EmulatorII-list

--- In emulatorII-list@yahoogroups.com, "esynthesist" <esynthesist@...> wrote:
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> You should use the modem port, select this port in SD for EII, and 
> play with the "local talk" on/off settings in the Mac OS.
> Midi must be on (either omni or poly...)
> There's a database in this group with a list of compatible mac 
> computers and some hints for using them. The PB5300 is mentioned.
> Note however that many many people have problems with non-working 
> RS422 communication when using this particular powerbook 5300.
> I have one too and never succeeded to make it work with my EII.

I have a PB5300cs working here. To restate and add to what Esynth has said: Use the Modem Port. AppleTalk must be active and set to Infrared Port (*not* modem-printer port). Zap the PRAM. Only load minimal Mac system extensions at startup. I am of the opinion that Mac OS version (System 7.5.5 here) has something to do with success. Do try your SD communication at least twice in a row if you first see a "cannot communicate" error. You can also try putting the E-II into Mac mode manually. Keep good clear notes of what configurations have been tried during your testing. Good Luck.