User’s Manual Deskpro 2003 © VTech Printed in China 91-01593-005
Dear Parent, At VTech® we know that every child has a unique set of strengths and interests. That’s why we created the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series - a sophisticated set of learning tools that track your child’s activity and respond by tailoring the learning experience specifically to your child’s needs. Every product in the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series actually keeps a record of your child’s performance, and adjusts the subjects and skill levels accordingly.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Deskpro learning aid. LCD Screen Caps Lock Light Reset Button On/Off Button CD-ROM Drive CD-ROM Eject Button Main Menu Button Adventure Button Utilities Button Progress Report Button Intelli-Challenge Button INTRODUCTION Your Deskpro is an electronic learning aid that challenges young minds with 100 activities in categories as diverse as English, math, languages, science, geography and history.
INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE - Deskpro learning product - Interactive light-up mouse - Mouse pad - 3 CDs - 4 “AA” sized batteries WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tabs are not part of this toy and should be discarded for your child’s safety. GETTING STARTED Before playing for the first time, be sure you have 2 “AA” sized backup batteries, in addition to the 4 “AA” sized batteries included with the unit.
NOTE: Replace with new, alkaline batteries. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.
BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION The Deskpro uses 2 additional “AA” sized batteries (not included) to save information you input. To avoid damage from leaky batteries, replace the batteries at least once a year. To replace the backup batteries: Make sure the unit is OFF. Locate the backup battery cover on the bottom of the unit. Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw on the battery cover. Insert 2 “AA” sized batteries as illustrated. Close the battery cover and tighten the screw to secure it.
ADVENTURE - EXPLORER QUEST Help our daring explorer find the treasure in the Room of the Scarab! The treasure is hidden deep underground in a cleverly designed tomb. Can you open the four locks and get into the Room of the Scarab? Enter the Explorer Quest by selecting it from the Main Menu, or by pressing the Adventure button on the keyboard.
UTILITIES Press this button to select a utility from the Utilities menu. PROGRESS REPORT Press this key to see how you’re doing in every subject. Press this button to enter the Intelli-Challenge Mode. Our Intelli-System, which keeps track of your progress in every subject, will pick activities for you, based on how you’ve done in the past. Choosing Fun Mode will give you activities you’ve done particularly well in, or have played most often.
Esc Key: Press this key to exit the current activity. Level Key: Press this key to select an activity’s level of difficulty (easy, medium or hard). Caps Lock Key: Press this key to type capital letters. Press it again to type lowercase letters. Shift Key: Press this key to capitalize letters. This key can also access the alternate function of another key, when both are pressed at the same time. Status Key: Press Shift and Status to get the status of the current game.
ACTIVITIES The Deskpro includes a total of 100 activities. Index Main Menu Sub-Menu Curriculum 1. Clever Clues Vocabulary 2. Meaning Match Vocabulary 3. Secret Word Word Vocabulary Grammar 5. Word Memory Vocabulary 6. Grammar 7. Spelling 8. 9. Pixellation Vocabulary Grammar 10. Spelling Snake Spelling 11. Word Quiz Vocabulary 12. Grammar 13. Word Whack-O Spelling 14. What’s Missing? Spelling 15. Word Scramble Vocabulary Dial-a-Sign Basic Math 17.
U.S. Geography 33. Smart Scramble World History 34. U.S. History 35. World Geography 36. U.S. Geography 37. Pixel Power World History 38. U.S. History 39. World Geography 40. U.S. Geography 41. Culture Clues World History 42. U.S. History 43. World Geography 44. U.S. Geography 45. Pick-a-Match World History 46. U.S. History 47. World Geography 48. U.S. Geography 49. Science Science Scramble 50. 51. 52.
Quiz Show Bug Dodger Hidden Game 68. Clue Combo Mix it Up 69. Matching Mix Mix it Up 70. Mystery Medley Mix it Up 71. Pixel Mix Mix it Up 72. Trivia Jumble Mix it Up 73. Typing Tutor 74. Scramble Mix 75. Word Guess - 76. Your Word - 77. Number Guess - 78. Your Number - 79. Soundalike - 80. Name That Tune - 81. Mix it Up Match Box - Progress Report - 83. Word Processor - 84. Calculator - 85. Phone Book - 86. Saving Calculator - 87.
WORD CLEVER CLUES Improve your vocabulary with this game. Guess the correct answer to the hidden word, based on given clues. Hurry, before time is up! MEANING MATCH Use the clue to find the answers. You can choose the answer by using the mouse, by pressing the Enter key, or by using the arrow keys and pressing Enter. A clue is given and a number of blanks appear on the screen. Try to guess the secret word by typing letters on the keyboard. You have 5 chances to answer each question.
MATH & LOGIC DIAL-A-SIGN Follow the signs! You will see a string of numbers with some dials between them. Turn the dials by using the mouse or the up and down arrow keys. Choose the right signs that complete the equation. Click to quit and start with a new question. WHICH SIGN? Beat the clock to find the right sign! Complete the equation by using the mouse or arrow keys to choose the correct sign. Don’t let the snake eat the wrong number! Use the arrow keys to control the snake and complete the equation.
balloons per turn. When you’re done, click or the Space Bar to pass the turn to your opponent. Don’t pop the last balloon, or you lose! Note: Press the Player button to select two-player mode. Your friend (he or she can select the picture) You (the picture saved in your Personal Profile) Press here to pass the turn to your opponent SECRET SPACES Answer the history or geography question by using the keyboard. Press the Repeat key to get the clue again. You have 5 chances.
SCIENCE QUIZ Build your science vocabulary. Quickly choose the answer out of the three choices by using the mouse or the arrow keys. You can also type the number of your choice on the keyboard. PIXEL PRESTO Learn about science in this game. Type the answer before it magically appears on the screen. CLUE CRACKER SCIENCE SOLVER Explore the world you live in! You will be given a clue to a science term - see if you can type the answer. Press the Repeat key to see the clue again.
TYPING TUTOR Get your typing skills in shape! Words will scroll out from right to left - type the whole word before it reaches the other side of the screen. SCRAMBLE MIX All subjects are fair game! Use the mouse to choose the letters in the right order to make a word. You can also type in the letters directly from the keyboard.
WORD PROCESSOR It’s your first word processor! With this activity, you can do your homework or write secret notes. Save your document by pressing the Save key from the keyboard or clicking the Save icon on the screen. Click a folder icon to find a file you saved. Note: You can only save one file at a time, and save up to three files in all. New Save CALCULATOR This is an eight-digit calculator for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Use the mouse to click on the on-screen numbers.
PERSONAL PROFILE Personalize your Deskpro by storing information about yourself in the Personal Profile. You can select a picture , birthday to represent you, and enter your name, telephone number and e-mail address . Let your musical talents show! Music Composer lets you use your Deskpro keyboard or mouse to create your own song. Using the function icon at the bottom, you can create a new song, edit an existing song or save changes to a song.
LANGUAGE QUIZ Test your Spanish smarts! Use your mouse to choose the correct answer from the three given choices. PIXEL PICKER MYSTERY WORD Let’s stretch your Spanish spelling ability. Type in the answer before your five chances are up. SNEAKY SNAKE Feed the snake with the correct missing letter, in order to complete the Spanish word. CARE & MAINTENANCE 1. Keep your Deskpro clean by wiping it with a SLIGHTLY damp cloth. Never use solvents or abrasives. 2.
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FCC NOTICE: This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy. It must be installed and used properly, In accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Otherwise, it 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 specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.
