WowWee Alive Elvis User manual

User Manual
Item No. 9005 Ages: 14+

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Contents Contents
Table of contents P. 1 - 2
Introduction P. 3
About Wowwee Alive™ Elvis® P. 4
Package contents P. 4
Technical specications P. 4
Battery details P. 5 - 6
Battery requirements P. 5
Elvis bust P. 5
Microphone remote controller P. 5
Installing and changing the batteries P. 5
AC/DC adaptor P. 7
Powering on/o P. 7
Sleep and reset P. 8
Sleep mode P. 8
Resetting Elvis P. 8

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Contents
Remote controller overview P. 8 - 9
Elvis overview P. 9
Song and Monologue cartridge P. 10
Voice mode P. 11
Alive mode (Taking Care of Business™) P. 11
Song mode P. 11
Monologue mode P. 11
Sing Through mode (Share the Spotlight) P. 12 - 13
External music playback P. 14
Vision system P. 15
Taking Care of Elvis P. 16
Safety and warranty information P. 17 - 18
Safety tips P. 17
Warranty P. 17
Support P. 18

About Wowwee Alive™ Elvis®
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Introduction
Dear Customer,
In 2005, Wowwee entered into a licensing
agreement with Elvis Presley Enterprises to
create the Wowwee Alive™ Elvis®, the rst
lifesize, completely realistic looking and
functioning bust of the world’s most loved
entertainer of all time.
Your animatronic Elvis consists of 10 precision
motors housed in an eciently designed
mechanical bust that conforms to the synthetic
skin likeness of Elvis!
More than two years of intense research and
development were dedicated to this project.
Initial sculptures were developed based upon
archival photo reference and lm footage from
Graceland. Forensic reconstruction techniques
were relied upon to assist in the creation
process. A total of 18 separate sculptures were
produced before a perfect recreation was
achieved.
Specially-developed motion-capture software,
in conjunction with a joystick system, was used
to nely tune the head and facial movements to
produce all the subtle motions that create a
believable Elvis.
We hope you will experience many enjoyable
and entertaining hours with the Wowwee Alive
Elvis.
With warm regards,
George York
Wowwee Ltd.

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About Wowwee Alive™ Elvis®
About Wowwee Alive Elvis
Wowwee Alive Elvis is a lifelike singing and talking bust of the
best-selling solo artist in US history. Motion-captured facial animations
for amazing realism and expression utilizing Wowwee Alive
animatronics, and a leather-like jacket styled from the “Elvis Presley ’68
Comeback Special”, complete the most authentic recreation ever of this
legendary artist. Whether you’re his greatest fan or new to the man and
his music, you can listen to, sing along with, and learn more about the
life of the man they call“The King”.
Package contents
• 1x Alive Elvis
• 1x Microphone-shaped remote control
• 1x 9V AC/DC 2.7A adaptor
• This user manual
Technical specications
• Measurements: 20”L x 11.5”D x 18.5”H
(50.8cm L x 29.2cm D x 47.0cm H)
• Full-face animatronic design with realistic animated motions
• Infrared vision sensors
• High quality stereo system
• Audio line-in (line-in cable not included)
• 1/4 inch microphone jack plug (microphone not included)
• Memory card slot (for Song and Monologue cartridge, each sold
separately)
• DC power connector socket
Voice
Alive

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Battery details
Battery details
The following section describes the details concerning batteries for Elvis
and his remote controller.
NOTE: For best performance, use Elvis with the provided adaptor.
Battery requirements
Elvis bust
Elvis is powered by 8 x 1.5V ‘D’ size batteries (not included). We
recommend you use top-quality alkaline batteries.
Alternatively, Elvis can be powered by an Output 9V AC/DC 2.7A, center
positive adaptor (included).
Microphone remote controller
Your Elvis remote controller is powered by 3 x ‘AAA’ batteries (not
included).
Installing and changing the batteries
The following are steps to follow when installing or replacing the
batteries in Elvis and/or his remote controller.
NOTE: Before installing or changing batteries, make sure that Elvis and/or
his remote controller are turned o (switch is set to the OFF position).
1. Remove the battery compartment covers using a Phillips screwdriver
(not included).
2. Insert the batteries (not included) into the battery compartment of
Elvis and/or the remote controller, as illustrated in the diagrams.
IMPORTANT: Make sure you align the positive and negative polarities
of the batteries with corresponding markings inside the battery
compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment covers and replace the screws.
When you notice Elvis slowing down or stopping any movement, you
might need to change the batteries in the body. Also, if you notice Elvis
not responding well to controller commands, you might need to replace
the batteries in the remote controller.

