root@ozdaltx.UUCP (root) (07/01/86)
I've had several requests to re-post the info on the Incomm modem as well as a report on My thoughts on it to date. The supplier has agreeded to extend their initial offer until August 1 of 340.00 $ or 5 or more for 310.00 $ Each. Appearently there were a few problems with the modem when it was first released. They appear to have been resolved. I also understand that though the dealer here, the folks in Richardson (Tx) have been taken care of also. I have had the modem running full-time for the last 10 days and just put it on my feed line last night since my getty wouldn't support 2400/1200/300 baud. I have used it mainly to call other BBS's that support 2400b. On the systems that I normally have problems with line noise, the Turbo seems to be very effective in filtering the noise out, especially in an "on-line" situation. There is some room for improvement, however. I have found that the 4 function switches in the back are recessed to much for easy access and the power switch is inconvienent. Both of these are minor since once the switches are set you can leave them alone afterwards. Personially, I would prefer a somewhat easier readable front display. They have mounted red LEDs in back of a red plexiglas panel with white lettering. From an angle it's difficult to tell which lites are active. A plastic hood over each LED would solve that easily. Now for the good news: I like being able to software configure the modem and its capability to store the parameters in non-volitle memory for power-up. The Hayes commands seem to be all there as well as an extended set, such as, DCD and DTR control, Guard tones (550 & 1800HZ), Leased line. Overheating does not appear to be a problem, mine sits on the console and as stated earlier has been on for the last 10 days. However, I think a few vent holes judiciously placed would not hurt. - (Where's my drill??? ;-)) The 4800 and 9600 baud upgrade chips are supposed to be available in September. No price on those yet. To make a long story short, I'm quite pleased thus far and feel my money was well spent. SPECS: MFG: INCOMM 2400/1200/600/300 baud upgradable to 4800/9600 Hayes Compatable CCITT/Bell selectable 5 year warrenty (1 P/L, 4 Parts) Can be ordered though: Computer Systems Plus 12200 Ford Rd. Suite #280 Dallas, Tx 75234 (214) 620-8282 Contact: Doug Weisenburg or Bob Coulter CSP has agreed to extend their initial offer to "netters" until August 1, 1986. That is, $340.00 per unit or 5 or more at $310.00 + P&H. Afterwards, the unit will be $399.00. I have no connection with either of the above concerns, outside the fact I've gotten good service from them. Scotty ...ihnp4!killer!ozdaltx!root DISCLAIMER: "This system is mine, so this really isn't necessary!"