vtech Kidi Gear Walkie Talkies Explorer Instruction Manual
- September 28, 2024
- vtech
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Kidi Gear Walkie Talkies Explorer
Specifications:
- Power Source: 3 AAA batteries (LR03/AM-4)
- Recommended Age: 4-8 years
- Material: Plastic
- Dimensions: 5.5 x 2 x 1 inches
Product Usage Instructions:
Getting Started:
The KidiGear™ Walkie Talkies Explorer is in try-me mode in the
packaging. To exit try-me mode, follow these steps:
-
Press the Power Button to play the try-me demo.
-
Press any button except the power button during the try-me
demo. -
When you see the search icon, your KidiGear™ has exited try-me
mode and entered normal play mode.
First Pairing:
To pair the Walkie Talkies:
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Put the two Walkie Talkies close together and turn them
on. -
They will enter the pair-up setting ( ), press the OK Button on
both units to connect. -
Once successfully connected, you will enter Walkie Talkie
mode. -
The connected units will be automatically paired next
time.
Battery Removal and Installation:
-
Make sure the units are turned OFF.
-
Locate the battery cover on the back of each unit, turn the
battery lock anticlockwise and slide the cover off. -
If used batteries are present, remove them by pulling up on one
end of each battery. -
Install 3 new AAA batteries into both Walkie Talkies following
the diagram inside the battery compartment. -
Replace the battery cover and turn the battery lock
clockwise.
Important Battery Information:
Batteries included are to be installed by an adult before giving
to children. Use new alkaline batteries for maximum
performance.
FAQ:
How do I dispose of old batteries?
Old batteries should not be disposed of in domestic waste. Look
for collection points near you or visit www.vtech.co.uk/recycle for
more information.
What age group is this product suitable for?
The KidiGear™ Walkie Talkies Explorer is recommended for
children aged 4-8 years.
Instruction Manual
INTRODUCTION
Chat, send messages and play games with the VTech® KidiGearTM Walkie Talkies
Explorer! The cool new design and built-in torch helps you light the way while
going on your very own adventures. Keep in touch indoors and out, at home or
on the go! These childsafe two-way walkie talkies feature an encrypted
connection that keeps your child`s conversations secure, preventing other
walkie talkie users from hearing. Have lots of fun trying the different voice
changing effects! Little adventurers can also send messages back and forth by
choosing from the fun built-in animations.
BACK
Wrist Strap Slot (Wrist strap not included)
Power Button
LED Light
Push to Talk Button
Games & Activities Button Torch Button Microphone
Volume Buttons
Mailbox Button
Walkie Talkie Button
Left, Right, Up, Down
and OK Buttons
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INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE
· Two KidiGearTM Walkie Talkies Explorer · 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.
GETTING STARTED
The KidiGearTM Walkie Talkies Explorer is in try-me mode in the packaging. To
exit try-me mode, press the Power Button to play the try-me demo, then press
any button except power button during the try-me demo. When you see the search
icon, it means that your KidiGearTM has exited try-me mode and entered normal
play mode.
FIRST PAIRING
Put the two Walkie Talkies close together, turn them on and they will enter
the pair up setting ( ), press the OK Button on both units to connect. Once
they are successfully connected, you will enter Walkie Talkie mode. The two
units that have been connected will be automatically connected next time. You
can enter the set-up menu at any time by pressing the Games & Activities
Button. Then, press the OK Button to enter the pair up setting.
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BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
1. Make sure the units are turned OFF.
2. Locate the battery cover on the back of each unit, turn the battery lock
anticlockwise and slide the cover off.
3. If used or spent batteries are present, remove these batteries from the
unit by pulling up on one end of each battery.
4. Install 3 new AAA (LR03/AM-4) batteries into both Walkie Talkies following
the diagram inside the battery compartment. (The use of new alkaline batteries
is recommended for maximum performance).
5. Replace the battery cover and turn the battery lock clockwise.
WARNING:
Adult Assembly required. Batteries included to be installed by adult before
giving to children. Keep batteries out of reach from 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.
