Vtech CLASSMATE SLATE User Manual

User’s Manual

Classmate Slate

™

© 2002 VTECH

Printed in China

91-01256-032

Dear Parents:

At VTech® we know that a child has the ability

to do great things. That’s why all of our

electronic learning products are uniquely de-

signed to develop a child’s mind and allow

them to learn to the best of their ability.

Whether it’s learning about letters, numbers,

geography or algebra, all VTech® learning

products incorporate advanced technologies

and extensive curriculum to encourage children

of all ages to reach their potential.

When it comes to providing interactive prod-

ucts that enlighten, entertain and develop minds,

at VTech® we see the potential in every child.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ..................................................................... 1

BATTERY INSTALLATION ..................................................... 2

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................... 3

VOLUME SWITCH .................................................................. 3

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION ............................................. 3-5

TO BEGIN PLAY ...................................................................... 5

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES ...................................... 6-9

SCORING SYSTEM ..........................................................9-10

CARE AND MAINTENANCE ..............................................10

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Classmate Slate™ learning toy!
The VTech® Classmate Slate™ learning product is a fun, interactive

chalkboard that uses a touch-sensitive screen and a magic chalk stylus
to teach preschool fundamentals. Your child can select from 16 different
activities that teach critical skills such as letter order, letter matching,
early spelling, number order, counting, early addition and number
patterns. Classmate Slate™ is easy-to-use and gets your child excited
about going to school. Get pointed in the right direction and take it
anywhere for learning on-the-go!

Level button

Magical
Chalk Pen

Touch Screen

On/Off Buttons

Activity Button

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• 1 main unit

• 1 instruction manual

WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets, wire

ties, and tags, are not part of this toy and should be
discarded for your children’s safety.

POWER SOURCE

Classmate Slate™ operates on 3 “AA” (UM-3/LR6) batteries.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover behind the unit
and open it.

3. Insert 3 new ‘AA’ (UM-3/LR6) batteries,
as illustrated.

4. Close the battery cover.

NOTE: The use of alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum

performance.

If the unit suddenly stops working or the sound becomes weak, turn
the unit OFF for 15 seconds, then turn it back ON. If the problem
persists, weak batteries may be the cause. Please install a new set
of batteries and try again.

Battery Notice

• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, –) signs to avoid
leakage.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• 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.

• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.

• Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended
are to be used.

AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF

If there is no input into the VTech® Classmate Slate™ for about 8
minutes, the unit will automatically shut off to save power.

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