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Shuttermaker · #1 (**permalink**) 11-09-2006, 03:21 PM

Just purchased a BC 780XLT and was wondering what software you recommend using with a PC?

I ordered a DB9 cable of off eBay. It hasn't arrived yet, just trying to get my ducks in a row.

Thanks,
Mike

Dubbin · #2 (**permalink**) 11-09-2006, 04:02 PM

ARC780 and Trunkstar 780 are both excellent programs for the 780.

Shuttermaker · #3 (**permalink**) 11-09-2006, 04:06 PM

Thanks for the info.

ka3jjz · #4 (**permalink**) 11-10-2006, 05:49 PM

Don't forget Scan Control, which also works with the 780. Enjoy your new toy....73s Mike

Shuttermaker · #5 (**permalink**) 11-18-2006, 01:19 PM

Im having some communication problems between my 780XLT and the PC.

I believe I have everything on the scanner side setup correctly. My PC has a DB9 serial port on the back but, it doesnt show up in the "Device Manager" list. Under Ports (COM & LPT) i have a Communications Port COM1 and a Printer Port LPT1.

Can anyone assist me in getting windows to recognize the DB9 serial port?

Ive downloaded a trial version of ARC 780 to play with but, there is no communication between the scanner and PC.

Thanks,
Mike

edweirdFL · #6 (**permalink**) 11-18-2006, 01:26 PM

Wouldn't the serial port on the back be "COM1" in the Device Manager list?

Ed

Shuttermaker · #7 (**permalink**) 11-18-2006, 01:32 PM

OMG...boy do I feel STUPID. Thanks for your quick response. Connection established.