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Dear Parent, TM ® VTech , with the introduction of our V.FLASH , offers kids a cool, fun, and educational alternative to the world of violent video games. We know that kids want to play popular video games, and we also understand parents’ reluctance to put potentially inappropriate content into their hands. As kids get older they want to be able to play independently, and make choices for themselves, and parents want to feel comfortable that these choices are going to be healthy and benef
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CONTENT • INTRODUCTION ................................................................. 1 Packaging Contents ............................................................... 1 Product Features ................................................................... 2 • GETTING STARTED ........................................................... 4 AC Adaptor ............................................................................ 4 Connecting to a TV ..........................................
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INTRODUCTION TM ® Thank you for purchasing the V Tech V.FLASH Home Edutainment System! TM V.FLASH is a video game system that combines the fast-paced action and outstanding graphics of great video game play with unique educational TM and creative elements. With V.FLASH , kids can choose to embark on fun gaming adventures, explore an interactive encyclopedia of videos, pictures, and facts, or create their own 3D models and animations. They play, learn and explore at their own pace, so t
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INTRODUCTION If any items are missing, contact our technical support line number on your warranty card for assistance. WARNING: • This product requires an undisturbed environment to operate properly. Make sure it is placed on a hard flat surface (carpet is not recommended) with sufficient space between the product and other items. Do not tap or hit the product while it is operating. • Do not lift or move the product during operation. • All packing materials such as tape, plastic sheets,
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INTRODUCTION ON button Press this button to turn on the unit. OFF button Press this button to turn the unit OFF. Always TM do this before removing a V.DISC . TM VOLUME button Control the volume of a V.DISC , audio CD, or headphones. NEXT button Press this button to play the next track on an audio CD. STOP button Press this button to stop an audio CD. PLAY button Press this button to play an audio CD. HEADPHONE port Insert
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GETTING STARTED JOYSTICK Use this to control on-screen character movement, or scroll through menus on certain screens. 4 SELECTION buttons Use these buttons to choose answers in certain activities, or to perform certain game actions. HELP button Press this button to hear helpful hints in certain games. MENU button Press this button to enter the Menu screen. EXIT button Press this button to exit or pause a game. GREEN button Enter / Confirm RED button Back / Cancel TM The V.FLASH Controller
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GETTING STARTED NOTE: When the toy is not going to be in use for an extended period of time, it is recommended to unplug the adaptor and remove the adaptor from the Main Unit. Standard Guidelines for Adaptor Toys: • Not for use by children under 3 years of age. • Only use the recommended adaptor with the toy. • The adaptor 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. CONNECTING
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GETTING STARTED CONNECTING TO A VCR If there is no video IN and audio IN terminal on your TV set, you can connect TM V.FLASH to a VCR. TM - Connect the yellow plug on the V.FLASH cable to the yellow video input terminal on your VCR. TM - Connect the white and red plugs on the V.FLASH cable to the white and red audio input terminals on your VCR. TM CONNECTING THE V.FLASH CONTROLLER Plug the controller into the PLAYER 1 port located on the front panel of the Main Unit as illustrated. CAUTION
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SYSTEM OPERATION TO BEGIN PLAY • Make sure the unit is turned OFF. • Press the EJECT button to open the Main Unit cover. • Place the V.DISC™, label and printed side up, into the disc compartment and onto the center hub. • Close the Main Unit cover. • Turn your TV on. TM • Set your TV input mode to accept input from the port to which V.FLASH is connected. In many cases this will involve setting the TV to “ video” mode; however, since all TVs vary, please refer to your TV or VCR ma
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SYSTEM OPERATION NOTE: • If the Main Unit disc cover is opened while the power is OFF, the V.DISC™ may still be spinning. If this happens, wait until the disc stops spinning before removing it from the console. • To prevent your V.DISC™ from becoming dirty or scratched, avoid opening the disc sliding door and touching the unprinted surface of the disc. When the disc is not in the console, always store it in the V.DISC™ Sheath. TO PLAY AN AUDIO CD TM The V.FLASH console can play audio CD
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ACCESSING THE MAIN MENU ACCESSING THE MAIN MENU The Main Menu allows you to create your own setup, see information about the game you have saved, play an audio CD, and access information stored on a Memory Card if you have one inserted into the unit. To go to the Main Menu Screen, use one of the following methods: • Turn the power ON while the Main Unit cover is open or, ™ • Turn the power ON while there is no V.DISC loaded in the console. Use the controller buttons on the controller to c
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ACCESSING THE MAIN MENU Set console setup. Main Menu, Console Setup TM Play, Pause, Stop, Rewind, Fast V.FLASH CD Player Backward, Fast Forward current CD track or play the Next CD track. TM Left and right cursor to view the Zoomed-in V.FLASH Picture previous or next picture. Viewer Move the whole screen up, down,to Console Setup the right, to the left, and to center position. Play, Stop, or Skip to the Next Track on Play music CD while disk cover an audio CD. is closed and the console is
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ACCESSING THE MAIN MENU TM V.FLASH CD Player From the Main Menu Screen, go to the V.FLASH™ CD Player Screen by selecting the 4th icon of the top row of the Main Menu. Move the joystick to the left or right and then press the green button to play, pause, stop, rewind t the current CD track or play the next track. Press the red button to return to the Main Menu. You can also play, stop the current CD track or play the next CD track by pressing the Play , Stop , and Next button on the Main
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TM V.FLASH Media Player TM From the Main Menu Screen, go to the V.FLASH Media Player Screen by selecting the 3rd icon of the top row of the Main Menu. You will enter a general Media Player Screen first. Move the joystick up or down to highlight a media track and then press the green button to select it. You will then enter a zoomed-in screen with functional icons. Move the joystick to the left or right and then press the green button to play, stop, pause, or rewind the current CD track
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CARE & MAINTENANCE CARE & MAINTENANCE TM 1. Keep your V.FLASH 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. Unplug the adaptor and remove the adaptor from the Main Unit when not using it for an extended peroid of time. 4. Avoid dropping it. NEVER try to dismantle it. TM 5. Always keep the V.FLASH away from water. 6. The AC adaptor should be regularly examined for damage to the cord, pl
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Solution TM There is no 1. Make sure that the V.FLASH , TV and VCR (if used) are plugged picture on the into power outlets. TV screen. 2. Make sure that the DC jack on the AC Adaptor is firmly plugged into the DC input connector on the back of the Main Unit. TM 3. Make sure that V.FLASH is turned ON and the TV and VCR (if used) are turned ON. 4. Check the connections between the console and the TV or VCR (if
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT TM The music is 1. Make sure that the V.FLASH is put on a stable playing surface without vibrations. interr upted when playing 2. Make sure the unit is not placed too close to any type of loud speaker. a music CD 3. Remove the CD from the CD tray; check for contamination, dirt, scratches, or other irregularities. If necessary, clean the disc by wiping with a soft cotton cloth (don’t use paper) from the middle to the outside edge. TM An error occurs The V.FLASH is si
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OTHER INFO OTHER INFO DISCLAIMER AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ® V T e c h Electronics North America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this ® handbook. V T e c 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 the use of this software. VTech Electronics North America, L.L.C. and its suppliers assume no responsibility for any damage or
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