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From: accuncg@ecsvax.UUCP
Newsgroups: net.micro
Subject: Re: Anchor Automation 1200 baud modem (once again)
Message-ID: <1638@ecsvax.UUCP>
Date: Fri, 2-Dec-83 15:52:43 EST
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Posted: Fri Dec  2 15:52:43 1983
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We received the Anchor Signalman Mark XII for evaluation last week.  Although
I am not familiar with the Hayes protocol, the Mark XII *seems* to be quite
compatible (e.g., the sequence "+++" returns the modem to command mode, rather
than putting the unit on-hook (as does the Password)).  The Signalman, like the
Password comes up in "verbose" mode--very "talky"--which won't work well as
auto-answer on our Micom 600 port-selector.  Nevertheless, it is *fine* for use
with terminal or micro and I recommend it as a "best buy" at the $300 price.
Incidentally, they also advertise a 212A compatible board for the IBM/PC at what
appears to be the same price.

About the Password:  U.S. Robotics has informed me that chips are available for
swapping which will enable the Password to power-up in "quiet" mode--ideal for
our use with the Micom switch.  It is possible that Anchor can do the same
thing--but I have not inquired.

Both Password and Anchor carry a two-year warranty.

				T. W. Hildebrandt
				Academic Computer Center
				UNC-Greensboro