Sony ERS-31L User Guide

Operating Instructions

4-664-548-11(1)

For Customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

Safety Information

Owner’s Record

The model number and serial number are located inside the cover of the unit and on the side of the supplied AC adapter. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to the model and serial number whenever you call upon your Sony AIBO Customer Link. Model No. ERS-31L Serial No. ___________

Warning

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the robot to rain or moisture.

• To avoid electrical shock, do not open the enclosure. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. (Contact the AIBO Customer Link.) (page 8)

• Periodically examine the AC adapter for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons (such as damage to the cords, blades, housing) and in the event of such conditions, the AC adapter should not be used until properly repaired or replaced.

• Not Intended for Children Under 8 Years.

• Vérifiez périodiquement si l’adaptateur secteur ne présente pas des conditions susceptibles de provoquer un incendie, des décharges électriques ou des blessures aux personnes (comme des dommages aux câbles, aux oreilles ou au boîtier) et, en présence de telles conditions, l’adaptateur

secteur ne peut plus être utilisé avant son réparation ou remplacement.

• Cet appareil n’est pas destiné aux enfants de moins de 8 ans.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

LITHIUM ION BATTERY DISPOSE OF PROPERLY

You can return your unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center.

Note

In some areas the disposal of lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony AIBO Customer Link call 1-800-427-2988 in the United States or contact us via email at aibosupport@info.sel.sony.com.

! Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery. ! Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the ERA-

301B1. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

! The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if

mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 140°F (60°C) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

RECYCLING LITIUM-ION RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES

Litium-ion rechargeable batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your used rechargeable batteries to the collection and recycling location nearest you.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking litium-ion batteries.

http://www.rbrc.org/

Regulatory Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed 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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For Customers in Europe and Australia

Safety Information

WARNING

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the robot to rain or moisture.

• To avoid electrical shock, do not open the enclosure. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. (Contact the AIBO Customer Link.) (page 8)

• Periodically examine the AC adapter for conditions that may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons (such as damage to the cords, blades, housing) and in the event of such conditions, the AC adapter should not be used until properly replaced.

• The robot is not intended or recommended for children under 8 years old.

• The robot must be used only with the recommended AC adapter (ERA201P1).

• The AC adapter is not a toy.

• Small parts can be swallowed.

• If the external flexible cable or cord is damaged, it must be replaced or repaired only by the manufacturer, an authorised service agent or a similar qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

• All material for fastening or packing purposes are not part of the robot and should be disregarded for children’s safety.

• For information regarding AC adapter, station, and lithium ion battery pack, please refer to the manuals provided separately.

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY

! Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries. ! Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with

the ERA-301B1. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

! The battery pack used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn

hazard if mistreated. Do not disassemble, heat above 60 °C (140 °F ) or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

Voor de Klanten in Nederland

(For customers in the Netherlands)

Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA).

Opmerking betreffende de geheugenbackupbatterij

(Note on a battery for memory backup)

Dit apparaat bevat een vast ingebouwde batterij die niet vervangen hoeft te worden tijdens de levensduur van het apparaat. Raadpleeg uw leverancier indien de batterij toch vervangen moetworden. De batterij mag alleen vervangen worden door vakbekwaam servicepersoneel. Gooi de batterij niet weg maar lever deze in als klein chemisch afval (KCA). Lever het apparaat aan het einde van de levensduur in voor

recycling, de batterij zal dan op correcte wijze verwerkt worden.

Regulatory Information

This product has been tested and found to conform to the following Safety Standards.

Toy Directive 88/378/EEC, EN50088/96 + A1/96 + A2/97, EN71-1/98, DIN EN 71-2/01.94, DIN EN 71-3/03.95

EMC Directive 89/336/EEC EMI EN55022/98, EN55014/93 + A1/97+A2/99, EN50081-1/92 EMS : EN55024/98, EN55014-2/97, EN61000-3-2/95, EN61000-3-3/95, EN50082-1/97

AC Adapter and Lithium Ion Batteries have been tested all together as a system and found to conform to the following Safety Standards.

LVD 73/23/EEC + 93/68/EEC EN60950/92 + A1/93 + A2/93 + A3/95 + A4/97 + A11/97 EN60065/98 EN61558-1/97 + A1/98 EN61558-2-7/97

CE (EMC) Marking Conformity Remarks

a) This equipment complies with EN55022. Class B digital for use in following areas : residential, business, and light-industrial. b) This product conforms with the following European Directive: 89/336/EEC (EMC directive)

Sony Corporation 6-7-35 Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001 JAPAN Please keep all information for future reference.

Customer Support

How can you contact the AIBO Customer Link? In the U.S.A. and Canada:

Call 1-800-427-2988 (U.S.A.) Email address: aibosupport@info.sel.sony.com

Table of Contents

Introduction

What is AIBO? ............................................................................... 12

ERS-31L .........................................................................................13

Checking the supplied accessories .................................................15

Index to parts and controls .............................................................16

AIBO exterior .......................................................................... 16

AIBO’s inner unit .................................................................... 18

Stand ........................................................................................ 20

Charging the battery pack

Inserting the battery pack ...............................................................22

Charging the battery pack .............................................................. 24

Playing with AIBO

Inserting or removing a “Memory Stick”....................................... 30

Inserting a “Memory Stick”..................................................... 30

Removing the “Memory Stick” ............................................... 32

Starting up AIBO ........................................................................... 33

When not playing with AIBO ........................................................ 35

Pausing AIBO .......................................................................... 35

Replacing the battery pack .............................................................36

Setting the volume level of the musical tone ................................. 39

Additional information

Notes on use ...................................................................................42

On handling AIBO................................................................... 42

Moisture condensation ............................................................. 44

On handling the AC adapter .................................................... 44

On handling the battery pack ................................................... 44

On cleaning .............................................................................. 45

Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 46

Clinic mode ............................................................................. 46

Changing AIBO to clinic mode ............................................... 46

Check list for clinic mode........................................................ 47

Symptoms and remedies .......................................................... 50

Limited warranty (for the U.S.A. only).......................................... 54

Service procedure (for the U.S.A. only) ........................................ 57

Specifications .................................................................................58

Index ............................................................................................... 61

Designer of AIBO ERS-31L ..........................................................63

Introduction

This chapter introduces you to the Entertainment Robot AIBO ERS-31L.

Introduction

What is AIBO?

“AIBO” is the name given to the Sony entertainment robot. Developed to encourage human and robot interaction, AIBO creates and introduces you to new pleasures and lifestyles.

The name “AIBO” is coined from the words “A.I. (Artificial Intelligence),” “eye” and “robot.” In Japanese, the word “aibou” means “partner” or “pal.”

For the newest information on AIBO, go to the following homepage: http://www.aibo.com/

ERS-31L

To comfortably coexist with people, AIBO ERS-31L was designed with four legs, a head, and a tail, and a total of fifteen internal motors that enable it to walk, sit, or lie down in a natural way. It can also use its horn light to express emotions.

“OPEN-R” is the standard interface for the entertainment robot system that Sony is actively promoting. This interface expands the capability of the entertainment robot through a flexible combination of hardware and interchangeable software to suit various applications. AIBO ERS-31L conforms to the OPEN-R version 1.1.1.

“AIBO,” the AIBO logo registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. “Memory Stick,” “ manual, the “” mark has been omitted.

,” and “ ” are trademarks of Sony Corporation. In this

, “OPEN-R,” and the OPEN-R logo are

Introduction

AIBO-ware “Memory Sticks”

To play with AIBO ERS-31L, you must provide it with optional AIBO-ware “Memory Stick,” a variety of which are available, depending on how you want to enjoy your AIBO. Without AIBO-ware, AIBO is just like a body without a mind. AIBO-ware loaded from a “Memory Stick” works as AIBO’s mind and determines its character and functions.

• An AIBO-ware “Memory Stick” is a “Memory Stick” created just for AIBO, containing application software for operating AIBO.

• Before purchasing an AIBO-ware “Memory Stick,” make sure the AIBOware is compatible with your AIBO model.

AIBO

AIBO-ware “Memory Stick” (not supplied)

You can select different AIBO-ware, depending on the way you want to enjoy AIBO. For example, there is AIBO-ware for raising AIBO or for giving it a different character.

Note

If you start up AIBO without inserting an AIBO-ware “Memory Stick,” AIBO enters clinic mode in which its sensors and other parts are checked (page 46).

Checking the supplied accessories

Check to make sure you have the following items before you play with AIBO.

x AC adapter ERA-201P1 (1)

x AC adapter conversion

x Stand (1)

x Pink ball (1)

plug* (1)

x Lithium ion battery pack

ERA-301B1 (1)

* Keep cards with magnetic data strips or magnetic recording media away

from the AC adapter conversion plug. The data on such magnetic media may be erased by the magnet within the conversion plug.

x Documentation

• AIBO Operating Instructions

• Congratulations on becoming a new AIBO owner

Introduction

Index to parts and controls

AIBO exterior

Notes

• Do not attach stickers on AIBO’s color camera (6) or distance sensor (5).

• Do not attach stickers onto or insert anything into AIBO’s joints or other movable parts.

• When lifting AIBO, firmly grasp it by its back (page 33). Never lift it by its head, ears, collar, legs, or tail.

• The gray area between AIBO’s chin and collar is not a switch. Do not insert your

fingers into this area as they may get caught and cause damage to AIBO.

1 Mode indicator (located behind

the horn)

Shows AIBO’s operation mode.

2 Horn light

Lights up in various colors to indicate AIBO’s emotional state.

3 Head

A switch within AIBO’s head detects movement whenever you gently push AIBO’s head upward or downward.

9 Back light

• Lights up green when AIBO is in active mode.

• Flashes green when AIBO is preparing for pause mode.

• Lights up orange when the internal battery pack is being charged.

• Flashes orange when an error has occurred during charging.

• Turns off when AIBO is in pause mode or the battery pack is completely charged.

Introduction

4 Stereo microphone

Allows AIBO to pick up surrounding sounds.

5 Distance sensor

AIBO uses this sensor to measure the distance between it and an object.

6 Color camera

Allows AIBO to recognize the objects by color, shape, and movement.

7 Speaker

Emits various musical tones and sound effects.

8 Paw switches

Located on the bottom of each paw.

q; Pause button

Press to activate AIBO or to pause AIBO.

qa Tail switch

Used for giving AIBO commands. This switch can be pushed in four directions. The commands given through the tail vary with the AIBOware used.

Movable in four directions

Front

Right

Back

Left

AIBO’s inner unit

The illustration shows AIBO with its cover removed.

Serial number sticker (inside the battery pack compartment)

Shutter for charging terminal

Note

Do not touch the charging terminal with your hand. Doing so may soil the terminal and cause poor contact.

1 Charging terminal

Connect the supplied AC adapter here with the supplied AC adapter conversion plug. When AIBO is placed on the supplied stand with an optional Energy Station Core installed, this terminal directly touches AIBO’s internal battery pack to charge it.

2 VOLUME switch

Used to adjust the volume of the speaker in four levels including mute.

3 “Memory Stick” access

indicator

Lights up while AIBO is accessing the “Memory Stick.” During this time, the Z button and the BATT Z latch are deactivated. When this indicator is lit, do not attempt to remove the “Memory Stick.”

4 RESERVED switch

This switch is reserved for functions to be added in the future.

5 BATT Z latch

Flip this latch towards AIBO’s tail to remove the battery pack.

6 “Memory Stick” insertion slot

Insert the AIBO-ware “Memory Stick” (not supplied) into this slot.

7 Battery pack insertion slot

Insert the supplied or an optional lithium ion battery pack into this slot.

8 Z button

Press this button to remove the “Memory Stick.”

Emergency release hole

When the “Memory Stick” or battery pack cannot be removed because of a mechanical problem, etc., insert a pointed object into this hole and push. Do not use anything that breaks easily such as a toothpick. Do not use this hole under normal circumstances.

Introduction

Stand

1 Stand

Place AIBO on the stand while it is in pause mode or while it is charging.

2 Decoration plate

Remove this plate when the optional Energy Station Core is attached to the stand.

Note

The supplied stand is for use with AIBO ERS-310 series only.

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