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(...) I'd like to be cutting in to this transformer conversation, since ... I'd like to know what kind of adapter I could use (and how) for supplying my RCX with power, since it has no inlet. I have tried to use DC adapters for 6, 9, and 12 Volts, (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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I followed the link but can't see any mention of the hardware compatibility of leJOS. Is anyone involved with the project planning to test it against the new RCX 2.0 brick and USB tower? Mark. (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.java)
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(...) I've used the Train Transformers with great success. If you look close at your RCX you'll notice 9-12~ Anything from 9 to 12 volts AC or DC will work fine. Though to prevent your RCX's Diode Bridge from burning out AC is better. (Shares the (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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(...) Well on the back of the LEGO train power supply it list Output as 12VAC 7VA, so I'm assuming that the DC conversion is done in the speed regulator, I couldn't tell you why. But it's good to know I can use this power supply with a 1.0 RCX since (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | Re: Be VERY careful with that train transformer (was:Proper power supply for a 1.0?)
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(...) heh, notice that the original question was about the "power supply that goes with the 0v train spee dregulator" - so we're talking about lego transformers, not just any train transformer. :) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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(...) true - but I think the RCX input is rated 9-12V. I don't have a train transformer here, but wouldn't it be outputing 12VDC? Can't imagine why they'd put a AC to DC converter in the regulator... Anyway, we've used the train transformers many (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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What is the proper voltage for a external power supply for a 1.0 RCX? Can I use the power supply that goes with the 9v train speed regulator? I believe the train transformer outputs 12VAC. jt (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | where to look for in the legos source? gcc2.95.2 and win200?
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I found in the linux pcmcia forum, that the serial pcmcia card from Socket Communications, which I want to use to download programs to rcx, sets the speed internally four times faster then expected. Is there a possibility in the firmdl3 and (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Re: problems with legos on notebook
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Hallo Ross! I found in the linux pcmcia forum, that the socket pcmcia card, which I am using, sets the speed internally four times faster then expected. Is there a possibility in the firmdl3 and dll-source to divide the speed for the serial port by (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Re: New release of leJOS for Windows
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That'll be (URL) guess its getting late. (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.java)
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| | New release of leJOS for Windows
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Hi, I have just released v 1.0.2.RC1 of leJOS for windows. Major new additions include: - More complete thread support - Fix to rotational sensor code - New behavioural and Navigation APIs - Various other fixes/additions. Full release notes can be (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.java)
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I checked all commands of legOS, but I can't find any commands for message, may I use message in legOS? Zhengrong (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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| | Feeding the RCX 1.0 from RIS 1.5
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Hi, I'd like to know what kind of adapter I could use (and how) for supplying my RCX with power, since it has no inlet. I have tried to use DC adapters for 6, 9, and 12 Volts, all without success. I connected them to the plates inside the battery (...) (23 years ago, 22-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | EmuLegOs lives again
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EmuLegOs now supports LegOS 0.2.4 API Those who have been on the list for awhile may remember the LegOS emulator EmuLegOs, which lets you run and debug your LegOS programs on your PC. It had not been actively maintained since LegOS 0.1.x. I've (...) (23 years ago, 21-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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Hi, I just remembered that just pressing the "respond" button doesn't work with this list, because you also have to change the address, so sorry Frank, you read the following already... OK, now for the message: I used it to generate a Minimum (...) (23 years ago, 21-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | Re: Convert NQC to legOS
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(...) If it could take an NQC program and convert it, ready to go, into LegOS. That would be very cool. Many of us just don't understand C very well and to be able to just tweak our progs for the better power and speed would be very welcome. But (...) (23 years ago, 21-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos, lugnet.robotics.rcx.nqc)
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I have been thinking about how to convert NQC program to legOS program when I found standard firmware only supports 8 levels output, but legOS can support 255 levels. I wanted to write the converting software by myself, but I don't have enough time (...) (23 years ago, 21-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos, lugnet.robotics.rcx.nqc)
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| | Re: RIS2.0/legOS/linux and win98
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Hey, I have the same question! I've been driving myself crazy for the last few days trying to find some information on the subject. I sent an e-mail to Markus Noga, the author of LegOS and he said it doesn't support USB, only serial. I cant even (...) (23 years ago, 20-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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I calculated the acceleration of gravity once with a light sensor, touch sensor (for timing purposes), a ruler, and ROBOLAB 2. It didn't involve a whole lot of data so it didn't make it into the Sample Projects of ROBOLAB Investigator, but some (...) (23 years ago, 20-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | RIS2.0/legOS/linux and win98
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Hello folks. Just got my RIS2.0 from Target and installed the Lego GUI based thing. I've also installed legOS in Win98 and linux and I'm getting ready to start hacking but I have a few questions. (1) Does anybody have experience with the USB tower (...) (23 years ago, 20-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx.legos)
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