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1. Activate Analyze Backwards Error 9 Flashing Forward O Start Stop 9 Touch Mechanical Air release Airbrake Backing alert Blip 4 Horn 1 Horn 2 Motor stop Ratchet Sonar Color Left Turn Blip 1 Laser Tick tack Detected Object Up Blip 2 Motor idle Walk Down Right Blip 3 Motor start Error alarm Searching LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Sound File List Movements Arm 1 Q Arm 2 Arm 3 Arm 4 Drop load Lift load Servo 1 Servo 2 Servo 3 Servo 4 Slide load Snap Speed down Speed idle Speed up Speeding Numbers Eight Five Four Nine One Seven Six Ten LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the Three Two Zero sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Sound File List Syste
2. du Brick Information tab EVa qu Eva 7 du Aailable Bricks tab LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Content Editor The Content Editor offers a convenient way for users to document the purpose process and analysis of their projects You can include text images videos sound effects and even building instructions Content Editor is also the place where already made content for example the Robot Missions are displayed and used Each page can be customized with different layouts and can automatically perform a range of actions such as opening specific programs or highlighting a particular programming block The Content Editor is located in the top right corner of the EV3 Software and is available whenever you are working on a project You open the Content Editor using the large button with the book icon Once the Content Editor is open you will be able to see whatever content has been made for a project or program The Content Editor consists of the following main areas and features 1 Open Close Content Editor Here you open and close the Content Editor Edit View Mode Allows you to view or edit your pages Page Navigation Go to the next or previous page Page Title Add a title to you
3. The EV3 text in the small window at the top will turn red when an EV3 Brick is connected to your computer Hardware Page Controller LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Hardware Page Brick Information The Brick Information tab displays important information about the EV3 Brick that is currently connected such as EV3 Brick name battery level firmware version connection type and memory bar It also gives you access to the Memory Browser and Wireless Setup tools Port View The Port View tab displays information about the sensors and motors connected to the EV3 Brick When your EV3 Brick is connected to the computer this information is automatically identified and you will be able to see the live values If your EV3 Brick is not connected you can still set up the Port View tab manually Select a port then select the appropriate sensor or motor from the list Available Bricks The Available Bricks tab shows the EV3 Bricks that are currently available for connection You are able to choose which EV3 Brick you want to connect to and the type of communication Also you can disconnect an existing EV3 Brick connection You can find more information about how to use the Hardware Page in the EV3 Software Help Sl
4. EV 3 SOFTWARE Tools Memory Browser It is easy to lose track of what you have stored on your EV3 Brick The Memory Browser provides an overview of memory use on your EV3 Brick including an SD card if you have it inserted You can use the Memory Browser to transfer programs sounds graphics and other files between your EV3 Brick and a computer and copy and delete files that are already on your EV3 Brick Download as App Advanced users may enjoy the challenge of creating applications for generic tasks on the EV3 Brick An EV3 Brick app is made as a normal EV3 program but when downloaded to the EV3 Brick using this tool it will show up as a new app in the Brick Apps screen together with the default apps such as Brick Programming and Port View Import Brick Program This tool will enable you to import a program made in the Brick Program App on the EV3 Brick to the EV3 Software programming environment Your program can then be further refined using the full functionality of the EV3 Software LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 TROUBLE SHOOTING EV3 Software Help Under Help at the top menu bar of the EV3 Software you will find access to the Help section The EV3 Help section is a comprehensive and structured resource that provides helpful in
5. Project Properties Page If you click on the tab with the wrench to the far left of the program tabs you will be taken to the Project Properties page This page gives you an orderly display of the project that is currently selected including all programs images sound and other assets Here you can describe your project with text images and video that will determine how the project shows up in the Lobby Project x Program x Program2 x Project and Program tabs LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Project Properties and Structure Project Properties displayed include 1 Project Description Give your project a title describe it and insert any images and video you would like to appear in the Lobby when the project is previewed 2 Project Content Overview Here you will find all assets included in the project for example programs images sounds and My Blocks 3 Daisy Chain Mode This check box enables the Daisy Chain Mode so you can program up to four connected EV3 Bricks 4 Share Here you can easily share your project on LEGO com mindstorms Internet connection is required File Edit Tools Help Projcct Title Project Share Project PROJECT PICIURE PROJECT DESCRIP I ION P
6. User Guice LEGO com A TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Welcome 2 EV3 Technology OVE NOW ue dl cas a cess Leesdoeetaetale ES ted ne Rn ere ee eer ee TS aera Stace eect aceasta etc ae eee T eee Installing Batteries eee essssssssssessssstnnnesessssssssseseeeeeeeeeeeettuttinmensneensestet Turning On the EV3 Brick oo ceeccseecssssssseeeesssssessssseseeceeeeesessestitimmnnnenseeseeet ENS MOTS iia ee eee UT SAU acre Medium MOtOr intense EV3 Sensors snssssseseirsssrrsssnrrssnrrsorrreonrrssntrrotrrsnnrrnsnnrrennrrentrnnnrrnnnnrrn anera OTOP SSIS ON Side nude inde Touch Sensor inertie infrared SSMSOM end Remote Infrared Beacon o cscsssssssssssssssssssssssesesseccesessssnsnssnnunmnsessssesseseeeeees Connecting the EV3 Technology 0 ceesesssssssssssssesssstsiinnnnnnnsnsnssee CONNECTING Sensors and Motors oe eeeescesssssssesssesseeeeennensessseseseeeeeeeeeee Connecting the EV3 Brick to Your Computer ou eessssssssseeeeeeeee 16 EV3 Brick Interface neo cessessssssesssssssssssscccececeesessssnsnnnnnsnssssecececeeeeeees 21 RUN RECENT ES a et arene eer meee ne err m1 File AAO atte El BICK ADDS eocena aonn eao aiaiai e a EOE 22 NS E EE E E A A E EA ee 25 EV3 Software Minimum System Requirements ccc 30 Installing the Software oc ceeeeeessssssseseceeeeeeeesseetitititmnnnenensestee 30 QUE 0 0L 0 M ai AEA 31 Project Properties and Structure i ceeecccccccecscsssssnesssssssssseseeeeee 32 Rob
7. Known networks are indicated in the list with an asterisk symbol LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Making a Wi Fi Connection from the Computer to the EV3 Brick Using the USB Cable connect the EV3 Brick to the computer Open an EV3 Software program Access the Wireless Setup tool in the Hardware Window at the bottom right of the screen or select Wireless Setup from the Tools Menu The computer will display which networks it detects Select the network you want to connect to and click on Connect to configure the connection To add a network that is not broadcasting its Network Name SSID click Add To edit the settings of a previously configured network click Edit Click OK to establish a Wi Fi connection Once the connection is established you can unplug the USB Cable Choose a Network Network Name SSID Status 277 Available Cigniti Available Cigniti Guest Available hertz123 Available kt smi 1 m Add Edit Remove Connect Close Wireless Setup tool LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Grou
8. Apps main screen G motor Control IR Control Brick Apps screen Port View app Motor Control app LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface IR Control Control the forward and reverse motion of any motor connected to one of the four output ports using the Remote Infrared Beacon as remote control and the Infrared Sensor as receiver the Infrared Sensor must be connected to Port 4 in the EV3 Brick There are two different modes In one mode you will be using Channels 1 and 2 on the Remote Infrared Beacon On Channel 1 you will be able to control motors connected to Port B using Buttons 1 and 2 on the Remote Infrared Beacon and to Port C using Buttons 3 and 4 on the Remote Infrared Beacon On Channel 2 you will be able to control motors connected to Port A using Buttons 1 and 2 and to Port D using Buttons 3 and 4 In the other mode you can control your motors in the exact same way by using Channels 3 and 4 on the Remote Infrared Beacon instead Use the Center button to toggle between the two modes Press the Back button to get back to the Brick Apps main screen IR Control app LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the s
9. Beacon Mode is on 10 Both Button 1 and Button 2 11 Both Button 3 and Button 4 For more information see Using the Infrared Sensor Remote Mode in the EV3 Help files Remote Infrared Beacon Remote Mode LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Connecting Sensors and Motors In order to function motors and sensors must be connected to the EV3 Brick Using the flat black Connector Cables link sensors to the EV3 Brick nf nf of 5 p using Input Ports 1 2 3 and 4 If you create programs while the EV3 Brick is not connected to your p i rc computer the software will assign sensors to default ports Those default port assignments are Port 1 Touch Sensor Port 2 No sensor Port 3 Color Sensor Port 4 Infrared Sensor Connecting Sensors If the EV3 Brick is connected to your computer while you program the software will automatically identify which port is being used for each sensor or motor d Using the flat black Connector Cables link motors to the EV3 Brick Ds using Output Ports A B C and D em As with the sensors if the EV3 Brick is not connected when you are writing a program each motor will be assigned to a default port Default port assignments ar
10. be a value of between 25 and 25 with O indicating that the beacon is directly in front of the Infrared Sensor The proximity will be values between O and 100 Beacon Mode For more information see Using the Infrared Sensor Beacon Mode in the EV3 Help files LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Sensors The Remote Infrared Beacon is a separate device that can be handheld or built into another LEGO model It requires two AAA alkaline batteries To turn the Remote Infrared Beacon on press the big Beacon Mode button on the top of the device A green LED Indicator will turn on indicating the device is active and transmitting continuously Another press on the Beacon Mode button will turn it off after one hour of inactivity the beacon will automatically turn itself off Remote Mode You can also use the Remote Infrared Beacon as a remote control for your robot When in Remote Mode the Infrared Sensor can detect which button or combination of buttons on the beacon is pressed There are a total of eleven possible button combinations 0 No button and Beacon Mode is off Button 1 Button 2 Button 3 Button 4 5 Both Button 1 and Button 3 Both Button 1 and Button 4 Both Button 2 and Button 3 Both Button 2 and Button 4
11. green yellow red white and brown plus No Color This ability to differentiate between colors means your robot might be programmed to sort colored balls or blocks speak the names of colors as they are detected or stop action when it sees red In Reflected Light Intensity Mode the Color Sensor measures the intensity of light reflected back from a red light emitting lamp The sensor uses a scale of O very dark to 100 very light This means your robot might be programmed to move around on a white surface until a black line is detected or to interpret a color coded identification card In Ambient Light Intensity Mode the Color Sensor measures the strength of light that enters the window from its environment such as sunlight or the beam of a flashlight The sensor uses a scale of O very dark to 100 very light This means your robot might be programmed to set off an alarm when the sun rises in the morning or stop action if the lights go out The sample rate of the Color Sensor is 1 KHz sec For the best accuracy when in Color Mode or Reflected Light Intensity Mode the sensor must be held at a right angle close to but not touching the surface it is examining For more information see Using the Color Sensor in the EV3 Software Help Color Sensor Color Mode 4 Reflected Light Intensity Mode Ambient Light Intensity Mode LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo a
12. or more 2 GB of available hard disk space XGA display 1024 768 1 available USB port LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 does not support tablets or certain netbooks with hardware that does not meet the above requirements While building robots is fun the heart of robotics is bringing them to life making them move and accomplish tasks You will find the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Software to be an easy intuitive and icon based programming interface Installing the Software Once you have confirmed that your computer meets the minimum system requirements you are ready to install the software Close all other programs then double click on the installation file in the EV3 Software application folder Installation will now begin LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Lobby Every time you open the EV3 Software you will automatically start out in the Lobby area The Lobby makes it easy to locate and work with the software and gives you access to everything you need In the Lobby you will find the following options and resources 1 Lobby Tab This button always returns you to the Lobby 2 Add Project Here you add a new project so that you can start programming your own robot 3 Robot Missions Here you can get started with build
