Littlebits GIZMOS & GADGETS User manual

GIZMOS &
GADGETS
PG 14 PG 16 PG 18
PG 10PG 6 PG 12
Breezy Buddy
Spinmate
Megablaster
Wireless
Doorbell
Mischief
Machine
Bubblebot
Bumperball
Bitbot
Rotolamp
Spy Box
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Basics
INVENTIONS
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Bit™Index
Trouble-
shooting
littleBits
Invention
Cycle
UNLEASH
YOUR
INNER
INVENTOR.

ANATOMY OF A BIT
Learn how you can tell top
from bottom.
MAGNET MAGIC!
Bits snap together with magnets. The magnets are always
right ― you can’t snap them together the wrong way.
COLOR-CODED BY FUNCTION
Bits are grouped into four diff erent categories, which are color-coded.
Learn more about your Bits in the BIT INDEX ON PG 20
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ARROWS SHOULD POINT IN THE SAME DIRECTION
IF THE BITS WON’T SNAP TOGETHER, TRY SPINNING
ONE AROUND AND MAKE SURE THE ARROWS POINT
IN THE SAME DIRECTION
BIT FEET
OPEN HARDWARE SYMBOL
LITTLEBITS LOGO
BOTTOM
POWER (BLUE)
Power Bits, plus a power supply
run power through your circuit.
INPUT (PINK)
Input Bits accept input from you or
the environment and send signals
that aff ect the Bits that follow.
OUTPUT (GREEN)
Output Bits do something ―
light up, buzz, move…
WIRE (ORANGE)
Wire Bits connect to other
systems and let you build
circuits in new directions.
BUILD DIRECTION
BIT NAME
TOP
BITSNAPS
(“X” ICONS)
SLIDE THE DIMMER BACK AND FORTH AND
SEE HOW IT AFFECTS THE BARGRAPH.
DON’T FORGET TO CONNECT YOUR CABLE
& 9 VOLT BATTERY.
POWER YOUR CIRCUIT. WHEN THE POWER
BIT™IS ON, YOU’LL SEE A RED LIGHT.
BUILD & PLAY
WITH THIS
CIRCUIT FIRST
Keep an eye out for these icons as you're inventing! Learn more
about THE LITTLEBITS INVENTION CYCLE PG 23
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THE LITTLEBITS INVENTION CYCLEORDER IS IMPORTANT
POWER BITS always come fi rst and INPUT BITS only
aff ect the OUTPUT BITS that come after them.
SOME BITS ARE ADJUSTABLE
Switches, buttons, and sensitivity dials on the board
allow you to change how the Bit functions.4 5
WITH NO OUTPUT BIT AFTER IT, THE INPUT BIT HAS NOWHERE
TO SEND ITS SIGNAL
FLIP THE SWITCH TO CHANGE MODES
ADJUST SENSITIVITY
THE INPUT BIT AFFECTS THE OUTPUT BITS THAT FOLLOW
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Discover a world of infi nite
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LITTLEBITS IS A PLATFORM OF ELECTRONIC BUILDING BLOCKS
FOR YOU TO CREATE INVENTIONS LARGE AND SMALL.
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FAN OF
FORTUNE
A SPINNING FAN CAN DO MORE THAN
BLOW AIR. Could yours predict the future?
Here we use the fan’s spinning motion to
create a fortune teller. Ask the Fan of For-
tune any question – we just hope you’re a
fan of the answer!
MATERIALS
• paper
• tape
• stickers
BREEZY
BUDDY
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MIX UP YOUR CIRCUIT! Take
the fan off your mounting board
and tape it to the middle of a
sheet of paper.
LEARN WHAT YOUR FUTURE HOLDS!
Write four fortunes on a piece of pa-
per. Use stickers to make an arrow on
the middle of the fan, pointing at one
of the fortunes.
Turn power on and move the slide dim-
mer up to get the fan spinning. Slide
the dimmer back down. When the
blades stop, THE ARROW WILL POINT
TOWARD YOUR DESTINY!
CREATING YOUR OWN ELECTRONIC INVENTIONS CAN BE FUN, and functional!
Whether your classroom feels like the surface of the sun or you want to bring the
breeze with you on your next nature walk, this simple fan will keep you cool.
TIME
5min
LEVEL
p1 powerbattery & cable
a9 mounting board
i5 slide dimmer o13 fan
COOL OFF!
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PRESS YOUR CIRCUIT ONTO THE
MOUNTING BOARD. Stick the battery
to the board with Glue Dots.
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BUILD YOUR CIRCUIT.
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Press the fan's little feet
onto the mounting board
so it stands up on its side.
While your circuit is off , ATTACH A
WHEEL TO THE DC MOTOR. Your sign
will spin on top of the wheel.
PRESS YOUR CIRCUIT ONTO THE
MOUNTING BOARD. Use Glue Dots
to stick the battery to the board.
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ART
SPINNER
YOU CAN DO SO MANY THINGS WITH THE
CIRCUIT YOU JUST CREATED. By adding a
few adhesive shoes, Glue Dots, a paper
plate, and some markers, it transforms into
a spin art platform!
MATERIALS
• adhesive shoes (2)
• Glue Dots (2)
• paper plate
• markers
SPINMATE
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2 3
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BUILD YOUR CIRCUIT.
MAKE A FEW SMALL CHANGES TO YOUR CIRCUIT AND ACCESSORIES. First, take
the DC motor off the mounting board. Snap two adhesive shoes to the motor and
then take the backing off and stick to a table edge. Attach a paper plate to the top
of the wheel with Glue Dots.
Turn power on, set the slide dimmer to
a desired speed, and make your mark
right on the paper plate! CREATE SPIN
ART MASTERPIECES.
MAKE A SPINNING SIGN FOR YOUR LEMONADE STAND OR A CREATURE THAT
DANCES DIZZILY ON YOUR DESK! Create this versatile invention and let your
imagination run wild.
TIME
15min
LEVEL
o25 DC motor
wheel Glue Dots®stickers decorating
materials‡
‡nice to have
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POWER
SPIN YOUR HEART OUT! Set the wheel on a fl at surface. It will act as the base for
your sign to spin on.
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Your fan should be blowing
AWAY from the circuit.
TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
CUSTOMIZE: Can you make your
Breezy Buddy into a WEARABLE
FAN? Use craft materials from
around the house to attach to your
body or clothes.
p1 powerbattery & cable i5 slide dimmer
a9 mounting board
Turn power on and slide
the dimmer. How does
it change the speed and
direction of your motor?
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
CUSTOMIZE: THE BACK SIDE
OF THE MOUNTING BOARD IS
YOUR CANVAS. Make it useful,
playful or just plain weird using
the provided stickers or any
materials you’d like.
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COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
How would you show your
personality on a sign? WHAT
DO YOU WANT TO SAY?
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: PICTURE
YOUR FAVORITE PAINTING. Can
you recreate it on your spinning art
machine? We recommend something
abstract!
Turn the power Bit™on
and slide the dimmer.
The fan should spin.
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
Glue Dots®
materials‡
‡nice to have
materials‡
SLIDE DIMMER
POWER
SLIDE DIMMER
FAN
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
Can you design an invention
around the idea of chance? Roll
some dice, fl ip a coin, or remix
a fortune teller to get inspired.
INVENTION 01 INVENTION 02
DC MOTOR
Make sure the DC motor Bit is
in VAR (variable) mode.
