Oregon Scientific Accelerator Power Desktop User manual

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Product does not have INTERNET or data storage capabilities
For Ages 5 & Up
Electronic Learning Computer
Accelerator
Power Top
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Dear Parent/Guardian,
Thank you for choosing the Accelerator Power Top.
Designed and engineered with extreme precision,
the Accelerator Power Top 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 Top 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 9
Games and Game Codes
Spelling 9
Vocabulary 10
Keyboard Skills 11
Mathematics 12
Grammar 14
Logic 15
Memory 16
Music 17
Tools 18
Games 19
Chapter 8 20
Troubleshooting
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Table of Contents able of Contents
Chapter 1 1
About your Accelerator Power Top
Chapter 2 3
Getting Started
Chapter 3 5
Useful Features and Controls
Chapter 4 7
Game Selection
Chapter 5 7
Game Rules
Chapter 6 9
Scrolling
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Your Accelerator Power Top is supplied
with the following parts. Please contact
your retailer if any parts are missing.
1 - Unit
2 - Mouse
3 - Mouse Pad
4 - Instruction Manual
1
About your Accelerator Power Top
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
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2
3
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Safety
Catch
UNIT
LCD Screen
Expansion
Card Drive
Right
Cursor Button
Directional
Cursor Button
Instruction
Manual
Left
Cursor
Button
Keyboard
LCD Inlay
Speaker
Mouse Pad Mouse
Left Mouse
Button
Right
Mouse
Button
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Exterior Features
Mouse Jack
AC Adaptor
Jack
Battery Cover
Battery and Adaptor
Requirements
Reset Button
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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.
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.
Auto-off
The learning PC automatically turns itself off after a few minutes of no input from the player.
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Getting Started
Your Accelerator Power Top operates on 4 AA-size batteries or a 9V AC adaptor.
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 4 AA-size batteries.
(Note the correct polarity: +, - ).
4. Replace the cover.
AC Adaptor Connection
Please turn off the unit before plugging
in the AC adaptor. Otherwise the unit
may be damaged.
Slide back the panel at the rear of the
unit and plug the adaptor jack (center
positive type) into the socket.
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Mouse Connection
1. Turn OFF the unit.
2. Slide back the panel at the rear of the unit and plug the mouse jack into the mouse socket.
3. Turn the unit ON.
4. To ensure the mouse is kept clean, keep it on a clean mouse pad.
Storage & Care
To ensure that the product enjoys a long life, please follow these simple rules:
Regularly examine the unit for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts. In the event of such damage,
the unit must not be used with the adaptor until the damage has been repaired.
Always disconnect the power supply before cleaning. Keep the unit clean by wiping the exterior of the unit with
a dry cloth.
Avoid getting the unit wet.
The unit should not be dismantled.
Always store the unit away from direct sunlight, and high temperatures.
Avoid leaving the unit in a car where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
The unit should not be subjected to extreme force or shock.
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.
Starting your Accelerator Power Top
Turn on your Accelerator Power Top by pressing the button located at the top right hand corner of the keyboard.
At the end of your session, remember to turn off the power by pressing . Your level is saved for all activities
except those in the “Games” category, while the batteries are installed or the Accelerator Power Top is connected
to the power adaptor.
Mouse Jack
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Useful Features and Controls
The Keyboard
Your Accelerator Power Top features a fully functional computer keyboard.
The Mouse
Move the mouse in the direction that you want to move the cursor arrow.
The Directional Cursor Buttons
Use these buttons to control the cursor arrow. Press the directional cursor button to indicate the direction you want
the cursor arrow to go. Then press either the left or the right cursor button to enter your selection.
Cursor Arrow
The mouse or the cursor buttons can control the cursor arrow.
The Flashing Cursor
This shows you the position in which the next keyboard entry will appear.
Expansion Cards (sold separately)
Do not scratch or damage the metal contact plate of the Expansion Card.
Only insert Accelerator Power Top Expansion Cards into the Expansion Card
drive.
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1. Plug the Accelerator Power Top Expansion Card into the Expansion Card drive on the right side of
the unit.
The current activity is interrupted and the Expansion Card animation begins.
After the title screens, a menu screen appears. On this menu screen are two direction icons and a title
of one of the activities included on the Expansion Card.
2. Use the arrow cursor or directional cursor button to scroll through the titles.
3. Press to play the displayed activity.
Expansion questions for the following activities are included on each Expansion Card.
