TTS Blue-Bot TacTile Reader User Manual page 2

Important Information
Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited. Regularly examine for damage the plug, enclosure and other parts. In the event
of any damage, the toy and charger must not be used until the damage has been repaired. Exhausted batteries are to be removed
from the product. If necessary, wipe the product gently with a clean damp cloth Keep the product away from direct sunlight and
heat. Do not allow the product to come into contact with water or other liquids. In the event of a static discharge, your product
may malfunction. In this case, please switch it off and then back on again to reset it. The battery fitted to your Blue-Bot TacTile
reader is a non-replaceable DC 3.7V, 650mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Know your Blue-Bot Tactile Reader
Sound On/Off
On/Off
USB Socket
The Blue-Bot Tile reader is
supplied with the following tiles:
Starter Pack
Forwards 8
Backwards 8
Left (90°) 4
Right (90°) 4
Pause 1
There is also an
extension pack available
from TTS (not included)
which allows the TacTile
reader to program 45
degree turns and repeat
functions. The Tiles have
a label on both sides
so that you can use the
reader in portrait or
landscape.
Send Button
Status
LED
Power LED
Pairing
The Extension pack (not included)
contains the following Tiles:
Extension Pack
45° Left 4 X 4 2
45° Right 4 X 6 2
Repeat [ 3 X 8 2
X 2 2 ] 3
X 3 1 Pause 2
Charging
Before using for the first time please fully charge the TacTile Reader. Depending on how discharged the battery is this could take up
to 10 hours. To begin charging use the USB lead supplied to connect the TacTile reader to any suitable USB port or USB charger. The
status LED will change to Red to show that the reader is charging. Once fully charged the status LED will change to green.
When the battery requires charging the Status LED will flash red. Battery life will be extended if the battery is charged when power is
low rather than allowing the battery to become completely exhausted.
Always fully charge the Blue-Bot TacTile Reader before storing for long periods. It is strongly recommended that it is
recharged every six months.
Pairing with a Blue-Bot
Switch on the TacTile reader and the Blue-Bot you wish to pair to. Press and release the pairing button and the TacTile reader will
automatically detect the Blue-Bot and pair with it. The Status LED will flash Blue during the search and will stop flashing when the
pairing has been successful. The Blue-Bot's eyes will change to Blue. If you need to pair more, Blue-Bots and TacTile Readers, just
complete the same process again. If pairing is lost for any reason the Blue LED on the TacTile reader and the Blue LEDs on the
Blue-bot will switch off (This may take several seconds). Please ensure you are within 10m of the Blue-Bot during the paring process.
Constructing a program
Each TacTile reader has positions for up to 10 tiles. A program is constructed by placing the direction tiles in the desired order. A
red LED will light above each tile position to show that the TacTile reader has recognised the tile. When the program is complete,
press the "Send" button and the code will be transmitted to the Blue-Bot. To help debug the program an LED will light above the tile
which is currently being actioned. When all the program steps have been completed the program can be modified or debugged by
changing the tiles or positions.
Daisy Chaining
Up to three TacTile readers can be daisy chained together to allow up to 30 commands to be used. The TacTile readers are connected
together using the USB leads supplied. Simply connect the right hand side USB connector to the left hand side USB connector of the
next TacTile reader. Only the right hand side "Pair" and "Send" buttons will function.
Status LED
Green - Power is on When the TacTile reader is switched off
Flashing Blue - Pairing
Red
Blue - Paired
Green
Flashing Red - Battery low
Specification
3.7V 2600 mAH Lithium Polymer (not replaceable)
Battery
8 Hours Typical
Battery Life
Charge time 10 Hours Typical
Range 10m (typical)
Troubleshooting
TacTile reader cannot pair with
Ensure that the Blue-Bot is switched on and
Blue-Bot
is fully charged.
Move closer to the Blue-Bot
Tiles are not detected Battery is low. Please charge
Blue-Bot does not respond when
Blue-Bot is out of range.
the send button is pressed Move closer to the Blue-Bot and try again
Or Blue-Bot will not pair
TacTile Reader
- Charging
- Fully charged