Alcatel BABY LINK 150 - Baby Monitor User's Guide

PACKAGE CONTENT

Before you can use the baby monitor, we recommend that you insert and fully charge the battery in the parent unit. Please read the Safety Instructions before you install the units.

1. 1 x Parent unit
2. 1 x Baby unit
3. 2 x AAA rechargeable Ni-MH 1.2V/400mAh battery for the Parent unit
4. 1 x Power adapter for the Parent unit
5. 1 x Power adapter for the Baby unit

Overview of your Parent unit

(Fig.1)

1. Sound Level LED
   3 GREEN and 2 RED LEDs turn on and off in real time to indicate the noise level in baby's room.
   When audio is being picked up by microphone of baby unit, the LEDs light up to indicate audio level with reference to the sensitivity setting. The more LEDs light up, the stronger the sound is. No LED lights up means the sound level in baby's room does not exceed the thresholds set through the parent unit.
   The LEDs are also used for indicating the speaker volume setting on parent unit. The louder you set the speaker volume, the more LEDs light up.
2. LCD Display
3. Link Indicator
   On when the parent unit is powered on and linked to the baby unit.
   Flashes when the parent unit is out of range from baby unit.
   Off when the parent unit is powered off.
4. 
   On steadily when in charging mode.
   Flashes when low battery is detected.
   NOTE: Off even if connected with power adapter but without battery pack installed.
5. 
   In menu mode: Press to cancel settings and back to the previous level.
6. 
   In idle mode: Press to increase the speaker volume.
   In menu mode: Press to view the previous menu item.
   
7. 
   In idle mode: Press to access the main menu.
   In menu mode: Press to access the sub-menu, or confirm the settings.
8. 
   In idle mode: Press to decrease the speaker volume. In menu mode: Press to view the next menu item.
9. 
   In idle or menu mode: Press and hold to power on/off the parent unit.
10. 
    In idle or menu mode: Press and hold to talk back with baby unit. Release to quit the talk mode.

Parent Unit LCD Display

(Fig.2)

Icons	Behaviors Description
	Indicates the strength of signal between the communication of parent unit and baby unit. The more bars it shows, the stronger the signal is.
	Flashes when no link.
	On when night light is enabled. Off when night light is disabled.
	On when lullaby is playing.
	On when the speaker volume is turned off. Off when the speaker volume is turned on.
	On when sound alert is enabled. Flashes when sound alert is triggered.
	Battery empty, needs to be charged.
	1/3 battery level.
	2/3 battery level.
	Full battery level.
		Animation in cycle. Battery is in charging.

Overview of your Baby unit

(Fig.3)

1. 
   On when the parent unit is switched on.
   Off when the parent unit is switched off.
2. 
   Press to turn on/off the nightlight.
3. 
   Press to play the lullaby.
   Press again to stop playing.
4. 
   Press to increase the speaker volume.
5. 
   
   Press to decrease the speaker volume. Press and hold to reset settings to default.
6. 
   Press to select the lullaby and start playing the selected lullaby.
   During lullaby playing, press to select and play the other lullabies.
7. 
   Press and hold to power on/off the baby unit.

Important guidelines for installing our Baby Monitor

• To use your baby unit and parent unit together, you must be able to establish a radio link between them, and the range will be affected by environmental conditions.
• Any large metal object, like a refrigerator, a mirror, a filing cabinet, a metallic doors or reinforced concrete, between the baby and parent unit may block the radio signal.
• The signal strength may also be reduced by other solid structures, like walls, or by radio or electrical equipment, such as TVs, computers, cordless or mobile phones, fluorescent lights or dimmer switches.
• If the signal is poor, try moving the parent and/or the baby unit to different positions in the rooms.

GETTING STARTED

Baby unit and Parent unit power supply

Baby Unit

(Fig.4a)

Parent Unit

(Fig.4b)

1. Insert the power adapter into the side of the baby unit + parent unit.
2. Connect the other end of the power adapter to the mains socket.

NOTE:

• The parent unit comes with rechargeable batteries. Charge the parent unit before you use it for the first time or when the parent unit indicates that the battery is low.
• Only use the provided power adapter.

USING YOUR BABY MONITOR

Please read these instructions carefully, and be reminded that this baby monitor is just intended as an aid. It is not a substitute for responsible, correct parental supervision.

Power on/off the parent unit

1. Provided the parent unit is off, press and hold until the Link Indicator is on. The parent unit is now powered on and the parent unit will search for and link itself to the baby unit.
2. Provided the parent unit is on, press and hold until the Link Indicator is off. The parent unit is now powered off.

Power on/off the baby unit

1. Provided the baby unit is off, press and hold until the Power Indicator is on. The baby unit is now powered on.
2. Provided the baby unit is on, press and hold until the Power Indicator is off. The baby unit is now powered off.

NOTE: If you place the parent and baby units too close together, you will hear a high pitched noise, this is normal. The units are designed to be located at a distance from one another, e.g. in separate rooms.

Adjust speaker volume

There are 5 volume levels on the baby unit, and 6 levels on the parent unit, including VOLUME OFF.

1. Press or on the parent unit or or on baby unit to access the current volume level.
2. Press to increase or to decrease the volume of the parent unit or baby unit respectively.
   VOLUME OFF will be displayed if the volume is turn off on parent unit.

Changing the volume setting on the baby unit affects the volume when you use the Talk Back feature and when playing a lullaby.

Talk Back

You can use the Talk Back feature to comfort and reassure your baby.
Whilst using Talk Back you will not be able to hear your baby until you release the button.

1. Press and hold on the Parent unit to speak to baby. The display on the Parent unit shows Talk.
2. Release to hear your baby again.

Adjust talk back volume

The baby unit has 5 volume levels from Level 1 to Level 5.
During Talk Back, press or on the baby unit to increase or decrease the volume respectively.

NOTE: If lullaby is playing before talkback starts, the lullaby playback will be paused. After finished talking back, it will play the lullaby from the beginning again.

Temperature

The baby unit constantly monitors the temperature in your baby's room and alerts you if it gets too hot (higher than 30°C) with text display "HI TEMP" or too cold (lower than 10°C) with "LOW TEMP". The temperature is displayed clearly on the parent unit in idle screen. However, it is just for reference only. There may be slight tolerance of the degree accuracy comparing with the actual temperature. Therefore, please pay more attention on the actual temperature in your baby's room.

PARENT UNIT SETTINGS

Set the language

1. Press to access main menu.
2. Press and or to select your desired language.
3. Press to confirm.

Sound alert

If the sound alert is set on, the parent unit will emit sound alert when the noise level from the baby unit reaches a certain sensitivity level while the speaker volume of parent unit is switched off.

1. Press to access main menu.
2. Press or to select SOUND ALERT.
3. Press to turn on or off the sound alert.
4. Press to confirm

Set the nightlight

The nightlight feature is for locating purpose.

1. Press to access main menu.
2. Press or to select NIGHTLIGHT.
3. Press to turn on or off the nightlight.
4. Press to confirm.

Reset

You can restore all the adjustable settings back to their original factory settings.

1. Press to access main menu.
2. Press or to select RESET.
3. Press and display will show CONFIRM?.
4. Press to confirm. The unit will back to idle automatically.

CLEANING

Clean Baby Link 150 with a slightly damp cloth or with an anti-static cloth. Never use cleaning agents or abrasive solvents.

Cleaning and care

• Do not clean any part of the product with thinners or other solvents and chemicals – this may cause permanent damage to the product which is not covered by the warranty.
• Keep your Baby Link 150 away from hot, humid areas or strong sunlight, and don't let it get wet.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Link light on the parent unit does not come on

• Check whether the parent unit is powered on.
• Check whether the supplied rechargeable batteries are correctly installed and that they are not drained.
• Recharge the parent unit by connecting it to the power supply.

Link light on the parent unit flashes

• The parent unit and the baby unit may be out of range with each other. Reduce the distance between the units, but not closer than 1.5 metre.
• The baby unit may be switched off. Press and hold key to switch on the baby unit.

Low battery light on the parent unit flashes

• Rechargeable batteries in the parent unit are running low. Connect the parent unit to the mains power with the supplied power adaptor for recharging.

The parent unit beeps

• Lost connection with the baby unit. Reduce the distance between the parent unit and the baby unit, but not closer than 1.5 metre.
• The baby unit may be switched off. Press and hold key to switch on the baby unit.
• Rechargeable batteries in parent unit are running low. Connect the parent unit to the mains power with the supplied power adaptor for recharging.

Cannot hear sound or baby cry from the parent unit

• The volume level in the parent unit may be set too low, increase the volume level of the parent unit. Refer to "Adjust speaker volume" section for volume level settings.
• The parent unit and the baby unit may be out of range with each other. Reduce the distance between the units, but not closer than 1.5 metre.

The baby monitor system produces a high-pitched noise

• The parent unit and the baby unit are too close to each other. Make sure the parent unit and baby unit are at least 1.5 metre away from each other.
• The speaker volume of the parent unit maybe set too high. Decrease the volume of the parent unit.

Rechargeable batteries in the parent unit are running low quickly

• The volume level of the parent unit may be set too high which consumes power. Decrease the volume level of the parent unit. Refer to "Adjust speaker volume" section for volume level settings.

Talk back feature is not working

Check that the volume is loud enough at the baby unit, refer to "Adjust speaker volume" section.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

* Values may vary according to environment.
** Assume 1/4 time with Audio and 3/4 time in sleep mode.
# Depending on initial battery charge.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

STRANGULATION HAZARD – Keep the adapter cord out of baby's reach.
NEVER place the baby monitor or its cord within the cot.
Secure the cord some distance away from baby's reach.
Never use extension cords with AC Adapters. Only use the AC Adapters provided.

This baby monitor is compliant with all relevant standards regarding electromagnetic fields and is, when handled as described in the User's Guide, safe to use. Therefore, always read the instructions in this User's Guide carefully before using the device.

• Place the baby monitor on a flat surface, such as a dresser, bureau, or shelf.
• Secure the cord to the wall to keep cord away from the baby's reach.
• Adult assembly is required. Keep small parts away from children when assembling.
• This product is not a toy. Don't allow children to play with it.
• This baby monitor is not a substitute for responsible adult supervision.
• Keep this User's Guide for future reference.
• Do not cover the baby monitor with a towel or blanket.
• Do not use the baby monitor near water.
• Do not install the baby monitor near a heat source.
• Only use the chargers and power adapters provided. Do not use other chargers or power adapters as this may damage the device and battery pack.
• Only insert battery pack of the same type.
• Do not touch the plug contacts with sharp or metal objects.

Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Use only rechargeable batteries with rating: AAA size 1.2V/400mAh Ni-MH battery.

Do not open the device or its AC adapter in order not to constitute a risk of electric shock.
Your Baby Monitor must be installed in a dry place, away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. To avoid radio interference, keep your baby-monitoring at least 1 meter from any electrical appliance.

Documents / Resources

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