Dance Aerobics
[] = transcription notes---[FRONT COVER]NES-AE-USAPOWER PAD REQUIREDNintendo Entertainment System(R)Dance AerobicsHop, skip and jump your way into shape!INSTRUCTION BOOKLET---[PAGE 1 - INSIDE FRONT COVER][SEAL: Official Nintendo Seal of Quality (TM)]This official seal is your assurance that Nintendo has reviewedthis product and that it has met our standards for excellence inworkmanship, reliability and entertainment value.  Always lookfor this seal when buying games and accessories to ensurecomplete compatibility with your Nintendo Entertainment System.---[PAGE 2]Thank you for selecting the Nintendo Entertainment System (R)Dance Aerobics (TM) Pak.  This game requires the Power Pad (TM)attachment.Please read this instruction booklet to ensure proper handling ofyour new game, and then save the booklet for future reference.PRECAUTIONS1)  This is a high percision game.  It should not be stored in    places that are very hot or cold.  Never hit or drop it.  Do    not take it apart.2)  Avoid touching the connectors, do not get them wet or dirty.    Doing so may damage the game.3)  Do not clean with benzene, paint thinner, alcohol or other    such solvents.*Note:*In the interest of product improvement, Nintendo EntertainmentSystem specifications and design are subject to change withoutprior notice.  This game has been programmed to take advantage ofthe full screen.  Some older model T.V.s have rounded screens andmay block out a portion of the image.(C) 1988 Nintendo of America Inc.---[PAGE 3]SAFETY PRECAUTIONSWARNINGPersons with heart, respiratory, back and joint problems, highblood pressure or under a physician's direction to restrictactivity *should not use the Power Pad without a physician'sadvice.*  Pregnant women should not use the Power Pad.  Seriouspersonal injury can result.CAUTION*Do not wear shoes!!  Keep all sharp objects away from the PowerPad at all times.**Do not use the Power Pad outside or near sources of heat ormoisture.*Do not use the Power Pad on any soft, thickly padded surface suchas a couch or lawn.  You could stretch or break the internalmechanism as well as cause possible personal injury.Make sure the Control Deck power if *OFF* when changing any GamePak or making a connection from the Power Pad.  Connecting itwith the power on could damage the Nintendo Entertainment System.Do not stand on the Power Pad while making a connection.When unplugging the Power Pad connector from the Control Deck,always hold the connector itself, not the cord.  Do not touch theterminals or wet them with water.  Personal injury could result.All users should do several minutes of warm-up exercises beforestarting to play games on the Power Pad.Select an area to use the Power Pad where you will not be in theway of other people or objects in case of falls.  Do not positionthe television set where you may hit if you fall.  Failure toread and comply with the instructions, including these safetyprecautions may result in personal injury to you and/or damage tothe Power Pad.  Nintendo of American Inc. assumes noresponsibility, obligation, or liability for injuries sustaineddue to such failure.---[PAGE 4]CONTENTS1. Welcome to Dance Aerobics                        52. The Aerobics Studio Curriculum                   63. How to connect and operate the Power Pad         74. Lesson time                                      95. Getting Started                                  106. Dance Aerobics                                   117. How to input your Pass Stamp                     158. Pad Antics                                       169. Aerobic Studios                                  19INTRODUCTIONThis game is designed for use with the Power Pad.  It gives youthe thrill of real Aerobics as you use your body energetically onthe Power Pad.  With Dance Aerobics, shape up using the "B" sideof the Power Pad.REMEMBER!!!!!!!Warm up before playing Dance Aerobics.Don't over do it!  We suggest a maximum of one hour a day.When playing, don't strain yourself...relax and enjoy!---[PAGE 5]1.  WELCOME TO DANCE AEROBICSIn Dance Aerobics, follow what the Instructor does and says.Progress through all 8 classes in the exercise studio, from theintroductory class right up to the most advanced level.  Yourroom will change into a aerobic studio whenever you want it to.You can enjoy a work out with your family, friends, or byyourself.  But remember, it's important to work out at a pacethat's just right for you.*From the Instructors**What is "Aerobic Exercise"?*"Aerobics" is a type of exercise for improving your stamina.  Itaims at building up your body so your heart and lung functionscan efficiently carry oxygen throughout your body.  Stamina, notmuscle power is important for your body health.  This is thebasic philosophy behind aerobics.---[PAGE 6]2.  THE AEROBIC STUDIO CURRICULUM*Dance Aerobics*-------------------------------------------------------------Introductory        Beginner        Intermediate    Advanced    Classes         Classes             Classes     Classes-------------------------------------------------------------    1 & 2           3 & 4               5 & 6       7 & 8-------------------------------------------------------------*Pass Stamp*The code entry screen which allows you to begin at the higherlevels in Dance Aerobics.*Pad Antics** Tune Up   * Mat Melodies  * Ditto*Aerobic Studios*-------------------------------------------------------------    Studio      Studio      Studio      Studio      5           10          15          20----------------------------------------------------------------[PAGE 7]HOW TO CONNECT AND OPERATE THE POWER PADUse Side B of the Power Pad with this Game Pak.  Do not use SideA.HOW TO CONNECT THE POWER PAD TO YOUR NINTENDO ENTERTAINMENTSYSTEM CONTROL DECK.To adjust the television screen when connecting the Control Deckto your television, carefully read the Control Deck andtelevision instructions.1.  Turn the Control Deck Power Switch to OFF.  Plug the ControlDeck Controller Connector into the No. 1 socket on the front ofthe Control Deck.2.  Plug the Power Pad Connector into the No. 2 socket on thefront of the Control Deck.3.  Insert the Game Pak into the Control Deck.  Open the PowerPad completely, then turn on the Power Switch on the ControlDeck.---[PAGE 8]*Power Pad Parts*(1) (2) (3) (4) choose selections on the game menus.(6) starts the game(1) - (12) for entire game once started.*Controller*Start ButtonPress the Start Button to pause the action during play.---[PAGE 9]4.  LESSON TIME1.  Before starting Dance Aerobics, warm up with a few lightstretching and jumping exercises.Caution: Sudden exercise is not good for your health.2.  If the Power Pad moves during exercise and hinders your    enjoyment of the game, we recommend laying a commercially    available vinyl carpet underneath the Power Pad.  This will    also dampen noise.*Special Precautions*1.  Limit play to a maximum of one hour per day.2.  Excessive exercise can be harmful.3.  Consult your physician if you classify yourself as:    Being pregnant    Under medication    Having heart problems    Having physical disabilites---[PAGE 10]5.  GETTING STARTEDPress Start on the Controller or step on number (6) on the PowerPad.  In either case the Main Menu Select Screen will appear.When you step on (1) (2) (3) or (4) of the Power Pad, thatparticular game or game menu will appear on the screen.(1) Dance Aerobics(2) Pass Stamp(3) Pad Antics(4) Aerobic Studios---[PAGE 11]6. DANCE AEROBICSFollow your instructor's movements and aerobicise on the PowerPad.  There are eight different classes, each more challengingthen the last.  For every mistake you make in the timing of yoursteps or where you move on the Power Pad, the number of coinswill decrease.  Once you have lost all of your coins you can notafford to make a mistake.  If you do, the class is over and youwill not get a Pass Stamp to the next level!*Now watch your instructor carefully and start exercising.*---[PAGE 12]First of all, the instructor will show you a series of steps or"Routine".  Here, the coins will not disappear if you make amistake.  Learn the steps while matching your movements to theInstructor's.Try not to make any mistakes in your movements!Follow your instructor's movements as if you were looking in amirror.  If your Instructor raises her right arm, you raise yourleft arm.When you're exercising in a seated position on the Power Pad, theposition of your hands and feet will be checked.  You may sit on(6) & (7) or (10) & (11).---[PAGE 13]Introductory Classes 1 & 2Beginner Classes 3 & 4The Instructor will give the message "WATCH THE WAY I MOVE" toallow you to practice the routines.  When the message "FOLLOW ME"appears, judging will begin.  If the message "RELAX AND ENJOY"appears, the judges have determined that incorrect moves arebeing made.Intermediate Classes 5 & 6In these classes, you exercise together with your instructorwithout practicing.  You're not judged for the first eight beatsof the class.Advanced Classes 7 & 8These are just like the intermediate classes, but, you are notjudged for the first four beats of the class.If you complete the final class (8) you will be crowned AnAerobics Superstar!---[PAGE 14]Once crowned, press the Reset Button and the Routines willchange to make it even more of a challenge.Each time you make the mistake of moving out of time ormisplacing your hands or feet, you lose a coin.  Once you loseall the coins your class is over.  So watch carefully what theinstructor's doing!The next time you work out with Dance Aerobics, you can startfrom the next class if you input your Pass Stamp Number.  Readthe next page for details on how to input the Pass Stamp.---[PAGE 15]7.  HOW TO INPUT YOUR PASS STAMPFor each class successfully completed in Dance Aerobics you willbe shown a number.  This number is your Pass Stamp.  You canadvance to the next higher level class using this number alongwith Pass Stamps from earlier levels (if any).  To input yourPass Stamp first select "Pass Stamp" on the Menu SelectionScreen.*It looks like this!*The Pass Stamp screen will appear.  Use the corresponding numberson the Power Pad to enter your Pass Stamp(s).Enter your Pass Stamps in the order received.Once your Pass Stamp(s) is entered, press number (6) on the PowerPad to start your class.---[PAGE 16]8.  PAD ANTICSIf you step on the number (3) of the Dance Aerobics MenuSelection Screen, the Pad Antics Menu Screen will appear.  Youcan choose Tune Up, Mat Melodies or Ditto.(TUNE UP)In this game you make music with the Power Pad.  The screen showsyou the Power Pad, and where the notes are.When you step on a note on the Power Pad (except (6) & (7)), itwill show up on the music score above.---[PAGE 17](MAT MELODIES)Mat Melodies is similar to Tune Up but in this case you playalong with the Mat Melody tune.  Move your feet around the PowerPad just as the green dots move on the screen.  Be aware, yourerrors are being counted and if you make too many, your game willend.---[PAGE 18](DITTO)In this segment of Pad Antics you are challenged to match thecomputer's green feet and hands.  It's not easy.The positions for placing your hands and feet will appear oneafter the other.  Any body position is fine, but you have to putyour hands and feet on the points indicated.The quicker you are at placing your hands and feet on thedesignated points on the Power Pad, the higher your score.  Ifyou score more than 80 points, the pace gets faster.---[PAGE 19]9.  AEROBIC STUDIOSThere are four different Aerobic Studios.  Studio 5, 10, 15, 20.Using (1) (2) (3) (4) you can select a 5, 10, 15 or 20 minuteworkout.---[PAGE 20]Your score for each studio workout is determined by how well youkeep up.  Play is very similar to that of Dance Aerobic Classes.Your score begins at 100 and will decrease if you make mistakes.However, if you manage to complete the next Routine correctly youcan bring your score back up.Remember, every time you hit Reset the Routines will change theirorder, then you can enjoy a whole new aerobic workout.---[PAGE 21 -- COMPLIANCE WITH FCC REGULATIONS]---[PAGE 22/INSIDE BACK COVER -- 90-DAY LIMITED WARRANTY NINTENDOGAME PAKS]---[BACK COVER]Nintendo (R)NINTENDO OF AMERICA  PO BOX #957  REDMOND, WA 98073-0957 USAPrinted in Japan