Warranty & Support This product is provided with a one year warranty for problems found during normal usage. Mistreating the Outdoor Big Point or opening the unit will invalidate this warranty. All out of warranty repairs will be subject to a replacement fee. Technical Support Please visit www.tts-group.co.uk for the latest product information. Email feedback@tts-group.co.uk for technical support. TTS Group Ltd. Park Lane Business Park Kirkby-in-Ashfield Nottinghamshire, NG17 9GU, UK. Freephone: 0800 318686 Freefax: 0800 137525 TTS is proud to be part of plc Outdoor Big Point TM TTS Product Code: EY04773 WARNING: Do not dispose of this product in household waste. Hand it over to a collection point for recycling electronic appliances. WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts choking hazard. Made in China, on behalf of the TTS Group Ltd. N448 xx
Outdoor Big Point TM Ideal for outdoor learning USER GUIDE
Important Information Please read all instructions carefully before using n Please retain these instructions for future reference, as they contain important information. n All cleaning should be carried out by an adult. n Ensure the product is switched off before cleaning begins. n To clean the Outdoor Big Points wipe with a clean damp cloth. n This product is designed to be waterproof; however it is not recommended that the product is left outside for long periods of time. n Please do not stand on the Outdoor Big Point. Safety Information n Batteries should be fitted by an adult. n Use batteries of the same type. n Do not mix new and old batteries; replace all batteries at the same time. n Do not mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries. n Ensure batteries are inserted with the correct polarity. n Ensure all used batteries are disposed of in the correct manner. n Do not allow batteries to come into contact with liquids at any time. n All batteries should be removed from the product for long periods of storage. Fitting & Replacing Batteries 1. Your Outdoor Big Points use 3 x 1.5V AAA batteries. 2. Batteries must be inserted with the correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment. 3. Remove the battery cover with a screwdriver. 4. Remove the exhausted batteries, and dispose of responsibly. 5. Fit the batteries according to the markings on the product. 6. Replace the battery cover and tighten screws.
Outdoor Big Point TM The Outdoor Big Point is extremely versatile and can be used indoors or out. There are lots of ways to use it as it can be adapted to meet the child s interest. With a thirty second record time and a removable window panel, your own text or images can be added to aid activities or describe what children may hear. We know you ll think of lots of ways to use this exciting resource as you take ICT outdoors, but here are a few suggestions to get you started: Using Pre-recorded messages Make a Treasure Trail Leave clues recorded on the Outdoor Big Point for children to listen to and follow. You could use numbers or visual cues to help children follow clues in the right sequence. Leave a Message... Leave messages, jokes, instructions, greetings, puzzles etc. for children around your setting or classroom as part of a task or simply making your area more interactive. Display Making a talking wall, display, gallery etc. can now be taken outdoors with the Outdoor Big Point. Set a Challenge Outdoor Big Points can be used indoors or out to give instructions or challenges. Here are a few ideas we had: n Go and find something made of wood, metal, plastic etc. n Can you find something red, green, blue, etc. n Find something that is living, clear, opaque, shiny, etc. n Find something that is a circle, triangle, square, etc. What s Missing? Record rhymes and songs. Leave a message with the start of a rhyme for children to finish themselves. Alternatively, record a sentence and miss out a word, then ask children what is missing.
Talking Sequences Set the Outdoor Big Points in a line and make a talking number line or create other sequences for children to use. Record questions to develop thinking and enquiry what comes next in the sequence, or what is the odd one out? Make a Sound Wall Combine the fun with your outdoor music space to create an interactive music wall. Record found sounds such as bins being hit, the sound of a dog barking etc., then get children to create their own rhythms. With thirty seconds of recording space, you could also record beats and samples and play a song live. A Helping Hand Leave an Outdoor Big Point next to a task with suggestions, stimuli, ideas, etc. You could also leave questions to help children think about their interests and choices. What food do you like best? Where do you like to go, etc. Talking Calendars Make a talking calendar with the date, weather etc. Great for children comparing temperature or weather while still outside: This morning it s bright and sunny but quite cold could well turn into this afternoon it s wet and windy, especially at the turning of the seasons. Children Recording their own Sounds While there are lots of ways for you to pre-record activities, it s also easy for children to record their own messages. Here are a few ideas for using recording in learning: n Ask children to take the Outdoor Big Point with them to record their observations, findings, etc. n Record greetings, rhymes, suggestions etc. n Take home or into the local community to record greetings, songs or rhymes. This is great for Understanding the World, whether you are recording a traditional African song or comparing the range of accents from the UK. n Record a short song or rhyme that the children have made. n Record tunes or rhythms outdoors.
Outdoor Big Point TM n Record story parts why not start a jackanory style tale as children experiment with story beginnings, middles and ends that they create themselves? Know your Outdoor Big Point Hanger Remove all four screws to remove battery cover Battery cover Record button Mic Speaker
Recording and Playback Recording 1. Press the record button once, you will hear a beep to indicate recording has begun. 2. Speak clearly into the microphone. 3. Press the record button again to end the recording. 4. To make a new recording, just press the record button again. Record Button Mic Playback 1. The entire top half of the Outdoor Big Point acts as the play button. Just press the top half to play back the message.
Outdoor Big Point TM Outdoor Big Points Additional Features Your Outdoor Big Points have a removable plastic sheet that allows a piece of paper or thin card to be inserted. Your Outdoor Big Points have been designed to be weather proof. Simply wipe down with a clean damp cloth after use. Feature Battery Type Battery Life (Playback mode) Recording & Playback length Specification 3 x 1.5V AAA batteries Approx 2000 playbacks 30 seconds Question Outdoor Big Points will not record sounds. Outdoor Big Points will not playback recordings. Answer Ensure the Outdoor Big Point is in record mode. Ensure that the batteries are fresh, and are inserted correctly. Press once and release to begin message playback. Ensure that the batteries are fresh, and are inserted correctly.