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Say hi to HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02
Introducing HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02
Activate HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Download the HEXA App to activate HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Activate more HEXAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting for unsuccessful HEXA activation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connect to HEXA with your mobile device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using Wi-Fi mode to connect HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting for unsuccessful Wi-Fi mode connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Use Direct Link mode to connect to HEXA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Troubleshooting for unsuccessful Direct Link mode connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Skill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HEXA pre-installed Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Use Skills in Launcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Play around with pre-installed Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Download more Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
If you want to transfer HEXA ownership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
How to transfer HEXA ownership . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting for unsuccessful HEXA activation ........
  • Page 2 HEXA is an open platform for robot developers ....... . .

  • Page 3: Part 1: Getting Started

    Part 1 Getting Started...

  • Page 4: Say Hi To Hexa

    Say hi to HEXA Introducing HEXA HEXA is an all-terrain hexapod robot designed and developed by Vincross Inc. It comes equipped with basic motion capacities such as walking, climbing, and passing through caves. It is also equipped with multiform interfaces such as a built-in camera, infrared transmitter, and a distance measuring sensor.

  • Page 5: Hexa Profile

    HEXA profile Head shell Distance measuring sensor Signal light Infrared transmitter Hardware interfaces Camera HEXA× 1 Wireless charging dock × 1 AC/DC adapter× 1 Getting Started...
  • Page 6 Hardware interfaces The hardware interfaces are hidden under the head shell. (Pull up from the back of the head to remove shell.) Always use the original AC/DC adapter in order to prevent serious damage to HEXA and/or fire. Getting Started...

  • Page 7: Activate Hexa

    Activate HEXA Download the HEXA App to activate HEXA In order to activate your HEXA, you must first download the HEXA App. You will then be guided through setup. The activation requires a Wi-Fi network with internet connection for your HEXA and mobile device.
  • Page 8 Open HEXA App while your mobile device is connected to a Wi-Fi network, and press "Let's get started!" Getting Started...
  • Page 9 You will see the signal light on the top side is blinking yellow. Getting Started...
  • Page 10 Click ”Next” in HEXA App. Choose a Wi-Fi network for HEXA and enter the password. Getting Started...
  • Page 11 Place the QR code in front of HEXA's camera. Wait 30-60 seconds until the signal light turns blue and stops blinking. When the activation process is complete, the HEXA App will automatically display the Launcher. (Please go to Page 27 to see how to use Skills in Launcher.)

  • Page 12: Activate More Hexas

    Activate more HEXAs The more HEXAs, the merrier. Follow these instructions for activating additional robots. Open HEXA App and login to your Vincross account. Press "Add a HEXA" . Getting Started...
  • Page 13 Press "Activate a new HEXA". Getting Started...
  • Page 14 Finish the activation process by following the activation instructions shown on Page 5. Getting Started...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting For Unsuccessful Hexa Activation

    Possible reasons Solutions Place the screen of your mobile phone with a vertical HEXA failed to scan angle to the camera of HEXA, then adjust the distance QR code. between your phone and the camera. Connection time out. Move to a location with a better Wi-Fi signal.

  • Page 16: Connect To Hexa With Your Mobile Device

    When your mobile device is connecting to HEXA using Wi-Fi, HEXA will automatically determine whether the current network environment is LAN or internet. 1. When HEXA and your mobile device are connected to the same Wi-Fi network, HEXA will appear as a LAN connection.
  • Page 17 How to connect to HEXA using Wi-Fi mode Turn on HEXA’s power button. Its signal light will blink blue, which shows it is connecting to Wi-Fi. Getting Started...
  • Page 18 Connect mobile device to Wi-Fi network with internet access, and then open the HEXA App. Getting Started...
  • Page 19 Find HEXA. If you do not see an icon, it means HEXA is not connected to a network. You might want to add a Wi-Fi for HEXA or switch to Direct Link mode. Getting Started...
  • Page 20 Click HEXA to open the prompt view. Follow the prompt and click "Connect with Wi-Fi". Then choose a Wi-Fi network for HEXA. Enter Wi-Fi password. Getting Started...
  • Page 21 When the signal light of HEXA turns to steady blue, it means HEXA is successfully connected to Wi-Fi. Getting Started...
  • Page 22 Wait until your mobile device automatically connects to HEXA. Once successfully connected, the HEXA App will automatically display the Launcher. Getting Started...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting For Unsuccessful Wi-Fi Mode Connection

    Please make sure the Wi-Fi password inputed for HEXA is correct. Please reconfirm the Wi-Fi signal around HEXA is strong and steady. Please make sure you are the owner or a trusted user of this HEXA. If the problem still cannot be solved, please contact support@vincross.com.

  • Page 24: Use Direct Link Mode To Connect To Hexa

    1 minute and then turn steady purple. This indicates that HEXA has entered Direct Link mode. Note: Even when HEXA is connected to Wi-Fi, you can switch to Direct Link mode by visiting "Settings" in the HEXA App.
  • Page 25 Open mobile device network settings. Among available networks, find a network named "HEXA-xxxxxxxxxxxx", click “Connect”, and enter the password, which is the last 8 digits of the network name. Getting Started...
  • Page 26 Open HEXA App. The icon indicates HEXA is under Direct Link mode. Click the HEXA's name and connect to it. You will then be able to enter HEXA Launcher. Getting Started...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting For Unsuccessful Direct Link Mode Connection

    Please check the network settings of your mobile device. Make sure it is connected to HEXA's network. Please confirm that you are the owner or trusted user of this HEXA. Under room temperature environments, please make sure that the distance between the mobile device and HEXA is within 160 feet (50 meters).

  • Page 28: Skill

    Skill A “Skill” is an application of HEXA. It is the equivalent to a software of an app on a mobile device. HEXA pre-installed Skills We pre-installed two skills for every HEXA: Explore Skill and Dance Skill. You will find them in the HEXA Launcher.

  • Page 29: Use Skills In Launcher

    Use Skills in Launcher In Launcher, You can find all of HEXA’s Skills, both pre-installed and the ones downloaded from the Skill Store. Play around with pre-installed Skills Explore Skill With Explore Skill, HEXA becomes an extension of your eyes—enabling it to see, experience, and witness things you didn’t even know existed.
  • Page 30 ⑧ ① ② ③ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ④ ⑨ ① Back to Launcher ⑥ Take photos/Record videos ② Turn on/off camera ⑦ Control head spinning direction ③ Turn on/off night vision mode ⑧ Shutter ④ Control moving direction ⑨ Motions: Climb the staircase, caving and poke.
  • Page 31 3. To ensure video/photo quality, we recommend you to turn on night vision mode in low-light environments. 4. You can control HEXA by using the movement direction controller and head spinning controller. Also real time video will be transmitted.
  • Page 32 Dance Skill Look out Beyoncé, HEXA is about to take the dance floor. And this dancer has the benefit of not two, but six legs. Open Dance Skill by clicking the icon in Launcher. Getting Started...
  • Page 33 ① ⑦ ② ③ ⑨ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑧ ⑩ ① Back to Launcher ⑥ Reverse head moves ② Reverse leg moves ⑦ Leg moves ③ Switch legs clockwise ⑧ Head moves ④ Switch legs anti-clockwise ⑨ Speed controller ⑤ Mad mode (repeating the previous move) ⑩...
  • Page 34 2. Adjusting the speed controller up or down will speed up or slow down the dance. 3. If you press Mad button, HEXA will repeat the previous move quickly, entering a madly dancing mode. Press this button again, and HEXA will return to normal.

  • Page 35: Download More Skills

    HEXA is an open platform. We welcome you to share your inspirations and publish your own Skills. You can also enter the Skill Store inside the HEXA App to browse and download additional Skills to give HEXA more capabilities and possibilities.

  • Page 36: If You Want To Transfer Hexa Ownership

    If you want to transfer HEXA ownership You are able to transfer the ownership of your HEXA to another user. How to transfer HEXA ownership 1. Open the HEXA App, enter “Settings”-“Transfer HEXA ownership.” 2. Click the Transfer button and enter the password of the owner’s Vincross account.

  • Page 37: Part 2 Becoming A Hexa Developer

    Part 2 Becoming a HEXA Developer...

  • Page 38: Hexa Is An Open Platform For Robot Developers

    Vincross developer community. MIND SDK HEXA’s operating system is called MIND. With MIND SDK, developers will be able to develop Skills for HEXA and empower it to do almost anything you can imagine. Visit Vincross Developer Center https://www.vincross.com/developer/introduction/ for more information about MIND SDK, its documentation, and tutorials.

  • Page 39: Developer Bridge

    Skill Store. Visit and become a Vincross developer now. Developer Forum In the Vincross Forum Development Discussion section, you can find peers to discuss, to inspire, and to create with. Visit https://forum.vincross.com/developer and join the community. Becoming a HEXA Developer...

  • Page 40: Part 3 Hexa's Features And Parameters

    Part 3 HEXA’s Features and Parameters...

  • Page 41: Signal Light On Hexa's Head

    Signal light on HEXA's head The signal light on HEXA’s head shows the current status of your robot. You can quickly determine the current status by referring to the following table. Light Status Blinking Steady Yellow light Waiting to scan QR code...

  • Page 42: Visual System

    Visual system HEXA's vision system consists of a camera and an infrared transmitter, which are located at the head of your HEXA. You can use HEXA to explore different environments by watching the video its camera transmits to your mobile device. The infrared transmitter can provide night vision in low-light environments.

  • Page 43: Explore, Take Pictures And Videos

    Explore, take pictures and videos The built-in “Explore” Skill will allow you to explore HEXA’s surroundings, as well as to take pictures and videos. Infrared night vision In low-light environment, you can turn on the infrared transmitter (night vision mode) to fill light for the camera.

  • Page 44: Power And Charge

    AC/DC adapter or the wireless charging dock. Low battery display When the power is low, HEXA’s signal light will remain red for a long time, while the HEXA App's Launcher will give you a heads-up. In lowest power situations, the HEXA App will pop up to tell you it will be shutting down soon.

  • Page 45: Charge

    Charge You can charge HEXA using an AC/DC adapter or the wireless charging dock that connects to an AC/DC adapter. Cable charging time: 2.5 hours Wireless charging time: 4.5 hours While charging with the wireless charging dock, the white light on the buttom will light up.

  • Page 46: Legs

    Legs HEXA has six legs which are distributed in a symmetrical manner. Each leg has three joints and a non-slip pad on the toe. 180° 112° 180° The leg joints are driven by high-performance motors. Do not rotate them by hand. This may cause serious damage regardless of whether HEXA is powered on or off.

  • Page 47: Specs

    Height: 4.7 inches (120mm) Operating environment Battery Operating ambient temperature: Battery type: Lithium-ion battery 50°–95°F (10°–35°C) Capacity: 6900mAh Operating altitude: tested up to Battery life: 45-180min 6562 feet (2000m) Depending on the actual use of the case HEXA’s Features and Parameters...
  • Page 48 Please use original AC/DC adapter to charge. Using third party AC/DC adapter to charge may severely damage HEXA and cause fire. It is not recommended to operate HEXA while charging, otherwise the charging efficiency will be significantly reduced. HEXA’s Features and Parameters...
  • Page 49 / recording videos USB 2.0 Recording resolution: 720p 3.5mm audio line in Infrared night vision: Yes 3.5mm audio line out GPIO x 4 C x 1 ADC x 4 5V power output 3.3V power output HEXA’s Features and Parameters...
  • Page 50 HEXA’s Features and Parameters...

  • Page 51: Part 4 Services And System Updates

    Part 4 Services and System Updates...

  • Page 52: Services And Support

    Services and support We will always pay close attention to any problems you may encounter while using HEXA. Please check the after-sale service policies and repair service policies at the Vincross official website: https://www.vincross.com/support/after-sale-service-policies You can also get service and support in the following ways: You can click “Customer service”...

  • Page 53: System Update

    System update HEXA’s operating system MIND and HEXA App will update regularly. When you open the HEXA App and receive an update prompt, please update while connected to a Wi-Fi network. Using lower versions of MIND or HEXA App may affect your HEXA experience.

  • Page 54: Update "Hexa User Guide

    Update “HEXA User Guide” Vincross will update the HEXA User Guide from time to time to help you keep up with HEXA newest instructions. Please see latest version from the Vincross website at: https://www.vincross.com/support/downloads Services and System Updates...
  • Page 55 FCC Statement: 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.

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