V-tech 91-02239-001 User manual

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Nitro Jr. Notebook™
2007 VTech
Printed in China
91-02239-001
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Dear Parent,
At VTech®we know that in order to effectively reach kids, today’s
learning tools have to be plugged into the fast-paced world around
them. That’s why we created the Grade School Learning Series – an
engaging set of stylized, interactive computers specially designed to
get grade-school kids up to speed with their fast-paced, tech-savvy
world.
Every product in the Grade School Learning Series covers a wide
range of school basics – math, language, logic, music, and even computer
skills. Activities are presented in a fast-paced, arcade-game style that
kids will recognize and enjoy. Each learning machine is loaded with
hi-tech features such as a music composer, a computer tutorial, challenging
games, and a real cursor mouse—tools that go hand-in-hand with the
way kids learn, play and use information. And of course, each laptop
is designed to travel easily along with a busy grade-schooler.
With the Grade School Learning Series, kids can access a way to
learn that closely matches the way they already live and play. We
thank you for trusting VTech®with the important job of helping your
child learn and succeed.
Sincerely,
Your Friends at VTech®
To learn more about the Grade School Learning Series and other
VTech®toys, visit
www.vtechkids.com
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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Nitro Jr. Notebook™.
The Nitro Jr. Notebook™ is a diverse and fun learning toy specically designed to capture
children’s imaginations! Enter a world of learning fun with 8 different cartridges packed
with interactive games that teach school basics – the alphabet, vocabulary, math, nature
and science, social studies, art, music and more!
With 50 activities, vivid animations, fun sound effects and upbeat melodies you’ll be ready
to take the learning world by storm!
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
- VTech
®
Nitro Jr. Notebook™
- Cursor mouse
- User’s manual
- 8 cartridges
On/Off key
QWERTY
keyboard
LCD screen
Volume switch
8 cartridges
Cursor mouse
Cartridge slot
Contrast switch
Cartridge compartment
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GETTING STARTED
WARNING:
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are not part of this toy,
and should be discarded for your child’s safety.
GETTING STARTED
POWER SOURCE
The Nitro Jr. Notebook™operates on 3 “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a VTech
®
9V
adaptor (sold separately).
BATTERY INSTALLATION
NOTE: For best performance, remove all factory-installed
batteries and use new, alkaline batteries.
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover at the bottom of the unit, open
the battery door.
3. Install 3 new “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated.
4. Close the battery cover.
IMPORTANT: Please replace the batteries in about 15 seconds or you will lose any saved
information.
BATTERY NOTICE
• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to avoid leakage.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium).
• Remove the batteries from the equipment when the unit will not be used for an
extended period of time
• Always remove exhausted batteries from the equipment.
• Do not dispose of batteries in re.
• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
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GETTING STARTED
AC-DC ADAPTOR
Use a standard 9V 300mA AC/DC adaptor. We recommend the use of a VTech®
9V AC/DC adaptor.
CONNECTING THE ADAPTOR
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the adaptor jack on the back of the unit.
3. Insert the adaptor plug into the unit’s adaptor jack.
4. Plug the adaptor into an electrical outlet.
5. Turn the unit ON.
Note: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended period of time, unplug the adaptor.
ADAPTOR NOTICE
• The toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old
• Use only the recommended adaptor with the toy
• The adaptor is not a toy
• Never clean a plugged in toy with liquid
• Never use more than 1 adaptor
• Do not leave the toy plugged in for extended periods of time
NOTICE TO PARENTS
Regularly examine the adaptor, checking for damage to the cord, plug, transformer or
other parts. Do not use the adaptor if there is any damage to it. The demo tag should be
removed automatically when the product is taken out of the packing. If the demo tag is still
in position when you begin play, please remove it from the bottom of the unit to activate
normal play mode.
CURSOR MOUSE
Use only a mouse that is compatible with VTech® products.
CONNECTING THE MOUSE
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the mouse jack on the back of the unit.
3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack.
USING THE MOUSE
1. Press the cursor key to select an activity from the main menu or to answer questions
in individual activities.
2. Press Enter to conrm choice.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
PRODUCT FEATURES
8 SPECIFIC LEARNING CARTRIDGES
With the 8 cartridges, you can choose from different categories of learning and play:
• Language Arts
• Math Explorer
• Nature and Science
• World Discovery
• Social Studies
• Music Studio
• Art Album
• Game Time
AUTO LEVEL UP AND DOWN
After continuously achieving 80-100 points for 3 rounds, the difculty level will automati-
cally increase. If the score is lower than 60 points for each round, after 3 rounds, it will
decrease.
AUTO POWER OFF
To preserve battery power, the Nitro Jr. Notebook™will automatically shut off after several
minutes without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the ON/OFF button.
HOW TO PLAY
TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF
Press to turn the unit ON. Press again to turn the unit OFF.
ACTIVITY SELECTION
When the unit is turned ON, you will see a short opening scene before entering the Main
Menu. Here, activities will cycle through automatically on the screen and you will hear
the activity names.
