SIFTEO SIFTEO10BK Siftable User Manual MANUAL

SIFTEO INC. Siftable MANUAL

Users Manual

Siftable User Manual Siftables are a new gamming system for learning and play. Siftables support single and multi-player games. How do the Sifteo cubes work? Sifteo cubes are a true game system. Each cube is equipped with a full color display, a set of sensing technologies, and wireless communication. During gameplay, the cubes communicate with a nearby computer via the USB wireless link. Manage your games and buy new ones using the Sifteo application installed on your computer. How do I play games? Select a game using the Sifteo application installed on your computer during setup, and hit "Play." The computer will connect to cubes within wireless range and start the game automatically. How do I get new games? You purchase Sifteo points, which you can then exchange for games and other content. Point packs and games are available in the Sifteo app store. Newly purchased games automatically download to your computer. The first time you play, the system will perform a one-time wireless installation onto your cubes. Then you're ready to go! Do I need an account? Yes, your account tracks which games you own, tracks how many points you have, and securely stores your payment information. What's the battery life on a cube? You can play Sifteo games for four hours or more solid without a recharge. How do I turn a cube on or off? Depress the clickable screen to turn a cube on. Cubes turn themselves off after a few minutes of inactivity. What's the wireless range between the cubes and my computer? You'll get the best performance nearby your computer, within a few feet of the USB wireless link. In good conditions the range can extend up to 20 feet. How many cubes can I play with at once?
Our games work great with three cubes, but you can play with up to six at a time. You can get more cubes from the Sifteo website. Can I combine my set with a friend's? Yes - you can play with up to six cubes. Connect the cubes to a single computer, log in and play. Can I use the cubes with more than one computer? Sure - download the Sifteo application onto as many computers as you like. Once you log in to Sifteo application, you'll have access to all your games, no matter which computer you are using. What's the recommended age for Sifteo cubes? We designed Sifteo cubes to be safely enjoyed by adults and kids 6 and older. We do not recommend use by very young children. The USB wireless link can present a choking hazard. The cubes, while sturdily designed, are sophisticated electronic devices. Very rough handling may damage or destroy them. Do kids need supervision or help from an adult? Parent involvement will undoubtedly vary according to the age, reading ability and comfort level of each child. We anticipate that younger children will need a bit more help from a parent to connect Sifteo cubes to the computer and download games. Playing the games should be fun and accessible to anyone aged 6 years and up. Can I use the Sifteo cubes with my Linux computer? How about my iPad? At this time, Sifteo cubes are only compatible with Mac OS X 10.5+ and Windows XP and 7. How sturdy is a cube? Is it waterproof? We designed the cubes to withstand some physical abuse, and they are safe for kids six and older. They are not waterproof. While the cubes are sturdy, they are sophisticated electronic devices. Very rough handling (throwing, dousing in water, and other forms of cube torture) will probably break a cube permanently. When will the product be generally available? We hope to make the product more widely available later in 2011. Are you shipping outside the US?
Not at this time. Is my billing information secure? Yes. Our entire site uses 256-bit encryption for all data sent and received. Our payment provider is a validated Level 1 PCI DSS Compliant Service Provider, and is on Visa’s Global Compliant Provider List and MasterCard’s SDP List. Cardholder data is stored using one of the most advanced encryption methods available. Why isn't my credit card being accepted? Our payment system currently only accepts Visa and Mastercard, so double check your card type. Also make sure the billing address you entered matches the address where statements are sent. And of course, please feel to get in touch with use at help@sifteo.com any time, and we'll try to help. Still need help? Contact us by email: help@sifteo.com This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 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 occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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