VTech Safe & Sound VM333 User Manual page 2

View Talk to the baby unit
You can change the screen to view images from You can broadcast messages from the parent
different baby units. unit to any one of the baby units.
To view different baby units while in Single To talk to the baby unit:
Baby unit:
Press and hold TALK when the parent unit is
Press repeatedly to switch to the desired in Single Baby unit or viewing particular baby
baby unit. The switching is in chronological unit in Patrol Mode. Speak towards the MIC
order: Baby unit 1 to Baby unit 4. (microphone) on the parent unit. The TALK light
is on when the voice connection to the baby unit
To view different baby units while in Split
is made. Your voice is broadcast to the baby
Baby unit:
unit. Release the key to stop the broadcast.
Press repeatedly to enlarge and switch
to the desired baby unit. The switching is in
The TALK feature does not work in Split
chronological order: Baby unit 1 to Baby unit 4. Baby unit.
The Split Baby unit mode resumes after
a while.
Night vision
To view different baby units while in Patrol
mode:
To help you monitor your baby even at night,
Press repeatedly to switch to the desired
the baby unit automatically uses the light from
baby unit even if the scanning period on a
its infrared LEDs for transmitting images to the
particular baby unit is not expired. The switching
parent unit when it is turned on in a dark room.
is in chronological order: Baby unit 1 to
However, it only transmits black-and-white
Baby unit 4.
images.
If the switching fails, the screen displays
Failed to connect. Try the switching again.
Set the alert tone
Low battery tone alert
Zoom
You can set whether the parent unit beeps
You can zoom in or out while viewing image
whenever the parent unit operates in low battery
from baby unit in Single Baby unit and
condition.
Patrol mode.
To set the low battery tone alert:
To zoom in or out:
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
SELECT
Press to zoom in. Press , , or to move
not in use.
the zoomed image upward, downward, leftward
2. Press or to choose ALERT TONE, then
or rightward correspondingly. Press again to
/SELECT to select.
press
MENU
zoom out.
3. Press or choose Low Battery Tone.
In Split Baby unit, is not available.
4. Press or to choose On or Off, then press
/SELECT to confirm your selection.
MENU
Frequently asked questions Why does the parent The baby unit also picks
unit react too quickly to up other sounds than
other sounds? those of your baby. Adjust
Below are the questions most frequently asked about
the sensitivity level to a
the baby monitor. If you cannot find the answer to
lower level or adjust the
your question, contact customer service by visiting our
speaker volume on the
website at www.vtechphones.com or
parent unit.
calling 1 (800) 595-9511.
Why don't I hear a You may have set the
sound/Why can't I hear sensitivity level to a very
Why does the baby Try the following (in the
my baby cry? low level. If you do so, the
monitor not respond order listed) for common
baby unit will not detect
normally? sure:
sounds that is too soft or
1. Disconnect the power to
light. You may need to
the baby units and the
adjust the sensitivity level
parent unit.
to a higher level.
2. Remove the batteries
in the parent unit. Then Why does the parent The baby units may be
install the batteries unit beep? out of range. Move the
again. parent unit closer to the
baby units (but not less
3. Wait a few minutes
than 3 feet).
before connecting
power back to the baby
If the parent unit is
units and the parent
powered by the provided
unit.
battery, it may not have
enough charge for the
4. Turn on the baby units
parent unit to perform
and the parent unit.
normally. Charge the
5. Wait for the parent unit
battery in the parent unit
to synchronize with the
for up to 12 hours.
baby units. Allow up to
one minute for this to Why can't I establish a The baby units may be
take place. connection? Why is the out of range. Move the
connection lost every parent unit closer to the
Why don't the power-on Perhaps the rechargeable
now and then? Why are baby units (but not less
light of the baby unit battery of the parent unit
there sound than 3 feet).
and parent unit go on is empty and the parent
interruptions?
when I switch on the unit is not connected
units? to the mains. Insert the Other electronic products
appliance plug into the may cause interference
parent unit and put the with your baby monitor.
adapter in a wall socket.