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COMMUNITY
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
You just invented an electronic
fan! WHAT OTHER HOUSEHOLD
OBJECTS can you create with
your Bits?
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Match the FLAT EDGE on the
motor shaft with the fl at edge
of the hole in the wheel.
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COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
MAKE A SUPERHERO COSTUME
to match your Megablaster!
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MEGABLASTER
IT’S A BIRD! IT’S A PLANE! IT’S SUPER KID! If you could have one superpower, what would it be?
Would you walk through walls? Turn bad guys to stone? With a few Bits™ and a little imagination,
you can blast that power onto anything! Just use the slide dimmer on your wrist cuff to activate a
bargraph in the palm of your hand. When it’s at full capacity, POW! Shoot your imaginary power
wherever it’s needed.
TIME
15
MIN
LEVEL
template A
tape*
o9 bargraph
battery & cable
scissors*
w1 wirep1 power
a6 hook & loop shoes
(×5)
i5 slide dimmer
decorating
materials‡
*from around
the house
‡nice to have
Glue Dots®
freeze ray
rainbow blast
fireball
BUILD YOUR CIRCUIT and press on hook & loop
shoes.
REMOVE THE CIRCUIT FROM
THE CUFF AND CONNECT IT TO
THE DOG COLLAR with hook &
loop strips, just like you did with
the cuff s. Secure the battery
to the collar using tape or a
rubber band.
MAKE THE WRIST CUFF by sticking the battery to the
inside of template A with Glue Dots.
Cut a 3.5" (9cm) piece of hook & loop strip.
MAKE THE SUPERPOWER-BLASTING HAND PIECE. Cut
a 2" (5cm) hook & loop strip, and stick it to your hand.
Press the bargraph portion of the circuit to the strip.
YOU’RE A SUPERHERO! Slide the dimmer to light up the bargraph and activate your imaginary power.
Wrap it around your wrist with the battery on the inside and tape it in place. STICK HOOK & LOOP STRIP TO CUFF and press
power and slide dimmer onto the cuff as shown.
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PETMATE
Done playing superhero? This circuit can
double as an accessory for your favorite
furry friend. All you need to do is change
the material the circuit sits on. Keep your
Bits™(and your buddy!) safe by keeping
them dry.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: What
will pets be wearing in THE YEAR
3000? Create futuristic pet fash-
ion with Bits and share the look.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
MAKE A SUPERHERO COSTUMEMAKE A SUPERHERO COSTUME
to match your Megablaster!to match your Megablaster!
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COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
WhatWhat
will pets be wearing inwill pets be wearing in
THE YEARTHE YEAR
Create futuristic pet fash-Create futuristic pet fash-
ion with Bits and share the look.ion with Bits and share the look.
Turn power on. As you
slide the dimmer, the LEDs
on the bargraph should
light up in a row.
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
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Tape template A to itself as
shown while it is wrapped
around your arm.
POWER
SLIDE DIMMER WIRE
BARGRAPH
HOOK & LOOP SHOES
CUSTOMIZE: Stick the bargraph
to either the back or front of your
hand, DEPENDING ON WHICH
SUPERHERO YOU ARE.
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a6 hook & loop strip
Wrap it around your wrist with the battery on the inside and tape it in place.
Decorate template A from your Kit. This will be your
Megablaster wrist cuff . Think about your FAVORITE
SUPERHERO for inspiration.
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INVENTION 03
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
Now build the WIRELESS RECEIVER CIRCUIT. This will be the buzzer in your room. Press on
hook & loop shoes to keep your circuit together.
Cut pieces of the hook & loop strip and stick them to the place you want your doorbell to
hang. Attach the TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT to the strips, and place the receiver inside your
room USING THE SAME METHOD. Stick your battery to the wall with Glue Dots.
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STUFF
GUARD
PRIVACY, PLEASE! Keep your parents’ or
siblings’ grubby fi ngers out of your stuff
by setting up a wireless alarm system. By
installing the light sensor (transmitter circuit)
in your drawer, you’ll know that someone
is looking through your stuff when your
buzzer goes off on your receiver circuit.
MATERIALS
• drawer or secret compartment
• mounting board
WIRELESS
DOORBELL
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3
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You’re going to build two circuits that talk to each other wirelessly. First build your
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT. This circuit will send a signal to the buzzer in
your room, making it go off .
SET UP YOUR ALARM.
CREATE AN INVENTION THAT KEEPS PEOPLE FROM BURSTING INTO YOUR PRIVATE SPACE! Your
new doorbell will alert you when someone wishes to enter by sending a wireless signal from
outside the door to the buzzer inside your room. Could you use this system to communicate secret
messages without your parents knowing? Show us how you’re using the wireless doorbell on our
community pages.
TIME
20 min
LEVEL
w22 wireless
transmitter
p1 power (×2)battery & cable (×2)
o6 buzzer o9 bargraph a6 hook & loop
shoes (×6)
i13 light sensor
scissors*
*from around
the house
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GUESTS CAN NOW ANNOUNCE THEIR ARRIVAL BY COVERING THE LIGHT
SENSOR TO "PRESS" THE DOORBELL. Try adjusting the sensitivity on the light sensor
and see if you can get it to detect the shadow of anyone approaching your room.4
Turn on the power for both
your circuits and cover
the light sensor with your
hand. It should buzz.
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BARGRAPH
w22 wireless
transmitter
i5 slide dimmerp1 power (×2)battery & cable (×2)
a9 mounting board
(×2)
o11 servo & hub mechanical arm servo mount
BUILD YOUR PRANK ARM. On the
receiver circuit, assemble the servo
mount, hub, and mechanical arm using
a Phillips-head screwdriver.
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GOLF-O-MAT
You can use your Mischief Machine for
all kinds of fun – NOT JUST PRANKS! We
found it’s great for playing mini golf. Build
your golf course using some colored paper
and a paper cup. Can you cook up any
other ways to use your mechanical arm?
MATERIALS
• ball from caster
• bottle cap
• paper cup
NICE TO HAVE
• colored paper
• toothpick (fl ag)
MISCHIEF
MACHINE
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2
3
2
You’re going to build two circuits that talk to each other wirelessly. First build your
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT, which will work as your remote controller, send-
ing its signal to the mechanical arm. Then press it onto a mounting board.
Remove the ball from the ball
caster. This is now your golf
ball!
PLAY GOLF! Line up your new golf putter and swing away wirelessly.
CREATE AN INVENTION TO MAKE YOUR PARENTS SHRIEK, EEK! A pair of wireless Bits™and a
servo help you pull this prank on unsuspecting friends and family while you watch it all go down.
Wirelessly control the mechanical arm to rustle whatever you put it into – is it a mouse or a mon-
ster? Who knows! Just hope they don’t prank you back.
TIME
20 min
LEVEL
Phillips-head
screwdriver* *from around the house
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PRESS YOUR RECEIVER CIRCUIT ONTO
A MOUNTING BOARD.
4 5
Build the second circuit. This will be the WIRELESS RECEIVER CIRCUIT that will rustle your bag.
Use Glue Dots to stick the bat-
teries onto the mounting board.
The servo hub has two hole
sizes, the arm will screw into
the smaller holes.
