VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop User’s Guide

VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop

Dear Parent,

Ever notice the look on your baby’s face when they learn something new through their own discovery? These self-accomplished moments are a parent’s greatest reward. To help fulfill them, VTech® created the Infant Learning® series of toys.

These unique interactive learning toys directly respond to what children do naturally – play! Using innovative technology, these toys react to baby’s interactions, making each play experience fun and unique as they learn age- appropriate concepts like first words, numbers, shapes, colors and music. More importantly, VTech®’s Infant Learning® toys develop babies’ mental and physical abilities by inspiring, engaging, and teaching.

At VTech®, we know that a child has the ability to do great things. That’s why all of our electronic learning products are uniquely designed to develop a child’s mind and allow them to learn to the best of their ability. We thank you for trusting VTech® with the important job of helping your child learn and grow!

Sincerely,

Your friends at VTech®

To learn more about VTech® toys, visit vtechkids.com

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Play Smart Preschool Laptop™ This laptop offers an age-appropriate curriculum through 30 exciting activities. A friendly penguin encourages children as they learn uppercase and lowercase letters, phonics, spelling, math, shapes, animals, food, logic, music, and more! You and your child can also personalize your experience by entering their name, age, and favorite food, and by selecting a tune to play when the laptop powers on.

1. 10 Number Buttons
2. 26 Letter Buttons
3. Direction Keys
4. Enter Button
5. All About You Button
6. Music On/Off Button
7. Help Button
8. Settings Button
9. On/Off Button
10. Category Selector

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

• One Play Smart Preschool Laptop™
• 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. Rotate the packaging lock counterclockwise 90 degrees.
2. Pull out the packaging locks.

NOTE: The cord located on the front cover is not a part of this toy. This cord should be removed and discarded for your child’s safety.

DEMO STRIP REMOVAL When the product is taken out of the packaging, please remove the demo strip on the back of the unit to activate normal Play mode.

GETTING STARTED

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit.
3. Install 2 new AA-size (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.

Note: When the batteries are changed, all information stored in the All About You activity will be erased.

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.

PRODUCT FEATURES

1. On/Off Button
   Press the On/Off button to turn the unit ON and press it again to turn the unit OFF.

2. Settings Button
   Press the Settings button to adjust the volume and screen contrast. Press the Direction Keys left and right to choose which item to adjust and then press the Enter button to confirm.

3. Help Button
   Press the Help button to hear an instruction or question repeated.

4. Category Selector
   Slide the Category selector to choose one of the five categories. Your child can explore words, phonics, numbers, shapes, animals, vegetables, fruit, logic, instruments, music and more!

5. All About You Button
   Press the All About You button to personalize with your child’s name, age, favorite food, wallpaper, opening tune and to create an avatar.

6. Direction Keys
   Press the Direction Keys up or down, left or right to make selections.

7. Enter Button
   Press the Enter button to confirm.

8. Music On/Off Button
   Press the Music On/Off button to turn the background music off. Press again to turn the background music on.

9. Letter Buttons
   Press the Letter buttons to learn letters or to answer questions about letters and letter sounds.

10. Number Buttons
    Press the Number buttons to learn about numbers, counting, skip counting and more.
    

11. Leveled Learning
    In some activities, after answering two or three questions correctly, the game automatically advances to the next level of difficulty. There are three challenging levels to explore.

12. Automatic Shut-Off
    To preserve battery life, the unit will automatically turn off after 90 seconds without input. The unit will also automatically turn off when the batteries are very low. A warning will be displayed on the screen as a reminder to change the batteries. The unit can be turned on again by pressing the On/Off button.

ACTIVITIES

The Play Smart Preschool Laptop™ offers a total of 30 fun activities in five categories plus an All About You activity.

Letters and Words Category

1. Exploring Letters
   The penguin is going fishing. There are many letter fish swimming in the sea. Press the Letter buttons to explore each letter, the sound it makes, and the corresponding words.

2. Letter Order
   The penguin needs to use the letter bridge to get to the other side of the river. Some letters on the bridge are shown in the correct letter order. There is one block that is out of order. Help the penguin complete the correct letter order. Press the Direction keys up or down to select the letter and then press the Enter button to confirm.

3. Letter Quiz
   There are four letters on the screen. Follow the instructions to find the uppercase or lowercase letters Press the Direction keys up or down and left or right to find the correct letter within 30 seconds.

4. Missing Letter
   A word is shown on the screen with one letter missing. Help the penguin find the correct missing letter. The player can select from among three letter choices. Press the Direction keys left or right to select the letter and then press the Enter button to confirm.

5. Spanish Letters and Numbers
   The penguin is going fishing. There are many letter fish swimming in the sea. Press the Letter buttons to explore each Spanish letter, the sound it makes and corresponding Spanish words. Press the Number buttons to explore each Spanish number and count the fish together.

6. Uppercase and Lowercase Letters
   Help the penguin learn all about uppercase and lowercase letters by pressing the Letter buttons.

