Disassembling the Hasbro Interactive R2-D2.wmv

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12 жыл бұрын

This video was originally made for robot enthusiasts who might be interested in using parts from the Hasbro toy for other purposes. Please note that the electronics inside the droid, the printed circuit boards more specifically, are not user serviceable. The control electronics are potted in epoxy and so cannot be repaired. I have had many requests for advice on how to repair an inoperative droid. I do know the electronics can fail for unknown reasons, and I have not been able to find a way to repair them, nor do I have the parts to do so. This video is for informational purposes only.
This video describes how to disassemble and remove the electronics from the Hasbro Interactive Voice Controlled R2-D2. It is intended for the private use of robot hobbyists/hackers and specifically for members of the R2-D2 builder's club in converting their full-size droid replicas to voice control.

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@DarthFlan 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this Rob!! I'm working on mine right now to install your board in my full size R2. This will help immensely

@Andy1341000 12 жыл бұрын

Nice video this really helps me learn how to disassemble my R2 unit in the future when it breaks I will definitely refer back to this video.

@robmeyerproductions 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your interest Marco. Yes, I have the details of the dome quadrature encoder. I will email you with the details. Perhaps I will make a video explaining the details so that others may have the information. These little toys give us so many opportunities for modding and hacking; I hope to provide as much information about them as I can.- Rob

@tonyoecruz 7 жыл бұрын

robmeyerproductions I bought o R2D2 along time ago..it is never been work. I live in Brazil and I send many e-mails to Hasbro and the store. they refound me but I realy realy realy wold like to have my R2 working. If work with control, no problem, but I need my R2 working :-( ... my kids never been saw its working... please help me... can I send it to you do try tive him the life. .. my Family and my self will be very very very happy. O can pay with PayPal thanks in advance.

@tonyoecruz 7 жыл бұрын

@jimforburger5546 3 жыл бұрын

Hey man, I’m having a bit of trouble with my interactive r2d2 toy and I was hoping you could help me. See the head is getting stuck and won’t spin. I took it apart and found out that it was the white wheels inside the dome that are the problem. They are getting stuck on the black poles they are on and wont spin that easily. I have no idea why that might be and I was hoping you would now how I could loosen them up so it would work. Keep in mind, I don’t want to get rid of the wheels altogether to solve the problem because I feel like they are there for a reason. Also, there are two pillars in particular that are a bit bigger than the others. I know that because when I try to put the wheels on, it’s more of a tight fit. Also, I’ve tried removing half of wheels and tried different combinations of what wheels to take off and which ones to leave there, but It doesn’t work that well. Besides, like i said before, I’d prefer it if all the wheels are on. Anyways, do you have an idea on how I can fix the wheels to make them turn more easily so the head can spin right?

@Perceval17 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video ! Do you have any picture of the connectors layout of the PCB ? I didn't notice the pin connectors are the same... So I don't know which connector goes into...

@hudreous 11 жыл бұрын

Do you know what the dome rotation encoder is? I can't tell by this video if it's just a variable resistor or something like that.

@BakaHULK 11 жыл бұрын

Yes. He is dismantling the parts so they can be used in a full scale R2D2 he either has built or is building. The Interactive R2D2 will just be a hollow shell that sits in a corner somewhere...

@haroriders 12 жыл бұрын

Good info thank you

@edsilky8798 8 жыл бұрын

This is a great video - but given that these sell for $600 to $800 on EBay, I'm not sure I want to sacrifice mine. I took mine apart to modify it, but when I found what they are selling for, I put it back together (to be back into original condition (unless someone takes it apart...).

@PreppyGuy007 7 жыл бұрын

When you looked, was it around Christmas Time? I did exactly that and they were pricy. However, when I did a search this past week, the price dropped.

@lovenappreciate 11 жыл бұрын

DOES THAT BREAK THE R2

@SetoKaibaKg 8 жыл бұрын

Hello, do you happen to have any information on the Quadrature Encoder pins and how to use that with arduino? thanks

@Reef.Jones.official 11 жыл бұрын

Do you news about your mod ? Your fuul size in finished ? Thanks !

@travisbergstrom6572 6 жыл бұрын

Do you know where we can get the main board?

@LonewolfArts 9 жыл бұрын

My R2 keeps spinning in circles. Any tips how o can fix this?

@icemancometh8679 3 жыл бұрын

Mine looks just like this and it used to work. I think I took it apart one time cuz the head's supposed to turn back and forth and I thought something was broke inside. I took it apart and of course some wires came loose - they're gray, red and blue and I think they go to this light sensor piece in the front but I really don't know without a schematic. I soldered them back to where I thought they went and it doesn't do anything. Like I said mine looks just like this, how do I know where the wires go without a schematic?

