LeapFrog Leap Start User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: LeapFrog

Table of Contents

LeapFrog Leap
LeapStart® Features
What’s Included
Get Started
- Get Started With Your Sampler Book
Power Light Indication
Instructions for Care and Use
Important Safety Instructions
- Accessories
Battery Replacement
- AC Adapter (Transformer) Battery Charger Safety
USB Cable
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
WARRANTY INFORMATION
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
Download This Manual (PDF format)

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Parent’s Guide
This guide contains important information. Please keep it for future reference.

LeapStart® Features

Features

*Compatible with most headphones. Headphones not included.

What’s Included

Box

Get Started

Power Up
Charge your LeapStart® Go system by connecting it to your computer or outlet via the USB cable. Charge for at least one hour for optimal performance.
Your LeapStart® Go system is now ready to be used with the included Sampler Book!
Set Up
Download the LeapFrog® Connect application at leapfrog.com/connect and install it on your computer.
Register
Create a LeapFrog® parent account to have access to the full library of LeapStart® books!
Download
Download any additional books you have purchased.
Play & Learn
Your child is now ready to play, learn and explore with the LeapStart® Go system!

Get Started With Your Sampler Book

PRESS the On/Off Button to begin. The green Power Light will shine when the LeapStart® Go system is on.
TOUCH the tip of the stylus to any image or word on your Sampler Book.

Download Companion Audio and Video for Purchased LeapStart® Books

Turn on the LeapStart® system and touch a page.
If you have not already done so, follow the instructions under Get Started to install the LeapFrog® Connect application.
Follow the instructions in the LeapFrog® Connect application to set up your LeapStart® system and download companion audio and video for each of your books. The Power Light will flash in about one second intervals when content is downloading.
Eject and disconnect the LeapStart® system from your computer.
To begin playing, simply touch the tip of the LeapStart® stylus to any image or word in your LeapStart® activity book.

Automatic Shut Off
The system will turn off automatically if not used for several minutes.

Power Light Indication

The Power Light on the LeapStart® Go system has different behaviors in the circumstances below:

Circumstance	Power Light Behavior
System On	Green
Charging Status*	Amber

Charging Status

(when connected to LeapFrog® Connect)

| Red and amber flashing in about 1 second intervals
Charging Complete| Green
Charging Complete

(when connected to LeapFrog® Connect)

| Green flashing in about 1 second intervals
Bad Unit| Green, red or amber lights flashing rapidly

If there is an issue charging the battery, such as the battery not getting enough power or being outside of the normal temperature range, the power light will show green.

Instructions for Care and Use

For indoor, dry-location use only. Do not use the product near a sink or other wet locations. Take care not to spill food or any kind of liquid on this product as it may render it inoperable and not serviceable. In case the unit does get wet, unplug all cables and turn it OFF. Allow to dry thoroughly before reusing. Do not attempt to dry with a hair dryer or other heat source.

Avoid prolonged exposure to extreme temperatures and direct sunlight. Operate in places with temperatures ranging from 5°C (40°F) to 38°C (100°F). Do not leave the product in your car as the temperatures in parked cars can exceed the acceptable storage temperature. Exposure to extreme temperatures can result in shortened battery life or cause the product to temporarily stop working.

Handle with care. To avoid injury, damage to this product or other property, avoid dropping and never disassemble, crush, puncture, microwave, incinerate, insert foreign objects or paint the product. Clean your hands before handling the product if they have been exposed to suntan lotions or other chemicals.

Cleaning. Disconnect all cords before cleaning. Clean the product with a slightly damp cloth (cold water). Do not use soap, detergent or other chemicals. Never submerge the unit in water. Allow to dry thoroughly before using again.

Repairing or Modifying LeapStart® Go System
Never attempt to repair or modify as the LeapStart® Go System does not contain any user-serviceable parts. Service should only be provided by LeapFrog® Enterprise, Inc.
If the product has been in contact with liquids, punctured, or subjected to a severe impact or fall, immediately remove this product from use and contact LeapFrog®

Consumer Services: For service information, go to: www.leapfrog.com/support

Important Safety Instructions

Please read all the Important Safety Instructions prior to using the LeapStart® Go system. Failure to follow these safety instructions could result in fire, electric shock, or other injury or damage to the LeapStart® Go system or other property.

CAUTION: This product is not intended for children under 3 years old. Routinely check this toy for proper and safe condition. If there is any damage or broken parts, remove toy from use.

WARNING: Cords are a strangulation hazard. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age. Children pulling on the cord could cause equipment to which the device is connected to fall with the possibility of property damage, serious personal injury or death. Adult supervision required during play.

