Lpc2000

> Yes, I actually tried setting the state (IOSET) before setting the 
> direction to output with no effect.  And the 22xx user's manual 
does 
> state that performing an IOSET on any bit which is an input will 
have 
> no effect.  I also spoke with a Philips FAE after I sent this 
first 
> message and he confirmed that output will definitely be born low 
and 
> there's no workaround.

I'm not sure what you're using your pin(s) for, but I know working 
around multidirectional GPIO pins can be a pain software-wise. 
Regardless, I never underestimate the power of hardware.

Use an Inverter :)

Leighton