Find thousands more great ideas online Now youre in command Rover REPORTING FOR DUTY, SIR. Merrimack, New Hampshire USA 03054 800-846-3000 Brookstone.com For ages 14+
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. i TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings and Cautions . 3 Location of Controls . 6 Control Layout . 8 Made for Models . 9 Set Up. 9 Inserting the Batteries . 10 Camera Positioning. 10 Power Up and Connect . 11 Driving . 12 Driving Using Your Devices Accelerometer . 16 Audio. 16 Stealth Night Vision . 16 Camera. 17 Zoom . 17 Recording a Path. 18 Reset. 19 Care and Maintenance. 19 Specications . 20 Frequently Asked Questions . 21 Warranty. 25 suppliers other than Brookstone may provide their own warranties to the purchaser, but Brookstone, in so far as permitted by law, provides these products as is. This warranty does not apply to: a) damage caused by failure to follow instructions relating to products use or the installation of components; b) damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire, floods, earthquake or other external causes; c) damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not a representative of Brookstone;
d) accessories used in conjunction with a covered product; e) a product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or capability; f) items intended to be periodically replaced by the purchaser during the normal life of the product including, without limitation, batteries or light bulbs; g) any product sold as is including, without limitation, floor demonstration models and refurbished items; or h) a product that is used commercially or for a commercial purpose. BROOKSTONE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, BROOKSTONE DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WARRANTIES AGAINST HIDDEN OR LATENT DEFECTS. IF BROOKSTONE CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM STATUTORY OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, THEN TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ALL SUCH WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some states disallow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. 1 26 l
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. i ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Brookstone warrants this product against defects in materials and/or workmanship under normal use for a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of purchase by the original purchaser (Warranty Period). If a defect arises and a valid claim is received within the Warranty Period, at its option, Brookstone will either 1) repair the defect at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, or 2) replace the product with a new product that is at least functionally equivalent to the original product, or 3) provide a store credit in the amount of the purchase price of the original product. A replacement product or part, including a user-installable part installed in accordance with instructions provided by Brookstone, assumes the remaining warranty of the original product. When a product or part is exchanged, any replacement item becomes your property and the replaced item becomes Brookstones property. When a store credit is given, the original product must be returned to Brookstone and becomes Brookstones property. Obtaining Service: To obtain warranty service, call Brookstone Limited Warranty Service at 1-800-292-9819. Please be prepared to describe the product that needs service and the nature of the problem. A purchase receipt is required. All repairs and replacements must be authorized in advance. Service options, parts availability and response times will vary. You are responsible for delivery and the cost of delivery of the product or any parts to the authorized service center for replacement, per our instructions. Limits and Exclusions: Coverage under this Limited Warranty is limited to the United States of America, including the District of Columbia and the U.S. Territories of Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. This Limited Warranty applies only to products manufactured for Brookstone that can be identified by the Brookstone trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them or their packaging. The Limited Warranty does not apply to any non-Brookstone products. Manufacturers or 25 ROVER QUICK START GUIDE IF YOU READ NOTHING ELSE, READ THIS:
1 Download the Rovers free App from iTunes, attach Rovers antenna and insert its batteries. 2 Slide Rovers power switch to on and when the blue LED blinks, go to the Wi-Fi connection in the settings menu on your device to sync. 3 Open the Rover App. The driving controls and live video will appear on your devices screen. You are now ready to ROLL!
For more detailed instruction, check out the steps starting on page 9. 2 l
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. i Your device is compatible with Rover:
iPod touch (2nd , 3rd and 4th generations) iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPad 2 iPad Why does the audio on my Rover have feedback?
Your device may be too close to Rover or your volume setting may be too high. Can I record video or audio with my Rover?
Rover captures still pictures only. Why is my Rover not transmitting video?
Check the following:
Rover is powered on. Your devices Wi-Fi is turned on. Rover is selected as your Wi-Fi network on your device. Rover is within operating range. Batteries are not low. CAUTION For ages 14 and up. Keep the Rover away from face, eyes and hair at all times. Keep fingers away from wheels and trac-belts while they are in motion. Make sure there are no insurmountable obstacles or breakable objects in the Rovers path. Do not drop in, spray with or submerge unit in water. CHOKING WARNING: This product may contain small parts which may pose a choking hazard to children. BATTERY PRECAUTIONS Dispose of the old batteries properly. Do not dispose of the old batteries in a fire. Do not leave the batteries where a child or pet could play with or swallow them. If the batteries are swallowed, contact a physician immediately. The batteries may explode if mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge or disassemble the batteries. Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. 23 4 l
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. i FCC INFORMATION FCC ID : ZRB719302 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference. 2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Note: 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 unit 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 and 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 to 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. 5 Can I use multiple Rovers with the same device?
Yes, but not simultaneously. Can I use my Rover outdoors?
Rover is not weather resistant. We recommend using Rover on a clean dry surface if used outdoors. What happens if I receive a phone call on my device while I am using my Rover?
If a phone call is received on your device while Rover is in use, the app will exit. Use airplane mode on your device to avoid interruption. Can I use my Rover with BlackBerry or AndroidTM devices?
No, not at this time. Why cant I sync my Rover to my device?
Check the following:
App has been downloaded from the iTunes App store to your device. Rover is powered on. Blue Connection LED is blinking (searching for Wi-Fi connection). Your devices Wi-Fi is turned on. Rover is selected as your Wi-Fi network on your device. Rover is within operating range. Batteries are not low. BlackBerry, RIM, Research in Motion, and related trademarks, names and logos are the property of Research in Motion Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. Android is a trademark of Google, Inc. 22 l
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. i FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS It is taking a long time for the blue connection LED to blink to begin the syncing process. It can take up to 30 seconds for the blue connection LED to blink. Why am I experiencing low quality video (freezing, discoloration)?
Rover may be beyond its maximum operating range, batteries may be low or the antenna is not attached. What is the maximum range of my Rover?
Rover will operate up to 200 feet unobstructed and up to 100 feet obstructed. Maximum range will vary depending on the environment. What is the battery life of my Rover?
Approximately 2.5 hours. Why is my video black and white?
While in Stealth Night Vision mode, Rover transmits video in black and white. Can I use multiple Rovers in the same area?
Yes. Each Rover has a unique SSID address (printed on the underside of the unit). If there are multiple Rovers being used, the individual SSID addresses will appear as Wi-Fi connections on your device. Select your Rovers SSID address. LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (ROVER) 1. Antenna 2. Tank Body 3. Night Vision Light 4. Wheel (4) 5. Trac-Belt (2) 6. Camera 7. Microphone 1 2 7 6 3 4 5 21 6 l
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. i LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS (ROVER) 1. Antenna Port 2. Orange Power LED 3. 4. Blue Connection LED Battery Compartment Access Screw (2) 5. Battery Compartment 6. Reset Button 7. On/Off Switch 8. SSID Number 7 3 Top 8 7 Bottom 1 2 4 5 6 SPECIFICATIONS Weight: . 2.30 lbs Dimension with Antenna:. 10.25" w x 7.75" l x 7.75" h Battery:. 6 x AA Running time: . Approximately 2.5 hours Distance: . Approximately:
200 feet (unobstructed) 100 feet (obstructed) Camera: . 320x240 @ 25 frame per second Wi-Fi supports: . 802.11b/g Stealth Night Vision Lens: . 850nm iPod/iPhone/iPad not included. iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Made for iPod, Made for iPhone, and Made for iPad mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, iPhone, or iPad, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod, iPhone, or iPad may affect wireless performance. App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. 20 l
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. i RESET To reset the Rover, use the end of a paperclip to press the RESET button for five seconds. CARE AND MAINTENANCE Turn the Rover off before cleaning. Wipe the Rover with a soft, dry cloth. Ensure there is no hair or lint caught between the rear or front wheels and the drive shafts. Clean carefully with your fingers or a pair of tweezers. CONTROL LAYOUT (YOUR DEVICES TOUCH-SCREEN) 1. Driving Controls (4 Arrows) 2. Night Vision 3. Audio Volume 4. Play Path 5. Make Path 6. G-Drive 7. 8. Video Screen 9. Zoom In 10. Zoom Ratio 11. Camera 12. Zoom Out Information 9 10 11 12 100%
1 8 7 1 2 19 Note: The control layout may not appear exactly as shown, depending upon your device. 6 5 4 3 8 l
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. i MADE FOR iPod/iPhone/iPad MODELS iPod touch (2nd , 3rd and 4th generations) iPhone 4 iPhone 3GS iPhone 3G iPad 2 iPad SET UP DOWNLOADING FREE APP Go to the iTunes App StoreSM to download the Rover App. ANTENNA See the illustration below for instruction on how to install the Rovers antenna. Rover Insert the Antenna in the Antenna Port and twist the Antenna in a clockwise manner until secure. RECORDING A PATH The Rover can record up to 30 seconds of a driving route, and then repeat it all by itself!