7. Beginning Letters
   Help the penguin find the correct beginning letter. A word is shown on the screen with the beginning letter missing. The player can select from among three letter choices. Press the Direction keys left or right to select the letter and then press the Enter button to confirm.

8. Letter Sounds
   Listen to the sounds coming from the penguin’s cave, then find the letter that makes that sound. Press the Direction keys left or right to select the letter. Press the Enter button to confirm.

Numbers and Shapes Category

1. Exploring Numbers
   The penguin is going fishing. There are many fish swimming in the sea. Press the Number buttons to explore each number and count the fish together.

2. Exploring Shapes
   The penguin is learning about shapes. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to learn about a shape and its related object.

3. Counting Shapes
   Count the shapes according to the instructions. Press the Number buttons to answer.

4. Skip Counting
   Numbered fish are jumping out of the sea on the left and right of the penguin’s fishing platform. Skip count by 2, 5 or 10 according to the instructions. The counter under the penguin reminds you of the number of fish you have caught. Press the Direction keys left or right to catch the numbered fish that comes next in the sequence. There are five fish to catch in each question.

5. Number Quiz
   There are four numbers on the screen. Follow the instructions to pick a number that is bigger or smaller than a certain number. Press the Direction keys up, down, left or right to select the correct number within 30 seconds.

6. Number Order
   The penguin needs to use the number bridge to get to the other side of the river. Some numbers on the bridge are shown in the correct order. There is one block that is out of order. Help the penguin complete the correct number order. Press the Direction keys up or down to select the number and then press the Enter button to confirm.

7. Bigger or Smaller
   Big and small fish are jumping out of the sea on the left and right of the penguin’s fishing platform. Catch the big or small fish according to the instructions. The counter under the penguin keeps track of how many fish you have caught. Press the Direction keys left or right to catch the fish. There are five fish to catch in each question.

8. Count the Sounds
   Count how many animal sounds come out of the penguin’s cave, then press the Direction keys left or right to choose the number. Press the Enter button to confirm.

Animals and Foods Category

1. Animal Sounds
   The penguin is using the laptop to learn about animals. Choose a picture to hear an animal’s sound. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

2. Animal Footprints
   The penguin is learning about animals. Choose an animal picture to see its footprints. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

3. Who Passed By?
   Help the penguin identify the animal footprint. See the footprints and then choose the corresponding animal. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

4. Who Makes the Sounds?
   Help the penguin identify the animal sound. Listen to the animal sound and then choose the corresponding animal. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

5. Vegetables and Fruits
   The penguin wants to bring some food back to his home. There are 10 kinds of fruits and vegetables shown on the screen one by one. Help the penguin to choose the correct foods according to the instructions. A counter is shown at the bottom right to keep track of the number of correct foods collected. Press the Direction keys left or right to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

Logic and Games Category

1. Fix the Wall
   The penguin wants to fix his igloo. One of the walls has a shaped hole in it. Choose the correct shape to repair the wall. Press the Direction keys up or down to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

2. Fishing Journey
   Let’s go fishing with the penguin. Some fish are jumping out of the sea on the left or right side. Catch as many fish as possible in 30 seconds. Press the Direction keys left or right to catch them. Be careful to avoid the cans and bottles. When time is up, you will see the total number of fish you have caught.

3. Cross the Sea
   Help the penguin cross the ice! Guide the penguin across the ice blocks to get to the other side within one minute. When an ice block appears, press the Direction keys up, down, left or right to make the penguin jump to the next ice block.
   

4. Odd One Out
   There are four pieces of fruit and vegetables on the screen. Follow the instructions to pick the one that does not belong. Press the Direction keys up, down, left or right to select the one that does not match the others.

Music Time Category

1. Exploring Instruments
   The penguin is learning about instruments. Choose a picture to learn the instrument’s name and hear its sound. Press the Direction keys to choose and then press the Enter button to confirm.

2. Music Quiz
   There are four music notes on the screen. Each music note plays music from a different instrument. Listen carefully to each melody and follow the instructions to pick the correct answer. Press the Direction keys up, down, left or right to find the correct music note within 30 seconds.

3. Music Party
   Choose a music style to start the party: Rock or Jazz. Press the Direction keys left or right and then press the Enter button to confirm a music style. Then press a Number button to select a melody to play. When the melody starts, the penguin will begin to dance. Press any Letter button to add fun sounds.

4. Music Festival
   It’s time for a music festival, and your child can choose a music style: Country or Reggae. Press the Direction keys left or right and then press the Enter button to confirm a music style. Then press a Number button to select a melody to play. When the melody starts, the penguin will begin to dance. Press any Letter button to add fun sounds.

All About You

Your child can personalize the Play Smart Preschool Laptop™ by entering their name, age, preferred avatar, favorite food, and more!

