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The K’NEX Computer Control Interface is equipped with:
6
Digital Outputs
Red & black sockets
To power LEDs and buzzer.
2
Motor Outputs
Green sockets
Configured for motors to allow speed control
and movement in a forward or reverse position.
4
Digital Inputs
Yellow & black
sockets
For switch-type sensors which can register an
On or Off state. To power reed switches and
push button switches
2
Analog Sensor
Inputs
Jack sockets at the
back of the interface
For level-type sensors capable of detecting
changes in environment such as light,
temperature, etc.
Power supply socket At the back of the
interface
To power interface either via the power supply.
A USB port
At the back of the
interface
For connecting interface to the computer via a
USB lead.
A green power/GO
light
On the top of the
interface
To indicate whether interface is being supplied
with power or if a program is running.
A GO push button
switch
On the top of the
interface
Used to run the control program stored in
interface’s memory.
What you need for computer control
The K’NEX Computer Control interface is the link between the computer and the electrical components
on a model. It provides power for the electrical components and also acts as a buffer between the
components and the computer. In order to use a computer to control these components you use the
K’NEX Computer Control software.
You will need:
A computer with an available USB port
The K’NEX Computer Control software (supplied)
The K’NEX interface (supplied)
A USB connection cable (supplied)
The power supply (supplied)
Input and Output Devices such as motors, LEDs, buzzers, reed and push button switches to control
on a model. (supplied)
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