V-tech Mater Spy Mission Laptop User manual

Printed in China
91-001614-002
© 2011 VTech
美
Mater
Spy Mission Laptop
User’s Manual
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INTRODUCTION
LCD Screen
Letter
Buttons
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Mater Spy Mission Laptop.
Your child will love to learn about letters, numbers, shapes, logic, music
and more when they join Mater on his secret mission! They’ll also
meet up with Lightning McQueen, Finn, Holley and all their favorite
Cars friends while they accelerate their learning through 15 great
activities!
Category Buttons
Mission Mode
Button
Music
On/Off Button
Arrow Buttons
Light-up Night
Vision Lens
Folding
Keyboard
Settings Button
Number
Buttons
On/Off
Buttons
Help
Button
Moving Mouth
Enter
Button
Answer
Button
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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
• One VTech®Mater Spy Mission Laptop
One user’s manual•
WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging
locks and tags are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your
child’s safety.
ATTENTION : Pour la sécurité de votre enfant, débarrassez-vous
de tous les produits d’emballage tels que rubans adhésifs, feuilles de
plastique, attaches et étiquettes. Ils ne font pas partie du jouet.
NOTE: Please keep the user’s manual as it contains important
information.
Unlock the packaging locks:
GETTING STARTED
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Make sure the laptop is turned1. OFF.
Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the2. laptop and open it.
Install 3 new “AA” batteries (AM-3/LR6) as illustrated3. .
Close the battery cover.4.
GETTING STARTED
Rotate the packaging locks 90 degrees
counter-clockwise.
Pull out the packaging locks.
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BATTERY NOTICE
The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum•
performance.
Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged.•
Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being•
charged (if removable).
Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision•
(if removable).
Do not mix old and new batteries.•
Do not mix batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc)•
or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium).
Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to•
be used.
Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity.•
Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy.•
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.•
The toy is not to be connected to more than the recommended number•
of power supplies.
Do not dispose of batteries in fir• e.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE
BATTERIES.
BATTERY NOTICE
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Q W ER T Y UIOP
AS D F G H J K L
Z X C V B N M
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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON/OFF BUTTON
To turn the laptop ON, press the ON/OFF BUTTON.
Press the ON/OFF BUTTON again to turn the laptop OFF.
2. CATEGORY BUTTONS
Agent Exploration Spy Training Spy Quiz Music Time
Press one of the category buttons to choose from one of the four
categories: Agent Exploration, Spy Training, Spy Quiz, Music Time. There
are a total of fourteen activities to choose from.
3. MISSION MODE BUTTON
Mater has inadvertently become an agent and will go to six stations to
complete some secret missions according to the instructions.
4. NUMBER BUTTONS
Press the number buttons to learn numbers or to answer number related
questions.
5. LETTER BUTTONS
Press the letter buttons to learn letters or to answer letter related
questions.
6. HELP BUTTON
HELP
Press this button to repeat the current question or instruction.
PRODUCT FEATURES
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7. ANSWER BUTTON
ANSWER
Press this button to show the correct answer in most activities.
8. ARROW BUTTONS
Press these buttons to make a selection on the screen.
9. ENTER BUTTON
Press this button to make a choice or confirm a selection.
10. SETTINGS BUTTON
There are five levels of adjustment for both LCD contrast and audio
volume. Use the up/down arrows to select and press Enter to confirm.
Press the left arrow button to reduce the level of volume/contrast or press
the right arrow button to raise the level of volume/contrast.
11. MUSIC ON/OFF BUTTON
Press this button to turn background music on/off.
12. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
To preserve battery life, the Mater Spy Mission Laptop will automatically
turn off after several minutes of inactivity. The laptop can be turned on
again by pressing the On/Off button.
The laptop will also automatically turn off when your batteries are very
low. A warning will be displayed on screen as a reminder to change your
batteries.
13. MATER’S MOVING MOUTH
When Mater speaks, his mouth will also move.
PRODUCT FEATURES
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14. LIGHT-UP NIGHT VISION LENS
This light will flash when the laptop is turned on or off and during play.
TO BEGIN PLAY
Press the On/Off button to turn the laptop on.1.
The laptop will play a short animation, and then it will enter a category2.
menu. Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the menu and press the
Enter button to confirm your choice. Or, you can press the category
button directly to choose a category.
Use the arrow buttons to scroll through the activity menu and press the3.
Enter button to confirm your choice, or enter the activity number on
the keyboard and then press Enter to confirm.
ACTIVITIES
The VTech®Mater Spy Mission Laptop offers a total of 15 activities to
play.
Category : Agent Exploration
01. Super Computer
Mater is learning letters and numbers with the super
computer. Press a number button or a letter button to
play.
Category : Spy Training
02. Spy Letter Code!
Mater is logged in to the spy computer and learning
the spy letter code. Press a letter button to learn about
capital and lowercase letters.
