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Jeff -
I'm not surprised you can't find it. It's got to be at least 12 years old.
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The specs are 50'. But, years ago we put in hundreds (if not thousands) that were more than 50' with no problems.
If you really want to get fancy you can install a serial to ethernet converter.
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Another thing I thought about doing was taking a standard cat 5 patch cable and putting DB9 adapters on both ends...I will just have my boss get me a 25 foot serial cable and call it a day :p
Jeff Moss
Moss Communications
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The 25-foot serial cable should work. Keep in mind that there are several implementations of RS232. I would try to find out from the equipment maker the distance limits for their port. Also, make sure it IS an rs232 port and not some custom pinning/signaling thing whose connection will disappear after say, X feet.
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Jeff.. Are you sure about the model number? I don't find a DX8 on the Mackie site. Oh.. never mind, it's on the EAW commercial side..
It does say that it is an RS232 port, but does not give any information about speed, handshaking, etc.
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Yes, it is now an EAW product. I'm going to call them tomorrow and find out more.
Jeff Moss
Moss Communications
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