I do not know if (..) I need some sort of null modem

Yes, you definitely need a null modem cable. Though a number of players were said to be shipped with a faulty (straight serial) cable, I understand *all* of those customers have also been sent a replacement (null modem cable).

Before delving into things deeper, try a different cable


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