LEGO&reg; Education

NXT EDU: MAC OS 10.7 (Lion) Installer Fix

This software workaround will fix the issue that the NXT Software does not install with the Mac OS 10.7 Lion Operating System.

Installing on Mac Lion the auto install does not run in 64 bit mode, but the below workaround will remediate the issue.

1. Insert your CD and click on the CD icon on the desktop-
2. Install from the **.mpkg file- in the language of your choice
3. or Boot into 32bit mode by holding the 3 & 2 key’s down during start up

NXT EDU: 2.0f1 Patch for Windows and Mac

NXT EDU: 2.0f1 Patch for Windows and Mac

This Patch fixes the following issues:

Scrolling a program consumes memory that is never released, leading to poor performance or a software crash
Placing three switch blocks in a row and toggling the "flat view" checkbox causes the second switch to overlap portion of third
Performing a delete then undo operation after creating Pack and Go file causes a software crash
Performing a delete then undo operation of a Constant block inside a My block causes software crash
Incorrect port number in 1.X Ultrasonic Sensor block when opened in 2.0
Drawing problems when zooming NXT Datalogging academy
Occasional invalid slide numbers in Academy when switching between build instructions
Minimum rate of Datalog block limited to approximately 65 seconds between points even though UI indicates otherwise

Find the installation instructions in the Readme file.

NXT EDU: 2.0f3 Patch for Windows

This is an update for LEGO Education NXT software 2.0- If you are using LEGO Education NXT software 1.1 or earlier, you need to upgrade to the latest software first. This update primarily resolves issues with Flash 10.1 and compiler issues, for a full fix list, please see the read me file in the download. This does not upgrade your NXT version to NXT 2.1 If you are not sure of your NXT version, please contact Tech Support. Download the update for your NXT system and click on the setup.exe file- then follow the on screen instructions.

NXT EDU: 2.0f3 Patch for Windows

If you have NXT Education software version 2.0 please use this update to correct all known technical issues with the software including Flash. This update does not include any new features. Download the appropriate file and double click it to install. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation. LEGO MINDSTORMS education version 2.0 need to be installed prior to installing the update.

NXT EDU: 2.1f5 Patch for Mac

If you have NXT Education software version 2.1 please use this update to correct all known technical issues with the software including Flash. This update does not include any new features.

Download the appropriate file and double click it to install. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation. LEGO MINDSTORMS education version 2.1 need to be installed prior to installing the update.

NXT EDU: Network Installer Fix for Windows

NXT EDU: Network Installer Fix for Windows

This workaround will help you to perform a network installation of your NXT Software for Windows. Please note that installing on a network should be performed by an administrator or experienced user.

Programming for 9695 - Belt Driven Colour Sorter

Programming for 9695 - Belt Driven Colour Sorter

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

The Colour Sorter sorts your 4 colours bricks (black, blue, yellow and red) in 4 different trays and tells you which colour it is each time a brick passes the colour sensor. You can also use a light sensor to sort the bricks - you just have to change the block in the program to a light sensor instead.

Programming for 9695 - Classic Clock Advanced

Programming for 9695 - Classic Clock Advanced

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

Set the clock yourself and watch it go. Every hour the bird comes out to make a sound. It may sound simple, but it is quite tricky to make work!

Programming for 9695 - Classic Clock Simple

Programming for 9695 - Classic Clock Simple

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

In the simple version, the classic clock goes round and round, and every 15 minutes a bird pops out to make a sound.

Programming for 9695 - Grand Four Belt Rover

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

Start the vehicle by pushing the touch sensor. It will now go forward until it meets an obstacle, which will make it stop, turn around and drive in a different direction. If you press the touch sensor while it is moving forward, the front belts’ suspensions will begin to rotate/turn. This function will stop if the robot meets an obstacle, as it has difficulties turning around while the suspensions are rotating/turning.

Programming for 9695 - Grand Four Belt Rover

Programming for 9695 - Humanoid

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

The primary function of the robot is the heart in the display which always ’beats’. The light sensor on the back is registering the light level around it: If it is dark the robot snores, if it is light there is no sound, but if you hold a hand in front of the ultrasonic sensor, the robot will take a few steps forward. If you push the touch sensor it will begin to dance and ask for music. If there is no sound it will just wiggle its hips, but if you play music it will move its arms and head.

Programming for 9695 - Humanoid

Programming for 9695 - Intelligent Car

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

Start the car by pushing down the bumper. The car will move forward until it either crosses a black line where it will change course to one or the other side (random), or until it meets an obstacle which will make it stop, then reverse to the left or the right (random), readjust direction and continue forward.