HIDE THE ENTIRE RECEIVER CIRCUIT INSIDE A CHIP BAG and place it wherever
your unsuspecting victim will fi nd it. Quickly slide the dimmer back and forth
when you’re ready to scare the daylights out of them!
Turn on the power for both
your circuits and move the
slide dimmer to see how it
wirelessly controls the servo.
TROUBLESHOOTING PG 20
TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
CUSTOMIZE: WHERE ELSE CAN YOU
HIDE THE MISCHIEF MACHINE?
Could you stick it in a drawer or
under your brother’s bed?
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COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: Create a
full, 18-HOLE COURSE with diff erent
obstacles and terrain. Mix it up!
What would a golf course look like in
the desert or the Arctic? Share your
landscapes with the community, and
check out what others have done.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE:
Create a SECRET LANGUAGE
made of buzzes. Share your lan-
guage on our community pages.
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CUSTOMIZE: This wireless
alarm can be installed any-
where that’s dark, so why not
an entire room? EXPERIMENT
WITH DIFFERENT SPACES and
light sensor sensitivities. Know
when someone walks into a
room and turns on a light.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: HOW LOUD CAN
YOU MAKE SOMEONE SCREAM? TAKE A VIDEO
of your personalized prank and share it on the
community page!
Create a sign telling people to
put their hand over the light sen-
sor to announce their arrival.
INSIDEOUTSIDE
PRO
TIP
Opening the drawer should set
off your buzzer, even if your
receiver circuit is on the opposite
end of your house. Busted!
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mount, hub, and mechanical arm using
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ADJUST YOUR INVENTION.
Switch the light sensor’s
mode to LIGHT and turn the
SENSITIVITY DIAL ALL THE WAY
CLOCKWISE. Any hint of light
will now trigger an alarm!
w21 wireless
reciever w21 wireless reciever
POWER
You’re going to build two circuits that talk to each other wirelessly. First build your
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT
. This circuit will send a signal to the buzzer in
your room, making it go off .
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BARGRAPH
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
POWER
WIRELESS RECEIVER BUZZER
TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
POWER
LIGHT SENSOR
Set the mode to DARK and
turn the sensitivity dial ALL THE
WAY CLOCKWISE using your
purple screwdriver.
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SLIDE DIMMER
Make sure the wireless receiver is on
the SAME CHANNEL (a,b,c,d, or e) as
your transmitter.
PAIRING TIP PG 20
Make sure the wireless receiver is
on the SAME CHANNEL (a,b,c,d, or e)
as your transmitter.
PAIRING TIP PG 20
SERVO
Glue Dots®
POWER
HOOK & LOOP SHOES
HOOK & LOOP SHOES
Press on hook & loop shoes to
keep your circuit together.
screws (×4)
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The servo hub has two hole
sizes, the arm will screw into
the smaller holes.
non-metallic
bag/container*
Use a chip bag with a
non-metallic fi nish. Metallic
fi nishes may interfere with
wireless signals, derailing
your prank.
PRO TIP
hook & loop strip Glue Dots®
INVENTION 04 INVENTION 05
Set your servo to TURN mode
to control how and when your
mechanical arm moves.
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WIRELESS RECEIVER
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BUBBLEBOT
Using household objects and a few of our favorite Bits™,
you can create BIG, BEAUTIFUL BUBBLES AS IF BY MAGIC. Dip the
bubble tube in bubble mix and slowly move the slide dimmer to
watch your bubbles come to life. Control how quickly the bubble
grows by keeping an eye on the bargraph – it tells you how much
power you’re sending to the fan.
o9 bargraph o13 fan
battery & cable p1 power
a9 mounting board
i5 slide dimmer
Glue Dots®template B
BUILD YOUR BUBBLEBOT CIRCUIT. PRESS YOUR CIRCUIT ONTO THE MOUNTING BOARD. Stick the battery on using
Glue Dots®.
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Leave room on
this side for the
bubble tube.
FLIP YOUR FAN AND TUBE OVER AND PRESS THE FEET
ONTO THE MOUNTING BOARD. Taping the tube to the
mounting board will also help keep it in place.3
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4 5
BUILD THE BUBBLE TUBE. Decorate template B before
you fold it. Fold template B to form a rectangular tube
and tape along the tab.
LET’S BLOW SOME BUBBLES! Pour bubble solution into a small plate or bowl.
With the fan completely off , dip the tip of the bubble tube into the bubble solu-
tion. Lift the tube out of the solution, then slowly use the slide dimmer to turn the fan
on and start blowing bubbles. COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: TRY
OTHER MATERIALS. Give your
Bubblebot some personality.
Swap your paper tube for con-
tainers around the house to make
your invention more interesting,
and sustainable! Can it be a hot
air balloon, or a bubble-blowing
barnyard animal? Decorate the
container to transform your bot!
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Place the fan against the end of the bubble tube that
has the three paper tabs. Make sure you position the
fan so it’s blowing air INTO the tube.
The feet on the fan should
align with the side of the tube
that DOES NOT have a tab.
Tape the paper tabs to the
outside edges of the fan.
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BUBBLE CHARMER
Can you charm your bubbles out of their bot with a single
tune? You’re about to swap a few Bits™to TURN YOUR
BUBBLEBOT INTO AN EXOTIC, BUBBLE-CHARMING FLUTE.
First, add a buzzer so your Bubblebot will make noise
when you turn it on. Next, swap the slide dimmer for a light
sensor. Finally, if you have any LEGO®, this would be a
great chance to use your brick adapters. Play the instrument
by holding it with the fan facing your feet and placing your
fi nger over the light sensor.
Cutting fringes along the
edge of the bubble tube
allows the tube to hold
more bubble solution,
which will help you
blow bigger bubbles!
Adding a few drops of
glycerine (available at
most drug stores) to the
solution will make your
bubbles even bigger.
To keep the bubbles from
popping too quickly, try
slowing down the fan with
the slide dimmer or pulsing
the fan on and off .
PRO
TIP
PRO
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PRO
TIP
Leave room on
this side for the
bubble tube.
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4
and tape along the tab.
The feet on the fan should
align with the side of the tube
that
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3
4
BUILD THE BUBBLE TUBE.
Decorate template B before
When you slide the dimmer,
the bargraph should light up
and the fan should spin.
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
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MIN
tape* bubble solution
(or make your own
with 2 tbsp of dish
soap mixed with 1 C.
of water)*
A dish to hold your
bubble solution* decorating materials‡
*from around
the house
‡nice to have
of water)*
decorating
*from around
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BARGRAPH
FAN
SLIDE DIMMER
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BUMPERBALL
INVENT A GAME THAT PUTS A NEW SPIN ON AN OLD ARCADE FAVORITE: the pinball machine. Use
the slide dimmer to catapult the ball and watch it bounce and bump all over the box like it’s out
of control!
TIME
60
MIN
LEVEL
screwdriver* tape* decorating materials* *from around
the house
Glue Dots®
o11 servo & hubp1 power
mechanical arm
battery & cable
screws (×2)
i5 slide dimmer
BUILD YOUR CIRCUIT. This will be the controller
you hit the ball with. Sliding the dimmer will
make the mechanical arm turn.
Press ADHESIVE SHOES onto your circuit.
START BUMPING YOUR BALL! Drop the ball in
one of the holes on the side and use the slide
dimmer to turn the arm and hit the ball.
PLACE THE CIRCUIT ON YOUR BOX by peeling the red adhesive off the shoes and sticking to the side.
(Note: Adhesive shoes are one-time use only.)
ATTACH TEMPLATES C1, C2, AND C3 together as shown. Then tape them around the border of the Kit box. Align the dotted
line on the templates to the top edge of the box.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver (not the small purple one) to add the MECHANICAL ARM TO THE SERVO HUB. The servo
mount has two hole sizes. The screws will fi t into the smaller holes.
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3
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4
5
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ONLINE REMIX
NOISY
SCOREBOARD
Add some bells & whistles to your Bumperball game. With
a few extra Bits™and a LEGO® “ball catch,” a buzzer will
sound with victory every time you score a point. If you are
feeling adventurous, you could even remix the whole thing
in LEGO!
ADD LIFT
UNDER BOX
FOLD IN
BUMPERS
ATTACH TO
YOUR BOX
Turn power on and slide the
dimmer back and forth to see
how the arm swings!
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TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
CUSTOMIZE: Use thumbtacks, rubber
bands, and everyday objects TO
CREATE OBSTACLES. You can use
a book, magazine, or a mounting
board TO ADD LIFT.
To align the mechanical arm
just right, power on your
circuit, move the slider on the
dimmer to the middle posi-
tion, and then attach the arm
parallel to the servo’s body,
as shown in the image. You
may have to remove the servo
hub and put it back on so it’s
oriented with the small holes
as shown.
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SMALL HOLES
PRO
TIP
ADD STICKERS AND DECORATE
with markers to create a theme
for your Bumperball game.
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ball caster
POWER
Place Glue Dots on servo
and stick to center of box.
Add some bells & whistles to your Bumperball game. WithAdd some bells & whistles to your Bumperball game. With
“ball catch,” a buzzer will “ball catch,” a buzzer will
sound with victory every time you score a point. If you aresound with victory every time you score a point. If you are
feeling adventurous, you could even remix the whole thing feeling adventurous, you could even remix the whole thing
ADD LIFT
ADD LIFT
UNDER BOX
UNDER BOX
ATTACH TO
YOUR BOX
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: ASK
YOUR PARENTS to recall their favor-
ite pinball machine from childhood.
Find it online and decorate your
Bumperball game to look like it.
Generations collide!
a7 adhesive shoes
(×3) templates C1, C2 & C3
Gizmos & Gadgets
box (or other) stickers
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SLIDE DIMMER
Put servo on
TURN mode.
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SERVO
ADHESIVE SHOES
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BITBOT
ROAM YOUR WORLD WIRELESSLY! This remote-controlled bot will do your bidding, thanks to a
pair of wireless Bits™ and a few DC motors. Use this versatile vehicle to prank your pets, set up a
snack delivery system for Mom, or turn your room into a race track! What sort of adventures will
your Bitbot go on?
LEVEL
template Dwheels (×2)
w19 split
w1 wirebattery and cable
(×2) p1 power (×2)
o25 DC motor (×2)
Glue Dots®
i5 slide dimmer (×2)
ball caster
a9 mounting board
(×2)
CUSTOMIZE: GIVE YOUR BOT SOME CHARACTER! Is it
a creature, a race car, or a roaming genie lamp? Use
the provided stickers and your own decorating mate-
rials to add some personality. Be sure to share your
designs and check out what the community has done.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: Take your
new bot for a spin in a place that
doesn’t exist yet! DESIGN A NEW CITY
OR PLANET to roll around in.
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First build your WIRELESS TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT, then press onto mounting board.
This will work as your remote controller, sending its signal to the Bitbot.
1
DC MOTOR
2
WIRELESS RECEIVER
Moving the slide dimmers
will spin the DC motors.
TROUBLESHOOTING PG 20
Use Glue Dots to stick
the battery to the board.
MOUNTING BOARD
TIPS ON PG 21
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
WIRE
SPLIT
SLIDE DIMMER
Because the DC motors are
facing opposite directions, the
slide dimmers also need to
face opposite directions. This
will make controlling your bot
much easier.
It’ll look like this when
you’re done.
SLIDE DIMMER
TEST YOUR
CIRCUITS
PRESS TO
MOUNTING
BOARD
CONTROLLING YOUR BITBOT. The middle posi-
tion of the slide dimmers (~2.5V) will stop the
wheels. Pushing both slide dimmers in the same
direction will move it forwards or backwards.
Take it for a spin!
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WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO WITH THIS ROAMING ROVER?
Add a few Bits™& accessories to your bot to create robotic
art masterpieces. Draw a portrait, write your name, or
even make some expressive abstract paintings when you
add a mecanical arm to your Bitbot. The arm automatically
swings side to side while you drive the bot around with the
controller.
Make sure the wireless
receiver is on the SAME
CHANNEL (a,b,c,d, or e) as
your transmitter.
PAIRING TIP PG 20
Build the second circuit. This will be the heart of your BITBOT. After the circuit is made,
press it onto a mounting board.
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transmitter
TIME
40
MIN
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AT LITTLEBITS.CC/GGKIT
POWER
DC MOTOR
Set the DC motors to
VAR (variable) mode.
LEARN MORE PG 21
POWER
DRAWBOTDRAWBOT
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO WITH THIS ROAMING ROVER?WHAT ELSE CAN YOU DO WITH THIS ROAMING ROVER?
Add a few BitsAdd a few Bits
art masterpieces. Draw a portrait, write your name, or art masterpieces. Draw a portrait, write your name, or
even make some expressive abstract paintings when youeven make some expressive abstract paintings when you
add a mecanical arm to your Bitbot. The arm automaticallyadd a mecanical arm to your Bitbot. The arm automatically
swings side to side while you drive the bot around with theswings side to side while you drive the bot around with the
controller.controller.
CW CCW
0V 5V
STOP
2.5V
CUSTOMIZE: Attach the
bot template to the mount-
ing board using tape or
Glue Dots.
INVENTION 08
Match the FLAT EDGE on the
motor shaft with the fl at edge
of the hole in the wheel.
CREATE
Turn off your circuits and ATTACH WHEELS TO THE DC
MOTORS. Ensure that the fl at edge on the shaft of the DC
motor aligns with the fl at edge of the hole in the wheel.
On the Bitbot circuit, stick the ball caster to the mounting
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Finish the TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT by adding a POWER-
SNAP to the middle bitSnap on the transmitter circuit.
Then, press onto a mounting board.
SPLIT
ROTOLAMP
WHEN THE LIGHTS GO AWAY, THE WALL CREATURES COME OUT TO PLAY! Create your own light
patterns that dance in the dark with this rotating light projector. How creative can you get? Can
you build a constellation that rotates as though it were above you in the sky? Personalize your
creation and control its speed and direction wirelessly.
a21 powerSnap
tape* scissors* paper for custom
templates‡ *from around the house
‡nice to have
wheels (×2) Glue Dots®
w19 split
i5 slide dimmer (×2)
o25 DC motor (×2)
battery & cable (×2)
o9 bargraph
p1 power (×2) w1 wire
You’re going to build two circuits that communicate with each other wirelessly. First
build the ROTOLAMP CIRCUIT.
Build the ROTOLAMP SLEEVE from templates E1and E2
and place it on top of the Rotolamp circuit. Make sure to
turn off your Rotolamp circuit while building the sleeve.
Tape all cables down so they don’t stick out over the edge
of the board. Stand the Rotolamp up with one wheel as
the base. Use the transmitter circuit to spin the projector!
