DogWatch System 1200 Owner's Manual

System 1200

Owner's Guide

1

HIDDEN FENCE INSTALLATION

Installation Basics

The fence is created by burying a wire in your yard. Your DogWatch Dealer will work
with you to establish the best configuration for you, your dog and your yard.

The Hidden Fence Transmitter sends a coded digital FM radio signal through a wire
buried in your yard (the boundary wire). The wire is buried 3-4” beneath the surface
of the yard or can lie on top of the ground (e.g. in wooded or rocky areas.) It is not

electrified, so it can also be installed in water (streams, in lakes, etc.)

The boundary wire can enclose up to 200 acres. It can be configured to enclose
all or part of your yard. It can be used to keep your pets inside the boundary
and/or out of designated areas such as the pool, your garden or other areas.

To work properly, the boundary wire must form a continuous loop. A twisted wire
cancels the signal and can be used in locations where you want the dog to be able

to cross the wire without receiving a warning signal or correction, such as where the
wire travels from the house to the boundary perimeter.

Signal Field

The signal field is typically set at 3 to 6 feet (each side of the wire) but can be set
from 1 to 10 feet (each side). The signal field is adjusted by the Range Control on
the Transmitter. Your Dealer will determine an appropriate signal field for your pets
and will set the Transmitter accordingly.

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The radio signal is transmitted
equidistant from the boundary
wire in all directions.

Underground Boundary Wire

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Signal Field

Twisted wire: No
signal. Dog can
cross.

Continuous Loop:
Dog receives signal
through collar.

Containment Area: Full Yard Designated "Keep Out" Areas: Pool, Play Area, Garden

2

HIDDEN FENCE INSTALLATION

Your Hidden Fence Transmitter is mounted on a wall near a power outlet. The Transmitter
is connected to your boundary wire through a surge protector (as shown below) which
prevents lightning power surges from damaging your system.

Outside Boundary Wire

Ground Wire

Power

Supply

System 1200 Transmitter

Zip Cord

Inside Wall

Outside Wall

Surge
Protector

Ground Wire

Ground
Rod

Twisted Wire

(no signal)

• Never adjust the Transmitter while your dog is wearing the receiver collar.

• If you adjust the SIGNAL RANGE on the Transmitter, be sure you check the signal

range in the yard before letting your dog out. Your dog will need to learn where the

new avoidance zone begins.

• Keep the Transmitter and receiver collar out of reach of children.

• Never attempt to service the Transmitter or receiver collar yourself.

• Be sure your Transmitter and surge protector are properly grounded.

• Fit the collar snugly around your dog’s neck. It should be touching the skin without

creating pressure where it touches.

• Remove the collar regularly to check the dog's neck for irritation. We recommend
removing the collar when the dog is inside at night. Pressure sores may develop if
the collar is too tight or left on for long periods without removal or repositioning.

• Make sure the battery is fresh and is inserted correctly.

• Train your dog as instructed by your Dealer.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS & REMINDERS

ON/OFF

Switch

Signal Range

Control