the temperature reading on the monitor is way off, showing 85 degrees when the room is 70

— asked by Riley

Quick answer: The temperature sensor is in the camera, and it's being fooled by its own heat or a draft. The camera's electronics generate a little warmth.

Diagnosis

The temperature sensor is in the camera, and it's being fooled by its own heat or a draft. The camera's electronics generate a little warmth.

How to Fix It

First, check the camera's placement. Is it sitting directly on a warm baby appliance, in direct sunlight, or crammed in a corner with no air flow? Move it to a more open spot, at least a foot away from any heat source, and wait 30 minutes for the reading to stabilize.

If That Didn't Work

You can manually calibrate the temperature display. On the monitor, go to Menu > Temperature > Calibration. Use the arrows to adjust the offset up or down until it matches a known good thermometer in the same room. This doesn't fix the sensor, but it corrects the display.

Heads Up

The temperature reading is best used as a relative guide, not a laboratory-grade measurement. Watch for big swings rather than the exact number.

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