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- Page 1 1610 West 1600 South Springville, UT 84663 Phone: 801-489-4466 FAX: 801-489-8241 Robotronics.com Pluggie Robot Operating Manual Version 7...
- Page 2 Pluggie Robot Operating Manual Congratulations on your purchase of a ROBOTRONICS, Inc. robot. Your robot has been carefully constructed of the highest quality components. Its design is the result of years of experience building robots. You will find it an extremely effective spokesman for your organization.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Warranty Information .................... 1 PART 1 General Operating Instructions ......... 3 Chapter 1 Getting Started ..............3 Operating Hints ....................3 Setup and How to Operate the Robot ..............4 Transporting the Robot ..................6 PART 2 Subsystems of the Robot ............. - Page 4 Contents Chapter 10 Assembly & Disassembly ............34 PART 4 Maintenance ................35 Chapter 11 Maintenance ..............35 Regular Maintenance Checklist ................. 35 Recommended Tool Kit ..................36 Painting of the Body ..................37 Repair of the Body ..................... 38 Storage ......................39 Appendixes Appendix A ....................40 QUICK REFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING...
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Page 5: Warranty Information
If you need parts sent by air shipment you will be responsible to pay the additional shipping charges. In no event shall ROBOTRONICS, Inc. be liable for any incidental or consequential damages in connection with or arising from the use of the robot. - Page 6 Warranty Information and Getting Help Important: Have the robot serial number and model number ready. This will help our technician identify the model of robot you have. The serial and model number sticker is located under the cap. Pop the cap off and it is on the plastic cross piece. ...
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Page 7: Part 1 General Operating Instructions
CHAPTER 1 Getting Started OPERATING TIPS AND SAFETY INFORMATION ROBOTRONICS, Inc. robots are a unique and exciting tool in the hands of a skilled and trained operator. The operator provides much of the excitement the robot conveys. The selection and training of the operator should be done carefully, so as to provide a person with good judgment and an outgoing personality. -
Page 8: Setup And How To Operate The Robot
SETUP AND HOW TO OPERATE THE ROBOT Step # 1 Read and study this manual completely before operating the robot. Step # 2 Install and charge the batteries To put the robot battery in the robot, tip the robot slightly to access the wing nut on the battery door. - Page 9 pull up. The cap will pop off. If you want to remove the body, there are instructions under the cap for how to do this. Step # 5 Test all the functions Test all of the robot's functions: voice both ways, cap, eyelids, eyes, MP3, siren, and drive movement for proper operation.
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Page 10: Transporting The Robot
TRANSPORTING THE ROBOT The vehicle that you use to transport the robot should have adequate shock absorption. Vans and cars used for passengers would be the best. Transporting the robot in a trailer is not recommended because trailers typically do not have the same level of shock absorption as a car or van. -
Page 11: Part 2 Subsystems Of The Robot
Part 2 Subsystems of the Robot Functionally, the robot is made up of the following basic subsystems: A. Radio Control System B. Voice System C. MP3 Player D. Cap Function E. Robot Battery Systems F. Drive Motors G. Eyelids and Eyes Left and Right The systems block diagram found here and in the Appendix shows how the various subsystems and their components are interrelated. -
Page 12: Chapter 2 Radio Control System
CHAPTER 2 Radio Control System The Radio Control System consists of the control transmitter unit held by the operator and the receiver with its associated components in the robot. The Radio Control Transmitter converts movements of the control sticks and switches into a coded radio signal, which is transmitted by radio to the Radio Control Receiver within the robot. -
Page 13: Radio Control Transmitter (Diagram)
Radio Control Transmitter RC Frequency and RF Module on back of RC MP3 Player Option Squirter Volume MP3 Volume Voice Surprise Siren Drive Eyes Drive Trim Power On/Off Battery Voltage 8.5 V is low Charge IMPORTANT Do not change the menu Left Stick Right Stick settings. -
Page 14: Radio Control Transmitter Controls
RC Transmitter Controls Note: The following information on the transmitter controls includes information for a variety of similar robots. CAUTION Do not change menu settings on this RC or you may lose functionality and the settings would need to be restored. Important RC power up steps: 1. - Page 15 Left Control Stick Left and right movement - Turning of the head left and right (Character in Vehicle) Forward Corners- Left and right eyelids. Top Switch Functions MP3 player Surprise and Siren Squirter Not used Controls for the Integrated MP3 Player Option The MP3 player is located in the robot and has a micro SD or MM memory card that you can load music onto.
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Page 16: Ni-Mh Rc Transmitter Battery
The NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) RC Battery The NI-MH RC transmitter battery will last about 5-6 hours on a full charge. Charge the battery for about 14 hours. A charge jack is provided on the transmitter for recharging its internal batteries. -
Page 17: Adapter For Charging And 110 V Power Supply
Voltmeter. Good level is 12 Volts. 2. RC not transmitting. 2. Check battery level on RC. Send RC back to Robotronics. 3. Processor Board is not getting power. 3. If leds are not on, check the fuse and wiring to the power distribution board. -
Page 18: Chapter 3 Voice System Overview
CHAPTER 3 Wireless Voice System The Voice System consists of two separate communication links. One link transmits the operator's voice to the robot. When you speak into the headset mic, this audio goes to a transmitter on your belt. This audio is transmitted to a receiver in the robot. The audio signal then goes from the receiver through a mixing circuit on the main board. - Page 19 How to Operate the Operator’s Transmitter 1. Open the battery door. 2. Use a 9 Volt alkaline battery and insert it according to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3. Place the headset on your head and adjust the microphone to approximately 1 inch from your mouth.
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Page 20: Belt Transmitter
How to Operate the Receiver (in Robot) There are two adjustments on the receiver. The volume is on the back of the receiver, which you may set to the desired volume. On the UHF UB-10 you can change the volume on your belt transmitter on the fly. -
Page 21: 151 System (Robot Tx And Belt 151 Receiver)
How to Operate the 151 Transmitter (in Robot) No adjustment is needed. The switches will be preset to on at the factory. It receives its power from the robot. No 9 Volt battery is needed. Function of the LED When the robot is turned on, this light flashes and then goes out. This indicates that the transmitter is getting power. -
Page 22: Vr3U System
Optional VR-3U System How to Operate the Transmitter (in the robot) 1. Power to the transmitter is supplied by the robot battery via a 3 Volt regulator. 2. The power switch should be left on as well as the audio on switch. 3. - Page 23 How to Operate the Receiver (Operator) 1. Place the headset on your head and adjust the microphone to approximately 1 inch from your mouth. If needed, adjust the headset frame so that the earphone and the frame fit comfortably and the earphone is against your ear. 2.
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Page 24: Voice System Troubleshooting
Warnings 1. Do not unplug or plug in the DC power plug on the robot receiver with the robot power on 2. Do not leave the voice units in direct sunlight or in a damp place for any length of time. 3. - Page 25 TEST- Connect robot mic to transmitter. If it now works, problem is in headset. Repair or replace. 7. Still not working. Call Robotronics. Send transmitter, receiver, and headset in. Operator cannot hear 1. Low Battery. LED on steady or no LED 1.
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Page 26: Chapter 4 Mp3 Player System
CHAPTER 4 MP3 Player Integrated Integrated MP3 Player Features Ability to play MP3 files through the robot. Memory Storage Card: micro/regular SD Card. Four sound effects stored on the card varies with robot type. Space on the card to load your own music. ... -
Page 27: Version
adjust the volume of the voice on the voice receiver. Do not turn the amp up too high; not much past 1:00, because you may get some audio distortion. You can customize the songs and sound effects that you use for different programs by getting additional cards and adding your own set of sound effects and music. -
Page 28: Chapter 5 Robot Battery Systems
CHAPTER 5 Robot Battery System ROBOT BATTERY The battery in the robot is a 12 Volt rechargeable sealed lead-acid AGM type battery. This type of battery is very dependable and safe. It can be repeatedly charged and discharged. To recharge the robot battery, plug the charger into the robot recharge jack located on the bottom back right of the robot. -
Page 29: Robot Battery Charger
Trouble-shooting The robot is not getting power: 1. Charge the battery fully. When connecting the charger, make sure that the red charging light is coming on. If it is not, the charger could be bad or you could have a bad battery connection (wires leading from the charging jack through the main on-off-recharge switch and back to the battery). -
Page 30: Chapter 6 Drive Motor System
CHAPTER 6 Drive Motor System Your robot is provided with two high quality industrial grade drive motors. Each motor controls a drive wheel-left and right. Steering of the robot is accomplished by varying the speed and direction of these motors. For example, when the left motor runs faster than the right, the robot turns to the right. - Page 31 -Drive circuit-(motor control) If the drive motor is good, the drive circuit (motor control) could be the cause of the fuse blowing. If this is the case, check for broken or shorted wires and if nothing is found, contact the Robotronics' service department for assistance.
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Page 32: Chapter 7 Lcd Interface
CHAPTER 7 LCD Interface The LCD Interface is a tool to make various settings on your software. You can set some automatic modes such as auto blinking and eyes. You can also make adjustments to the drive, for straightness of drive. Open the rear door and connect the display cable to the 9 pin connection on the top of the frame. -
Page 33: Chapter 8 Eyelids And Eyes Left And Right
CHAPTER 8 Eyelids and Eyes Left and Right The eyelid and eyes left and right movement is accomplished by three servo motors in the Character or upper robot. When the switch on the radio control is activated, this signal is sent to the radio control receiver in the robot. -
Page 34: Chapter 9 Optional Accessories
CHAPTER 9 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES WATER SQUIRTER SYSTEM Water squirter parts and where to find them: Refill bottle - Comes with robot. Water squirter nozzle - On the right arm. Water squirter switch – On the top of the frame on new robots. In-line fuse (5 Amp-AGC type) Located on a red wire between the switch and the main circuit board. -
Page 35: Water Squirter System Diagrams
Water Squirter System Parts Connect Filler Bottle Here to Fill Reservoir Female Water Connector Water Squirter Switch Overflow Nozzle Water pump Water Reservoir... -
Page 36: Pitch Shifter (Voice Modifier)
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: VOICE MODIFIER (PITCH SHIFTER) INSTRUCTIONS The pitch shifter (voice modifier) can change the operator’s voice to disguise it and create a robot character type voice. The operator’s voice signal is received like normal by the voice receiver in the robot. The signal is then sent from the audio out of the receiver to the Input Jack of the pitch shifter. - Page 37 The pedal on the pitch shifter is used to turn it on and off. Normally when you turn the robot on the pitch shifter will turn on. When the pitch shifter is on, the power light labeled On Batt. will be lit.
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Page 38: Part 3 Assembly & Disassembly
PART 3 CHAPTER 10 Assembly & Disassembly Removing the cap 1. Put your hands on the bottom rim of the cap, a hand on each side. Give a quick pull up and the cap will pop off the cap rod. It is not necessary to remove any of the nylon bolts to remove the cap. -
Page 39: Part 4 Maintenance
PART 4 CHAPTER 11 Maintenance Regular Maintenance Checklist Periodically the robot should receive a thorough inspection. Examine the exterior of the robot and make repairs as necessary. See the robot body repair instructions if needed. Remove the body. Check all bolts and nuts for tightness. Examine electrical wiring and connectors for looseness and wear. -
Page 40: Recommended Tool Kit
Recommended Tool Kit Fuses- 1, 3, 5, 15, 20, 30 Amp (AGC Type) 4" cable ties #53 Miniature bayonet bulbs (automotive panel type) Precision regular Phillips screw drivers Screwdrivers (flat head and Phillips) Socket and ratchet set Needle nose pliers Crimper/Wire strippers Wire cutters (diagonal cutters) 7/16"... -
Page 41: Painting Of The Body
PAINTING OF THE ROBOT BODY The following information is only suggestions of painting methods. Contact a professional for assistance. The paint used is typically on a sticker under the cap. Preparing the surface: The robot body is an ABS plastic and should be cleaned before painting to remove oils and dirt. -
Page 42: Repair Of The Body
REPAIR OF THE ROBOT BODY Materials Super glue ABS or PVC clear medium bodied glue Fiberglass mesh Rubber gloves 1. Hold the crack together tightly so that the glue you put on the inside of the body does not run through the crack on to the outside of the body. This would etch into the plastic. 2. -
Page 43: Storage
STORAGE Storing your robot for any length of time. Charge the robot battery. (Storing the battery for any length of time without being fully charged will permanently damage the battery.) Charge the RC battery as per instructions. Remove batteries from operator’s transmitter and receiver. The RC Transmitter and voice pieces should always be stored in the carrying case;... -
Page 44: Appendix A
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Page 45: Quick Reference Troubleshooting
Appendix A: Quick Reference Troubleshooting Chart Quick Reference Troubleshooting More detailed troubleshooting by system is included with each subsystem. For additional help or parts call our service dept. at 801-489-4466. Problem Cause Solution General 1. RC battery not charged 1. Fully charge until the needle is up. No functions operate 2. - Page 46 Move drive stick sliders to center or position to when the stick is in the center. neutral the robot. Joystick potentiometer broken. Send to Robotronics for repair. Robot not driving straight. One motor pulley set screw loose. Tighten set screws.
- Page 47 Appendix A: Quick Reference Troubleshooting Chart More detailed troubleshooting by system is included with each subsystem. For additional help or parts call our service dept. at 801-489-4466. Problem Cause Solution Water Squirter In-line fuse blown. Replace the 5 Amp fuse which is in-line on the Cannot fill reservoir wire.
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Page 48: Robot Circuit Block Diagram
Appendix A: Robot Functional Block Diagram Robot Block Diagram... -
Page 49: Appendix B Robot Parts Identification
APPENDIX B ROBOT PARTS IDENTIFICATION... -
Page 50: Robot Frame Front View
Robot Frame Front View Radio Control Receiver Cap Actuator Relay Board On Off Servo Board Processor Board Audio Mixer Power Dist. Board Motor Control... -
Page 51: Robot Frame Rear View
Robot Frame – Rear View Cap Rod Body Latch Body Latch 151 Voice Transmitter Water Pump Cap Linear Actuator Water Reservoir Audio Booster Wireless Voice UHF Overflow tube and Antennas On/Off/Recharge Switch... -
Page 52: Processor Board
Processor Board Green Blk/Red From Audio Interface Mixer 5V Power Power Data Led Blue/Green Gray White NC NC Blue Purple Grey White Black Red Brown Green NC Audio Mixer On Off 5 Pin 3 Pin 3 Pin Servo Bd. Interface Receiver Channel Wires- Signal from Receiver RC Receiver Channels... -
Page 53: Audio Mixer
Audio Mixer Audio Mixer Board 1 I2C from Processor Board- orange/yell. 2 I2C from Processor/5Volts- Red/Blk/Gr/Blue 3 I2C 4 I2C Data to MP3 Player-Green/Blue 5 Audio from MP3 Player-Gray/Blk/White 6 Voice Audio from VR3U Receiver 7 Left Channel Audio to Amp-Blk/White 8 Right Channel Audio to Amp- Blk/White 9 Power to Board 12 V 10 jumper- Mouth triggering select... -
Page 54: Drive Circuit Motor Controls
Drive Circuit Signal from Processor Blue Green Black Data Power Motor Wires Fuses Blue/Yellow 1 Amp 20 Amp 20 Amp... -
Page 55: Power Distribution Board
Power Distribution Main Power 12 V from Battery Pitch Shifter 151 TX Servo Board Audio Mixer Pwr 12V VR3U Pwr to Pwr 3V Amp Power Cap Actuator Processor Relay Board Bd. 9V Pwr 12V UHF Receiver 12 V Servo On Off Eye Servos Cap Actuator Squirter... -
Page 56: Robot Frame Top View
Robot Frame – Top View 16 Pin Connector Eye Servos Body Latch Body Latch LCD Interface Display Connector Female Water Microphone Jack Connector Filler Bottle Plugs in Here to Refill On some robots the MP3 Player Squirt for Squirting VR3U transmitter is with SD card Water. -
Page 57: Cap Linear Actuator Assembly
Cap Linear Actuator Cap Rod Linkage The actuator is also attached at bottom of actuator on a rod with two collars. Cap Linear Actuator... -
Page 58: Base Frame - Bottom View
Base Frame – Bottom View Speakers Water Pump Switch On/Off/Refill Front Wheel Caster Water Squirter Overflow Nozzle Right Drive Motor Left Drive Motor Pulley Set Screw Pulley Set Screw Right Motor Pulley Left Motor Pulley Left Drive Belt Right Drive Belt Right Drive Wheel Left Drive Wheel Battery Recharge... -
Page 59: Base Frame - Inside View
Base Frame – Inside View Speakers Water Pump Switch On/Off/Refill Water Squirter Overflow Nozzle Left Drive Motor Right Drive Motor Right Drive Belt Left Drive Belt Right Drive Wheel Left Drive Wheel Battery Recharge Power Switch Plug Forward – On Center –... -
Page 60: Pluggie Eyes
Pluggie Eyes Eyes Left/Right Servo Ball Link Ball Link Eyelid Rod Eyelid Rod Left Eyelid Right Eyelid Servo Servo Set Screws Set Screw Set Screw 16 Pin Connector Top View of Eyes Inside Robot... -
Page 61: Servo On Off Board
Servo On Off Board Cap Actuator Squirter Pump Red/Black J17 Black/Yellow J23 Black/Blue J19 White Red Blk Data Led Reset 12 V Power In Red/Black Serial Data from S2 Eyes (Option) Fuse 10 Amp Processor Board S3 Right Lid Gray Wire S4 Left Lid) -
Page 62: Notes Section
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Page 63: Technical Tips Section
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