Pairing a Controller (2nd gen) to Brain (2nd gen)- IQ

Using VEX IQ (1st generation)? See this article.

Follow the steps below to pair your VEX IQ (2nd generation) Controller with your (2nd generation) Brain.

Note: once paired initially, the Brain and Controller will remain paired even after both have been turned off and back on again.


Preparation for Wirelessly Pairing

VEX IQ Generation 2 Controller Brain Battery, showcasing the battery component used in VEX IQ robotics, designed for educational robotics and programming.

Gather the following items

  • Charged VEX IQ (2nd generation) Controller
    • See this article for more information on how to charge a (2nd gen) Controller.
  • VEX IQ (2nd generation)Brain
  • Charged VEX IQ (2nd generation) Battery 

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Generation 2 Brain and Controller interface displayed on the home screen, showcasing various options and settings for users to navigate and control their robotics projects.

 

Power on the Brain and Controller

Install the Battery and select the Check button to turn on the Brain.

Press the Power button to turn on the Controller.

The Brain’s LED and the Controller’s Power/Link LED should display green to show that they are powered on. 


Wirelessly Pair the Controller and Brain

View this animation, and follow the steps outlined below to wirelessly pair the Controller and Brain.

When wirelessly connected, the Brain’s LED and the Controller’s Power/Link LED should both blink green to show that they are connected.

Steps for Connecting

Screenshot showing an arrow icon indicating how to scroll to the settings section in the VEX IQ Robotics platform documentation, specifically related to controller setup and configuration.

Step 1: Use the arrow buttons to scroll to Settings. 

Screenshot of the VEX IQ Controller interface highlighting the 'Check' button, used for verifying settings and configurations in the VEXcode IQ programming environment.

Step 2: Press the Check button to select Settings.

Screenshot showing how to scroll to and select a link in the VEX IQ Controller documentation, illustrating navigation steps for users seeking information on programming and using the VEX IQ Robotics platform.

Step 3: Then, scroll to Link and press the Check button to select.

Screenshot of a VEX IQ controller interface showing the selected link option, highlighting features for programming and controlling VEX IQ robots, relevant for educators and students in robotics education.

Step 4: Once Link is selected, the pairing screen will open. The Brain’s LED will turn yellow while connecting.

Screenshot of a VEX IQ controller interface showing the selected link option, highlighting features for programming and controlling VEX IQ robots, relevant for educators and students in robotics education.

Step 5: Press the Controller Power button 2 times while holding down the L-Up and L-Down buttons, as shown on the Brain screen. 

Note: Notice the timing in which the Power button blinks on the Brain screen. Try to press the Controller Power button with the same timing. This may take more than one try.

Image showing a VEX IQ controller paired with a robot, illustrating the connection process for users in the VEX IQ Robotics platform, designed for educational and beginner robotics enthusiasts.

Step 6: When wirelessly connected, you will see the Controller icon on the Brain screen.  The Brain’s LED and the Controller’s Power/Link LED should both blink green to show that they are connected.

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

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