Vtech BC8211 User Manual - Page 2

General product care

To keep this soother working well and looking good,

follow these guidelines:

Avoid putting the soother near heating appliances

and devices that generate electrical noise (for

example, motors or fluorescent lamps).

Avoid dropping the soother or treating it roughly.

DO NOT expose the soother to direct sunlight or

moisture.

DO NOT use the soother in the rain, or handle it

with wet hands.

Clean with a soft cloth.

DO NOT immerse the soother in water and do not

clean it under the tap.

DO NOT use cleaning spray or liquid cleaners.

Make sure the soother is dry before you connect it

to the any power sources.

Frequently asked questions

Below are the questions most frequently asked

about the soother. If you cannot find the answer to

your question, visit our website at

www.vtechphones.com

, or contact

1 (800) 595-9511

for customer service. In Canada,

visit our website at

www.vtechcanada.com

or call

1 (800) 267-7377

.

The soother

does not play

sounds. /

The night light

does not turn

on.

Make sure the soother is

turned on.

Make sure the battery has

enough charge. Connect

the soother to USB power if

necessary.

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Why does the

Battery

status light

indicator flash?

The soother battery is low and

needs charging. Connect the

soother to USB power to charge

the battery.

When I press

to turn on

the auto-off

timer, the

soother beeps.

The

light

indicator

doesn’t turn on.

The auto-off timer feature is not

turned on.

Make sure you press

when

the soother is playing a lullaby

or soothing sound.

Why doesn’t

my computer

detect the

soother when

they are

connected via

USB cable?

The USB port on the soother

is for charging only. It does not

support data transfer.

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Important safety instructions

When using your equipment, basic safety precautions

should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire,

electric shock and injury, including the following:

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

the product.

Adult setup is required.

Do not use this product near water. For

example, do not use it next to a bath tub, wash

bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub or swimming

pool, or in a wet basement or shower.

CAUTION:

Use only the batteries indicated in

this manual. There may be a risk of explosion if

a wrong type of battery is used for the product.

Use only the supplied rechargeable battery

or replacement battery pack (BT166342/

BT266342) for the product. Do not dispose of

batteries in a fire. They may explode. Dispose

of used battery according to the information in

The RBRC

®

seal

.

Do not place this product on an unstable table,

shelf, stand or other unstable surfaces.

This product should not be placed in any area

where proper ventilation is not provided. Slots

and openings in the back or bottom of this

product are provided for ventilation. To protect

them from overheating, these openings must

not be blocked by placing the product on a soft

surface such as a bed, sofa or rug. This product

should never be placed near or over a radiator

or heat register.

Never push objects of any kind into this product

through the slots because they may touch

dangerous voltage points or create a short circuit.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

disassemble this product, but take it to an

authorized service facility. Opening or removing

parts of the product other than specified access

doors may expose you to dangerous voltages

or other risks. Incorrect reassembling can cause

electric shock when the product is subsequently

used.

Periodically examine all components for damage.

Children should be supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the product.

The product is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of

experience and knowledge, unless they have

been given supervision or instruction concerning

use of the appliance by a person responsible for

their safety.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Cautions

Use and store the product at a temperature

between 32

o

F and 104

o

F.

Do not expose the product to extreme

cold, heat or direct sunlight. Do not put the

product close to a heating source.

Make sure the product and the USB cable

are always out of reach of the baby, at least

3 feet away from the baby or crib, to avoid a

possible strangulation hazard.

Never place the product inside the baby’s

crib or playpen. Never cover the product with

anything such as a towel or a blanket.

The RBRC

®

seal

The RBRC

®

seal on the nickel-metal hydride battery

indicates that VTech Communications, Inc. is

voluntarily participating in an industry program to

collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their

useful lives, when taken out of service within the

United States and Canada.

The RBRC

®

program provides a convenient

alternative to placing used nickel-metal hydride

batteries into the trash or municipal waste, which

may be illegal in your area.

VTech’s participation in RBRC

®

makes it easy for

you to drop off the spent battery at local retailers

participating in the RBRC

®

program or at authorized

VTech product service centers. Please call

1 (800) 8 BATTERY

®

for information on Ni-MH

battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in

your area. VTech’s involvement in this program is

part of its commitment to protecting our environment

and conserving natural resources.

RBRC

®

and 1 (800) 8 BATTERY

®

are registered trademarks of the

Rechargeable Battery Recycling

Corporation.

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FCC and IC regulations

FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found

to comply with the requirements for a Class

B digital device under Part 15 of the Federal

Communications Commission (FCC) rules. These

requirements are intended to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a

residential installation. This equipment generates,

uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee

that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful

interference to radio or television reception, which

can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following

measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

WARNING

: Changes or modifications to this

equipment not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

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.

To ensure safety of users, the FCC has established

criteria for the amount of radio frequency energy

that can be safely absorbed by a user or bystander

according to the intended usage of the product.

This product has been tested and found to comply

with the FCC criteria. The soother shall be installed

and used such that parts of all persons’ body are

maintained at a distance of approximately 8 in (20

cm) or more.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with

Canadian requirement:

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

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Industry Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-

exempt RSS standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference,

and (2) this device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

The term ‘’IC:‘’ before the certification/registration

number only signifies that the Industry Canada

technical specifications were met.

This product meets the applicable Industry Canada

technical specifications.

RF radiation exposure statement

The soother complies with FCC RF radiation

exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. The soother should be installed and

operated with a minimum distance of 8 in (20 cm)

between the soother and all persons’ body. Use of

other accessories may not ensure compliance with

FCC RF exposure guidelines. This transmitter must

not be co-located or operating in conjunction with

any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment

complies also with Industry Canada RSS-102 with

respect to Canada’s Health Code 6 for Exposure of

Humans to RF Fields.

California Energy Commission

battery charging testing mode

This soother meets the California Energy

Commission (CEC) regulations for energy

consumption. Your soother is set up to comply with

the energy-conserving standards right out of the box.

The CEC battery charging testing mode is activated

while the soother is powered off and charging.

For cETL compliance only

Mesures de sécurité importantes

Lorsque vous utilisez votre appareil, vous devriez

toujours suivre certaines mesures de précaution

de base afin de réduire les risques d’incendie,

d’électrocution et de blessures corporelles, dont

ceux qui suivent :

Observez toutes les instructions et mises en

garde inscrites sur l’appareil.

L’installation par un adulte est requise.

N’utilisez pas cet appareil près de l’eau ni de

toute autre source d’humidité, par exemple, près

d’une baignoire, cuve à lessive, évier de cuisine,

dans un sous-sol humide ni près d’une piscine,

dans un soussol humide ou une douche.

MISE EN GARDE:

N’utilisez que les piles

indiquées dans le guide d’utilisation. Il peut y

avoir un risque d’explosion si vous utilisez le

mauvais type de piles pour le produit. N’utilisez

que le bloc-piles rechargeable inclus ou le bloc-

piles de rechange (BT166342/BT266342) pour

le produit. N’incinérez pas les piles. Celles-ci

risqueraient d’exploser. Jetez les piles usées

selon les renseignements suivant

le sceau du

RBRC

MD

.

Ne placez pas cet appareil sur un chariot,

meuble, trépied, support de montage ni table

chancelants.

Les trous et ouvertures du boîtier, situés à

l’arrière de l’appareil ou sous celui-ci, servent à

aérer l’appareil. Pour l’empêcher de surchauffer,

ne bloquez sous aucun prétexte ces ouvertures

et n’empêchez pas l’aération adéquate de

l’appareil en le plaçant sur un lit, divan, tapis ou

toute autre surface similaire. De même, ne le

positionnez pas à proximité ni au-dessus d’une

source de chaleur ou d’un calorifère. De plus,

ne placez pas l’appareil dans un endroit avant

de vous assurer qu’il y ait une bonne circulation

d’air.

N’enfoncez jamais d’objets à travers les

ouvertures de cet appareil, car ils pourraient

entrer en contact avec des points de tension

dangereux ou causer des courts-circuits qui

peuvent dégénérer en incendies ou en risques

d’électrocution. Ne renversez jamais de liquide

dans ce produit.

Afin de réduire les risques d’électrocution, ne

démontez pas cet appareil, mais apportez-le

dans un centre de service autorisé. L’ouverture

du boîtier ou le retrait de toutes pièces que

contient cet appareil, à l’exception de l’accès

autorisé à certaines portes ou ouvertures,

risque de vous exposer à des points de tension

dangereux ou d’autres dangers. Un remontage

incorrect peut par la suite présenter des risques

d’électrocution.

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Examinez les composantes afin de vérifier si

celles-ci ne sont pas endommagées.

Les enfants devraient être supervisés afin

de vous assurer qu’ils ne jouent pas avec

l’appareil.

Le produit n’est pas conçu pour être utilisé

par des personnes (incluant des enfants) aux

capacités physiques, sensorielles ou mentales

réduites ou qui manquent d’expérience et de

connaissances, à moins qu’on leur ait donné

suffisamment de supervision ou d’instructions

relativement à l’utilisation de l’appareil par une

personne responsable de leur sécurité.

CONSERVEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS

Mises en garde

Utilisez et entreposez le produit à une

température entre 0˚ C (32˚F) et 40˚C (104˚ F).

N’exposez pas cet appareil à des froids ou des

chaleurs extrêmes, ainsi qu’à la lumière directe

du soleil. Ne l’installez pas près d’une source de

chauffage.

Assurez-vous que le produit et le câble USB

se trouvent hors de portée d’un bébé, à au

moins trois pieds du bébé ou du berceau, afin

d’écouter les risques d’étranglement.

Ne placez jamais le produit à l’intérieur du

berceau ou du parc de bébé. Ne couvrez jamais

le produit d’une serviette ou une couverture.

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Limited warranty

What does this limited warranty cover?

The manufacturer of this VTech Product warrants

to the holder of a valid proof of purchase

(“Consumer” or “you”) that the Product and

all accessories provided in the sales package

(“Product”) are free from defects in material and

workmanship, pursuant to the following terms

and conditions, when installed and used normally

and in accordance with the Product operating

instructions. This limited warranty extends only to

the Consumer for Products purchased and used in

the United States of America and Canada.

What will VTech do if the Product is not free

from defects in materials and workmanship

during the limited warranty period (“Materially

Defective Product”)?

During the limited warranty period, VTech’s

authorized service representative will repair

or replace at VTech’s option, without charge,

a Materially Defective Product. If we repair

the Product, we may use new or refurbished

replacement parts. If we choose to replace the

Product, we may replace it with a new or refurbished

Product of the same or similar design. We will

retain defective parts, modules, or equipment.

Repair or replacement of the Product, at VTech’s

option, is your exclusive remedy. VTech will return

the repaired or replacement Products to you in

working condition. You should expect the repair or

replacement to take approximately 30 days.

How long is the limited warranty period?

The limited warranty period for the Product extends

for ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase. If

VTech repairs or replaces a Materially Defective

Product under the terms of this limited warranty,

this limited warranty also applies to the repaired

or replacement Product for a period of either (a)

90 days from the date the repaired or replacement

Product is shipped to you or (b) the time remaining

on the original one-year warranty; whichever is

longer.

What is not covered by this limited warranty?

