V-tech KidiArt Studio User manual

User’s

Manual

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Dear Parent,

Your child’s proudest moments are en a parent’s

proudest moments. ere is nhing more special than the

light  a child’s es when th are proud  something

that th create themselves. At VTech®, we know that

each child learns in their own unique way, that’s why we

created KidiCreative™, a line  high-tech creative fun for

kids through hands-on electronic play. It’s a cool new way

to learn music or plore art and phography.

At VTech®, we are proud to provide parents with creative

alternatives to traditional play, while developing new and

innovative ways for children to learn while having fun.

We thank you for trusting VTech® with the important job

 helping your child plore a new world  learning!

Sincerely,

Julia Fitzgerald

Vice President, Marketing

Vtech Electronics, NA

To learn more about the KidiCreative™ and other VTech®toys, visit www.vtechkids.com

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM!

The KidiArt StudioTM is a unique interactive creative platform designed

especially for younger children. With the KidiArt StudioTM, children can

take off on wonderful journeys that unleash their creativity and imagination.

With a kid-friendly rotating camera, an interactive pen, and a removable,

touch-sensitive art pad, being creative has never been so easy. The KidiArt

StudioTM offers eleven activities, including drawing, stop motion movies,

fun paper crafts, custom E-cards, games and more. All of the activities

are done directly on the TV, and for an extra bonus, kids can even view,

manage, print and share their masterpieces by connecting the studio to a

PC. They can even send their favorite creations to friends and family!

Introduction

Adaptor Jack

Port to PC (In the back)

Cartridge Slot

Power On/Off Button

Port to TV

Exit

Help button

Stylus

Rotating Camera

Camera button

Table

TV Cable

PC Cable

Stool

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

for the table:

1. Insert the A, B, and C handles into the open slots on the left leg (as

shown above). Then insert the opposite ends into the open slots on the

right leg.

2. Make sure the handles are fully inserted into legs, and then screw the

6 nuts onto the outside of the handles (as shown above).

for the Stool:

Fully insert the top end of the 4 legs into the slots on the bottom of the

seat until they click into place.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• KidiArt StudioTM main unit with a rotative camera, a touch sensitive art

pad and a touch sensitive pen.

• Desk Stand for the art pad and stool

• PC USB connection cable

• TV connection cable

• Game cartridge --- KidiArt StudioTM

• CD-ROM --- KidiArt StudioTM

• Two user manuals

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

BATTERY INSTALLATION

• Make sure the panel is turned OFF.

• There are two sets of batteries, “Main batteries” and “Backup batteries.”

Locate the correct battery cover on the bottom of the panel:

Note:

1. Do NOT remove both sets of batteries at the same time. If both sets of

batteries need to be replaced, replace either set with new batteries rst

then the other set. Otherwise data saved in the main unit will be lost.

2. Remember to backup your artwork to the computer by connecting the

VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main unit to the PC before the batteries run

out.

Included In This Package & Getting Started

BACKUP BATTERIES MAIN BATTERIES

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Battery Notice & Product Features

• Remove the battery cover.

• Insert 4 “AA”(AM-3 / LR6) batteries as

illustrated.

BATTERY NOTICE

• The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum

performance.

• 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. Please note: To prevent data

loss, copy all photos and movies from KidiArt Studio™ to a PC before

removing batteries.

• 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.

PRODUCT FEATURES

ON/OFF Button

Press this button to turn the unit ON. Press this button again to turn the unit

OFF. Always do this before inserting or removing a game cartridge.

Automatic Shutoff

If there is no input to the KidiArt StudioTM for several minutes, the unit

will switch off to save power.

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Help Button

Press this button to hear the help instructions.

Exit Button

Press this button to exit the current page.

Internal Memory

The internal memory in the main unit is shared for all cartridges as artwork

storage. It can store approximately 25 pictures or 5 animations.

Note: Actual numbers may vary depending on graphics content.

TO BEGIN PLAY

CoNNeCt to a tV

You can play your VTech®KidiArt StudioTM by connecting to a TV through

the included A/V cable.

1. Make sure the main unit is turned OFF.

2. Insert a KidiArt StudioTM game cartridge into

the cartridge slot on the top of the camera. The

game cartridge should lock into place. Please

use care when removing the game cartridge

from the slot.

3. Connect the included A/V cable to your TV.

4. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to your

VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main unit.

To Begin Play

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5. Turn on the KidiArt StudioTM by pressing the

ON/OFF button. The green LED light will light

up to indicate that the unit is now on.

6. Follow the voice instructions to begin play.

Please see the User Manual of the inserted

game cartridge for more details and user

instructions.

CoNNeCtING to a PC

You can connect your VTech®KidiArt StudioTM to a computer through

the included PC USB cable, and then backup your creations for printing

or sharing.

Hardware Requirements:

CPU: Pentium®4 /1 GHz or above

Memory: 256MB

Video Adaptor: Graphic card with 1024 x 768 at 16 or 32 bit color

Monitor Resolution: 1024 x 768

USB 1.1 or higher

300MB Hard disk space

Windows®compatible sound card and speakers

Note: External USB hubs are not supported

Software Requirements:

Microsoft®Windows®2000, XP or Windows Vista®Operating System

Internet Explorer®version 6 or above

Adobe®Flash®Player 9 (To acquire the latest version of Flash player,

please visit www.adobe.com)

Note: Windows®98/Windows®ME/Windows®NT are not supported

Microsoft®Windows®is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation

in the United States and other countries. Adobe®, the Adobe logo,

Flash®are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems

Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Intel®, Pentium®

are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the United States and other

countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

To Begin Play

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THIS PRODUCT IS NOT ENDORSED OR SPONSORED BY ADOBE

SYSTEMS INCORPORATED, PUBLISHER OF FLASH.

PC Setup and Installation

1. Start Windows®2000/XP/Vista.

2. Insert the KidiArt StudioTM CD-ROM into the CD-ROM / DVD-ROM

drive of your computer.

3. If AutoPlay is enabled on your computer, the installation program will

be executed automatically. Please follow the on-screen prompts to

complete your installation.

4. If AutoPlay is not enabled, select Run from the Start menu and type

D:\setup.exe if your CD drive is D; if not, type the correct letter. Press

Enter and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.

Starting the KidiArt StudioTM PC Application

After installation is complete, there are two ways to use the VTech®KidiArt

StudioTM PC Application.

1. Start with the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main unit connected:

• Connect the included PC cable to a USB port

on your PC.

Note: Please always use the USB port on your

PC. USB hub connection is not supported.

• Connect the other end of the PC USB cable to

your VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main unit.

• Turn on the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main

unit by pressing the ON button. The PC

Application will start automatically.

• You can control the cursor by moving the touch

sensitive pen around the panel or by using the

PC mouse. Press down with the pen to select an object on the PC

screen (similar to pressing the PC mouse button).

2. If you have already backed up artwork to the PC, you can simply start

the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM PC application without connecting the

VTech®KidiArt StudioTM main unit to your PC.

Double click the VTech®Application Manager icon on the PC

desktop and start using the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM application.

To Begin Play

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Note: If the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM application does not start when

the VTech®Application Manager appears, press the KidiArt StudioTM

tab icon on the menu bar to start the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM

application.

USING THE PC APPLICATION

AUTOMATIC ARTWORK BACKUP

If you start the VTech®KidiArt StudioTM PC application with the main unit

connected and turned on, the automatic artwork backup will occur after

the opening animation.

When the artwork backup is completed, you will see a prompt asking you

to delete everything in the Studio. Press “Yes” if you want to clear all the

artwork in the main unit to free up space, or “No” to keep the artwork.

Note: Once you have transferred the artwork from the main unit to the

PC, you can always transfer it back to the main unit.

WARNING: Do not disconnect the main unit or close the VTech®

KidiArt StudioTM application while the automatic artwork backup is

in progress.

MANAGE YOUR ARTWORK IN “MY COOL STUFF”

Step 1. Cartridge Folder Selection

You can see all the KidiArt StudioTM cartridges you previously backed up

and they will appear as different folders. Click any folder to start managing

your artwork.

Note: Additional KidiArt StudioTM cartridges will be sold separately.

Using The PC Application

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