The LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT software enables you to program your NXT robots and download your programs to the NXT via USB or Bluetooth connectivity. The drag and drop software, powered by National Instruments LabVIEW, comes with building instructions and programming guides to easily begin constructing and programming with MINDSTORMS NXT robots.
Getting Started Is Easy
Developing programs with the all-new LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT software is fun and simple.
Drag-and-Drop Environment
Drag and drop blocks from the left side of the screen on to the diagram. Each block performs a unique function such as moving the motors, displaying a message, detecting a sound, or measuring a distance. By combining a series of blocks you can program your robot to do almost anything you want!
Download and Run
Once you have written your program download it onto your NXT. The compiled program is sent to the NXT using the wireless Bluetooth link or the connected USB cable. The NXT then executes the code that it receives from your host computer.
You can create multiple programs and download them to your NXT robot.
The RoboCenter
It is even easier to get started building and programming your LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT software with this built-in resource center that provides step-by-step instructions for all four NXT robot models.
About the LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT Software - Powered by NI LabVIEW
LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT software was developed completely in industry-leading National Instruments LabVIEW graphical programming software for developing automated measurement and control systems. NI LabVIEW users will notice many similarities between LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT software and LabVIEW because NI and LEGO collaborated to retain all of the core LabVIEW graphical programming elements while optimizing the user interface for novice computer users. This makes it possible for young users as well as expert programmers to use the software to program their robots.
Program NXT Robots Using NI LabVIEW
LabVIEW users can also program their MINDSTORMS NXT robots in LabVIEW. The LabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO MINDSTORMS gives existing LabVIEW users the ability to create and download VIs to operate and control their LEGO robotics systems. The toolkit also makes it possible for third-party software and hardware developers to create native blocks for MINDSTORMS NXT software.
The LabVIEW Toolkit for LEGO MINDSTORMS will soon be available for download. Stay up-to-date by joining the LabVIEW Fans of LEGO Community.
System Requirements
Windows:
- Intel Pentium processor or compatible 800 MHz minimum
- Windows XP Professional or Home Edition with Service Pack 2
- 256 MB of RAM minimum
- Up to 300 MB of available hard disk space
- XGA display (1024x768)
- 1 available USB port
- CD-ROM drive
- Compatible Bluetooth adapter (optional)1
Macintosh:
- PowerPC G3, G4, or G5 processor; 600 MHz minimum
- Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and 10.4
- 256 MB of RAM minimum
- Up to 300 MB of available hard disk space
- XGA display (1024x768)
- 1 available USB port
- CD-ROM drive
- Compatible Bluetooth adapter (optional)1
1 Supported Bluetooth software includes Widcomm Bluetooth for Windows (newer than Version 1.4.2.10 SP5) and the Bluetooth stacks included in Windows XP (with Service Pack 2) and Mac OS X (10.3.9 and 10.4).
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