Sphero RVR and RVR+

Sphero RVR and RVR+ Warnings

Types of RVR/RVR+ Warnings. You may notice a number of warning popups while using the Sphero Edu app with your Sphero RVR/RVR+. While these warnings may look alarming, they provide important informat…

Micah Daby
Updated 7 months ago by Micah Daby

Drawing power for the USB and UART ports

The 5V power from the USB and UART and the main power to RVR/RVR+ come from the same 7.4V battery. There is an e-fuse on the expansion port, which limits the output current to 2.1A. The USB and UART…

Quinn McRae
Updated 7 months ago by Quinn McRae

Missing UART Cable

If you are looking for a UART cable to use with RVR or RVR+, we recommend this one: https://www.sparkfun.com/products/10369

Sara Sampson
Updated 7 months ago by Sara Sampson

Lost Charging Cable?

If you have misplaced, or need an extra charging cable for your RVR or RVR+, we recommend this one.

Sara Sampson
Updated 7 months ago by Sara Sampson

RVR and RVR+ Long Term Storage

If you find that you are not going to be using your RVR or RVR+ for 3-4 weeks or longer, you will want to take the following steps to prolong the life of your treads and batteries. Batteries. When pr…

Ruth Toomey
Updated 1 month ago by Ruth Toomey

Sphero RVR and RVR+ Battery FAQ

Where is the battery located? The battery is located in the center of the robot, between the two wheels. The battery can be accessed by using the included RVR/RVR+ key to open the battery door which…

Amelia DeBoer
Updated 7 months ago by Amelia DeBoer

Getting Started with RVR and RVR+

Recently purchase a RVR or RVR+? You're in the right spot! Here are some tips and tricks to get rolling with your new robot. Be sure to check out the additional links as well! RVR/RVR+ is our most te…

Amelia DeBoer
Updated 7 months ago by Amelia DeBoer

What's new with RVR+?

Quinn McRae
Updated 6 months ago by Quinn McRae

Lost Battery Key?

Your RVR/RVR+ came with a small key to open the battery housing. If you have lost yours, a coin, house key, screwdriver, or any other number of household items can be used to open the battery charger…

Sara Sampson
Updated 7 months ago by Sara Sampson

Cleaning RVR/RVR+ Wheels

We get it! If you love maneuvering RVR/RVR+ through different types of terrain, the wheels are bound to get a little dirty. You can remove the treads from RVR/RVR+ - don't worry, this will not hurt t…

Sara Sampson
Updated 7 months ago by Sara Sampson

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