86338 Aldi AUS RC1 Cover.FH11 Fri Nov 05 11:39:00 2010 Seite 1 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Early Learning Notebook MEDION® P84000 (MD 86338) MEDION Australia Pty Ltd St. Leonards NSW 2065 Australia 02/11 MEDION Help Desk 1300 884 987 Schwarz australia@medion.com www.medion.com.
i Easy Learning Notebook Warranty Details The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion.
ii Easy Learning Notebook Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the Supplier for repair.
i Table of Contents Overview Of The Early Learning Notebook ..................................................... 3 Safety Instructions .......................................................................................... 5 Operational Safety ...................................................................................... 5 Connecting The Notebook.......................................................................... 6 Power Supply .............................................................
ii How To Enter Your Answers.......................................................................... 19 Method 1 – Using The Arrow Keys ............................................................ 19 Method 2 – Selecting The Right Letters ..................................................... 19 Method 3 – Type In The Answer ............................................................... 19 Method 4 – Moving The Highlighted Area Or The Cursor Arrow With The Mouse............................................
-3- Overview Of The Early Learning Notebook * A Button for opening the notebook B Lock for notebook lid C Notebook lid with screen D Screen (monitor) E POWER button F Mouse G Loudspeaker H Contrast control I Volume control J Cursor control pad K Enter button L Music buttons M Keyboard N Selection buttons for the game categories O Top/notebook lid P Reset hole Q Battery compartment R Headphone socket S Mouse socket T Mains adapter connection * The right mouse butto
-4- 1 On/off switch 2 Open “treasure box” 3 Delete entry 4 Confirm entry 5 Shift key (Write in capital letters) 6 Request help (for a game) 7 Players 1 and 2: VS Battle games 8 Light button 9 Display the name entered 10 Hear the functions of the device 11 Repeat game explanation 12 Reveal the answer 13 Display VS Battle games 14 Display the menu for entering the three digit game codes 15 Display start menu (first games category) 16 Exit game 17 Choose game categories After
-5- Safety Instructions Please read this section carefully and follow all instructions given. The instructions will help you to operate the device reliably and help increase its service life. Always keep these operating instructions handy but store them safely so that you can pass them on to a new owner should you sell the unit. Should you have any problems with the device, please only contact the MEDION Help Desk on 1300 884 987.
-6- To avoid malfunctions, keep the device away from moisture, avoid vibrations and do not place it in a dusty area, near sources of heat or in direct sunlight. Only use the device in residential or similar rooms and not outdoors. The device must not be exposed to water droplets or spray. Do not place objects that are filled with water (such as vases) on the device. The container may tip over and the liquid may impair the electrical safety of the product. Never open the device casing.
-7- Notes On Conformity The device fulfils the requirements for electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety. Your device meets the fundamental requirements and the relevant regulations of the EMC directive 2004/108/EC and the directive for low voltage electrical equipment 2006/95/EC. This device meets the essential requirements and relevant regulations of the Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC (Commission Regulation 642/2009). Handling Batteries Batteries may contain combustible materials.
-8- Remove the batteries from the device if you do not intend to use it for a long period of time. Replace all the old batteries in a device with new batteries of the same type. Cover the contacts of the batteries with sticky tape if you want to store or dispose of them. Do not dispose of used batteries in the household rubbish! Please protect our environment and dispose of batteries in the correct manner.
-9- Proper Use This Early Learning Notebook has been developed for children of pre-school or primary school ages. It is ideal for preparing children for the learning content provided at school and for supporting and supplementing it. However, this device is also extremely well suited for playing. It promotes children’s motor functions and imagination. The ability to switch languages and the special exercises included introduce your child to foreign languages through play.
-10- Getting started Inserting/Changing The Batteries Open the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the notebook using a coin as shown in the diagram. Now insert the batteries. Make sure that the plus and minus poles ( / ) depicted match the illustrations on the device. Reclose the battery compartment lid by snapping it shut and then retighten the screw. Hints on handling batteries can be found on page 7.
-11- Connecting The Mouse Make sure that the notebook has been turned on. The connection socket for the mouse can be found on the rear of the device behind a rubber flap. Insert the plug from the mouse cable into the mouse connection socket with the rubber flap facing downwards. To increase the lifespan of the mouse, please only use a clean mouse pad so that no dust particles can get into the mouse. Headphone Socket Headphones with a jack plug (3.
-12- Switching The Notebook On And Off The (P O W E R ) button is used to switch the notebook on and off. Note The notebook will switch off automatically after a few minutes if you do not enter anything. Enter Name The notebook will ask you to enter child's name when you turn it on for the first time. Type in name (you can enter up to eight characters). Press the S h i f t key if you want to enter capital letters or a symbol that is located above one of the number keys (like the “! ” or “* ”).
