KidSmart 10012VSD Vocal Smoke Alarm (White)
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KidSmart 10012VSD Vocal Smoke Alarm (White) Details
Manufacturer: KidSmartBrand: KidSmart
Release Date: 2005-09-14
Model: 10012VSA
Color: White/Gray
Product features:
- Smoke detector lets parents record a personalized message in their own voice as an alarm
- Nearly three times as effective for waking children compared to traditional smoke detectors
- Directional speaker can be aimed at a child's pillow to ensure effectiveness
- Record a personalized wake-up message and escape instructions for every bedroom
- Measures 6.25 x 3 inches (Diameter x Height)
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Customer Reviews of KidSmart 10012VSD Vocal Smoke Alarm (White)
Customer Review: KidSmart is Parent Smart Too
Summary: 5 Stars
I wasn't looking for talking smoke alarms when I found this one at Target. The package indicated that the effective rate was near perfect for smaller children, so I decided to try it.
First off, you'll notice the unit is heavier compared to regular detectors. It contains a very high quality speaker with a large magnet in order to produce the volume required to wake your child up. After listening to my recorded voice I was suprised at the clarity and quality. I returned to the recording mode and recorded my message at a shouting level. The Kidsmart repeated me perfectly, only twice as loud as I shouted .
Recording is simple. It requires 4 AA batteries (Included with the machine), instead of 9 volts. If you have kids, most of their toys run on AA's, so replacements are more readily available for me. Personally I only needed 9V for the Smoke detectors, so I no longer have to keep them on hand.
Immediatly, I can see a difference compared to older "tone" type machines:
The old machine is loud, my kids would put their hands over their ears fiegn pain and complain that it is too loud. This makes me wonder if they would just pull sheets/pillows up over their heads when awakened in the middle of the night.
However, with the KidSmart I already see the "Fun Factor". it grants permission to do something fun; "Get out of bed", "Go downstairs" and "Go to the next door nieghbors house". When I test the machine, they mimic it and say "I should go over to Shannon's house, right?", followed by a very happy "Alright". When my son has friends over, he points out "It talks", "It tells me to go next door", etc.
I believe the constaint reinforcement of what to do in an emergency will make a difference when the time comes. I dont even have to tell them, I just hit the test button and they "Fire Drill" themselves.
These units typically go for $60-70. But they can be had for about $35, if you shop it around some.
Description of KidSmart 10012VSD Vocal Smoke Alarm (White)
A house fire is a terrifying prospect, even more so if you have children. To help set your mind at ease, KidSmart has developed a better smoke alarm that is built with children in mind. Specifically designed for the sleeping rooms of adolescents, the KidSmart 10012VSA Vocal Smoke Alarm is the only smoke detector that allows parents to record a personalized message in their own voice, instructing children to wake up and escape safely during an emergency. For example, you could record a message that announces, "Johnny wake up! This is Mom. There's a fire. Stay low and meet us by the mailbox. Johnny wake up!"
 To help set parents' minds at ease, KidSmart has developed a better smoke alarm with children in mind. |
 Record a personalized message in your own voice that instructs your kids to wake up and escape safely during an emergency. View larger. |
 This smoke alarm is easy to install and powered by four AAA batteries (included). View larger. |
You can record customizable instructions for every bedroom, so each child can receive a personalized set of escape instructions. KidSmart knows that practice is the best way to be prepared when a fire strikes. This alarm has a built-in "Fire Drill" feature that facilitates practice and tests the effectiveness of the alarm and your instructions. Other features include a high-quality, directional alarm speaker that allows you to aim your voice at your child's pillow to help ensure the wake up command and instructions are heard during an emergency.
This smoke alarm is easy to install and powered by four AAA batteries (included). As with all smoke alarms, the battery strength should be tested regularly for safety.
What's in the Box
KidSmart 10012VSA vocal smoke alarm and four AAA batteries.
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