TTS Rugged Robot User manual
User Guide
www.tts-group.co.uk
Rugged Robot
A Bluetooth enabled programmable oor
robot designed to be used outdoors.
Important Information
¥ Please retain the information in this User Guide for future reference.
¥ Please read all instructions fully before using.
¥ To clean, wipe the surface with a clean damp cloth.
¥ Do not allow the product to come into contact with water or any other liquids.
¥ Keep the product away from direct sunlight and heat.
¥ In the event of a static discharge, The Robot may malfunction. In this case, please
switch it off and then back on again to reset it.
Pack Contents
¥ Rugged Robot.
¥ USB Charging Lead.
¥ User guide.
Know Your Product
Sensors
Light Sensor
Speaker
Charger Socket
Controls
Speed
Start the program
Forwards
Backwards
45oright turn
45oleft turn
Clear the memory
Pause
Avoidance
Power
Button
Sound
Rugged Robot
Programming Rugged Robot
Rugged Robot has been designed as an outdoor floor robot.
¥ After initial switch-on, the eyes will light orange and the rear lights will light red, these
will remain on until the Robot is turned off.
¥ If the Robot is not used for 5 minutes it will enter low power mode and turn off all
lights. Press any button to wake the Robot up.
¥ The sequence memory is cleared on start-up, pressing <Go> at this point will simply
cause a sound to be played and no motion to occur.
¥ The user can press a sequence of commands, which are stored in the sequence
memory. A maximum of 200 commands can be stored; each command being either
one forward/backward movement, left/right turn, or a pause.
¥ Each forward or backward command causes the unit to move approx. 20cm in the
required direction.
¥ Each turn command causes the unit to rotate 1/8th of a turn.
¥ A pause command causes the unit to pause for 0.5 seconds.
¥ When the <Go> button is pressed, the unit will execute all the commands stored in
order with a short pause between each command.
¥ When the command sequence completes, the unit will stop and play a sound. (The
sound can be turned on/off using the sound switch on the top of the Robot.
¥ Pressing <Go> whilst a sequence is running will stop the sequence.
¥ Pressing the clear button <X> will clear the sequence memory.
¥ Pressing the avoidance button will cause the button to illuminate green, when this
is activated the Robot will back up when it see's an obstacle in its path and attempt
to find an alternative route around the obstacle. During this mode the front 3 lights
will illuminate red and it will play a sound. To turn the avoidance mode off press the
button once more and the green light will turn off.
¥ There are 3 speed modes. When first switched on the Robot will default to Mode 1
oMode 1 - Button not illuminated and Robot will pause between each sequence step.
oMode 2 - Button will illuminate and Robot will not pause between each sequence
step when travelling in a straight line.
oMode 3 - Button will flash and Robot will not pause between each sequence
when travelling in a straight line, and additionally the turns will be faster for better
performance on uneven surfaces.
¥ There is a light sensor which will automatically activate the headlights when the Robot
enters a darker environment.
Status LED's
¥ There are 6 segments within the ring around the command buttons, during each step
these will light green to indicate the command being carried out.
¥ When first turned on the segments will light to indicate the battery level, more
segments indicate the Robot has more charge.
¥ When connected to Bluetooth the segments will light blue.
¥ In programming mode the lights will flash yellow to indicate the button has been
pressed.
Recharging
¥ Turn off the Power to charge, the Robot will not work whilst charging.
¥ To recharge the Robot use the USB cable provided by inserting the DC Jack into the
charging socket and the USB into a USB socket or a suitable 5V 1A power supply.
¥ During charging the segments will light green in turn to indicate the charge level.
¥ Charging will take approximately 1-2 hours to fully charge.
¥ Once fully charged your Robot will give 1-2 hours running time in normal use.
Compatibility
¥ Rugged Robot will operate with an iOS or Android device containing compatible Blue-
tooth hardware. Please download the App from either Google Play or the App store.
Rugged Robot is compatible with the following operating systems:
Android:
◦Android 5.0(Lollipop) Minimum ◦Android 7.1(Nougat)
◦Android 5.1(Lollipop) ◦Android 8.0(Oreo)
◦Android 6.0(Marshmallow) ◦Android 8.1(Oreo)
◦Android 7.0(Nougat) ◦Android 9.0(Pie) Latest
Rugged Robot
iOS:
◦iOS 8.0 Minimum
◦ iOS 9.0
◦iOS 10.0
◦iOS 11.0
◦iOS 12.0 Latest
Pairing
¥ Turn your Rugged Robot on to make it discoverable with your device.
¥ Locate the Bluetooth settings on your device.
¥ Switch Bluetooth on and search for nearby devices.
¥ The Rugged Robot will appear on the list of devices.
¥ Select the Rugged Robot on the list to pair with.
¥ Once paired it can be controlled from the app.
Battery Precautions
¥ Rugged Robot is fitted with a 3.7V 850mAh Lithium polymer battery.
¥ Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged
¥ Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
¥ The supply terminals are not to be short circuited.
¥ Regularly examine for damage to the plug enclosure and other parts. In the event
of any damage, the toy and charger must not be used until the damage has been
repaired.
¥ Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product.
¥ Only batteries of equal size and type should be used.
Important Information
¥ This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Warning:
¥ Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note:
¥ This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
When this appliance is out of use, please remove all batteries and
dispose of them separately. Bring electrical appliances to the local
collecting points for waste electrical and electronic equipment. Other
components can be disposed of in domestic refuse.
The crossed-out dustbin symbols indicates that batteries, rechargeable
batteries, button cells, battery packs, etc. must not be put in the
household waste. Batteries are harmful to health and the environment.
Please help to protect the environment from health risks. If the toy is out
of use, please use common household tool to break the product for
built-in rechargeable battery operated toy or unscrew the battery
door for replaceable battery operated toy, then take the battery out
form the toy. Dispose of battery in accordance with your local battery
recycling or disposal laws.
This product is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU.
Rugged Robot
Specification
Forward/Backward movement Approx. 20cm
Left/Right turn Approx. 45 degree turns
Obstacle Sensor Approx. 20cm
Battery 3.7V 850mAh Lithium polymer
Battery Life approx. 1-2 hours in normal use (depends
mainly on amount of movement)
Frequency Band range 2.400-2.483GHz
Maximum Radio-Frequency power <10mW
Speed of movement: 1 x speed = Approx. 0.15m/s
2 x speed = Approx. 0.27m/s
Problem Solution
Product will not operate Ensure that the power switch is pressed
and the battery is sufficiently charged
Product will not move as expected Check the ground is suitable and the
wheels are free from dirt
Sound is not audible Ensure the sound button is pressed and
the battery is sufficiently charged
Lights have come on but no movement Recharge by plugging in the USB cable
Product is working intermittently Switch the product off and on again to
reset.
Robot is not avoiding obstacles Press the obstacle avoidance button - it
should illuminate green when active.
Ensure the obstacle is high enough to
trigger the sensor - small objects may not
be seen by the sensor.
Troubleshooting
Warranty & Support
This product is provided with a one-year warranty for problems found during normal
usage. Mistreating the Rugged Robot, using the incorrect supply voltage, or opening the
unit will invalidate this warranty.
Technical Support
Please visit www.tts-group.co.uk for the latest product information.
TTS Group Ltd.
Park Lane Business Park
Kirkby-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG17 9GU, UK.
Freephone: 0800 318686 Freefax: 0800 137525
WARNING: Do not dispose of this product in household waste.
WARNING: Hand it over to a collection point for recycling electronic appliances.
WARNING: Not suitable for children under 36 months due to small parts- electric shock
and choking hazard.
Made in China, on behalf of TTS Group Ltd.
TTS Product Code:
IT10000
FCC ID: 2ADRE-IT10000
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