> I know the disadvantages of bootloaders: limited to self programmable chips, > limited debugging capability, Isn't it possible to get almost the same debugging capabilities as ICD (except RB6 control), through the serial lines of the bootloader ?? I think it can be done, but I haven't found anyone who did it :-( cheers, Stef Mientki -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist