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Unpacking 

Parts Check List 

Before you begin to install your Interact 

Computer, be sure to check that each 

of the following parts is included, 

1.  Two 

j

oysticks. 

2. 

One antenna switch box. 

3. 

One computer console with 

attached AC adaptor and 

computer signal cable. 

4. 

Warranty card. 

Important, Save your Interact carton. 

Retain all of the packing materials for 

any future need to transport the Interact 

system. 

Where to put your computer. 

Before selecting the location for your 

Interact Family Computer, please read 

the following recommendations. 

1. 

The computer console requires 

adequate air circulation to prevent 

overheating the internal compo­
nents. Place the console on a rigid 

surface. Make sure that carpeting, 

bedding, draperies, and other 

materials do not block the air vents 

on the console. Also, avoid sources 

of direct heat, such as radiators, 

heat ducts, or windows with direct 

sunlight. 

2. 

Avoid locations where excessive 

dust or moisture accumulates. 

3. 

Place the computer console two 
feet or more away from the tele­

vision. 

Summary of Contents for AS-1004

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ontents Introducing the Interact Computer 2 Unpacking 3 Installation 4 FCC Notice 5 Loading a Cassette 6 Changing Applications 7 Keyboard and Controls 8 9 Joysticks 10 Care of the Computer 1 1 Trouble Shooting 12 ...

Page 3: ...eract is more than just a game it is important for you to be comfortable and familiar with its opera tion and capabilities Your knowledgable use of the computer will increase its versatility within your home This owner s guide provides the funda mental information you will need to install and use the computer system It also contains suggestions and recommendations in case you encounter any problem...

Page 4: ...o put your computer Before selecting the location for your Interact Family Computer please read the following recommendations 1 The computer console requires adequate air circulation to prevent overheating the internal compo nents Place the console on a rigid surface Make sure that carpeting bedding draperies and other materials do not block the air vents on the console Also avoid sources of direc...

Page 5: ...tallation Note Some TV sets have an internal external antenna switch Make sure the switch is in the external position when you connect the VHFlead in wires to terminals Twin Lead In Wire 300 0hm 1 Disconnect the antenna wire from the two screws on the back of your television and attach if to the antenna switch box 1 at the screws labelled ANTENNA 2 2 Connect the lead in wires from the antennaswitc...

Page 6: ... of the computer console Be certain that you match the mating connectors correctly and that the connectors are firmly seated 5 Plug the AC adaptor into a 110I 120 volt outlet 6 Turn the television channel selector to channel 3 and move the switch on the antenna switch box to the COMPUTER position In order to return to conventional television reception just move the switch back to the TV position 7...

Page 7: ...3 Slip the cassette into the holder without forcing it until it appears to be completely contained within the holder Gently press the cover down until it snaps into place 4 Press the letter L on the key board 5 Ensure that the tape is at the beginning by depressing the cassette control button REWIND l 6 After tape is rewound depress the cassette control button READ 4 The cassette deck should begin...

Page 8: ...application and this message appears on the screen 1 After you depress the RESET button depress the R key to restart the pro gram in the computer 2 If you want to load a new application cassette insert a new program tape and follow steps 4 5 and 6 on page 6 Interact Data Tapes Several Interact applications are designed to store program information on tape Interact supplies special Interact Data Ta...

Page 9: ...Keyboard and Controls 8 ...

Page 10: ...ke a third level shift or super shift control You may hold down the CONTROL key and type the T key to rewind or fast forward a tape for example Tape Deck Controls The cassette control buttons generally correspond to those on an ordinary cassette tape deck REW IND and F FW D fast forward perform precisely as their names indicate STOP REJECT fulfills a double function When depressed lightly it stops...

Page 11: ... the stick away from himself backward when he f UIIs it toward himself and riQht or left when he moves it to his nght or left respectively A forward motion generally indicates a movement toward the top of the television screen Only a light pressure is necessary to maneuver the joystick don t force it Joystick Hit Button The button 2 serves as a trigger mechanism which the operator uses to activate...

Page 12: ...stroy the contents of that tape The cassettes may be stored in the package or in the tray provided on the computer console Since the most common cause of tape deck failure is lack of proper cleaning observance of this simple procedure will extend the life of the unit l Depress the READ button to make the heads more accessible 2 Moisten a soft cloth or cotton swab with denatured alcohol 3 Wipe the ...

Page 13: ...ole ON OFF switch is in the ON position and that the adjacent light is illuminated The television channel selector should be on channel 3 Check all the connections on the antenna switch box Verify that the switch on the antenna switch box is in the COMPUTER position Depress the RESET button on the computer console several times Adjust the television fine tuning control Check the television brightn...

Page 14: ...appliances Turn up volume control on television Stop the tape rewind it to the beginning and start the loading process again carefully following the loading instructions in Loading a Cassette If after several attempts the problem still persists advance the program tape Each program tape is encoded with several copies of the same program If these programs won t load see your Interact dealer for ass...

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