Re: [sprog-dcc] Re: Where are you? Just a bit of fun
Ar Gwe, 2006-08-04 am 11:13 +0000, ysgrifennodd andrew_croslanduk:
> I don't know how the Linux drivers work. Do I need to get FTDI to
> build the PID into the drivers?
>
The Linux drivers have source code and are community maintained so I can
just submit a change to add it.
Hi all, I've set up a Frappr map for anyone who wishes to add themselves and tell other users where they are: http://www.frappr.com/sprog-dcc Enjoy! Andrew PS...
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... about ... The USB version uses Virtual COM Port (VCP) drivers so it behaves just like the serial version as far as software is concerned. No need for ...
... Thats actually all I needed to know. Linux has an FTDI chip driver already for just about anything using the FTDI protocol. Just needs the vendor/device...
... own ... the ... I'm can't afford the $2K per year for a unique vendor ID so: Old USB SPROGs (pre SPROG II) use the default FTDI VID and PID and should just...
Andrew, I'm using an original version 4.0 SPROG which was recently upgraded from firmware version 3.8 to 3.9. Since performing the upgrade I've noticed ever...
Bob, I haven't seen that problem before. What output do you get from an M command sent to the SPROG? I'm wondering if one of the mode bits are somehow stuck in...
I am just starting to use the sprog I bought last year. I saw some messages re firmware update. Should I look to see if this is a needed upgrade? Stan Stan...
Stan, You do have an older version but if it works OK for you then there is no need to upgrade. You will need to upgrade if you use digitrax decoders and wish...
I have not had a problem, but I am saving to purchase a couple of Tsunami decoders. What should I do to get the sprog upgraded? Thanks Stan Stan Hall 2402...
Stan, As you are in the US, the best thing would be to contact Bill Chown (se the SPROG DCC website) as there are potential problems in doing it yourself. ...
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