Programming for 9695 - Intelligent Car

Programming for 9695 - Robot Arm

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

The robot arm recognizes the colours on the big balls. If the the first ball is blue, the robot will grab it and drop it to the right. If the ball is red the robot arm will leave it and look to the left for a new ball – and if the new ball is blue, it will grab it and drop it to the right. If both balls are red the robot will grab neither, but return to its starting position. Please note that the touch sensor has to be placed exactly on top of the ball or else it will just tip the ball over and not be able to grab it.

Programming for 9695 - Robot Arm

Programming for 9695 - Scorpion

Programming for 9695 - Scorpion

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

The Scorpion will move backwards when you are in front of the ultrasonic sensor, and if you move too close to the ultrasonic sensor it will sting! If you clap your hands in front of the sound sensor, the scorpion will move towards you again.

Programming for 9695 - Soundbot Advanced

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

The Advanced version contains the same functions as the simple version, but in addition you can turn the ultrasonic sensor on and off by turning the gears which are on the motor connected to port C. The constant rhythm can be turned up and down by moving the handle on the motor connected to port B. The display will tell you how loud the sound is and whether the ultrasonic sensor is turned on or off.

Programming for 9695 - Soundbot Advanced

Programming for 9695 - Soundbot Simple

Programming for 9695 - Soundbot Simple

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

When you run the simple Soundbot program, the NXT will play a constant rhythm. Push the touch sensor for a clapping sound or make a loud noise to activate the sound sensor that will then make the Soundbot return with a clapping sound.

Programming for 9695 - Tribot

Programming for 9695 - Tribot

To save you time we have done the programming for you, ready to use in class.

When the program is activated the Tribot will move forwards and grab the ball and then wait until you make a sound. When you do, it will turn around and go back until it reaches a black line where it will release the ball.

Windows 7 Script

Please complete the following steps to install LEGO software on Windows 7 Starter Edition.

1. If the LEGO software is on physical media or a network location that you can not edit, first copy the directory containing the LEGO installer to your desktop.
2. Download the attached file, "AllowWindowsStarter.exe" and copy it into the LEGO installer directory. It should be in the same directory as the autorun.exe and setup.exe.
3. Double-click the file, "AllowWindowsStarter.exe", to run it. This will prepare the installer to be run on Windows 7 Starter Edition.
4. You can now install the LEGO software by launching autorun.exe and completing the installation as directed.

Windows 7 Script

Colour Lamp Block

Colour Lamp Block

Colour Sensor Block

Colour Sensor Block

Dynamic Block Update

Dynamic Block Update
The Dynamic Block Update allows the MINDSTORMS NXT Software to import new blocks to the Complete palette. These blocks include the Mini Blocks, 3rd party sensor blocks or any other blocks developed using the LabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO.

Instructions

MAC
Click on download to save the update to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and run MindstormsDynamicBlockUpdate.pkg.

System Requirements

MAC
Mac OS X 10.3.9+ with LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software 1.0 or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0

Dynamic Block Update

Dynamic Block Update

Dynamic Block Update
The Dynamic Block Update allows the MINDSTORMS NXT Software to import new blocks to the Complete palette. These blocks include the Mini Blocks, 3rd party sensor blocks or any other blocks developed using the LabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO.

Instructions

Click on the download to save the patch to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and run Setup.exe

System Requirements

Windows XP Service Pack 2 with LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software 1.0 or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0

Dynamic Block Update

Energy Meter Blocks

Energy Meter Blocks

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (German)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac (OS X) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (German)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (English)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac (OS X) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (English)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (French)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac (OS X) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (French)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Japanese)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac (OS X) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Japanese)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Dutch)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac (OS X) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Dutch)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (German)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
PC (Windows XP and Vista) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (German)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (English)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
PC (Windows XP and Vista) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (English)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Japanese)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
PC (Windows XP and Vista) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Japanese)

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Dutch)

The Legacy Sensor Block Library is available for users who have purchased the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Software Version 2.0. The library adds support to RCX actions and sensors to the NXT Software. It includes blocks for the RCX motor, lamp, touch sensor, light sensor, rotation sensor and temperature sensor. The blocks are available in English, French, German, Japanese, and Dutch.

NOTE: In order to connect the RCX sensors to the NXT, a converter cable is required.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
PC (Windows XP and Vista) LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software v. 2.0

RCX Legacy Sensor Blocks for NXT Software Version 2.0 (Dutch)

Mini Block Library

The Mini Block Library adds 4 new blocks to the Action palette: Mini Move, Mini Motor, Mini Display and Mini Sound. These blocks are very similar to the blocks that were in the 1.0 release of MINDSTORMS Software, but they have been optimized to make smaller programs on the NXT. Mini Blocks are only available in English.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Mac OS X 10.3.9+
LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0 with the Dynamic Block Update

Mini Block Library

Mini Block Library

The Mini Block Library adds 4 new blocks to the Action palette: Mini Move, Mini Motor, Mini Display and Mini Sound. These blocks are very similar to the blocks that were in the 1.0 release of MINDSTORMS Software, but they have been optimized to make smaller programs on the NXT. Mini Blocks are only available in English.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the ReadMe file.

System Requirements
Windows XP
LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0 with the Dynamic Block Updat

Mini Block Library

Fantom Driver for Mac

Fantom Driver for Mac

This is the newest device driver (1.1.3) for the NXT smart brick. It can be used with any NXT version.

Select and download the Fantom Driver (1.1.3) for Mac. Unpack the file on your MAC and click on the installer file, follow the on screen instructions.

Fantom Driver for Windows (32 or 64 bit)

Fantom Driver for Windows (32 or 64 bit)

This is the newest device driver (1.1.3) for the NXT smart brick. It can be used with any NXT version.

Select and download the Fantom Driver (1.1.3) for Windows. Unzip the file on your PC and click on the autorun file, follow the on screen instructions.

NXT Driver v1.02

NXT Driver v1.02
This software updates the LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT driver and addresses an issue that prevents the firmware from being downloaded to the NXT on some occasions.

When you have installed the new driver and want to download new firmware to the NXT, please initialize the NXT brick before you start downloading the firmware. If your NXT is clicking when you insert batteries, push the hardware reset button for five seconds before you insert the USB cable. This will ensure that the brick initializes correctly for the firmware download. The hardware reset button is located within the LEGO Technic hole below the USB connector on the NXT brick. If your NXT brick is not clicking when you insert batteries just go through the normal firmware download process as described within the manual when the new driver is installed.

Instructions
Click on the download to save the patch to your harddrive. Unzip the downloaded archive and run Setup.exe

System Requirements
Mac OS X

NXT Driver v1.02

NXT Driver v1.02

This software updates the LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT driver and addresses an issue that prevents the firmware from being downloaded to the NXT on some occasions.

When you have installed the new driver and want to download new firmware to the NXT, please initialize the NXT brick before you start downloading the firmware. If your NXT is clicking when you insert batteries, push the hardware reset button for five seconds before you insert the USB cable. This will ensure that the brick initializes correctly for the firmware download. The hardware reset button is located within the LEGO Technic hole below the USB connector on the NXT brick. If your NXT brick is not clicking when you insert batteries just go through the normal firmware download process as described within the manual when the new driver is installed.

Instructions
Click on the download to save the patch to your harddrive. Unzip the downloaded archive and run Setup.exe

System Requirements
Windows XP

NXT Driver v1.02

Firmware 1.31

Firmware 1.31

Download the latest Firmware 1.31.

Mac OS 10.5 (Leopard) Firmware Fix

This software addresses an issue on Mac OS 10.5 (Leopard) that prevents updating the Firmware on the NXT.

Note: Do not attempt to update the Firmware on the NXT from a computer running Mac OS 1.5 without installing this software first.

If your NXT is clicking when you insert batteries, push the hardware reset button for five seconds before you insert the USB cable. This will ensure that the brick initializes correctly for the firmware download. The hardware reset button is located within the LEGO Technic hole below the USB connector on the NXT brick. If your NXT brick is not clicking when you insert batteries just go through the normal firmware download process as described within the manual when the patch is installed.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Doubleclick the downloaded file and install the legodriver.pkg. Follow the instructions on the screen.

System Requirements
Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard)
LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software version 1.0/1.1 or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0/1.1

Mac OS 10.5 (Leopard) Firmware Fix

NXT Firmware v1.04

Updating to LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Firmware V1.04 will improve the following:

• Multiple datafile control within user programs
• Communication with 3rd party external devices
• Bluetooth communication within user programs

NOTE: Only update your firmware if you have experienced issues related to the above.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the Read Me file.

System Requirements
Mac OS X 10.3.9+
LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0

NXT Firmware v1.04

NXT Firmware v1.04

Updating to LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Firmware V1.04 will improve the following:

• Multiple datafile control within user programs
• Communication with 3rd party external devices
• Bluetooth communication within user programs

NOTE: Only update your firmware if you have experienced issues related to the above.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the Read Me file.

System Requirements
Windows XP
LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Software or MINDSTORMS NXT Education Software 1.0

NXT Firmware v1.04

NXT Firmware v1.05

Updating to LEGO® MINDSTORMS NXT Firmware V1.05 will improve the following:

• Multiple datafile control within user programs
• Communication with 3rd party external devices
• Bluetooth communication within user programs

NOTE: Only update your firmware if you have experienced issues related to the above.

Instructions
Click on download to save the library to your hard drive. Unzip the downloaded archive including the folder structure and follow the instructions in the Read Me file.

Apple Macintosh
Mac OS X v. 10.3.9 or 10.4
PowerPC or Mac Intel

NXT Firmware v1.05

NXT Firmware v1.05