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Harfy in 10 Minutes

Get your Harfy robot assembled, powered on, and running its first demo program.

You'll love this!

By the end of this guide, your Harfy will be walking, waving, and responding to basic commands. The magic happens fast!

Prerequisites​

Before you start, make sure you have:

  • Harfy robot (unboxed)
  • Power adapter (included in box)
  • WiFi network with internet access
  • Smartphone or computer with web browser
Estimated Time

10 minutes from unboxing to first movement

Step 1: Physical Assembly (3 minutes)​

  1. Remove Harfy from packaging

    • Handle by the torso, avoid grabbing limbs
    • Remove all protective foam

  2. Check joint positions

    • All joints should be in "neutral" position
    • If any joint looks bent, gently move it to center

  3. Connect the power cable

    • Locate the power port on Harfy's back
    • Connect the power adapter (don't plug into wall yet)
Safety First

Always connect the cable to Harfy BEFORE plugging into the wall outlet.

Step 2: Initial Power On (2 minutes)​

  1. Plug in the power adapter

    • Harfy's chest LED will turn blue
    • You'll hear a brief startup chime

  2. Wait for WiFi setup mode

    • Chest LED will flash blue/white (about 30 seconds)
    • This means Harfy is ready for WiFi setup

  3. If LED turns solid red

    • This indicates a hardware issue
    • Unplug for 10 seconds and try again
    • Contact support if issue persists

Step 3: WiFi Connection (3 minutes)​

  1. Open WiFi settings on your device

    • Look for network: Harfy-XXXX (where XXXX is a unique ID)
    • Connect to this network (no password needed)

  2. Setup portal will open automatically

    • If it doesn't, go to: http://192.168.4.1
    • Select your home WiFi network
    • Enter your WiFi password

  3. Wait for connection

    • Harfy's LED will turn solid blue when connected
    • This may take 1-2 minutes
Pro Tip

Write down the IP address shown on the setup page - you'll use this for advanced programming later!

Step 4: First Movement (2 minutes)​

  1. Access the control interface

    • On your device, go to: http://harfy.local or use the IP from step 3
    • You'll see the Harfy Control Dashboard

  2. Run your first demo

    • Click "Wave Hello" - Harfy will wave at you!
    • Try "Stand Up" - Harfy will demonstrate its balance
    • Click "Dance" - Watch a short dance routine

  3. Basic movement controls

    • Use the directional pad to make Harfy walk
    • Adjust speed with the slider
    • Try the "Stop" button to halt all movement

Success! What You've Accomplished​

Your Harfy is now:

  • Assembled and powered
  • Connected to your WiFi
  • Responding to basic commands
  • Ready for programming and customization

Next Steps​

Now that Harfy is working, here's what you can do next:

Immediate Next Steps​

  • API Programming - Control Harfy programmatically (guides coming soon)
  • Voice Commands - "Harfy, walk forward" (feature coming soon)
  • Mobile App - Control from anywhere (app coming soon)

Dive Deeper​

  • Programming Tutorial - Write your first Harfy program (coming soon)
  • Custom Behaviors - Teach Harfy new tricks (coming soon)
  • ROS2 Integration - Advanced robotics programming (coming soon)

Get Connected​

Troubleshooting​

LED is solid red​

  • Cause: Hardware initialization failed
  • Fix: Unplug power for 30 seconds, then reconnect
  • Still red? Contact [email protected] with your Harfy serial number

Can't find Harfy-XXXX network​

  • Cause: Harfy may still be starting up
  • Fix: Wait 2-3 minutes after powering on
  • Still missing? Press and hold the chest button for 5 seconds to restart WiFi setup

Harfy won't move during demos​

  • Cause: Surface may be too slippery or uneven
  • Fix: Place Harfy on a flat, non-slip surface (carpet works great)
  • Still having issues? Check that all joints moved freely during assembly

Control interface won't load​

  • Cause: Device may not be on same WiFi network
  • Fix: Ensure your phone/computer is connected to your home WiFi (not the Harfy-XXXX network)
  • Alternative: Try using the IP address directly: http://[IP_ADDRESS]

Need More Help?​

  • Discord: Get real-time help from the community
  • Email: [email protected] for technical issues
  • Full Manual: Complete Harfy documentation (coming soon)
  • Video Guide: Watch the setup process on our YouTube channel

Congratulations! You've successfully set up your Harfy robot. Welcome to the AutoGence community!