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Unread 19-01-2015, 19:33
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Re: ANNOUNCING: navX MXP Robotics Navigation Sensor

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Originally Posted by AustinH View Post
Have you considered plugging it in via the onboard I2C/SPI ports instead of the MXP? IIRC, we're going to be attempting that due to the less than ideal mounting location of our RoboRio. You'd have to supply the board with its own power, but it could be useful for troubleshooting purposes.
AustinH, you could also consider using a MXP extension cable. This would allow you to continue to use the expansion ports on the navX MXP - which you won't be able to do if not connected to the MXP connector. There's more info on alternative mounting options here.
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