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    1. Difference between the mBot connection methods (USB，Bluetooth and 2.4G)?

    1. USB: Includes both USB cable and Bluetooth adapter. Since the Bluetooth adapter is essentially a wireless USB, the connection through this adapter still belongs to USB method. 
    2. Bluetooth: When using the PC version mBlock software, if your computer's Bluetooth is not the standard 4.0 version, you need to install the corresponding Bluetooth driver: https://support.makeblock.com/hc/en-us/articles/13418871832599-Bluetooth-Compatibility. This method is only for mBot (Bluetooth version), mBot Ranger, Codey Rokcy.
    3. 2.4G: Connect to mBlock 5 via 2.4G module and adapter, only for mBot 2.4G version.

     

    2. How to restore the preset modes of mBot in mBlock 5?

    The preset modes can only be used under the factory firmware, please refer to the acticle “How to Update mBot Firmware” to restore the product to the factory firmware.

     

    3. Is it possible to realize one-to-one control by IR controller when having more than one mbot?

    1. If you use the preset IR remote control mode, you can't make it to control a certain mBot. However, you can use the physical method to make sure that the IR signal is only transmitted to the specified machine. For example, put mBots in different spaces so that control them individually.
    2. You can also add IR remote control commands to self-created program and upload it to one certain machine, so that you can use it to control this mBot individually. For how to create the relevant program, please refer to the article “How to Use the Infrared Remote Control”.

     

    4. When do I need to replace the batteries?

    1. mBot moves slowly or even restarts automatically when it turns around or encounters an obstacle.

    2. mBot still doesn't move even when you set its speed at the maximum value.

    3. mBot connects to Makeblock APP via Bluetooth successfully, but it disconnects automatically. 

     

    5. How long can mBot be used on a full charge?

    Under the mode of default patrol, mBot can work for 10 hours when fully charged.

     

    6. How to match the Phone/ Tablet when I using more than one mBot?

    If you use more than 3 mBots in the same room at the same time, you may be confused when connecting mBot and mobile App through bluetooth, because all the bluetooth named by Makeblock, which may cause wrong robot connecrion.  

    Under this circumstance, please take the following one-to-one pairing step:

    1. Leave one mBot on and the rest off

    2. Use a phone or tablet to match the one you turned on, pair them one-to-one

    3. The rest mBots are also matched in the same ways

     

    7. What's the differences between [online firmware] and [factory firmware]?

    To switch between the two firmware versions, just follow the article “How to Update mBot Firmware” to operte.
    • Factory firmware: The robot is equipped with 3 built-in preset modes (Obstacle Avoidance , Line Following, and IR Remote Control). Therefore, the preset modes work properly only under the factory firmware. The user can switch modes via the remote control or the on-board button.
    • Online firmware: The online firmware does not contain the three preset modes. Under this version, it mainly supports online mode programming and uploading programs to the product to run.

     

    8. How to charge the lithium battery for mBot?

    When the lithium battery is connected to the mCore port on the machine, it enters charging state by connecting your product and computer directly through the official USB cable. It usually takes 3-4 hours to fully charge.

    Note: output should not be higher than [5V 1A].

     

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