Required Materials

This wiki contains tutorials that demonstrate how to configure, program, and operate the FTC control system. In order to complete the tutorials, you will need to have the following materials available:

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Two (2) FIRST-approved* Android smartphones. Or... One (1) Control Hub and one (1) FIRST-approved* Android smartphone. *For a list of FIRST-approved Android smartphones, refer to the current FTC Game Manual Part 1, rule <RE06>.	Or...
A Google account (available for free from Google) to access the Google Play store.
Wireless Internet access.
Laptop with Microsoft Windows 7, 8 or 10 and Wi-Fi capability. Note that your laptop should have the most current service packs and system updates from Microsoft. If you are using a different type of machine (such as a Chromebook, Android Tablet, etc.) as your programming device, the steps might differ slightly on how to access the Programming Server on the Robot Controller. Refer to your device's user documentation for details on how to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
Javascript-enabled web browser (Google Chrome is the recommended browser).
REV Robotics Expansion Hub (REV-31-1153).
REV Robotics Switch, Cable, & Bracket (REV-31-1387).
REV Robotics Tamiya to XT30 Adapter Cable (REV-31-1382).
FIRST-approved 12V Battery (such as Tetrix W39057). For a list of FIRST-approved 12V batteries, refer to the current FTC Game Manual Part 1, rule <RE03>.
FIRST-approved 12V DC Motor (such as Tetrix W39530, with power cable W41352). For a list of FIRST-approved 12V motors, refer to the current FTC Game Manual Part 1, rule <RE09>.
REV Robotics Anderson to JST VH Cable (REV-31-1381).
180-Degree Standard Scale Servo (such as Hitec HS-485HB).
REV Robotics Color Sensor with 4-Pin Cable (REV-31-1154).
REV Robotics Touch Sensor with 4-Pin Cable (REV-31-1425).
USB Type A male to type mini-B male cable.
Two (2) micro USB OTG adapters.
Logitech F310 USB Gamepad.