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PARO MCR-900 User Manual

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Interactive harp seal
Therapeutic Robot
MCR-900
MCR-A888
User Manual
CAUTION-ELECTRIC TOY :
ATTENTION:
JOUET ELECTRIQUE
! Warning
◆We would like to thank you for purchasing PARO.
PARO is not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As
with all electric products, care should be exercised during handling
and use to prevent electric shock.
Non recommandé pour les enfants moins de 8 ans d'âge.
Comme avec tous les produits é lectriques, les pr é cautions
devraient être remarquées pendant la manipulation et l'utilisation pr
évenir le décharge électrique.
Since PARO is an electric toy, care must be exercised to prevent
fire or personal injury while using PARO.
In this manual, we will provide you with important information for
safely using and caring for PARO.
Read the User Manual carefully and follow its instructions while
operating PARO. Be sure to save the User Manual for future

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Summary of Contents for PARO MCR-900

  • Page 1 ◆We would like to thank you for purchasing PARO. CAUTION-ELECTRIC TOY : PARO is not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As with all electric products, care should be exercised during handling and use to prevent electric shock.
  • Page 2 When the battery is fully discharged you can still PARO will rest in order to conserve the charge in use PARO at any time by plugging in the AC adaptor. its battery. When you use PARO with the AC adaptor plugged When PARO is resting, you can make it move again in, PARO will not get hungry.
  • Page 3: Charge Lamp

    ② Plug the AC adaptor into the wall. The POWER lamp will go on. ③ Pull off the safety-cap on the jack and place it into the receptacle inside PARO's mouth. When the CHARGE light is on, PARO is being charged.
  • Page 4 ・ When PARO is operating with the AC adaptor plugged in, PARO will not charge. Charging only occurs when PARO is turned off. ・ When PARO is plugged into the AC adaptor, it will not recharge so long as PARO is working. PARO works by getting electric power through the AC adaptor.
  • Page 5 How to let PARO rest. ◆ ・ Press the switch for 3 seconds. PARO will move into a sleeping position and call in a quiet voice, signifying it will stop operating, and go to sleep. Place of serial number (manufacturing number) Place where the serial number was stamped.
  • Page 7 Please open the lid when you need to see the serial number. Initialization of the memory: You can reset PARO’s memory to the factory default at any time by pressing the ‘Up’ and ‘Down’ volume control buttons at the same time for about 3 seconds.
  • Page 8 Wait until PARO stops moving. ※If the AC adaptor is plugged in, unplug it. 2. Turn over PARO’s body , open the fastener and open the battery lid. To open the battery compartment lid, press the plastic hook and pull the lid off.
  • Page 10 How to use PARO ◆ ・ Do not use PARO in places where it may be dropped or shaken, or on unstable surfaces. ・ Do not touch or squeeze PARO too hard, such as leaning on it with your elbow.
  • Page 11 ・ Use only the AC adaptor provided in PARO's box. If you use a different AC adaptor, it will not charge PARO and may cause damage or fire. ・ Do not separate the AC adaptor into parts or modify it.
  • Page 12 If the case is still dirty, use a soft cloth lightly the battery terminals. moistened with water to wipe the case. ・ When you do not use PARO for a long time, Dry the case immediately with a soft dry cloth. remove the battery pack and store it in a Do not use solvents of any kind as they ・...
  • Page 13 Additional information Cleaning PARO's fur Basic equipment for PARO robot use and cleaning: ・ Daily cleaning routine is as follows: ・ Dapple toy cleaner (or comparable product) 1.Spray PARO's fur with Dapple cleanser ・ Wire brush 2.Gently wipe clean PARO's fur with towel, avoid area around eyes and nose ・...
  • Page 14: Charging

    Troubleshooting If you think PARO is not operating properly, please check the following table. If PARO does not work at all, it may be damaged. Please contact PARO Robots U.S., Inc. Problem Cause Solution ◆ You pressed the Battery is not charged.
  • Page 15 AC adaptor. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket immediately. PARO or one of its accessories PARO may turn off due to a sharp impact. In this case, ◆ stopped working after they were please turn it on again.
  • Page 16 AC adaptor. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket immediately. PARO or one of its accessories PARO may turn off due to a sharp impact. In this case, ◆ stopped working after they were please turn it on again.
  • Page 17 Troubleshooting If you notice any abnormality in PARO or its accessories, such as those described below, it is an indication that using them further may be dangerous. Look at the table below to diagnose the problem and find a solution.
  • Page 18 If PARO does not wake up even after you have petted it, press the on/off switch to turn it off, and then turn PARO back on. If PARO still does not respond, there may be internal damage to PARO.
  • Page 19 No, PARO cannot be washed. Wipe PARO with a soft cloth. Can we wash PARO? If there is any dirt that you cannot remove, you can send PARO in for its artificial fur to be replaced for a charge. - 39 -...
  • Page 20: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications PARO 32bitRISC Processor Joints Eye (eyelids), Head, Front flippers, Hind flippers Antibacterial (top layer) Hearing Microphone Vocalization Speaker Internal sensor Tactile sensor (located in head, chin, torso (top, belly), front and hind flipper) Whiskers, Light sensor, Position sensor, Temperature sensor...
  • Page 21 Technical specifications AC adaptor Input AC120V 60Hz Output DC 18V, 1.1A Operation temperature 32°F ∼ 95°F Operation humidity 20% ∼ 90% Storing temperature -4°F ∼ 167°F Storing humidity 20% ∼ 90% (except for condensation and ice) Size around 60 x 35 x 160mm (without the cord) (23/8 x 13/16 x 69/32 inches) (width * height * length)
  • Page 22: Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

    Technical specifications Lithium-ion battery pack Battery Lichium ion Voltage 7.4V DC Capacity 2600mAh Operation temperature 32°F ∼ 104°F Operation humidity 65% ± 20% Storing temperature -4°F ∼ 68°F (for one year) Storing humidity 65% ± 20% (for one year) Size about 40 x 23 x 70 mm (25/16 ×...
  • Page 23 Index 9 ∼ 11 AC adaptor ....Feeding ..... PARO ...... 24 , 32 , 41 Feeling ....Position ....Autonomous robot ..POWER lamp ..... Harp seal ... 12 ∼ 14 Battery pack ....Hearing ..... Recognizing light ..

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