Try installing your baby
Then press to switch
monitor as far away from
on the parent unit and to
these electronic devices
establish connection with
as possible.
the baby unit.
Perhaps the baby unit
is not connected to the
mains. Connect the baby
unit to the mains. Then
set ON/OFF switch to ON
to switch on the baby unit
and to establish
connection with the
parent unit.
Why does the baby The units may be too
monitor produce a close to each other. Make
high-pitched noise? sure the parent unit and
the baby unit at least 1
metre/3 feet away from
each other.
No link alert
Maximum temperature
You can set whether the parent unit beeps
You can set the desired maximum room
whenever the link between the parent unit and
temperature of the baby unit. The maximum
the baby unit is lost. temperature can be set between 70
and 86 o F (30 o C).
To set the no link alert of the parent unit:
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is To set the maximum temperature of the baby
SELECT
not in use. unit:
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
2. Press or to choose ALERT TONE, then SELECT
not in use.
press /SELECT to select.
MENU
2. Press or to choose TEMPERATURE,
3. Press or to choose No Link Alert.
then press /SELECT to select.
MENU
4. Press or to choose On or Off, then press
/SELECT to confirm your selection. 3. Press or to choose Maximum, then
MENU
press /SELECT to select. .
MENU
Sound Alert 4. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
or all baby units.
When the parent unit volume is turned off
5. Press or to choose the desired
manually, you may turn on the sound alert so
temperature, then press
that the parent unit beeps as soon as the baby MENU
confirm your selection.
unit detects sounds which light up four sound
level indicators on the parent unit.
Temperature alert
To set the sound alert of the baby unit:
You can set whether the parent unit beeps
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
SELECT
whenever the temperature is out of the preset
not in use.
temperature range.
2. Press or to choose ALERT TONE, then
To set the temperature alert of the baby unit:
/SELECT to select.
press
MENU
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
SELECT
to choose Sound Alert.
3. Press or
not in use.
4. Press or to choose On or Off, then press
2. Press or to choose TEMPERATURE,
/SELECT to confirm your selection.
MENU
/SELECT to select.
then press
MENU
3. Press or to choose Alert, then press
Monitor the temperature
SELECT to select.
MENU/
Minimum temperature
4. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
or all baby units.
You can set the desired minimum room
temperature of the baby unit. The minimum 5. Press or to choose On or Off, then press to choose
/SELECT to confirm your selection.
temperature can be set between 52 o F (11 o C) MENU
and 69 o F (20 o C).
Temperature format
To set the minimum temperature of the baby
You can set the temperature scale of the baby
unit:
unit.
Press MENU/
1. when the parent unit is
SELECT
not in use. To change the temperature scale:
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
2. Press or to choose TEMPERATURE, SELECT
not in use.
then press /SELECT to select.
MENU
2. Press or to choose TEMPERATURE,
3. Press or to choose Minimum, then
/SELECT to select.
SELECT to select. then press
press MENU/ MENU
3. Press or to choose Format.
4. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
or all baby units.
4. Press or to choose o F or
/SELECT to confirm your selection.
5. Press or to choose the desired MENU
temperature, then press /SELECT to
MENU
confirm your selection.
compliance could void the user's authority to operate
The RBRC ® seal
the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
®
The RBRC seal on the lithium-ion battery indicates Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
that VTech Communications, Inc. is voluntarily (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
participating in an industry program to collect and and (2) this device must accept any interference
recycle these batteries at the end of their useful lives, received, including interference that may cause
when taken out of service within the United States and undesired operation.
Canada.
To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established
®
The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy
to placing used lithium-ion batteries into the trash or that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander
municipal waste, which may be illegal in your area. according to the intended usage of the product. This
product has been tested and found to comply with the
VTech's participation in RBRC ® makes it easy for
FCC criteria. The baby unit shall be installed and used
you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers
such that parts of all persons' body are maintained at a
participating in the RBRC ® program or at authorized
distance of approximately 8 in (20 cm) or more.
VTech product service centers. Please call
1 (800) 8 BATTERY TM for information on Li-ion
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your requirement:
area. VTech's involvement in this program is part of
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
its commitment to protecting our environment and
conserving natural resources. Industry Canada
RBRC ® is a registered trademark of Rechargeable Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
Battery Recycling Corporation. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The term ''IC:'' before the certification/registration
number only signifies that the Industry Canada
technical specifications were met.
This product meets the applicable Industry Canada
technical specifications.
FCC and IC regulations RF radiation exposure statement
The baby unit complies with FCC RF radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
FCC Part 15 environment. The baby unit should be installed and
operated with a minimum distance of 8 in (20 cm)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
between the baby unit and all persons' body. Use of
with the requirements for a Class B digital device
other accessories may not ensure compliance with
under Part 15 of the Federal Communications
FCC RF exposure guidelines. This transmitter must
Commission (FCC) rules. These requirements are
not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
intended to provide reasonable protection against
other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
also with Industry Canada RSS-102 with respect to
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
Canada's Health Code 6 for Exposure of Humans to
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
RF Fields.
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. 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.
Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
Adjust the sound sensitivity
You can use the parent unit to change the sound
sensitivity level of the baby units from Level 1 to
o F (21 o C)
Level 5. The higher the sound sensitivity level
is set, the more sensitive the baby unit is in
detecting sounds for transmitting to the parent
Vibration
unit.
You may turn on the vibration alert so that the
If you want the baby unit to be very sensitive in
parent unit vibrates as soon as the baby unit
detecting sounds, you may set the sensitivity
detects sounds which light up three sound level
level to Level 5, so that the baby unit will always
indicators on the parent unit.
detect any sounds including background noises
for transmitting to the parent unit. If you want the To change the vibration setting:
baby unit to be less sensitive in detecting sounds, 1. Press MENU/
you may set the sensitivity level to a lower level in use.
(Level 1 to Level 4), so that the baby unit will
2. Press
transmit sounds to the parent unit only when your press
/SELECT to
baby is very noisy or crying loudly.
3. Press
Always on or Off.
To set the sound sensitivity level of the baby
unit: • On if speaker is off - The parent unit
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is vibrates once whenever the baby units
SELECT
detect sounds which light up three sound
not in use.
level indicators while the speaker of the
2. Press or to choose SENSITIVITY, then
parent unit is turned off.
press /SELECT to select.
MENU
• Always on - The parent unit vibrates once
3. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
whenever the baby units detect sounds
or all baby units.
which light up three sound level indicators.
4. Press or to choose the desired
• Off - The parent unit will not vibrate even if
sensitivity level, then press /SELECT to
MENU
the baby units detect sounds.
confirm your selection.
4. Press
selection.
Sound Activation
When the parent unit screen is turned off
manually, you can set the screen to be turned
on automatically whenever there are sounds
detected from the baby units. The parent unit
screen will turn off automatically when no
sounds are detected from the baby units within
Pair and unpair the baby unit
50 seconds.
Pair new baby unit
To turn the sound activation on or off:
The baby units and parent unit provided are
1. Press MENU/ when the parent unit is
SELECT
not in use. already paired. You can add or replace baby
units (VM303, purchased separately) to your
2. Press or to choose
SOUND ACTIVATION. baby monitor system.
3. Press or to choose On or Off.
You can pair a maximum of four baby units to
your parent unit.
o C, then press
paired to the parent unit before use.
Make sure you power on the baby unit and the
parent unit before pairing.
