I posted some code to the Microchip forum but haven't got a response to my question. Wondering if anyone here has any thoughts on my issue. I am using a Microstick 2 with the above PIC and trying to generate a PWM signal. I am using the internal FRC oscillator. I am finding that PWM only starts if I touch pins on the PIC. Once the PWM starts I can download a new program and PWM continues to work until powered down and restarted . This effect seems to be independent of what the oscillator frequency is. Also I have verified that there is a good oscillator signal whether or not the PWM is working. Here is link to my code on the Microchip forum. *http://www.microchip.com/forums/m1043938.aspx * Anyone ever see this kind of behaviour? Thanks Jim --=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 .