VTech CHALLENGER 91-002136-014-000, CHALLENGER User Manual

Challenger Laptop

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© 2010 VTech

Printed in China

91-002136-014-000

User’s Manual

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INTRODUCTION

The VTech® Challenger Laptop™ is your child’s launch pad into a
whole world of learning fun! In addition to language basics such as
letters and vocabulary words, the Challenger Laptop™ introduces
French through fun, graphics-enhanced games. Your child will learn basic
maths, sharpen logic skills and develop musical and artistic creativity

- playing and having fun at the same time! Plus, the Challenger
Laptop™ is loaded with other great features such as tools to store
personal info, vivid animations, fun sound effects, snappy melodies
and a realistic keyboard and mouse.

With the Challenger Laptop™, your child will find that learning and
fun go hand in hand!

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• Challenger Laptop™

• User’s manual

• Real mouse

INTRODUCTION

On/Off Key

Demo Key

Volume Switch

Contrast
Switch

Cursor Pad

Choice Keys

Real Mouse

Built-In Speaker

Keyboard

LCD Screen

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WARNING:

All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets,
packing lockers, wire ties and tags are not part of this
toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

Note:

Please keep user’s manual as it contains important information.

GETTING STARTED

POWER SOURCE

The Challenger Laptop™ operates on 3 “AA” size batteries (AM­3/LR6) or a VTech® 9V adaptor (sold separately).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery covers on the bottom of
the unit and open them.

3. Insert 3 new “AA” batteries (AM-3/LR6) as
illustrated.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.

4. Close the battery covers.

NOTE: For best performance, remove all factory-installed batteries

and use new, alkaline batteries.

Important: When replacing the batteries, you will lose all information

stored in the unit.

BATTERY NOTICE

• The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum
performance;

• 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 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.

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• The toy is not to be connected to more than the recommended
number of power supplies.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES.

NOTE:

Help the environment by disposing of your product responsibly.

The wheelie bin symbols indicate the product and batteries must not
be disposed of in the domestic waste as they contain substances
which can be damaging to the environment and health. Please use
designated collection points or recycling facilities when disposing of
the item or batteries.

More information can be found on:

http://www.recycle-more.co.uk; www.recyclenow.com

AC/DC ADAPTOR

Use a VTech® adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies
with EN61558 AC/DC 9V 300mA centre-positive adaptor.

CONNECTING THE ADAPTOR

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Locate the adaptor jack on the back 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.

NOTE: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended

period of time, unplug the adaptor.

STANDARD fOR TOYS wITH ADAPTOR

• The toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old.

• Only use the recommended adaptor with the toy.

• The adaptor is not a toy.

• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid.

• Never use more than 1 adaptor.

• Do not leave plugged-in for extended periods of time.

NOTICE TO PARENTS

Regularly examine the adaptor, checking for damage to the cord,
plug, transformer or other parts. Do not use the adaptor if there
is any damage to it.

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REAL MOUSE

Use the mouse only on a clean, flat surface,
so that the roller ball is not damaged and the
cursor moves freely across the screen. Use
only a mouse that is compatible with VTech®
products.

CONNECTING THE MOUSE

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Locate the mouse jack on the back of the unit.

3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack.

USING THE MOUSE

1. Move the mouse in the direction you want the cursor to move.

2. Click on the mouse button to make a selection.

CLEANING THE MOUSE

1. Following the arrows, use a screwdriver to open the
cover on the bottom of the mouse.

2. Take the ball out of the mouse and use a dry cloth
to clean the mouse and the ball.

3. Place the ball back into the mouse, place the cover
back onto the mouse and screw the cover closed.

PRODUCT fEATURES

ON/Off BUTTON

Turn your Challenger Laptop™ learning toy by pressing the On/Off button.
You can turn the unit off by pressing the On/Off button again.

PLAY MODES

In the Challenger Laptop™, you can choose from 6 different categories
of play and learning:

1. Language Lab (French)

2. Word Zone

3. Maths Mania

4. Game Time

5. Creative Studio

6. My Tools

Mouse button

Mouse door

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