In the past 3 years (all I can speak for) the robots have started directly in front of the player stations and during elim's they had the choice of which side (A or B station) align their robot.
This year, the robot starts on the far side of the field. A little past the midway point and it's first forward movement would put it into the opponents scoring zone. The robot is to be over the white line that is centrally 3 feet from either side of the field barriers (Rail / Ramp). From the looks of it, the alliances may choose each match where to place their robot. I have yet to read a rule stating they cannot but:
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GM9 During the setup for each match, robots must be placed totally within their starting areas.
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No real definition of the designated areas other than Far Side of the Midfield Barrier.