Lynx Dongle doesn't seem to be working

[elcommandante]

Trying to use the Lynx Dongle with S3 and Lynx Express. Red light is on dongle, never get any green light. Have tried switching Cat5 cable and also switched com port. Board passes all tests. Which plug does Cat5 go into on the board? Have tried all three. Have also selected Lynx in Network Preferences in S3.

Windows shows I have a good driver for the dongle. Got all the parts in a coop so it's my understanding PIC came programmed. Any suggestions?

[rrowan]

To my knowledge there has never been a dongle parts coop. So my guess is the dongle pic is not programmed. Also try using a simple program in the wiki to test the dongle with the express (like RJ's DMX Deck or my StartPattern) just to verify the hardware is working and not a config problem with S3

Rick R.

[elcommandante]

Obviously, you are right about the coop.  Got the PCB and the case in a coop, my bad.  Is there anyone in the Austin/San Antonio area who can program the pic for me?

[rrowan]

There is a wiki page with members who are willing to program the pic for you

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Hope that helps

Rick R.

[elcommandante]

Thanks Rick!

[John K]

I am flying into San Antonio Saturday morning and will be near Churchhill Estates Blvd. and Blanco Rd. from noon until about 5 PM.
If you want to meet up and switch chips I will swap a programmed one for yours.
PM me if interested.
John

[Jeffl]

Great service John. 

If you need help after you get the dongle working I might be able to help.  I have my show running with an Enttec pro but I tested my Lynx dongle and LOR USB485B adapter with S3.

[elcommandante]

Thanks all.  Steve in Round Rock will program it for me tonight.

[Steve Gase]

if Will is still stuck, maybe we'll meet in Buda.