][c null modem problems...

[Dean Petters <dpetters@grc.nasa.gov>]

I am trying to move some old text files from an Apple ][c to a PC.  I've 
read over the FAQ and followed the directions on building a modem cable 
from an old 5-pin keyboard cable and a buck-50 DB25 female connector 
from Radio Shack (i bought the null modem adapter from RS also, since 
that's something i could potentially use elsewhere).  Checking the 
connections using a multimeter, it seems that all the wires are properly 
connected and that there are no shorts.

Using the system utilities disk, i've set the serial port #2 to a 300 
baud modem.  serial port #1 is the printer.  Since all the disks i have 
are ProDOS based, I downloaded DOS 3.3 to the PC and am trying to move 
it to the ][c so that i can run ADT.  to capture DOS 3.3, at the 
]-prompt i'm typing in#2.

The problem is that I can't get a connection.  I've got Hyperterminal on 
the PC set up as described in the FAQ, but when it sends the dump, 
nothing shows up on the screen of the ][c.  Is there any way to test the 
port and/or cable to see if it's actually functioning?

any help would be most appreciated...

Dean