First Alert DWB-740 User manual

2.5”Color LCD
Portable Wireless
Family Monitor
DWB-740
USER'S MANUAL

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©2011 BRK Brands, Inc.
All rights reserved. Distributed by BRK Brands, Inc., 3901 Liberty Street Road, Aurora. IL
60504-8122. Due to continuing product development, the product inside the packaging may
look slightly different than the one on the package.
BRK Brands, Inc. is a subsidiary of Jarden Corporation (NYSE: JAH). To obtain warranty
service, contact the Consumer Affairs Division at 1-800-323-9005, Monday through Friday,
7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., Central Standard Time.
Made in China
M08-0310-004

Table of Contents
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Safety ................................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions.............................................................................................................4
FCC Compliance ...............................................................................................................4
Getting to Know Your DWB-740 Family Monitor ..........................................................5
Check Package Contents ..................................................................................................5
Digital Wireless Camera ....................................................................................................6
Digital Wireless Receiver...................................................................................................7
Display Screen Icons .........................................................................................................8
Setting Up Your DWB-740 Family Monitor ....................................................................9
General Precautions ..........................................................................................................9
Powering the Camera ........................................................................................................9
Charging the Receiver .......................................................................................................9
Operating Menus ...........................................................................................................10
Main Menu Operation ......................................................................................................10
System Setup ..................................................................................................................11
Timing Setting...........................................................................................................11
Set to Factory Default ...............................................................................................11
Camera Setup..................................................................................................................12
Camera ON/OFF ......................................................................................................12
Scan Period ..............................................................................................................12
Pairing..............................................................................................................................13
Power Saving...................................................................................................................13
VOX Setting .....................................................................................................................14
VOX Sensitivity .........................................................................................................14
VOX Activate Recording ...........................................................................................14
Brightness........................................................................................................................15
Alarm Setup .....................................................................................................................15
Playback ..........................................................................................................................16
Event List .........................................................................................................................16
SD Card Format...............................................................................................................17
Additional Functions ........................................................................................................18
Push to Speak ..........................................................................................................18
Lullabies....................................................................................................................18
Night Vision...............................................................................................................18
Camera Placement & Installation .................................................................................19
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................20
Technical Information ............................................................................................. 21-22
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................22
Warranty .........................................................................................................................23
Product Limited Warranty ................................................................................................23
Warranty Exclusions ........................................................................................................23
Obtaining Service ............................................................................................................24

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Safety
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read the following instructions and warnings carefully and keep this User’s
Manual for future reference.
!This product is not a substitute for responsible adult supervision.
!This product is not a toy. Do not allow children to play with it.
!Prevent cord entanglement—do not place camera in crib or within arm’s
reach of the child.
!This product contains small parts. Adult assembly is required. Keep small
parts out of children’s reach.
!Do not drop, puncture, or disassemble the camera.
!Never tug on the power adapter. Use the plug to remove it from the wall.
!Use the device with care. Avoid pressing hard on the camera or receiver
body.
!Do not expose the camera to high temperatures.
!Do not use power cable if it is crushed or damaged.
!For your own safety, avoid using the camera when there is a storm or
lightning.
!Do not use monitor near water.
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
FCC COMPLIANCE CLASS BDIGITAL DEVICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed 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 the 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 of the receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or TV technician for help.
Notice: Only peripherals complying with FCC class B limits may be attached to this equipment.
Operation with non-compliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended by First Alert / BRK
Brands, Inc. is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. Changes or modifications
to the product, not expressly approved by First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc., could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
We, First Alert / BRK Brands, Inc. declare under our sole responsibility that the device to which this
declaration relates: 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 CERTIFICATION (IF APPLICABLE)
This device contains a radio transmitter. Accordingly, it has been certified as compliant with 47
CFR Part 15 of the FCC Rules for intentional radiators. Products that contain a radio transmitter
are labeled with an FCC ID.

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Getting to Know Your
DWB-740 Family Monitor
Congratulations on purchasing your First Alert Family Monitor. First Alert has been helping your
family stay safe for over 50 years. By having a First Alert Family Monitor, you are taking the first
step in monitoring activities that may affect your family.
CHECK PACKAGE CONTENTS
After unpacking the carton, check the contents for damage. Contact your supplier or dealer
immediately if any part is missing or damaged.
!Digital Wireless Baby Camera (1)
!2.5” Color LCD Digital Wireless
Receiver (1)
!5V 1A power adapters for camera and receiver (2)
!Camera Stand (1)
!Mounting Kit (1)
!User’s Manual (1)
!2GB SD Card (1)