TO BEGIN PLAY / ACTIVITIES
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03. Musical Code
Mater is wearing his headset and hears a code in the
form of some music. Use the arrow buttons to scroll and
press the Enter button to hear different instruments play.
04. Counting Spare Parts
Mater wants to practice his counting skills with the spy
computer. Press a number button to learn.
05. Shape Disguise
Mater is driving and sees some shapes on the road.
His spy device can be used to find out the names of the
shapes. Use the arrow buttons to learn with Mater.
Category: Spy Quiz
06. Find the Agent
Mater wants to find one of the agents. There are 3 cars
on the screen, each with a letter on them. Listen to the
instructions and find the car with the letter you hear. Use the arrow buttons
to scroll and press the Enter button to confirm, or press the matching letter
button to answer. When the answer is correct, Mater will find the agent.
07. Letter Chute
Mater is parachuting down looking for Lightning
McQueen. Listen to the instructions and find the
corresponding capital or lowercase letter from the three options shown. Use
the arrow buttons to scroll and press the Enter button to confirm, or press
the matching letter button to answer. When the answer is correct, Mater will
land safely next to Lightning McQueen.
08. Number Finder
Mater wants to find one of the agents. There are 3 cars
on the screen, each with a number on them. Listen to
the instructions and find the correct number. Use the arrow buttons to scroll
and press the Enter button to confirm, or press the matching number button
to answer. When the answer is correct, Mater will find the agent.
ACTIVITIES
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09. Count with Mater
Mater wants to count the spare parts on the photo.
Several spare parts will be shown on the screen and
you will need to help Mater count them and choose the correct number. Use
the arrow buttons to scroll and press the Enter button to confirm, or press
the matching number button to answer.
10. Shape Pattern
Oh no! Finn and Holley are in danger and Mater needs
to help them. A sequence of shapes will be shown on
the screen. Help Mater find the missing shape that completes the sequence.
Use the arrow buttons to scroll and press Enter to confirm. When the answer
is correct, Mater will save Finn and Holley.
11. Restore the Shapes
Mater’s spy device can hide the shape that he touches.
Remember the shape before Mater touches it, then
decide which of the shapes is correct by choosing one of the three options.
Use the arrow keys to scroll and press the Enter button to confirm.
12. Hide and Seek
Mater is looking for an enemy car. The car drives into
one of three crates, then the crates swap around. Watch
the crates closely and decide which one the car is hiding in. Use the arrow
buttons to scroll and press Enter to confirm.
13. Match the Shadows
Mater is looking at some photos, but they are not very
clear and only show up as shadows. A shadow will
appear on the left, and then some characters will appear on the right. Find
the matching character by using the arrow buttons to scroll and press Enter
to confirm.
ACTIVITIES
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CARE & MAINTENANCE / TROUBLESHOOTING
Category: Music Time
14. Dance Party
Mater and Lightning McQueen are celebrating. Press a
number button to choose one of the ten songs, or use
the arrow buttons to choose a song and press Enter to confirm. Watch Mater
and Lightning McQueen dance to the music and press the arrow buttons
for some surprises!
Category: Secret Mission
15. Secret Mission
Mater has inadvertently become an agent and will go to six stations to
complete some secret missions. Answer each of the questions to help Mater
complete his missions, and then join him for his rewarding celebration!
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth.1.
Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat.2.
Remove the batteries when not using it for an extended period of time.3.
Do not drop the unit on a hard surface and do not expose the unit to4. excess moisture.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If for some reason the program/activity stops working or malfunctions, please
follow these steps:
Please turn the unit OFF.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 should now be ready to play again.4.
If the product still does not work, replace with an entire set of new5.
batteries.
If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department on
1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, and a service
representative will be happy to help you.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
If you have a problem that cannot be solved by using this manual, we
encourage you to visit us online or contact our Consumer Services Department
with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A support
representative will be happy to assist you.
Before requesting support, please be ready to provide or include the
information below:
The name of your product or model number (the model number is typically•
located on the back or bottom of your product).
The actual problem you are experiencing.•
The actions you took right before the problem started.•
Internet: www.vtechkids.com
Phone: [phone] in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada
IMPORTANT NOTE
Creating and developing VTech®Preschool Learning products is accompanied
by a responsibility that we at VTech®take very seriously. We make every effort
to ensure the accuracy of the information, which forms the value of our products.
However, errors sometimes can occur.
It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and encourage
you to call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S.
or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada with any problems and/or suggestions that you
might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
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NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.•
Incr• ease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to•
which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.•
Caution : changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
COPYRIGHT NOTICES
Copyright 2011 VTech®Electronics North America, L.L.C. All Rights
Reserved. VTech®and the VTech®logo are registered trademarks of VTech®
Electronics North America, L.L.C. All other trademarks are property of their
respective owners.
COPYRIGHT NOTICES
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