Radica Games 3D Instruction manual

Model 74033

1 or 2 Players / Ages 8 and up

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

P/N 82383510 Rev.E

THE CLASSIC GAME GOES 3-D!

Clear a line or go for the block in Tetris Tower! Touch, feel, and control real Tetris pieces - Play alone or head-to-head! You've never seen Tetris like this! It's the next step in Tetris evolution...Tetris Tower!

Button Features

Reset

NO. of players selector

Turn Indicator

E 1 TIMER - As the light travels down the side of the game, you have until it reaches the bottom to insert your Tetrimino piece into the tower.

TETRIMINOES - These 60 classic Tetris pieces are dropped into the tower to create solid lines.

RESET - When a blunt point is inserted, this button resets the game to its original settings.

SLEEP MODE - After 60 seconds of inactivity, the game will automatically shut down, going into "sleep mode." To turn it on again, simply press the ON / START / NEW GAME button.

HOW TO PLAY

Begin by emptying any

TETRIMINOES left in the game by holding the game upside down and spreading them out beside the game. Then press the ON / START /

NEW GAME button to wake the game from SLEEP MODE or press and hold the ON / START / NEW

GAME to start a new game.

Next, press the # PLAYERS button to select 1 or 2 players.

NOTE: If the # PLAYERS button is not pressed, the game automatically runs in “two player” mode.

Press the ON / START / NEW GAME button to begin.

TWO PLAYERS

The side of the game with the ON / START / NEW GAME button is for Player One. The opposite side is for Player Two.

Block

Timer

5 rows of cleared lines

On/Start/New

Game Sound

Level Piece Indicator

Line

Score Lever

ON / START / NEW GAME - This button turns the game ON,

START a game or End a current game. To start a NEW GAME press and hold the button.

# PLAYERS - Press this button to choose 1 or 2 players.

SOUND - This button adjusts the game's sound.

1. Press once, the Tetris song is turned off.

2. Press a second time, all the sounds are turned off.

3. Press a third time, all the sounds are turned on.

LEVEL - This button selects the level you would like to play.

There are 5 levels. The time allowed for a higher level is shorter.

At level set-up, it will indicate what level you chose.

TURN INDICATOR - The “T” on each side of the game lights up to let you know whose turn it is.

PIECE INDICATORS - These pieces light up to let you know which Tetrimino piece to play next. The piece indicator also flashes your opponents next piece to help you build a strategy.

LINE SCORE LEVER - When you've created a solid line across, flick the lever towards you to keep track of the score.

The player to go first is chosen by the game randomly. One of the five PIECE INDICATORS will light up on player's side of the game.

The player must begin with this shape. Grab the TETRIMINO piece and drop it into the Tetris Tower game before the TIMER runs out.

You'll also notice that another PIECE INDICATOR is flashing. This is the next piece your opponent will have to play.

NOTE: If only one PIECE INDICATOR is lit and flashing, this shaped TETRIMINO will be used twice in a row by you and your opponent.

If you drop your TETRIMINO after your time has run out, the other player will get to drop two pieces in a row, giving him or her an advantage.

The object of the game is to create as many solid lines across as possible. When you create a solid line across the tower, you score a point. Indicate this by moving the individual LINE SCORE

LEVER toward you.

The game is over when the TETRIMINOES are stacked all the way to the top of the tower. Find out who won by counting the LINE

SCORE LEVERS and see who got the most lines.

ONE PLAYER

This is played the exact same way but without taking turns. See how many lines you can create in one game. You still have to place the TETRIMINOES into the tower before the TIMER runs out. If you don't beat the TIMER four times, your game will end.

Good Luck!

Note: Bright lighting such as halogen lights close to the product may interfere with game play.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

This game is powered by two (2) AA (LR6) batteries.

• Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw until the battery compartment door can be removed.

• Insert two (2) AA (LR6) batteries (we recommend alkaline) as indicated inside the battery compartment.

• Replace the battery compartment door and tighten the screw with a screwdriver. Do not over-tighten.

ADULT SUPERVISION IS RECOMMENDED WHEN CHANGING

BATTERIES.

CAUTION

• As with all small batteries, the batteries used with this game should be kept away from small children who might still put things in their mouths. If a battery is swallowed, consult a physician immediately.

• Be sure you insert the battery correctly and always follow the game and battery manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not dispose of batteries in fire.

• Batteries might leak if improperly installed, or exploded if recharged, disassembled or heated.

MAINTENANCE

• Handle this game carefully.

• Store this game away from dusty or dirty areas.

• Keep this game away from moisture or temperature extremes.

• Do not disassemble this game. If a problem occurs, press the

Reset button or remove and replace the batteries to reset the computer, or try new batteries. If problems persist, consult your warranty information located at the end of this instruction manual.

• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable

(nickel-cadmium) batteries.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

• Remove any exhausted batteries from the game.

• The supply terminals are not to be short circuited.

• Insert batteries with the correct polarity.

Please retain this for future reference.

PRODUCT WARRANTY

(This product warranty is valid in the United Kingdom only)

All products in the RADICA® range are fully guaranteed for a period of 6 months from the original purchase date under normal use, against defective workmanship and materials (batteries excluded). This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accident, unreasonable use, negligence, improper service or other causes not arising out of defects in material or workmanship.

In the unlikely event that you do experience a problem within the first 6 months, please telephone the UK Technical Support team:

Tel. 0871 222 8278. Calls are charged at 10p per minute and will show up on your standard telephone bill. Helpline hours are 2pm-11pm, Monday to Friday.

IMPORTANT: Always test the product with fresh alkaline batteries. Even new batteries may be defective or weak and low battery power is a frequent cause of unsatisfactory operation.

YOUR STATUTORY RIGHTS ARE NOT EFFECTED.

Distributed by:

RADICA U.K. Ltd.

The Old Stables, Munns Farm,

Cole Green, Hertfordshire,

SG14 2NL, England

Tetris®; © Elorg 1987

Tetris Tower 3D; © Elorg 2004

Tetris Logo by Roger Dean;

© The Tetris Company 1997

All Rights Reserved

Original Concept & Design by Alexey Pajitnov

Tetris® licensed to The Tetris Company and sublicensed to Radica Games

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