Common Operations

Mastering the following operations will help you operate the AlphaBot 2 robot more efficiently.

Power On

1. At the chassis, press and hold the Power button for 1.5 seconds to power on the robot. All buttons lighting up indicates successful power-on.

   

2. After waiting for 1 minute, the button light at the end of the robotic arm illuminates blue/green, indicating that the robotic arm has been successfully powered on. The robot is then ready for use.

   

Power Off

At the chassis, press and hold the Power button for 1.5 seconds to power off the robot. The button light turning completely off indicates that power-off is successful.

Emergency Stop

Caution

• Do not block, damage, or remove the emergency stop button.
• Check the emergency stop button before powering on each day: no abnormal appearance, and the button press and reset functions are normal.

If the robot is or may be in a dangerous or abnormal state, immediately press the emergency stop button on the back panel. The robot will stop immediately and enter a safe stopped state.

1. Firmly press the red button on the back panel. An audible “click” indicates that the emergency stop has been triggered.

   

2. Confirm that the robot is completely stationary, with no motion of the body or end effectors.

3. Check the chassis indicator light. A flashing red light indicates that the emergency stop is active.

   Note

   • When the emergency stop is active, the robot disables motor drive signals and enters a safe stopped state. In this state, the robot cannot execute any motion commands but remains powered to maintain communication and status monitoring.
   • After the emergency stop is activated, identify and resolve the anomaly or hazard (including clearing personnel or foreign objects from the motion workspace). If necessary, disconnect power from the related faulty equipment.

4. To resume robot operation, rotate the red button clockwise until it pops out (an audible release sound will be heard).

Charging

When the battery power of AlphaBot 2 is low, it will prompt by voice that charging is needed. AlphaBot 2 provides the following two charging methods; please select the appropriate one according to the specific scenario.

1. Charging with Power Adapter: After the robot is powered off or switched to manual mode, use the power adapter to directly charge the robot manually.

   

2. Charging with Charging Box: The robot moves to the charging box by itself for automatic charging.

   

Before starting the following operations, please read the following safety precautions.

Caution

• To achieve optimal performance and avoid compatibility issues, use the power adapter, charging box, and power cables supplied with the product.
• Do not mix power adapters or charging boxes from different products, as this may cause charging anomalies or damage to the equipment.
• Use only the power adapter and charging box provided by our company. Our company assumes no responsibility for any losses resulting from the use of inferior third-party chargers.
• When connecting the power adapter or charging box, ensure that all ports (including the power cable, transformer, and socket) are fully inserted and securely connected to prevent charging issues caused by loose connections.
• Avoid placing the power adapter and power cable on the floor whenever possible to prevent damage to the cable (e.g., from office chair casters), which could lead to poor contact or electrical leakage.
• Keep the power cable as straight as possible. Do not wrap it around the power adapter or other objects.
• Do not move the robot during charging, as this may damage the charging interface or cause a safety incident.
• After charging is complete, disconnect the power adapter or charging box promptly to prevent overcharging, which may affect battery lifespan.
• If there is any abnormality in the power adapter, charging box or robot, stop using it immediately and cut off the power supply.

Converting Power Adapter to Charging Box

1. Disconnect the section of the power cable without the transformer from the power adapter, and plug it into the external port on the charging box.

   

2. Open the cover on the top of the charging box.

   

3. Plug the short cable inside the charging box into the transformer, and plug the power cable from the other end of the transformer into the square slot inside the charging box. After completion, close the cover on the top of the charging box.

   

4. When charging, plug the external power cable into the wall outlet. Toggle the circuit breaker on the charging box to the ON position. Verify the status indicator light. If the indicator light shows green, the charging box can be used normally.

   

Converting Charging Box to Power Adapter

Note

Before starting, ensure that the external power cable of the charging box is NOT plugged into the wall outlet to avoid electric shock.

1. Open the cover on the top of the charging box, unplug the short cable from the transformer, and unplug the power cord at the other end of the transformer from the square slot inside the charging box.

   

2. Take out the power adapter and close the cover on the top of the charging box.

   

3. Unplug the external power cable from the charging box and plug it into the transformer.

   

4. Refer to the Charging with Power Adapter section for charging.

Charging with the Power Adapter

1. Switch the robot to Manual mode (or press and hold the Power button for 1.5 seconds to power it off). Then, push the robot to a location near a power socket.

   

2. Connect the power adapter: one end to the power socket, and the other end to the charging interface on the robot chassis. Ensure both ends are firmly connected.

   

3. After successful connection, the LED2 indicator of the power adapter turns red, indicating that charging is in progress.

