DIGITAL WIRELESS CAMERA AND LCD MONITOR SYSTEM INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL: CMD6537ML CAMERA MODEL: CA650ML MONITOR MODEL˖M370ML
Overview Overview Video Monitor ON/OFF Switch Slide the power switch to the ON position to turn the video monitor on. Music Buttons Press the Next button to change lullaby. Lullaby Button microSD Card Slot Press the Lullaby button once to begin playing a lullaby song. Press the Lullaby button again to stop the song. Insert a microSD card to record video. Menu Button Press the menu button to access the monitor menu options. Video Button Press the Video button to turn off the monitor.
Overview Video Monitor (continued) Sequence/ Quad Button Cam Button Press the Sequence/Quad button to view video in quad mode (4 screen split view), or in sequence view. Press the Cam button to switch between channels 1-4. Scan Button Scans for cameras that detect sudden noises. Power Port Connect the power adapter labeled "For Monitor" into the power port.
Overview Camera Overview LED Pair Button The camera has infrared (IR) LEDs that allow you to see in the dark. Press the Pair button during the pairing process with the video monitor. Speaker The speaker allows you to hear the person speaking into the video monitor. Microphone Power Port (DC5V) The microphone allows you Plug in the connector from the power adapter to speak to the person through the video monitor. labeled "To Camera" to power the camera.
Overview OSD overview The video monitor displays the following icons during normal use. The table below summarizes the video monitor icons, and what they mean. Icon Meaning No signal between the camera and video monitor. Full signal between the camera and video monitor. The camera night light is currently on. The video monitor battery is low. Auto recording is enabled. Manual recording is enabled. Two-way talk is enabled. You can now speak into the video monitor.
Basic Setup Basic Setup Using the cable clips Included are a bag of cable clips that allow you to manage the wires from the power adapters. It is highly recommended that you use the cable clips keep the power cords out of reach from young children and infants. To use the cable clips, slide the wires in between the clips, then peel the protective film behind the clip. Stick the clip along the wall /table leg so that it is out of reach.
Basic Setup Optional: Charging the camera The camera base has a built-in battery compartment where you can install three AA batteries. This may be useful if you want to temporarily monitor an area with no power outlets. To install batteries in the camera: 1 Unplug the power cord from the base of the camera. 2 Remove the battery cover. 3 Insert three AA batteries into the battery compartment and replace the battery cover. Remove battery cover from camera base.
Basic Setup Charging the video monitor The video monitor can be charged using the cradle, or directly through the DC5V port on the side of the video monitor. The batteries stop charging once it is full. You will not"over-charge" the batteries. A full charge requires 4.5 hours. To charge the video monitor using the cradle: 1 Connect the power adapter labeled "To Monitor" to a power outlet. 2 Connect the end of the power adapter into the charging cradle.
Basic Setup Viewing your camera To view your camera: 1 Connect the camera and video monitor to a power source. NOTE: The power adapters are labeled "For Camera" and "For Monitor" 2 Slide the power switch to the ON position on the camera and video monitor. The video monitor will automatically scan for cameras in range.
Basic Setup Camera Setup Night Light Button Press the Night Light button to turn on or off the camera night light. Adjust the camera volume Adjust the Volume dial to the desired level. Adjust the camera sensitivity Adjust the camera angle Adjust the sensitivity dial to the desired level. Tilt the camera to the desired camera position. Adjusting the camera sensitivity The camera’s Sensitivity dial allows you to adjust how sensitive the camera is in detecting ambient sounds.
Basic Setup Monitor Setup Unlocking the monitor antenna The monitor has a built-in antenna that improves signal range. It is recommended that you extend antenna for optimal performance. To unlock the monitor antenna: • Slide the lock button to the right. Slide the Lock button to the right to release the antenna Reading the power indicator LED The power indicator LED glows green when the monitor is powered on. When the monitor is turned off, or is out of batteries, the power indicator LED turns off.
Basic Setup Pairing one camera The camera included with the monitor has already been paired up with the video monitor. If for any reason your monitor and camera are not paired up, follow the directions below. To pair a camera to the video monitor: 1 Place the camera and video monitor 12 inches apart. Turn on the camera and the video monitor. 2 Press the Menu button on the monitor, then select Pairing and press the OK button. 3 Select Camera 1, and press the OK button.
Basic Setup Viewing Multiple Cameras You can view all of the connected cameras in quad view or sequence view. The video monitor supports a maximum of four cameras. To view multiple cameras in quad view: • Press the SEQ/Quad button on the video monitor. To exit quad view: • Press the SEQ/Quad button repeatedly to exit Quad mode. SEQ/Quad button Video monitor displays 4 video images (quad view) Sequence View In sequence view, the monitor switches between the four channels every six seconds.
Basic Setup Using the talk function The talk function allows you to speak into the video monitor, while the camera outputs your voice. The camera also has a built-in mic, which allows the person to speak into the camera. Hello Talk and listen (Two-way communication) Hello To use the talk function: 1 Adjust the Volume dial on the camera and video monitor to the desired level. 2 Press and hold the Talk button on the video monitor and begin speaking. Release the Talk button when you are finished.
Basic Setup Using the Scan feature The Scan feature temporarily turns off the video monitor, and waits for a camera to detect noise. Once a noise triggers the camera, the video monitor automatically turns on, and beeps to notify you. To enable the Scan feature: • Press the Scan button.
