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 Drone icon in the top-right corner#

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

Select Connect via USB from the menu#

In the dropdown menu of VEXcode's drone, a box is highlighted for Connect via usb.

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

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