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flattmint · 01-12-08, 05:05 PM

Hi,

I've been reading all the posts about using a null modem cable to connect the eurovox to your computer, but my laptop (an Acer Aspire 5612) doesnt have output that will fit the null modem cable. The nearest thing to it is the vga output which goes to the tele.

Anyone got any ideas about what cable i need to connect up?

Ta
Matt

madtrev5 · 01-12-08, 05:08 PM

you can get a usb to rs232 adapter i think thats what u need to do it

mrj050 · 01-12-08, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flattmint

Hi,

I've been reading all the posts about using a null modem cable to connect the eurovox to your computer, but my laptop (an Acer Aspire 5612) doesnt have output that will fit the null modem cable. The nearest thing to it is the vga output which goes to the tele.

Anyone got any ideas about what cable i need to connect up?

Ta
Matt

you need a null modem cable AND a rs 232 cable to connect to usb port on laptop both available cheaply on ebay

hoonta · 01-12-08, 05:10 PM

you can get one with a usb on one end and the normal null connection on the other

mrj050 · 01-12-08, 05:20 PM

if your running vista make sure its vista compliant otherwise you'll need to download a driver, unless one is supplied with cabling.

flattmint · 01-12-08, 05:25 PM

Cheers guys. Just bought a null modem cable and usb adapter for £5.

easy!

20rsport · 01-12-08, 05:26 PM

_Maplin > rs232

_Maplin > null

flattmint · 01-12-08, 05:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrj050

if your running vista make sure its vista compliant otherwise you'll need to download a driver, unless one is supplied with cabling.

Hmmm, maybe its not so easy after all. Serves me right for getting cocky i guess! Looks like i will have to download the driver for it as it isnt vista compatable. Erm, anyone have any idea how i go about doing that? I've had bad experienced with downloading these 'drivers' in the past!

mrj050 · 01-12-08, 06:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by flattmint

Hmmm, maybe its not so easy after all. Serves me right for getting cocky i guess! Looks like i will have to download the driver for it as it isnt vista compatable. Erm, anyone have any idea how i go about doing that? I've had bad experienced with downloading these 'drivers' in the past!

USB to Serial Adapter driver downloads and documentation

try here

20rsport · 01-12-08, 07:43 PM

Please read "Ronsters Guide To Flashing Box For Newbies" its all there....in the Eurovox forums

Stage One
Ronsters Guide To Flashing Box For Newbies

Stage Two
Firmware can be located @

_http://thechatterboxcc.ourtoolbar.com/

The new firmware for the Eurovox Max V is the one labelled "UFL Eurovox Max V-Box AU fix"..

Stage 3
CDF Flies can be found here:-

CDF Files for the Eurovox

The CDF files is for those that forget to back up there channel data.

Check to see if your box is a Clone or FAQ's

Eurovox Frequently Asked Questions...

How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232?
How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232?

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01-12-08, 05:05 PM	#1 (permalink)
flattmint Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? Hi, I've been reading all the posts about using a null modem cable to connect the eurovox to your computer, but my laptop (an Acer Aspire 5612) doesnt have output that will fit the null modem cable. The nearest thing to it is the vga output which goes to the tele. Anyone got any ideas about what cable i need to connect up? Ta Matt

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madtrev5 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: brum Posts: 119 Thanks: 2 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? you can get a usb to rs232 adapter i think thats what u need to do it

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hoonta Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 145 Thanks: 8 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? you can get one with a usb on one end and the normal null connection on the other

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mrj050 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: sth manchester Posts: 211 Thanks: 42 Thanked 37 Times in 34 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? if your running vista make sure its vista compliant otherwise you'll need to download a driver, unless one is supplied with cabling.

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flattmint Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 3 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? Cheers guys. Just bought a null modem cable and usb adapter for £5. easy!

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20rsport Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nottinghamshire Posts: 322 Thanks: 6 Thanked 77 Times in 58 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? _Maplin > rs232 _Maplin > null

01-12-08, 07:43 PM	#10 (permalink)
20rsport Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Nottinghamshire Posts: 322 Thanks: 6 Thanked 77 Times in 58 Posts	Re: How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? Please read "Ronsters Guide To Flashing Box For Newbies" its all there....in the Eurovox forums Stage One Ronsters Guide To Flashing Box For Newbies Stage Two Firmware can be located @ _http://thechatterboxcc.ourtoolbar.com/ The new firmware for the Eurovox Max V is the one labelled "UFL Eurovox Max V-Box AU fix".. Stage 3 CDF Flies can be found here:- CDF Files for the Eurovox The CDF files is for those that forget to back up there channel data. Check to see if your box is a Clone or FAQ's Eurovox Frequently Asked Questions... How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? How can I connect my laptop to the eurovox without RS232? ________ If you found this post helpful please remember to click the "Thanks" button

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