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We thank you for trusting with the ® VTech important job of helping your child learn and succeed! Sincerely, Your Friends at ® VTech ® To learn more about the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series and other VTech toys, visit www.vtechkids.com...
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INTRODUCTION ® Thank you for purchasing the VTech Deskpro learning aid. 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. ® As a member of the VTech Artificial Intelligence Learning™...
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.
Do not use more batteries than recommended; • 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.
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.
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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. INTELLI-CHALLENGE 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.
FUNCTION KEYS 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.
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ACTIVITIES The Deskpro includes a total of 100 activities. Index Main Menu Sub-Menu Curriculum Word Clever Clues Vocabulary Meaning Match Vocabulary Secret Word Vocabulary Grammar Word Memory Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Pixellation Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Snake Spelling Word Quiz Vocabulary Grammar Word Whack-O Spelling What’s Missing?
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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. Geography Science Science Scramble Life Science...
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Quiz Show 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 Number Guess Your Number...
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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.
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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.
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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 SOCIAL STUDIES...
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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.
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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.
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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 Save three files in all.
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PERSONAL PROFILE Personalize your Deskpro by storing information about yourself in the Personal Profile. You can select 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 keyboard or mouse to create your own song.
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.
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 Electronics North 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.
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripherals or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules. COPYRIGHT NOTICES: Copyright(c) 2003 VTech ® Electronics North America, L.L.C. All Rights Reserved. VTech ® ® ® ®...
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