VTech BM3100 Twin User Manual

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Safe & Sound Video and audio monitor

User guide

Models: BM3100/

BM3100 Twin

For product support please call: 1 300 369 193

Congratulations

on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this product, please read Important safety instructions on pages iii and iv of this manual.

This manual has all the feature operations and troubleshooting necessary to install and operate your new VTech product. Please review this manual thoroughly to ensure proper installation and operation of this innovative and feature rich VTech product.

Product introduction

BM3100 is a video and audio monitor which consists of one parent unit (BM3100 PU) and one baby unit (BM3100 BU).

BM3100 Twin is a video and audio monitor which consists of one parent unit

(BM3100 Twin PU) and two baby units (BM3100 Twin BU).

The parent unit may be shipped with a protective sticker covering the display. Remove the protective sticker before use.

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Important safety instructions

When using your equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to

reduce the risk of re, electric shock and injury, including the following:

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Adult setup is required.

This product is intended as an aid. It is not a substitute for responsible and proper adult supervision and should not be used as such.

This product is not intended for use as a medical monitor.

Do not use this product near water. For example, do not use it next to a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or swimming pool, or in a wet basement or shower.

CAUTION: Use only the batteries indicated in this manual. There may be a risk of explosion if a wrong type of battery is used for the parent unit. Use only the supplied rechargeable battery for the parent unit. Do not dispose of batteries in a

re. They may explode.

Use only the adapters included with this product. Incorrect adapter polarity or voltage can seriously damage the product. Baby unit power adapter: Input 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz; output: 6V DC 800 mA; Parent unit power adapter: Input 100-240V AC 50/60 Hz; output: 6V DC 800 mA.

The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical or oor

mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

Unplug the power cords before replacing batteries.

Do not cut off the power adapters to replace them with other plugs, as this causes a hazardous situation.

Do not allow anything to rest on the power cords. Do not install this product where the cords may be walked on or crimped.

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

Do not overload wall outlets or use an extension cord.

Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces.

This product should not be placed in any area where proper ventilation is not provided. Slots and openings in the back or bottom of this product are provided for ventilation. To protect them from overheating, these openings must not be blocked by placing the product on a soft surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register.

Never push objects of any kind into this product through the slots because they

may touch dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

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Important safety instructions

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble this product, but take it to an authorized service facility. Opening or removing parts of the product other than

specied access doors may expose you to dangerous voltages or other risks. Incorrect

reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.

You should test the sound reception every time you turn on the units or move one of the components.

Periodically examine all components for damage.

Be aware of possible loss of privacy while using public airwaves. Conversations may be picked up by other nursery monitors, cordless phones, scanners, etc.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.

The product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Cautions

Use and store the product at a temperature betw

een 0oC and 40oC.

Do not expose the product to extreme cold, heat or direct sunlight. Do not put the product close to a heating source.

Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as bright sunshine or re.

Make sure the baby unit(s) and the adapter cord(s) are always out of reach of the baby, at least 1 metre away from the baby or crib, to avoid a possible strangulation hazard.

Never place the baby unit(s) inside the baby’s crib or playpen.

Never cover the baby unit(s) or parent unit with anything such as a towel or a blanket.

Other electronic products may cause interference with your video and audio monitor. Try installing your video and audio monitor as far away from these electronic devices as possible: wireless routers, radios, cellular telephones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances and cordless telephones.

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Table of contents

Getting started ........................ 1

Parts checklist ................................1

Baby unit battery installation...........2

Baby unit installation.......................4

Parent unit battery installation ........5

Parent unit installation ....................7

Parent unit battery charging ........... 8

Baby unit overview .........................9

Baby unit lights .............................10

Parent unit overview ..................... 11

Parent unit lights ..........................13

Parent unit screen icons ............... 13

Positioning and operating range ...15 Test your video and audio monitor

before use .................................16

Parent unit settings .............. 17

Using the menu ............................17

Alert tone ......................................17

Sensitivity .....................................19

Temperature ................................. 19

Sound-activated screen ................22

LCD brightness .............................22

Pair/unpair CAM ...........................23

Language......................................24

Baby unit operation .............. 25

Power on or off the baby unit........25

Speaker volume............................25

Play lullabies.................................25

Night vision ................................... 25

Parent unit operation ........... 26

Power on or off the parent unit .....26

Speaker volume............................26

Zoom ............................................26

View .............................................. 27

Talk to the baby unit .....................27

Appendix ............................... 28

Parent unit screen messages ....... 28

Parent unit battery ........................29

Troubleshooting ............................ 30

Operating range............................34

Maintenance ................................. 34

Technical specications................37

Index ...................................... 38

To purchase replacement batteries or power adapters, please call VTech on 1 300 369 193..

Getting started

Parts checklist

Check to make sure the package contains the following items. Save your sales receipt and original packaging in the event warranty service is necessary.

