Spin Master Toys Far East 52116TXR2G4 STW FGR StarWars BB8 RC Remote User Manual T52116 0001 20073849 NEN IS R3 STW BB 8 V4 LR
Spin Master Toys Far East Ltd. STW FGR StarWars BB8 RC Remote T52116 0001 20073849 NEN IS R3 STW BB 8 V4 LR
User Manual
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™
INSTRUCTION
GUIDE
6+ YEARS
HERO DROID
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+www.
WWW.SPINMASTER.COM
DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE.
NORTH AMERICA – 1-800-622-8339,
CUSTOMERCARE@SPINMASTER.COM
BATTERIES
NOT INCLUDED
x
AAA(LR03)
3
x
BATTERY INCLUDED
1
Ni-MH1800
mAh
x
BATTERY INCLUDED
1
400mAh/3.7V
Lipo
© & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd.
If normal function of the product is disturbed or interrupted, strong electro-magnetic
interference may be causing the issue. To reset product, turn the head and body
completely off, then turn it back on. If normal operation does not resume, move the
product to another location and try again. To ensure normal performance, charge the
batteries, as low batteries may not allow full function.
T52116_0001_20073849_NEN_IS_R3
TROUBLESHOOTING
Remove all packaging before use. Retain this information, addresses and phone
numbers for future reference. Please read User Instruction Guide for additional
important information. Content may vary from pictures. An adult should periodically
check this toy to ensure no damage or hazards exist, if so, remove from use.
Children should be supervised during play. Keep away from obstacles
and electrical hazards.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Always remove batteries from the controller when it is not being used for a long period
of time (controller/charger only). Wipe the toy gently with a clean damp cloth.
Keep the toy away from direct heat. Do not submerge the toy in water.
This can damage the electronic assemblies. Turn off the power on the controller
when not in use.
Charge the main body (NiMH battery) every 6 months for battery maintenance.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: This toy contains inaccessible magnets.
Keep away from electronic and medical devices. Exposed
magnets, if inhaled or swallowed can stick together or to
other metal objects, and cause serious or fatal injury.
RESPONDS TO ENGLISH ONLY
CONDITION RED LED 1 BLUE LED 2 WHITE LED (VR) 3
Low Battery (Head) X Flashing - 1Hz OFF
Low Battery (Body) Flashing - 1 Hz X OFF
System Error Flashing - 2Hz Flashing - 2Hz Flashing - 2Hz
CONDITION RED LED 1
Head & Body Not Linked Fast Flashing
Low Battery (Body) Flashing - 1Hz
3
WHITE
HEAD
BODY
1
RED
2
BLUE
TIP: If BB-8 is acting up, try a reset. Turn body and head completely off, then turn both
power switches back on. If this does not work make sure the head and body are fully
charged then try again.
TM & © Spin Master Ltd. All rights reserved.
Tous droits réservés.
SPIN MASTER LTD., 450 FRONT STREET WEST,
TORONTO, ON M5V 1B6 CANADA
Imported into EU by/Importé dans l’UE par
SPIN MASTER INTERNATIONAL, S.A.R.L., 20 RUE DES PEUPLIERS, L-2328, LUXEMBOURG
Customer Service: 1-800-622-8339 Email: customercare@spinmaster.com
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For additional help videos,
go to www.herodroidbb8.com
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Before first use: Read the user's information together with your child.
INDOOR TOY.
CAUTION: Using item outdoors may cause damage to surface finish and function.
Use on smooth level surface.
Do not use near or on incline.
Do not use near or on stairs.
Abrasive surfaces will damage product.
Special Note to Adults: Regularly examine for damage to the plug, enclosure and
other parts. In the event of any damage, the toy must not be used with the controller
until the damage has been repaired.
NOTE: If normal function of the product is disturbed or interrupted, strong electro-
magnetic interference may be causing the issue. To reset product, turn it completely
off, then turn it back on. If normal operation does not resume, move the product to
another location and try again. To ensure normal performance, change or re-charge
the batteries, as low batteries may not allow full function.
CAUTIONS.................................................................... 2
CONTENTS................................................................... 3
INDICATOR LIGHTS...................................................... 3
BATTERY REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.......................... 4
CHARGING (BB-8 BODY)............................................ 5
CHARGING (BB-8 HEAD)............................................ 6
ASSEMBLY..................................................................... 7
CHARGE PORT FUNCTIONS (BB-8 BODY).................. 7
CHARGE PORT FUNCTIONS (BB-8 HEAD)................... 7
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS.................................. 8
GET STARTED................................................................ 9
PLAY MODES................................................................ 9
REMOTE CONTROL MODE.......................................... 9
VOICE COMMAND MODE.......................................... 9
FOLLOW ME................................................................. 10
BB-8 MOODS............................................................... 10
ANIMATION BUTTON................................................... 10
SLEEP MODE................................................................ 10
FCC INFORMATION..................................................... 11
SAFETY INFORMATION................................................ 11
TROUBLE SHOOTING................................................... 12
IMPORTANT INFORMATION......................................... 12
CARE AND MAINTENANCE......................................... 12
4.
