USERS MANUAL DBX-88eco
LCD Language: Depending on the purchased version, the LCD language might not be English on start-up. Please see chapter 4.3 on page 8 how to change the language of your DBX-88 eco. 1 ECO MODE This Alecto DBX-88 ECO babyphone is equipped with an unique ECO mode. Already in normal operation mode, the baby-unit stops transmission when the baby is not crying. In Full Eco mode it even suppresses the controlling signals between the baby-unit and the parent unit, so no transmitting at all.
2 OVERVIEW 2.1 OVERVIEW PARENT UNIT: 1. sound indication LED’s 2. volume up; up button when programming 3. volume down; down button when programming 4. button MENU/OK 5. link-check ( ), see below 6. loudspeaker 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. charge contacts battery compartment microphone start/stop lullaby display (see paragraph 2.
2.2 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. OVERVIEW BABY UNIT: battery indication: see below display (see paragraph 2.3) built-in nightlight (not visible when switched-off power on/off microphone DC input for power adapter start-stop lullaby battery compartment (backside) 14 9. 10. 11. 12. selection lullaby loudspeaker volume up/down temperature sensor (backside) 13. page (to page the parent unit) 14.
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3 INSTALLATION 3.1 PARENT UNIT: The parent unit is powered by 2 supplied rechargeable batteries. These batteries are charged through the included power adapter. ATTENTION: NEVER install normal batteries in the baby unit. Normal batteries cannot be charged. Risc of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 1. Remove the belt clip with the help of a small screwdriver 2. Remove the battery compartment cover. 3.
ATTENTION: NEVER install normal batteries in the baby unit. Normal batteries cannot be charged. Risc of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. 1. Remove the battery compartment cover. 2. Insert 4 x AA rechargeable batteries, observing their polarities, into the battery compartment on the parent Unit. Only use the supplied batteries with the following specifications: voltage / capacity: 1.2V / 1300mAh or more material / size: NiMH, AA, HR6, penlite 3. Reattach the battery compartment cover.
4 USING YOUR BABY MONITOR Please read these instructions carefully, and be reminded that this baby monitor is just intended as an aid. It is not a substitute for responsible, correct parental supervision. 4.1 POWER ON/OFF: 2 sec. provided the parent unit is off, press and hold for about 2 seconds to switch-ON the unit 2 sec. provided the parent unit is on, press and hold for about 2 seconds to switch-OFF the unit 4.
- + find the required language press the MENU button to confirm and to store the setting Menu briefly press the POWER button to end the programming mode 4.4 MONITORING: As soon as the baby unit detects a sound, it will send it to the parent unit.
control the volume on the Parent unit: press the MENU button Menu - + Menu - find the option [ BABY VOLUME ] press the MENU button + Set the required volume (attention: the actual volume does not change yet) press the MENU button to confirm and to store the setting (only now the new volume setting will be effective) Menu briefly press the POWER button to end the programming mode 4.
press the MENU button to confirm and to store the setting Menu briefly press the POWER button to end the programming mode 4.7 SOUND ALERT: With the volume set to off, the babyphone can still warn you with beeptones that the baby is crying loud.
lullaby indication: the icon is on when the baby unit is playing lullabies select lullabies from the Parent unit: press the MENU button Menu - + press the MENU button Menu - find the option [ LULLABY ] + look for the desired lullaby ( [ PLAY ALL ] = play all songs) press the MENU button to confirm and to store the setting Menu briefly press the POWER button to end the programming mode select lullabies from the Baby unit: press button to select another lullaby ( [ PLAY ALL ] = play all songs) -
- + set the required volume (attention: the actual volume does not change yet) press the MENU button to confirm and to store the setting (only now the new volume setting will be effective) Menu briefly press the POWER button to end the programming mode Play time: the maximum play time for one or for all lullabies is 15 minutes 15min. 4.9 NIGHTLIGHT: You can control the nightlight directly on the baby unit or remotely by the parent unit.
