Try to remember that people only know about your situation what you tell them. Organize your thoughts before posting. That not only will make your post more clear, but also will cut down on you being dismissed as a waste of time. mail.deamon@gmx.de wrote: > i tested the chip What chip? > - MPlab 5.6 (wich is the latest version i used for > microchp firmware) New versions are available via free download. There have been many significant changes since version 5. Trying to diagnose problems with such a archaic version is a waste of time. No thanks. ******************************************************************** Embed Inc, Littleton Massachusetts, http://www.embedinc.com/products (978) 742-9014. Gold level PIC consultants since 2000. -- http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist