>While waiting for coffee to brew, I decided to post a question that pops in
>my head every time I scrutinize the .err file trying to track bugs.
>
>Anyone willing to offer an opinion on the OPTION instruction? Here's what
>the Microchip (16c7x) data sheet says:
>
>"This instruction is supported for code compatibility with PIC16C5X products."
>
>"To maintain upward compatibility with future PIC16CXX products, do not use
>this instruction."
>
>OK, I don't see this as being very clear. Does this mean:
>

I think it means "We left the instruction in there so that code written for
a PIC15C5X will run on a 16C7X, but don't count on that being the case for
very long."

Just my $0.02

-Matt



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