> I mean using fixed voltage not current. Fixed current is correct. LED voltage will vary between LEDs. Voltage varies non linearly and semi exponentially over a small range for very large variations in current. So. increase voltage a little and current may go from OK to well over ratin= gs. Controlling the current allows the LEDs to function at a designed operating point. --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .