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> From: Charlos Potma <Charlos.Potma@rivm.nl>
> To: PICLIST@MITVMA.MIT.EDU
> Subject: [OT] Using a mouse as a cheap incremental encoder?
> Date: Tuesday, June 23, 1998 3:20 AM
>
> I am working on a project where I use a BOURNS mechanical
> incremental encoder to modify the frequency generated by
> a DDS. The DDS and the encoder are connected to a PIC.
> I would like to use a higher resolution optical encoder but
> the price is prohibitive. I am now considering using a
> PC mouse, or at least some part of it as an encoder.
> The standard PC mouse seems to have a DATA and CLOCK
> output. Does anyone here have detailed information on the
> protocol used? Any information on the pinout of the
> 6-pin header that is frequently found on the PCB?
> Any information on how the mouse is normally connected to
> the PC hardware?
>
> thanks,
> Charlos Potma
> charlos.potma@rivm.nl