temi User Manual

Unboxing temi

The unboxing process involves opening the temi box, removing styrofoam, and taking out temi and its Home Base. It is recommended to save the box for travel or future service purposes.

Diagram Description: The unboxing diagram shows temi in its packaging. Step 1: Open the box by pulling a green tab, revealing quick start cards. Step 2: Remove styrofoam by its handle. Step 3: Lift temi by highlighted areas. Step 4: Take out the Home Base from a compartment behind temi.

Setting up Home Base

The Home Base is where temi charges and recovers its map and locations. It connects to a power outlet via a power adapter.

Setup Instructions:

1. Place the Home Base in a location easily accessed by temi.
2. Place it on a hard, level surface, flat against the wall.
3. Allow at least 1.5 feet of space on either side of the Home Base.
4. Keep at least 4 feet of clear space in front of the Home Base for easy access.

Important Note: The Home Base should be placed at least 6 feet from any stairs, steep drops, ledges, and slopes.

? TIP: Ensure no highly reflective materials (like mirrors) are nearby, as they can interfere with docking sensors. The Home Base acts as temi's map anchor; moving it will prompt map and location resetting.

Diagram Description: The diagram illustrates the Home Base placement with required clearances: 1.5 ft on sides, 4 ft in front, and a warning to keep 6 ft away from stairs/drops.

Powering temi

To turn on temi: Press the power button; the LED indicator will light up.

To turn off temi: Press and hold the power button for 3 seconds until the LED indicator shuts off.

When not in use, temi automatically enters standby mode, eliminating the need to power it off.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows a finger pressing the power button on temi's head.

Power Management

A fully charged temi can operate for approximately 8 hours on average. When the battery is low, temi displays an alert with an option to return to its Home Base. The battery icon indicates the charging state.

Power Save Mode: To conserve power, temi's LIDAR stops spinning when it is not moving for more than 5 seconds. When initiating follow mode, the LIDAR requires 3-4 seconds to resume spinning.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows temi docked on its Home Base, charging.

Activating temi with Mobile App

The mobile app allows remote calling and control, contact syncing, and viewing of recent activity. Download the app from the Play or App Store or via http://www.robotemi.com/temiapp.

Activation Process: Each temi requires activation and registration on the temi server to verify it is a real temi with an Admin user. This is done during initial setup using both the robot and the mobile app.

1. temi generates and displays a QR code containing its ID information.
2. In the app, navigate to the "Temi Activation" screen and press "Scan QR".
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to scan the QR code.
4. Confirmation will be received upon successful scanning.
5. To activate temi anytime after registration, use the "Scan QR" tab.

Diagram Description: Screenshots illustrate the QR code displayed on temi's screen (Image A), the "Temi Activation" screen in the app with a "Scan QR" button (Image B), and a confirmation screen (Image C).

? TIP: temi is restricted to one admin. Refer to User Management for more details.

Setting up Alexa

temi integrates with Alexa, enabling voice control for smart home devices, ordering services, accessing news, weather, and more.

Setup Steps:

1. During initial activation, choose Alexa as the voice assistant. This can also be accessed via Settings > Personal Assistant.
2. Click "Connect Alexa" to receive a confirmation code.
3. On your desktop or mobile device, log in to Amazon.com/code and input the displayed code.
4. Alexa will then be ready to use on temi.

Switching Assistants: Users can choose between "Alexa", "Hey, temi", or "Alexa & Hey, temi" (recommended). The "Alexa & Hey, temi" option allows "Hey, temi" for robot control (movement, locations, camera, apps) and "Alexa" for connected devices and other Alexa commands.

? TIP: When using Alexa, camera, locations, and video calls are initially controlled manually via the screen. Voice command enablement for these actions will be available soon.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the process of connecting Alexa: selecting Alexa as the assistant, clicking "Connect Alexa" to get a code, logging into Amazon.com/code, and a confirmation message.

What is temi?

temi is the ultimate robotic assistant with “Alexa” built-in, connecting you to your smart home devices, friends and contacts, online content, and video communications, all harnessed by the power of your voice. temi's core elements are AI, Video, and Mobility.

AI: temi's artificial intelligence enables users to ask questions, order services, run applications, take photographs, etc. temi is delivered with built-in applications including Knowledge, News, Weather, YouTube, Yelp, Camera (stills, videos, GIFs), Video calls, and Bluetooth.

Hands-free Video Calls: Featuring user-tracking technology and autonomous navigation, temi offers a new video calling experience. Users can prompt temi to follow them for hands-free face-to-face communication. Remotely, users can drive temi manually or to preset locations via the temi app, with temi automatically avoiding obstacles.

Mobility: Using 16 sensors and a dedicated CPU, temi maps its surroundings, distinguishing between obstacles, furniture, and people. This ensures temi does not come into contact with objects and enables convenient navigation. temi cannot avoid obstacles that are completely black or under 4 inches tall.

temi Components

temi is equipped with various sensors and components for its functionality. For full specifications, visit Specs.

Key Components:

• Microphone array
• Drive / photo / video cameras
• Action button
• LED indicator
• Volume touch buttons
• 3D Depth Camera
• Face tracking camera
• Speakers (2 tweeters, 2 midrange)
• Sub woofer
• Range sensors
• Output
• Castor wheels
• Contact plates
• ST Sensors
• Driving wheels
• 3D Safety Depth camera
• LIDAR sensor
• Power button
• Charging plates
• Battery cover
• Power jack

Diagram Description: The "temi components" diagram shows the robot with various parts labeled, including cameras, sensors, speakers, wheels, and charging components.

Home Screen

Standby Mode: When temi is turned on or inactive for over 30 seconds, its screen displays a screensaver, switching to a black time screen after ten minutes of inactivity. temi still accepts voice commands in standby mode.

? TIP: Standby mode can be toggled ON or OFF in Settings > General Settings > Stand by.

Customizing temi's Homescreen: Customization can be done via the Mobile App or the temi Center. For temi Center details, refer to the temi Center manual.

Customizing via Mobile App:

1. Launch the temi mobile app and select the "temi" tab.
2. Select the temi to edit and tap "customize".
3. Tap "Set custom" to choose photos from your phone for the home screen (up to 20 images, switching every 30 seconds).
4. Images can be changed anytime.
5. Reset home screen images to default is also an option.

Edit temi's nickname: This can be done via the mobile app by navigating to the "temi" tab, selecting the robot, tapping "customize", editing the "temi nickname" field, and saving.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the process of customizing the home screen and editing the nickname in the temi mobile app.

WiFi

A WiFi connection is essential for temi to function optimally. WiFi setup is part of the initial process or can be accessed via Settings > Select WiFi.

Hot Spot Option: If WiFi is unavailable, temi can connect to a mobile hotspot. Enable the hotspot on your mobile device, then on temi, go to Settings > Select WiFi, search for the hotspot name, and enter the password.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows the "Select WiFi" screen and the option to connect via Hot Spot.

User Management

There are three types of temi users: Owner (one limit), Member, and Guest. All users require the mobile app. The user who activated temi is the default Owner.

User Permissions: Permissions for video calls, hop-in video, adding locations, activity stream sync, contact sync, managing members, and customizing the home screen are defined for Owner, Member, and Guest. Access and restrictions can be modified in the temi Center.

Adding a "Member":

1. Ensure the contact has the temi app and is listed in the "Calls" > "Contacts" tab.
2. In the app, go to the "temi" tab, select your robot, and tap "Members".
3. Tap "Invite new" to select contacts.
4. Select desired contacts and tap the green check mark.
5. The added "Member" will appear, enabling independent connection to the robot.

Member Access: Members can be granted permissions for Hop-in Video, Control, Edit Map, and Edit Settings. Members can remove themselves from temi; an Admin can only be removed via factory reset.

Diagram Description: Screenshots illustrate the user types, adding a member process, and member access permissions.

? TIP: It is recommended to define only core users as "members" due to their ability to "hop in" to the robot.

Adding/Syncing Contacts

To the temi mobile app: Contacts are added/synced automatically. Requirements: the contact must have the latest temi mobile app, and their phone number must be saved with a country prefix. If a contact uses a different phone number for activation than the one saved, they will not appear.

With the temi robot: Contacts are synced with the "Owner's" temi mobile app. If a contact is not visible on the mobile app, they will not appear on the robot.

Scan QR: The "Scan QR" screen is used for activating temi or logging into the temi Center.

Activity Stream: This shows recent activity and information from interactions with temi, including notifications, pairing information, and captured photos/videos/GIFs. Access via the "More" tab > "Activities".

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the mobile app contact list, the Scan QR screen, and the Activity Stream.

Calls and Availability

Calls Display: Use the "Calls" tab to view the call log. Go to the "Contacts" tab to view all temi contacts.

Availability Display: Go to the "temi" tab to view your temi(s), status, and battery percentage. A magnifying glass icon allows searching for contacts. A yellow icon indicates temi is busy; a gray icon means unavailable; a green icon means available.

Profile & More: Access tutorials, support, the temi app store, dark mode, and about information. Users can also manage their profile picture and email.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the Calls Display, Availability Display, and Profile & More sections of the mobile app.

Talk to temi

temi is voice-controlled. All commands should begin with "Hey temi." Once the microphone icon appears, speak your command, or tap the temi logo on the screen.

Example Commands:

• "Hey temi, what can you do?"
• "Hey temi, tell me a joke"
• "Hey temi, take a picture"
• "Hey temi, who is Babe Ruth?"
• "Hey temi, set timer for 10 seconds"
• "Hey temi, call mom"
• "Hey temi, find me pizza in NYC"
• "Hey temi, what's the weather?"
• "Hey temi, what's on the news?"
• "Hey temi, play Madonna"
• "Hey temi, connect Bluetooth"
• "Hey temi, pair Bluetooth"

? TIP: temi understands voice commands best when the user talks clearly and in a natural pace.

Diagram Description: The screen of the temi robot is shown displaying the prompt "Hey temi, how are you?", followed by examples of voice commands in speech bubbles.

Talk to Alexa

Alexa is a voice-controlled virtual assistant. When activated, a blue bar appears on temi's screen, or you can tap the Alexa icon.

Example Commands:

• "Alexa, what can you do?"
• "Alexa, tell me a joke"
• "Alexa, turn on the light"
• "Alexa, tell me the time"
• "Alexa, who is Babe Ruth?"
• "Alexa, what's on the news?"
• "Alexa, set timer for 10 seconds"
• "Alexa, play Kendric Lamar on Amazon Music"
• "Alexa, what's the weather?"
• "Alexa, order an Uber"
• "Alexa, find me pizza in NYC"
• "Alexa, give me a pasta recipe"

For a full command list, visit https://theassistant.io/commands.

? TIP: Using the temi skill for Alexa, you can control temi's movement, calls, locations, and more with Alexa commands.

Video Calls

To make a call from temi:

• By voice: Say "Hey temi, call [Contact Name]". This is currently only available with the "Hey, temi" assistant.
• By physical touch: Call a member or owner via their temi mobile app or the temi Center.

Video Call View: Controls during a video call via the mobile app include screen touch for robot control and a "locations" button. Users can switch between Call control view and Robot control view.

Video Calls: Mobile App: Select a contact in the "Contacts" tab to choose between connecting to their robot or video calling their mobile device. Admins and Members "hop in" automatically; contacts require acceptance. Alerts for map issues during calls will appear on both the mobile device and temi. Driving to locations is unavailable during calls; return temi to its Home Base after the call to restore its map.

Video Calls: temi Center: Video calls are also available through the temi Center. Refer to the temi Center User guide for details.

Contacts and Recent Calls: Access via the "8" icon on the top bar. Monitor icon calls the temi center. Call logs can be deleted on iOS (swipe left) and Android (via three vertical dots).

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the mobile app interface for calls, availability, profile, video call controls, map alerts, and contact management.

The temi Alexa Skill

Enabling the temi skill for Alexa allows you to use Alexa voice commands on any Alexa-enabled device to send or summon temi, call contacts, take photos, and have it follow.

Requirements:

• Your temi mobile app must be updated, activated, and registered with the same email as your Amazon/Alexa account.
• Search for and enable the "temi" skill in the Amazon Alexa Mobile app.
• On your robot, delink and relink your Alexa account.

Example Commands:

• "Alexa, tell my temi to come to the sofa" [Location name must be preset]
• "Alexa, tell my temi to call Mom" [Contact name must be available]
• "Alexa, tell my temi to take a picture"
• "Alexa, tell my temi to follow me"
• "Alexa, tell my temi to set this location as 'Kitchen'"
• "Alexa, tell my temi to go to Home Base"

Step-by-step guide: Details on linking the temi mobile app to your Amazon account and enabling the skill via the Alexa app are provided, including email verification and account linking.

