Garmin DC 30
 
 
Overview 
Specifications
Documents
Firmware Updates
Press Release
 
 
 
Overview
 
This rugged, all-weather collar has an integrated GPS transmitter and antenna that work with the Astro 220 to ensure that your dog will never be lost again. Plus, it’s specially weighted so the antenna will always point to the sky for optimal signal.

When teamed up with the Astro 220, this system will have you hunting in no time. The DC 30, in combination with the Astro 220, pinpoints your dog’s position every 5 seconds and runs for 17 hours. You can extend the battery life of the DC 30 by changing the position transmit rate from 5 to 10 or 30 seconds, enabling the DC 30 to work up to 36 hours in the field on one charge. You will know if your dog is pointing, sitting, moving or treeing. Where it’s at. Where it’s been. How fast it’s moving and how far it’s gone.

Features include:
  • High-sensitivity GPS receiver
  • Dog position updates every 5, 10 or 30 seconds
  • Seven mile range, depending on terrain
  • Rugged, IPX7 waterproof design
  • 17 to 36 hour battery life, rechargeable lithium ion
  • Maintains position on top of dog’s back
  • Made of durable material
  • Convenient, comfortable, easy-to-use
 
Specifications
 
Unit Dimensions 1.4" x 1.17" x 3.3" (3.5 x 2.97 x 8.4 cm)
Collar Length 12" (30.5 cm) to 20" (50.8 cm) adjustable collar
Weight 4.1 oz (116 g) for transmitter and antenna, 8.7 oz (246.6 g) total weight
Battery Type Li-Ion rechargeable
Battery Life 17, 24, or 36 hours - (user adjustable transmit rate of 5, 10 or 30 seconds)
Waterproof IPX7
High Sensitivity Receiver Yes
GNSS GPS
Range 5 miles
Frequency Mode MURS
 
Documents
 
Garmin Astro 220 DC 30 Owners Manual
Garmin Astro 220 DC 30 Quick Start Guide
Garmin DC 30 Battery Replacement Instructions
Garmin Dog Collar Compatibility
Garmin Dog Collar Video Archive
 
Firmware Updates (1400)
 
Changes made from version 4.00 to 4.10:
    Prevent potential range issue with the radio.
Changes made from version 3.90 to 4.00:
    Changes to support manufacturing.
Changes made from version 3.80 to 3.90:
    Changes to support manufacturing.
Changes made from version 3.70 to 3.80:
    Changes to support manufacturing.
Changes made from version 3.60 to 3.70:
    DC40 occasionally failed to fully power down when disconnected from a charger. This release fixes the problem.
Changes made from version 3.50 to 3.60:
    Communication settings retained during software upgrade.
Changes made from version 3.40 to 3.50:
    Improved GPS performance.
    Added triple blink to indicate a high quality GPS fix.
Changes made from version 3.00 to 3.40:
    Added support for DC40.
    Increased battery life.
Changes made from version 2.90 to 3.00:
    Force LED on when power button is pressed to provide instant feedback that the button is pressed.
Changes made from version 2.80 to 2.90:
    Changes for factory testing.
Changes made from version 2.70 to 2.80:
    Changes for factory testing.
Changes made from version 2.60 to 2.70:
    Changes for factory testing.
Changes made from version 2.50 to 2.60:
    Further improved battery monitoring.
Changes made from version 2.40 to 2.50:
    Improved low battery monitoring.
Changes made from version 2.30 to 2.40:
    Modified to never show 'sitting' status when dog type is set to 'pointing dog'.
Changes made from version 2.20 to 2.30:
    Eliminates the recording of an invalid detailed track point when power is turned off.