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# Triple-function color sensor Bluetooth & USB connectivity 32-bit microprocessor power Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547)

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**Price:** NZ$1480
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## Summary

> 🤖 Build. Code. Dominate your creative playground.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) by lego
- **How much does it cost?** NZ$1480 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- lego enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lego brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **See, Sense, and Shine:** Color sensor that detects colors, light, and doubles as a lamp—innovation meets play.
- • **Plug & Play Connectivity:** Seamlessly program and control via Bluetooth or USB for wireless freedom.
- • **Endless Creative Possibilities:** Build 4 unique robots with 3 servo motors and 4 sensors—your imagination is the limit.
- • **Drag-and-Drop Programming Made Simple:** Intuitive software compatible with PC and Mac lets you build and code with zero hassle.
- • **Intelligent Robotics at Your Fingertips:** Harness the 32-bit microprocessor for smooth, responsive robot control.

## Overview

LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0 is a cutting-edge robotics kit featuring a powerful 32-bit microprocessor, versatile triple-function color sensor, and wireless Bluetooth/USB connectivity. Designed for ages 10-18, it offers intuitive drag-and-drop programming software and components to build multiple customizable robots, making it the ultimate STEM toolkit for aspiring engineers and tech-savvy creators.

## Description

From the Manufacturer Lego Mindstorms NXT is back and better than ever, with new robot models, even more customizable programming, and all-new technology including a color sensor. Mindstorms NXT 2.0 combines the unlimited versatility of the Lego building system with an intelligent microcomputer brick and intuitive drag-and-drop programming software. The new 2.0 toolkit features everything you need to create your first robot in 30 minutes and then tens of thousands of other robotic inventions that do what you want.

Review: NXT 2.0: A Solid Improvement on the Best MINDSTORMS Set Ever - I first encountered the MINDSTORMS series in 2001 when I bought the Robotics Invention System 1.5 out of curiosity. Since then, I've purchased and used numerous MINDSTORMS sets, written two MINDSTORMS books, developed and taught a LEGO robotics course, and given LEGO presentations. So when I heard that LEGO was releasing the NXT 2.0 set in summer/fall 2009, I was curious to discover how LEGO would improve its flagship product. After finally getting my hands on a 2.0 set, I've been busy building, programming, and analyzing the kit's features. And I think this is the best MINDSTORMS set to date. The original NXT set released in 2006 (I'll call it the "1.0 set") enjoyed enormous success but still had some shortcomings. The NXT 2.0 set addresses some of those flaws and really is everything the 1.0 set should have been. As a robotics kit, the NXT 2.0 set mainly involves building and programming, so I'll take a look at how the kit performs in each of these areas. First, the building experience is fun and challenging while offering some exciting new additions. For the electronic elements, the NXT microcomputer and servo motors remain the same in both design and quantity; however, the selection of sensors has changed. There are now two touch sensors, an ultrasonic (distance) sensor, and the color sensor. The new color sensor boasts three functionalities. It can detect colors (6 basic colors), measure light intensity, and act as a lamp (emitting a red, blue, or green light). Unlike the 1.0 set, there is no light sensor or sound sensor: the new color sensor can function as a light sensor, and LEGO apparently thought that having two touch sensors would be more useful than having one touch sensor and one sound sensor as in the 1.0 set. I agree. The building elements are, once again, studless LEGO TECHINC pieces rather than traditional bricks. The 1.0 set included a few TECHNIC bricks, but these are gone in the 2.0 set, which focuses entirely on studless construction. Overall, there is still a good selection of beams, pegs, and axles (including a new #9 length axle) as well as the addition of two small rubber bands. Also fun is the special ball shooter equipment along with 12 small, brightly colored balls. There are only a few gears included, though. Whereas the 1.0 set included a fairly good variety and quantity of gears, the 2.0 set includes only a handful of double bevel gears and a single 12t bevel gear. This is a bit disappointing but also understandable. People like to add lots of gears to their robots to make them look cool, but lots of gears introduce lots of friction. The 2.0 kit's sample robot designs demonstrate how to connect pieces directly to motors rather than using gears to transmit the motion. This works fine and takes a little bit of getting used to, but I would still encourage new LEGO users to expand their collection of gears after purchasing the 2.0 set. As for the programming, the 2.0 version of the included NXT-G software offers some welcome new features. A remote control, sound editor, image editor, new programming blocks, improved performance, and other features make programming a more enjoyable experience. Performance is noticeably better than in the 1.0 version but can still be sluggish. The software includes a number of fun challenges spread across four robot designs: Shooterbot, Robogator, Color Sorter, and Alpha Rex. The sample robots are durable and work well, although some of the instructions for using Color Sorter were a bit confusing. The new version of Alpha-Rex is a truly fascinating robot: in addition to being a fun "advanced" model to build, new users can learn a lot from its incredibly compact and elegant design. The NXT 2.0 set is leading the MINDSTORMS series in the right direction. I like what I see in this set, and I believe LEGO has a winner on its hands. The 2.0 set is more expensive than the 1.0 set--by $30--but I believe the improvements and added functionality justify the extra cost. In sum, the NXT 2.0 set is a great toolset for any robotics enthusiast and a must-have for MINDSTORMS fans.
Review: Fantastic toy with lots of replay and educational value - I was a huge Lego fan growing up, and played a lot with the Expert Builder (now Technic) series. I purchased this set for my 11-year old and I have been amazed at all the incredibly advanced things you can do with this set. Including, building robots that actually solve Rubik's cube puzzles by reading the colors on the cube and manipulating the cube, reading and solving Sudoku puzzles and penciling in the answers, etc. My son has played with this set constantly for the last month and has built literally dozens of models. The re-playability is incredible, and it seems the more he plays with it, the more he likes it. One great feature is the ability to download building instructions and programs from the Mindstorms website, and other places on the Internet, so the possibilities are endless. My kid started with the basic models and instructions that come with the kit, and they worked really well to get him started. He really liked the ball-shooter and color-sorter models. From there, he branched out to the Mindstorms portal for more models. Then the Internet. Now, he is building his own creations, and using it for school projects, etc. The educational value is fantastic, as it teaches robotic and computer programming fundamentals. My son actually registered for a robotics elective at school after playing with this toy. One word of caution, though. This set definitely requires either a teenage/tech-savvy child, or an adult willing to provide tech support. To play with this toy, you need to install software, connect the Mindstorms brick to your PC, do basic programming tasks with the software, etc. Getting started felt overwhelming at first, but once you get through building the starter model, it's clear sailing. So, if you aren't willing to put in the time with your kid to get him up and running, I wouldn't purchase it. However, once my kid was up and running he quickly became self-sufficient, and for me was well worth the time investment. Besides, I think spending time with my kid was a bonus. :-) I had one minor problem installing the Mindstorms software on a Mac running OS X Snow Leopard. It required a patch available from Lego to get the software to install correctly. Other than that one minor hiccup, everything else has worked great. Also, invest in some good re-chargeable batteries, because you'll need them! One final word of caution...if your a Lego guru, you may end up playing with this thing more than your kid!

## Features

- The intelligent NXT Lego brick features 32-bit microprocessor, a large matrix display
- Three interactive servo motors; four sensors(Ultrasonic Sensor, 2 Touch Sensors and the all-new Color Sensor)
- Color Sensor has triple functionality: Distinguishes colors and light settings, and functions as a lamp
- Easy-to-use software (PC and Mac) with icon-based drag-and-drop programming and 16 fun building and programming challenges
- Batteries not included with this product
- Building instructions for 4 new amazing robots
- Four input and 3 output ports, and Bluetooth and USB communication link

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001V7RF9U |
| Additional Features | Non Toxic |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #322,963 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #9,479 in Toy Building Sets |
| Brand Name | LEGO |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 458 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Team Building Skills |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00673419113250 |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 18.9 x 3.7 x 14.88 inches |
| Item Type Name | Building Kit Toy |
| Item Weight | 4.4 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | LEGO Technic |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 216.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 120.0 |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8547 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | toll-free on 1-800-838-9647 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Name | mindstorms nxt |
| Model Number | 4544091 |
| Model Year | 2010 |
| Number of Batteries | 6 AA batteries required. |
| Number of Pieces | 612 |
| Theme | Robot |
| UPC | 673419000000 033170840480 032412831538 673419113250 |

## Images

![Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81DeD4+7YPL.jpg)
![Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QjoEYB1-L.jpg)
![Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hxGpd7i9L.jpg)
![Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81SGl1O8ofL.jpg)
![Mindstorms NXT 2.0 (8547) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hAIYFrqsL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can anyone point out the differences to the almost 50% cheaper and newer MINDSTORMS EV3 31313 kit? Is it worth to spend $300 more for this older kit??**
A: Probably not. The only reason it's price is higher is because they don't produce the that set anymore. Lego sets always go up in value once they stop making that set (i.e. UCS Millennium Falcon went up 10x).

