Date   : Wed, 13 Jan 1988 16:58:00 CDT
From   : <OPTON%UHVAX1.BITNET@CICGE.RPI.EDU>
Subject: Kermit for Visual 1050

First, some background on the V1050.  It contains a Z80 uP
running CPM3.0 (banked).  It will *NOT* run software that does
not follow the CPM BDOS calls or uses non-ASCII screen/console
codes.   This means the Kaypro and the DEC as they use system
dependent AUX: (that is, RS232C port) accesses.  The V1050 is
touted as being VT-52 compatible; I have had problems with it.
The best rule of thumb is to use programs that only make 'legal'
BDOS calls.  This is not very limiting, except in communications
software or in graphics software.  Otherwise, one is asking for
headaches.

To address your question about Kermit, Columbia University
has just about every Kermit implementation ever written.  They
are available over BITNET from KERMSRV@CUVMA.BITNET.  You want
the generic CPM3 version.  I think it is called CP4CP3.HEX
and then you can assemble it.  (By the way, since it only
uses legal BDOS calls, it is only reliable up to 1200 baud)
Alternatively, if you will tell me how and where, I will be
happy to send you my copy of CPM3 kermit, either via
email or USnail, or probably both channels
would be better.  My track record with internet file
transfers isn't so hot.  Oh, also, KERMSRV has both
'C' source code and assembler source for most of the
Kermit implementations listed, if one wanted to adapt
or improve on the generic version.  All they ask is that
you upload the new, improved version to them.  (Lots of
V1050 owners would be grateful for accelerated baud rates.
Hint, hint..)

Mention should be made that versions of YAM and MEX that are adapted
for the V1050 are available for a nominal charge ($5 I think,
but don't quote me)from the V1050 users group.  If you're
interested, I will look up the address, or it may be available
over GEnie's V1050 conference.

Good luck.  Let me know if you get this, because, as I said,
my internet communications skills are less than perfect.
Unless I hear from you in a couple of weeks, I will post
this to CPM-INFO.

Ciao,

Lee Thomison
BITNET: OPTON@UHVAX1
        OPTON@UHUPVM1
landline: (713) 749-3127

*usual disclaimers*