VTech Electronics Limited 9148 User Manual
User’s Manua l
Thank you for purchasing the
VTech® V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Active Learning
System!
The
The
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Active Learning System is a unique video gaming system
created especially for younger players. With
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
, children can take off
on wonderful journeys to a variety of places such as an amusement park, a cartoon world,
or even a magical fairy tale land. As they explore these worlds, children absorb learning
concepts through creative gaming and adventure play. Each game universe features
child-directed play and hidden surprises, so that the adventure is never the same twice!
or even a magical fairy tale land. As they explore these worlds, children absorb learning
concepts through creative gaming and adventure play. Each game universe features
child-directed play and hidden surprises, so that the adventure is never the same twice!
The package contents
The package contents
•
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
Active Learning System console and User’s Manual
• One
Wireless Controller
• One
Wrist Strap
• One
V.LINK™ and V.LINK™ Manual
• One
Smartridge™ and Smartridge™ Manual
WARNING: All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets, wire ties and tags are
not part of this toy and should be discarded for your child’s safety.
User’s Manua l
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Console
• Make sure the unit is turned
OFF.
• Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit.
• Remove the battery cover and insert 4 X 1.5V AA LR6/AM-3
• Remove the battery cover and insert 4 X 1.5V AA LR6/AM-3
batteries as indicated in the diagram.
• Make sure battery cover is securely.
Notice: When the V.Smile® V-Motion
Notice: When the V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
is running on batteries,
you may see this icon
appear on right upper corner
of screen. This indicates that battery power is low, and you
should replace the batteries soon. Battery time remaining
once the icon first appears is approximately 10-30 minutes,
depending on the type of batteries in use. After that, the
console will show the low battery icon for 5 seconds as
indicated in the diagram, for 5 seconds, and then will turn
OFF automatically.
should replace the batteries soon. Battery time remaining
once the icon first appears is approximately 10-30 minutes,
depending on the type of batteries in use. After that, the
console will show the low battery icon for 5 seconds as
indicated in the diagram, for 5 seconds, and then will turn
OFF automatically.
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller
• Make sure the Wireless Controller is turned
OFF.
• Locate the battery cover on the back of the unit.
• Remove the screw of the battery cover with a screwdriver or a coin,
• Remove the screw of the battery cover with a screwdriver or a coin,
and insert 3 x 1.5V AAA AM4/LR03 batteries as indicated in the
diagram.
diagram.
• Make sure battery cover is securely attached with screws.
Notice: When the
Notice: When the
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller is low
battery life and 4 direction LED on the controller will blink
around 10-30 mintues then will turn OFF automatically.
around 10-30 mintues then will turn OFF automatically.
VTech® recommends high quality alkaline batteries for best
performance and longevity of battery.
Battery Notice
Battery Notice
• Install batteries correctly observing the polarity (+, -) signs to avoid leakage.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix batteries of different types: alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(Ni-Cd or Ni-MH).
• Remove the batteries from the equipment when the unit will not be used for an extended
period of time.
• Always remove exhausted batteries from the equipment.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
l
• Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are to be used.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES.
AC Adaptor
AC Adaptor
• Use a
VTech® 9V
300mA
AC/DC adaptor or a standard AC/DC adaptor
with equivalent specification.
• Make sure the unit is turned
OFF.
• Plug the power jack into the 9V DC socket at the back of the unit.
• Plug the AC adaptor into a wall socket.
NOTE: The use of an adaptor will override the batteries. When the toy is not going to
• Plug the AC adaptor into a wall socket.
NOTE: The use of an adaptor will override the batteries. When the toy is not going to
be in use for an extended period of time, unplug the adaptor.
Standard Guidelines for Adaptor Toys
Standard Guidelines for Adaptor Toys
• The toy is not intended for use by children under 3 years old.
• Only use the recommended adaptor with the toy.
• The transformer is not a toy.
• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid.
• Never use more than one adaptor.
• Do not leave the toy plugged-in for extended periods of time.
• Only use the recommended adaptor with the toy.
• The transformer is not a toy.
• Never clean a plugged-in toy with liquid.
• Never use more than one adaptor.
• Do not leave the toy plugged-in for extended periods of time.
NOTE: Before you connect the V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
Active Learning System to
a TV, check to make sure that the unit is working. Once you have turned the
unit
unit
ON, the power indicator light (ON/RESTART Button) should glow. If the
ON/RESTART Button does not glow, check to see that the adaptor is connected
correctly, or that the batteries are installed correctly. If the batteries are not
installed correctly, the
installed correctly, the
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
Active Learning System will
not function and damage to the unit could result. Make sure that your TV and
the unit are turned
the unit are turned
OFF before you begin making connections.
Connect the
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
Active Learning System to your TV or monitor
by plugging the colored cables on the unit into the matching color video and audio input
jacks on your TV set.
jacks on your TV set.
For TVs with stereo audio inputs:
- Connect the yellow plug on the
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
cable to
the yellow video input terminal on your TV.
- Connect the white and red plugs on the
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
cable to the white and red audio input terminals on your TV.
Yellow White Red
User’s Manual
GeTTiNG STArTed
PAreNT’S TV TiPS
A Healthy, Balanced “TV Diet”
By Dr. Helen Boehm
Television was long considered the “uninvited” guest in American households. However,
today many realistic and caring parents are partnering with television to create electronic
classrooms -- right in their own living rooms. They are no longer asking if children should
watch TV but, rather, which programs and on-screen activities should be part of their
children’s TV intake.
today many realistic and caring parents are partnering with television to create electronic
classrooms -- right in their own living rooms. They are no longer asking if children should
watch TV but, rather, which programs and on-screen activities should be part of their
children’s TV intake.
The same balanced and structured approach to developing healthy eating habits translates
to watching less, different and better television! This “TV diet” gives families a menu for
regulating children’s viewing, choosing “healthy” program content and reducing the quantity
and potency of television consumed.
to watching less, different and better television! This “TV diet” gives families a menu for
regulating children’s viewing, choosing “healthy” program content and reducing the quantity
and potency of television consumed.
So, what does a healthy, balanced “TV diet” look like?
A well-balanced diet is best…
Consider a healthy mixture of age-appropriate programming and activities that educate,
engage and entertain! A variety of viewing and interactive experiences can turn a TV
screen into an electronic classroom for learning and fun.
engage and entertain! A variety of viewing and interactive experiences can turn a TV
screen into an electronic classroom for learning and fun.
Trim the fat…
It is important to reduce children’s sedentary behavior and eliminate unhealthy programs
that contain violent, aggressive or disrespectful behaviors.
that contain violent, aggressive or disrespectful behaviors.
Move out of the candy store…
Parents are children’s first teachers and their most powerful role models. It is difficult
to improve children’s viewing when parents are modeling other TV viewing behaviors.
Consider adapting your own TV habits as a healthy example for your child.
to improve children’s viewing when parents are modeling other TV viewing behaviors.
Consider adapting your own TV habits as a healthy example for your child.
Plan menus and season to taste…
Whenever possible, eliminate channel surfing and encourage the viewing of specific,
pre-selected shows. The PG-TV ratings help parents make more informed selections
that take into account the content and age-appropriateness of programs. For example,
Y-7 shows are designed for children 7 and older who can distinguish between fact and
fantasy. A TV-Y7-FV rating indicates that “fantasy violence” is present in an episode of
an animated program.
pre-selected shows. The PG-TV ratings help parents make more informed selections
that take into account the content and age-appropriateness of programs. For example,
Y-7 shows are designed for children 7 and older who can distinguish between fact and
fantasy. A TV-Y7-FV rating indicates that “fantasy violence” is present in an episode of
an animated program.
Control couch potatoes…
CoNTeNTS
• PARENT’S TV TIPS
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1
•
INTRODuCTION
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3
The Package contents ..............................................................................
3
• PRODuCT FEATuRES
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4
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Console
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller
• GETTING STARTED
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5
Battery Installation .....................................................................................
5
Battery Notice ............................................................................................
6
AC Adaptor ................................................................................................
6
Standard Guidelines for Adaptor Toys .....................................................
6
Connecting to a TV ...................................................................................
6
Connecting to a VCR ................................................................................
7
To Begin Play ............................................................................................
7
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Console ..............................................................
8
Using
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller ..........................................
8
How to attach wrist strap to Controller?
1 Player mode
2 Player mode
Connect V.SMILE accessories or V.SMILE cable controller
• V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
PLAY GuIDELINES
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9
Best results when playing the game .........................................................
9
Using the
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller ...........................
10
• CARE & MAINTENANCE
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12
• TROuBLESHOOTING
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12
• TECHNICAL SuPPORT
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14
• OTHER INFO
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15
Disclaimer and Limitation of liabilty
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Children benefit from participation in movement, fitness activities and sports. These
bodily actions are not only important for a child’s physical growth and development but
also to monitor their emotional stability, social skills and obesity. Limit sedentary screen
time and blend physical and mental pursuits, like active on-screen games and video
activities, into the TV mix.
bodily actions are not only important for a child’s physical growth and development but
also to monitor their emotional stability, social skills and obesity. Limit sedentary screen
time and blend physical and mental pursuits, like active on-screen games and video
activities, into the TV mix.
Starvation diets don’t work…
Many parents have found that restricting all TV time is an impractical long-term strategy.
It is possible, however, to set realistic limits that are welcomed by both parent and child!
Make viewing a choice and not a habit. Eliminate some TV time by setting a few basic rules,
such as restricting television during meals or before the day’s homework is completed.
It is possible, however, to set realistic limits that are welcomed by both parent and child!
Make viewing a choice and not a habit. Eliminate some TV time by setting a few basic rules,
such as restricting television during meals or before the day’s homework is completed.
News fast…
The realism of TV news can be overwhelming and scary for young children and reinforces
their profound safety concerns. Exposure to TV news images, particularly without a context
for scenes of terrible suffering, can cause vivid and long lasting fears.
their profound safety concerns. Exposure to TV news images, particularly without a context
for scenes of terrible suffering, can cause vivid and long lasting fears.
Food for thought…
Whenever possible, connect viewing with learning. Many programs and characters are
based on books and many on-screen subjects -- from geography to sports -- can inspire
a lifelong interest in reading. Choose age-appropriate video activities that encourage
interaction and challenge critical thinking.
based on books and many on-screen subjects -- from geography to sports -- can inspire
a lifelong interest in reading. Choose age-appropriate video activities that encourage
interaction and challenge critical thinking.
Dr. Helen Boehm is the author of The Right Toys, Fearless Parenting and many magazine
articles on parenting and responsible children’s media. A distinguished psychologist
and nationally known authority on children’s development, play, and media, Dr. Boehm
headed Public Responsibility and Network Standards at MTV/Nickelodeon and was Vice
President of the Fox Children’s Network.
articles on parenting and responsible children’s media. A distinguished psychologist
and nationally known authority on children’s development, play, and media, Dr. Boehm
headed Public Responsibility and Network Standards at MTV/Nickelodeon and was Vice
President of the Fox Children’s Network.
V.Smile V-Motion
tm
Active Learning
System Console
Smartridge
™
4
Wireless Controller
Wrist Strap
V.LINK
TM
The
V.Smile® V-Motion
tm
Wireless Controller accommodates
both right- and left-handed players.
Release the lock and turn the func-
tion button panel ( center part of the
joystick) around to the other side
until you hear a locking sound.
Parent letter
V.LINK
TM
Manual
Dear Parent,
A VTech®, we know that every year, children are asking to play video games at younger and
younger ages. At the same time, we understand the hesitation of most parents to expose their
children to the inappropriate content of many popular video games. How can parents responsibly
allow their children to play these games, and still educate and entertain them in a healthy,
age-appropriate manner?
Our answer to this question is V-Motion Active Learning System! A big breakthrough for junior
gamers, V-Motion takes educational video gaming to a whole new level with a motion-activated
gaming system that engages both active minds and bodies.
V-Motion plugs directly into the TV to provide kids with a high-tech gaming experience using
thrilling, age-appropriate learning games and a motion-activated, intuitive wireless controller.
The V-Motion Active Learning System engages children with two modes of play: the Learning
Adventure - an exciting exploratory journey in which learning concepts are seamlessly integrated,
and the Learning Zone - a series of games designed to focus on specific skills in a fun, engaging
way. Each Smartridge™ game encourages active gaming while giving kids’ minds a workout, too,
as they learn basic math, reading, science, spelling and more.
In addition to the action-packed Smartridge™ game play, the V-Motion includes the V.Link™ (USB drive)
that connects kids to VTech®’s secure online site to unlock bonus games and track their scores against
other gamers.
At VTech®, we are proud to provide parents with a much-needed solution to the video game dilemma,
as well as another innovative way for children to learn while having fun. We thank you for trusting
VTech® with the important job of helping your child explore a new world of learning!
Sincerely,
A VTech®, we know that every year, children are asking to play video games at younger and
younger ages. At the same time, we understand the hesitation of most parents to expose their
children to the inappropriate content of many popular video games. How can parents responsibly
allow their children to play these games, and still educate and entertain them in a healthy,
age-appropriate manner?
Our answer to this question is V-Motion Active Learning System! A big breakthrough for junior
gamers, V-Motion takes educational video gaming to a whole new level with a motion-activated
gaming system that engages both active minds and bodies.
V-Motion plugs directly into the TV to provide kids with a high-tech gaming experience using
thrilling, age-appropriate learning games and a motion-activated, intuitive wireless controller.
The V-Motion Active Learning System engages children with two modes of play: the Learning
Adventure - an exciting exploratory journey in which learning concepts are seamlessly integrated,
and the Learning Zone - a series of games designed to focus on specific skills in a fun, engaging
way. Each Smartridge™ game encourages active gaming while giving kids’ minds a workout, too,
as they learn basic math, reading, science, spelling and more.
In addition to the action-packed Smartridge™ game play, the V-Motion includes the V.Link™ (USB drive)
that connects kids to VTech®’s secure online site to unlock bonus games and track their scores against
other gamers.
At VTech®, we are proud to provide parents with a much-needed solution to the video game dilemma,
as well as another innovative way for children to learn while having fun. We thank you for trusting
VTech® with the important job of helping your child explore a new world of learning!
Sincerely,
Julia Fitzgerald
Vice President, Marketing
Vtech Electronics, NA
Vice President, Marketing
Vtech Electronics, NA
To learn more about the V-Motion Active Learning System™ and other VTech® toys, visit www.vtechkids.com
iNTroduCTioN
ProduCT FeATureS
User’s Manual
user’s Manual
• Storage compartment
You can store up to nine Smartridges™
You can store up to nine Smartridges™
inside here when they are not in use.
• Smartridge™ slot
For inserting a Smartridge™ and make
For inserting a Smartridge™ and make
sure it should lock into place. (can play
both
V.Smile
®
V-Motion
tm
Smart-
ridge™ &
V.Smile
®
Smartridge™).
• Wireless Contoller signal
Lights turn on when receive the data from
Lights turn on when receive the data from
Wireless Controller.
• Joystick Port
Open the rubber door and plug the cable
Open the rubber door and plug the cable
joystick into this port ( Cable joystick is
sold separated ).
• Battery compartment
See page 6.
See page 6.
• AV cable
Connects to TV or VCR. See page 6 & 7.
Connects to TV or VCR. See page 6 & 7.
• Power jack
See page 6.
See page 6.
• Off button
Press this button to turn the unit
OFF .
Always do this before removing a Smartridge™.
• ON / RESTART button
Press this button to turn the unit on
ON/RE-
START Button while playing a game, the game
will start over from the beginning.
• Microphone Port
Connects to the Microphone ( sold separated ).
• V.Link™ Port
For inserting a
V.Link.
• 4 Direction signal
Light turns on and indicate up, left, down
Light turns on and indicate up, left, down
& right direction.
• HELP Button
Press this button to hear helpful hints in
Press this button to hear helpful hints in
certain games.
• Joystick
• 4 Color Button
Use these buttons to choose
Use these buttons to choose
answers in certain activities, or to
preform certain game actions.
• Wireless Controller OFF/ON-Player
1/Player 2 Button
Switch this button choose Off / ON
- Player 1 / Player 2. Details operation
please refer to page 8-11.
• Wrist Band Attachment
See page 8.
See page 8.
• Wrist Band
• Motion sensor signal
Light turns on when connected with
Light turns on when connected with
Console.
• Enter Button
Press this button to make a choice,
Press this button to make a choice,
or to perform certain game actions.
Resume power when unit auto
power off.
• Battery Compartment
See page 5.
See page 5.
• LEARNING ZONE Button
Press this button to enter the Learning
Press this button to enter the Learning
Zone play mode.
• EXIT Button
Press this button to exit or pause a game.
Press this button to exit or pause a game.
Smartridge™ Manual
V-Motion Wireless Controller
V-Motion Wireless Controller