Now, PRESS THE CIRCUIT ONTO THE MOUNTING BOARD. Make sure the mounted circuit
looks just like the image below so everything fi ts nicely for the fi nal build.
Start building the TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT.
1
3 4
6
2
5
8
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SPIN ROLLER
WITH A LITTLE CIRCUIT MANIPULATION, you can turn your
projector into a rolling vehicle. In general, the form of your
project will stay the same, but the function will be totally
diff erent!
TURN OFF THE PROJECTOR CIRCUIT AND ADD WHEELS
TO THE DC MOTORS. The wheels will help you spin your
projector and provide the structure for the projector to
stand on.
template E1 & E2
CUSTOMIZE: Create your
own pattern on a piece of
8-½" by 11" or A4 paper.
POWER
Stick the battery to the back of
the mounting board with Glue
Dots.
PLACE YOUR ROTOLAMP IN A DARK ROOM
near a wall. On both circuits, turn power on
and watch your invention illuminate the walls.7
LEVEL
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
POWER
SLIDE DIMMER
SLIDE DIMMER
TIME
30
MIN
scissors*
paper for custom
templates‡
‡nice to have
FULL INSTRUCTIONS ONLINE
AT LITTLEBITS.CC/GGKIT
PLACE GLUE DOTS
ON THE CENTER OF
THE WHEEL to hold it
to the cross-brace on
the sleeve.
PRO
TIP
Fold E1 into
cylinder.
After folding E1,
fold E2 and tape
it to E1.
On both circuits, turn power
on. On the TRANSMITTER-
CIRCUIT, slide the dimmers
to change the direction and
speed of the wheels on your
projector circuit.
TROUBLESHOOTING PG 20
TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
POWERSNAP
TAPE ALL
THE CABLES
DOWN so
they don’t
stick out over
the edge of
the board.
INVENTION 09
WIRE
DC MOTOR BARGRAPH
Make sure the wireless receiver is on the SAME
CHANNEL (a,b,c,d, or e) as your transmitter.
PAIRING TIP PG 20
Set the DC motors to
VAR (variable) mode.
LEARN MORE PG 21
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: Light can
set the mood, but it can also tell a
story. Decorate your Rotolamp to help
you recreate a scene from your favorite
book or movie.
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WIRELESS RECEIVER
DC MOTOR
The blue powerSnap will send
power to the middle bitSnap,
causing the bargraph to illuminate.
LEARN MORE PG 22
stand on.
Match the FLAT EDGE on the
motor shaft with the fl at edge
of the hole in the wheel.
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Build the RECEIVER CIRCUIT. Press it onto a mounting board.
SPY BOX
YOU’VE BEEN PROMOTED TO TOP-SECRET SPY! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to
organize a hand-off with a surprising and dramatic reveal. When your fellow spy picks up the trig-
ger, your secret spy box will open, allowing your partner to get at the stashed goods. This is made
possible with wireless Bits™and a servo that pushes a secret door open.
LEVEL
First build your WIRELESS TRANSMITTER CIRCUIT, which will work as your remote
controller, sending its signal to the receiver in the box.
1
mechanical arm
screws (×4) sticker sheet
batteries & cable (×2)
large cardboard
box (one of the sides
should be at least 6"
(16 cm) long) *
smaller cardboard
box *
tape * paper *
markers *
scissors *
i13 light sensorp1 power (×2) w1 wire
o11 servo & hub a7 adhesive shoes
(×2)
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MAGIC HAT
GATHER YOUR AUDIENCE! Tell them that
you have created a magic connection
between your magic hat and magician’s
wand. Slowly lift your hat and amaze your
audience as the wand slowly begins to
rise into the air. By swapping a few Bits
and adding some specialty props, you can
turn your spy box into a magic trick fi t for
the stage!
Turn on the transmitter circuit, close up the trigger box, and set it down with the
hole facing down. Turn on the secret compartment, stash your goods, and close
it. When you’re ready, ASK YOUR FELLOW SPY TO PICK UP THE TRIGGER BOX.
This will wirelessly activate the secret compartment, revealing the hidden goods!
Use Glue Dots and adhesive shoes to ATTACH THE SERVO TO THE TOP OF THE INSIDE OF
THE BOX so that the mechanical arm pushes against the top of the fl ap when triggered.
Stick the mounting board to the back of the box using more Glue Dots. (Note: Adhesive
shoes are one-time use only.)
7
5
6
CUSTOMIZE: Make your transmitter
and compartment LOOK LIKE EVERY-
DAY OBJECTS. This way, only you
and your confi dants will know how
to access the hidden goods.
TIME
60
MIN
w22 wireless
transmitter w21 wireless receiver
32 BUILD A TRIGGER BOX and place your transmitter circuit within it. Cut out a small hole,
and use Glue Dots to stick the light sensor and wireless transmitter to the side with the hole.
The light sensor should be facing out of the hole. Exposing the light sensor will activate the
wireless interaction.
SERVO
Turn both circuits on and set
your wireless Bits™to the same
channel [a,b,c,d, or e]. Cover
up the hole on the trigger box
to see the servo turn on the
receiver circuit.
TROUBLESHOOTING PG 20
TEST YOUR
CIRCUIT
*from around
the house
FULL INSTRUCTIONS ONLINE
AT LITTLEBITS.CC/GGKIT
Lift the special book and
the secret box will open!
We disguised our
transmitter to look
like a book.
a5 hook & loop
shoes (×3)
5
BUILD YOUR SPY BOX. You can use any kind of box that’s at least as long as the
mechanical arm.
4BUILD THE MECHANICAL ARM with the receiver and transmitter ON, and the hole of the
trigger box COVERED UP. This will set the servo in the correct position for opening the Spy
Box. DO NOT screw the servo onto the servo mount.
POWER
POWER
Set the mode switch to LIGHT
and turn the sensitivity dial ALL
THE WAY CLOCKWISE using
your purple screwdriver.
LEARN MORE PG 20
Cut the entire side of the
box so that it opens as a
single fl ap. It should swing
down so it lies fl at on the
ground when open.
WIRELESS RECEIVER
LIGHT SENSOR
INVENTION 10
4
BUILD THE MECHANICAL ARM
with the receiver and transmitter
Stick the mounting board to the back of the box using more Glue Dots. (Note: Adhesive
Stick the mounting board to the back of the box using more Glue Dots. (Note: Adhesive
shoes are one-time use only.)
shoes are one-time use only.)
WIRELESS TRANSMITTER
Make sure the wireless
receiver is on the SAME
CHANNEL (a,b,c,d, or e) as
your transmitter.
PAIRING TIP PG 20
Press on hook & loop
shoes to keep your
circuit together.
HOOK & LOOP SHOES
Set your servo to TURN mode
to control the direction and
speed of your arm.
light sensor
Tape two cardboard tabs to
the top edge of the fl ap. The
tabs will tuck into the box and
hold the fl ap in place.
COMMUNITY CHALLENGE: Your next mission is to
MAKE YOUR OWN SPY MOVIE. Devise a secret
mission and ask your parents to fi lm as you act it out.
Invite all your friends to the premier!
