Guardian PetSafe Operating Manual
Guardian
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Extra Indoor Pet Barrier
Operating Guide
Manuel d’utilisation
Guía de uso
Please read this entire guide before beginning.
Veuillez lire ce manuel en entier avant de commencer.
Por favor, lea este manual completo antes de empezar.
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Thank you for choosing PetSafe®, the best selling brand of electronic
training solutions in the world. Our mission is to be the most trusted
brand in the pet ownership experience. We want to ensure your pet’s
safety by providing you with the tools and techniques to successfully
train your pet. If you have any questions, please contact the
Customer Care Center at 1-866-381-2785 (US), 1-800-457-3911
(Canada) or visit our website at www.guardianpet.net.
To get the most protection out of your limited warranty, please
register your product within 90 days at www.guardianpet.net. By
registering, you will enjoy the product’s full warranty and should
you ever need to call the Customer Care Center, we will be able to
help you faster. Additionally, you will not have to save your product
receipt as registering serves as proof of purchase. Most importantly,
PetSafe will never give or sell your valuable information to anyone.
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How the System Works
The Guardian® Indoor Pet Barrier System has been proven safe,
comfortable, and effective for pets at least 6 months old and over
5 pounds. The system can be used to keep your pet away from a
certain room, off of furniture, counter or table top, etc., by simply
placing the Barrier Transmitter near a doorway, under furniture
or on a counter or table. The system works by producing a
spherical radio signal from the Barrier Transmitter. Under normal
circumstances the signal can create a Barrier Area up to 12 feet in
diameter or a 6 foot radius from the Barrier Transmitter. Your pet
wears a Receiver Collar with Contact Points that touch his neck. The
Barrier Transmitter communicates with the Receiver Collar via the
radio signal. When your pet enters the Barrier Area a series of audible
tones will be heard from the Receiver Collar and a safe progressive
Static Correction will be delivered through the Contact Points to get
his attention until he leaves the Barrier Area. The progressive Static
Correction will get your pet’s attention, but will not cause harm. It is
designed to startle, not to punish.
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Key Defi nitions
Barrier Transmitter:
Transmits the wireless radio signal.
Barrier Area:
Area that you want to prevent your pet from gaining access to.
Receiver Collar:
Receives the radio signal from the Barrier Transmitter.
Contact Points:
Deliver the safe progressive Static Correction when your pet
enters the Barrier Area.
Progressive Static Correction:
Static correction begins at the lowest level and
automatically increases to maximum within 3 seconds of fi rst detection in the Barrier Area.
Barrier
Transmitter
Barrier
Area
Receiver
Collar
LCD
Display
Window
Up Button
Down Button
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Contact Points
On/Off Dial
Open Battery
(required but sold separately)
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Install the Barrier Transmitter
The Barrier Transmitter emits a radio signal from all sides in a spherical pattern. The
signal may transmit through a wall or the ceiling/fl oor. The Barrier Transmitter can
be placed laying fl at on a surface or hung on a wall. If you choose to hang the Barrier
Transmitter, note that the signal becomes very directional – the signal will be strongest
directly in front of and behind the unit. The signal is weakest to the side of the unit.
Do not:
• Hang unit on a metal wall
• Place Barrier Transmitter on metal surfaces
• Place Barrier Transmitter near large metal objects such as refrigerators, washers, etc.
• Place Barrier Transmitter near audio speakers
To keep the Barrier Transmitter in place on smooth surfaces, place the four grip pads to
the bottom of the unit.
Important: To avoid damage to the transmitter do not use on wet surfaces,
in damp or wet locations or around swimming pools. This product is designed
for indoor use only. Do not expose to rain or snow.
Operating Guide
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Set Up the Barrier Transmitter
Important: Never perform set up procedures while your pet is
wearing the Receiver Collar.
Turn over the Barrier Transmitter and slide open the
battery door. Install three AA alkaline batteries into the
Barrier Transmitter and replace the battery door. Turn
the Barrier Transmitter right side up and press the up (+)
arrow button once to turn ON the Barrier Transmitter.
You should see a black bar in the upper right hand corner
of the LCD display window indicating that the Barrier
Transmitter is set to mode A* as shown. You should also
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see a second black bar in the bottom of the LCD display indicating the range
is set to one segment. Each segment represents approximately two feet of
diameter. You can create a Barrier Area of 2 feet in diameter up to 12 feet in
diameter depending on the surface the Barrier Transmitter is on. Using the up
(+) and down (-) arrows, adjust the range to fi t the desired pet Barrier Area.
