CompuServe Thread

#Comm Problems

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#109388From: Stuart JewellAug 4, 1993 11:13 PM
Hi Again, It's me the big kid with the communications problems when trying to use bplus or quickb. I tried to use "backtalk" but it locked up on me every time I tried to use it. The message at the bottem inidicates "Scroll Lock On". The "backtalk" documentation never mentions this. The bottem line is that I'm still attempting to use xpr quickb or bplus from the A-talk III program. I'm currently running WB2.1. I'm running with .5M of Chip and .5M of Fast. I get the impression that quickb or bplus is suppose to initiate the transfer. How long does this take. Nothing seems to happen after selecting "Receive" (i.e. no modem activity) and then "Receive Successful" when their is nothing received. Also, What is the quickb asking for when it requests "Startup Line". The documentation mentions nothing about this. The bottem line. Help! Thanks, Stuart
#109389From: Steve AhlstromAug 4, 1993 11:18 PM
Stuart, With Backtalk, set up your modem to properly follow the state of CD and DTR … the commands are &C1 and &D2 (for Hayes compatible modems). No idea about Atalk III. With whatever program you use you must have the it set to 8 bit, no parity, 1 stop bit (8N1).
#109422From: Andy LevyAug 5, 1993 6:29 AM
Also check your modem cable. Backtalk will not work with an abbreviated 3-wire cable — it requires a full (7-wire?) one. Unfortunately, that's why I downloaded it but haven't done anything with it. –apl