RoboThespian Quickstart

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Quick Start Guide

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Introduction

This is a very brief guide to rapid out of the box installation and operation of Socibot Mini .

Minimum Installation Requirements

RoboThespian Installation Overview & Requirements

Do's and Don'ts

Green tickY Do follow the instructions in this wiki
Green tickY Do maintain your RoboThespian to ensure it operates safely
Green tickY Do switch off your RoboThespian if it is damaged or malfunctioning
Green tickY Do treat your RoboThespian with care and respect

Green tickN Don't allow visitors to touch RoboThespian
Green tickN Don't disconnect any air or electrical connections while RoboThespian is switched on or has the compressed air supply connected
Green tickN Don't use solvent cleaners or abrasive pads on RoboThespian
Green tickN Don't make modifications or alterations to any settings without consulting the manufacturer first
Green tickN Don't remove any covers to electrical components unless instructed to do so
Green tickN Don't hotplug any cables. Shut down robot and disconnect mains power before plugging / unplugging any cable

1) Remove from boxes or (optional) flight case


2) Connect RoboThespian


3) Power on


4) Control your RoboThespian from the touchscreen kiosk


5) Access RoboThespian's Control Panel

When connected, Robothespian can also be accessed, controlled and settings can be modified via the network.

Please see http://wiki.engineeredarts.co.uk/Tritium_GUI for further details. Some example screenshots:

  • Tritium Login
  • Projected face
  • Library of animations
  • Live robot control


6) Shutdown procedure

RoboThespian contains a PC and like any PC should be shut down fully before removing mains power.

7) Explore further features

See http://wiki.engineeredarts.co.uk/Main_Page#Features and click on a feature to find out more

For more information and troubleshooting, please explore the links in the wiki, http://wiki.engineeredarts.co.uk/, or contact Engineered Arts if you can not find the information you are looking for in the wiki.

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