*All Indoor Barriers and Receiver Collars are preset to mode A. The A and
B mode feature is designed to be used in multiple pet households where
you may want one pet to be able to access an area while preventing access
by another pet. For single pet households, you will not need to operate the
Barrier Transmitter in any mode other than A.
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Please see the Additional Information section of this operating and training
guide for instructions on how to utilize mode A and B.
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Mode A, B, and AB Feature
For multiple pet households, additional Guardian® Indoor Pet Barrier
Receiver Collars can be purchased to work with one or more Guardian
Indoor Pet Barrier Transmitters. You can set up an unlimited number of
Barrier Transmitters in your home and an unlimited number of Receiver
Collars can be used with one or more Barrier Transmitters. If you have
multiple pets, you may want to allow one pet access to an area while denying
access to another pet. With the purchase of additional Receiver Collars and
Barrier Transmitters, you can accomplish this by using the Mode A and
Mode B functions.
All Guardian Indoor Pet Barrier Transmitters and Receiver Collars come
preset to mode A. Each Receiver Collar can operate in one of two different
modes—A or B. Each Barrier Transmitter may be programmed to either
A, B or AB mode to allow for multiple confi gurations.
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Barrier
Transmitter
When the Barrier Transmitter and
Receiver Collar are set to mode A, the
Barrier Transmitter denies access to pets
wearing a Receiver Collar programmed to
mode A. Receiver Collars set to mode B
will not pick up the signal from a Barrier
Transmitter set to mode A.
Barrier
Transmitter
When the Barrier Transmitter and
Receiver Collar are set to mode B, the
Barrier Transmitter denies access to pets
wearing a Receiver Collar programmed to
mode B. Receiver Collars set to mode A
will not pick up the signal from a Barrier
Transmitter set to mode B.
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Barrier
Transmitter
When the Barrier Transmitter is set to
mode AB, the Barrier Transmitter denies
access to any and all pets wearing the
Receiver Collar.
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Programming the Mode Settings
All programming is done through the Barrier Transmitter and the programming is
synchronized with the Receiver Collar. The Receiver Collar cannot be programmed
separately from the Barrier Transmitter.
You may synchronize multiple Receiver Collars to a single Barrier Transmitter at one
time. However, make sure any Receiver Collar you do
not wish to synchronize is turned OFF ( ) during the programming procedure. Any
collar that is within 10 feet of the Barrier Transmitter and turned ON ( | ) will be
reprogrammed. Familiarize yourself with the 3 steps outlined below before attempting
to program the Barrier Transmitter and Receiver Collar.
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Important: Do not perform set up procedures while the Receiver
Collar is on your pet.
1. Gather the Receiver Collar(s) you wish to synchronize with the Barrier
Transmitter. Turn the Receiver Collar(s) ON ( | ) and place near the
Barrier Transmitter.
2. Begin with the Barrier Transmitter turned OFF. Press and hold the
DOWN (-) arrow button until a vertical bar appears in the LCD display
window (continue to press and hold the DOWN (-) arrow button
through the end of Step 3b). This bar will indicate the mode the Barrier
Transmitter is currently set at. Unless you choose to change the mode, the
Receiver Collar will be programmed to the mode setting on the Barrier
Transmitter.
3. To change the mode setting, continue to hold the DOWN (-) arrow button
and press and release the UP (+) arrow button. Each time you press and
release the UP (+) arrow button you will notice the vertical bar will move
from mode A to mode B and to mode AB.
a. To program the Barrier Transmitter and Receiver Collar to either
mode A or mode B:
i. Continue to hold the DOWN (-) arrow button and press and
release the UP (+) arrow button to select the desired mode.
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ii. Once you have selected the desired mode, press and hold the UP
(+) arrow button until one bar segment appears followed by three
tones from the Receiver Collar(s). The Receiver Collar(s) is now
set for your chosen mode.
b. To program the Barrier Transmitter to mode AB:
i. Continue to hold the DOWN (-) arrow button and press and
release the UP (+) arrow button until there are two vertical bars
in the display window.
ii. Release your fi ngers from the buttons – programming is complete.
iii. Press the UP (+) arrow button to turn the Barrier Transmitter
on. You should notice two vertical bars indicating the Barrier
Transmitter is set to mode AB.
Note: Receiver Collars cannot be programmed to mode AB. They can only be
programmed to mode A or mode B. Receiver Collars set to mode A or mode B will
each receive the radio signal emitted by a Barrier Transmitter set to mode AB.
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The Guardian® Indoor Pet Barrier operates on the principle of positive and negative
reinforcement. Your pet will learn to avoid the Barrier Areas you have set after
receiving a progressive Static Correction (negative reinforcement) and your pet
will learn that he is more comfortable when he avoids the Barrier Areas (positive
reinforcement).
In some cases, it may not be necessary to train your pet. You can let your pet wander
freely to determine the new boundaries. Monitor your pet during his fi rst session.
Pets learn at different rates and it may take several times for your pet to successfully
understand and honor the Barrier Areas.
Begin Your Pet’s First Session
1. Move your pet away from the Barrier Area.
2. Activate the Receiver Collar by turning the battery cover clockwise to the ON
( | ) position. Place the Receiver Collar around your pet’s neck. Be sure that the
Receiver is directly under your pet’s neck.
3. Allow your pet to wander freely to learn the new boundaries.
Important: Be sure to never force or entice your pet to enter the
Barrier Areas.
Training Guide
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Additional Information
• The system should only be used with healthy pets. Contact your veterinarian if you
have concerns about the medical condition of your pet (medication, pregnant,
heart conditions, etc).
• This system is not for vicious or aggressive pets. If your pet may pose a threat to
others, DO NOT USE THIS SYSTEM. If you are unsure if your dog is aggressive,
please consult your veterinarian or a certifi ed trainer.
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Barrier Transmitter
does not appear to
work
• Check segment indicator on Barrier Transmitter
• Check/replace batteries in Barrier Transmitter
• Increase the Barrier Area range on the Barrier
Transmitter
• Check that the Barrier Transmitter setting
corresponds to the Receiver Collar setting.
(i.e. Barrier Transmitter is set to mode A and
Receiver Collar is synchronized to pick up
mode A)
Barrier Area range is
too low
• Check/replace batteries in Receiver Collar
• Adjust Barrier Transmitter range to increase
Barrier Area size
Barrier Area range is
too high
• Adjust Barrier Transmitter range to decrease
Barrier Area size
No segments on
Barrier Transmitter
• Press the UP (+) arrow button
• Check/replace batteries in Barrier Transmitter
Troubleshooting
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Terms of Use and Limitation of Liability
1. Terms of Use
This Product is offered to you conditioned upon your acceptance without
modification of the terms, conditions and notices contained herein. Usage of this
Product implies acceptance of all such terms, conditions, and notices.
2. Proper Use
This Product is designed for use with pets where training is desired. The specific
temperament of your pet may not work with this Product. We recommend that you
not use this Product if your pet is less than 5 pounds or if your pet is aggressive.
If you are unsure whether this is appropriate for your pet, please consult your
veterinarian or certified trainer.
Proper use includes reviewing the entire Guide provided with your Product and
any specific Caution statements.
3. No Unlawful or Prohibited Use
This Product is designed for use with pets only. This pet training device is not
intended to harm, injure or provoke. Using this Product in a way that is not
intended could result in violation of Federal, State or local laws.
4. Limitation of Liability
In no event shall Radio Systems® Corporation be liable for any direct, indirect,
punitive, incidental, special or consequential damages, or any damages whatsoever
arising out of or connected with the use or misuse of this Product. Buyer assumes
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all risks and liability from the use of this Product.
5. Modification of Terms and Conditions
Radio Systems Corporation reserves the right to change the terms, conditions and
notices under which this Product is offered.
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FCC Compliance
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
guide, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
causes harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
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interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Relocate the interfered receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different to that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Contact the Customer Care Center at 1-866-381-2785 (US), 1-800-457-3911
(Canada).
Unauthorized changes or modifi cations to the equipment, not approved by Radio
Systems Corporation, could result in not meeting compliance with FCC regulations and
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Caution
This System is NOT a solid barrier. The system is designed to act as a
deterrent, using Static Correction to condition pets to remain outside of the
established barrier area. It is important that you reinforce training with your
pet on a regular basis. Since the tolerance level to Static Correction varies
from pet to pet, Radio Systems® Corporation CANNOT guarantee that the
system will in all cases keep a pet outside of the established barrier area. Not
all pets can be trained to avoid entering the barrier area. Therefore, if you
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