PROTECT YOUR HEARING: Long-term exposure to loud sounds, at high volume, may result in permanent hearing loss. When using headphones or ear buds, it is recommended that the product is listened to at lower volumes for shorter periods of time. Set the volume while in a quiet environment; turn the volume down if you cannot hear people speaking near you. Limit the listening time to 90 minutes, followed by a quiet period. The louder the volume, the less time required before your hearing may be affected. If you experience ringing in your ears or hear muffled speech, stop listening and have your hearing checked.
Note: Maximum output voltage ≤ 150mV

Accessories

Please read all safety instructions for any accessories or other products before using with the LeapStart® Go system. LeapFrog is not responsible for the operation of third-party accessories or their compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Battery Replacement

WARNING: The lithium rechargeable battery cannot be removed from the product and should only be replaced by LeapFrog. For your safety, never try to remove the battery. For more information about battery replacement service, go to: www.leapfrog.com/support

Charging the Battery
The LeapStart® Go device is equipped with a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery. It should be connected to an outlet with an AC Adapter or a computer via the USB cord for several hours prior to use. The Charge Statues LED is located under power button on the side of the device. When the battery is charging, the charge indicator will display a amber light. When fully charged and connected via the USB port, the charge indicator light will turn green. The charge indicator will be OFF if not connected via USB and if not charging.

Battery Charging Instructions, Cautions & Warnings

WARNING: The adapter or USB cords could be a strangulation hazard. Not for children under 3 years.
WARNING: Not suitable for children under 3 years. Misuse of transformer can cause electric shock.
CAUTION: The battery is only to be charged by adults or children 8+ years of age under the full supervision of parents.

Optional AC Adapter Battery Charger
An optional AC Adapter can be used. Cautions & Warning apply. Please note that due to various compliance requirements, the word “transformer” is sometimes substituted for “AC Adapter.”

AC Adapter (Transformer) Battery Charger Safety

Connection of the transformer to the wall outlet should be performed only by an adult or child 8+ years of age.
The transformer is not intended to be used as a toy, and the use of the transformer shall be under the full supervision of parents.
As with all electrical products, precautions should be observed during handling and use to prevent electrical shock.
The AC Adapter may become warm during normal use. Always allow adequate ventilation and use care when handling the power adapter.
Do not connect or disconnect with wet hands.
The transformer should be periodically examined for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons, such as damage to the cord, plug, blades, housing or other parts, and in the event of such conditions, the transformer must not be used until the damage is repaired. The cord of this transformer cannot be replaced; if the cord is damaged, dispose of the transformer in accordance with your local electrical product recycling regulations.

Unplug the AC Adapter (transformer) if any of the following conditions exist:

The power cord or plug, or the USB cord has become frayed or damaged.
The power adapter is exposed to rain, liquid, or excessive moisture.
The power adapter enclosure has become damaged.
You suspect the power adapter needs service or repair.
To clean the transformer, disconnect it from the wall and clean with a slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or use soap or other chemicals. Allow to dry before reusing. Do not connect to the AC outlet if wet or damaged.
For Europe – The toy must be used with a transformer for toys.

USB Cable

The USB cable provided with this product complies with FCC and other regulatory Emission limits. Using any other cable may exceed FCC and other regulatory emissions limits.
The USB cable is not a toy. Disconnect the toy from the USB connection before cleaning. USB connectors and cable used with the product must be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug and other parts and, in the event of such damage, the cable must not be used until the damage has been repaired.

AC Adapter Electrical Ratings:
Input: ~ 120VAC, 60Hz (for US); ~ 230VAC, 50Hz (for UK or EU); ~ 240VAC, 50Hz (for AS/NZL)
Output: DC5V, 1.5A, 7.5VA or DC5V, 1A,5VA
This product is not intended for children under 3 years old.

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:

Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to 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 to this unit not expressly approved by LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Environmental phenomena: ElectroStatic discharge may cause the LeapStart® Go to malfunction. In cases where the unit is malfunctioning due to ElectroStatic discharge, reset the unit by pressing and holding the Power button for 10 seconds. Or, if the static electricity malfunction occurred during the downloading process, disconnect the USB cable, then reset the unit as described above. Then reconnect the USB cable and restart the download process.

Recycle. Find out how to recycle this product at leapfrog.com/recycle or call 800-701-5327.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT

U.S. leapfrog.com/support
Canada leapfrog.ca/support
U.K. leapfrog.co.uk/support
Australia leapfrog.com.au/support

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Limited warranty. Visit our website at leapfrog.com for full details of the warranty provided in your country.
TM & © 2019 LeapFrog Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. LeapStart®
For children ages 4-8 years. Convient aux enfants rises, Inc. 4-8 ans

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