Leap Frog 80-611100 ABC Phonics Word Builder User Guide

**Leap Frog 80-611100 ABC Phonics Word Builder User Guide

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the ABC Phonics Word BuilderTM! Learn letters and their sounds and blend those sounds into words with this fun and interactive device. Play six learning games to explore 250+ words, letter sounds and spelling. Use the three activity cards to practice vowel letters and consonant letters.

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• ABC Phonics Word Builder TM
• 3 Double-sided Activity Cards
• 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. Rotate the packaging locks 90 degrees counterclockwise.
2. Pull out the packaging locks and discard.
   

GETTING STARTED

BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned Off.
2. Locate the battery cover located on the back of the unit and use a screwdriver or coin to loosen the screw and open the battery cover.
3. Remove old batteries by pulling up on one end of each battery.
4. Install 2 new AA (AM-3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box.
5. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure.
   

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 ( + and – ).
• 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.

PRODUCT FEATURES

Power Button

Press the Power Button to turn the toy on and put the toy to sleep.

Sound Slider

Move the Sound Slider left or right to interact with the objects on the screen.

Star Button

Press the Star Button to select letters and interact with the objects on the screen.

Contrast Button

Press the Contrast Button to access the contrast adjustment screen. Then,

• Move the Sound Slider left or right to adjust the contrast setting.
• Press the Star Button to confirm the contrast setting and exit the screen.
  

Volume Button

Press the Volume Button to access the volume adjustment screen. Then,

• Move the Sound Slider left or right to adjust the volume setting.
• Press the Star Button to confirm the volume setting and exit the screen.
  

Letter Select Button

Press the Letter Select Button to access the letter select screen. Then,

• Move the Sound Slider left or right to scroll through the alphabet.
• Press the Star Button to select a letter and play different activities associated with that letter.
  

Activity Mode Buttons

Press any of the Activity Mode Buttons to play one of six different learning activities.

• Letters & Sounds
• Flash Cards
• Sound Blender
• Word Guess
• Letter Bounce
• Spot the Difference
  

Handle

The Handle can be used to carry the device and to store the three Activity Cards.

• To store the Activity Cards, detach the Handle from the back of the device.
• Slide the Handle through the loops on the Activity Cards.
• Reattach the Handle to the back of the device.
  

Activity Cards

The three double-sided Activity Cards can be inserted into the device to instantly access specific learning activities.

• Aa – Vowel letter A curriculum
• Ee – Vowel letter E curriculum
• Ii – Vowel letter I curriculum
• Oo – Vowel letter O curriculum
• Uu – Vowel letter U curriculum
• XYZ – Consonant letters curriculum
  Remove the Activity Card from the device to access the Power Button, the Letter Select Button, and the six Activity Mode Buttons.
  
  

Automatic Shut-Off

To preserve battery life, ABC Phonics Word BuilderTM will automatically shut off after approximately 45 seconds to one minute without input. To turn the unit on again, press the Power Button, insert an Activity Card into the device, or remove an Activity Card from the device.

NOTE
If the unit powers down or the low battery image appears, please install a new set of batteries.

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 direct heat sources.
3. Remove the batteries if the unit will not be 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 unit stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Press the Power Button to put the toy to sleep.
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 should now be ready to use again.
5. If the unit still does not work, install a new set of batteries.

IMPORTANT NOTE

If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-701-5327 in the U.S. or email support@leapfrog.com. Creating and developing LeapFrog® 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 contact us with any problems and/or suggestions you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you.

Environmental phenomena

The unit may malfunction if subjected to radio-frequency interference. It should revert to normal operation when the interference stops. If not, it may become necessary to turn the power OFF and back ON, or remove and reinstall the batteries.

In the unlikely event of an electrostatic discharge, the unit may malfunction and lose memory, requiring the user to reset the device by removing and reinstalling the batteries.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications 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. 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 47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information

• Trade Name: LeapFrog®
• Model: 6111
• Product Name: ABC Phonics Word BuilderTM
• Responsible Party: LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc.
• Address: 6401 Hollis Street, Suite 100 Emeryville, CA 94608
• Website: leapfrog.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.

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