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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Before seeking assistance, check the following information.

Problem

Possible Reason

Solution

LCD display works but 
there’s no sound

Volume is turned 
down

Adjust the volume control.

The headphones are 
connected

Unplug headphones from the headphone jack.

LCD display turns ON 
and OFF immediately

Battery power is low

Replace batteries.

Cartridge not inserted 
firmly enough

Make sure the cartridge is firmly inserted.

No picture (or incorrect 
picture) on LCD, and 
pressing the OFF button 
has no effect.

Program needs to 
be reset

Press and hold the ON button for about  3 
seconds until the system restarts.
Disconnect all power supplies (batteries and 
adaptor), then reconnect all power supplies.
Unplug the cartridge and check if there’s any dirt 
on it. Clean it. Then reinsert the cartridge.

No LCD display after 
pressing ON button

Battery power is low

Replace batteries.

Incomplete battery 
installation

Make sure batteries are installed in both battery 
compartments.

No AC adaptor power Securely connect AC adaptor or car adaptor to 

both the 

MobiGo™

 and the power outlet.

There’s a cartridge 
inserted, but the 
message “Please insert 
a cartridge” displays on 
screen.

Poor game cartridge 
connection

Unplug the cartridge and check if there’s any dirt 
on it. Clean it. Then reinsert the cartridge.

Nothing happens 
when the 

MobiGo™

 

is connected to the 
computer

USB is not properly 
connected

Make sure that the USB cable is securely 
connected to both the 

MobiGo™

 and the 

computer.

USB is connected to 
the computer through 
a USB hub

Directly connect the 

MobiGo™

 to the computer.

If your 

MobiGo™

 does not respond to an inserted cartridge, please carefully try the 

following:
•  Remove all batteries and unplug all wiring.
•  Use a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol or an alcohol-based window cleaner 

to gently clean the contact area of the cartridge slot.

•  Softly clean the contact area of the cartridge.
•  If necessary, dry all the clean contact areas with a soft, lint-free cloth.
•  Please make sure that all parts are completely dry before restoring 
  electricity.

      

   

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Summary of Contents for MobiGo Game Storage

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

Page 2: ...iting learning games they ll experience the same technology and fun as parents do with their touch screen devices When playing with MobiGo kids can look at listen to and touch the screen wherever they go to discover a world of fun while developing knowledge of numbers letters spelling and music which we know is important to you Learning on the go is now easier than ever with MobiGo At VTech we are...

Page 3: ...ing Started 5 Insert the Cartridge 5 Using the MobiGoTM Touch Screen 5 Important touch screen guidelines 6 Screen Cleaning Procedure 6 Using the MobiGoTM Keyboard 6 Connect to the Computer 7 Computer Requirements 9 THE TOUCH LEARN GAME PACK 10 Activities 11 CARE MAINTENANCE 13 TROUBLESHOOTING 14 TECHNICAL SUPPORT 15 Copyright Notices 15 Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability 16 ...

Page 4: ...lenge their minds and learn valuable lessons about numbers counting letters spelling problem solving music and more Included in This Package Included in This Package One VTech MobiGo Touch Learning System One MobiGo Cartridge One USB Cable One Soft Cloth One MobiGo User s Manual WARNING All packing materials such as tape plastic sheets packaging locks and tags are not part of this toy and should b...

Page 5: ...nnection details Volume Button Press right to increase the volume or left to decrease it Exit Button Press this button to exit a game Help Button Press this button if you need help in a game Cartridge Slot Insert MobiGo cartridges into this slot to begin play AC DC Adaptor Jack Use this to connect an AC DC Adaptor sold separately Contrast button Press this button to adjust screen brightness Right ...

Page 6: ...es Do not mix batteries of different types alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable Ni MH Remove the batteries from the equipment when the unit will not be used for an extended period of time 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 NOTE When the Mob...

Page 7: ...ather than by the cord 3 When you finish playing always turn the MobiGo off and unplug the AC adaptor from both the wall socket and the MobiGo 4 Do not wrap the AC adaptor cord around the MobiGo or it may damage the touch screen 5 To preserve energy MobiGo will automatically turn off after several minutes without input Press the ON OFF button to turn the MobiGo on again Standard Guidelines For Ada...