13. that you start by building one of the five cool robot characters pictured on the EV3 packaging In the Robot Missions inside the EV3 programming software you ll find building instructions and examples of how to program these robots The robots have been created by LEGO MINDSTORMS designers to demonstrate some of the ways you can build and program with the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robotics system Before you know it you ll turn your own LEGO creations into live robots of every type and with many different kinds of behavior With LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 building and programming your own robot has never been easier Think of a robot and then build it Use the motors and sensors to add behavior and movement The software will guide you in bringing your robot to life Create Build your robot using the LEGO elements motors and intelligent sensors included in the set Command Program your robot in the intuitive icon based programming interface Drag and drop the actions that you want into the programming window and adjust them to suit your robots behavior Go Once you have built and programmed your robot it s time to play Visit LEGO com mindstorms to see what s new and what others are doing with their LEGO MINDSTORMS set When you and other LEGO MINDSTORMS fans share your creations and your experiences we all benefit See you there LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of th
14. 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS3 Brick Installing Batteries in the EVS Brick The EV3 Brick requires six AA LR6 batteries Alkaline or rechargeable Lithium lon AA batteries are recommended To install the AA batteries remove the battery cover on the back of the EV3 Brick by pressing the two plastic tabs on the side After you have inserted the six AA batteries attach the battery cover again Some important information about batteries Never use different kinds of batteries together including mixing old and new Remove batteries from the EV3 Brick when not in use Never use damaged batteries Use the correct battery charger under the supervision of an adult Never attempt to recharge batteries that are not rechargeable Note If your batteries are weak the Brick Status Light may stay red after you press the Start button while the Display continues to say Starting Power Saving Practices Remove the batteries between use Remember to keep each set of batteries in its own storage container so they can be used together Reduce the volume Adjust the Sleep Setting Turn off Bluetooth and Wi Fi when not in use Avoid unnecessary wear on the motors Low Battery Power Indicator LEGO com mindstorms f LEG
15. FUL INFORMA TION 2x a 2184160 4246901 oe aD 3 we Q y os 95x 12x 4121715 4142822 3X 6028041 10x 6024106 4248204 R 2x 1O 4 KD 4177431 Ss 12x 4111998 g 2x 4143187 Ax LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION 6x A ae 6013936 4560177 4x 4211758 6x 4499858 1x 4502595 Syne sy 2x 4211510 5 4514558 4211888 A 3 xy 22x i 4211815 4x 4211807 6 ee 9x 2x 4211639 4211553 a 6x 4211375 r 2X 4526985 i X 4535768 1x 4211566 4494222 4540797 LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION 25cm 10in 1x 6008919 1x 6008472 6009811 6024585 gt LS 1x 6009996 6036901 Made for iPod iPhone liPad iPad iPhone and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries iPod Touch 4th gen iPad1 iPhone 4 iPad 2 iPhone 4S iPad 3 3rd gen LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son mar
16. NS CS GS In order from left to right gt m m ne A File Access Laye ee ye O0 Lire Qe Ge om Messaging J eJ eJ el el el Bluetooth Connection Keep Awake Raw Sensor Value Unregulated Motor Invert Motor Stop Program My Blocks es a D When you are repeatedly eee ITF using the same segment of a program in many programs that is a good time to create a My Block Once your My Block is created you can simply insert that single block into future programs within the same project LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Hardware Page The Hardware Page provides a range of information about your EV3 Brick It is always located in the lower right hand corner when working with programs and can be collapsed when needed using the Expand Collapse tab Even when collapsed the Hardware Page Controller will be visible allowing you to download your program or experiment The different Hardware Page Controller buttons have the following functionality 1 Download Downloads the program to the EV3 Brick 2 Download and Run Downloads the program to the EV3 Brick and runs it immediately 3 Download and Run Selected Downloads only the highlighted blocks to the EV3 Brick and runs them immediately
17. O the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS3 Brick Turning On the EVS3 Brick To turn on the EV3 Brick press the Center button After you press the button the Brick Status Light will turn red and the Starting screen will be displayed mindstesrms Starting When the light changes to green your EV3 Brick is ready To turn the EV3 Brick off press the Back button until you see the Shut Down screen The Abort X will already be selected Use the Right button to select f the Accept check mark then press the Center button for OK Your Starting screen EV3 Brick is now turned off If you press OK while the X is selected you will return to the Run Recent screen Shut Down screen LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Motors Large Motor The Large Motor is a powerful smart motor It has a built in Rotation Sensor with 1 degree resolution for precise control The Large Motor is optimized to be the driving base on your robots By using the Move Steering or Move Tank programming block Large Motor in the EV3 Software the Large Motors will coo
18. STORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Programming Program your robot in the intuitive icon based programming interface Drag and drop the actions that you want into the programming window and adjust them to suit your robot s behavior The EV3 Programming interface consists of the following main areas 1 Programming Canvas Lay out your program here 2 Programming Palettes Find the building blocks for your program here 3 Hardware Page Establish and manage your communication with the EV3 Brick here and see what motors and sensors are connected where This is also where you download programs to the EV3 Brick 4 Content Editor A digital workbook integrated into the software Get instructions or document your project using text images and videos 5 Programming Toolbar Find basic tools for working with your program here 3 Programming interface LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Programming Blocks and Palettes All the programming blocks that are used for controlling your robot are located in Programming Palettes at the bottom of the Programming interface un
19. Settings screen use the Up and Down buttons to select Connections and press the Center button for OK The EV3 Brick will now search for and list available Wi Fi networks TheJensens 60 Networki 60 Using the Up and Down buttons for navigation find your network on 6 Add man the list If the EV3 Brick is not already connected to your network indicated by a check mark select your network using the Center button In the Network dialog box that appears select Connect and press OK with the Center button You will now be asked to enter the encryption type and the network password using the Left Right Up and Down Network list CORE CETOMMCHWONE buttons to navigate upper and lower cases do matter here Once you have entered the correct password press the check mark for OK You will now be connected to the network If the EV3 Brick does not find your network in its search the network may be hidden To connect to a hidden network select Add hidden pawertrulor Serre zxcvbnm You will then be asked to enter the name encryption type and password for the hidden network you wish to add upper and lower cases do matter here Once done the EV3 Brick will be connected to the hidden network and the network will be included in the network list Network password Add hidden network Once you have connected to a network using its password the EV3 Brick will remember the password for future connections
20. adas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Brick Program App Assets List Sounds 1 Hello 2 Goodbye 3 Fanfare 4 Error alarm 5 Start 6 Stop 7 Object 8 Ouch 9 Blip 3 10 Arm 1 11 Snap 12 Laser Images 1 Neutral 38 2 Pinch right 3 Awake 4 Hurt 5 Accept 6 Decline 7 Question mark 8 Warning 10 Pirate 11 Boom d 12 EV3 icon LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Element List 4x 4656205 gt 4x 4173941 1x 6015596 1x 6015597 P 4x 4514554 a 3x 4666999 P 1x 4565452 1x 6031962 1x 4544143 4x 4189936 8x 4188298 4254606 6x 4234429 LE 9x 4227155 p 1x 4189131 A 10x 4140806 P 12x 4142865 P 3x 4513174 4x 4562805 6x 4657296 P 28x 4206482 a 38x 4514553 11x 4239601 a 4x 6031821 LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USE
21. am Files LEGO Software MINDSTORM Browse Y Firmware Progress Preparing EV3 Brick 100 Downloading Cancel Firmware Update tool Check your EV3 Brick batteries before repeating manual firmware updates The problem may simply be due to worn down batteries Updating firmware will delete all existing files and projects in the EV3 Brick memory LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 TROUBLE SHOOTING Resetting the EV3 Brick If your EV3 Brick suddenly stops working and cannot be shut down through the normal process you will need to reset your EV3 Brick Resetting the EV3 Brick does not delete existing files and projects from previous sessions in the EV3 Brick memory Files and projects from the existing session will be lost 1 Make sure that the EV3 Brick is turned on 2 Hold down the Back Center and Left buttons on the EV3 Brick 3 When the screen goes blank release the Back button 4 When the screen says Starting release the Center and Left buttons Check your EV3 Brick batteries before reinstalling firmware Problems may simply be due to worn down batteries LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de co
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23. ct the word WiFi and press the Center button for OK Acheck mark will appear in the WiFi box Wi Fi is now enabled on your EV3 Brick and a Wi Fi icon will be shown in the top left of the EV3 Brick Display To go back to the main Settings screen press the Down button until the check mark at the bottom of the screen is highlighted then press the Center button for OK For information on how to connect your EV3 Brick to a wireless network see the Connecting the EV3 Brick to Your Computer section on page 18 Brick Info When you need to know the current technical specifications of your EV3 Brick such as hardware and firmware version and EV3 Brick OS build this is where you will find that information This is also where you can find out how much free memory you have available Enable Wi Fi Brick Info LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Minimum Operating Systems Windows Windows XP 32 bit Vista 32 64 bit excluding Starter Edition Windows 7 32 64 bit and Windows 8 desktop mode excluding Starter Edition all with the latest service packs Macintosh MacOS X v 10 6 107 and 10 8 Intel only with the latest service packs System Requirements 2 GHz processor or better 2 GB of RAM
24. d Beacon The Infrared Sensor is a digital sensor that can detect infrared light reflected from solid objects It can also detect infrared light signals sent from the Remote Infrared Beacon Infrared Sensor 70cm 27inch The Infrared Sensor can be used in three different modes Proximity Mode Beacon Mode and Remote Mode gt Proximity Mode In Proximity Mode the Infrared Sensor uses the light waves reflected back from an object to estimate the distance between the sensor A a and that object It reports the distance using values between O very close to 100 far away not as a specific number of centimeters or E inches The sensor can detect objects up to 70 cm away depending on the size and shape of the object Proximity Mode For more information see Using the Infrared Sensor Proximity Mode in the EV3 Help files 200cm 79inch Beacon Mode Choose one of the Remote Infrared Beacon s four channels from the red Channel Selector The Infrared Sensor will detect a beacon signal matching the channel that you specify in your program up to a distance of approximately 200 cm in the direction it is facing J A l l l l l l I I l Once detected the sensor can estimate the general direction heading of and the distance proximity to the beacon With this information you can program a robot to play hide and seek using the Remote Infrared Beacon as the target of its search The heading will
25. d Brick Status Light Orange Brick Status Light Green LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS3 Brick PC Port The Mini USB PC Port located next to the D port is used to connect the EV3 Brick to a computer Output Ports Output Ports A B C and D are used to connect motors to the EV3 Brick InpuE Ports Input Ports 1 2 3 and 4 are used to connect sensors to the EV3 Brick Mitt EL LL LR orc 1010 eee e e e 01016 e o M WE oS le a _ onl sd A J SN sm J Se Speaker All sounds from the EV3 Brick come through this speaker including any sound effects used SD Card Port The SD Card Port increases USB Host Port the available memory for your in programming your robots When the quality of the sound is important to you try to leave the speaker uncovered while designing your robot Check out the cool sound files that can be programmed with in the EV3 Software learn more about using the Sound Block in the EV3 Software Help The USB Host Port can be used to add a USB Wi Fi dongle for connecting to a wireless network or to connect up to four EV3 Bricks together daisy chain EV3 Brick with an SD card maximum 32 GB not included LEGO com mindstorms
26. das de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Wireless WiI Fi Your first step in connecting to Wi Fi is to acquire a Wi Fi USB dongle For a list of compatible dongles go to the official LEGO MINDSTORMS website www LEGO com mindstorms OCX Volume Sieer Bluetooth r To begin the setup you must have access to a wireless network and know the networks name and its password Brick Info If the EV3 Software is open close it and insert your Wi Fi dongle into the EV3 Brick using the USB Host Port Before you can connect the EV3 Brick to a network you will need to enable Wi Fi on the EV3 Brick Directions for this can be found on page 29 Settings screen Because of keyboard limitations the password for the network must be made up of numbers capital letters and lowercase letters You will not be able to use some symbols such as the sign or letters and symbols from non Latin alphabets The EV3 Brick only supports the following network encryption modes None and WPA2 LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Connecting the EV3 Brick to a network After selecting Wi Fi on the
