Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 09:09:50 AM
It's new in the box and never been used so it's running the original 1.0 software. I have a few questions.
Do I have keep him turned on for a certain period of time with the original software and after that update the software or I can do it immediately when turning it on for the first time? Also when updating do I have to update the software to 1.1 first, then play with the PLEO again for some time, and finally update him to the newest PM2 version?
I could not find any clear answers to my questions that's why I'm asking. Probably I have to update the software to 1.1 first and then finally to PM2 but my main concern is if I can do it like that:
1) Turn it on with the original 1.0 software
2) Turn it off after a few min
3) Put the sd card with the 1.1 update
4) Turn it on again just to check out if it's working
5) Turn it off
6) Put the sd card with the PM2 update
7) Turn it on
I appreciate any input. Thanks.
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 26, 2011, 09:59:18 AM
As for putting one SD card into Pleo, turning him on for a few moments and then turning him off, putting the next operating system in, etc, that is not neccesary to do, Let's say you just wanted to go straight to 2.0 . All you would need to do is to have the SD card copied with the 2.0 operating system on it, and then follow the directions for installing it onto Pleo, and put it directly into Pleo. You can go straight from 1.0 to 2.0 if you want and do not need to do 1.1 first, It is up to you to do which ever operating system you want, but why not enjoy each system for at least one battery cycle and get familiar with what Pleo can do. ? There is no hurry to have to update him unless you want to. And you can also save money on SD cards, by just using one and when done with the 1.1 and wanting to try the 2.0, just erase the files on the sd card and update with 2.0 on the same SD card, as a blank !
One other word of caution, esp if this is for a Christmas present. If this is a Pleo bought on ebay and an Ugobe, a 2007 Model . Not used or hatched, more than likely and other members will tell you the same thing, 99% of the time, the original battery sitting in the box all this time, is not going to hold a charge an will be dead or perhaps let Pleo run for a few minutes at most. I have bought at least a dozen Pleos on ebay and they all needed new batteries. I only tell you this so there won't be an unhappy child opening up Pleo and not h aving him work. I do sell batteries, the Ucube egg batteries to members here on the forum and they will give you twice as long as the usual batteries, 2 hrs compared to just one. You can also buy batteries directly from PleoWorld, but they will cost you more than myne, but they are available and work fine also. You and your son are in for a treat with Pleo. Welcome again to the forums.
RedwoodsMama and the Pelo Clan of the Redwoods
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 10:23:46 AM
Yes I know I can use the same sd card. I just have to format it first. I always like to be prepared for everything so I have already ordered the Ucube egg battery. :) Thank you again. I hope my son will enjoy the PLEO (probably I'll too :))
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 26, 2011, 10:39:00 AM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 10:43:26 AM
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 26, 2011, 10:48:06 AM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 12:16:15 PM
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 26, 2011, 12:44:00 PM
Take care and if you have any other questions, please ask.
RedwoodsMama
Post by: InmemoryofRomeo on November 26, 2011, 01:05:14 PM
The 2.0 OS has a longer development stage, it takes 6-8 charges for them to settle down to 'normal', before that they go through a teen stage where they are a bit moody and can be a little unresponsive. They are not bugs as RWM said, it is intended, but it can be a bit off putting for the unprepared.
1.0 however does have a couple of bugs, like Pleo falling asleep if he gets no attention for a few minutes, which you should also be aware off. Pleo becomes much more active on the later OS's.
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 02:45:52 PM
Be sure to post the photos of the Pleo and your son when it arrives! :)
Take care and if you have any other questions, please ask.
RedwoodsMama
I will. Thanks again.
Hi Michal and welcome to the forum :)
The 2.0 OS has a longer development stage, it takes 6-8 charges for them to settle down to 'normal', before that they go through a teen stage where they are a bit moody and can be a little unresponsive. They are not bugs as RWM said, it is intended, but it can be a bit off putting for the unprepared.
1.0 however does have a couple of bugs, like Pleo falling asleep if he gets no attention for a few minutes, which you should also be aware off. Pleo becomes much more active on the later OS's.
Thanks for your tips. I'm gonna start with the original OS first and let it run till the battery runs out as RedwoodsMama suggested. Then I'm gonna update it to 1.1 and play with it for a longer time. I think it will be a good experience for my son to find out how to play and take care of the PLEO before I update it to the newest version.
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 26, 2011, 05:18:12 PM
RWM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 06:43:46 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 07:11:27 PM
Have fun! :D
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 07:36:18 PM
Hello and welcome, I've little to add here, but I do believe it's better to update to 1.1 from 1.0 and then upgrade again, rather than straight to 2.0.Thank you. Yes, I'm going to upgrade it to 1.1 and then 2.0 in the future.
Have fun! :D
I see that the name one of your Pleos is Monty The Python. I love Monthy Python. I watched every episode of Monty Python's Flying Circus, all of their movies, as well as most of movies which each of them made solo.
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 07:43:41 PM
I especially love Terry Gilliam's films, too! :D
I painted Monty in Burmese python colours, and there really was only one name for him! ;)
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 07:53:36 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 08:14:15 PM
Just one warning - several of us here have first bought Pleos as gifts ......... and ended up being fascinated and unable to part with them. ;)
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 08:20:15 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 09:12:51 PM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 09:18:39 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 09:33:54 PM
OK, that is, as far as the green NiMH batteries go - the egg charger batteries are MUCH better anyway. ;)
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 09:37:34 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 09:41:40 PM
Post by: fancyfont on November 26, 2011, 09:47:48 PM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 10:00:48 PM
The Ucube ones last about twice as long, and seem to make them more energetic - this way you should have the green ones as back ups. Good plan! :DUsually before I buy something I do a lot of research to be sure it's what I really want and it'll work with no problems. I emailed pleoworld directly with a few questions but they're very slow with their responses so I decided to join this forum and I'm glad I did it. They probably not too much interested with supporting the oldest versions of pleo as well.
Hi and welcome to the forum. Sounds like your family's going to have a wonderful CHristmas. :) All of my pleos have gone through the original os or came with 1.1. It's really fun to see each change. Highly recommend it!Thanks. I hope everybody in my family will have fun.
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 10:55:04 PM
Post by: michal on November 26, 2011, 11:08:14 PM
I'm addicted to modding my car and I like to help ppl who do not have as much experience/knowledge as me with it. There is no way to know everything and the internet is a great place to get advice about everything you want.
Post by: Crewella on November 26, 2011, 11:09:37 PM
Post by: sherylsparrow on November 27, 2011, 11:28:36 AM
Getting advantage of the topic I have a question... Do the Pleo personalities work on PM2? I want to try them specially the Christmas one but I haven't ye? Will it work?
Post by: fancyfont on November 27, 2011, 12:50:19 PM
Post by: sherylsparrow on November 28, 2011, 04:24:27 PM
Post by: michal on November 29, 2011, 08:47:37 AM
I'll try to wake him up for the first time today at night after my son falls asleep. I do not want him to see Pleo before Christmas.
I'm gonna update to 1.1 pretty soon and go maybe for 2-3 more battery cycles to make him more responsive and active so my son will have more fun when he opens his Christmas gift. If I have any questions I let you know for sure.
Post by: RedwoodsMama on November 29, 2011, 11:39:28 AM
Post by: InmemoryofRomeo on November 29, 2011, 02:06:52 PM
Post by: Crewella on November 29, 2011, 05:31:10 PM
Congrats, I'm glad he arrived safely! :D
Post by: sherylsparrow on November 30, 2011, 08:11:26 AM
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 09:42:30 PM
The Ucube battery is great. Every time it takes about 2h to drain it completely. My only complain is the charger. I watched a video posted by RedwoodsMama and my charger behaves different. After I plug it in the red light turns on for maybe 1 sec, then turns off completely. It starts blinking when I place the battery in it. But the battery can be sitting there for 4-5 h and it's still blinking. There is no sign then the battery is fully charged. I have to take it off, unplug the cable, plug the cable again, and when I put the charged battery again into the egg charger, the red light finally is solid (no blinking) I use the original adapter from the package I got, so I do not know if it's the adapter or charger problem. The battery is charged every time but It would be better for me to just look at the charger to know that the battery is already charged rather than check out my watch to find out how many hours the battery is in the charger. Then take it out, unplug, plug back the adapter and put back the battery to see if the red light is blinking or solid. Any thoughts?
Post by: InmemoryofRomeo on December 09, 2011, 10:03:22 PM
Post by: Crewella on December 09, 2011, 10:07:58 PM
It does sound as though your charger is not functioning properly (if it's not a matter of just making sure it's properly seated) - if it's a recent purchase I would contact the seller and explain, and please make sure you don't leave the battery charging for much longer than the usual charging time. Just to be on the safe side. :)
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 10:14:44 PM
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 10:25:33 PM
Pleos don't have enough weight in their back end to sit down on their own - if you put one hand on their rear and one under their chin they will 'assume the position', but you need to help them actually sit by gently pushing them back and down.Yes, I know that Pleo can not sit by himself. What I was saying is he just bend his back legs. I think he should move his back legs a little forward but they should be straight, then I can help him sit down. Probably his tail should also move a little up. When I put pressure on those 2 sensors he just bend his knees and if I want to help him sit, he just gets angry. Maybe I do something wrong. I could not find any video which shows how to do it correctly.
It does sound as though your charger is not functioning properly (if it's not a matter of just making sure it's properly seated) - if it's a recent purchase I would contact the seller and explain, and please make sure you don't leave the battery charging for much longer than the usual charging time. Just to be on the safe side. :)Actually, it's charging the battery but just does not show when the battery is fully charged. I know I should not charge the battery too long. I did it only to check out the charger.
Post by: Crewella on December 09, 2011, 10:34:09 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSOel51fOEA
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 10:39:52 PM
Post by: Crewella on December 09, 2011, 10:47:46 PM
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 10:54:52 PM
Post by: Crewella on December 09, 2011, 11:10:16 PM
Post by: michal on December 09, 2011, 11:20:00 PM