V-tech Monster Fun User manual

Scholastic was founded in 1920 with the

mission of encouraging a lifelong love

of reading, learning, and celebrating

childrens’ individuality and creativity. We

invite you to experience our new collection

of quality toys which reinforce the vital

connection between fun and learning

through play.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

BATTERY INSTALLATION ............................................. 1

AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION ..................................... 2

MOUSE CONNECTION ............................................... 3

MOUSE OVERVIEW ....................................................

MOUSE MAINTENANCE ..............................................

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

CONTRAST SWITCH ................................................... 4

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF............................................... 4

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS ............. 4

THE KEYBOARD ......................................................... 5

TO BEGIN PLAY ........................................................ 8

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES ..................................... 9

LURKING LETTERS ......................................................

MISCHIEVOUS MATH................................................

GHOULISH GAMES...................................................

TASTY TUNES ...........................................................

SCORING ................................................................. 14

ONE-PLAYER MODE..................................................

TWO-PLAYER MODE .................................................

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................... 14

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Monster Fun learning toy! We 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. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

Monster Fun features a large, clear LCD screen that displays hundreds of animated

pictures and a friendly monster voice that actively encourages children. With 32 different

activities to choose from, children can spend countless enjoyable hours learning.

POWER SOURCE

Monster Fun operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a 9V 300mA AC

center-positive adaptor (not included).

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.

Keyboard release button

LCD screen

Membrane selector

Keyboard

Mouse

Mouse pad

Volume switch

Contrast switch

BATTERY NOTICE

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

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• Do not use batteries of different types.

• Remove the batteries from the learning toy 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 program/activity stops working, please follow these steps:

1. Please turn the unit OFF

2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.

3. Let the unit stand for a few minutes; then replace the batteries.

4. Turn the unit ON. The unit is now ready for play again.

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

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

AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION

Use a standard 9V 300mA AC center-positive adaptor.

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Locate the adaptor jack on the side 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.

In the U.S.A.: Many retailers carry this type of adaptor. However, if you are unable

to find one locally, the AC Adaptor is perfectly suited to operate your Monster Fun

learning laptop. For information on how to purchase a AC Adaptor, call our Consumer

Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

NOTE: If for some reason the program/activity stops working, it may be the result

of the adaptor connection. Please follow these steps:

1. Please turn the unit off and unplug the adaptor for 15 seconds.

2. Reinsert the adaptor plug into the adaptor jack.

3. Turn the unit ON.

If the problem persists, it may be the result of the adaptor’s wiring or the unit. Please

contact our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-

267-7377 in Canada.

MOUSE CONNECTION

DETACHING THE MOUSE FROM THE MAIN UNIT.

Please note that the mouse should not be detached completely from the unit. It

has a retractable cord and is intended to be used attached to the unit.

1. Locate the mouse on the back of the unit.

2. Lift the back end of the mouse away from the main unit.

3. Gently pull the mouse cord out until fully extended.

RETURNING THE MOUSE TO THE MAIN UNIT

1. Place mouse cord carefully back inside the main unit.

2. Click the mouse securely back into the storage area.

MOUSE OVERVIEW

Once the mouse is free from the unit you may move the mouse cursor around the

screen freely. The mouse has a roller ball in it and therefore should be used on a

flat surface. A mouse pad is ideal, but you may also try a piece of paper, a notebook

or a magazine. A clean flat surface is important to be able to use your mouse effectively.

Your mouse is very easy to use. To use the mouse, push it in the direction that

you would like the pointer on the screen to move. To move the pointer to the

right side of the screen, push the mouse to the right. To move the pointer to the

left side of the screen, push the mouse to the left. To move the pointer to the top

of the screen, push the mouse away from you. To move the pointer to the bottom

of the screen, pull the mouse towards you.

MOUSE MAINTENANCE

To clean the mouse, you need to open the cover on the

bottom of the mouse by using a screwdriver. Twisting in

the direction of the arrows will release the cover. Once

the cover is removed, the mouse ball should be taken out

and the contents inside the mouse should be cleaned with

a dry cloth. The mouse ball should also be cleaned with

a dry cloth. Once you have finished cleaning the mouse,

place the mouse ball back into the mouse and screw the

cover back onto the mouse.

