OK, for the second part of this project idea, I would like to transmit simple codes over the 48VAC lines similar to X10 type I suppose. Just an address and data, and not bidirectional. Codes and such to put out serially isn't an issue, the coupling and decoupling to the AC is the trickier part. I'd assume some sort of smallish 1:1 transformer and then what? _________________________________________________________________ STOP MORE SPAM with the new MSN 8 and get 2 months FREE* http://join.msn.com/?page=features/junkmail -- http://www.piclist.com hint: To leave the PICList mailto:piclist-unsubscribe-request@mitvma.mit.edu