VEELER MAC2R1
Contents
Introduction
VEELER is an all-in-one solution to enjoy the hands-on experience of programming, electronics, and robotics. This easy-to-assemble robot provides infinite possibilities for you to learn STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). The kit comes pre-programmed to use it as an obstacle avoider robot or manual controlled robot. Users can use included USB cable and Arduino IDE to create different kinds of robots. The modular approach of this robot opens up infinite possibilities, only limited by your creativity.
Features
- Anodized Aluminum Chassis and Arduino Compatible Microcontroller Board
- Modular approach - Just plug and play modules
- Android Application to control the robot
- Included IR Remote controls the robot
- Board includes Buzzer, Two RGB LEDs, Photoresistor, IR Transmitter, Buttons etc
- Programmable via Arduino IDE by selecting board as "Arduino Leonardo"
Specifications
| Robot | VEELER MAC2R1 |
|---|---|
| Control Type | Android application / Infrared Remote |
| Battery Type | Lithium Ion Battery |
| Battery Capacity | 7.4v - 8.2v : 2600mAh |
| RGB LED Type | WS2812B Programmable RGB LED |
| Light Detection | 5mm Photo Resistor for ambient light Detection |
| Sound Module | Transistor controlled 8mm Active Buzzer |
| OLED | SSD1306 Driven 0.96" 124x64 Blue I2C Display Module |
| IR Receiver | TSOP1838 - Photodetector and Preamplifier module |
| Motor Driver | Toshiba TB6612fng H-Bridge with two output channels |
| Driver Max. Current | 1.2A per channel and up to 3.2A for a short, single pulse |
| Wheels | 4 x 42mm Rubberized high grip wheels with plastic rim |
| Motors | 4 x 300 RPM N20 Metal micro gear motors |
| Battery Holder | Holder to hold 2x18650 Lithium Ion Batteries with built-in BMS |
| Sonar Sensor | HC-05 Sonar Sensor with max range of 3 Meters |
| Chassis | Anodized Aluminum black Laser Cut chassis |
| Power Switch | 2 way SPDT Switch to turn on and turn off the robot |
| Charging Connector | 2.1mm connector for 9v AC Power adapter |
| Run Time | Upto 30 minutes on a fully charged battery |
| Bluetooth Compatibility | Works with any android with version 4+ with Bluetooth v2.0+ |
| Weight | 750.00 grams |
| Dimension | 4" x 4" x 4" inch |
| Operating Temperature | 0C to 60C (± 10%) |
| Chip Operating Voltage | 4.5V to 6V |
| External Power Supply | 6V to 9V |
Base Board Connections
Analog Pins A0-A3 These are used for analog input from external peripherals
Digital Pins D7-D8 Digital pins used to connect Ultrasonic Sensor
Digital Pins D2-D3 Digital/I2C pins to which I2C Module is connected
Motor 1 and Motor 2 2 pairs of motor are each connected to one channel
Power Jack Any external power source between 6v-9v can be connected
Power Connector Power from battery source is connected to this connector
Orion Board Connections
USB Connector Mini USB connector to program the board
Reset Button Resets the program in an unlikely event of robot malfunction
Slide Switch Change power source from External battery to USB power. Generally not to be used
Bluetooth Board Connections
Slide Switch Used to get Bluetooth board on program mode. Use this only if you know what you are doing
Using Android Application
- Turn on Bluetooth on your mobile / tablet
- Search and connect VEELERxxx module where xxx is a unique code for each robot. VEELER default password is set to 1234 or 0000
- Once connected, open VEELER application and connect to your VEELER robot
- If the connection is successful, VEELER control panel is ready to use
- Use the joystick on the left to control direction of robot
- Use buttons on the right to control RGB LED colour
- The power buttons on the bottom-right are used to control the speed of robot
- Use the buttons in the bottom-center to change robot modes between Manual and Autonomous modes
- Each of these buttons can be manually changed and configured in the code as per your requirement
Using Infrared Remote Controller
For some reason, you dislike or cannot use android application, the robot can still be controlled using the included remote.
- Turn on the robot using the Power button (Red Button)
- Press 1 to activate manual mode
- Press 2 for Autonomous Mode
- Press 3 for line follower mode (The robot does not include IR sensors. You need to configure and program it according to your requirement)
- Press Mute button to turn on or off the sound
- Press Arrow keys to control the robot
- Press 0 to turn on white light
- Each of these buttons can be manually changed and configured in the code as per your requirement
Using the code
The code provided along with the robot is well commented. Each controls in a separate file helps you change the code as per your requirement and upload it. If thing go wrong, revert to the original code to start again. With so many peripherals, sensors and modules, your creativity is the limit.
Support
If you have any questions or queries related to this product, share it in the forum, or contact us