
Dear Parent,
Ever nice the look on your baby’s face when th learn something
new through their own discovery? ese self-accomplished
moments are a parent’s greatest reward. To help fulfill them,
VTech
® created the Infant Learning® series ts.
ese unique interactive learning ts directly respond to what
children do naturally – play! Using innovative technology, these
ts react to baby’s interactions, making each play perience fun
and unique as th learn age-appropriate concepts like first words,
numbers, shapes, colors and music. More importantly, VTech
®’s
Infant Learning® ts develop baby’s mental and physical abilities
by inspiring, engaging and teaching.
At VTech®, we know that a child has the ability to do great things.
at’s why all our electronic learning products are uniquely
designed to develop a child’s mind and allow them to learn to the
best their ability. We thank you for trusting VTech
® with the
important job helping your child learn and grow!
Sincerely,
Your iends at VTech®
To learn more about VTech® ts, visit vtechkids.com

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Starlit Hippo™ learning toy!
Soothe your baby to sleep with the Lil’ Critters Soothing Starlight
HippoTM. The plush hippo projects stars on the ceiling in four colors
while playing calming sounds, songs, music and seven nursery rhymes.
4 MODE BUTTONS
VOLUME
CONTROL
DIAL
TIMER SWITCH
LIGHT CONTROL BUTTON
ON/OFF SWITCH
Introduction

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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
- One VTech® Lil’ Critters Soothing Starlight Hippo™ learning toy
- One User’s 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
child’s safety.
ATTENTION:
Pour la sécurité de votre enfant, débarrassez vous de tous les
produits d’emballage tels que rubans adhésifs, feuilles de plastique,
attaches et étiquettes. Ils ne font pas partie du jouet.
NOTE:
Please keep this instruction manual as it contains important
information.
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom
of the hippo. Use a screwdriver to
loosen the screw.
3. Install 2 new ‘AA’ (AM-4/LR03) batteries
following the diagram inside the
battery box. (The use of new alkaline
batteries is recommended for maximum
performance.)
4. Replace the battery cover and tighten
the screw to secure the battery cover.
Included In This Package

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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.
• 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.
PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON/OFF SWITCH
To turn the unit ON, slide the ON/
OFF SWITCH to the ON( ) position.
To turn the unit OFF, slide the ON/
OFF SWITCH to the OFF ( ) position.
Product Features