Sony ERS-31L User Manual

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10When not playing with AIBO ...35Pausing AIBO ...

11IntroductionIntroductionThis chapter introduces you to the Entertainment Robot AIBOERS-31L.

12What is AIBO?“AIBO” is the name given to the Sony entertainment robot.Developed to encourage human and robot interaction,AIBO creates and introduces

13IntroductionERS-31LTo comfortably coexist with people, AIBO ERS-31L was designed with fourlegs, a head, and a tail, and a total of fifteen internal

14AIBO-ware “Memory Sticks”To play with AIBO ERS-31L, you must provide it with optional AIBO-ware“Memory Stick,” a variety of which are available, dep

15IntroductionChecking the supplied accessoriesCheck to make sure you have the following items before you play with AIBO.x AC adapter ERA-201P1 (1)x A

16Index to parts and controlsAIBO exteriorNotes• Do not attach stickers on AIBO’s color camera (6) or distance sensor (5).• Do not attach stickers ont

17Introduction1 Mode indicator (located behindthe horn)Shows AIBO’s operation mode.2 Horn lightLights up in various colors to indicateAIBO’s emotional

18AIBO’s inner unitThe illustration shows AIBO with its cover removed.NoteDo not touch the charging terminal with your hand. Doing so may soil the ter

19Introduction1 Charging terminalConnect the supplied AC adapter herewith the supplied AC adapterconversion plug. When AIBO isplaced on the supplied s

2For Customers in the U.S.A. andCanadaSafety InformationOwner’s RecordThe model number and serial number are located inside the cover of the unitand o

20Stand1 StandPlace AIBO on the stand while it is inpause mode or while it is charging.2 Decoration plateRemove this plate when the optionalEnergy Sta

21Charging the battery packCharging the battery packThis chapter explains how to charge AIBO’s battery pack.

22Inserting the battery packThe battery pack supplied with AIBO comes partially charged. It isrecommended that you charge the battery pack fully befor

23Charging the battery pack2Insert the supplied battery pack in the direction of the arrow untilit clicks into place, and then replace the cover.For d

24Charging the battery packYou can use the supplied AC adapter and the conversion plug to charge thebattery pack while it is inserted into AIBO. It i

25Charging the battery pack2Open the charging terminal shutter on the cover (1) and connectthe conversion plug to the charging terminal (2).The conver

264Connect the AC adapter to a wall outlet.When AIBO is connected to the AC adapter, it will not enter active mode evenwhen you press the pause button

27Charging the battery packNotes• If the back light flashes orange while you are charging the battery pack, check thatthe battery pack is inserted cor

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29Playing with AIBOPlaying with AIBOThis chapter explains procedures that are necessary for playingwith AIBO, such as inserting the AIBO-ware “Memory

3DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERYLITHIUM ION BATTERYDISPOSE OF PROPERLYYou can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest SonyService C

30Inserting or removing a “MemoryStick”To play with AIBO, insert an optional “Memory Stick” into AIBO. For details,refer to the “User’s Guide” supplie

31Playing with AIBONotes• Lift AIBO by the body, not by its extremities. Do not hold AIBO by its collar.Your finger may get caught between the collar

32Removing the “Memory Stick”Before removing the “Memory Stick” from AIBO, press the pause button onAIBO’s back to make AIBO pause, and then remove th

33Playing with AIBOStarting up AIBO1Place AIBO on the floor as shown below.Place it on a flat, non-slippery surface, such as a carpet with a short nap

342Push and release the pause button on AIBO’s back.AIBO’s pause mode is canceled and the back light lights up green. Wait for awhile until AIBO start

35Playing with AIBOWhen not playing with AIBOWe recommend that you charge the battery pack (page 24) so that AIBO willbe ready to play at any time.Pau

36Back lightReplacing the battery packIt is possible to use the supplied AC adapter and the conversion plug to chargethe battery pack while it is stil

37Playing with AIBOBATT Z latch2Grasp AIBO securely by the body, turn it upside down, andremove its cover by pushing the mark towards AIBO’s tail.No

38Notes• When removing the battery pack, be sure to hold it securely so that it does notfall.• When the “Memory Stick” access indicator lights up, the

39Playing with AIBOSetting the volume level of themusical toneBefore setting the volume level, be sure to press the pause button on the backto make AI

4Regulatory InformationThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC

402Slide the VOLUME switch to adjust the volume level, then replacethe cover.To increase the volume level, slide the switch towards the + position; to

41Additional informationAdditional informationThis chapter provides notes on usage, a troubleshooting guide,and other information concerning AIBO.

42Notes on useTo prevent AIBO and its accessories from being damaged, observe thefollowing precautions.On handling AIBO• Do not use AIBO in places sub

43Additional information• Do not allow AIBO to get wet.• Do not use force to interfere with any of AIBO’s movements.• Do not touch the lens of the col

44Moisture condensationIf AIBO is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture maycondense on AIBO’s inside or outside surface, causin

45Additional informationOn cleaning• Clean AIBO with a clean, dry, soft cloth.• Do not use volatile solvents that may damage AIBO’s surface finish.• W

46TroubleshootingBefore contacting the AIBO Customer Link regarding a problem, werecommend that you use clinic mode to check AIBO’s balance and sensor

47Additional informationCheck list for clinic modeItem ProcedureHead switch(inside the head)Horn lightMode indicatorBack lightPausebuttonTail switchOp

48Item ProcedureSensitivity of thepaw switches1 Rotate the tail switch once.AIBO lies down with all legs sprawled out.2 Touch a paw switch.AIBO pulls

49Additional informationItem ProcedureSensitivity of thedistance sensor1 Rotate the tail switch once.AIBO lies down with all legs sprawled out.2 Place

5For Customers in Europe andAustraliaSafety InformationWARNING• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the robot to rain or moisture.• To avoi

50Symptoms and remediesIf you experience any of the following difficulties, use this table to help youremedy the problem. Should any problem persist,

51Additional informationSymptom Cause/RemedyAIBO does not react torelease of the pausebutton.The battery pack is not inserted or it is not fullyinsert

52Symptom Cause/RemedyAIBO continues to emit asad melody and does notmove when the pausebutton is released.• The insertion of a “Memory Stick” without

53Additional informationSymptom Cause/RemedyThe back light flashes inorange.There may be a problem with the battery pack.c Check that the battery pack

54Limited warranty (for the U.S.A. only)SONY ELECTRONICS INC. (“SONY”) warrants this Product and its accessoriesagainst defects in material or workman

55Additional informationThis warranty does not cover the cost of removal or reinstallation, cosmetic damage ordamage due to acts of God, accident, mis

56REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THEEXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLEFOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQU

57Additional informationService procedure (for the U.S.A. only)1. Contact the AIBO Customer Link. The E-mail address [email protected]

58SpecificationsAIBOCPU 64-bit RISC processorMain memory32MBSupplied application media“Memory Stick” for AIBOMovable partsHead: 3 degrees of freedomL

59Additional informationStorage temperature–10° C to 60° C (–4° F to140° F)Storage humidity10 % to 90 % (notcondensed)Storage wet-bulb temperatureLess

6DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY! Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.! Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

60Lithium ion battery packBattery used Lithium ion type batteryMain output voltage7.4 V DCCapacity 1700 mAhOperating temperature 5°C to 40°C (41°F to

61Additional informationIndexAAC adapter ... 15, 24AC adapter conversion plug ... 15, 24AIBOCleaning ...

62SShutter for charging terminal ... 18, 25Speaker ... 17Stand ...

Designer of AIBO ERS-31LKatsura MoshinoArtist/Illustrator/Visual CreatorBorn in 1968, Katsura Moshino began doing illustrationand artwork for the nigh

© 2002 Sony CorporationPrinted in Japan*466454811(1)*

7Regulatory InformationThis product has been tested and found to conform to the following SafetyStandards.Toy Directive 88/378/EEC, EN50088/96 + A1/96

8Sony Corporation6-7-35 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001 JAPANPlease keep all information for future reference.Customer SupportHow can you

9Table of ContentsIntroductionWhat is AIBO? ....................12ERS-31L .....