Sinclair ZX Spectrum Vega User Instructions Download Page 9

5.  Vega in-game functions

The Vega provides a number of helpful features and functions to assist 
with the playing of a game. These functions are engaged by pressing 
and holding the menu button [

M

] for a moment, which activates an on-

screen control panel.

The options menu

Activate the control panel by pressing and holding the menu button [

M

for a moment. If the panel is showing the virtual keyboard, press button 
[

C

] to switch to the options menu. This gives access to the following 

features:
 

● Help
● Pause game
● Save game
● Restore game
● Exit game

Displaying game controls and other help

Game controls and help can be displayed by pressing button [

A

] while 

at the options menu. If the control panel is not currently active, the 
button sequence  [

M

][

A

]  will quickly display the  game  controls and 

other help.

Pausing a game

Use the D-pad to choose  

Pause game

, and press button [

S

] to select. 

The control panel will close, and the game will pause. Press any button 
to cancel the pause mode and return to game play. 

Leaving a game and returning to the main menu

Use the D-pad to select 

Exit game

 and press the select button [

S

]. The 

control panel will close, and the Vega will return to the main game 
selection menu.

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Summary of Contents for ZX Spectrum Vega

Page 1: ...ZX Spectrum Vega User Instructions Retro Computers Limited...

Page 2: ...The product Complies with all Relevant European directives 2004 108 EC 2006 95 EC when installed and used in accordance with the user manual This product can only be serviced and repaired by qualified...

Page 3: ...with many actions 6 Entering text on the Vega 6 5 Vega in game functions 7 The options menu 7 Displaying game controls and other help 7 Pausing a game 7 Leaving a game and returning to the main menu 7...

Page 4: ...hown 2 Connect the USB power cable to the TV USB socket if there is one or to another USB power source such as a mobile phone charger Once the Vega is connected to the TV turn on the TV and USB power...

Page 5: ...der of the setup follow from step 2 on page 2 Connecting to a television composite video input Adjusting your television settings Some modern TVs digitally filter and process the TV picture to improve...

Page 6: ...nt The action buttons are divided into two sets There are four main buttons labeled Fire F Select S 1 and 2 and there are three auxiliary action buttons labeled A B and C Button M activates an in game...

Page 7: ...ve between these lists up and down to find the game you wish to play When you have made your selection press the select S button to launch the game On launching a game the Vega will first display a he...

Page 8: ...lators may require more functions than are available with just 11 buttons In such games the Vega will assign two actions to some buttons and allow you to switch quickly between these two primary and s...

Page 9: ...ause game Save game Restore game Exit game Displaying game controls and other help Game controls and help can be displayed by pressing button A while at the options menu If the control panel is not cu...

Page 10: ...point at which the save was made The virtual keyboard To access the virtual keyboard activate the control panel by pressing and holding the menu button M for a moment If the panel is showing the opti...

Page 11: ...laying games stored on a micro SD card 1 Using a computer download the game files you wish to play and store them on a micro SD card The Vega supports tap z80 and szx file formats only 2 Insert the SD...

Page 12: ...re upgrade 1 Visit the ZX Spectrum Vega website on a computer and download the latest upgrade file onto a micro SD card http www zxvega co uk support upgrade Save the file to the micro SD Card s top l...

Page 13: ...ource LPS output to power the Vega Keep the Vega console and cables out of the reach of small children Do not place the Vega on the floor or in a place where it may cause someone to trip or stumble Do...

Page 14: ...dence of an attempt to open and or modify the Vega including any peeling or removal of any of the labels will for safety reasons void the Limited Warranty and render the Vega ineligible for authorised...

Page 15: ...rocessing The TV picture is slightly distorted The Vega may not have reset properly Press and hold the reset button R for a moment The TV picture is black and white or is very unstable The Vega is in...

Page 16: ...ease email SMS Electronics Ltd at retrorepairs smselectronics co uk In both instances please include your name a brief explanation of the problem and your telephone number if you are willing to accept...

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