User's Manual
Explore A Town™
© 2002 VTECH
Printed in China
91-01542-000
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 children’s minds 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.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Explore A Town™ learning toy!
We at VTech are committed to providing the best possible 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.
The VTech® Explore A Town™ learning toy is designed for beginning preschoolers. Join Dominic in his adventures throughout the town. He will introduce age appropriate curriculum to your child throughout the different areas of the town. Learn about letters and objects in the Alphabet Library, time and counting at the Town Hall, community helper roles and safety in the Community Service and Safety Station area. Your child will have hours of learning fun as they explore the VTech® Explore A Town™ .
LIGHT-UP SUN |
LCD SCREEN |
MUSIC NOTE BUTTONS |
COMMUNITY |
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CLOCK DIAL |
SERVICE |
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ROLLER |
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ALPHABET |
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BUTTONS |
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DOMINIC |
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BUTTON |
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ON/OFF BUTTON |
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FIREMAN FRANK |
NUMBER BUTTONS |
COMMUNITY SERVICE BUTTONS |
VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH |
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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One VTech® Explore A Town™ learning toy.
• One instruction manual.
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.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1.Make sure the unit is OFF.
2.Locate the battery cover on the bottom
of the unit. Use a coin or screwdriver to open the battery cover.
3.Install 3 new “AA” (UM-3/LR6) batteries, as illustrated.
The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
4.Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure the battery cover.
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BATTERY NOTICE
•Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.
•Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged (if removable).
•Rechargeable batteries are to only to be charged under adult supervision (if removable).
•Different types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be mixed.
•Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
•Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.
•Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.
•The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
•The toy is not to be connected to more than recommended number of power supplies.
•Do not dispose of battery in fire.
NOTE: If the unit suddenly stops working or the sound becomes weak, turn the unit off for 15 seconds, then turn it back on. If the problem persists it may be caused by weak batteries. Please install a new set of batteries and try the unit again.
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TO BEGIN PLAY
1. To begin play, press the ON/OFF button.
You will hear a “Hello”, “Hola”, “Me Nombre is Dominic!”
You will see Dominic wave hello on the
LCD screen.
2. To adjust the volume, slide the VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH to the () for HIGH VOLUME, or slide to the () for LOW VOLUME.
3.The LIGHT-UP SUN will flash with the sound effects, talking phrases, short
tunes and melodies.
4. Press the DOMINIC BUTTON to hear
Dominic repeat the phrase or question.
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