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Zanoro
Light-up 3D magic drawing board with fluorescent markers
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What it does
A 3D magic drawing board for children: a clear acrylic panel on a base with LED lights. Whatever is drawn with the fluorescent markers glows when the lights go on and, through the 3D glasses, the lines seem to float in front of the panel. Wipe it with the cloth and start again.
Specifications
| Product type | Light-up drawing board with 3D effect for children |
|---|---|
| Panel size | Approx. 28 × 21 cm |
| Light modes | 3 modes: steady light, colour change and flashing |
| Markers | 4 erasable fluorescent markers |
| Templates and accessories | 3 tracing templates, 3D glasses and cleaning cloth |
| Power | 3 AA batteries, not included |
| Recommended age | From 3 years, with adult supervision |
| Materials | Clear acrylic panel; ABS plastic base |
| Weight | Approx. 450 g without batteries |
| Guarantee | 3-year legal guarantee |
What's in the box
- Zanoro board: acrylic panel and base with lights
- 4 fluorescent markers
- 3D glasses
- 3 tracing templates
- Cleaning cloth
- Instruction manual
Read the full description
Zanoro is a 3D magic drawing board for children: a clear acrylic panel that stands upright on a base with LED lights. You draw on it with fluorescent markers and, when the lights go on, the lines glow. Through the 3D glasses that come with it, the lines seem to lift off the panel. It is designed for children from the age stated by the manufacturer and for families looking for some drawing time away from screens, at the living room table or at a desk.
A light-up drawing board for children that glows as they draw
The panel is smooth and clear, and the base lights it through its edge. The light travels inside the acrylic and picks out the fluorescent ink, so each line looks like a small neon tube. With the lights off it is simply a panel to draw on; with the lights on and the room dim, the drawing turns into a lamp. The less light there is around it, the stronger the effect.
A 3D board with glasses: the lines seem to float
Look at the lit drawing through the 3D glasses included and the lines seem to float in front of the panel. The effect shows best with the lights on and little light in the room, and it can change with the colours used and with how far away you stand. It is a simple optical effect and not everyone sees it in the same way. Without the glasses the drawing looks bright and flat: they are an extra for looking, not something you need for drawing.
A drawing board with lights: modes and colours from one button
On the base there is a button that switches the lights on; pressing it again changes the colour or the lighting mode. The modes this model has are listed in the specifications table. Steady light is the most comfortable for drawing; the modes that flash look striking for showing off a finished drawing.
Tracing templates, then wipe and start again
The templates slide in behind the panel and the picture shows through, so all it takes is following the lines with a marker. They help children get the hang of it before drawing freehand. When a drawing has had its day, a wipe with the cloth supplied leaves the panel clean. It is best to wipe at the end of each session: fresh ink comes off more easily.
How to use it
Fit the batteries
An adult opens the cover on the base, puts the batteries in and closes it properly. The battery type is in the specifications table.
Set up the panel
Slot the acrylic panel into the groove in the base and, if you are going to trace, slide a template in behind it.
Draw with the markers
Use the fluorescent markers on the front face of the panel and put the caps back on when you finish.
Switch on the lights
Dim the room, press the button on the base and choose a mode. Put on the 3D glasses to see the effect.
Wipe and repeat
Run the cloth over the panel and start another drawing.
Care and maintenance
- Wipe with the cloth supplied or with a soft cloth; if a film of ink is left, dampen the cloth slightly with water.
- Do not use alcohol, solvents or scouring pads: acrylic scratches and turns dull easily.
- Cap the markers firmly after each use so they do not dry out.
- Take the batteries out if the board is going to be stored for a long time.
- Keep the glasses and the templates flat so they do not bend.
Frequently asked questions
How does a 3D magic drawing board work?
The base lights the acrylic panel through its edge, and that light makes the ink from the fluorescent markers glow. The 3D effect comes from the glasses: when you look at the drawing through them, the lines seem to float in front of the panel. Without glasses the drawing looks bright but flat.
What batteries does a light-up board take, and are they included?
It runs on batteries, with no plug and no cable. The type and the number are given in the specifications table, and they are not in the box, so it is worth having them at home before giving it as a present. An adult fits and changes them, and it is better to take them out if the board is going to be stored for a while.
Do the fluorescent markers for the board stain?
Yes, they can stain clothes, upholstery and furniture, like any marker. They wipe off the panel with the cloth, but on fabrics and porous surfaces the ink may not come out. Protect the table, dress children in clothes that can take a stain and teach them to cap the markers when they finish.
Can you see the drawing with the room light on?
You can, but it glows far less. The glow and the 3D glasses effect really show in low light: at dusk, with the blind down or with a faint lamp on. In full sun or under a spotlight it works like an ordinary clear board, without the neon look.
What do I do when the markers run out?
You will need erasable fluorescent markers, suitable for smooth surfaces such as glass or acrylic. Permanent ones will not do, because they do not wipe off the panel, and ordinary whiteboard markers hardly glow under the light. Before drawing with a replacement, check in a corner that it wipes off well with the cloth.
From what age is a light-up board for children recommended?
The recommended age is set by the manufacturer and appears on the packaging and in the specifications table. It is not for children under three because of the small parts, such as the marker caps. With younger children an adult should be present, mainly because of ink stains and the batteries.
