Angelcare Canada AC301 Movement and Sound Monitor User Manual AC301 Canada q

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AC301AC301-RDigital 2.4GHzMovement & Sound Monitor Movement & Sound Monitor (Rechargeable)Numérique 2.4 GHzMoniteur de mouvements et sons Moniteur de mouvements et sons (Rechargeable)ManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 1
2IMPORTANT NOTICEPOSITION OF SENSOR PADS UNDER MATTRESSIN RANGE FUNCTIONThe in range function is DEACTIVATED when turning on the monitor (See instructions).AC301 - RECHARGEABLEOnly use RECHARGEABLE batteries in the parents unit.DIGITAL CODING SYSTEMThis monitor is equipped with a digital coding system which eliminates interferences. Thecodes are written on the box and in the battery compartment. For use of 2 Angelcaremovement and sound monitor in same household or when interferences occur with anAngelcare in another household, ensure the 2 monitors have 2 different digital codingsystemUSE OF THE ANGELCARE MONITOR WITH 2 SENSOR PADSConnect the two sensor pads using the shorter wires. Position sensor pads as illustratedbelow. If you are using a bassinette or a small crib, position the one sensor pad with 2cords in the middle of the crib under the mattress. Connect the long sensor pad cord tothe nurseryunit. The printed side of sensor pads MUST be face up. DO NOT tuck thickbedding under the edges of the mattress.USE OF THE ANGELCARE MONITOR WITH 2 PARENT UNITSMake sure all 3 units (the 2 parent units and the nurseryunit) are on the same channeleither A, B or C.MIDDLE OF THE CRIBManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 2
3TABLE OF CONTENTS5Easy Steps to Operate Your Angelcare®Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Testing Your Angelcare®Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Operating tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Distributors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Figure 17.5 Volt AC Adapters (2) Sensor Pad Figure 6Figure 4Figure 5Correct IncorrectPOSITION OF SENSOR PAD UNDER MATTRESSCrib CriborFigure 2 Figure 3SECURE SENSOR PAD CORD TO CRIB LEG USING A TIE WRAP. RUN SENSOR PAD CORD ON FLOOR TO ENSURE CORD IS OUT OF BABY’S REACH.Model#AC301.Model#AC301.Adapter socketBatterycompartment(3 AAA batteries)Belt clipMovement sensitivity adjustment dialBattery compartment(4 AAA batteries)Antenna/Night LightVolume control selector Low battery indicatorPower On/Off &Channel A, B or C selector-Tic indicator -Alarm indicator -Low battery indicator NurserytemperatureindicatorFunctions :-Night light power On/Off button -In range On/Off button Power ON/OFF&Channel A, Bor C selectorAlarm indicator In range indicatorSpeakerFunctions:• Movement• Sound/Movement/tic• Sound & Movement•SoundAdapter socketSensor Pad SocketNURSERY UNIT (TRANSMITTER)PARENTS UNIT (RECEIVER)Antenna Sound level indicators Power indicator BFigure 1CIncorrectKeep at least 38 cm(15 inches)apartCorrectASensor Pad Sensor PadManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 3
45EASY STEPS TO OPERATE YOUR ANGELCARE®MONITORNote:• Test your Angelcare®Monitor BEFORE first-time use and then on a periodic basis.•When monitor is in use, DO NOT use crib mobile or other crib accessories that produce vibrations. Alarm will not sound as monitor isstill detecting movement.•The Angelcare®Monitor is perfectly safe. The Sensor Pad and its cord is entirely passive. They carry no electrical current and do notradiate any form of energy. The Nursery Unit emits only very low power radio signals through its antenna. These signals do not presentasafety hazard.• Your monitor can be used in any crib or sleeping area (that has no motion or vibration) designed to safely hold a baby.• To monitor twins, you need two AC301 Movement & Sound Monitors or one AC301 Movement & Sound Monitor and one AC300 Movement onlymonitor.You should have one nursery unit on Movement function and the other nursery unit on Sound/Movement/Tic or Sound/Movement. You can use only one parent unit on the same channel. The sound monitor of one AC301 is sufficient to monitor both babies in the same room. Donot use the Angelcare®to monitor movement of two babies in one crib or bassinet.STEP 1. SENSOR PADPosition Sensor Pad as illustrated (Figures 1 and 2). Connect the long Sensor Pad cord to the Nursery Unit (Figure 4). The printed sideof Sensor Pad MUST face up. DO NOT tuck thick bedding under the edges of the mattress.The Sensor Pad must rest on a COMPLETELY FLAT AND RIGID SURFACE. Place a piece of 6 mm (1/4”) plywood to cover the fullsize of the crib base. Make sure the sensor pad’s cord passes underneath the mattress as shown in figure 1.STEP 2. NURSERY UNIT (TRANSMITTER)• Insert 4 AAA batteries into Nursery Unit (for battery backup in case of power failure).• Connect Sensor Pad to Nursery Unit (Figures 4 and 6).• On the back of the Nursery Unit, select 1 of the 4 functions of how you want to monitor your baby from the Parents Unit:Movement: To use the movement only function. This does not transmit any sound to the parent unit.Sound/Movement/Tic: To hear sounds, see sound lights and hear a “Tic” sound with every movement baby makes.Sound/Movement: Tohear sounds, see sound lights function BUT without the “Tic” sound.Sound: To hear sounds and see sound lights on Parents Unit.