4.10 ROOM TEMPERATURE AND ALERT: In idle state the display of both the Baby unit and the Parent unit indicates the temperature of the Baby room in degrees Celsius (°C) or in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). With this option you can set the format, the limits and enable or disable the Temperature alert.
temperature alert indication: the icon is on when the temperature alert is enabled working temperature alert: If the temperature goes beyond the minimum or maximum level, “COLD” or “HOT” indication displays and the current temperature flashes in the displays of both Units. If the Temperature alert is set to On, an alert will be sound at the Parent Unit. 4.11 ALARM: Alarm feature is useful for you to remind yourself for some special arrangements, like feeding time, etc.
- + Menu 3. pres the MENU button and use -/+ to toggle between [ ONCE ] and [ REPEATED ] 4.
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FULL ECO indication: turns on when the FULL ECO mode is enabled Remarks regarding FULL ECO Lullaby playback and a maximum sensitivity (level 5, see chapter 4.6) will temporarily disable the Full ECO feature if Full ECO setting is set to ON. The icon however will still be on. Attention: The link check is not active in Full Eco mode; see the next chapter. 4.
Manual: The link check does not function when the FULL ECO MODE is set. The -LED is off and you will not be warned when you are out of range of the baby-unit or when the baby unit is switched-off. As follow you can however check the link manually 1. Press button TALK for about 0.5 seconds (*): 2. Link OK: turns on and for a couple of seconds you will hear all sounds from the baby-room 3. After some seconds the FULL ECO MODE is activated again and turns off 2.
• • when the battery indicator on the baby unit indicates flat batteries ( ), the text [ BU LOW BATT! ] comes on the display of the parent unit; it is advised to now directly replace the batteries in the baby unit or to connect the power adapter; (attention: when the parent unit is in the alarm mode, this warning text will not come on the display) in case you do not change the batteries or do not connect the power adapter, the baby unit will switch off after a while; the link-LED on the parent unit will s
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5 (SAFETY) INSTRUCTIONS AND TIPS 5.1 GENERAL: The Babyphone is for the detection of sound by which the guarding of babies, little children and the helpless is a common used feature. Be advised that this babyphone is never capable to meet with the presence of an adult or a parent. Each time before use, check the functionality of the set. Be advised to regularly check the link during use. The use of the babyphone is restricted to detection of sounds within own premises.
5.4 REACH: The reach of the babyphone is approximately 50 meters indoor and 300 meter outdoor. Please be informed that large buildings, metal constructions, atmospheric disturbances and other wireless devices can influence this reach. 5.5 BATTERY LIFE TIME: Parent unit: With fully charged rechargeable batteries with a capacity of 750mAh you can use the parent unit for up to 24 hours without the power adapter.
5.8 DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE (ENVIRONMENT): At the end of the product lifecycle, you should not throw this product into the normal household garbage but bring the product to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipments. Exhausted batteries may never be disposed of in household waste but must be handed in at your local depot for chemical waste.
8 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM: POSSIBLE SOLUTION: LED flashes • The parent unit and the baby unit may be out of range with each other. Reduce the distance between the units. • The baby unit may be switched off. Press POWERkey to switch on the baby unit. LED • Lost connection with the baby unit. Reduce the disflashes + tance between the parent unit and the baby unit. attention tones • The baby unit may be switched off. Press POWERfrom parent unit key to switch on the baby unit.
9 CONTENTS 1 3 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 ECO MODE......................................................................2 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 INSTALLATION PARENT UNIT..................................................................6 BABY-UNIT ......................................................................6 RECOMMENDATIONS ....................................................7 4 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 4.18 USING YOUR BABY MONITOR POWER ON/OFF ....................
5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 BATTERY LIFE TIME .......................................................23 POWER SUPPLY.............................................................23 MAINTENANCE ...............................................................23 DISPOSAL OF THE DEVICE (ENVIRONMENT) ............24 6 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................24 7 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .....................................24 8 TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................................
10 GUARANTEE You have a guarantee of 24 MONTHS after the date of purchase of this babyphone. We guarantee during this period the free repair of defects caused by material- and construction faults. This at the importers discretion. It is only possible to claim to the guarantee when you enclose your purchase ticket with the babyphone. HOW TO ACT: If you notice a defect, consult the manual first. If this manual gives you no definite answer, consult your dealer with a clear description of your complaint.
