Angelcare AC601 User Manual

for your peace of mind

OWNER’S MANUAL

SIMPLICITY MOVEMENT SENSOR
WITH SOUND BABY MONITOR

Model AC601

IMPORTANT ADVICE FOR INITIAL SETUP

Movement Alarm

Your monitor comes with the movement alarm activated.
When switching on your monitor it will alarm, with or without
the Sensor Pad plugged in, if no movement is detected.
Deactivate the movement function to use the monitor without
the Sensor Pad.

Batteries

Insert the enclosed rechargeable batteries into the Parent
Unit. If inserted incorrectly the Parent Unit will not charge
when placed in the charging cradle. The charging indicator
lights will flash to indicate charging.

DON’T

FORGET

Cord Safety

Ensure the Nursery Unit is at least 1 metre away from your
baby’s cot. The Sensor Pad cord must always be kept out of
reach of baby and secured using the cord cover kit provided.

Voice-activated Sound Transmission

Your monitor will transmit when it detects sound from
your baby or in their room. You can adjust the microphone
sensitivity to suit your needs.

PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY FOR CORRECT SETUP

Please DO NOT return this product to the store. For assistance please

contact our helpline on 0845 009 1789 or email [e-mail]
Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm, excluding bank holidays.

TABLE OF CONTENT

WARNING .................................................................................... 3

AC601 SETUP REQUIREMENTS .................................................... 7

STEP 1 - Charging the Parent Unit (15 hours) .......................... 8

STEP 2 - Installing the sensor pad ............................................ 10

STEP 3 - Setting up the nursery unit .........................................13

STEP 4 - Turning on your monitor ..............................................14

STEP 5 - Testing and getting to know your monitor ............15

Troubleshooting ................................................................................18

Limited warranty ...............................................................................19

Technical specifications .................................................................20

OWNER’S MANUAL

KEEP YOUR OWNER’S MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

PLEASE READ THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
ASSEMBLING & USING THE PRODUCT.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS AND THE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT
IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH OR DAMAGES TO THE PRODUCT.

THE SENSOR PAD FEATURE IS NOT FOR USE WITH ADULTS, CHILDREN OR INFANTS
OLDER THAN 24 MONTHS.

THE SENSOR PAD IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED TO DETERMINE IF A CHILD IS OUT
OF THE CRIB.

WARNING

Adult assembly required.
Keep small parts away from children when assembling.

This Angelcare Monitor is a Personal Care Product. Please DO NOT return this to the store
where you purchased it from. If you have any questions or require assistance please call the
Angelcare Helpline on 0845 009 1789 or email [e-mail].

The Baby Helpline is open Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm. The helpline is closed on bank
holidays.

For additional FAQs and to download instruction manuals visit; www.angelcare.co.uk.
To order spare parts for your Angelcare Baby Monitor visit; www.megababy.co.uk.

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WARNING

1. THIS PRODUCT CANNOT REPLACE

RESPONSIBLE ADULT SUPERVISION. This
product is designed to aid in the monitoring
of your child. When using the monitor, you
must still provide the supervision necessary
for the continued safety of your child.
Monitoring of premature babies, or those
considered to be at risk, should always
be carried out under the supervision of a
health professional. This monitor SHOULD
NOT be used as a medical device, nor as
a device to prevent Sudden Infant Death
Syndrome (SIDS).

2. WARNING Strangulation Hazard —
Children have been STRANGLED in cords.

use. Immediately discontinue use of Sensor
Pad if protective covering is damaged or
broken.

3. Never use ex tension cords with AC
adapters. O N LY use the AC adapters
provided.

4. When an AC Adapter is plugged into
an elec trical outlet, DO NOT touch the
exposed end.

5. ALWAYS b e sure that both th e transmitte r
and receiver are working properly and are
within range of each other. Test monitor
before first use, periodically and when
changing location of the Nursery Unit.

6. ALWAYS be sure to immediately check
on baby whenever an alarm sounds.

7. DO NOT use monitor near water (such
as bath tub, sink, etc.).

Keep adapter cords
out of the reach of
children (more than 1

m away). NE VER use
Sensor Pad without
the protec tive cord
covering. Check
protective cord
covering before each

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE

8. Keep monitor AWAY from heat sources
(such as stoves, radiators, etc.).

9. ALWAYS place both the N ursery Unit and
Parent Unit on a flat surface in an upright
position and allow for proper ventilation.
DO NOT place on sofas , cushions, beds,
etc. which may block ventilation.

10. This monitor uses public airwaves to
transmit signals. The Parent Unit may
pick up signals or interference from
other nursery monitors in your area . Your
monitor may even be picked up by other
households. To protect your privacy, make
sure both units are turned OFF when not in
use. If you experience interference, change
the channel on both units.

11. This product is NOT a toy. DO NOT allow
children to play with it.

12. This product contains small parts. Adult
assembly required. Exercise care when
unpacking and assembling the product
and keep small parts away from children.

13. When using the monitor, the room
temperature should be between 10 °C
and 40 °C .

BATTERY WARNING

14. Use ON LY AAA RECHARGEABLE

batteries for the Parent Unit. DO NOT
mix old and new batteries. DO NOT
mix alkaline, standard or rechargeable
batteries. Insert bat teries with correct
polarity. DO NOT short-circuit supply
terminals. ONLY use the recommended
batteries or equivalent (volts and size)
and the correct adapter. Remove batteries
when product is stored for long periods
of time or when batteries are exhausted.
Dispose exhausted batteries properly. DO
NOT recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Rechargeable batteries are ONLY to be
charged under adult supervision. Keep all
batteries away from children .

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15. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

15.1 Read these instructions - All the safety

instructions should be read before the
product is operated.

15.2 Keep these instructions. The safety
and ope rating instructions should be
retained for future reference.

15.3 Heed all warnings – All warnings on the
product and in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.

15.4 Follow all instructions – All operating
and use instructions should be followed.

15.5 Water and moisture - DO NOT use
this apparatus near water. For example,
near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet environment or near
a swimming pool and the like. C are should
be taken so that objects DO NOT fall o nto
units and that liquids are not spilled into
either unit or Sensor Pad through its
openings.

15.6 Cleaning - Disconnect all units before
cleaning. DO NOT immerse in water any
part of the Nursery Unit, Parent Unit. Clean
only with dry cloth. DO NOT spray with
cleaning products or solvents. Wipe Sensor
Pad with a cloth moistened very slightly
with an antiseptic or mild detergent.

15.7 Ventilation - DO NOT block any
ventilation openings. Allow for proper
ventilation when units are in use. DO NOT
cover the Nursery Unit or Parent Unit with
any object such as a blanket. DO NOT place
it in a drawer or in any location which
would muffle the sound or interfere with
the normal flow of air.

15.8 Heat sources - DO NOT install near
any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves , TVs or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Heat can damage the case or electrical
parts.

15.9 Power cord protection - Protec t the
Sensor Pad cord and Adapter ’s power
cord from being walked on or pinched by
furniture or other items – Power supply
cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items
upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacle, and the point where they exit
from the product.

15.10 Accessories - Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the manufacturer.
DO NOT place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury
to a child or adult and serious damage to
the product. Use ONLY with a cart, stand ,
tripod, bracket or table recommended by
the manufacturer or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions.

15.11 Unplug this appliance during lightning
storms or when not used for long periods
of time.

15.12 Servicing - DO NOT attempt to
service this product yourself as opening
or removing covers (except battery doors)
may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards.

15.13 Replacement parts - When
replacement parts are required, be sure
the replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer have the same characteristic
as the original part. Unauthorized
substitution may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.

15.14 Usage - This baby monitor is
intended as an aid. It is NOT a substitute for
responsible and proper adult supervision
and should not be used as such. Use this
appliance ONLY for its intended use as
described in this manual .

15.15 Power S ources - Operate this
product only from the type of power
source indicated on the type plate of the
adaptor.
power supply to your home, consult your

If you are unsure of the type of

dealer or local power company.

15.16 Overloading - DO NOT overload
wall outlets, extension cords or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result
in a risk of fire or electric shock.

15.17 Object and Liquid Entr y - NEVER
push objects of any kind into this product
through casing slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in a risk of fire or
electric shock. NEVER spill liquid of any
kind on the product.

15.18 Antenna - The antenna used for this
transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from
all persons and must not be collocated or
operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

15.19 Power Lines - An outside antenna
system should NOT be located in the
vicinit y of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuit, or where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits as
contac t with them may be fatal.

15.20 WARNING Strangulation Hazard
— Children have been STRANGLED in
cords. Keep adapter cords out of the

reach of children
(more than 1 m away)
NEVER use Sensor Pad
without the protective
cord covering. Check
protective cord
covering before each
use. Immediately

discontinue use of S ensor Pad if protective
covering is damaged or broken .

15.21 Interfe rence - This mo nitor uses pub lic
airwaves to transmit signals. The Parent
Unit may pick up signals or interference
from other nursery monitors in your area.
Your monitor may even be picked up by
other households. To protect your privacy,
make sure both units are turned OFF when
not in use. If you experience interference,
change the channel on both units.

15.22 Vibration Source - When the monitor
is in use, DO NOT use a crib mobile or
other crib accessories that may produce
vibrations. Other sources of vibrations
may include fans, washing machines, loud
music, etc. These sources of vibration may
interfere with the performance of your
Angelcare
not sound if it continues to detec t any

®

monitor and the alarm will

movement other than your baby’s. Be sure
all vibration sources are eliminated before
using the monitor.

You may experience false alarms for several
reasons. The most common reason is the
Nursery Unit has not been turned OFF after
you have removed your baby from the crib.
Another reason is the Sensor Pad has not
been placed under the mattress properly.

