V-tech 91-02239-001 User manual

Nitro Jr. Notebook™

2007 VTech

Printed in China

91-02239-001

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Dear Parent,

At VTech®we know that in order to effectively reach kids, today’s

learning tools have to be plugged into the fast-paced world around

them. That’s why we created the Grade School Learning Series – an

engaging set of stylized, interactive computers specially designed to

get grade-school kids up to speed with their fast-paced, tech-savvy

world.

Every product in the Grade School Learning Series covers a wide

range of school basics – math, language, logic, music, and even computer

skills. Activities are presented in a fast-paced, arcade-game style that

kids will recognize and enjoy. Each learning machine is loaded with

hi-tech features such as a music composer, a computer tutorial, challenging

games, and a real cursor mouse—tools that go hand-in-hand with the

way kids learn, play and use information. And of course, each laptop

is designed to travel easily along with a busy grade-schooler.

With the Grade School Learning Series, kids can access a way to

learn that closely matches the way they already live and play. We

thank you for trusting VTech®with the important job of helping your

child learn and succeed.

Sincerely,

Your Friends at VTech®

To learn more about the Grade School Learning Series and other

VTech®toys, visit

www.vtechkids.com

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Nitro Jr. Notebook™.

The Nitro Jr. Notebook™ is a diverse and fun learning toy specically designed to capture

children’s imaginations! Enter a world of learning fun with 8 different cartridges packed

with interactive games that teach school basics – the alphabet, vocabulary, math, nature

and science, social studies, art, music and more!

With 50 activities, vivid animations, fun sound effects and upbeat melodies you’ll be ready

to take the learning world by storm!

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

- VTech

Nitro Jr. Notebook™

- Cursor mouse

- User’s manual

- 8 cartridges

On/Off key

QWERTY

keyboard

LCD screen

Volume switch

8 cartridges

Cursor mouse

Cartridge slot

Contrast switch

Cartridge compartment

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GETTING STARTED

WARNING:

All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are not part of this toy,

and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

GETTING STARTED

POWER SOURCE

The Nitro Jr. Notebook™operates on 3 “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a VTech

adaptor (sold separately).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

NOTE: For best performance, remove all factory-installed

batteries and use new, alkaline batteries.

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover at the bottom of the unit, open

the battery door.

3. Install 3 new “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated.

4. Close the battery cover.

IMPORTANT: Please replace the batteries in about 15 seconds or you will lose any saved

information.

BATTERY NOTICE

• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to avoid leakage.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

•

Do not mix batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable

(nickel-cadmium).

• Remove the batteries from the equipment when the unit will not be used for an

extended period of time

• Always remove exhausted batteries from the equipment.

• Do not dispose of batteries in re.

• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.

• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

• Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are to be used.

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

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GETTING STARTED

AC-DC ADAPTOR

Use a standard 9V 300mA AC/DC adaptor. We recommend the use of a VTech®

9V AC/DC adaptor.

CONNECTING THE ADAPTOR

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the adaptor jack on the back of the unit.

3. Insert the adaptor plug into the unit’s adaptor jack.

4. Plug the adaptor into an electrical outlet.

5. Turn the unit ON.

Note: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended period of time, unplug the adaptor.

ADAPTOR NOTICE

• The toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old

• Use only the recommended adaptor with the toy

• The adaptor is not a toy

• Never clean a plugged in toy with liquid

• Never use more than 1 adaptor

• Do not leave the toy plugged in for extended periods of time

NOTICE TO PARENTS

Regularly examine the adaptor, checking for damage to the cord, plug, transformer or

other parts. Do not use the adaptor if there is any damage to it. The demo tag should be

removed automatically when the product is taken out of the packing. If the demo tag is still

in position when you begin play, please remove it from the bottom of the unit to activate

normal play mode.

CURSOR MOUSE

Use only a mouse that is compatible with VTech® products.

CONNECTING THE MOUSE

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the mouse jack on the back of the unit.

3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack.

USING THE MOUSE

1. Press the cursor key to select an activity from the main menu or to answer questions

in individual activities.

2. Press Enter to conrm choice.

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PRODUCT FEATURES

8 SPECIFIC LEARNING CARTRIDGES

With the 8 cartridges, you can choose from different categories of learning and play:

• Language Arts

• Math Explorer

• Nature and Science

• World Discovery

• Social Studies

• Music Studio

• Art Album

• Game Time

AUTO LEVEL UP AND DOWN

After continuously achieving 80-100 points for 3 rounds, the difculty level will automati-

cally increase. If the score is lower than 60 points for each round, after 3 rounds, it will

decrease.

AUTO POWER OFF

To preserve battery power, the Nitro Jr. Notebook™will automatically shut off after several

minutes without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the ON/OFF button.

HOW TO PLAY

TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF

Press to turn the unit ON. Press again to turn the unit OFF.

ACTIVITY SELECTION

When the unit is turned ON, you will see a short opening scene before entering the Main

Menu. Here, activities will cycle through automatically on the screen and you will hear

the activity names.

You can choose one of the 50 activities in one of these ways:

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HOW TO PLAY

1. Press the Enter key when you see an activity you like.

2. Use the direction keys on the mouse or keyboard to select the

activity you like and press the Enter key to conrm.

3. Type the activity number and press the Enter key to conrm.

4. Press the Activity key at any time to enter the main menu. You

can choose an activity using the above methods.

5. Inserting a cartridge into the slot will enter the submenu of that

category. An activity can be chosen using the methods previously

described.

PLAYER MODE SELECTION

Hold the Shift key and simultaneously press the Player key to switch between one-player

and two-player modes.

COMPETITION:

After a question is given, player one or player two should press the Player

1 or Player 2 key before inputting the answer. If the answer is not correct, the chance will

be given to the other player.

Players can play two-player games in the following activities:

• 09 Word Maze

• 15 Complete the Addition

• 16 Subtraction Rescue

• 45 Memory Challenge

• 49 Animated Pairs

LEVEL SELECTION

Pressing the Level key will take you to the level selection screen. Use the arrow keys, the

number keys or mouse to select a level and then press the Enter key to conrm.

CONTRAST CONTROL

Slide the Contrast switch to adjust the screen contrast.

VOLUME CONTROL

Slide the Volume switch to adjust the volume.

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HOW TO PLAY

KEYBOARD FUNCTION

Your Nitro Jr. Notebook™has a QWERTY keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard. It

also features the function keys below.

FUNCTION KEYS

Number Keys: Press these keys to input numbers during activities or in the

activity menu.

Symbol Keys:

Hold the Shift key and press the number keys to input symbols

in Text Editor.

Letter Keys: Press these keys to input letters in related activities.

Musical Note Keys: Press these keys to input musical notes in related activities.

Pause: Press this key to insert a pause in your song in Melody Maker.

Objects Keys: Press these keys to add animal sounds into the song in

Remix Circus.

Esc: Press this key to exit the current activity.

Activity: Press this key to show the main menu.

Level: Press this key to show a menu for setting the difculty level.

Player: Hold down the Shift key and press this key to switch from

one-player mode to two-player mode and vice versa.

Player 1/Player 2: When in two-player mode, press these keys to switch players

when taking turns.

Repeat: Press this key to repeat an instruction or question.

Answer: Press this key to see the correct answer to a question.

Help: Press this key to hear an instruction or receive a hint in

certain activities.

Space Bar: Press this key to insert a space between letters or numbers in

Text Editor.

Demo Button:

Press this key to watch an introductory animation that showcases

your Nitro Jr. Notebook™.

Arrow Keys:

Press the arrow keys to move the cursor up, down, left, and right.

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ACTIVITIES

Backspace: Press this key to erase the character to the left of the cursor

or to undo the last action in certain activities.

Delete:

Press this key to delete all input in Text Editor and Party Faces.

Insert: Hold the Shift key and press the Insert key to insert a picture in

Text Editor and Stamp Fun.

Enter: Press this key to enter an activity or to conrm your answer.

Record: Press this key to start recording your song in Melody Maker.

Stop: Press this key to stop recording your song in Melody Maker.

ACTIVITIES

Your Nitro Jr. Notebook™offers a total of 50 activities in 8 categories.

Index Activity Names Caterory Name

01 Follow Me

02 Alphabet Catch

03 Capital and Small

04 Word Show

05 Word Spy Language Arts

06 Beginning Letter

07 Missing Letter

08 Word Fever

09 Word Maze

10 Text Editor

11 Number Catch

12 Follow Me

13 Magic Counting

14 Balance Fun Math Explorer

15 Complete the Addition

16 Subtraction Rescue

17 What’s Missing?

18 What’s Missing II?

19 Ticktock Time

20 Animal Show

21 Find It

22 Feed the Animal Nature And Science

23 Odd One Out

24 Where Is My Home?

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ACTIVITIES

25 Town Visit

26 Town Rally

27 Vehicle Show World Discovery

28 Sound Engine

29 Follow Me

30 Odd One Out

31 Cake Maker

32 Odd One Out

33 Magic Life Social Studies

34 Daily Wonder

35 Before and After

36 Musical Note Catch

37 Follow Me

38 Melody Maker Music Studio

39 Remix Circus

40 Ear Tuner

41 Music Box

42 Stamp Fun

43 Party Faces Art Album

44 Slide Puzzle

45 What’s wrong?

46 Memory Challenge

47 Space Blaster Game Time

48 Push and Move

49 Carrot Patch

50 Animated Pairs

CARTRIDGE 1: LANGUAGE ARTS

Activity 01. Follow Me

You will see several letter mushrooms on the screen. Press the corresponding letters as

fast as you can before the leaves cover the screen!

Activity 02. Alphabet Catch

You will see several clams that quickly open and close their shells, briey showing a letter

inside. Use the arrow keys or mouse to catch the letters in alphabetical order before the

clam closes its shell!

Activity 03. Capital and Small

Use the arrow keys or mouse to move the ashlight and nd the lowercase letter that

matches the displayed uppercase letter. Press Enter to conrm your answer.

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