VTech Hand-Held Video Game manual

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Go to page of

A good user manual

The rules should oblige the seller to give the purchaser an operating instrucion of VTech Hand-Held Video Game, along with an item. The lack of an instruction or false information given to customer shall constitute grounds to apply for a complaint because of nonconformity of goods with the contract. In accordance with the law, a customer can receive an instruction in non-paper form; lately graphic and electronic forms of the manuals, as well as instructional videos have been majorly used. A necessary precondition for this is the unmistakable, legible character of an instruction.

What is an instruction?

The term originates from the Latin word „instructio”, which means organizing. Therefore, in an instruction of VTech Hand-Held Video Game one could find a process description. An instruction's purpose is to teach, to ease the start-up and an item's use or performance of certain activities. An instruction is a compilation of information about an item/a service, it is a clue.

Unfortunately, only a few customers devote their time to read an instruction of VTech Hand-Held Video Game. A good user manual introduces us to a number of additional functionalities of the purchased item, and also helps us to avoid the formation of most of the defects.

What should a perfect user manual contain?

First and foremost, an user manual of VTech Hand-Held Video Game should contain:
- informations concerning technical data of VTech Hand-Held Video Game
- name of the manufacturer and a year of construction of the VTech Hand-Held Video Game item
- rules of operation, control and maintenance of the VTech Hand-Held Video Game item
- safety signs and mark certificates which confirm compatibility with appropriate standards

Why don't we read the manuals?

Usually it results from the lack of time and certainty about functionalities of purchased items. Unfortunately, networking and start-up of VTech Hand-Held Video Game alone are not enough. An instruction contains a number of clues concerning respective functionalities, safety rules, maintenance methods (what means should be used), eventual defects of VTech Hand-Held Video Game, and methods of problem resolution. Eventually, when one still can't find the answer to his problems, he will be directed to the VTech service. Lately animated manuals and instructional videos are quite popular among customers. These kinds of user manuals are effective; they assure that a customer will familiarize himself with the whole material, and won't skip complicated, technical information of VTech Hand-Held Video Game.

Why one should read the manuals?

It is mostly in the manuals where we will find the details concerning construction and possibility of the VTech Hand-Held Video Game item, and its use of respective accessory, as well as information concerning all the functions and facilities.

After a successful purchase of an item one should find a moment and get to know with every part of an instruction. Currently the manuals are carefully prearranged and translated, so they could be fully understood by its users. The manuals will serve as an informational aid.

Table of contents for the manual

  • Page 1

    [...]

  • Page 2

    Dear Parent, VTech ® , with the introduction of our V.SMILE POCKET ™ , offers parents a fun, healthy alternative to the world of hand-held video games. We know that children enjoy the “big kid” feeling that comes with owning one’s very own hand-held system, and we also understand parents’ reluctance to put these toys into their children?[...]

  • Page 3

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the VTech ® V.SMILE POCKET ™ ! This unique hand held video game devic e was created especi ally for young players. With the VTech ® V.SMILE POCKET ™ , children can play exciting, educational games on the go, or plug the V.SMILE POCKET ™ directly into a TV for great at-home play. Either way, children wil[...]

  • Page 4

    PRODUCT FEA TURES “ON” Button Press this button to turn the unit ON. “OFF” Button Press this button to turn the unit OFF. Always do this before removing a Smartridge™. LCD indicator Light flashes on when the unit is turned on. TV indicator Light appears when the unit is connected to the TV screen and the unit is turned ON. FUNCTION JACKS [...]

  • Page 5

    EXIT Button Press this button to exit or pause a game. HELP Button Pre ss this butt on to hea r helpf ul hin ts in cer tai n ga mes. Smartridge™ slot Slide in Smartridge™ here for game and activity play. NOTE: Do not hold the unit by the Smartridge™ as it may cause the unit to become disconnected. DIRECTION AND ENTER BUTTON LEFT/RIGHT REVERSE[...]

  • Page 6

    BATTERY NOTICE • Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. • Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision. • Do not mix differ ent types of batteri es. Do not mix n ew and used batteries. • Only use batteries of the recommended or equivalent type. • Always insert batteries properly matching the plus (+) a[...]

  • Page 7

    6 GETTING ST ARTED CONNECTING TO A TV • Make sure the unit and TV are turned OFF. • Slide a Smartridge™ firmly down into the slot located on the back of the unit, matching the label on the Smartridge™ with LCD screen facing out, to assure that it is inserted correctly as shown in the diagram. • Connect the purple AV cable plug to the TV j[...]

  • Page 8

    CARE & MAINTENANCE 1. Keep your V.SMILE POCKET ™ 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. 3. Remove the batteries when not using it for an extended period of time. 4. Avoid dropping it. Never try to dismantle it. 5. Always keep the V[...]

  • Page 9

    TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Reason Solution No LCD display but can hear sound After some time, the LCD will turn off Press any key and the LCD should display again. LCD display but with no sound Volume is turned down Adjust the volume control. The Headphone is connected Unplug headphones from the headphone jack. No LCD or sound but TV indicat[...]

  • Page 10

    OTHER INFO 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. VTec h® Electronics North America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties that may arise through th[...]

  • Page 11

    DEVELOPMENTAL BENEFITS Language Development & Phonics – Introduces the alphabet and letter sounds. Word Building – Expands vocabulary through age-appropriate words. Basic Math Skills – Enhances basic math skills, including counting, number identification and arithmetic. Discovery & Exploration – Two different learning modes height[...]

  • Page 12

    2004 © VTech Printed in China 91-02123-000 Expand your V.SMILE Smartridge™ Library with these great games for never-ending fun! Expand your V.SMILE Smartridge™ Library with these great games for never-ending fun! - Patterns & Logic - Music - Math Computation - Vocabulary - Time- T elling Skills - Spelling - Geography - Spelling - Problem S[...]