Pleo 12006 User manual

CAUTION - ELECTRIC PRODUCT. Not recommended for children under 8
years of age. As with all electrical products precautions should be used
and observed during handling and use to prevent shock.
andling and use to prevent shock
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A COMPANION GUIDE
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NEVER IMMERSE THE AC ADAPTOR IN WATER
NEVER IMMERSE THE AC ADAPTOR IN WATER
OR OTHER LIQUIDS. DO NOT CONNECT THE AC
OR OTHER LIQUIDS. DO NOT CONNECT THE AC
ADAPTOR TO A POWER SYSTEM IF IT IS WET
ADAPTOR TO A POWER SYSTEM IF IT IS WET
OR DAMAGED. DISCONNECT THE AC ADAPTOR
OR DAMAGED. DISCONNECT THE AC ADAPTOR
FROM THE BATTERY CHARGER BASE AND FROM
FROM THE BATTERY CHARGER BASE AND FROM
THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING THE
THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CLEANING THE
CHARGER OR THE ADAPTOR.
CHARGER OR THE ADAPTOR.
Pleo contains a special replaceable battery pack.
Pleo contains a special replaceable battery pack.
Do not use any other battery pack not explicitly
Do not use any other battery pack not explicitly
designated for Pleo, as it may not operate correctly
designated for Pleo, as it may not operate correctly
and may cause damage.
and may cause damage.
Pleo’s battery pack is rechargeable using the AC
Pleo’s battery pack is rechargeable using the AC
adaptor and battery charger base included in the
adaptor and battery charger base included in the
package. Do not use any other adaptor or battery
package. Do not use any other adaptor or battery
We can’t wait for you to get started with Pleo! To ensure your and
Pleo’s safety, please review and abide by the precautions below and
the Warranty which is included in package, (the “Warranty”).
CAUTIONARY GUIDELINES:
CAUTIONARY GUIDELINES:
USE PLEO IN DRY, INDOOR LOCATIONS ONLY. TO
USE PLEO IN DRY, INDOOR LOCATIONS ONLY. TO
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, NEVER IMMERSE OR
PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, NEVER IMMERSE OR
STAND PLEO, THE BATTERY CHARGER BASE, OR
STAND PLEO, THE BATTERY CHARGER BASE, OR
THE AC ADAPTOR, IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
THE AC ADAPTOR, IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
NEVER PLAY WITH PLEO, THE BATTERY CHARGER,
NEVER PLAY WITH PLEO, THE BATTERY CHARGER,
OR AC ADAPTOR, WHILE IMMERSED OR STANDING
OR AC ADAPTOR, WHILE IMMERSED OR STANDING
IN WATER YOURSELF. DO NOT INCINERATE PLEO
IN WATER YOURSELF. DO NOT INCINERATE PLEO
OR THE BATTERY PACK AS BATTERIES MAY
OR THE BATTERY PACK AS BATTERIES MAY
EXPLODE. DO NOT DISPOSE OF PLEO’S BATTERY
EXPLODE. DO NOT DISPOSE OF PLEO’S BATTERY
PACK AS GENERAL WASTE. PLEO’S BATTERY
PACK AS GENERAL WASTE. PLEO’S BATTERY
PACK CONTAINS NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE AND
PACK CONTAINS NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE AND
MUST BE DISPOSED OF AS HAZARDOUS WASTE.
MUST BE DISPOSED OF AS HAZARDOUS WASTE.

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charger not explicitly designated for Pleo, as it may
charger not explicitly designated for Pleo, as it may
cause damage to the battery pack and to Pleo.
cause damage to the battery pack and to Pleo.
Periodically examine Pleo, the battery charger
Periodically examine Pleo, the battery charger
base, and the AC adaptor, for potential hazards
base, and the AC adaptor, for potential hazards
such as cracked, damaged, or broken parts. If
such as cracked, damaged, or broken parts. If
your Pleo, charger base or AC adaptor needs
your Pleo, charger base or AC adaptor needs
some care or repair, please do not use until
some care or repair, please do not use until
repaired. Refer to the Warranty included in this
repaired. Refer to the Warranty included in this
package for repair information.
package for repair information.
AC Adaptor power ratings: Input 120v AC 60Hz
AC Adaptor power ratings: Input 120v AC 60Hz
230mA / Output 12V DC 800mA
230mA / Output 12V DC 800mA
Before You Get Started
1. READ this Companion Guide.
2. CHARGE Pleo’s battery for at least 3 to 4 hours before first use.
3. REGISTER
• Online at www.pleoworld.com with the serial number
located on the bottom of Pleo’s front right foot or on your
Pleo Identity Card.
• By mail with the enclosed Registration Card. Fill out and
mail to UGOBE, Inc. P.O. Box 8397, Emeryville, CA 94662-8397.
4. CHECK for important software updates on www.pleoworld.com.
To download the latest software you will need a USB cable.
5. KEEP your original sales receipt for Warranty purposes.
6. CONTACT US
Pleo is a technically advanced product and your experience is
very important to us. If you have concerns about Pleo’s func-
tionality we would like to hear from you. Please contact UGOBE
Customer Service before you consider returning Pleo to the
place of purchase. You can reach us at www.pleoworld.com/
support or 877-UGOBE-LF (877-846-2353).

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Table of Contents
7. We lc ome
11. The 3 Laws of UGOBE Life Forms™
13. Getting Started with Pleo
14. What’s in the Box
14. Handling Pleo
16. Charging Pleo
21. Getting Acquainted
22. Life Stages
24. Waking Pleo
26. The Pleo Button
27. Interacting with Pleo
31. Understanding Pleo
32. Pleo’s Emotions
35. www.pleoworld.com
36. Registering Pleo
37. Joining PleoWorld
38. Software Updates
41. Appendix
42. Troubleshooting
44. FAQ’s
49. Registration Card

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Welcome

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Congratulations!
We are thrilled to introduce you to Pleo! You are now the proud
owner of UGOBE’s™ first Life Form.
All of us at UGOBE are passionate about creating robotic creatures
that inspire emotional and lasting connections with people.
This guide will help you get started… but it won’t tell you everything
about Pleo – it can’t!
You see, Pleo is more than a robotic dinosaur. He is an autonomous
creature with a complex software architecture that enables him to:
• Learn over time
• Express emotion
• Respond to you and his environment
Keep a Plog (a Pleo Blog). Track Pleo’s experiences and set of be-
haviors on www.pleoworld.com. Compare notes with others in the
Pleo community. And let us know what you discover!
The UGOBE Life Forms Team
Please note that the use of the pronoun “he” throughout this Guide
is for simplicity and not an indication of the gender of your Pleo.

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The 3 Laws of UGOBE Life Forms
UGOBE Life Forms must:
1. Feel and convey emotions
2. Be aware of themselves and their environments
3. Learn and evolve over time

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Getting Started With Pleo

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Some very important DO’s and DON’Ts:*
Please DO*
• Place a supporting hand under Pleo’s belly when picking him up.
• Treat Pleo as you would treat any living creature – with care
and respect.
• Turn Pleo off and stand him on all four legs when not in use.
Place Pleo back in his package for safe and secure transporta-
tion and storage. Use the Pleo button to return Pleo to storage
position (see page 26)
What’s In the Box
1. Pleo
2. QuickStart Guide
3. Companion Guide
4. Battery, Charger and AC Adaptor
5. Pleo Identity Card
6. Training Leaf
SD Card, SD Card Reader / Writer not included in package and sold
separately at your local electronics retailer. Some packages may
also contain a USB cable.
Handling Pleo
Like any newborn or pet, Pleo must be handled with the utmost
care. Remember that he is a highly sophisticated, state-of-the-art
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2. The typical charge cycle is 3 to 4 hours. The "PLEO" logo on the
charger will illuminate green when charging is complete.
In hot (+95°F) and cold temperatures (+32°F), battery may not charge.
Please DON’T*
• Abuse Pleo
• Get Pleo wet
• Throw, drop, or violently shake Pleo
• Sit on Pleo
• Place Pleo near heat or flames
(e.g. wall heaters, floor heaters, fires, stoves)
• Place Pleo in sand, soil, or mud
• Leave Pleo with other pets or animals capable
of biting or damaging him
• Risk overheating Pleo by covering him with a blanket during play
• Allow small children to play with Pleo unsupervised
Please note: Failure to abide by these guidelines may void Warranty.
Charging Pleo's Battery
As a new Pleo owner, please charge Pleo’s battery right away.
1. Plug AC adaptor jack into charger cradle and plug into the wall.
Securely place battery into charger cradle.
Indicator Light Status
Red Actively charging
Green Charging complete
No Light Check power to charger cradle
Flashing/Blinking • Battery not seated properly. Make sure it is securely
placed in charger.
• Battery temperature too hot and needs to cool down.
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3. Push release button on back of charger cradle to release battery
when fully charged.
4. Insert battery into opening in Pleo's belly. Lift up the semi-circular
key of battery cover. Twist counter-clockwise to lock in place.
Fold down semi-circular key.
5. Turn power switch to ON (“1”) position for play with Pleo.
ON OFF
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Warning: Do NOT use non-Pleo AC Adaptor or Battery Charger.
Those included in the box are specifically designed for Pleo ONLY.

