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Re: Wall Wart for RCX
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lugnet.robotics
Date: 
Tue, 20 Apr 1999 13:17:03 GMT
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S. Crawshaw <sc10003@eng&IHateSpam&.cam.ac.uk>
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On Mon, 19 Apr 1999, Robert McMahan wrote:

Size.)  The size is easy to determine via trial and error, but I need to
know the polarity first.  Any assistance would be appricated.  Thanks in

Polarity is irrelevant - the RCX accepts AC or either polarity of DC, and
any voltage in the marked range.

There have been previous messages regarding use of non-Lego-brand
adaptors; a search on lugnet should find them. (But on the whole there
should be no problem)

Stuart

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Did you check the web site first?: http://www.crynwr.com/lego-robotics



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  Re: Wall Wart for RCX
 
I use a Radio Shack 12v 500mA AC to DC adapter, as per advice I found a long time ago by searching lugnet. Apperently it doesn't matter if it's AC, DC, or what polarity goes into the tip. (25 years ago, 20-Apr-99, to lugnet.robotics)

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  Wall Wart for RCX
 
I am attempting to find a wall wart to power my RCX. I have several that are within the power range specified, but I am unable to find any documentation on the format of the barrel (Positive, or Negative Tip, and Size.) The size is easy to determine (...) (25 years ago, 19-Apr-99, to lugnet.robotics)

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