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| Click here to select a new forum. | | Extension Cable/Wireless Adapter Option for Keyboard? | Posted by: habibrobert on 2023-05-17 20:00:02
Hi everyone,
Are there any retro wireless adapters that could be used with an ADB keyboard/mouse setup? Alternatively, are there any places that sell 5-10 ft long ADB extension cables? I have a less than ideal set up, meaning my Quadra tower is more than a few feet away from my desk. The Wombat ADB to USB converter is a potential option for me, but that would mean I'd be using a modern USB keyboard/mouse with a USB extension cable. However, If its possible, I'd like to continue using the original ADB mouse/keyboard 🙂
I'd appreciate any recommendations. | Posted by: pizzigri on 2023-05-17 22:34:14
I think you can just use an S-video male-female cable extension.... it’s the same mini-din plug with 4 wires. | Posted by: olePigeon on 2023-05-20 11:34:58
There were plenty of infrared ADB adapters. I used to have one, but sold it ages ago. But as Pizzigri said, S-Video cables make for great ADB cables. Same pinout. | Posted by: habibrobert on 2023-05-23 18:38:23
That's perfect. I will give the S-video cables a try. Thanks everyone, this simplifies things a lot for me! | | 1 |
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