> Ah, that explains it. I've seen similar SMS-based > messaging system byt they had quite strickt > rules to how to write the messages to the "device". > In that case it was setting/clearing digital I/O lines, > but the principle was the same. more or less. You > could also query the status of the input lines. Anyway... I've looked around at what's available and added the best features of those (when they actually have a feature that's even worth considering) to my units, as well as incorporating a much fuller command set and features that all the others lack, whether it be in the h/w configuration, ease-of-use etc. Additionally this is being done with a patent holder and mobile service provider, which should keep competing products at bay -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist