VTech DESKPRO 91-XXXXX-00X User Manual

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DeskPro
© 2005 VTech
Printed in China
91-xxxxx-00x

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual DeskPro ™ © 2005 VTech Printed in China 91-xxxxx-00x...
  • Page 2 We hope to VTech help your child discover that “It’s Cool to be Smart!” Sincerely, ® Your Friends at VTech To learn more about the Electronic Learning Series and other VTech ® toys, visit www.vtechkids.com...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTech ® DeskPro™ learning computer. The DeskPro™ learning computer puts learning fun right on your desk top! 100 fun, arcade-style activities cover all the school skills you need, like English, math, social studies, science, and even Spanish. Plus, the neat Artificial Intelligence feature keeps track of...
  • Page 4: Getting Started

    BATTERY INSTALLATION The DeskPro™ operates on 4 “AA” size batteries (UM-3/ ® LR6) or a VTech 9V adaptor (sold separately). 1. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 2. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it.
  • Page 5 • Remove batteries from the toy if it will not be used for an extended period of time. AC-DC ADAPTOR ® Use a VTech adaptor or any other standard adaptor that complies with EN61558 DC 9V 300mA center-positive adaptor. CONNECTION 1.
  • Page 6: Product Features

    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: 1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2.
  • Page 7 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.
  • Page 8 UTILITIES Press this button to choose a utility from the Utilities menu. PROGRESS REPORT Press this key to see how you’re doing in every subject. INTELLI-CHALLENGE Press this button to enter the Intelli-Challenge Mode. The DeskPro™ will pick activities for you based on how you’ve done in the past. Choose from Fun Mode or Challenge Mode.
  • Page 9 FUNCTION KEYS Esc Key: Press this key to exit the current activity. Level Key: Press this key to choose a level of difficulty (easy, medium or hard). Caps Lock Key: Press this key to type capital letters. Press it again to type lowercase letters.
  • Page 10 ACTIVITIES The DeskPro™ includes a total of 100 activities. Index Main Menu Word Math & Logic Social Studies Sub-Menu Curriculum Clever Clues Vocabulary Meaning Match Vocabulary Secret Word Vocabulary Grammar Word Memory Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Pixellation Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Snake Spelling Word Quiz Vocabulary...
  • Page 11 Science U.S. Geography Smart Scramble World History U.S. History World Geography U.S. Geography Pixel Power World History U.S. History World Geography U.S. Geography Culture Clues World History U.S. History World Geography U.S. Geography Pick-a-Match World History U.S. History World Geography U.S.
  • Page 12 Quiz Show Utilities Foreign Language 100. Adventure Bug Dodger Hidden Game Clue Combo Mix it Up Matching Mix Mix it Up Mystery Medley Mix it Up Pixel Mix Mix it Up Trivia Jumble Mix it Up Typing Tutor Scramble Mix Mix it Up Word Guess Your Word...
  • Page 13 WORD CLEVER CLUES Brush up 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.
  • Page 14 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 signs that complete the equation. Click to quit and start with a new question.
  • Page 15 or the Space Bar to pass the turn to your opponent. Try not to pop the last balloon! Note: Press the Player button to choose 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 the other player SOCIAL STUDIES SECRET SPACES...
  • Page 16 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.
  • Page 17 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 correct order to make a word.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 PERSONAL PROFILE Personalize your DeskPro™ by storing information about yourself in the Personal Profile. You can choose a picture to represent you, and enter your name, telephone number , birthday and e-mail address MUSIC COMPOSER Let your musical talents show! Music Composer lets you use your DeskPro™...
  • Page 20: Care And Maintenance

    LANGUAGE QUIZ Test your Spanish smarts! Use your mouse to choose the correct answer from the three given choices. PIXEL PICKER See how many Spanish words you can remember. Type in the correct word before the answer fades in. MYSTERY WORD Let’s stretch your Spanish spelling ability.
  • Page 21: Other Info

    VTech Electronics North America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this handbook. VTech America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties that may arise through the use of this software. VTech L.L.C.
  • Page 22: Fcc Notice

    Copyright(c) 2003 VTech and the VTech ® logo are registered trademarks of VTech ® VTech Electronics North America, L.L.C. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Electronics North America, L.L.C. All Rights Reserved. VTech ® ® DeskPro™ is trademark of...

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