> Now one step up: remove the max232, connect the cable to the
> progger, short the max pins that connect to the proggers 
> connector, and again verify that an echo exists (and no echo 
> with the short removed, did you check that too?).
Yes, the echo exists with short. Doesn't without short.

> Next: max232 in place, apply 5V, remove 16F628, short the 
> PICs UART pins, check again for echo.
Yes, the echo exists with short. Doesn't without short.

Please don't bother now. I'll order a readymade one from you shortly.

Thanks,
Mohit.

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