> How about a delay loop right after reset before you init the LCD? There's already 100ms, something I do routinely with an LCD to let it power up. I'll add a bit more, see if that makes a difference. Maybe some flicking of another pin or two to indicate progress Thanks Joe ----- No virus found in this message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 2015.0.5863 / Virus Database: 4321/9483 - Release Date: 04/07/15 --=20 http://www.piclist.com/techref/piclist PIC/SX FAQ & list archive View/change your membership options at http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/piclist .