User’s manual

Baby unit (BM3100 BU/ BM3100 Twin BU)

(1 fo r B M3100) (2 for BM3100 Twin)

Parent unit (BM3100 PU/ BM3100 Twin PU)

Baby unit power adapter

(1 for B M310 0) (2 for BM310 0 Twin)

Parent unit battery compar tment cover

Battery for parent unit

Parent unit power adapter

Baby unit bat tery compar tment cover

(1 for B M310 0) (2 for BM310 0 Twin)

User’s manual

Getting started

Baby unit battery installation

You can power up the baby unit by connecting it to AC power or to four AA alkaline batteries. Even if the baby unit is connected to AC power, we recommend you also install four AA alkaline batteries. This guarantees continual operation in case of a power outage.

To install batteries:

Install four AA alkaline batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment, matching the polarity markings (+ and -) inside the battery compartment.

Replace the battery compartment cover.

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Baby unit battery installation

To replace batteries:

Insert a at and blunt object into the slot at the bottom of the baby unit,, such as a at-blade screwdriver..

Push on the tab of the compartment cover to release it from the baby unit. Then detach the compartment cover.

Follow the steps on page 2 to install batteries.

Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline and standard (carbon-zinc) batteries.

The operating time for using AA batteries is short, only for a few hours. If you want to monitor your baby for a long time, we recommend you connect your baby unit to AC power.

If the baby unit will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage.

You can use rechargeable AA batteries for the baby unit, but the baby unit cannot charge rechargeable batteries.

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Baby unit installation

Install the baby unit as shown below.

Make sure that the power outlet is not controlled by a wall switch. Bundle the power cord neatly with the self-adhesive strap.

Use only the baby unit power adapters supplied with this product. To order a replacement, contact VTech on 1 300 369 193.

The baby unit power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a

vertical or oor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug

in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.

Make sure the baby units and the power adapter cords are out of reach of children.

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Power outlet not controlled by a wall switch

Baby unit power adapter

Self-adhesive strap

Raise the antenna for better reception.

Baby unit

Getting started

Parent unit battery installation

You can power up the parent unit by connecting it to AC power or to the rechargeable battery provided. Even if the parent unit is connected to AC power, we recommend you also install the battery. This guarantees continual operation in case of a power outage.

Install the battery as shown below.

With the label THIS SIDE UP facing up, insert the small tabs of the battery into the slots inside the battery compartment. Make sure the metallic contact is correctly oriented as shown below. Push the battery into the battery compartment until it clicks securely into place.

Align the battery compartment cover at against the battery compartment, then slide it towards the center of the parent unit until it clicks into place.

Metallic contact

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Parent unit battery installation

To replace the battery, press down on the large tab of the battery and lift it out of the battery compartment, then follow the steps on page 5 to install the battery.

The operating time for using the rechargeable battery is short. If you want to monitor your baby for a long time, we recommend you connect the parent unit to AC power.

If the parent unit will not be used for a long time, disconnect and remove the battery to prevent possible leakage.

Use only the battery supplied with this product. To purchase a replacement battery, contact VTech on 1300 369 193.

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Getting started

Parent unit installation

Install the parent unit as shown below.

Make sure that the power outlet is not controlled by a wall switch. Bundle the adapter cord neatly with the attached self-adhesive strap.

Parent unit

Use only the parent unit power adapter supplied with this product. To order a replacement, contact VTech on 1300 369 193.

The parent unit power adapter is intended to be correctly oriented in a

vertical or oor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the

plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling, under-the-table or cabinet outlet.

Make sure the parent unit and the power adapter cord are out of reach of children.

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Power outlet not controlled by a wall switch

Parent unit power adapter

Self-adhesive strap

If the battery is installed, the light on the parent unit turns on while charging.

Raise the antenna for better reception.

Getting started

Parent unit battery charging

Once you have installed the parent unit (see page 7) and its battery (see page 5), press to turn it on. The battery icon indicates the battery status (see the table below). The parent unit battery is fully charged after 12 hours of continuous charging.

When the parent unit is operating in battery mode and the battery is low, you need to charge the parent unit without interruption for at least 30 minutes to give the parent unit enough charge to use for a short time. When operating in low battery condition, the parent unit displays Battery low at Parent Unit and . Parent unit plays short beeps to alert you.

The following table summarizes the battery charge indicators and actions to take.

Battery indicators Battery status Action

The

icon displays.

No battery is installed but operates using AC power, or the battery has been installed incorrectly.

Install the parent unit battery. Charge without interruption (at least 30 minutes).

The screen displays

Battery low at Parent Unit and

The battery is very low and may be used for only a short time.

Charge without interruption (about 30 minutes).

The

icon is solid.icon is solid. The battery is fully charged. To keep the battery

charged, connect it to AC power when not in use.

When you charge the battery initially or it is not used for a long period of time, charge it for 12 hours continuously. It takes longer to charge the battery when the parent unit is turned on. To shorten the charging time, turn the parent unit off while charging.

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Baby unit overview

1 _ Camera lens

2 _ Infrared LEDs

Backup light for night vision (page 25).

3 _ AC power indicator light

(On/off)

Turn on and off the baby unit (page 25).

(Volume down)

Decrease the listening volume (page 25).

6 _

(Play/stop)

Play or stop lullabies (page 25).

7 _ Battery indicator light

8 _

(Skip)

Skip to the next lullaby (page 25).

+ (Volume up)

Increase the listening volume (page 25).

10 _ Antenna

11 _ Light sensor

12 _ Microphone

13 _ Speaker 14 _ Camera lens angle

adjustment tab

Tilt to adjust camera angle.

15 _ Temperature sensor

16 _ Power jack

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Baby unit lights

(AC power indicator light)

On in red when the baby unit is on and powered by AC power.

Off when the baby unit is off or powered by batteries.

(Battery indicator light)

On in green when the baby unit is on and powered by batteries.

Flashes in green when the baby unit battery is low.

Off when the baby unit is off or powered by AC power.

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1 _ Antenna

2 _

(On/Off)

Turn on or off (page 26).

3 _

(Zoom)

Zoom in or out while viewing in single-CAM mode (page 26).

4 _

(View)

Choose to view an individual camera or all cameras at the same time (page 27).

Turn on or off the screen (page 27).

5 _ TALK

Talk to the selected baby unit while viewing in single-CAM mode (page 27).

6 _ MIC (Microphone)

7 _ MENU/SELECT

Enter the menu (page 17). Choose an item, or save a

setting while in a menu (page 17).

Select a desired camera while viewing in multi-CAM mode (page 26).

Speakerphone

Broadcast the sounds

transmitted

from the baby unit.

Parent unit overview

Getting started

9 _ /BACK

Return to the previous menu while in a menu ((page 17).

Move leftward while viewing in

mode (mode ( (page 26).

Move left or right to highlight a desired camera while viewing in multi-CAM mode ( (page 26).

10 _

/VOL

Increase the speaker volume (page 26).

Scroll up while in a menu while in a menu (page 26).

Move upward while viewing in

mode ( (page 26).

Scroll up or down to highlight a desired camera while viewing in multi-CAM mode ( (page 26).

11 _

Move rightward while viewing in

mode (page 26).

Choose an item while in a menu (page 17).

Move right or left to highlight a desired camera while viewing in multi-CAM mode (page 26).

12 _

/VOL

Decrease the speaker volume (page 26).

Scroll down while in a menu (page 26).

Move downward while viewing in

mode (page 26)

Scroll up or down to highlight a desired camera while viewing in multi-CAM mode (page 26).

Parent unit overview

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Parent unit lights

LINK On when strong signal strength is detected between the parent

unit and the selected baby unit.

Flashes when the parent unit cannot link to the selected baby unit.

Off when the parent unit is turned off.

When the parent unit is powered by AC power:

On in red when the parent unit is being charged.

On in red when no battery is installed.

Off when the parent unit has nished charging.

When the parent unit is powered by the battery:

On in red when the parent unit is turned on.

Off when the parent unit is turned off.

TALK On in blue when the parent unit is talking to the baby unit.

On in orange when the speaker volume of the parent unit is turned off, or when the parent unit is in multi-CAM mode.

Off when the speaker volume of the parent unit is turned on.

Parent unit screen icons

Connection status

displays when strong signal strength is detected between the

baby unit and the parent unit.

- or displays when moderate signal strength is detected between the baby unit and the parent unit.

- displays when the link between the baby unit and the parent unit is lost.

Zoom

- Displays when the camera at the selected baby unit is zoomed in.

Lullaby

- Displays when a lullaby is playing at the selected baby unit.

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Parent unit screen icons

Temperature alert

- Displays when the temperature alert is set to on.

20 oC

Real-time temperature

- Displays the real-time temperature of the selected baby unit.

Sound level indicators

- Displays the sound level according to the scales of loudness when there is sound transmitted from the baby unit.

Speaker volume

- Displays the speaker volume level while adjusting.

Speaker volume off

- Displays when speaker volume is set to off.

CAM 1 or

CAM 2 or

CAM 3 or

CAM 4

Current view status

- Displays the number of the baby unit that is being viewed when in single-CAM mode.

- Displays the highlighted baby unit when in multi-CAM mode.

Battery status

animates when the battery is charging.

- displays solid when the battery is fully charged.

displays when the battery is low and needs charging.

displays when no battery is installed but operates using

AC power, or the battery has been installed incorrectly.

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Positioning and operating range

Position the video and audio monitor

Place the parent unit within the operating range (see below) of the baby unit. We recommend the parent unit is at least 1 metre away from the baby unit to avoid audio feedback. If you still experience audio feedback, move the parent unit and the baby unit farther apart. Place the baby unit at least 1 metre away from the baby or crib.

For better image quality, do not place the baby unit too far away from your baby.

Audio settings

The baby unit may not detect sounds when the sensitivity level is set below a certain level. You may need to increase the sensitivity level (see page 19).

You may need to turn the speaker volume louder on the parent unit to hear the sounds transmitted from the baby unit (see page 26).

It is the caregiver’s responsibility to stay close enough to take care of any eventuality.

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Test your video and audio monitor before use

It is important to test the video and audio monitor when it is installed initially, and at regular times thereafter. Test your parent unit and baby units if they have not been used for a long time or you suspect they are defective.

To test your video and audio monitor:

Place the parent unit and the baby units in the same room to test the product. Make sure the baby units are at least 1 metre away from the parent unit.

Press

on the baby units until the AC power indicator light turns on when the baby unit is powered by AC power, or until the Battery indicator light turns on when the baby unit is powered by batteries.

Press on the parent unit until the screen displays Waiting for linking...

Press repeatedly on the parent unit to view images from all baby units. If you have only one baby unit, the parent unit displays an image from the baby unit. Your video and audio monitor is now ready for use.

If no connection can be established, the parent unit displays No link to CAM # briey. Then it displays Waiting for linking... and

Parent unit settings

Using the menu

To enter the parent unit menu:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or until the desired feature is highlighted on the left side. Press SELECT or to enter that feature menu.

Press

or until the desired feature or option is highlighted on the right side. Press SELECT or to enter that feature menu, or press SELECT

to conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

To return to the previous menu, press BACK.

If you do not press any button within 10 seconds, the menu will close automatically.

Alert tone

Low battery tone alert

You can set whether the parent unit beeps whenever the parent unit or the baby unit operates in low battery condition. The low battery tone alert is preset to On.

To set the low battery tone alert:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press or to choose ALERT TONE, then press SELECT or .

Press SELECT or again to choose Low Battery Tone.

Press or to choose On or Off, then press SELECT to conrm your

selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

The low battery tone alert of the baby unit only works while viewing that particular baby unit in single-CAM mode or in multi-CAM mode.

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Parent unit settings

Alert tone

No link alert

You can set whether the parent unit beeps whenever the link between the parent unit and the baby unit is lost. The no link alert is preset to On.

To set the no link alert of the parent unit:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press or to choose ALERT TONE, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose No Link Alert, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose On or Off, then press SELECT to conrm your

selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

The no link alert only works while viewing that particular baby unit in single-CAM mode or in multi-CAM mode.

Parent unit settings

Sensitivity

You can use the parent unit to change the sound sensitivity level of the baby units from Level 1 to Level 5 (Maximum). The higher the sound sensitivity level is set, the more sensitive the baby unit is in detecting sounds for transmitting to the parent unit. The sensitivity level is preset to Level 3.

If you want the baby unit to be very sensitive in detecting sounds, you may set the sensitivity level to Level 5 (Maximum), so that the baby unit will always detect any sounds including background noises for transmitting to the parent unit. If you want the baby unit to be less sensitive in detecting sounds, you may set the sensitivity level to a lower level (Level 1 to Level 4), so that the baby unit will transmit sounds to the parent unit only when your baby is very noisy or crying loudly.

To set the sound sensitivity level of the baby unit:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press or to choose SENSITIVITY, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose a desired baby unit or all baby units, then press SELECT or .

Press or to scroll through the choices, then press SELECT to conrm

your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

Temperature

Minimum temperature

You can set the desired minimum room temperature of the baby unit. The minimum temperature can be set between

11oC

and 20oC.

The minimum temperature is preset to 14oC.

To set the minimum temperature of the baby unit:

Press MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or to choose TEMPERATURE, then press SELECT or .

Press SELECT or again to choose Minimum.

Press

or to choose a desired baby unit or all baby units, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose the desirable temperature, then press SELECT

to conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

Parent unit settings

Temperature

Maximum temperature

You can set the desired maximum room temperature of the baby unit. The maximum temperature can be set between 21oC and

30oC. The maximum temperature is preset to 30oC.

To set the maximum temperature of the baby unit:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press or to choose TEMPERATURE, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose Maximum, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose a desired baby unit or all baby units, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose the desirable temperature, then press SELECT to

conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

Temperature alert

You can set whether the parent unit beeps whenever the temperature is out of the preset temperature range. The temperature alert is preset to Off.

To set the temperature alert of the baby unit:

Press MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or to choose TEMPERATURE, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose Alert, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose a desirable baby unit or all baby units, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose On or Off, then press SELECT to conrm your

selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

The temperature alert only works while viewing that particular baby unit in single-CAM mode or in multi-CAM mode.

Parent unit settings

Temperature

Temperature format

You can set the temperature scale of the baby unit. The temperature scale is preset to Celsius.

To change the temperature scale:

Press

MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press or to choose TEMPERATURE, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose Format, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose Fahrenheit or Celsius, then press SELECT to

conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

Parent unit settings

Sound-activated screen

When the parent unit screen is turned off manually (see page 27), you can set the screen to be turned on automatically whenever there are sounds detected from the baby units after 20 seconds of silence. The parent unit screen will turn off automatically when no sounds are detected from the baby units within 50 seconds. The sound-activated screen is preset to Off.

To turn the sound-activated screen on or off:

Press MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or to choose SOUND-ACTIVATED SCREEN, then press

SELECT or .

Press or to choose On or Off, then press SELECT to conrm your

selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

If you set the sensitivity level to Level 5 (Maximum) (see page 19), the baby unit will be very sensitive and detect any sounds including background noises. These background noises may disrupt the silence and prevent the sound-activated screen feature to work properly.

The parent unit will turn on only if the sounds detected are from the last viewed camera.

LCD brightness

You can change the brightness of the parent unit screen from

Level 1 to Level 5. The LCD brightness is preset to Level 3.

To set the brightness of the parent unit screen:

Press MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or to choose LCD BRIGHTNESS, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose the desirable brightness.

Press SELECT to conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

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Parent unit settings

Pair/unpair CAM

Pair new CAM

The baby units and parent unit provided are already paired. You can add or replace baby units (BM3110, purchased separately) to your video and audio monitor system.

You can pair a maximum of four baby units to your parent unit.

Each new baby unit must be paired to the parent unit before use. Make sure you power on the baby unit (see page 25) and the parent unit (see page 26) before pairing.

To pair a baby unit:

On the idle parent unit, press

MENU.

Press or to choose PAIR/UNPAIR CAM, then press SELECT or .

Press SELECT or again to choose Pair new CAM.

Press or to choose a desired baby unit slot, then press SELECT. If you choose an occupied baby unit slot, the new baby unit will replace the existing baby unit.

Make sure the new baby unit is turned on. On the new baby unit, immediately press and hold + for 8 seconds when the parent unit screen displays Please press [+] key on CAM unit until POWER indicator

ashes Red and Green light.

When pairing is successful, the screen displays the image from the newly paired baby unit. The AC power indicator light on the new baby unit turns red when it is powered by AC power, or the Battery indicator light turns green when it is powered by battery.

If pairing fails, the screen displays Pairing failed. Try the pairing process again.

Only one baby unit can be paired at a time.

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Parent unit settings

Pair/unpair CAM

Unpair CAM

Make sure you power on the baby unit and the parent unit before unpairing the baby unit.

To unpair a baby unit:

On the idle parent unit, press MENU.

Press

or to choose PAIR/UNPAIR CAM, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose Unpair CAM, then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose a desired baby unit, then press SELECT.

Press when the screen displays To unpair CAM # from the system, press [zoom] key.

Press SELECT when the screen displays Press [MENU/SELECT] key to conrm.

When unpairing is successful, the screen displays the image of the next paired baby unit. If there is no paired baby unit, the screen displays

No CAM paired.

Language

You can select a language (English, French or Spanish) to be used in all screen displays. The screen display language is preset to English.

To change the language:

Press MENU when the parent unit is not in use.

Press

or to choose LANGUAGE (LANGAGE if French is set, or IDIOMA if Spanish is set), then press SELECT or .

Press or to choose English, Français or Español, then press

SELECT to conrm your selection. You hear a conrmation tone.

Baby unit operation

Power on or off the baby unit

Press

to turn on the baby unit. The AC power indicator light turns on when it is powered by AC power, or the Battery indicator light turns on when it is powered by batteries.

Press and hold

for 2 seconds to turn off the

baby unit. The corresponding light turns off.

Speaker volume

You can change the speaker volume from Level 1 to Level 5. The preset volume is Level 3. Changing the

speaker volume also changes the lullaby playback volume.

When adjusting the speaker volume, you will hear two beeps when the maximum or minumum volume is reached.

To adjust the speaker volume:

Press + or

on the baby unit at any time.

Play lullabies

There are 5 lullabies to choose from, and the chosen lullaby plays repeatedly for about 20 minutes.

To play lullabies:

Press u/n on the baby unit.

To skip to the next lullaby:

Press

on the baby unit to skip to the next lullaby.

To stop playing lullabies:

Press u/n on the baby unit to stop.

Lullaby playback is paused when the parent unit is talking to the baby unit. Lullaby playback resumes when the parent unit nishes using the TALK feature.

Night vision

To help you monitor your baby even at night, the baby unit automatically uses the light from its infrared LEDs for transmitting images to the parent unit when it is turned on in a dark room. However, it only transmits black-and-white images.

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Baby unit operation

Power on or off the parent unit

Press to turn on the parent unit. The display screen turns on.

Press for 2 seconds to turn off the parent unit. The display screen turns off.

Speaker volume

You can change the speaker volume from Volume 1 to Volume 7, or turn it off. The speaker volume is preset to Volume 3. When the maximum or minimum volume is reached, you will hear two short beeps.

When the speaker volume is set to off,

appears

on the screen and the light turns on.

To adjust the speaker volume:

Press VOL+ or VOL

when the parent unit is not

in use.

Zoom

You can zoom in or out while viewing images from any baby unit.

To zoom in or out while in single-CAM mode:

Press

to zoom in. Press , , or to move the zoomed image upward, downward, leftward or rightward correspondingly.

Press again to zoom out.

To zoom in or out while in multi-CAM mode:

Press , , or to choose the desired baby unit, then press or SELECT. Press again

to zoom in. Press , , or to move the zoomed image upward, downward, leftward or rightward correspondingly.

Press

again to zoom out.

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Parent unit operation

View

You can change the screen to view images from different baby units, or you can turn off the screen.

To view different baby units:

Press

to scroll to the desired baby units.

They are shown in chronological order: CAM 1,

CAM 2, CAM 3, CAM 4 and multi-CAM.

When there is only one paired baby unit, multi-CAM mode is not available.

To turn the screen on or off:

Press and hold

for 2 seconds to turn off the screen.

When the screen is turned off, press any key to turn it on.

Talk to the baby unit

You can broadcast messages from the parent unit to any one of the baby units.

To talk to the baby unit:

Press

to choose a desired baby unit.

Press and hold TALK when the parent unit is in single-CAM mode. Speak towards the MIC (microphone) on the parent unit. The TALK light is on in blue when the voice connection to the baby unit is made. Your voice is broadcast to the baby unit.

The TALK feature does not work in multi-CAM mode.

If the speaker volume of the parent unit is set to OFF, it will be reset to the default volume after you press and hold TALK.

Lullaby playback is paused when the parent unit is talking the baby

unit. Lullaby playback resumes when the parent unit nishes using the

TALK feature.

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Parent unit screen messages

Appendix

Battery low at CAM # When the baby unit is powered by batteries,

the stated baby unit batteries need to be changed. It will be powered off after 30 seconds automatically.

Battery low at Parent Unit When the parent unit is powered by the

rechargeable battery and the battery level is low, it needs to be recharged.

Battery empty at Parent Unit

When the parent unit is powered by the rechargeable battery and it is almost depleted, it needs to be recharged. The parent unit will be powered off after 10 seconds.

Battery empty

Powering off ...

The parent unit battery is depleted and the parent unit is turning off.

No link to CAM # The selected camera slot is not linked to the

parent unit.

Only one camera paired.

View switching requires additional cameras.

You try to view in multi-CAM mode but you have only one paired baby unit.

Sound detected at CAM # There are sounds detected from the selected

baby unit while viewing in multi-CAM mode.

Temperature too low at CAM #

The temperature detected from the selected baby unit is below the set minimum temperature.

Temperature too high at CAM #

The temperature detected from the selected baby unit is above the set maximum temperature.

Waiting for linking... The link between the parent unit and the

selected baby unit is lost, or the selected baby unit is out of range, or the selected camera slot is empty.

When you have only one paired baby unit and the link is lost, or you have multiple paired baby units and the links are lost, Waiting for linking... displays for 10 seconds and then the screen turns off.

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Parent unit battery

It takes up to 12 hours for the battery to be fully charged.

The standby time varies depending on the sensitivity level you set, your actual use and the age of the battery.

The battery needs charging when:

A new battery is installed in the parent unit.

The parent unit beeps.

The battery is properly installed and no battery icon displays on the screen.

Battery low at Parent Unit and displays on the parent unit.

The light ashes on the parent unit.

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of re or injury, read and follow these instructions:

Use only the battery provided or equivalent. To order a replacement, contact VTech on 1 300 369 193.

Do not dispose of the battery in a re. Check with local waste management codes

for special disposal instructions.

Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may

cause burns or injury to the eyes or skin. The electrolyte may be toxic if swallowed.

Exercise care in handling the battery in order not to create a short circuit with conductive materials.

Charge the battery provided with or identied for use with this product only in accordance with the instructions and limitations specied in this manual.

Observe proper polarity orientation between the battery and metallic contacts.

To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to water or any type of moisture.

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

If you have difculty with your video and audio monitor, please try the

suggestions below. For customer service, contact VTech on 1 300 369 193.

My video and audio monitor does not work at all.

Make sure the baby units, parent unit and the batteries are installed and charged correctly (pages 2 to 8). For optimum daily performance, charge the parent unit when it is not in use.

Make sure the power adapters are securely plugged into the outlet not controlled by a wall switch.

Make sure the adapter cords are plugged rmly into the baby units and parent unit.

Make sure the baby units and the parent unit are turned on.

The parent unit may be too far away from the baby units. Move the parent unit closer to the baby units (but not less than 1 metre).

Unplug the electrical power to the baby units and parent unit. Wait for approximately 15 seconds, then plug it back in. Turn on the baby units and the parent unit. Allow up to one minute for the baby units and the parent unit to synchronize.

Install the correct type of batteries in the baby units and follow the proper polarity orientation between the battery and metallic contacts inside the battery compartment.

Charge the battery in the parent unit for up to 12 hours.

If the parent unit battery is completely depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes to charge the parent unit before it can be used for a short time (page 8).

Remove the battery and then install it again. If that still does not work, it may be necessary to purchase new batteries.

Large obstructions may impact the reception. Try to relocate the baby units, away from large obstructions such as walls and doors.

The video and audio monitor produces high-pitched noise.

The parent unit may be too close to the baby units. Make sure the parent unit and the baby units are at least 3 feet away from one another.

You may be too close to the baby unit when you press and hold TALK. Make sure the parent unit and the baby units are at least 3 feet away from one another.

You may have set the sensitivity level too high. You may need to adjust the

sensitivity level to a lower level to avoid audio feedback (page 19).

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

The parent unit plays any sounds from the baby unit and I think it is too noisy.

You may have set the sensitivity level to Level 5 (Maximum). If you do so, the baby

unit will transmit any sounds detected to the parent unit. You may need to adjust the

sensitivity level to a lower level (page 19).

You may need to adjust the speaker volume on the parent unit (page 26).

The parent unit does not play any sound when there is noise from the baby unit.

Make sure the parent unit is powered up by connecting it to AC power (page 7) or to the rechargeable battery provided (page 5).

Make sure the parent unit is turned on (page 26) and the speaker volume is not set to

off (page 26).

Make sure the parent unit is not monitoring in multi-CAM mode.

The parent unit may be too far away from the baby unit. Move the parent unit closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 metre).

If the parent unit is powered by the provided battery, make sure there is sufcient

charge. Charge the battery in the parent unit for up to 12 hours.

You may have set the sensitivity level to a very low level. If you do so, the baby unit

will not detect sounds that is too soft or light. You may need to adjust the sensitivity

level to a higher level (page 19).

Large obstructions may impact the reception. Try to relocate the baby unit, away from large obstructions such as walls and doors.

Remove the battery and then install it again. Turn on the baby unit and the parent unit. Allow up to one minute for the parent unit and the baby unit to synchronize..

Battery low at the Parent Unit and display on the parent unit.

Charge the battery in the parent unit for up to 12 hours.

Remove the battery and then install it again. Use it until fully depleted, then recharge it in the parent unit for up to 12 hours.

If the above measures do not correct the problem, replace the battery.

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Appendix

Troubleshooting

The battery does not charge in the parent unit or the parent unit battery does not accept charge.

Make sure the battery is installed in the parent unit battery compartment correctly. The light on the parent unit should be on when charging.

Remove the battery and then install it again, then charge for up to 12 hours.

If the battery icon and the light on the parent unit are not on, refer to The light on the parent unit is off below.

If the battery is completely depleted, it may take up to 30 minutes to charge the parent unit before it can be used for a short time (page 8).

Purchase a new battery. Refer to Parent unit battery installation (pages 5-6) and

Parent unit battery charging (page 8).

The

light on the parent unit is off.

Make sure the parent unit battery is installed (page 5) and charged (page 8) correctly.

The

light is off when the battery is fully charged even if it is also powered by

AC power.

The parent unit beeps and is not performing normally.

Move the parent unit closer to the baby units (but not less than 1 metre). The baby(but not less than 1 metre). The baby. The baby units may be out of range.

If the parent unit is powered by the provided battery, it may not have enough charge for the parent unit to perform normally. Charge the battery in the parent unit for up to 12 hours.

Reset the parent unit and the baby units by turning them off and unplugging the electrical power to the parent unit and the baby units. Wait for 15 seconds and plug them back in again. Turn on the parent unit and the baby units. Allow up to one

minute for the parent unit and the baby units to synchronize.

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Appendix

The link between the baby unit and the parent unit is lost every now and then, and I’m experiencing sound interruptions.

Move the parent unit closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 metre). The baby units may be out of range.

Reset the parent unit and the baby unit by turning them off. Unplug the electrical power to the parent unit and the baby unit. Wait for 15 seconds and plug them back in again. Turn on the baby unit and the parent unit. Allow up to one minute for the parent unit and the baby units to synchronize.

Common cure for electronic equipment.

If the video and audio monitor is not responding normally, try the following (in the order listed):

Disconnect the power to the baby units and the parent unit.

Remove the batteries in the baby units and the parent unit. Then install the batteries again.

Wait a few minutes before connecting power back to the baby units and the parent unit.

Turn on the baby units and the parent unit.

Wait for the parent unit to synchronize with the baby units. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.

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Appendix

Operating range

This baby unit and parent unit can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the baby unit, the parent unit, the weather, and the layout of your home.

When the parent unit is out of range, the parent unit displays Waiting for linking...

To improve reception, move closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 metre).

Maintenance

Taking care of your video and audio monitor

Your video and audio monitor contains sophisticated electronic parts, so it must be treated with care.

Avoid rough treatment

Place the baby unit and parent unit down gently. Save the original packing materials to protect your video and audio monitor if you ever need to ship it.

Avoid water

Your video and audio monitor can be damaged if it gets wet. Do not use the parent unit and/or baby unit outdoors in the rain, or handle it with wet hands. Do not install the video and audio monitor near a sink, bathtub or shower.

Electrical storms

Electrical storms can sometimes cause power surges harmful to electronic equipment. For your own safety, take caution when using electrical appliances during storms.

Cleaning your video and audio monitor

Your video and audio monitor has a durable plastic casing that should retain its luster for many years. Clean it only with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or mild soap. Do not use excess water or cleaning solvents of any kind.

Remember that electrical appliances can cause serious injury if used when you are wet

or standing in water. If the baby units and/or parent unit should fall into water, DO NOT RETRIEVE IT UNTIL YOU UNPLUG THE POWER CORDS FROM THE WALL. Then pull the units out by the unplugged cords.

Appendix

Customer service and product warranty

IMPORTANT

Please retain this booklet with your sales receipt as proof of the date of purchase.

Customer Service

If you require assistance in operating this product, please call the TecHelp Information Line on 1300 369 193 or contact VTech by e-mail at: tcpsupport_au@vtech.com.

Voluntary Product Warranty

In addition to your Statutory Rights and subject to the conditions below,

VTech warrants that this product will be free from any defect in materials or workmanship under conditions of normal use for a period of 24 months from date of purchase.

VTech does not warrant that the product will be free from defects if defects are caused by an accident, misuse, abuse, improper installation or operation,

vermin infestations, lack of reasonable care, unauthorised modication, loss

of parts, tampering or attempted repair by a person not authorised by VTech; or where the product has been damaged by lightning or a mains power surge.

To make a claim under this Voluntary Product Warranty you must call the TecHelp Information Line on 1300 369 193 or contact VTech by e-mail at: tcpsupport_au@vtech.com where a Customer Service Representative will inform you of the product return process. You will need to ensure that:

You provide proof of purchase; Your product is suitably packaged (original packaging is not required); and You have included all components from the original purchase.

For your records

Date of purchase: _______________________________

Place of purchase:

_______________________________

Serial number:

_______________________________

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Appendix

Customer Service and Product warranty (continued)

For Voluntary Product Warranty purposes, proof of purchase is required so please keep your receipt.

The benets conferred by this Voluntary Product Warranty are in addition to

other rights and remedies that are available to you under law, which cannot be excluded. The processes for this Voluntary Product Warranty in no way limit your rights which arise as a result of your Statutory Rights.

This Voluntary Product Warranty is given by:

VTech Telecommunications (Australia) Pty Ltd ABN 70 136 672 627 Address: 24 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley 3149

IMPORTANT NOTE: THIS IS NOT A PRODUCT RETURN OR SERVICE ADDRESS – PLEASE CONTACT TECHELP BY PHONE OR EMAIL FOR PRODUCT AND WARRANTY SUPPORT. NO LIABILITY WILL BE ACCEPTED BY VTECH FOR PRODUCTS RETURNED TO THIS ADDRESS UNDER THIS VOLUNTARY PRODUCT WARRANTY.

Phone number: 1300 369 193 Email address: tcpsupport_au@vtech.com

Statutory Rights

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a

major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or

damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a

major failure.

Appendix

Technical specications

Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer

Transmit frequency Baby unit: 2402 - 2478.5 MHz

Parent unit: 2402 -2478.5 MHz

Channels 50

LCD 2.8” Color LCD (QVGA 320x240 pixel)

Nominal effective range Maximum power allowed by FCC and IC. Actual

operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the time of use.

Power requirements Use only adaptor listed below:

Electrical power:

Baby unit: Ten Pao - S006MS0600080

Input: 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 300mA

Output: 6VDC 800mA

Parent unit: Ten Pao - S006MS0600080

Input 100-240VAC 50/60Hz 300mA

Output 6VDC 800mA

Use only battery listed below: Battery Information:

Baby unit: AA Size 1.5V x 4 Alkaline battery

Parent unit: BYD - SCD530-1 3.7V 950mA

Lithium Polymer Rechargeable Battery Pack

Index

Add a baby unit 23 Alert 17, 18, 20 Alert tone 17–18 Audio settings 15

Baby unit battery installation 2–3 Baby unit installation 4 Baby unit lights 10 Battery 29 Battery charging 8 Battery installation 2–3, 5–6 Brightness 22

Charging 8

Deregister a baby unit 24 Display screen messages 28

Important safety instructions iii–iv Installation 2–3, 4, 5–6, 7

Language 24 LCD brightness 22 LCD language 24 Lights 10, 13 Limited warranty 35–36 Low battery tone alert 17 Lullabies 25

Maintenance 34 Maximum temperature 20 Menu 17 Minimum temperature 19 Multi-CAM mode 26

Night vision 25 No link alert 18

Operating range 15, 34 Operation 25, 26–27

Pair a baby unit 23 Pair CAM 23 Parent unit battery 29 Parent unit battery charging 8 Parent unit battery installation 5–6 Parent unit installation 7 Parent unit lights 13 Parent unit overview 11–12 Parent unit screen icons 13–14 Parent unit screen messages 28 Play lullabies 25 Positioning 15 Power off the baby unit 25 Power off the parent unit 25 Power on the baby unit 25 Power on the parent unit 25

Range 15, 34 Register a baby unit 23 Remove a baby unit 24

Safety instructions iii–iv Screen icons 13–14 Screen messages 28 Self-adhesive strap 4, 7 Sensitivity 19 Settings 17–24 Single-CAM mode 26 Sound-activated screen 22 Speaker volume 25, 26

Index

Talk to the baby unit 27 Technical specications 37 Temperature 19–21 Test your video and audio monitor 16 Turn off the baby unit 25 Turn off the parent unit 25 Turn on the baby unit 25 Turn on the parent unit 25 Turn the parent unit screen on or off 27

Unpair a baby unit 24 Unpair CAM 24 Using the menu 17

Volume 25, 26

Warranty 35–36

Zoom 26

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