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(...) Yes and Yes *1 Do it all the time. The 9v transformer that comes with LEGO 9V Trains is perfect for plugging into the RCX. I also have had an RCX plugged in for about a year and a half with batteries inside to boot (*not* officially (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jun-02, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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Derek, I think the sensor you need really depends on the application. I believe a compass would be better for absolute positioning, and a gyro would be better for relative positioning. I don't really know a lot about gyro's, but I think that will (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jun-02, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | RE: intro and question
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(...) Dean, all of these points are valid. I first learned to program on my HP-41CV calculator, which is a wierd mix of Forth and Assembler. In the end, the deep knowledge of what's happening at the chip level makes me a much better and versatile (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jun-02, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | Re: LEGO cuts the price of the RCX Brick
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The 9709 RCX Programmable Brick is sold out on LEGO.com but I know that the LEGO Outlet store in Dawsonville Georgia still have a bunch, and for the same price. They will ship to anywere in the US, 706-216-2800. jt ---...--- James J. Trobaugh (...) (23 years ago, 18-Jun-02, to lugnet.robotics.rcx, lugnet.market.shopping)
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| | RCX 1.0 power questions
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1) Can I change the batteries when the RCX is plugged in without losing programming? Is it safe to do? 2) Can I unplug the RCX (with working batteries in it) transport it then plug it in without losing programming? Jude (23 years ago, 18-Jun-02, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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