User manual OREGON SCIENTIFIC PR18

[. . . ] · Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is not going to be used for a long time. · Remove all batteries when replacing. · Do not dispose of batteries in fire. · Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged. [. . . ] To learn about another category, touch a different icon on the activity panel and touch the country again. Compare To compare two places' distances, flying times, or exchange rates etc. , choose a category under `Compare, ' and then touch two countries on the globe one after the other. The SmartPenTM will even let you compare places on the U. S. map, push in the drawer at the bottom of the base and it will open out, enough for you to pull it out by its sides. To close the drawer, press it back in until it clicks again. Note: The `Time' function will only work once you have registered and updated the SmartPenTM; see page 6 for instructions. Also, the exchange rates will be based on those automatically updated at the time of your last download. Find To play a search game, choose a `Find' category. The SmartGlobeTM will tell you to find certain places on the map, and you must answer the questions as quickly as you can. Players try to win the most points within the time limit of 90, 60, or 45 seconds, depending on the age group you have selected (ages 5-8 is the default age group, with a 90 second limit). The "Ultimate Challenge" game is a combination of questions from all the other categories. 5 Knowledge For up-to-date World News, Amazing Facts and Earth Facts, choose an icon under the `Knowledge' column. Each time you select an icon, you will hear a new piece of information. Updates are available; see "Using the SmartGlobeTM with your PC" for details. Sound options Your SmartGlobeTM can be used in three different sound modes: 1. With the SmartPen'sTM built-in speaker 2. With the larger, louder speaker in the base; just use the speaker cable to connect the pen to the speaker jack 3. With headphones connected to the SmartPenTM 3. Note: Purchasing multiple SmartPensTM allows multiple users to learn with one SmartGlobeTM at one time; we recommend using headphones in this case. 6 PR18_manual_July_28 9/8/05 10:05 AM Page 6 Register your SmartGlobeTM Your new SmartGlobeTM is not only ready to be used right out of the box, but can also be customized by age level and can receive new educational content updated weekly by Oregon Scientific editors. Note: It is recommended that you register your SmartGlobeTM in order to download the latest information of the world. Access Code Your SmartGlobeTM has a personal Access Code that will allow you to use our Internet services, which are free for one year from the time you begin using them. But before you get started, you need to register and activate the Access Code. SmartGlobeTM PC program installation Note: Before the installation, please connect your PC to the internet. 1) Insert the SmartGlobeTM CD-ROM into the disc drive of your PC. 2) A window will pop up, and the program will guide you through the installation process. 3) After the installation, connect the SmartPenTM to your computer using the USB cable provided. 7 Register and update your SmartGlobeTM 1) After the installation, a web page will open up; please fill in the information and enter the Access Code (located on the CD-Rom cover). 2) You can now download the latest information from our server. Press the Download button on the PC control panel to update your SmartGlobeTM. [. . . ] Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 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. [. . . ]