VTech VM819 Video Baby Monitor: Quick Start Guide

What's in the Box

• Parent Unit
• Baby Unit
• 2 Power Adaptors
• 1 Rechargeable Battery Pack (for parent unit)
• User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

General Warnings:

• Adult setup is required.
• CAUTION: Do not install the baby unit at a height above 2 meters (approx. 6.5 feet).
• This product is not a substitute for adult supervision of the infant.
• Do not use this product near water (e.g., bath, sink, swimming pool, shower).
• Use only the provided batteries and adaptors. Incorrect adaptor polarity or voltage can damage the product.
• Ensure power adaptors are correctly oriented in a vertical or floor mount position and that the socket-outlet is easily accessible.
• Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use a damp cloth.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the product. Take it to an authorized service facility.
• Test the sound reception every time you turn on the units or move a component.
• Periodically examine all components for damage.
• To protect privacy, reset the baby monitor periodically and power it off if not in use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the product.
• 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 supervised.

Cautions:

• Use and store the product at a temperature between 0°C and 40°C (32°F and 104°F).
• Do not expose the product to extreme cold, heat, or direct sunlight. Do not place it close to a heating source.
• Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as bright sunshine or fire.
• Warning—Strangulation Hazard: Keep cords out of the reach of children (more than 3 ft / 0.9m away). Do not remove the tag. (French: Risque d’étranglement. Spanish: Riesgo de estrangulación.)
• Never place the baby unit inside the baby's cot or playpen. Never cover the baby unit or parent unit with anything like a towel or blanket.
• Other electronic products may cause interference. Install your baby monitor as far away as possible from devices like wireless routers, radios, cellular telephones, intercoms, room monitors, televisions, personal computers, kitchen appliances, and cordless telephones.

Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers:

• Keep wireless devices at least 6 inches (15 cm) from the pacemaker.
• Do not place wireless devices directly over the pacemaker, such as in a breast pocket, when it is turned ON.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF): This VTech product complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF).

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Technical Specifications

• Frequency Control: Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
• Transmit Frequency: Baby unit: 2405 - 2475 MHz, Parent unit: 2405 - 2475 MHz
• Maximum power used by the transmitter: 0.1W (100mW)
• Channels: 32
• LCD: 2.8” Colour LCD (QVGA 320x240 pixel)
• Nominal effective range: Actual operating range may vary according to environmental conditions.
• Power requirements: Parent unit: 3.6V, 2600mAh, 9.36Wh Li-ion battery. Parent unit power adaptor: Output: 5V DC @ 1A. Baby unit power adaptor: Output: 6V DC @ 400mA.

Getting Started

Basic Operation

Parent Unit Overview

The parent unit features:

• 1 Battery LED light: Indicates battery status (charging, low, full).
• 2 3-level sound indicator light: Visualizes sound levels from the baby unit.
• 3 Arrow keys: Navigate menus and adjust settings.
• VOL+ / VOL-: Adjust speaker volume.
• 4 MENU/SELECT: Access menus and confirm selections.
• 5 LINK LED light: Indicates connection status (solid: linked, flashes: lost link).
• 6 TALK/EXIT: Press and hold to talk to the baby unit; press to exit submenus.
• 7 POWER/LCD OFF: Powers the unit on/off or turns the screen off.
• 8 Microphone: For talkback feature.
• 9 Power jack: For connecting the power adaptor.
• 10 RESET: Force reboot the parent unit.
• 11 Speaker: Outputs audio from the baby unit.

Baby Unit Overview

The baby unit includes:

• 1 PAIR hole: For pairing units (already paired from factory).
• 2 POWER LED light: Indicates power status.
• 3 Microphone: Captures sounds from the baby's room.
• 4 Camera: Captures video of the baby.
• 5 Infrared LEDs: Enable night vision.
• 6 Light sensor: Detects ambient light levels for night vision activation.
• 7 ON/OFF switch: Powers the baby unit on/off.
• 8 Speaker: Outputs audio from the parent unit (e.g., lullabies, talkback).
• 9 Power jack: For connecting the power adaptor.
• 10 Slots for wall mounting: For securing the unit to a wall.

Using the Menu

Press MENU to enter the menu or save settings. Use arrow keys to scroll, and SELECT to confirm. TALK/EXIT exits the menu.

Parent Unit Icons and Status Indicators

Status Icons:

• Connection status: ● (solid circle) or ○ (empty circle) indicates signal strength (strong, moderate/low).
• Current view status: Displays the baby unit number being viewed.
• Zoom: Indicates when the image is zoomed.
• Night vision: Indicates when night vision is active.
• Talkback: Indicates when the parent unit is transmitting audio.
• Lullaby: Indicates when a lullaby is playing.
• Night light: Indicates when the baby unit's night light is on.
• Mute alert: Indicates when parent unit volume is zero.
• Real-time temperature: Displays room temperature in °F or °C.
• Battery status: Animates when charging, solid when full, displays low icon when battery is low.

Parent Unit Indication Lights:

• LINK LED: Solid when linked to baby unit, flashes when link is lost.
• Power/Charging LED: Solid when connected to AC power or battery charging, flashes when battery is low, off when disconnected from AC power.

Features

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Why does the baby monitor not respond normally? Disconnect power to both units, wait a few seconds, reconnect power, turn on units, and wait up to one minute for synchronization.
• Why doesn't the power-on light illuminate? Ensure units are properly connected to power and switched on. Check that the parent unit is connected to AC power and the baby unit's ON/OFF switch is set to ON.
• Why doesn't my parent unit charge while connected to AC power? Make sure the power is not controlled by an electronic wall switch. The battery may be old; see Warranty for repair/replacement.
• Why is my screen in black and white? The screen is in black and white during night-time or in a dark room when the night vision feature is activated. This is normal.
• Why do I get glare or blurry display on my screen when viewing my baby at night? During night-time or in a dark room, surrounding factors may affect image quality. Adjust the baby unit angle or place it at a higher elevation to prevent glare and a blurry display.
• Why does the baby monitor produce a feedback? The parent unit and baby units may be too close to each other. Move the parent unit away from the baby unit until the noise stops, or turn down the volume of your parent unit.
• Why does the parent unit beep? The baby unit may be out of range. Move the parent unit closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 meter). The parent unit may not have enough battery. The temperature of your baby’s room may be too high or too low.
• Why does the parent unit react too quickly to other sounds? The baby unit also picks up other sounds than those of your baby. Adjust the VOX sensitivity level to a lower level or lower the parent unit speaker volume.
• Why don't I hear a sound/Why can't I hear my baby cry? The parent unit speaker volume may be too low. You may have set a low VOX sensitivity level.
• Why can't I establish a connection? Why is the connection lost every now and then? Why are there sound interruptions? The baby units may be out of range. Move the parent unit closer to the baby units (but not less than 1 meter). Other electronic products and wireless products may cause interference. Try installing your baby monitor as far away from these devices as possible.

Customer Service and Product Warranty

Warranty: This product is covered by a one-year warranty from the date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship. This warranty is valid for the UK and Ireland only. Retain your sales receipt as proof of purchase.

Customer Service: Please call the Consumer Services Department on 03306 780149 (from UK) or +44 3306 780149 (outside UK).

Product Registration: Register your VTech product online at www.vtech.co.uk/clubvtech/login to join the VTech Club for benefits like competitions and expert advice.

General Product Care

• Avoid placing the product near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (e.g., 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 damp cloth. DO NOT immerse the units in water or clean them under running water.
• DO NOT use cleaning spray or liquid cleaners.
• Make sure the baby unit and parent unit are dry before connecting them to the mains again.

Storage

When not in use for some time, store the parent unit, baby unit, and adaptors in a cool and dry place.

Adult Supervision

This baby monitor is for adult use only. Do not place the baby unit inside the cot or playpen. To ensure your children's safety, do not allow them to touch or play with the baby monitor and its accessories. THIS IS NOT A TOY.

Mount the Baby Unit on Dry Wall (Optional)

Items to purchase separately: 2 screws, 2 anchors.

1. Use a pencil to mark two holes in parallel on the wall, ensuring they are the same distance apart as the wall mount holes on the baby unit.
2. Drill two holes in the wall (use a 5.5mm drill bit). If drilling into a stud, proceed to step 3. If drilling into an object other than a stud, insert the wall anchors into the holes. Tap gently on the ends with a hammer until the wall anchors are flush with the wall.
3. Insert the screws into the holes and tighten them until only 6mm of the screws are exposed.
4. Align the wall mount holes on the baby unit with the screws on the wall. Slide the baby unit down until it locks into place.

Note: Check for reception strength and camera angle before drilling holes. The types of screws and anchors needed depend on the wall composition.

Disposal of Batteries and Product

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbols on products and batteries indicate they must not be disposed of in domestic waste. Dispose of your product or batteries responsibly to help protect the environment.

Declaration of Conformity

This product is intended for use within Europe and the UK. This equipment complies with the essential requirements of the EU’s Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU) and the UK’s Radio Regulations 2017. The Declaration of Conformity for the VM819 is available from www.vtech.com/rtte-directive.

Manufacturer: VTech Telecommunications Ltd., 23/F., Tai Ping Industrial Centre, Block 1, 57 Ting Kok Road, Tai Po, Hong Kong.

Importer: VTech Electronics Europe Plc., Napier Court, Abingdon Science Park, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3YT.

Credits

The Background Noise, Stream Noise, Crickets At Night, and Heart Beat sound files were created by Caroline Ford, Mike Koenig, and Zarabadeu, respectively, and are used under the Creative Commons license.