> the OP stated that he used a switch, and for a long time now all the > switches can correct the polarity automatically. I don't know the details, but from what I heard of the case I mentioned=20 it takes two to tango: both sides must support polarity negotiation (o=20 switching, or watever). --=20 Wouter van Ooijen -- ------------------------------------------- Van Ooijen Technische Informatica: www.voti.nl consultancy, development, PICmicro products docent Hogeschool van Utrecht: www.voti.nl/hvu --=20 http://www.piclist.com PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .