KugarWeb Posted February 8, 2014 Posted February 8, 2014 Hi there, It's been some years since I really "played" with Lego, being as I'm now 26 and don't really have the time for it anymore (but would love to!!). However, while having a bit of a clear out I came across my old Lego Mindstorms Kit (9719?) with the RCX 1.0 and serial-based IR sensor. To get back into it again I believe all I would need is a Serial to USB cable (one like this? http://www.amazon.co.uk/USB-RS232-Converter-Cable/dp/B00077DJIQ) and a virtual machine to run the software as I'm running Windows 7. I would be starting all over again obviously since I don't have the original computer I used to use and I can't seem to track down the CD that was included with the kit; so I guess I would need to source that from somewhere - any thoughts? I know most will probably say I should get the NXT or EV3 set but to be honest I just want to bring back some nostalgia I had as a 10 year old kid playing around with robotics. Would be nice just to see it working again; that's if the years of being tucked up in the loft haven't eroded the electronics! Anyway, any help would be much appreciated! Cheers! Quote
jtlan Posted February 8, 2014 Posted February 8, 2014 Hello! If you're not adverse to using third-party software, I highly recommend using Bricx Command Center and developing using NQC. It uses the same original firmware, but it's a lot easier to write more complex programs using an actual programming language. If you're on Windows 7, I'm not sure if a VM is necessary, since it should be backwards-compatible. As an aside, I'm a fan of the RCX -- sure it's a lot less powerful, but i'm a lot more used to building with beams and plates than the new studless pieces. The other nice thing, if you've actually got one of the original 1.0 versions, is the power jack on the back, allowing you to make robots that run for weeks at a time -- I once created one to water some plants while I was away on a trip. Best of luck! Quote
DrJB Posted February 8, 2014 Posted February 8, 2014 Check out philo's home page, I believe he has a link to the old RCX software. www.philohome.com Quote
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