User’s manual
Safe & SoundTM audio monitor
Parts checklist
•Baby unit (DM111
•Parent unit (DM111
(1 for DM111 and 2 for
•Power adapter for baby unit
•Power adapter for parent unit
(1 for DM111 and 2 for
•User’s manual
Connect
Connect the parent unit
Power outlet not controlled by a wall switch
Power adapter
C/300mA |
Positioning the baby monitor
Place the parent unit within the operating range of the baby unit. We recommend the parent unit is at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from the baby unit to avoid audio feedback. If you still experience audio feedback, move the parent unit and the baby unit farther apart.
At least 1 meter (3 feet)
Parent unit overview
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• Use only the parent unit power adapter and the baby unit power adapter supplied with this product.
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POWER / LINK
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•The parent unit power adapter and baby unit power adapter are intended for a vertical or floor mount position. The prongs are not designed to hold the plug in place if it is plugged into a ceiling,
•Make sure the parent unit, the baby unit and the power adapter cord are out of reach of children
•Both the baby unit and the parent unit are on once connected to the power supply.
Connect the baby unit
Power outlet not controlled by a wall switch
Power adapter
POWER
Before use
You may test the baby monitor before initial use, and at regular times thereafter.
To test your baby monitor:
1.Place the parent unit and the baby unit in the same room to test the product.
2. Press and hold 
on the baby unit until the POWER light turns off.
3. Press and hold 
on the baby unit again until the POWER light turns on.
4. Press and hold 
on the parent unit the POWER/LINK light turns off.
5. Press and hold 
on the parent unit again until the POWER/LINK light turns on.
•If the parent unit is not linked to the baby unit, the POWER/LINK light on the parent unit will flash. Move the parent unit closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 meter / 3 feet).
Operating range
The operating range of the baby monitor is up to 300 meters (1000 feet) outdoors or 50 meters (160 feet) indoors. The actual operating range may vary depending on the environmental conditions, and other interferences such as walls, doors, and other obstructions.
Overview
Baby unit overview
1 | POWER |
2
3
4
1– POWER light
2 – 
(On/off)
Press and hold to turn on or off the baby unit.
3– Microphone
4 – Power jack
1– Visual sound indicator
2 – POWER/LINK light
3 – LOW BATTERY light
4 – 
(Volume down)
Press to decrease the speaker volume.
5 – 
(On/off)
Press and hold to turn on or off the parent unit.
6 – Speaker
Listen to sounds transmitted from the baby unit.
7 – 
(Volume up)
Press to increase the speaker volume.
8 – Belt clip
9– Battery compartment cover 10 – Power jack
Baby unit light
POWER | POWER light | |
| • | Lights off when the baby unit |
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| is off. |
| • | Lights on in green when the |
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| baby unit is on. |
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Parent unit light
POWER /LINK | POWER/LINK light |
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| • Lights off when the parent unit |
| is off. |
| • Lights on in green when the |
| parent unit is on and linked to |
| the baby unit. |
| • Flashes in green when there is |
| no link between the baby unit |
Speaker volume of the parent unit
The speaker volume is preset to Level 3 on the parent unit. You can adjust to your preferred sound level.
To adjust the speaker volume:
•Press 
to decrease the volume, and 
to increase the volume.
• | If you continue to press | or | even the |
| volume reaches the minimum or maximum | ||
Standby mode The parent unit is on standby mode when:
•it is not connected to the AC power supply; and
•there is no sound detected from the baby unit.
The standby time varies depending on usage and the battery life. Full batteries can last up to 8 days.
Replace the batteries when:
• | LOW BATTERY light flashes on the parent unit. |
Frequently asked questions
Below are the questions most frequently asked about Below are the questions most frequently asked about the baby monitor. If you cannot find the answer to your question, contact customer service by visiting our website at www.vtechphones.com or calling 1 (800)
Why don’t I hear a sound/Why can’t I hear my baby cry?
Why does the parent unit beep?
You may have muted the volume or set it to a lower level. You may need to adjust the volume to a higher level.