This limited warranty does not cover:

1. Product that has been subjected to misuse,

accident, shipping or other physical damage,

improper installation, abnormal operation or

handling, neglect, inundation, fire, water or other

liquid intrusion; or

2. Product that has been damaged due to repair,

alteration or modification by anyone other than an

authorized service representative of VTech; or

3. Product to the extent that the problem experienced

is caused by signal conditions, network reliability,

or cable or antenna systems; or

4. Product to the extent that the problem is caused

by use with non-VTech accessories; or

5. Product whose warranty/quality stickers, product

serial number plates or electronic serial numbers

have been removed, altered or rendered illegible; or

6. Product purchased, used, serviced, or shipped for

repair from outside the United States of America

or Canada, or used for commercial or institutional

purposes (including but not limited to Products

used for rental purposes); or

7. Product returned without a valid proof of purchase

(see item 2 on the next page); or

8. Charges for installation or set up, adjustment of

customer controls, and installation or repair of

systems outside the unit.

How do you get warranty service?

To obtain warranty service in the USA, please visit

our website at www.vtechphones.com or

call 1 (800) 595-9511. In Canada, go to

www.vtechcanada.com or call 1 (800) 267-7377.

NOTE: Before calling for service, please review the

user’s manual - a check of the Product’s controls

and features may save you a service call.

Except as provided by applicable law, you assume

the risk of loss or damage during transit and

transportation and are responsible for delivery

or handling charges incurred in the transport of

the Product(s) to the service location. VTech

will return repaired or replaced Product under

this limited warranty. Transportation, delivery or

handling charges are prepaid. VTech assumes no

risk for damage or loss of the Product in transit.

If the Product failure is not covered by this limited

warranty, or proof of purchase does not meet the

terms of this limited warranty, VTech will notify you

and will request that you authorize the cost of repair

prior to any further repair activity. You must pay

for the cost of repair and return shipping costs for

the repair of Products that are not covered by this

limited warranty.

What must you return with the Product to get

warranty service?

Return the entire original package and

contents including the Product to the VTech

service location along with a description of the

malfunction or difficulty; and

Include a “valid proof of purchase” (sales receipt)

identifying the Product purchased (Product

model) and the date of purchase or receipt; and

Provide your name, complete and correct mailing

address, and telephone number.

Other limitations

This warranty is the complete and exclusive

agreement between you and VTech. It supersedes

all other written or oral communications related to this

Product. VTech provides no other warranties for this

Product. The warranty exclusively describes all of

VTech’s responsibilities regarding the Product. There

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are no other express warranties. No one is authorized

to make modifications to this limited warranty and you

should not rely on any such modification.

State/Provincial Law Rights: This warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights, which vary from state to state or province to

province.

Limitations: Implied warranties, including those of

fitness for a particular purpose and merchantability

(an unwritten warranty that the Product is fit for

ordinary use) are limited to one year from the date

of purchase. Some states/provinces do not allow

limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,

so the above limitation may not apply to you. In no

event shall VTech be liable for any indirect, special,

incidental, consequential, or similar damages

(including, but not limited to lost profits or revenue,

inability to use the Product or other associated

equipment, the cost of substitute equipment, and

claims by third parties) resulting from the use of this

Product. Some states/provinces do not allow the

exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential

damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may

not apply to you.

Please retain your original sales receipt as proof

of purchase.

Technical specifications

Power

requirements

Built-in rechargeable 750mAH

Ni-MH battery

Charging via USB to computer or

LPS power adapter

Credits:

The

Background Noise

sound file was created by Caroline

Ford, and is used under the Creative Commons license.

The

Stream Noise

sound file was created by Caroline

Ford, and is used under the Creative Commons license.

The

Crickets At Night

sound file was created by Mike

Koenig, and is used under the Creative Commons license.

The

20121230_vacuum.cleaner.working.01

sound file

was created by dobroide, and is used under the Creative

Commons license.

The

Heartbeat 5sec Int

sound file was created by

Benboncan, and is used under the Creative Commons

license.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

© 2016 VTech Communications, Inc.

All rights reserved. 08/16. BC8211_CIB_V3

Document order number: 91-010106-030-100

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