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Fisher-Price Star Station
Explore Fisher-Price Star Station’s microphone, TV camera and changing lens effects, then invent a three-part weather-channel concert.
The play at a glance
A living-room show with a changing picture
A microphone in hand, a familiar face on the television and a picture that changes with the press of a button: Fisher-Price Star Station turns a performance into something the audience can watch as well as hear. Toysit’s original photograph catches that family-show feeling, with two children performing while their audience sits nearby.
The camera joins the performance
The documented system pairs a camera base with a wireless microphone, sending sound and a live picture to a television through audio/video connections. Its lens choices include a star frame, clear view, color warp, double vision and kaleidoscope. Selecting and rotating an effect becomes part of the show: the same greeting can appear as a straightforward introduction or a wonderfully patterned entrance.
Music comes from a removable ROM cartridge, and the guide also describes an external music source. Recording belongs to a connected VCR. For an existing set, an adult should match its model and equipment to the instructions, handle batteries and connections, and keep cables clear of the performance space. Fisher-Price specifically says to keep the base off the top of the television.
Try a weather-channel concert
This original Toysit activity gives a short show three very different moods. Draw a sun, a drizzle cloud and a rainbow on separate cards. Let an announcer choose the order while a performer invents one spoken or hummed phrase for each picture.
- Open with the forecast. Hold up the sun and announce an imaginary place: “Good morning from Button Island!” Give the sunny greeting a bright, gentle rhythm.
- Change the weather. Show the drizzle card and try a quiet “tip, tap, tip.” Let a partner echo the phrase or supply a new cloud name.
- Bring out the rainbow. Finish with a long hummed note and a wave. On a working, adult-prepared Star Station, a change of lens can mark the new scene.
The cards also work beside a drawn television frame for a completely pretend broadcast. A seated announcer, a humming weather reporter and a card-changing producer each have a part. If anyone records the performance, agree together about recording and sharing before the show begins.
The historical record
Original Toysit coverage
The complete earlier product account and commentary are preserved below as historical coverage.
Fisher Price entertainment system lets kids sing along with hit songs while seeing themselves on TV
The Star Performer lets kids turn any television into an instant hit show by putting the power of performance right into their hands. Using Plug and Play technology the hardware unit plugs right into the TV. Then the power truly is in their hands as kids control the action. It comes complete with a camera to display the kids on the TV screen. The Star Performer Platform's music library lets kids choose from over seventy-five Kidz Bop songs -- popular songs sung by kids for kids. There are four songs built into the hardware unit and there is a library of nine additional ROM packs each containing eight songs. The additional ROMs make it easy for kids to quickly and easily change the music and the theme of their show. A wireless microphone puts no limits on the action and lets kids to choose from and control five different camera lenses. From a button on the mic children can change and rotate the lenses for on-screen effects.
A video and music system that plugs into a television and comes with a microphone can provide endless fun and entertainment for the entire family. Whether it's singing along to popular songs, recording your own performances, or even engaging in a lively karaoke competition, such systems transform the living room into a dynamic entertainment hub. The microphone adds a layer of interactivity that most other home entertainment systems lack, giving kids—and adults—a chance to step into the spotlight and show off their talents. For children, this experience can be particularly enchanting as it gives them an opportunity to emulate their favorite singers or television personalities. The act of performing in a familiar, safe environment also helps to build confidence and self-esteem. Moreover, the system often includes features like scorekeeping for karaoke performances, further fueling the competitive yet friendly atmosphere. It's a complete package for anyone looking to add a touch of interactive fun to their regular TV-watching experience.
Sources and editorial notes
Fisher-Price’s H6723c-0920 guide covers H6723, J5971 and K1633; all 12 pages were read and visually reviewed. The H6723 support record and two one-page supplements were also consulted. The guide places songs on a removable ROM cartridge; earlier Toysit and manufacturer catalog totals differ. The archive’s broad scorekeeping and confidence claims are not verified features or outcomes. No physical testing was performed.
- Original Toysit image — Existing same-site image reviewed and retained unchanged.
- Fisher-Price H6723 support record — Manufacturer identification and historical product description; catalog song totals differ from the earlier Toysit copy.
- Star Station instructions (PDF) — Manufacturer guide, 12 pages: camera, ROM cartridge, lens effects, adult setup and external recording.
- Star Station volume/power supplement (PDF) — One-page manufacturer supplement reviewed.
- Star Station song-credit supplement (PDF) — One-page historical song credits reviewed; no lyrics reproduced.
- Original Toysit coverage — Complete historical account retained, including its original claims and wording.
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