Connection cable between controller and computer

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robert verhey
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Connection cable between controller and computer

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My Megajolt Lite Jr has a 9 pin outlet for connection to the computer. What to do now that my new computer has no 9 pin connection anymore? Only 15 pin, USB and other "flat connectors". Are there adaption cables, or?
Otherwise 0 problems with my 8 year old Megajolt!
Robert Verhey

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Post by brentp »

Sounds like a version 3 controller, with the 9 pin plug on the enclosure? In which case, that's a standard 9 pin serial connection. You can use a USB to Serial cable which will have the correct cable connection.

Let us know if you're still stuck and we can provide links for you.
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Comms problems

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Hello,
I am now at the point of hooking up my computer to my Megajolt. I finally got MS to acknowledge the port but now having problems trying to communicate with the MJolt. The errors are: Time out occurred and Communications Time Out occurred.

Question: My computer only has USB connections, so, do I need a smart USB cable (one with a chip in it) or make a direct wire USB to the RJ-11 jack?

I have the DB9 to RJ-ll adapter I purchased from you but need to convert to USB.

If I must make the cable or buy a direct connect cable like the one you offer, is there a software driver available?

If it is a direct connect, what is the data rate and other parameters used on the Mjolt serial port??


Thanks,

Doug


brentp wrote:Sounds like a version 3 controller, with the 9 pin plug on the enclosure? In which case, that's a standard 9 pin serial connection. You can use a USB to Serial cable which will have the correct cable connection.

Let us know if you're still stuck and we can provide links for you.

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Post by brentp »

Hi,

You will need a USB to serial adapter to go between your computer and the RJ11 cable we provide.

https://wiki.autosportlabs.com/MJLJ_V4_ ... erial_Port

A good quality unit is recommended - you can find them on Amazon or we have one in our online store: https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/c ... l-adapter/

Thanks,
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Post by SpitMan »

Brent,

Regarding your USB adapter, does it come with driver software?


Doug
brentp wrote:Hi,

You will need a USB to serial adapter to go between your computer and the RJ11 cable we provide.

https://wiki.autosportlabs.com/MJLJ_V4_ ... erial_Port

A good quality unit is recommended - you can find them on Amazon or we have one in our online store: https://www.autosportlabs.com/product/c ... l-adapter/

Thanks,

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Post by brentp »

Hi Doug,

Windows will likely detect it automatically. If it doesn't, the included drivers can be used.
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robert verhey
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Post by robert verhey »

Hi Brent,

Thanks for the info. I will put the Autosport Labs USB/9pin connector on my wish list for Christmas.
The version 3 system on my 1952 Willys Jeep is still functioning very well - without a hitch during the last 8 years or so since I installed it.

Best regards, Robert

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