VTech LM808-1W Full Color Video Baby Monitor

Important Safety Instructions

When using this equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury. Adult setup is required.

• Do not install the baby unit at a height above 2 metres.
• This product is an aid, not a substitute for proper adult supervision.
• Not intended for use as a medical monitor.
• Do not use near water (e.g., bathtub, sink, wet basement).
• Use only the provided battery and adapters. Incorrect polarity or voltage can damage the product.
• Ensure power adapters are correctly oriented and not overloaded.
• Unplug before cleaning; use a damp cloth.
• Do not cut off power adapters.
• Keep power cords out of reach of children; do not place where they can be walked on or crimped.
• Operate only from the indicated power source.
• Do not place on unstable surfaces.
• Ensure proper ventilation; do not block openings.
• Never push objects into slots; never spill liquid on the product.
• Do not disassemble; contact authorized service for repairs to avoid electric shock.
• Test sound reception regularly.
• Periodically examine components for damage.
• Be aware of privacy risks with electronic devices; reset the monitor periodically and power off when not in use.
• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the product.
• Not intended for use by persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities without supervision.
• Store product between 0°C and 40°C, away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
• Warning—Strangulation Hazard: Keep cords out of reach of children (more than 0.9m away).
• Never place the baby unit in a cot or playpen. Never cover units with towels or blankets.
• Keep the monitor away from other electronic devices that may cause interference (routers, phones, microwaves, computers).

Precautions for users of implanted cardiac pacemakers

Keep wireless devices at least six inches (approx. 15 cm) from the pacemaker. Do not place wireless devices directly over the pacemaker when turned ON.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This VTech product complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF) and is safe when handled properly.

Connect and Charge the Battery

The parent unit has a built-in rechargeable battery. Use only supplied power adapters. Ensure the monitor is not connected to a switch-controlled outlet. Connect adapters vertically or floor-mounted.

Charging the Parent Unit Battery

For first-time use or after a power outage, the parent unit powers on automatically. Charge the battery for 12 hours before first use. The battery icon indicates status:

• Battery icon off, displaying : Parent unit uses AC power and is charging.
• Battery icon displays : Battery is low, charge immediately (approx. 30 minutes).
• Battery icon displays : Battery is fully charged. Connect to AC power when not in use to keep it charged.

Charging time is shorter when the parent unit is turned off.

Before Use

Test Your Baby Monitor

Test the monitor before initial use and regularly thereafter. Ensure the parent unit is more than 1 metre (3 feet) away from the baby unit to prevent high-pitched noise. Adjust volume if needed.

Testing procedure:

1. Ensure both units are powered on.
2. The parent unit displays images from the baby unit.
3. Speak towards the baby unit's microphone; sound should be heard on the parent unit.

Note: If the parent unit displays "No Link to CAM #" and the LINK LED flashes, move the parent unit closer to the baby unit (maintain at least 1 metre distance) and check if the baby unit is powered on.

Tip: Increase parent unit speaker volume if sounds are not audible.

Positioning the Baby Monitor

• Keep the baby unit out of the baby's reach; never place it inside a cot or playpen.
• Place the baby unit more than 1 metre (3 feet) away from your baby.
• Adjust the baby unit camera angle to aim at your baby.
• Bend the temperature sensor away from the baby unit for accurate readings.
• Place the parent unit more than 1 metre (3 feet) away from the baby unit to avoid screeching noise.
• To avoid interference, place the monitor at least 1 metre away from devices like wireless routers, microwaves, cell phones, and computers.

Using the Baby Monitor

Powering On/Off

• Baby Unit: Slide the ON/OFF switch. The ON/OFF LED indicates status.
• Parent Unit: Press and hold the POWER button.

Parent Unit Screen

Press and hold LCD ON/OFF to turn the screen off without powering down the unit. Press any key to turn it back on. Sound transmission continues when the screen is off.

Adjusting Speaker Volume

• Parent Unit: Press the VOL buttons ( / ) while viewing images. Bars indicate the current volume level.
• Baby Unit Speaker Volume (for lullabies/talkback): Adjust via the parent unit menu. Navigate to the volume setting and select a level from 1 (softest) to 5 (loudest).

Lullabies and Soothing Sounds

The baby monitor includes five lullabies and four soothing sounds. Control playback remotely from the parent unit.

• To Play Lullabies/Sounds: Navigate to "Play Lullaby" in the menu, select "Play Melodies" or "Play Soothing Sounds", choose a specific track or "Play All", then select "Play".
• To Stop: Navigate to "Play Lullaby" and select "Stop".
• Auto Timer: Set lullabies/sounds to stop automatically after 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes.