On your robot: Go to Settings > Personal Assistant. Disconnect and reconnect your Alexa account. A code will appear on temi's screen, which you enter on Amazon.com/us/code.

Diagram Description: Screenshots illustrate the steps for linking the temi mobile app, enabling the skill in the Alexa app, and connecting the robot to Alexa.

Built-in Skills on temi

temi supports various built-in skills:

• iHeartRadio: Listen to music and podcasts. Examples: "Hey temi, Play Adele on iHeartRadio".
• YouTube: Watch videos. Example: "Hey temi, Play Madonna on YouTube".
• Yelp: Find restaurants. Example: "Hey temi, find me pizza in San Francisco".
• Bluetooth Connectivity: Play music from your phone/computer. Say "Hey temi, pair bluetooth" to set up.
• Weather: Check weather forecasts. Examples: "Hey temi, what's the weather?", "Hey temi, show me the weather in Barcelona tomorrow".
• Camera: Take photos, videos, and GIFs. Examples: "Hey temi, take a picture", "Hey temi, take a video", "Hey temi, take a sequence". Captured media appears in the activity stream.
• Knowledge: Ask questions. Examples: "Hey temi, who is Michael Jackson?", "Hey temi, how far is it from Australia to Belgium?".

temi's Tray

temi's tray provides a 12V output DC supply and can carry objects up to 6 pounds.

Diagram Description: A diagram shows temi's tray with connection ports.

Volume Control

Volume range is 1-10. Adjust volume by touching the '+' or '-' buttons on temi's head, or by voice command: "Hey temi, volume 7" or "Alexa, volume 7". The volume buttons also control screen brightness.

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Follow Mode

temi can follow you by tracking your face and body. To activate, stand in front of temi and tap the action button on its head. temi will search for you and display a confirmation. The top bar will indicate when temi has detected you.

temi's behavior in follow mode depends on user distance:

• Less than 4 feet: temi faces the user without driving forward.
• 4 - 8 feet: temi drives to the user and maintains an optimal distance.
• Greater than 8 feet: temi waits for the user to get closer.

? TIP: Lightly tap the interaction button to activate follow mode. Pressing the power button triggers privacy mode.

Diagram Description: Diagrams illustrate temi's behavior at different distances in follow mode (less than 4ft, 4-8ft, greater than 8ft).

Stopping

To stop temi from moving, tap the interaction button or say "Hey, temi stop".

? TIP: If temi fails to stop, press the power button until it shuts down.

Locations

Locations: on robot: temi can save locations within its mapped area. You can send temi to a saved location via temi, the mobile app during a video call, or the Map Editor on temi Center.

• Save location: Say "Hey temi, save this location as [Name]" or use the top bar menu.
• Go to location: Say "Hey temi, go to the [Name]" or use the top bar menu.
• Delete location: Use the top bar menu to select and remove locations.
• Patrol: Use the top bar menu to initiate a patrol route (requires at least 2 saved locations).
• Sort: Use the top bar menu to sort locations by Most Used or Recently Added.
• Positioning: Use the top bar menu to adjust temi's positioning.

Locations: Mobile app: During a video call, tap the icon to view saved locations. Add new locations by tapping the '+' button, typing a name, and saving. Saved locations are available on the screen.

Diagram Description: Diagrams show the process of saving, going to, deleting, patrolling, sorting, and positioning locations on the robot, and adding/going to locations via the mobile app.

? TIP: When using Alexa, locations can only be accessed manually by tapping the screen; voice command enablement is forthcoming.

Locations: temi Center

For robots on version 1.21 or higher, locations can be added and edited via the temi Center. Log in using the mobile app, go to Map Editor, select a map, and tap "Add Location". Name the location and set orientation/tilt level, then save. New locations must be within an existing map; use "Continue Mapping" for new areas.

Diagram Description: A screenshot shows the temi Center interface with the Map Editor and an "Add new location" dialog box.

