V-tech Tablet Notebook User manual

User’s Manual

Tablet Notebook

2003 © VTech

Printed in China

91-02058-000

Dear Parent

VTech®,

weknowthateverychildhasauniquesetofstrengthsandinterests.

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

focusonsubjectareasthatrequiremorework.Allthewhile,yourchild is learning

throughengaging, arcade-style games in which fun and learning areseamlessly

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

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for buying the VTech®

Tablet Notebook. The VTech® Tablet Notebook is an

electronic learning aid that challenges young minds with over 120 arcade-style activities,

in categories as diverse as English, math, languages, science, geography and history.

Our unique Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series technology will guide your child’s

learning according to how well he or she performs in each subject area. The VTech®

Tablet Notebook features sophisticated hi-tech touches such as a stylus pen that can be

used as an alternate way to play activities, and a removable screen that can be used as

a learn-on-the-go tablet. In addition, the VTech® Tablet Notebook has the ability to

exchange files with compatible personal computers.

Lock Button

Cursor Pad

Reset Button

Keyboard

Touch Pad

Release Button

Intelli-Challenge

Button

Main Menu

Button

Adventure Button

Utilities Button

Progress Report Button

Cartridge Button

PC Connection Button

LCD Screen

Volume

Control

Button

Contrast

Control

Button

Power

Button

Backup

Battery

Pen Slot

Stylus Pen

Cartridge Slot

PC Connection Jack

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INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• 4 bonus activity cartridges

• PC Connection cable

• Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Desktop Software CD-ROM

• 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.

GETTING STARTED

Before using your Tablet Notebook for the first time, remember to:

• Remove the protective strip by pulling out the plastic tab on the

backup battery cover. This is done in order to avoid losing saved

information.

NOTE: If your Tablet Notebook does not operate normally

when you take it out of the box, remove the plastic tab

between the right-hand speaker and the pen slot.

POWER SOURCE

The Tablet Notebook operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a VTech® 9V

adaptor (sold separately).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it.

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

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.

4. Close the battery cover.

NOTE: For best performance, remove all factory-installed batteries and use new,

alkaline batteries.

Important: When replacing the 4 “AA” size batteries, make sure the backup batteries are

in the unit, or the unit is plugged into the wall with a 9V adaptor. Otherwise you

will lose all information stored in the unit.

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BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your Tablet Notebook comes with a backup battery already installed. Before using the unit,

remove the protective strip from the backup battery by pulling out the plastic tab. To avoid

damage to the unit from leaky batteries, replace the backup battery at least once a year.

To replace the backup battery

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Using a small cross-head screwdriver, loosen the battery cover.

3. Insert 1 CR2032 size battery as illustrated.

4. Close the battery cover and tighten the screws to secure it.

Standard for battery toys

• Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries;

• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged;

• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision;

• Do not mix different types of batteries; Do not mix new and used batteries;

• Only use batteries of the recommended or equivalent type;

• Always insert batteries properly matching the plus (+) and minus (-) signs;

• Batteries that have run out of energy must be removed from the toy;

• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals;

• Do not use more batteries than recommended;

• Remove batteries from the toy if it will not be used for an extended period of time.

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

in the unit, or the unit must be connected to a plugged-in 9V adaptor.

Otherwise, you will lose all saved information.

DC ADAPTOR

Use a VTech® adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies with EN61558 DC 9V

300mA center-positive adaptor.

Connecting the adaptor

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Locate the adaptor jack on the right 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.

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

the adaptor.

Standard for toys with adaptor

• The toy 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 plugged-in for extended periods of time.

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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.

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. THE INTELLI-SYSTEM

All of our Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series units have a unique feature called

the Intelli-System, which helps you learn as much as possible in a way that fits you best.

Howdoesthesystemwork? Asyouplay,theIntelli-Systemisalwaysrunning,andkeeping

track of how you do in every subject. When you have played enough activities, 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.

These are two ways in which the Intelli-System helps you:

1. When you choose an activity in a certain subject from the Main Menu, the Intelli-System

checks to see how you’re doing in each curriculum of that subject. Then it automatically

chooses a curriculum that you need more practice in.

2. WhenyouchooseIntelli-ChallengefromtheMainMenu,theIntelli-Systempicksactivities

for you based on how you’ve done in the past. In Fun Mode, the Intelli-System picks

activities that you play often, or do very well in. In Challenge Mode, the Intelli-System

picks activities that are more challenging for you.

2. PLAY MODES

In the Tablet Notebook, you can choose from 3 different modes of play and learning:

- Menu Mode

- Intelli-Challenge Mode

- Adventure Mode

Menu Mode

Pickthegames and subjects youwant to explore! HowaboutWordgames?Mathgames?

Or would you like Social Studies or Science? Check out the Main Menu to get started.

Intelli-Challenge Mode

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

kinds of subjects. 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 from subjects you’ve done 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

subject areas that may not be as familiar to you, and in which you could use a little

practice.

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Adventure Mode-Wizardry

There are two ways to access theAdventure mode: by selecting theAdventure icon in the

Main Menu, or by pressing the Adventure button on the keyboard. In Adventure mode,

youare a wizard whose magic wand has been stolenby an evil enemy magician, who has

broken it apart and scattered it about the countryside. Your mission is to put the wand

back together, so you can face off against your evil enemy! To assemble the magic wand,

you must find and face four challenges at four activity hotspots. The activities at these

four hotspots are different every time, so you will never have the same adventure twice!

3. NUMBER OF PLAYERS

Press the “Player” key on the keyboard to switch between one-player mode and two-

player mode. The activities that may be played in two-player mode are:

• Balloon Blow Out

• Number Battle

• Dots & Boxes

• Reversi

4. GENERAL BUTTONS

Power Button

Press and hold this button for about 1 second to turn the unit ON. Press this button again

to turn the unit OFF.

Volume Control Button

Press this button to change the sound level of the speaker. When you press the Volume

Control button, a control panel will appear on the screen. Use the stylus pen to select the

volume level.

Contrast Control Button

Press this button to change the darkness of the screen. When you press the Contrast

Control button, a control panel will appear on the screen. Use the stylus pen to adjust the

darkness / lightness level.

Release Buttons

The Tablet Notebook is designed with a special feature: the board containing the LCD

screen can be popped out from the main unit and used as a handheld device. To use the

screen as a handheld device, slide the Release buttons on both sides of the unit with your

hands, and firmly pull the board out.

Release Button

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• Detach the screen from the main unit as shown below:

•Attach the screen to the main unit as shown below:

5. SHORTCUT KEYS

Main Menu Button Press this button to return to the Main Menu at any time.

Adventure Button Press this button to enter theAdventure Mode (see the PLAY

MODES section for more details).

Utilities Button Press this button to see a menu of tools you can use.

Progress Report Button Pressthiskey to see a reportof your progress ineach subject.

Cartridge Button Theunitcomes withfourcartridgeswiththese activities:Cluster

Cubes, Number Maze, Music Mixer and Think Fast. Once you

insert a cartridge into the cartridge slot, the activity on it will

automatically download to the unit, and you will be able to

select from the Cartridge Menu.

Here is how to insert a cartridge:

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Insert a cartridge, with the label facing up, into the cartridge slot.

3. Turn the unit ON.

4.PresstheCartridgebuttononthekeyboardtostarttheactivity

on the cartridge.

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PC Connection Button Press this button to move data between your unit and a PC.

Intelli-Challenge Button Pressthisbuttonto entertheIntelli-ChallengeMode.OurIntelli-

System, which keeps track of your progress in every subject,

will pick activities for you, based on how you’ve done in the

past. Choosing Fun Mode will give you activities you’ve done

well in, or have played often. Choosing Challenge Mode will

give you activities in which you need the most work.

6. KEYBOARD LAYOUT

Your Tablet Notebook has a full alphanumerical keyboard that doubles as a music

keyboard. You will also find the following function keys:

FUNCTION KEYS:

F1 - F13 These keys may be set up to start an activity with one touch, by

using the Bookmark utility.

Esc Key Press this key to exit the current activity.

Level Key Press this key to choose the difficulty level of an activity.

Caps Lock Key Press this key to type in capital letters.

Shift Key Press this key to capitalize letters. This key can also access the

alternate function of another key, when both are pressed at the

same time.

Help Key Press this key to see instructions for the current activity.

Repeat Key Press this key to repeat an instruction or a question.

Hint Key Pressthiskeyto get helpful hintsabouttheactivityyou’replaying.

Using this key will reduce your score.

Answer Key Press this key to get the correct answer to a question. You will

not receive points if this key is pressed.

Symbol Key Press this key to see the symbol menu. Use the pen to select

and enter a symbol.

Space Key Whentyping,usethiskeytoinsertaspacebetweenwordsornumbers.

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Pointer On/Off Key Press this key to show the pointer and press again to hide it.

Player Key Pressthis keytoswitch betweenone-playerandtwo-playermode.

Arrow Keys Pressthesekeystomovethecursorup,down,leftorright.Press

thesekeysandtheShiftkeytoaccess the Page Up, Page Down,

Home and End functions.

Enter key Press this key to enter your choice or answer.

Delete Key Press this key to erase the character to the right of the cursor.

Backspace Key Press this key to erase the character to the left of the cursor.

Bookmark Key Press this key to set up activity shortcuts for the F1-F13 keys.

CURSOR PAD

You can control the mouse cursor with your fingers, by touching the cursor pad on the

keyboard.

7. TOUCH PANEL

There are 13 icons on the touch panel. To use these icons, tap them with the stylus pen.

Esc Key Click on this key to exit the current activity.

Help Key Click on this key to see instructions for the current activity.

Repeat Key Click on this key to repeat an instruction or a question.

Hint Key Click on this key to get helpful hints about the activity you’re

playing. Using this key will reduce your score.

Answer Key Click on this key to find the correct answer to a question. You

will not receive points if this key is pressed.

Keyboard Click on this key to display one of these three keyboards on the

screen: uppercase, lowercase, number or symbol. Click on the

icon to show the uppercase keyboard; click on the icon

to show the lowercase keyboard. If you want to type a number or

a symbol, click on the icon.

Level Key Click on this key to choose the difficulty level of an activity.

Backspace Key Click on this key to delete any character to the left of the cursor.

Left Arrow Key Click on this key to move the cursor left.

RightArrow Key Click on this key to move the cursor right.

Up Arrow Key Click on this key to move the cursor up.

DownArrow Key Click on this key to move the cursor down.

Enter Key Click on this key to enter your choice or answer.

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