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(...) More inputs, certainly. Lots more. Outputs could do with fewer additional, since there is less 'critical' need for more motions. (...) I like someone's idea of a separate battery box, so you can split the load. (26 years ago, 4-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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(...) I want solar panels. K'NEX can drive a huge ferris wheel on their solar panels... why couldn't I run a Robioptic off solars, too? Mike -- Did you check the web site first?: (URL) (26 years ago, 4-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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Hey, sounds like an oportunity for someone. A huge solar panel (well, huge compared to the RCX itself) with a cord that connects to the AC/DC power input on the RCX. Probably only need to generate 9 Volts at an amp or so to run. Has anybody measured (...) (26 years ago, 4-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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While talking about separating the battery pack from the RCX it occurred to me that having the thing forget all the firmware whenever you change the batteries is a *pain*. Making the RCX retain this in a semi-permanent or permanent fashion would be (...) (26 years ago, 4-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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(...) I have been able to change batteries without losing firmware or programs. Just line the new batteries up in the correct orientation, flip all the old ones out (it helps to have the +ve end such that your thumb goes to the larger gap there) and (...) (26 years ago, 5-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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(...) Whereas I have lost it several times form turning the RCX off.. a real pain. Jasper (26 years ago, 18-Jan-99, to lugnet.robotics)
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