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Welcome to VL Systems
The Company
VL Systems grew out of Vektor Multimedia to meet the needs of the UK and European corporate and
education markets. We bring with us Vektor's two decades of research and development in this
hemisphere as well as in Asia and Latin America.
Vektor Multimedia was launched in 1989 after 5 years of academic research into technology-based
language learning in the UK. From the outset, it has been a leader in the creation of learning
applications for businesses and schools and in laying the foundations for the new age of multimedia
and e-learning.
Vektors catalogue is a measure of this dynamism and experience with over 70 CD-ROM language
titles, a vast array of online resources, as well as multimedia language centres in Asia, Europe and
Latin America.
VL Systems is the next step in this evolution building on Vektor's pioneering vision and experience to
create and nurture the next generation of training and education applications for home, school,
company and the Internet.
VL Systems in Business
We offer total language training solutions for business. We have a wide range of CD ROM and online
products designed specifically for the business market, including self-access and tutored blended
courses. Using our courses thousands of professionals have learnt to communicate at all levels in
English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese, Japanese and Mandarin.
In addition to language training we offer:
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Contents
VL Systems in Business
Vektor Language System
Essentials
Expressions
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Pardon my
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Muzzy
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Foundations
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Language Library
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How to order
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Support
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Order Form
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Features
General
Personal Tutor a native speaker who conducts the assignments and provides
Pre-Course Assessment:
Oral Interview telephone
Portuguese 3 levels
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site / Network licences available (see page 23)
To place an order or for more information about the Vektor Language System please
contact us on 0161 828 3000 or catalogue@vl-systems.com
Face to face training in the following languages is also available at our London office:
English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Czech,
Slovakian, Arabic, Japanese and Mandarin.
London office: Contact Kathy Maynard on 020 7628 9555
or kathy.maynard@vl-systems.com
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Features
High quality sound and video footage presenting all the sounds of English
Record and playback function to enable comparison with a native-speaker
Mother-tongue specific workplans that target the sounds most relevant to each
learner
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour display.
Browser compatibility: IE 5.5+ & Windows Media Player, Netscape 6+ & Realplayer
To place an order or for more information about the Pronunciation Centre please contact
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Features
Glossary - The vocabulary of everyday life - all the words you thought you needed,
and more, to handle yourself in any situation.
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display.
Browser compatibility: IE 5.5+ & Windows Media Player, Netscape 6+ & Realplayer
To place an order or for more information about the Support Centre please contact us on
0161 828 3000 or catalogue@vl-systems.com
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Connections
Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced
The Connections series is a world leader for English and foreign language learning in both
the business and education markets. All of the courses cover a wide range of topics
providing comprehensive training in the language of business and travel. The language is
presented using extensive video footage and sound files, then practised and tested using
a variety of role-plays and exercises. This product is highly versatile and is suitable for use
as a quick revision aid, for topic-based learning, or as a complete self-study course.
Features
High-quality video footage provides the language focus for each topic
BBC video in English Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced
Learners can take part in real-life role-plays, interacting with a virtual course tutor
Grammar and language structure support throughout
Voice record and playback features provide pronunciation practice and nativespeaker comparison
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
French
German
Spanish
Italian
Japanese
Portuguese
CO150
CO151
CO152
CO155
CO153
CO154
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Essentials
Beginner
An easy to use CD Rom aimed at students beginning to study a language. Fun graphics
and digital audio make learning the fundamentals of the language so simple. Suitable for
adults and children, for self-study, supported learning and as a revision aid.
Features
Covers essential topics like alphabet, numbers, time, weather and basic phrases
Voice record and playback facilities help pronunciation
Fun listening tests
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
French
German
Spanish
Italian
English
English Workbook
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Expressions
Lower Intermediate
An attractive CD Rom for learners of a lower intermediate level which can be used for
self-access, to support teaching or as a revision aid. The wide range of activities teach the
language in a structured and progressive way. Suitable for adults and children.
Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
French
German
Spanish
Italian
English
English Workbook
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Features
Topics include greetings and introductions, family, and time and daily routine
Voice record and playback facilities allow for pronunciation practice and comparison
with native speakers
Visually attractive with digital video and full colour illustrations to aid
comprehension
Guide to Mandarin tones with voice comparison facilities
Interactive tests to monitor speaking and listening skills
Comprehensive student tracking system and graphical progress reports
Minimum Specification
Celeron 400 or equivalent, 32 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Features
Topics include greetings and introductions, time and daily routine, and days/
months/dates
Voice record and playback facilities allow for pronunciation practice and comparison
with native speakers
Visually attractive with digital video and full colour photographs to aid
comprehension
Guide to Cantonese tones with voice comparison facilities
Interactive tests to monitor speaking and listening skills
Comprehensive student tracking system
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Pardon my
Lower Intermediate/Intermediate
A must for anyone wanting to learn a language for holidays, school trips or business trips.
Follow the exploits of a couple of tourists on holiday and see how easy it is to pick up
survival language. A must for anyone planning a holiday to France or Spain!
Features
Topics include checking into a hotel, shopping, eating out, changing money
Picture dictionary is a fun way of learning vocabulary
Audio supported phrase book covering 72 topics with bi-lingual support
Fun games practise the learners understanding
Wholly interactive with voice record facilities
A Trivia Challenge game tests the learners language and cultural knowledge
Extensive cultural slideshows supported by full colour photographs, with a handy
hints section and general travel information
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
French
Spanish
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Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Launchpad
Beginner/Lower intermediate
An attractive, fun series of CD Roms for the younger learner. Language is presented in a
structured and progressive manner and follows the National Curriculum. Suitable for
supported learning, self-study and as a revision aid.
Features
Topics are presented at 3 levels which progress in terms of the vocabulary and
grammar structures used
Topics cover greetings, introducing yourself, numbers, days of the week, weather,
months, dates, family, pets, colours, size, telling the time, seasons, countries, cities
Digital video and attractive cartoon illustrations help childrens comprehension
Activities practise listening, speaking, reading and writing skills and develop cultural
awareness
Voice record facilities let the children practise their pronunciation time and time
again
Guidance for teachers, parents and children
Tracking available with print options
Minimum Specification
Pentium 2 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour display,
x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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French
German
Spanish
Italian
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Muzzy
Beginner/Lower intermediate
The most exciting and comprehensive childrens language learning title ever published on
CD Rom, starring the worlds most successful language learning character Muzzy!
Children can learn French, Spanish, German, Italian and English from just one CD Rom.
Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Foundations
Intermediate/Upper Intermediate
A highly interactive, 2 CD Rom pack providing a structured grammar course suitable for
GCSE, AS/A Level, Scottish Standard and Scottish Higher. Can be used for revision, exam
preparation or to support teaching.
Features
Minimum Specification
Celeron 400 or equivalent, 32 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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French
German
Spanish
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Language Library
Beginner to Advanced
This is the most comprehensive digital language learning resource ever published on
CD Rom. It gives teachers the facilities to create self-access and distance learning
courses, produce revision and extension assignments for mixed ability teaching, monitor
student progress and produce reports. With the facility to include external activities and
courses and edit existing materials and templates, this product is the most advanced
language management system for any Language Department or Learning Centre.
Suitable for teenage, adult and professional language learners.
Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
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Features
Complete Online Management System
Online Courses
Curriculum based course materials currently available for French, German, Spanish,
Italian and English and for all levels KS2 to A Level
All materials created by current language teachers
Facilities to create, edit, delete and assign courses
Courses can be accessed by students in school, and at home
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display.
Browser compatibility: IE 5.5+ & Windows Media Player, Netscape 6+ & Realplayer
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French Membership
German Membership
Spanish Membership
Italian Membership
English Membership
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Achieve GCE A Level following a two year or a one year intensive flexible learning
course
To a wider clientele
Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 2 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour display,
x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
Languages and order numbers on next page.
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A2 Level with
A2001FV
A2002GV
A2003SV
A2004IV
Vektor tutor
French
German
Spanish
Italian
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Titles available
World of Words 1 (interactive dictionary)
World of Words 2 (interactive dictionary)
Word Builder
Sentence Builder
Language Explorer
Features
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000, XP
Site/Network licences available (see page 23)
WW1
WW2
EYL1
EYL2
EYL3
WW101
WW102
EYL101
EYL102
EYL103
World of Words 1
World of Words 2
Word Builder
Sentence Builder
Language Explorer
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The Listen & Learn series is available in 3 levels and is designed for children in years 1, 2
and 3 of English classes. Materials can be used to prepare children entering the
Cambridge Young Learners English (also entitled Starters, Movers and Flyers). The aim of
the series is to encourage learning through trial and error in a supportive environment
and encourage learner enjoyment.
Titles available
Starters - Year 1
Movers - Year 2
Flyers - Year 3
Features
Topics include numbers, colours, clothes (Year 1) through to cooking, jobs, holidays
(Year 3)
All topics presented in 3 progressive levels
Language presentation and practice is through colourful illustrations, audio, text
and video
Visual rewards and verbal feedback on all tests and games
Voice record and playback facilities allow for pronunciation practice and comparison
with native speakers
British and American English available
Learners have help support in 12 languages
Complete learner tracking system
Teacher controlled configuration of activities
Resource packs contain a CD Rom of activities for children, a video tape for
teachers and a teachers handbook
Minimum Specification
Pentium 100 or equivalent, 16 Mb RAM, 16 bit compatible sound card, 16 bit colour
display, x4 CD Rom drive, headset with microphone.
OS: Windows 95, 98, ME, NT, 2000
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How to order
Orders & Returns
All the products listed in the catalogue can be ordered in the following ways.
Post
Post your order to VL Systems Ltd, Vektor Studios, 6-10 Hanover Street, Manchester M4 4AH, UK
Cheques made payable to VL Systems Ltd
Email
Email your order to catalogue@vl-systems.com
Telephone
For credit card payments, call 0161 828 3000
Fax
Fax a copy of your order to 0161 828 3001
Returns
If you are not satisfied with your order, you may return items in the same condition as received (including
original packaging and any workbooks) within 14 days of receipt for a full refund. You must pay for return
postage and include your despatch note in your package. Please note that we are unable to accept returns,
unless faulty, after 14 days of receipt.
Evaluations
If you would like to have free evaluation copies of our products or courses for a 28 day period, please contact us.
Support
Technical Support & Product Specifications
For technical problems or queries, please contact the technical support team on 0161 828 3022 or email us at
technical.support@vl-systems.com
Specifications
The specifications outlined in the catalogue are the minimum requirements. Significant improvements to the
running of all multimedia programs can be achieved on machines with faster processors, more RAM and faster
CD ROM drives.
Note: Given that Microsoft no longer support Windows 95, it is now impossible for us to continue offering support
for our own products on that operating system.
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