ROBOMATION Co. Ltd. HAMSTER 用户手册
Manufacturer website : roboma�on.net
Educa�on assistance website : hamster.school
Make sure to refer to
Hamster robot is a small,
cute education robot
for software education.
for software education.
This instruc�on contains only basic informa�on of
the product. For more informa�on, please refer to
the above websites.
Basic Information
How to turn on power
Li� the power switch up to ON posi�on.
When power is on, Bluetooth connec�on status light is going to
slowly flicker in blue light.
When power is on, Bluetooth connec�on status light is going to
slowly flicker in blue light.
How to install Bluetooth BLE USB dongle
Caution
: You must install USB dongle driver before connec�ng
dongle to PC.
Downloading device driver
Download device driver that fits into your PC’s OS from
roboma�on.net or hamster.school websites. In scratch, entry,
roboid studio, and processing installa�on files on
hamster.school website include the device driver thus
the driver will be automa�cally installed.
- For more detailed informa�on, please refer to driver
installa�on tab on roboma�on.net or hamster.school.
roboma�on.net or hamster.school websites. In scratch, entry,
roboid studio, and processing installa�on files on
hamster.school website include the device driver thus
the driver will be automa�cally installed.
- For more detailed informa�on, please refer to driver
installa�on tab on roboma�on.net or hamster.school.
How to turn off power
Pull the power switch down to OFF posi�on and the power to
the hamster robot is going to be turned off.
the hamster robot is going to be turned off.
How to connect Bluetooth
For Bluetooth connec�on, please refer to Bluetooth
BLE USB dongle instruc�on and hamster.school website.
BLE USB dongle instruc�on and hamster.school website.
How to connect scratch and entry
(other software)
You are required to install related so�ware and drivers before
linking the hamster robot with the so�ware.
For detailed instruc�on, please refer to educa�on resources
tab in hamster.school website.
linking the hamster robot with the so�ware.
For detailed instruc�on, please refer to educa�on resources
tab in hamster.school website.
Cau�ons before use
Be cau�ous not to apply excessive force on motor and
wheels.
Motor is a consumable part. When its expected life is over or
a problem occurs, you will need to buy a new one to replace
it.
Due to the characteris�cs of DC motor, the speeds of the
motors on each side could be different.
Due to the characteris�cs of motor, motor speed could be
changed by period of use.
The warranty period for consumable parts (motor, ba�ery,
etc.) is six months.
Ba�ery is a consumable part thus its performance could
decline based on user’s use pa�ern. If ba�ery life is
significantly reduced, you will be required to buy a new
ba�ery for replacement.
Make sure to check how to use IN / OUTPUT extension port.
(Refer to website and educa�on assistance website)
If circuit is incorrectly connected to extension port, it can
cause serious malfunc�ons or device failures. (repairing
problems caused by misuse of the device will be paid repair)
For Bluetooth connec�on, the connec�on status could be
weak based on your connec�on environment.
The hamster robots go through movement and sensor
inspec�ons before shipment. Thus, there could be substances
such as dust on the wheels and bo�om of the robots.
The performance and contents of the product is subject to
change based on circumstances of the manufacturer.
Bluetooth BLE USB dongle pairing
Turn on power of the hamster robot and move it closer to
the dongle. (less than 20cm between the robot and dongle).
When the hamster robot makes beep sound and the
Bluetooth lights on hamster robot and dongle are on or
flicker quickly, it is normal. When receiving data through
Bluetooth connec�on the light is going to flicker quickly.
When it is connected but not receiving any data, the light is
going to be on without flickering.
A�er pairing the robot and dongle in such way, for all future
use the dongle will automa�cally find the robot and establish
the Bluetooth connec�on. Therefore, there will be no need
for addi�onal pairing once ini�al pairing is done.
To connect another hamster robot, follow the same pairing
instruc�on given as above.
The dongle remembers only one hamster robot with the
most recent pairing.
A�er pairing, the hamster robot and dongle will exchange
data even if they are far away.
The pairing can only be done when Hamster robot and
dongle are in close range thus you cannot use many robots
and dongles at the same �me in a classroom environment.
4/5. Line(floor) sensor × 2
1/2. Distance sensor
3. Luminous intensity sensor
6. Piezo speaker
7. Le� wheel (DC motor)
8. Power switch
9. Power output port
9. Power output port
10. Micro USB recharging port
11. Right wheel (DC motor)
12. Input / Output extension port
Recharging
Connect Micro USB recharge cable to USB recharge socket on
the hamster robot.