Notifications

temi provides various notifications:

• Obstacles: An orange notification appears if a remote user tries to drive temi through an obstacle.
• Remote control: The top bar displays "remote" when a remote user is controlling temi.
• Camera off: A "camera off" notification appears if the remote user's camera is turned off.
• Reconnecting: A "reconnecting" notification appears when trying to re-establish a lost connection.
• Follow mode: The top bar displays "follow" when a remote user initiates follow mode.
• Searching: If follow mode is initiated and temi doesn't detect a person, "Searching" is displayed.

Top Bar Status Icons: Battery (status), WiFi (signal strength/connectivity), System Health (tap for disabled functions), Contacts (access list/calls), Locations (access menu), Home/Skill (toggle screens), Video Call (access ongoing call).

temi alerts users about new updates and low battery, in addition to Alexa notifications.

? TIP: "Alexa notifications" appear automatically when using Alexa's voice assistant.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show different notification scenarios and a diagram of the Top Bar with status icons.

Developer Tools

temi offers an SDK for third-party developers. Sign up for the developer program at https://www.robotemi.com/developers/. Within temi's Settings > Developer tools, you can find:

• Temi's WIFI IP Address
• ADB Port Opening
• Local NLP (customizable intents, works with "Hey temi" assistant)
• Find Mac Address (Settings > About)

Enabling LOCAL NLP prioritizes it over temi NLP. For developer/SDK questions, email developers@robotemi.com.

Diagram Description: A screenshot shows the temi screen with options for Stand by mode, Privacy Mode, and Shut down.

Modes

Three modes are available: Default (temi's standard behavior), Greet (temi turns and greets upon detection), and Privacy (camera/microphone muted, calls silenced). Modes can be scheduled via the temi Center.

Apps & Permissions: Settings > Apps & Permission > Permissions allows granting access to applications for face recognition, map, settings, and sequence.

temi Appstore - Market Place: Access via Settings > Apps & Permission > temi Store. Downloaded apps appear here; temi installs updates overnight. Visit https://market.robotemi.com/ to enable apps.

Auto-Return Mode: When activated, temi returns to a predefined location after a period of inactivity. Configure duration and return location in Settings > General > Auto Return.

Tours: The Tours app allows access to tours created in the temi Center, guiding users around a facility. Start a tour by tapping "Tours" on the screen. You can then select locations within the tour or end the tour.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show the temi screen with mode options and the Tours app interface.

Map & Navigation

Initially creating map: After setup, tap the Interaction Button to make temi follow you. Walk through all desired areas. Toggle "High Performance" mode ON for larger, more accurate maps. When done, have temi follow you to the Home Base, select "Send to Home Base", and then "Save Map". Back up your map on temi Center.

Map Alerts: "Locations not available" indicates temi has lost its map. Place temi on its Home Base to restore it. If the Home Base hasn't moved, select "NO" to restore the map and locations. If moved, select "YES" to save the new position.

Manually resetting map: If navigation is not working properly or to delete all locations, dock temi on its Home Base, then go to Settings > Map Editor > Map Options > Remap > Yes.

Map Editor: Access via Settings > Map Editor. Options include: Go To Location, View Options (hide/show elements), Scale, Add Elements (location, paths, virtual walls), and Map Options (Save, Edit Name, Remap, Backup, Start positioning). Locations, paths, and virtual walls can be added and edited.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show map creation steps, map alerts, and the Map Editor interface with various options.

Navigation Optimization

Navigate to Settings > Navigation to customize temi's navigation:

• General > Positioning: Toggle ON if temi's position is misaligned with the map; temi will spin to reorient.
• General > Stop Follow mode on Virtual Walls: When ON, temi will not enter areas with virtual walls in follow mode.
• General > Home Base Position Verification: When ON, temi prompts for position change confirmation when placed on the Home Base.
• Obstacle Avoidance > Sensors Settings: Configure sensitivity for ground depth cliff detection, ground depth, head depth, and front/back TOF sensors.
• Bypass Obstacles: When ON, temi detours to avoid obstacles.
• Navigation Timeout: Sets a time limit for temi to reach a location.
• Speed Control: Set navigation speed (Slow, Medium, High).

Tutorials and Best Practices: Check Mapping Tutorial or Best Practices guides for navigation and mapping advice.

Diagram Description: Screenshots show navigation settings menus like Positioning, Obstacle Avoidance, and Speed Control.