Users Manual

My Laptop

TM

2009 VTECH Printed in China 91-002351-001

Dear Parent, We at VTech understand that a child's needs and abilities change as they grow and with that in mind we can develop our toys to teach and entertain at just the right level. Babies need toys that will stimulate their interest in different textures, sounds and colours, while on-the-go toddlers and pre-schoolers want more interactive toys to develop their imaginations and encourage their language development. As they progress to more challenging curriculum at school, VTech keeps pace with a wide variety of cool, aspirational and interesting computers for learning. Every toy is unique and helps your child develop in different ways for the best all-around learning.

0-36 months
To learn more about VTech toys, visit www.vtechuk.com

3-6 years

4-10 years

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the VTech My LaptopTM learning toy! The VTech My Laptop TM is a fun first laptop that introduces age-appropriate curriculum through 30 engaging activities. Friendly squirrel character encourages children as they learn phonics, letters, numbers, early computer skills and much more! Also features cheerful music and fun games!
LCD SCREEN ON/OFF KEY NUMBER BUTTONS LETTER BUTTONS ANSWER KEY LETTERS MODE NUMBERS MODE LOgiC MODE gAMES MODE REPEAT KEY 8-DiRECTiONAL MOUSE VOLUME BUTTON

ENTER KEY MATCHBOOK KEY

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

One VTech My LaptopTM learning toy One users manual One matchbook

WARNING: All packing materials, such as tape, plastic sheets, packing lockers, wire ties and tags are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your childs safety.

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Unlock the packing lockers: Rotate the packing locker counter-clockwise for 90 degrees Pull out the packing locker

GETTING STARTED

1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit. 3. install 3 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. (The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.) 4. Replace the battery cover.

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). Different types of batteries or new and used batteries are not to be mixed. Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

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 fire.

NOTE: if the unit suddenly stops working or the sound becomes weak, turn the unit off for 15 seconds, then turn it back on. if the problem persists it may be caused by weak batteries. Please install a new set of batteries and try the unit again. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

NOTE:
The wheelie bin symbols indicate the product and batteries must not be disposed of in the domestic waste as they contain substances which can be damaging to the environment and health. Please use designated collection points or recycling facilities when disposing of the item or batteries. More information can be found on: http://www.recycle-more.co.uk; www.recyclenow.com

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Help the environment by disposing of your product responsibly.

PRODUCT FEATURES
1. ON/OFF BUTTON
Press the unit off. button to turn the unit on. Press it again to turn the

2. LETTER BUTTONS
Press the 26 LETTER BUTTONS to input letters in letter related activities.

3. NUMBER BUTTONS
Press the ten NUMBER BUTTONS to input numbers in number related activities.

4. CATEGORy BUTTONS
Press the 4 CATEGORY BUTTONS to select an activity in that category. Use the mouse to choose a game.

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5. REPEAT BUTTON
Press the button to repeat the current question or instruction.

6. ANSWER BUTTON
Press the button to get the correct answer in most activities.

7. VOLUME BUTTON
Press the button then push the mouse left and right to adjust the volume. Press the Enter button or the mouse button to confirm.

Press the

button to enter the Matchbook activity.

9. 8-DIRECTIONAL MOUSE
Move the mouse left, right, up and down to select an answer in related activities. Press the mouse to confirm an answer in related activities.

10. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

To preserve battery life, the VTech My LaptopTM will automatically turn off after several minutes without input. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the button.

ACTIVITIES
LETTERS
1. Forest Phonics Press a letter on the keyboard once to hear the corresponding phonic sound and letter name. Press again to hear the phonic sound and related object. The letter and the object will appear on the screen. The order of the responses may vary.

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8. MATCHBOOK BUTTON

2. Letter Fishing An uppercase letter will appear on the screen, press the corresponding lowercase letter on the keyboard. 3. Missing Letters A simple word with its first letter missing will appear on the screen. Type the missing letter on the keyboard or select it by moving the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 4. Alphabetical Balloons Several letters will appear on the screen; all but one will be in alphabetical order. Press the letter that is not in order on the keyboard, or select it by moving the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 5. Terrific Typist A word will be shown on the screen. Type the word on the keyboard. 6. Hide & Seek Letters A letter is shown on the screen. A black block will keep moving over the letter to cover it. identify that letter and type it on the keyboard. 7. Which is Different? The screen will show several letters in the same letter case except for one that is in a different letter case. Find the letter that is in a different letter case and type the letter on the keyboard or select it by moving the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm.

