Slimeline Notebook Manual
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1. re _ L v f J Co 4 a ao F1 F13 Using the Bookmark utility you can assign each of these keys to quick start any activity you like Esc Key Press this key to exit the current activity Level Key Press this key to select an activity s level of difficulty easy medium or hard Press this key to type capital letters Press it again to type lowercase letters Caps Lock Key Y 2 Q lt oF Y O Q Y Shift Key Status Key Help Key Repeat Key Hint Key Answer Key Symbol Key Space Bar Save Key Player Key Directional Keys Enter Key Delete Key Backspace Key Bookmark 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 Press Shift and Status to get the status of the current game Press this key to see instructions for an activity Press this key to repeat an instruction or a question Press this key to get helpful hints about the activity you re playing Your score will be reduced if this key is pressed Press this key to see the correct answer to a question You will not receive points if this key is pressed Press this key to access the symbol menu Use the mouse to select and input a symbol2. Please note that all activities will be replaced by the new downloaded activities each time ABOUT YOUR LAPTOP This utility gives you information about the Slimline Notebook FOREIGN LANGUAGE LANGUAGE LAB Learn Spanish in your own personal language lab You can translate English words into Spanish and vice versa LANGUAGE QUIZ Test your Spanish smarts Use your mouse to choose the correct answer from the three given choices PIXEL PICKER See how many Spanish words you can remember Type in the correct word before the answer fades in LETTER LANDER Test your Spanish knowledge once again Use left and right arrow keys to catch the correct missing letter falling from above MYSTERY WORD Let s stretch your Spanish spelling ability Type in the answer before your five chances are up SNEAKY SNAKE Feed the snake with the correct missing letter in order to complete the Spanish word CARE amp MAINTENANCE 1 Keep your Slimline Notebook clean by wiping it with a SLIGHTLY damp cloth Never use solvents or abrasives Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat Remove batteries when not using it for an extended period of time Avoid dropping it NEVER try to dismantle it Always keep Slimline Notebook away from water OT ae O Lu O lt lt Lu lt 2 o Lu ce lt q Q TROUBLESHOOTING If your Slimline Notebook stops working or doesn t turn on e Check your batteries
3. CARTRIDGE BUTTON O Your Slimline Notebook comes with three bonus cartridges with three extra activities Number Maze Music Mixer and Think Fast Once you insert the cartridge the activity on it will automatically download to the unit You can select cartridge activities by pressing the Cartridge button or by choosing them from the Main Menu How to insert a cartridge 1 Make sure the unit is OFF 2 Inserta cartridge with the label facing up into the cartridge slot 3 Turn the unit ON 4 Press the Cartridge button on the keyboard to start the activity on the cartridge 4 KEYBOARD LAYOUT Your Slimline Notebook has a full alphanumerical keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard You will also find the function keys described below H ae T js H ae or i see ai Be ap ee l o ie Tr eel om el je TT CURSOR PAD You can control the mouse cursor with your fingers by touching the cursor pad on the keyboard FUNCTION KEYS Fi F2 m r ae T T j T
4. Make sure the batteries are fresh and installed properly e Insert the tip of a paper clip or a similar object without a sharp tip into the small hole labelled RESET on the left side of the keyboard e If you are still having problems visit our website at www vtechkids com for troubleshooting tips TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have a problem that cannot be solved by using this manual we encourage you to visit us online or contact our Consumer Services Department with any problems and or Suggestions that you might have A support representative will be happy to assist you Before requesting support please be ready to provide or include the information below e The name of your product or model number The model number is typically located on the back or bottom of your product e The actual error message or problem you are experiencing e The actions you took right before the error message or problem Internet www vport com Artificial_ Intelligence us www vtechkids com Phone 1 800 521 2010 in the U S or 1 800 267 7377 in Canada OTHER INFO IMPORTANT NOTE Creating and developing Slimline Notebook products is accompanied by a responsibility that we at VTech take very seriously We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information which forms the value of our products However errors sometimes can occur It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and encourage you to call our Consumer Servic
5. Number Birthday E mail Address SAVING CALCULATOR Become a money whiz This utility will help you plan how long it will take you to save a certain amount of money BOOK FINDER Love to read Get great reading suggestions from a list of books picked especially for you You can pick books according to your favorite topics ARTWORK STUDIO Bring out your inner artist This utility allows you to use the mouse to draw your own pictures You can save them and even upload them to a PC through the PC Connection Save your pictures by pressing the Save key on the keyboard or clicking the Save icon on the screen You can save up to three records in the Folder Y Q lt s Y O Q Y Pen Stamp Border Eraser Folder BOOKMARK You can access your favorite activity directly by customizing the F1 to F13 function keys This utility will allow you to assign any activity except Bookmark Progress Report Bug Dodger Download About Slimline Notebook and cartridge activities to each of the 13 buttons PERSONAL PROFILE Personalize your Slimline Notebook by storing your personal information in the Personal Profile You can select a picture to represent you and enter your name telephone number ff birthday ji and e mail address pi MUSIC COMPOSER Let your musical talents show Music Composer lets you use o your Slimline Notebook keyboard cursor pad or mouse to GE create your own song Using the
6. When typing use this key to insert a space between words or numbers Press this key to save information in the activities Word Processor Artwork Studio Phone Book and Music Composer Press this key to choose One or Two Player mode Press these keys to move the cursor up down left or right Press these keys and the Shift key to access the Page Up Page Down Home and End functions Press this key after choosing your answer to enter your selection Press this key to delete the character highlighted by the cursor Press this key to erase the character to the left of the cursor Press this key to set activity shortcuts for function keys F1 F13 5 AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF To save power the Slimline Notebook automatically shuts down if it does not receive any input after several minutes Press the On Off button to wake your unit We recommend that you turn off the unit when finished playing Remove the batteries and unplug the adaptor if your Slimline Notebook will not be used for an extended period of time PC CONNECTION Your Slimline Notebook has the ability to link to a computer and exchange files with it In order to use this function you must install the special PC Connection software provided with your unit You may do this by following these steps DESKTOP SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 1 Save your work and quit all open programs 2 Insert the Artificial Intelligence Learning Desktop Software CD ROM into your computer s CD ROM dri
7. a surprise TRIVIA JUMBLE Test your knowledge of science history geography vocabulary and even grammar Choose the right answer from three choices by using the mouse or the arrow keys and pressing Enter You can also type the number of the choice on the keyboard TYPING TUTOR Get your typing skills in shape Words will scroll out from right to left type the whole word before it reaches the other side of the screen SCRAMBLE MIX All subjects are fair game Use the mouse to choose the letters in the right order to make a word You can also type in the letters directly from the keyboard Hurry before the time is up WORD GUESS Guess what word the Intelli System is thinking of YOUR WORD Challenge the Intelli System to guess what word you are thinking of NUMBER GUESS The Intelli System is thinking of a number Can you guess what it is YOUR NUMBER Think of a number between 1 and 99 and watch the Intelli System guess it SOUNDALIKE Challenge your memory Follow the music notes or sound effects pattern See how many notes you can remember Use the mouse to repeat the sequence NAME THAT TUNE Test your audio ability You will hear some familiar songs but played at a different speed Can you guess the name of the song MATCH BOX Your Slimline Notebook challenges you to a game of strategy Use the mouse to move blocks around to match blocks that look the same When you move the same patterned blocks together they will
8. and Space Life Science Physical Science Earth and Space Life Science Physical Science Earth and Space Life Science INSTRUCTIONS amp ACTIVITIES 67 Physical Science 68 Earth and Space 69 Quiz Show Bug Dodger Hidden Game 7 7 Number Guess 8 Your Number 2 3 2 3 INSTRUCTIONS amp ACTIVITIES 9 Bookmark 9 Personal Profile 9 Music Composer 9 Cartridge Number Maze 95 Music Mixer 9 Think Fast 6 97 Download 98 About Your Laptop 99 Foreign Language Language Lab Foreign Language 100 Language Quiz Foreign Language O 1 4 9 6 ra 8 9 0 4 iliti J 6 7 8 g 0 1 4 101 Pixel Picker Foreign Language 102 Letter Lander Foreign Language 103 Mystery Word Foreign Language 104 Sneaky Snake Foreign Language 105 Adventure Explorer Quest WORD SPELLING CATCH Stretch your spelling ability A word with a missing letter appears at the top of the screen Catch the letter that completes the word by moving the platform with the left and right arrow keys or the mouse CLEVER CLUES Improve your vocabulary with this game Guess the correct answer to the hidden word based on given clues Hurry before time is up MEANING MATCH Use the clue to find the answers You can choose the answer by using the mouse by pressing the Enter key or by using the arrow keys and pressing Enter SECRET WORD Aclue is given and a number of blanks appear on the screen Try to guess the s
9. disappear How many steps will it take you to clear the board Next puzzle Restart Show solution Y Q lt oF Y O Q Y UTILITIES PROGRESS REPORT This function shows you how well you are doing in every subject You can also jump right to an activity by clicking on a particular subject s progress report In this way you can work on subjects that need the most practice You can even upload the info from your Progress Report to your PC to keep for your records WORD PROCESSOR your homework or write secret notes Save your document by a It s your first word processor With this activity you can do pressing the Save key on the keyboard or clicking the Save Ty Gl le By rue File icon on the screen Click a folder icon to find a file you saved You can even upload files to your PC for editing or printing New Save CALCULATOR Find a saved file This is an eight digit calculator for addition subtraction multiplication and division Use the mouse or cursor pad to click on the on screen numbers You can also type numbers on the keyboard Tip click on the Clear icon to clear the calculator between operations PHONE BOOK Here you can store information about your friends such as their name phone number H birthday ii and e mail address pt You can also choose silly pictures for your friends Press the Esc key or Save key to save information after you ve entered it Name Phone
10. does the system work As you play the Intelli System is always running and keeping 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 When you press the Intelli Challenge button or choose Intelli Challenge from the Main Menu the Intelli System picks activities 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 Slimline Notebook you can choose from 3 different modes of play and learning Y Q lt o Y O Q _ V e Menu Mode e Adventure e Intelli Challenge MENU MODE 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 M
11. function icon at the bottom a j you can create a new song edit an existing song or save changes to a song Save your own music by pressing the Save nE BES key on the keyboard or clicking the Save icon on the screen Note You can only save one song at a time and you can New Change the save up to three songs in all instrument CARTRIDGE The Slimline Notebook comes with three cartridges containing the activities Number Maze Music Mixer and Think Fast When you insert a cartridge the activity will be saved on the unit so that in the future you can select the activity from the Main Menu NUMBER MAZE This is a strategy game Select the correct move and exit the maze Each space of the maze is marked with a number telling you how many steps you can take horizontally and vertically Exit the maze by using the arrow keys or using the mouse to click on the correct space MUSIC MIXER Create your own musical style You can change the instrument and tempo of an original melody by clicking the icons at the bottom of the screen Instrument Tempo Y j Q lt oF Y O Q Y THINK FAST Brush up on your Spanish You will be given seven pairs of words to remember Match the correct words to each other before your time is up DOWNLOAD New activities can be downloaded from the VTech website through the PC Connection Once you download the new activities they will be stored under this sub menu
12. screen by using the mouse Y Q lt oF V O Q Y Press this button twice to change the darkness or lightness of gt 4 C the screen Use the or buttons on the keyboard or click a ao the left right arrow on the screen by using the mouse c B 4 C Press this button a third time to turn the background music ON or OFF ai Press this button a fourth time to exit You can also press the Esc key to exit posal IR wy on INTELLI CHALLENGE BUTTON Oj Press this button to enter the Intelli Challenge Mode Our Intelli 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 particularly well in or have played most often Choosing Challenge Mode will give you activities in which you need the most work Ory Ss MAIN MENU BUTTON Y YJ Press this button to return to the Main Menu at any time st eS ADVENTURE BUTTON amp Press this button to enter the Adventure mode e N UTILITIES BUTTON iy Press this button to select a utility from the Utilities menu SS PROGRESS REPORT BUTTON amp 77 g Press this key to see how you re doing in every subject amp Oz PC CONNECTION BUTTON Press this button to connect your Slimline Notebook to a PC Y Q lt o Y lt O Q Y CPRTRIDG
13. Menu Spelling Catch Clever Clues Meaning Match Secret Word Word Memory Pixellation Spelling Snake Word Quiz Word Whack O What s Missing Word Scramble Dial a Sign Math Grabber Which Sign Math Snake Math Whack O Math Memory Curriculum Spelling Vocabulary Vocabulary Vocabulary Grammar Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Spelling Vocabulary Basic Math Basic Math Basic Math Basic Math Basic Math Basic Math Y un Q lt oF Y O Q _ Y Logic Sequences Logic and Reasoning Skills Number Battle Logic and Reasoning Skills Dots amp Boxes Logic and Reasoning Skills Balloon Blow Out Logic and Reasoning Skills Social Studies Secret Spaces World History U S History World Geography U S Geography Science World Trivia Smart Scramble Pixel Power Culture Clues Pick a Match Science Scramble Make a Match Science Quiz Pixel Presto Clue Cracker Science Solver World History U S History World Geography U S Geography World History U S History World Geography U S Geography World History U S History World Geography U S Geography World History U S History World Geography U S Geography World History U S History World Geography U S Geography Life Science Physical Science Earth and Space Life Science Physical Science Earth and Space Life Science Physical Science Earth
