Virtual boundaries allow you to change the working area in the app without moving the perimeter wire. This is convenient when a new flower bed, play area, or seasonal obstacle appears in the garden.
Digital boundaries are easier to change, but they need to be checked
The perimeter wire physically defines the area, so changes in the garden may require moving it. On the wireless model's map, boundaries and restricted zones are changed digitally, if the selected software allows it. This is useful when a new flower bed, repair, or temporary object appears. However, the change itself must maintain a reliable route. By closing one passage, you may accidentally isolate an entire zone from the station. Therefore, when editing the map, it is worth thinking not only about the object being bypassed, but also about the connections of the entire area.
Wireless navigation can rely on RTK, LiDAR, cameras, or a combination of them. This choice affects installation and working conditions, so check the capabilities of each ANTHBOT version separately. A wireless robot should not be equated with a device that no longer requires any settings or physical protections. Dangerous edges, water, and unsuitable terrain must be prepared according to the instructions. After a change in the garden, monitor the first job and check the return to the station. It is precisely a clear map and a safe area that allow for convenient daily use, not just once at the start.
How to adapt this in practice?
Precise navigation and a properly created map remain essential. The wireless robot must understand the working boundaries and move safely between areas, so environmental sensors and installation conditions are important.
- Mark permanent and temporary restricted areas on the map.
- After changing the boundaries, check the connection of all zones to the station.
- Follow the physical protection and distance requirements near hazardous areas.
- For the first time, check the newly edited area by observing the robot.
Practical example
If a pool is installed on the lawn in summer, it is not enough to simply reduce the mowing area. A safe distance must be maintained, following the instructions, and it must be checked whether the remaining area is still accessible. Virtual editing makes the change easier, but the owner must responsibly assess the new object and route.
Does the absence of a wire mean that the robot can work anywhere?
No. The model has its own navigation, terrain, driving, and safety conditions. The wireless solution changes the method of setting boundaries, but does not eliminate all area preparation requirements.
What is worth remembering?
Before starting a new zone, check it. Technology reduces some installation work, but does not change responsible garden preparation.
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