Angelcare Canada AC601R 900MHz Superheterodyne Receiver User Manual Layout 1

Angelcare Monitors Inc. 900MHz Superheterodyne Receiver Layout 1

Users Manual

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2This product is designed to aid in the monitoring ofyour child. When using the monitor, you must still pro-vide the supervision necessary for the continued safe-ty of your child. Always be sure that both the transmit-ter and receiver are working properly and are withinrange of each other.• STRANGULATION HAZARD. Keep the adapter cordsout of the reach of children. Do not use with extensioncords. • DO NOT place the Nursery Unit or its cord within yourchild’s reach. Do not put the Nursery Unit inside a cribor playard. • Use ONLY with 110-120 volt AC electrical outlets.• Protect the AC adapter cords. Place them so they arenot walked on or pinched by furniture or other items. • Allow for proper ventilation when units are in use. Donot cover the Nursery Unit or Parent Unit with anyobject such as a blanket. Do not place it in a drawer orin any location which would muffle the sound or inter-fere with the normal flow of air.The sensor pad is made of plastic and does not permitthe air to circulate. Therefore, mildew build up coulddevelop underneath the mattress in the sensor padarea. We suggest rotating the mattress regularly toprevent any mildew.• DO NOT immerse any part of the Nursery Unit orParent Unit in water. Clean only with a dry cloth. • DO NOT place unit near water and moisture. Do notuse the Nursery Unit outdoors. Do not use the NurseryUnit near possible wet areas, such as a bathtub, show-er, wash basin, sink, laundry tub, swimming pool, wetbasement, etc. • Keep Nursery Unit away from heat sources, such asfireplaces, radiators, stoves, and TVs or other appli-ances. Heat can damage the case or electrical parts. WARNING: This product is not a toy.• Do not use the Nursery Unit if: • The adapter cords or plugs have been damaged.• The unit has been exposed to liquids. • Unit has been dropped or is damaged. • DO NOT OPEN THE NURSERY UNIT, PARENT UNITOR ADAPTERS. No user-serviceable parts inside. Risk of electricalshock, fire or death.• The antenna used for this transmitter must beinstalled to provide a separation distance of at least 20cm (7.9”) from all persons and must not be co-locatedor operating in conjunction with any other antenna ortransmitter.DO NOT use these adapters with any other equipment.Use only with the provided adapters.• When unplugging the AC adapter from the nurseryunit, be sure it is switched to the off position. If it isn’t,the unit will revert to battery mode if batteries areinstalled.• Always place both the Nursery Unit and Parents’ Uniton a flat surface in an upright position and allow forproper ventilation. • Avoid damage to the Sensor Pad cord and to theadapter cords. Route cords so that they are not likely tobe walked on or pinched by items placed on or againstthem.• Route sensor pad cord only below crib mattress andout of reach of children.• Use ONLY AAA (LR03) batteries (included) and/or theAC adapters provided for the Parents’ Units.• During long periods of non-use remove all batteriesfrom their compartments and unplug the AC adapters.• This monitor uses public airwaves to transmit sig-nals. The Parents’ Unit may pick up signals or interfer-ence from other nursery monitors in your area. Yourmonitor may even be picked up by other households.To protect your privacy, make sure both units areturned off when not in use. If you experienceinterference, change the channel on both units.Failure to follow these warnings and the assembly instructionscould result in serious injury or death.