**Q: How can i find the build manual?**
A: The manual can be found here:

https://www.lego.com/en-us/service/buildinginstructions/8547

**Q: do girls like this toy? it seems very male-centric.  is it possible to create a cat robot?**
A: It depends on the girl. I am a 51 year old woman, who JUST got her first Legos (the Mindstorm EV3 robotic set) and am thrilled with my husband for noticing how much I've loved helping my nephews with their Legos at Christmas vacations. So, as a girl I wanted to play with my brother's trucks, NOT the dolls that Grandma forced on me each time I touched the trucks, rofl. I also got a B.S. in Computer Science, so even though I'm "girly" too, I have to say I have pursued 50/50 "guy" and "girl" activities and interests in my life. Know your gift recipient... if you have a shy girl it's harder to know. Does she "show no interest" in Legos that are already in the family because she'd have to tussle with the boys to even touch them? Does she have a fear of the learning curve, or prefer to do things in the privacy of her own room? :-)

**Q: Is the LEGO Mindstorms NXT 2.0 can work and programmed with a 64-bit windows 8.1 computer operation?**
A: Yes, but application is 32 bit.  Long answer: Currently  EV3 Home Edition Software is available for Win32 and OSX. Windows versions from Windows 95 to Windows 8.1. can run Win32 applications

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ NXT 2.0: A Solid Improvement on the Best MINDSTORMS Set Ever
*by D***E on July 20, 2009*

I first encountered the MINDSTORMS series in 2001 when I bought the Robotics Invention System 1.5 out of curiosity. Since then, I've purchased and used numerous MINDSTORMS sets, written two MINDSTORMS books, developed and taught a LEGO robotics course, and given LEGO presentations. So when I heard that LEGO was releasing the NXT 2.0 set in summer/fall 2009, I was curious to discover how LEGO would improve its flagship product. After finally getting my hands on a 2.0 set, I've been busy building, programming, and analyzing the kit's features. And I think this is the best MINDSTORMS set to date. The original NXT set released in 2006 (I'll call it the "1.0 set") enjoyed enormous success but still had some shortcomings. The NXT 2.0 set addresses some of those flaws and really is everything the 1.0 set should have been. As a robotics kit, the NXT 2.0 set mainly involves building and programming, so I'll take a look at how the kit performs in each of these areas. First, the building experience is fun and challenging while offering some exciting new additions. For the electronic elements, the NXT microcomputer and servo motors remain the same in both design and quantity; however, the selection of sensors has changed. There are now two touch sensors, an ultrasonic (distance) sensor, and the color sensor. The new color sensor boasts three functionalities. It can detect colors (6 basic colors), measure light intensity, and act as a lamp (emitting a red, blue, or green light). Unlike the 1.0 set, there is no light sensor or sound sensor: the new color sensor can function as a light sensor, and LEGO apparently thought that having two touch sensors would be more useful than having one touch sensor and one sound sensor as in the 1.0 set. I agree. The building elements are, once again, studless LEGO TECHINC pieces rather than traditional bricks. The 1.0 set included a few TECHNIC bricks, but these are gone in the 2.0 set, which focuses entirely on studless construction. Overall, there is still a good selection of beams, pegs, and axles (including a new #9 length axle) as well as the addition of two small rubber bands. Also fun is the special ball shooter equipment along with 12 small, brightly colored balls. There are only a few gears included, though. Whereas the 1.0 set included a fairly good variety and quantity of gears, the 2.0 set includes only a handful of double bevel gears and a single 12t bevel gear. This is a bit disappointing but also understandable. People like to add lots of gears to their robots to make them look cool, but lots of gears introduce lots of friction. The 2.0 kit's sample robot designs demonstrate how to connect pieces directly to motors rather than using gears to transmit the motion. This works fine and takes a little bit of getting used to, but I would still encourage new LEGO users to expand their collection of gears after purchasing the 2.0 set. As for the programming, the 2.0 version of the included NXT-G software offers some welcome new features. A remote control, sound editor, image editor, new programming blocks, improved performance, and other features make programming a more enjoyable experience. Performance is noticeably better than in the 1.0 version but can still be sluggish. The software includes a number of fun challenges spread across four robot designs: Shooterbot, Robogator, Color Sorter, and Alpha Rex. The sample robots are durable and work well, although some of the instructions for using Color Sorter were a bit confusing. The new version of Alpha-Rex is a truly fascinating robot: in addition to being a fun "advanced" model to build, new users can learn a lot from its incredibly compact and elegant design. The NXT 2.0 set is leading the MINDSTORMS series in the right direction. I like what I see in this set, and I believe LEGO has a winner on its hands. The 2.0 set is more expensive than the 1.0 set--by $30--but I believe the improvements and added functionality justify the extra cost. In sum, the NXT 2.0 set is a great toolset for any robotics enthusiast and a must-have for MINDSTORMS fans.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic toy with lots of replay and educational value
*by T***Y on January 27, 2011*

I was a huge Lego fan growing up, and played a lot with the Expert Builder (now Technic) series. I purchased this set for my 11-year old and I have been amazed at all the incredibly advanced things you can do with this set. Including, building robots that actually solve Rubik's cube puzzles by reading the colors on the cube and manipulating the cube, reading and solving Sudoku puzzles and penciling in the answers, etc. My son has played with this set constantly for the last month and has built literally dozens of models. The re-playability is incredible, and it seems the more he plays with it, the more he likes it. One great feature is the ability to download building instructions and programs from the Mindstorms website, and other places on the Internet, so the possibilities are endless. My kid started with the basic models and instructions that come with the kit, and they worked really well to get him started. He really liked the ball-shooter and color-sorter models. From there, he branched out to the Mindstorms portal for more models. Then the Internet. Now, he is building his own creations, and using it for school projects, etc. The educational value is fantastic, as it teaches robotic and computer programming fundamentals. My son actually registered for a robotics elective at school after playing with this toy. One word of caution, though. This set definitely requires either a teenage/tech-savvy child, or an adult willing to provide tech support. To play with this toy, you need to install software, connect the Mindstorms brick to your PC, do basic programming tasks with the software, etc. Getting started felt overwhelming at first, but once you get through building the starter model, it's clear sailing. So, if you aren't willing to put in the time with your kid to get him up and running, I wouldn't purchase it. However, once my kid was up and running he quickly became self-sufficient, and for me was well worth the time investment. Besides, I think spending time with my kid was a bonus. :-) I had one minor problem installing the Mindstorms software on a Mac running OS X Snow Leopard. It required a patch available from Lego to get the software to install correctly. Other than that one minor hiccup, everything else has worked great. Also, invest in some good re-chargeable batteries, because you'll need them! One final word of caution...if your a Lego guru, you may end up playing with this thing more than your kid!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great idea, but be prepared to spend some more $$
*by S***N on December 28, 2009*

I design equipment control's for a living, so I'm fairly adept at these types of embedded processors. Purchasing the NXT kit only seemed a natural way for me to spend more time with my two boys (12 and 9) and sneak in some education at the same time. The Good: > This is an awesome idea by Lego - a toy that can be reused over, and over, and over again and is only limited by the imagination. > It really is a good tool to teach your child the fundamentals of programming. > The software (by Labview) is well done and about as easy as it can be made to be. > The parts are compatible with other Lego products - greatly expanding the capabilities. > It really does lend itself to parent/child together time. The Challenges: (Note that I say challenges, because I would really say that there is anything bad about the product. > If you've never programmed before, you have to expect that there will be a learning curve. Don't expect to be doing anything you can imagine right away. > It really feels to me like a starter kit. Most things that we want it to do, there are simply not enough parts for. For example, a fourth motor would be really useful as well as a third button and an analog input device (an input that varies in value instead of off/on - like a light dimmer). To really make this fun, I think that you either need two of them, or find a friend with one. > You have to find clever ways to attach to the motors and the 'brain' in order to build a stable structure. I know of lots of regular lego parts that could have been included to make this easier. Summary: The Mindstorm is a great product that lends itself to quality parent/child time. The experience is enhanced by a combination of a technically savoy parent and an inventive child. You'll find yourself thinking and building all kinds of interesting devices together. To keep it from going into a closet after the first month, though, you need to plan on further investment. It is a starter kit, and needs further parts to make it really useful. Consider getting together with friends or joining a club. SteveJ

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