This article is for robots running PolyScope 5. If your robot runs PolyScope X, see How to Set Your Robot's Passwords (PolyScope X).
Your Universal Robots cobot uses three separate passwords — administrator, operator, and safety. Each one unlocks a different part of the robot. This guide shows you how to change each one on PolyScope 5.
Password Defaults
These are the default passwords set by Hirebotics. If you change them, keep a copy in a safe place because we cannot reset them for you.
Password Type | Default Value | Purpose |
Administrator |
| Manage the robot's settings and programs |
Operator |
| Switch between operational modes |
Safety |
| Change or apply the robot's safety settings |
Change a Password
Important
The passwords cannot be reset if they are forgotten. Keep a copy in a safe place. If you are locked out, the robot's SD card must be reflashed and the software reinstalled, with risk of data loss.
Administrator Password
Use this password to manage the robot's settings and programs.
On the teach pendant, open the menu, then tap Settings.
In the Password section, tap Admin.
For Current password, enter your current administrator password. If none is set, enter the default
beaconbot.
Enter your new password in the New password and Confirm new password fields, then tap Apply.
Operator Password
Use this password to switch the robot between Manual mode and Automatic mode.
On the teach pendant, open the menu, then tap Settings.
In the Password section, tap Mode.
For Current password, enter your current operator password. If none is set, enter the default
operator.
Enter your new password in the New password and Confirm new password fields, then tap Apply.
Safety Password
Use this password to change or apply the robot's safety settings.
On the teach pendant, open the menu, then tap Settings.
In the Password section, tap Safety.
For Current password, enter your current safety password. If none is set, enter the default
ursafe.
Enter your new password in the New password and Confirm new password fields, then tap Apply.
How to Verify
After you tap Apply, the password is saved. Use the new password the next time the robot asks for that password.
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