VOLUME SWITCH

Adjust the volume by sliding the Volume Switch to the right to

raise the volume and to the left to lower the volume.

LURKING

LETTERS

CONTRAST SWITCH

Adjust the image on the screen by sliding the Contrast Switch

to the right for higher contrast and to the left for lower contrast.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

If there is no input into the Monster Fun learning toy for about 8 minutes, the learning

toy will automatically shut itself off to save power. To turn the unit back on after

an automatic shut off, you will need to press the ON button again to restart the learning

toy. If the Monster Fun learning toy is not going to be used for a long period of

time, we recommend that you remove the batteries and unplug the adaptor.

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS

THE ACTIVITY SELECTOR

ON BUTTON

Press the ON button to turn the unit on and enter the wacky yet prestigious

halls of Monster Fun. A whole brigade of mischievous monster scholars

can’t wait for you to join them!

OFF BUTTON

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

to bid farewell to your monster friends. They’ll be waiting anxiously for

you to return!

LURKING LETTERS BUTTON

There are plenty of letter and word activities lurking in Monster Fun.

To get them started, press the Lurking Letters button at any time when

the learning toy is on.

OFF

MISCHIEVOUS MATH BUTTON

Do you think that math can be tricky? It’s not tricky! It’s just being

a little mischievous. Join the games to make yourself a master of

mathematics. Press the Mischievous Math button at any time to start.

GHOULISH GAMES BUTTON

Ready for some logic games? Press the Ghoulish Games button and let the

games begin!

TASTY TUNES BUTTON

Mmmm…I’m feeling hungry for some tasty tunes! Start up the music

by pressing the Tasty Tunes button and enter Monster Fun’s jamming

music studio.

DEMO BUTTON

Would you like to know how the activities are played? The DEMO button

is available at any time to show you. Pressing the DEMO button in the

main menu will demonstrate all of the activities in every category before returning

to the category selection screen. Pressing the DEMO button during activity selection

will cause Monster Fun to demonstrate all of the activities within the selected category

before returning to the activity selection screen. If the DEMO button 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.

THE KEYBOARD

The Monster Fun learning toy has a full alphanumeric QWERTY hard-key keyboard.

MISCHIEVOUS

MATH

GHOULISH

GAMES

TASTY

TUNES

DEMO

LETTER KEYS

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

layout will familiarize your child with the standard computer keyboard and typewriter.

NUMBER KEYS

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

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

song when the Ghoul Jams activity is activated.

NOTE KEYS

Use the Note keys to create a song or input a melody in the Monstrous Melodies and

Note Mimic activities. Three additional function keys are used only in the Monstrous

Melodies activity. The PLAY key allows you to listen to the song you have created.

The PAUSE key inserts a pause or rest into the music. During PLAY mode, the PAUSE

key allows you to stop the music. Pressing PAUSE again allows you to resume the

song where you left off. The RESET key clears the song that you have created.

CURSOR BUTTONS

Use the four cursor buttons to move the cursor to the right, to the

left, up or down on the screen. When used in combination with the

SHIFT key, the cursor buttons can be used to control the mouse

pointer on the screen.

FUNCTION KEYS

DELETE KEY

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

ENTER key.

HELP KEY

Press the HELP key if you need help within an activity. The help feature

will give you a hint to aid you in answering a question. Please note

that the HELP key is disabled in 2-Player Mode for all activities.

ENTER KEY

Press the ENTER key after you have typed or selected the answer to a question.

SHIFT KEY

Press this key together with the four directional cursor keys to control the

mouse pointer on the screen.

ANSWER KEY

Press the ANSWER key to learn the correct answer to any question. The

ANSWER key is disabled during the first player’s turn in 2-Player Mode

for all activities.

LEVEL KEY

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

are three levels of play within most of the activities. The first level is the

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

at any time during an activity.

PLAYER KEY

Press the PLAYER key at any time to change from single-player mode

to two-player mode. Please note that not all activities offer the two-player

mode option.

PLAYER A / PLAYER B KEYS

In 2-player head-to-head competition, when a question is asked, the

first person to press his or her player button will get the opportunity

to answer the question first. If this player does not answer correctly,

the other player has the opportunity to answer.

REPEAT KEY

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

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