-13- “Name” Button If you want to change the name, press the N a m e button. The name that was last entered will then be displayed on the screen. If you want to enter another name press the D e l e t e button while the name is being displayed on the screen. The same question that appears when you switch on the notebook will now be displayed: “Delete name & change mission?” Y/N“.
-14- Selecting The Game Category After you have chosen between “T e a m Al p h a ” and “T e a m D e l t a ” and pressed the E n t e r key, the first game category will be displayed: “Word” There are a number of different ways for you to select a game category: “Game Category” Buttons Simply press the button for the game category that you want to play, like “M u s i c ”, “K e y b o a r d ” etc.
-15- Moving The Cursor With The Mouse The mouse pointer on the screen that moves the same way as the movements of the mouse is called a “cursor”. Move the cursor with the mouse onto the right or left arrow on the display and press the left mouse button to run through the categories more quickly forwards or backwards. Then press the E n t e r key or the left mouse button or the bottom section of the control pad.
-16- “Menu” Button Press the M e n u button and the first games category “Word” will appear again just like when you switch on the notebook. Selecting The Activity (Game) When you have selected the category, the different games in this category will be displayed for you. The first game is highlighted (it has a dark background). Selecting An Activity With The Scroll Bar Not all of the activities will fit onto the screen so there is a scroll bar on the right hand side.
-17- The Music Buttons There are ten tunes that can be played in the background. The music buttons are used to control the background music. Pause music. Now you can select a different tune using the buttons. When you press this button again, the music will begin playing once more. Stop music. The game will stop and you will be returned to your first selection at the same time. Play next music. Play previous music.
-18- Game Rules Answers And Points Each game level generally consists of 10 questions. You have three chances to answer a question correctly. If you answer the question correctly on your first attempt, you are awarded 10 points. If you answer the question correctly on your second attempt, you are awarded 6 points. If you answer the question correctly on your third attempt, you are awarded 3 points. Your points score will be displayed after every game level.
-19- How To Enter Your Answers When you have selected an activity, a computer-generated voice will explain how to play the game. The following methods can be used: Method 1 – Using The Arrow Keys Use the arrow keys to select the correct answer from a list. Then press the E n t e r key to confirm your answer. Method 2 – Selecting The Right Letters Sometimes there are letters in front of the answers. Enter the letter on the keyboard that corresponds to the correct answer.
-20- Method 5 – Moving The Highlighted Area Or The Cursor Arrow With The Control Pad The control pad is required for selection in some games. Move the cursor arrow, a highlighted section or a movable object by pressing one finger on the control pad in the desired direction. Once you have selected something by pressing on the control pad, you can confirm your selection by pressing the left mouse button or by pressing the bottom section of the control pad.
-21- During The Game “Enter” Key In some games you are required to select something and confirm the selection by pressing the E n t e r key. “Delete” Key Press the D e l e t e key when you want to delete something that you have entered on the keyboard. “Answer” Key If you don’t know the answer to a question you can press the An s w e r key to have the correct answer read out to you.
-22- The Activities “Word” Category (001) Spell-a-rator A picture will appear on the screen to represent the word that you have to spell. Enter the correct answer using the letter keys. (002) Synchronizer An animation will appear on the screen. You will then see the word belonging to the animation, although the letters have been jumbled up. Decipher the word and enter the correct spelling into the spaces provided. (003) Letter Detector Delete an extra letter in a word.
-23- (006) Code Breaker You will see a picture representing a word. The word will then appear but one syllable will be missing. Use the arrow keys to select the syllable that correctly completes the word from the three options. The selection is confirmed using the E n t e r key. (007) Power Builder The aim is to guess the hidden word. The notebook will reveal the category of the hidden word.
-24- (011) Match Up The aim is to find the two words that match up according to the relevant question. You can scroll through the possible answers on the bottom half of the screen by using the left and right arrow keys. When the correct answer is displayed under the question word then press the E n t e r key. (012) Planet Punctuation Complete the stories by adding the correct punctuation marks. Use the arrow keys to select the punctuation mark and then confirm your selection by pressing the E n t e r key.
-25- (016) Addition An equation will appear on the screen. Enter your answer using the number keys. (017) Subtraction An equation will appear on the screen. Enter your answer using the number keys. (018) Multiplication An equation will appear on the screen. Enter your answer using the number keys. (019) Division An equation will appear on the screen. Enter your answer using the number keys. (020) Power Balance Listen carefully to the notebook.
-26- (023) Rapid Counter An equation will appear at the bottom edge of the screen that should be solved as quickly as possible while the timer counts down. (024) Time The aim is to enter the time displayed on the clock using the number keys. (025) Cashier Calculate the sum of the prices of two items and enter the answer using the number keys. (026) Security Code Select the correct equation to match the highlighted number on the right hand side.
-27- (030) Vision Mission Four pictures will appear on the screen. One of them has a particular characteristic that is different from the other pictures. Use the arrow keys and the E n t e r key to select the correct picture. (031) Fuel Up Fill up the tank with the smallest number of pours without spilling over. Use the arrow keys or the number keys 1, 2 or 3 to select from the different sized canisters. Every pour can be confirmed by pressing the E n t e r key once.
