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Introduction
WARNING
See the Important Safety and Product Information guide in the
product box for product warnings and other important
information.
Setting Up the System
You must set up the handheld device and the dog collar device
before you can use the devices.
1
Install batteries in the handheld device (Installing Batteries,
page 1).
2
Charge the dog collar device (Charging the Dog Collar
Device, page 1).
3
Turn on the devices (Turning On the Devices, page 2).
4
If necessary, add the dog collar device to the handheld
device (Pairing a Dog Collar to the Astro Device, page 4).
5
Acquire satellite signals (Acquiring Satellite Signals,
page 2).
Device Overviews
Astro 430 Handheld Device
NOTICE
Avoid using a high-powered radio (greater than 5 watts) in close
proximity to the handheld device. It may cause irreversible
damage to the handheld device.
GPS antenna
VHF antenna
Power key
Display
Keypad
USB port (under weather cap)
microSD
™
card slot (under battery door)
Mounting spine
Battery cover D-ring
Keypad
IN Select to zoom in on the map.
OUT Select to zoom out on the map.
MAP Select to view the map.
MENU Select to open the menu for the active page.
Select twice to open the main menu.
ENTER Select to select options and acknowledge messages.
BACK Select to cancel data entry or return to the previous menu or
page.
MARK Select to mark your current location.
DOG Select to view the dog tracking page.
Select to view or scroll through options and to move the map
pointer.
Locking the Keypad
1
Select .
2
Select OUT.
Dog Collar Device
NOTE: Your dog collar device may look different than the device
pictured.
VHF antenna
GPS antenna
Power key
Status LED and flashing beacon LEDs
Installing Batteries
The handheld device operates on two AA batteries (not
included). Use NiMH or lithium batteries for best results.
1
Turn the D-ring counter-clockwise, and pull up to remove the
cover.
2
Insert two AA batteries, observing polarity.
3
Replace the battery cover, and turn the D-ring clockwise.
4
Hold .
5
Select Setup > System > Battery Type.
6
Select Alkaline, Lithium, or Rechargeable NiMH.
Charging the Dog Collar Device
NOTICE
To prevent corrosion, thoroughly dry the contacts on the collar
and the surrounding area before connecting the charging clip.
Introduction 1
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