Dear Parent: At VTECH ® we know that a child has the ability to do great things. That’s why all of our electronic learning products are uniquely designed to develop a child’s mind and allow them to learn to the best of their ability. Whether it’s learning about letters, numbers, geography or algebra, all VTECH ® learning products incorporate advanced technologies and extensive curriculum to encourage children of all ages to reach their potential.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION .......................................................... 1 POWER SOURCE ........................................................ 1 BATTERY INSTALLATION ............................................. 2 AC ADAPTOR CONNECTION ..................................... 2 MOUSE CONNECTION ............................................... 3 MOUSE OVERVIEW ............................................................ 3 MOUSE MAINTENANCE ......................................................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTECH® Monster AcademyTM learning toy! We at VTECH® are committed to providing the highest quality products to entertain and educate your child. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in the U.S. or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada. Monster AcademyTM features a large, clear LCD screen that displays hundreds of animated pictures and a friendly monster voice that actively encourages children.
BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit and open it. 3. Insert 4 “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated. (The use of new, alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.) 4. Replace 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 rechargeable batteries. • Do not use batteries of different types.
NOTE: If for some reason the program/activity stops working, it of the adaptor connection. Please follow these steps: 1. Please turn the unit off and unplug the adaptor for 2. Reinsert the adaptor plug into the adaptor jack. 3. Turn the unit ON. If the problem persists, it may be the result of the adaptor’s wiring contact our Consumer Services Department at 1-800-521-2010 in 267-7377 in Canada. may be the result 15 seconds. or the unit. Please the U.S.
VOLUME SWITCH Adjust the volume by sliding the Volume Switch to the right to raise the volume and to the left to lower the volume. CONTRAST SWITCH Adjust the image on the screen by sliding the Contrast Switch to the right for higher contrast and to the left for lower contrast. AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF If there is no input into the VTECH® Monster AcademyTM learning toy for about 8 minutes, the learning toy will automatically shut itself off to save power.
LURKING LETTERS BUTTON LURKING LETTERS There are plenty of letter and word activities lurking in Monster Academy™. To get them started, press the Lurking Letters button at any time when the learning toy is on. MISCHIEVOUS MATH BUTTON MISCHIEVOUS MATH Do you think that math can be tricky? It’s not tricky! It’s just being a little mischievous. Join the games to make yourself a master of mathematics. Press the Mischievous Math button at any time to start.
THE KEYBOARD The Monster AcademyTM learning toy has a full alphanumeric QWERTY hard-key keyboard. LETTER KEYS Use the Letter keys when inputting answers for word-related activities. The QWERTY layout will familiarize your child with the standard computer keyboard and typewriter. NUMBER KEYS Use the Number keys when inputting the answers in number-related activities.
