Hi Miguel,

How about converting to serial and using RS-485 drivers & receivers over
twisted pair cable.  This may be overkill as RS-485 can go 4000 feet (max)
@ 100kbps.

Just a thought

-Randie
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> From wf@AMBIENTE.COM.BR Wed Dec 17 05:55:32 1997
>
> I'M USING A SHORT FLAT CABLE TO CONNECT MY PIC TO A PARALLEL LCD.
>
>         FOR A LONG FLAT, I'M HAVING PROBLEMS FOR DISPLAY CHARACTERS.
>
>         I JUST DID TRY A IRONCLAD CABLE, BUT STILL CONTINUE!
>
>         CAN SOMEONE GIVE ME A SUGGESTION?
>
>         MIGUEL.
>