dead rcx#2 - Chief Delphi

31-05-2005, 07:49

Al Skierkiewicz Al Skierkiewicz is offline

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Re: dead rcx#2

You know, with all the rough handling the RCX gets, the batteries tend to push back the terminals. I have had success using a small screwdriver and bending them out so they make better contact. Once that is done, it is important to reload the firmware.

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