   

Remote Connection to Main Control Board

In certain scenarios (e.g., debugging), a computer needs to remotely connect to the main control board via the ssh command. The main control board information is provided in the table below.

Item	Description
Main Control Module	NVIDIA AGX Orin 64G
Username	robot
IP Address	192.168.90.1
Wi-Fi SSID (Name)	Format: Alphabot2-xxx-xxxx. Refer to the delivery checklist for the specific value.
Wi-Fi Default Password	88888888

The following procedure uses the Windows operating system as an example to detail how to connect a computer to the main control board.

1. Click on the wireless network icon. Locate the Wi-Fi network name in the format Alphabot2-xxx-xxxx, then click Connect. This example uses Alphabot2-088-5d50.

   

2. In the search box, search for Network Connections and click View network connections.

   

3. Double-click Alphabot2-xxx-xxxx, then click Details. Locate the IPv4 default gateway address. This address is the IP address used to remotely log into the main control board.

   

4. Press the Win+X shortcut keys to open the menu, then click Terminal.

   

5. In the terminal, enter the ping 192.168.90.1 command. A display as shown in the figure below indicates that login operations can proceed.

   

6. In the terminal, enter the ssh robot@192.168.90.1 command. Then enter yes and the login password (the default password is 88888888). A display as shown in the figure below indicates a successful connection to the main control board.

   

If you need to configure Wi-Fi connection, please continue with the following operations.

1. In the same terminal from the previous step, continue by entering the sudo nmcli device wifi list command to view available Wi-Fi networks. Record the SSID (name) of the Wi-Fi network to connect to.

   

2. In the same terminal, continue by entering the sudo nmcli device wifi connect <SSID> password <password> command to connect to the new Wi-Fi network. Replace <SSID> and <password> with the SSID and password of the target Wi-Fi network, respectively.

   

3. Enter the ifconfig command to view the IP address assigned by the wireless network to the main control board (i.e., the wlan0/wlp2s0 IP address) to check and confirm whether it has been successfully connected to the specified Wi-Fi network. So far, the Wi-Fi configuration is completed.

   

4. After completing the Wi-Fi configuration, connect the computer to the above Wi-Fi, then enter the command ssh robot@x.x.x.x in the terminal, where x.x.x.x is the IP address obtained in the previous step, then enter yes and the login password to log in successfully. There is no need to reconfigure Wi-Fi every time you connect to the main control board.

   

Operating Chassis Upper Computer Software

AlphaBot 2 provides two types of chassis upper computer software. The following table contains information about the two software applications; please select the appropriate one according to the actual usage scenario.

Software Name	Applicable Platform	Description
AI2ROBOTICS Design	Windows Computer	It has three major functions: map editing, task editing and monitoring information, which is convenient for operators to flexibly monitor and manage robots in multi-machine working scenarios.
AI2ROBOTICS Mobile	Android Tablet	It integrates functions such as real-time monitoring and control, task planning, device configuration, and map construction, making it convenient for operators to better monitor and manage robots in mobile scenarios.

Note

Please contact us to obtain the software installation package.

AI2ROBOTICS Design

Follow the steps below to quickly master the use of the AI2ROBOTICS Design software.

1. Open the AI2ROBOTICS Design software to enter the home screen. Click the Settings icon in the lower-left corner, then select Connect.

   

2. In the pop-up window, enter the IP address and port number of the chassis, then click Connect. After a successful connection, the bottom status bar will indicate “Connected” and display the connected IP address.

   

3. After a successful connection, click Monitoring in the left navigation bar to view the current status information of the chassis.

4. Click Deployment in the left navigation bar to enter the deployment interface.

   

   Option	Description
   Map Editing	Click to enter the map editing page to edit the physical walls, passage areas, navigation restricted areas, and traffic control restricted areas of the map.
   Field Editing	Edit some common domains to restrict some behaviors and rules of the robot in this area.
   Soft Guide Editing	Restrict the behaviors and rules of the robot’s walking path.
   Waypoint Editing	Edit some navigation target points and task target points, including transportation, lifting and handling, charging piles, parking points, etc.
   Task Editing	Edit some task sets according to the deployed points and action groups, such as cycle tasks, timeout waiting tasks, temporary tasks, etc.
   Scene Library	Load map scenes for task editing and deployment.

5. Click Statistics in the left navigation bar to view statistical information.

AI2ROBOTICS Mobile

Follow the steps below to quickly master the use of the AI2ROBOTICS Mobile software.

1. Navigate to the Wi-Fi connection interface of the tablet system. Connect to the robot hotspot AI2Rocks-xxxx (where xxxx is the serial number). Enter the default password 88888888. If already connected to the robot hotspot, this step may be skipped.

