AdMoVeo robot

What you get (to loan)

• 1 numbered storage box.

• 1 numbered AdMoVeo.

• 1 wireless Xbee module placed on the AdMoVeo.

• 1 numbered USB2Xbee wireless module.
• 1 USB Cable (mini).
• 4 AA rechargeable batteries.
• 2 foam pieces for protection.

What you need (to buy)

• 1 Arduino diecimila -> You can buy an Arduino at the servicedesk.

• 1 USB cable -> A-B Type

• 1 Universal Power Adapter, -> e.g. PA500 , you can also buy one in shops like kijkshop, mediamarkt or wiener electronics.

• The requirements for the power adapter are:

  • >=300mA minimum current

  • 7,5V or 9V voltage selection
  • 2,5 mm output plug, plus inside, minus outside.

Assemble the AdMoVeo robot

1. loose the four screws that fix the PCB on the platform.
2. lift the upper PCB up carefully.

3. install the four rechargeable AA batteries which are included in the box. pay attention to the "+" and "-" indicators. NEVER TRY TO CHARGE NORMAL AA BATTERIES!

4. put the PCB back to its position and fasten the screws.
5. remove the power selection jumper on the Arduino board, if the jumper is there. You may found it by looking for "PWR_SEL" on the PCB.
6. carefully install the Arduino board onto the robot platform. Pay attention to the orientation. Do not force the Arduino board onto the platform if it does not fit.
7. You may need to charge the batteries first. The batteries can only be charged when the robot is switched off. When the robot is on, the batteries are not being charged at the same time. You need the power adapter to charge the batteries:
   1. Set the power adapter to 9 Volts.
   2. Connect the fitting plug for the arduino board onto the adapter so that the + is inside and the - is outside (watch the symbols on the plug, the arrows must match).

IDuino firmware for the AdMoVeo robot

1. see IDuino for Details.

Test the AdMoVeo robot

1. Download the test program and see whether everything works as expected. see AdMoVeo for details.