Olin,

> > Providing the scanning is carried out quickly enough (likely to be
> interrupt
> > driven via a timer) I am assuming that I can include the encoder outputs
> in
> > the same matrix as the keys.
>
> That depends on the fastest realisting pulse rate from the rotary encoders
> and how fast you can scan all the inputs.  The other thing to consider is
> that when a user is rapidly turning a knob, they probably don't care and
> won't notice a little slippage.  Unless the knob itself is calibrated with
> indicators nobody will know.

Very true, and since the knobs will be as large as I reasonably can get away
with, that should slow them down a bit.  Whatever you believe to be
reasonable someone is bound to see how fast they can rotate the knob.
Knowing my luck they will probably try using an electric drill!

David

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