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  Interfacing a MAX232 to the PicStic

     Product: PicStic    Date: 3/18/99    By: P. Champagne
     While the PicStic's I/O are capable of communicating directly with a PC, there may be times when you want a true RS-232 signal. The PicBasic manual shows how to implement this with the Maxim MAX233 chip. This can also be accomplished by using a MAX232 chip and some capacitors. The schematic below illustrates how this can be accomplished. PROGRAMMING NOTE: While using this method be sure to use a TTL true polarity baud rate. Ex: SEROUT P?,T9600,(data,data,...)
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