General Protocol At Competition

Uploading Code:

Windows

• Connect computer directly into the RoboRio (ethernet or USB-C).
• Turn on robot.
• Wait to connect, send Code.
• Turn off robot.
• Disconnect USB-C or ethernet cable.

Linux

• Disconnect the flashed router from the RoboRio and connect an unflashed router instead. (https://wpilib.screenstepslive.com/s/4485/m/13503/l/144986-programming-your-radio-for-home-use if you have no second router. Keep in mind it must be re-flashed before playing if you do this.)
• Connect through a wired or wireless connection to the unflashed router.
• Turn on robot.
• Wait to connect, send code.
• Turn off robot.
• Disconnect USB-C or ethernet cable if applicable.
• Reconnect flashed router (re-flash router if necessary).

Testing Code:

On Practice Field

• Maximum of 3 team members on the field.
• Connect computer directly into the RoboRio (ethernet- preferably long cord).
• Turn on robot.
• Wait to connect, activate robot after people give it some space.
• Test what you are their to test.
• Turn off robot
• Disconnect ethernet cable.

In Pits

• Clear everyone who is non essential from the pits.
• Ensure no one is working on the robot.
• Connect computer directly into the RoboRio (ethernet- preferably long cord).
• Turn on robot.
• Wait to connect, activate robot once people stop touching it and give it space.
• Test your code (Take care when interacting with the robot/don’t interact with the robot).
• Turn off robot
• Disconnect ethernet cable.