V-tech Knowledge Key PC User manual

User’s Manual

Knowledge KeyTM PC

Printed in China

91-01453-006-000

Dear Parent:

At VTech®we know that a child has the ability to do

great things. That’s why all of our electronic learning

products are uniquely designed to develop a child’s mind

and allow them to learn to the best of their ability.

Whether it’s learning about letters, numbers, geography

or algebra, all VTech®learning products incorporate

advanced technologies and extensive curriculum to

encourage children of all ages to reach their potential.

When it comes to providing interactive products that

enlighten, entertain and develop minds, at VTech®we

see the potential in every child.

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................... 1

POWER SOURCE ........................................................................................1

BATTERY INSTALLATION .........................................................................2

CURSOR CONTROL .............................................................................. 2-3

CONTRAST SWITCH ..................................................................................3

VOLUME SWITCH .......................................................................................3

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF ...........................................................................3

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS ........................... 4-6

TO BEGIN PLAY .......................................................................................... 7

ACTIVITY DIRECTIONS ...................................................................... 8-11

SCORING ..................................................................................................... 12

HOW TO PLAY WITH THE MATCHBOOKS ........................................ 12

CARE AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 13

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy! We

at VTech®are committed to providing the highest quality products to entertain and

educate your child. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call our

Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in

Canada.

Knowledge Key™ PC features a large, clear LCD screen that displays hundreds

of friendly animated pictures and vivid sound that actively encourages children.

With 24 different activities to choose from, children can spend countless enjoyable

hours learning.

POWER SOURCE

Knowledge Key™ PC operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6).

Volume switch

Contrast switch

Cursor control

Keyboard

LCD screen

Speaker OFF Key

ON Key

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit

and open it.

3. Insert 4 “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated.

(The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended

for maximum performance.)

4. Replace the battery cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

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

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use batteries of different types.

• Remove the batteries from the unit when it will not be used for an extended period

of time.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.

NOTE: If for some reason the unit stops working, please follow these steps:

1. Please turn the unit OFF.

2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.

3. Press and hold the ON button for 3 minutes.

4. Replace the batteries.

5. Turn the unit ON. The unit will now be ready to play again.

If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-

2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

CURSOR CONTROL

The cursor control is designed especially for the

Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy. To remove the

cursor control from the keyboard, lift the front end. To

attach it to the keyboard, click the mouse securely

back into the storage area.

CURSOR CONTROL OVERVIEW

Cursor Buttons: Use the arrow keys on the cursor control

to move the cursor left, right, up or down. The cursor

buttons are also used as color-coded answer keys in the

Matchbook activity (sold separately).

Enter Buttons: Press any of the three buttons on the top

to confirm your answer. This is the same as pressing the

ENTER key.

Shaking Sensor: Shake the cursor control and see silly

animations on the screen! You can trigger the sensor inside

the cursor control by holding it firmly and shaking it.

CONTRAST SWITCH

Adjust the image on the screen by sliding the Contrast Switch upward for

higher contrast and downward for lower contrast.

VOLUME SWITCH

Adjust the volume by sliding the Volume Switch upward to raise the volume

and downward to lower the volume.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

If there is no input into the VTech®Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy for about

5 minutes, it will automatically shut itself off to save power. If no button is pressed

after turning the unit ON, it will automatically shut off in about 30 seconds. To turn

the unit back ON after an automatic shut off, press the ON button. If the VTech®

Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy is not going to be used for a long period of time,

we recommend that you remove the batteries.

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS

The Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy has a full alphanumeric keyboard.

ON BUTTON

Press the ON button to turn the unit on and start the 24 fun activities

in Knowledge Key™ PC.

OFF BUTTON

When you’ve had enough learning for one sitting, press the OFF button.

LANGUAGE ARTS BUTTON

There are 7 language activities built in Knowledge Key™ PC. To get

them started, press the LANGUAGE ARTS button when the unit is ON.

MATHEMATICS BUTTON

7 math activities teach you to count, add, subtract and solve problems. To

get them started, press the MATHEMATICS button when the unit is ON.

LOGIC & GAMES BUTTON

Have fun while training your mind to think logically! Press the LOGIC

& GAMES button when the unit is ON and let the games begin.

MUSIC BUTTON

Here you can create your own tunes as well as listen to your favorite

melodies! Press the MUSIC button when the unit is ON.

OFF

MATCHBOOK BUTTON

Press the MATCHBOOK button when you want to play with the SMART

START®Matchbooks (sold separately). Please read more about the

Matchbooks in the section of this manual entitled HOW TO PLAY WITH

THE MATCHBOOKS.

LETTER KEYS

Use the Letter keys when inputting answers for word-related activities. The

QWERTY layout will familiarize your child with standard computer keyboards.

NUMBER KEYS

Use the Number keys when inputting the answers in number-related activities. The

number keys may also be used to select a level when the Level key is pressed

or to select a song when Music Box is activated.

MUSIC KEYS

Use the Music keys to create a song in Melody Maker. Three additional function

keys are: PLAY (allows you to listen to the song you have created), PAUSE (inserts

a pause or rest into the music), and RESET (clears the song that you have created

so you can start a new one).

PLAY

PAUSE

RESET

FUNCTION KEYS

Press the DEMO key while in the main menu to see a short demonstration

of all the activities in every category before returning to the category

selection screen. Press the DEMO key during activity selection to see a

demonstration of all the activities within the selected category before

returning to the activity selection screen. If the DEMO key is pressed when

a player is in an activity, it will only demonstrate that particular activity.

Once the demonstration is done, it will return to that activity.

Press the DELETE key to erase letters or numbers before you press the

ENTER key.

Press the ENTER key to confirm your answer after you have typed or

selected the answer to a question.

The HELP key is available within certain activities. Press this key to see

a hint that will aid you in answering a question.

Press the REPEAT key to repeat the instructions or the question.

Press the ANSWER key, when you are stuck, to learn the correct answer

to any question.

Press the LEVEL key to change the difficulty level within an activity. There

are three levels of play within some of the activities. The level 1 is the

easiest and the level 3 is the most challenging. Levels can be changed

at any time during an activity.

Press the MENU key to go back to the main menu screen where you can

choose to enter a new category.

Press the ESC key to quit the present game and go back to the activity

selection screen and choose a new activity. Press ESC again will bring

you back to the main menu screen.

DEMO

DELETE

ENTER

HELP

REPEAT

ANSWER

LEVEL

ESC

TO BEGIN PLAY

• Turn on your Knowledge Key™ PC learning toy by pressing the ON key.

• Press the Language Arts, Mathematics, Logic & Games or Music button to select

the category you wish to play. Or you can use the cursor buttons to select the

category on the screen and press the ENTER key to confirm. Once in your chosen

category, you can select an activity within the category and press the ENTER

key to get ready to play.

• Set the level of play by pressing the LEVEL key. The default is Level 1.

LEVEL HELP SCORING

LANGUAGE ARTS Learning Letters

Alphabet Order

Letter Pairs

Odd One Out

Letter Hunt

Word Search

Type in Time

MATHEMATICS Counting

Addition

Subtraction

Math Quiz

More or Less

Fish the Number

Learn the Shape

LOGIC & GAMES Picture Parts

Carrot Jump

Build-a-Burger

Direction Match

Black & White

Pair Up

Front & Back

MUSIC Music Box

Melody Maker

Music Video

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