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Getting Acquainted

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Life Stages
Pleo has three life stages, and his progress depends on your level of
interaction. Listen for his first sounds, look for his first steps, watch
how he adjusts to his world. As Pleo progresses through each
stage, he exhibits a broader range of movement and behaviors.
The Three Pleo Life Stages
Stage 1 – Birth
Duration
First 5-10 min., approx (depending on level of
active interaction)
What to Expect
Pleo opens his eyes to both you and the world for the first time. He
starts to adapt to his environment. He is very slow, and his sensors are
not very responsive yet. The more you pet and nurture Pleo in this stage
the more confident he becomes and the faster he will develop. Pleo is
finished “hatching” when he is fully awake and stands up on all four feet.
Stage 2 – Hatchling
Duration
30-45 min., approx (depending on
level of active interaction)
What to Expect
Pleo starts to exhibit basic behaviors and needs. He begs to be
fed, starts to walk, explores his environment, takes short naps like
a baby, and starts to exhibit a wider range of emotions.
Stage 3 – Juvenile
Duration
Indefinitely; the rest of his life
What to Expect
Pleo enters into his final stage of development. As he expands his
capacity to learn, he exhibits a full range of movement and behav-
iors. He begins asserting a personality. You can’t go wrong (aside
from physically mistreating Pleo), so take your time to observe,
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Waking Pleo
1. Now that Pleo is fully charged, it’s time to wake Pleo
for the very first time!
2. Make sure Pleo is turned ON (“1”).
3. Place a hand on Pleo’s back and gently shake him.
4. Please know that Pleo might not fully wake at first.
Invite Pleo to open his eyes and say hello to the world by petting,
touching, and talking to him. Pleo might not know exactly what
you’re saying but he can certainly feel your touch!
Pleo is awake when he starts to exhibit all the signs of a newborn
Life Form. You may see him:
• Open his eyes wide, blink a few times, and look around
his new environment.
• Stretch and let out a cry.
• Take his very first shaky and tentative baby step!
And now your journey really begins…
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The Pleo Button
Activation Function
Press once Mute
Press second time Soft Volume
Press third time Normal Volume
Hold 10 Sec and Turn Off Packaging / Storage Position
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Interacting with Pleo
Pleo is a complex Life Form capable of feeling and perceiving.
Explore how Pleo’s sensory abilities enable him to see and sense
both touch and motion.
Touch :
Pat, hold, and pet Pleo. Have fun exploring how Pleo reacts to
being touched on his head, chin, back, and legs.
Sight:
Pleo is able to detect objects in his path.
Sound:
In a very quiet environment, when he is very still, Pleo can hear
sounds from his left or right.
Feel:
Pleo can tell when he is on the ground, being held in the air,
or has been accidentally tipped over. See if he is ticklish.
Exploration:
Pleo is able to navigate around objects and other Life Forms
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Interaction:
See how your Pleo interacts with other Pleos.
Caring for Pleo:
Pleo can express dissatisfaction from time to time. Please treat Pleo
as you would any other living creature – with care. Be attentive with
how you raise your Pleo.
Like any pet or newborn Life Form, Pleo actively responds and
interacts with his environment.
Here are some suggestions on how to play with Pleo:
• Place the training leaf in Pleo’s mouth. If he’s not hungry, does
he play “tug-of-war”?
• Set a soda can in front of him. How does Pleo react?
• How does Pleo react when you pick him up and hold him?
• How does your Pleo respond to being petted, held and loved?
• What happens if you turn Pleo upside down? Can he tell which
way is up?
• Can you teach Pleo to do a trick?
Remember: Have fun! Pleo is a Life Form. See what he is capable
of doing. Observe how he responds to you and his environment.
Get to know your Pleo and log on to www.pleoworld.com.
What can your Pleo do?

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Understanding Your Pleo
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He may feel:
• Very happy
• A little sad
• Somewhat curious
• Extremely scared
• Or something else altogether.
Play with Pleo and get to know him. Keep track of moods.
Figure out for yourself what makes your Pleo tick!
Pleo’s Emotions
What determines how Pleo feels?
UGOBE’s™ Life OS is a complex software system that combines
core behavioral instincts (e.g. the need to eat, sleep, explore,
interact) with the ability to respond to and interpret external
stimuli (e.g. sound, light, touch, objects).
For example, if Pleo:
• Has not been interacting with anyone or receiving any external
stimuli, he may get bored and take a nap.
• Is feeling adventurous, he may choose to venture off on his own.
• Is feeling hungry, he may learn to satisfy his hunger by
wandering off and grazing on his own.
• Has recently eaten, he may want to play tug of war
Pleo’s response to his environment depends on how he feels at
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IMPORTANT: Check for any critical or important software up-
dates for your Pleo. Once you’ve registered you will automatically
receive e-mail notification of software updates.
Registering Pleo
Registration is quick and easy!
• Visit www.pleoworld.com**
• Locate your 12-digit serial number under your Pleo’s front
right foot or on your Pleo Identity Card.
• Record your user name and password for safe-keeping.
Welcome! You have now joined the PleoWorld community!
** OR mail in the Registration Card at the end of the Companion
Guide. Make sure to provide phone number, address, and email
so that we can contact you with critical updates.
Joining PleoWorld
What is PleoWorld? It is a whole community of Pleo owners
and robotics enthusiasts who share your passion for Pleo on
www.pleoworld.com.
What can you do on PleoWorld?
Personalize:
• Access new downloads for Pleo sounds and behaviors
Connect:
Join an Online and Offline Community
• Participate in discussion boards
• Share with other Pleo owners
• Find like-minded Pleo pals
• Search for other Pleo owners
in your neighborhood
Share:
• Create a Custom Pleo Profile
• Write a “Plog” or Pleo Blog
• Share Pleo stories — upload videos and photos