Mattel B-Book User Manual

For Ages 5 & Up

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

Thank you for choosing the Barbie™B-BookTM Learning Laptop.

Designed with fun in mind,

the Barbie™B-BookTM Learning Laptop is packed with

stimulating games and activities that will

make an invaluable contribution to your child’s development.

The activities used to help further your child’s skills cover word,

memory, logic, mathematics, games and music.

The Barbie™B-BookTM Learning Laptop provides a dependable and

realistic introduction to computers, and

encourages creativity and independent learning.

Learning with Barbie®is so much fun!

BARBIE and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel, Inc.
© 2006 Mattel, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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11 Multiplication Madness 10
12 Division Diva 10
13 More or Less 10
14 Speed Sums 11

Memory 11
15 Dolphin Daze 11
16 Double Trouble 11
17 Memory Lane 11
18 Shape Race 12
19 Memory Dance 12
20 Hide N' Seek 12
Logic 13
21 Shopping Blitz 13
22 Cheer Up! 13
23 The Next Trend 13
24 One of a Kind Find 13
Games 14
25 Dazzlin' Surprise 14
26 River Hop 14
27 Caterpillar Craze 14
Music 14
28 Catch the Beat 14
29 Melody Groove 15
30 Rock Out 15

Chapter 6 16

Troubleshooting

TTable of Contents

able of Contents

Chapter 1 1
About the

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Chapter 2 3
Getting Started

Chapter 3 4
Game Rules and Selection

Chapter 4 6
Useful Features and Controls

Chapter 5 7
Activities 7
Word 7

01 Picture N' Learn 7
02 Word Seek 8
03 Mix 'em Up! 8
04 Puppy Chase 8
05 Letter Maze 9
06 Spelling Queen 9
07 Flower Power 9

Math 9
08 Awesome Addition 9
09 Fab Subtraction 10
10 Operation Math 10

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The Barbie

™

B-BookTM Learning Laptop

is supplied with the following parts.
Please contact your retailer should
any parts be missing.

1 - Unit
2 - Instruction Manual

1

Unit

Safety catch

Keyboard

Directional

cursor pad

Repeat button

LCD screen

Instruction Manual

Speaker

Enter button

Submit buttons

About the

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Features
30 Learning activities:

• Word

• Math

• Memory

• Logic

• Games

• Music
Multimedia

• Digital sound and
animation

Display

• LCD screen

• Automatic shut-down

Interface

• QWERTYkeyboard

• Number keys

Audio

•The voice of Barbie

®

Chapter 1

Chapter 1

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Unit

AC adaptor jack

Headphone jack

Battery cover

Battery and adaptor
requirements

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Chapter 2

Chapter 2

Getting Started

The Barbie™B-BookTM Learning Laptop operates on
3 “AA” size batteries or a 6VAC adaptor.

Battery Installation

1. Make sure the unit is turned off.

2. Open the battery cover at the back
of the unit.

3. Insert 3 "AA" size batteries.

(Note the correct polarity: +, - ).

4. Replace the cover.

AC Adaptor Connection

Please turn off the unit before
plugging in the AC adaptor to
prevent damaging the unit.
Plug the adaptor into the adaptor
jack (center positive type) located at
the back of the unit. Plug the adaptor
into a wall outlet.

Caution

• Do not mix different types of batteries or old and
new batteries together.

• Only use batteries of the same or equivalent type
as recommended.

• Remove all batteries when replacing.

• Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is not

going to be used for long periods of time.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not 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.

• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.

• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

Caution

• The unit must not be connected to a power supply

greater than 6V.

• Only use the recommended adaptor.

• The adaptor is not a toy.

• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.

• Toys liable to be cleaned with liquid are to be

disconnected from the power source before cleaning.

•

Due to AC/DC Adaptor Connection - Not suitable for

children under 3 years to operate without adult supervision.

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Storage & Care

To ensure that the product enjoys a long life, please follow these simple rules:
Regularly examine the unit for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts. In the event of such
damage, the unit must not be used with the adaptor until the damage has been repaired. Always disconnect
the power supply before cleaning. Keep the unit clean by wiping the exterior of the unit with a dry cloth.
Avoid getting the unit wet. The unit should not be dismantled. Always store the unit away from direct
sunlight, and high temperatures. Avoid leaving the unit in a car where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
The unit should not be subjected to extreme force or shock.

Starting the

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Open the unit by pushing in the lock button (located on the front of the unit).
Turn on the Barbie™B-BookTM Learning Laptop using the button located on
the bottom left of the keyboard. At the end of a session, remember to turn off
the power by pressing the same button.

Auto-off

If there is no input on the unit after five minutes, the unit says goodbye and
automatically turns itself off to conserve power. When you are ready to start
playing again, just press the button to turn the unit back on.

Chapter 3

Chapter 3

Game Rules and Selection

Game Selection

There are 6 categories in your B-BookTM Learning Laptop: Word, Mathematics, Memory,
Logic, Games and Music.

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Press the On/Off button

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The category selection menu will scroll to the next one every 5 sec. Press
to select the category you would like to play. You can also use the arrow
keys to scroll through the selections. All the games under a category are listed in
the game selection menu, use the arrow keys to scroll through the selections
and press to play. You can also use the button as a short cut.
Refer to the game list and enter the game code for the game you want to play.

Attempts

For most games you will have three attempts for each question. The B-BookTM
Learning Laptop will reveal the correct answer after three incorrect attempts.

If there is no input after 30 seconds, the B-BookTM Learning Laptop
will repeat the instruction prompt.

