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Usage
Audio monitor up to 75 feet with sound indicator lights.

Price $73.44 to 89.99

Summary

This audio baby monitor has a good set of features, including battery backup for the baby unit, and eavesdrop protection. However the audio quality was poor.

The Good

• Eavesdrop protection
• Battery backup for baby unit
• Low static
• Sound indicator lights

The Bad

• Tin can sounding audio
• Low volume level

Full Review

Setup

The Graco iMonitor requires an initial automatic ‘synching’ between the parent base units. This procedure is fairly easy and quick. The battery cover of the baby unit is a bit hard to remove, requiring a Phillips and flat screwdriver. It is very important to make sure all cords stay out of the reach of the baby to avoid a strangulation accident!

Batteries and Charging

Parent units are supplied with Ni-Cad packs that require an initial charging of 16 hours before first use. Charge life is not specified. The parent units have both charging bases, and inputs for AC operation. The baby unit requires three AAA batteries (not included).

Range

Though advertised with a range of 2000 feet, like most claims, it is drastically affected by location and electronic interference. The range is very good up to 50 feet, good up to 75 feet, and poor beyond 100 feet. Light background static increases somewhat as the parent units are passed by a computer. However, no static comes from a 900MHz phone or another 900MHz monitor within six feet of the parent unit.

Audio Quality

Sound from the speakers is tinny, and the volume low.

Performance and Features

This monitor was comparable to other monitors in this price range with the added security digital signals provide.

Features:

• Battery backup in baby unit, in case of power failure
• Eavesdrop protected through digital encoded channels
• Sound indicator lights on parent units provide visual indication of baby’s sounds
• Can be plugged in, or operate by battery
• Out-of-range beep, low battery, and charging indicator lights on parent units
• Belt clips for convenience

Design

The baby unit on the Graco iMonitor has a narrow bottom and wide top, but it is still stable enough to use. The parent units are small and lightweight, but tip over easily when not in the charging base. We noticed that the rubber covers over the power input plugs on the parent units generally stick out and sometimes made it difficult to seat the units in the charging bases.

Manufacturer Specifications

Parent units: 2
Frequency: 900MHz, DECT (Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications)
Channels: 2
Range: 2000 feet maximun (with no obstructions or interference)

Buywise.Com Range: about 75 feet

Category: digital audio baby monitor with sound indicator lights

Parent Unit Included? Baby Unit Included?
Power Options Batteries (Rechargable)
Power cord Yes
Yes Batteries (Displosable)
Power cord No
Yes

Review Date: June 30th, 2008

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