2. Open the AI2ROBOTICS Mobile software to enter the home page. Click Ununited. Enter the chassis fixed IP address 169.254.128.2 and click Connect.

   Tip

   If the connection is successful, the upper status bar will display the map currently used by the robot system, as well as the status, current and other information of the robot chassis.

   

3. After successful connection, on the home page, you can select options such as Monitor, Map, Task, Settings, and Device to operate.

   

   Option	Description
   Monitor	View the navigation map information currently used by the connected robot.
   Map	View all navigation map information of the currently connected robot.
   Task	Edit some task sets according to the deployed points and action groups, such as cycle tasks, timeout waiting tasks, temporary tasks, etc.
   Settings	Modify information and remotely control the robot’s movement.
   Device	View robot status, current and other information.

Using the Robotic Arm Teach Pendant

AlphaBot 2 provides a web-based robotic arm teach pendant software. You can enter the URL in a browser to access the teaching interface, operate the robotic arm and controller, and view related information.

Note

Before using the robotic arm web teach pendant software, ensure that you are connected to the robot’s main control board.

Follow the steps below to quickly master the use of the robotic arm web teach pendant software.

1. Open a browser, enter 192.168.1.18 (left arm) or 192.168.1.19 (right arm), and press Enter to access the login page.

   

2. On the login page, enter the username user and password 123, then click Login.

   

3. Click Robotic Arm Teach Pendant in the left navigation bar to enter the teaching interface, where you can perform teaching operations.

   

   No.	Option	Description
   1	Menu Bar Options	Used to switch functions such as Robotic Arm Teach Pendant, Programming, Data Management, Configuration, System Information, and Extension.
   2	Work Mode	The yellow icon represents the selection of real mode, where the program runs on the actual robot. The gray icon represents the selection of simulation mode, where the actual robot does not move, and only the 3D simulation model is operated.
   3	Work Frame	Allows selection of the work frame to control the robotic arm motion state.
   4	Tool Frame	By default, the displayed pose target is the flange center. You can set your own tool frame.
   5	Robotic Arm State	When an error occurs in the robotic arm, it will be indicated here. Clicking the icon will open the error message list.
   6	Network Connection State	When the connection to the robotic arm is normal, it turns green; when communication is disconnected, it turns red.
   7	Speed	You can either display in real-time or adjust the robotic arm movement speed as a percentage of its maximum speed using the slider.
   8	Zero Pose	Long press the Zero Pose button to move the robotic arm back to its zero position. Releasing the button stops the motion.
   9	Initial Pose	Long press the Initial Pose button to return the robotic arm to its initial position.
   10	Stop	Pressing the Stop button stops the robot at maximum speed. Pressing it again cancels the emergency stop, allowing the robotic arm to be operated again.
   11	Full Screen	This button is used to control entering and exiting full-screen mode on the teaching interface.
   12	Power	This button is used to control the robotic arm power switch. Blue indicates that the robotic arm power is on, and gray indicates that the robotic arm power is off.
   13	Switch Language	Click the language switch dropdown menu and select the target language to switch to it.
   14	Logout	Clicking the logout button logs the user out.
   15	Joint Control	Use the joint control buttons on the teaching interface to control the rotation of each joint.
   16	Position Control	You can perform teaching for the end effector under different frames.
   17	Pose Control	You can perform teaching for the end effector under different frames. During orientation teaching, the end position remains unchanged, while the orientation rotates around a specified coordinate axis.
   18	Step Mode	To improve teaching accuracy, the step control mode is used, allowing controlled variables to change accurately with step adjustments.
   19	Pose Editing	Allows editing of the robotic arm motion pose. Long press the Apply button to move the robotic arm to the position of the red virtual model; releasing the button stops the robotic arm.
   20	Drag Teaching	On the teach pendant, click the Drag teaching button, and then drag the robot. Once completed, click end the drag teaching to complete the trajectory recording. After the trajectory recording is completed, click the blue button at the end of the robot to replay the trajectory.
   21	End-effector Pose Parameter	Displays the end-effector pose parameters, including position coordinates and Euler angles.

4. Click Extension -> End Control in the left navigation bar to configure the end-effector tools.

   

   Option	Description
   Tool Power Supply Output	Configures the output power from the tool end interface board. Options: 0V, 5V, 12V, and 24V.
   End-Effector Peripheral Devices	Currently, only grippers and dexterous hands are supported; support for other devices can be added later.

