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BD18-Manual (AU) 1/18/06 11:46 Page 1

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For Ages 5 & Up

Electronic Learning Computer

Accelerator

Power Desktop

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

Thank you for choosing the Accelerator Power Desktop.

Designed and engineered with extreme precision,

the Accelerator Power Desktop is packed full of learning,

and offers stimulating games and activities that

make an invaluable contribution to your child’s development.

Some of the activities to further your child’s skills include language,

mathematics, music, memory, logical reasoning and general knowledge.

The Accelerator Power Desktop provides a dependable and

realistic introduction to computers and

encourages creativity and independent learning.

Learning with Oregon Scientific is so much fun!

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Chapter 7 10 Games and Game Codes

Spelling 10 Vocabulary 11 Keyboard Skills 12 Mathematics 13 Grammar 15 Logic 16 Memory 17 Music 18 Tools 19 Games 20

Chapter 8 21 Troubleshooting

TTable of Contents

able of Contents

Chapter 1 1 About your

Accelerator Power Desktop

Chapter 2 3 Getting Started

Chapter 3 6 Useful Features and Controls

Chapter 4 8 Game Selection

Chapter 5 9 Game Rules

Chapter 6 10 Scrolling

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Your

Accelerator Power Desktop

is supplied with the following parts. Please contact your retailer if any parts are missing.

1 - Unit 2 - Base 3 - Mouse 4 -Mouse Pad 5 -Instruction Manual

Unit

Speaker

LCD Inlay

LCD Screen

Mouse

Base

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About your

Accelerator Power Desktop

Features

50 Activities

• 14 Spelling/Vocabulary/ Grammar

• 14 Mathematics/Logic

• 15 Memory/Games/Music

• 7 Keyboarding Skills/ Tools

Multimedia

• Digital Sound/ Animation

• Interactivity

Expandability

• Expand learning potential with our Expansion Cards (each sold separately)

Chapter 1

Instruction

Manual

Keyboard

Mouse Pad

Expansion

Card Drive

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Exterior Features

AC Adaptor Jack

Battery and Adaptor

Requirements

Battery Cover

Reset Button

Speaker

Mouse Jack

Base Release Button

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Chapter 2

Getting Started

Your

Accelerator Power Desktop

operates on 3 AA-size batteries or a 9VAC adaptor.

Connecting the Base

1.

The

Accelerator Power Desktop

is packaged with the base separate

from the rest of the unit.

2. To attach the base, place the base on a flat surface with the curved edge facing backwards.

3. Hold the screen part facing forward, with the keyboard folded up.

4.

Insert the screen part into the slot, securing the right-hand guide prong first.

5. Push the left-side down until it clicks into place.

6. To release the base, use the base release button on the underside of the unit.

Battery Installation

1. Make sure the unit is turned off.

2. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver,

open the battery cover at the back of the unit.

3. Insert 3 AA-size batteries.

(Note the correct polarity: +, - ).

4. Replace the cover.

Right Hand Guide Prong

+

-

Caution

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

• 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.

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AC Adaptor Connection

Please turn off the unit before plugging in the AC adaptor. Otherwise the unit may be damaged.

Plug the adaptor jack (center positive type) into the socket, located on the right of the unit.

Auto-off

If there is no input on the unit for a few minutes the unit will automatically turn itself off to conserve power. When you are ready to start playing again just press the button to turn the unit back on.

Mouse Connection

1. Turn OFF the unit.

2. Thread the mouse cord through the hole behind the mouse storage area, located on the back of the unit.

3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack on the underside of the unit.

4. Turn the unit ON.

Caution

• The unit must not be connected to a power supply greater than 9V.

• 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.

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Storage & Care

The mouse can be docked in the rear of the unit, and the cord can be stored away on the underside of the unit, allowing for easy transport of the

Accelerator Power Desktop

when

you’re on the move.

1. Turn OFF the unit.

2. Dock the mouse in the back of the unit, taking care to pull the cord through on the underside.

3. Thread the mouse cord around the edge of the base bottom.

Cleaning the Mouse

Turn the mouse upside down and unscrew the small screw to open the cover. Take the ball out, and wipe the ball and the inside compartment with a dry cloth. Replace the cover.

Cleaning and Maintenance

The unit should be regularly examined for damage to the enclosure and other parts. In the event of such damage the unit must not be used until the damage has been repaired. Always remove the batteries before cleaning. Wipe the unit with a dry cloth.

• Do not get the unit wet.

• Do not dismantle the unit.

Starting your

Accelerator Power Desktop

1. Unfold the keyboard.

2. The screen part can tilt forwards and back.

3. Turn on the

Accelerator Power Desktop

by pushing the button at the top

right of the keyboard.

4. Remember to turn the unit off when you have finished by pushing the same button.

5. Fold up the keyboard 5

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