•Connect AC adapter to Nursery Unit and plug adapter into an electrical outlet.NOTE: The sensitivity adjustment has been preset. DO NOT ADJUST UNLESS NECESSARY. If poor capture of movement (red flashinglight) or false alarm occurs, consult the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section.STEP 3. PARENTS UNIT (RECEIVER)Model AC301: Insert 3 AAA batteries into Parents Unit. Connect AC adapter to Parents Unit and plug adapter to an electrical outlet.Model AC301-R: The pre-installed NiMh rechargeable batteries need to be charged for 15 hours continuously before first-timeuse. To charge, connect the AC adapter to the Parents Unit. Plug AC adapter to an electrical outlet (Figure 3). The batteries will chargeas long as it is connected to a powered AC adapter. The position of the switches will not effect charging.For longest battery life, recharge the Parents Unit when the orange Low Battery light flashes. Batteries need to be chargedfor 12 hours continuously.NOTE: Only the Parents Unit is rechargeable in Model AC301-R.•Adjust the volume control to the desired level.STEP 4. TO USE MONITORPlace baby in crib and switch both units ON by selecting either channel A, B or C. If reception is not clear, switch to another channel.Make sure both units are on the same channel. When removing baby from crib, switch NurseryUnit to the OFF position. If you forgetto switch OFF, a “pre-alarm Tic” will sound after 15 seconds as a reminder followed by an alarm 5 seconds later. To avoid feedback(whistling sound), keep both units at least 3 meters apart (10 feet).Note: When both units are turned ON, a“--“symbol will appear on the nurseryunit temperature display screen. It will stay ON for 20seconds. During this time the nursery unit is sending the settings to the parents unit. Once the room temperature is displayed on thenursery unit, the monitor is ready to be used.STEP 5. BATTERY MODE•When unplugging AC adapter from each unit, make sure unit is switched OFF. Otherwise, unit will revert to battery mode.•The monitor will revert to battery mode during a power failure only if batteries are inserted in both units. Insert batteries into NurseryUnit and Parents Unit for Model AC301. When orange Low Battery indicator flashes, change batteries promptly (or recharge ParentsUnit for Model AC301-R).ManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 4
5Warnings•This product is NOT amedical device nor a device to prevent cases ofSudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).•This product is NOT asubstitute for direct supervision of your baby.Check your baby’s activities at regular intervals. Monitoring ofpremature babies, or those considered to be at risk, should be carriedout only under the supervision of a doctor or health professional.•Please make sure you DON'T put the Parent Unit near wireless devicesand microwave ovens. This may disrupt the transmission of the alarmsignal•The Sensor Pad may detect movement from many sources from bothinside and outside your baby’s room, for example: fans, washingmachines, loud music, etc. Ensure that all vibration sources areeliminated before using the Angelcare®Monitor. Avoid contactwith crib when monitor is in use. Refer to the MovementSensitivity Adjustment and Troubleshooting section.•ALWAYS place both units on flat surface in an upright position, awayfrom baby’s reach.•DO NOT touch the end of the adapter cord when plugged into anelectrical outlet.•The Angelcare®Monitor uses public airwaves to transmit signals. TheParents Unit may pick up signals or interference from other nurserymonitors in your area. Your monitor may even be picked up by otherhouseholds. To protect your privacy, make sure both units are in theOFF position when not in use.•This product should be serviced by qualified personnel. There are nouser serviceable parts inside monitor. Refer all service questions toyour distributor (see page 14).InstructionsRETAIN INSTRUCTIONS: Keep user’s manual for future reference.WATER, MOISTURE AND HEAT DAMAGE:Keep all components awayfrom water (sink, bath tub, swimming pool) and places that emit heat(stove, radiator).VENTILATION: ALWAYS place both units on flatsurface in an uprightposition so thatair can flow freely around them.AC POWER SOURCE: Use only the AC adapters supplied with theAngelcare®Monitor.CORD PROTECTION: Avoid damage to the cords of the Sensor Pad andadapters. Route cords so that they are not likely to be walked on orpinched by items placed upon or against them.CLEANING: Disconnect all units before cleaning. DO NOT immerse inwater. Use a dry cloth to keep monitor free from dust.DO NOT spray withcleaning products or solvents. Wipe Sensor Pad with a very slightlydamp cloth with an antiseptic or mild detergent.