RED LIGHT – ON indicates
that there is power to the
Droid’s body. OFF indicates
that there is no power to the
Droid’s body.
CAUTIONS
CONTENTS
INDICATOR LIGHTS
1 BB-8 DROID BODY
1 BB-8 DROID HEAD
1 REMOTE CONTROL
1 WALL MOUNT CHARGER
FOR BB-8 DROID BODY
1 MICRO USB CHARGER CABLE
FOR BB-8 DROID HEAD
1 SMALL
ANTENNA
1 LARGE
ANTENNA
BB-8 HEAD BB-8 BODY
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RED Power Light
RED = ON
NO LIGHT = OFF
Blue Light
Indicates power status of BB-8 (see
table on page 12 for details)
White Light
White = Ready for Voice Commands
NO Light = Not ready for Voice Commands
QUICK START GUIDE
6+ YEARS
HERO DROID
TIP: Look for the WHITE LIGHT before giving BB-8
voice commands!
™
INSTRUCTION
GUIDE
6+ YEARS
HERO DROID
?
+
www.
WWW.SPINMAS TER.COM
DO NOT RE TURN TO THE S TORE.
NORTH AMERICA – 1-800-622-8339,
CUSTOMERCAR E@SPINMASTER.COM
BATTERIES
NOT INCLUDED
x
AAA(LR03)
3
x
BATTERY INCLUDED
1
Ni-MH
1800
mAh
x
BATTERY INCLUDED
1
400mAh/3.7V
Lipo
CAUTION: This toy contains inaccessible magnets.
Keep away from electronic and medical devices. Exposed
magnets, if inhaled or swallowed can stick together or to
other metal objects, and cause serious or fatal injury.
RESPONDS TO ENGLISH ONLY
1 Instruction Guide
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1 Quick-Start Guide
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Battery Safety Information:
• Requires 3 X 1.5V “AAA” (LR03) batteries
(NOT INCLUDED).
• Batteries are small objects.
• Replacement of batteries must be done by adults.
• Follow the polarity (+/-) diagram in the battery
compartment.
• Promptly remove dead batteries from the toy.
• Dispose of used batteries properly
• Remove batteries for prolonged storage.
3. Install 3 new “AAA”(LR03) batteries (not included) as shown
in the polarity diagram (+/-) inside the battery compartment.
4. Replace battery door securely.
5. Check your local laws and regulations for correct recycling and/or battery disposal.
1. Locate the battery door on the
remote control.
2. Open the battery door with
a philips screwdriver (not
included). If used or spent
batteries are present, remove
these batteries from the unit by
pulling up on one end of each
battery. DO NOT remove or
install batteries using sharp or
metal tools.
1. Locate the Charging Port Door on the BB-8 body section.
6. Charge around 3 hours, or until red charge light flashes.
7. Unplug the Charging Cord from the Charging Port.
8. Unplug the AC/DC wall mount charger from the wall outet.
9. Close the Charging Port Door.
2. Open the Charging Port Door.
3. Move the Power Switch to the OFF Position. Red power indicator light will go OFF.
4. Plug the AC/DC wall mount charger (9V DC 700mA, 6.3W) into the wall outlet.
5. Plug the Charging Cord into the Charging Port in BB-8.
Red Light on wall mount charger will indicate charging is in progress.
No light shows in BB-8 Charging port area.
CHARGING (BB-8 BODY)
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RED CHARGE LIGHT:
Alternative Charges
RED POWER
INDICATOR LIGHT
BATTERY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
• Only batteries of the same or equivalent type
as recommended are to be used.
• DO NOT incinerate used batteries.
• DO NOT dispose of batteries in fire,
as batteries may explode or leak.
• DO NOT mix old and new batteries or types of
batteries (i.e. alkaline/standard/rechargeable).
• Using rechargeable batteries is not recommended
due to possible reduced performance. Rechargeable
batteries are only to be charged under adult
supervision. Replaceable-rechargeable batteries are
to be removed from the toy before being charged.
• DO NOT recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
• DO NOT short-circuit the supply terminals.
SOLID = CHARGING
FLASHING = FULLY CHARGED
Europe/ Korea Australia United Kingdom
NOTE: If the red light does not show on the wall mount charger make sure
the plug is fully inserted into the charge port and the power switch on the body
is set to the OFF position.