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SHOOTING
w22 WIRELESS TRANSMITTER & w21 WIRELESS RECEIVERp1 POWER
The power Bit lets you use a
9-volt battery to supply power
to all the Bits that are connect-
ed. It also sends a 5-volt signal
that controls what your other
Bits do. Connect the battery
and cable and fl ip the switch
to turn it on. To make a simple
circuit, connect the power Bit
to any green output Bit (like
the bargraph).
i13 LIGHT SENSOR
The light sensor measures
how much light is shining on
it. It has two modes: LIGHT
and DARK. In LIGHT mode,
the more light shines on the
sensor, the more signal it lets
through. In DARK mode, it’s
just the opposite – the signal
increases as the environment
gets darker. You can use the
purple screwdriver to adjust
the sensitivity of the sensor.
Snap before a bargraph to
see how it works! The light
sensor is an analog input. This
means the amount of signal
sent to the Bits that follow it
changes depending on how
much light it senses.
i5 SLIDE DIMMER
You control the slide dimmer
by moving its slider from one
end of the Bit to the other. By
doing this, you are changing
the signal that runs through
your circuit. It functions just like
a light dimmer you might fi nd
at home, or a volume fader
in a recording studio. Snap a
bargraph Bit after it for some
adjustable mood lighting.
The slide dimmer is an analog
input, which means that as you
adjust the position of the slider,
you are changing the signal
that runs through your circuit.
w1 WIRE
The wire does just what it
sounds like – it allows you to
put more space between your
Bits. Try it whenever you need
to break up your chain, like
when you need to put a light
at the top of a model building!
Control your Bits remotely with
the wireless transmitter and
receiver. To do this, you'll need
to make two separate circuits,
one to transmit the signal and
one to receive it. The three
bitSnaps (labeled 1, 2, and
3) on both the transmitter and
receiver correspond to each
other. For example, if you send
a signal through bitSnap 1
on the transmitter circuit, the
output connected to bitSnap
1 on the receiver circuit will
send out that same signal.
The wireless Bits are able to
communicate on fi ve diff erent
transmission channels, like a
walkie talkie. Both the wireless
transmitter and receiver need
to be set to the same channel
in order to talk to each other.
MY CIRCUIT ISN’T WORKING
1) Make sure your power Bit is on.
You should see a red LED illuminated
on the board.
2) Try swapping in a new 9-volt
battery. Low batteries can cause a
circuit to behave erratically.
3) Make sure the power cable is
securely fastened to both the battery
as well as to the power Bit.
4) Make sure your Bits are arranged
in the proper order. Remember that
you always need a power Bit + pow-
er supply at the beginning of each
circuit and an output Bit at the end. If
the last Bit in your chain is an input,
then it won’t do anything to aff ect
your circuit.
5) Check your connections. Make
sure that all the Bits are securely
snapped to each other. You can also
try gently wiping down the ends of
the bitSnaps with a soft cloth (like
your sleeve) – sometimes dust gets
in the way of a strong connection.
While the circuit is still on, try un-
snapping, cleaning the bitSnaps, and
snapping it all back together again.
THE SENSITIVITY OF MY
LIGHT SENSOR KEEPS
CHANGING.
Are you moving your circuit around
between diff erent rooms and spaces?
Light conditions can vary quite a bit
depending on many diff erent factors
like the type of light you’re working
under, or the time of day (sun coming
in from the windows comes in at
diff erent angles, depending on what
time it is). If your light sensor is in a
new environment (for example, if the
sun went down), it can change how
the circuit responds to the situation.
THE SENSOR IS NOT TURN-
ING ALL THE WAY ON/OFF
WHEN I COMPLETELY COVER
UP THE SENSOR WITH MY
FINGERTIP. THE SENSOR IS
NOT REACTING TO CHANGES
IN LIGHTNESS/DARKNESS.
1) Make sure you are covering the
sensor component on the board.
2) If the ambient light is bright
enough, the light may actually be
traveling through your fi ngertip and
hitting the light sensor - it’s quite
sensitive. You may need to move to
an area with a little less light or try to
shield your circuit from ambient light.
MY WIRELESS TRANSMITTER/
RECEIVER DOESN’T SEEM TO
BE DOING ANYTHING.
The transmitter and receiver only
work as a pair. You will need to make
two separate circuits, each with its
own power supply.
MY WIRELESS PAIR ARE NOT
COMMUNICATING/ACTING
ERRATICALLY.
1) Make sure both circuits are
switched on and that the batteries
have enough power. A low battery in
either the transmitter or receiver can
make your circuits behave erratically.
2) Then, make sure both the trans-
mitter and receiver are on the same
channel. Also make sure no one else
in the area is using the same channel
as you.
3) Make sure your bitSnaps cor-
relate. If you are using a slide dim-
mer on bitSnap 1 on the transmitter
to control a bargraph on the receiver,
the bargraph should be snapped to
bitSnap 1 on the receiver.
4) Make sure your two circuits are
in range of one another. Try moving
closer to see if that helps. Sometimes
obstacles (like walls and fl oors) can
get in the way.
MY SERVO IS MOVING
ERRATICALLY
1) Check your battery. Try swapping
in a new one.
2) Check to make sure the servo’s
wire is connected to the board.
3) The servo motor can only take so
much weight. If you have something
attached to it, you might need to
lighten the load.
4) If your servo is receiving a signal
from a light sensor, changing light
conditions may have an eff ect on
your servo. Try placing the circuit in
a more stable light environment, like
away from a window.
HOW CAN I CHANGE THE
POSITION OF MY MECHANI-
CAL ARM?
Did you know that you can remove
the servo hub from the servo motor?
To do this, hold the black part of the
servo motor and pull the hub away
from it. It should pop off . Then you
can rotate the position of the arm to
your liking and press the hub back
on. You may need to try this a few
times to get it just right.
I TURNED OFF MY TRANSMIT-
TER CIRCUIT IN BITBOT OR
ROTOLAMP, BUT THE WHEELS
ON MY RECEIVER CIRCUIT
ARE STILL RUNNING.
This happens because your DC
motors are set to VAR (variable)
mode. When the wireless transmitter
is off , the wireless receiver assumes
that it is receiving a 0V signal. As
seen above, in variable mode, a 0V
signal causes the motor to rotate CW
(clockwise) mode at full speed. If you
don’t want this to happen, just turn off
the receiver circuit before you turn off
the transmitter.
I’M HAVING TROUBLE
ATTACHING THE WHEEL/
MOTORMATE TO MY MOTOR.
Make sure that the fl at side of the
hole on the wheel/motorMate
matches up with the fl at side on the
motor shaft.
w19 SPLIT
The split Bit sends a single
signal to two other Bits. It’s
great for controlling two
outputs with one input, like
driving two motors with one
light sensor. You can also use
it like a wire Bit if you ignore
one of the connections. Both
WIRE OUT bitSnaps will out-
put the same amount of signal
voltage that they receive from
the WIRE IN bitSnap.
Use this switch to
turn it on and off .
You always need a 9-volt
battery and cable.
This switch
controls if the
Bit is in LIGHT
or DARK
mode.
This is the
actual light
sensor.
PRO TIP In DARK mode, turn
the sensitivity dial all the way
clockwise using your purple
screwdriver. This essentially
turns your sensor into a button.
PRO TIP When playing with
Bitbot or Rotolamp, we recom-
mend that you turn the trans-
mitter circuit on fi rst and set the
slide dimmers to the halfway
position (2.5V). Since the mo-
tors on the receiver circuit are
in VAR (variable) mode, they
will stand still when you turn
on the receiver circuit.