14. To learn more about the Artificial Intelligence Learning Series and other VTech toys visit www vtechkids com INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTech Slimline Notebook learning aid Your Slimline Notebook is an electronic learning aid that challenges young minds with 105 activities in categories as diverse as English math languages science geography and history In addition our new Intelli System feature will keep track of your child s progress and tailor the learning accordingly As a member of the VTech Artificial Intelligence Learning family of products the Slimline Notebook has the ability to exchange files with compatible personal computers Tagen LCD Screen PC Connection Button Cartridge Button On Off Button Interactive Light Up Volume Contrast Button n TANS y y Keyboard Boe SS Mouse Pad Included Reset Button Cursor Pad Mouse Button Esc Button Q m O INSTRUCTIONS amp ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE Slimline Notebook learning product Interactive light up mouse Mouse pad Artificial Intelligence Learning Desktop Software CD ROM PC Connection cable 3 bonus activity cartridges 4 AA sized batteries 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 pla
15. VITIES FROM THE PC 1 Press the website button on the desktop software and you will be taken to an Internet site from which you can download activities 2 Select the activities you would like to download 3 Click the Download icon on the desktop software to display the Download screen 4 At the Download screen you can select which activities you want to install on your VTech learning product To install an activity select the activity and click ji to add it to the install list To remove an activity from the install list select the activity and click c g 5 The activities in the install list will be installed to your VTech learning product during the next PC Connection You may press the PC Connection button on your VTech learning product for immediate installation All previously installed activities on your VTech learning product will be replaced by the newly installed activities Visit www vport com Artificial_Intelligence us for additional information about new learning activities and games that become available for your VTech learning product You can automatically go to the website from the desktop software by clicking on the Website button To download activities follow the instructions on the website Y Q lt oF Y Q Y ACTIVITIES The Slimline Notebook includes a total of 105 activities Index Main Menu 1 Word 2 3 4 5 Math amp Logic Sub
16. ecret word by typing letters on the keyboard You have 5 chances to answer each question WORD MEMORY Test your memory Three pairs of cards are shown face down on the screen Find as many matching pairs as you can before time is up PIXELLATION Test your vocabulary and grammar skills A clue is given on the screen Type in your answer as soon as possible before it fades onto the screen and the game is over SPELLING SNAKE Feed the snake Use the arrow keys to guide it to the letter that completes each word The snake grows each time it eats a correct answer but if it touches the wall itself or a wrong answer you lose a chance to play WORD QUIZ This trivia quiz will test your vocabulary skills Choose the right answer to the trivia question Use the mouse or the arrow keys to make your choice and press Enter when you are done You may also type in the choice number on the keyboard WORD WHACK O How quick are you Aword appears on the top of the screen with a letter missing Quickly use the mouse to catch the correct letters appearing around the screen Y 2 Q lt a Y fan O Y WHAT S MISSING Boost your spelling knowledge Type the letter or letters that complete all three words on the screen Press Enter when you have found an answer WORD SCRAMBLE Can you follow the clues A bunch of scrambled letters appears on the screen after the clue is shown Type the letters in the right
17. enu to get started ADVENTURE EXPLORER QUEST Help our daring explorer find the treasure in the Room of the Scarab The treasure is hidden deep underground in a cleverly designed tomb Can you open the four locks and get into the Room of the Scarab Enter the Explorer Quest by selecting it from the Main Menu or by pressing the Adventure button on the keyboard After you get 4 keys and open the lock you must help our explorer make her way through the path by dodging a flood of creepy bugs Will our hero find the treasure That depends on you INTELLI CHALLENGE In this 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 from 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 subject areas that may not be as familiar to you and in which you could use a little practice 3 GENERAL BUTTONS ON OFF BUTTON Press the On Off Button to turn the unit ON Press it again to turn the unit OFF VOLUME CONTRAST BUTTON Press this button once to change the sound level of the speaker Use the or buttons on the unit or click the left right arrow on the
18. es Department at 1 800 521 2010 in the U S or 1 800 267 7377 in Canada with any problems and or suggestions that you might have A service representative will be happy to help you O LL uJ ale O g O O n Y LW al aa _ O DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY VTech Electronics North America L L C and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this handbook VTech Electronics North America L L C and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties that may arise through the use of this software VTech Electronics North America L L C and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction dead battery or repairs Be sure to make backup copies of important data on other media to protect against data loss COMPANY VTech Electronics North America L L C ADDRESS 2350 Ravine Way Glenview IL 60025 USA TEL NO 847 400 3600 FCC NOTICE This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy It must be installed and used properly In accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Otherwise it may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 FCC Rules which are designed to pro
