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LCD SCREEN TIMER BUTTON ON/OFF BUTTON TURN KNOB ADDITION SIGN ACTIVITY SELECTOR PUSH KNOB SUBTRACTION SIGN

PULL KNOB

4 FRACTION BUTTONS ERASE BUTTON NUMBER BUTTON
MULTIPLICATION BUTTON ENTER BUTTON

TO BEGIN PLAY

1. To begin play, press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on. You will hear a short tune followed by Gear up!

Gear up!

2. Slide the activity selector left or right to select one of the ten activities. A friendly voice will guide you through each of the following activities: 1. Counting 2. Number Patterns 3. Addition 4. Subtraction 5. Multiplication 6. Missing Sign 7. Target Number 8. Fractions 9. Time 10. Memory Challenge

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Bye - bye.
3. To turn the unit OFF, press the ON/OFF button again. You will hear a short tune followed by Bye-bye.
4. Use the ERASE button to delete any answers inputted before the ENTER button has been pressed. Use the ENTER button to confirm all answers.
5. In each activity, you will be asked to pick a level. You can enter the numbers 1, 2 or 3 to choose the level. You can also use the twisting knob. Once the level you want is highlighted, press the ENTER button to select it. 6. The unit will automatically go into Normal Mode. In this mode, once you have successfully answered 10 questions in a round, you will advance to the next level. 7. If you wish to enter the Timer Mode, press the TIMER button at any time. While in the Timer Mode, you will hear 4,3,2,1, Ready, go! There are 3 different grades in the TIMER mode and you will advance to the next grade after you complete a round. Each round consists of 10 questions. Your time to complete each round will be recorded and displayed. If a round is completed faster than the previous one, you have made a new record and this time will be displayed. You will advance to the next grade once you answer all the questions in the round correctly. The higher the grade and the faster you complete a round, the shorter your time will be to complete the next round. Once you have completed the third grade, you may choose to play again. While in TIMER Mode, you may choose to play different activities but in order to return into Normal Mode, you must press the TIMER button. 8. Each of the knobs located on the right-hand side of the unit perform a specific mathematical function. The count knob represents counting, the push knob represents addition (+), the pull knob represents subtraction (-) and the push button represents multiplication (x).

Pick a level!

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MATH LAB

ACTIVITIES

ACTIVITY 1 - COUNTING

This activity develops your childs understanding of numbers, and by adding more objects, these numbers represent the concept of counting. Your child will be asked to count the number of objects he or she sees on the LCD screen. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Counting helps to show your child the basic concept of adding one by one in order to find the total number in a collection. This foundation allows children to begin the basic understanding of number usage in addition and subtraction.

ACTIVITY INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Slide the activity selector to Counting. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. 2. After selecting a level, you will hear the level repeated followed by Count the dots. In this activity, all answers need to be inputted from left to right. 3. In Level 1, the square animations on the LCD screen will flash and the unit will repeat the number of squares displayed. You will hear Input your answer. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. You have three chances to answer each question, but if you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect and the answer will be shown. 4. In Level 2, count and enter the number of dots arranged in a shape shown on the LCD screen.
5. In Level 3, count and enter the number of dots arranged as an object shown on the LCD screen.
6. If you answer correctly in Levels 2 and 3, you will hear Youve got it! If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again and you will be able to answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect and the unit will count the dots. You will hear This is the answer and the answer will be shown on the LCD screen.

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ACTIVITY 2 - NUMBER PATTERNS
This activity develops your childs number patterning skills. It will present your child with number patterns and ask your child to find the next number within the pattern presented. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Number Patterns helps to show your child that numbers follow a certain pattern. It allows him or her to identify and work with patterns in the number system. Number patterns serve as the basis for multiplication and division.
1. Slide the activity selector to Number Patterns. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers need to be inputted from left to right.
2. You will be shown a set of numbers and you must figure out what the number pattern is between the three numbers. 3. You will need to input the missing number from the pattern. Your answer will be repeated and if you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer. The answer will be shown on the LCD screen and it will also be repeated.

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ACTIVITY 3 - ADDITION
This activity will allow your child to demonstrate his or her knowledge of addition skills. Your child will have a chance to add objects together through the display of square animations and to add by viewing a numeric equation. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Addition helps your child understand the concept of adding numbers to obtain a sum, or the whole amount. By understanding this concept, your child will begin to apply his or her knowledge by solving problems.
1. Slide the activity selector to Addition. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers need to be inputted from right to left.
2. In Level 1, the LCD screen will display square animations to represent an equation.
3. Next, a numeric equation that represents the squares previously shown will be displayed. The unit will say Input your answer.
4. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! The square animations will be shown on the LCD screen and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer. The answer will also be repeated. 5. In Levels 2 and 3, you will not be given the square animations, only the numeric equations to solve.