3• This monitor is perfectly safe. The Sensor Pad andits cord are entirely passive. They carry no electricalcurrent and do not radiate any form of energy. TheNursery Unit emits only very low power radio signalsthrough its antenna. These signals do not present asafety hazard.• When the monitor is in use, do not use a crib mobileor other crib accessories that may produce vibra-tions. Other sources of vibrations may include fans,washing machines, loud music, etc. These sources ofvibration may interfere with the performance of yourAngelcare® monitor and the alarm will not sound if itcontinues to detect any movement other than yourbaby’s. Be sure all vibration sources are eliminatedbefore using the monitor.• You may experience false alarms for several rea-sons. The most common reason is the Nursery Unithas not been turned off after you have removed yourbaby from the crib. Another reason is the Sensor Padhas not been placed under the mattress properly. Besure the Sensor Pad is on a flat, firm surface with theturquoise side facing up. The sensitivity level mayalso need to be adjusted. Refer to the MovementSensitivity Adjustment section on Page 7.• Always be sure to immediately check on babywhenever an alarm sounds.• Your monitor can be used in any crib that is sta-tionary and designed to safely hold a baby. If your cribhas a spring or slat base you will need to place apiece of Masonite board under the Sensor Pad. Thissupport must be at least 13 inches long on all foursides and 1/4 inch thick. Only use your Angelcare®monitor in a stationary sleeping environment such asa crib where the Sensor Pad can rest on a complete-ly flat, firm surface. • CLEANING. Disconnect all units before cleaning. DONOT immerse in water. Use a dry cloth to keep mon-itor free from dust. DO NOT spray with cleaning prod-ucts or solvents. Wipe sensor pad with a cloth mois-tened very slightly with an antiseptic or mild deter-gent.Modifications not authorized by the manufacturer mayvoid users authority to operate this device.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found tocomply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pro-tection against harmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates, uses and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installedand used inaccordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference willnot occur in a particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio or televisionreception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more of the follow-ing measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipmentand receiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuitdifferent from that to which the receiver is connect-ed.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-nician for help.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interferencereceived,including interference that may cause unde-sired operation.
AC adapter4FeaturesParent UnitNursery UnitAC adapterInstalling Batteries in Nursery Unit•The Nursery Unit requires four AAA alkaline batteries in case of AC power failure (included).T•o insert batteries, remove the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and insert the batteries matching positive (+)to positive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-) and replace the battery cover.Insert•the AC adapter into the Nursery Unit and plug the adapter into an electrical outlet. Unit will run off of the ACadapter unless there is a power outage, in which case the unit will begin using the batteries.Replace•the batteries when the Low Battery Indicator flashes. If the batteries are not replaced, the monitorwill stop working.•IMPORTANT:Use only the AC adapters included with your monitor. Do not use these adapters with any other equipment.ChannelselectionCh.A-Ch.B-Ch.C-Out of range (orange)Bar graph LEDsSound Level / Alarm/ Charging indicators(green)Volume / Power-High-Medium-Low-OffPower / Lowbatteries (green)SpeakerDC 7.5V INBattery compartment3 x AAA rechargeablebatteries (NiMH)ChannelselectionCh.A-Ch.B-Ch.C-Out of range LED (orange)Mode select- Sound, Movement & Tic- Tic Off- Sound onlyMovement alarm LED (green)Power / Low batteries (green)MicrophonePOWER ON / OFFAlarm sound speakerSensor pad socketSensitivity adjustment dialDC 7.5V INBattery back upcompartment(4 AAA alkaline batteries)Installing Batteries in Parents Unit••TheParents Unit requires three AAA rechargeable NiMH batteries (included).To insert batteries, remove the battery cover on the back of the unit and insert the batteries matching positive (+) topositive (+) and negative (-) to negative (-) and replace the battery cover.Lea•ve the AC adapter plugged to the Parents Unit for 15 continuous hours before using your monitor to fully chargerechargeable batteries.)Recharge•the batteries when the Low Battery Indicator flashes and turns orange instead of green by plugging in the ACadapter.The•AC adapter can also be used as an alternative operation power source.