V-tech Write & Learn Smartboard User manual

Write It Right Computer™
Printed in China
© 2004 VTech
91-xxxxx-000
User’s Manual

Dear Parent,
At VTech® we know how important the first day of school is for your child. To
help prepare preschoolers for this important event, VTech® has developed
the Preschool Learning series of interactive toys.
Preschool Learning features fun characters and inviting school themes that
use technology to capture a child’s attention and teach important preschool
skills like spelling, counting and the alphabet. These vital skills are taught in
a way that’s both fun and highly engaging to maintain a child’s interest.
Children will also be introduced to fun school subjects such as art class,
music class and even recess! With Preschool Learning, learning is fun
from day one!
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. We thank you
for trusting VTech® with the important job of helping your child learn and
grow!
Sincerely,
Your Friends at VTech®
To learn more about Preschool Learning and other VTech® toys, visit
www.vtechkids.com

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech®Write It Right Computer™ 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.
or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada.
Imagine a toy that teaches your child to write while he or she plays. This
describestheVTech®Write It Right Computer™, featuring the unique VTech®
Writing Recognition Technology. The VTech®Write It Right Computer™
has a large LCD screen that displays clear pictures and engaging animations,
while the Writing Recognition Pad allows children to write, draw, and create
anything they can imagine. With the VTech®Write It Right Computer™, your
childwillreceiveanentertainingandthoroughintroductiontonecessary school
skills.
INTRODUCTION
On Button
Off Button
Volume Switch
Contrast Switch
QWERTY
Keyboard
Letter Writing
Button Free Drawing
Button
Fun Chaser
Button
Pen
Writing Recognition Pad
Category Buttons
Number Writing
Button

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INSTRUCTIONS AND ACTIVITIES
INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
•One VTech®Write It Right Computer™ learning toy
•One instruction manual
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
BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF.
2. Locate and open the battery cover on the
back of the unit.
3. Insert 3 “AA”batteries (UM-3/LR6), as
illustrated.
4. Replace the battery cover.
NOTE: The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum
performance.
BATTERY NOTICE
•Do not try to 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;
•Do not mix different types of batteries; Do not mix new and used batteries;
•Only use batteries of the recommended or equivalent type;
•Always insert batteries properly matching the plus (+) and minus (-) signs;
•Batteries that have run out of energy must be removed from the toy;
•Do not short circuit the supply terminals;
•Do not use more batteries than recommended;
•Remove batteries from the toy if it will not be used for an extended period
of time.
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TO BEGIN PLAY
•Turn on your VTech®Write It Right Computer™ by pressing the ON
Button.Arthur andAda will greet you and introduce the special features of
the VTech®Write It Right Computer™.
•Afterthe opening animation, the activitycategories will toggle on thescreen
automatically. PresstheCategory Buttons oruse theLeft andRight Arrow
keys to choose an activity category. Press Enter or to make your
choice.
•Onceyou havechosen a category,its activitytitles will scrollin automatically.
Press the Up and Down Arrow Keys to scroll through the activities, and
press Enter or to choose.
•Press one of the four Recommended Activity Buttons
to play Letter Writing, Number Writing,
Free Drawing or Fun Chaser.
PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON BUTTON
Turn the VTech®Write It Right Computer™ on by pressing the ON Button.
2. OFF BUTTON
Turn the VTech®Write It Right Computer™ off by pressing the OFF Button.
3. VOLUME SWITCH
Slide the VOLUME SWITCH to the upper right
toraise thevolume, andto thelower leftto lower
the volume.
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4. CONTRAST SWITCH
Slide the CONTRAST SWITCH to the
upper right for higher contrast, and to the
lower left for lower contrast.
5. KEYBOARD DESCRIPTION AND FUNCTIONS
TheVTech®Write It Right Computer™ hasafull alphanumerichard-key typing
keyboard.
6. SPECIAL KEYS
Arthur’s Favorites and Ada’s Favorites Keys:
Arthur and Ada are learning pals who guide you through the VTech®Write It
Right Computer™.If you pressthe Arthur’s Favorites Key located
on the left-hand side of the keyboard, or the Ada’s Favorites Key on
the right-hand side, they will trigger one of the pals’favorite activities.
Music Key:
Press this key to turn the background music on or off.
Repeat Key:
Press this key to have the unit repeat a question or instruction.
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Answer Key:
Press this key to see the correct answer to a question.
Delete Key:
Press this key to clear your input in applicable activities.
Enter Key:
Press this key to enter your answer or choice.
Arrow Keys:
Press the four arrow keys to make selections.
7. CATEGORY BUTTONS AND ACTIVITY TABLE
Press a Category button to enter one of these activity groups: Letter Fun,
Words, Number Fun, About Days, Quiz Time, Music, Games and IQ Test.
Letter Fun
Capital Letter, Small Letter, Letter Picker, Alpha Order,
Guess the Letter
Words
Letter Story, Beginning Letter, Missing Letter, Fun Letter
Number Fun
Number Pictures, Find the Biggest, Find the Smallest,
Number Between, Guess the Number
About Days
What is the Weather?, Season Pictures, Which Day Comes
Next?, Which Month Comes Next?
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Quiz Time
Find My Shadow, Complete the Puzzle, Matching Shapes,
Animal Quiz, Mirror Image
Music
ABC Song, Music Box, Great Conductor
Games
Dance With Me, Magician’s Hat, Maze
IQ Test
Tic Tac Toe, Complete the Pattern, Forget Me Not
8. RECOMMENDED ACTIVITY BUTTONS
There are four recommended activities than can be triggered by pressing one
of the four main activity buttons. Letter Writing and Number Writing teach
you to write letters and numbers according to the Zaner-Bloser method of
handwriting. Free Drawing encourages you to create your own pictures, and
Fun Chaser challenges you to test your letter and number writing skills.
Letter Writing Number Writing Free Drawing Fun Chaser
9. WRITING RECOGNITION PAD
TheWriting Recognition Pad isspecially designed toteachyou to write letters
and numbers, by recognizing what you have written, and determining whether
or not it is correct.
When you have finishedwriting or drawing onthe writing pad, press the Check
mark on the pad, and the VTech®Writing
Recognition Technology will process your
writing or drawing. Press the X mark to
clear the LCD screen, and slide the Erase Bar to
the left or right to clear the writing pad.
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The sturdy “magic”paper stands up to repeated writing and erasing.
In addition to writing and drawing, you can also use the writing pad and Pen to
answer questions and make selections. When choices appear on the LCD
screen, simply move the Pen on the writing pad until your choice is highlighted
on the LCD screen. Press or Enter to make your selection.
Zaner-Bloser Method of Handwriting
Capital Letters
Small Letters
Numbers
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10. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
If the VTech®Write It Right Computer™ gets no input for about 5 minutes, it
will automatically shut off to save power. To turn the unit back on after an
automatic shut-off, press the ON Button.
Ifthe VTech®Write It RightComputer™ isnotgoing to beused foran extended
period of time, we recommend removing the batteries.
ACTIVITIES
Recommended Activities
Letter Writing
After pressing this button, press a letter to learn how to write its capital and
small forms.
Use your Pen to write the letter on the Writing Recognition Pad, and press
or Enter when you are done.
Number Writing
After pressing this button, press a number to learn how to write it. Use your
Pen to write the number on the Writing Recognition Pad, and press or
Enter when you are done.
Free Drawing
Draw whatever you like on the Writing Recognition Pad, and press or
Enter when you are done. Watch your drawing come to life!
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