Adjusting LCD Brightness

Change screen brightness from Level 1 to Level 5 via the "Brightness" menu option.

Dim Mode

The display dims automatically after 10 minutes of inactivity to save power. Any keypress or alert will restore the preset brightness.

Sound Activation (VOX)

When Sound Activation is ON, the parent unit screen and speaker turn on automatically when the baby unit detects sounds above a set sensitivity level. The screen turns off after 50 seconds of no sound.

• VOX Sensitivity Levels:
• Level 5 (Highest): Activates for very small sounds, including background noise.
• Level 4 (High): Activates for soft babbling and louder sounds.
• Level 3 (Medium): Activates for loud babbling and louder sounds.
• Level 2 (Low): Activates for crying and louder sounds.
• Level 1 (Lowest): Activates for loud crying or screeching sounds.
• To Set VOX Sensitivity: Navigate to "VOX Sensitivity" in the menu and select a level.
• To Turn Sound Activation On/Off: Navigate to "Sound-activated Screen" and choose "On" or "Off".

Tips for VOX: Adjust baby unit placement for better sound detection. If using a sound machine, lower its volume or the monitor's VOX sensitivity.

Note: If the parent unit speaker is muted, only the screen will turn on when sound is detected. Alerts (e.g., link lost, low battery) will activate the screen and speaker for 10 seconds.

Zoom

Press the ZOOM button ( ) to zoom in. Use the directional buttons ( / / / ) to pan the zoomed image. Press again to zoom out.

Talk Function

Press and hold the TALK button to speak to your baby. Release to stop. The parent unit speaker is muted during broadcast.

Alert Tones

• Low Battery Tone: Set the parent unit to beep when the battery is low. Navigate to "Alert settings" > "Low Battery Tone" and choose "On" or "Off".
• No Link Alert: Set the parent unit to beep when the link to the baby unit is lost. Navigate to "Alert settings" > "No Link Alert" and choose "On" or "Off".

Temperature Monitoring

The baby unit monitors room temperature. Alerts are displayed on the parent unit if the temperature is outside the preset range.

• Set Temperature Range: Navigate to "Temperature" > "Minimum" or "Maximum" to set the desired range (Min: 11-20°C, Max: 21-30°C).
• Temperature Alert Tone: Enable or disable audible alerts for out-of-range temperatures via "Temperature" > "Temperature Alert Tone".
• Temperature Format: Choose to display temperature in Fahrenheit (°F) or Celsius (°C) via "Temperature" > "Format".

Night Vision

Infrared LEDs on the baby unit activate automatically in low light, providing a clear black-and-white image on the parent unit. A brief white glare is normal as the unit adjusts.

Projection Light

The unit may feature a projection light, which can be turned on/off or set to auto-on with sound activation.

Parent Unit Overview

The parent unit features an LCD display, various buttons (VOL, ZOOM, VIEW/LCD ON/OFF, POWER, TALK, MENU/SELECT), a microphone, antenna, stand, and speaker.

Parent Unit Lights

• LINK: On when linked; flashes when link is lost.
• POWER/CHARGING: On when connected to AC power or charging; flashes for low battery; off when disconnected from AC power.
• TALK: On when talking to the baby unit.

Parent Unit Icons

• Connection Status: Displays signal strength (strong, moderate, low, weak).
• Lullaby: Indicates lullaby is playing.
• Night Vision: Indicates night vision is active.
• Zoom: Indicates the image is zoomed.
• Temperature Alert Tone: Indicates alert tone is set.
• Real-time Temperature: Displays room temperature (°F or °C).
• Mute Alert: Indicates parent unit speaker volume is off or the unit is talking.
• 9-level sound indicator: Shows detected sound level (1-3 low, 4-6 moderate, 7-9 high).
• Speaker Volume: Shows current volume level.
• Battery Status: Animates when charging, solid when full, displays low battery.
• Night Light (On/Auto-On): Indicates night light status.
• Projection Light (On/Auto-On): Indicates projection light status.
• Alert Vibration: Indicates vibration alerts are active.

Warning Icons and Messages

• No link between units: Connection lost.
• Battery low at Parent Unit: Battery needs charging.
• Temperature too high/low at Baby unit: Room temperature is outside the set range.

Baby Unit Overview

The baby unit includes a microphone, camera, light sensor, ON/OFF LED light, infrared LEDs, speaker, temperature sensor, ON/OFF switch, and power jack. It also has wall mount holes.

