How do I Handshake Lynx Robot to Lynx Robot

Question: I have two lynxmotion robots, and I want to make them talk to one another via inputs and outputs. How do I do this? Answer: You will need two robot arms using SSC32U controllers, a few 4N25 optical isolators a few resistors, FlowArm software and some wires and a breadboard and you are ready...

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Feetech Servo on the Lynxmotion AL5D Arm

Question: My new Lynxmotion AL5D robot arm from RobotShop came with a new servo called a Feetech. How come my arm works backwards now? Answer: Well…. because the servo may be installed backwards. I know, you looked at the picture on the directions, but the first one may be wrong. When they...

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How Do I start My Lynxmotion Robot With SSC-32U?

Question: How do I get my Lynxmotion robot to connect with my computer? I have the new USB version of the SSC-32. Answer: It is a little bit different, in that there is now only one switch, and it will connect every single time, as long as you follow the right steps.  The steps are listed below and...

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HOW DO I GET THE NEW SSC-32U UP AND RUNNING?

Question: How do I get the new SSC-32U up and running? Is it any different than before with the old one?   Solution: It is a little bit different, in that there is now only one switch, and it will connect every single time, as long as you follow the right steps.  The steps are listed below and can...

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Example Factories

Question: Do you have any sample factories I can show my students to get them excited? Solution: Sure do…. see the links below!  Be sure to send us any that you and your students do… we would love to feature them here! .youtube_sc iframe.yp{display:none;}The Adobe Flash Player is required...

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HOW DOES THE SSC-32 USB WORK?

Question: How does the new Lynxmotion SSC-32 USB from Robotshop work? Solution: Quite wonderfully I must say! Just imagine: no more 9 volt battery! No more usb to serial converter! Those two things alone make it a worthwhile upgrade. I have found that it connects flawlessly to the five different...

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