[Ham-Mac] USB Serial adapters

[Dick Kriss, AA5VU]

Tim, VE3TZS

I have used the USB-28A (that provides two RS-422 mini-DIN8 ports) for years
to keep the old PK-232 alive and functional.  I tried two other generic
brand adapters and they did not work but the Keyspan worked perfect. The
only limitation is you have to decide if you are going to use OS9 or OSX.  I
have mine configured for OS9 because my old PK-232 MacRATT Software only
runs in the Classic mode.

I have not used the PK-232 for some time and your note is a reminder to me
to ditch the old software, adapter and PK-232 to regain a USB port.

No comment on the High Speed serial adapter. I have never used one.  The
twin serial works great.

73 de Dick, AA5VU


On 6/23/05 5:29 AM, "Tim McLeod" <ve3tzs at mac.com> wrote:

> 
> I plan to purchase a Keyspan USB to serial adapter for my TNC etc but would
> like some feedback on the Twin Serial adapter (RS422) vs the High Speed
> serial adapter (RS232).  I may also use it for rig control at some later
> date.
> 
> TIA
> 
> Tim, VE3TZS