USB DSMLink

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

Among my other DSMLink projects going at the time, I've made a DSMLink adapter with a USB connector as apposed to a DB-9 serial.Which will eliminate issues with USB to serial adapters.But, at present, to not conflict with the makers of the DSMLink, I will need to transplant an existing chip from your serial DSMLink adapter.These work 100% identical, with zero issues.

It in recognized by Windows as "DSMLink Adapter", and uses a virtual COM port driver(meaning it will show up as an additional COM port).Your original serial DSMLink adapter can be returned to normal for warranty/update issues.The USB adapter will have several feet of wire to further eliminate the need for the serial extension cable required for the serial DSMLink adapter.I"m making these in a low volume at first to address some issues I've heard from the locals with problems running USB to serial adapter or for people with laptops which don't have serial ports, and don't want to purhase an adapter.Still working on the final price, but it will be around $50.PM me with any interest.

Khadgar · 07-07-2005

Will it work with macos?

Matt D. · 07-07-2005

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Originally Posted by Khadgar

Will it work with macos?

The DSMLink software isn't even written for Macs, only Windows.

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

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Originally Posted by Matt D.

The DSMLink software isn't even written for Macs, only Windows.

Isn't there an emulator or a VM for that?

Khadgar · 07-07-2005

No, it's been compiled for mac os too. It's in the owner's forums.

Enes · 07-07-2005

leme get this again,

it goes, diagnostic port, dsmlink black box which has db9 connection then goes your cable and directly into the USB port on the laptop?

so basicly you built a usb to rs-232 male all in one?

-E

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

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Originally Posted by Enes

leme get this again,

it goes, diagnostic port, dsmlink black box which has db9 connection then goes your cable and directly into the USB port on the laptop?

so basicly you built a usb to rs-232 male all in one?

-E

Sort of, The DSMLink box will no longer have a db9 connector, just a few foot wire which ends in a USB plug.So no serial-USB adapters at all, the DSMLink box is know total USB.

Enes · 07-07-2005

so, we don't need to use the dsmlink box we got from dsmlink guys? we use yours?

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

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Originally Posted by Enes

so, we don't need to use the dsmlink box we got from dsmlink guys? we use yours?

Yeah, but I use their encryption chip, so there are no conflicts with the DSMLink guys.

Enes · 07-07-2005

Awesome!

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

Details:
The original DSMlink adapter contain the very common (MAX232)RS232 to TTL level converter, I've just replaced that converter with a USB to TTL converter.The rest of the adapter circuitry stays the same, so no piracy issues, and the DSMLink guys don't get their panties in a bunch.IMHO They should've done this years ago.

Enes · 07-07-2005

cha ching, pattent it? sell it to them ;p

LightningGSX · 07-07-2005

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Originally Posted by Enes

cha ching, pattent it? sell it to them ;p

Doubt its patentable, and I'm not so sure I trust these guys not to just do it themselves.I've always got a sense of greed from the DSMLink guys, which I could be totally wrong about.In emails they had said they had a USB version in the works, but that was months ago.It took me a little over an hour to have a working one, which makes me think they don't really care about customer requests.

**scheides** · 07-08-2005

Or the original guy that designed it knew his shit, left the company, and now they don't know wft to do & don't want to admit it.

Eric, I would love one of these.

Anyone want to buy a used-three-times usb-to-serial adaptor?

CDeutsch · 07-08-2005

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Originally Posted by LightningGSX

Doubt its patentable, and I'm not so sure I trust these guys not to just do it themselves.I've always got a sense of greed from the DSMLink guys, which I could be totally wrong about.In emails they had said they had a USB version in the works, but that was months ago.It took me a little over an hour to have a working one, which makes me think they don't really care about customer requests.

Maybe you should contact them about your cable. Maybe they'd be interested in working out a deal. All I know is the support Thomas and Dave provide on the DSMLink private forum is top rate. They have huge lists of requested improvements and I doubt USB is high on the list since serial works fine for most people but that doesn't mean they wouldn't be interested if someone else has already done the work.

If my serial port craps out I'd definetly me interested in a USB version but so far it's been flawless. Nice hack regardless!

Now if you could just make an adjustable circuit for my Stealth to turn off my AC at a particular TPS voltage that'd be great. Then I can be lazy and not tighten the belt.

LightningGSX · 07-08-2005

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Originally Posted by CDeutsch

Now if you could just make an adjustable circuit for my Stealth to turn off my AC at a particular TPS voltage that'd be great. Then I can be lazy and not tighten the belt.

I could do that in my sleep.

samnumba1 · 06-29-2008

sorry to bring this back from the dead, but did anyone buy one of his cables I'm really curious how well it worked?

**Kracka** · 06-29-2008

He is long gone.

turbotalon1g · 06-29-2008

Why don't you just buy the suggested cable.

samnumba1 · 06-30-2008

does any one know how to contact lightninggsx email address maybe... He has the suggested cable unless someone here has one they will sell