vtech 561603 Spidey Learning Laptop Instruction Manual

vtech 561603 Spidey Learning Laptop

Product Information

The Spidey Learning Laptop is an educational toy designed to help children learn letters, numbers, and various subjects. It features a variety of buttons and settings that allow for interactive learning and play.

• OFF/LOW VOLUME/HIGH VOLUME SWITCH:
  Slide the switch to turn the laptop on and adjust the volume.

• CATEGORY SELECTOR: Choose from five different categories: Explore & Learn, Language, Maths, Logic, and Fun.

• LETTER BUTTONS: Press these buttons to learn letters or answer letter-related questions.

• NUMBER BUTTONS: Press these buttons to learn numbers or answer number-related questions.

• SETTINGS BUTTON: Adjust the screen contrast using this button.

• EXIT BUTTON: Return to the activity menu of the selected category.

• CURSOR BUTTONS: Select options using these buttons.

• ENTER BUTTON: Confirm a selection.

• BACKLIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON: Turn the blue backlight on or off.

• MUSIC ON/OFF BUTTON: Turn the background music on or off.

• AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF: The laptop will automatically turn off after one minute of inactivity or when the batteries are very low.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Unlock the packaging locks by rotating them 90 degrees anticlockwise and pulling them out. Discard the locks.
2. Ensure that the laptop is turned off before proceeding with battery installation.
3. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it.
4. Install 2 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries into the compartment as illustrated. It is recommended to use new alkaline batteries for optimal performance.
5. Close the battery cover.
6. Warning: Adult assembly is required for battery installation. Keep batteries out of reach of children.
7. To turn on the laptop, slide the OFF/LOW VOLUME/HIGH VOLUME SWITCH from OFF to Low or High Volume.
8. Use the CATEGORY SELECTOR to choose one of the five categories.
9. To learn letters or answer letter-related questions, press the LETTER BUTTONS.
10. To learn numbers or answer number-related questions, press the NUMBER BUTTONS.
11. Adjust the screen contrast by pressing the SETTINGS BUTTON. Usethe left cursor button to reduce contrast or the right cursor button to increase contrast. Press the ENTER BUTTON to confirm.
12. During a game, press the EXIT BUTTON to return to the activity menu of the selected category.
13. Use the CURSOR BUTTONS to select options and press the ENTER BUTTON to confirm.
14. Turn the blue backlight on or off by pressing the BACKLIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON.
15. Toggle the background music on or off using the MUSIC ON/OFF BUTTON.
16. The laptop will automatically turn off after one minute of inactivity to preserve battery life. Slide the OFF/LOW VOLUME/HIGH VOLUME SWITCH to turn it on again. It will also automatically turn off when the batteries are very low, with a warning displayed on screen.
17. To begin playing an activity, choose a category using the CURSOR BUTTONS and press the ENTER BUTTON to confirm.
18. Follow the on-screen instructions for each activity.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Spidey Learning Laptop. Save the city with Team Spidey as you explore letters and their sounds, words, numbers and counting. With lively animations, fun sound effects and a realistic keyboard, children will be introduced to their first computer skills through independent play. They can even switch on the backlight to add a cool blue glow to the screen display. Enjoy fun logic, memory, creative games and more with Spidey and his heroic friends as they encourage you throughout the journey across the 15 built-in activities!

INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE

• One VTech® Spidey Learning Laptop
• One Quick Start Guide

WARNING
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties, cords and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.

NOTE
Please save this Instruction Manual as it contains important information.

Unlock the Packaging Locks

1. Rotate the packaging locks 90 degrees anticlockwise.
2. Pull out the packaging locks and discard.

GETTING STARTED

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.

2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit.

3. Open the battery cover.

4. Install 2 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries into the compartment as illustrated.
   (The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.)

5. Replace the battery cover.

WARNING:
Adult assembly required for battery installation. Keep batteries out of reach of children.

IMPORTANT: BATTERY INFORMATION

• Insert batteries with the correct polarity (+ and -).
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable batteries.
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Dispose of batteries safely. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES:

• Remove rechargeable batteries (if removable) from toy before charging.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.

Disposal of batteries and product

The crossed-out wheelie bin symbols on products and batteries, or on their respective packaging, indicates they must not be disposed of in domestic waste as they contain substances that can be damaging to the environment and human health.
The chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb, where marked, indicate that the battery contains more than the specified value of mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd) or lead (Pb) set out in the Batteries and Accumulators Regulation.
The solid bar indicates that the product was placed on the market after 13th August, 2005.
Please dispose of your product and batteries responsibly.

In the UK, give this toy a second life by disposing of it at a small electricals collection point* so all of its materials can be recycled. Learn more at: www.vtech.co.uk/support/sustainability
www.vtech.com.au/vtechcares

• Visit www.recyclenow.com to see a list of collection points near you.

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. OFF/LOW VOLUME/HIGH VOLUME SWITCH
   Slide the switch from OFF to Low or High Volume, or slide it from High to Low Volume to switch the laptop on.

2. CATEGORY SELECTOR
   Slide the selector to choose from one of the five categories: Explore & Learn, Language, Maths, Logic and Fun. There are 3 activities in each category.

3. LETTER BUTTONS
   Press the letter buttons to learn letters or to answer letter related questions.

4. NUMBER BUTTONS
   Press the number buttons to learn numbers or to answer number related questions.

5. SETTINGS BUTTON
   Press this button to adjust screen contrast. There are 3 steps to adjust the screen contrast. Use the left cursor button to reduce the contrast or use the right cursor button to increase the contrast and then press the Enter Button to confirm.

6. Exit BUTTON
   Press this button in a game to return to the activity menu of the selected category.

7. CURSOR BUTTONS
   Press these buttons to select and press the Enter Button to confirm the choice.

8. ENTER BUTTON
   Press this button to confirm a selection.

9. BACKLIGHT ON/OFF BUTTON
   Press this button to turn the blue backlight on or off.

10. MUSIC ON/OFF BUTTON
    Press this button to turn the background music on or off.

11. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF
    To preserve battery life, the Spidey Learning Laptop will automatically turn off after one minute of inactivity. The unit can be turned on again by sliding the OFF/Low Volume/High Volume switch. The unit will also automatically turn off when the batteries are very low. A warning will be displayed on screen as a reminder to change the batteries.

TO BEGIN PLAY

• Slide OFF to Low or High Volume, or slide High to Low Volume to switch ON the unit.
• Slide the Category Selector to choose one of the five categories.
• Once a category is selected, you will enter the activity menu of that category. Use the Cursor Buttons to select an activity to play. Press the Enter Button to confirm your selection.

ACTIVITIES
The VTech® Spidey Learning Laptop offers a total of 15 activities to play.

Category 1: Explore & Learn

1. Letters & Sounds
   In the HQ, Spidey is exploring different things with WEBSTER. Press any letter button to learn about letters and phonics.

2. Letters & Words
   Press any letter button to learn the objects and words.

3. Numbers & Counting
   Press a number button and the corresponding number of objects will be shown one by one.
   Category 2: Language

4. Letter Typing
   Spidey is swinging back to the HQ. Can you help him? Find the correct letter. Press a letter button to answer or use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

5. Picture Match
   Spin loves painting. There are paintings of objects with labels in the museum but Green Goblin has mixed them all up. Help Spin find the correct picture that matches each label. Use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

6. Typing Chase
   At the theme park, Rhino is stealing all the snacks from the snack shop and trying to escape in a bumper car.
   Help Spidey swing into pursuit and catch Rhino by using the Letter Buttons to type the letters as fast as you can!
   Category 3: Maths

7. Number Typing
   Spidey is swinging back to the HQ. Can you help him? Find the correct letter. Press a number button to answer or use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

8. Number Path
   Ghost-Spider is a great detective, so when a girl’s scooter goes missing her skills are just what are needed! Help Ghost-Spider select the correct path to find the scooter. Find the largest or smallest number in each path. Press a number button to answer or use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

9. Equation Tricks
   Rhino has escaped with some gold coins that he stole from the bank and Ghost- Spider needs to chase after him! Solve the equations to chase Rhino. Press a number button to answer or use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.
   Category 4: Logic

10. Matching Cracks
    Some cracks have appeared in the dam and water is leaking through! Help Spin fix the dam by choosing the shapes that match each hole. Use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

11. Logic Pattern
    Spidey has sneaked into Doc Ock’s secret hideout but needs to get past the security lasers. Help Spidey disable the lasers to reach the console and stop Doc Ock’s evil plan!
    Help Spidey find the shape that completes the pattern sequence. Use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

12. Shadow Match
    Spin wants to make himself a new Spider Bot. Look carefully and remember the shadow of the part, then find the part that matches. Use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.
    Category 5: Fun

13. Sequence Catch
    Ghost-Spider is pursuing Green Goblin and needs to capture him in a web. Watch carefully and remember the sequence, then press the cursor buttons to repeat the sequence.

14. Spider Bot Workshop
    Build a Spider Bot step-by-step by first choosing a body, then adding eyes, a mouth, legs, a hat and a bow. Complete the design with your choice of background. Use the cursor buttons to choose then press the Enter Button to confirm.

15. Spidey & Friends
    Let’s find out more about Spidey and his Amazing Friends. Use the cursor buttons to choose a character then press the Enter Button to find out something about them. Choose from: Spin, Ghost-Spider, Ms.Marvel, Black Panther, Hulk and Team Spidey.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. 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 sources.
   3. Remove the batteries when the unit is not in use for an extended period of time.
   4. Do not drop the unit on a hard surface and do not expose the unit to excess moisture.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If for some reason the program/activity stops working, 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 on 01235 546810 (from UK) or +44 1235 546810 (outside UK) and a service representative will be happy to help you.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Creating and developing preschool learning products is accompanied by a responsibility that we at VTech® 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 +44 1235 546810 with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Caution : changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CONSUMER SERVICES

Creating and developing VTech products is accompanied by a responsibility that we at VTech® 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 with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

UK Customers:
Phone: 0330 678 0149 (from UK) or +44 330 678 0149 (outside UK) Website: www.vtech.co.uk/support
Australian Customers:
Phone: 1800 862 155
Website: support.vtech.com.au
NZ Customers:
Phone: 0800 400 785
Website: support.vtech.com.au

PRODUCT WARRANTY/CONSUMER GUARANTEES

UK Customers:
Read our complete warranty policy online at vtech.co.uk/warranty.

Australian Customers:
VTECH ELECTRONICS (AUSTRALIA) PTY LIMITED – CONSUMER GUARANTEES
Under the Australian Consumer Law, a number of consumer guarantees apply to goods and services supplied by VTech Electronics (Australia) Pty Limited. Please refer to vtech.com.au/consumerguarantees for further information.

Visit our website for more information about our products, downloads, resources and more.
www.vtech.co.uk
www.vtech.com.au

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References

• Support : VTech Electronics
• Electronic Learning Toys | Best Learning Toys | VTech UK
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