V-tech COMPACT NOTEBOOK User manual

User's Manual

COMPACT NOTEBOOK

Dear Parent,

VTech

, we know that every child has a unique set of

strengths and interests. That’s why we created the

Artificial

Intelligence Learning

™ Series - a sophisticated set of learning

tools that track your child’s activity and respond by tailoring the

learning experience specifically to your child’s needs.

Every product in the

Artificial Intelligence Learning

™ Series

actually keeps a record of your child’s performance, and adjusts

the subjects and skill levels accordingly. The programs will

accelerate the skill level in a strong subject, and focus on subject

areas that require more work. All the while, your child is learning

through engaging, arcade-style games in which fun and learning

are seamlessly joined.

All the

Artificial Intelligence Learning

™ Series products feature

hi-tech, ergonomic designs, stereo sound, large LCD screens

and a plug-in mouse or touch screen - features that add a new

level of sophistication to your child’s learning experience. Also,

all the products were designed with portability in mind, so that

kids can bring the learning fun anywhere, anytime.

VTech

, we are committed to creating fun learning toys that

foster a child’s intellectual and social development. 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

Artificial Intelligence Learning

™

Series and other

VTech

toys, visit www.vtechkids.com

INTRODUCTION

Cartridge

Mouse pad

Mouse

Contrast button

Volume button

Basic buttons

LCD screen

Lock

On/Off button

Keyboard

Cursor pad

Right speaker

Left speaker

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for buying the VTech®Artificial Intelligence Learning™Compact Notebook.

The VTech®Compact Notebook is your child’s fun, sophisticated entry into the

world of hi-tech learning. With its engaging, arcade-style games, your child will

be entertained while getting a head start on subjects such as English, math, and

science. Plus, our unique Artificial Intelligence Learning™ system keeps track

of your child’s progress, and tailors the learning specifically to his or her needs.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

•Compact Notebook learning unit

• Bonus cartridge 1 - Which Sign?

• Bonus cartridge 2 - Music Mixer

•VTech®roller ball mouse

• Mouse pad

• Instruction manual

WARNING:

All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tabs are not part

of this toy and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

GETTING STARTED

Please remove the protective strip from the backup

battery cover by pulling on the plastic tab to avoid

losing saved information. The backup battery cover

is located on the bottom of the Compact Notebook.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the Compact Notebook is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the

Compact Notebook and open it.

3. Insert 4 “AA” size batteries as illustrated.

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND USING RECHARGEABLE

BATTERIES IN THIS UNIT.

4. Close the battery cover.

NOTE: The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.

IMPORTANT!!!

When replacing the 4 “AA” size batteries, make sure the backup battery is in place,

or the Compact Notebook is plugged into the wall outlet with a 9V adaptor.

Otherwise, you will lose all the information stored in the following applications: Phone

Book, Music Composer, Personal Profile, and Progress Report.

BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your Compact Notebook comes installed with a backup battery. To avoid damage

to the Compact Notebook from leaky batteries, replace the backup battery at least

once a year. To replace the backup batteries:

1. Make sure your Compact Notebook is turned OFF.

2. Locate the backup battery cover on the bottom of your

Compact Notebook.

3. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the cover and open it.

4. Insert 1 CR-2032 battery as illustrated, following the plus

(+) and minus (–) signs.

5. Replace the battery cover and screw it back on.

NOTE: While replacing the backup battery, the 4 “AA” size batteries must be kept

in the unit, or the Compact Notebook should be plugged into the wall

outlet with a 9V adaptor. Otherwise, you will lose all the information stored

in the following applications: Phone Book, Music Composer, Personal

Profile, and Progress Report.

Battery door

Plastic tab

Pull

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

BATTERY NOTICE

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

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use batteries of different types.

• Remove batteries from equipment when the unit will not be in use for a long time.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.

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

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

AC ADAPTOR

Use the VTech®adaptor or any standard adaptor complying with 9V 300mA

AC center-positive adaptor.

CONNECTING THE ADAPTOR

1. Make sure the unit is 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 a wall outlet.

5. Turn the unit ON.

NOTE: When the toy is not in use for long periods of time, unplug the adaptor.

STANDARD FOR ADAPTORS

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

• Only use 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.

IN THE U.S.A. : Many retailers carry this type of adaptor. However, if you are

unable to find one locally, the VTech®AC adaptor is perfectly suited to operate

your VTech®Compact Notebook. For information on how to purchase a VTech®

AC adaptor, call our Consumer Services Department at 800-521-2010 in the U.S.,

or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

MOUSE

Use the mouse only on a clean, flat surface, so that the roller ball is not damaged

and the cursor moves freely across the screen. Use only a mouse that is compatible

with VTech®products.

CONNECTING THE MOUSE

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

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

3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack.

