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Print

Press to print the selected artwork.

Note: 

1. Before printing, make sure your computer is 

connected to a printer.

2. Be  sure  to  set  your  printing  paper  size  to 

Letter Size.

Delete

Press to delete selected artwork.

Backward

Press to move backward.

Forward

Press to move forward.

Animation Icon

This indicates an animation file.

Thumbnail Mode

Press to return to Thumbnail mode.

Disconnect

If your system is Windows

®

 2000, you will see 

this button on the left. Click this button before you 
disconnect the main unit from the PC. Otherwise, 
files sent to the main unit may be lost.

10

Using 

The 

PC 

Application

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Summary of Contents for KidiArt Studio

Page 1: ...User s Manual TM ...

Page 2: ...or kids through hands on electronic play It s a cool new way to learn music or explore art and photography At VTech we are proud to provide parents with creative alternatives to traditional play while developing new and innovative ways for children to learn while having fun We thank you for trusting VTech with the important job of helping your child explore a new world of learning Sincerely Julia ...

Page 3: ...being creative has never been so easy The KidiArt StudioTM offers eleven activities including drawing stop motion movies fun paper crafts custom E cards games and more All of the activities are done directly on the TV and for an extra bonus kids can even view manage print and share their masterpieces by connecting the studio to a PC They can even send their favorite creations to friends and family...

Page 4: ...the opposite ends into the open slots on the right leg 2 Make sure the handles are fully inserted into legs and then screw the 6 nuts onto the outside of the handles as shown above for the STOOL Fully insert the top end of the 4 legs into the slots on the bottom of the seat until they click into place Assembly Instructions 2 A B C ...

Page 5: ...ETTING STARTED BATTERY INSTALLATION Make sure the panel is turned OFF There are two sets of batteries Main batteries and Backup batteries Locate the correct battery cover on the bottom of the panel Note 1 Do NOT remove both sets of batteries at the same time If both sets of batteries need to be replaced replace either set with new batteries first then the other set Otherwise data saved in the main...

Page 6: ... To prevent data loss copy all photos and movies from KidiArt Studio to a PC before removing batteries Always remove exhausted batteries from the equipment Do not dispose of batteries in fire Do not attempt to recharge ordinary batteries The supply terminals are not to be short circuited Only batteries of the same and equivalent type as recommended are to be used WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THE USE OF REC...

Page 7: ...aphics content TO BEGIN PLAY CONNECT TO A TV You can play your VTech KidiArt StudioTM by connecting to a TV through the included A V cable 1 Make sure the main unit is turned OFF 2 Insert a KidiArt StudioTM game cartridge into the cartridge slot on the top of the camera The game cartridge should lock into place Please use care when removing the game cartridge from the slot 3 Connect the included A...

Page 8: ...higher 300MB Hard disk space Windows compatible sound card and speakers Note External USB hubs are not supported Software Requirements Microsoft Windows 2000 XP or Windows Vista Operating System Internet Explorer version 6 or above Adobe Flash Player 9 To acquire the latest version of Flash player please visit www adobe com Note Windows 98 Windows ME Windows NT are not supported Microsoft Windows ...

Page 9: ... PC Application 1 Start with the VTech KidiArt StudioTM main unit connected Connect the included PC cable to a USB port on your PC Note Please always use the USB port on your PC USB hub connection is not supported Connect the other end of the PC USB cable to your VTech KidiArt StudioTM main unit Turn on the VTech KidiArt StudioTM main unit by pressing the ON button The PC Application will start au...

Page 10: ...ng in the Studio Press Yes if you want to clear all the artwork in the main unit to free up space or No to keep the artwork Note Once you have transferred the artwork from the main unit to the PC you can always transfer it back to the main unit WARNING Do not disconnect the main unit or close the VTech KidiArt StudioTM application while the automatic artwork backup is in progress Manage Your Artwo...

