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Introduction to Coding

June 15, 2006

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Basic Elements

Function: Repeat ForeverDescription: Code placed in block with begin running when program is activated and will never stop.

Function: Set PowerDescription: Set the power level from 1 to 10 for the motor. Right-click once to get the control screen

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Basic Elements

Function: Set DirectionDescription: Set the direction for motor to turn. Right-click once to get control screen. Arrow in the same direction mean to turn wheel (left/right). Arrow in opposite direction means to go forward or backward.

Function: OnDescription: Turn motor on for 1.0 to 10.0 seconds. Right-click once to get control screen.

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Basic Elements

Function: Touch SensorDescription: If touch sensor is pressed then codes will activate. Right-click once to change setting.

Function: Light SensorDescription: If light amount is within sensor range, then light or dark is indicated, and codes will activate. Right-click once to change setting.

Function: Off Description: Turn motor off completely (coast) or just brake.

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Driving

Subroutine Description:

Turn left slowly for 1 second and then drive

forward fast for 3 seconds.

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Bumper Sensor Navigation

Subroutine Description:

If touch sensor is pressed then motor will brake, backup slowly for 1 second, and make a

turn for 3 seconds.

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Light Sensor Color Detection

Subroutine Description:

If light is within sensor range, then light or dark is indicated, and motor is turned off and a tune is

played to indicated finish.