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ACTIVITY 4 - SUBTRACTION
This activity will allow your child to demonstrate his or her knowledge of subtraction skills. Your child will have a chance to subtract objects from a total through the display of square animations and to subtract by viewing a numeric equation. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Subtraction helps your child understand that to take away a number or deduct, he or she is subtracting. By understanding this concept, your child will begin to apply his or her knowledge by solving problems.
1. Slide the activity selector to Subtraction. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers need to be inputted from right to left.
2. In Level 1, the LCD screen will display square animations to represent a numeric equation. The squares that are not completely filled in are what are being taken away. The solid squares are what you have remaining.
4. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! The image will be shown on the LCD screen and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer. The correct answer will then be shown on the LCD screen. 5. In Levels 2 and 3, you will not be given the square animations, only the numeric equations to solve.

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ACTIVITY 5 - MULTIPLICATION
This activity asks your child to solve a variety of multiplication questions by entering answers using the number buttons. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Multiplication allows your child to begin understanding a short way of finding out what would be the result of adding a figure the numbers of times indicated by another figure. It provides an opportunity for your child to solve problems and advance their math knowledge.
1. Slide the activity selector to Multiplication. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers need to be inputted from left to right. 2. In Level 1, the LCD screen will display square animations to represent an equation.
3. Next, a numeric equation that represents the squares previously shown will be displayed. The unit will say Input your answer. 4. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear This is the answer and the answer will be repeated. 5. In Level 2, you will be given a series of numeric equations to solve. 6. In Level 3, you will be given a numeric equation with a denominator missing. You must determine and enter what the missing number is so it equals the answer given. 7. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear This is the answer and the answer will be repeated.

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ACTIVITY 6 - MISSING SIGN
This activity asks your child to solve various numeric equations by selecting the correct operation sign. Your child will be asked to find the missing sign to make the equation correct. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Missing Sign allows your child to connect the symbols of + (plus), - (minus) and x (times) with the operations of addition, subtraction and multiplication. This activity provides an opportunity for your child to solve problems using mathematical input devices by connecting a physical motion with a conceptual idea.
1. Slide the activity selector to Missing Sign. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers must be entered through the mathematical input devices.
2. In all three levels, you will see a numeric equation displayed on the LCD screen. You will hear Whats the missing? You will need to determine what operation sign makes the equation correct and enter the sign with the input devices. If you are correct, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you are incorrect, you will hear Oops, try again! and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer and the operation sign will be shown with the equation. 3. If by accident you select the wrong sign, you may enter an additional sign instead of using the ERASE button.

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ACTIVITY 7 - TARGET NUMBER
This activity asks your child to solve various questions by using the concepts of addition, subtraction and multiplication learned in the previous activities. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Target Number gives your child the opportunity to apply the skills of adding, subtracting and multiplying by targeting a specific number. This demonstrates the ability for your child to test his or her memory of these math concepts.
1. Slide the activity selector to Target Number. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all numbers must be selected by pushing the ENTER button once your number is highlighted. All operation signs must be selected by using the mathematical input devices. 2. You will hear a target number first and three numbers will be shown on the LCD screen. You may only use each number once to reach your target number. Any combination of these numbers and operation signs can be selected but you must use all three numbers. For example, you will hear Use 4, 8 and 2 to reach 0.
3. If by accident you select the wrong number or sign, you may use the ERASE button to delete your answer. 4. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! and the target number and numbers available will be repeated. You will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer. The correct combination of the numbers and operation signs will be repeated.

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ACTIVITY 8 - FRACTIONS
This activity introduces your child to the concept of fractions (1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2) by asking him or her to use the pie fraction buttons to answer questions. ChildLearning Benefits for Your Child Fractions allows your child to begin learning that a fraction is a part of a whole. It also tests his or her ability to understand that a number (1/4) indicates one or more equal parts of a whole or group.

1. Slide the activity selector to Fractions. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, all answers need to be entered by selecting one of the pie fraction buttons located on the cabinet. 2. In Level 1, you will see an object on the LCD screen that is divided equally into sections. You will hear Find the fraction and you must press the pie fraction button that matches the section of the object that is flashing.
3. In Level 2, you will see a pie on the LCD screen and the target fraction will be repeated. You will hear Add fractions to match the pie and you will need to select two or above fraction buttons that add to the pie section or target fraction. 4. In Level 3, you will see square animations displayed on the LCD screen. There will be some squares that are not filled in and some that are solid. This is to display the correct fraction amount. The unit will ask you what number is what fraction of another number. For example, you will hear 4 is what fraction of 8? 5. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! You will then advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! and you will be able to enter your answer again. If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear This is the answer and the answer will be shown on the LCD screen.