-28- (036) Mischievous Friend Three Martians appear on the screen. One of them is hiding a fuel cell behind his back. The Martians then change position a number of times. Use the arrow keys to find the Martian who is holding the hidden fuel cell. The selection is confirmed using the E n t e r key. (037) Double Trouble You will be given a few seconds to remember the positions of the matching pairs before they are covered up. Use the cursor control pad or the mouse to uncover the matching pairs.
-29- (042) Ready Go Remember the correct order in which the shapes arrive at the right hand side of the screen. Select the correct shapes from the random group of shapes on the screen and enter them into the spaces provided in the correct order that they arrived at the finish line. “Music” Category (043) Electro Beat Using the arrow keys and the E n t e r key choose a rhythm style from the four tunes given - to which you want to beat out the rhythm.
-30- (047) Scanning Frequency Find the higher, lower, shorter or longer note. Use the arrow keys and the E n t e r key to select the correct note. “Manners” Category (048) Good Manners Use the arrow keys to select a particular situation and confirm your selection with the E n t e r key. The notebook will play an animated scene and an explanation of which behaviour is suitable for the situation being described scrolls across the screen.
-31- (053) Rainbow Jump The letters should be entered as quickly as possible so that the rainbow can continue on its way. You can enter special characters and symbols by pressing the S h i f t key and the corresponding number key. (054) Letter Tunnel A column of words winds its way across the screen. You need to enter the letters as quickly as possible so that they do not reach the other side of the screen. The capital letters can be entered without having to press the S h i f t key.
-32- (059) Shield Repair A shield containing a bouncing ball appears on the screen. Every time that the ball hits the edge of the shield it leaves a hole behind. The tool for repairing the holes is controlled using the arrow keys. Move the tool along the edge of the shield and press the E n t e r key to repair the holes. More and more balls will appear over time and at higher levels the balls will move more quickly. (060) Basketball Hoops Try to shoot as many baskets as possible using the E n t e r key.
-33- (066) Animatronics Once you have selected a term from the vocabulary list, you can view its corresponding animation. (067) Lucky Star Pres the E n t e r key to learn something about your destiny. (068) Calculator The notebook’s calculator can solve the equations entered just like a pocket calculator. You can make corrections by pressing the C key and solve the equation by pressing the E n t e r key.
-34- “Spanish Zone” Category (071) El Género Select the correct Spanish word according to the gender asked for. (072) Frases Hechas Select the correct English answer according to the Spanish question asked. (073) Adivinanzas Select the correct Spanish word that matches the English meaning. (074) Doble Acción Type the correct plural form of the Spanish noun. (075) Traductor Animado A number of animated vocabulary words are shown on the screen in a random order.
-35- (079) Letras Despistadas Re-arrange the letters to form a Spanish word correctly. (080) Máxima Concentración Use the hint to select the correct Spanish vocabulary word. After Sales Support TEL: 1300 884 987 WEB Support: www.medion.com.
-36- Vs Battle Games 081 To 110 30 games on the notebook can be played with 2 players: (081) Spell-a-rator II (082) Synchronizer II (083) Letter Detector II (084) Storm Blazer II (085) Nebula Runner II (086) Rhyme Time II (087) Magnetic Power II (088) Word Warp II (089) Match Up II (090) Planet Punctuation II (091) Multiple Trouble II (092) Addition II (093) Subtraction II (094) Multiplication II (095) Division II (096) Power Balance II (09
-37- “VS Battle” Button The V S B a t t l e button calls up all of these games. You can scroll up or down through the list of games using the arrow keys. “Player 1” And “Player 2” Buttons In the VS Battle games, each player must press their button when it is their turn to play. The players must press the buttons P l a y e r 1 , for the first player, and P l a y e r 2 , for the second player, alternately during game play.
-38- Cleaning The device does not generally require any cleaning. Caution! The notebook does not contain any serviceable or cleanable parts. Ensure the device does not become dirty. Do not use solvents, corrosive or aerosol detergent to clean. Clean the housing where necessary using a slightly moistened cloth. Ensure that no moisture penetrates the device. Unplug the toy from the mains adapter before cleaning.
-39- Do You Need More Help? If the above suggestions did not solve your problem please contact the MEDION Help Desk on 1300 884 987.
-40- After Sales Support TEL: 1300 884 987 WEB Support: www.medion.com.
86338 Aldi AUS RC1 Cover.FH11 Fri Nov 05 11:39:00 2010 Seite 1 C M Y CM MY CY CMY K Early Learning Notebook MEDION® P84000 (MD 86338) MEDION Australia Pty Ltd St. Leonards NSW 2065 Australia 02/11 MEDION Help Desk 1300 884 987 Schwarz australia@medion.com www.medion.com.