Debugging the Chassis CAN Interface

The AlphaBot 2 chassis is equipped with a CAN debugging interface, which is used by our engineers for maintenance when the motor malfunctions. Do not debug it without authorization.

Firmware Upgrade

Caution

The following firmware upgrades of AlphaBot 2 are supported by our after-sales engineers. Do not upgrade by yourself to avoid equipment damage or other safety issues. If you need to upgrade the firmware, please contact the after-sales engineer to obtain the upgrade package and relevant guidance.

Upgrading Robotic Arm Firmware

1. Refer to Using the Robotic Arm Teach Pendant and log in to the robotic arm web teach pendant interface using the IP address 192.168.1.18 (left arm) or 192.168.1.19 (right arm).

2. Follow the steps in the figure below to select the firmware file and perform the upgrade.

   Note

   • The firmware file must be provided by our company. Do not use firmware files from other sources to avoid equipment damage or other safety issues.

   • Example firmware file names are shown below. ZPFL73S indicates the left robotic arm model, and ZPFR73S indicates the right robotic arm model. 1.7.3.zpf.c5 represents the firmware version number. Firmware files for the left and right arms are different. Do not mix them.

     • RMFirmwareUpdate_ZPFL73S_1.7.3_2026-01-05_18h42m.realman.zpf.c5.ZPF.realman
     • RMFirmwareUpdate_ZPFR73S_1.7.3_2026-01-05_18h42m.realman.zpf.c5.ZPF.realman
   

3. Wait for a moment. After the upgrade is completed, the robotic arm will make a “beep beep beep” sound. After the upgrade is completed, please restart the robotic arm to make the new firmware take effect.

4. After the robotic arm restarts, open the web teach pendant. After entering the home page of the teach pendant, press Ctrl+F5 to force refresh the browser and clear the cache. At this time, the robotic arm and web teach pendant can be used normally.

Updating Robotic Arm End-Effector Controller Firmware

1. Refer to Using the Robotic Arm Teach Pendant and log in to the robotic arm web teach pendant interface using the IP address 192.168.1.18 (left arm) or 192.168.1.19 (right arm).

2. Follow the steps in the figure below to select the firmware file (tool.bin file) and perform the upgrade. After the upgrade is completed, please restart the robotic arm, open the web teach pendant, and press Ctrl+F5 to force refresh the browser. At this time, the version number of the End-Effector interface board has been updated.

   Note

   • The firmware file must be provided by our company. Do not use firmware files from other sources to avoid equipment damage or other safety issues.
   • The end-effector controller firmware file is identical for the left and right robotic arms.
   

Updating Inspire Gripper Firmware

1. Prepare the following items: gripper (large gripper or small gripper), power cable, data cable, computer (Windows operating system), firmware file, and the Inspire Drive Firmware Update Tool.

   Note

   • The firmware file must be provided by our company. Do not use firmware files from other sources, as this may cause equipment damage or other safety issues.
   • Firmware files for the large gripper and the small gripper are different. Do not mix them.
   

2. Connect one end of the power cable to the data cable, and connect the other end of the power cable to the power supply.

   

3. Connect one end of the data cable to the gripper, and connect the other end of the data cable to the USB port of the computer.

   

4. Open the Inspire Drive Firmware Update Tool (.exe file). Select the firmware file (.bin file) corresponding to the gripper. Click Start.

   

5. When the following prompt appears, re-plug the power cable. Wait for the progress bar to complete.

   

6. Configure the tool power supply output to the voltage corresponding to the gripper, enable the RM_ARM+ protocol, and the gripper information will appear.

   

7. Under Target Position, drag DOF 1 to control gripper closing and opening.

   

Updating OYMotion Dexterous Hand Firmware

1. Prepare the following items: dexterous hand, power cable, data cable, computer (Windows operating system), firmware file, and the OYMotion software (requires download and installation).

   Note

   The firmware file must be provided by our company. Do not use firmware files from other sources, as this may cause equipment damage or other safety issues.

2. Refer to the figure below to connect all components.

   

3. Open the OYMotion software. Navigate to the Basic interface. Click the Update button to enter firmware upgrade mode. Select Local as the firmware source, click OK, and then select the firmware file (.upd file).

   

4. Follow the software interface prompts to complete the firmware upgrade. After the upgrade is complete, the dexterous hand will reboot and perform a self-check. At this point, scan for the device again. The device information will be reloaded.

5. In the robotic arm web teach pendant interface, click Extension -> End Control. Configure the tool power supply output to the voltage corresponding to the dexterous hand, enable the RM_ARM+ protocol, and the dexterous hand information will appear. Under Target Position, drag DOF 1 through DOF 6 to control the motion of the dexterous hand.