The baby units may be out of range. Move the parent unit closer to the baby units (but not less than 1 meter / 3 feet).
| and parent unit, or when the |
| parent unit is out of range from |
| the baby unit. |
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| Visual sound indicator |
| The visual sound indicator shows |
| the sound level detected from |
| the baby unit. It also shows the |
| volume level during speaker |
| volume setting. |
| Sound level detected from the |
| baby unit is indepedent from the |
| volume level set at the parent unit. |
| • Green lights indicate a |
| moderate sound level detected |
| from the baby unit; or |
| • Level 1 to Level 3 of the |
| speaker volume setting. |
| • Red lights indicate a higher |
| sound level detected from the |
| baby unit; or |
| • Level 4 to Level 5 of the |
| speaker volume setting. |
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LOW BATTERY | LOW BATTERY light |
| • Flashes in red when the |
| battery is low. |
Using your baby monitor
Power on or off the baby unit
To turn on the baby unit:
•Press and hold 
until the POWER light turns on.
To turn off the baby unit:
•Press and hold 
until the POWER light turns off.
Power on or off the parent unit
To turn on the parent unit:
•Press and hold 
until the POWER/LINK light turns on.
To turn off the parent unit:
•Press and hold 
unit the POWER/LINK light turns off.
setting, the parent unit will sound once. |
•When the parent unit is in mute, the visual sound indicator will still indicate the sound detected from the baby unit.
Portable use of the parent unit (optional)
Install the batteries on the parent unit
•Use only AAA alkaline batteries (not
included).
•Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard
•When the batteries are installed, the parent unit turns on.
•The parent unit does not support recharging.
1.Slide open the battery compartment cover.
2.Flip the ribbon across the battery compartment.
3.Insert two AAA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment on top of the ribbon.
4.Slide the battery compartment cover until it clicks into place.
• | The parent unit beeps twice every 30 seconds. |
• | The batteries are properly installed into the |
| parent unit, but the POWER/LINK light on |
| the parent unit is off. |
Storage
When you are not going to use the baby monitor for some time, remove the batteries from the parent unit. Store the parent unit, the baby unit and the adapters in a cool and dry place.
General product care To clean and maintain this product:
•Avoid putting it near heating appliances and devices that generate electrical noise (for example, 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 cloth.
•DO NOT immerse the parent unit and the baby unit in water and do not clean them under the tap.
•DO NOT use cleaning spray or liquid cleaners.
•Make sure the baby unit and parent unit are dry before you connect them to the power supply.
Operating range
This product operates with the maximum power allowed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Even so, the baby unit and the parent unit can communicate over only a certain distance - which can vary with the locations of the baby unit, the parent unit, the weather, and the layout of your home.
When the parent unit is out of range, it will beep three times every 10 seconds and enter searching mode.
To improve reception, move closer to the baby unit (but not less than 1 meter / 3 feet).
Why does the baby monitor not respond normally?
Why doesn’t the POWER light on the baby unit turn on when I switch on the units?
Why doesn’t the POWER/LINK light on the parent unit turn on when I switch on the units?
Why does the baby monitor produce a
Why does the parent unit react too quickly to other sounds?
Try the following (in the order listed) for common cure:
1.Disconnect the power from the baby unit and the parent unit.
2.Remove the batteries from the parent unit.
3.Connect the baby unit to the power supply again. The baby unit turns on.
4.Connect the parent unit to the power supply again; or insert two new AAA alkaline batteries. The parent unit turns on.
5.Wait for the parent unit to synchronize with the baby units. Allow up to one minute for this to take place.
Perhaps the baby unit is not connected to the power supply.
Connect the baby unit to power supply. The baby unit turns on.
Perhaps the battery of the parent unit is empty and the parent unit is not connected to power supply.
Connect the parent unit to power supply; or insert two new AAA alkaline batteries into the parent unit. The parent unit turns on and establishes connection with the baby unit.
The units may be too close to each other. Make sure the parent unit and the baby unit at least 1 meter (3 feet) away from each other.
The baby unit also picks up other sounds than those of your baby. Adjust the speaker volume on the parent unit.
Why does the parent unit LOW BATTERY light flash?
Why can’t I establish a connection? Why is the connection lost every now and then? Why are there sound interruptions?
When the parent unit is powered by batteries, there is not sufficient power for the parent unit to perform normally. Replace with two new AAA alkaline batteries.
The baby units may be out of range. Move the parent unit closer to the baby units (but not less than 1 meter / 3 feet).
Other electronic products may cause interference with your baby monitor. Try installing your baby monitor as far away from these electronic devices as possible.