Data Sheet
Core Spartan Documentation Modern Robotics, Inc
Version 3.0.3 Page 6
3. Express Installation via Ardublockly for Spartan
Ardublockly is a block coding environment that makes it easy for anyone at any age to
program their very own robot. When Ardublockly is installed it comes with the Ardublockly
programming environment, Arduino 1.6.8, Core Spartan Library and the Core Spartan
Controller Board.
3.1. Installation of Ardublockly for Spartan (Windows Only)
Installing Ardublockly, Arduino and all required resources in one fell swoop.
Step 1
Go to http://modernroboticsinc.com/spartan to download ArdublocklySetup.exe and
follow the onscreen instruction to complete installation.
Step 2
Open Ardublockly and go to Edit ->
Preferences. Now select the COM
Port. If your Spartan Controller is
connected and has been for a few
minutes, at least one COM port
should be listed. If multiple COM
ports are listed, disconnect the
controller to see which COM port is
for this Spartan Controller. Then
reconnect the controller and select
the COM port that reappeared.
Step 3
Select Return in the lower right hand corner and start using Ardublockly.
*Jump to section 4.4 after completing this step. Ignore sections 4.1 – 4.3.










