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  • Page 1 CREATOR’S BOOKLET...
  • Page 2 Scan the QR code for instructions in your language Wacky Robots are a quirky group of mini-robots that will help you master the basics of robotics and electronics.

  • Page 4: How Does It Work

    Meet Codee Codee is a DIY virtual pet similar to Tamagotchi. Like any other pet, you can play with it, take care of it, love it and help it grow! How does it work? Learn about real–time Follow the online clocks and low–power tutorials and assemble technology...
  • Page 5 What is CircuitMess? Albert CircuitMess started in 2016 when Albert (our CEO) was 17 years old. Albert loved tinkering with electronics and one of his first projects was a DIY game console. People really liked the idea so he decided to launch it on...
  • Page 7 The mission Everybody knows how important technology is, but less than 1% of the population knows HOW TO MAKE new technology. We’re here to change that! With our kits, we want to inspire people to be CREATORS instead of just consumers.

  • Page 8: What's Inside The Box

    What’s inside the box? Acrylic casing Spacers Circuit board Stickers Bolts Battery holder Screwdriver Batteries Lanyard You’ll learn about: Low-power technology Real-time clocks Embedded programming Video game mechanics...
  • Page 10 What is a real–time clock? If you ever wondered how your phone or computer knows what time it is — it’s all thanks to an RTC. A real–time clock (RTC) is an integrated circuit that measures the passage of time. An RTC is usually connected to an alternate power source so that it can keep tracking...
  • Page 11 How to measure electric current? An ampere (amp) is a measure of the electric current. It is the amount of electric charge in motion per unit time. Electricity flows in a similar way to water flowing through a hose. Electric current in this example would be the flow rate or the amount of water flowing through the hose.
  • Page 12 What are virtual pets? A virtual pet is an artificial human companion that lives inside of a device. Even though it is virtual, it requires just as much care and attention as real–life pets do. Most virtual pets start off as babies that you have to take care of and help them grow into a healthy, full–grown pet.
  • Page 13 A brief history of virtual pets 1995 PF Magic releases Dogz — the first widely popular virtual pet game 1996 Akihiro Yokoi and Aki Maita make Tamagotchi 1997 Virtual pet craze takes off! 1997 Digimon 1998 Hey you, Pikachu!
  • Page 14 1999 Neopets 2005 Nintendogs 2010 Kinectimals 2012 2013 Talking Tom 2024 Codee — Build & code your own virtual pet...
  • Page 15 Tamagotchi effect Just like real–life pets, virtual pets require constant attention and care. While taking care of someone (or something) for a while, especially a super–cute pet, some kind of an emotional connection is bound to happen. This type of an emotional attachment to a machine, robot or software is called the Tamagotchi effect.
  • Page 16 Codee’s walk cycle...
  • Page 17 Pixel Art Let’s check some key definitions in the world of Pixel Art! The pixel is the basic unit of programmable color on a computer display or in a computer image. The frame rate is the rate at which a number of frames appear within a second.
  • Page 18 Pixel art is a type of digital art created with graphical software in which images are built entirely from pixels. Pixel art was born in the 1970s, and some of the earliest examples were simply squares and rectangles. SuperPaint was the precursor to modern graphic programs like Photoshop, and it was used by NASA as a way to illustrate its discoveries and data.
  • Page 20 Binary - the language of computers What is binary? It’s a special language that computers use to talk and understand instructions. It’s made up of only two numbers: 0 and 1. Imagine off (0) it like a light switch: (1). The switch is in the The switch is in the “on“...

  • Page 21: Smartphones And Tablets

    Smartphones and Tablets Your favorite apps and games on your tablet or smartphone also speak binary. They use binary code to show you pictures, play music, and let you chat with friends. Robots and Machines Have you ever seen a robot move or a machine make something? They, too, use binary code to follow instructions and do their jobs.
  • Page 22 How does it actually work? Each binary digit (we call them bits) represents a different value. Here’s how you count from 0 to 10 in binary: decimal binary = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = 1000 1001 1010...
  • Page 23 Meet hexadecimal - the colorful code Hexadecimal (we call it „hex“ for short) is another way to represent numbers. It uses 16 symbols: 0-9 and the letters A-F. Why do we use hex? Hex is super handy when dealing with lots of binary numbers.
  • Page 24 How does hex work? Each hex digit represents four binary digits - bits. Let’s look at the numbers 0 to 15 in both binary and hex: decimal binary = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = = #CE0090 #FF7046 #01A6C4...
  • Page 25 Write in secret code! Now that you know how to convert letters into binary and hexadecimal codes, you can create secret messages to share with your friends! Imagine passing notes that only you and your friends can read because they are written in a special code. It’s like having your own language! We are sharing a secret alphabet with you, so share it only with your besties!
  • Page 26 Try it out! Fill in the blanks FillInTheBlanks binary = = = = = = = = = 01001001 01001110 01010110 01000101 01001110 01010100 01001111 01010010 Do it yourself! Can you write your own name in binary code? We believe in you!
  • Page 27 Discover the hidden image Fill in the blanks! Every 0 needs to be left white, and every 1 needs to be filled in. binary = = = = = = = = = 00111100 01000010 10100101 10000001 10100101 10011001 01000010 00111100...
  • Page 28 Your Codee comes with 6 Pre–loaded Mini–games Oil I need Arctic swim Pingo snack So you think you Polar jump Ocean arcade can waddle?

  • Page 29: Safety First

    Handling a screwdriver is not recommended for children under the age of 7! Keep CircuitMess Codee away from young children! This product contains small components that are dangerous to children under the age of 3.
  • Page 30 Welcome to the Codee Build Guide! Get ready to assemble your new virtual pet step-by-step. Let‘s dive in! Start by removing the protective foil from both sides of each of the two acrylic casings.
  • Page 31 Once you’re done, they should be shiny and transparent. Next, we need to connect the battery holder to the PCB. This step ensures that Codee will be brought to life once the batteries are in place. Take these two components: Connect them as shown:...
  • Page 32 To prevent the holder from shifting, secure it to the PCB using two screws. Insert the screws from inside the battery holder: Use a screwdriver to tighten them:...
  • Page 33 Place two batteries into the holder, making sure to align the polarities (+ and -) correctly. The battery holder and batteries will have clear + and - indicators. Personalize Codee with fun stickers! Choose any pair you like and stick them on the designated side of the casing.
  • Page 34 Next, attach screws and spacers to the back casing so you can connect it to the PCB. Use these parts: Secure the casing by placing screws from the front side and fastening them with spacers on the reverse side:...
  • Page 35 Now take what will be the front casing, the PCB, and the four screws. Align the front casing with the PCB to ensure the display is visible. Insert four screws from the outer side of the casing: Use a screwdriver to secure them:...
  • Page 36 The front and PCB connection should look like this: For the final assembly, connect the back side using four more screws: Secure them with a screwdriver:...
  • Page 37 Congratulations! You’ve successfully assembled your Codee. It should look like this: If you’d like to wear your Codee around your neck, attach the strap as an optional finishing touch. Enjoy your new virtual pet!
  • Page 38 How to use your Codee? Codee will constantly be in sleep mode if you are not using it, and you can press any button to turn it on. The buttons also serve these functions: A - navigate to the right B - navigate to the left C - Enter D - Exit...
  • Page 39 We hope you had fun building your new virtual pet!
  • Page 42 If you suspect that any part of your CircuitMess Codee kit • In the case of deformation, stop (especially the batteries) is damaged, using the battery immediately stop using the device.
  • Page 43 (contact@ included device in your pockets. circuitmess.com) or take your device to a certified repair shop. Do not use CircuitMess Codee near hearing aids or similar medical aids Connect other devices according and equipment to avoid interference to their operating instructions.
  • Page 44 Ulica dr. Luje Naletilića 85, 3. Check from time to time if 10256 Botinec, CircuitMess Codee is damaged or worn Zagreb, out in any way to prevent possible injuries and risks to the child’s health Croatia and safety.
  • Page 45 WARRANTY STATEMENT responsibility for storing and/ or losing personal data while CircuitMess d.o.o., with its registered repairing the device. office in Zagreb, Croatia, Ulica dr. Luje Naletilića 85, guarantees the WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER quality and proper functionality of Upgrades, alterations, modifications to...
  • Page 46 CircuitMess d.o.o. as the warranty measures may be useful. • Reorient provider and/or its authorized or relocate the receiving antenna partners will not be liable for any •...
  • Page 47 WARRANTY SHEET CircuitMess Codee Product name: do-it-yourself educational kit Warranty on components and 24 months parts contained in this set is: Date of purchase: Seller and point of sale stamp: Invoice number: Information on interventions during warranty period is entered by a repair shop technician at an authorized repair shop.
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