vtech 91-003621-005 Kidi Secrets Selfie Journal User Guide

vtech 91-003621-005 Kidi Secrets Selfie Journal

Product Information: Parent’s Guide Kidi Secrets NotebookTM

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Kidi Secrets NotebookTM. The best way to journal is to keep it private. A four-digit passcode makes your Kidi Secrets Notebook™ for your eyes only. Record entries with your voice or write them down. A 60-page notebook and marker are included to get you started. The notebook also has a secret compartment, games and melodies. Add a photo to personalize it. You can record up to 10 voice entries and apply funny effects to your voice. There’s so much to enjoy and discover!

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• One Kidi Secrets NotebookTM
• One 60-page notebook (30 sheets)
• One marker
• One clear plastic frame
• One sample photo
• One secret compartment cover
• One parent’s guide

WARNING:
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, packaging locks, removable tags, cable ties and packaging screws are not part of this toy, and should be discarded for your child’s safety.
NOTE: Please keep this parent’s guide as it contains important information.

Unlock the packaging locks:

1. Turn the packaging lock counterclockwise several times.
2. Pull out and discard the packaging lock.

Specifications:

• Model: Kidi Secrets NotebookTM
• Product Code: 91-003621-005 US
• Battery Type: 3 AA batteries (alkaline batteries recommended)
• Pages: 60-page notebook included
• Voice Entries: Up to 10 voice entries

Product Features

1. Unlock Button: Press this button and enter the four-digit passcode to open or switch off the unit.

2. Reset Button: Use this button to activate Normal Play mode and create a new passcode. Located under the battery compartment. When you first use this product,
   you will need to activate Normal Play mode. To do so, first press the Unlock Button to turn on the unit and then press the Reset Button (the Reset Button is located under the battery compartment). You will then hear a sound once the passcode resets. The next time you wish to open the cover, press the Unlock Button and you will be asked to create a new four-digit passcode.
   Note: You may need to use a small tool such as a paper clip to press the Reset Button.

3. Voice Recording Mode Button: Press this button to enter Voice Recording mode and use Number Buttons to record voice entries. If the unit is locked, you’ll
   be asked to enter your passcode before entering this mode.

4. Voice Review Mode Button: Press this button to enter Voice Review mode and use Number Buttons to review recorded voice entries.  If the unit is locked, you’ll be
   asked to enter your passcode before entering this mode.

5. Music Mode Button: Press this button to listen to the 10built-in melodies. Can also use Number Buttons to select a specific melody.

6. Voice Changer Mode Button
   Press this button to enter the Voice Changer mode. Say anything and then hear your voice played back to you. Have fun with all the silly effects!

7. Guess My Number Game Button
   Press this button to enter the Guess My Number game. Listen to the hints and try to guess the correct number.

8. Volume Button
   Press this button to toggle between low and high volume.

9. Number Buttons
   Press these buttons to enter your number passcode or to input numbers in certain activities.

10. Microphone
    The Microphone is located under the Unlock Button and is used for the voice activation feature.

11. Automatic Shut Off
    To prolong battery life, the Kidi Secrets Notebook TM will shut off automatically if it has not had any input after several minutes. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the Unlock Button or any of the mode buttons. The unit will also automatically turn off when the batteries are low on power.

12. Notebook Replacement
    You can replace the included notebook with a standard 4×6″ spiral-bound notebook. The maximum recommended page count of a replacement notebook is 100 pages (50 sheets). There are two book holders to secure the replacement notebook. Please make sure that the replacement notebook has been inserted into the two book holders when replacing the notebook.

13. Marker Holder
    Keep your marker in this holder.

14. Secret Compartment
    Store your small items in the compartment to keep them secret and safe.

15. Clear Plastic Frame
    You can customize your notebook by replacing the included photo with one of your own. To make sure your photo is the right size, place the Clear Plastic Frame on top of your photo, trace the outline, and then cut it out with scissors.
    Note: Adult supervision required.

TO BEGIN PLAY

Activating Normal Play Mode
When you first use this product, you will need to activate Normal Play mode.

1. Open the battery cover and locate the Reset Button next to the word RESET.
2. Press the Unlock Button to turn the unit on.
3. Next, press the Reset Button. You will hear a sound once the passcode resets and the system enters Normal Play mode. Note: You may need to use a small tool such as a paperclip to press the Reset Button.
4. The next time you turn on the unit, it will ask you to set a four-digit numeric passcode.

If No Passcode Exists

• Press the Unlock Button and follow the voice prompts to set a four-digit passcode. After you enter your passcode once, it will ask you to enter it again to confirm.
• If your passcode sets successfully, a voice will say “OK! Your passcode is set.” The cover will then open and you can begin using the Kidi Secrets NotebookTM.
• If the passcode does not set successfully, you will hear “Oops, there’s no passcode yet.” Press the Unlock Button to try setting a passcode again.