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ACTIVITY 9 - TIME
This activity introduces your child to the concept of time, and by using the turning knob, he or she will match the analog time with a digital representation. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Time gives your child the opportunity to test his or her ability of understanding different representations of time. This allows him or her to apply these practical applications in his or her daily life.
1. Slide the activity selector to Time. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level.
2. In Level 1, you will see a clock with a specific time displayed on the LCD screen. You will hear What time is it? and you will then see 3 different options displayed. Once the correct time is highlighted, press the ENTER button to select your answer.

3. In Level 2, you will see a clock with a specific time displayed on the LCD screen. You will hear What time is it? Use your number buttons and enter them from left to right.

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4. In Level 3, you will see a digital time displayed on the LCD screen. You will hear What time is it? and you will need to input the time by using the turning knob. For each 60degree turn of the knob, the minute hand will move 15 minutes. Keep turning the knob until the correct time matches the digital time you were given.
5. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! and you will advance to the next question. If you answer incorrectly, you will hear Oops, try again! If you answer incorrectly on your third try, you will hear an incorrect sound effect followed by This is the answer. The correct answer will be displayed.
ACTIVITY 10 - MEMORY CHALLENGE
This activity strengthens sequencing skills. Your child will have an opportunity to test his or her memory as he or she is asked to determine what operation sign to use. Learning Benefits for Your Child - Memory Challenge allows your child to sharpen his or her listening skills while trying to identify operation signs in proper sequence. Your child will develop problem-solving strategies, as he or she creates a way of remembering the order in which the operation signs were presented.
1. Slide the activity selector to Memory Challenge. You will hear a short tune and a friendly voice will say Pick a level. In this activity, you will need to enter your answer using all number and fraction buttons and mathematical input devices.

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2. You will hear 4,3,2,1, Ready, go! and the unit will begin calling out commands for you to follow. Level 1: You will only use the mathematical input devices. Each time you press, turn push or pull a device, you will hear the operation sign repeated.
Level 2: You will use a variety of buttons to answer the random commands. You will be asked to use operation signs, numbers and fractions in this level.
Level 3: You will use a variety of buttons to answer the random commands. Each command will call for an operation sign and either a number or fraction.
3. If you answer correctly, you will hear Youve got it! and advance to the next level. If you answer correctly, you will hear a sound effect and be given the next command. 4. This activity is the same in the Normal and Timer modes.

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BATTERIES

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit. Use a coin or screwdriver to open the battery cover. Insert 3 new AA (UM-3/ LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3. Replace the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure the battery cover.

BATTERY NOTICE

Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to avoid leakage. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not use batteries of different types. Remove exhausted or new batteries from the learning toy when it will not be used for an extended period of time. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries. Do not short circuit the supply terminals. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

To preserve battery life, the Math Lab learning toy will turn off automatically after 4 minutes. Turn the unit on again by pressing the ON button. Note: If for some reason the program/activity stops working, then 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. If the problem persists, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800521-2010 in the U.S., 1-800-267-7377 in Canada, or 01235-546810 in the U.K. WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are not part of this toy and should be discarded for your childs safety

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MAINTENANCE

CARE AND 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 is not in use for an extended period of time. 4. Do not drop the unit on hard surfaces or try to dismantle it. 5. Do not expose the unit to moisture or water.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Creating and developing the Fundamentals of Learning product line 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., 1-800-2677377 in Canada, or 01235-546810 in the U.K. with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A service representative will be happy to help you. NOTE: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properlythat is, in strict accordance with the manufacturers instructionsit may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply within the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specification in Sub-part J of Part 15 FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause 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 the receiving antenna. Relocate this product with respect to the receiver. Move this product away from the receiver.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for buying the VTech Language Lab Laptop. The VTech Language Lab Laptop is a cool way for your child to take learning to a whole new level of fun! In addition to brushing up on school skills such as language, math, logic, science, social studies, art and music, the Language Lab Laptop introduces your child to Spanish through fun, graphics-enhanced games. There is even a state of the art recording feature that helps your child practice Spanish pronunciation. The Language Lab Laptop is loaded with other cool features, such as tools to store personal info, bonus activity cartridges, and even a USB cable for connecting to a PC. With the Language Lab Laptop, your child will find that learning and fun go hand in hand!

