Brookstone USB Desktop Missile Launcher User manual

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USB Desktop
Missile Launcher
LAUNCH FOAM MISSILES—
FROM ANYWHERE!
THIS IS NOT A TOY.
FOR ADULT USE ONLY.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Warnings and Cautions ....................................................2
Location of Parts..........................................................5
Download Software........................................................5
Connecting Missile Launcher to Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Firing the Missile Launcher.................................................6
Missile Control............................................................7
Remote Missile Launcher Operation ........................................8
2-Person Missile Launcher Games.........................................12
Specifications............................................................16
Troubleshooting ..........................................................17
Warranty.................................................................21

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CAUTION
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER.
THERE ARE NO SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The lightning flash with arrow-head symbol within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the unit’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
All of the safety and operating instructions should be read, adhered to and followed
before the unit is operated.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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DANGER
To reduce the risk of electric shock, burns, fire or injury:
1. Do not use while bathing or in a shower.
2. Do not place or store unit where it can fall or be pulled into a tub or sink.
3. Do not place in, drop or submerge in water or other liquid.
4. Do not reach for unit that has fallen into water. Unplug it immediately.
5. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not
spilled onto the unit.
WARNING
1. Use this unit only for its intended use as described in this manual.
2. Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
3. Never drop or insert an object into any opening.
4. Protect the USB cable from being walked on or pinched,
particularly at the point where it exits the unit.
5. Do not allow the USB cord to touch hot surfaces.
Wrap the USB cord loosely around the unit when storing.
6. The unit should be situated away from direct sunlight or heat sources
such as radiators, electric heaters, heat registers, stoves, or other units
(including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid placing on top of stereo
or computer equipment that radiates heat.
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7. Never block the air openings of the unit with materials such as clothing,
plastic bags or papers, or place it on a soft surface such as a bed or couch,
where the air openings may be blocked.
8. Do not overload electrical outlet. Use only the power source as indicated.
9. Do not carry this unit by USB cable or use USB cable as a handle.
10. Never operate this unit if it has a damaged USB cable, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been dropped or damaged, or dropped into water.
If the unit’s USB cable is damaged, do not attempt to fix it yourself.
11. To avoid the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to
repair the unit. Incorrect repair can cause risk of electric shock or
injury to persons when unit is used.
12. Do not operate in the presence of explosive and/or flammable fumes.
13. Never disconnect from power by pulling the USB cable.
14. Do not aim the missiles directly at a person or pet.
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LOCATION OF PARTS
1. Base
2. Gun
3. Camera
4. Launch Tubes (4)
5. Missiles (4)
6. USB Connection Cable
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DOWNLOAD SOFTWARE
1. Type http://www.dreamcheeky.com/download-support in your browser. Under the
Storm O.I.C. Missile Launcher, click on the “Windows Driver” button for PC or the
“Mac Driver” button for Mac. After driver has completed downloading, click on “Run.”

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2. Select your installation option of MSN and/or Skype.
Note: For desktop-only control do not select either MSN or Skype.
MSN and Skype are not available for Mac usage.
3. Click on “Install” and then “Close” when the download is complete.
CONNECTING MISSILE LAUNCHER TO COMPUTER
Connect the USB CABLE directly to a USB port on your computer.
Double click on the software icon that appears on your desktop.
FIRING THE MISSILE LAUNCHER
Below are instructions for operating the Missile Launcher, and on the following
pages are maps of your controls.
READY
Slide the 4 missiles
onto the launch tubes.
AIM
By watching the view on the “missile cam” on your computer, and using the
controls on your computer, aim the missiles at the subject you’d like to hit.
FIRE!
When your target is in sight, press the space bar or launch button to launch
a missile! Repeat as necessary to demolish your target.
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MISSILE CONTROL
To operate this software use your
mouse or keyboard.
1. Press to minimize the
control window.
2. Press to close the
control window.
3. Missile Launcher
Directional Controls
4. Tap (space bar) to fire
a missile.
5. Press to reset the Missile
Launcher.
6. Press to mute the Missile
Launcher’s sound.
7. Press to quit the Missile
Launcher’s program.
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REMOTE MISSILE LAUNCHER OPERATION
You can also control the Missile Launcher while you are away or traveling.
Remote play allows you to view the line-of-sight from the Missile Launcher’s
webcam. Take aim and fire from the computer you have in front of you, with
just a touch of the space bar!
Your home computer must be left on and connected to the Missile Launcher
via the Internet to work. See the following instructions for your type of system.
WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER/MSN MESSENGER
1. After connecting the Missile Launcher to your home computer, sign in to
Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger on the computer you will be
using remotely.
2. Double click the Missile Launcher's software icon.
3. Select the computer from which you want to control the Missile Launcher
and click OK.
4. An invitation will be sent to the other computer via Messenger. You must
accept the invitation on that computer to activate and load the software.
5. See the following page for locations and explanations of the on-screen
control board using Windows Live Messenger/MSN Messenger.
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
(FOR WINDOWS LIVE MESSENGER/MSN MESSENGER)
To operate this software use your mouse or keyboard.
1. Number of foam missiles left.
2. LED Indicators (illuminates green when the missile launcher is connected,
and red when it’s not connected).
3. Total experience time.
4. Missile Launcher’s
Directional controls.
5. Press (space bar)
to fire a foam missile.
6. Press to mute the sound
of the Missile Launcher.
7. Press to reset the unit.
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