Oregon Scientific Accelerator Power Desktop User manual

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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
4
2
3
1
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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2
Exterior Features
Mouse Jack
AC Adaptor
Jack
Battery Cover
Battery and Adaptor
Requirements
Reset Button
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-
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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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