@NightHawk105 3 жыл бұрын

How will you put it back

@aluminus 10 ай бұрын

I just wanted to replace the module that holds the legs on but seems like thats not possible at my current knowledge

@PreppyGuy007 7 жыл бұрын

Even thought it has been five years since you release your video on dismantling Hasbro 2007 R2 D2 Voice Recognition , I have a wire/ connector question. When I pulled the SonTX connector from the socket on the circuit board, the white wire came out, but the pin connector remained in the plug. I was able to remove the pin(s), now I am trying to find replacement pin(s). It appears that the Radio Shack stores in my area are closing. So I have to purchase this from their website. There are spec to each pin connector, and I just want to order the right one. Can you help? Jonathan

@marcelol.402 3 жыл бұрын

How can I put a lipo battery there ? How many volts ?

@DoctorBlankenstein 6 жыл бұрын

wish you opened the leg up. I have a motor that is not engaging, and is going to need repair. My left leg wheel worked when I got the droid a few days ago, now it spins freely. So when the droid moves, only one motor works and R2 just turns around in circles. :/ bummed

@crazypushy 3 жыл бұрын

Good video. I have my power supply board corroded beyond repair. Do you have a spare board to sell, or know a place where i can buy one, or have a circuit diagram that i can make one from ? Help appreciated!

@bentleymurphree216 4 жыл бұрын

I have made no modifications to my r2d2, I bought it used, it power up and makes noises but it will not move, the head turns, any suggestions on why it might not move? Is there anything I should look for once I open him up?

@corellioncrusaderproductio4679 3 жыл бұрын

Check the wheel lock button above his third leg. If it is lit up red, he is in a special mode that prevents him from driving off of tables and whatnot. If you press it, the red light will turn off, and he will be free to move. When turned on, it will always start in wheel lock mode.

@manuelng9169 10 жыл бұрын

hello fried very good your video, excuse me, do you have the diagram of power circuit of R2-D2?..thank you friend

@Rowebot15 8 жыл бұрын

anyone have a spare battery door? I can't seem to find where to get a replacement.

@PreppyGuy007 7 жыл бұрын

Try ebay. If you perform a search for R2D2 parts, you'll receive satisfying results.

@robertbreland9780 Жыл бұрын

So what exactly do these droids do? I was gifted one and it all seems to work except maybe head movement.

@robertbreland9780 Жыл бұрын

Was trying to see if I could fix it but I don’t think I’m going to mess with it. Came across your video tonight while researching the toys.

@robmeyerproductions 5 ай бұрын

Basically they play a whole series of interactive games, many with sounds, lights and even motion of the droid. You can search online for a complete menu of commands to test. Also be aware the little LED light in the center of the droid, near the base, is actually a button. It is a sort of safety feature that disables/enables the drive motors. So you might try pushing that button once, then see if you can get the drive motors going. Good luck!

@davidhyslop3376 8 жыл бұрын

what do you do with the scrap r2d2 can you sell the sensor aray and the dome top push in projector

@PreppyGuy007 7 жыл бұрын

I have seen people totally dismantle their R2 and sell it piece by piece.

@corellioncrusaderproductio4679 3 жыл бұрын

@@PreppyGuy007 These R2s are pretty well made. They last a good long time. Only problems I've had with mine are cosmetic injuries, nothing too bad. I did have what I believe is a broken gear tooth in the dome assembly, but it still runs fine, and I haven't taken the time to open it up all the way.

@icemancometh8679 3 жыл бұрын

At timestamp 14:35 it shows the inside of the Dome - see the wires that connect to the sensor on the front? Mine tore loose now I'm trying to figure out where they go I think they're gray brown red and blue - if I could see an enlarged version of where the wires come into the head that might do it. I've seen some other videos but they're just not clear enough.

@bobleponge8447 3 жыл бұрын

Still need the sensor wires pinout ?

@icemancometh8679 3 жыл бұрын

@@bobleponge8447 hi, I just saw this and yes that would be nice - think I even called the company and they just said they built them and that was it. With the wires torn loose you just can't tell where they go back.

@Evadious-2022 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great video! I hope you are still able to reply to comments, but my problem that I have with my R2 is the left wheel motor is seized up and he will not move forward. Any tips on how I can go about opening the legs and fixing the motor? Thanks so much, hopefully you can help.

@Yeti1473 4 жыл бұрын

Mine won't turn on at all haha

@Evadious-2022 4 жыл бұрын

@@Yeti1473 Really?? I'm waiting for mine to show up in the mail this week. Are they crap from the very beginning?

@Yeti1473 4 жыл бұрын

@@Evadious-2022 Probably not, I bought mine today from a comic store. It was already out of the box and used by someone beforehand. I'm sure yours will work fine!

@Evadious-2022 4 жыл бұрын

@@Yeti1473 yeah that sucks yours is not working properly. I mean I am not going into this blind expected to get a $600 quality lightsaber but I also hope it is not a total piece of shit

@Yeti1473 4 жыл бұрын

@@Evadious-2022 I spent $55 on this without even knowing what it was lol. I just thought it looked cool and I don't have a big R2 yet.

@ojmccaf63 8 жыл бұрын

You monster!!!! lol OMG !!!

@williamheckman4597 7 ай бұрын

Does anyone know the pinouts of the Main CPU in this thing? I know it has the sounds on it, etc... Motor drivers etc... Light Detection... Was wondering if anyone knew what the Chip is and or had a copy of the firmware on it? Thanks! (If we knew what the chip was we could get the firmware from it possibly)

@robmeyerproductions 5 ай бұрын

Hi William. The chip is potted in epoxy and to my knowledge no one has ever been ever to retrieve the firmware. That is why I eventually decided to just build and program a copy of the whole system when I kept coming across the main boards on these Hasbro droids just "dying" for no apparent reason with no way to really diagnose or repair. I also posted a video covering how to convert them to radio control, which isn't as cool as voice control, but it is one other way to salvage a dead Hasbro droid. Check my channel for that video.

@miningkaigtbloop9073 3 жыл бұрын

Hi! I’m planning on helping my dad fix his R2D2 droid which died after turning its head left and right. It has been sitting in its box since 2013, but Im getting around to attempt repairing it. Are there any pointers to look out for before I open the droid? What are some possible causes for it to break-? Thanks! It’ll mean a lot to my dad if I can repair it for him :p

@morbalord1560 2 жыл бұрын

Any updates?

@icemancometh8679 Жыл бұрын

I bought one like this and I think a kid played with it before I got it and held the head in place so it damaged gears undernate that would turn the head. I want to repair mine too and there are wires torn loose inside the head and I don't know where they go back to.

@jorgelongoria1098 3 жыл бұрын

Hi do you do repairs ???

@bobleponge8447 3 жыл бұрын

Not "officially" an Hasbro/Spinmaster/Jakks technical engineer, but as a great fan of all the SW electronic devices with zero$ budget, I got to learn everything to get all the droids in my actual collection. (i.e. 3 X Spinmaster 16" BB-8, 4 X Sphero BB-8, 1 X Jakks Pacific DELUXE 18" R2-D2, 1 X Jakks Pacific 48" Dart Vador, 1 X Hasbro 2002 like this one, 1 X FX Replica Anakin S. LightSaber, 1 X Sphero Spiderman, 1 X Thinkway Wall-E U-Command, 3 X Anki Cozmo, Stormtrooper/Bobba/IronMan Black Series & Marvel Helmets, 1 X LENOVO Jedi Challenge, 1 X LENOVO dim. of heroes, and few others still to repair.... ) All rebuild from scratch with parts that normally came from 2 or 3 similar model sold on ebay as "spare parts" =) It takes a LOT of times, but I can get what I want for aroud 10% of the avg. eBay price for a "fonctionnal" model in the same condition! Those I listed above cost in total less than 1000$ CAN, they all runs great. If you need informations or have a question, be welcome =)

@quakerome4594 3 жыл бұрын

Would you fix mine if I send it to you and pay you?

@bobleponge8447 3 жыл бұрын

@chadkirker9670 7 жыл бұрын

@The4362mont 11 жыл бұрын

Why do so many people make uniformed comments? Why are they even here? Do they even listen to the voice over? Fairly obvious what you are doing...zombieboy and the rest should use their brains before they use their keyboards.

@PreppyGuy007 7 жыл бұрын

So true. :-)

@apdoniariel 4 жыл бұрын

i am 9 am i to young to do this

@AlejandroLopez-td7co 3 жыл бұрын

Who can fix my R2D2

@bobleponge8447 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, I'm Not "officially" an Hasbro/Spinmaster/Jakks technical engineer, but as a great fan of all the SW electronic devices with zero$ budget, I got to learn everything to get all the droids in my actual collection. (i.e. 3 X Spinmaster 16" BB-8, 4 X Sphero BB-8, 1 X Jakks Pacific DELUXE 18" R2-D2, 1 X Jakks Pacific 48" Dart Vador, 1 X Hasbro 2002 like this one, 1 X FX Replica Anakin S. LightSaber, 1 X Sphero Spiderman, 1 X Thinkway Wall-E U-Command, 3 X Anki Cozmo, Stormtrooper/Bobba/IronMan Black Series & Marvel Helmets, 1 X LENOVO Jedi Challenge, 1 X LENOVO dim. of heroes, and few others still to repair.... ) All rebuild from scratch with parts that normally came from 2 or 3 similar model sold on ebay as "spare parts" =) It takes a LOT of times, but I can get what I want for aroud 10% of the avg. eBay price for a "fonctionnal" model in the same condition! Those I listed above cost in total less than 1000$ CAN, they all runs great. If you need informations or have a question, be welcome it's free =) 90% of time it's just a little thing easy to fix!

@miningkaigtbloop9073 3 жыл бұрын

@@bobleponge8447 Hi! I’m planning to repair my dad’s droid for him. We got the R2 droid a few years back, but when we placed the batteries in and turned R2 on, his head turned to the left and then to the right and died- Im not really sure with what caused it-