Video Baby Monitor Setup
Here we are going to explain all the necessary steps required for setting up and using a Video Baby Monitor in your home. We have made sure that these steps are very easy to follow and straight forward, but if you have any questions during your setup process, please feel free to contact us at: admin@colorbabymonitors.com
It is important to set up your video monitor properly to ensure the safety of your child, and your confidence in the unit.
It is important to set up your video monitor properly to ensure the safety of your child, and your confidence in the unit.
STEP 1: Purchasing a Video Baby Monitor
The first step in your monitor setup process is purchasing a unit that has the features you need, and is in the price range that you can comfortably afford.
There are many different models available and their prices can range from $50 to $200. The prices of these baby monitors usually indicate the quality of their features. The higher priced models will have better quality video and sound, while also providing advanced features like night vision viewing capabilities.
Please visit our Video Monitor Buying Guide for more buying information.
Once you have purchased a video baby monitor, the hardest part is really over. These units are considered to be "plug and play" compatible, which means that there is no complex installation required.
STEP 2: Setting up the Video Receiver
The Video Monitor Receiver is an important part of your new monitor unit. It is the piece that displays the video and sound of your sleeping child. The receiver is portable, so it can be taken with you anywhere in your home.
You'll want to get your monitor's receiver up and running first, so that the following steps will be easier.
Some video monitor receivers have re-chargeable internal batteries that are charged by an ac adapter, and some are also capable of running on regular batteries. Determine how your monitor is powered and perform the required steps to turn it on. Make sure that the receiver turns on properly, and set the video option to on, and set the volume to a mid-level setting.
You will not yet be seeing a video on the screen, because the monitor's transmitter is not yet set up. We will do this in the next step.
Video Baby Monitor Receiver
STEP 3: Setting up the Video Transmitter
The Video Monitor Transmitter is the camera piece to the unit that will provide the color video signal to the receiver. You'll want to place this in the room that your child will be either sleeping in, or playing in unattended. The video transmitter can transmit its signal up to 350 ft so you'll be able to view the streaming video anywhere in your home.
Ideal Locations for Video Monitor Transmitters:
Your monitor's package will specify the type of mounting available for the included Transmitter. Most will be able to be placed in any of the above positions, while some are limited because of their design.
Once you have your video monitor transmitter set up, turn the unit on, and you should see the video appear on your monitor's receiver. If you do not see a video, check that both are powered on, and if your receiver has a video option, make sure that it is also turned on.
STEP 4: Fine Tuning Video and Audio Settings
Now that you have your video monitor up and running, you'll want to make sure you are getting the best video possible before you start using it to watch your child.
With the monitor's video receiver in hand, make sure that you are able to see the entire intended area of viewing. You may need to adjust the location of the transmitter to get the best viewing picture possible.
Sometimes it is possible for the video signal to experience interference with other wireless devices in your home. This can sometimes result in fuzzy video, and poor audio. A solution to this problem is making sure that the monitor you choose transmits its signal at a different frequency than the other devices in your home.
For example, a cordless phone transmits at 2.4GHZ, and if you have a monitor also transmitting at this frequency, it may cause interference. In a large home interference is not really an issue, but if you live in a smaller home, or an apartment building, you'll want to make sure you choose the correct frequency for your video baby monitor.
If your monitor has tilt and pan functionality, it is important to check that it is also properly focused and is set at the appropriate angle.
STEP 5: Test Video Monitor Features
The final step in the setup process is to test that all of the features that came with your color baby monitor are working properly.
Main video monitor features to test:
These features are important to test because they help ensure the safety of your child, and the proper functionality of your new video monitor. As a parent, you will be trusting this monitor to help watch your baby, so you need to be confident that it is working properly.
The first step in your monitor setup process is purchasing a unit that has the features you need, and is in the price range that you can comfortably afford.
There are many different models available and their prices can range from $50 to $200. The prices of these baby monitors usually indicate the quality of their features. The higher priced models will have better quality video and sound, while also providing advanced features like night vision viewing capabilities.
Please visit our Video Monitor Buying Guide for more buying information.
Once you have purchased a video baby monitor, the hardest part is really over. These units are considered to be "plug and play" compatible, which means that there is no complex installation required.
STEP 2: Setting up the Video Receiver
The Video Monitor Receiver is an important part of your new monitor unit. It is the piece that displays the video and sound of your sleeping child. The receiver is portable, so it can be taken with you anywhere in your home.
You'll want to get your monitor's receiver up and running first, so that the following steps will be easier.
Some video monitor receivers have re-chargeable internal batteries that are charged by an ac adapter, and some are also capable of running on regular batteries. Determine how your monitor is powered and perform the required steps to turn it on. Make sure that the receiver turns on properly, and set the video option to on, and set the volume to a mid-level setting.
You will not yet be seeing a video on the screen, because the monitor's transmitter is not yet set up. We will do this in the next step.
Video Baby Monitor Receiver
STEP 3: Setting up the Video Transmitter
The Video Monitor Transmitter is the camera piece to the unit that will provide the color video signal to the receiver. You'll want to place this in the room that your child will be either sleeping in, or playing in unattended. The video transmitter can transmit its signal up to 350 ft so you'll be able to view the streaming video anywhere in your home.
Ideal Locations for Video Monitor Transmitters:
- Clipped onto a Crib
- Positioned on Adjacent Table, Dresser or Nightstand
- Mounted on Wall
Your monitor's package will specify the type of mounting available for the included Transmitter. Most will be able to be placed in any of the above positions, while some are limited because of their design.
Once you have your video monitor transmitter set up, turn the unit on, and you should see the video appear on your monitor's receiver. If you do not see a video, check that both are powered on, and if your receiver has a video option, make sure that it is also turned on.
Video Baby Monitor Transmitter
STEP 4: Fine Tuning Video and Audio Settings
Now that you have your video monitor up and running, you'll want to make sure you are getting the best video possible before you start using it to watch your child.
With the monitor's video receiver in hand, make sure that you are able to see the entire intended area of viewing. You may need to adjust the location of the transmitter to get the best viewing picture possible.
Sometimes it is possible for the video signal to experience interference with other wireless devices in your home. This can sometimes result in fuzzy video, and poor audio. A solution to this problem is making sure that the monitor you choose transmits its signal at a different frequency than the other devices in your home.
For example, a cordless phone transmits at 2.4GHZ, and if you have a monitor also transmitting at this frequency, it may cause interference. In a large home interference is not really an issue, but if you live in a smaller home, or an apartment building, you'll want to make sure you choose the correct frequency for your video baby monitor.
If your monitor has tilt and pan functionality, it is important to check that it is also properly focused and is set at the appropriate angle.
STEP 5: Test Video Monitor Features
The final step in the setup process is to test that all of the features that came with your color baby monitor are working properly.
Main video monitor features to test:
- Check that the video is properly transmitting to the receiver. Walk around your home with the receiver to ensure that you will not lose it's signal.
- Make sure that the audio feature is working correctly. Have someone help with this by performing a "check 1-2-3" process at the monitor's video transmitter while you check the audio levels on the receiver in another room.
- Test the level of the audio so you can be sure that you will be able to hear your baby if he or she is crying.
- If your monitor came with night vision capabilities, make sure that your video monitor will still transmit infrared video during low light conditions.
These features are important to test because they help ensure the safety of your child, and the proper functionality of your new video monitor. As a parent, you will be trusting this monitor to help watch your baby, so you need to be confident that it is working properly.