6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for
Limited warranty
repair from outside the United States of America
or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional
purposes (including but not limited to Products used
What does this limited warranty cover?
for rental purposes); or
The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants to
7. Product returned without a valid proof of purchase
the holder of a valid proof of purchase ("Consumer" or
(see item 2 on the next page); or
"you") that the Product and all accessories provided
8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of
in the sales package ("Product") are free from
customer controls, and installation or repair of
defects in material and workmanship, pursuant to the
systems outside the unit.
following terms and conditions, when installed and
used normally and in accordance with the Product
How do you get warranty service?
operating instructions. This limited warranty extends
NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the
only to the Consumer for Products purchased and
user's manual - a check of the Product's controls and
used in the United States of America and Canada.
features may save you a service call.
What will VTech do if the Product is not free from
Except as provided by applicable law, you assume the
defects in materials and workmanship during
risk of loss or damage during transit and transportation
the limited warranty period ("Materially Defective
and are responsible for delivery or handling charges
Product")?
incurred in the transport of the Product(s) to the
service location. VTech will return repaired or replaced
During the limited warranty period, VTech's authorized
Product under this limited warranty. Transportation,
service representative will repair or replace at
delivery or handling charges are prepaid. VTech
VTech's option, without charge, a Materially Defective
Product. If we repair the Product, we may use new assumes no risk for damage or loss of the Product
or refurbished replacement parts. If we choose to in transit. If the Product failure is not covered by this
replace the Product, we may replace it with a new or limited warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet
refurbished Product of the same or similar design. the terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you
We will retain defective parts, modules, or equipment. and will request that you authorize the cost of repair
Repair or replacement of the Product, at VTech's prior to any further repair activity. You must pay for the
option, is your exclusive remedy. VTech will return the cost of repair and return shipping costs for the repair of
repaired or replacement Products to you in working Products that are not covered by this limited warranty.
condition. You should expect the repair or replacement
What must you return with the Product to get
to take approximately 30 days.
warranty service?
How long is the limited warranty period?
1. Return the entire original package and contents
The limited warranty period for the Product extends including the Product to the VTech service location
for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If VTech along with a description of the malfunction or
repairs or replaces a Materially Defective Product difficulty; and
under the terms of this limited warranty, this limited
2. Include a "valid proof of purchase" (sales receipt)
warranty also applies to the repaired or replacement
identifying the Product purchased (Product model)
Product for a period of either (a) 90 days from the date
and the date of purchase or receipt; and
the repaired or replacement Product is shipped to
3. Provide your name, complete and correct mailing
you or (b) the time remaining on the original one-year
address, and telephone number.
warranty; whichever is longer.
Other limitations
What is not covered by this limited warranty?
This warranty is the complete and exclusive agreement
This limited warranty does not cover:
between you and VTech. It supersedes all other
1. Product that has been subjected to misuse, written or oral communications related to this Product.
accident, shipping or other physical damage, VTech provides no other warranties for this Product.
improper installation, abnormal operation or The warranty exclusively describes all of VTech's
handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other responsibilities regarding the Product. There are no
liquid intrusion; or other express warranties. No one is authorized to make
modifications to this limited warranty and you should not
2. Product that has been damaged due to repair,
rely on any such modification.
alteration or modification by anyone other than an
authorized service representative of VTech; or State/Provincial Law Rights: This warranty gives you
specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,
3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced
which vary from state to state or province to province.
is caused by signal conditions, network reliability, or
cable or antenna systems; or
Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of
4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused by fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability (an
use with non-VTech accessories; or unwritten warranty that the Product is fit for ordinary
use) are limited to one year from the date of purchase.
5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product
Some states/provinces do not allow limitations on how
serial number plates or electronic serial numbers
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation
have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or
may not apply to you. In no event shall VTech be liable
To pair a baby unit:
If you set the sensitivity level to Level 5, the
baby unit will be very sensitive and detect
1. On the idle parent unit, press MENU/
any sounds including background noises.
2. Press or to choose PAIR/UNPAIR, then
These background noises may disrupt the
/SELECT to select.
silence and prevent the sound activation press
MENU
feature to work properly.