Page 11: ...share your selected artwork by saving it on your PC To use the shared files please go to the My KidiCreations folder on your Desktop From here you can access your artwork at any time or send it as an attachment to your friends Send Press to send the selected artwork to from your PC to your Studio Note 1 If you send the artwork without inserting the correct cartridge you will have to insert the cor...

Page 12: ...elected artwork Backward Press to move backward Forward Press to move forward Animation Icon This indicates an animation file Thumbnail Mode Press to return to Thumbnail mode Disconnect If your system is Windows 2000 you will see this button on the left Click this button before you disconnect the main unit from the PC Otherwise files sent to the main unit may be lost 10 Using The PC Application ...

Page 13: ...epileptic seizures or momentary loss of consciousness when viewing certain types of flashing colors or patterns especially on a computer While the KidiArt StudioTM does not contribute to any additional risks we do recommend that parents supervise their children while they play games If your child experiences dizziness altered vision disorientation or convulsions discontinue use immediately and con...

Page 14: ...upplies batteries and adaptor then reconnect them 2 Remove the KidiArt StudioTM Cartridge and then re insert it The KidiArt StudioTM power light is ON but there is no picture on the screen Incorrect TV connection Make sure that the yellow plug of the main unit is connected to the video IN terminal usually yellow of the TV Incorrect TV mode selected Make sure that the TV is set to video mode Some T...

Page 15: ...system Make sure the TV is set to the correct TV system e g NTSC or Auto Cable connection problem Make sure that the video cable is firmly connected to the video input of the TV There is a picture on the TV but no sound TV setting Raise the volume of the TV and make sure it is not set to Mute Cable connection problem Make sure that the white and or red plug is firmly connected to the audio input o...

Page 16: ...shows when trying to create a new creation The internal memory of the main unit is full 1 Backup the artwork to PC first 2 Then return to TV mode and delete some artwork Connected to a PC Problem Possible Reason Solution When pressing the ON OFF button nothing happens Incorrect or missing power connection Check that new batteries are correctly installed or the USB cable is properly connected betwe...

Page 17: ...tridge by pushing up the protective sleeve on the bottom of the cartridge Clean the inside piece with a dry soft cloth Then re insert the cartridge and press the ON OFF button 4 If the problem persists use a pen to press the Reset Slot to reset the main unit The main unit is ON but no sound can be heard PC volume setting Increase the volume of the PC and make sure it is not set to Mute in the PC p...

Page 18: ...allation problem Make sure the KidiArt StudioTM program has been installed on your computer and is running or re install it Program needs to be reset 1 Restart your computer 2 Disconnect all power supplies batteries and USB connection of the panel then reconnect all power supplies 3 Press the ON OFF button 4 If the problem persists remove the game cartridge Inspect the inside of the game cartridge...

Page 19: ...tions that you might have A support representative will be happy to assist you Before requesting support please be ready to provide or include the information below The name of your product or model number The model number is typically located on the back or bottom of your product The actual problem you are experiencing The actions you took right before the problem occurred If you wish to buy addi...

Page 20: ...rsuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not ...

Page 21: ...s standard on all Windows operating systems starting with Windows 2000 Service Pack 4 including Windows XP and Vista If your computer meets these OS requirements and is still looking for a driver please contact your PC manufacturer for further assistance For earlier operating systems that do not support mass storage a system upgrade or mass storage device driver may be available Again please check...

Page 22: ...ing I can do to improve the picture quality Answer In a poorly lit environment the frame rate shutter speed drops to allow for a longer exposure time The downside of this is that any movement in the frame or of the hand holding the Studio can result in greater blur Furthermore the camera sensor will soften the edges in low light to counteract the darkness by reducing the image noise This too can s...

Page 23: ...oes not recognize it I am running Windows XP Answer This is most likely a hardware or OS issue A number of consumers have reported this problem with their computers not recognizing mass storage devices of all kinds Please contact your PC manufacturer for support Question 10 When I connect the KidiArt StudioTM to my computer the KidiArt StudioTM PC Application is started However I also see the Wind...

Page 24: ... 2008 VTech Printed in China 91 002332 000 ...

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