WowWee Chimpanzee User manual

CAUTION - ELECTRIC TOY:
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN
UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE. AS WITH ALL
ELECTRIC PRODUCTS. PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD BE OBSERVED DURING
HANDLING AND USE TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK. INPUT: AC100-240V,
50/ 60 HZ OUTPUT: DC6V 3.5A
USER’S MANUAL
Ages 8+
Item No. 9001
27MHz

The Chimpanzee, our closest animal relative, is brought to life in this state-of-the-art
animatronic head. He is highly communicative, fully interactive and has four distinct
moods. Heʼs so real, itʼs unreal!
Be sure to read this manual carefully for a complete understanding of the many
features of this Chimpanzee.
This package contains: 1 x Chimpanzee
1 x Controller (with detachable antenna)
(optional) 1 x a.c/ d.c Adaptor
Introduction
Controller
Chimpanzee
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Battery Information ........................................ p.4-5
Controller Overview ....................................... p.6-7
Chimpanzee Overview ................................... p.8
Alive Mode ...................................................... p.9
Moods ............................................................. p.9
Touch Sensors ............................................... p.10
Infrared Vision Systems ................................ p.11
Stereo Hearing ............................................... p.12
Direct Control ................................................. p.13
Joysticks and Toggles Left....................... p.14
Right..................... p.15
Program Mode ................................................ p.16
Guard Mode .................................................... p.17
Demo Mode ..................................................... p.17
Sleep Mode ..................................................... p.17
Table of Contents
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Battery Requirements
Chimpanzee Body
Your Chimpanzee is powered by
4 x 1.5V “D” size batteries (not included).
Recommended to use alkaline batteries.
Alternatively, the Chimpanzee can
be powered by an Output 6V d.c, 3.5
amperes, center positive adaptor
(if included).
Controller
Your Chimpanzeeʼs Controller is powered by
1 x 9V battery (not included).
FCC Note:
The unique antenna provided has been authorised
for use with this equipment. Installation of any other
antenna is not authorised under FCC regulations.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or
TV interference caused by unauthorised modification
of the product.
Body Batteries
The Chimpanzee does not issue a warning about weak batteries. You may notice that his
movements become slower when his batteries need changing.
Controller Battery
If the Chimpanzee is not responding well to controller commands, you may need to
replace the controller battery.
1.5V
"D"
LR20
UM1
1.5V
"D"
LR20
UM1
1.5V
"D"
LR20
UM1
1.5V
"D"
LR20
UM1
Battery Information
Bottom View of
the Chimpanzee
Back view of the
Remote Controller
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Battery Installation: Chimpanzee and Remote Controller
1. Before installing or changing batteries, ensure the equipments ON / OFF buttons are in the
OFF position.
2. Remove the battery compartment covers using a Phillips or crosshead screwdriver (not included).
3. Insert the batteries (not included) into the Chimpanzee and the Controller as shown
in the diagrams.
4. Replace the battery compartment covers and screws.
Attention: important battery information
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (Standard (Carbon zinc),
alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
• Remove rechargeable batteries from the toy before recharging them.
• Rechargeable batteries are only to be charged under adult supervision.
• Please respect the correct polarity, (+) and (-).
• Do not try to charge non-rechargeable batteries.
• Do not throw batteries into the fire.
• Replace all batteries of the same type/brand at the same time.
• The supply terminals are not to be short circuited.
• Remove exhausted batteries from the toy.
• Batteries should be replaced by adults.
• Remove batteries if the toy is not going to be played with for some time.
• Retain packaging as it contains important information.
a.c/ d.c ADAPTOR (If included)
The Chimpanzee can be powered by an Output 6V d.c, 3.5
Amperes, center positive adaptor. Use the adaptor included
in this pack, otherwise purchase one of the required power
voltage. (The toy must only be used with the recommended
transformer). To operate the Chimpanzee with an adaptor,
simply turn the ON/ OFF switch OFF, insert the jack into the
d.c socket in the back of the Chimpanzeeʼs head and plug
the adaptor into the mains socket. Now turn the
Chimpanzeeʼs ON/ OFF switch to the ON position.
Toys liable to be cleaned with liquid are to be
disconnected from the transformer.
Important Safety Notice:
• Examine the a.c/ d.c adaptor regularly for damage to the cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, and that, in the
event of such damage, the toy must not be used with the adaptor until the damage has been repaired.
• The a.c/ d.c adaptor is not a toy.
• The Chimpanzee may generate some abnormal motion or sound if you directly change the power source (from
batteries to adaptor and vice versa) without turning the ON/ OFF switch to OFF first. After changing the power
source, please turn the ON/ OFF switch to the ON position.
• The toy is not intended for children under 3 years old.
Battery Information
Back view of
the Chimpanzee
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Attach the adaptor to the rear of
the Chimpanzee as shown in the
diagram.
DC IN 6.0V
CENTER POSITIVE
d.c IN 6.0V
Adaptor
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d.c IN 6.0V
CENTER POSITIVE
POWER SWITCH
ON OFF

Controller Overview
a
c
b
x
y
z
Toggle 4
Toggle 3
Toggle 1 Toggle 2
Alive
Program
Chimpanzee Controller Overview
To turn on the controller use the ON / OFF switch. For more detailed instructions refer to Direct
Control on p.13.
Program Button
This button allows the Chimpanzee to be programmed (See Program Mode p.16).
Alive Button
Put the Chimpanzee into Alive Mode (see p.9).
Demo Button
Push this button and the Chimpanzee will perform a random sequence of animations.
Front view of the
Remote Controller
Left Side view Right Side view
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Left Joystick Right Joystick
ON OFF
Antenna
Guard Mode
Alive Mode
Program Mode
Demo
Right Toggle
Switch
Sound
Buttons
Left Toggle
Switch
Animation
Buttons
On/Off switch

Battery
Compartment
Attaching the Antenna
The antenna is stored in the back of the Chimpanzee Controller to prevent damage.
To attach the antenna, simply remove from its storage slot, insert into the hole situated on the
top of the Controller (between the two toggle switches), and screw into place; as illustrated
above.
When not in use, unscrew the antenna and place back in the antenna storage slot.
Toggle Switches
These switches change the function of the joysticks, animations and sound buttons.
Animation and Sound Buttons
Use these buttons to make the Chimpanzee perform animations and sounds on demand.
Joysticks
Control the Chimpanzeeʼs movements directly with the joysticks.
Control Distance
The Controller has a control distance up to 20 feet.
Controller Overview
Right Toggle
Switch
Left Toggle
Switch
Antenna
Antenna
Storage
Screw in antenna.
Back view of the
Remote Controller
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Turning ON the Chimpanzee
To turn ON the Chimpanzee, slide the switch located at the back of his neck to the ON position.
He will perform an animation, starting in Curious Mood. He is in Alive Mode and will react to
sensor input.
To deactivate the Chimpanzee, simply turn him OFF using the same switch. He will lose his
current mood settings and the user program memory.
Full Reset
If you wish to reset the Chimpanzee to his default settings, turn him OFF and then ON again
(see ON / OFF switch position on p.5).
Warning
Do not rub the face. Otherwise, the color on the skin would be removed.
Do not hold the Chimpanzee by the hair only. The hair is not designed to support the overall
weight of Chimpanzee.
Top of Head
Touch Sensor
ʻChinʼ Touch Sensor
Sonic
Sensors
+
Touch
Sensors
( Both Ears )
IR Vision
Sensors
Back of Head
Touch Sensor
Chimpanzee Overview
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In Alive Mode, the Chimpanzee will react to user interaction through his sensors with
different animations depending on his mood.
When he is first turned on, he is in his default mood - Curious. When returning to
Alive Mode from Direct Control Mode, the Chimpanzee will start in the mood he was
last performing (see Moods below).
NOTE: The Chimpanzeeʼs sensors only work in Alive Mode and Guard Mode.
• While in Alive Mode the Chimpanzee will perform little blinks and eye
movements even when not played with.
• He will leave Alive Mode if any of the buttons (except Alive Mode) or joysticks on
the controller are touched.
• He will re-enter Alive Mode if he is given no controller commands for approximately
four minutes or if the Alive button on the controller is pressed and held for
around 2.5 seconds.
The Chimpanzee has four moods which determine his reactions to user interaction.
Whenever you interact with the Chimpanzee in Alive Mode through his sensors, you
will influence his moods.
The Chimpanzeeʼs four moods are:
Curious (default mood)
Happy
Fearful
Angry
The Chimpanzeeʼs emotions change as a direct result of how he is treated. In most
cases a tap on the back of his head or a flick to the ears will make him angry, flinches
and sounds will make him more fearful and a stroke, pat, or tickle will make him
happy. Leave him alone for a while and he will eventually return to Curious mood
(this is his default mode).
Alive Mode
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Moods

