Global Specialties ARX-WRL, Instruction Manual

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1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION WIRELESS
1.1. Introduction
The
"
Wireless
"
transmission module from is an extension
set for the ASURO robot that is also suitable for other robot models
such as the
Global Specialties'
Arduino (AAR
) Robot
. The
"
Wireless
"
transmission module contains the circuits for standar-
dized infrared communication so that you can continue to use the
ASURO USB-IR transceiver with the ASURO Flash software.
Moreover this extension module offers space for an APC220 or a
Bluetooth
compatible
module. Both modules are base
d
on radio
transmission.
The main advantage of radio transmission is the fact that ASURO
doesn’t need any visual contact with the control unit, the control
range is bigger and the robot is easier to control e.g. via an android
mobile phone.
The
"
Wireless
"
transmission module is supplied fully mounted. Only
the contact pins need to be soldered. Almost all components are
pre-soldered so that you need no extra time for the soldering.
The challenge of the set lies in the programming of the control
software. Programming tutorials are available on the website. The
control can be done via a PC or an android mobile phone.
Visual Basic offers a programming environment for the transmission
application on the PC. The example application is user-adjustable.
You can connect to the Bluetooth module via a mobile phone so that
the system can send data both ways. This communication takes
place in an android environment that is quickly developing towards a
control system for mobile radio transmission. The ASURO extension
set, this manual and the available software offer you the opportunity
to get acquainted with Android.
Enjoy your extension set
and
its RF modules!