Simple conversion to use Vex 9.6 rechargeable batteries with Vexnet Joysticks. Uses 2 dummy AAA batteries to attach an external battery to the joystick. Saves buying 6 AAA batteries or another set of rechargeable AAA batteries. This is legal for Vex competitions according to @primerobotics Seems legal per
http://www.vexforum.com/showthread.php?t=22417&highlight=vexnet+joystick
See my blog for a little more discussion.
http://vamfun.wordpress.com/2010/07/01/vexnet-joystick-stuff/
I'm glad to see that we aren't the only ones having that issue :D
mochiman1 1 year ago
.@primerobotics
vexforum.com/showthread.php?t=22417&highlight=vexnet+joystick
vamfun 1 year ago
@primerobotics Seems legal per vexforum answer. just can't modify the joystick.
vamfun 1 year ago