Expansion Card Activities
Spelling Card Spell Time, Word Jumble, Spare Parts
Vocabulary Card
Plural-Eyes, Top Hat, Word Compactor
Grammar Card Mark It, Hear Here, Magic Act
While the Expansion Card is plugged in, only those activities included on the Expansion Card are available.
To play other games, unplug the Expansion Card.
Note: If you purchase an old Expansion Card, the activities will not match the actual expanded activities.
The above list is the correct version.
Pause
The button will pause the game. Press it again to continue playing.
Demo
When the button is pressed, you will be shown a demonstration of some of
the exciting features and activities in your Accelerator Power Top.
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Volume
Adjust the Volume Level by pressing + for quieter and
+for louder.
Contrast
Adjust the Contrast Level by pressing + for dimmer and
+for brighter.
Chapter 4
Chapter 4
Game Selection
Press to button to enter to the game category menu, press enter to select an
activity by scrolling down through the menu.
Or press button, and then enter the game code for the game you want to play.
Chapter 5
Chapter 5
Game Rules
Attempts
Most game questions come in groups of 10. You will be given three attempts to answer
each question.
Game Selection
Game category menu
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Points are awarded according to the number of attempts taken to answer each question correctly.
Time Limit
For most games you have 1 minute to answer each question.
Scores
If the question is answered correctly in the first attempt, 10 points are awarded.
If the question is answered correctly in the second attempt, 6 points are awarded.
If the question is answered correctly in the third attempt, 3 points are awarded.
Score 85 points or higher after a group of 10 questions to go to the next HIGHER level of difficulty.
Score 60 points or lower, to go to the next LOWER level of difficulty.
Memory
Your level is saved for all activities except those in the “Games” category.
Help
Press the button to get a clue for the question. You can only use two helps per question and a point will be
deducted for each one used.
Replay Button
Press button to hear the instruction prompt again. In some games you will hear the question again.
Pause
The button will pause the game. Press it again to continue playing.
Answer
Press button to get the correct answer of the question.
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Chapter 6
Chapter 6
Scrolling
Sometimes there is more information than can be displayed on the screen.
In such cases, there is a scrollbar. If you are using the mouse, place the arrow over the
arrow tips on the scroll bar, and then press the left mouse button. If you are using the keyboard,
press the directional cursor button in the direction you want to scroll (up or down).
Chapter 7
Chapter 7
(Games and Game Codes)
(Games and Game Codes)
Spelling
(01) Safe Sounds
The combination of letters make different words. Press the arrow button up or
down to form a new word. Then push enter to find out if it exists.
(02) Spell Time
An animated vocabulary word is displayed and you are asked to spell the word.
Type the word into the spaces using the letter keys.
(03) Word Jumble
An animation is displayed and then the word appears with the letters all mixed up.
Type the correct spelling in the spaces using the letter keys.
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(04) Spare Parts
Aword appears with an extra letter in it. Move the mechanical hand using the arrow
keys to select the letter, and press or the left cursor key to remove it.
(05) Jump 'N' Spell
After the animation is displayed, the letters of the word are shown mixed up at
the bottom of the screen. Form a word by using the arrow keys to move the letter
to the top of the screen and avoid hitting the monster.
Press or the left cursor button to confirm its position. If the position is
wrong you can press or to return it to the bottom row.
(06) Letter Maze
After the animated vocabulary word is shown a grid of letters is displayed.
The first letter in the word is flashing. Use the arrow keys to move the
flashing highlight through the grid to spell out the word correctly.
Vocabulary
(07) Space Escape
Guess the hidden word by typing in letters. The Accelerator will tell you the topic.
If your chosen letter does not appear in the word, the letter will appear at the bottom
of the screen. You have 10 chances to guess the correct letters, at which point the
game is over. When you correctly guess the final letter the spaceship will move
further away from the blackhole.
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(08) Sounds Like
After an animated vocabulary word appears, three other words are displayed
on the screen. Select the word that rhymes with the animated word.
(09) Top Hat
Find the opposite to the word at the top of the screen by selecting from three
other words. Select the word by pressing the key.
(10) Word Compactor
Remove a letter from the displayed word to form a new word. Select the letter
with the arrow key. Press the key to confirm your choice.
Keyboard Skills
(11) Hose Down
Letters move across the top of the screen. Move the water sprinkler using the arrow
keys. Type the letter when the sprinkler is underneath to squirt it away. Try to squirt
all the letters before they reach the bottom of the screen.