If a Passcode Exists

• Press the Unlock Button. If you entered your four-digit passcode correctly, the cover will open automatically.
• If you enter the passcode incorrectly twice, you will hear “Sorry, this isn’t your notebook” and the unit will shut off.

Reset Passcode

• To change the passcode, press the Reset Button before entering any games. The passcode will then be removed. The next time your Kidi Secrets NotebookTM turns on, you will be asked to create a new passcode.

ACTIVITIES

1. Voice Recording Mode
   In this mode you can record up to 10 voice entries. Each number button will store one voice entry. You can record up to approximately 40 seconds per recording. The light will flash when the recording time is about to finish.

2. Voice Review Mode
   In this mode you can review the voice entries that you’ve recorded in the Voice Recording mode. Press a Number Button to review the recording saved to that number.

3. Music Mode
   In this mode you can listen to 10 built-in melodies. The melodies will play randomly until they have all played once. You can also press any number button to select a melody to play.

4. Voice Changer Mode
   In this mode, say anything into the microphone and it will be repeated back to you with a silly voice effect! The voice effects are as follows: high pitch, low pitch, slow voice, fast voice, echo and robot voice.

5. Guess My Number Game
   In this game you will need to guess the correct number based on the hints. If the answer is a two-digit number, enter the two numbers quickly.

Getting Started

1. Unlock the packaging locks by turning them counterclockwise and pulling them out.
2. Install 3 new AA batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. Make sure the unit is off during installation.
3. Replace the battery cover.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is Off.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit and slide it down to remove it.
3. Install 3 new AA batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. (New alkaline batteries are recommended for maximum performance).
4. Replace the battery cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

• Use new alkaline batteries for maximum performance.
• Use only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
• Do not mix different types of batteries: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable, or new and used batteries.
• Do not use damaged batteries.
• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.
• Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Remove batteries during long periods of non-use.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before charging (if removable).
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.

Usage Instructions

Unlocking and Switching Off:
To unlock the Kidi Secrets NotebookTM, follow these steps:

1. Press the Unlock Button.
2. Enter your four-digit passcode using the Number Buttons.

To switch off the unit, simply close the cover or press the Unlock Button again.

Setting Up Passcode:
To set up a new passcode, follow these steps:

1. Press the Unlock Button to turn on the unit.
2. Press the Reset Button (located under the battery compartment) using a small tool like a paper clip.
3. You will hear a sound indicating that the passcode has been reset.
4. The next time you wish to open the cover, press the Unlock Button and follow the prompts to create a new four-digit passcode.

Voice Recording:
To record a voice entry, follow these steps:

1. Press the Voice Recording Mode Button to enter Voice Recording mode.
2. Press a Number Button to assign a location for your voice entry.
3. If the unit is locked, enter your passcode before entering this mode.

Voice Review:
To review a recorded voice entry, follow these steps:

1. Press the Voice Review Mode Button to enter Voice Review mode.
2. Press a Number Button to listen to the voice entry assigned to that number.
3. If the unit is locked, enter your passcode before entering this mode.

Listening to Melodies:
To listen to the built-in melodies, follow these steps:

1. Press the Music Mode Button to enter Music Mode.
2. The melodies will play randomly until all have been played once.
3. Alternatively, press a Number Button to select a specific melody to play.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth. Never use solvents or abrasives.
2. Keep the unit out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat.
3. Remove the batteries when not in use for an extended period of time.
4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces or expose the unit to moisture or water. Never try to dismantle it.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If for some reason the unit stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Please turn the unit OFF.
2. Interrupt the power supply by removing the batteries.
3. Wait a few minutes, then replace the batteries.
4. Turn the unit ON. The unit should now be ready to play.
5. If the product still doesn’t work, install a new set of batteries.

If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, or by going to our website at vtechkids.com and filling out our Contact Us form located under the Customer Support link. A service representative will be happy to help you.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
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 at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada, or by going to our website at vtechkids.com and filling out our Contact Us form located under the Customer Support link 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.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: VTech®
Model: 1930
Product name: Kidi Secrets NotebookTM
Responsible Party: VTech Electronics North America, LLC
Address: 1156 W. Shure Drive, Suite 200, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Website: vtechkids.com
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.

OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

1. THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
2. THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Caution : Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

FAQ **

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1. Q: How many voice entries can I record?
   A: You can record up to 10 voice entries in the Kidi Secrets NotebookTM.

2. Q: What type of batteries should I use?
   A: It is recommended to use 3 new AA alkaline batteries for maximum performance.

3. Q: How do I activate Normal Play mode and set a new passcode?
   A: Press the Unlock Button to turn on the unit, then press the Reset Button located under the battery compartment using a small tool like a paper clip. Follow the prompts to create a new four-digit passcode.

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References

• Best Kids Tech Toys | Electronic Learning Toys | VTech America
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