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- Page 1 AGITO AGITO OWNERS MANUAL Firmware Version: r4.13 (Manual: 1.3 March 2020) Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13...
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Page 2: Document Revision History
Minor corrections and inclusion of tower maintenance March 2020 Updated for AGITO Tower – Firmware Release r4.13 Update to Trax & Tower Controls, RF Module settings and inclusion of Troubleshooting guide. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Steering Input ..................... 16 Steer Limit ......................16 Steer Rate ......................16 Mode Switch ...................... 16 Menu ......................... 16 MASTER I/O Connections ..................... 16 Safety Functions ......................16 Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... - Page 4 SPORTS MODE: OPERATION ..................36 Drive Dynamics ......................36 First Use ......................36 Start Up Calibration ..................... 36 Checking Tracking / Wheel Alignment ..............36 Kick-Up ......................37 www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010...
- Page 5 RF Module Pass-through Box ................. 52 AGITO Tower Connections ................... 53 TROUBLESHOOTING & SUPPORT ................. 54 Troubleshooting ......................54 Further Support ......................55 Distributor Service Centres ..................55 Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13...
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Page 6: Introduction
DISCLAIMER Motion Impossible Ltd reserves the right to revise this Owner’s Manual and make changes from time to time without obligation to notify any persons of such revisions or changes. In no event shall Motion Impossible Ltd, its employees or authorized agents be liable for any damages or losses, direct or indirect, arising from the use of any technical or operational information contained in this document. -
Page 7: General Safety
By purchasing an AGITO Battery Pack, the buyer agrees to bear all responsibilities of the risks and not hold Motion Impossible Ltd, its owners and employees, its distributors, and/or its retailers responsible for any accidents, injury to persons, and property damage. If you do not agree to these conditions, please return the AGITO Battery Pack to the place of purchase in a new and unused condition. -
Page 8: General Specifications
You agree that you are solely responsible for your conduct while using AGITO and for any direct or indirect consequences that may result from its use. Motion Impossible supply the system by default with the following settings: Frequency 2.4GHz... -
Page 9: Case Contents, Dimensions & Shipping Weights
Shipped Weight: Sports Drive-End Case 550 x 820 x 430mm 32Kg Part Name 2x AGITO Sports Ends 4x Wheel Nuts Wheel Nut Spanner 4x Sports Lock-out Bars Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 10: V-Con Pro
1x AGITO Trax Drive-End Mag-Sense / E-Stop* Cable Guard 2x Jockey Wheels / Magnets* AGITO Hub / Cable Set* Mitchell Mount* Pedals * exact contents subject to ordered specification www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 11: Agito Core Overview
460mm BATTERY SLOTS The Battery Connection uses our own proprietry 48v Li-Ion battery packs. Only Motion Impossible approved battery packs should be used to prevent damage to the system. The system can run off a single battery, but for optimum runtime the chassis should be fitted with 2 batteries, fitted one on each side, that can be hot swapped to keep the system fully powered during a battery change. -
Page 12: Core Rf Module Socket
Payload mounting is provided via the 2 mounting rails on each side of the chassis. The threaded holes are 3/8 inch spaced at 1-inch intervals. These allow for the fitting of all our current and future stabilisation / camera mounting solutions. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 13: Drive-Ends Overview
Supplied with: Standard Shocks Details to follow Optional: Medium & Heavy TRAX DRIVE-ENDS Trax Drive-Ends are designed to enable the use of 300-409mm (12 – 16 inch) track: Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 14: Payload Overview
AGITO Tower, Video Links, Camera Systems and remote heads to be powered from 240/110v mains. AGITO Volt provides the following DC outputs: 48v, 24v and 12v. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 15: Master Controller Overview
DEC - Deceleration rate control: Adjusts the coasting brake (when the throttle control is released to neutral while moving). A higher value increases the rate of deceleration and is recommended for beginners, a lower Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010... -
Page 16: Function Switch
Loss of RF signal results in chassis coming to a controlled stop on level ground. • Entering the MENU will also stop the chassis and lock its movement until exiting. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 17: Master User Interface: Sports Mode
(only for use with Trax & Sports system owners). HOME SCREEN – SPORTS MODE This page gives an over-view of the current settings, as well as Battery indicators and RF Signal strength. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... - Page 18 Motor Mode Change the mode of the Motor. AUTO* Motor Mode switches the mode depending on the Speed Limit (in Firmware Version 4.13, 0-500 rpm is in www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010...
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Page 19: Drive-Ends Menu
Steering Trim - Rear Set the steering trim for the rear of the chassis. The default value is 0. Negative values (-1 to -50) steer towards the left, positive Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 20: User Profiles Menu
This option has been disabled since v4.09 as it is not currently compatible with Trax and Tower. A future update will reinstate this function allowing full compatibility with all AGITO hardware options. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 21: Master User Interface: Trax Mode
Be careful to ensure the correct Drive-End mode is selected. Once the Drive mode has been selected, the menu structure will automatically update to the required version. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 22: Home Screen - Trax Mode
Steering Trim - Rear In Trax Mode this is disabled Calibrate Ends In Trax mode this will start the Track Learning process. See Trax Calibration for details www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 23: User Profiles Menu
MOVES MENU (DISABLED IN V4.13) This option has been disabled since v4.09 as it is not currently compatible with Trax and Tower. A future update will reinstate this function allowing full compatibility with all AGITO hardware options. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010... -
Page 24: Setting Up Agito
Insert the “MASTER” module into the MASTER Controller’s RF Socket Screw in bolt to secure. Do not overtighten Make sure you put the correct RF Module in the right socket. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 25: Inserting Drive-Ends
Make sure it is tight (but take care not to damage the thread or nut) to prevent it coming loose whilst in motion. ALWAYS ensure Wheel Nuts are secure, check regularly. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 26: Setting Wheel Tracking - Sports Drive-Ends
Con PRO, Mitchel Mount or another set of Risers to the top mounting points with four 3/8 inch bolts. ALWAYS ensure the Payload is properly and securely fixed to the AGITO core, use a minimum of four fixture points. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 27: Pedal Control: Connecting Pedals To Master Controller
Attach the four Track Guide Wheels to the Trax wheel assemblies. Use two M6 bolts as provided for each Guide Wheel. Ensure that the Guide Wheel engages with the Track Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 28: Tower: Inserting & Removing Tower Gas-Strut
Place the Tower on to the side plates Inset and tighten the four bolts Finally attach AGITO Core Aux Port 2 to Tower Control Port Cable (4-pin Lemo), and attach Battery. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 29: Tower: Attaching Camera Gimbal To Tower
Inset and tighten the four bolts ATTACHING CHEESE-PLATE The cheese plate is simply attached with 4x M5 countersunk screws as shown. The cheese plate comes installed from factory as standard. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 30: Adjusting / Tuning V-Con Pro
While twisting the preload make sure you don’t unscrew the shock cap from the main shock body. Too High Correct Too Low www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 31: Adjusting The Kick-Up - Sports Drive-Ends
Always run AGITO with two batteries that are of equal charge to ensure optimum run-times Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 32: Sports Mode: Configuation
Motor Mode controls whether or not AGITO runs in open or encoded modes of operation. It is important to recognise the differences that these modes have on the operational characteristics and available features whilst driving AGITO. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 33: Throttle Mode
Prepare and plan your moves, familiarise yourself with the surroundings and any potential hazards. It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure you are working within the safe limits of the system at all times. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010... -
Page 34: Braking And Emergency Stop Function
To control the operational characteristics of the Tower STEER LIMIT and STEER RATE dials have secondary functionality. To access these functions, press the dial to change the function mode. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... - Page 35 Once STEER RATE has been pressed to enable TOWER SPEED control, the Master display will show tPos (Tower Position), press the STEER RATE button a second time to return the display to Steer Rate. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010...
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Page 36: Sports Mode: Operation
First check that “Swap Ends on Reverse” and “Invert Steering on Reverse” are both set to Default (No). Set the steering mode to “2-wheel”. This means that the chassis will essentially drive like a regular car and maintains the “front end” www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 37: Kick-Up
AGITO without any Kick-up in a flat neutral position. Note: if operating AGITO without a dedicated “front” it is recommended to keep the Drive-ends in a neutral position. It is also recommended that Drive-ends are reset to neutral after use. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010... -
Page 38: Trax Mode: Configuration
At the Front / Left end of the Track (closest to the MAG-STOP) position the Magnet 25cm from the end of the track. At the Rear / Right end of the www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... - Page 39 NOTE: When traveling at slower speeds the stopping distance will reduce. This means that some of the Track will not be accessible. This will be revised in a future firmware version. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13...