1. To record a path, press the Make Path button and drive the Rover on the route you want to record. 2. After you complete your route, press the Make Path 3. Press the Play Path to play the recorded route and the Rover will button again to save. automatically drive the route you recorded all by itself. Note: If the Rover is reset, or the batteries are removed, the saved route will be erased. 9 18 l
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. i CAMERA The Rover can take snapshots! Press the camera The photo will be saved in the Photos folder on your device. to take a snapshot. ZOOM To zoom in on a subject, press the out, press the
. on your devices screen. To zoom INSERTING THE BATTERIES 1. Remove the BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER by unscrewing the two access screws on the cover with a small screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover and insert 6 AA batteries (included) according to the polarity indicators inside the compartment. 3. Replace the BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER and tighten the two screws to secure. Access Screws Battery Compartment Cover 17 10 CAMERA POSITIONING Manually move the camera lens up and down to capture different angles of video. l
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. i POWER UP AND CONNECT 1. Slide the Power switch on the bottom of the Rover to on. The ORANGE POWER LED will illuminate. Wait approximately 30 seconds and the BLUE CONNECTION LED will start to blink slowly. LED STATE CHART LE D Orange Blue Blue S tate Solid Power on Represents Blinking Searching for and acquiring Wi-Fi connection Solid Rover app is open and Wi-Fi is connected 2. On your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad device, go to Settings and turn Wi-Fi on. The SSID address of your Rover (17 digits starting with AC13_) will appear as an available connection. Note: Each Rover has a unique SSID address (printed on the underside of the unit). If there are multiple Rovers being used, the individual SSID addresses will appear as Wi-Fi connections on your device. Select your Rovers SSID address. 3. Select the Rover to confirm the connection. Ensure there is a check mark to the left of the SSID address and the Wi-Fi connection logo appears at the top of your devices screen. 4. Exit out of Settings and open the Rover App. 5. The BLUE CONNECTION LED will now revert from blinking to solid. 6. When your devices screen shows the view from the Rovers live-stream video camerayou are ready to start exploring. DRIVING USING YOUR DEVICES ACCELEROMETER button on your devices screen. To turn on this function, press the The manual drive button graphics will disappear from your devices screen. To drive the Rover, tilt your device in the direction you would like to drive. button, and the drive graphics will To turn this function off, press the reappear on your devices screen. AUDIO button and slide up and down to control the volume of audio The Rover can transmit audio to your device. Press the transmitting from the Rover to your device. Note: The Rover will not transmit audio while it is in motion. Audio is only accessible when Rover is stopped. STEALTH NIGHT VISION button to turn the stealth night vision function on. Press the button again to turn the stealth night vision function off. Press the Note: When stealth night vision is on, the video is in black and white. 11 16 l
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. i 360 circle to the left Use the arrow button on the left of your devices screen and the same time arrow button on the right of your devices screen at the 100%
DRIVING Drive Forward Straight - use both arrow buttons on your devices screen 100%
360 circle to the right Use the arrow button on the left of your devices screen and the same time arrow button on the right of your devices screen at the 100%
Back Up Straight Use both arrow buttons on your devices screen 100%
Stop Release all buttons and remove fingers from the screen 15 12 l
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. i Turn Right Driving Forward Use the arrow button on the left of your Turn Right Driving Backward Use the arrow button on the left devices screen of your devices screen 100%
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Turn Left Moving Forward Use the arrow button on the right of your Turn Left Moving Backward Use the arrow button on the right devices screen of your devices screen 100%
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