USB PC Connection Cable

3 Activity Cartridges Progress Report Button ON/OFF Button Cartridge Slot Mouse Mouse Pad
Quick Access Category Buttons Volume/ Contrast Buttons Demo Button Reset Button Computer Keyboard

Cursor Pad

Record Button
Desktop Software & Expansion Activities CD
INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES

INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE

VTech Language Lab Laptop Real mouse Mouse pad 3 bonus activity cartridges: Geography Quiz, Spanish Spelling and Story Teller Users manual USB PC connection cable Desktop software & expansion activities CD-ROM WARNING:
All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are not part of this product and should be discarded for your childs safety.

GETTING STARTED

POWER SOURCE
The Language Lab Laptop operates on 4 AA size batteries (UM-3/LR6) or a VTech 9V adaptor (sold separately).

BATTERY INSTALLATION

1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it. 3. Insert 4 new AA batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated. RECHARGEABLE RECOMMENDED. BATTERIES ARE NOT
4. Close the battery cover. NOTE: For best performance, remove all factoryinstalled batteries and use new, alkaline batteries. Important: When replacing the 4 AA size batteries, make sure the backup batteries are in the unit. Otherwise you will lose any saved information.
BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your Language Lab Laptop uses the backup battery (sold separately). To avoid damage to the unit from leaky batteries, replace the backup battery at least once a year.
TO REPLACE THE BACKUP BATTERY
1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2. Using a small screwdriver, loosen the battery cover. 3. Insert 2 AA size batteries as illustrated. 4. Close the battery cover and tighten the screws to secure it.
STANDARD FOR BATTERY TOYS
Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries; Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before being charged; Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision; Do not mix different types of batteries; Do not mix new and used batteries; Only use batteries of the recommended or equivalent type; Always insert batteries properly matching the plus (+) and minus (-) signs; Batteries that have run out of energy must be removed from the toy; Do not short-circuit the supply terminals; Do not use more batteries than recommended; Remove batteries from the toy if it will not be used for an extended period of time. Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
Important: While replacing the backup battery, the 4 AA size batteries must be kept in the unit. Otherwise, you will lose any saved information.

DC ADAPTOR

Use a VTech adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies with EN61558 AC-DC 9V 300mA center-positive adaptor.

CONNECTING THE ADAPTOR

1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2. Locate the adaptor jack on the left side of the unit. 3. Insert the adaptor plug into the units adaptor jack. 4. Plug the adaptor into a wall outlet. 5. Turn the unit ON. NOTE: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended period of time, unplug the adaptor.
STANDARD FOR TOYS WITH ADAPTORS
The toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old; Use only the recommended adaptor with the toy;
The adaptor is not a toy; Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid; Never use more than 1 adaptor; Do not leave the toy plugged in for extended periods of time.

NOTICE TO PARENTS

Regularly examine the adaptor, checking for damage to the cord, plug, transformer or other parts. Do not use the adaptor if there is any damage to it. The demo tag should be removed automatically when the product is taken out of the packaging. If the demo tag is still in position when you begin play, please remove it from the bottom of the unit to activate normal play mode.

REAL MOUSE

Use the mouse only on a clean, flat surface, so that the roller ball is not damaged and the cursor moves freely across the screen. Use only a mouse that is compatible with VTech products.

CONNECTING THE MOUSE

1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2. Locate the mouse jack on the back of the unit. 3. Plug the mouse into the mouse jack.

USING THE MOUSE

1. Move the mouse in the direction you want the cursor to move. 2. Click on the mouse button to make a selection.

CLEANING THE MOUSE

1. Following the arrows, use a screwdriver to open the cover on the bottom of the mouse. 2. Take the ball out of the mouse and use a dry cloth to clean the mouse and the ball. 3. Place the ball back into the mouse, place the cover back onto the mouse and screw the cover closed.

CARTRIDGE

After the unit is turned ON, insert the cartridge into the cartridge slot on the right side of the unit.

PRODUCT FEATURES

PLAY MODES
In the Language Lab Laptop you can choose from 8 different categories of play and learning: Foreign Language (Spanish) Word Fun Math & Logic Science Social Studies Game Zone Creative Studio Cool Tools Press on the keyboard to switch between one-player and two-player modes.

The activities that can be played with two players are: Dots & Boxes Balloon Blow Out Number Battle
TURNING THE UNIT ON AND OFF
Pressing will turn the unit ON. Pressing again will turn the unit OFF.

