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For Ages 5 & Up

Electronic Learning Computer

Accelerator

Power Top

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Dear Parent/Guardian,

Thank you for choosing the Accelerator Power Top.

Designed and engineered with extreme precision,

the Accelerator Power Top 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 Top 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 9 Games and Game Codes

Spelling 9 Vocabulary 10 Keyboard Skills 11 Mathematics 12 Grammar 14 Logic 15 Memory 16 Music 17 Tools 18 Games 19

Chapter 8 20 Troubleshooting

TTable of Contents

able of Contents

Chapter 1 1 About your

Accelerator Power Top

Chapter 2 3 Getting Started

Chapter 3 5 Useful Features and Controls

Chapter 4 7 Game Selection

Chapter 5 7 Game Rules

Chapter 6 9 Scrolling

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Your

Accelerator Power Top

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

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

1

About your

Accelerator Power Top

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

4

2

3

1

Safety Catch

UNIT

LCD Screen

Expansion Card Drive

Right

Cursor Button

Directional

Cursor Button

Instruction

Manual

Left Cursor Button

Keyboard

LCD Inlay

Speaker

Mouse Pad

Mouse

Left Mouse Button

Right Mouse Button

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2

Exterior Features

Mouse Jack

AC Adaptor Jack

Battery Cover

Battery and Adaptor

Requirements

Reset Button

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+

-

3

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.

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.

Auto-off

The learning PC automatically turns itself off after a few minutes of no input from the player.

Chapter 2

Getting Started

Your

Accelerator Power Top

operates on 4 AA-size batteries or a 9VAC adaptor.

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 4 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. Otherwise the unit may be damaged.

Slide back the panel at the rear of the unit and plug the adaptor jack (center positive type) into the socket.

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Mouse Connection

1. Turn OFF the unit.

2. Slide back the panel at the rear of the unit and plug the mouse jack into the mouse socket.

3. Turn the unit ON.

4. To ensure the mouse is kept clean, keep it on a clean mouse pad.

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.

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.

Starting your

Accelerator Power Top

Turn on your

Accelerator Power Top

by pressing the button located at the top right hand corner of the keyboard.

At the end of your session, remember to turn off the power by pressing . Your level is saved for all activities except those in the “Games” category, while the batteries are installed or the

Accelerator Power Top

is connected

to the power adaptor.

Mouse Jack

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