•IMPOR TANT:Use only the AC adapters included with your monitor. Do not use these adapters with any other equipment.Night lightON/ OFFNight lightbuttonAC601Model: 7.5V 150mASensorpadSensorpadAAAAAA4x1.5V7.5V 150mAAC601AC601Model:ivitySensSensit&Sound MovementTic OffTic OffSound Only
5Setting Up Your MonitorSensor Pad Sensor PadCORRECT INCORRECTCORRECTSensor Pad centered, colored side upINCORRECTSensor Pad o centerINCORRECTSensor Pad colored side downPOSITION OF SENSOR PAD UNDER MATTRESS (Top down view of crib)PLACEMENT OF SENSOR PAD CORDFigure 1Figure 2SENSOR PAD (See figs. 1 and 2)Place the Sensor Pad under the center of the crib mattress with the colored side facing up. Do not place anyloose bedding or linen between the crib mattress and the Sensor Pad. The Sensor Pad must rest on a flat, firmsurface. If your crib has a spring or slat base, place a piece of Masonite board under the Sensor Pad. This sup-port must measure at least 13 inches long on all four sides and 1/4 inch thick. If your crib has a plywood base,your mattress support is firm enough to use the monitor properly. Only use your Angelcare® monitor in a sta-tionary sleeping environment such as a crib where the Sensor Pad can rest on a flat, firm surface. Be sure toplace the colored side of the Sensor Pad facing up. Now plug the Sensor Pad cord into the jack on the back ofthe Nursery Unit marked “Sensor Pad”. Turn the Nursery Unit on using the switch on the left. The green PowerIndicator will light up. NOTE : The Sensor Pad works with all baby bed sizes and all mattresses, except memoryfoam mattresses or mattresses with a hollow frame. You will need to test your Sensor Pad after the set-up iscompleted.CAUTION: To avoid potential strangulation accidents resulting from loose cords or wires in the crib, make surethe Sensor Pad cord passes underneath the mattress entirely. After positioning the Sensor Pad under the mat-tress, bring the cord to the corner of the crib and secure it to the top and bottom of the leg of the crib, or windit around the leg (see fig. 1).SELECT YOUR DETECTION MODEOn the right of the Nursery Unit select one of the following three functions by moving the wing upwards ordownwards:•Sound / Movement: You will be able to hear your baby's sounds and see sound lights. Your baby's movements are monitored. If no movement is detected after 20 seconds, the alarm will sound.• Tic Off: In this mode you will hear a “Tic” with every movement your baby makes. You will still hear your baby's sounds and see sound lights, and your baby's movement is still being detected. If no movement is detected, the “Tic” will stop and after 20 seconds the alarm will sound.• Sound Only: The Movement Sensor is disabled but you will still be able to hear your baby's sounds and see sound lights. Your Angelcare® works like a regular sound monitor when set to “Sound Only”.
6Testing Your MonitorAlways test your monitor before using it the first time and then on a periodic basis. Before testing yourmonitor, complete the setup process as described above.TESTING THE MOVEMENT FUNCTIONNote: Make Sure your Sensor Pad is set up before proceeding with this section. If you haven't set up yourSensor Pad please go to page 5 for instructions on how to properly set up the Sensor Pad.Make sure the Sensor Pad's cord is plugged into the Nursery Unit. Switch the Nursery Unit to the "Sound /Movement" function.Turn the Parents Unit ON and select either channel A, B or C. Make sure it is set to thesame channel as the Nursery Unit. The green power indicator light will light up. Gently pat your hand on themattress. The green Movement Indicator light on the Nursery Unit will flash continuously.Remove your hand from the mattress. Due to the lack of movement, the Movement Indicator light will stopflashing, and a pre-alarm beep will sound after 15 seconds. Five seconds later the alarm will sound, the greenAlarm Indicator Light