V-tech Master Pad FM User manual

User’s Manual
Master PadTM FM
© 2002 VTech
Printed in China
91-01474-006

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Dear Parent:
At VTech®we know that a child has the ability to do great things.
That’s why all of our electronic learning products are uniquely
designed to develop a child’s mind and allow them to learn to
the best of their ability. Whether it’s learning about letters,
numbers, geography or algebra, all VTech®learning products
incorporate advanced technologies and extensive curriculum
to encourage children of all ages to reach their potential.
When it comes to providing interactive products that enlighten,
entertain and develop minds, at VTech®we see the potential in
every child.

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MASTER PAD™ FM
Contents
INTRODUCTION................................................................1
POWER SOURCE .............................................................2
BATTERY INSTALLATION.................................................... 2
BATTERY NOTICE ................................................................ 2
AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION .............................................. 3
HEADPHONE CONNECTION ............................................... 4
PRINTER CONNECTION ...................................................... 4
MOUSE CONNECTION......................................................... 4
CONTRAST SWITCH ............................................................ 5
VOLUME SWITCH ................................................................ 5
POWER ON/OFF BUTTON ................................................... 5
RADIO ON/OFF SWITCH...................................................... 5
3-IN-1 FLASHLIGHT ............................................................. 5
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF....................................................... 6
KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS ..............6
LETTER KEYS ...................................................................... 7
NUMBER KEYS .................................................................... 7
CURSOR BUTTONS ............................................................. 7
FUNCTION KEYS.................................................................. 7
TO BEGIN PLAY..............................................................10
DESCRIPTION OF ACTIVITIES.......................................... 13
AFRICA ......................................................................... 13
PACIFIC ISLANDS ........................................................ 14
HIMALAYAN MOUNTAINS ........................................... 15
SOUTH AMERICAN RAIN FOREST............................. 16
TOOL BOX .................................................................... 17
RADIO ........................................................................... 19
REFERENCE GUIDES .................................................. 20
SMART CARD............................................................... 21
SCORING ........................................................................21
SCORING SYSTEM IN SMART CARD............................... 22
HOW TO PLAY WITH THE SMART CARD.....................22
CARE AND MAINTENANCE...........................................23

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®MASTER PAD™ FM learning toy!
We at VTech®are committed to providing the highest quality products to
entertain and educate your child. Should you have any questions or
concerns, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-
2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.
MASTER PAD™ FM features a large, clear LCD screen that displays
hundreds of friendly animated pictures and vivid sound that actively
encourageschildren.Thereare notonlyinstructive activitiesthat canteach
children a lot, but also useful tools that child can use when they go for
outdoor expedition.
LOCK KEY
CORNER
LCD LENS
SMART CARD
CONTRAST
VOLUME
PICK KEY
CURSOR PICK KEY
KEY TOP
HEADPHONE
PORT
POWER
REST
TOUCH/
FLASHLIGHT

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POWER SOURCE
MASTER PAD™ FM operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or
a 9V 300mAAC center-positive adaptor (not included).
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of
the unit and open it.
3. Insert 4 “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as
illustrated. (The use of new, alkaline
batteriesisrecommendedfor maximum
performance.)
4. Replace the battery cover.
5. Change the two "AA" backup batteries the same way as illustrated
above. Makesurethenormalbatteriesarewellinstalledbeforeinstalling
backup batteries. Otherwise you will lose all record during the play.
Notice : If you have been using the computer for a year, it's better to
changethebackupbatteries.Becausewhenthebackupbatteries
run out, the computer can't power on and off normally. Only
batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are
to be used.
BATTERY NOTICE
• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to
avoid leakage.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not use batteries of different types.
• Remove the batteries from the learning toy when it will not be
used for an extended period of time.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.
NOTE : Usually if the unit hangs up, firstly you should turn off the unit by
pressing [On/Off] key. If it still doesn't work, you should press
RESET button. If you still can't turn on the unit, you can follow
the steps below.

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1. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
2. Let the unit stand for a few minutes, then replace the batteries.
3. Turn the unit on. The unit will now be ready to play again.
If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at
1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.
AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION
Use a standard 9V 300mAAC center-positive adaptor.
1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
2. Locate the adaptor jack on the backside of the unit.
3. Insert the adaptor plug into the unit’s adaptor jack.
4. Plug the adaptor into a wall outlet.
5. Turn the unit ON.
In the U.S.A.: Many retailers carry this type of adaptor. However, if you
are unable to find one locally, the VTech®ACAdaptor is perfectly suited to
operate your MASTER PAD™ FM learning laptop. For information on how
topurchaseaVTech®ACAdaptor,callour Consumer ServicesDepartment
at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.
IN CANADA: Please see the enclosed VTech®adaptor offer coupon.
NOTE : If for some reason the program/activity stops working, it may
be the result of the adaptor connection. Please follow these
steps:
1. Please turn the unit OFF and unplug the adaptor for 15 seconds.
2. Reinsert the adaptor plug into the adaptor jack.
3. Turn the unit ON.
If the problem persists, it may be the result of the adaptor’s wiring or the
unit. Please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010
in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.

