VTech 91-01256-043 User Manual

User's Manual

Learning Laptop

2003 © VTech

Printed in China

91-01256-043

Dear Parents,

At VTech

®

, we know that young kids are eager to get started
learning and exploring tools that their older counterparts are already
familiar with. That’s why we created the

Series

– an engaging set of stylized, interactive computers that

Electronic Learning™

have been especially designed for children aged 3 and up.

Packed with loads of fun, every product in the

Series

covers a variety of subjects including English, math, science,

Electronic Learning™

and geography. The learning is cleverly disguised in age-appropriate
games that kids love to play and master.

The

Electronic Learning™ Series

features the Progressive Learning
System, a technique proven to help children learn. If the child answers
a question incorrectly, the program will randomly repeat the question
until a correct answer is entered. This intuitive technology automatically
adjusts skill levels in order to build knowledge and confidence in
a fun environment.

At VTech

®

, we are committed to creating fun learning toys that foster

a child’s intellectual and social development. We thank you for trusting

®

VTech

‚ with the important job of helping your child learn and

succeed!

Sincerely,

Your Friends at VTech

®

To learn more about

Electronic Learning Series

toys,visit www.vtechkids.com

and other

VTech

®

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Learning Laptop®!

The Learning Laptop

®

is an exciting electronic learning aid. It
offers 40 exciting, educational activities for children to learn. With
these activities, your child will discover that learning can be fun.

LOCK KEY

LCD SCREEN

POWER BUTTON

CONTRAST BUTTON

LIGHT-UP KEY

TOUCH PAD

VOLUME BUTTON

FUNCTION KEY

KEYBOARD

LIGHT-UP KEY

GETTING STARTED

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery covers of the two battery boxes on the bottom

of the unit.

3. Install 2 new “AA” batteries (UM-3 /

LR6) in each battery box following the
diagram inside the battery box. (The use
of new alkaline batteries is recommended
for maximum performance.)

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4. Replace the battery covers and make sure that they are

secured.

• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to

avoid leakage.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use batteries of different types.

• Remove batteries from equipment when the unit will not be in

use for a long time.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.

• Do not short-circuit supply terminals.

USING AN AC ADAPTOR

Use VTech® 9V 300mA AC center-positive adaptor. (sold
separately).

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the adaptor jack on the left side of the unit.

3. Insert the adaptor plug into the unit’s adaptor jack.

4. Plug the adaptor into a wall outlet.

5. Turn the unit ON. If the unit cannot be turned on, unplug the

adaptor, remove all batteries and wait for 15 seconds. Plug the
adaptor in and try again.

Do not leave the adaptor plugged in for long periods of time
if the unit is not in use.

Instructions & Activities

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. ON/OFF BUTTON

Press the power button ( ) to turn the unit on and press
it again to turn the unit off.

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2. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

If there is no user input to the unit for about 5 minutes, it will
automatically shut off to save the power.

3. VOLUME CONTROL SWITCH

To adjust the volume control, slide the volume control switch
( ) to the left for lower volume or to the right for higher volume.

4. CONTRAST SWITCH

To adjust the contrast of the LCD screen, slide the contrast switch
( ) to the left for lightness or to the right for darkness.

5. MOUSE INSTALLATION

Locate the mouse port on the back of the unit and plug the mouse
into it.

6. KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND

FUNCTIONS

Press this key to turn the unit on and press it again to
turn the unit off.

Press this key to launch the Challenge Yourself activity.

Press this key to select the level of an activity. There are
two levels for most activities and one level for all games.

Press this key to go to the main menu screen for selecting
a category.

Press this key to repeat a question in an activity.

Press this key to enter the activity screen to select an
activity.

Press this key to delete the input.

Press this key to see the correct answer.

Instructions & Activities

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