> If you are using a grown up MPU, then get the one with the peripherals > you need to avoid bit bashing if possible (unless you are trying to > shave 1/10ths of a penny off product cost). =A0If not then you probably > have enough CPU horsepower to handle most stuff within interrupts. Given the comments on multiple non standard and/or proprietary interfaces, perhaps a "Propellor" may be a good choice? http://www.parallax.com/propeller/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parallax_Propeller (Ducks ... :-) ) R --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .