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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE COMPUTER SCIENCE SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH LEGOeducation.com/MINDSTORMS...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ..........LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Olympiad—and gain invaluable knowledge, life skills, and increased self-confidence! We hope you enjoy the journey! LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 4: Overview

    LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 5: Ev3 Brick

    These four buttons are used to navigate through the contents of the EV3 Brick. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 6 Brick Status Light – Orange Brick Status Light – Green LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 7 Software (learn more about using the Sound Block in the EV3 Software Help). LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 8: Installing Batteries

    Rechargeable Battery for the first time, it is recommended that it is fully charged. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 9 Avoid unnecessary wear on the motors. Low Battery Power Indicator LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 10: Turning On The Ev3 Brick

    Run Recent screen. Shut Down screen LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 11: Ev3 Motors

    Using the Motor Rotation Sensor in the EV3 Software Help. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 12: Ev3 Sensors

    For more information, see Using the Color Sensor in the EV3 Software Help. Ambient Light Intensity Mode LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 13: Gyro Sensor

    For more information, see Using the Gyro Sensor in the EV3 Software Help. Port View with Gyro Sensor LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 14: Touch Sensor

    For more information, see Using the Touch Sensor in the EV3 Software Help. Released Bumped LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 15: Ultrasonic Sensor

    Sensor to detect it. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 16: Infrared Sensor

    For more information, see Using the Infrared Sensor Beacon Mode in the EV3 Help files. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 17 Education EV3 Core Set but can be acquired as accessories. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 18: Temperature Sensor

    Education EV3 Core Set but can be acquired as accessory. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Ev3 Technology

    LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Ev3 Brick To Your Computer

    (located next to Port D). Plug the USB end into your computer. USB Cable connection LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 21 More information about Bluetooth settings on the EV3 Brick can be found on page 33. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 22 None and WPA2. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 23 Known networks are indicated in the list with an “*” . LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 24 Click OK to establish a Wi-Fi connection. Once the connection is established, you can unplug the USB Cable. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 25: Ev3 Brick Interface

    BrkProg_SAVE and BrkDL_SAVE folders. File Navigation screen Open folder in File Navigation LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 26: Brick Apps

    Press the Back button to get back to the Brick Apps main screen. Motor Control app LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 27 Education EV3 Core Set but can be acquired as accessories. LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 28 Center button. Full Block Palette LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 29 Run program Save program LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 30 Only ports with a sensor or motor connected will be displayed! LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 31 The incoming values will then only be shown as numbers. LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 32: Settings

    This will return you to the Settings screen. Adjust volume Adjust sleep LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 33 LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 34 Brick. If Visibility is unchecked, the EV3 Brick will not respond to search commands from other Bluetooth devices. Device list LEGOeducation.com 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.
  • Page 35 find out how much free memory you have available. Brick Info LEGOeducation.com 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.

  • Page 36: Ev3 Software

    It is recommended that all educators install the Teacher Edition. LEGOeducation.com 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.

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