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8. Letter Cards 4 pairs of letter cards are shown on the screen. Each pair consists of an uppercase letter and its lowercase letter. Match up the 4 pairs. Choose a card by moving the mouse and turn it over by pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm.

NUMBERS
1. Number Switch 4 numbers will be shown on the screen, after a few seconds they will be covered with hats and moved around. Watch carefully! Then identify the position of the requested number by moving the mouse to choose and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 2. Counting Shapes Some objects will appear on the screen. Count the required objects and type your answer on the keyboard. 3. Add It Up The required number will be shown at the beginning of each question. Choose 2 sets of squares that add up to the required number by moving the mouse to select and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 4. Number Order 4 numbers will be shown on 4 flower petals. Choose the numbers in order by pressing the numbers on the keyboard or by moving the mouse to select and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm.

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5. Lightest or Heaviest? 3 bags will be shown on the screen with their weight written on them. You will be asked to find either the lightest bag or the heaviest bag. Choose the bag that answers the question by pressing the number on the keyboard or moving the mouse to select and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 6. Number Label 3 numbers are lined up in number order with the middle one missing. Find the missing number. Press the number on the keyboard to answer. 7. Whats Left? Some flowers will be shown on the screen. Then some of them will disappear. Count the flowers that are left. Press the number on the keyboard to answer. 8. More or Less? Two different numbers of objects appear on each side of the screen. Choose which side is more or less by moving the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm.

LOGIC
1. Odd One Out Four shapes will appear on the screen. Find the odd one out by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 2. Park Pick Up Sort the falling pieces of rubbish into the correct bins. if a piece of rubbish is falling into the wrong bin move the lid over that bin using the mouse. if a piece of rubbish is going to fall into the bin that matches its shape, move the lid away from that bin to allow the rubbish to fall into the bin.

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3. Three of a Kind Shapes will be moving across the top of the screen. Collect 3 of the same shapes by pressing the mouse button or enter button at the right time to catch them. 4. Shadow Search An object will appear on the left of the screen and some shadows will be shown on the right. Find the objects shadow by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 5. Puzzle Pieces A single puzzle piece will be shown on the left of the screen, find the matching puzzle piece from the pieces shown on the right of the screen by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 6. Picture Patch One half of an object will be shown on the left of the screen. Find the matching half of the object on the right of the screen by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm. 7. Fashion Twins An animal in a certain outfit will appear on the left of the screen. Find the matching outfit on the right of the screen by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter button to confirm.

GAMES

1. Clean Sweep Some leaves are flying into the squirrels house. Sweep the leaves away by moving the mouse in the direction of the leaves.

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2. Fix It There are some holes in the bridge. Choose the matching shape from the top of the screen by moving the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter to confirm. 3. Forest Fitness Monkey will show you a fitness dance at the beginning of each question. Remember the dance steps and repeat in the correct order by using the mouse. 4. Find the Tallest Three objects of different heights will be shown on the screen, choose the one that is the tallest by using the mouse and pressing the mouse button or enter to confirm. 5. Forest Flight Squirrel wants to fly a paper plane to meet his friend. Use the mouse to guide him through the journey. Be careful not to hit any obstacles. 6. Tic Tac Toe Player (white circle) is having a match with the Laptop (black circle). Place 3 white circles in a line before the Laptop finishes placing 3 black circles in a line. The line can be a horizontal one, a vertical one or a diagonal one. 7. Musical Fun Press a number to hear a melody, squirrel will dance, sing or conduct the music. 8. Matchbook Press the Matchbook button first to enter the mode. You will then be asked to enter a chapter number. Please refer to the workbook to choose the chapter.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth. 2. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from any direct heat source. 3. Remove the batteries when the unit is not in use for an extended period of time. 4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces and do not expose the unit to moisture or water.

TROUBLESHOOTING
if for some reason the program/activity stops working or malfunctions, then please follow these steps: 1. Turn the unit OFF. 2. interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries. 3. Let the unit stand for a few minutes, then replace the batteries. 4. Turn the unit back ON. The unit will now be ready to play again. 5. if the unit still does not work, replace with an entire set of new batteries. if the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 01235 546810 (from UK) and +44 1235 546810 (outside UK), and a service representative will be happy to help you.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Creating and developing VTech products is accompanied by a responsibility that we 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 01235 546810 (from UK) and +44 1235 546810 (outside UK) with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

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