V-tech KidiStar Dance Assembly Instructions

91-003674-000 US
Parent’s Guide

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Kidi Star Dance™ system!
Learn 20 cool dance moves step by step by following the animated
dance trainer. Then, challenge a friend to a dance-off using the bands.
On/Off
Button
Games
Button On/Off
Button
Volume
Button
Home
Button
Music
Button
Left
Button
OK Button
Right
Button
LED
Indicator
microSD
Card Slot
Audio-In
Jack DC Jack
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One Kidi Star Dance™unit
• Two bands (with CR2025 battery pre-installed)
• One audio cable
• One parent’s guide

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WARNING:
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks,
removable tags, cable ties and packaging screws are not part of this toy,
and should be discarded for your child’s safety.
NOTE: Please keep this parent’s guide as it contains important
information.
ATTENTION :
Pour la sécurité de votre enfant, débarrassez-vous de tous les produits
d’emballage tels que rubans adhésifs, feuilles de plastique, attaches,
étiquettes et vis d’emballage. Ils ne font pas partie du jouet.
NOTE : Il est conseillé de conserver ce guide des parents car il comporte
des informations importantes.
Turn the packaging lock
counterclockwise several times.
Pull out and discard the packaging lock.
Unlock the packaging locks:
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
The Kidi Star Dance™ system uses 4
AA batteries or a VTech®6V adapter (sold
separately).
• Make sure the main unit is turned OFF.
• Locate the battery cover on the bottom of
the main unit.
• Use a screwdriver to open the battery
cover.
• Install 4 new AA batteries as illustrated.
(The use of new alkaline batteries
is recommended for maximum
performance).
• Replace the battery cover.

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BATTERY NOTICE
• Use new alkaline batteries for maximum performance.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
• Do not mix different types of batteries: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)
or rechargeable, or new and used batteries.
• Do not use damaged batteries.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Donotdisposeofbatteriesinre.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging (if
removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
POWER ADAPTER CONNECTION
You may purchase a VTech®3.5mm DC 6V power adapter by visiting
our website at vtechkids.com. Hover over the “Support” option on the
top menu bar and choose “Order Replacement Parts” from the menu
that appears below. Or call our Consumer Services Department at
1-800-521-2010 in the US or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada.
To connect the adapter to the unit, follow the instructions below:
• Make sure the unit is OFF and ensure no batteries remain inside the
unit.
• Locate the 3.5mm DC Jack on the side of the unit.
• Connect a power adapter (not included) into the DC Jack.
• Insert the other end of the power adapter into a wall outlet.
• Turn the unit ON.
TRANSFORMER SAFETY NOTICE
• Using a 3.5mm/1.3mm (positive center) 6V/800mA DC output AC
adaptor is recommended.
• This toy shall only be used with a transformer for toys.
• The transformer is not a toy.

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• This toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old.
• Do not connect the toy to more than the recommended number of
power supplies.
• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid.
• Please regularly examine the transformer, checking for damage to the
cord, plug, transformer and other parts. Do not use the transformer if
it is damaged.
MEMORY CARD INSTALLATION
The Kidi Star Dance™ system is compatible with microSD/microSDHC
memory cards up to 32GB.
• Make sure the main unit is in OFF.
• Pull away the rubber covering on the
microSD Card Slot, located on the
side of the unit.
• Insert the memory card (not included)
as illustrated.
• To remove the memory card from the
slot, push the card and it will eject.
Note: To prevent accidental data loss, make sure you have backed up
all important data from your memory card before using it.
WARNING:
The bands with this product contain a button or coin cell
battery. A swallowed button or coin cell battery can cause
internal chemical burns in as little as two hours and lead to
death. Dispose of used batteries immediately. Keep new
and used batteries away from children. If you think batteries
might have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the
body, seek immediate medical attention.
ATTENTION !
Ce jouet contient une pile bouton !L’ingestion d’une pile
bouton peut causer des brûlures internes pouvant provoquer
la mort dans un délai de 2 heures. Jeter les piles usées
immédiatement après les avoir retirées du jouet. Garder les
piles neuves hors d’atteinte des enfants. Si vous remarquez
qu’une pile bouton a été avalée, consultez immédiatement
un médecin.

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BAND USAGE
Power On
Press the On/Off Button on the side of the face to turn on the Band.
If you’ve just taken the Bandsoutofthepackagingforthersttime,you
need to remove the battery strip before use.
Power Off
Press and hold the On/Off Button for two seconds.
Auto Power Off
The Bands will automatically power off if unused for a short period of
time.
LED Indicator
The BandLEDwillashperiodicallytoshowitisworking
normally. If the LED ashes twice in succession, the
battery is low and you should replace it soon.
BAND BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Locate the battery cover on the back of a
Band face and open it with a screwdriver.
2. Remove the battery cover and insert a
CR2025 battery as illustrated.
3. Replace the battery cover and fasten the
screw.
4. Repeat steps 1-3 on the second Band.
BAND BATTERY NOTICE
• Use one CR2025 Lithium coin battery only for each Band. Do not use
rechargeable Lithium ion battery LIR2450. This toy is not compatible
with LIR2450.
• The coin battery used with this product should be kept away from
small children who might still put things in their mouths. If the coin
battery is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately.
• Insert the coin battery with the correct polarity.
• Do not use a damaged coin battery.

