Zeon Dalek Line Tracker User Manual

DR243 Dalek Line Tracker Instructions
How it works
The technology behind this line tracker belongs to 2 sensors located on the bottom of Dalek. Each sensor
has a pair of infrared LEDs and an infrared light sensor that controls the corresponding motor.
The infrared LED generates the signal to the paper and the receiver will obtain the reflected signal to differen-
tiate the line from the surrounding area. Once the unit detects the line, it will drive the wheels to run. So, the
reflection of the light is key to drive the wheels!
Drawing a line for the Dalek to follow
A) Line color
It must be BLACK otherwise the reflected infrared signal will not be received by the sensor and the corre-
sponding motor won't drive.
B) Line width
The line width should be narrower than the distance between the 2 sensors. However, we cannot make the
line too thin. Please search and view the pdf “DR243 – Guide Paths” on
http://www.zeonltd.co.uk/filesearch-zeon.php for examples on the width of the lines that need to be drawn.
First use of the Dalek Line Tracker
Running on Straight line
To start, draw a long straight line with BLACK marker on WHITE paper. The line must be 0.8 ~ 1 cm wide.
Turn on the power switch, place the Dalek on the middle of line and it will run along the line immediately.
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Zeon Dalek Line Tracker Specifications

General

Brand	Zeon
Model	Dalek Line Tracker
Category	Toy
Language	English

Summary

How it works

Drawing a line for the Dalek to follow

Line color

Specifies that the line must be black for the infrared sensor to work correctly.

Line width

Defines the required line width for the Dalek to follow, recommending narrower than sensor distance.

First use of the Dalek Line Tracker

Running on Straight line

Instructions for starting the Dalek on a straight black line of specific width on white paper.

Dalek Track Instructions

Draw a Parking Line

Instructions to draw a thicker line perpendicular to the straight line to stop the Dalek.

Run on a Circle

Guidance on drawing a circle with specific line width for continuous Dalek movement.

Create your own fantastic Track

Advice on creating custom tracks with line width and curve radius requirements.

Important Warnings

Operational Attention

Alerts that wheels won't turn if sensors receive no signal, and advises switching off the unit.

Infrared LED Safety

Warns users not to stare into the infrared LED at close range.

Troubleshooting

Dalek not following track

Addresses issues like bright environments, incorrect battery polarity, small radii, and line color/width.

Battery Information

Battery Replacement

Details the requirement for 2x AAA batteries and the procedure for replacement.