• Name: Input your name and see it spelled. With most games, you can press the first letter of your name on the keyboard, and your name will show on the screen. Your name will also display when turning on your laptop.
• Age: Input your age. Count it out loud with the penguin. With most games, you can press the number of your age on the keyboard to hear the age.
• Avatar: Create your own avatar by changing the hair, eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Favorite food: Select your favorite food. With most games, you can press the first letter of your favorite food on the keyboard, and your food will show on the screen. The penguin will announce your favorite food.
• Home screen wallpaper: Select your wallpaper and watch it display when turning on your laptop.
• Opening tune: Select your opening tune and hear it play when turning on your laptop.

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 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 program/activity stops working or malfunctions, please follow these steps:

1. Please 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 ON. The unit should now be ready to play again.
5. If the product still does not work, replace it with a new set of batteries.

If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010">800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697">877-352-8697 in Canada, and a service representative will be happy to help you.

For information on this product’s warranty, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010">800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697">877-352-8697 in Canada.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Creating and developing Infant 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 1-800-521-2010">800-521-2010 in the U.S., or 1-877-352-8697">877-352-8697 in Canada, 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 the 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.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

• Trade Name: VTech®
• Model: 1963
• Product name: Play Smart Preschool Laptop™
• 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.

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

Caution:  changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

• This Warranty is applicable only to the original purchaser, is non-transferable and applies only to “VTech” products or parts. This product is covered by a 3-month Warranty from the original purchase date, under normal use and service, against defective workmanship and materials. This Warranty does not apply to (a) consumable parts, such as batteries; (b) cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches and dents; (c) damage caused by use with non-VTech products; (d) damage caused by accident, misuse, unreasonable use, immersion in water, neglect, abuse, battery leakage, or improper installation, improper service, or other external causes; (e) damage caused by operating the product outside the permitted or intended uses described by VTech in the owner’s manual; (f) a product or part that has been modified (g) defects caused by normal wear and tear or otherwise due to the normal aging of the product; or (h) if any VTech serial number has been removed or defaced.
• Prior to returning a product for any reason, please notify the VTech Consumer Services Department, by sending an email to vtechkids@vtechkids.com or calling 1-800-521-2010">800-521-2010. If the service representative is unable to resolve the issue, you will be provided instructions on how to return the product and have it replaced under Warranty. Return of the product under Warranty must adhere to the following rules:
• If VTech believes that there may be a defect in the materials or workmanship of the product and can confirm the purchase data and location of the product, we will at our discretion replace the product with a new unit or product of comparable value. A replacement product or parts assumes the remaining Warranty of the original product or 30 days from the date of replacement, whichever provides longer coverage.
• THIS WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL, WRITTEN, STATUTORY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IF VTECH CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY AND TO THE REPLACEMENT SERVICE AS DETERMINED BY VTECH IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION.
• To the extent permitted by law, VTech will not be responsible for direct, special, incidental or consequential damages resulting from any breach of Warranty.
• This Warranty is not intended to persons or entities outside the United States of America. Any disputes resulting from this Warranty shall be subject to the final and conclusive determination of VTech .

To register your product online at www.vtechkids.com/warranty

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the price of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop is priced at $28.83.

What age group is the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop recommended for?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop is recommended for children aged 36 months to 6 years.

What are the product dimensions of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop?

The dimensions of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop are 6.22 x 9.33 x 2.17 inches.

How much does the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop weigh?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop weighs 1.41 pounds.

What type of batteries does the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop require?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop requires 2 AA batteries to operate.

What is the warranty period for the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop comes with a 3-month warranty.

Who is the manufacturer of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop?

The manufacturer of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop is VTech.

What are the key features of the VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop?

The VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool Laptop features a variety of educational games, interactive lessons in letters, numbers, and shapes, and a pretend laptop design to enhance role-play and learning.

Why isn't my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool turning on?

Ensure that the batteries are installed correctly and are not depleted. Check for any corrosion on the battery contacts and clean if necessary. Replace the batteries if needed.

How do I reset my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool if it malfunctions?

To reset the toy, remove the batteries, wait for 10 seconds, and then reinsert them. This should reset the toy and resolve minor issues.

The sounds on my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool are not working. What can I do?

Check if the volume is turned down or if the toy is set to a mode where sounds are not active. Ensure the batteries are fully charged and properly installed.

Why is my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool not responding to button presses?

Ensure that the buttons are not obstructed or dirty. Clean any dirt or debris from the surface. If the problem persists, the buttons may be faulty.

How can I clean my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool?

Use a soft, damp cloth to gently clean the exterior of the toy. Avoid using water directly on the electronic components. Ensure the toy is turned off before cleaning.

The lights on my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool are not working. What should I do?

Verify that the batteries are fully charged and properly installed. If the lights still do not work, there may be an internal issue that requires professional repair or replacement.

Why does my VTech 80-196335 Play Smart Preschool shut off unexpectedly?

Unexpected shutdowns can be due to low battery power or loose battery connections. Ensure the batteries are firmly in place and replace them if necessary.

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