> > I could be out of date with this but RS-232 specs I have used > in the past go from a + level to a -level. 0 volts is an > invalid condition. > I would put a scope there to see. > > John Ferrell W8CCW +3 to -3 volts is invalid. -15 to -3 is logic 1, +15 to +3 is logic 0. Tony -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist