Robotronics Toby Tire Robot, Operating Manual

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Setup and How to Operate the Robot
SETUP AND HOW TO OPERATE THE ROBOT
Step # 1
Read and study this manual completely before operating the robot.
Step # 2 Charge the batteries
Be certain that the robot battery and radio control transmitter battery are fully charged before
operating the robot.
Install the robot battery. Open the rear door or trunk to gain access.
1. Put the robot battery in the compartment in the back.
2. Connect the robot battery connector to the robot connector. Red will go to red and black to
black. This connection is polarity protected and can be connected only the correct way.
3. The battery is secured in place with a battery strap. Tighten the strap very tight.
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CAUTION
The robot battery posts should never contact the metal of the main electronics box or the
metal of the drive base. This will result in damage to electronic components especially
inside the main electronics box.
Step # 4 Powering up
The radio control transmitter will be referred to as “RC” in this manual.
Turn the RC "ON" first and then turn the robot "ON". Check that the RC
battery level meter reads to the right. The "ON/OFF" switch for the robot is
located inside the rear door or trunk on the main electronics panel. Push the
switch up to turn the robot on.
Step # 5 Set the Volumes
Check that the volume of the voice and tape player are at the level that your want.
The tape player volume can be changed on the tape player itself, which can be accessed
through the rear trunk or door. The volume for the Character voice is on the back of the voice
receiver also accessible through the rear door.
Step # 6 Test all the functions
Test all of the robot's functions: Character’ voice both ways, eyelids, eyes, tape, siren, lights,
and drive movement for proper operation. The robot is now ready to operate.
Step # 7 Optional Accessories Setup
For information about these, see the optional accessories section. This includes options such
as the voice modifier and water squirter. These sections will give you step by step instructions
for setup and related diagrams.
Step # 8 Powering Down
To turn off the system, turn the main switch to the “OFF” position. Finally turn off the Voice
Transmitter, 151 Voice Receiver and the Radio Control Transmitter.