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NOTE: You may need to twist BB-8’s head to lock it into place. If BB-8’s head is
not locked into position it will lean to the side and the head may fall off easily.
6. Charge around 1 hour, or until
charge light turns GREEN.
7. Unplug the micro USB cable
from the Charging Port.
8. Unplug the USB Cable
from its source.
9. Close the Charging Port Door.
NOTE: Cable is for charging
only and will NOT transfer data.
2. Open the Charging Port Door.
3. Move the Power Switch to the OFF Position. Charging indicator light will go OFF.
1. Connect the Antenna to the Top of BB- 8.
2. Place BB-8 head on top of the body.
3. Assembly complete.
4. Plug the micro USB cable into the Charging Port.
5. Plug the USB Cable into an appropriate source.
RED Light will indicate charging is in progress. GREEN Light will indicate full charge.
*The RC CHANNEL SELECTOR must be in the same position as on the REMOTE CONTROL. It may be
changed to a different channel when playing with a friend who has another BB-8, or similar
product. This will let you maintain control of your BB-8 and not interfere with the other BB-8.
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CHARGING PORT
POWER INIDCATOR LIGHT
RED = ON
NO LIGHT = OFF
CHARGING INDICATOR
LIGHT
POWER SWITCH
CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHT:
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ON POSITION
OFF POSITION
POWER SWITCH
CHARGING PORT
ON POSITION
OFF POSITION
1. Locate the Charging Port Door on the BB-8 head section.
CHARGING (BB-8 HEAD) ASSEMBLY
CHARGE PORT FUNCTIONS (BB-8 DROID BODY)
CHARGE PORT FUNCTIONS (BB-8 DROID HEAD)
CHARGING
INDICATOR LIGHT
RED = CHARGING
GREEN = FULLY CHARGED
NO LIGHT = NOT CHARGING
RED = CHARGING
GREEN = FULLY CHARGED
NO LIGHT = NOT CHARGING
RC CHANNEL SELECTOR*
A POSITION
B POSITION
C POSITION
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BATTERY DOOR BELT CLIP
1. Set the Remote Control to RC Mode.
2. Move the Throttle to move BB-8.
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RC MODE
OFF (VOICE COMMAND MODE)
FOLLOW ME MODE
BB-8 has 3 PLAY MODES: REMOTE CONTROL (RC) –
Direct control of BB-8’s movements
VOICE COMMAND –
Verbally interact with BB-8
FOLLOW ME –
BB-8 will follow you
REMOTE CONTROL MODE
1. Turn the remote OFF while BB-8 is
powered ON.
2. White light indicates that BB-8 is
listening for Voice Commands.
3. Speak clearly to BB-8,
using the phrases listed at right.
Await BB-8’s reactions.
VOICE COMMAND MODE
BB-8
HELLO
KYLO REN
MOVE BALL
GO TO SLEEP
HOW ARE YOU?
COME HERE - CLOSER
STORMTROOPER
STAND GUARD*
WHERE IS POE?
HAVE YOU SEEN REY?
DROID PLEASE
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REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTIONS
FRONT SIDE
REMOTE CONTROL
REAR SIDE
1. Open the Charging Port Door on the BB-8 Droid body.
2. Move the Power Switch to the ON position. Red power indicator light will go ON.
Close the Charge Port Door.
3. Open the Charging Port Door on the BB-8 Droid head.
4. Move the Power Switch to the ON position. Red power light will go ON. Close the
Charge Port Door.
5. BB-8 will calibrate before normal play modes begin.
GET STARTED
PLAY MODES
THROTTLE LEVER
(Forward/Backwards)
IR LED POWER INDICATOR POWER SWITCH
MODE SELECTOR
THROTTLE LEVER
(Left/Right)
ANIMATION BUTTON
(Animate/Reverse Controls)
*NOTE: BB-8 will start scanning the room for intruders.
If any are detected, BB-8 will alert you.
NOTE:
Maintain a distance within 40 feet, between the Remote Control and BB-8.
NOTE:
Keep BB-8 still and on a flat surface when powering on.
RC CHANNEL SELECTOR*
A POSITION
B POSITION
C POSITION
IR LED
NOTE:
To Animate BB-8 press the animation button once.
To reverse controls press and hold the animation
button for 2 seconds.
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FCC STATEMENT: This product 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 undesirable operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference to radio
communications. Because this toy generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communication. However there can be no guarantee that interference will
not occur. If this toy does cause interference to radio or television reception (you can check this by turning the toy off and on while
listening for the interference), one or more of the following measures may be useful:
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•
Increase the separation between the toy and the radio or the TV
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced TV-radio technician for help.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class B FCC limits.