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· 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/recycle www.vtech.com.au/sustainability Visit
www.recyclenow.com to see a list of collection points near you.
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PRODUCT FEATURES
1. Power Button
Press the Power Button to power on the Walkie Talkie. Press the button again
to power off the Walkie Talkie.
2. Push to Talk Button
Press and hold the Push to Talk Button in Walkie Talkie mode to transmit your
voice to the other Walkie Talkie.
3. Games & Activities Button
Press the Games & Activities Button to enter the games, activities and set-up
menu.
4. Walkie Talkie Button
Press the Walkie Talkie Button to enter Walkie Talkie mode.
5. Mailbox Button
Press the Mailbox Button to enter the Mailbox menu and choose an animated
message or a wish to send to the other Walkie Talkie.
6. Torch Button
Press the Torch Button to turn on the LED light, press the Torch Button again
to make the light flash. Pressing the Torch Button a third time turns off the
light.
7. Left, Right, Up, Down and OK Buttons
Press the Left, Right, Up, Down or OK Buttons to make selections or to play games.
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8. Volume Buttons
Press the Volume Buttons to adjust the volume.
9. Wrist Strap Slot
Insert a strap here (not included) to secure the KidiGearTM Walkie Talkies
Explorer to your wrist.
10.Automatic Shut Off
To preserve battery life, the KidiGearTM Walkie Talkies Explorer will
automatically turn off after approximately 10 minutes without input. Turn the
Walkie Talkies on again by pressing the Power Button.
Press the Game & Activities Button to enter the games, activities and set-up
menu. Enter the set-up menu and select the automatic shut off time. The
shorter the automatic shut off time you set, the more power you save.
Screen Icon Descriptions
Walkie Talkie Mode
Mailbox Mode If the star is lit up then that means the message has not been
read
Game Mode Shows you if you are Player 1 or Player 2
Timer
Shows the strength of your
connectivity status
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ACTIVITIES
1. Walkie Talkie Mode
Press the Left and Right Buttons to choose the normal voice or one of the
three funny voice effects (bird, hippo or robot), then press and hold the Push
to Talk Button to talk. Release the Push to Talk Button when you are not
speaking. Speak closely to the microphone for the best performance.
Press the Up and Down Buttons to choose a sound, then press the OK Button to
send the sound to the other Walkie Talkie.
2. Mailbox Mode
In this mode, you can send messages and view unread messages.
2.1 There are two activities in Mailbox Mode; send a pre-set card or send a
wish.
a) Send pre-set message
Press the Left or Right Button to select one of the pre-set messages, and then
press the OK Button to send. The other player will then receive your animated
message.
b) Send a wish
Press the Left or Right Button to select a wish, then press the OK Button to
send it. After the other player receives the wish, they can blow into their
microphone or press the OK Button on their Walkie Talkie to open the wish.
2.2 After entering View Unread Message Mode, press the OK Button to read the
latest message.
3. Games & Activities
In this mode, you can play games or change your settings. Press the Left or Right Button to scroll through the menu options and select a game or setting.
3.1 There are four two-player games and two one-player games.
If you select two-player mode, your Walkie Talkie will send an invitation to the other Walkie Talkie.
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I) Insect Collector (one or two player game)
Press the Up or Down Buttons to move the net and rescue the requested insects.
Collect as many requested insects as you can within the time limit to unlock
more levels. Make sure to avoid any objects. In two-player mode, see how
many insects can be rescued together.
II) Catch The Water (one or two player game)
Press the Left or Right Button to move the bucket to collect the water drops. The more water droplets you collect the bigger the flower will grow. Collect as much water as you can in the time limit to unlock more levels. Control the bucket as well as avoiding the objects. In two-player mode, you can collect more water together and the plant will grow quicker.
III) Monster Creator (one or two player game)
In one-player mode, the program will randomly pick half of the monsters body, and you will pick the other half. When the time is up, both halves will be joined together to form your creation.
In two-player mode, each player will be able to pick half of the monsters body. When the time is up, both halves will be joined together to form your creation.
