> Other than possible baud rate mismatches, no. However, that's an issue in direct > connects too. Another solution would be to create a pulse stretcher. Pulse stretcher? Sounds like one of those B.S. lines you give to difficult customers :) - "Well, actually I had to repartition your parallel port which required a dual line puse stretcher on the flyback diode.." When you say "pulse stretcher" are you talking about a one-shot, or something more exotic? -Steve -- http://www.piclist.com hint: To leave the PICList mailto:piclist-unsubscribe-request@mitvma.mit.edu