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CHAPTER 2
Radio Control System
The Radio Control System consists of the control transmitter unit held by the operator and the
receiver with its associated components in the robot.
The Radio Control Transmitter converts movements of the control sticks and switches into a
coded radio signal, which is transmitted by radio to the Radio Control Receiver within the robot.
The signal is received and then decoded by the micro-controller, which is on the main circuit
board in the vehicle. The micro-controller controls functions based on what was sent from the
radio control transmitter.
Radio Control Operating Instructions
Refer to the diagram showing the radio control transmitter for the location of controls.
RC turn on steps:
1. Put the top switches in the position away from you.
2. Turn on the power switch. The display will read switch error.
3. Pull the very top left mp3 switch and the display will now come on.
You can now turn on the main robot power switch. It is necessary for the robot to always have
an operating signal when it is on. If there is no signal you will not have full control of the robot.
The right hand joystick controls movement of the robot's drive wheels. Pushing the stick
forward will cause the robot to move forward. Pulling the stick back will cause the robot to move
backward. Moving the stick to the right or left will cause the robot to turn to the right or left
respectively. Movement is fully proportional so any variation or combination of movement is
possible. The horizontal and vertical trim tabs to the left and below the joystick are for
centering and should be typically left in the center. The only time that you would need to move
these trims is if the robot started moving slightly on its own. In this case move them slightly
until the robot stops.
The left joystick controls the eyes and the eyelids. It also controls the mp3 volume up and
down.
For a detail of other functions, see the radio control diagram on the next page. All of these
functions are labeled on the radio control itself.
A charge plug is provided on the transmitter for recharging its internal battery. The transmitter
power switch must be in the off position before charging the batteries. A charge light on the
charger will come on while charging.
There is a RC battery (NiMH) provided with all robots. There is an extra Ni-MH battery provided
with the package. These will give you about 5 hours operation each.
Summary of Contents for Pluggie Robot
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Page 49: ...45 APPENDIX B ROBOT PARTS IDENTIFICATION ...
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