19. order to unscramble the word Click to quit and start with a new question How many words can you unscramble before time is up MATH amp LOGIC DIAL A SIGN Follow the signs You will see a string of numbers with some dials between them Turn the dials by using the mouse or the up and down arrow keys Choose the right signs that complete the equation Click to quit and start with a new question MATH GRABBER Grab the numbers The equation at the top of the screen has a number missing Catch the falling number that correctly completes the equation Use the arrow keys or the mouse WHICH SIGN Beat the clock to find the right sign Complete the equation by using the mouse or arrow keys to choose the correct sign MATH SNAKE Don t let the snake eat the wrong number Use the arrow keys to control the snake and complete the equation If you feed him right he will grow If he touches the wall himself or a wrong number you lose You have three turns to get as many correct answers as possible MATH WHACK O Test your math and your speed Find the number that completes the equation at the top of the screen Use the mouse to grab it before it s gone MATH MEMORY Can you remember the numbers Find as many matching pairs as you can before time is up Use the mouse or the arrow keys to move around the screen When you select a card press Enter LOGIC SEQUENCES Improve your logical thinking Groups of numbers or letters appear on the sc
20. reen in a certain pattern What comes next Use the keyboard to type your answer NUMBER BATTLE How about a game of strategy You can play against the unit or against a friend Choose numbers from a grid The first player must choose a number from a random row The second one must choose a number from the vertical column of the first player s selected number The player with the most total points is the winner Y Q lt oF Y O Q Y Note Press the Player button to select two player mode DOTS amp BOXES This is a two player game You can play against the machine or against a friend Take turns connecting dots with a line For every box you make you get an extra turn The player who makes the most boxes wins Note Press the Player button to select two player mode BALLOON BLOW OUT This is a two player game Take turns popping balloons by using the mouse or the cursor pad you can also pop balloons by using the arrow keys and pressing Enter You can pop from 1 to 4 balloons per turn When you re done click _4 _ 3 or the Space Bar to pass the turn to your opponent Don t pop the last balloon or you lose Note Press the Player button to select two player mode Your friend he or she can select the picture You the picture saved in your Personal Profile Press here to pass the turn to your opponent SOCIAL STUDIES SECRET SPACES Answer the history or geography question by
21. rrow keys You can also type the number of your choice on the keyboard PIXEL PRESTO Learn about science in this game Type the answer before it magically appears on the screen CLUE CRACKER Read the science clues and guess the answer Type the correct word on the keyboard Be sure to watch the clock SCIENCE SOLVER Explore the world you live in You will be given a clue to a science term see if you can type the answer Press the Repeat key to see the clue again Remember you only have 5 chances to get the correct answer QUIZ SHOW BUG DODGER This is the final game of the Explorer Quest in Adventure Mode Make your way through the path by dodging bugs in order to get the treasure Use the left or right arrow keys to make your way around the bugs If you hit three bugs the game is over Good luck CLUE COMBO You will get a mish mash of questions to test your general knowledge Pay attention to the clue and type the correct answer MATCHING MIX Think fast You will get a series of matching questions on a variety of subjects Use the left and right arrow keys to pick an answer and press Enter to select You can also use the mouse to answer MYSTERY MEDLEY Challenge yourself All topics are fair game here You have 5 chances to type the word that matches the clues Y gt ja Q lt o Y O Q gt Y PIXEL MIX Type in the answer as quickly as you can before it fades in The subject will be
22. se 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 Y z Q lt s Y fan O Y 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 BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION The Slimline Notebook uses 2 additional AA sized batteries not included to save information you input To avoid damage from leaky batteries replace the batteries at least once a year To replace the backup batteries 1 Make sure the unit is OFF 2 Locate the backup battery cover on the bottom of the unit 3 Using a screwdriver loosen the screw on the battery cover 4 Insert 2 AA sized batteries as illustrated 5 Close the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure it Important While replacing the backup batteries the 4 AA batteries must be kept in the unit or the unit must be plugged into the wall outlet with the adaptor Otherwise you will lose any information saved on the unit 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 How
