BonicBot M1 – User Guide

1. Safety Instructions (Read Before Use)

Before operating BonicBot M1, follow these safety guidelines:

• Always place the robot on a flat and stable surface before turning it ON.
• Keep hands, clothing, and loose objects away from moving joints and motors.
• Do not press the emergency power switch during normal operation unless there is an emergency.
• Ensure sufficient clearance around the robot before initiating movement.
• Do not operate the robot near water, heat sources, or unstable surfaces.
• Operate BonicBot M1 only if you are trained and authorized.

2. Powering ON BonicBot M1 (Manual Mode)

Step 1: Power ON Using the Emergency Switch

• Turn the red emergency switch clockwise to power ON the robot.
• Press the red switch again to power OFF the robot.

Important

• Do not press the emergency switch while the robot is running unless it is an actual emergency.

Step 2: Robot Ready for Manual Control

• After powering ON, the robot is ready for joystick-based control.

3. Controlling BonicBot M1 Using Joystick Mode

Step 1: Turn ON the Joystick Controller

• Power ON the joystick controller using the power switch.

Step 2: Arm the Controller (Engage Control)

• Set all four top switches labeled SWA, SWB, SWC, and SWD to the UP position.
• Pull the left joystick fully downward to arm the controller.

Step 3: Enable Movement Control

• Toggle SWC to the MIDDLE position to enable movement control.

Step 4: Move the Robot

• Use the right joystick to control the robot’s movement direction.

4. Powering ON BonicBot M1 in ROS Mode

1. Press the push button on the robot.
2. The push button green light will turn ON.
3. A boot screen will appear on the display.
4. Wait until the system completes booting.

During boot, BonicBot M1 automatically:

• Connects to available Wi-Fi
• Starts ROS services

When the face display appears, the robot is ready in ROS Mode.

5. Controlling BonicBot M1 in ROS Mode (Gamepad Control)

Step 1: Turn ON the Gamepad

• Long press the center button on the gamepad.
• The red LED will turn ON, indicating connection.

Step 2: Move the Robot

• Hold the L button on the front-left side of the gamepad.
• Use the blue joystick to move the robot.

Important Operating Rule (ROS Mode)

While operating in ROS Mode:

• The big joystick controller must remain OFF.
• Turning ON the big joystick during ROS Mode may cause improper behavior or loss of control.

6. Safe Shutdown Procedure (Follow Exactly)

Step 1: Press the Push Button

• Ensure the push button green light is ON.

Step 2: Shutdown Popup

• A shutdown popup will appear on the display.

Step 3: Confirm Shutdown

• Select Shutdown on the screen.

Step 4: Wait for Complete Shutdown

• The system will shut down safely.
• The green light will turn OFF.

Step 5: Turn OFF Emergency Switch

• Only after the green light turns OFF, rotate the emergency switch to OFF.

✅ BonicBot M1 is now safely powered down.

7. Do’s and Don’ts

Do’s

• Place the robot on a flat and stable surface before operation.
• Ensure stable Wi-Fi connectivity when using ROS Mode.
• Use manual movement only during calibration or sequence training after disabling servo torque.
• Follow the safe shutdown procedure every time.
• Keep the robot clean and free from dust and debris.

Don’ts

• Do not force motors while the robot is powered ON (except during calibration or training with servos released).
• Do not disturb the robot’s hand movements while actions are active.
• Do not tamper with hardware or internal wiring.
• Do not operate on uneven or unstable surfaces.
• Do not turn ON the big joystick during ROS Mode.
• Do not press the emergency switch during normal operation unless it is an emergency.