Petsafe PBC-1000 Setup guide

Indoor Bark Control

operating and training guide

PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE GUIDE BEFORE BEGINNING

Model Number

PBC-1000

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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 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.

Risk of explosion. Do not short circuit, mix old

and new batteries, dispose of in ﬁre, or expose

to water. When batteries are stored or disposed, they must be

protected from shorting. Dispose of used batteries properly.

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 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.

Humans cannot hear the ultrasonic sound,

however, precautions should be taken when

preparing the Indoor Bark Control for use.

:Keep at arms length away from the human ear to avoid hearing

damage if a dog begins barking during setting up or when the

Indoor Bark Control is operational.

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:This device is intended for use only with dogs. Never attempt to

use it for any purpose not described in this manual.

:All pets within hearing range will be affected by the ultrasonic tone.

:For best results, use indoors only. Please visit our website or

contact the Customer Care Center for information on PetSafe®

outdoor bark control products.

:The Indoor Bark Control is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of

children. Use it only for its bark control purpose.

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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.

To get the most protection out of your warranty, please register

your product within 30 days at www.petsafe.net. By registering and

keeping your receipt, 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, PetSafe®will never give

or sell your valuable information to anyone. Complete warranty

information is available online at www.petsafe.net.

Table of Contents

Components......................................................................................5

Features ............................................................................................5

How It Works .....................................................................................5

Key Deﬁnitions ..................................................................................6

To Insert and Remove the Battery.....................................................6

Setup .................................................................................................7

What to Expect During Use of the Indoor Bark Control ...................7

Eliminating Unwanted Behavior ........................................................8

Tips and Maintenance ......................................................................8

Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................9

Customer Care International ...........................................................11

Battery Disposal ..............................................................................11

FCC .................................................................................................11

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Components

PetSafe®Indoor

Bark Control Unit

Operating Guide

Features

:Automatically corrects excessive barking

:Activated automatically or manually

:No receiver collar needed

:Detects barks up to 25 feet away

How It Works

When the Indoor Bark Control unit is within range of a barking dog, an

internal microphone picks up the sound. The unit automatically emits an

ultrasonic tone that can be heard by dogs but is silent to most humans.

Startled by the high-pitched tone, the dog should stop barking. In time

it will associate its bark with this unpleasant noise. When the dog stops

barking, the ultrasonic tone also stops. It is effective up to 25 feet.

You may also use the Indoor Bark Control unit as a remote trainer.

When your pet exhibits inappropriate behavior, press the manual

control button on top of the unit to emit an ultrasonic tone. The dog

should be startled by the high-pitched tone and stop his poor behavior.

Note: If the dog is deaf or hearing impaired, he may not react to the

Indoor Bark Control.

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Key Definitions

Microphone: Detects barking up to 25 feet away.

Two Color LED: Shows good or low battery. Also lights when activated.

Speaker: Produces the ultrasonic sound.

Button: Manual control activates an ultrasonic tone on demand.

Battery Door: Used to enclose the 9v battery.

Keyholes: Provision for wall mounting.

Battery

Door

Keyholes

Button

Microphone

Two Color

LED

Speaker

To Insert and Remove the Battery

1. The Indoor Bark Control requires a 9-volt battery (not included).

2. Pull the battery door open and install the 9-volt battery with the

positive side oriented as shown.

3. Replace the battery door by positioning the left edge, and snap the

battery door into place.

Battery Life

Average battery life is 2 months, depending on how often the dog

barks. To conserve battery life, remove the battery when the Indoor

Bark Control is not in use.

Do not attempt to cut into or pry open the battery.

Be sure to discard the used battery properly.

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Two Color LED Function and Response

LED Function Red LED Green LED

Normal Operation Off

1 Flash every 5 seconds

Low battery 3 Flashes every 5 seconds Off

Noisy Environment 1 Flash every ½ second Off

Correction On length of correction Off

Setup

The PetSafe®Indoor Bark Control should be placed facing the dog, within

a range not to exceed 25 feet. For best results, the area between the

Indoor Bark Control and the dog should be free of any large obstacles.

What to Expect During Use of the Indoor

Bark Control

Place the PetSafe®Indoor Bark Control within 25 feet or less of the

dog. When the microphone picks up the constant bark of the dog,

it will emit a 2-second high-pitched ultrasonic tone. While the tone

cannot be heard by most humans, it should startle the dog. Most

dogs will understand very quickly that the Indoor Bark Control is

disrupting their urge to bark and will relax and stop barking.

You should notice a reduction in the dog’s barking within the ﬁrst 2

weeks that the Indoor Bark Control is in use. Please note this product

may not work on deaf or hearing impaired dogs.

Excessive barking can cause a real strain on your family’s

relationship with your pet. Please visit www.petsafe.net to view other

customized solutions to the problem of too much barking.

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Eliminating Unwanted Behavior

To eliminate unwanted behavior other than barking (i.e. jumping on

furniture), the manual activation function can be used.

As soon as your pet begins the earliest sign of misbehavior, press

the manual control button. For example, if you want to teach your

dog to stay off the couch, press the button as soon as he puts one

paw on the seat. Do not wait until he is completely on the couch.

1. Hold the manual button for up to 2 seconds, releasing the button

as soon as your pet stops the misbehavior.

2. If your pet has not stopped the misbehavior after 2 seconds of

correction, release the manual button; then press it again for up

to 2 seconds.

3. Continue this sequence until the misbehavior has stopped.

4. Once the misbehavior has stopped, reward your pet with praise.

Tips and Maintenance

:Before playing with your dog, remove the battery from the unit.

The activity may cause your dog to bark, which could lead to him

associating the play with the correction.

:Remove the battery while not in use.

:If your pet is injured or its mobility is otherwise impaired, contact

your veterinarian or professional trainer before use.

:Do not leave your device unattended where your dog could

accidentally damage it through chewing.

:Do not attempt to repair the device yourself. This will invalidate

the warranty and make repairs more difﬁcult.

:Remove the battery before cleaning.

:Clean the PetSafe®Indoor Bark Control with a damp cloth.

:Do not use any kind of spray chemicals or solvent to clean.

:Do not immerse in water or any other liquid.

Note: The Indoor Bark Control is weather-resistant, not waterproof.

However, if water enters into the microphone it may disrupt the unit’s

operation. After the microphone dries, it will resume working properly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the range for

the PetSafe®Indoor

Bark Control?

:The PetSafe Indoor Bark Control detects

barking and sends the ultrasonic tone up

to 25 feet.

Is the Indoor Bark

Control effective

on all dogs?

:The product may not work on deaf or

hearing impaired dogs.

Will the Indoor

Bark Control work

for multiple dogs?

:Yes, it is effective on all dogs within the

25 foot range.

Can I use the

Indoor Bark

Control outdoors?

:No, we do not recommend keeping the

product outdoors. PetSafe’s Outdoor

Bark Control products are waterproof

and can work up to 50 feet from a

barking dog. Please visit our website at

www.petsafe.net or contact our Customer

Care Center for more information.

Can a dog become

desensitized to the

ultrasonic sound?

:There are some situations where dogs

become desensitized. To avoid this,

only use the Indoor Bark Control during

periods of unwanted barking (i.e., remove

the battery when you are away).

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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.

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 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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