I'd put the isolation transformer on the device you're testing. Then everything can be ground referenced without generating smoke. Harold > Hi, > I'm working on a project which has a transformerless mains powered > supply. I want to debug it with the ICD-2. I don't have an opto-isolated > USB hub but I do have an isolation transformer. Would it would ok if I > put the isolation transformer on my labtop (which the ICD-2 is connected > to via. USB) and power the circuit I'm working on with mains or > alternately use the isolation transformer on the circuit I am working on > and plug the laptop in directly. > Thanks, > Jim > > -- > http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive > View/change your membership options at > http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist > -- FCC Rules Updated Daily at http://www.hallikainen.com - Advertising opportunities available! -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist