VTech VM301 User Manual

User’s manual

Accessory baby unit
for use with VTech models
VM321/VM321-2

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Model: VM301

Congratulations

on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this product, please
read Important safety instructions on page 14 of this manual.

This manual has instructions on how to set up and pair your new baby unit.
For complete instructions on using the baby unit, see the user’s manual that
came with your video and audio monitor.

If you cannot find the user’s manual, you can view or download it at
www.vtechphones.com. In Canada, visit www.vtechcanada.com.

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Table of contents

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

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

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

Baby unit installation ............................................................ 3

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

Tabletop to wall mount installation .................................. 4

Baby unit overview ............................................................. 10

Baby unit lights ....................................................................11

Add and pair a baby unit ..................................................... 12

Unpair a baby unit .............................................................. 13

Appendix ........................................................................... 14

Important safety instructions ............................................... 14

Cautions ....................................................................... 15

Precautions for users of

implanted cardiac pacemakers ................................... 15

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) ....................................... 15

Operating range .................................................................. 16

Maintenance ....................................................................... 16

FCC and IC regulations ...................................................... 17

FCC Part 15 .................................................................. 17

Industry Canada ........................................................... 17

RF radiation exposure statement ................................. 17

For cETL compliance only ................................................. 18

Limited warranty ................................................................. 21

Technical specifications ..................................................... 23

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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.

Baby unit Baby unit

Screws (2) * Wall anchors (2) *

User’s manual

User’s manual * Important

* indicates replacements are available. For more information, visit our website at
www.vtechphones.com or call 1 [phone]. In Canada, go to
www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 [phone].

Baby unit battery
compartment cover *

Important

information

information *

power adapter *

Wall mount *

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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.

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

Make sure the ribbon attached inside the battery compartment is put under
the batteries and the excess ribbon is tucked in properly. Then replace the
battery compartment cover.

Gently pull the ribbon
and lift up to remove
the batteries

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

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zinc) batteries.

The operating time for using AA batteries is short, only for a few hours. If you

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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

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battery to prevent possible leakage.

You can use rechargeable AA batteries for the baby unit, but the baby unit

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cannot charge rechargeable batteries.

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Getting started

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.

Power outlet not
controlled by a
wall switch

Raise the antenna
for better reception.

Baby unit
power adapter

Self-adhesive strap

Baby unit

Use only the baby unit power adapter supplied with this product. To order a

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replacement, visit our website at www.vtechphones.com or call
1 [phone]. In Canada, go to www.vtechcanada.com or call
1 [phone].

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

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or floor 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 unit and the power adapter cord are out of reach

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of children.

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Getting started

Baby unit installation options

The baby unit is ready for tabletop use. Use the provided wall mount if you
want to mount it on a wall. Make sure to test the reception and the baby unit
position before completing the wall mounting installation.

Tabletop to wall mount installation
Option 1: Use this method to fix the wall mount securely on the wall.

Place the wall mount on a wall and then use a pencil to mark the top two

1.
holes as shown. Then remove the wall mount and drill two holes in the wall
(7/32” drill bit). Check for reception strength and camera angle before drilling
the holes.

If you drill the holes into a stud, go to step 3.

2.

-OR-

If you drill the holes into an object other than a stud, insert the wall
anchors into the holes and tap gently on the ends with a hammer until the
wall anchors are flush with the wall.

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Getting started

Baby unit installation options (continued)

Align the wall mount and screws with the holes in the wall as shown. Make

3.
sure to attach the screw in the middle hole first so that the wall mount
position is fixed. Then attach the other screw in the top hole.

Place the baby unit on the wall mount and tighten the screw into the

4.
threaded socket at the bottom to secure the baby unit.

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Getting started

Baby unit installation options (continued)

Bundle the power cord neatly with the self-adhesive strap. Make sure to

5.
keep the power adapter cord away from children’s reach.

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