Vexplorer
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VEXplorer is sold out and discontinued at this time. Accessories are still available.
Compatability
The VEXplorer is the first product of the new VEX-RC product line (VEX-Blue). The VEX-Blue Transmitter, VEX-Blue Receiver, and the VEX-Blue Motor Module VB1 are NOT compatible with the current VEX product line (VEX-Red). Also Sensors and Servos can NOT be used with a VEX-Blue Receiver. The VEX-Blue Receiver is not programmable.
All the VEXplorer Structure, Hardware and Motion parts are completely compatible with all other VEX Structure, Hardware and Motion parts and pieces and vice-versa. Use these VEX products to build endless robots.
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Vexplorer Specifications
| VEX Robotics | Description |
| RC Frequency | 27MHz |
| Camera Frequency | 2.4GHz |
| Transmitter Battery | 9 Volt(not included) |
| Receiver Battery | AA-Batteries 6 each. (not included) |
| Motor Ports | 6 VB-1 Motor Ports(0 volts to battery voltage - depending on speed) |
| AUX Ports | 2 AUX ports - supply power to accessories - Color Camera Kit, Flashlight Kit, ... |
| Operating Range | 150 foot - max, clear line of sight. |
| Wheel Base L | 11 inches (approx) |
| Length(with claw) | 19 inches (approx) |
| Wheel Base W | 10 inches (approx) |
| Height | 13.5 inches (antenna sleve) / 18.5 inches max with arm raised |
| Camera Battery Type | No Batteries Required, power is supplied from a VEX Controller. |
| Camera Receiver Battery | AA-batteries required 4 ea, not included. |
| Camera Resolution | 0.3 Mega-Pixels |
| Receiver Dimensions | Length 4.0 in. x Width 2.8 in. x Height 2.9 in. (approx) |
| Camera Weight | 0.15 lbs. |
| Camera Receiver Weight | 0.25 lbs. |
| Camera Wiring | Black - ground; Red - + voltage |
| Camera Receiver Wiring | RCA Cable, Yellow for Video / White for Audio |
Vexplorer List of Contents
| Quantity | Description |
| 1 | Camera Unit |
| 1 | Camera Receiver |
| 1 | VEX-Blue Receiver |
| 1 | RCA A/V Cable (6 foot) |
| 4 | VEX-Blue Motor Module VB1 |
| 3 | Clutch Assembly (Red) |
| 1 | VEX-Blue Transmitter |
| 1 | VEX Battery Box |
| Motion | |
| 6 | 3 in. Wheel |
| 10 | 48 Tooth Gear |
| 3 | 60 Tooth Gear |
| 4 | 60 Tooth Gear |
| 27 | Bearing Flat |
| 1 | 4 in. Drive Shaft |
| 8 | 3 in. Drive Shaft |
| 5 | 2 in. Drive Shaft |
| 24 | Collar |
| Structure | |
| 2 | metal, Chassis Bumper |
| 2 | metal, Chassis Rail Long (outboard) |
| 2 | metal, Chassis Rail Short (inboard) |
| 1 | metal, Tower-Right Bracket |
| 1 | metal, Tower-Left Bracket |
| 1 | metal, Arm C-channel |
| 2 | metal, Claw Bracket |
| 1 | metal, 5x10 Plate |
| 6 | Threaded Beam (1/2 in.) |
| 3 | Threaded Beam (3 in.) |
| 4 | Plastic Chassis Spacer |
| 1 | Antenna Sheath |
| 1 | Antenna Holder |
| Hardware | |
| 52 | Plastic Locking Rivet |
| 40 | Screw 1/4 in. Long |
| 8 | Screw 1/2 in. Long |
| 8 | Screw 1-1/2 in. Long |
| 8 | Cotter Pin |
| 8 | E-Clip |
| 6 | Short Motor Screw |
| 2 | Long Motor Screw |
| 13 | Delrin Washer |
| 9 | Long Plastic Spacer |
| 4 | Short Plastic Spacer |
| 8 | Lock Nut (Nylock) nylon insert |
| 28 | Keps Nut |
| 1 | Wire Ties (Bag) |
| Claw Plastic | |
| 2 | Finger (overmold soft rubber) |
| 2 | Claw Gear-Linkage |
| 2 | Claw Linkage |
| Tools | |
| 1 | VEX Large Allen Wrench (3/32 in.) |
| 1 | VEX Small Allen Wrench (5/64 in.) |
| 1 | VEX Wrench |
