V-tech Talking Whiz KidPower Mouse Deluxe Bedienungsanleitung

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USER'S MANUAL

91-01040-000

Dear Parent:

At VTech®we know that children have 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 encour-

age children of all ages to reach their potential.

When it comes to providing interactive products that

enlighten, entertain and develop minds, at VTech®we see

the potential in every child.

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CONTENTS

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

POWER SOURCE .......................................................................2

HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES ......................................................2

BATTERY NOTICE .......................................................................2

AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION......................................................3

CONNECTING YOUR MOUSE................................................. 3-4

ABOUT YOUR MOUSE ...............................................................4

KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION & FUNCTIONS ................................ 5-6

ON-SCREEN ICON DESCRIPTIONS .......................................... 7-8

CONTROL BUTTONS ..................................................................8

HOW TO BEGIN PLAY ................................................................9

DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES ................................................ 9-14

SCORING...........................................................................15-16

CARE & MAINTENANCE...........................................................16

MAINTAINING YOUR MOUSE ..................................................17

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing VTECH® 's Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE.

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.

VTECH®'sTalking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE contains 31 entertaining

and educational activities, hundreds of animated graphics and vocabulary words. Each

activity reviews a specific skill geared towards your child’s development.

Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE features on screen selection just

like a real computer. Children have an opportunity to develop their computer skills

using the fully functioning mouse and computer like keyboard. Talking Whiz Kid

POWER MOUSETM DELUXE is so fun and easy to use, your children won’t even

know their learning.

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POWER SOURCE

Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE operates on 4 “AA” batteries or a

9V 300mA AC center-positive adaptor..

HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES

To insert batteries remove the battery cover on the

bottom of the unit. Place the batteries in the compartment

and make certain to match the + and – markings

correctly. After inserting the batteries, replace the battery

cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

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

• Do not use rechargeable batteries. (However the use of Rayovac Renewable

alkaline batteries is acceptable.)

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not use batteries of different types.

•Remove batteries from equipment when it will not be in use for a long time period.

•Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.

• Batteries should be installed by an adult or with adult supervision.

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

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

screen fades, turn the unit off for 15 seconds, 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.

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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 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 persists it may be the result of the adaptor’s wiring

or the unit. Please call our Consumer Services Dept. at 1-800-521-2010.

In Canada, please call Consumer Services at 1-800-267-7377.

In the U.S.A.: The VTECH® AC adaptor is perfectly suited to operate this product.

Many retailers carry the adaptor, however, if you are unable to find

one locally, send $15.00 (which includes shipping and handling) to:

Adaptor c/o VTECH®INDUSTRIES, LLC.

101 E. PALATINE ROAD

Wheeling, IL 60090-6500

(Illinois residents please add a 8% sales tax.)

* In Canada: Please see the enclosed adaptor offer coupon.

CONNECTING YOUR MOUSE

Your mouse is specially designed for the VTECH® 'sTalking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM

DELUXE. Please follow these steps to install your mouse.

STEP 1: Turn OFF your Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE unit.

STEP 2: Plug the connector at the end of the mouse cable into the mouse jack

at the back of the Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE unit.

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STEP 3: Turn ON your Talking Whiz Kid POWER MOUSETM DELUXE. The first

thing you will see on the screen will be the opening animation. After the

opening animation you will see the activity selection panel appear on the

screen. At this point your cursor will be on the top row highlighting the MENU

icon. If you move the mouse sideways you will move the shadow across

the top row of icons. At any time you can click on an icon where applicable.

If you move the mouse downwards you will see a cursor arrow ( ) on

the screen.

ABOUT YOUR MOUSE

Your mouse is very easy to use. Once the mouse is installed you may move the cursor

around the screen freely. The mouse has a roller ball in it and therefore should be used

on a flat surface. A mouse pad is ideal, but you may also try a piece of paper, notebook

or magazine. A clean flat surface is important to be able to use your mouse effectively.

See Descriptions of Activities for more specific use of your mouse within an activity.

When in games with only one

function, both buttons will

serve as ENTER keys.

When in games with dual

functions, the left button will

act as a SELECT button,

the right button will

be the confirm key.

The 'ARROW' shows the unlocking

direction. Lock by pushing to the

opposite side of the 'ARROW'

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KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND

FUNCTIONS

1234567890ICON ONOFF

REPEAT

PLAYER

APLAYER

ERASE ENTER

SO LA TI DO

PAUSE RESET

POIU

YTREWQ

KJHGFDSA

Z X C V B N M

RE MI FA SO LA

+X.=

...

TI DO RE MI PLAY

...

. .

...

OFF Press this key to turn the unit ON or OFF.

1234567890

Use the number keys in math-related activities and in the calculator.

ICON Press this key to access the on-screen icons without the mouse.

After pressing this button, use the arrows to move the cursor right or left across

the top of the screen. Press ENTER when you reach the desired icon.

SO LA TI DO

PAUSE RESET

POIU

YTREWQ

KJHGFDSA

Z X C V B N M

RE MI FA SO LA

...

TI DO RE MI PLAY

...

. .

...

The keyboard is the same as a standard typewriter or computer.

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YTREWQ

The 7 letter keys on the top row of the keyboard also serve as mathematics sign

keys for calculator use.

SO LA TI DO

PAUSE RESET

LKJH

FDSA

Z X C V B N M

RE MI FA SO

...

TI DO RE MI

PLAY

...

The letter keys on the bottom 2 rows also function as MUSIC KEYS, each representing

a tone from 'SO' to 'MI' spanning more than 1 octave. The music function keys

- PAUSE, PLAY, and RESET also share the letters on the bottom row. These keys

are used in the Composer activity and Music Library activity.

REPEAT

Press this key to repeat the previous question.

Use these keys to scroll on-screen words or to

move the cursor.

Press these keys when playing activities in the two player mode.

ERASE Press this key to delete a letter or number already inputted, or to undo

the last step or movement.

ENTER Press ENTER after you have typed in your answer to a question.

PLAYER

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ON-SCREEN ICON DESCRIPTIONS

USING THE MOUSE

You can move the cursor on screen simply by moving the mouse. When you come

to the section of the screen that you want to use, press the button on the mouse.

The mouse button will function as the ENTER key on the keyboard.

ACCESSIBLE ICONS:

MENU - Select this icon to access any of the unit’s 31 activities. You

may press the icon button on your keyboard or move to the

on-screen icon using your mouse and press the mouse enter

button.

LEVEL - Use this icon to set the level of difficulty in applicable activities.

Move to this icon using your mouse or press the icon button

and use the arrow keys on the keyboard. Press ENTER to

access the level screen. Press the number key of the level

you would like.

PLAYERS - This icon allows a player to switch between the one and two

player modes. Move to this icon using your mouse or press

the icon button and use the arrow keys on the keyboard.

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