Article 134 of comp.binaries.cbm:
From: kemu@phoenix.oulu.fi (Jarkko TENU Kemppainen)
Subject: PData3.5 File Transferring Software (Part 00/02) .lha.uu 64/Amiga
Date: 22 Sep 1994 14:54:28 GMT
Organization: Gustavus Adolphus College

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1. Introduction and features

PData is an utility for transfering both binary and text files between
the C64/C128 and the Amiga. It's faster than a null modem cable and
it doesn't even fill your Amiga's serial port. While using PData for
transfering files, you can use your modem for other purposes. After all,
Amiga is THE multitasking computer. You can transfer up to 255 files both
directions in multi transfer mode. PData is easy to use and it won't let
you down like most others.

 * Last minute note by Mysti: The cable is able up to speed of 4000cps!! *
 * Two things which are slowing the transfers down to 900cps are         *
 * 1541 (and compatibles) and Amiga end, which has no cache at all...    *
 * The development of PData has came to it's end. New program versions   *
 * will be called XData. Versions 1.?? will have no major differences    *
 * compared to PData. Versions 2.?? will have following features:        *
 * Much improved Amiga end (new coder), disk turbo to c64 end (should    *
 * increase performance over 200%), protocol for batch transfers etc etc.*

2. Distribution and disclaimer

This archive may be freely distributed as long as all files are included
intact. PD libraries should only ask a nominal fee for copying it. PData
may not be used for commercial purposes without a written permission from
the author(s). When applying for your permission, you should include a
reasonable contribution for development costs.

The author(s) can't be held liable for any damage directly or indirectly
caused by the use or misuse of this manual and/or program it describes.

3. Requirements

The C64 end of PData will work in every C64/C128. The Amiga end of PData
will work in every model, but Kickstart v37.175 (v2.04) or above is
required for utilizing every function. A special cable between the C64
and the Amiga is required. It can be built by following the schematic
in the next chapter. The following things are required for the cable:

- One card edge connector
        (C64 user port)
- One male D-25 connector
        (Amiga parallel port)
- Suitable lenght of flat cable
        (Width 12)
- A soldering iron and some solder


9. Contact address

(Deadbeat/The Sharks)

Timo Ronkko
Kangaslammentie 24 as I
FIN-74130 Iisalmi
Finland

	Email: Deadbeat@freenet.hut.fi
	(actually slower than snailmail, if you need to contact
         me fast, e-mail to Mysti: Kemu@phoenix.oulu.fi)

10. Boards

- Master & Servant
  +49-(0)YOU-KNOW! / +49-(0)PRi-VATE!
  The Sharks World Headquarters (C64)
  Quartex German Headquarters (Amiga, PC, SNES)

- Deep Thought
  +358-(9)77-51252 / +358-(9)77-iNViTE / +358-(9)77-FRiENDS
  The Sharks European Headquarters (C64)
  Silent Imperium World Headquarters (Amiga)
