VTech LANGUAGE LAB LAPTOP User Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for buying the VTech® Language Lab Laptop™. The VTech® Language Lab Laptop™ is a cool way for your child to take learning to a whole new level of fun! In addition

to brushing up on school skills such as language, math, logic, science, social studies, art and music, the Language Lab Laptop™ introduces your child to Spanish through fun, graphics-enhanced games. There is even a state of the art recording feature that helps your child practice Spanish pronunciation. The Language Lab Laptop™ is loaded with other cool features, such as tools to store personal info, bonus activity cartridges, and even a USB cable for connecting to a PC. With the Language Lab Laptop™, your child will find that learning and fun go hand in hand!

Quick Access Category Buttons

Volume/ Contrast Buttons

Demo Button

Reset Button

Computer Keyboard

Record Button

Connection Cable

USB PC

Desktop Software

& Expansion Activities CD

3 Activity

Cartridges

Progress Report Button

ON/OFF Button

Cartridge Slot

Mouse

Pad

Cursor Pad

INTRODUCTION

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• VTech® Language Lab Laptop™

• Real mouse

• Mouse pad

• 3 bonus activity cartridges: Geography Quiz, Spanish Spelling and Story Teller

• User’s manual

• USB PC connection cable

• Desktop software & expansion activities CD-ROM

WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are not part of

this product and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

GETTING STARTED

POWER SOURCE

The Language Lab Laptop™ operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a VTech 9V adaptor (sold separately).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

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

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.

4. Close the battery cover.

NOTE: For best performance, remove all factory-

installed batteries and use new, alkaline batteries.

Important: When replacing the 4 “AA” size batteries, make sure the backup batteries are

in the unit. Otherwise you will lose any saved information.

BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your Language Lab Laptop™ uses the backup battery (sold separately). To avoid damage to the unit from leaky batteries, replace the backup battery at least once a year.

TO REPLACE THE BACKUP BATTERY

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Using a small screwdriver, loosen the battery cover.

3. Insert 2 “AA” size batteries as illustrated.

4. Close the battery cover and tighten the screws to secure it.

STANDARD FOR BATTERY TOYS

• Do not try to 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;

• Do not mix different types of batteries; Do not mix new and used batteries;

• Only use batteries of the recommended or equivalent type;

• Always insert batteries properly matching the plus (+) and minus (-) signs;

• Batteries that have run out of energy must be removed from the toy;

• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals;

• Do not use more batteries than recommended;

• Remove batteries from the toy if it will not be used for an extended period of time.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

Important: While replacing the backup battery, the 4 “AA” size batteries must be kept in

the unit. Otherwise, you will lose any saved information.

DC ADAPTOR

Use a VTech

CONNECTING THE 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: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended period of time, unplug the

STANDARD FOR TOYS WITH ADAPTORS

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

• Use only the recommended adaptor with the toy;

adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies with EN61558 AC-DC

300mA center-positive adaptor.

adaptor.

INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

• The adaptor is not a toy;

• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid;

• Never use more than 1 adaptor;

• Do not leave the toy 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. The demo tag should be removed automatically when the product is taken out of the packaging. If the demo tag is still in position when you begin play, please remove it from the bottom of the unit to activate normal play mode.

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.

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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.

CARTRIDGE

After the unit is turned ON, insert the cartridge into the cartridge slot on the right side of the unit.

PRODUCT FEATURES

PLAY MODES

In the Language Lab Laptop™ you can choose from 8 different categories of play and learning:

• Foreign Language (Spanish)

• Word Fun

• Math & Logic

• Science

• Social Studies

• Game Zone

• Creative Studio

• Cool Tools

Press

The activities that can be played with two players are:

Dots & Boxes

Balloon Blow Out

Number Battle

on the keyboard to switch between one-player and two-player modes.

TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF

Pressing will turn the unit ON. Pressing again will turn the unit OFF.

ACTIVITY SELECTION:

When the unit is turned ON, you will see a short opening scene and enter the Main Menu. Here, activities will cycle onto and off the screen automatically. You can choose an activity in one of these ways:

1) Press

2) Use the cursor pad to cycle through activities manually, and press

choose one.

3) Click the mouse button when you see an activity you like.

4) Type the activity number and press

when you see an activity you like.

PRODUCT FEATURES

If you press a category key (such as ‘Word Fun’), the menu will jump to the first activity of that category. An activity can then be chosen in the above ways.

LEVEL SELECTION

Pressing will take you to the level selection screen. Use the arrow keys, mouse

or keyboard to select level 1 (easy), 2 (medium) or 3 (hard).

ANSWER

In most activities, the answer will be provided after a certain number of tries.

VOLUME AND CONTRAST CONTROL KEYS

To adjust the volume, press the main (center) key once, and hold down the “+” or “-” key to reach the level you want. Press the main (center) key a second time to adjust the screen contrast in the same way. Press the main (center) button a third time to go back to regular play mode. You may also press Esc at any time to go back to regular play mode.

CURSOR PAD

Use the cursor pad to control the movement of the cursor on the screen.

KEYBOARD LAYOUT

Your Language Lab Laptop™ has a full typing keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard. It also features the function keys described below.

PRODUCT FEATURES

FUNCTION KEYS:

Press this button to see a short preview of your Language Lab Laptop™.

Press this button to see how you’re doing in most activities.

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