Navigating Menu - IQ Brain (1st gen)

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On the Brain there are four main buttons that are used to navigate the LCD screen:

Diagram of the VEX IQ Robot Brain (1st Gen) showcasing its components and connections, illustrating key features for educational robotics and programming.

The Check button

The Check button is used to power on the Brain as well as to select different choices on the screen.

Diagram of the VEX IQ Robot Brain (1st Gen) showing its components and connections, illustrating the setup for educational robotics projects and programming.

The X button

The X button is used to power off the Brain. It is also used as a “go back” button to return to previous screens.

  • Click here to view the article, “How to Turn On/Off a VEX IQ Robot Brain.”

Diagram of the VEX IQ Robot Brain (1st Gen) showing its components and connections, illustrating how to set up and program the VEX IQ robotics system for educational purposes and beginner robotics enthusiasts.

The Up and Down Arrows

The up and down arrows are used to navigate between different options on the LCD screen.

Diagram of the VEX IQ Robot Brain (1st Gen) showing key components and connections, illustrating the setup for educational robotics projects and programming with VEXcode IQ.

To the left is an example of the LCD screen when powered on. Notice how the bottom of the screen shows how to Select with the Check button, or get to Settings with the X button.

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