Use the screwdriver accessory
to control the sensitivity here.
The fi ve transmission channels
allow for up to fi ve transmitter/
receiver pairs to be used in the
same vicinity.
A single transmitter can send
its signal to multiple receivers
on the same transmission
channel. However, multiple
transmitters can’t send their
signal to the same receiver.
To change the channel,
press the button on
the board and choose
A,B,C,D OR E.
The Bits can communicate a signal
up to a distance of about 100 feet
indoors!
wire in
wire out
These Bits need each other in order to work.
o13 FAN
The fan is just what you’d
think: a small electric fan
tethered to a Bit. Use our
little fan to create fl uttering
movement in your creations or
just to keep yourself cool. Feet
attached to the fan allow you
to secure it onto a mounting
board or shoes.
SEE IN
BUBBLEBOT PG 10
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
HOUSEHOLD FAN
COMPUTER FAN
o6 BUZZER
The buzzer is like the sound
in an alarm clock: it makes
a noise that you just can’t
ignore. It buzzes whenever it
gets an ON signal. Try using
it to make your own doorbell
or alarm!
SEE IN
WIRELESS DOORBELL
PG 8
buzz!
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
CAR HORN
DOORBELL
SEE IN
BITBOT PG 14
SEE IN
MISCHIEF MACHINE
PG 9 REAL WORLD ANALOGY
POWER STRIP
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
WALKIE TALKIES
SEE IN
MEGABLASTER PG 6
PAIRING TIP
SETTING UP WIRELESS
SEE IN
WIRELESS DOORBELL
PG 8
SEE IN
MEGABLASTER PG 6
SEE IN
ALL THE PROJECTS!
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
EXTENSION CORD
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
STREET LIGHT SENSOR
NIGHT LIGHT SENSOR
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
AC ADAPTER
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
LIGHT SWITCH DIMMER
o11 SERVO & HUB
The servo is a controllable
motor that can swing back
and forth. It has two modes:
in TURN mode, the input from
other Bits determines the
position of the arm. Try using
a dimmer to set the angle you
want. In SWING mode, the
servo will move back and forth
on its own – the input controls
the speed. Attach a fl ag to
make a signaling machine!
SEE IN
BUMPERBALL PG12
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
SPEEDOMETER
o9 BARGRAPH
The bargraph has fi ve LEDs in
diff erent colors that light up
to show you how much signal
the Bit is receiving. Try it with
a slide dimmer to make your
own adjustable lamp.
SEE IN
BUBBLEBOT PG 10
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
MUSIC VISUALIZER
The bargraph is a great indi-
cator of how much signal is
passing through your circuit.
o25 DC MOTOR
The DC (or “direct current”)
motor rotates a shaft when
you send it a signal. The CW/
VAR/CCW (clockwise, variable,
and counter-clockwise) switch
controls the direction it rotates.
The tethered motor can be
oriented in any direction and
pressed onto littleBits mounting
boards and shoes. For a more
permanent mounting solution,
you can use screws to secure
the motor to a surface with the
mounting holes. The mounting
holes are also designed to fi t
with Actobotics™parts.
SEE IN
ROTOLAMP PG 16
REAL WORLD ANALOGY
REMOTE CONTROL CAR
FERRIS WHEEL
CW CCW
0V 5V
STOP
2.5V
When the DC motor is in VAR
(variable) mode, the amount
of signal voltage the motor
receives from an analog input,
like a slide dimmer, allows
you to control the speed and
direction (clockwise or count-
er-clockwise) of its motion.
5V0V
WHEELS
When used with a DC motor,
this 3-3/16" (80mm) diameter
wheel is perfect for making
bots, vehicles, and spinning
inventions alike.
a9 MOUNTING BOARD
To use the mounting board always fi rst snap together your
littleBits circuit, then press the feet of your Bits into the holes of
the mounting board. Press down on the bitSnaps – not the circuit
board – when attaching your Bits to the mounting board. There
are four holes in the corners so you can permanently mount your
circuit to any surface.
a10 MOTORMATE
The motorMate makes it easy to attach paper,
cardboard, LEGO® axles, and lots of other
materials to the DC motor. Simply slide the
motorMate onto the shaft on the motor. The
motorMate has two diff erent sized slots: one
fi ts most standard craft sticks and the other fi ts
thicker papers like cardstock.
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BALL CASTER
The ball caster works as a
wheel, and can be attached
to a surface using Glue Dots®
or small screws (not included).
The white ball can also be
removed from the socket to be
used as a ball.
BIT™INDEX THE LITTLEBITS INVENTION CYCLE
a21 POWERSNAP
Every littleBits circuit needs
power and every Bit receives
power through its input
bitSnap. For Bits with multi-
ple inputs, like the wireless
transmitter, using a split will
only send power to two of
the wireless transmitter’s
input bitSnaps. The third input
bitSnap is left hanging – this is
where the powerSnap comes
in. Adding a powerSnap to
that third input bitSnap is an
easy way to supply power to
the hanging input without the
need for extra forks, splits, or
power supplies. The power-
Snap basically takes the pow-
er from the power supply pin
of the circuit (often referred to
as VCC) and reroutes it to the
input bitSnap’s signal pin.
Note that powerSnaps are
not currently compatible with
2-input logic Bits.
To attach the servo mount,
gently press the servo motor
in from the side, then secure
the servo motor to the mount
with two #6 screws and a
Phillips-head screwdriver.
The servo mount
has two feet
that fi t into a
mounting board
or shoes.
WARNING
• This product contains small magnets.
Swallowed magnets can stick together
across intestines causing serious
infections and death. Seek immediate
medical attention if magnets are
swallowed or inhaled.
• Most modules are small parts. DO NOT
allow children under 3 years old to play
with or near this product.
• NEVER connect any modules or circuits
to any AC electrical outlet.
• Do not touch or hold any moving parts
of modules while they are operating.
• Keep conductive materials (such as
aluminum foil, staples, paper clips,
etc.) away from the circuit and the
connector terminals.
• Always turn off circuits when not in
use or when left unattended.
• Never use modules in or near any
liquid.
• Never use in any extreme environments
such as extreme hot or cold, high
humidity, dust or sand.
• Modules are subject to damage by static
electricity. Handle with care.
• Some modules may become warm to the
touch when used in certain circuit
designs. This is normal. Rearrange
modules or discontinue using if they
become excessively hot.
• Discontinue use of any modules that
malfunction, become damaged or broken.
VERY IMPORTANT NOTE
• Several projects in this kit involve
the use of sharp objects. These tools
should be used ONLY under direct adult
supervision.
INSTRUCTIONS
We recommend using littleBits brand
9-volt batteries, but standard alkaline
MECHANICAL ARM
The mechanical arm can
be used with both the servo
and DC motor to expand the
mechanical capabilities of
your projects.
The powerSnap only works in
conjunction with a power Bit
and power supply (e.g. a bat-
tery), and is not a replacement
for them. You should only use a
powerSnap with Bits that have
multiple input bitSnaps, like the
wireless transmitter.
This powerSnap re-routes the
power coming from the power
Bit, so the circuit only needs
one power Bit.
Connects to the
servo hub with the
screws provided.
Fits a standard marker.
Fits a standard
BIC™-sized pen.
EXAMPLE CIRCUIT
POWERSNAP USAGE
mechanical capabilities of
your projects.
