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VEX Startup and Troubleshooting Guide

Written by Chris Hurd.

Question: The VEX hardware and software never seem to work well together in my classroom, do you have any troubleshooting hints to make it all work? Solution: Thank Jim for this… He pulled together many resources into one right here. From start up to connecting, to flinging across a football...

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Project Idea: USB Powered LED Sign

Written by Chris&Jim CIM.

All files for this project are attached in a zip file at the link below. These files include: All inventor part files: tweak to your heart’s content DWG Files to check tolerances STL  files for a 3D Printer Laser files for the cover & Sign Various pictures to help with assembly USB LED...

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

Written by Chris&Jim CIM.

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?

Written by Chris&Jim CIM.

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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SUPERBOTS: Lynxmotion Robot Arm Upgrades

Written by Chris Hurd.

This week the CIM students in my class took the time to rebuild our Lynxmotion Arms, some of which have been running since 2009, without an problems. The screws were starting to come loose, and some of the servos were a little twitchy, so we used some grant money to get some new upgrades from The...

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HOW DOES THE SSC-32 USB WORK?

Written by Chris&Jim CIM.

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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