3. Press or to choose Pair Baby unit, then
press /SELECT to select. .
MENU
4. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
slot, then press /SELECT.
MENU
5. Make sure the new baby unit is turned on.
On the new baby unit, immediately press
and hold PAIR when the parent unit screen
displays Press and hold PAIR on Baby Unit
to start Pairing. Parent unit screen displays
Pairing...Please Wait... and emits beep
when the parent unit is not
SELECT
sound every two seconds. The LED light on
the new baby unit flashes quickly.
or to choose VIBRATION, then
/SELECT to select. 6. When pairing is successful, the screen
MENU
displays Pairing completed. You hear a
or to choose On if speaker is off,
confirmation tone. The LED light on the new The LED light on the new The LED light on the new
baby unit turns green. The parent unit returns
to the previous menu.
• If pairing fails, the screen displays Pairing
failed. Try the pairing process again.
• During registration, you may press
cancel the registration when parent unit
screen displays Pairing... Please Wait....
• Only one baby unit can be paired at a time.
Unpair baby unit
Make sure you power on the baby unit and the
/SELECT to confirm your
MENU
parent unit before unpairing the baby unit.
To unpair a baby unit:
If you set the sensitivity level to Level 5, the
On the idle parent unit, press MENU/
1.
baby unit will be very sensitive and detect
any sounds including background noises. 2. Press or to choose PAIR/UNPAIR, then
These background noises may disrupt the press /SELECT to select. .
MENU
silence and prevent the vibration feature to
3. Press or to choose Unpair Baby unit,
work properly.
then press /SELECT to select.
MENU
4. Press or to choose a desired baby unit
or all baby units, then press /SELECT.
MENU
5. When the screen displays Confirm to
unpair?, press /SELECT.
MENU
6. When unpairing is successful, the screen
displays Unpairing completed. The LED
light on the selected baby unit flashes slowly.
Then, the parent unit returns to the previous
menu. .
Each new baby unit must be
for any indirect, special, incidental, consequential,
or similar damages (including, but not limited to lost
profits or revenue, inability to use the Product or other
associated equipment, the cost of substitute equipment,
and claims by third parties) resulting from the use of
this Product. Some states/provinces do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not
apply to you.
Please retain your original sales receipt as proof of
purchase.
Energy-saving charging
.
SELECT
mode
Follow the instructions to install and charge the
battery. The energy-saving charging mode is activated
while charging.
Even if the parent unit is paired to baby units, the
energy-saving charging mode is activated while it is
powered off and charging.
General product care
To keep this product working well and looking good,
follow these guidelines:
• Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices
that generate electrical noise (for example, motors or
fluorescent lamps).
• DO NOT expose it to direct sunlight or moisture.
• Avoid dropping the product or treating it roughly.
• Clean with a soft cloth.
• DO NOT immerse the parent unit and the baby unit
in water and do not clean them under the tap.
• DO NOT use cleaning spray or liquid cleaners.
to
• Make sure the baby unit and parent unit are dry
before you connect them to the mains again.
Storage
When you are not going to use the baby monitor for
some time, remove the rechargeable battery from the
parent unit. Store the parent unit, the baby unit and
the adapters in a cool and dry place.
SELECT .
Technical specifications
Frequency Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
control
Transmit Baby unit: 2409.75 - 2473.875 MHz
frequency Parent unit: 2409.75 -2473.875 MHz
Channels 24
LCD 2.8" Color LCD
(QVGA 320x240 pixel)
Nominal Maximum power allowed by FCC
effective range and IC. Actual operating range may
vary according to environmental
conditions at the time of use.
Power Parent unit: 3.7V Li-polymer battery
requirements
Baby unit power adapter:
Input: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz
Output: 6V DC @ 1A
Parent unit power adapter:
Input: 100-120V AC 50/60Hz
Output: 6V DC @ 800mA
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