ACTIVITY SELECTION:

When the unit is turned ON, you will see a short opening scene and enter the Main Menu. Here, activities will cycle onto and off the screen automatically. You can choose an activity in one of these ways: 1) Press when you see an activity you like.
2) Use the cursor pad to cycle through activities manually, and press choose one. 3) Click the mouse button when you see an activity you like. 4) Type the activity number and press.
If you press a category key (such as Word Fun), the menu will jump to the first activity of that category. An activity can then be chosen in the above ways.

LEVEL SELECTION

Pressing will take you to the level selection screen. Use the arrow keys, mouse
or keyboard to select level 1 (easy), 2 (medium) or 3 (hard).

ANSWER

In most activities, the answer will be provided after a certain number of tries.
VOLUME AND CONTRAST CONTROL KEYS
To adjust the volume, press the main (center) key once, and hold down the + or - key to reach the level you want. Press the main (center) key a second time to adjust the screen contrast in the same way. Press the main (center) button a third time to go back to regular play mode. You may also press Esc at any time to go back to regular play mode.

CURSOR PAD

Use the cursor pad to control the movement of the cursor on the screen.

KEYBOARD LAYOUT

Your Language Lab Laptop has a full typing keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard. It also features the function keys described below.

FUNCTION KEYS:

Press this button to see a short preview of your Language Lab Laptop.
Press this button to see how youre doing in most activities.
Press one of these buttons to jump to the first activity of the chosen category.
Esc: Level: Caps Lock: Shift:
Press this key to exit an activity. Press this key to set the difficulty level (easy, medium or hard). Press this key to type in capital letters. Press it again to switch to small letters. Hold this key down to type capital letters. You can also use this key to use the alternate functions of certain keys. These functions are marked on the keys in a different color. Press this key for information about the current activity. Press Shift and Status/Help together to see the current activity status. Press this key to repeat an instruction or a question.
Status/Help: Repeat: Hint: Answer: Sym.: Space Bar: Cartridge : Player: Arrow Keys: Enter: Delete: Backspace: Letter Keys: Number Keys:

Press this key to see the correct answer to a question. Press this key to use the symbol menu. Use the mouse to click on a symbol. Press this key to type a space between words or characters. Press this key to play cartridge games: Spanish Spelling, Story Teller and Geography Quiz. Press this key to choose one or two-player mode. Press these keys to move the cursor up, down, right or left. Press this key to enter an answer or choice. Press this key to delete the last action, letter or character. Press this key to erase the character to the left of the cursor. Press these keys to enter letters in letter and word-related activities. Press these keys to enter numbers in number activities.
Musical Note Keys: Press these keys to enter music notes in music-related activities.

HOT KEYS

Press this key to enter the Personal Profile activity. Press this key to enter the Word Processor activity. Press this key to enter the Card Maker activity.
Press this key for help with a question. Your score will be lowered when you use this key.
Press this key to enter the Phone Book activity. Press this key to enter the Calculator activity. Press this key to enter the Saving Calculator activity. Press this key to enter the Alarm Clock activity. Press this key to enter the Calendar activity. Press this key to enter the Book Finder activity. Press this key to access the Screen Saver function.
Press this key to turn the background music on and off. Press this key to enter the Word Translator activity. Press this key to enter the CD Download function. Press this key to connect to a printer and print files.

VOICE MATE

Your Language Lab Laptop is equipped with the Voice Mate feature, a built-in recording system that provides a great way to improve your foreign language skills and express your creativity. Voice Mate appears automatically in certain foreign language activities. Press to try your hand at Spanish pronunciation, and compare the onscreen Record icon your recording with the given pronunciation. To hear your recording, press the onscreen Play icon. NOTE: VTech accepts no responsibility for the content of any audio recorded using the Voice Mate feature.

AUTO POWER OFF

To preserve battery power, the Language Lab Laptop will automatically shut off after
several minutes of inactivity. You can turn the unit back ON by pressing

ACTIVITIES

Your Language Lab Laptop offers a total of 105 activities including 3 activities on bonus cartridges. Activity No. Activity Names 1 Spanish Letters Category Foreign Language Activity Description Choose a letter to hear its Spanish pronunciation. You can also click the Record icon to record your own reading and compare. Choose an English word to learn what it means in Spanish. You can also click the Record icon to record your own reading and compare. You will see a Spanish word at the top of the screen. Use the words you learned in the Spanish Words activity to choose the matching English word. Use the mouse, cursor pad, arrow keys to answer. Choose a short English sentence to learn what it means in Spanish. You can also click the Record icon to record your own reading and compare. Use the phrases you learned in the Phrase Teacher activity to match each Spanish sentence with its English translation. Use the mouse, cursor pad, arrow keys to answer. Choose a chat and watch the screen to learn what is being said. Click the translator key to switch between English and Spanish. You can also click the Record icon to record your own reading and compare. You will see part of a chat in Spanish. Use the chats you learned in the Spanish Chat activity to choose the phrase that comes next. Find the singular form of the plural Spanish word at the top of the screen. Find the plural form of the singular Spanish word at the top of the screen.

