WowWee Group 0850 Rovio Pivot User Manual English revised
WowWee Group Limited Rovio Pivot English revised
User manual-English-revised
USER MANUAL
ITEM NO.: 0850THE ULTIMATE TABLET STAND
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Thank you for purchasing Rovio Pivot™ from WowWee™!
Rovio Pivot™ is a multi-functional tablet stand that serves a variety of consumer needs including
remote video conferencing, as well as a built-in entertainment system.
Package contents
Please note the following when operating Rovio Pivot™:
• Do not immerse Rovio Pivot™ or any parts in water or any other form of liquid.
• Do not drop, throw, or kick Rovio Pivot™ as this might damage mechanical functions.
• Do not manually turn Rovio Pivot™ in either direction while it is moving.
1 x Rovio Pivot™
US EU UK
2 x Grip Adapters
INTRODUCTION
• 1 x Instruction Sheet
1 x 5V AC/DC
Power Adapter
1 x Remote Controller
Interchangeable Plugs*
* Number of plugs may vary depending on region.
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2.2
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BATTERY INFORMATION
Installing or changing batteries in the Remote Controller:
1. To change the batteries, turn to the back of the Remote
Controller. The Remote Controller requires 1 x “CR2032
3V” size battery (included).
2. Remove the Battery Holder by pressing the latch located
on the left, towards the right and pull downwards as
shown in diagram.
3. Insert the battery according to the diagram. Ensure that
the positive and negative polarities match the illustration shown.
4. Push the Battery Holder all the way back into the Remote Controller. A soft click indicates that
the Battery Holder has been securely attached.
NOTE: Out of the box, you will notice a clear plastic strip
extending from within the battery compartment of
the Remote Controller.
Activate the Remote Controller by removing and
discarding this insulation tab by pulling in the
direction shown.
The Remote Controller functions without this tab.
Installing or changing the Interchangeable Plugs:
1. To change the Interchangeable Plugs, rst press and hold
on the Lock Release Button.
2. Then twist plug as shown in diagram to release.
3. Position desired plug in position and twist in the opposite
direction to lock. A soft click indicates that the plug has
been securely attached.
TIP: Positioning steel pins to the top of the adapter will
facilitate assembly.
NOTE: Rovio Pivot™ must only be used with the transformer
included.
IMPoRtant BatteRY InFoRMatIon:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
• Please respect the correct polarity, (+) and (-).
• Do not try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not throw batteries into re.
• The supply terminals are not to be short-circuited.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the unit.
• Batteries should be replaced by adults.
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Adjustable Clamps
Adjustable Rotation Joint
Stand Head Swivel Joint
Adjustable Tilt Joint
Smart Device Cable
Neck
Speakers
Power Button
Device Rest
IR Sensor
Status Indicator
(RGB LED)
Stand Head
Device Support Pads
Device Support Pads
Cable Access
Touch-Sensitive
Control Panel
QUICK OVERVIEW
MOTORIZED BASE
ROVIO PIVOT™
CENTER POSITIVE
9V 1A
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Right Turn
Battery Holder
IR Transmitter
Home Position
Power Adapter Port
Left Turn
USB Charging Port
Power Button
Mute Button
Call Answer/End Button
Control Panel Buttons
(Functions as above)
QUICK OVERVIEW
MOTORIZED BASE - REAR
TOUCH-SENSITIVE CONTROL PANEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
Remote Controller
(Front View)
Remote Controller
(Rear View)
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Rovio Pivot™ acts as a stand for your tablet smart device, with a tilt neck and three-position 90°
swivel clamp. Rovio Pivot™ can also turn left and right or return to the Home position, either
using the Touch-Sensitive Control Panel on the base or with the Remote Controller. Other features
include outputting sound through Rovio Pivot™ and charging your tablet smart device.
Setting Up The Rovio Pivot™ Unit
1. Place Rovio Pivot™ on a at surface, making sure the feet are all evenly touching the surface.
2. Plug the AC / DC Adapter into the Power Adapter Port on the Rovio Pivot™ unit, then plug the AC
/ DC Adapter into a wall socket.
3. Push the “Power Button” to turn Rovio Pivot™ on.
Connecting A Tablet Smart Device
To connect Pivot to a smart device:
1. Gently slot your smart device into the Stand Head and push the Left and Right Adjustable Clamps
together until the device is held securely*.
NOTE: Be sure to place the base of your smart device on the Device Rest.
* If you are experiencing difculty in securing your device, insert the Grip Adapters
then reclamp for a tighter t.
GETTING STARTED
Inserting your device Securing your device Inserting Grip Adapters
Connecting the Power
Adapter
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2. To ensure that sound is played back through Rovio Pivot™,
insert the Smart Device Cable into the headphone jack on
the smart device.
NOTE: To control the volume level, please use the buttons
on your smart device.
3. To charge your device via Rovio Pivot™, rst check that the unit is connected to a power source
using the included Power Adapter. Then, connect your USB charge cable (not included) to the USB
Charging Port located on the back of the base. Insert the other end of the charge cable into your
smart device and it will commence charging.
NOTE: With the Power Adapter connected, Rovio Pivot™ is capable of charging your smart
device even when the unit is not switched on.
GETTING STARTED
Connecting the
Smart Device Cable
Connecting the
USB Charging Port
Connecting to your Device
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Controlling Rovio Pivot™
To turn attached smart device to the left,
press the “Left Turn Button” on the
Touch-Sensitive Control Panel on the unit
base or on the Remote Controller.
To turn attached smart device to the right,
press the “Right Turn Button” on the
Touch-Sensitive Control Panel on the unit
base or on the Remote Controller.
To return to the Home position, press on the “Home Position Button” on the Touch-Sensitive
Control Panel on the unit base or on the Remote Controller.
Adjusting Rovio Pivot™
The viewing angle and position on Rovio
Pivot™ can be adjusted manually for
optimal viewing.
Adjusting Tilt – While rmly holding
the top of the neck, grasp the Stand Head
and gently adjust the tilt of the stand to
your desired position. The Tilt Joint will
friction lock into place.
Adjusting Viewing Modes – To
change the viewing mode from vertical to horizontal, or visa-versa, rst rmly hold the top of the Neck.
Then, grasp the Stand Head and gently rotate it to the desired view mode. The Stand Head will friction
lock into position. Note that the Stand Head can only rotate 90o clockwise and counter-clockwise from
the vertical position.
Additional Remote Controller Features
The Remote Controller also enables you to mute the sound output on the unit, remotely by pressing the
“Mute Button” . Camera and microphone functions on your smart device will still be active.
To use the “Call Answer/End Button” , you must be connected to another Rovio Pivot™ user via the
app.
Disconnecting And Removing A Smart Device
To disconnect and remove a smart device from Rovio Pivot™, rst close out of any open applications.
Be sure that the Device Rest is situated to the bottom of the unit. Then, remove the headphone jack and
any other cables that may be connected to your smart device. Finally, gently pull back the Left and Right
Adjustable Clamps to loosen your device and carefully remove it from the unit.
CONTROLLING ROVIO PIVOT™
Left
Tilt
Right Home
View Modes
90o
90o
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STATUS INDICATOR
Status Indicator
The Rovio Pivot™ unit is equipped with a Status Indicator (RGB LED) that will change color depending
on its current status.
Below is a list of status lights:
Function Action LED Status
Power ON Pressing “Power Button” BLUE
(Constant)
Power OFF Pressing “Power Button”
(when ON)
BLUE
(Fades out)
MUTE Activation Pressing “Mute Button” ORANGE
(Flashes on activation)
then returns to BLUE
MUTE Cancellation Pressing “Mute Button” GREEN
(Flashes on activation)
then returns to BLUE
Device CONNECTED Successful connection between
Rovio Pivot™ and smart device post
hardware and software activation
BLUE
(Flashes)
Device DISCONNECTED Lost connection between Rovio Pivot™
and smart device.
RED
(Flashes)
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APP FUNCTIONALITY and Q & A
DevIce RequIReMents
Rovio Pivot™ is equipped with BLE (Bluetooth® Low Energy) connectivity and can interact wirelessly
with an iPad® 3 or above, iPad Air™, iPad mini™ or select Android™ BLE enabled tablet devices.
Apple® devices must be running iOS 7 or above. Android™ devices must be running Android™ 4.3
BLE or above.
aPP avaIlaBIlItY
Supporting apps are available on the App StoreSM and Google Play™. Please check periodically for
any updates and/or additional apps.
q&a anD PRoDuct suPPoRt
Q: My Rovio Pivot™ is not responding to commands from the Remote Controller…
A: Make sure you point the Remote Controller directly at Pivot’s IR Sensor on the front of the base.
If there is no response, try unplugging the Power Adaptor for 5 seconds, then reconnect and
restart Pivot. If there is still no response, try changing the “CR2032 3V” size alkaline battery in
the Remote Controller.
Q: There is no sound coming from my Rovio Pivot™…
A: Check that you have connected your smart device to Pivot, using the Smart Device Cable
connected to Pivot, which should be inserted into the headphone jack on your smart device.
Check that the volume on your device is turned up.
Q: I cannot charge my device using Rovio Pivot™…
A: Check Pivot is connected to an external power source using the included Power Adapter. Then,
check that the USB charge cable (not included) is connected between the Pivot base and your
smart device.
Q: Rovio Pivot™ will not connect with the app on my smart device…
A: Check that the Bluetooth function on your smart device is turned on. If you are still having
difculties, try restarting both Pivot and your device.
Downloading the App
For iPad® and iPad mini™: Go to the App Store and search for Rovio Pivot. Alternatively,
open a browser and use the following link: appstore.com/roviopivot. Then, click download.
For Android™: Go to the Google Play Store and search for Rovio Pivot. Then, click download.
