VAVA Baby Monitor Temperature Wrong? (Let’s Fix It Fast)

vava baby monitor temperature wrong

Worried about the VAVA baby monitor temperature wrong? Don’t worry, let’s fix it together!

The temperature reading your VAVA monitor picks up from the camera may be incorrect due to positioning, unclean temp sensor, or improper heat distribution.

In this guide, we’ll review the following:

  • Correct your baby camera’s placement.
  • Clean the sensor on your VAVA camera.
  • Hard reset the monitor and your camera.
  • Stabilize your environment’s temperature.
  • Reset the monitor and camera to defaults.

For a detailed breakdown of the above-mentioned solutions, keep reading further!

VAVA Baby Monitor Temperature Wrong – 5 Quick Steps!

Tip: Use an independent thermometer to compare the room’s actual temperature with the camera readings on your VAVA monitor. 

1. Fix the Baby Camera’s Placement

fix the baby camera’s placement

If the temperature readings of your VAVA baby camera are several degrees warmer than they should be, it’s possible that the camera is next to a heat source or a conductor.

So, while the readings may not be accurate to the last bit, you can eliminate the few degrees of fluctuation.

So, head on to your baby’s room and check if you’ve accidentally placed the camera under the A/C or another device that emits heat.

Also, remember that nearby electronics could be also responsible for the inaccurate reading of the monitor. 

2. Clean the Camera’s Temp Sensor

clean the camera’s temp sensor

To achieve the best VAVA baby monitor temperature accuracy, the temperature sensor on your VAVA baby camera must be free of dust and obstructions. 

With an obstructed camera thermometer, you may even be observing frequent losses in the temperature reading and frequently witness false alerts.

How to Locate the VAVA Camera Temp Sensor?

Although the temperature sensor’s integration is different across VAVA baby camera models, you can typically find a small opening (similar to a dial) on the side or back.

This is where the internal temperature is typically located, right underneath the dotted plate.

How to Clean the VAVA Camera Temp Sensor?

We recommend using a microfiber cloth to thoroughly clean the surface of the temperature sensor and ensure the camera fully dries up before reconnecting it to the power.

Additionally, you could also use a rubbing or isopropyl alcohol for the cleaning effects to last much longer.

3. Reset the Monitor & Camera’s Power

reset the monitor & camera’s power

If you’re still detecting inconsistencies between the room’s actual temperatures and the readings of your camera, we recommend a power reset. 

All it takes to power reset a device is to suspend the electrical supply for a longer period of time.

Let’s start with a monitor reset!

3.1 How to Power Reset VAVA Baby Monitor?

  1. Unplug the USB-C plug from the back of the monitor.
  2. Hold the “Power” button on the unit for 15 seconds.
  3. After the monitor shuts down, plug it back to power.
  4. Press the “Power” button again to start up and test.

3.2 How to Power Reset VAVA Baby Camera?

power reset vava baby camera
  1. Disconnect the camera’s A/C cord from the outlet.
  2. Unplug the other end from the back of the camera.
  3. Wait for 60 seconds until the camera discharges.
  4. Reseat the power adapter on both ends and test.

Tip: Check if there’s any damage to the power cords of either device!

4. Stabilize the Environment’s Temperature

Perhaps, the consistently cycling temperature readings of your VAVA baby monitor could be because of a fluctuating temperature in the baby’s room.

As established, the temperature sensor of the camera may not work flawlessly, but it should only be off by 0.5–1 degrees.

stabilize the environment’s temperature

So, based on the heating/cooling system, stabilizing the temperature may involve regulating the system’s temperatures, closing/opening windows for a short time, and dislocating heat sources. 

Here are general steps to stabilize the temperature in your baby’s room!

4.1 Optimize the Room’s Insulation

An effective tip is to ensure the baby’s room is properly insulated, especially during the winter, by pulling the curtains/blinds, sealing drafts (windows, doors, vents, shafts), and paying attention to the furniture’s placement.

As unusual as this may sound, adding a rug could help regulate the temperature level of the floor, especially if it is made out of a hard material.

4.2 Manage Heating/Cooling System

The setting of your heating/cooling system is critical regarding the appropriate air distribution in your baby’s room. 

Setting a heating/cooling schedule that’s changing constantly could cause the camera’s temperature readings to be several degrees off at all times.

We recommend picking a static temperature on your thermostat and managing the position of any third-party heating/cooling devices in your baby’s crib. 

4.3 Distribute the Temperature Equally

distribute the temperature equally

This is a specifically important step, as your VAVA baby monitor’s camera only senses the temperature at one end of the room.

If let’s say, the A/C in your baby’s room is on the opposite wall, it will be physically warmer next to the A/C, causing your camera’s readings to fall behind.

We recommend picking a central spot for your baby’s bassinet along with a camera that’s both close and not too close to the heating/cooling source. 

5. Reset the Monitor to Default Settings

If you still have the VAVA baby monitor temperature wrong reading, it’s time for a factory reset.

All the VAVA monitor needs to reset is a continuous press of the “RESET” button on the back panel for approximately 10–15 seconds.

reset the monitor to default settings

However, keep in mind that this procedure will erase all of your monitor’s settings, including the connection with the camera, so only proceed if you’re aware of the consequences. 

Follow these instructions to factory reset the VAVA baby monitor:

  1. Ensure the VAVA monitor and camera are both powered on.
  2. Locate the “RESET” button on the back of the VAVA monitor.
  3. While plugged in, hold the button for roughly 10–15 seconds.
  4. Confirm the reset once a prompt pops up on the monitor unit.
  5. Next, release the button once the monitor’s display goes off.
  6. Wait until the monitor reboots and the OS settings are cleared.

While the monitor is resetting, do not press any buttons or interact with the device in any way.

Cancelling the factory reset may cause further irreversible OS issues with the monitor, so only begin to interact once the display has lit up, and you’re ready to configure your VAVA camera.