Partial push of Josh's configure-dive-computer GSoC project

[Davide DB]

2014-08-20 11:43 GMT+02:00 Jef Driesen <jef at libdivecomputer.org>:

> On 2014-08-20 10:40, Davide DB wrote:
>
>> Seiko exited the DC business so I can understand. Sad but true.
>>
>
>
> We can keep arguing about this forever, so let's put it to rest and
> instead try to find a solution for your problem.
>

:)


>
> If your Sensus Ultra PC interface is the same as mine, then it should look
> similar to this one:
>
> http://www.plongeur.com/scuba-planet/data/92/5399sensus_
> interface-large.jpg


I have that one above that has and extra port for a handheld device.
Basically swap TX and RX signals.  I have also a "naked" version like this

http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=100521&stc=1&d=1312843948
that it's a simpler version.



> Two parts, the download interface with an RS-232 (serial) connector, and a
> separate usb-serial cable. If I'm right, the Prolific chip is embedded in
> the cable, not the download interface.


Yes. Reefnet states in their dev manual that the interface has no hardware
at all. Just simple signal routing.


> That means you can easily replace it with another usb-serial cable. If you
> pick an FTDI based cable, you'll no longer have to deal with the prolific
> driver.


I'll try. Thanks


-- 
Davide
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