Product Release Note

Date 02 February 2018

Label Software release 1.9.15 and 2.0.15
Product MiR100, MiR200 robots, MiRHook and MiRFleet
Replaces SW. 1.8.14/1.9.14 and 2.0.14
Released by Odin Skovsted

1. Description
This release includes improvements in both robots, hook and fleet. New features mainly apply to the
new Robot interface 2.0 whereas general improvements to both old and new interfaces are
described in section 3. Other improvements in 1.9.15 and 2.0.15.

End-of-life for SW v. 1.8.x

As from this release, the 1.8.x software is no longer updated. MiR100 Robots still running 1.8.x
software, can be upgraded using the MiR upgrader downloadable from the Distributor login page.
When upgraded to 1.9.14, the robots can be upgraded to 1.9.15 or 2.0.15.

MiRFleet upgrader

This release comes with the opportunity to upgrade MiRFleet from the operating system Ubuntu 12.04 to
the newest 16.04. MiRFleet can be used on all robots with the old Ubuntu, but an upgrade is recommended
as it contains extended security functions.

Note: The MiRFleet software version is not related to the Ubuntu version, but MiRFleet must run the same
software version as the robot, e.g. if the robot runs 2.0.15, the fleet must also run 2.0.15.

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2. New features
New Dashboard designer (2.0.15)
The Dashboard designer has been
improved. Drop-down menus and flexible
sizes of widgets make creation of
dashboards easier.

New Dashboard widgets (2.0.15)

New widgets are available for dashboards, most notably

the new Bluetooth: connect/disconnect BT buttons, build
Bluetooth cases and view Bluetooth status.

Bluetooth in Mission editor

In the Mission editor, Bluetooth input is now an option in If and While actions.

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New mapping method: Cartographer

This release comes with two different mapping methods: Hector (default) and Cartographer (new).
Hector is the traditional method that records and compiles data in one map during the mapping.
Cartographer is a newer method that records multiple smaller maps and then compiles those into
one map after the recording session.

The mapping tools in the robot interface are the same for both methods, but due to the way the two
mapping methods work, it is recommended to do the mapping using different driving patterns. See
the manual.

Multimapping function (2.0.15)

A multimapping function has been introduced, enabling remapping and expansions of existing
maps. This can be done either by mapping a new area adding it to an existing map or uploading and
appending the uploaded map to an existing map. The multimapping function applies to both above-
mentioned mapping methods.

Path guides (2.0.15)

Path guides make it possible to create paths that forces the robot to follow a strict lane between start
and an end positions.

In environments where multiple robots operate, an obvious application of path guides would be to
create right-hand drive paths where two robots can pass each other without stopping to recalculate
each time they meet. This is done by creating one path guide going from A to B and another one in
the opposite lane going from B to A.

Service book (2.0.15)

The new service book makes it possible to enter notes for example about changes made in the
robot and share those with other users. The notes can be read by all user groups and cannot be
deleted.

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Manual available in Robot Interface (2.0.15)

The MiR Robot 2.0 Reference guide is now available in the Help menu in all user interface
languages. The browse and search functions make it easy to find topics.

Improved cart positions

Cart positions are now aligned with the front of the cart, instead of the middle, making them
independent of the size of the cart.

Important! The adjustment of existing positions will happen automatically when the software is
upgraded, but in some cases, it might require some manual fine-tuning, e.g. if positions are
placed close to a wall.

3. Other improvements in 1.9.15 and 2.0.15

• Mapping editor: improved user experience when editing maps.

• Issue with CPU overload fixed.
• Dashboards: improved user experience in Dashboards, e.g. problem with empty dashboards when
importing site files from older versions is solved.
• Bluetooth relays page adapted to use only REST
• Lift status in Fleet now works correctly.
• Large maps can now be handled in iOS
• WiFi option added in recovery mode
• Mode for monitoring of WiFi strength
• Non-ASCII characters in WiFi password and email now possible
• Planner issues fixed
• Robot collisions with large footprint
• Footprint changes in mission actions could lead to planner crash.
• MiR failing on final docking movement when too close to goal fixed.
• Update of hook parameter changes is done immediately and not after a reboot.
• Improved memory usage in the robot.
• Improved 3D camera connectivity
• Positions & Markers page has been removed and is now fully integrated in the Mapping page.

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4. Upgrade guide for the new MiR Robot Interface 2.0

Before upgrading to Robot Interface 2.0, you need to apply the latest software version of the (old)
Web interface, which is currently 1.9.13. Older versions are not applicable. In the upgrade path
illustrated below, you can see the software versions that are mandatory to apply before upgrading
from 1.9.13 and on to 2.0.

1.8.14 to 1.9.14: Use the “MiR Upgrader v1.0 Robot v1.9.14” found on the Distributor site under
Downloads to upgrade from 1.8.14 to 1.9.14.

1.9.x to 2.0.x: Use the “Upgrade Kit 2.0.14_MiR100.zip” found on the Distributor site under
Downloads (SW version 1.9.14) to upgrade from 1.9.x to 2.0.x.

5. Where to find the software files

Log in to the Distributor site on our website: http://www.mobile-industrial-robots.com/account and select
Downloads. Select product and download the file.

Notes:
1. Always run identical software versions on MiRHook and robots.

6. Contact information
MiR Technical Support
Telephone: +45 24 465 777
Mail: support@mir-robots.com

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