Spanish Words

Foreign Language

Word Match

Phrase Teacher

Phrase Match

Spanish Chat

Lets Chat

Spanish Singular Foreign Language Spanish Plural Foreign Language
Spanish Strikeout Word Strikeout Grammar Blanks Nature Blanks Earth Strikeout Science Strikeout Land Traveler Globe Guess History Strikeout History Blanks Language Quiz Word Quiz Grammar Quiz Earth Trivia Science Smarts Creature Quiz Word Trivia World Whiz History Quiz Magic Pixels
Foreign Language Word Fun Word Fun Science Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Foreign Language Word Fun Word Fun Science Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Foreign Language Word Fun Word Fun Science Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Word Fun Science Science Read each clue and guess the answer. Each puzzle has three to five clues. Type the answer by using the keyboard. Read each clue, and type each answer before it fades in. Hurry, time is running out! Use the mouse, arrow keys, or number keys to answer each question. Press Enter to enter your answer. Read the clue, and type the answer. Correct letters will appear on the screen, and incorrect ones will use up your chances to answer. Press the Repeat key to see the clue again. Press the Symbol key to type Spanish characters.
Word Dots Grammar Pix Earth Pix Science Bits Nature Dots Geography Pix Histroy Bits Geography Dots Vocabulary Clues Space Clues Science Sleuth
History Hodgepodge Social Studies
Nature Hints Geography Clues History Hints Globe Facts History Detective Meaning Match Science Match Creature Match Earth Match Geography Match Geography Galore History Match History Pair-Up Word Whake-O Math Whake-O
Science Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Word Fun Science Science Science Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Social Studies Word Fun Math and Logic Use your mouse to click the letters that complete the word, or the numbers that complete the equation. Click fast, before the answers disappear! Use the arrow keys to control the snake. Eat only the letters that complete the word, or the numbers that complete the equation. If the snake touches the wall, itself or a wrong answer, you lose a turn. You have three turns to get as many correct answers as possible. Use the arrow keys to move the cart left and right. Catch only the letters that complete the word, or the numbers that complete the equation. Find the correct match for the word at the top of the screen. Use the arrow keys to find an answer, and press Enter. How many can you answer before time runs out?

Spelling Snake

Word Fun

Letter Lander

Foreign Language Word Fun Math and Logic Word Fun Word Fun Word Fun Word Fun Word Fun Math and Logic
Spelling Catch Math Grabber Antonym Match Synonym Match Homonym Match Verb Tense Match Grammar Match Math Memory
Click on the cards to flip them over, and match up the pairs. When you match all six cards, a new board will appear. Hurry, there is a time limit!

Whats Missing?

The same letter or letters are missing from all three words. Type the letter(s), and press the Enter key. Press the Hint key to see one of the correct letters. Use the mouse or arrow keys to choose the correct sign: greater than (>), less than (<), or equals (=). How many equations can you complete before time runs out? Turn each set of numbers into a correct equation by using the dials. Use the left and right arrow keys to choose a dial; then use the up and down arrow keys to turn it. Time is limited, so act fast! Click on bricks that are next to each other and add up to the target sum. Hurry, this is a timed game!

Which Sign?

Math and Logic

Dial-a-Sign

Clever Bricks
Logic Sequence Number Battle
Math and Logic Math and Logic
Type the letter or number that completes each pattern. This is a 2-player game. You can play against a friend or the computer. Player 1 picks a number from the highlighted row. Player 2 chooses a number from the same column as the number picked by player 1. The game goes on until all the numbers have been picked. The player with the most points wins!

Dots & Boxes

This is a 2-player game. You can play against a friend or the computer. Take turns drawing a line by clicking on two dots. A player who completes the fourth side of a box earns a point, and gets an extra turn. The player who makes the most boxes wins.

Balloon Blow Out

This is a 2-player game. You can play against a friend or the computer. Take turns popping 1 to 4 balloons. Click on the Pass icon or the

Space bar to skip your turn. The one who pops the last balloon loses.

