Makeblock Ultimate 2.0 User Manual

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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 Ultimate 2.0 Specifications

General

Battery type	AA
Battery voltage	1.5 V
Power source type	Non-rechargeable battery
Batteries required	Yes
Number of batteries supported	6
Material	Aluminium, Plastic, Steel
Applications	Graphical, Arduino , Python, Node JS
Product type	Programmable building set
Certification	CE
Product color	Black
Recommended age (min)	- yr(s)
Number of sensors	3
Cables included	LAN (RJ-45), USB
Batteries included	No
EU TSD warning	Not for children under 36 months, To be used under direct adult supervision

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	63 mm
Width	85 mm
Package type	Box