Bart and Homer AIBO (210, 220, 31x)

Bart and Homer Aibo are two themed personalities created by 'teamdax' for fans of the Simpsons.

(artwork and other instructions also by teamdax)

Supported AIBOs

- ERS-210 supported.
- ERS-220 supported.
- ERS-311/312 supported.

Required Hardware:

An ERS-210 model AIBO OR
An ERS-220 model AIBO OR
An ERS-31x model AIBO (311 Latte, 312 Macaron or 31L Pug)
A Pink Programmable Memory Stick (AKA "PMS" or RCode stick) - ERA-MS008 or ERA-MS016, $34->$39
A memory stick reader to install the software (Use only Sony brand stick readers)

Installation:

Put an available PMS stick into your computer's stick reader
Select any folders you see at the root of the stick (usually OPEN-R and CUSTOM) and delete them. Do not format the stick.
Download the proper RCodePlus runtime for the model of your AIBO.
- For the ERS-210: RCode Plus 2.52 'A' (210)
- For the ERS-220: RCode Plus 2.52 'A' (220)
- For the ERS-31x: RCode Plus 2.52 'A' (31x)
- (Save this .ZIP file on your computer. You may want to use it again later.)
Unzip this RCodePlus file to the root of your PMS memory stick.
Download one of the available personalities:
- Bart: bart23.zip (~ 1/2 MB)
- Homer: homer23.zip (~ 3/4 MB)
Unzip that file on top of your RCODE/PMS stick (replacing any files it asks about).
Put the memory stick inside your AIBO and start it up.
Play with your AIBO. Follow the instructions (see below).

Usage instructions - Bart and Homer

Homer and Bart are two of the main characters in The Simpsons. Homer is lazy, usually thinking of food, beer or sleep. Bart is cheeky. Both are loud, in your face character individuals, who sometimes act before thinking.

General information about the personalities

Homer and Bart are separate personalities- either can run in a 210, 220 or 31x. If you have 2 Aibos, the two personalities are designed to recognise each other. If they are popular teamdax may add other characters (Marge, Lisa etc etc).

New feature- they can walk and talk at the same time. You can also pause them by saying STOP (more details below)

If either character seems to freeze- try giving them a verbal command- if that doesnt work- press the head button- if that doesnt work tip them on their side.

Specific commands/ actions (for either personality)

Taking a photo - is a two-stage process. First press the head button. When you release the head button he will make a suitable verbal command, and quickly take a photo. You can also use the voice command "Take a picture"

Singing. Both characters have The Simpsons theme song (they sing at boot up). You can replay this, and other songs. It is up to you to discover how.

Interaction/ Autonomy- Both personalities are fairly active (although Homer will lay-down more than Bart). If you leave them alone they will wander around, talking/ singing to themselves. However they love to interact with people- so try talking to them. They respond very well to most of the standard voice commands (see below).

Voice commands- most of the voice commands have been customised. Try them out to see what treats are in store. Both personalities will take directions (turn left, sit, stand, turn around etc). Some recommended voice commands include "Whats your name", "are you hungry", "cheer up". Try out the others too, there are several surprises.

"Stop"- If Homer or Bart get into trouble, or if you just want them to sit perfectly still for a while, say "STOP". They will sit down, and remain still (and quiet) until you press the head button.

NOTE: These are YART personalities, so feel free to modify them