Connect the AI Vision Sensor to App-based VEXcode IQ

To utilize your VEX IQ AI Vision Sensor in VEXcode projects, you must first connect and configure the sensor with web-based VEXcode IQ. This requires:

After configuring the sensor, you will also need the VEX IQ Brain, Battery, and smart cable to begin downloading and running projects using the AI Vision Sensor.

Connecting and Configuring an AI Vision Sensor

VEX IQ AI Vision sensor connected to a computer via usb cable.

Connect the AI Vision Sensor to your computer with a USB-C cable.

VEXcode IQ device menu. The icon of the device which is second from the left is highlighted.

Open app-based VEXcode IQ and open the Devices menu.

VEXcode IQ Device menu. The first line reads the IQ Robot Brain 2nd gen. The second line "Add a device" is highlighted.

Select Add a Device.

VEXcode IQ devices menu with select a device screen. AI Vision sensor is highlighted.

Select AI Vision.

VEXcode IQ device menu with AIVision. Select a port from 1 to 12.

Select the Smart Cable port that the sensor will be connected to on the IQ Brain.

VEXcode IQ Device menu, AI Vision sensor settings page. The configure button is highlighted.

Select Configure.

VEXcode IQ AI vision Utility. The camera feed on the left side is highlighted.

The AI Vision Sensor’s video screen will show what the sensor is seeing. This may take a few seconds to update.

If it does not update, check your cable connections to the sensor and computer.

VEXcode IQ AI vision utility with firmware is up to date. version 1.0.0.b5 highlighted

Below the AI Vision Sensor’s screen is information about the AI Vision Sensor’s firmware.

VEXcode IQ AI Vision Utility with new update available button and version 1.0.0.b5 highlighted

If the button says New Update Available, that means you need to update the firmware. Follow this article to learn about Updating the AI Vision Sensor's Firmware.

Diagram illustrating the AI Vision Sensor for IQ robotics, showcasing its components and functionality, with labels indicating key features and connections.

If the button says Firmware is Up to Date then your AI Vision Sensor has the most current firmware and is ready to go!

For information on how to enable one of the AI Detection Modes, see this article.

Connecting an AI Vision Sensor to an IQ Brain

VEX IQ Brain connects to IQ AI Vision sensor on port 11.

Once you have finished configuring the AI Vision Sensor, disconnect the Sensor from the computer and attach it to your IQ Brain with a Smart Cable.

VEX IQ 2nd gen brain connects AI vision sensor with a computer

You can now connect your IQ Brain to your computer to download projects using the AI Vision Sensor.

For more information, help, and tips, check out the many resources at VEX Professional Development Plus

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