Note
• This baby monitor is intended as an aid. It is not a substitute for proper adult supervision, and should
not be used as such.
Test your baby monitor
You may test the baby monitor before initial use, and at regular times thereafter.
Caution
• For hearing protection, make sure the parent
unit is more than 1 metre away from the baby
unit. If you hear any high-pitched noise, move
the parent unit further until the noise stops.
You can also press VOL on the parent unit to reduce
the noise.
1. Make sure your baby unit and parent unit are on.
2. The parent unit displays images from the baby
unit.
• Speak towards the microphone of the baby unit. You will hear the sound at the parent
unit.
Note
• When the parent unit displays No link to Camera, and the POWER LED light flashes, move the
parent unit closer to the baby units (observe the minimum distance of 1 metre).
Tip
• Increase the speaker volume of the parent unit if you cannot hear the sounds transmitted from the
baby units.
Positioning the baby monitor
Caution
• Keep the baby unit out of the reach of your baby.
Never place or mount the baby unit inside the baby’s
cot or playpen.
Note
• To avoid interference from other electronic devices,
place your baby monitor away from devices such
as wireless routers, microwaves, cell phones and
computers.
1. Place the baby units more than 1 metre away
from your baby.
2. Adjust the angle of the baby unit camera to aim
at your baby.
• The rechargeable battery is pre-installed in your parent unit.
• Use only the power adaptors supplied with this product.
• Make sure the baby monitor is not connected to a switch controlled electric outlet.
• Connect the power adaptors in a vertical or floor mount position only. The adaptors’ prongs are not
designed to hold the weight of baby monitor, so do not connect them to any ceiling, under-the-
table, or cabinet outlets. Otherwise, the adaptors may not properly connect to the outlets.
• Make sure the parent unit, the baby unit and the power adapt\er cords are out of reach of children.
Connect the baby monitor
Charge the parent unit battery
When you have connected and turned on the parent unit, the battery will be charged
automatically. The battery icon indicates the battery status (see the following table).
Notes
• The parent unit battery is fully charged after 11 hours of continuous charging.
• 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.
• The standby time varies depending on the volume level you set and your actual use.
Battery indicators Battery status Action
The screen displays Battery
low at Parent Unit. The
or light flashes.
The battery has very little
charge and may be used
for only a short time.
Charge
without interruption
(about 30 minutes).
The battery icon becomes
solid .
The battery is fully
charged.
To keep the battery charged,
connect it to AC power when
not in use.
User’s manual
BM2800
Video Monitor
For product support please call:
1300 369 193
Congratulations
on purchasing your new VTech product. Before using this product, please read Important safety
instructions.
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..
Screen off timer
You can set the screen off time for the parent unit when there is no key press for a specific time interval.
When the screen is turned off, you can still hear sound from the baby unit.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press or to open the submenu.
3. Press or to choose the desired time period to automatically turn off screen
( / - 5 min./ - 30 min. / - 60min.), then press to confirm your selection.
Adjust the sound sensitivity of the baby unit
You can choose to hear sounds from the baby unit all the time, or to hear sounds that exceed
a certain level. You can use the parent unit to adjust the microphone sensitivity of your baby
unit. The higher the sensitivity level, the more sensitive the baby unit is in detecting sounds for
transmitting to the parent unit. The VOX sensitivity level is preset to the highest level (Level 5).
VOX
Sensitivity
level
Level 5 Level 4 Level 3 Level 2 Level 1
Sensitivity
Highest VOX
sensitivity level
High VOX
sensitivity level
Medium VOX
sensitivity level
Low VOX
sensitivity level
Lowest VOX
sensitivity level
Description
The parent
unit speaker is
constantly on,
and you will
hear all sounds
(including
background
noises) from
your baby’s
room.
The parent
unit speaker
turns on for
soft babbling
and louder
sounds from
your baby. It
remains quiet
when your
baby sleeps
soundly.
The parent
unit speaker
turns on for
loud babbling
and louder
sounds from
your baby. It
remains quiet
when your
baby makes
soft sounds.
The parent unit
speaker turns
on for crying
and louder
sounds from
your baby. It
remains quiet
when your
baby makes
soft sounds.
The parent
unit speaker
turns on for
loud crying
or screeching
sounds from
your baby. It
remains quiet
when your
baby makes
soft sounds.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press or to open the submenu.
3. Press or to choose the desired sensitivity level, then press to confirm your selection.
Note
• As long as the Sound-activated screen setting is ON, the screen will turn on automatically when VOX
sensitivity is triggered.
Tip
• If you want to use a sound machine or white noise machine for natural white noise while using this baby
monitor to check on your baby, you can:
- Lower the volume of your sound machine or white noise machine; or
- Lower the sensitivity level of your baby monitor to medium (level 3) or below. Default level is the highest level.
Turn on or off the sound activation
When sound activation is on, as long as no sound is detected within 50 seconds, the parent unit
screen will turn off automatically to save power.
When your baby unit detects a sound, which exceeds the selected sensitivity level, the sound
activation triggers the parent unit screen to turn on automatically. When no sound is detected
within 50 seconds, the screen will be off again.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press or to open the submenu.
3. Press or to choose or , then press to confirm your selection.
Note
• If the sound sensitivity is set to the highest level, the parent unit screen may remain on continuously
even though sound activation is on. This depends on whether the baby unit detects any sounds.
Zoom
You can zoom in while viewing images from the baby unit.
• Press to zoom in. Press again to zoom out
• Press , , or to move the zoomed image downward, upward, leftward or rightward.
