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Summary of Contents for Shape Fable
- Page 1 Fable User guide Updated: 11-05-2017...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1: The Fable System at a glance Fable System Dongle Joint Module PC Software Chapter 2: Get started Install the Fable Software Install the Dongle Driver (Windows 7 & 8) Chapter 3: Basics Turning the Module On/Off Battery Management... -
Page 3: Fable System
Chapter 1: Fable at a glance The Fable System The Fable Robot System is a modular robotic system that makes it easy and fun for anybody to build their own robots. While creating robots, students can learn about math, physics, programming, innovation, engineering and more. - Page 4 Construction System The Fable modules are either passive (containing no electronics) or active (containing electronics, motors, sensors) and are assembled using a strong magnetic connector system.
- Page 5 Fable Robots Different types of robots can be assembled in seconds by snapping various Fable modules together.
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Page 6: Dongle
Dongle The Fable Dongle provides wireless communication between the PC, tablet or smartphone and one or several modules. PC: To use with a PC the Dongle must be connected with a USB cable. On some operating systems a driver must be installed. -
Page 7: Joint Module
Joint Module The Fable Joint Module provides movement to Fable robots using two strong motors: X and Wireless Communication: J oint modules are controlled wirelessly using the Dongle. Servos: T he two servos are identified as X and Y and their position can be set from -90 to +90 degrees. - Page 8 ID: E ach module has a unique ID written on the back of the module.This ID is used to identify the module in the Fable programming software. On/Off: A n on/off switch is located in the back of the module.
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Page 9: Pc Software
PC Software Users can program their robots by using the Fable software. The interface supports block- and text- based programming: The software supports three complexity levels: Simple: B lock based programming for beginner or younger children. A limited number of blocks makes the interface easily accessible. -
Page 10: Chapter 2: Get Started
Chapter 2: Get started Install the Fable Software The newest version of the software can be downloaded and installed from www.shaperobotics.com/download Supported Operating Systems: ● Windows 7 ● Windows 10 ● OS X Operating System soon to be supported: ● Chrome OS ●... - Page 11 Once it finished downloading go to the destination folder and double click on the Fable-Setup icon. Once you have double clicked the Fable-Setup icon you should see a dialog box with a progress bar indicating the status of the installation process.
- Page 12 Install the Dongle Driver (Windows 7 & 8). Start the PC Program by clicking this icon located in your Desktop. How to write a program To get started with programming Fable follow these instructions: 1. Turn on a Joint Module 2. Pair the Dongle with the module.
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Page 13: Install The Dongle Driver (Windows 7 & 8)
Install the Dongle Driver (Windows 7 & 8) A driver for the Dongle only needs to be installed in Windows 7 & 8. Step 1: Windows will alert you that the driver is not installed. Once this happens download the driver from w ww.shaperobotics.com/download... -
Page 14: Chapter 3: Basics
Chapter 3: Basics Turning the Module On/Off An on/off switch is can be found on the back of the joint module. On: W hen the module is on it can be programmed wirelessly, the module’s button will light up and the color will change when pressing the button. Off:... -
Page 15: Battery Management
Battery Management The Joint Module contains a rechargeable LiPo Battery. Charging: T he battery is recharged with a USB charger and can be charged while the module is either on or off. Timeout: T o save battery the module will automatically turn off after being inactive for 10 mins. -
Page 16: Wireless Communication
Interference: S everal Dongles and robots can be on the same channel, however, performance will gradually decrease due to interference. In environments where many users work with Fable robots interference can be reduced by distributing evenly on the different channels. -
Page 17: Chapter 4: Troubleshooting
● Operating system is not supported - check list of supported OS. ● Driver not installed (Windows 7 & 8) - install driver and inspect Device Manager to verify. See Install Dongle Driver in Chapter 2. ● USB Cable broken - replace cable ● Dongle broken - contact Shape Robotics... -
Page 18: Module Not Found
● The Joint Module has crashed - try restarting the module by toggling the on/off switch. ● The joint module is broken - contact Shape Robotics. Module overloaded Symptoms: T he joint module blinks red and stops moving for a period of time. -
Page 19: Chapter 5: Safety, Handling And Support
Shape Robotics. Battery: D on’t attempt to replace the battery in a Fable module yourself - you may damage the battery or module, which could cause overheating and injury. The lithium-ion battery in the module’s should be replaced only by Shape Robotics. -
Page 20: Fable Support
Operating temperature: F able is designed to work in ambient temperatures between 0° and 35° C and stored in temperatures between 0° and 45° C. Fable can be damaged and battery life shortened if stored or operated outside of these temperature ranges. Avoid exposing Fable to dramatic changes in temperature or humidity.
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