NOTE: Changes, adjustments or modifications to this unit, including but not limited to, replacement of any transmitter component
(crystal, semiconductor, etc) could result in a violation of FCC rules under part 15 and/or 95 and must be expressly approved by
Spin Master Ltd or they could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Shielded cables must be used with this unit to insure
compliance with the Class B FCC limits.
CANADIAN Class B statement: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSs standard(s). Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause interference, and 2) this device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B)
POWER ADAPTER SAFETY INFORMATION
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The transformer is not a toy and should be connected to the wall outlet by an adult. It should be periodically examined for conditions
that may result in the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury to persons, such as damage to the cord, plug, blades, housing or other parts,
and in the event of such conditions, the transformer must not be used until the damage is repaired. The cord of this transformer cannot
be replaced; if the cord is damaged, dispose of the transformer in accordance with your local electrical product recycling regulations.
- Transformers and power supplies for toys are not intended to be used as toys, and the use of these products by children shall be
under the full supervision of parents.
- The toy must be used only with the recommended transformer.
- The toy is not to be connected to more than the recommended number of power supplies.
- Toys to be cleaned with a liquid are to be disconnected from the transformer before cleaning.
- To clean transformer, disconnect it from the wall and clean with a cloth dampened with water. Do not immerse in water or use
soap or other chemicals. Allow to dry before reusing. Do not connect to the AC outlet if wet or damaged.
- AC Adapter Electrical Ratings: US, CAN Input: ~ 120V AC, 60Hz, 300mA. UK Input: ~ 240V, 50Hz. Australia and New Zealand Input:
~ 240V, 50 Hz. Output: 9V DC, 700mA
- Batteries are only to be charged by adults or by children at least 8 years old.
This toy is equipped with LiPo and NiMH batteries. SPECIAL BATTERY INSTRUCTIONS:
- Never charge battery unattended.
- Charge battery in an isolated area. Keep away from flammable materials.
- Do not expose to direct sunlight. There is a risk of the batteries exploding, overheating, or igniting.
- Do not disassemble, modify, heat, or short circuit the batteries.
- Do not place them in fires or leave them in hot places.
- Do not drop or subject to strong impacts.
- Do not allow the batteries to get wet.
- Only charge the batteries with the specified Spin Master™ battery charger.
- Only use the batteries in the device specified by Spin Master™.
- Carefully read the instruction guide and use the batteries correctly.
- In the unlikely event of leakage or explosion use sand or a chemical fire extinguisher for the battery.
- Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
Special Battery Removal Instruction for LiPO, NiMH:
Product Battery Removal Instructions: Internal battery is factory installed, product disassembly and battery removal must be performed
by an adult. Do not puncture, cut, tear, compress or deform product during disassembly. Ensure product is turned off, then use a
screw driver to remove all screws. Separate product body halves to expose internal electronics. When battery is visible in its entirety
use scissors to cut a single battery wire, immediately wrap the cut wire end with tape to isolate it, repeat until all battery wires are cut
and isolated, and the battery is free from the rest of the product. Dispose of battery in accordance with your local battery recycling or
disposal laws. NOTE: Opening of product and/or removal of battery will render product inoperative and voids manufacturer
warranties, dispose of remaining product components in accordance with local laws.
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1. Clip the Remote Control to your side and
set to FOLLOW ME Mode.
2. Keeping controller around 5'-6'. Facing
BB-8 begin walking slowly.
3. BB-8 will move toward
the Remote Control.
1. Set the Remote Control to RC Mode.
2. Press the Animation Button once.
3. BB-8 will randomly animate.
4. Press and hold the Animation Button
for 2 seconds.
5. BB-8’s head will turn in the opposite direction.
6. The controls over BB-8 will reverse.
FOLLOW ME MODE
BB-8 may randomly display any of the following six moods:
BOLD; SAD; SASSY; HAPPY; SCARED; CURIOUS
BB-8 MOODS
RC/ ANIMATION BUTTON
1. After 3 - 5 minutes of no interaction, the Droid will go into SLEEP MODE. In SLEEP
MODE, say “BB-8” to reactivate the Droid. Press the Controller's Direction Knob OR
the Animation Button to reactivate.
2. After 5 minutes, the Droid will go into Power Down Mode.
3. Open both Charge Ports.
4. Move the Power Switches to the OFF Position.
5. Move the Power Switches back to the ON Position. Droid will re-activate.
SLEEP MODE
CAUTION:
Do not walk down stairs,
BB-8 will follow and
could get damaged.
NOTE:
Use the follow me mode only in large areas to avoid running into walls or other objects. If BB-8
stops moving towards your and begins to beep move closer so BB-8 can regain the remote
control IR LED signal. Make sure you do not cover the IR LED’s on the remote control.
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