43-489rc.fm Page 1 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM Please read before using this equipment.
43-489rc.fm Page 2 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM ˆ Features Your RadioShack FM Cordless Room Monitor lets you hear what’s going on in another room, when you can’t be in the room yourself. It is simple to use and install. Power Options — let you power your transmitter from AC power with the supplied adapter, or four AA batteries (not supplied) for portable use. Sensitive Microphone — detects sound up to about 10 feet away from the sound source (distance might vary, depending on the volume of the sound).
43-489rc.fm Page 3 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. ! CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
3-489rc.fm Page 4 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM and/or cause interference on your room monitor. This can occur on any device that uses standard radio frequencies. • Turn the transmitter off when not in use since it continues to transmit as long as power is on. Caution: The room monitor is designed to assist adults in child supervision. It does not replace watchful and responsible care of a child.
43-489rc.fm Page 5 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM ˆ Contents Preparation ............................................................................ 6 Selecting a Location ........................................................ 6 Powering the Transmitter ................................................. 6 Using AC Power ....................................................... 6 Using Batteries ......................................................... 7 Connecting and Charging the Receiver’s Battery ...
43-489rc.fm Page 6 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM ˆ Preparation SELECTING A LOCATION You can place the transmitter on a desktop or table, or mount it on a wall. And, you can carry the receiver with you.
43-489rc.fm Page 7 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM Caution: The supplied RadioShack adapter was designed specifically for your room monitor. Use only the supplied adapter. 2. Plug the adapter’s AC plug into a standard AC outlet. Unplug the adapter when you are not going to use the transmitter for a long time. Caution: To prevent a possible short circuit, always unplug the adapter from the AC outlet first, then unplug it from the transmitter. Using Batteries Battery Compartment Cover 1.
43-489rc.fm Page 8 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not burn or bury them. Cautions: • Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. • If you do not plan to use your transmitter for a week or more, or you plan to use only AC power, remove the batteries.
43-489rc.fm Page 9 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM 1. Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the receiver by inserting a flat-blade screwdriver into the notch on the cover, then lifting off the cover. Belt Clip POWER ON/ VOLUME CHANNEL 1 – 2 2. Remove the battery from the compartment. 3. Plug the battery’s plastic connector into the socket in the battery compartment. The plug fits only one way. 4. Place the battery back inside the compartment. 5. Replace the cover. 6.
43-489rc.fm Page 10 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM 9. Place the receiver into the charging slot on the charger. The POWER/CHARGE indicator on the charger lights. After the battery is charged, you can use the receiver while it is still in the charger. If you carry the receiver around with you, place it back in the charger when you are through using it so it can charge. If the POWER indicator does not light recharge the battery.
43-489rc.fm Page 11 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM RadioShack’s involvement in this program is part of the company’s commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. MOUNTING THE TRANSMITTER ON A WALL With the supplied hook, you can mount the transmitter on a wall. Use two 1/8-inch flat-head screws (not supplied) to attach the hook to the wall, then hang the transmitter over the hook.
43-489rc.fm Page 12 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM USING THE RECEIVER’S BELT CLIP The belt clip on the receiver lets you keep your hands free while monitoring. To detach the belt clip, unlatch the clip by lifting the tab slightly with your finger or a screwdriver, then slide the belt clip in the direction of the arrow. Tab ˆ Operation 1. Slide POWER on the transmitter to the right to turn it on. The POWER indicator lights. 2. Rotate POWER ON/VOLUME on the receiver to turn it on.
43-489rc.fm Page 13 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM As the receiver moves away from the transmitter, the hissing background noise increases. Move closer to the transmitter to eliminate the noise. Note: Range varies depending on obstructions, such as the number of walls between the transmitter and receiver, locations of furniture and appliances, and so on. 5. To turn off the receiver, rotate POWER ON/VOLUME counterclockwise until you hear a click and the POWER indicator turns off. 6.
43-489rc.fm Page 14 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM ˆ Troubleshooting If a problem occurs, check that: • Both the transmitter and the receiver are on. • Both adapters are plugged in firmly, or the transmitter’s adapter is plugged in firmly (or the transmitter has fresh batteries). • The receiver has a charged battery. • Volume on the receiver is turned up. • Both the transmitter and the receiver are set to the same channel.
43-489rc.fm Page 15 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM ˆ Specifications Operating Frequencies: Channel 1 .............................................................................49.860 MHz Channel 2 .............................................................................49.890 MHz Power: Transmitter ........................................DC 6V, Four AA Alkaline Batteries or the Supplied AC Adapter Receiver ............................................ DC 3.6V, One 3.
43-489rc.fm Page 16 Tuesday, October 3, 2000 10:12 AM Limited Ninety-Day Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers.