Baby Unit Lights

• ON/OFF LED: On when the unit is on and paired; flashes when not viewed or link is lost.

Mounting the Baby Unit (Optional)

To mount the baby unit on a dry wall, you will need screws and anchors.

1. Mark two parallel holes on the wall, matching the distance of the baby unit's wall mount holes.
2. Drill holes. If drilling into a stud, proceed to step 3. If not, insert wall anchors and tap flush with the wall.
3. Insert screws, leaving about 1/4 inch exposed.
4. Align the baby unit's wall mount holes with the screws and slide down to lock. Adjust camera angle as needed.

Note: Ensure proper reception strength and camera angle before drilling. The type of screws and anchors depends on wall composition.

General Product Care

• Avoid placing near heating appliances or devices generating electrical noise.
• Do not expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
• Avoid dropping or rough handling.
• Clean with a soft cloth. Do not immerse in water or use cleaning sprays.
• Ensure units are dry before connecting to mains power.

Storage

When not in use for an extended period, remove the rechargeable battery and store all components (parent unit, baby unit, adapters) in a cool, dry place.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why does the baby monitor not respond normally?

Try this sequence: Disconnect power from both units, remove and reinstall parent unit batteries, reconnect power, turn on both units, and wait up to one minute for synchronization.

Why don't the power-on lights turn on?

Ensure both parent and baby units are properly connected to power adapters and wall sockets, and that the ON/OFF switches are in the correct position.

Why doesn't my parent unit charge?

Check that the power is not controlled by a wall switch and that the battery is correctly installed.

Why is my screen in black and white?

This is normal when the night vision feature is activated in dark conditions.

Why do I get glare or blurry display at night?

Adjust the baby unit's angle or placement to prevent glare and improve image quality.

Why does the baby monitor produce a high-pitched noise?

The parent and baby units may be too close. Move them further apart or lower the parent unit's volume.

Why does the parent unit beep?

Possible causes include: baby unit out of range (move parent unit closer, but maintain 1m distance), low parent unit battery charge, or room temperature being too high or too low.

Why does the parent unit react too quickly to other sounds?

Adjust the VOX sensitivity level to a lower setting 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 (increase it). Alternatively, the VOX sensitivity level might be too low (increase it).

Why can't I establish a connection / Why is the connection lost / Why are there sound interruptions?

The baby unit may be out of range (move parent unit closer, maintaining 1m distance). Other electronic products may cause interference; place the monitor as far as possible from them. If only one baby unit is powered on, ensure you are viewing the correct one using the VIEW button.

Customer Service and Product Warranty

This product comes with a one-year warranty against defects in materials or workmanship, valid for the UK and Eire only. For products purchased elsewhere, contact your local distributor.

To register your product online, visit www.vtech.co.uk/warranty.

For customer service, call 03306 780149 (from UK) or +44 3306 780149 (outside UK).

Note: Retain your sales receipt as proof of purchase.

Declaration of Conformity

This VTech product complies with essential requirements of the EU's Radio Equipment Directive (2014/53/EU) and UK's Radio Regulations 2017. The full Declaration of Conformity is available at www.vtechbabycare.com.

Manufacturer: VTech Telecommunications Ltd., Hong Kong.

Importer: VTech Electronics Europe plc, UK.

Disposal of Batteries and Product

Dispose of products and batteries responsibly, following environmental guidelines. Crossed-out wheelie bin symbols indicate they should not be disposed of in domestic waste.

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Control: Crystal controlled PLL synthesizer
• Transmit Frequency: Baby unit: 2405 - 2475 MHz; Parent unit: 2405 - 2475 MHz
• Maximum Transmitter Power: 0.1W (100mW)
• Channels: 32
• LCD: 5" Color LCD (WQVGA 480x272 pixel)
• Nominal Effective Range: Actual operating range may vary based on environmental conditions.
• Power Requirements: Parent unit: 3.6V Ni-MH battery; Baby unit power adapter: Output: 5V DC @ 1A; Parent unit power adapter: Output: 5V DC @ 1A
• Power Adapter Information: VTech Telecommunications Ltd. Model: VT05EUK05100(UK), VT05EEU05100(EU)
• Rechargeable Battery Information: Corun - Ni-MH AAA900mAh 3.6V

Specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2021 VTech Communications, Inc. All rights reserved.

Credits

Sound files used under Creative Commons license: Background Noise, Stream Noise (Caroline Ford); Crickets At Night (Mike Koenig); Heart Beat (Zarabadeu).