It was exactly this problem, the 12v pin was touching the casing which
was the ground of the computer!

I just pulled all unused pins. Now everything is working fine again. It
looks like nothing got damaged *pfew*

Thanx for your help

Bjorn

>
> > panel. Any chance there is a problem with the RS232 connectors or the
> > cable wiring? A short could cause your symptoms.
>
> I remember the thread from last summer that said to take apart the
> RJ11 to DB9 converter that Meade ships. Its a standard 3rd party
> thingy that has all the unused pins floating loose inside the
> little case. Looked spooky to me, so I shrink wrapped the unused
> pins.
>
> Jon B

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