Programming instructions

2. Specify that you are using the Cortex and how it is connected to your computer in ROBOTC.
2a. Detailed Preferences...
Go to View > Preferences and select Detailed
Preferences...
VEX Cortex Conguration over USB (cont.)
2b. Platform Settings
Make sure that the Platform tab is selected on the ROBOTC
Preferences window.
Next, specify the Natural Language (VEX Cortex) as your Platform
Type.
Finally, to program directly over the USB A-to-A cable, select the
option that specifys the USB Wired Cable.
Press OKtonalizeyoursettings.
Note: The Automatic Selection option should be used if you will be
switching between VEXnet using the USB-to-Serial Programming
Cable, and the USB A-to-A Cable.
Note:ThePlatformTypecanalsobemodiedbygoingtotheRobot menu in ROBOTC, selecting Platform Type, and
choosing one of the available options.
Reference
Project Lead The Way © and Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy © / For use with VEX
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