Shape Finder

How many triangles, circles, squares, or rectangles can you find in the picture? Hint: some shapes are inside other shapes! Every space in the maze is marked with a number. When you are on a space, you can only move that number of spaces in any direction. You cannot move off the board. Can you leave the maze before time runs out?

Number Maze

Cluster Cubes
Click on cubes with the same pattern to make them disappear. When no more cubes can be grouped, the game is over.
Name That Tune Chain Link

Game Zone Game Zone

Choose the correct name for each song. Pair up blocks to make them disappear. Pairs must be next to each other, or you must be able to draw a line between them. See if you can clear the board!

Typing Tutor

Game Zone
Get your typing skills in shape! Words will scroll out from right to left. Quickly type the whole word before it reaches the other side of the screen. Use your mouse to slide the boxes down the screen. When you move matching boxes next to each other, they will disappear. Can you clear the board?

Match Box

Apple Catch
Use the arrow keys to help the little guy catch the falling apples. How many apples can you catch before time runs out?

Music Mixer

Creative Studio
Choose a song, and use the onscreen icons to change the songs instruments and tempo. Use the music notes on the keyboard to create a song. Click on the arrows to change musical instruments.

Music Composer

Follow the Notes
Repeat the music notes you hear by pressing the note keys on the keyboard or clicking the notes on the screen. Click the on-screen icons to create a face. Save the face you created by clicking the middle icon at the bottom of the screen.

Face Maker

Card Maker

to enter the Card

Picture Fun
Choose a picture. Shade in your picture by choosing from the palette on the right and clicking on the different areas of the picture. Press to enter the Book

Book Finder

Cool Tools
Finder activity. Do you like to read? We have a whole list of reading suggestions you might enjoy. You can even choose them based on your favorite subject. 90 Calculator Cool Tools Press to enter the Calculator

activity. Use the on-screen keys or the keyboard to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Store numbers in the memory with the on-screen memory keys.
Maker activity. Make your own greeting cards by choosing a picture and typing a greeting. Click on the Save icon to save your file. Click on the Upload icon to transfer files to a PC. Click on the Trash icon to delete files. Click on the Print icon to print files via your PC.

Phone Book

to enter the Phone
Book activity. Here you can store information about your friends, such as their names, phone numbers, birthday and e-mail address. You can also choose silly pictures for your friends designed. You can also upload your files to a PC or print them. 92 Personal Profile Cool Tools Press to enter the Personal
Profile activity. Type your name, phone number, email address, and choose a picture. Press the Esc key to save your info and return to the main menu.

Progress Report

The Progress Report shows how well you are doing in each learning category. Press to enter the Saving

Saving Calculator

Calculator activity. The Saving Calculator helps plan your savings. Enter an amount of money to save, then enter an amount of time in days, weeks, or months. The calculator will tell you how much to save each day/ week/ month, to reach your goal.

CD Download

to enter the CD
Download activity. Use the USB cable to connect to a PC and download bonus activity data from the included CD-ROM.

Screen Saver

to enter the Screen
Saver activity. Choose a screen saver for your laptop.

Calendar

to enter the Calendar
activity. Set the date on your laptop. 98 Alarm Clock Cool Tools Press to enter the Alarm
Clock activity. Use the built-in clock to set the current time on your Language Lab Laptop. You can also set an alarm. 99 Voice Message Cool Tools Click the Record icon to record a voice message to play when your laptop starts up. Note: any recording in other activities will erase your startup message. Press to enter the Word

Word Processor

Processor activity. Use the keyboard to type text, and click on the Save icon to save your file. Click on to transfer files the Upload icon to a PC. Click on the Trash icon to delete files after connecting to a PC. Click on the Print icon to print files via your PC. You can also click on the New icon to create a new file, and click on to review files you have saved. 101 Joke Fun Cool Tools Heard any good jokes lately? Try these! Read the joke and click on the Answer icon for a laugh. Press to the enter Word

Word Translator

Translator activity. Choose a word to see its translation in Spanish or English.

Cartridge

Geography Quiz Spanish Spelling Story Teller
The unit offers 3 bonus cartridges with additional activities: Geography Quiz, Spanish Spelling, Story Teller.

PC CONNECTION

Your VTech Language Lab Laptop can connect to a personal computer through the included USB cable and PC connection program. You can use the PC connection to upload or print files created in the Word Processor, Card Maker, and Phone Book activities of your Language Lab Laptop. You can also use the PC connection to download extra activity data from the included CD-ROM. Note: Make sure to install the VTech Laptop PC Program prior to making the USB cable connection.