There are 5 touch sensors on the Chimpanzee, one in each ear, one under his chin, one on the
back and one on the top of his head (see Chimpanzee Overview on p.8).
Ears
The Chimpanzee has a touch sensor located in each ear. These sensors react to a light fl ick.
Chin
You can gently tickle or tap the area under the Chimpanzeeʼs chin and he will react in a friendly
way, but this can vary depending on his current mood state.
Head
There are two sensors located on the chimpanzeeʼs head; one is on the top and one is on the
back of his head. There are four different ways of eliciting a reaction from the Chimpanzee with
these sensors:
1. Tap (single touch) the top of the Chimpanzeeʼs head.
2. Pat (repeated rapid taps) the top of his head.
3. Tap (single touch) the back of the Chimpanzeeʼs head.
4. Stroke (top to back - rapidly) his head from top to back.
Touch Sensors
Ear Sensor
Ear Sensor
Top of Head
Sensor
Back of Head
Sensor
Chin Sensor
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Infrared Vision System
The Chimpanzeeʼs Infrared Vision System enables him to detect movement in front of him. His
vision is ON only when he is not moving or making a sound.
Tracking
The Vision System reacts best to movement in the area just in front of his nose (see illustration
below). The Chimpanzee will track objects in front of his face - Up, Down, Left, and Right.
When tracking an object the Chimpanzee will keep his vision locked on it until he loses sight of
it. This will not affect his mood.
Flinch
Put something quickly in front of the Chimpanzeeʼs face and he will react with a surprised
response. This will affect his mood.
See Guard Mode (p.17) for further uses of the Chimpanzeeʼs Vision System.
NOTE: The Chimpanzeeʼs Infrared Vision works best at around 4-8 inches from his face.
Infrared functions can be affected by bright sunlight, fl uorescent and electronically
dimmed lighting.
The Chimpanzeeʼs vision is only ON in Alive Mode or Guard Mode.
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around 4 - 8 inches

The Chimpanzee has a Stereo Sound Detection System which can detect sharp,
loud sounds (like a clap) to his left, his right and directly ahead. He will only listen
when he is not moving or making sound.
When he hears a sound, the Chimpanzee will respond with an animation.
Responding to sounds will also influence his mood.
NOTE: The Chimpanzeeʼs Stereo Hearing is only ON in Alive Mode or Guard
Mode.
Stereo Hearing
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Direct Control of the Chimpanzee is activated by pressing any of the buttons on the controller
(except the Alive button), or by moving the joysticks, automatically taking him out of Alive Mode.
Once in Direct Control Mode, the Chimpanzee is animated by using the following controller
features:
Animation Buttons
Sound Buttons
Joysticks
All commands given using the joysticks or buttons have different operations, depending on the
position of the Toggle Switches.
Animation and Sound Buttons
Animation Buttons
Pressing one of these buttons will make the Chimpanzee perform an
animation determined by the mood selected (see Toggle Chart below).
Sound Buttons
By pressing one of these buttons, the Chimpanzee will “speak” in a way
determined by the mood selected (see Toggle Chart below).
His mouth will animate while he makes sounds.
There is a toggle switch on each
shoulder of the controller.
The Toggle Chart (right) illustrates the
position of each toggle for the Chimpanzeeʼs
4 moods.
a
b
c
x
y
z
Direct Control
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+ = Curious
+ = Happy
+ = Fearful
+ = Angry
Right
Toggle
Position
Mood Selected
2
13
4
1
2
3
4
Left
Toggle
Position