on the Nursery Unit will flash continuously and the green lights on the Parents Unit willalso flash continuously.IMPORTANT: If the alarm does not sound when you are not touching the mattress, the Sensor Pad may bedetecting a continuous vibration from another source from inside and/or outside your baby's room. Commonsources of this interference are crib mobiles, fans, washing machines or even loud music. Therefore, it is veryimportant to make sure all vibration sources are eliminated before using the monitor. Place the crib near a solid supporting wall and away from strong air currents. Do not use crib mobiles or acces-sories that may cause vibrations. Avoid contact with the crib when the monitor is in use. If you find the alarmwill still not sound when you are not touching the mattress or crib, the monitor is on, and you have removedall external sources of vibration, the sensitivity level may need to be decreased (Refer to the movementsensitivity adjustment section on page 7).Test the stopping of the alarm: to stop the alarm, place your hand lightly on the mattress so that the SensorPad starts detecting movement again. You may also shut the Nursery Unit OFF to stop the alarm.TESTING THE “TIC” FUNCTIONMake sure the Sensor Pad's cord is plugged into the Nursery Unit. Switch the Nursery Unit to the "Sound /Movement" function.Turn the Parents Unit ON and select either channel A, B or C. Make sure it is set to thesame channel as the Nursery Unit. The green power indicator light will light up. Gently pat your hand on themattress. The green Movement Indicator light on the Nursery Unit will flash and you will hear the Tic soundwith every movement.Remove your hand from the mattress. Due to the lack of movement, the ticking will stop, the MovementIndicator light will stop flashing and a pre-alarm beep will sound after 15 seconds. Five seconds later the alarmwill sound, the green alarm indicator light on the Nursery Unit will flash continuousl and the green lights onthe Parents Unit will also flash continuously. To test the sound function, please refer to the Sound Only sectionbelow.The “Tic” sound will be heard when the Sound & Movement option is chosen. If you do not wish tohear the “tic”, select “tic off” on the right wing of the Nursery Unit.
7TESTING THE SOUND FUNCTIONSwitch the Nursery Unit to "Sound Only". Turn the Parents Unit ON and select either channel A, B or C. Makesure it is set to the same channel as the Nursery Unit. The green power indicator LED will light up. Choose thechannel that gives you the best reception. Test the sound: have someone else speak into the Nursery Unit or place a radio near the Nursery Unit. Youshould hear sound from the Parents Unit. If there is no sound, refer to the Troubleshooting section.Adjust the volume to the desired level using the slide button on the right of the Parents Unit.TESTING THE BATTERY POWERVerify that the units are operating on battery power by installing 3 AAA NiHM rechargeable batteries (included)in the Parents Unit and 4 regular AAA batteries (included) in the Nursery Unit and unplugging the AC adapters.The green Power Indicator should light up on all units.Movement Sensitivity AdjustmentThe movement sensitivity adjustment dial has been preset to a level which will suit most situa-tions. The highest sensitivity level is 5 (most sensitive) and the lowest sensitivity level is 1 (leastsensitive).You may get false alarms if your baby is in a very deep sleep or has moved to the edge of the crib. If you getfalse alarms due to these circumstances, you should increase the sensitivity level by using the sensitivity dialon the back of the Nursery Unit.NOTE: Adjust the sensitivity level if you receive false alarms and you have followed the advice in theTroubleshooting section for false alarms. Make a note of the position of the sensitivity dial before you changeit should you wish to return to that setting.To increase the sensitivity level, start by increasing it by half a level. For example, if the level is currently at2.5, increase it to 3. Use the monitor as you normally would. If you still experience false alarms, increase it byanother half level. If you are still experiencing false alarms when you have reached level 5, please consult ourcustomer service link on our website at www.angelcare-monitor.comBecause the Sensor Pad may detect movement from many sources from both inside and outside your baby’sroom, be sure all vibration sources