User manual VTECH WHIZ KID PC LEARNING SYSTEM

[. . . ] Always remove exhausted batteries from the equipment. Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries. The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Use only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended. Product Features ON/OFF Button Press this button to turn the unit ON. [. . . ] Insert the matching Whiz KidTM game cartridge into the cartridge slot at the top of the VTech® Whiz KidTM Learning System unit. Turn on the Whiz KidTM Learning System main unit by pressing the ON button. NOTe: You must connect the Whiz KidTM Learning System main unit to the computer before you can play any activities. Otherwise, you will only be able to view the Progress Report or print activity pages. You can control the game cursor by using the PC mouse, or by moving the pen around on the board. Press down with the pen to select an object on the PC screen (similar to pressing the PC mouse button). When you insert a page into the board that matches the page on the PC screen, you can touch objects on the page to watch them come alive on the PC screen. PRINT, DOWNLOAD, PROGRESS REPORT PRINT FUNCTION If you lose or damage any of the included activity pages, you can simply print out replacement copies in the PC play mode. (For detailed instructions, please refer to the CD-ROM user's manual. ) NOTe: . Before printing, make sure your computer is connected to a printer. Be sure to set your printing paper size to Letter size. ONLINE FUNCTION You can download additional activity pages for free when you click on the Web icon in PC play mode to visit the Whiz KidTM website on the internet. (For detailed instructions, please refer to the CD-ROM user's manual. ) PROGRESS REPORT You can see how well you're doing in the game by looking at your Progress Report. (For detailed instructions, please refer to the CD-ROM user's manual. ) PRINT, DOWNLOAD, PROGRESS REPORT 5 5. Connect the other end of the PC cable to your VTech® Whiz KidTM main unit. CARE & MAINTENANCE . Keep your Whiz KidTM clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat. Remove the batteries when not using it for an extended period of time. Always keep the Whiz KidTM away from water. WARNING A very small percentage of the public, due to an existing condition, may experience epileptic seizures or momentary loss of consciousness when viewing certain types of flashing colors or patterns, especially on a computer. While the Whiz KidTM Learning System does not contribute to any additional risks, we do recommend that parents supervise their children while they play PC games. If your child experiences dizziness, altered vision, disorientation, or convulsions, discontinue use immediately and consult your physician. Please note that focusing on a computer screen at close range and handling a pen for a prolonged period of time may cause fatigue or discomfort. We recommend that children take a 5-minute break for every hour of play. CARE & MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Reason . Incorrect or missing power connection. Solution . [. . . ] The matching CD-ROM program hasn't been installed. Downloaded games have been corrupted. . Make sure the matching Whiz KidTM CD-ROM has been installed. The downloaded games are lost, and a beep sound is heard. . Reconnect the unit to the PC to recover the data. [. . . ]