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Page 40: Trax Stopping Distances
TRAX STOPPING DISTANCES With Firmware Version 4.13 Trax is not using “traction control” therefore stopping distances will reduce with future firmware updates. The support team at Motion Impossible will keep customers up to date with improvements over the next few months. -
Page 41: Trax Mode: Operation
Maximum speed is restricted to match the payload and any track curves in use • Use Guide Wheels to ensure the system is safely attached to the track • E-STOP is connected and close to the operator at ALL TIMES Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 42: Rf Module Settings
If you are experiencing data-loss or restricted range, ensure that FEC is enabled and that you are using the maximum power that is legal in your territory of operation. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 43: E-Stop
If required, it is possible to create your own switch. A simple closed circuit between pins 7 & 10 of the MASTER Controller AUX 2 port will activate E-Stop. See the pin-out diagrams for full details. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’... -
Page 44: Firmware Updates
Controller. Notification of new firmware updates will be normally be emailed to your chosen contact email address and can be downloaded from the Motion Impossible website. Firmware is installed via a small Windows-PC based application that manages the update process. -
Page 45: Maintenance
Use BRAKE CLEANER (do not use WD40) to help remove any dirt / grit around the piston shaft. Check that no grit is present in the piston head. Now rebuild and re-mount the Shock to the Drive-end. Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010... -
Page 46: Tower Gas-Struts
Turn the drive ends the right way up again and tighten the exposed bolt, move the steering to the other limit and repeat on the other side. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 47: Specifications, Dimensions, Connector Pin-Outs
30.1" 952mm 952mm 952mm Overall Length 37.5” 37.5” 37.5” 47.5Kg 47.5Kg 48.8Kg Weight (excluding Payload) 104.7lbs 104.7lbs 107.5lbs 22Kg Max Payload 48.5lbs Note: Conversion to imperial approximate Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 48: Payload & Operational Specifications: Trax
45Kg + 45Kg 45Kg + 22Kg 22Kg + 22Kg Max Payload (per mount) 99lbs + 99lbs 99lbs + 48.5lbs 48.5lbs + 48.5lbs Note: Conversion to imperial approximate www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 49: Example Dimension Diagrams
IMPORTANT: Exact dimensions are specific to the modular configuration, the examples below are used for reference only. SPORTS DRIVE-END, WITH DOLLY / MULTI-TERRAIN WHEEL Length = 952mm SPORTS DRIVE-END, WITH MONSTER WHEEL TRAX DRIVE-END Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... - Page 50 AGITO Example of AGITO Trax on Curved 400mm diameter track www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010...
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Page 51: Connector Pin-Outs
UART1_TX UART4_TX GPIO GPIO GPIO (Reserved) I2C2_CLK I2C2_DAT Connector Label Connector P/N Pin # Description Mating Connector P/N AUX 3 RS 862-1573 USB 2.0 Type B Plug Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 52: Master Controller Interface I/O Connectors
Mating Connector P/N Data LEMO-EGG.0B.304.CLL LEMO-FGG.0B.304.CLAD52 TX RS-232 Data RX RS-232 Data Connector Label Connector P/N Pin # Description Mating Connector P/N Power LEMO-EGG.0B.302.CLL LEMO-FGG.0B.302.CLAD52 +12VDC 1A Max www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 53: Agito Tower Connections
(lower) Data pass- ECG.1B.308.CYM through (upper) Connector Label Connector P/N Pin # Description Mating Connector P/N AGITO-Tower Ctl ECG.0B.305.CYM FGG.0B.305.CYCD52ZN CAN L CAN H +12VDC Analog In Motion Impossible Ltd. www.Motion-Impossible.com +44 1454 501010 AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13... -
Page 54: Troubleshooting & Support
Check that all E-STOP’s are in the deactivated position. Check the Firmware Version, Tower is only active in versions 4.09 and above. Always use the latest firmware. www.Motion-Impossible.com Motion Impossible Ltd. AGITO Owners’ Manual v1.3 Firmware r4.13 +44 1454 501010... -
Page 55: Further Support
AGITO FURTHER SUPPORT For technical documents, spares and assistance please visit www.motion-impossible.com/support Alternatively, you can contact Motion Impossible Customer Support on: Phone: +44 1454 501010 (UK Office Hours, Mon-Fri: 1000-1800) Email: Support@Motion-Impossible.com (Monitored 7 days a week) MOTION IMPOSSIBLE Unit 12 Brunel Court...
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