Setup and Startup#

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What is included#

The standard robot package may include the following items:

Item

Description

Standard

Pro

Quadruped robot

Main robotic platform

✓

✓

Battery pack

Power source for the robot

✓

✓

Battery charger

Charger compatible with the supplied battery

✓

✓

Operator controller

Dedicated remote controller

✓

✓

Documentation

Operating manual, safety instructions, and configuration notes

✓

✓

Ethernet cable

Used for direct network connection

optional

✓

Transport case

Protective case for storage and transport

optional

✓

The exact contents may depend on the purchased configuration. Check the packing list supplied with the robot.

Before first use#

This page describes package contents, robot network setup, and charging. For the step-by-step startup sequence, follow FirstStartup and Safety.

Robot network reference#

The robot provides a Wi-Fi access point for the control console and other devices.

  • hb50_XXXX — 2.4 GHz network

  • hb50_XXXX_5G — 5 GHz network

XXXX is the robot serial code shortened to 4 hexadecimal characters, for example hb50_AFAB.

Default Wi-Fi password: milkaorzechowa

For Steam Deck setup and controller-specific connection guidance, see ControlConsole.

Charging the robot#

Use only the approved charger supplied with the Honey Badger 5.0 robot.

Before charging#

  • Place the robot on stable, flat ground.

  • Ensure the robot is stopped and in a safe state.

  • Check that the charger, cable, and connector are clean, dry, and undamaged.

  • Keep the charging area dry and away from flammable materials.

Charging procedure#

  1. Connect the charger to the robot.

  2. Connect the charger to mains power.

  3. Confirm the power LED shows the expected charging state.

  4. When charging completes, disconnect mains power.

  5. Disconnect the charger from the robot.

Warning

Do not charge the robot unattended. Stop charging immediately if abnormal heat, smell, smoke, or noise is detected.

Note

If you operate the robot while charging, protect the cable from pinch points and avoid moving legs near the charger cable.

For detailed startup, stand-up, and shutdown guidance, use FirstStartup.