Oregon Scientific Accelerator Power Desktop User manual

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For Ages 5 & Up
Electronic Learning Computer
Accelerator
Power Desktop
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Dear Parent/Guardian,
Thank you for choosing the Accelerator Power Desktop.
Designed and engineered with extreme precision,
the Accelerator Power Desktop is packed full of learning,
and offers stimulating games and activities that
make an invaluable contribution to your child’s development.
Some of the activities to further your child’s skills include language,
mathematics, music, memory, logical reasoning and general knowledge.
The Accelerator Power Desktop provides a dependable and
realistic introduction to computers and
encourages creativity and independent learning.
Learning with Oregon Scientific is so much fun!
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Chapter 7 10
Games and Game Codes
Spelling 10
Vocabulary 11
Keyboard Skills 12
Mathematics 13
Grammar 15
Logic 16
Memory 17
Music 18
Tools 19
Games 20
Chapter 8 21
Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents able of Contents
Chapter 1 1
About your Accelerator Power Desktop
Chapter 2 3
Getting Started
Chapter 3 6
Useful Features and Controls
Chapter 4 8
Game Selection
Chapter 5 9
Game Rules
Chapter 6 10
Scrolling
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Your Accelerator Power Desktop
is supplied with the following parts.
Please contact your retailer if any parts
are missing.
1 - Unit
2 - Base
3 - Mouse
4 -Mouse Pad
5 -Instruction Manual
Unit
Speaker
LCD Inlay
LCD Screen
Mouse
Base
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About your Accelerator Power Desktop
Features
50 Activities
• 14 Spelling/Vocabulary/
Grammar
• 14 Mathematics/Logic
• 15 Memory/Games/Music
• 7 Keyboarding Skills/
Tools
Multimedia
• Digital Sound/
Animation
• Interactivity
Expandability
• Expand learning
potential with our
Expansion Cards
(each sold separately)
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Instruction
Manual Keyboard
Mouse Pad
Expansion
Card Drive
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Exterior Features
AC Adaptor Jack
Battery and Adaptor
Requirements
Battery Cover
Reset Button
Speaker
Mouse Jack
Base
Release
Button
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Getting Started
Your Accelerator Power Desktop operates on 3 AA-size batteries or a 9V AC adaptor.
Connecting the Base
1. The Accelerator Power Desktop is packaged with the base separate
from the rest of the unit.
2. To attach the base, place the base on a flat surface with the curved edge
facing backwards.
3. Hold the screen part facing forward, with the keyboard folded up.
4. Insert the screen part into the slot, securing the right-hand guide prong first.
5. Push the left-side down until it clicks into place.
6. To release the base, use the base release button on the underside of the unit.
Battery Installation
1. Make sure the unit is turned off.
2. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver,
open the battery cover at the back
of the unit.
3. Insert 3 AA-size batteries.
(Note the correct polarity: +, - ).
4. Replace the cover.
Right
Hand
Guide
Prong
+
-
Caution
• Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.
• Only use batteries of the same or equivalent type as
recommended.
• Remove all batteries when replacing.
• Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is not going to be
used for long periods of time.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not 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.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
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AC Adaptor Connection
Please turn off the unit before plugging in the AC
adaptor. Otherwise the unit may be damaged.
Plug the adaptor jack (center positive type) into
the socket, located on the right of the unit.
Auto-off
If there is no input on the unit for a few minutes the unit will automatically turn itself off to conserve power.
When you are ready to start playing again just press the button to turn the unit back on.
Mouse Connection
1. Turn OFF the unit.
2. Thread the mouse cord through the hole behind the mouse storage area, located on the
back of the unit.
3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack on the underside of the unit.
4. Turn the unit ON.
Caution
• The unit must not be connected to a power
supply greater than 9V.
• Only use the recommended adaptor.
• The adaptor is not a toy.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Toys liable to be cleaned with liquid are to
be disconnected from the power source before
cleaning.
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Storage & Care
The mouse can be docked in the rear of the unit, and the cord can be stored away on the
underside of the unit, allowing for easy transport of the Accelerator Power Desktop when
you’re on the move.
1. Turn OFF the unit.
2. Dock the mouse in the back of the unit, taking care to pull the cord through on the underside.
3. Thread the mouse cord around the edge of the base bottom.
Cleaning the Mouse
Turn the mouse upside down and unscrew the small screw to open the cover.
Take the ball out, and wipe the ball and the inside compartment with a dry cloth. Replace the cover.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The unit should be regularly examined for damage to the enclosure and other parts. In the event of such damage the
unit must not be used until the damage has been repaired. Always remove the batteries before cleaning. Wipe the
unit with a dry cloth.
• Do not get the unit wet.
• Do not dismantle the unit.
Starting your Accelerator Power Desktop
1. Unfold the keyboard.
2. The screen part can tilt forwards and back.
3. Turn on the Accelerator Power Desktop by pushing the button at the top
right of the keyboard.
4. Remember to turn the unit off when you have finished by pushing the same button.
5. Fold up the keyboard
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Useful Features and Controls
The Keyboard
Your Accelerator Power Desktop features a fully functional computer keyboard.
The Mouse
Move the mouse in the direction that you want to move the cursor arrow.
The Arrow Keys
The arrow keys can be used to move the cursor arrow, to select an answer, and in games.
The Flashing Cursor
This shows you the position in which the next keyboard entry will appear.
Game Code Button
Press the button at any time to return to the game selection menu.
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