Petsafe Venture PDT00-11875, Venture PDT00-11876, Venture PDT00-11877, Venture PDT00-11951, Venture PDT00-11952, Venture PDT00-11953 Operating And Training Manual
Specifications and Main Features
Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual
PetSafe
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Venture Series
Remote Training
Operating and Training Guide
PDT00-11875 – Little Dog Trainer
PDT00-11876 – Big Dog Trainer
PDT00-11877 – Long Range Trainer
PDT00-11951 – 400 Yard Little Dog Add-A-Dog
PDT00-11952 - 1000 Yard Big Dog Add-A-Dog
PDT00-11953 – 1000 Yard Add-A-Dog
Please read this entire guide before beginning.
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Important Safety Information
Explanation of Attention Words and Symbols used in this guide
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING
can cause severe injury and even death to their owner and others. If you are unsure whether this
product is appropriate for your dog, please consult your veterinarian or certified trainer.
CAUTION
CAUTION
the pet’s neck may cause skin damage. Ranging from redness to pressure ulcers; this condition
is commonly known as bed sores.
• Avoid leaving the collar on the dog for more than 12 hours per day.
• When possible reposition the collar on the pet’s neck every 1 to 2 hours.
• Check the fit to prevent excessive pressure; follow the instructions in this manual.
• Never connect a lead to the electronic collar; it will cause excessive pressure on the contacts.
• When using a separate collar for a lead, don’t put pressure on the electronic collar.
• Wash the dog’s neck area and the contacts of the collar weekly with a damp cloth.
• Examine the contact area daily for signs of a rash or a sore.
• If a rash or sore is found, discontinue use of the collar until the skin has healed.
• If the condition persists beyond 48 hours, see your veterinarian.
• For additional information on bed sores and pressure necrosis, please visit our website.
These steps will help keep your pet safe and comfortable. Millions of pets are comfortable while
they wear stainless steel contacts. Some pets are sensitive to contact pressure. You may find
after some time that your pet is very tolerant of the collar. If so, you may relax some of these
precautions. It is important to continue daily checks of the contact area. If redness or sores are
found, discontinue use until the skin has fully healed.
The PetSafe® Venture Series™ Remote Trainers must be used only on healthy dogs. We recommend
that you take your dog to a veterinarian before using the collar if he is not in good health.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION, used without the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in harm to your pet.
Not for use with aggressive dogs. Do not use this Product if your dog is
aggressive, or if your dog is prone to aggressive behavior. Aggressive dogs
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the reach of children. Use it only for its training purpose.
Risk of skin damage. Please read and follow the instructions in this manual.
Proper fit of the collar is important. A collar worn for too long or made too tight on
Venture Series™ Remote Trainer
is not a toy. Keep away from
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Thank you for choosing the PetSafe® brand. You and your pet deserve
a companionship that includes memorable moments and a shared
understanding together. Our products and training tools promote a lifestyle
of protection, teaching, and love—essentials that influence memories for a
lifetime. If you have any questions about our products or training your pet,
please visit our website at www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer Care
Center at 1-800-732-2677.
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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. Most importantly,
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• Scissors• Non-metallic collar and 10-foot leash for training
How the System Works
Now you can experience the difference a Remote Trainer can make. Spend less time training and more
time enjoying your dog. The PetSafe® Venture Series™ Remote Trainers are comfortable for your pet and
easy to use with an advanced digital display that tells you exactly what level of stimulation you are using.
The Remote Trainer assists you in controlling your pet without a leash in a range of either 400 or 1000
yards. At the push of a button, your remote sends a signal activating your dog’s Receiver Collar. He
receives a safe but annoying stimulation. He’ll quickly learn the association between his behavior and
your correction; in no time, you’ll have a better-behaved pet. The PetSafe
Trainers have been proven safe, comfortable, and effective for both small and large dog breeds.
Important: The Venture Series™ Remote Trainers have a range of up to 400 or 1000 yards. Depending on
the way you hold the Remote Transmitter, the maximum range may vary. Terrain, weather, vegetation,
transmission from other radio devices, and other factors will affect the maximum range.
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Venture Series™ Remote
Features
• 400 or 1000 Yard Range
• 8 levels of correction plus a “+2 Boost” button
• Every Venture Series™ Remote Training system is 2-dog compatible
• Rechargeable Batteries in both the Remote Transmitter and Receiver Collar
• Waterproof Remote Transmitter and Receiver Collar
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Key Definitions
Remote Transmitter: Transmits the radio signal to the Receiver Collar. It is waterproof.
Digital Display
Level of Stimulation - shows Dog 1 or Dog 2 level of stimulations (Low-1 to High-8). Also
indicates +2 Boost.
Dog 1 - The active collar symbol will display to indicate Dog 1.
Dog 2 - Dog 1 and Dog 2 symbols will be displayed (additional purchase required
for 2 dog system).
