Axvue A242 - User Manual

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Tools required for wall mount: Screwdriver and drill (not included)

Keep this instrucon manual for future reference.

For technical support see FAQ page.

For adult use only.

Please read the following instrucons and warnings carefully

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Features and components

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Features and components

MONITOR

TO USE PLUGGED-IN MODE

Step 1: Place the monitor display in living room, bedroom or any place you want to watch your baby.

Use adapter to connect camera with electrical outlet.

Step 2: Turn on monitor by pressing POWER/MENU buon for 5 seconds unl AXVUE logo or video

shows up on the screen.

Step 3: Press VIDEO ON/OFF buon to turn oﬀ the video if you only need to hear the voice.

Step 4: Turn oﬀ the monitor completely by pressing and holding POWER/MENU buon for 5 seconds.

TO USE PORTABLE / BATTERY MODE

Step 1: Charge the baery for at least 8 hours before using portable/baery mode.

Step 2: Make sure the adapter is plugged into camera.

Step 3: The baery life can be up to 16 hours if it is fully charged.

Baery life will be shortened if recharging it connuously. Unplug the AC adapter when you

are not using it for a long me.

Please charge the baery for 6~8 hours before using the product.

1 LED*

2 Power / Menu

3 Talk Back

4 Volume Up

5 Volume Down

6 To Select a Camera / Up

7 Auto-scan / Down

8 Zoom / Le

9 VOX / Right

10 Microphone

11 Speaker

12 Baery Compartment

13 Kickstand

14 Video On / Oﬀ

15 DC Jack

Adapter for monitor:

1 Power Indicator

2 Lens

3 Nighme LEDs

4 Microphone

5 DC Jack

6 Wall mounng hole

7 Speaker

8 Power On / Oﬀ Switch

x2x2 x12

Adapter for camera:

Wall mount kits

CAMERA

AXVUE A242 Video Baby Monitor

with 4.3'' LCD Screen and Two Cameras

Power & Low Baery Sound Lights

*LED

Model- A242

Revised at 7/2020

1. Pre-drill a hole with 3/16” (4.8mm) aperture in the wall.

2. Insert wall anchor into the hole and hammer it unl it is ﬂat with the wall.

3. Tighten the screw unl 1/4” (6.2mm) of the screw is exposed.

4. Insert the adapter into camera’s DC Jack.

5. Slide the boom of camera down onto the screw unl it can hang on the wall ﬁrmly.

6. Plug adapter into an electrical outlet.

7. Use safety clip to clamp the power cord and keep it out of baby’s reach.

Wall Mounting Steps

WARNING

Asphyxiaon Danger: Store this product out of the reach of babies (at least 3 feet away from

the crib). A strap wound around baby’s neck may result in asphyxiaon. Use safety clip to

clamp the power cord and keep it out of baby’s reach. Do not use other extension cords. Only

use the AC adapter provided.

WARNING:

- Only use the recommended rechargeable baery. Please contact with us if you need to

change it. For contact list, please refer to the last page of the instrucon.

- Please clean the baery container before using.

- Avoid short circuit at power supply terminal.

- Remove the baery when you are not using it or when running out of power.

- Keep baery away from children.

- Dispose the empty baery properly.

BATTERY WARNING

- Store this product out of the reach of babies. (at least 1 meter away from the crib)

A strap wound around baby’s neck may result in asphyxiaon. Use safety clip to clamp the

power cord and keep it out of baby’s reach. Do not use other extension cords. Only use the

AC adapter provided.

- Do not touch the exposed part if the adapter is connected with power.

- Test regularly before inial use or when change the posion of camera.

- Avoid placing the product in humid place or contacng with liquid. (such as bathtub, sink,

etc.)

- Do not apply heat to the product.(such as stoves, radiators, etc.)

- Using the product in venlated place. Avoid placing it on sofas, cushions, beds or other

places which may block venlaon.

- The product only can be operated by adult. Do not allow baby to play with it. Tiny

accessories are contained, please be careful when unpack and install it.