NOTE: When in Direct Control Mode the Chimpanzeeʼs Touch Sensors are
turned OFF.
Left Joystick and Left Toggle
Controller
eyelids
up
eyelids
down
eyebrows
down
eyebrows
up
up / up up / down
down / down
up / down
jaw
shut
jaw
open
upper lip
move
upper lip
move
move / shut shut / move
move / open open / move
Toggle position 4Toggle position 3
LEFT
TOGGLE
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Right Joystick and Right Toggle
eyes
up
eyes
down
eyes
left
eyes
right
right /
up
up /
left
down /
left
right /
down
head
back
head
forward
head
left
head
right
right /
back
back /
left
right /
forward forward/
left
Toggle position 1 Toggle position 2
RIGHT
TOGGLE
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Controller
NOTE: Control the Chimpanzee as if he is your refl ection in a mirror. ʻHead
Rightʼ will turn his head to HIS right.

You can program a sequence of movements and sounds in Program Mode.
Entering Program Mode
To enter the Program Mode the user must hold the Program button for around 2.5
seconds, the Chimpanzee will “speak” to acknowledge Program Mode entry.
Using the joystick, the user can send commands to the Chimpanzee to perform a
movement. The move is stored only after the joystick is released, or moved in
another direction.
The amount of time that the joystick is held in a specific direction determines how far
the Chimpanzee moves. When a joystick is moved in another direction, this is a new
step in the program.
STORING A PROGRAM
You can program a maximum of 20 steps. By pressing a Sound button, it will be
added into the sequence as a step.
End Program Mode by pressing the Program button again or programming all 20
steps.
A stored program can be played back at any time and in any mood, by pressing the
Program button once. If there is nothing programmed, the Chimpanzee will remain
stationary. If the user enters Program Mode when a program is already stored, that
program will be overwritten.
Resetting Program Mode
To reset his Program Mode manually, enter Program Mode by holding the Program
button for around 2.5 seconds. Holding the Program Mode button again for around
2.5 seconds will perform a reset. Press the button again to exit Program Mode.
Program Mode
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Pressing the Program button and the Alive button at the same time will put the
Chimpanzee into Guard Mode. He will confirm this with a Sound and /or Motion.
In Guard Mode, the Chimpanzee will use his Vision Sensors and Stereo Sound
Sensors to guard the area immediately around him. Occasionally the Chimpanzee
will turn his head and look around.
Upon seeing or hearing something, Chimpanzee will perform a programmed routine
- if there is no program in his memory then he will perform a random animation. He
tracks movement but a flinch sets off the Guard Mode response.
After around 20 minutes he exits Guard Mode and the Chimpanzee goes into Sleep
Mode, performing an animation before doing so.
To exit Guard Mode at any time, press and hold the Alive button for around 2.5
seconds.
Pressing the Demo button makes the Chimpanzee perform a random sequence of
2 or 3 animations. After a Demo sequence, the Chimpanzee returns to whichever
mode he was in previously.
When the Chimpanzee is in Direct Control Mode and has had no input for
approximately 4 minutes he will go into Alive Mode.
When the Chimpanzee is in Alive Mode and has had no interaction for around 10
minutes he will Power Down.
To wake the Chimpanzee up, activate any of the Touch Sensors on his head (see
p.10 for sensor positions).
Demo Mode
Guard Mode
Sleep Mode
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SAFETY TIPS:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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 there will be no 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
used.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING: Changes or modifi cations to this unit not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the userʼs authority to operate the
equipment.
Please keep these instructions as they contain important information.
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