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DIGITAL WIRELESS CAMERA
1Camera Lens
2 Night Vision IR LEDs - Allows you to see up to 16 ft. in complete darkness
3 EDS Light Sensor - Detects the absence of light and turns on night vision
4 Power/Battery Indicator - Green: Power on, Red: Battery low (when powered with batteries only)
5 Link indicator Flashing: Pairing is in process, Steady Blue: Linked with receiver
6 Microphone - Captures all sound in room
7 Power key/Lullaby play - Turns camera on and off
8 Pairing key - Press and hold to pair camera to receiver
9 Power Input (DC IN 5V 1A) - Plug the included adapter into this jack
10 Power adapter - Needed to power camera
11 Camera stand - Provides flexibility for table top use, or wall or ceiling mounting of camera
12 Camera Antenna - Transmits and receives signals
13 Battery Compartment (not shown) - Remove cover to install 3 AAA alkaline batteries (not included)

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DIGITAL WIRELESS RECEIVER
1 Power Indicator (PWR.) - Steady Green light when the receiver is charging
2 Low Battery Indicator (BATT.LOW) - Turns Red when the receiver battery is low
3 Battery Charging Indicator (CHARGING) - Steady Green light when the receiver is powered on
4 Up Cursor ( ) Move up in the Menu
Switch channel in View mode
Switch to CH1 from QUAD mode. Scan will turn off.
5 Left Cursor ( ) -- Move left in the Menu
Lower volume in View mode
Switch to CH3 from QUAD mode. Scan will turn off.
6 Down Cursor ( ) -- Move down in the Menu
Play lullabies in View mode
Switch to CH2 from QUAD mode
7 Right Cursor ( ) -- Move right in the Menu
Increase volume in View mode
Switch to CH4 from QUAD mode
8 Menu Button ( ) - Enter/exit Menu; or return to Main Menu.
9 Record ( ) - Start/stop recording in View mode; or delete video clip in Menu.
10 Microphone - Captures voice in intercom mode.
11 Talk Button ( ) - Push to speak through camera in View mode; or
confirm changes or setting in the Menu.
12 SD card slot - Holds 2GB SD card included with monitor. Can accept up to 32GB.
13 Reset - Disconnects all power to receiver.
14 USB Port - for firmware upgrade by manufacturer only.
15 Power Input ( ) - Plug the included power adapter into this jack.
16 Stand - Belt clip or stand located on back of monitor.
17 Power Adapter - Used to power receiver and charge receiver battery.
18 On/Off Switch - Turns the unit on and off.

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DISPLAY SCREEN ICONS

Setting Up Your DWB-740 Family Monitor
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Setting Up Your
DWB-740 Family Monitor
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
!Do not place any of the equipment near a radiator, vent, or other place
where it might be exposed to heat, moisture, dust, vibrations, or strong
magnetic fields. If any liquid comes into contact with the monitor, turn off the
power immediately and have a qualified technician inspect the equipment
before using it again.
!Only use 5V/1A power adapter provided in this package
!When installing the camera, follow equipment manufacturer’s advice when
using power tools, steps, ladders, etc. and wear suitable protective
equipment (e.g., safety goggles) when drilling holes. Before drilling holes
through a ceiling, check for hidden electricity cables and water pipes.
POWERING THE CAMERA
DC Power Supply Mode
1Connect the power cable to the DC IN of the camera.
2Plug the power supply into the electrical outlet.
3Press POWER button to turn on the camera.
Battery Power Supply Mode
1Insert 3 AAA alkaline batteries making sure the
polarity is correct.
2Press POWER button to turn on the camera.
CHARGING THE RECEIVER
1Connect the power cable to the DC IN of the camera.
2Plug the power supply into the electrical outlet.
3Press POWER button to turn on the camera. A Green light on front panel indicates
the receiver is powered. Plug in power adapter to charge when [Battery Indicator]
lights up red.

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Operating Menus
This chapter provides information about the menu screens. The screens are used to
control the various functions of the Family Monitor. The user selects options from a
series of menus and executes the actions by using the keypad on the receiver.
MAIN MENU OPERATION
The Main Menu is displayed when the menu button is pressed under view mode. Use
this menu to access:
"System Setup - Selection allows user to set the system time and reset
system to factory default.
"Camera Setup - Selection allows user to turn cameras on and off
individually and set the scan duration time or to set camera viewing to
Quad mode.
"Pairing - Selection allows user to pair (sync) each camera with the
receiver.
"Power Saving - Selection allows user to save power by powering down
system after 2 - minutes of non-activity.
"VOX Setting - Selection allows user to activate recording based on sound
that initiated near the camera location (s).
"Brightness - Selection allows user to increase or decrease the brightness
of camera and receiver screens.
"Alarm Setup - Selection allows user to set alarms at the receiver when
voice recording (VOX) is activated, camera battery is low or when receiver
and camera(s) are out of range.
"Playback - Selection allows user to play back selected recorded video.
"SD Card Format - Selection allows user to format the SD card.