(You must turn off the power when recharging).
the hamster robot.
(You must turn off the power when recharging).
Battery status light ( )
Bluetooth connection status light ( )
Battery status
Battery light
Recharging
Light is on
Recharging complete
Light is off
Recharging required
Light flickers
Light
Meaning
Blue light flickers slowly
Wai�ng for Bluetooth
connec�on
Blue light is on
Bluetooth connec�on is on
Blue light flickers quickly
Receiving data
Dongle status light
Meaning
Blue light flickers slowly
Wai�ng for connec�on
Blue light is on
Connected to robot
Blue light flickers quickly
Exchanging data with robot
Subject
Specification
Size
Width 22mm × Length 64mm × Height 6.5mm
Weight
6g
Communica�on
method
Bluetooth LE 4.0 (2402 ~ 2480 MHz)
Manufacturer website : roboma�on.net
USB dongle Bluetooth connection status light
Entering AI Mode
On the hamster robot, there is a built-in AL mode which
allows the robot to move by itself without Bluetooth
connec�on.
-
Li� the power switch up to turn on the power and
within one second, quickly pull the switch down to turn
off the power of the hamster robot.
-
When you li� the switch up to turn on power again,
green light will appear on the LED light on the front side
of the hamster robot and the robot enters into AI mode.
Types of AI mode
1. Hand (object) detec�on mode (green LED light is on in the
front)
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The hamster robot will perceive hand or object in the
front.
2. Line (floor) sensor mode (red LED light is on in the front)
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The robot will move by detec�ng black or white line on
the floor. The robot will follow the black line while
trying to not to deviate from the line.
3. Singing mode (blue LED light is on in the front)
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When the hamster robot is flipped over, it will start to
play a song.
How to change AI modes
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When the robot first enters into AI mode, it enters into
hand detec�on mode.
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When the hamster robot is pushed from the top or it
detects shaking movement, the AI mode is going to be
switched to floor sensor mode.
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If you hold the hamster robot turned upside down, it
will be switched to singing mode.
-
If you hold the hamster robot in the right posi�on, it
will be switched back to hand detec�on mode.
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The AI modes are subject to change based on the
circumstances of the manufacturer.
Children safety
Store the robot where children cannot reach.
The robot can cause damage to you and others. There are
small, separable parts which can cause suffoca�on when
swallowed.
Battery
New or old ba�ery unused for long period of �me can
have temporarily reduced ba�ery life. Before using the
robot for the first �me, completely recharge the ba�ery
and use it solely for the hamster robot.
When recharging, the surrounding temperature should be
maintained between +5℃~45℃.
Always turn off the power of the robot when recharging or
removing the ba�ery.
The performance of the ba�ery can vary based on the
usage environment.
Any ba�ery other than the ba�eries cer�fied by our
company has a risk of causing fire, explosion, and leakage.
Ba�ery is a consumable part thus when its life and wai�ng
�me is significantly reduced, you are required to replace
the ba�ery to a new ba�ery.
Caution
Ba�ery has poten�al danger of causing excessive heat, fire,
and explosion thus please follow the rules below.
1) Significantly swollen ba�eries can be dangerous thus
immediately contact the seller or manufacturer
2) Use recharger cer�fied with correct standard
3) Keep away flammables from ba�ery (Do not put it in
microwave)
4) Do not leave the ba�ery inside of car in summers
5) Do not store/use the ba�ery in high temperature &
humid environment such as sauna
6) Do not use the ba�ery for long period of �me on
blanket, electric heat pad, or carpet.
7) Do not leave the robot in sealed space with power
turned on for long period of �me
8) Do not let metal products such as necklace, coin, key,
and watch to touch the ba�ery socket.
9) Use lithium secondary ba�ery cer�fied by the
manufacturer.
10) Do not disassemble, compress, and penetrate the
ba�ery
11) Do not apply abnormal impacts such as dropping the
ba�ery from high
12) Do not leave the ba�ery in high temperature above
60℃
13) Do not expose the ba�ery to moisture and water
Product warranty guide
The dura�on of the warranty for this product is 1 year
a�er the purchase (proof of purchase required) and
within such period, free repair service is going to be
provided for device performance/func�on failures
occurred under normal device using condi�on.
However, for consumable parts the warranty period is
limited to 6 months.
Even in free warranty period, paid repair service is going
to be provided under following conditions.
1. Failures caused by user’s inten�onal damaging or mistakes
(careless use, damage by dropping the product, exposing to
water, abnormal opera�on)
2. When user inten�onally disassembled, transformed, or
altered the product
3. Replacement of consumable parts with reduced
performance a�er normal use
4. Product damaged by natural disasters
5. Product damaged by using recharger with wrong standard
6. Product damaged by not following the cau�ons provided by
instruc�on
7. Product damage caused while using it in Improper usage /
storage environment (high temperature & moisture)
8. Product damage caused by leakage of beverage, water, or
other foreign substances into the product.
9. Product damage caused by user’s inten�onal manipula�on
on so�ware and hardware
10. Product damage occurred a�er warranty period ended
11. When user’s fault on the product damage is admi�ed
12. Product damage caused by not following the provided
instruc�on when using expansion port
Product exchange and return guide
1. You can only exchange/return product in the store where
you first purchased the product
2. If the product was damaged during the shipment, you need
to contact the store where you purchased the product
immediately.
3. You can return the product within 7 days a�er the purchase
for refund only if there is hardware defect. (For so�ware defect
or simply change of mind cases, refund is not allowed)
4. 7 days a�er purchase, the free repair service is only provided
during the warranty period.
5. You must submit proof of purchase (purchase receipt).
Temporary receipt will not be accepted.
6. If you receive a damaged product, you will need to return
every component of the product. Otherwise, you will not be
able to receive refund.
Please read!
1.
When shipping the product for repair a�er making a repair
arrangement, you will be required to pay the shipping cost
in advance. (you can send the product back within 7 days
a�er receiving the product through designated shipping
company)
2.
For the shipping cost, company and consumer each will
pay half of the total shipping cost. For paid repair service,
consumer is going to cover full shipping cost.
3.
The serial and sealing s�cker on the product is for proving
authen�city of the product, indica�ng produc�on date,
and checking product disassembling and altera�ons. If
those s�ckers are damaged, you can receive disadvantages
when receiving AS. (You may not be able to receive free
repair service)
4.
When shipping the product, please put sufficient amount
of packing material in the box.
5.
The repair cost will be determined based on our
company’s service policies.
6.
Reques�ng AS service can be made to the store you
purchased the product. You will be able to receive more
accurate service in the local store. If you purchased the
product directly from roboma�on, please contact to
roboma�on@hanmail.net
or website to request AS service.
It is the quickest way when phone lines are busy.
7.
Please remove any parts, equipment, and installa�on that
were not provided by our company before shipping the
robot to us.
Inspection cost
For paid repair service, even if the product status is normal thus
no repair is required, there is a basic fee for inspec�on (Company
standard is going to be applied). For free repair service, there will
be no inspec�on fee.
Model name
: Hamster
FCC ID
: 2AK2Q-HAMSTER
Company name
: Roboma�on Inc.
Device name
: lower power wireless device (wireless device for
wireless data communica�ons)
Manufacturer (Country of manufacture)
: Roboma�on Inc.
(Republic of Korea)
Date of manufacture
: indicated separately
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This wireless device has a possibility of causing electromagne�c
wave interferences.
Service guide
AS inquiry E-mail :
roboma�on@hanmail.net
As inquiry phone
number: 070-8637-1651 Manufacturer website : roboma�on.net
Warning : This equipment may generate or use radio frequency
energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause
harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the
authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or
modification is made.
Bluetooth USB dongle product specification
Hamster product specifica
�on
Subject
Specification
Size
Width 35mm × Length 40mm × Height 30mm
Weight
30g
Sensors and driving
devices
Front distance sensor x 2
DC geared motor x 2
Floor sensor x 2
7 color LED x 2
Tri-axis accelera�on sensor x 2
Communica�on
method
Bluetooth LE 4.0 (2402 ~ 2480 MHz)
Ba�ery
Li-poly / 3.7V / 120mA
Dura�on of
opera�on
About an hour (Based on lab test)
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The dura�on of opera�on may vary based on user’s opera�ng
behavior.
Educa�on assistance website : hamster.school
FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to pro-vide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-stalled
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device comply with part15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.