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Re: Proper power supply for a 1.0?
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lugnet.robotics.rcx
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Thu, 23 Aug 2001 18:53:35 GMT
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In lugnet.robotics.rcx, Dean Husby writes:
> "James J. Trobaugh" wrote:
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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.
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> > jt
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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 load) I've had
> RCX's power for weeks on the train transformers with no problems. Just be aware
> that the RCX output will jump to around 9.3 volts. No danger to LEGO items but
> any custom items might not like it.
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> Dean
> --
> Dean Husby
> LUGNET Member #320
> TFM's LEGO Workshop - www.akasa.bc.ca/tfm
> The Vancouver LEGO Club - www.akasa.bc.ca/vlc/
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, all without success.
I connected them to the plates inside the battery compartment (with the
right polarity), but the RCX didn't even squeek. None of them supplied more
than 1.25 Ampères of current, however. What is the solution to this (except
for buying an RCX from the RIS 1.0)?
Thank You!
Grtz.,
Remko
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| (...) First off have you connected the right two plates? First, I'd suggest using a 9 volt battery to find the right two plates. The RCX has built in reversed polarity so with a 9volt battery you won't damage anything. THEN ONLY USE 9 volts (...) (23 years ago, 23-Aug-01, to lugnet.robotics.rcx)
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| | Re: Proper power supply for a 1.0?
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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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