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Makeblock mBot User Manual

Makeblock mBot
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Contents
Introduction
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Part I General questions
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How to connect Makeblock robot with mBlock
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How to upgrade firmware for Makeblock robot with mBlock
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How to reset default program manually with mBlock
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How to upload my program to the Makeblock robot with mBlock
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What is the difference between upgrade firmware and reset default program
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Why my Makeblock robot doesn't move when I set low motor speed
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A Comparison among Bluetooth connection, 2.4G connection and USB connection
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What troubleshooting I can try if my Makeblock robot cannot connect to my phone App
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Part II mBot
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How to replace motor shaft for mBot
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Why the Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance Mode doesn’t work on mBot
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Why the Line Follower Mode doesn't work on mBot
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How to connect 2.4G wireless serial to my mBot
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How to change the speed of mBot with IR remote controller
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Issues related to Battery
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Useful links for mBot
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Part III Ranger
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Why the motors are not working properly as they should be
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Can I use 2.4G wireless module for my Ranger
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Why the Ranger cannot avoid objects in object avoidance mode
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What should I do if the Nervous Bird could not keep balanced?
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Questions related to Bluetooth connection on Mobile devices
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What should I do if the Makeblock App says “synchronization fails”
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Why my Ranger moves once I turn it on
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Makeblock mBot Specifications

General IconGeneral
CertificationCE
Product colorBlack, Blue
Volume controlYes
CompatibilitymBot v1.1
Brand compatibilityMakeblock
Package depth149.86 mm
Package width59.94 mm
Package height100.08 mm
Package weight250 g
Number of batteries supported4

Summary

Part I General questions

Makeblock robot connection to mBlock

Connect a Makeblock robot to the mBlock software using a USB cable.

Makeblock robot firmware upgrade via mBlock

Steps to update the robot's firmware using the mBlock software.

Reset Makeblock robot default program with mBlock

Procedure to restore the robot's factory default program via mBlock.

Upload program to Makeblock robot with mBlock

Guide on transferring custom programs from mBlock to the robot.

Makeblock firmware upgrade vs reset difference

Explains the distinction between firmware updates and factory resets.

Makeblock robot low motor speed movement issue

Troubleshooting why the robot fails to move at low motor speed settings.

Makeblock connection types comparison: Bluetooth, 2.4G, USB

Compares different connection methods for Makeblock robots and mBlock.

Makeblock robot phone app connection troubleshooting

Steps to resolve connection issues between the robot and its mobile application.

Part II mBot

How to replace motor shaft for mBot

Instructions for replacing a broken motor shaft on the mBot robot.

mBot Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance Mode on mBot.

mBot Line Follower Mode troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the Line Follower Mode functionality on mBot.

mBot 2.4G wireless serial connection guide

Steps to establish a 2.4G wireless connection between mBot and mBlock.

mBot speed control with IR remote

Adjusting mBot's speed using the IR remote controller.

mBot battery issues and recommendations

Common questions and information regarding the robot's battery.

Useful links for mBot

A collection of helpful links for mBot users, including downloads and tutorials.

Part III Ranger

Ranger motor troubleshooting guide

Troubleshooting motor issues on the Ranger robot.

Ranger 2.4G wireless module compatibility

Determining compatibility of 2.4G wireless modules with the Ranger.

Ranger object avoidance failure troubleshooting

Troubleshooting object avoidance failures on the Ranger robot.

Nervous Bird robot balance troubleshooting

Steps to fix balance issues with the Nervous Bird robot.

Ranger mobile Bluetooth connection troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity for Ranger with mobile apps.

Makeblock App sync fails error resolution

Resolving 'synchronization fails' errors in the Makeblock App.

Ranger moves on power-on troubleshooting

Troubleshooting why the Ranger starts moving immediately upon power-on.

Ranger line follower troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the line follower sensor functionality on the Ranger robot.

Part IV Starter

Starter motor troubleshooting

Troubleshooting motor issues on the Starter robot.

Starter IR vs Bluetooth version differences

Compares the IR and Bluetooth versions of the Starter robot.

Starter IR remote operation guide

Guide on operating the Starter robot using its IR remote controller.

Starter 2.4G module replacement for Bluetooth

Assessing the possibility of using a 2.4G module on the Starter instead of Bluetooth.

Starter mobile Bluetooth connection troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity for the Starter with mobile apps.

Starter Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the Ultrasonic Obstacle Avoidance Mode on the Starter.

Starter main board bootloader check

Diagnosing bootloader issues on the Starter main board.

Starter battery recommendations and issues

Information and recommendations regarding the Starter robot's battery.

Starter Robotic Arm programming

Programming the Robotic Arm add-on for the Starter robot.

Part V Ultimate 2.0

Ultimate 2.0 motor troubleshooting

Troubleshooting motor issues on the Ultimate 2.0 robot.

Ultimate 2.0 mobile Bluetooth connection troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Bluetooth connectivity for Ultimate 2.0 with mobile apps.

Ultimate 2.0 2.4G wireless module control

Compatibility of 2.4G wireless modules for controlling the Ultimate 2.0.

Ultimate 2.0 self-balancing balance troubleshooting

Steps to fix balance issues for the Ultimate 2.0 self-balancing robot.

Ultimate 2.0 battery recommendations and issues

Information and recommendations regarding the Ultimate 2.0 robot's battery.

Ultimate 2.0 power-on movement troubleshooting

Troubleshooting why Ultimate 2.0 begins moving upon power-on.

Part VI LaserBot

LaserBot X/Y axis wire connection test

Testing X and Y axis wire connections for the LaserBot.

LaserBot laser module fault testing

Procedure to test the LaserBot's laser module for faults.

LaserBot X/Y axis overtravel fix

Troubleshooting LaserBot X/Y axis overtravel issues.

LaserBot homing movement fix

Fixing issues where X or Y axes do not move during homing.

LaserBot image scaling fix

Troubleshooting image scaling issues on the LaserBot's X or Y axis.

LaserBot mLaser serial port Mac fix

Resolving missing serial port issues for LaserBot on macOS.

mLaser language setting guide

Guide to setting the mLaser language to English.

mLaser black interface troubleshooting

Troubleshooting a black interface issue in mLaser software.

mLaser Mac 'damaged app' error fix

Resolving 'damaged app' errors for mLaser on macOS.

LaserBot laser on no cut/engrave troubleshooting

Troubleshooting LaserBot when laser is on but not cutting/engraving.

Part VII XY Plotter

XY Plotter stepper motor troubleshooting

Troubleshooting abnormal operation of XY Plotter stepper motors.

XY Plotter drawing incorrect pictures fix

Troubleshooting issues with drawing incorrect pictures on the XY Plotter.

XY Plotter homing test troubleshooting

Troubleshooting abnormal behavior during XY Plotter homing tests.

XY Plotter laser weak/off troubleshooting

Troubleshooting weak or non-operational laser on the XY Plotter.

Laser cutter discontinuous lines fix

Troubleshooting why the laser cutter produces discontinuous lines.

Pen-up/Pen-down mechanism troubleshooting

Troubleshooting issues with the Pen-up and Pen-down mechanism.

mDraw to Benbox software switch guide

Key considerations when switching software from mDraw to Benbox.

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