Tone - The stimulation level will flash when the Tone button or Stimulation button is pressed.
Battery Indicator - The battery indicator provides constant awareness of your
battery’s power level. See Battery Indicator on page 8 for more detailed information on
the Battery Indicator.
1d or 2d - This appears when programming for the 2-Dog mode.
Transmitter Antenna
Digital Dispay
Tone
Stimulation
Stim Up
Stim Down
+2 Boost
Charging Jack
(with cover)
Belt Clip
Lanyard Clip
Button Definitions (factory default settings for Dog 1 mode)
Tone - Upper Left Button (Black): Produces a training tone from the collar. No
stimulation is delivered.
Stimulation - Lower Left Button (Black): Delivers continuous stimulation.
Stim Up - Upper Right Button (Grey): Adjust the stimulation level UP through a range of
levels. From Low-1 to High-8.
Stim Down - Lower Right Button (Grey): Adjust the stimulation level DOWN through a
range of levels from High-8 to Low-1.
+2 Boost (Red): Delivers continuos stimulation that is 2 levels higher than the currently
selected level.
See Two Dog System on page 11 for Dog 2 mode.
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Receiver Collar: Delivers stimulation or tone on a signal from the Remote Transmitter. It is
waterproof.
On/Off Button: Momentarily pressing and holding this button turns the Receiver Collar on and off.
Contact Points: The contacts through which the Receiver Collar delivers Stimulation.
Receiver Indicator Light: Indicates when the Receiver Collar has been turned on or off and also
serves as a low-battery indicator.
Charging Jacks: For connecting the charger. Although the Remote Transmitter and Receiver Collar
are waterproof without the charger covers, keep the covers in place when not charging to keep debris
out of the openings.
Continuous Stimulation: You control when and how long Stimulation is delivered to your dog
through the Receiver Collar’s Contact Points. When a Continuous Stimulation button is pressed for
8 seconds or more, the Remote Transmitter will “time-out.” The button will need to be released and
pressed again before additional Stimulation can be delivered.
Positive Tone: Use the Positive Tone as a marker to reinforce positive behavior. Again, timing is
critical. Praise or treat the dog immediately following the Positive Tone.
Little Dog Receiver Collar Big Dog Receiver Collar
Front View
Indicator Light
Back/Bottom View
On/Off
Button
Screws for
Replaceable Collar
Front View
Indicator Light
Back/Bottom View
Charging Jack
(with cover)
On/Off
Button
Screws for
Replaceable Collar
Charging Jack
(with cover)
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Contact Points
Contact Points
Step
1
Operating Guide
Prepare the Remote Transmitter
Charge the Remote Transmitter
1. Lift the rubber cover protecting the Remote
Transmitter Charging Jack.
2. Connect one of the charger connectors to the
Remote Transmitter Charging Jack.
3. Plug the charger into a standard wall outlet.
4. Charge the Remote Transmitter for 5 hours for the
first charge. Recharges take only 3-4 hours. Note:
The Battery Indicator will scroll while charging and will
become solid when fully charged.
5. When charging is completed, replace the rubber cover.
Note: Approximate battery life between charges is 40 to 60
hours, depending on frequency of use.
Turning ON the Transmitter
Power up the Transmitter by pressing any button. You will see the display turn on when
you press any button.
Transmitter Digital Display
The display stays on for 10 minutes after a button press. After 10 minutes with no button
presses, the display shuts off and the transmitter goes into battery conservation mode.
Pressing any button will cause the display to turn back on. The various symbols you might
see on the display are explained below.
Numeric
readout
Shows the chosen stimulation level for Dog 1 or Dog 2.
Charger
connector
placed in the
Handheld
Transmitter
Charging Jack
Dog 1/ Dog 2 The symbol displayed is the active dog receiver collar.
Tone or
Stimulation
Tone OnlyWhen pressing Tone Only for Dog 1 or Dog 2 the number
Battery
Indicator
Note: Factory preset is for Dog 1 mode, you will not see the Dog 2 symbol unless the unit is
programmed for Dog 2 (see Two Dog System on page 11).
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See Two Dog System on page 11.
When pressing Tone or Stimulation the Dog 1 or Dog 2
symbol will appear in bold or emphasized.
zero appears.
The battery indicator provides constant awareness of
your battery’s power level. See Battery Indicator on page
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Battery Indicator
Battery is at 2⁄3 to Full capacity. Transmitter is
fully functional.
Battery is at 1⁄3 capacity. Transmitter is still
fully functional.
Battery is at 1⁄6 capacity. Transmitter will
operate the Receiver, but recharge or replace
Transmitter battery as soon as possible.
Battery is almost dead. Transmitter is unable
to operate the Receiver.
When the Battery Indicator shows the low battery symbol (1⁄6 capacity), recharge your
Transmitter soon. When just the battery outline is displayed, the Transmitter’s battery is unable
to power transmissions to the Receiver. Transmitter must be recharged to regain operation.