User manual VTECH POWER ZONE 2000

[. . . ] USER'S MANUAL ® Dear Parent: At VTech® we know that a child has the ability to do great things. That's why all of our electronic learning products are uniquely designed to develop a child's mind and allow them to learn to the best of their ability. Whether it's learning about letters, numbers, geography or algebra, all VTech® learning products incorporate advanced technologies and extensive curriculum to encourage children of all ages to reach their potential. When it comes to providing interactive products that enlighten, entertain and develop minds, at VTech® we see the potential in every child. 40 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 MOUSE CONNECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] NOTE: One number can be used only once in a game. MAGIC 24 4 numbers and 6 mathematics signs [+ - x ÷ ( )] will appear. You are expected to use each number and a mathematics sign to create a total of 24. A number can be used only once, but a mathematics sign can be used many times. THIS TO THAT In the two lower levels, a question about converting units of measurement will appear. In the two higher levels, a written question about converting units of measurement will appear. Choose the correct answer from multiple choices and then press the Enter key. 15 FRACTION ACTION In this activity, a question involving fractions will appear on the screen. Input the correct answer using the number keys and then press the Enter key. By pressing the help key, you lose one chance to answer the question. NUMBER PATTERNS In this activity, you will see a sequence of numbers related in some way. You must figure out the pattern and input the answer using the number keys. Press the Enter key to confirm your answer. MATH CHALLENGE In this activity, the unit will challenge you with random questions from Time Out!, Sum It Up, Minus Madness, Multiplication, Division and This to That. You need to select the answer from multiple choice or type in 1, 2 or 3 for the answer. In all four levels, the questions will be in multiple choice format. TRIVIA CHALLENGE UNDERSEA LIFE This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of undersea life. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse to choose the correct answer. Press the Enter key or the left mouse button to confirm your answer, or typing in 1, 2 or 3 to answer directly. ANIMAL LIFE This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of animal life. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse to choose the correct answer. Press the Enter key or the left mouse button to confirm your answer, or type in 1, 2 or 3 to answer directly. ENTERTAINMENT This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of TV shows, movies and music. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse for the correct answer. Press the Enter key or the left mouse button to confirm your answer, or type in 1, 2 or 3 to answer directly. 16 MYSTERY EVENTS This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of a variety of mysterious and unexplained events. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse for the correct answer. Press the Enter key or the left mouse button to confirm your answer, or type in 1, 2 or 3 to answer directly. TECHNOLOGY This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of technology and inventions. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse for the correct answer. Press the Enter key or the left mouse button to confirm your answer, or type in 1, 2 or 3 to answer directly. SPACE DISCOVERY This challenging trivia game tests your knowledge of space discovery and astronomy. You can select your answer by pressing Up/Down key or by using the mouse for the correct answer. [. . . ] You may select a type of screen saver and set the time to start the screen saver. · Bubble This allows you to set the bubble text ON or OFF by clicking the ON/OFF icon. · Mouse Pointer This allows you to select a different type of mouse pointer. · Message Scroll Speed This allows you to adjust the message scroll speed in the unit. HOW TO USE AN EXPANSION CARTRIDGE The VTECH® Power ZoneTM 2000 learning aid offers optional expansion cartridges. [. . . ]