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Re: Power Functions Element Pics (inc Plugs)
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lugnet.technic, lugnet.robotics
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Date:
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Wed, 28 Feb 2007 07:32:32 GMT
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On 28/02/07, Dan Berladyn <dberladyn@hotmail.com> wrote:
> > OK, here's a few while you wait :-)
> >
> > Basic system as used in the creator dinosaur set 4958 (inc handset &
> > battery
> > box):
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_basic_system_for_dinosaur.jpg
> >
> > RC IR receiver:
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_ir_rx_front.jpg
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_ir_rx_rear.jpg
> >
> > Large motor (inc plug top):
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_large_motor.jpg
> >
> > Medium motor (inc stud recesses on bottom and plug bottom):
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_medium_motor.jpg
> > http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/mbellis/Technic/Power-Functions/pf_medium_motor_bottom.jpg
> >
> > Mark
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>
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> I can't say that I am a fan of the "permanent wires" or the connector end
> itself, but perhaps I just don't like change. I wonder if there will be
> extension cables for sale? Actually the more I think about it, the more I
> forsee the attached cables being a problem (either too long or too short).
>
> Thanks for the pics.
>
> Dan
Hmm, I will add my voice in saying thanks for the pics. Definitely interesting.
I agree that I would prefer to have connector terminals on active
bricks, and not permanently attached cables.
What also I find awkward is that we now have divergence in Lego
connector styles, which is not a great thing. There is the old style
two core, which I can reasonably agree is no longer adequate. the NXT
connector, and this connector. It does not bode well for expanding
sets with compatible pieces. I realise that the NXT connectors are in
many ways not quite "Lego Like", but they are a very appropriate
connector, with good firm connections.
Will adaptor cables be available for this new style to be usable with
the NXT maybe? I would love to be able to connect that IR receiver
there to it.
One more thing (and I am in danger of having missed another thread if
it was mentioned there) - has the IR been figured out here yet? Is it
similar to the Manas protocol?
Cheers,
Danny
--
Danny Staple MBCS
OrionRobots
http://orionrobots.co.uk/blogs/dannystaple
(Full contact details available through website)
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