Multivet Virtual Barrier DSP13202, DSP13205 User Manual

User’s Guide

Guide de L’utilisateur

2003-12

Training Your
Dog with
Virtual Barrier

How good the results
you get with
Virtual Barrier
depend on
your assimilating the instructions
in this booklet.

Summary

Unpacking 3
What Is Virtual Barrier? 3
Warning 3
Operation 3
How to Install Your Virtual Barrier 4
How to Operate Your Virtual Barrier 5
Troubleshooting Guide 6
Problems:

1. The system is not functioning at all. 6

2. The system affects my radio and
my sound system, what should I do? 6

3. The range is too short, how do we cope with this
problem? 7

4. There is no spray or it is very weak. 7

5. My batteries have a very short service life. 8

UNPACKING
The system is composed of two main parts :

1. A transmitter with an adapter equipped with a

4 m (12’) cord.

2. A collar with a receiver (sold separately).

WHAT IS VIRTUAL BARRIER?
It is a simple apparatus created to keep your pets away from one or many areas in your house. For
example, Virtual Barrier prevents your pet (or pets) from reaching your bedroom, from
approaching the new sofa or the kitchen table. Although the transmitter is made to operate
indoors, you can also use it in a garage or a patio which is close to an accessible electrical outlet.

WARNING
In order to reduce the risk of an electric shock or damage to the transmitter, avoid placing the
transmitter on wet surfaces, in moist or humid areas, close to a swimming pool, a Jacuzzi, etc. To
prevent damaging the transmitter, do not expose to snow, rain or other sources of water.

OPERATION
The transmitter creates around itself a 360-degree electrical field with a modulation. You
can adjust the beam between 60 cm (2’) and 3 m (10’) with the button located on the transmitter.
The maximum range depends on the location of the transmitter and the surroundings. When the
animal (wearing the receiver collar) gets close to the protected area, it immediately hears a
warning signal which indicates that it is approaching the forbidden zone. After, if it continues to
advance in that zone, it receives a spray. This keeps it away from the forbidden zone. At that
moment the spraying stops.

HOW TO INSTALL YOUR VIRTUAL BARRIER

1. ATTACH THE RECEIVER TO YOUR ANIMAL

1st step:
The spray receiver collar (sold separately) comes with its own collar but if you wish, you can use
another collar with the spray receiver collar.
2nd step:
Place the collar correctly. Once the collar is correctly attached, you should be able to insert a
finger between the receiver and the skin of the dog.

2. INSTALL THE TRANSMITTER

The transmitter can be installed anywhere you do not wish your dog to go. In order to get
maximum results, certain places are to be avoided.
Avoid placing the transmitter on metallic surfaces, on a table having a metal rim or near massive
metallic objects like a refrigerator, a washing machine, a dryer, a metal wall. Metallic objects can
alter the magnetic field and change the range of the signal. The effects on the range depend on the
size and the form of these objects. Metallic objects can also change the warning signal and the
rate of correction. The range will also be reduced if you place the transmitter on a concrete floor.
This is due to the metallic reinforcement under the cement. It is possible that the transmitter could
affect certain types of loudspeakers causing crackling sounds. Avoid placing the transmitter near
audio systems.
You will get a maximal range by placing the transmitter on a non-conducting surface like a
wooden floor or table. You can get a 3 m (10’) range when the transmitter is placed on a wooden
floor. You can also hang the transmitter on a wall. In that position, the signal range is very
directional. The signal is very strong directly in front and behind the transmitter. It is weaker on
the sides of the apparatus. However, never hang the transmitter on a metallic wall.

HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VIRTUAL BARRIER

1. TURNING ON THE TRANSMITTER

Plug in the adapter and connect the other end of the cord to the transmitter. Switch on the
transmitter by turning the setting button clockwise until you hear a click. The light indicator
should turn itself on.

2. SETTING THE RANGE

The range setting button (which is also the ON/OFF switch) adjusts the length of the zone
between the transmitter and the limit where the receiver will pick up the signal (adjustable from

50 cm (2’) to about 3 m (10’) according to the surrounding conditions and the type of surface on
which you have placed the transmitter). By turning the directional button to the right you increase
the range of the signal. To determine the maximal range in the environment and/or on the
selected surface, turn the button all the way to the right and move back with the device in your
hands until you hear the warning signal. If the range is too long, turn the button to the left. Repeat
the operation until you get the desired range.
If you place your transmitter on a wooden floor, the warning zone will be about the same size as
the correction zone. However, on a concrete floor the warning zone could become smaller than
the correction zone.

NOTE: If the transmitter is placed directly on a metallic surface (i.e. a microwave oven),
according to the size of the surface, the range can be reduced up to 50%. You can reduce the
interference that this metallic surface creates by placing the transmitter on a non- conducting
material with a thickness of 7 to 10 cm (3-4”). For this, you can use books or a wooden shelf
placed between the metallic surface and the transmitter.
It is important to replace the batteries every 3 to 6 months in order to insure good operation of the
system. Battery life depends on the number of times your dog activates the system.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

1. PROBLEM:

The system is not functioning at all.

1.1 Is the indicator light on?

No: See point 1.2.
Yes: Your system is operating correctly. Turn the range button clockwise all the way.
Bring the receiver with you and move away from the transmitter at a distance of about 1 to 1.5 m
(4 to 5’).
Is the receiver emitting the signal correctly?
Yes: Your system is operating correctly.
No: Test the receiver battery.
Does it have at least 6 volts on its terminals?
No: Change the battery.
Yes: It is possible that your receiver could be damaged. If you have another receiver, try
to test it to see if it is operating.
Is the receiver emitting the warning signal now?
Yes
or no: The receiver is damaged. Call us at 1-800-303-0244.

1.2 No: The fuse is burned out or missing OR the electrical outlet is not functioning

correctly.

2. PROBLEM:

The system affects my radio and
my sound system, what should I do?

2.1 The speakers emit a crackling sound. Is the radio on?

No: Put the transmitter further away from the loudspeakers.
Yes: Turn off the radio.
Do you still hear any crackling sounds?
No: Put the transmitter in another place. Keep it away from the radio to avoid the same
problem each time you listen to the radio.