Drop & Mow Setup
Two steps. No wires. No excavation. Connect and mow.
Key claims
- Setup requires two steps — plug in station, launch from app CLM-DMS-001
- No perimeter wires, RTK stations, or magnets needed CLM-DMS-002
- The robot learns the lawn boundary autonomously CLM-DMS-003
- Multi-zone support — carry the robot to disconnected zones CLM-DMS-005
What's in the Box?
Every Volta subscription ships with:
- Lawn Companion (Model S26) — the robot itself
- Charging base station — IPX5 weatherproof outdoor charging dock
- Power adapter — for the base station
- Boundary markers (optional) — physical guides for complex edges
- Quick start guide
How It Works
Step 1: Place the Base Station
Position the charging base station on a hard, flat surface at the edge of your lawn. Plug it into a standard outdoor outlet. The base station is IPX5-rated — it stays outside year-round.
Step 2: Launch from the App
Open the Volta app, connect to your home Wi-Fi, and place the robot on the base station. Tap "Start First Mow" — the robot begins its exploration phase, building a visual map of your lawn.
Autonomous Boundary Learning
The Lawn Companion doesn't need you to walk the perimeter. Using its downward-facing camera and GNSS receiver, it identifies the boundary between lawn and non-lawn surfaces during its first few sessions.
Learning is progressive:
- First sessions — the robot explores and builds an initial coverage map
- Subsequent sessions — the map refines itself, becoming more accurate
- After several sessions — the boundary is established and mowing routes optimize
Multi-Zone Properties
Many properties have disconnected lawn zones — front yard, back yard, side strips separated by driveways. The Lawn Companion handles this naturally.
- Carry the robot between zones (19.5 lbs = one hand)
- For complex properties — multiple units, one per zone
- Each unit independently maps and maintains its zone
Connectivity & App
The Lawn Companion connects to your home Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz, 802.11 b/g/n). Communication flows:
- Robot ↔ Base Station — charging coordination
- Robot ↔ Cloud — map updates, schedule changes, firmware updates
- Cloud ↔ App — real-time status, scheduling, lawn health reports
Base Station Placement Tips
- Place on a hard, flat, level surface (concrete pad, patio)
- Ensure the robot can drive straight onto the base from the lawn
- Keep within range of your Wi-Fi signal
- Avoid direct sunlight exposure for optimal charging efficiency
Scope & Limitations
- Exact time required for complete boundary learning is not specified — it varies by property size and complexity
- Wi-Fi range requirements are not precisely specified — standard outdoor coverage applies
Evidence References
| Claim | Evidence | Tier |
|---|---|---|
CLM-DMS-001 | Two-step setup | Internal — drop-and-mow-setup.md |
CLM-DMS-002 | No infrastructure required | Internal — drop-and-mow-setup.md |
CLM-DMS-003 | Autonomous boundary learning | Internal — drop-and-mow-setup.md |
CLM-DMS-005 | Multi-zone support | Internal — drop-and-mow-setup.md |
