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by lrobbinsva
03 Dec 2011, 02:54
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Considering Mindstorm for Child
Replies: 6
Views: 10291

Re: Considering Mindstorm for Child

There's a simple and free remote here. I have been using MindStorms since the days of the RCX, and have learned a ton!! The only limit is your imagination, and your collection of bricks. P.S. Check out the NXTLog , and see just some of the stuff that has been done with it. P.P.S. Search for the nam...
by lrobbinsva
03 Dec 2011, 02:46
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Considering Mindstorm for Child
Replies: 6
Views: 10291

Re: Considering Mindstorm for Child

I very highly recommend the PSP-Nx by mindsensors. It allows the NXT to read a wireless PlayStation2 controller. The user program can use the values for anything the programmer chooses, so RCing an NXT robot is very easy. I really like the idea that he could actually use the PS2 controller for some...
by lrobbinsva
01 Dec 2011, 04:42
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Considering Mindstorm for Child
Replies: 6
Views: 10291

Re: Considering Mindstorm for Child

Thanks so much! I can add bluetooth to the computer and when he likes it I'll look into one of those IR controllers. I really appreciate your time and help!
by lrobbinsva
01 Dec 2011, 03:17
Forum: Open Discussion
Topic: Considering Mindstorm for Child
Replies: 6
Views: 10291

Considering Mindstorm for Child

Hello, I have a 11 year old who has been building Lego since he was 4 and I just learned about Mindstorm NXT 2 tonight while looking for a "remote control" robot for Christmas. Does the Mindstorm NXT 2 kit come with a remote control? I hope so, I think it will be a perfect start for my son...