In a message dated 3/17/99 1:02:55 PM Pacific Standard Time, Juan_Jimenez_at_MXGD-TNM@CCGATE.DL.NEC.COM writes: << Each pin output of the pic will have a RELAY or TRIAC and then cable it to the light or divice that I want to control. At this moment i would only need 5 lights & 3 equipments (TV & 2 radios). >> Have you considered X-10. I use it in my house and it is great. Max