Levels

Some of the activities have different levels. If you score 80 points or more at the
end of a round of 10 questions, you will go to the next higher level of difficulty.
If you score less than 50 points, you will go to an easier level. After each
question, you will be shown the score screen so you can see how well you
are doing. When you successfully finish all levels in a game, a BarbieTMreward
animation will play and a “PLAYAGAIN?” screen will appear. Select “YES”
or press the letter Y if you would like to play the game again. To
play another game, select “NO” or press the letter N to exit the game.

Time Limit

For most games, you have one minute to answer each question.

Language

The B-BookTM Learning Laptop has 2 playing modes: English or Spanish activities.
Press the button to switch between Spanish or English activities.

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Chapter 4

Chapter 4

Useful Features and Controls

The Keyboard

Your

B-BookTM Learning Laptop

features a fully functional computer keyboard.

The Arrow Keys

Use the arrow keys to make a selection or to navigate in the games.

Directional Cursor

Pad

The

B-BookTM Learning Laptop

comes with a directional cursor pad below the keyboard.
The pad can be pushed up, down, left or right to move the highlight on screen for
selection and navigation of the games. To submit an answer, you can also press one of
the submit buttons near the directional cursor pad.

Settings

Press to adjust the brightness on the screen and sound level on the laptop. The choices are High,
Medium and Low. Use the arrow keys to select the choices and press to confirm.

Demo

Press to see a demonstration of some of the exciting features and games in the

B-BookTM Learning Laptop

.

Help

Press the button if you require extra hints to a question. Using this function will reduce the total score for
the current question. Not all games have this function.

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Repeat

Press the button to repeat a question or an instruction.

ESC

Press to exit the game and return to the previous menu.

Backlight Button

Press the button to cycle through the 3 states of the LCD backlight: Bright, Dim and Off. The LCD
backlight is off by default.

Shape Button

You can use the buttons in Game 18 Shape Race to submit your answer.

Answer Button

Press the button to reveal the correct answer to a question. Think carefully before you use this
button as no points will be awarded for that question.

Chapter 5

Chapter 5

Activities

Word

(01) Picture N' Learn

Learn the spelling and pronunciation on a selection of vocabulary.

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1. From the topic selection screen, use the arrow keys to choose
from one of the five different topics: Animal, Transportation, Clothing and
Accessories, Occupation, Body Parts and Movement.

2. Press the button to confirm your topic choice.

3. An animation of a word from the selected topic will be played, followed by
the spelling and pronunciation of the word.

4. Use the arrow keys to view another vocabulary.

(02) Word Seek

Match the correct word with the animation.

1. An animation of a word appears on screen.

2. Next, three possible answers are given.

3. Use the arrow keys to select the correct word that matches the animation

and press to confirm your choice.

4. You can also press the numbers 1-3 to give the answer.

(03) Mix 'em Up!

Rearrange the letters to spell the word correctly.

1. An animation of a word appears on screen.

2. Next, the word appears with the letters all mixed up.

3. Type the correct spelling in the spaces using the letter keys.

(04) Puppy Chase

Type the word quickly to stop the puppy from getting away.

1. Type the word on the bottom of the screen.

2. To stop the puppy from running off with your shoe, finish typing the word before

it reaches the other side of the screen.

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(05) Letter Maze

Find the word in the maze.

1. After the animation of a word, a grid of letters is displayed.

2. The first letter in the word will flash. Use the arrow keys to move the flashing
highlight through the grid to spell out the word correctly.

(06) Spelling Queen

Spell out the animated word.

1. An animation of a word is displayed and you are asked to spell the word.

2. Type the word into the spaces using the letter keys.

(07) Flower Power

Guess the hidden word to help the flower grow!

1. Guess the hidden word by typing in letters.

2. If your chosen letter is not in the word, the letter will appear at the bottom
of the screen.

3. You have 10 chances to guess the correct letters.

4. When you correctly guess the final letter, the flower will bloom.

Math

(08) A wesome Addition

Complete the equation.

1. Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.

2. The answer is submitted from left to right by default. You can use
the arrow keys to change the direction of entry.

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(09) Fab Subtraction

Complete the equation.

1. Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.

2. The answer is submitted from left to right by default. You can use
the arrow keys to change the direction of entry.

(10) Operation Math

Select the correct operation sign for the equation.

1.

Using the arrow keys, choose an operation sign and press

the button

to complete the equation.

2. You can also press the signs on the keyboard to answer.

(11) Multiplication Madness

Complete the equation.

1. Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.

2. The answer is submitted from left to right by default. You can use

the arrow keys to change the direction of entry.

(12) Division Diva

Complete the equation.

1. Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.

2. The answer is submitted from left to right by default. You can use

the arrow keys to change the direction of entry.

(13) More or Less

Find the equation with the larger and smaller value.

1. Listen to the instruction prompt and find the equation with either the larger

or smaller value.

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2. Select the equation with the arrow keys and submit the answer

with the button.

(14) Speed Sums

Answer as many questions as you can before the time runs out.

1. Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.

2. You will only have one attempt to answer each question.

3. Try to answer as many questions as you can within one minute. Think fast!

Memory

(15) Dolphin Daze

Remember the number sequence on the jumping dolphins.

1. Dolphins with numbers on their shirts leap out of the water one at a time.

2. Remember the sequence of numbers and type it in the spaces provided.

(16) Double Trouble

Remember the matching pairs in a grid.

1. Agrid of objects is displayed for a short while and then covered with tiles.

2. Use the arrow keys to select a tile and press to uncover the objects

one pair at a time.

3. When you uncover the second to last pair, the final pair will be revealed automatically.

(17) Memory Lane

A sequence of animated vocabulary will be played. Select one of the words
according to the order asked.

1. Anumber of animated words are shown on the screen in a random order.

Try to remember the order.

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