Recording Recording This system is capable of recording video on a microSD card. A microSD card is included so you can begin recording right away. Use the table below to help you estimate recording times on various sizes of SD cards. Times are shown in hours, minutes, and seconds.
Recording Manual Recording Manual recording allows you to record video by pressing the record button on the video monitor. Manual recording may be useful if you want to quickly record an event to your video monitor while you are watching it. To start manual recording: 1 Press the M button on top of the video monitor. The video monitor begins recording. 2 Press the M button again to stop recording. • The file is saved and a icon appears to indicate the recording has been saved.
Recording Viewing recorded files on the microSD memory card There are two ways that you can view the recorded video files on the microSD memory card: through the video monitor, or on your computer. To view video files through the video monitor: 1 Press the OK button on the video monitor (press down on the joystick). The File List menu opens. VIDEO 2 Press OK to open the VIDEO folder. 3 Select the desired folder and press the OK button. NOTE: The folders are named by the year, month, and date.
Recording To view video files on your computer: 1 Press down on the microSD card with a small rigid object (i.e. finger nails) to remove the memory card. Push the microSD card to eject 2 Insert the microSD card into a memory card reader (not included). NOTE: If required, use the included SD card adapters to convert the microSD card to SD/HCSD. 3 When the AutoPlay menu appears, click on "Browse Folders.." 4 Double-click the VIDEO folder, then select the desired sub-folder you want to open.
Configuring your video monitor Configuring your video monitor Enabling the Auto Mute feature The Auto Mute feature eliminates white noise when monitoring a room. The Auto Mute feature works by muting the video monitor when the camera detects silence. Once the camera detects a sound, the video monitor begins to play sound again. 1 To enable Auto Mute: Press the Menu button on the video monitor. 2 Select Auto Mute ( 3 Select ON to enable auto mute. 4 Press the OK button to save your settings.
Configuring your video monitor Changing the date and time To adjust the video monitor’s date and time: 1 Press the Menu button on the video monitor. 2 Select Settings ( button. ) and then press the OK 3 Select Date & Time and then press the OK button. 4 Use the joystick to configure the Year, Month, and Date. • Press up/down on the joystick to adjust the values. • Press left/right to move between the year, month, and date. 5 Press the OK button to save your changes.
Configuring your video monitor Adjusting the screen brightness To adjust screen brightness: 1 Press the Menu button on the video monitor. 2 Select Settings ( button. ) and then press the OK 3 Select Brightness and then press the OK button. 4 Press left and right on the joystick to adjust the screen brightness. 5 Press the OK button to save your settings. Adjusting the Timer settings The timer feature allows the video monitor to beep after a set duration as a reminder tool.
Configuring your video monitor Configuring the temperature alert range The camera has a built-in temperature sensor. You can configure the video monitor to alert you through beeps, when the temperature falls above, or below a temperature range. To configure the temperature alert range: 1 Press the Menu button on the video monitor. 2 Select Settings ( button. ) and then press the OK 3 Select Temp. Alert Range and then press the OK button.
Configuring your video monitor Erasing the memory card Once you erase the memory card, the video will be deleted permanently. To erase the memory card: 1 Press the Menu button on the video monitor. 2 Select Settings ( OK button. ) and then press the 3 Select Format memory and then press the OK button. 4 Select Yes and then press the OK button to erase the memory card. • The message "Format OK" appears to confirm that the card has been erased.
Viewing your cameras using Skype Viewing your cameras using Skype Connecting to your video monitor through Skype is a convenient method to view your cameras from anywhere with an internet connection. How it works The laptop connects to the Skype server. The Skype server is connected to your computer. Your computer connects to the video monitor, which captures video from the camera.
Viewing your cameras using Skype Step 2 of 3: Creating a Skype account A Skype account allows you to connect to your camera through using the Skype service. Skype is a service that allows users to make voice calls and video calls to anywhere in the world. To create a Skype account: 1 Go to www.skype.com, and click on Join Skype. Join Skype 2 Click Create Account. Fill in the appropriate fields. Create Account 3 Click the I Agree - Continue button.
Viewing your cameras using Skype 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install Skype on your computer. 5 Repeat the process to make a second account. You will need two accounts --- one for the camera, and one for yourself. Step 3 of 3: Connecting to your camera Once you have created two Skype accounts, you are ready to connect to your camera.
Viewing your cameras using Skype Step 2: Log in and configure your Skype account 1 Log in to your Skype account (for your camera) from the computer that is connected to your video monitor, 2 Click on Tools>Options. 3 Click the Calls button ( 4 Select the "Answer incoming calls automatically" checkbox and the "Start my video automatically when I am in a call" check box. 5 Click Save. ).
Viewing your cameras using Skype Step 3: Add your camera as a friend This step requires you to log in to your personal Skype account from a different computer. 1 Log in to Skype using your personal account (this is differenet from your camera’s account). 2 Click on Contacts>Add a Contact. 3 Beside the Skype Name field, enter the account name for your camera. Enter the camera account name here 4 Click the Add button.
Viewing your cameras using Skype Changing the camera view If you have more than one camera connected to your video monitor, you can specify which camera you want to connect to using Skype. You can only view one camera at a time. Viewing through Skype does not allow you to change cameras. To change the camera view: 1 From your video monitor, press right on the joystick to change the camera number. • The camera number changes from "CAM 1" to "CAM 2".
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FCC Notice FCC NOTICE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC NOTE: THE MANUFACTURER IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY RADIO OR TV INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENT.
