B-Smart™ Learning Laptop For Ages 5 & Up Product does not have INTERNET or data storage capabilities
Dear Parent/Guardian, Thank you for choosing the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop. Designed with fun in mind, the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop is packed with stimulating games and activities that will make an invaluable contribution to your child’s development. The activities used to help further your child’s skills include word, mathematics, memory, logic, manners & safety, typing, music, games and Spanish.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 . ...................................................................... 1 About the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop Chapter 2 . ...................................................................... 3 Getting Started Chapter 3 . ..................................................................... 5 Game Rules and Selection Chapter 4 . ..................................................................... 6 Useful Features and Controls Chapter 5 . .......................................
Logic........................................................................................... 13 Shopping Spree.............................................................................. 13 Cheer Up!...................................................................................... 14 The Next Trend.............................................................................. 14 Balloon Parade............................................................................... 14 Shadow Effect...........
Chapter 1 About the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop Features 70 English and 10 Spanish Activities! • Word • Mathematics • Memory • Logic • Manners & Safety • Typing • Music • Games • Spanish The B-Smart™ Learning Laptop is supplied with the following parts. Please contact your retailer should any parts be missing.
Unit Handle Mouse jack AC adaptor jack Earphone jack Battery cover Battery and adaptor requirements
Chapter 2 Getting Started The B-Smart™ Learning Laptop operates on 3 “AA” size batteries or a 6V AC adaptor (not included). Battery Installation 1. Make sure the unit is turned off. 2. Open the battery cover at the back of the unit using a coin or straight blade screwdriver. 3. Insert 3 “AA” size batteries. (Note the correct polarity: +, - ). 4. Replace the cover. AC Adaptor Connection Please turn off the unit before plugging in the AC adaptor to prevent damage to the unit.
Mouse Connection 1. Ensure the unit is turned off. 2. Open the panel on the right hand side of the unit and plug the mouse into the mouse jack. 3. Turn the unit ON. 4. To ensure the mouse is kept clean, use it on a clean mouse pad. Starting the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop Open the unit by pushing on the jewel situated on the laptop cover. The lid will spring open and the unit will turn on automatically.
Chapter 3 Game Rules and Selection Game Selection There are 9 categories in the B-Smart™ Learning Laptop: Word, Mathematics, Memory, Logic, Manners & Safety, Typing, Music, Games and Spanish. The main category selection menu will automatically scroll to the next category every 2 seconds. The player can also use the left and right arrow keys to scroll to the next category and press enter to select.
Language All the activities have English instructions, and the Spanish activities have additional Spanish instructions. Chapter 4 Useful Features and Controls Keyboard The B-Smart™ Learning Laptop features a fully functional computer keyboard. Instant Access Buttons Pressing an instant access button will bring the player to a list of activities in that category. Arrow Keys Use the arrow keys Directional Cursor Pad to make a selection or to navigate in the games.
Help Press the key for extra hints to a question. Using this function will reduce the total score for the current question. Not all games have this function. Repeat Press the key to repeat a question or an instruction. ESC Press to exit the game and return to the previous menu. Backlight Key Press the key to turn the LCD backlight on and off. Shape Keys The player can use the keys in the memory game ‘Ready, Steady, Go!’ to submit their answer.
Shift Hold down the key and numbers 6, 7, 8, 9, 0 or the math symbol keys to access the second function. This can be used in the game ‘Calculator’ and in the Spanish game ‘Mecanografía’. Barbie™ Expansion Cards Do not scratch or damage the metal contact plate of the Barbie™ Expansion Card. 1. Insert the Barbie™ Expansion Card into the expansion card slot located on the right hand side of the unit. 2. The current activity is interrupted and the Barbie™ Expansion Card animation begins. 3.
Chapter 5 Activities Word All Mixed Up! Rearrange the letters to spell the word correctly. Letter Maze Find the word in the maze by only stepping on the letters in the vocabulary word. Vacuum It Up Delete the extra letter from the word to spell it correctly. Butterflies Move the letters across the screen to the empty spaces to spell the word correctly but avoid the butterflies. Secret Code Move the letters up or down to create a new word. Rhyme Time Select the word that rhymes with the vocabulary animation.
Opposites Turn the triangular prism to match the word to its opposite. Flower Power Guess the letters of the hidden word. The flower will grow with the correct attempts. There are two hints per question which will scroll across the screen if the player presses HELP or enters an incorrect letter. Multiple Trouble Type the correct plural sound of the noun.
Mathematics Awesome Addition Complete the addition equation. Fab Subtraction Complete the subtraction equation. Operation Math Select the correct operation sign for the equation. Equation Maker Complete the equations by selecting the correct number. Checkout Counter Simple addition skills are reviewed using the concept of money. Raining Shapes Listen carefully and help puppy catch the correct shape.
1 Blow Out The Candles Blow out the candles using the correct combination of numbers shown on the screen. Speedy Sums Answer as many sums as you can before the time runs out. Butterfly Whiz Select the answer and move it to complete the equation, but don’t bump into the butterflies. Picture Sums Answer the equations correctly to break away the blocks and reveal a surprise gift! Code Break Find the equation that matches the answer (the number not highlighted). Time Tell the time on a clock.
Flipperty Flip Find the matching pairs in the grid. Memory Lane A sequence of vocabulary animation is shown on screen. Select the correct word according to the order Barbie® asks for. Ready, Steady, Go! Remember the order in which the shapes arrive. Use the shape keys to give the answer. Hide N’ Seek Watch carefully and remember which cat has the jewelry. Magic Arrows Remember the sequence of tones and use the arrow keys to repeat the dance moves.
3 Cheer Up! Fill in the missing number in the sequence. The Next Trend Select the symbol that best completes the sequence. Balloon Parade Listen carefully and re-arrange the balloons in the order Barbie® asks for. Shadow Effect Match the object to its shadow. Mirror Mirror Match the animal to its correct mirror image. Spot The Difference Find the 4 differences between the two images. One Of A Kind Find the item of clothing that looks different from the rest. Chow Time Match the animal to its favorite food.
Animal Mystery Listen carefully to the clues and guess the animal. Water The Flower Use the different sized cups to fill up the vase without over spilling. Try to fill it up with the least number of cups. Manners & Safety Good Manners Learn about good manners with Barbie® . Miss Manners Test your knowledge of manners with questions. Answer if a manner is good or bad. Cooking Safety Choose the correct answer for cooking in the kitchen. Road Safety Choose the correct answer for road safety.
5 Puppy Chase Type the word quickly to stop puppy from getting away with the shoe. Letter Street Finish typing the letters before they leave the screen. Letter Shower Aim the hose at the letter and press the corresponding letter key to get rid of it. Music Catch The Beat Select a rhythm style for a melody and add your beat to the song! Type the letter when it reaches the middle of the line. Melody Groove Choose a song and select some dance moves for Barbie®.
Games Basketball Hoops Shoot as many hoops as you can. Dazzlin’ Surprise Break away the blocks to reveal a hidden picture. Cake Craze Put the cakes away as fast as you can. Bounce Bounce Repair the gaps in the box created by the bouncing ball. Fishing Match the color of the basket to the fish. Butterfly Flight Help the butterfly get to the other side using the leaves. Lucky Go Lucky Challenge yourself with 10 questions randomly chosen from the other activities.
7 The Star In You Find out about your star sign and personality by entering your birthday. Calculator Work out mathematical calculations. To access “x” or “÷” on the keyboard hold down SHIFT while pressing the corresponding keys to access the second function. Spanish Mira y aprende Select a word in English and learn how to say and spell it in Spanish. Búsqueda de palabras Match the correct Spanish word to the animation. El género Select the correct Spanish word according to the gender asked for.
Deletrea Spell the Spanish word correctly. Mariposas Move the letters across the screen to the empty spaces to spell the Spanish word correctly but avoid the butterflies. Mecanografía Type the vowels to make puppy drop the shoe. To access the Spanish vowels with the accents, hold down SHIFT and the corresponding number key (6, 7, 8, 9, 0) to access the second function. Máxima concentración Use the hint to select the correct vocabulary word.
9 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Developing learning products is a responsibility that we at Oregon Scientific take very seriously. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the information which forms the value of our products. However, errors can sometimes occur. It is important for you to know that we stand behind our products and we encourage you to call our Consumer Services Department with any problems and/or suggestions that you might have.
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