Hardware Requirements

In order to use the PC connection feature, your PC must meet these minimum requirements:

Computer/Processor

Computer with a 486/66-megahertz (MHz) processor or higher (Pentium processor is recommended)
Memory (RAM requirements depend on the operating system used)
Windows 98: Windows 2000: Windows Me Edition: Windows XP: Free Hard Disk Space Drive Display Peripherals Operating System 16 MB of RAM minimum 32 MB of RAM minimum 32 MB of RAM minimum 64 MB of RAM minimum 35MB CD-ROM drive Super VGA (800 x 600) or higher-resolution monitor with 256 colors Mouse or compatible pointing device Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 or Windows XP Windows 98 Second Edition:16 MB of RAM minimum

Installation

To install the PC connection program, insert the PC connection CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your PC. If installation does not start automatically, select the Run option on the taskbar Start Menu and type: D:\setup.exe
(Note: If D: is not your CD-ROM drive, replace D: with your CD-ROM drive.)

Uninstall

To uninstall the PC connection program, click the Add/Remove Programs icon in the Control Panel, and choose VTech Laptop PC Program to remove.

Operating Tips

1. Connect the USB cable to a USB port on your PC. 2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your VTech Language Lab Laptop. Turn your Language Lab Laptop ON. Make sure the USB cable is securely connected to both machines. 3. On your PC, run the VTech Laptop PC Program. To upload files to your PC, use the onscreen icons in the Word Processor, Card Maker, and Phone Book activities of the Language Lab Laptop. Please note that if you revise the files on your PC by using other applications, you will not be able to download them back to your Language Lab Laptop.

5. In the PC program window, click the Delete icon to delete any Phone Book, Word Processor and Card Maker files you no longer need. 6. Before printing files, make sure your printer is turned on and the page setup of the printer matches the files you want to print. To print files, use the onscreen "Print" icon in the Word Processor, Card Maker and Phone Book activities of your Language Lab Laptop. 7. Before disconnecting the USB cable or turning off your Language Lab Laptop, be sure to click the "Unplug" or "Eject Hardware" icon on the bottom right of the PC screen, in Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Me. As for Windows 98, close the VTech Laptop PC Program before turning off the Language Lab Laptop or disconnecting the USB cable. 8. For best performance, do not connect more than one product using the VTech Laptop PC Program to your PC at one time.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

1. Keep your Language Lab Laptop clean by wiping it with a slightly damp cloth. Never use solvents or abrasives. 2. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat. 3. Remove the batteries when not using it for an extended period of time. 4. Avoid dropping it. NEVER try to dismantle it. 5. Always keep the Language Lab Laptop away from water.
4. After you have uploaded files from your Language Lab Laptop to your PC, you can download them back to the Language Lab Laptop by using the "Download" icon at the bottom of the PC program window.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. If your Language Lab Laptop stops working or does not turn on:
Check your batteries. Make sure the batteries are fresh and properly installed. Insert the tip of a paper clip (or a similar object without a sharp tip) into the small hole on the left side of the keyboard labelled Reset. Note: After resetting, you will lose any stored data, and default settings will be restored. If you are still having problems, visit our website at www.vtechkids.com for troubleshooting tips.
TROUBLESHOOTING / TECHNICAL SUPPORT
2. If when pressing the On/Off button, nothing happens:
Make sure your unit is plugged in. If you are using batteries, check to see that they are aligned correctly.
3. If you turn the unit on, but cannot see anything on the screen:

Use the Contrast Button to adjust the darkness of the screen.
4. If you cannot hear any sound:
Use the Volume Button to adjust the sound level of the speaker.
5. If the screen is frozen and not responding to any input:
Use the tip of a paper clip (or a similar object without a sharp tip) to gently press the Reset button.
6. If you experience a problem with the USB connection:
Disconnect the USB cable from both the Language Lab Laptop and the PC, and reconnect it again. Be sure to use the "Unplug" or "Eject Hardware" icon to disconnect the Language Lab Laptop. If you continue to experience problems, turn off both the Language Lab Laptop and PC, and restart them again.

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

If you have a problem that cannot be solved by using this manual, we encourage you to visit us online or contact our Consumer Services Department with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have. A support representative will be happy to assist you. Before requesting support, please be ready to provide or include the information below: The name of your product or model number (The model number is typically located on the back or bottom of your product.) The actual error message or problem you are experiencing. The actions you took right before the error message or problem occurred.
Internet: www.vtechkids.com Phone: 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-877-352-8697 in Canada

OTHER INFO

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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.