VTech IMPACT PC User Manual

User’s Manual

Impact PC

Printed in China

91-01237-008-000

Dear Parent:

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 designed 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 products that en-

lighten, entertain and develop minds, at VTech®, we see the

potential in every child.

INDEX

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

POWER SOURCE ........................................................ 1-3

EARPHONE CONNECTION............................................. 3

MOUSE CONNECTION ............................................... 3-4

PRINTER CONNECTION ................................................. 5

ON/OFF SWITCH ....................................................... 5-6

CONTRAST SWITCH ...................................................... 6

VOLUME SWITCH ......................................................... 6

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS ............... 6-8

THE KEYBOARD ....................................................... 8-11

TO BEGIN PLAY .......................................................... 11

LEVELS ....................................................................... 12

2-PLAYER MODE ......................................................... 12

SCORING ................................................................... 13

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES .................................. 14-20

HIDDEN BAR ......................................................... 20-21

CARE AND MAINTENANCE .......................................... 21

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTECH® Impact PCTM learning toy! We at VTECH® are committed to providing the best possible products to entertain and educate your child. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

The VTECH® Impact PCTM learning aid offers a sharp, viewing screen that displays hundreds of animated pictures. 51 different activities include spelling, grammar, mathematics, trivia, games, a friendly voice and an easy-to-use computer-like keyboard. Get ready for hours of learning fun!

LCD DISPLAY

LOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON

ACTIVITY MEMBRANE

TYPING KEYBOARD

CONTRAST

SWITCH

SELECTOR

ON/OFF BUTTON

CARTRIDGE DOOR

VOLUME SWITCH

MOUSE

MOUSE PAD

POWER SOURCE

The VTECH® Impact PCTM learning product operates on 4"AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a standard 9V

300mA AC centre-positive adaptor.

HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it.

3. Insert 4 “ AA “ batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated. DO NOT USE RECHARGEABLE

BATTERIES in this unit. (The use of alkaline batteries is recommended for best performance.)

4. Close the battery cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

• 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 exhausted or new batteries from equipment when you are not going to use the unit 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.

• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.

• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the unit before being charged.

• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.

NOTE: If the sound becomes weak or the unit suddenly stops working, turn the unit

off for 2 minutes, then turn it back on. If the problem persists it may be caused by weak batteries. Please install a new set of batteries and try the unit again.

While replacing the btteries, follow one of the following rules. If not, you will lose all information stored.

• Change the batteries within 1 minute.

• Connect the unit to the 9V adaptor while the adaptor is plugged in.

The 9V adaptor must be plugged in while connection the unit to the adaptor. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. Otherwise, all infromation stored will be lost.

AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION

Use a standard 9V 300mA AC center-positive adaptor.

1. Make sure the unit is 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.

NOTE: If the unit suddenly stops working or the sound seems weak, it may be the

result of the adaptor connection. Turn the unit off and unplug the adaptor from the unit for 15 seconds. Next, plug the adaptor back in and turn the unit on. If the problem continues, it may be the result of the adaptor’s wiring or the unit. Please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

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

EARPHONE CONNECTION

Use earphones with an appropriate earphone plug.

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

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

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

4. Turn the unit ON.

After finishing the above procedure, check if the earphones are working. If not, repeat the above procedure.

NOTE: If the earphones still don’t work, try with another appropriate set of ear phones.

If the problem still exists, it may be the result of the earphone jack wiring or the unit. Please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

MOUSE CONNECTION

TO CONNECT THE MOUSE

1. Turn OFF your VTECH® Impact PCTM unit.

2. Plug the connector at the end of the mouse cable into the mouse jack at the back of the unit.

3. Turn ON the VTECH to play. You can choose either Adventure Mode or Normal Mode. When the activity starts, you may use the keyboard and/or the mouse to play the game.

Impact PCTM unit. After the opening animation, select a mode

MOUSE OVERVIEW

Mouse buttons

Cover

Once the mouse is installed you may mov e the mouse cursor around the screen freely. The mouse has a roller ball in it and therefore it should be used on a flat surface. A mouse pad provided is ideal, but you ma y also try a piece of paper, notebook or magazine. A clean flat surface is important to be able to use your mouse effectively .

Your mouse is very easy to use. To use the mouse, push it in the direction that y ou would like the pointer on the screen to move. To mo ve the pointer to the right side of the screen, push the mouse to the right. To move the pointer to the left side of the screen, push the mouse to the left. To move the pointer to the top of the screen, push the mouse away from you. To move the pointer to the bottom of the screen, pull the mouse towards you.

CLEANING THE MOUSE

To clean the mouse, you need to open the cover on the bottom of the mouse by using a screwdriver. Twisting in the direction of the arrows will release the cover. Once the cover is removed, the mouse ball should be taken out and the contents inside the mouse should be cleaned with a dry cloth. The mouse ball should also be cleaned with a dry cloth. Once you have finished cleaning the mouse, place the mouse ball bac k into the mouse, place the cov er back on the mouse and screw the cover back onto the mouse.

PRINTER CONNECTION

1. Turn OFF your VTECH® Impact PCTM learning unit.

2. Plug the connector at the end of the printer cable into the printer port on the rear of the unit.

3. Turn ON the VTECH animation, select an activity. If you are using another printer, press SHIFT and the PRINTER SETUP keys together to access a list of compatible printers. We recommend using the VTECH® Canon BJC-255, made specifically for VTECH®.

4. Scroll through the list using your mouse or the directional arrow keys. When you have highlighted the appropriate printer, press ENTER.

5. Press SHIFT and PRINT DATA / PRINT SCREEN keys together to perform the printing function when the option is available.

Before selecting a printer, make sure the printer is correctly connected to the VTECH

Impact PCTM learning unit using the printer cables. After setting up the printer , y ou can print

where the option is available. Should you have any questions, please call our Consumer Services Depar tment at 1-800-

521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

Impact PCTM learning unit and the printer. After the opening

ON/OFF SWITCH

Turn on your VTECH® Impact PCTM learning product by pressing the ON button located on the base unit below and to the right of the screen. The unit will displa y an opening animation and ask you to select a mode to play. Turn the unit OFF by pressing the OFF button located next to the ON button.

RESET FUNCTION

If the unit suddenly stops working, press RESET on the bottom of the unit to restart.

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