If your pen is too loose
in the hole, wrap rubber
bands around the pen on
either side of the hole to
hold it snugly in place.
PRO
TIP
or standard rechargeable batteries
may also be used. Properly discard and
replace exhausted batteries.
• Do not connect the two battery
terminals to any conducting material.
CARE AND CLEANING
Clean modules ONLY by wiping with a dry
cloth. If necessary, isopropyl alcohol on
a cloth may be used sparingly, and then
wipe with a dry cloth.
DO NOT use any other cleaning products
on modules.
RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
FCC ID: SH6MDBT40
This device complies with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to
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.
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 to correct
the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving
antenna.
• Increase the separation between the
equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet
on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.
Changes and Modifications not expressly
approved by the manufacturer or
registrant of this equipment can void
your authority to operate this equipment
under Federal Communications Commissions
rules.
GOT A QUESTION?
Visit littleBits.cc/faq for
troubleshooting and additional support.
www.littleBits.cc
littleBits Electronics Inc.
601 W 26th Street, M274
NY, NY 10001
[phone]
Released under CERN Open Hardware
License, Version 1.2
Designed By: littleBits Electronics, Inc.
© 2015 littleBits Electronics, Inc. All
rights reserved.
Made in Dongguan City, China
littleBits, Bit, Bits, Circuits in
Seconds, and Make Something That Does
Something are trademarks of littleBits
Electronics, Inc.
All other marks are the property of their
respective owners.
SERVO MOUNT
With the servo mount, you
can secure the tethered
servo motor to a mounting
board or any surface using
littleBits shoes.
The servo’s range of
motion is about 140º.
These holes fi t on
the D-shaft of the
DC motor.
a8 BRICK ADAPTERS
The brick adapter enables you
to easily attach Bits to LEGO®
bricks. Each pack comes with
brick adapter studs and sock-
ets. With brick adapter studs,
your Bits will defy gravity!
Simply attach the adapter
underneath your bricks and
press the feet of your Bits into
place. With brick adapter
sockets, you can mount your
Bits on top of LEGO bricks.
Simply attach the adapter to
your bricks, and press the feet
of your Bits into place.
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8 BRICK ADAPTERS8 BRICK ADAPTERS
The adhesive shoes
are one-time use only.
a7 ADHESIVE SHOES
These shoes have a sticky back-
ing. Simply snap together your
littleBits circuit, press the feet of
your Bits into the holes of the
shoes, remove the red adhesive
backing, and place the circuit
on any surface – paper, card-
board, plastic – you name it!
a6 HOOK & LOOP SHOES
These shoes have a VELCRO®-
like backing. Simply snap
together your littleBits circuit,
press the feet of your Bits
into the holes of the shoes,
and then place the circuit on
the provided HOOK & LOOP
STRIP. Cut the strip to the
size you need before peeling
off the backing, and stick to
any surface.
SERVOHUB & ACCESSORIES
The servo hub lets you eas-
ily attach materials to your
servo motor and add more
complex movements to your
littleBits projects.
The servo hub has two dif-
ferent sized mounting holes.
When used with the included
#6 screws, the larger holes
are through holes and the
smaller holes are self-tapping.
The servo hub can be removed
by gently pulling it off the ser-
vo motor. This is helpful if you
need to reorient how the holes
are positioned for a project.
Your servo also comes with a
few extra black attachments
to help you in your inventions.
These parts are interchange-
able with the servo hub.
For a more permanent con-
nection, secure the hub/arm
attachments to the servo with
the tiny screw found in the
extra servo accessories.
CREATE
Put something together. It doesn’t matter if you
build it from instructions or make something from
your imagination. Your fi rst creation may not be
perfect, and it might even fail, but the truth is that
failure is actually pretty helpful. When something
doesn’t work, you get a chance to learn why,
and fi x it.
PLAY
Use it! Playing with what you created is a lot
of fun, but it’s also an important part of being
an inventor. Playing is a kind of test run, a
chance to see how well your creation works
and look for ways you can make it better.
REMIX
Start experimenting. Try adding new Bits,
swapping parts with other inventions, or taking
all the pieces apart and putting them together
in a diff erent way. Remixing is a great way to
improve what you’ve created or discover new
ways to use it.
SHARE
Inspire others by showing the world what
you’ve created. Get inspired by exploring
what other people have shared. Try creating,
playing with, and remixing their inventions to
see what new and wonderful things you can
create. This is how the community grows and
awesome new inventions enter the world.
EVERY MAKER LIKES TO HAVE
SOME GOOD MATERIALS AND
TOOLS ON HAND. Here are
some of our favorites. If you’re
going to be making a lot of
projects, you might want to col-
lect some of these things ahead
of time and keep them in a tool
box or bin. Less time searching
the house for tools means more
time inventing cool stuff !
CARDBOARD Even the fanciest
littleBits projects usually start
out as cardboard models.
Shipping boxes are a good
source of rigid corrugated
cardboard – cereal boxes are
the perfect source for thinner,
more fl exible stuff .
GLUE DOTS®Half-way between
glue and tape, these double-
sided sticky dots are easy to
apply, don’t need to dry, and
have serious sticking power.
EMPTY CONTAINERS
(PAPER CUPS, MILK JUGS,
WATER BOTTLES) We go
through our recycling bins all
the time looking for cool shapes
and materials to work with (pro
tip: wash before using!).
CONSTRUCTION TOYS These
are a great way to build quick
structures for littleBits projects
(check out the Bumperball
remix we did with LEGO®for
an example).
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SCISSORS
STRING
CONSTRUCTION PAPER
CAMERA
PHILIPS-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
TAPE
RULER
SKETCHBOOK
PENCILS, PENS & MARKERS
FAVORITE MATERIALS + USEFUL TOOLS
GET CONNECTED
YOU ARE NOW PART OF A GLOBAL COMMUNITY OF
INVENTORS. You bring ambitious ideas to life, and use
failure as an opportunity to make your inventions better.
Your inventions tell stories, about you and the world around
you. You are a lifelong learner. Most of all, you empower
like-minded inventors to keep creating inventions of every
size and shape. Discover your community online at
littleBits.cc/community, or right in the palm of your hand.
IN THE COMMUNITY YOU’LL FIND
• An engaged community of new friends.
• Hundreds of projects to browse and search – with more
added everyday!
• Global Chapters – join a chapter and attend workshops
in your city.
FIND YOUR COMMUNITY ONLINE.
At littleBits.cc/community, or right in the palm of your hand.
The littleBits App features hundreds of inventions you can
make with the Bits you own. Plus, you get to see what other
Bitsters just like you create, and share your own creations
and stories. Download the littleBits App to get inspiration
for new projects, step-by-step instructions for inventions,
community challenges and to discover a world of infi nite
inventing possibilities.
LITTLEBITS COMMUNITY ON THE GO
SHARE YOUR CREATIONS ONLINE
...AND MORE!
FIND NEW PROJECTS, GET INSPIRED
TAKE AND SHARE QUALITY PHOTOS OF YOUR PROJECTSINTEGRATED COMMUNITY & DESIGN CHALLENGES
MANAGE YOUR BIT INVENTORY AND BUILD YOUR LIBRARY
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROJECTS
QUICKLY VIEW PROJECTS YOU HAVE LIKED
REMIX SHAREPLAY
CREATE
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