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Re: JCX and Legos to appear in Denmark next week
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lugnet.robotics
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Wed, 17 Sep 2003 19:20:21 GMT
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So Bruce,
How much is a JIS (JCX Invention System) going to cost?
Here is my definition of a JIS:
It would include the JCX, cable to download firmware/programs, software and
documentation, 2 motors, 3 sensors, enough parts to suffiently build a
working robot using most or all included building components with a
construction booklet for 2-4 models, and an easy to understand tutorial on
how to program in Java.
Basically what i am saying is, if you are going to offer more powerful
product for the Lego community (partly of which do not know Java
programming) to use in lieu of an RIS, then you will probably need to supply
enough pieces in a starter kit to provide an "out of the box" experience.
For $500 US, I would hope your product is more than a main controller with a
couple off included "add-on" boards. Especially since it is not neatly
wrapped in a Lego style shell. If your product only replaces the RCX for
that price then I wish you the best of luck in future adventures because
this one is priced too high for the common market. Handiboards are cheaper.
Rob
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 | | Re: JCX and Legos to appear in Denmark next week
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| "Rob Hendrix" <rhendrix.removebefo...g@cei.net> wrote: [snip] (...) If it's aimed at the Lego community they're likely to have some bricks already. I don't think it's ever been pitched as being "in lieu" of and RIS. It's a programmable brick which (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.robotics)
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| | JCX and Legos to appear in Denmark next week
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| The very first production units of JCX ((URL) will be displayed and demonstrated next week in Aarhus, Denmark, at this conference: (URL) so if any of you are in the area it would be fun to meet. We will be showing the JCX sensor and motor boards, (...) (21 years ago, 17-Sep-03, to lugnet.robotics)
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