Dear Parent,
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VTech
, with the introduction of our V.SMILE POCKET™, offers parents a
fun, healthy alternative to the world of hand-held video games. We know that
children enjoy the “big kid” feeling that comes with owning one’s very own
hand-held system, and we also understand parents’ reluctance to put these
toys into their children’s hands. Children want more independent play as they
get older, and parents want to feel comfortable that this play is providing
healthy, fun and educational benefits to their children.
With V.SMILE POCKET™ – an educational hand-held video game system
designed for 5-8 year-olds –
unique and fun alternatives to the existing video game systems. The V.SMILE
POCKET™ combines age-appropriate educational content with high-tech
graphics and fun game play to provide a state-of-the-art experience that kids
and parents will both love. Also, V.SMILE POCKET™ can be played both
on-the-go as a hand-held unit, or plugged directly into your TV for a shared,
at-home game play experience.
Both the V.SMILE POCKET™ and the V.SMILE™ TV Learning System
work with the full library of
children’s characters that engage and encourage your child to play while
learning. The library continues to grow, as
with an almost endless selection of wholesome video games that meet the
individual needs and likes of their children.
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At
VTech
video game dilemma, as well as another innovative way for your child to learn
while having fun. We thank you for trusting
helping your child explore a new world of learning!
Sincerely,
Your Friends at
To learn more about the V.SMILE POCKET™ and other
www.vtechkids.com
we are proud to provide you with a much-needed solution to the
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech® V.SMILE POCKET™!
This unique handheld video game device was created especially for young
players. With the VTech® V.SMILE POCKET™, children can play exciting,
educational games on the go, or plug the V.SMILE POCKET™ directly into
a TV for great at-home play. Either way, children will enjoy the fun and
rewards of great educational video game play, all the while playing along
on adventures with the characters that they love best.
V.SMILE POCKET
Smartridge™
User’s
manual
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One VTech® V.SMILE POCKET
• One
Smartridge™
• One AV Cable
• One Wrist Strap
• One User’s Manual
• 4 “AA” heavy duty batteries included. Alkaline batteries are recommended
for longer life and optimum performance.
WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties,
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vacuum form and tags are not part of this toy and should be
discarded for your child’s safety.
Wrist Strap
4
AA batteries
Battery
compartment
AV Cable
INTRODUCTION
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PRODUCT FEATURES
Smartridge™ slot
OFF Button
ON Button
TV Indicator
LCD Indicator
DIRECTION
Button
Headphone Jack
HELP Button
EXIT Button
Contrast control
Volume control
AV output Jack
LCD screen
ENTER Button
Built-in Microphone
DC Power Jack
Microphone Indicator
Microphone On
& OFF Button
4 Color Buttons
LEARNING ZONE
“ON” Button Press this button to turn the unit ON.
“OFF” Button Press this button to turn the unit OFF. Always do this
before removing a Smartridge™.
LCD indicator Light flashes on when the unit is turned on.
TV indicator Light appears when the unit is connected to the TV
screen and the unit is turned ON.
FUNCTION JACKS
DC Power Jack Use this to connect to an adaptor.
AV Output Jack Use this to connect the unit to a TV.
Headphone Jack Use this to connect to headphones.
NOTE: V.SMILE POCKET™ supports one-player mode only.
FUNCTION BUTTONS
PRODUCT FEATURES
ENTER Button Press this button to make a choice or to perform
DIRECTION Button Press left, right, up, or down to direct the on-
4 Color Buttons Use these buttons to choose answers in certain
LEARNING ZONE Button Push this button to enter the Learning Zone play
certain game actions.
screen cursor, or game character, to the location
you wish.
activities, or to perform certain game actions.
mode.
Button
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Microphone Button Press the microphone button to turn the mic
on. The
If you connect the unit to a TV and hear feedback
EXIT Button Press this button to exit or pause a game.
HELP Button Press this button to hear helpful hints in
Smartridge™ slot Slide in a Smartridge™ here for game and
NOTE: Do not hold the unit by the Smartridge™ as it may cause the unit to
become disconnected.
Mic Indicator lights up to indicate that
you can now use the built-in Microphone for any
sing along or microphone-related activities.
when using the microphone, try lowering the
volume setting on the TV.
certain games.
activity play.
DIRECTION AND ENTER BUTTON LEFT/RIGHT REVERSE
SWITCH
The V.SMILE POCKET™ accommodates both right and left-handed players.
To switch the ENTER and DIRECTION buttons from one side to the other:
• Slide up the switch on the back of the unit as shown in the diagram.
• Roll the
• To return the buttons to their original positions, perform this same
DIRECTION and ENTER buttons from up to down until you hear
and feel a locking sound. The DIRECTION and ENTER buttons will now
appear on opposite sides from where you started.
maneuver again.
PRODUCT FEATURES
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