23. t 4 new AA batteries UM 3 LR6 as illustrated Close the battery cover BATTERY NOTICE 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 AC DC ADAPTOR Use a VTech adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies with EN61558 DC 9V 300mA center positive adaptor CONNECTION 1 Make sure the unit is OFF 2 Locate the adaptor jack on the left side of the unit 3 4 5 Insert the adaptor plug into the unit s adaptor jack Plug the adaptor into a wall outlet Turn the unit ON NOTE If the unit stops working or the sound seems weak it may be the result of the adaptor connection Turn the unit OFF and unplug the adaptor for 15 seconds Next plug the adaptor back in and turn the unit ON If the problem persists it may be the result of the adaptor s wiring ADAPTOR NOTICE The toy is not intended for u
24. using the keyboard Press the Repeat key to get the clue again You have 5 chances WORLD TRIVIA This is a Social Studies trivia quiz Choose the correct answer out of the given choices before time is up You can use the mouse or the arrow keys to choose your answer and press Enter when you re done You can also type in the number of your choice SMART SCRAMBLE How quickly can you spell Unscramble all the words you can before time is up Be sure to pay attention to the clue PIXEL POWER The clock is ticking Type in the word before it fades onto the screen CULTURE CLUES This game tests your history and geography knowledge Remember the clue and type in the answer before time is up PICK A MATCH Match up the Social Studies terms Use the mouse to click on the answer before time is up or use left and right arrow keys to select an answer and press Enter Don t let the time run out Y Q lt oF V O j Q Y SCIENCE SCIENCE SCRAMBLE Spell the science words Use the mouse to pick the letters in the right order You can also type the letters on the keyboard Hurry before the time is up MAKE A MATCH How much do you know about science Race the clock to choose the right answer You can use the mouse or the arrow keys to select the word Press Enter when you re done SCIENCE QUIZ Build your science vocabulary Quickly choose the answer out of the three choices by using the mouse or the a
25. ve 3 If the Setup program does not begin automatically open the CD ROM directory on your computer and then click the Setup icon 4 Follow the on screen instructions Y j Q lt oF Y Q Y CONNECTING TO YOUR COMPUTER BY USING THE PC CONNECTION CABLE The PC Connection cable connects your VTech learning product to your computer so your Slimline Notebook can exchange information with the computer by using the Artificial Intelligence Learning Desktop Software Connecting the PC Connection cable 1 Turn off your computer 2 Plug the serial connection of the PC Connection cable into an available serial port on the back of your computer 3 Make sure the unit is turned OFF 4 Plug the other end of the PC Connection cable into your VTech learning product Important Your PC Connection cable requires a dedicated serial port COM1 or COM2 If you are unsure of the exact location of the serial port refer to the manual supplied with your computer Any programs sharing the serial port must be closed in order for the VTech PC Connection Manager to function properly UPLOADING FILES FROM THE MAIN UNIT TO THE PC After you have successfully set up a connection between your unit and the PC and installed the desktop software press the PC Connection button on the unit in order to upload information from the Phone Book Progress Report Word Processor and Artwork Studio INSTALLING ACTI
26. vide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient the receiving antenna e Relocate this product with respect to the receiver e Move this product away from the receiver e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The use of shielded I O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripherals or host devices Failure to do so may violate FCC rules COPYRIGHT NOTICES Copyright c 2003 VTech Electronics North America L L C All Rights Reserved VTech and the VTech logo are registered trademarks of VTech Slimline Notebook is trademark of VTech Electronics North America L L C All other trademarks are property of their respective owners O LL Lu O
27. vtech User s Manual Slimline Notebook 2003 VTech Printed in China 91 01592 006 Dear Parent AtVTech 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 oflearning tools that track your child s activity and respond by tailoring the learning experience specitically 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 Al 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 tun anywhere anytime At VTech we are committed to creating tun learning toys that foster a child s intellectual and social development We thank you for trusting NTech with the Important job of hejoing your child learn and succeed Sincerely Your Friends atNTech
28. ying for the first time be sure you have 2 AA sized backup batteries in addition to the 4 AA sized batteries included with the unit These backup batteries enable you to save information onto the unit Before playing please make sure the plastic strip is removed from the bottom of the unit CONNECTING THE 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 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 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 in the mouse replace the mouse cover and screw the cover closed BATTERY INSTALLATION The Slimline Notebook operates on 4 AA size batteries UM 3 LR6 or a VTech 9V adaptor sold separately Y un Q lt o Y O Q Y e a NOTE Replace with new alkaline batteries RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED Make sure the unit is turned OFF Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it Inser
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