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Re: Heads up: Vision Command Sale
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lugnet.loc.ca
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Mon, 20 Aug 2001 12:57:04 GMT
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In lugnet.loc.ca, Matthias Jetleb writes:
> > Is this of any use at all without a Mindstorms kit? I'll get an RCX
> > eventually, when they go on enough discount, but should I pick this up in
> > the meantime? Assuming there are any at my store, of course.
> >
> > Cheers, Heather
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> Yes, it is. In fact it doesn't use the RCX at all. It plugs into your
> computer via a 5m cable (USB) and the software for it runs on your
> desktop. You can optionally send commands to an RCX (if you have one)
> to change direction depending on what it sees, but it isn't necessary.
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> In fact, one of the "models" shown in the constructopedia is for a
> monitor mount. There's also a "shutter" button on it like a normal
> camera so you can take digital stills.
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> Matthias Jetleb
> VA3-MWJ
Thanks, guys. I was thinking it might be just an input to the RCX like the
other sensors, but it seems like just a webcam. I think I'll pass, then...
I also use Windows 2000, which I understand will be a problem? I have one
of Future Shop's bargain Studios sets on backorder, so when that shows up
that'll do me, I think; I'll face the OS issue when I come to it.
Cheers, Heather
--
Heather Patey
Pirate Wench / Brick Detective
LUGNET Member #490
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| (...) Yes, it is. In fact it doesn't use the RCX at all. It plugs into your computer via a 5m cable (USB) and the software for it runs on your desktop. You can optionally send commands to an RCX (if you have one) to change direction depending on (...) (23 years ago, 17-Aug-01, to lugnet.loc.ca)
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