You can choose one of the 50 activities in one of these ways:
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HOW TO PLAY
1. Press the Enter key when you see an activity you like.
2. Use the direction keys on the mouse or keyboard to select the
activity you like and press the Enter key to conrm.
3. Type the activity number and press the Enter key to conrm.
4. Press the Activity key at any time to enter the main menu. You
can choose an activity using the above methods.
5. Inserting a cartridge into the slot will enter the submenu of that
category. An activity can be chosen using the methods previously
described.
PLAYER MODE SELECTION
Hold the Shift key and simultaneously press the Player key to switch between one-player
and two-player modes.
COMPETITION: After a question is given, player one or player two should press the Player
1 or Player 2 key before inputting the answer. If the answer is not correct, the chance will
be given to the other player.
Players can play two-player games in the following activities:
• 09 Word Maze
• 15 Complete the Addition
• 16 Subtraction Rescue
• 45 Memory Challenge
• 49 Animated Pairs
LEVEL SELECTION
Pressing the Level key will take you to the level selection screen. Use the arrow keys, the
number keys or mouse to select a level and then press the Enter key to conrm.
CONTRAST CONTROL
Slide the Contrast switch to adjust the screen contrast.
VOLUME CONTROL
Slide the Volume switch to adjust the volume.
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HOW TO PLAY
KEYBOARD FUNCTION
Your Nitro Jr. Notebook™has a QWERTY keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard. It
also features the function keys below.
FUNCTION KEYS
Number Keys: Press these keys to input numbers during activities or in the
activity menu.
Symbol Keys: Hold the Shift key and press the number keys to input symbols
in Text Editor.
Letter Keys: Press these keys to input letters in related activities.
Musical Note Keys: Press these keys to input musical notes in related activities.
Pause: Press this key to insert a pause in your song in Melody Maker.
Objects Keys: Press these keys to add animal sounds into the song in
Remix Circus.
Esc: Press this key to exit the current activity.
Activity: Press this key to show the main menu.
Level: Press this key to show a menu for setting the difculty level.
Player: Hold down the Shift key and press this key to switch from
one-player mode to two-player mode and vice versa.
Player 1/Player 2: When in two-player mode, press these keys to switch players
when taking turns.
Repeat: Press this key to repeat an instruction or question.
Answer: Press this key to see the correct answer to a question.
Help: Press this key to hear an instruction or receive a hint in
certain activities.
Space Bar: Press this key to insert a space between letters or numbers in
Text Editor.
Demo Button: Press this key to watch an introductory animation that showcases
your Nitro Jr. Notebook™.
Arrow Keys: Press the arrow keys to move the cursor up, down, left, and right.
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ACTIVITIES
Backspace: Press this key to erase the character to the left of the cursor
or to undo the last action in certain activities.
Delete: Press this key to delete all input in Text Editor and Party Faces.
Insert: Hold the Shift key and press the Insert key to insert a picture in
Text Editor and Stamp Fun.
Enter: Press this key to enter an activity or to conrm your answer.
Record: Press this key to start recording your song in Melody Maker.
Stop: Press this key to stop recording your song in Melody Maker.
ACTIVITIES
Your Nitro Jr. Notebook™offers a total of 50 activities in 8 categories.
Index Activity Names Caterory Name
01 Follow Me
02 Alphabet Catch
03 Capital and Small
04 Word Show
05 Word Spy Language Arts
06 Beginning Letter
07 Missing Letter
08 Word Fever
09 Word Maze
10 Text Editor
11 Number Catch
12 Follow Me
13 Magic Counting
14 Balance Fun Math Explorer
15 Complete the Addition
16 Subtraction Rescue
17 What’s Missing?
18 What’s Missing II?
19 Ticktock Time
20 Animal Show
21 Find It
22 Feed the Animal Nature And Science
23 Odd One Out
24 Where Is My Home?
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ACTIVITIES
25 Town Visit
26 Town Rally
27 Vehicle Show World Discovery
28 Sound Engine
29 Follow Me
30 Odd One Out
31 Cake Maker
32 Odd One Out
33 Magic Life Social Studies
34 Daily Wonder
35 Before and After
36 Musical Note Catch
37 Follow Me
38 Melody Maker Music Studio
39 Remix Circus
40 Ear Tuner
41 Music Box
42 Stamp Fun
43 Party Faces Art Album
44 Slide Puzzle
45 What’s wrong?
46 Memory Challenge
47 Space Blaster Game Time
48 Push and Move
49 Carrot Patch
50 Animated Pairs
CARTRIDGE 1: LANGUAGE ARTS
Activity 01. Follow Me
You will see several letter mushrooms on the screen. Press the corresponding letters as
fast as you can before the leaves cover the screen!
Activity 02. Alphabet Catch
You will see several clams that quickly open and close their shells, briey showing a letter
inside. Use the arrow keys or mouse to catch the letters in alphabetical order before the
clam closes its shell!
Activity 03. Capital and Small
Use the arrow keys or mouse to move the ashlight and nd the lowercase letter that
matches the displayed uppercase letter. Press Enter to conrm your answer.
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