Connecting with a Wired Connection (Windows)#

Follow these simple steps to connect your VEX AIR Drone Controller to your computer with a USB-C cable.

Turn on the controller #

Turn on the controller by holding down the power button and releasing when it begins flashing white.

Plug in the cable #

Use a USB-C cable to connect your controller to your computer.

AIR Controller to the left of a laptop with a cable connecting the two electronics.

Select the Controller icon in the top-right corner #

Controller icon on the top right of VEXcode with a red box around it.

Follow the device prompts #

Prompt for connecting the lowest number. A box is highlighted for the Continue button.

Pick the right connection option #

Select the option with Communications Port.

A list with User Port and Communications Port, the Communications port option is highlighted.

Finalize your connection #

Same as above with connect button highlighted.

You are connected #

The Controller icon in the upper right corner of VEXcode AIR will now appear green.

Controller icon on the top right of VEXcode with a box around it.