Working out why it doesnt work :P

My new thread on 8051 projects

Currently trying to figure out how to calculate the baud rate.

Will post more when I know more.

1st Stage solved, onto second.

Well all I needed todo was connect VCC to V+ and it worked as expected (see forum thread for info). Now Im onto the second stage controlling the leds via a comport interface. Following the 8051projects RS232 tutorial I have knocked up my scheme. Will order parts and continue the fun.

Stage 2 project Scheme: