http://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&feed=atom&action=historyVorpal The Hexapod User Guide - Revision history2024-03-29T07:46:16ZRevision history for this page on the wikiMediaWiki 1.31.16http://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2701&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life */2020-07-16T17:11:51Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''FOAM CRASH PAD'''. Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''FOAM CRASH PAD'''. Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''DON'T PRESS DOWN ON ROBOT'''. </ins>Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''SUPPORT ROBOT WHILE INSTALLING CAP'''. </ins>Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''GIVE IT A REST'''. </ins>Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Before using the hexapod, inspect the wires that run from the chassis to the legs. The wires should not be kinked up. There should be enough slack so that the leg can go up and down, back and forth, without pinching or excessively pulling the wires. The leg wires should be going through a slot in the servo bracket, the slot that is above the leg, not the one to the left of the leg.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''INSPECT LEG SERVO WIRES'''. </ins>Before using the hexapod, inspect the wires that run from the chassis to the legs. The wires should not be kinked up. There should be enough slack so that the leg can go up and down, back and forth, without pinching or excessively pulling the wires. The leg wires should be going through a slot in the servo bracket, the slot that is above the leg, not the one to the left of the leg.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* When programming the robot using Scratch X, it is important not to try to lift the entire hexapod body weight with fewer than all six legs from a sitting position.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''TAKE CARE WHEN PROGRAMMING'''. </ins>When programming the robot using Scratch X, it is important not to try to lift the entire hexapod body weight with fewer than all six legs from a sitting position.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>** Once standing, as few as 3 legs can hold the robot's weight with no problem. But when initially standing up from a floor position, if you try to lift the robot's entire weight with, say, one or two legs, you will over-stress those servos. Once or twice won't be a problem, but each time may shorten the servo's life.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>** <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''STAND UP USING ALL LEGS'''. This one again comes up during custom Scratch leg motions. </ins>Once standing, as few as 3 legs can hold the robot's weight with no problem. But when initially standing up from a floor position, if you try to lift the robot's entire weight with, say, one or two legs, you will over-stress those servos. Once or twice won't be a problem, but each time may shorten the servo's life<ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">. We recommend always using all six legs to stand up from floor position</ins>.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>** It is safest to write your programs while the robot is on the stand so you don't accidentally do something that will stress the servos. Once your program seems to work on the stand, try it on the floor for real. but if you see the program try to lift the robot's full weight with fewer than all six legs, stop it immediately (or lift it off the floor and put it back on the stand for further debugging).</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>** <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''INITIALLY TEST USING A SUPPORT STAND'''. </ins>It is safest to write your programs while the robot is on the stand so you don't accidentally do something that will stress the servos. Once your program seems to work on the stand, try it on the floor for real. but if you see the program try to lift the robot's full weight with fewer than all six legs, stop it immediately (or lift it off the floor and put it back on the stand for further debugging).</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* When programming the hexapod using Scratch, an internal watchdog function on the robot will ensure you don't crash two legs together in a way that significantly stalls the servos. However, it is still possible to crash the legs into attachments or into other robots or floor obstacles in a way that would stall them. Always observe your test runs with this in mind, and if you see a stall situation (servo not able to reach a commanded position) then stop the robot immediately.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''AVOID STALLING MOTORS ON OBSTACLES'''. </ins>When programming the hexapod using Scratch, an internal watchdog function on the robot will ensure you don't crash two legs together in a way that significantly stalls the servos. However, it is still possible to crash the legs into attachments or into other robots or floor obstacles in a way that would stall them. Always observe your test runs with this in mind, and if you see a stall situation (servo not able to reach a commanded position) then stop the robot immediately.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* During competitions, stalling a motor may occur when two competitors attack each other, such as during a joust.  If the legs of the opposing robots "lock up" for more than a few seconds, the referee should order the players to back off.  If they do not (or cannot due to the situation) then the referee should physically separate them, wait 30 seconds for the servos to cool, then continue.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''DURING GAMES DON'T STALL MOTORS AGAINST OPPONENTS'''. </ins>During competitions, stalling a motor may occur when two competitors attack each other, such as during a joust.  If the legs of the opposing robots "lock up" for more than a few seconds, the referee should order the players to back off.  If they do not (or cannot due to the situation) then the referee should physically separate them, wait 30 seconds for the servos to cool, then continue.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Occasionally during competitions, one hexapod's leg may become entangled in the servo wire of the opposing robot. If this occurs, stop the round, untangle the hexapods, and then resume the round. Do not allow contestants to push and pull to try to yank free from the servo wire!</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''DURING GAMES WATCH FOR TANGLES WITH WIRES'''. </ins>Occasionally during competitions, one hexapod's leg may become entangled in the servo wire of the opposing robot. If this occurs, stop the round, untangle the hexapods, and then resume the round. Do not allow contestants to push and pull to try to yank free from the servo wire!</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not attach objects to the hexapod that weigh more than 100 grams (about 4 ounces). This could cause too much stress on the knee servos, and over time will cause their lifespan to be reduced considerably due to overheating.  If you design attachments for the hexapod, keep them light!</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''KEEP ATTACHMENTS LIGHT'''. </ins>Do not attach objects to the hexapod that weigh more than <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">about </ins>100 grams (about 4 ounces). This could cause too much stress on the knee servos, and over time will cause their lifespan to be reduced considerably due to overheating.  If you design attachments for the hexapod, keep them light!</div></td></tr>
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</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2700&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life */2020-07-16T17:02:22Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'''FOAM CRASH PAD'''. </ins>Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">* Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</ins></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><del style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">* Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</del></div></td><td colspan="2"> </td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td></tr>
</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2698&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life */2020-07-16T16:54:20Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Recommended Practices For Longer Servo Life</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not press down on the robot when it is running and the servos are under power. We have seen young children do this, and press with enough force to break several servos in just a few seconds.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">* Robot kits shipped after about October 2019 include a foam pad to stick on the bottom of the robot. This pad reduces impacts when the robot executes some dance moves, reduces the chances of wires shaking loose, and reduces stress on the servo motors. If you have an older robot, we recommend installing the foam pad. You could either tape or glue some foam on the bottom (about 1" of foam), or purchase a peel-and-stick pad from our store here: [https://vorpal-robotics-store.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-button-matrix-4x4?_pos=1&_sid=e24b57eef&_ss=r Hexapod Foam Pad].</ins></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Along these same lines, when you are installing the cap you need to press down on the robot to get the tabs inserted into their slots properly. But you should support the bottom of the robot with your hand while doing this. You should not press down on the cap in a way that puts pressure on the legs, especially when they're under power.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not run the hexapod for long periods of time under constant motion. For example, do not enable demo mode with a high capacity battery and let the robot run for more than 5 to 10 minutes at a time with no rest. Eventually the servo motors may overheat.  For contests and games, make a "round" of play last a maximum of 3 to 5 minutes. Letting the robot rest between strenuous routines will allow the servos and power regulator to cool.</div></td></tr>
</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2689&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Using the Dial to Select a Function */2020-07-16T16:28:05Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Using the Dial to Select a Function</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''A'''. (Accessory RC mode) This function is for use with motorized accessories such as the [[Hexapod Grip Arm]]. Note: STL files from before about October 2019 may not have the "A" marking, so just turn the knob slightly counterclockwise from "RC" (you<del class="diffchange diffchange-inline">'ll </del>hear a beep) to obtain this mode.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''A'''. (Accessory RC mode) This function is for use with motorized accessories such as the [[Hexapod Grip Arm]]. Note: STL files from before about October 2019 may not have the "A" marking, so just <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">slowly </ins>turn the knob slightly counterclockwise from "RC" (<ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">until </ins>you hear a beep) to obtain this mode.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td></tr>
</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2688&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Using the Dial to Select a Function */2020-07-16T16:06:12Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Using the Dial to Select a Function</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'>−</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #ffe49c; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''A'''. (Accessory RC mode) This function is for use with motorized accessories such as the [[Hexapod Grip Arm]]. Note: STL files from before about October 2019 may not have the "A" marking, so just turn the knob slightly counterclockwise from "RC" to obtain this mode.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''A'''. (Accessory RC mode) This function is for use with motorized accessories such as the [[Hexapod Grip Arm]]. Note: STL files from before about October 2019 may not have the "A" marking, so just turn the knob slightly counterclockwise from "RC" <ins class="diffchange diffchange-inline">(you'll hear a beep) </ins>to obtain this mode.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td></tr>
</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2687&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Recommended Practices For Long Servo Life */2020-07-16T16:03:03Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Recommended Practices For Long Servo Life</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>If you see leg motions that are "pinching" the wire between the servo brackets and legs or chassis, you should stop the robot and adjust the wires so this pinch is less likely to happen.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>If you see leg motions that are "pinching" the wire between the servo brackets and legs or chassis, you should stop the robot and adjust the wires so this pinch is less likely to happen.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Here are some things to keep in mind if you want your servos to last a long time:</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>Here are some things to keep in mind if you want your servos to last a long time:</div></td></tr>
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</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2634&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* General Use Instructions */2020-06-25T17:35:25Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">General Use Instructions</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The hexapod requires rechargeable batteries.  Disposable batteries will not work, they cannot output enough current to run the motors properly. See our [[Vorpal Combat Hexapod Battery Recommendations]] for more information and for care and handling instructions for the batteries.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The hexapod requires rechargeable batteries.  Disposable batteries will not work, they cannot output enough current to run the motors properly. See our [[Vorpal Combat Hexapod Battery Recommendations]] for more information and for care and handling instructions for the batteries.</div></td></tr>
<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">** Very Important: Never leave batteries in the robot when not in use. Always remove them. This guards against the robot accidentally getting turned on and draining the batteries so low that they are destoryed. LI-ON batteries cannot be overdrained or they will be damaged.</ins></div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The hexapod is not built to carry heavy weight or to withstand excessive forces. Do not lean on it, press down on it, or load items on it. It can safely handle three to four ounces (about 100 grams) of items like game attachments and sensors, but this kind of robot is not mean to carry significant loads. Although the servos have metal gears, that doesn't mean you can't break them, the gear teeth are very tiny! See the section below on care of the servo motors for more information.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*The hexapod is not built to carry heavy weight or to withstand excessive forces. Do not lean on it, press down on it, or load items on it. It can safely handle three to four ounces (about 100 grams) of items like game attachments and sensors, but this kind of robot is not mean to carry significant loads. Although the servos have metal gears, that doesn't mean you can't break them, the gear teeth are very tiny! See the section below on care of the servo motors for more information.</div></td></tr>
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</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2514&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Recommended Practices For Long Servo Life */2020-01-28T17:09:05Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Recommended Practices For Long Servo Life</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Occasionally during competitions, one hexapod's leg may become entangled in the servo wire of the opposing robot. If this occurs, stop the round, untangle the hexapods, and then resume the round. Do not allow contestants to push and pull to try to yank free from the servo wire!</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Occasionally during competitions, one hexapod's leg may become entangled in the servo wire of the opposing robot. If this occurs, stop the round, untangle the hexapods, and then resume the round. Do not allow contestants to push and pull to try to yank free from the servo wire!</div></td></tr>
<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not attach objects to the hexapod that weigh more than 100 grams (about 4 ounces). This could cause too much stress on the knee servos, and over time will cause their lifespan to be reduced considerably due to overheating.  If you design attachments for the hexapod, keep them light!</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* Do not attach objects to the hexapod that weigh more than 100 grams (about 4 ounces). This could cause too much stress on the knee servos, and over time will cause their lifespan to be reduced considerably due to overheating.  If you design attachments for the hexapod, keep them light!</div></td></tr>
<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;"></ins></div></td></tr>
<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">==See Also==</ins></div></td></tr>
<tr><td colspan="2"> </td><td class='diff-marker'>+</td><td style="color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #a3d3ff; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div><ins style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none;">[[Vorpal The Hexapod Gamepad User Guide]]</ins></div></td></tr>
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</table>Vorpalwikihttp://vorpalrobotics.com/wiki/index.php?title=Vorpal_The_Hexapod_User_Guide&diff=2513&oldid=prevVorpalwiki: /* Using the Dial to Select a Function */2020-01-28T17:07:50Z<p><span dir="auto"><span class="autocomment">Using the Dial to Select a Function</span></span></p>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>* '''DEMO'''. (Demonstration) This function causes the hexapod to go through a series of demonstration motions. This is useful for quickly demonstrating the hexapod to your friends, and is also useful for a quick test of all the functions without needing to have your gamepad constructed. It can also be useful if you're having trouble and are not sure if the issue lies with the gamepad or the robot.</div></td></tr>
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<tr><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td><td class='diff-marker'> </td><td style="background-color: #f8f9fa; color: #222; font-size: 88%; border-style: solid; border-width: 1px 1px 1px 4px; border-radius: 0.33em; border-color: #eaecf0; vertical-align: top; white-space: pre-wrap;"><div>*'''RC'''. (Radio Control) The extreme clockwise setting, RC, causes the hexapod to respond to Bluetooth commands from the gamepad or from Scratch through the gamepad. If you hear a constant buzzing sound in this mode that almost always means the bluetooth module in the robot is not connected properly or is otherwise not functioning. If you hear several tones every 15 seconds or so, this means the robot is not seeing any traffic from the gamepad (i.e. the gamepad is turned off, has a dead battery, or is otherwise not functioning).</div></td></tr>
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