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HEADPHONE CONNECTION
MASTER PAD™ FM has a specially designed headphone. Please follow
the steps below to connect your headphone.
1. Make sure the volume low down.
2. Locate the headphone jack at the right side of the learning toy.
3. Plug the headphone into the learning toy’s headphone jack.
4. Adjust the volume so that you can listen to the unit comfortably.
PRINTER CONNECTION
MASTER PAD™ FM designeda printer connection.To connectthe printer:
1. Power off the printer.
2. Locate the printer jack at the back of the unit.
3. Plug the printer's connector into the printer jack.
4. Power on the printer and you are ready to print.
NOTE: Only the VTech®VT-41 printer is compatible with MASTER PAD™ FM.
MOUSE CONNECTION
You can use a VTech®Mouse (buy separately) for the MASTER PAD™ FM
learning toy. Please follow the steps below to connect your mouse.
1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
2. Locate the mouse jack at the back of the learning toy.
3. Plug the mouse into the learning toy’s mouse jack.
4. Turn the unit ON.
MOUSE OVERVIEW
Once the mouse is installed you may move the mouse
cursor around the screen freely.
MOUSE MAINTENANCE
To clean the mouse, you need to open the cover on the bottom of the
mouse by using a screwdriver. Twisting in the direction of the arrows will
release the cover. Once the cover is removed, the mouse ball should be
taken out and the contents inside the mouse should be cleaned with a dry
cloth. The mouse ball should also be cleaned with a dry cloth. Once you
havefinishedcleaningthemouse,placethemouseballbackintothemouse
and screw the cover back onto the mouse.

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MOUSE BUTTON
Mouse Buttons lie below the keyboard. They have the full
mouse function, which enables you to play the games at
moreease. Pressfourmousebuttonsinthemiddleto move
the mouse around. Press left mouse button to activate the
selection and right button to cancel.
N.B.: Printer and mouse sold separately.
CONTRAST SWITCH
Adjust the image on the screen by sliding the Contrast
Switch to the right for higher contrast and to the left for
lower contrast.
VOLUME SWITCH
Adjust the volume by truning the Volume Switch to the
front to raise the volume and to the back to lower the
volume.
POWER ON/OFF BUTTON
Turn on your MASTER PAD™ FM learning toy by
pressing the Power ON/OFF Button located on the right
of the keyboard. Press the button again will turn the unit
OFF.
RADIO ON/OFF SWITCH
Turn the radio ON/OFF by using Radio ON/OFF Switch.
You can turn the radio on or off at any time without
interruptingplaying game.And you canlisten to the radio
without switching OFF the unit.
3-IN-1 FLASHLIGHT
The 3-in-1 Flashlight can be used in the following three ways. Please see
the illustration below.

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Flashlight with handle
1. Cover the top cabinet.
2. Insert the 3-in-1 Flashlight with the battery door of
the Flashlight near the Flashlight slot.
Backlight
1. Open the top cabinet.
2. Insert the Flashlight with the bulbs near to the slot.
Hand held Flashlight
1. Slide the switch of the Flashlight towards the bulbs.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
If there is no input into the VTech®MASTER PAD™ FM learning toy for
about 8 minutes, the learning toy will automatically shut itself OFF to save
power. To turn the unit back on after an automatic shut off, you will need to
press the Power ON/OFF button again to restart the learning toy. If the
VTech®MASTER PAD™ FM learning toy is not going to be used for a
long period of time, we recommend that you remove the batteries and
unplug the adaptor.
KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND
FUNCTIONS
The MASTER PAD™ FM learning toy has a full alphanumeric hard-key
typing keyboard.

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LETTER KEYS
Use the Letter keys to input letters or words in activities like Typing
Challengeand CardMaker. TheQWERTYlayoutwillfamiliarize your child
with the standard computer keyboard and typewriter.
NUMBER KEYS
UsetheNumberkeyswheninputtingtheanswersin mathematical activities.
The number keys may also be used to select a level when the Level key is
pressed or to select a choice when there are numbered choices for
selection.
CURSOR BUTTONS
Use the four cursor buttons, to move the cursor to the
right, to the left, up or down on the screen.
FUNCTION KEYS
DEMO KEY:
DEMO
Would you like to know how the activities are played? The DEMO button
is available at any time to show you how. Pressing the DEMO button in the
main menu will demonstrate all of the activities in every category before
returningtothecategoryselectionscreen.PressingtheDEMO buttonduring
activity selection will cause the MASTER PAD™ FM to demonstrate all
the activities within the selected category before returning to the activity
selection screen. If the DEMO button is pressed when a player is in an
activity, it will only demonstrate that particular activity. Once the
demonstration is done, it will return to that activity.
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