For those who are interested in this topic, you can check out the following websites or google for more. The "Standard eye response curve" in most of the LED datasheet is the CIE curve. "The CIE (1931) Photopic Luminosity Function is a symmetrical curve fitted to an ensemble of data sets describing the Spectral Response Function of the Human Eye to radiation of inadequately controlled intensity and color temperature." http://www.4colorvision.com/files/photopiceffic.htm http://www.intl-light.com http://www.imagineeringezine.com/ttaoc/theory-lt.html The last two links are excellent and also talk about optic sensors. Regards, Xiaofan -----Original Message----- From: Peter Sent: Tuesday, June 28, 2005 5:56 AM ... The maximum sensitivity of the human eye coincides with the peak output wavelength of the sun. ... Peter -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist