simon
Hyperterminal is a small program that is found in windows ( Start menu then accessories then communications) which 'connects to other computers, Internet telnet sites, bulletin board systems, online services, and host computers using either a modem or a null-modem cable.'
Easy to use even luddite like myself can use it by following instructions in the thread quoted above.
The RGB hack is totaly reversable. you just chose a diffrent output option in the normal Meridian on screen menu, and use hyperterminal to re apply it.

Chris

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