Running Arm Control with the V5 Controller – VEX Library

Power on your V5 Controller

Image of a VEX V5 controller showing its layout, buttons, and features, illustrating the design and functionality of the device for educational robotics.

Press the square Power Button in the center of the controller to turn it ON.

Set up Driver Control

Image of the V5 controller showing its design and features, including buttons and joystick layout, illustrating its ergonomic structure for enhanced user experience in robotics.

Use the Arrow buttons to highlight the Driver Control program's icon (highlighted in the image).

Then press the A button to choose Drive.

Press the A button again to choose Run.

Press the B button to return to the previous menu, if needed.

Use the R1 and R2 Buttons on the Right Side of the Controller to lower and raise the arm

The rectangular R1 button on the front of the controller lowers the arm.
The rectangular R2 button on the front of the controller raises the arm.