IV) Power Generator (one or two player game)
Blow into the microphone to spin the windmill and generate power. Check which objects can generate the most power within the time limit. In two-player mode, see if you can generate more power by working together.
V) Voice Changer (one player)
Press the Left or Right Buttons to choose the
normal voice or one of the three funny voice
effects (bird, hippo or robot), then press the OK
Button and start speaking until the progress
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bar ends. The current character voice will play when you finish recording. You
can press the Left or Right Buttons to play your
chosen characters voice.
VI) Card Creation (one player)
Design your own cards and send them to the other player.
Press the Left or Right Buttons to select the frame, object or stamp. Press the OK Button to confirm your selection. Press the 4 arrows buttons to move the object or stamp. Once the player has finished creating their card they can send it to the other player or save it for later. When you open a saved card, you can press the OK Button to select Send, Delete or Return to the menu.
Note: You can save up to three cards at a time. To create more cards, delete one of the three saved cards before creating a new card.
3.2 Settings
I) Pair Up
To pair up the two Walkie Talkies, turn on both of the Walkie Talkies and then press the Games & Activities Button to enter the settings menu. Choose `Pair Up’ from the menu screen. Before pairing up, place the two Walkie Talkies next to each other and press both OK Buttons at the same time to start pairing. After successfully finding each other, they will automatically connect.
II) Automatic Shut Off
Press the Up or Down Buttons to choose the Automatic Shut Off time, and press the OK Button to confirm.
III) Notification Press the Up or Down Buttons to choose a notification sound, and press the OK Button to confirm.
IV) Language
Press the Up or Down Buttons to choose a language, and press the OK Button to confirm.
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4. Torch Mode
Press the Torch Button to turn on the LED light, press the Torch Button again
to make the light flash. You can also press the Left or Right Buttons to
choose between the normal or flashing light. You can only press the Torch
Button to turn off the light when the light is flashing. Incoming Messages or
Game Invitation
You can receive an incoming message and game invitation anytime the Walkie
Talkies are on. You can receive a walkie talkie invitation during game play.
Press the Left or Right Button to select, accept or reject. Then, press the OK
Button to confirm. Note: If you receive an incoming message while you are
playing a game, the star on the status bar will flash. You can check the
message in the mailbox at anytime.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
1. Keep the unit clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth. 2. Keep the
unit out of direct sunlight and heat source. 3. Remove the batteries when the
unit is not 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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Hereby, VTech Electronics Europe BV declares that the radio equipment type
5725 is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU
declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address:
www.vtech.com/re-directive
Frequency Band: 2414MHz 2474MHz Maximum RF power: 0.01 W (10 dBm)
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hereby, VTech Electronics Europe Plc declares that
the radio equipment type 5725 is in compliance with The Radio Equipment
Regulations 2017 (2017 No.1206). The full text of the Declaration of
conformity is available at the following internet address: www.vtech.com/re-
directive
Frequency Band: 2414MHz 2474MHz Maximum RF power: 0.01 W (10 dBm)
- Your KidiGearTM will achieve the maximum operating range when communicating in flat open areas with no trees or buildings to obstruct the signal. Under these ideal conditions, you may achieve range up to 200m/650′ range. The following conditions tend to reduce the range:
· One or both walkie talkies are being used indoors. · There are large obstructions such as buildings, trees, vehicles,
hills, etc. between radios. · The batteries are running low.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If for some reason the Walkie Talkies stop working or lose connection, 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 use again. 5. If the product still does not work, install a brand new set of
batteries. If the problem persists, please contact our Consumer Services Department, and a service representative will be happy to help you.
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errors sometimes can occur. It is important for you to know that we stand
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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)
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PRODUCT WARRANTY/ CONSUMER GUARANTEES
UK Customers:
Read our complete warranty policy online at vtech.co.uk/warranty.
Australian Customers:
VTECH ELECTRONICS (AUSTRALIA) PTY LIMITED
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Electronics (Australia) Pty Limited. Please refer to vtech.com.au/
consumerguarantees for further information.
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