Jason wrote: >> What voltage do you have with no LEDs on ? > > Around 6.2V, but that's measuring now with the problem. Argh! So you think the maximum voltage rating doesn't apply to you? You run the PICs well outside their specified range, and then you wonder why they fry!!!!? What part of "maximum" can't you understand? ***************************************************************** Embed Inc, embedded system specialists in Littleton Massachusetts (978) 742-9014, http://www.embedinc.com -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist