> In the datasheet of 18F2455 we have > Table 20-3 Baud Rates For Aynchronous Modes (USART module) > (I guess other pics would have the same thing as well) > The errors seem to range from 0.16% up to -45.75%. Are all these > values valid, or should I be aiming at a certain percentage, I am > confused? Usually if I am designing something using the usart, I choose a crystal frequency that divides well. For the 16-series PICs and PC baud rates, 19.6608 MHz is readily available. For the 18 series with PLL, you will need to choose something 10MHz or less. Cheers, Bob -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist