DIAMOND SELECT TOYS Lost in Space: Electronic Lights & Sounds B9 Robot Figure, Multi-colored, 10 inches, (AUG142281)

A fun remembrance of time long ago that takes me back to a simpler time. Lights and voice are great and looks original

There is a small switch on the bottom of the robot tred section . This switch is really a Demo Mode / Off / Play Switch . In Demo Mode , only the phrase " Danger , Danger , Will Robinson will play . Set the switch to " Play " and all the lights function continually and the voice box will blink in sync to the voice while this mode is activated . One activates the speaking via a square green button on the side of the robots middle section . The Off setting turns the entire unit completely off . No Demo or Play Mode will work . There are good instructions inside the box , under the tread assembly . I suspect people are hearing only the 1 Demo phrase and none of the others as listed on the box because of this "hidden" switch. One does not find out about this switch until it is out of the box and are possibly returning the unit as defective . Some people don't like taking theei collectables out of the original box or opening it . It's just a heads up here about the operation of the unit . The robot is a good item / fun to see and to listen to , but the switch could cause one to think it is not functioning properly until one reads the short instruction sheet enclosed .

The B-9 robot has been celebrated in many different forms through the years. Up until now, it's been my opinion that Trendmasters held the trophy for the best developed toy robot from this series, based on design and electronic features. But like all champions, they are set up to be knocked down. As of now, Diamond Select holds the title as "Best B-9 robot" in toy history. It's an excellent piece in every way. It goes without saying Diamond Select took the next step from Trendmasters and added the sequenced lights which are gorgeous. It really nails the magical aspects of the robot that bring him to life. They not only did that for the front section, but did so amazingly for the head piece as well. For added love they allow the robot to run with the sequence lights without having to activate his speaking phrases. Clearly Zach and company came to this project with lots of love and admiration for the show. One function not mentioned in the instructions and what may just be a happy accident is, if you hold the green button down and wait for the first phrase to start, it will then play all of them and then turn off. A pretty neat feature never mention! The claws can also be posed open or closed and the head piece can be manually moved up or pushed down but just slightly. The B9 also can be manually swiveled 360 at the waist area. The treads do have wheels but no wind up feature like the Trendmaster (no biggie). The B9 comes already equipped with batteries (3 triple A's). He stands roughly ten inches tall and is quite impressive in person. I have read some concern about the proportions from the top half seated on the lower leg section. From pictures I can see where it seems to be off, but honestly when you get it in person, it all looks completely in scale. I really think it's more an optical illusion like so many figures and toys that can't always be justified fully in photos or video. This is certainly one of those occasions. This is a definite must-have for any serious LIS fan. I absolutely love it.

had one from 15-20 years ago and it took a bit of a tumble, so was happy to grab a newer replacement, love the classic Lost In Space B9 design

I have always wanted a Robby the Robot collectible (toy), but those are priced way too high to get a decent one. My second favorite robot is the Lost in Space B9. Amazon had this Diamond Select version at a great price (which they continued to lower each day after I bought it until now they don't have it sold by them). Now, for thirty five dollars I know I can't expect a perfect replica of the B9 from the show, but I would say that Diamond's version is about 85-90% accurate overall. Where did they miss? Well, the color is certainly wrong being gray instead of silver. The proportions of the main body are a bit off being somewhat wider than it should be in relation to the rest of the body. The arms stick out from the side rather than straight forward as they should be. The face plate is a bit off. Those things not withstanding and a few other minor items, for thirty five dollars this is a wonderful little B9. When the switch on the bottom of the robot is in "Try" position and you push the "power pack" on the side, all the lights on the robot will light solid as the robot says "Danger! Danger Will Robinson!" If you move the switch to the "Play" position, all the lights on the robot will flash in a preprogrammed pattern for a few minutes then shut off. If you then push the "power pack" button, the robot will cycle through about fifteen different robot phrases in what sounds like the voice of Dick Tufeld. While the arms do stick out from the side, they can be posed so that they face forward similar to the original robot. If you watch one of the original black and white episodes, the gray color of this robot fits in quite well. Considering the price, my only real complaint about this robot is on the faceplate there is a lot of visible glue that appears to have been applied a bit haphazardly. Overall though I think it is a great bargain priced representation of the B9 robot and I enjoy having it on my desk while watching a bluray episode from the series.

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Better than I expected, glad I bought it. Finally got it out of the box to remove the old batteries. The switch one way plays only danger Will Robinson. The middle is off. The other direction plays the other phrases. If the video loads the first few phrases are with the weak batteries. The pause I put new batteries. The audio was more clear and louder and the lights more bright. The head turned when I pulled it up, but I wouldn't force it to turn due to twisting wires and it may break the plastic parts. The lower clear part also rotated by accident, it felt like there is a grove it slips out of but it went back in place. The head pulls up. Arms seem to work but didn't test them fully.

Lost in Space was a significant part of my childhood. I turned 65 in August, and LIS is still something I enjoy. I read another review by Major West, which sums up my feelings exactly. I initially thought I was replacing the old Trendmasters version I had years ago. I was never overly impressed with that one and eventually gave it to my great-nephew. I wanted something to remember Robot B-9, so I decided to replace it. When I received and opened the Diamond Select version, I was amazed. What an upgraded effort! Good job, and I would give it six stars if I could. I would have loved to have had this 60 years ago! Back in the day, I had the old multicolored Remco version. If you're an LIS fan or a robot enthusiast, don’t wait. Get this while you can. I might get another one just in case something happens to this one.

Purchased for my sisters bday, she loved it

Muy bonito

A Great, fantastic model of the B9 (Robbie the Robot). Well made and you can arrange his arms and claws. At first, he wouldn't speak but that was due to old batteries (bad connections). Has a "test-me" mode and a "play-mode" where he turns into quite the chatter-box, whilst lighting up his chest as he speaks. Note: you must animate him, as he really doesn't move about at all (he can roll manually). But, you can arrange his arms and claws. I don't suggest that you move his head all that much, as it's "extremely" limited and you might damage the wires and such that make his head blink (several colours, about it). This IS a fantastic toy, for adult fans of the show. I wouldn't recommend it for kids but, they wouldn't even understand, just what he represents. He does speak, a great many phrases from the show and can be a lot of fun. I've already shared video's of him saying many. Very bright lights but I wish, the sound were a bit louder but, it's a GREAT collectors version that is great fun. Here, in my pic... he's concurred my Candy Machine and is celebrating his victory! Such Fun..! Update: The B-9's supplied batteries could well be very low when you get him. Be certain to put in 3 new AAA batteries. He will be very bright, loud and clear. If, he should stutter or not finish a phrase, it's time for new batteries. Re-chargeable batteries won't do. The circuitry and audio amplifier need as much power as possible, for him to perform his best. He's great fun..!

７０代の私が、昔愛したアメリカTVドラマの宇宙家族ロビンソンのフライデー。ドクタースミスとのやりとりが目に浮かんできて最高。大きさも良く、可動も良く、何よりもあること自体がメチャクチャうれしい。孫には絶対さわらせない。

日本語で喋ると完璧でしたが