User’s Manual Slimline Notebook 2003 © VTech Printed in China 91-01592-006
Dear Parent, At VTech® we know that every child has a unique set of strengths and interests. That’s why we created the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series - a sophisticated set of learning tools that track your child’s activity and respond by tailoring the learning experience specifically to your child’s needs. Every product in the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Series actually keeps a record of your child’s performance, and adjusts the subjects and skill levels accordingly.
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTech® Slimline Notebook learning aid. LCD Screen PC Connection Button Cartridge Button On/Off Button Volume/ Contrast Button Interactive Light-Up Mouse INTRODUCTION 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.
INSTRUCTIONS & ACTIVITIES INCLUDED IN THIS PACKAGE - Slimline Notebook learning product - Interactive light-up mouse - Mouse pad - Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Desktop Software CD-ROM - PC Connection cable - 3 bonus activity cartridges - 4 “AA” sized batteries WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tabs are not part of this toy and should be discarded for your child’s safety.
1. 2. 3. 4. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. Locate the battery cover on the bottom of the unit and open it. Insert 4 new “AA” batteries (UM-3/LR6) as illustrated. Close the battery cover. NOTE: Replace with new, alkaline batteries. RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED.
NOTICE TO PARENTS Regularly examine the adaptor, checking for damage to the cord, plug, transformer or other parts. Do not use the adaptor if there is any damage to it. BACKUP BATTERY INSTALLATION The Slimline Notebook 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. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make sure the unit is OFF. Locate the backup battery cover on the bottom of the unit.
• 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 Enter the Explorer Quest by selecting it from the Main Menu, or by pressing the Adventure button on the keyboard.
Press this button twice to change the darkness or lightness of the screen. Use the “+” or “-” buttons on the keyboard, or click the left/right arrow on the screen by using the mouse. Press this button a third time to turn the background music ON or OFF. Press this button a fourth time to exit. You can also press the Esc key to exit. Press this button to enter the Intelli-Challenge Mode.
CA RTRIDGE CARTRIDGE BUTTON How to insert a cartridge: 1. Make sure the unit is OFF. 2. Insert a cartridge, with the label facing up, into the cartridge slot. 3. Turn the unit ON. 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.
Press this key to capitalize letters. This key can also access the alternate function of another key, when both are pressed at the same time. Status Key: Press Shift and Status to get the status of the current game. Help Key: Press this key to see instructions for an activity. Repeat Key: Press this key to repeat an instruction or a question. Hint Key: Press this key to get helpful hints about the activity you’re playing. Your score will be reduced if this key is pressed.
CONNECTING TO YOUR COMPUTER BY USING THE PC CONNECTION CABLE The PC Connection cable connects your VTech® learning product to your computer so your Slimline Notebook can exchange information with the computer by using the Artificial Intelligence Learning™ Desktop Software. 1. Turn off your computer. 2. Plug the serial connection of the PC Connection cable into an available serial port on the back of your computer. 3. Make sure the unit is turned OFF. 4.
ACTIVITIES The Slimline Notebook includes a total of 105 activities. Index Main Menu Sub-Menu Curriculum 1. Spelling Catch Spelling 2. Clever Clues Vocabulary 3. Meaning Match Vocabulary 4. Secret Word Vocabulary Word Grammar 6. Word Memory Vocabulary 7. Grammar 8. Spelling 9. 10. Pixellation Vocabulary Grammar 11. Spelling Snake Spelling 12. Word Quiz Vocabulary 14. Word Whack-O Spelling 15. What’s Missing? Spelling 16. Word Scramble Vocabulary 13. 17.
World Trivia World History 32. U.S. History 33. World Geography 34. U.S. Geography 35. Smart Scramble World History 36. U.S. History 37. World Geography 38. U.S. Geography 39. Pixel Power World History 40. U.S. History 41. World Geography 42. U.S. Geography 43. Culture Clues World History 44. U.S. History 45. World Geography 46. U.S. Geography 47. Pick-a-Match World History 48. U.S. History 49. World Geography 50. U.S. Geography 51. Science Science Scramble 52.
67. Physical Science 69. Earth and Space Quiz Show Bug Dodger Hidden Game 70. Clue Combo Mix it Up 71. Matching Mix Mix it Up 72. Mystery Medley Mix it Up 73. Pixel Mix Mix it Up 74. Trivia Jumble Mix it Up 75. Typing Tutor - 76. Scramble Mix 77. Word Guess - 78. Your Word - 79. Number Guess - 80. Your Number - 81. Soundalike - 82. Name That Tune - 83. Mix it Up Match Box - Progress Report - 85. Word Processor - 86. Calculator - 87. Phone Book - 88.
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 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. CLEVER CLUES Improve your vocabulary with this game.
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. Type the letters in the right order to unscramble the word. Click to quit and start with a new question.
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. Note: Press the Player button to select two-player mode. BALLOON BLOW OUT Note: Press the Player button to select two-player mode.
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. Press Enter when you’re done. Build your science vocabulary. Quickly choose the answer out of the three choices by using the mouse or the arrow keys.
PIXEL MIX Type in the answer as quickly as you can before it fades in. The subject will be a surprise! TRIVIA JUMBLE Test your knowledge of science, history, geography, vocabulary and even grammar. Choose the right answer from three choices, by using the mouse or the arrow keys and pressing Enter. You can also type the number of the choice on the keyboard.
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. It’s your first word processor! With this activity, you can do your homework or write secret notes.
Pen Stamp Border Eraser Folder BOOKMARK 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. Personalize your Slimline Notebook by storing your personal information in the Personal Profile.
THINK FAST Brush up on your Spanish! You will be given seven pairs of words to remember. Match the correct words to each other before your time is up. DOWNLOAD New activities can be downloaded from the VTech® website through the PC Connection. Once you download the new activities, they will be stored under this sub-menu. Please note that all activities will be replaced by the new downloaded activities each time. ABOUT YOUR LAPTOP This utility gives you information about the Slimline Notebook.
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” on the left side of the keyboard. • If you are still having problems, visit our website at www.vtechkids.com for troubleshooting tips.
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