THIS PRODUCT CAN NOT SUBSTITUE PARENT’S SUPERVISION ON YOUR CHILD.

WARNING

Setup & Use

Please charge the battery for at least 8 hours before using the product.

Step 1: Test recepon ﬁrst, put camera in a suitable place that

will provide you the best view of your baby in the crib (Note: Do

not hang up the camera ﬁrmly unl inial installaon test is

completed). Plug adapter into wall outlet and turn on the

camera.

Step 2: Turn on monitor by pressing and holding

Power / Menu

buon for 5 seconds unl “axvue” shows up, then video will

show up on the screen immediately. If video does not show up,

please refer to “TO PAIR MONITOR AND CAMERA (ADD

CAMERA)” at next page. If video shows up, the inial installaon

test is completed, then you can set up the camera according to

the instrucon below.

Set Up Camera: Place camera on a ﬂat surface, such as wardrobe

or shelf (Figure 1). Or hang it on the wall (Figure 2). No maer

wherever to place the camera, please make sure to keep it away

from the crib for at least 3 feet and all power cords should be

placed behind the camera properly. Then adjust the angle of

camera lens unl the enre crib shows up on the display, or

adjust it to the best angle that you think to watch your baby.

3 feet

Figure 1

3 feet

Figure 2

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The monitor and camera are paired before shipment. If it is unpaired for some reason,

please refer to the following steps:

TO PAIR MONITOR AND CAMERA (ADD CAMERA)

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VOX VOX

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Signal

Step 2:

Step 3:

Step 4:

Step 1: Make sure the camera and monitor are in the same space.

Make sure the AC adapter is plugged into

camera and turn on the camera by pressing

POWER/CODE buon for 5 seconds.

Turn on monitor by pressing

and holding POWER/MENU

buon for 5 seconds.

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Summary

Features and Components

Camera Components Overview

Identifies and describes the physical parts of the camera unit.

Monitor Components Overview

Details the physical parts and functions of the monitor unit.

Setup and Usage Guide

Initial Camera Setup and Placement

Instructions for positioning the camera, including wall mounting.

Using the Monitor in Plugged-In Mode

Guide for operating the monitor when connected to AC power.

Using the Monitor in Portable;Battery Mode

Instructions for operating the monitor using its internal battery.

Pairing Monitor and Camera

Steps to establish or re-establish connection between monitor and camera.

Advanced Camera Pairing and Scan Features

Managing multiple cameras, including auto-scan functionality.

VOX Mode Setup

Configuring the VOX feature for sound-activated video.

Screen Color Temperature Adjustment

Guide on how to adjust the display's color temperature settings.

Favorite Features

Digital Zoom Functionality

Instructions for using the digital zoom feature to magnify the view.

Two-Way Communication

How to activate and use the talk-back feature for communication.

FCC Compliance and Safety Information

FCC RF Exposure Compliance

Important safety information regarding radio frequency exposure limits.

FCC Transmitter Co-location Warning

Warning against operating the transmitter with other antennas or transmitters.

Overview

Function Description
Important Technical Specifications
Monitor
Camera
General
Usage Features
Setup & Initial Use
Operating Modes
Multi-Camera Features (when multiple cameras are connected)
Monitoring Features
Safety Warnings
Maintenance Features
General Maintenance
Repair & Service

The Axvue A242 is a video baby monitor system featuring a 4.3" LCD screen and two cameras, designed for adult use to supervise children.

Function Description:

The Axvue A242 allows parents to monitor their baby remotely using a portable LCD screen and up to two cameras. It provides real-time video and audio surveillance, with features like two-way communication, digital zoom, and automatic scanning between multiple cameras. The system is designed for both stationary (plugged-in) and portable (battery) use, offering flexibility in monitoring locations.

Important Technical Specifications:

Monitor:

Screen: 4.3" LCD
Controls: Power/Menu, Talk Back, Volume Up/Down, Camera Select/Up, Auto-scan/Down, Zoom/Left, VOX/Right, Video On/Off.
Indicators: LED for power/low battery and sound lights.
Audio: Microphone and Speaker for two-way communication.
Power: DC Jack for adapter, Battery Compartment for portable use.
Stand: Kickstand for tabletop placement.

