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Tip:
To change the volume of the MP3 player hold the mp3 switch on while moving the left
joystick. There is a master volume on the Road Rage Amp. This amp is located on the main box
in the lower robot. This acts as a master volume, so after changing it you may have to re-adjust
the voice volume on the UHF Receiver in the robot. Do not go above the 1:00 position on the
amp level adjustment.
6 Test all the functions
Test all of the robot's functions: Character’ voice both ways, head turning, mouth, steering
wheel, eyelids, eyes, tape, siren, lights, and drive movement for proper operation. The robot is
now ready to operate.
Note: Keep the sliders on the RC centered and be sure they are centered before turning
on the robot.
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. You can put your own music and even sound effects on the
MP3 player SD card. See the MP3 player section for details.
8 Powering down
1. Turn off the voice units that you wear on your belt before turning off the robot.
2. Turn off the robot.
3. Finally turn off the Radio Control Transmitter.
9 Charge the batteries again
Connect the Robot battery to the charger and bring it back to a full charge before leaving the
robot. This battery should not be left with a partial charge. The transmitter battery should be
charged if it is low. Before a storage period, charge both batteries to a full charge.
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All of the major functions of the robot each have a section in the manual with more
details and diagrams. Refer to these for more in depth information. The Appendix
has pictures and diagrams of where various parts are in the robot. These will help
you become familiar with where the parts are located and their function.
•
For parts that you need for the robot, go to Robotronics.com. This includes radio
controls, voice units, headsets, batteries and chargers.
•
When doing programs in large open locations you may want to use a separate
wireless mic with a portable amp or the PA system. You can play music through the
main system and even do the voice of the robot if you have at least two mics. This
will take some practice to get it set up.
•
It is possible to use a cell phone headset with the two way voice system if you get an
adapter that goes from a 2.5 mm jack to two 3.5mm(1/8”) plugs. This will give some
added flexibility in choosing what type of headset that you can use.
Getting Started
Summary of Contents for Vehicle Robot
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