I've connected the USB to Serial adapter but it's on Com Port 5 (or higher) and your software only has Ports 1-4. This issue applies to the c\temp software only. This has been resolved with the new version of the MDAS-Pro software. If you do not have a copy of this software, please contact us.

There are several available but few good ones. Do not get one that says "Serisl to PDA" adpater. They don't work. This is a tried and true good one from Keyspan: http://www.keyspan.com/products/usb/USA19HS/ available at CompUSA: http://www.compusa.com/products/product_info.asp?product_code=309975&pfp=cat3 Saeligue Corp has the FTDI chipset units that work well: http://www.saelig.com/ftdi.htm This is a very low cost unit that has worked well: http://store.yahoo.com/gomadic-new/onepiusbtors.

USB to Serial Support - Use a direct/single USB to serial cable, and stay away from multi-port "hubs". Unplug the serial cable to the weather station when changing PC connections, like from serial jack to USB jack. Power down the weather station before connecting the serial cable.

Yes but you must purchase a USB to Serial converter. We have the IOGEAR USB to Serial Port Adapter Model GUC232A available under RIGblaster Accessories. All of the software was written for serial port control so it will not work directly with a USB port. With the USB to RS232 serial adapter you can add the function of a serial port to a computer that doesn't have one or doesn't have and extra one.

Yes. A separate, Keyspan brand USB adapter can be purchased for your board. The adapter attaches to the end of the serial cable provided and then connects to your computer. The USB adapter can be purchased through GTCO or your local reseller.

There are a variety of "aftermarket" products that will allow you to add a USB card to your computer. Check with either your computer manufacturer or with one of the manufacturers of USB cards.

Yes. The easiest way to do this is to extend the side of the cable with the RS232-C connector. You can purchase a connector and an extra length of standard "RS232-C straight through" cable from many local electronics stores. The maximum recommended total cable length (including all parts and extensions) is 25 feet.

Many new PCs (especially laptops) have USB ports but do not have the standard 9-pin serial ports found on older computers. This presents a problem because most of the GPS manufacturers don't make data cables that terminate with USB plugs. Unfortunately, we have noticed that the USB-Serial converters often cause computer crashes. We are working hard to resolve this problem.

Answer: Yes. You will need our USB connector from Agrowsoft if you with to use the USB port. You will need no additional connectors if you use a standard RS232 serial computer port. Answer: You can set up the software so that it sends text messages with both Alerts and a periodic "push" of current conditions. You specify the time interval (for example every 60 minutes). Your environments will be checking in with you rather that you having to check in on them!

Though some users report significant performance improvements when using USB, there is generally no major advantage over a serial connection, assuming the PC is properly configured with no serial port IRQ conflicts or other odd problems caused by other devices such as internal modems, Palm-pilots, etc. USB has the main advantages of convenience and easy installation.

If your laptop does not have a serial port, it should have a USB port. You will need to purchase a USB to serial converter. Most any brand will work okay. You shoud be able to pick these up for less than $20.00 at any computer supply store, Office Depot, Radio Shack, online, etc. They are cheap, don't buy used. Our experience indicates that the less expensive units work better with our type of product.

Both provide equivalent communication for all our meters. The distinction is that each kind of cable is intended for a different kind of connector to the computer. Some newer computers do not provide serial ports, which is why we introduced the USB version of the OneTouch Interface Cable in 2004.

No. Although the OneTouch USB Cable was more recently introduced, it is not considered an upgrade from the serial cable. Rather, it is a distinct product. The two types of cables are equivalent in quality.

Q. I've tried to connect my 2100 with 8210 cable and nothing happens. Your program doesn't detect my phone.

Please make sure the USB cable is made by Fortuna, and please download USB driver and firmware upgrade instruction from GPSmart download page for you to install the USB cable.

Yes, because the SignaLink doesn't require a connection to the computer's serial port! Unlike other interfaces, the SignaLink never requires a serial port connection. This is particularly handy if your computer doesn't happen to have one! In addition to simplifying your installation, this feature also reduces the likelihood of the computer's RF noise getting into your radio. It also eliminates serial port related transmit problems that plague other interfaces.

The serial port should be located on the back of your computer. An example of a serial port image is provided here.