Adi Linden wrote:

> Is there any general purpose I/O board that connects to the USB port? I am
> looking for an easy and safe way to add I/O to a PC without tying up
> parallel or serial ports.

Hi Adi,

I don't have all of your requirements (maybe a human interface device (HID)
USB solution is all you need), but...

If you don't mind spending $25 plus shipping, getting programmable 8 I/O
lines, and getting your feet wet with FTDI's (www.ftdichip.com) D2XX Drivers
to implement bit bang mode, then check out:

DLP-USB245M, or the DLP-USB232M at www.dlpdesign.com
(They can also be ordered at www.mouser.com)

The 'bit-bang mode' is not the raison d'etre of these devices, but it can
come in very handy for general-purpose I/O.

Also, check out www.activewireinc.com


Hope this helps.

Best regards,

Ken Pergola

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