PLEN Cube PC020B Instruction Manual (Crowd-funding model: equipped with an onboard battery and display screen) (191105-1) Thank you for purchasing PLEN Cube. Please read this manual in its entirety for the correct use of this product before operation. ● PLEN Robotics Inc is not liable for any damages or accidents caused by failing to observe the items and precautions described. ● The diagrams and illustrations provided in this manual are representations.
【 Precautions for Safe Operation】 PLEN Cube is a precision machine and there are many moving parts. If used incorrectly, it may lead to the failure of a mechanism / electronic component, or result in a serious accident.
【 Components 】 ● x1 PLEN Cube main unit ● x1 USB charging adapter 3
① LED light (white) ② Camera For photos, videos, and face recognition functionalities ③ Motion sensor Not used in this model ④ Speaker ⑤ IR (infrared) remote control For recording and sending IR signals to control home appliances ⑥ Power switch ⑦ USB micro-B terminal For charging the battery ⑧ Status LED (red) Illuminated while the battery is charging ⑨ Status LED (green) Indicates the current status of the PLEN Cube such as startup (solid illumination) and errors (flashing) ⑩ Microphone x4 Mounted on t
【 Charging the PLEN Cube 】 Before turning the PLEN Cube on please completely charge the battery. Insert the USB micro-B connector side of the charging adapter in the proper orientation into the charging terminal located on the back of the bottom half of the PLEN Cube. ※ Please charge the PLEN Cube using only the provided charging adapter ※ If the adjacent status LED light is flashing red, immediately remove the USB connector from the terminal and stop using it.
2. For the first time use or when the PLEN Cube is not connected to any network, the PLEN Cube will start-up in “Hotspot Mode.” From Hotspot Mode, please follow the following steps to connect to a new network. 3. The PLEN Cube creates its own limited WIFI network while on HotSpot Mode. On the smartphone, tablet, or PC device, please open the list of available WIFI networks and change the current network to the hotspot created by the PLEN Cube beginning with .
connectivity is strong. ※ It will not be possible to connect the PLEN Cube to networks with 2-step verification that may be used in certain companies, schools, or other protected organizations. 5. Close the browser used to input the desired WIFI network. Again open list of available networks on the smartphone, tablet, or PC and connect the device to the same network that the PLEN Cube was connected.
While the PLEN Cube is connected to a WIFI network with internet access, the intended functionalities such as weather reports, IFTTT control, music services(※), and firmware updates will be carried out normally. ※Music functionality is not implemented as of October 2019 and access is scheduled for 2020.
【 How to use the PLEN Cube 】 1. Voice commands Basic functionalities of the PLEN Cube can be controlled through the use of speaking the trigger word followed by a command word. Begin by speaking the trigger word “Hirakegoma” (hee-rah-kay-goh-mah), meaning “open sesame” in Japanese. If the PLEN Cube has successfully heard and understood the trigger word, it will turn to face the user and a “pong” sound will be heard. The user can then voice one of the following commands in a clear, slow voice.
【 Camera Functionality Instructions 】 There is a camera mounted on the top half of the PLEN Cube that can be used for photos, videos, and panorama capturing. 1. Speak the trigger word “Hirakegoma” to the PLEN Cube in a slow and clear voice and wait for the PLEN Cube to completely finish moving and a “pong” sound will be heard from the PLEN Cube’s speaker. 2. Say clearly the command “take a photo.
The camera functionality can also be controlled manually in this page by selecting the camera icon or play icon to take photos or videos respectively. The camera and video settings can also be changed here to adjust the length of time a video can be recorded. The maximum length possible that can be captured is 15 minutes in one recording. The video recording will automatically stop after the maximum time has elapsed. ※ After recording a video, the PLEN Cube must process it.
【 Music Streaming Services 】 The PLEN Cube has the ability to connect to various internet streaming platforms (KKBOX, Tidal, Napster). However, this functionality is not currently available. Music services will be offered beginning in the year 2020. 【Infrared (IR) Remote Control Instructions】 The infrared output (sending) LEDs are located on the left, right, and back faces of the PLEN Cube, while the input (IR signal receiver) is located on the right face with one of the output LEDs.
【 Weather Report Setup 】 In order to have the PLEN Cube give accurate weather reports, the PLEN Cube’s current location must be setup. In the PLEN Cube web application menu, select “Set Location,” input the required information into the bars and select “set” at the bottom. 【 Connecting to a new network 】 Follow this procedure to input and connect to a new network that is different from the initial network introduced during first use of the PLEN Cube.
Choose the “Settings” option in the web application menu and select “Network settings”. Click on the “+” icon at the bottom of the screen to add a new network manually. Enter the SSID and password of the desired new network. Ensure this new network is running and available, and ensure that the PLEN Cube is in a location to receive a strong signal from the new network.
※ Note that the spoken IP address may be the address of the PLEN Cube hotspot or of another network that the PLEN Cube has previously successfully connected to if the new network is not available. After switching the smart device or PC to the new network, open a new web browser and input the new IP address that the PLEN Cube has spoken into the search bar to access the web application.
【 Troubleshooting 】 1. The PLEN Cube does not respond to the trigger word ● Ensure the environmental background noise is not too loud. If it is equally as loud as the spoken trigger word, the PLEN Cube will not recognize it. ● Confirm if there is a “pong” sound ringing from the speaker after the trigger word is said. If there is a “pong” sound, please refer to the “2. The head will not move or rotate” troubleshooting. 2. The head will not move or rotate ○ The battery is low.
If the troubleshooting recommendations above do not solve the issue, or if a different issue not listed above is discovered, please contact PLEN Robotics support at: support-plencube@plenrobotics.
【Specifications】 Product Name PLEN Cube PC020B Dimensions apprx. 74 x 74 x 74mm Weight Battery Included model: apprx.320g Head motion range Pitch/Roll:±15° Yaw:350° Up-Down: 10mm Display 320 x 240 pixels(PC020DB only) Camera Full HD Microphone 4 microphones (MEMS) Sensors Motion sensor(pyroelectric) Wi-Fi IEEE802.11 b/g/n Bluetooth 4.
【 Warranty 】 Should the product experience failure or malfunction from normal use while the user has followed the instruction manual and has not forcibly interfered or opened the product, repair or replacement will be performed free of charge for 90 days from when the product arrives. When requesting repairs within the warranty period, confirm the date of purchase and contact the PLEN Robotics support at support-plencube@plenrobotics.com. This warranty will not be reissued.
CE statements: CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. Do not use the device in the environment at too high or too low temperature, never expose the device under strong sunshine or too wet environment. The suitable temperature for the product and accessories is 0℃-40℃. When charging, please place the device in an environment that has a normal room temperature and good ventilation.
This product can be used across EU member states. EU Regulatory Conformance Hereby, PLEN Robotics Inc. declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. For the declaration of conformity, visit the Web site https://plenrobotics.com/pc020b_ce_fcc.
FCC statements: 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTE: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications or changes to this equipment.
