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(...) This set is probably my all time favorite lego set of any theme or any time period ever. It is absolutey amazing. I think that the designers of this set had a hugh amount of shear talent. I am pretty sure that nowadays they use computers to (...) (17 years ago, 14-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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I am trying to determine whether there is any compatibility between the RC trains infrared remote-control protocol and the Power-Functions infrared-protocol. Does anybody know definitely whether a Power-Functions transmitter has any effect on an (...) (17 years ago, 14-Oct-07, to lugnet.trains, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.technic)
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Hi Everyone, I just acquired an 8480 set ((URL) As I am sure that most of you already know, I have to say what a fun build this was. I wish LEGO Technic would produce more sets like this. I am not a fan at all of studless construction, to me sets (...) (17 years ago, 14-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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| | Re: What would YOU like to see from TECHNIC?
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(...) ((info)) (...) I would like to see Technic versions of classic Space/Town sets... 6950, 6861, 452, etc. Kind of an "all-growed-up" version. Failing that, it would be neat to walk into a store and see a minifig-scale model of (something) then (...) (17 years ago, 11-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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(...) Ok. I see the point with the powerloss and polarity requirements... but I don't think I'll ever see this change as a good thing. (...) I don't know about anyone else, but I don't want extension wires for compatibilty. I want "Conversion (...) (17 years ago, 11-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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I whole heartedly agree. In fact, I don't think I will be buying anymore sets unless I see a return to the basics. I *might* buy the 8275 Bulldozer but it too seems to have too many studless beams and liftarms for my taste. "Paul Sinasohn" (...) (17 years ago, 11-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) The two added wires (power lines) provide permanent, fixed polarity supply for IR receiver. The new connector precisely ensure that no polarity reversal is possible. Without that, the IR receeiver would have needed a rectifier bridge (...) (17 years ago, 10-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Ah yes. Thous I realy miss and hope we get to see something similar for the NXT. Ultimate Builder 3800 and Exploration Mars 9736 are my favorites. (17 years ago, 10-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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(...) I did it, I'll try to update my page with some internal photos. (...) The battery box delivers power through power lines (used by IR receiver) if the switch is not in neutral position, and C1 C2 whose polarity depends on switch position (and (...) (17 years ago, 10-Oct-07, to lugnet.robotics.nxt, lugnet.technic)
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(...) I'm waiting for mine to arrive. More in a week or two... :-) (17 years ago, 10-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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"Philippe Hurbain" <philohome@free.fr> wrote in message news:JpHqA1.FM@lugnet.com... (...) built internally? Your page seemed to suggest that someone had actually taken them apart, but there was no more information on there. Apart from the obvious (...) (17 years ago, 10-Oct-07, to lugnet.robotics.nxt, lugnet.technic)
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"Dan Berladyn" <dberladyn@hotmail.com> wrote in message news:Jpnu4I.G49@lugnet.com... (...) The way I grasp the concept is when (if?) the adapter (legacy) cable becomes available, it will probably connect to the C1 and C2 pins on the PF connector (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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No, you're not understanding how the system works. LEGO could have easily have made this very same system using the old two wire connector. The extra two wires don't do anything special. The more I think about things, the more turned off I am (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Well, consider the IR receiver is just one module sitting between the battery box and the motor; and nothing prevents anyone from replacing that with whatever they want; be it radio or bluetooth. Hopefully TLC will do something like that; but (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I can see your point. I'd say the four wire system made the new bulldozer easy to control with one infra red controller. But is it not the case that each function is switched off when a the next function is activated? I personally prefer the (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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Hi all, I am surprised that there isn't more discussion on this topic. LEGO introduces a new electrical system, there is some hype for a few months before it comes out and then that's it. No one seems to be discussing it, doesn't anyone have any (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) Hello David, It is OK (driver IC is thermally protected), but not recommanded. Only one XL motor can absorb more current than the dirver inside IR receiver is able to provide (800mA)... But why not if they are lightly loaded. There are some (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic)
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(...) I'll second this request for something other than vehicles. There are heaps of interesting machines out there that don't have wheels. Personally I've always wanted a working Lego Jacquard Loom. (...) Hear hear! Cheers Tim. (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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Here are a few of my ideas: robotic arm (advanced version of set #8094) carnival rides (set #4957 is a good start) areal cable car (similar to the one in idea book #8889) remote controlled hovercraft (could be moving around on wheels) airplane with (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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(...) Hi Kelly, thanks for dropping in. I didn't vote becasue i would buy anything. I deliberate on aspects such as parts and colour availability but the end result is a purchase. Even if it contains blue axle pins. I think you should produce all (...) (17 years ago, 9-Oct-07, to lugnet.technic, FTX)
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