Gadgetree USB Missile Launcher Instructions

1.  DOWNLOAD THE SOFTWARE

Go to www.thesource.ca/downloads. You will be redirected to the 

Dream Cheeky site. Click on “DOWNLOAD & SUPPORT”. 

2.

  Click on           (Software Windows) 

under the Launcher picture and save 

the installation file on your desktop. 

3.

  Click “Run” when the download is 

complete and click “Run” again to 

accept the unknown publisher. 

4.

  In the set-up window, take a moment 

to read the license agreement. Click “I 

Agree” to accept, then click “Start 

Install”. 

5.

If you need to change the installation 

folder, click “Option” before starting 

the installation.

After the Launcher program has been 

successfully installed, the Installation 

Complete window will show up. 

Click “Close” to finish.

6.

Connect the USB cable attached to the 

Launcher to a USB port located on your 

PC prior to playing with it.

7.

Double click the Launcher icon on the 

Desktop to run the Launcher software. 

(If you are on a network system, this 

may not appear. Please find the 

software in the Start Menu.) The Tray 

Icon will appear when the software is 

running.

USB MISSILE 

LAUNCHER

8003036

This packaging 

contains:

Before using the product, carefully read this manual 

and retain it for future reference.

Installation -  PC Computers

Operation  -  PC Computers

• Windows 7/ Vista / XP SP2 or later

• PC with Pentium 4 or compatible 

  processor

• One available USB 2.0 port

• 512 MB of system RAM

• 50 MB available hard disk space

• VGA or higher-resolution monitor

• Sound card

• Internet access

Minimum system requirements for PC :

Safety

Launcher x 1 

Foam Missiles x 4

Instruction Manual x 1

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PRECAUTIONS:

Before using this product, carefully read this manual and retain it for future reference.

SAFETY:

•  This product has been designed with the highest concern for safety.

•  However, any electrical device, if used improperly, has the potential of causing 

fire, electrical shock or personal injury. 

•  To help ensure accident-free operation, follow these guidelines:

Stop use and unplug the USB cord immediately if the device functions in an 

abnormal  manner, produces unusual sounds or smells, or becomes too hot.

USE AND HANDLING

1.   Do not expose the Launcher to high temperatures, high humidity, or direct 

sunlight.

2.   Do not expose the Launcher to dust, smoke or steam.

3.   Do not allow small particles to get into the Launcher.

4.   Do not place the Launcher on surfaces that are unstable or subject to vibration.

5.   Do not throw or drop the Launcher, or subject it to physical shock.

CLEANING:

1.   For safety reasons, unplug the USB cord from your computer before cleaning.

2.   Wipe gently with a damp cloth, and then dry the surface.

3.   Do not use solvents or other chemicals to clean the exterior of the Launcher.

GENERAL:

1.   Should the product exhibit unexpected behaviour, unplug the unit and then 

restart the computer.

Installing the Launcher program onto your PC couldn't be easier. 

Just follow these simple instructions and you will be ready to go in no time!

Note: Install the software before connecting your Launcher.

Note: Using a USB hub or docking station may result in a loss of power. 

This could cause the unit to not work properly.  

Plug directly into the USB port on your computer. 

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TO OPERATE THE LAUNCHER

Thank you for purchasing this Gadgetree USB Missile Launcher.

This product is supported by our partner Dream Cheeky. 

To access the software for downloading, please type in 

www.thesource.ca/downloads. You will be redirected to the 

Dream Cheeky site, follow the instructions to download.

Instructions for Windows 

and Mac software

Launcher

Icon

Tray

Icon

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3

3

4

3

3

5

6

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Double click the Thunder icon on the 

desktop.

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Slide the missiles on the Launcher 

to load!

Note:  Please be sure to install the software and plug your Launcher 

into a USB port on your PC prior to operating the unit.

To operate your Missile Launcher, use the 

Thunder control panel:

1.   Press to minimize the window.

2.   Press to close the software.

3.   Press to aim the Missile Launcher, or 

use the arrow keys on your keyboard.

4.   Press to fire the foam missile, or use the 

space bar on your keyboard. 

5.   Press to reset the Missile Launcher.

6.  Press to mute the sound.