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY: Care should be taken so that objects donot fall onto units and that liquids are not spilled into either unit orSensor Pad through its openings.NON-USE PERIODS: When not using monitor for long periods, removethe batteries from both units and disconnect the AC adapters fromelectrical outlet.Testing Your Angelcare®MonitorNote: Test your Angelcare®Monitor BEFORE first-time use and thenon a periodic basis.The Angelcare®Monitor can be used outside of the crib, in a differentsleeping area. Test monitor when moving Sensor Pad to a new locationto ensure sensitivity is adjusted correctly to the new padding ormattress. Consult the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section.Step 1. On the Nursery Unit, switch to the “Sound Only” function.Have someone else speak into the Nursery Unit or place a radio nearNursery Unit. You should hear sound from the Parents Unit. If there is nosound, refer to the Troubleshooting section. Make sure that both units areon the same channel, either on A, B or C. If reception is not clear,switch to other channel.Step 2. Test monitor to detect movement. Switch Nursery Unit to the“Movement” function. Gently move your hand on the mattress. Thegreen light will continue to flash with your every movement. Removehand from mattress. Due to no movement, a “pre-alarm Tic” sound willemit after 15 seconds. 5 seconds later, the alarm will sound and the redlight will flash continuously.NOTE: If alarm does not sound,the Sensor Pad may be detecting a continuousvibration from the floor, a strong draft or the crib is being touched. Avoidcontact with crib when monitor is in use. Place crib near a solid supportingwall and away from strong air currents.The sensitivity of the Sensor Pad mayneed to be reduced, consult the Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section.Step 3. To stop alarm, place your hand lightly on mattress for SensorPad to redetect movement. The red Alarm indicator light on the NurseryUnit will continue to flash 1 minute (Figure 3).Step 4. Verify that the battery mode is functional by operating both unitswithout the AC adapters. The green Power light should appear on both units.Parents Unit: When orange Low Battery indicator light appears, replacebatteries promptly for Model AC301. For Model AC301-R, rechargeParents Unit for 12 hours.Nursery Unit: When orange Low Battery indicator light appears a rapid“clicking” is heard, the temperature indicator turns off and a beep willsound every 30 seconds, replace batteries promptly. If not, the light willeventually turn red and the monitor will stop working.Operating TipsMovement Sensitivity Adjustment The Sensitivity Adjustment Dial has been preset to suitmost situations. However in certain circumstances,the sensitivity may not be ideal. DO NOTincrease sensitivity unless falsealarms occurs and you have followed the advice in the Troubleshootingsection for false alarms. Make a note of the pre-set position of the dialshould you wish to return to it.The Alarm Indicator Light on the Nursery Unit will flash red and beeponce when monitor barely detects movement. This could be a result of:baby being in a very deep sleep or baby having moved away fromSensor Pad to edge of crib. If alarm does NOT sound, no adjustment ofsensitivity is required. If the alarm indicator light flashes red most of thetime with baby directly over the location of either Sensor Pad, a falsealarm may occur. If this happens, adjust the sensitivity.Toadjust sensitivity, increase dial to the next setting. Retest monitor.Channel selection for sound receptionMake sure that both units are on the same channel, either on A, BorC. If reception is not clear, switch to another channel. If interferencepersists, consult the Troubleshooting section.Green Sound LightsThe three Sound Lights allowyou to see baby’ssounds. The louder thesounds from baby, the more lights appear.Temperature displayThe NurseryUnit is equipped with room temperature display. Thetemperature is displayed in Celsius (C).Night light haloPress on the first light at the top of the Nursery Unit to activate the night light.Voice activatedThis monitor is equipped with a voice activated system.The nursery unit willbe activated and transmit sounds to the parents unit only when it capturessound. This will make sure that the parents unit will only respond to itsmatching nursery unit.012345ManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 5
6Digital coding systemThis monitor is equipped with a digital coding system which eliminatesinterferences. The codes are written on the box and in the batterycompartment. For use of 2 Angelcare Movement and Sound Monitor in samehousehold or when interferences occur with an Angelcare in anotherhousehold, ensure the 2 monitors have 2 different digital coding system.In range featureThis monitoring system is equipped with an In Range indicator. Toactivate this function press the night light button and hold it until thehalo light flashes. If units are within range, the In Range light will flash.If out of range the In Range light will be ON with no flashing. Todeactivate the In Range function, press and hold the night light buttonagain until halo flashes. The In Range light will turn OFF.NOTE: The parents unit has a range up to 120 meters (394 feet).AC power sourceModel AC301: The AC adapters should be used whenever possible toextend the battery life. Batteries can be kept in units while using ACpower source. Use regular AAA batteries