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Battery details
Attention: important battery information
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, dierent types of batteries
(Standard (Carbon zinc), alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable
batteries of dierent capacities.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the Elvis unit and remote control
before recharging them.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
• Please respect the correct polarity, (+) and (-).
• Do not try to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not throw batteries into the re.
• Replace all batteries of the same type/brand at the same time.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the Elvis unit and remote control.
• Batteries should only be replaced by adults.
• Remove batteries if your Elvis is not going to be used for some time.
• Retain packaging as it contains important information.
“Bottom view of
Elvis bust”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”
1.5V
LR20
UM1
“D”

AC/DC adaptor
Elvis can be powered by an output 9V AC/DC, 2.7 A, center positive
adaptor. You can use the adaptor included in this package.
NOTE: For best performance, always use the adaptor as the power
source for Elvis. Battery usage should be limited to the external
music playback function only.
IMPORTANT: Only use an adaptor of the recommended type.
To operate Elvis using an adaptor:
1. Set the power switch on the back of Elvis’ bust to OFF.
2. Open the rubber cover on the DC socket.
3. Insert the jack into the DC socket in the back of Elvis’ bust and plug the
adaptor into a power outlet.
4. Set the power switch on Elvis to the ON position.
Important safety notice
• Examine the AC/DC adaptor regularly for damage to the cord, plug,
enclosure and other parts, and, in the event of such damage the
product must not be used with the adaptor until the damage has
been repaired.
• The AC/DC adaptor is not a toy and should be operated by adults.
• If you wish to clean Elvis ensure that the power is disconnected rst.
Only clean with a damp cloth.
• Elvis may generate some abnormal motion or sound if you directly
change the power source (from batteries to adaptor and vice versa)
without turning the ON/ OFF switch to OFF rst. After changing the
power source, please turn the ON/ OFF switch to the ON position.
• Elvis is not intended for children under 14 years old.
Powering on/o
Elvis’power switch is located on his back, just below his neck, as
illustrated. To turn Elvis on, move the power switch from the OFF
position to the ON position. To turn him o, move the power switch to
the OFF position.
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AC/DC adaptor / Powering on/off
DC IN 9V
CENTER POSITIVE
9V

Sleep and reset
Sleep mode
When you leave Elvis unattended for around 10 minutes or more, he
will go into sleep mode, which means he will power down to conserve
energy. To wake him up, move the power switch to the OFF setting and
then ON again.
Resetting Elvis
You can reset Elvis to his default settings by performing a full reset. To
carry out a full reset, move Elvis’power switch to the OFF setting then
ON again.
Remote controller overview
The microphone-styled remote controller is based upon one of the many
microphones used by Elvis during the‘68 Comeback Special. You can use
the six (6) multi-function buttons and the slider on the remote controller
to activate and control various functions of your Elvis unit.
NOTE: The remote controller will work best at distances up to 6 feet
(approx. 2 meters) and closer. You should point the remote controller
towards the front of the bust for optimal response.
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Sleep and reset / Remote controller overview
Voice mode button
Song / Monologue
mode button
Song / Monologue
selector button
Sing Through / Along
mix volume button
Play / Pause button
Alive mode button
Volume Control
knob

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Remote controller overview / Elvis overview
Voice mode button
Toggle Elvis’ voice ON or OFF.
Alive Mode button
Elvis performs random sequences of animations (see P. 11).
Song / Monologue Mode button
Toggle between songs or monologues (see P. 11).
Play / Pause button
Start or pause a song or monologue.
Sing Through/Along mix volume button
Set your desired sing through/along mix volume setting using the mix
volume control (see p. 12 - 13).
NOTE: Do not press the center of the button.
Song / Monologue selector button
Use the song/monologue selector button to choose from the Elvis songs
and monologues on the Song and Monologue cartridge (see P. 11).
(sold separately).
NOTE: Do not press the center of the button.
Volume control knob
Use the volume control knob to adjust the main volume settings.
Elvis overview
- To mix Volume up press “+”.
- To mix Volume down press “-”.
- Forward direction
- Backward direction