27. derneath the Programming Canvas The Programming blocks are divided into categories according to type and nature making it easy to find the block you need To learn more about the EV3 Programming interface and see how you can get started with your first program see the Getting Started and Software Overview videos in the Quick Start section of the Lobby You can also find more information about how to program in the EV3 Software Help Action Blocks In order from left to right Medium Motor Large Motor Move Steering Move Tank Display Sound Brick Status Light Flow Blocks In order from left to right Start Wait Loop Switch Loop Interrupt Sensor Blocks In order from left to right Brick Buttons Color Sensor Infrared Sensor Motor Rotation Timer Touch Sensor up rd fed Teil of le LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Programming Blocks and Palettes Data Blocks LL In order from left to right m CR CR GR CR CR CR CR OR Variable ee PS pre OK Se Lie wre LOS brie eT a pia Constant Array Operations Logic Operations Math Round Compare Range Text Random Advanced Blocks a
28. devices Using the check boxes you can manage which devices you wish to have as Favorites If you then click on Search the EV3 Brick will scan the area for all detectable Bluetooth emitting devices including other EV3 Bricks Your favorite devices will be shown with an asterisk symbol Use the Up and Down buttons to select the device on the list you wish to connect to Press the Center button for OK If you choose to connect to a device not yet marked as a Favorite you will be asked to enter the passkey to establish the connection Once the other device verifies the passkey you are automatically connected to the device Visibility If the Visibility setting is selected other Bluetooth devices including other EV3 Bricks will be able to discover and connect to your EV3 Brick If Visibility is unchecked the EV3 Brick will not respond to search commands from other Bluetooth devices Favorites O Bobs Phone M Ro01i542 7 EV3_2 o Search Favorites list Device list LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface Wi Fi This is where you enable Wi Fi communication on the EV3 Brick and connect to a wireless network After selecting Wi Fi on the Settings screen use the Up and Down buttons to sele
29. e Connecting Motors Port A Medium Motor Port B and C Two Large Motors Port D Large Motor If the EV3 Brick is connected to the computer when you are programming the software will automatically assign the correct port in your programs The software cannot distinguish between two or more identical sensors or motors LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Connecting the EV3 Brick to Your Computer Connect the EV3 Brick to your computer by USB Cable or wirelessly using either Bluetooth or Wi Fi USB Cable Using the USB Cable plug the Mini USB end into the EV3 Brick s PC Port located next to Port D Plug the USB end into your computer USB Cable connection LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Connecting the EV3S Technology Wireless Bluetooth If your computer is not Bluetooth enabled you will need a Bluetooth USB dongle for your computer Making a Bluetooth Connection to the Computer Before you can make a Bluetooth connection between the EV3 Brick and the computer running
30. e sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY Overview Large Motor EV3 Brick Touch Sensor Lets you program Serves as the control center Recognizes three precise and powerful and power station for your conditions touched robotic action robot bumped and released Color Sensor Recognizes seven different colors and measures light intensity Remote Infrared Beacon Remote controls your robot from a distance _ Len trading some power for compact size and faster response Infrared Sensor Detects objects and can track and find the Remote Infrared Beacon Medium Motor Maintains precision while O WAAN VANA m m d AAA N el LA LEGO com mindstorms i LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS3 Brick Overview The Display shows you what is going on inside the EV3 Brick and The Brick Buttons allow you to navigate inside the EV3 Brick enables you to use the Brick Interface It also allows you to add Interface They can also be used as programmable activators For text and numerical or graphic responses into your programming or example you might program a robot to raise its arms if the Up button ex
31. formation about and guidance with all of the EV3 Software including how to best use and program with sensors and motors This is the first place to look if you need help or more information on how to use the EV3 Software Software Updates Under Help at the top menu bar of the EV3 Software you can enable the EV3 Software to automatically check for software updates By clicking Check for Software Updates a check mark will appear and the software will regularly check for software updates this requires an Internet connection If a relevant update is available you will be notified by the software If you wish to install this software update you will be taken to a website where you can download the update file Once downloaded you can install the update Make sure you have closed down your EV3 Software during installation LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 TROUBLE SHOOTING Firmware Update Firmware is the software that is inside the EV3 Brick Without its firmware the EV3 Brick will not work Occasionally the LEGO Group may release new versions of the firmware that add enhanced functions or fix software bugs To update the firmware you need a USB connection from your computer to your EV3 Brick Your computer must also be connected to the Internet 1 Turn
32. his time unchecking the Bluetooth box iPhone iPad iPod Select this setting only if you specifically want your EV3 Brick to connect with Apple iOS devices iPhones iPads and iPods using Bluetooth make sure Bluetooth is enabled on your iOS device Note Using this setting will not allow you to communicate with other Bluetooth devices including computers and other EV3 Bricks You cannot choose to enable both standard Bluetooth and Bluetooth communication for Apple iOS devices at the same time To enable and disable Bluetooth communication for iOS devices use the Up and Down buttons to select iPhone iPad iPod then press the Center button for OK f Connect ions Visibility O Bluetooth O iPhone iPad iPod O Enable Bluetooth Your EV3 Brick will run more efficiently if you disable the Bluetooth setting when it is not in use LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface Connections This option allows you to discover and choose other available Bluetooth devices make sure Bluetooth is enabled If you click on Connections you will be taken to a Favorites screen where the devices you trust are displayed and identified with a check mark No passkeys are needed for your trusted
33. his will return you to the Settings screen Bluetooth WIFI Brick Info Settings screen Adjust volume Adjust sleep LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Brick Interface Bluetooth This is where Bluetooth is enabled on the EV3 Brick and where you can choose some specific privacy and Apple iOS settings Here you can also connect to other Bluetooth devices such as another EV3 Brick When you select Bluetooth on the Settings page there are four options presented Connections Visibility Bluetooth and iPhone iPad iPod To go back to the main Settings screen press the Down button until the check mark at the bottom of the screen is highlighted then press the Center button for OK Bluetooth Itis here that you enable standard Bluetooth on the EV3 Brick Using the Up and Down buttons select the word Bluetooth then press the Center button for OK A check mark will appear in the Bluetooth box Bluetooth is now enabled on your EV3 Brick and a Bluetooth icon will be shown in the top left of the EV3 Brick Display Note This setting will not allow you to connect with an iOS device For this you will need to select the iPhone iPad iPod setting see below To disable Bluetooth repeat the above procedure t
34. ing and programming the five main models File Eit Tools Help ro mindstorms OuUICK START Getting Sterted Software Overview Content Editor Open Recent Get easy access to the latest projects you have worked with Quick Start Support resources such as short introduction videos EV3 User Guide and Software Help News Small stories and news splashes from LEGO com mindstorms Internet connection is required More Robots Access to building and programming more models Internet connection is required User Guida w MINOSTSTMS Lobby overview LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Project Properties and Structure When you open a new program it will automatically create a project folder file All programs images sounds videos instructions and other assets that are used within a project will automatically be stored in this project folder This makes it easy to store your project and share it with others Each project will be displayed in the form of a tab at the top of the screen Underneath you will see tabs for the programs that belong to the selected project You can add a new project or program by clicking on the button to the right of the other tabs Clicking on an X will close the tab
35. m Click Confirm Connect Download General alert Overpower Power down Ready Start Up LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Image File List Expressions Eyes x QC ain e v Big smile Sad Angry Dizzy Neutral Tired left x fe ale OC 1e Heart large Sick Awake Down Nuclear Tired middle ee aIr Ty Y 3 QC WC QC SW LS Heart small Smile Black eye Evil Pinch left Tired right a Rene 6 B wie Mouth 1 open Swearing Bottom left Hurt Pinch middle Toxic wi Mouth 1 shut Talking Bottom right Knocked out Pinch right Up Mouth 2 open Wink Crazy 1 Love Sleeping Winking Z LE L zz Z Mouth 2 shut ZZZ Crazy 2 Middle left Tear Disappointed Middle right LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Image File List INFORMATION LEGO Accept No go Thumbs down Color sensor IR sensor Sound sensor UD Backward Question mark Thumbs up EV3 icon Large motor Temp sensor gt Eva Decline Right Warning EV3 LEGO To
36. mmerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Sound File List Animals Cat purr Dog bark 1 Dog bark 2 Dog growl Dog sniff Dog whine Elephant call Insect buzz 1 Insect buzz 2 Insect chirp Snake hiss Snake rattle T rex roar Colors Black Blue Brown Green Red White Yellow LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Sound File List Communication Expressions Bravo Goodbye Okay Boing Kung fu Smack EV3 Hello Okey dokey Boo Laughing 1 Sneezing Fantastic Hi Sorry Cheering Laughing 2 Snoring Game over LEGO Thank you Crunching Magic wand Uh oh Go MINDSTORMS Yes Crying Ouch Good job Morning Fanfare Shouting Good No LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Sound File List information
37. nt des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface Brick Apps The EV3 Brick comes with four brick applications preinstalled and ready to use In addition you can also make your own apps in the EV3 Software Once downloaded to the EV3 Brick the homemade apps will be displayed here The four preinstalled apps are the following Port View On the first screen in the Port View you will see at a glance which ports have sensors or motors attached Use the EV3 Brick Buttons to navigate to one of the occupied ports and you will see the current readings returned from the sensor or motor Attach some sensors and motors and experiment with the different settings Press the Center button to see or change the current settings for the attached motors and sensors Press the Back button to get back to the Brick Apps main screen Motor Control Control the forward and reverse movement of any motor connected to one of the four output ports There are two different modes In one mode you will be able to control motors connected to Port A using the Up and Down buttons and to Port D using the Left and Right buttons In the other mode it is motors connected to Port B using the Up and Down buttons and Port C using the Left and Right buttons that you control Use the Center button to toggle between the two modes Press the Back button to get back to the Brick
38. ont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface Brick Program The EV3 Brick comes with an on brick programming application similar to the software installed on your computer These instructions provide you with the basic information you will need to get started Create a Program Open up your Brick Program App The Start screen provides you with a Start and a Loop block that are connected via a Sequence Wire The vertical broken Add Block line in the middle indicates that you can add more blocks to your program Press the Up button to add a new block from the Block Palette In the Block Palette you can choose which new block to add by navigating using the Left Right Up and Down buttons Navigating farther up additional blocks will show Navigating all the way down will take you back to your program Generally there are two types of blocks Action and Wait The Action Block Indicator is a small arrow at the top right on the block The Wait Block Indicator is a small hourglass In total there are six different Action blocks and eleven different Wait blocks to choose from When you find the block you want navigate to it and press the Center button You will be taken back to your program In your program you can navigate between the blocks using the Left and Right buttons Press the Center button to change the settings of the highligh
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40. p 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Brick Interface The EV3 Brick is the control center for bringing your robots to life Using the Display and the Brick Buttons the EV3 Brick Interface contains four basic screens that give you access to an amazing array of functions unique to the EV3 Brick It can be something as simple as starting and stopping a program or something as complicated as writing the program itself Run Recent This screen will be blank until you begin to download and run programs The most recently run programs will be displayed on this screen The program at the top of the list that is selected by default is the latest program run File Navigation This screen is where you will access and manage all the files on your EV3 Brick including files stored on an SD card Files are organized in Project folders which in addition to the actual program files also contain sounds and images used in each project In the File Navigator files can be moved or deleted Programs created using the Brick Program app are stored separately in the BrkProg__SAVE folder Hesdbanaer Line_Fol tow_26 Li ne_Fol ow_22 Robodog_6 Run Recent screen File Navigation screen amp RoboDog Li ne_Fol ow_22 OW Fantastic Bie smile Open folder in File Navigation LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the so
41. periments For example you might want to program the Display is pressed or to lower them if the Down button is pressed for more to show a happy face or a sad face for a comparison response or information see Using the Brick Buttons in the EV3 Software Help to display a number that is the result of a mathematical calculation learn more about using the Display Block in the EV3 Software Help Wireless Connection Status Icons from the left Bluetooth enabled but not connected or visible to other Bluetooth devices Bluetooth enabled and visible to other Bluetooth devices k Bluetooth enabled and your EV3 Brick is connected to another Bluetooth device gt Bluetooth enabled and visible and your EV3 Brick is connected to another Bluetooth device Wi Fi enabled but not connected to a network Wi Fi enabled and connected to a network Oh 883 L Brick Name use Li ne_Fol ow_24 Headbanger Li ne_Fol low_26 Li ne_Fol low_22 RoboDog_6 LISE USB connection established to another device JENNER Battery level Brick Buttons 1 Back This button is used to reverse actions to abort a running program and to shut down the EV3 Brick 2 Center Pressing the Center button says OK to various questions to shut down to select desired settings or to select blocks in the Brick Program App You would for example press this button
42. r page oF WO DN Page Area This is where the main content is shown and edited 6 Icons Select what content type you wish to add to the page area 7 Page Thumbnails Go to a specific page using the thumbnail images 8 Add Delete Page When adding a page you get to choose from fourteen different templates 9 Page Setup Make special settings for each page such as format page action and navigation to the next page You can find more information about how to use the Content Editor in the EV3 Software Help 1 3 TES 5 8 E Content Editor LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Tools In the top menu bar of the EV3 Software you will find a number of small Tools that can add extra functionality and support to your EV3 Software experience You can learn more about the Tools in the EV3 Software Help Sound Editor Create your own sound effects or customize one from our selection of official EV3 Sound files The sounds can then be used for programming your robot by use of the Sound Programming Block Image Editor Make creative use of the EV3 Brick Display by designing original images or customizing existing images The images can then be used for programming your robot by
43. rdinate the action simultaneously Medium Motor The Medium Motor also includes a built in Rotation Sensor with 1 degree resolution but it is smaller and lighter than the Large Motor That means it is able to respond more quickly than the Large Motor The Medium Motor can be programmed to turn on or off control its power level or to run for a specified amount of time or rotations Compare the Two Motors Medium Motor The Large Motor runs at 160 170 rpm with a running torque of 20 Ncm and a stall torque of 40 Ncm slower but stronger The Medium Motor runs at 240 250 rpm with a running torque of 8 Ncm and a stall torque of 12 Nom faster but less powerful Both motors are Auto ID supported For more information on using the Rotation Sensor in your programming see Using the Motor Rotation Sensor in the EV3 Software Help LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Sensors Color Sensor The Color Sensor is a digital sensor that can detect the color or intensity of light that enters the small window on the face of the sensor This sensor can be used in three different modes Color Mode Reflected Light Intensity Mode and Ambient Light Intensity Mode In Color Mode the Color Sensor recognizes seven colors black blue
44. re trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EVS Sensors Touch Sensor The Touch Sensor is an analog sensor that can detect when the sensor s red button has been pressed and when it is released That means the Touch Sensor can be programmed to action using three conditions pressed released or bumped both pressed and released Using input from the Touch Sensor a robot can be programmed to see the world as a blind person might reaching a hand out and responding when it touches something pressed You might build a robot with a Touch Sensor pressed against the surface beneath it You might then program the robot to respond Stop when it is about to drive off the edge of a table when the sensor is released A fighting robot might be programmed to keep pushing forward against its challenger until the challenger retreats That pair of actions pressed then released would constitute bumped For more information see Using the Touch Sensor in the EV3 Software Help Touch Sensor a QC Pressed OC Released O Bumped LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Sensors Infrared Sensor and Remote Infrare
45. rogram cv3p Program2 ev3p Project Properties page LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 SOFTWARE Robot Missions In the EV3 Software Lobby area five cool robots are featured Each Mission helps you build and program a part of the robot You TRACK3R SPIK3R EV3RSTORM R3PTAR and GRIPP3R These start with the first Mission and then move on to the next once it is robots have been created by LEGO designers to demonstrate some completed When you have completed all the Missions the robot of the ways you can build and program with LEGO MINDSTORMS is built and ready to receive your commands All Missions are EV3 Click on any of the robots and you will be taken to the Mission structured in four steps Overview of that particular robot Missions are designed to take you through the essentials of programming and getting to know the EV3 Objective hardware and building system Create Command Go a EV3RSTORM Mission Overview Choose one of the missions below Start with mission 1 and try to complete all six missions 21 gt ee Ta a rik Each mission has four steps de 1 OBJECTIVE 2 0 CREATE 3 7 COMMAND 4 6 GO Robot Missions LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MIND
46. ted block always the block in the middle of the screen or to add a new block when the Sequence Wire is highlighted and the Add Block line is visible On each programming block you can change one setting using the Up and Down buttons For example on the Action Move Steering block you can change the direction of your robot s path When you have chosen the setting you want press the Center button Start screen Block Palette Full Block Palette LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Brick Interface Delete Blocks If you want to delete a block from a program highlight the block you want to delete and press the Up button to go to the Block Palette In the Block Palette navigate to the trashcan on the far left and press the Center button The block is now deleted Run Program To run your program use the Left button to navigate to the Start block at the very beginning of the program Press the Center button and your program will run Save and Open Program To save your program navigate to the Save icon on the far left of your program When clicking on the Save icon you will be asked to name your program or accept the default name Once you are done click OK and your program is now saved in the BrkProg__SAVE folder
