Garmin PRO 550 Overview:

The Garmin Pro 550 is an improved version of the Tri-Tronics PRO 500 G3, and is a direct descendent of the 500 Lite/LS/XLS Pro series collars which professional and serious amateur trainers have relied upon for years. This top of the line model is an extremely versatile remote training collar that is right for any breed of dog and any type of training -- from basic obedience to advanced field work.

Multi-dog Collars / Systems:

• Garmin PRO 550 2-dog
• Garmin PRO 550 3-dog
• Sport PRO/PRO 550/PRO 70 Add'l Collar

Garmin PRO 550 Transmitter (Remote)

BUTTONS / TOGGLES / DIALS
• Two black buttons control 21 levels of continuous and momentary stimulation
• Stimulation toggle lets you select continuous or momentary mode
• "A" setting on stimulation toggle allows accessory and remote Beacon Light operation
• Dog selector toggle allows expansion up to 3 dogs (with purchase of additional collars)
• "V" setting on intensity dial activates non-stimulating Vibration feature
• Front mounted tone / accessory button


RANGE
• 1 mile range


TRANSMITTER BATTERIES
• Quick charge Li-Ion batteries are user-replaceable and last 3-5 years with proper care
• Approx. 60 hour battery life
• LED battery charge indicator


TRANSMITTER SPECS
• Weight: 7.8 ounces
• Transmitter dimensions: 8.2"H x 1.8"W x 2.1"D
• Fully waterproof (IPX7 rating) -- it even floats!
• Ergonomic and balanced 1-handed design
• Rubberized sure-grip, no-slip area for your hand on the back
• Fixed internal antenna
• Virtually indestructible Lexan construction
• Lanyard connection slot

Garmin PRO 550 Collar

• Remote controlled, built-in Beacon Lights
• Built-in Bark Limiter activated at the collar
• 3/4" black collar strap with metal keeper fits up to a 24" neck
• Approx. 60 hour battery life
• No external antenna
• Plastic Lexan molded case built to withstand all kinds of training and hunting conditions
• Waterproof collar/receiver to 1 ATM (10 meters -- perfect for retriever training)
• No exposed charging ports to gather debris, no covers to remove for charging
• Quick charge Li-Ion batteries are user-replaceable and last 3-5 years with proper care
• Built-in LED is a battery charge indicator and test light
• On/Off switch activated at the collar
• Weight: 3.5 ounces
• Receiver dimensions: 1.7"H x 3.1"W x 1.7"D
• Collar strap dimensions: 3/4" x 27"

Garmin PRO 550 Comes With

• Handheld waterproof transmitter
• Waterproof dog device receiver collar with black 3/4" adjustable strap
• Collar receiver charging clip
• Split adapter cable
• AC adapter
• Set of long contact points
• Set of short contact points
• Contact point wrench
• Owner's manual

Garmin PRO 550 Features

• Two black buttons control 21 levels of continuous and 21 levels of momentary stimulation instantly selectable at the transmitter
• Non-stimulating tone and vibration features
• Dog selector toggle allows expansion up to 3 dogs (with purchase of additional collars)
• Waterproof transmitter (IPX7) and dog device (1 ATM)
• Transmitter floats
• One mile range
• Interchangeable contact points for dogs with long or short coats
• Insulated contact points ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water
• No external collar antenna
• Remotely controlled Beacon Lights built into the receiver collar
• Built-in Bark Limiter activated at the collar
• Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the handheld with approx. 60 hour run time
• Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries in the dog device with approx. 60 hour run time
• 3/4" collar strap with metal keeper fits up to a 24" neck
• One year manufacturer warranty

Garmin PRO 550 Batteries

• The PRO 550 has lithium-ion batteries with two hour rapid charge
• Batteries are user-replaceable in both the transmitter and dog device collar
• Includes USB Splitter Cable that lets you charge both collar and handheld at the same time
• Dog device features a compact charging cradle for no exposed charging jacks

Stimulation from the Garmin PRO 550

Choose the stimulation that is best for your dog


• Intensity levels can be quickly adjusted, meaning you can instantly adjust intensity whenever distractions increase
• 21 intensity levels of STIM (1-7, low/medium/high)
• Non-stimulating tone and vibration functions
  
  BOTH STIM TYPES
• Change STIM type with the toggle
• Continuous stimulation allows you to control the length of the correction based on how long you hold the button down
• Momentary stimulation delivers a quick preset duration of stimulation (less than 1 second) for enforcing commands your dog already knows and for correcting behavior
  
  TRAINING WITH STIM
  • Tactile dial with clicks between levels allows you to raise and lower the stimulation level by feel without ever having to take your eyes off your dog
  • Teach yardwork/obedience and enforce known commands with lower levels of stimulation
  • Use higher levels to stop unwanted chasing or to overcome strong distractions
  
  
  CONTACT POINTS
• Insulated contact points ensure consistent and reliable stimulation in the water
• Includes interchangeable contact points for long or short-coated dogs
  
  

Garmin PRO 550 Range

Collar range is up to 1 mile which is ample for most dog training or hunting situations.

Maximum range is based on "line of sight." This means that to get the full range out of a system there should be nothing between the transmitter and the receiver, and the terrain should be flat and open. This isn't going to happen in most places that we spend time with our dogs.

The range on all of the systems that we carry will vary depending on training conditions, including weather, terrain, and the presence of cover.

Remember, too much range will never hurt, but too little could be a problem.