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Wonder Tools(TM) Keyboard and Launch & Learn
ReadMe File (v.1.0.0)
⌐ 1996 Compaq Computer Corporation and Fisher-Price Inc. All
rights reserved.
See ParentÆs Guide for help on installation, optimizing performance,
and addressing memory, sound and display problems. Below are some
additional tips not mentioned in the ParentsÆ Guide.
TOY CONTROLS
If at any point, the software stops responding to the toy controls
or responds incorrectly to the toy controls, unplug the toy from
the y-cable and then plug it back in. (DO NOT UNPLUG THE Y-CABLE
FROM THE BACK OF YOUR COMPUTER WITHOUT SHUTTING DOWN FIRST). If
this does not solve the problem, reboot your machine.
USING THE FINGER MOUSE WHEN LAUNCH & LEARN IS NOT RUNNING
You will notice that the Wonder Tools Keyboard finger mouse does
not work when Launch & Learn is not running. We have included a
program on the Launch & Learn CD-ROM which allows the finger mouse
to work at all times. If you want to run this, follow these steps:
Windows '95
1. On your CD-ROM, find WTEnable.exe located in Support\Win 95.
2. Copy WTEnable.exe to your hard drive.
3. Double-click on WTEnable.exe.
Windows 3.1
1. On your CD-ROM, find Enable16.exe located in Support\Win 3.1.
2. Copy Enable16.exe to your hard drive.
3. Double-click on Enable16.exe.
Be advised however that running this program may cause some problems
using your standard keyboard such as causing keystrokes to batch up.
OPEN AND SAVE DIALOGS
You may experience problems with some software programs that you
launch from Launch and Learn if they require the user to open files
from a specific directory. Launch and Learn only allows users to
open/save files to a single directory. If this happens, try moving
the desired file(s) into your childÆs directory located at Program
Files/Wonder Tools/Launch & Learn/Users/"ChildÆs Name".
Some programs, such as Microsoft Word and Excel, use non-standard
save dialogs which Launch and Learn cannot intercept. If your child
is running one of these programs and they save a document, make
sure they navigate to the Program Files/Wonder Tools/Launch &
Learn/Users/"ChildÆs Name" directory before they save it. This way they
will be able to see this saved file from the File Folder on the
Launch & Learn toolbar the next time they use Launch & Learn.
PERFORMANCE
Check the troubleshooting section of the ParentÆs Guide for tips on
optimizing performance.
SCREEN SAVERS
If you are running a screen saver that has password protection while
Launch & Learn is running, disable the password otherwise it will
conflict with Launch & Learn's security features.
TIPS FOR OPTIMIZING MEMORY UNDER WINDOWS 3.1
If you are running on Windows 3.1 and are having memory problems,
there are several steps you can try:
On Windows 3.1, it is strongly recommended that you create at least
8 MBs of virtual memory. This will occupy slightly more space on
your hard drive, but will improve performance. (Refer to your
Windows guide on Changing Swap-File Settings by using the Control
Panel). Make sure you set virtual memory type as permanent not as
temporary.
Also, if you feel comfortable editing config.sys on Windows 3.1,
set File=85 and Buffer=20. To do this, follow these steps:
1. From Program Manager, double-click on Accessories icon.
2. Double-Click on Notepad icon.
3. From the file menu, select open.
4. In "List Files of Type:" box, make sure "all files (*.*)"
is selected.
5. In large right window, double-click on C:\.
6. In large left window, double-click on config.sys.
7. In config.sys look for file and buffer entries and change them
so they say File=85 and Buffer=20.
8. Save the new settings.
9. Restart Windows
Finally, run MemMaker or another memory optimization utility to
optimize memory configuration. To run MemMaker, follow these steps:
1. Exit to DOS
2. From C: type memmaker
3. Press Enter
4. Follow on-screen instructions.
SOUND AND DISPLAY TIPS
If your computer uses any of the following sound cards and you are
running under Windows 3.1, you may experience sound problems:
Turtle Beach Monte Carlo
Turtle Beach Tahiti
Turtle Beach Topaz
ATI Gravis Ultra
Microsoft Sound System
Aztec 16
Contact the sound card manufacturer for technical support.
If you are experiencing sporadic application failures or corrupted
palettes and you have a video card that uses a Cirrus Logic chip
set, you may require updated video drivers or BIOS ROM. Contact
Cirrus Logic or your video card manufacturer for technical support.
OTHER COMPATIBILITY TIPS
Some adult programs that require extensive use of templates and
saving of files such as Lotus Notes and Quicken cannot be used
within Launch & Learn.
If you own Microsoft's Intellipoint Mouse and are experiencing
difficulty using your mouse after you install the Wonder Tools
software, chances are you have an older version of their driver.
Contact Microsoft to obtain their latest drivers.
If you are using other third-party peripherals that plug into the
keyboard port and are experiencing difficulty using them after you
have installed the Wonder Tools Software, you may have a
compatibility problem between the two sets of device drivers.
If you are using the Wonder Tools Keyboard with an IBM PS/2, you
may see a "303 Keyboard Error" message that comes up on rebooting
after install. Just press the escape key and the program should
run without a problem.
On some systems running under Windows'95, when Advanced Power
Management (APM) is on, if you leave the Wonder Tools Software running
and you leave the computer alone, when APM kicks in it may lock up
your system. This can be addressed by turning APM off as follows:
1. From the Start Menu, select Control Panel.
2. Double-click on the Power icon.
3. In the Power Management box, there will be a drop down menu. Make
sure that Off is selected.
4. Click on the OK button to leave the Contrl Panel and reset your
machine.
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Operating System Windows 3.1 or Windows 95
CPU Type & Speed 486/33 PC Compatible
Hard Drive Space 25 MB
Memory 8 MB (at least 8 MB virtual memory under
Windows 3.1 strongly recommended).
Graphics 256-color SVGA Monitor
CD-ROM Speed Double-Speed (for install only)
Audio Sound Blaster or 100% Compatible Sound
Card
Other Needs Speakers, Wonder Tools Cruiser
WEB SITE URLs
Turtle Beach Systems: http://www.tbeach.com
Cirrus Logic: http://www.cirrus.com
Microsoft: http://www.microsoft.com
ATI: http://www.atitech.ca
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT INFORMATION
Call our Toll-Free number, 1-888-WONDER5 (1-888-966-3375).
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Wonder Tools is a trademark of Fisher-Price, Inc. and Compaq
Computer Corporation. Fisher-Price is a registered
trademark of Fisher-Price, Inc. Compaq, registered U.S. Patent
and Trademark office.
Windows «, Windows « 95, and Microsoft « are registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.