for the AC301 model.Model AC301-R: Use AC adapter on Nursery Unit whenever possible toextend the battery life. For Parents Unit, use AC adapter ONLY to chargeNiMh batteries. Only charge batteries when low battery indicator is on.Donot overcharge. Only use rechargeable batteries for the AC301-R model.Warning: Damages caused by misuse of the monitor are the customerresponsibility.Replacing the rechargeable batteries (Model AC301-R only)When the NiMh batteries in the Parents Unit will not charge or only hold their charge for a short period of time, batteries need to be replaced. Unscrew the battery compartment door on the Parents Unit (if necessary). Remove old batteries. Insert new rechargeablebatteries. Screw in the battery compartment door. Plug the Parents Unitinto an electrical outlet. Use only rechargeable batteries in the ParentsUnit. Allow new batteries to charge continuously for 15 hours.Problem Possible Cause SolutionFalse alarms. • Baby was removed from crib and Nursery Unit was not switched OFF.• Sensor Pad cord not connected properly to Nursery Unit.•Sensor Pad is not in full contact with crib mattress, or cribmattress is not resting on a completely flat or rigid surface.• Baby has moved away from Sensor Pad, to the edge of the crib.• Turn Nursery Unit to the OFF position.• Verify the connection between the Sensor Pad and Nursery Unit.Unplug and reconnect the cord.•Make sure there is no bedding between mattress and SensorPad. Sensor Pad mustrest on a completely flat and rigidsurface. Place a piece of 6 mm (1/4”) plywood to cover thefull size of the crib base.• Make sure Sensor Pad is positioned as described in the 5 EasySteps section. Sensitivity may need to be adjusted, consult theMovement Sensitivity Adjustment section.Alarm indicator light is flashing red(monitor is barely detectingmovement).•Sensor Pad is not in full contact with crib mattress, or cribmattress is not resting on a completely flat or rigid surface.• Baby is in a very deep sleep or has moved away from Sensor Pad,to the edge of the crib.•Make sure there is no bedding between mattress and Sensor Pad.Sensor Pad mustrest on a completely flat and rigid surface. Placeapiece of 6 mm (1/4”) plywood to cover the full size of the crib base.• Make sure Sensor Pad is positioned as described in the 5 EasySteps section. Consult Movement Sensitivity Adjustment section.No sound is being transmitted. • Units are too far apart (in range indicator is off on the Parent Unit).•Batteries are lowor improperly installed.•AC adapters are not connected properly or electrical outlet isout of order.• One of the units is not ON.• Bring Parents Unit closer to Nursery Unit.• Check/replace batteries or recharge Parents Unit (Model AC301-R only).• Check connections or change to another electrical outlet.•Ensure both units are ON.• Make sure both units are on the same channel, either A, B or C.Power ON indicator (green light) does not light up.•Batteries are low or improperly installed.• AC adapters are not connected properly or electrical outlet isout of order.• One of the units is not ON.•Check/replace batteries or recharge Parents Unit (Model AC301-R only).•Check connections or change to another electrical outlet.•Make sure both units are ON and on the same channel, eitherA, Bor C.Static, distortion, interference (interferencefrom other monitors, wireless phones,walkie-talkies, etc…).• Parents Unit is out of range.•Units are set to different channels.• Parents Unit located near motorized devices, fluorescent lights,television, etc…•There is an Angelcare Monitor in another household nearby.•Bring units closer together.•Make sure both units are ON and on the same channel, eitherboth on channel A, B or C.• Rotate Parents Unit or move it away from source ofinterference.•The digital codes are the same on the 2 monitors. Verify thedigital coding on the box or in the batterycompartment.Feedback (loud noises emitted fromParents Unit).• Units are too close to each other. • Move units farther apart (at least 3 meters/10 feet apart).•Decrease volume on Parents Unit.Weak reception but the in range indicator is not lit.•The in range option is off. •Use the night light switch to activate the range out feature.Press it and hold for 2 seconds.Very weak reception. •Units are too far apart (in-range) indicator will flash rapidly andbeep on the parent unit.• 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 units closer together.•Change the position of one or both units.• Place units on flat surface away from baby’s reach.•Replace the batteries or recharge Parents Unit (Model AC301-R only).Alarm will not sound. •NurseryUnit is detecting movement when crib is being touched.• Nursery Unit is detecting movement from outside the crib suchas motorized devices, strong drafts, etc…•Sensitivity is set too high.• Avoid contact with the crib when monitor is ON.• Place crib near a solid supporting wall to avoid Sensor Padfrom detecting movement from outside crib.• You may need to decrease the sensitivity,consult theMovement Sensitivity Adjustment section.TROUBLESHOOTINGManAC301 angl-fra 14 july06.qxd 7/14/06 9:29 AM Page 6

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