How do I turn on and control the Root® coding robot?

Instructions on how to turn on and connect your Root coding robot with its companion iRobot Coding app.

  1. Place your Root coding robot on a flat surface, such as the fold-out whiteboard that is included in the box.
  2. Turn the Root robot on by pressing and holding its yellow button, otherwise referred to as the robot's nose.
  3. Activate Bluetooth® on your BLE-supported device.
  4. Download and open the project editor within the iRobot Coding app.
  5. Click on the symbol of the Root coding robot, right next to the project name.
  6. Tap on the Root coding robot the you would like to connect with.
  7. Begin coding in the project editor!

Tip: Visit our Learning Library for in-depth guides and tutorials on how you can get started with your Root coding robot and its companion iRobot Coding app.

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