(12) Type Right
Learn how to touch type! Follow the instructions and type the letters using the
correct fingers. The hand animation shows you which finger to use for each letter.
Try to do it without looking at the keyboard!
(13) Boat Race
Arow of letters that scroll across the top of the screen. Type the letters to move
your boat across the screen. Try to beat the letters to the finishing line.
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(14) Sprint Shifter
Type the letters and symbols that scroll across the top of the screen. Use the Shift
key and a number key to type a symbol. If you get them all right, the runner will
jump over the hurdles.
(15) Letter Twist
Acentipede of letters winds its way across the screen. Type the letters to make
them disappear before they reach the other side of the screen.
Mathematics
The answer is submitted from the left to right (tens, units). If you want to change
the direction of entry, press the space bar before you type your answer.
(16) Addition
Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.
(17) Subtraction
Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.
(18) Multiplication
Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.
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(19) Division
Work out the answer to the equation and type it in using the number keys.
(20) Balancing Act
Listen to the instruction prompt and find the equation with either the largest or
the smallest value. Select the equation with the arrow keys and submit it with
the key.
(21) Bingo
There is a card on the right side of the screen and equations appear on the left.
Find the number on the card that answers the equation. Use the directional cursor
key to move the arrow cursor and select a number with the left cursor key.
Note: There are two cards per level. In higher levels not all the numbers on the
card are used.
(22) What's Missing
Using the arrow keys, select the numbers at the bottom of the screen to fill the
missing spaces in the equations.
(23) Follow the Signs
Using the arrow keys, choose an operation sign and press the key to
complete the equation.
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(24) Number Works
An equation with a missing operation sign moves across the screen on a conveyor
belt. Use an arrow keys to choose an operation sign to complete the equation.
Grammar
(25) Mark-It
Asentence with missing punctuation scrolls across the bottom of the screen.
Using the arrow keys, select one of the four punctuation marks that corrects
the sentence.
(26) Plural-Eyes
Anoun appears at the top of the screen. Type in the plural form underneath
using the letter keys.
(27) Hear Here
Asentence with a missing word scrolls across the bottom of the screen.
Select the correct word from the two words that appear which, sound the
same but are spelt differently. Press the key to confirm your choice.
(28) Magic Act
Asentence scrolls across the bottom of the screen. One of the letters should
be capitalized. When the letter you want to capitalize is under the magic
wand at the far left of the screen, press the button or the left cursor key.
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Logic
(29) Clothesline
Arow of shirts on a clothesline appears on the screen. Numbers are written on all
the shirts apart from one of them. The numbers form a logical sequence. Work out
the missing number and type it in using the number keys.
(30) Small Change
Four animals appear on the screen. One of them is slightly different from the
others. Work out which one it is and select it with the arrow keys.
(31) Book Stacker
Astack of books appears on the left of the screen. You must move the stack, one book
at a time, to a free column. Select the top book of a stack by pressing the key
when a stand is highlighted. Move the highlight to a different column using the arrow
keys. Press key and the book will move to the highlighted column. You
cannot place a larger book on top of a smaller book.
(32) Code Breaker
Guess a pattern of four letters.
Make a guess by keying in a row of four letters using the letter buttons from
Ato D. When you enter a correct letter, the Accelerator will replace the question
mark with a letter. When you get to your fourth guess the screen will scroll up.
You can use the up and down scroll arrows on the right of the screen to go back
to your see previous guesses.
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(33) Follow Me
Four lights are shown on the screen. One of the lights will highlight and a tone will
play. Repeat the tone by pressing the corresponding number key.
The pattern will be repeated and an extra tone will be added on to the end. Try to
remember the pattern and repeat it as it is built up one tone at a time.
Memory
(34) Fun Run
Runners holding numbers move across the screen from right to left. Remember the
squence of numbers and type it in the spaces provided.
(35) High Light
Memorize the objects that appear on the screen. These will disappear then reappear
with the addition of a few objects not previously seen. Use the directional cursor
button to select only the objects that first appeared.
(36) Selective Memory
Anumber of animated vocabulary words are shown on the screen in a random order.
Try to remember the order. Listen carefully to the instruction prompt that tells you
to select one of the words depending on when it appeared. Select the word with the
arrow buttons or by pressing one of the letter keys.
(37) Pair Up
Agrid of objects is displayed for a short while and then covered with tiles. Use
the directional cursor button to uncover the objects one pair at a time. When you
uncover the second to last pair the last pair will be revealed automatically.
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