Camera:

Indicators: Power Indicator.
Optics: Lens, Nighttime LEDs for low-light conditions.
Audio: Microphone, Speaker.
Power: DC Jack for adapter, Power On/Off Switch.
Mounting: Wall mounting hole.
Accessories: Includes wall mount kits (12 screws, 2 wall anchors, 2 screw covers).

General:

Model: A242
Revision: Revised at 7/2020
FCC Compliance: Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to not causing harmful interference and accepting any received interference. A separation distance of 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna and all persons.
Power: Uses AC adapters for both monitor and camera.

Usage Features:

Setup & Initial Use:

Battery Charging: Charge the monitor battery for at least 8 hours before initial use.
Camera Placement: Place the camera on a flat surface (e.g., wardrobe, shelf) or mount it on a wall. Ensure it is at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from the crib and all power cords are properly secured and out of baby's reach. Adjust the lens angle for optimal viewing.
Wall Mounting: Pre-drill a 3/16" (4.8mm) hole, insert a wall anchor, tighten a screw until 1/4" (6.2mm) is exposed, then slide the camera onto the screw. Secure the power cord with a safety clip.
Monitor Power On: Press and hold the Power/Menu button for 5 seconds until "axvue" logo or video appears.
Video On/Off: Press the Video On/Off button to turn off the video if only audio monitoring is desired.

Operating Modes:

Plugged-in Mode: Connect both camera and monitor to electrical outlets using their respective adapters.
Portable/Battery Mode: Charge the monitor battery for 6-8 hours. The battery life can be up to 16 hours when fully charged, but continuous recharging may shorten its lifespan. Unplug the AC adapter when not in use for extended periods.

Multi-Camera Features (when multiple cameras are connected):

Camera Selection: Use the "To Select a Camera" option to switch between connected cameras.
Auto-Scan: The "To Scan All Cameras (Auto-Scan)" feature automatically cycles through connected cameras.
Adding/Deleting Cameras: Options are available to add or delete cameras from the system.

Monitoring Features:

VOX (Video on Crying): Set up VOX to activate video when crying is detected. The manual shows settings for OFF, 1, and 3, likely corresponding to sensitivity levels.
Two-Way Communication: Press and hold the Talk Back button on the monitor to speak to the baby through the camera's speaker.
Digital Zoom: Zoom in and out on the video feed.
Volume Control: Adjust the audio volume.
Brightness Adjustment: Adjust the screen brightness.
Screen Color Temperature: Adjust the color temperature of the monitor screen.

Safety Warnings:

Adult Supervision: This product does not substitute for parental supervision.
Choking/Asphyxiation Hazard: Store the product and cords out of reach of babies (at least 3 feet from the crib). Use safety clips to secure power cords. Do not use other extension cords.
Electrical Safety: Do not touch exposed parts of the adapter when connected to power. Avoid humid places, liquid contact, and heat sources. Ensure proper ventilation.
Adult Operation: Only adults should operate the product. Keep tiny accessories away from children.
Battery Safety: Use only recommended rechargeable batteries. Avoid short circuits. Remove batteries when not in use or when depleted. Dispose of empty batteries properly.

Maintenance Features:

General Maintenance:

Cleaning: Wipe the product with a wet towel after taking it down from the wall.
Troubleshooting: Refer to the "TO PAIR MONITOR AND CAMERA (ADD CAMERA)" section if the monitor and camera become unpaired.
Regular Testing: Test the system regularly before initial use and when changing camera positions.

Repair & Service:

Professional Service: Do not attempt to open or repair the product yourself, as it may expose you to dangerous voltages. Contact qualified service personnel for maintenance if issues arise (e.g., damaged power cord, liquid spillage, exposure to rain, abnormal operation, physical damage, or performance changes).
Replacement Parts: Ensure that any replacement parts used by service technicians are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part to avoid hazards like fire or electrical shock.