USING THE MOUSE

1. Move the mouse in the direction you want the cursor to move.

2. Click on the mouse button to make a selection.

CLEANING THE MOUSE

1. Following the arrows, use a screwdriver to open the cover on

the bottom of the mouse.

2. Take the ball out of the mouse and use a dry cloth to clean

the mouse and the ball.

3. Place the ball back into the mouse, place the cover back onto

the mouse and screw the cover closed.

CARTRIDGE

Make sure the unit is turned OFF. Insert the cartridge into the cartridge slot on the

right side of the unit. Turn the unit ON and press the Cartridge button to begin play.

Mouse button

Mouse door

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. HOW THE INTELLI-SYSTEM WORKS

For all of our Artificial Intelligence Learning™Series units, we have created a

unique Intelli-System, which aims to help you learn as much as possible, in a way

that is best suited to you.

How does the system work? As you play, the Intelli-System is always running,

and keeping track of how you do in each individual subject. After you’ve completed

enough games, the Intelli-System has enough information to guide your learning:

it knows when you should switch to another subject, which level of an activity is

best for you, and which subjects you could use more work on. Simply put, the

Intelli-System teaches you what you need to learn.

2. LEARNING MODES

In the Compact Notebook, you can choose from 3 different learning modes:

- Menu Mode

- Intelli-Challenge

- Adventure

MENU MODE - YOU CONTROL THE ACTION!

Pick the games and subjects you want to explore! How about Word games? Math

games? Or would you like Social Studies or Science? Check out the Main Menu

to get started.

INTELLI-CHALLENGE - WATCH THE INTELLI-SYSTEM WORK!

In this learning mode, the Intelli-System takes over and challenges you with all

kinds of different subjects and questions. You can choose from Fun Mode and

Challenge Mode.

FUN MODE

This mode is best when you want to relax and have some fun. The Intelli-System

will choose questions for you on subjects you’ve done particularly well in, or from

games that you have played often and enjoy most.

CHALLENGE MODE

Now you’re in for a real challenge! The Intelli-System will test you with questions

from a subject area that may not be as familiar to you, and in which you could

use a little practice.

To access the Intelli-Challenge, press the key on the keyboard or select

Intelli-Challenge from the Main Menu.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

ADVENTURE - RESCUE ANIMALS IN A JUNGLE ADVENTURE!

All the jungle animals were living quite peacefully together, when one day, a hunter

came along and trapped them! The animals need your help - please rescue them!

But first, you must face the hunter’s brain-twisting challenges.

To access the Adventure mode, press the key on the keyboard, or select

the icon from the Main Menu.

3. SUBJECTS AND CURRICULUM

All of our Artificial Intelligence Learning™ units provide an extensive set of

activities in many subjects and curriculum areas. The Compact Notebook contains

over 70 activities, which cover 12 different curriculum areas.

Subject Curriculum

English Vocabulary

Spelling

Grammar

Math Basic Math

Logic Skills and Reasoning

Social Studies U.S. History

World History

U.S. Geography

World Geography

Science Earth and Space

Life Sciences

Physical Sciences

4. KEYBOARD LAYOUT

BASIC BUTTONS

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Press and hold this button to turn the Compact Notebook ON.

Press this button again to turn the unit OFF.

Press this button to let the Intelli-System pick the curriculum that

best fits you. Pick Fun Mode to play your favorite games, or

Challenge Mode to play some more challenging games.

Press this button to display the Main Menu.

Press this button to play the Jungle Adventure, where you can

learn and play on a journey to save a group of animals.

Press this button to access different tools.

Press this button to review your score in different curriculum areas.

You can also use this utility to start a new game.

Press this button to play a cartridge-based activity.

Press the Volume button to change the sound level of the

speaker. Use the mouse or arrow keys to set a volume level

on the control panel.

Use the Contrast button to change the darkness/lightness of the

screen.

To reset your unit if it stops or freezes up, use the tip of a paper

clip, or a similar object without a sharp tip to gently press the

Reset button.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

KEYBOARD

The VTech®Compact Notebook has a full alphanumeric keyboard with a music

keyboard function, as well as these special keys:

FUNCTION KEYS

Press this key to exit an activity. Press the Esc key a few times

to go back to the Main Menu.

Press this key to clear any typing off the screen.

Press this key to make your typed text appear in capital letters.

Press once to turn Caps Lock on; press again to turn it off.

Press this key together with a letter key to capitalize the letter.

You can also use this key to access the alternate letters/symbols

above some keys.

Press this key to repeat a question or its curriculum area.

Press the Answer key to see the correct answer to a question. You

will not receive points if you use this key.

Press this key to access the symbol menu. Use the arrow keys

to go to a symbol, then press the Enter key or click the mouse

button to select it.

When typing, use this key to insert a space between

words or numbers. The Space bar has special

functions in some activities, e.g. toggling the

highlighted area in Number Search.

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