are eliminated before changing the movement sensitivity level. Check tosee if the Sensor Pad is resting on a flat, firm surface. Place the crib near a solid supporting wall and awayfrom strong air currents. Do not use crib mobiles or accessories that may cause vibrations. Avoid contact withthe crib when monitor is in use.To make sure you have avoided all external sources of vibration, take your baby out of the crib while the mon-itor is on. If the alarm does not sound after you take your baby out of the crib, the sensitivity level may needto be decreased. To decrease the sensitivity level, adjust by half a level by going from 2.5 to 2. If you are stillexperiencing this problem when the level is set to 1, please consult our customer service link on our websiteat www.angelcare-monitor.comMovement Sensitivity adjustment
8Out of range indicatorYour monitor is equipped with an optional “Out of range” indicator function, which will advise you when thetwo units are not communicating with each other. Out of range situations can be caused by distance or byphysical interferences.Range: up to 820 ft (250 meters).To activate this function, press and hold the night light button on the Nursery Unit for 2 seconds.IMPORTANT: if you turn the Nursery Unit off, you will have to reactivate this option when you turn it on again.When the units are out of range, you will hear a DOUBLE BEEP every 8 seconds and the “out of range” iconwill flash on the parents unit.The orange lights next to the out of range icons on both unit will turn orange to remind you that the func-tion has been activated.Sound LightsThe Parents Unit features Sound Lights so you can “see” your baby’s sounds if background noise preventsyou from hearing your baby. As the sounds get louder, more lights illuminate.Movement Indicator lightThe Movement Indicator Light is located only on the Nursery Unit. When the Nursery Unit is set to “Tic Off”,the Movement Indicator Light will flash green with your baby's every movement. The flashing green light willlet you know that movement is being detected. This will allow you to check on your sleeping baby in thedark without disturbing.Night lightThe halo on the Nursery Unit acts as a soothing nightlight andallows you to check your baby in the dark with minimal disrup-tion. Press the halo button to turn the night light ON.Special features
9Tips For Using Your Monitor• When the monitor is in use, do not use a crib mobile or other crib accessories that may produce vibrations.Other sources of vibrations may include fans, washing machines, loud music, etc. These sources of vibrationmay interfere with the performance of your Angelcare® monitor and the alarm will not sound if it continuesto detect any movement. Be sure all vibration sources are eliminated before using the monitor.• There are several reasons you may experience false alarms. The most common reason is the Nursery Unithas not been turned off after you have removed your baby from the crib. Another reason is the Sensor Pad hasnot been placed under the mattress properly. Be sure the Sensor Pad is on a flat, hard surface with the blueside facing up. The sensitivity level may also need to be adjusted. Refer to the Movement SensitivityAdjustment section.• Your monitor can be used in any crib that is stationary and designed to safely hold a baby. If your crib has aspring or slat base you will need to place a piece of Masonite board under the pad. This support must be atleast 13 inches long on all four sides and 1/4 inch thick. Only use your Angelcare® monitor in a stationarysleeping environment such as a crib where the Sensor Pad can rest on a hard, flat surface.• Please note the difference between the Low Battery Indicator and the Alarm Indicator on the Nursery Unit.The low battery indicator is a rapid ticking sound and the green low battery indicator light slowly flashes. TheAlarm Indicator is a loud beeping sound and the green alarm indicator light flashes rapidly.• When unplugging the AC adapter from each unit, be sure the unit is switched to the off position. If it isn't,the unit will revert to battery mode if batteries are installed.• You can use rechargeable batteries, however, a rechargeable battery cannot be recharged by plugging in theAC adapter. Remove batteries from the unit to recharge.• The range of this monitor is approximately 820 feet (250 meters). However, the range will vary dependingon the surroundings. Test the range before use.
10TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause SolutionFalse alarms • Baby was removed from the crib and the Nursery Unit was not switched off.• The Sensor Pad is not detecting your baby’s movements because the sensitivity level is too low.• Sensor Pad is not in full contact with the crib mattress or is not resting on a flat, firm surface.• Baby has moved far away from the Sensor Pad.• Sensor Pad cord is not connected properly to the Nursery Unit.• Turn the Nursery Unit off.• The sensitivity level may need to be increased.Refer to the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section on Page 7.• Make sure there is no thick bedding between the mattress and the Sensor Pad. The Sensor Pad must rest on a firm surface. If the crib has a spring or slat base, place a piece of Masonite board measuring at least 13” (33cm)on all four sides and 1/4” (0.64cm) thick. • Refer to the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section on Page 7.• Unplug and reconnect the cord.Alarm will not sound • Nursery Unit is detecting movement when crib is being touched.• Nursery Unit is detecting movement from outside the crib such as motorized devices, strong drafts, etc.• Sensor Pad sensitivity level is set too high.• Avoid contact with the crib when monitor is on.• Place crib near a solid supporting wall to avoid Sensor Pad from detecting movement from outside the crib. Turn off crib mobile, fans, loud music or anything else that may cause vibrations.You may need to decrease the sensitivity. • Refer to the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section on Page 7.No sound is being transmitted.• Parents and Nursery Units are too far apart.• Batteries are low or improperly installed.• AC adapters are not connected properly or electrical outlet is out of order. • One of the units is not on.• Units are set to different channels.• Volume level is too low• Bring the Parents Unit closer to Nursery Unit.• Check or replace batteries.• Check connections or change to another electrical outlet.• Make sure both units are on.• Make sure both units are on the same channel, either on A, B or C.• Increase volume level.Power Indicator (green light)does not light up.• Batteries are low or improperly installed.• AC adapters are not connected properly or electrical outlet is out of order.• One of the units is not on.• Check or replace batteries.• Check connections or change to another electrical outlet.• Make sure both units are on the same channel, either on A, B or C.Very weak reception. • Parents Unit and Nursery Unit are too far apart.• One or both units are placed near a large metal mass.• One or both units are not in the upright position.• Batteries are low.• Bring the Parents Unit closer to Nursery Unit.• Change the position of one or both units.• Place units on flat surface away from baby's reach.• Check or replace batteries.
11Problem Possible Cause SolutionThere is static, distortion,interference, etc• Parents Unit and Nursery Unit are too far apart.• Units are not set to the same channel.• One of the units is not on.• The Parents Unit is located near motorized devices, fluorescent lights, television, etc.• Bring the Parents Unit closer to Nursery Unit.• Make sure both units are on the same channel, either on A, B or C.• Make sure both units are on. • Rotate Parents' Unit or move it away from source of interference.There is feedback (squealingnoises).• Units are too close to each other.• The volume is too high.• Move units farther apart (at least 10 feet apart).• Decrease volume on Parents Unit.Angelcare® warrants to the original owner of this product that this Angelcare®monitor (model AC601) is free from any material andworkmanship defects, for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. If this monitoring system fails to function properlywhen used as directed under normal conditions within the one-year period, Angelcare® will either repair or replace the product, at ourdiscretion, free of charge. Please contact your distributor.The product must be accompanied by a proof of purchase, either a bill of sale or other proof that the monitoring system is within the warrantyperiod. Angelcare® will bear the cost of repairing or replacing the product and shipping it back to you.This warranty does not apply to a product which has been damaged as a result of improper maintenance, an accident, improper voltage supplyor any other form of misuse. The warranty is also void if the owner repairs or modifies the product in any way. Angelcare® is not liable forany incidental or consequential damages with regard to this product. The warranty also excludes any liability other than what is statedabove. No other warranty is given. LEGAL RIGHTS VARY FROM COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. SOME COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL ORCONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.WE ARE NOT IN ANY WAY RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY OUTCOME RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.IMPORTANT! This Angelcare® monitor is a personal care product. Please do not return this product to the store. If you have questions or need help, please call Angelcare before returning this product.Replacement Parts and Warranty Information (USA & Canada only)www.angelcare-monitor.comangelcare@cdecinc.ca1-877-281-8827Protect the environment!This electronic equipment contains reusable material and must not be disposed with domesticwaste. Please take it to a collecting point for electric and electronic equipment (ask your localauthorities for details).Limited Warranty
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