Makeblock mBot 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 mBot Specifications

General

Certification	CE
Product color	Black, Blue
Volume control	Yes
Compatibility	mBot v1.1
Brand compatibility	Makeblock
Package depth	149.86 mm
Package width	59.94 mm
Package height	100.08 mm
Package weight	250 g
Number of batteries supported	4