Note that to use the app with Rovio Pivot™, your smart device Bluetooth function must be
enabled. Follow the instructions provided within the app.
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WowWee™ 90-Day Limited Warranty
WowWee’s warranty obligations for Rovio Pivot™ (this “Product”) are limited to the terms set forth below.
WowWee Group Limited (“WowWee”) warrants to the original end-user purchaser that this Product will be free from defects in
materials and workmanship under normal use for a period of 90 days from the date of retail purchase (the “Warranty Period”). This
warranty is extended only to the original end-user purchaser of a new product that was not sold “as is”.
If a defect arises:
(1) you may within 30 days from the date of retail purchase (or such other period specied by the return policies of the place of
purchase) return this Product to the place of purchase, together with the original proof of purchase and either the original box or the
UPC code label from the box, and this Product will be replaced or, in the event that a replacement for this Product is not available at the
place of purchase, either a refund of the purchase price for this Product or a store credit of equivalent retail value will be provided; or
(2) you may after the day that is 30 days from the date of retail purchase (or such other period specied by the return policies of the
place of purchase) and within the Warranty Period contact WowWee Customer Support to arrange for the replacement of this Product.
In the event that a replacement for this Product is not available this Product will be replaced by WowWee with a product of equivalent
or greater retail value.
Notwithstanding the foregoing terms of this warranty, WowWee reserves the right at all times, at its sole option and discretion, to
refund to you the purchase price paid by you for this Product in full and nal settlement of WowWee’s obligations under this warranty.
A purchase receipt or other proof of the date of retail purchase and purchase price is required in order to claim the benet of this
warranty.
If this Product is replaced, the replacement product becomes your property and the replaced Product becomes WowWee’s property.
If the place of purchase refunds the purchase price of this Product or issues a store credit of equivalent retail value, this Product must
be returned to the place of purchase and becomes WowWee’s property. If WowWee refunds the purchase price of this Product, this
Product must be returned to WowWee and becomes WowWee’s property.
EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS
This warranty covers the normal and intended use of this Product. This warranty does not apply: (a) to damage caused by accident,
abuse, unreasonable use, improper handling and care or other external causes not arising out of defects in materials or workmanship;
(b) to damage caused by service performed by anyone who is not an authorized representative of WowWee; (c) to any hardware,
software or other add-on components installed by the end-user; (d) if this Product has been disassembled or modied in any way; (e)
to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents or broken plastic, or normal wear and tear.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MIGHT ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE
TO STATE. WOWWEE’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR PRODUCT DEFECTS IS LIMITED TO THE REPLACEMENT OF THIS PRODUCT OR THE
REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE FOR THIS PRODUCT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE
LIMITED IN TIME TO THE TERM OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. NO WARRANTIES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WILL APPLY
AFTER THE EXPIRATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD. If any term of this warranty is held to be illegal or unenforceable, the
legality or enforceability of the remaining terms shall not be affected or impaired.
EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WARRANTY AND TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WOWWEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES HOWSOEVER CAUSED RESULTING FROM BREACH OF
WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF USE. THE
FOREGOING LIMITATION SHALL NOT APPLY TO DEATH OR PERSONAL INJURY CLAIMS, OR ANY STATUTORY LIABILITY FOR
INTENTIONAL AND GROSS NEGLIGENT ACTS AND/OR OMISSIONS.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR
LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THESE LIMITATIONS MIGHT NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Valid only in U.S.A.
WARRANTY
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Product names, designations, and
logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of WowWee Group Limited.
All rights reserved.
Customer Service website:
www.wowweezone.com
We recommend that you retain our address for
future reference.
Product and colors may vary.
Packaging printed in China.
Apple, the Apple logo, iPad, iPad Air and iPad
mini are trademarks of Apple Inc. Registered
in the U.S. and other countries. App Store is a
service mark of Apple Inc.
Android and Google Play are trademarks of
Google Inc.
MADE IN CHINA.
CAUTION
Changes or modications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s 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 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 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 into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or experienced radio/TV technician for help
This Device complies with Part 15 pf 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.
This device complies with Industry Canada Licence-exempt RSS-210. 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.
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided
instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide
a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located
or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and
installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter
operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.
For these purposes, the party responsible is:
WowWee USA Inc.
875 Prospect Street
Suite 204A
La Jolla, CA 92037
1-800-310-3033
WARNING! This equipment may experience difculty and/or memory loss when subjected to any electrostatic discharge, radio
frequency interference, or sudden power surge/interruption. The user is encouraged to reset the equipment should any of these occur.
WowWee Group Limited
Energy Plaza, 301A-C
92 Granville Road
T.S.T. East, Hong Kong
WowWee Canada Inc.
3700 Saint Patrick Street,
Suite 206,
Montreal, QC, H4E 1A2, Canada Digital Download
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www.wowwee.com/roviopivot
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THE ULTIMATE TABLET STAND