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Slimline Notebook
2003 © VTech
Printed in China
91-01592-006

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Slimline Notebook 2003 © VTech Printed in China 91-01592-006...
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing the VTech Slimline Notebook learning aid. Your Slimline Notebook is an electronic learning aid that challenges young minds with 105 activities in categories as diverse as English, math, languages, science, geography and history. In addition, our new Intelli-System feature will keep track of your child’s progress, and tailor the learning accordingly.

  • Page 4: Included In This Package

    Use the mouse only on a clean, flat surface so that the roller ball is not damaged and the ® cursor moves freely across the screen. Use only a mouse that is compatible with VTech products. 1. Make sure the unit is OFF.
  • 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

    In Fun Mode, the Intelli-System picks activities that you play often, or do very well in. In Challenge Mode, the Intelli-System picks activities that are more challenging for you. 2. PLAY MODES In the Slimline Notebook, you can choose from 3 different modes of play and learning:...

  • Page 7: General Buttons

    • Menu Mode • Adventure • Intelli-Challenge MENU MODE Pick the games and subjects you want to explore! How about Word games? Math games? Or would you like Social Studies or Science? Check out the Main Menu to get started. 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.
  • Page 8 UTILITIES BUTTON Press this button to select a utility from the Utilities menu. PROGRESS REPORT BUTTON Press this key to see how you’re doing in every subject. PC CONNECTION BUTTON Press this button to connect your Slimline Notebook to a PC.

  • Page 9: Keyboard Layout

    4. Press the Cartridge button on the keyboard to start the activity on the cartridge. 4. KEYBOARD LAYOUT Your Slimline Notebook has a full alphanumerical keyboard that doubles as a music keyboard. You will also find the function keys described below: CURSOR PAD You can control the mouse cursor with your fingers, by touching the cursor pad on the keyboard.

  • Page 10: Automatic Shut-Off

    Slimline Notebook will not be used for an extended period of time. PC CONNECTION Your Slimline Notebook has the ability to link to a computer and exchange files with it. In order to use this function, you must install the special PC Connection software provided with your unit.
  • Page 11 Your PC Connection cable requires a dedicated serial port (COM1 or COM2). If you are unsure of the exact location of the serial port, refer to the manual supplied with your computer. Any programs sharing the serial port must be closed in order for the VTech ®...
  • Page 12 ACTIVITIES The Slimline Notebook includes a total of 105 activities. Index Main Menu Sub-Menu Curriculum Word Spelling Catch Spelling Clever Clues Vocabulary Meaning Match Vocabulary Secret Word Vocabulary Grammar Word Memory Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Pixellation Vocabulary Grammar Spelling Snake Spelling...
  • Page 13 World Trivia World History U.S. History World Geography 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.
  • Page 14 Physical Science Earth and Space 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...
  • Page 15 101. Pixel Picker Foreign Language 102. Letter Lander Foreign Language 103. Mystery Word Foreign Language 104. Sneaky Snake Foreign Language 105. Adventure Explorer Quest WORD SPELLING CATCH Stretch your spelling ability! A word with a missing letter appears at the top of the screen. Catch the letter that completes the word, by moving the platform with the left and right arrow keys or the mouse.
  • Page 16 WHAT’S MISSING? Boost your spelling knowledge. Type the letter or letters that complete all three words on the screen. Press Enter when you have found an answer. WORD SCRAMBLE Can you follow the clues? A bunch of scrambled letters appears on the screen after the clue is shown.
  • Page 17 Note: Press the Player button to select two-player mode. DOTS & BOXES This is a two-player game. You can play against the machine or against a friend. Take turns connecting dots with a line. For every box you make, you get an extra turn. The player who makes the most boxes wins.
  • Page 18 SCIENCE SCIENCE SCRAMBLE Spell the science words. Use the mouse to pick the letters in the right order. You can also type the letters on the keyboard. Hurry, before the time is up! MAKE A MATCH How much do you know about science? Race the clock to choose the right answer. You can use the mouse or the arrow keys to select the word.
  • Page 19 Can you guess the name of the song? MATCH BOX Your Slimline Notebook challenges you to a game of strategy. Use the mouse to move blocks around, to match blocks that look the same. When you move the same-patterned blocks together, they will disappear. How many steps will it take you to clear the board?
  • Page 20 UTILITIES PROGRESS REPORT This function shows you how well you are doing in every subject. You can also jump right to an activity by clicking on a particular subject’s progress report. In this way, you can work on subjects that need the most practice. You can even upload the info from your Progress Report to your PC, to keep for your records.

  • Page 21: Personal Profile

    You can access your favorite activity directly by customizing the F1 to F13 function keys. This utility will allow you to assign any activity (except Bookmark, Progress Report, Bug Dodger, Download, About Slimline Notebook and cartridge activities) to each of the 13 buttons.

  • Page 22: Care And Maintenance

    Feed the snake with the correct missing letter, in order to complete the Spanish word. CARE & MAINTENANCE 1. Keep your Slimline Notebook clean by wiping it with a SLIGHTLY damp cloth. Never use solvents or abrasives. 2. Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from direct sources of heat.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If your Slimline Notebook stops working or doesn’t turn on • Check your batteries. Make sure the batteries are fresh and installed properly. • Insert the tip of a paper clip (or a similar object without a sharp tip) into the small hole labelled “RESET”...

  • Page 24: Disclaimer And Limitation Of Liability

    ® 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 ® Electronics North America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third ®...

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