Be sure the Sensor Pad is on a flat, firm
surface with the printed side facing up.
The sensitivity level may also need to be
adjusted. Refer to step 5. 3. Always be sure
to immediately check on baby whenever
an alarm sounds.

15.23 Sensor Pad - If the crib has a
spring or slat base, place a hard board
betwee n the crib base and the Sensor Pad
measuring at least 33 x 33 cm and 6 mm
thick. Only use your Angelcare

®

monitor in

a stationary sleeping environment such as
a crib where the Sensor Pad can rest on a
completely flat, firm surface.

16. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
RELATED TO USE OF BATTERIES

16.1 Use ONLY the type and size of

batteries specified in the owner’s manual.
There is a risk of explosion if batteries are
replaced with an incorrect type.

16. 2 Use ONLY AAA rechargeable
batteries and/or the AC Adapters provided
for the Parent Unit. You must use only
rechargeable batteries in the Parent Unit.
DO NOT use alkaline batteries or you will
severely damage the unit.

16.3 Charge the batteries for 15 hours prior
to first use. Be sure to have the monitor in
the OFF position during this period. ONLY
use the AC Adapters included with your
monitor.

16.4 DO NOT use these adapters with any
other equipments.

16.5 When unplugging the AC Adapter
from the N urser y Unit, be sure it is switched
to the OFF position. If it isn’t, the unit
will revert to battery mode if batteries
are installed.

16.6 DO NOT use rechargeable batteries
in the Nursery Unit. Use alkaline batteries
ONLY.

16.7 DO NOT dispose batteries in fire. They
may explode. Check with local regulations
for possible special disposal instructions.

16.8 Exercise care in handling batteries
in order not to short out the batteries
with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets and keys . Overcharging, short
circuiting, reverse charging, mutilation, or
incineration of batteries must be avoided
to prevent one or more of the following
occurrences: release of toxic materials ,
release of hydrogen and/or oxygen gas,
rise in surface temperature.

16.9 DO NOT attempt to recharge batteries
provided with or identified for use with
this product that are not intended to be
charged. The batteries may leak corrosive
electrolyte or explode.

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16.10 DO NOT attempt to rejuvenate the

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batteries provided with or identified for
use with this produc t by heating them.
Sudden release of batter y electrolyte may
occur, causing burns or irritation to eyes
or skin.

16.11 If and when necessary, the batteries
must be replaced with identical new ones
or equivalent (volts and size). If a battery
to be replaced is connected with other
batteries in series, replace the other
batteries at the same time as well. DO
NOT mix old and new batteries.

16.12 Reverse polarity installation of the
batteries in the end produc t must be
avoided. Reverse insertion of batteries
can cause charging, and that may result
in leakage or explosion.

16.13 Remove batteries from this product
if you store the product over 30 days
because the batteries could leak and
damage the product.

16.14 Discard ‘dead’ batteries as soon as
possible since ‘dead’ batteries are more
likely to leak in a product. If a battery has
leaked or vented, it should be replaced
immediately using protective gloves.

16.15 DO NOT store this product, or the
batteries provided with or identified for
use with this produc t, in high -temperature
are as.

WARNING

(North America Only)

17.1 Modifications not authorized by the

manufacturer may void users authority to
operate this device.

17.2 NOTE: This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and the Industry Canada licence­exempt RSS standard. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.

17.3 However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment OFF and ON, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.

• Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

17.4 This device complies with part 15 of the

FCC Rules and the Industry Canada licence­exempt RSS standard. Operation is sujected
to the folowing two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and

(2) This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

SETUP REQUIREMENTS

INCLUDED:

Parent Unit

YOU MUST PREPARE:

One hardboard (not included)
Thickness: 6 mm
Minimum dimensions:

33 cm x 33 cm

Maximum dimensions:
equal to the mattress size

IMPORTANT

The hardboard must be larger than
the Sensor Pad surface area.

Nursery Unit

2X 3X

2 AC Adapters

Hardboard

MOVEMENT SENSOR
WITH SOUND MONITOR

Model AC601

1 Sensor Pad (AC601) with pre-installed cord covers

3 Rechargeable AAA Batteries

WHAT YOU WILL NEED (NOT INCLUDED):

4X

Miniature Phillips

Screwdriver

4 Alkaline

AAA Batteries

FCC AND IC REGULATIONS

RF radiation exposure statement

The Nursery Unit complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. Caution: To maintain the compliance with the FCC’s RF exposure guideline,
install the Nursery Unit at least 20 cm from ALL persons. The transmitter of this device must
not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Industry Canada

This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B)

BABY’S ROOM:

Sensor Pad

IMPORTANT

Place the crib near a supporting wall and
far from air currents. Install the Nursery
Unit on a flat, stable surface facing the
crib at a distance of at least 1 meter.

IMPORTANT

Keep

at least

6

5

4

1 m

apart

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