Talk
You can use the TALK function of the parent unit to comfort your baby.
Press and hold TALK on the parent unit.
1. Speak towards the microphone on the parent unit. Your voice is broadcast to the baby unit.
2. Release the TALK key to stop the broadcast.
Monitor the temperature
Your baby unit monitors the temperature of your baby’s room with its built-in temperature
sensor. If the detected temperature is out of the preset temperature range, the parent unit
will display an alert message.
Set temperature range
You can set the desired minimum and maximum room temperature alert ranges.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press .
3. Press or to choose , then press .
4. Press or to choose or , then press .
5. Press or to choose the desired minimum or maximum temperature, then press to
confirm your selection.
Temperature alert tone
You can turn on the temperature alert tone so that the parent unit will emit an alert tone if the
detected temperature is out of range.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press .
3. Press or to choose , then press .
4. Press or to choose or , then press to confirm your selection.
Temperature format
You can choose to display the temperature in Fahrenheit (
o
F) or Celsius (
o
C).
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press .
3. Press or to choose , then press .
4. Press or to choose or , then press to confirm your selection.
Connect and charge the battery
What’s in the box
Before use
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Using the baby monitor (Con’t)
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
© 2020 VTech Telecommunications Ltd.
All rights reserved. 05/20. BM2800_AU_CIB_V2
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> 1 metre
>
1 meter
>
Frequency control Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
Transmit frequency Baby unit: 2407.5 - 2475 MHz
Parent unit: 2407.5 - 2475 MHz
Channels 21
LCD 2.4” Color LCD
(QVGA 320x240 pixel)
Nominal effective range Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions at the
time of use.
Power requirements Parent unit: 3.6V Ni-MH battery
Baby unit power adaptor: Output: 6V DC @ 400mA
Parent unit power adaptor: Output: 6V DC @ 400mA
Technical specifications
Disposal of batteries and product
The crossed-out wheelie bin symbols on products and batteries, or on their respective packaging,
indicates they must not be disposed of in domestic waste as they contain substances that can be
damaging to the environment and human health.
The chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb, where marked, indicate that the battery contains more
than the specified value of mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pn) set out in Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC).
The solid bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after 13th August, 2005.
Help protect the en
When using your equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock and injury, including the following:
1. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
2. Adult setup is required.
3. 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.
4. This product is not intended for use as a medical monitor.
5. 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.
6. CAUTION: Use only the batteries provided. There may be a risk of explosion if a wrong type of battery is used for
the parent unit. Do not dispose of batteries in a fire. They may explode.
7. Use only the adapters included with this product. Incorrect adapter polarity or voltage can seriously damage the
product.
Baby unit power adapter: Output: 6V DC 400mA Parent unit power adapter: Output: 6V DC 400mA.
8. The power adapters are intended to be correctly oriented in a vertical 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.
9. For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
10. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
11. Unplug the power cords before replacing batteries.
12. Do not cut off the power adapters to replace them with other plugs, as this causes a hazardous situation.
13. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cords. Do not install this product where the cords may be walked on
or crimped.
14. 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.
15. Do not overload wall outlets or use an extension cord.
16. Do not place this product on an unstable table, shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces.
17. 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.
18. 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.
19. 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 specified access doors may expose you to dangerous
voltages or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause electric shock when the product is subsequently used.
20. You should test the sound reception every time you turn on the units or move one of the components.
21. Periodically examine all components for damage.
22. Be aware of possible loss of privacy while using public airwaves. Conversations may be picked up by other
nursery monitors, cordless phones, scanners, etc.
23. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the product.
24. 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
1. Use and store the product at a temperature between 0
o
C and 40
o
C.
2. Do not expose the product to extreme cold, heat or direct sunlight. Do not put the product close to a heating
source.
3. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as bright sunshine or fire.
4. Warning—Strangulation Hazard—Children have STRANGLED in cords. Keep this cord out of the reach of
children (more than 1 metre away).
5. Never place the baby unit inside the baby’s cot or playpen. Never cover the baby unit or parent unit with anything
such as a towel or a blanket.
6. Other electronic products may cause interference with your baby monitor. Try installing your baby 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.
Important safety instructions
Power on or off the baby unit
• Slide the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on the baby unit. The POWER LED light turns on.
• Slide the ON/OFF switch to OFF to turn off the baby unit. The POWER LED light turns off.
Power on or off the parent unit
• Slide the ON/OFF switch to ON to turn on the parent unit. The screen and the POWER LED
light turns on.
• Slide the ON/OFF switch to OFF to turn off the parent unit. The screen and the POWER
LED light turns off.
Adjust parent unit speaker volume
• Press VOL /VOL on the parent unit to adjust the speaker volume.
Adjust 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.
1. Press when the parent unit is idle.
2. Press or to choose , then press .
3. Press or to choose the desired level of brightness, then press to confirm your selection.
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Using the baby monitor
Before use (Con’t)
3. Place the parent unit more than 1 metre
away from the baby units.
Caution
• The default volume of your parent unit is level
3, and the maximum volume is level 5. If you
experience high-pitched screeching noise from
your baby monitor while positioning:
- Make sure your baby units and parent unit are
more than 1 metre apart, OR
- Turn down the volume of your parent unit.
Operating range
The operating range of the baby monitor is up to 1000 feet (300 metres) outdoors or 160 feet
(50 metres) indoors. The actual operating range may vary depending on the environmental
conditions and other interferences such as walls, doors and other obstructions.
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