Page 8: ... for any foreign materials by pushing the cartridge door to open it Always be sure to insert the cartridge correctly Do not turn the power off or remove the cartridge while playing Using the MobiGo Touch Screen MobiGo features a touch sensitive LCD screen You can use your finger to operate the screen in a variety of ways A few of the most common touch operations are shown below Move your finger al...

Page 9: ...rately Screen Cleaning Procedure If your MobiGo screen gets dirty wipe it gently with the soft cloth provided 1 Slightly dampen the soft cloth with a little water and wipe off the screen 2 Wipe the screen again with a dry cloth to dry it Using the MobiGo Keyboard 1 Caps Lock Key Press this key to change between uppercase and lowercase letters 2 Number Lock Key To type in a number first press to ac...

Page 10: ...Press these keys to move the cursor left or right They can also be used in place of the left and right arrows on the directional pad in some games 7 Enter Key Press this key to confirm a selection 8 Delete Key Press this key to erase a character or to backspace Connect to the Computer Connect to the Computer Connect MobiGo to the internet to download new games and follow your child s learning prog...

Page 11: ... the MobiGo may be lost Before connection please check to make sure that your batteries are not running low on power or use an AC Adaptor as a power source during the connection process If the MobiGo is connected properly you will see the message USB Connected appear on your MobiGo screen You will be taken directly to the Learning Lodge Navigator where you can access the MobiGo Home page and enjoy...

Page 12: ...Requirements Mac OS X version 10 5 or 10 6 Safari Internet Browser version 3 0 or later Adobe Flash Player 10 To acquire the latest version of Flash player please visit www adobe com Internet connection required for Internet enabled functions on both PC and Macintosh computers Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and or ...

Page 13: ...is by using the touch screen However there are also a few important hard keys that you ll need to use from time to time The Hard Keys Exit Button During a game press this button to exit the game or press it within a menu to go back to the previous screen Help Button Press this button when you need help in a game QWERTY Keyboard Slide the screen up to reveal the keyboard Use it to enter your name i...

Page 14: ...ulum Number Sequence Addition Fantastic Forest Sam the Squirrel needs your help getting home Help him cross the woods by drawing the correct lines and shapes Curriculum Lines Shapes Shooting Gallery Use the keyboard to play this game Knock down the targets by typing in the letters on Easy level Type the letters in the correct order to spell the word on difficult level Ready Aim Fire Curriculum Let...

Page 15: ...s can t be moved so you ll have to maneuver around them Ice Crack the penguin can t move over the ice cracks but the ice blocks can Hole push the small square ice blocks into the holes to fill them up Curriculum Problem Solving Music Maestro Let s jam to the music Tap the button in the bottom right corner to choose Game Mode or Free Play Mode Then tap the song you want to play In Game Mode follow ...

Page 16: ... conditions the transformer should not be used until properly repaired WARNING A very small percentage of the public due to an existing condition may experience epileptic seizures or momentary loss of consciousness when viewing certain types of flashing colors or patterns While the MobiGo Touch Learning System does not contribute to any additional risks we do recommend that parents supervise their...

Page 17: ...teries are installed in both battery compartments No AC adaptor power Securely connect AC adaptor or car adaptor to both the MobiGo and the power outlet There s a cartridge inserted but the message Please insert a cartridge displays on screen Poor game cartridge connection Unplug the cartridge and check if there s any dirt on it Clean it Then reinsert the cartridge Nothing happens when the MobiGo ...

Page 18: ...ices Copyright Notices Copyright 2010 VTech Electronics North America L L C All Rights Reserved VTech and the VTech logo are registered trademarks of VTech MobiGo is a trademark of VTech Electronics North America L L C All other trademarks are property of their respective owners IMPORTANT NOTE Creating and developing MobiGo Touch Learning System products is accompanied by a responsibility that we ...

Page 19: ...nt 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 occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipmen...

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