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I know this is a bit of the topic I will ask any way.
I am installing a new firmware on my Sim2 C3X projector via a loptop with only USB ports no serial port .
How do I do this and what cable to I need.
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Does the projector have a serial port? If yes, then you need to get a USB->Serial adaptor- many here are using one for the M software.
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Just to make it clear, a USB->Serial converter is simply as said - it converts USB to serial. Just because they are often sold as a 'flying lead' it doesn't mean that they wont need a serial cable or adaptor in their own right. A number of time recently on a number of BB's I have seen people having problems with USB/Serial converters simply because they did not realise that they needed additional equipment in the chain. Often require a null model adaptor or cable is required - as is necessary with Meridian kit.
The null modem adaptor/cable has the tx and rx lines crosslinked - this allows DTE (Data Terminal Equipment such as PC) to DTE connection ie PC to PC rather than DTE to DCE (Data Communications Equipment such as a modem) ie PC to modem. Whether a piece of kit acts as DTE or DCE is down to how the connection is viewed by the manufacturer, but as a general rule, something that terminates a communication chain (ie PC, Meridian processor, maybe your projector) is a DTE and something that is part of a comms chain (ie modem) is a DCE. If you are trying to perform DTE to DTE comms, you will will require some form of null modem adaptor, be it a cable or adaptor box/dongle. A null modem adaptor is more than a 'gender bender'.
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Originally posted by Ian:
Just to make it clear, a USB->Serial converter is simply as said - it converts USB to serial. Just because they are often sold as a 'flying lead' it doesn't mean that they wont need a serial cable or adaptor in their own right. A number of time recently on a number of BB's I have seen people having problems with USB/Serial converters simply because they did not realise that they needed additional equipment in the chain. Often require a null model adaptor or cable is required - as is necessary with Meridian kit.
The null modem adaptor/cable has the tx and rx lines crosslinked - this allows DTE (Data Terminal Equipment such as PC) to DTE connection ie PC to PC rather than DTE to DCE (Data Communications Equipment such as a modem) ie PC to modem. Whether a piece of kit acts as DTE or DCE is down to how the connection is viewed by the manufacturer, but as a general rule, something that terminates a communication chain (ie PC, Meridian processor, maybe your projector) is a DTE and something that is part of a comms chain (ie modem) is a DCE. If you are trying to perform DTE to DTE comms, you will will require some form of null modem adaptor, be it a cable or adaptor box/dongle. A null modem adaptor is more than a 'gender bender'. Thanks Ian. Is it possible if you can tell me exactly what I need to buy to do the job, any part numbers so I can drive to Radio Shack and buy the stuff off the shelve.
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I think we have lost Tandy/Radio Shack in the UK so I cannot vouch for my selections but try: USB/Serial converter Female/Female null modem cable Looks like posts have crossed
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Guys you both are life savers, thanks again.
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IQuestion. Is there such a thng called USB driver for the particular device you want to upgrade the WF via USB port?....
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Meridian USA recommended the Keyspan USB to Serial converter to me and you can compare prices online at Froogle.
I used a Radio Shack null modem adapter, but I'm sure you can find one at your local "serious" electronics store.
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