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• Do not short-circuit the coin battery terminals.
• Remove exhausted coin battery from the product.
• Remove coin battery during long periods of non-use.
• Donotdisposeofcoinbatteryinre.
• Do not charge a non-rechargeable coin battery.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being
charged. (if removable)
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
TO BEGIN USING KIDISTAR DANCE
Power On
Press the On/Off Button to turn on the main unit. If you’ve just taken
the Kidi Star Dance™ system out of its packaging for the rst time,
you need to disable Try-Me mode before playing. Press the OK Button
during the Try-Me movie to exit Try-Me mode.
Band Pairing
After exiting the Try-Me mode, you will be asked to pair
the Bandsbeforeplayingforthersttime.Turnonyour
Bands and press the OK Button to start the pairing
procedure. Shake the Band that you want it to be paired
as BandA rst, and then shake the other Band to be
Band B.
If the main unit cannot recognize the Bands during pairing, power off the
Bands, turn them on and shake again.
NOTE: If for any reason you want to pair only one Band, after Band A is
paired, you can press the OK Button to skip Band B pairing.
Auto Power Off
To preserve battery life, the Kidi Star Dance™ system will automatically
shut down if there is no operation for a short period of time.
Volume Control
Press the Volume Button and press the Left or Right
Buttons to adjust the volume.
NOTE: Audio-in volume is not controlled by the Kidi Star Dance™
system, please use the connected music device to control the audio-in
volume.

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ACTIVITIES
Home Menu
1. Dancing Academy
Select a dance move from the menu and follow along
with the dancer to learn it. The icon in the lower-left
showsthemove’sdifculty.
2. Dancing Challenge
Use the moves you learn in Dancing Academy to
dance along to eight original songs. Challenge a
friend and see who knows the moves best!
3. Free Dance
Select a music style and dance along with the music
as the lights follow your moves.
4. Freeze Dance
Select a song to play and follow the funny dance
prompts, just don’t move when the music stops!
5. System Setup
Band Pairing
• Pair the Bands with the main unit
Band A/B SFX
• Set the default sound effect response for Band A/B
Music Playtime
• Set the maximum playtime for music playback. The main unit will
turn off automatically after the time is reached.
Factory Reset
• Reset your Kidi Star Dance™ system to factory settings
Music Menu
1. MP3 Player
PlayMP3lesfromyourmemorycard(notincluded)
or songs from Dancing Challenge when no memory
card is present.
Press the Left or Right Buttons to select a function
icon and press the OK Buttontoconrm.

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Play or pause the music
Play previous or next song
Option Menu
• Play All: Play all songs in order
• Repeat All: Loop all songs continuously
• Repeat One: Play the current song on loop
• ShufeAll:Shufeallsongs
• Play Folder: Play all the songs stored in a single folder (not including
sub-folders). Press the Left and Right Buttons to navigate through
folders and press the OK Buttontoselectaleorfolder.Pressthe
Music Button to return to the play screen.
NOTE:
The maximum playtime is 2 hours by default and can be adjusted in
the System Setup Menu.
After the music is playing for 20 seconds, animations
will start playing with light effects. Press the Left or
Right Buttons to choose between 10 different light
effects or turn off the effects. Press the OK Button to
return to the music player.
2. Audio-In Connection
Plug in your own music player to the Audio-In Jack on
the side and watch the lights dance along.
NOTE: Sound from a device using the Audio-In Jack
will play through the Kidi Star Dance™ speakers in any
activity. The audio-in volume is controlled by the volume setting on your
external device.
Game Menu
1. Beat Jam
Shake your Band when the falling icon crosses the line
to play along with the music. Band A controls the left
instrument, and Band B controls the right. Wear them
both or give one to a friend to play together!
2. Music Bubble
Shake your Bands to keep the music aoat. Band
A guides the music bubble to one way, and Band B
pushes it the other way. Try to avoid obstacles as the
levels get harder.

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3. Funny Conductor
Take a turn conducting the orchestra by waving your
Band to the beat. Try to wave your hand when the
baton symbol enters the target. Go too slow and the
music will stop, too fast and it will just sound silly.
4. Magic Moves
Select an object and shake your Bands to make some
funny sounds!
5. Motion Challenge
Select a challenge and play with your friend or the
computer. Follow the instructions and perform the
action as quickly as possible within the time limit, and
see who is the winner!
DANCING CHALLENGE SONG LYRICS
The Funky Bear
Verse 1:
Let’s do the funky bear
Join me, do you dare?
Let’s do the funky bear right now,
C’mon I’ll show you how!
Chorus:
Roar, roar like a bear,
Shoutitoutwithsomeair!
Stomp, stomp like a bear,
Try n’ give me a scare!
Swim, swim like a bear,
Let’scatchsomeshtoshare!
Roar, roar like a bear,
Let’s do the funky bear!
Verse 2:
Do you feel it in the air?
It’s the beat of the funky bear
Come on let’s give it a shot,
And show me what you got!
(Chorus)
Our Favorite Song
Verse 1:
I hear the music playing
The beat is loud, I feel amazing
All I wanna do is get up
With my friends now, let’s stand up!
Chorus:
Put your hands up and wave them along,
To our favorite song
Nod your head to the beat,
Let’s dance to our favorite song
Sway side to side, and clap your hands,
To our favorite song
Jump up and down to the beat,
Let’s dance to our favorite song
Verse 2:
Iseethelightsashing
Allovertheoor,it’ssoexciting
All I wanna do is get up
With my friends now, let’s stand up!
(Chorus)