47. that can be accessed from the File Navigation screen see page 21 You can also open any existing EV3 Brick Program by clicking on the Open icon located above the Save icon Use the Up and Down buttons to toggle between those two icons Delete block Run program Save program LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY EV3 Brick Interface Settings This screen will enable you to see and adjust various general settings on the EV3 Brick Volume There may be occasions when you will want to adjust the volume of the sound coming from the EV3 Brick Speaker To change the speaker volume go to the Settings screen As the top menu Volume will already be highlighted Press the Center button Use the Right and Left buttons to change the volume setting which can be intervals from 0 to 100 Press the Center button to accept This will return you to the Settings screen Sleep To change the amount of inactive time that passes before the EV3 Brick goes into Sleep Mode go to the Settings screen and navigate to the Sleep menu using the Down button Press the Center button Use the Right and Left buttons to select a lower or higher time period which can be intervals from 2 minutes to never Press the Center button to accept T
48. the EV3 Software you will need to enable Bluetooth on the EV3 Brick Directions for this can be found on page 27 Once you have enabled Bluetooth on the EV3 Brick it can now be connected to the computer and EV3 Software Wireless connection 1 First confirm that the EV3 Brick is turned on 2 Open a new or existing program in the EV3 Software see the EV3 Software chapter on page 31 for directions on how to do this 3 Go to the Hardware Page at the lower right of the screen expand the window if collapsed learn more about the Hardware Page on page 38 4 Click on the Available Bricks tab If your EV3 Brick is not already listed click the Refresh button to locate the EV3 Brick and check the Bluetooth box that will appear 5 Accept the connection on your EV3 Brick manually then enter the passkey and press the Center button for OK The default is 1234 Repeat this in the EV3 Software 6 The connection is now established and a lt gt symbol is shown on the top left of the EV3 Brick Display next to the Bluetooth icon to confirm the connection To disconnect the EV3 Brick from the computer click on the Disconnect button next to the Refresh button in the Hardware Page More information about Bluetooth settings on the EV3 Brick can be found on page 27 LEGO com mindstorms j LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registra
49. the use of the Display Programming Block My Block Builder Sometimes you make a great miniprogram that you want to use again in another project or program My Block Builder helps you take this miniprogram and create a unique My Block where you define the name icon and parameters that are relevant for you My Blocks will automatically be archived in the My Block Programming Palette Firmware Update Periodically updated firmware will become available for your EV3 Brick We recommend that you install new versions as they become available This tool will tell you if there is a new firmware version available and help you update it on your EV3 Brick Wireless Setup In case you wish your EV3 Software to communicate with your EV3 Brick using Wi Fi this tool will help set up the wireless connection To do so you will need to acquire a Wi Fi USB dongle for the EV3 Brick and enable Wi Fi communication on the EV3 Brick Block Import Add new blocks to your Programming Palettes This can be new LEGO Programming Blocks or blocks developed by other manufacturers for example in relation to a third party sensor These Blocks first need to be downloaded to your computer then you can import them into your EV3 Software using this tool LEGO com mindstorms f LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329
50. to select a checkbox 3 Left Right Up Down These four buttons are used to navigate through the contents of the EV3 Brick LEGO com mindstorms 4 LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 EV 3 TECHNOLOGY gar bins EVS Erte Operating System LINUX 300 MHz ARM9 Controller Flash Memory 16 MB RAM 64 MB Brick Screen Resolution 178 x128 Black amp White USB 2 0 Communication to Host PC Up to 480 Mbit sec USB 1 1 Host Communication Up to 12 Mbit sec Micro SD Card Supports SDHC Version 2 0 Max 32 GB Motor and Sensor Ports Connectors RJ12 Support Auto ID Power 6 AA batteries EVS3 Brick The Brick Status Light that surrounds the Brick Buttons tells you the current status of the EV3 Brick It can be green orange or red and can pulse Brick Status Light codes are the following Red Startup Updating Shutdown Red pulsing Busy Orange Alert Ready Orange pulsing Alert Running Green Ready Green pulsing Running program You can also program the Brick Status Light to show different colors and to pulse when different conditions are met learn more about using the Brick Status Light Block in the EV3 Software Help LEGO 160 LEGO Oe Nee eee Brick Status Light Re
51. uch sensor Forward Stop 1 Gyro sensor Medium motor US sensor et mindsterms Left Stop 2 IR beacon MINDSTORMS LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Image File List Objects Progress A i T Bomb Lightning Bar O Dial 2 Timer 4 EAA Fire Pirate Bar 2 Dial 4 Hourglass 2 Water level 1 wy ae DR EN oe yo 00 Forest Target Bar 4 Dots 1 Timer 1 Water level 3 L OO Light off Dial O Dots 2 Timer 2 Va ER AE mY 008 Light on Dial 1 Dots 3 Timer 3 LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the erce de son marcas regist em sont des marques de comm gistradas de LEGO Group 2013 The LEGO Group 041329 USEFUL INFORMA TION Image File List System Accept 1 Accept 2 A Alert L_ Box Decline 1 Decline 2 O Dot empty Dot full EV 3 EV3 small pa Busy O Busy 1 Play J Slider O Slider 6 Slider 1 Slider 7 Slider 2 Slider 8 A Slider 3 s m Slider 4 EE mm Slider 5 LEGO com mindstorms LEGO the LEGO logo MINDSTORMS and the MINDSTORMS logo are trademarks of the sont des marques de commerce de son marcas registr
52. your EV3 Brick on and connect it to your computer 2 Select Firmware Update in the Tools menu 3 Click the Check button to see if new firmware updates are available 4 Select the most recent firmware version from the Available firmware files 5 If you want to use a firmware version located on your computer instead use the Browse button to find and select the correct firmware file 6 Click the Download button to download the new firmware to your EV3 Brick The progress bars at the bottom of the Firmware Update dialog box will show you how the firmware update is proceeding Once complete your EV3 Brick will restart itself If for some reason your EV3 Brick stops working during the firmware update process you will need to manually update the firmware by doing the following the EV3 Brick still needs a USB connection to your computer 1 Hold down the Back Center and Right buttons on the EV3 Brick 2 When the EV3 Brick restarts release the Back button 3 When the screen says Updating release the Center and Right buttons and click the Download button in the Firmware Update tool The firmware will be downloaded to your EV3 Brick which will restart itself If the manual firmware update does not make your EV3 Brick work the first time repeat the manual update process Firmware Update Current Firmware Version O Online Updates Check Available Firmware Files EV3 Firmware V1 00H 5 C Progr

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