Two Questions (VOX & Low Battery) I have two questions about the Lorex LW2033 Monitor:1) How does the VOX feature work if you have two or more cameras? Does it turn on if baby A OR baby B makes a noise or does it stay on one of the cameras only?2) How does the monitor alert you that the battery is low? A flashing light or a beep?Thanks! Two Questions (VOX & Low Battery) I have two questions about the Lorex LW2033 Monitor:1) How does the VOX feature work if you have two or more cameras? Does it turn on if baby A OR baby B... » Read More Two Questions (VOX & Low Battery) I have two questions about the Lorex LW2033 Monitor:1) How does the VOX feature work if you have two or more cameras? Does it turn on if baby A OR baby B makes a noise or does it stay on one of the cameras only?2) How does the monitor alert you that the battery is low? A flashing light or a beep?Thanks! « Show Less
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It turns on video and audio on the camera which detects sound. You can adjust the volume at which it triggers the activation. Very handy if you have a white noise machine in the room. I don't think the camera alerts you if it's low on battery. It has a battery indicator in th corner showing remaining batter life. When it runs out it turns off
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The monitor is connected to a 12 volt source but is in kind of a dormant state until it gets the camera image. I have had no problems or any battery drain because of the monitor connection. The screen is off until you shift into reverse which causes the backup light power to the camera.
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I don't understand the comments below. I have model #02000-02 and yes, you can hear the audio from either camera you choose. Or, if you have the monitor in "scan" mode, it switches cameras every 8 seconds and the audio switches with it. I've been using this model for a few years and love it.
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Hi, I just bought the LifeCam VX-5000 and I have the same problem as Bonnie above. Could anyone tell me what version of windows and what version of skype they are using? I just want to get this to work. Thanks!
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Yes! Just go through the settings and pay attention to the VOX On or OFF display in the settings mode. Use the 'Channels Up' button to make the change. Hope that helps.
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The monitor will not scan. The settings are either fixed on either camera of your choice, or set on auto shuffle between the cameras, whereby the monitor will switch between each camera every several seconds. We also have 2 babies in two rooms, and this is the setting we use.
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I got this recently, but it seems to work like an older one that was lost. There are two 'on' modes. When you turn on the first one, it will allow alerts to activate it but doesn't broadcast the regular report loop like the second 'on' mode. I hope that makes sense.
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Microphone on camera is always on when the monitor is on. The monitor has to be on for the camera to work. The inside microphone is located on the side of the monitor and you push it in and hold it to talk. You could set the camera up to 'answer' the door, on automatic for camera, and then when the movement alarm goes off and someone comes to the door and rings the doorbell, you can push the talk button and ask them what they want, heard through the camera outside, without ever having to open the door.
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The monitor in the baby's room can be plugged in. It does not need batteries to work.In fact both units have AC adapters. Either can be plugged in or use batteries. I always leave the baby monitor (microphone) unit plugged in under my baby's crib. The parent unit (speaker) is plugged in when next to my bed at night, but I use the batteries when I am awake and carrying it with me.
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When you press the menu button (M) Longer than three seconds, The LED light (green) Is lit up or flashing. If it's flashing it is set on VOS. If you press the stop button the VOS will be off. If you press the button again it will flash meaning it's back on VOS. I have had a lot of trouble with this. I've also tried to change the recording mode so that it will record for a longer period of time but the quality is not as good. I have trouble with that as well. The pen works well if You want to record what you are saying at that time But I've had trouble with the VOS. I have only used the pen two or three times in the past year. One time I was able to record with the VOS and the other time I could Not get it to work correctly.
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I've never used this feature, but to answer you question my husband turned on the music. Apparently each of the 5 songs plays for about 30 seconds and then plays again,and again, and again for approximately 20 minutes. You select which song you want to play. I hope this answers your question. The monitor is really a sanity saver because it lets me do some things while the baby sleeps. One more thing, don't expect to see anything on the screen in bright sunshine. It is completely washed out in that kind of light, but well worth having outside because you can hear the baby when he wakes up. I wouldn't be without it. I've never used this feature, but to answer you question my husband turned on the music. Apparently each of the 5 songs plays for about 30 seconds and then plays again,and again, and again for approximately 20 minutes. You select which song you want to play. I hope this answers your question. The monitor is really a sanity saver because it lets me do some things while the baby sleeps. One more thing, don't expect to see anything on the screen in bright sunshine. It is completely washed out in that kind of light, but well worth having outside because you can hear the baby when he wakes up. I... » Read More I've never used this feature, but to answer you question my husband turned on the music. Apparently each of the 5 songs plays for about 30 seconds and then plays again,and again, and again for approximately 20 minutes. You select which song you want to play. I hope this answers your question. The monitor is really a sanity saver because it lets me do some things while the baby sleeps. One more thing, don't expect to see anything on the screen in bright sunshine. It is completely washed out in that kind of light, but well worth having outside because you can hear the baby when he wakes up. I wouldn't be without it. « Show Less
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I disagree that two units work properly together. I bought a second set of these same monitors to use with our second baby and they repeatedly interact with each other and lose the link to the base. I called VTech and was told that they run on the same frequency, so this will likely continue to be a problem. I would not recommend using two at the same time.
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Yes, it does. That is what the VOX or voice activated control is. It is that reason alone why I love this system. I haven't found another that does this. It is dark, off-like until your little one makes a noise. Then it will light up for you to see and hear on the screen! This way I don't have to keep going back to "check" the monitor. When it lights up, it alerts me!
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there is a built-in mic which allows you to hear your baby. the image is pretty good, but gets "grainy" after about 5ft distance. it also has night vision which i think is an excellent feature. the monitor allows for upto 4 cameras so if you purchase additional cameras, you can switch which camera you want to view.
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When our battery stopped working, I tried unsuccessfully to get a new battery. When I contacted the manufacturer, they told me that they do not sell replacement batteries. We wound up having to buy a new monitor (of a different brand that has a better battery that can be replaced if needed). The manufacturer may have changed this since then (fall of 2012), so you might try contacting them. Good luck!
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Thank you all for your comments and tips. Ive just exchanged the monitor for another unit and the replacement unit does not have the same first start/powering on flickering. Btw, i tested the original unit on a ps4, 2 diferent desktops, and a laptop each with their own cable but the result were the same. In the manual it stated that flickering is "normal" due to the nature of the LED backlit, and call support only when the monitor no longer power on due to the flickering. (...?)
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I would guess about 4 hours. I have had two other monitors and this last at least as long as the others if not more. So, 4 hours may seem short but its as good as the rest. But, I leave it plugged in by my bed when I sleep and only have it on battery during their naps when I am around the house. If you turn the video off (vox feature) the battery lasts forever. The vox feature will automatically turn the video and audio on if noise is made by the baby.