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X18-Manual (US) 7/16/02 5:08 PM Page 1
For the next generation
Accelerator
18
For Ages 6 & UP
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Dear Parent/Guardian,
Thank you for choosing the Oregon Scientific Accelerator X18.
Designed and engineered with extreme precision,
the Accelerator X18 is packed full of learning,
offering stimulating games and activities that
make an invaluable contribution to your child’s development.
Some of the activities to further your child’s skills include language,
mathematics, music, memory and logical reasoning.
The Accelerator X18 provides a dependable and
realistic introduction to computers and
encourages creativity and independent learning.
Learning with Oregon Scientific is so much fun!
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Chapter 8 11
Scrolling
Chapter 9 12
Games and Game Codes
Spelling 12
Vocabulary 13
Grammar 14
Keyboarding Skills 15
Math 16
Memory 18
Logic 20
Games 21
Music 23
Tools 24
Chapter 10 26
Troubleshooting
T
Table of Contents
able of Contents
Chapter 1 1
About your
Accelerator X18
Chapter 2 3
Getting Started
Chapter 3 5
Useful Features and Controls
Chapter 4 7
Game Selection
Chapter 5 8
Game Rules
Chapter 6 9
Two-Player Mode
Chapter 7 10
Make a Selection and Submit Your Answer
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The Accelerator X18 is supplied with the
following parts.
Please contact your retailer should any
part be missing.
1 - Unit
2 - Mouse
3 - Mouse Pad
4 - Instruction Manual
1
About your Accelerator X18
Features
60 Activities
• 17 Vocabulary/Spelling/
Grammar
• 22 Math/Logic/Memory
•
12 Games/Music
• 9 Keyboarding Skills/Tools
Multimedia
• Large LCD Display
• Digital Sound
Expandability
• Increase learning potential
with our Expansion Cards
(each sold separately)
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
UNIT
LCD
Screen
Expansion Card
Drive
Instruction
Manual
Keyboard
Mouse Pad
Speaker
Mouse
Directional Cursor Key
Contrast
Switch
Volume
Switch
ON/OFF
button
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2
Unit
Mouse Jack
Expansion Card
Drive
AC Adaptor
Jack
Battery
Cover
Top
Handle
Reset Button
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+
-
3
Caution
• Do not mix different types of batteries or old and new batteries.
• Only use batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended.
• Remove all batteries when replacing.
• Remove batteries from the unit if the unit is not going to be used
for long periods of time.
• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.
• Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Rechargeable batteries are to be removed from the toy before
being charged.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
Caution
• The unit must not be connected to a power supply greater than 9V.
• Only use the recommended adaptor.
• The adaptor is not a toy.
• Do not short-circuit the supply terminals.
• Toys liable to be cleaned with liquid are to be disconnected
from the transformer before cleaning.
Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Getting Started The Accelerator X18 operates on 4 AA size batteries (not included) or a 9V AC adaptor
(sold separately).
AC Adaptor Connection
Plug the adaptor into the adaptor jack (center posi-
tive type) on the left side of the unit. Plug the
adaptor into a wall outlet.
Please turn off the unit before plugging in the AC
adaptor. Otherwise the unit may be damaged.
Battery Installation
1. Make sure the unit is turned off.
2. Using a Phillips-head screwdriver, open the battery cover atthe back of the unit.
3. Insert 4”AA” batteries. (Note the correct polarity: +, - ).
4. Replace the cover.
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4
Auto-off
The learning PC will automatically turn itself off after a few minutes of no input from the player.
Mouse Connection
Ensure the unit is turned OFF. Lift the mouse jack port cover at the
back of the unit and plug the mouse into the mouse jack.
To ensure the mouse is kept clean, keep it on a clean mouse pad.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The unit should be regularly examined for damage to the cord, plug, enclo-
sure and other parts. In the event of such damage, the unit must not be used with the adaptor until the damage has been
repaired.
Always disconnect the power supply before cleaning.
Wipe the unit with a dry cloth.
Do not get the unit wet.
Do not dismantle the unit.
Cleaning the Mouse
Turn the mouse upside down and unscrew the small screw to open the cover.
Take the ball out, wipe the ball and the inside of the mouse with a dry cloth to clean out all the dust.
Starting theAccelerator X18
Turn on your Accelerator X18 using the [On/Off] button
located at the upper right corner of the keyboard.
At the end of your session, remember to turn off the power using
the [On/Off] button.
Mouse Jack
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5
Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Useful Features and Controls
The Keyboard
The keyboard operates in the same way as a real computer keyboard.
The Mouse
Move the mouse in the direction that you want to move the arrow cursor and click the button on the desired
selection. (See Chapter 7 -- How to Make a Selection and Submit Your Answer).
The Cursor Buttons
The directional cursor key is used to make a selection in some games.
Cursor Arrow
The mouse or the cursor buttons can control the cursor arrow.
The Flashing Cursor
This shows you the position in which the next keyboard entry will appear.
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6
Expansion Cards
(sold separately)
Do not scratch or damage the metal contact plate of the Expansion Card.
Only insert Accelerator X18 Expansion Cards into the Expansion Card drive.
1.
Plug the Accelerator X18 Expansion Card into the Expansion Card drive on the
right side of the unit.
The current activity is interrupted and the Expansion Card animation begins.
After the title screens, a menu screen appears. On this menu screen are two direction
icons and a title of one of the activities included on the Expansion Card.
2. Use the arrow cursor or directional cursor button to scroll through the titles.
3. Press [Enter] to play the displayed activity.
Expansion questions for the following activities are included on each Expansion Card.
Name of Expansion Card Activities
Grammar Card Magic Act, Mark-It, Sounds Like
Spelling Card Hear Here, Word Compactor, Space Escape
Vocabulary Card Net Work, Plural-Eyes, Top Hat
While the Expansion Card is plugged in, only those activities included on the Expansion Card are available. To
play other games in the learning PC, unplug the Expansion Card.
N.B.: If you purchase an older Expansion Card the activities written on the card will not match the actual
expanded activities. The above list is the correct version.
Expansion
Card Drive
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