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Processor | ARM9 |
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RAM | 64 MB |
Storage | 16 MB Flash |
Ports | 4 input ports, 4 output ports |
Power Supply | 6 AA batteries or rechargeable battery pack |
Product Line | LEGO Mindstorms |
Series | EV3 |
Recommended Age | 10+ |
Display | 178 x 128 pixel LCD monochrome display |
Connectivity | USB 2.0, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (with dongle) |
Sensors | Touch, Color, Gyro |
Target Audience | Children and hobbyists interested in robotics |
Programming | Python |
Motors | 3 servo motors included |
EV3 Intelligent Brick | Central programmable unit with display and buttons |
Introduction to the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 robotics set, highlighting its capabilities for creating and commanding robots.
Provides an overview of the EV3 Technology, introducing motors and sensors.
Details the EV3 Brick, its display, and programmable buttons for navigating the interface.
Explains the meaning of the EV3 Brick's status light colors and patterns for indicating its state.
Lists the technical specifications of the EV3 Brick, including operating system, processor, and memory.
Describes the various ports (PC, Input, Output, USB Host, SD Card) and the speaker on the EV3 Brick.
Provides instructions and important information for correctly installing batteries in the EV3 Brick.
Guides users on how to power on and shut down the EV3 Brick using its buttons and screens.
Details the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Large Motor, its features, and programming capabilities.
Explains the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Medium Motor, its characteristics, and programming uses.
Describes the EV3 Color Sensor, its modes (Color, Reflected Light, Ambient Light), and usage.
Explains the EV3 Touch Sensor, its detection capabilities (pressed, released, bumped), and programming applications.
Details the EV3 Infrared Sensor, its modes (Proximity, Beacon), and how it detects objects and beacons.
Describes the Remote Infrared Beacon, its function as a remote control, and button combinations.
Instructions on how to connect sensors and motors to the EV3 Brick using connector cables.
Explains how to connect the EV3 Brick to a computer using a USB cable.
Guides on establishing a Bluetooth connection between the EV3 Brick and a computer.
Details the steps for connecting the EV3 Brick to a wireless network via Wi-Fi.
Procedure for selecting and connecting the EV3 Brick to available Wi-Fi networks, including hidden ones.
How to configure a Wi-Fi connection for the EV3 Brick using the computer's Wireless Setup tool.
Displays the most recently run programs on the EV3 Brick.
Allows access and management of files stored on the EV3 Brick and SD card.
Introduces the preinstalled Brick Apps (Port View, Motor Control, IR Control, Brick Program) on the EV3 Brick.
Explains how to use the IR Control app with the Remote Infrared Beacon to control motors.
Details the on-brick programming application for creating and running programs directly on the EV3 Brick.
Covers deleting blocks, running, saving, and opening programs directly on the EV3 Brick.
Allows adjustment of general settings like volume and sleep mode for the EV3 Brick.
Configuration options for enabling and managing Bluetooth connectivity and privacy on the EV3 Brick.
Managing Bluetooth device connections, favorites, and visibility settings on the EV3 Brick.
Enabling and managing Wi-Fi communication and network connections for the EV3 Brick.
Accessing technical specifications, firmware version, and memory status of the EV3 Brick.
Lists the minimum operating system and hardware requirements for installing the EV3 Software.
Step-by-step guide on how to install the LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 Software on your computer.
Navigating the EV3 Software Lobby to access projects, resources, and news.
Understanding how projects are structured, including tabs for programs and assets.
Introduction to the five featured robots and the mission-based learning structure for programming.
Describes the main areas of the EV3 programming interface: Canvas, Palettes, Hardware Page, etc.
Overview of Action, Flow, and Sensor blocks used in the EV3 programming interface.
Details on Data Blocks, Advanced Blocks, and creating custom My Blocks for programming.
Explains the buttons on the Hardware Page Controller for downloading programs to the EV3 Brick.
Displays connected EV3 Brick's name, battery level, firmware, and connection type.
Shows real-time readings from connected sensors and motors, or allows manual setup.
Lists discoverable EV3 Bricks and manages connection types and active connections.
Guide to documenting projects with text, images, videos, and building instructions.
Create or customize sound effects for use in robot programming.
Design or customize images for display on the EV3 Brick screen.
Create reusable custom programming blocks from existing code segments.
Update the EV3 Brick's firmware to the latest version for enhanced functionality.
Configure wireless connections (Wi-Fi) for the EV3 Software to communicate with the EV3 Brick.
Add new programming blocks from external sources to the EV3 Software.
Manage files on the EV3 Brick, transfer data, and view memory usage.
Convert EV3 programs into standalone applications that run on the EV3 Brick.
Import programs created in the EV3 Brick's onboard application into the software.
Accessing the comprehensive help section for guidance on using the EV3 Software.
Enabling automatic checks and installing updates for the EV3 Software.
Step-by-step guide for updating the EV3 Brick's firmware via USB connection.
Procedure for resetting the EV3 Brick when it stops working or cannot be shut down normally.
List of available sound files categorized by Animals, Colors, Communication, Expressions, etc.
Catalog of available image files for the EV3 display, categorized by Expressions, Eyes, Information, etc.
List of sounds and images available for use within the Brick Program application.
Detailed list of all physical LEGO elements included in the EV3 set with part numbers.