LITTLE SMART LAPTOP USER’S MANUAL © VTECH Printed in China 91-01339-002
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.
INTRODUCTION The VTECH® LITTLE SMART Big Top™ Laptop learning toy is filled with fun, imaginative and role-play features. Twelve fun-filled activities will introduce your child to diverse traditional curriculum.
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 child’s safety. BATTERY INSTALLATION 1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit. Use a coin or screwdriver to loosen the screw. 3. Install 3 new “AA” (UM-3/LR6) batteries following the diagram inside the battery box. (The use of new alkaline batteries is recommended for maximum performance.) 4.
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 equipment when the unit will not be used for an extended period of time. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries. The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
TO BEGIN PLAY 1. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON once to turn the learning toy on. You will hear “C’mon, circus friends” followed by a cheering sound effect. 2. Press the ON/OFF BUTTON a second time to turn the learning toy off. You will hear “That’s a five-star performance” followed by a clapping sound effect. 3. Slide the ACTIVITY SELECTOR up and down to choose one of four modes. 4. Turn one of the TURNING PAGES to select an activity. 5 32100IM3.
5. Press the NUMBER/SHAPE BUTTONS to identify the numbers/shapes. The corresponding animation will be shown on the LCD screen. 6. Press the HELP BUTTON to hear the answer identified. 7. Press the REPEAT BUTTON to hear the previous phrase or question repeated. 8. Press the ENTER BUTTON on the mouse’s nose to confirm an answer. 6 32100IM3.
9. Press the MOUSE EARS to move the cursor on the LCD screen left or right. Press the left mouse ear to move the cursor left or press the right mouse ear to move the cursor right. 10.Spin the ROLLER BALL on the keyboard to move the cursor on the LCD screen up or down. Spin the roller ball up to move the cursor up or spin the roller ball down to move the cursor down. ACTIVITIES Mode 1 Page 1. Odd One Out Three objects will appear on the LCD screen. You will be asked which item does not belong.
Page 2. Feed the Dolphin Try to insert the small fish into the dolphin’s mouth. You will have three chances to feed the dolphin. If you succeed, the dolphin will eat the fish and do a trick. If you do not succeed, a negative animation will appear and a new game will begin. To control the dolphin, press the buttons either left or right on the mouse. Page 3. Singin’ with the Sea Band Select from ten different melodies by pressing the ten number buttons. The melodies include: 1. National Emblem March 2.
Mode 2 Page 1. Shape Juggler Press a shape button to hear a shape or number identified. For example, when you press the star button once, you will hear “I’m juggling the star.” When you press the star a second time, you will hear “I’m juggling the five.” Page 2. Create a Clown When entering this activity, you will see a shape representing a clown’s head. Look through the options of various shaped heads by pressing the left and right cursor buttons on the mouse.
Page 3. Tip Toe Tightrope Follow the ringmaster’s directions! For example, the ringmaster will say “2,5,7.” Use the number buttons to press the correct numbers. If you press the numbers in the right order, an additional number will be added to the list. If you answer incorrectly three times, the answer will be identified. MODE 3 Page 1. Nutty Numbers An addition or subtraction equation will appear on the upper portion of the LCD screen. Several numbers will appear on the lower part of the LCD screen.
Page 3. Beginning Letters Two objects will appear on the LCD screen. The learning toy will then ask what object begins with a corresponding letter. For example, a shoe and a tiger will appear on the LCD screen. The toy will then ask “What object begins with T?” If you answer correctly, a positive phrase will be heard and a positive animation will appear. If you answer incorrectly three times, an encouraging phrase will be heard and the answer will be identified. MODE 4 Page 1.
Page 2. Put in Place Three cards will be shown on the LCD screen, each containing a different scene. Put the cards in the right order by using the left or right cursor buttons. Press the enter button to confirm your answer. Page 3. Shape Mania A shape will appear on the left-hand side of the LCD screen, then three shapes will appear on the right-hand side of the LCD screen. Try to match the shape on the left-hand side of the screen to the shape found on the right.
IMPORTANT NOTE Creating and developing preschool products 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., or 1-800-267-7377 in Canada, or 01235-546810 in the U.K.
