Using a PIC to send email

[schlaray]

Could a PIC be configured to send an email? What I want to do is close a set of contacts and then send a predetermined message to a remote location. Both locations have internet service. I know the PIC can be used to generate dial tones but after that "Handshakes" are exchanged with the internet provider etc.

Does anyone have any ideas how this may be accomplished?
R.W.S.

[Christopher4187]

Does anyone have any ideas how this may be accomplished?
R.W.S.

Check out the PINK module:http://www.parallax.com/StoreSearchR...0/Default.aspx

I've used it with a 16F876 and it works well. However, my firmware needs to be upgraded to send E-mails so I haven't done that yet. I know that people have successfully sent E-mails so it shouldn't be a problem. The software is such that it's easy to use and I would consider my ability just above a beginner so if I can do it, just about anybody can.

[schlaray]

Thank you for the information. It looks like the Pink Module will do the job.

What I have in mind is to build an alarm system that will notify me of any abnormal condition when I am away from home. Idealy, it would identify say 8 zones. I could then call a neighbor to check it out.

There is a commercially available device called a "Freeze Alarm" that will dial numbers and leave a voice message on your answering machine. I think I could build a system for less money and have it do what I want.

Thanks again for the direction.
R.W.S.

[Normnet]

Haven't tried but the Intel Atom processor Mini ITX Motherboard/CPU Combo
with a Delphi or VB windows application to receive RS232 and email program would almost be cheaper.

Norm

[dhouston]

Don't waste your money on the Parallax module. Look at ConnectOne's Nano LANReach which does email and many, many more things out of the box and costs 1/3 as much.

• http://www.connectone.com/products.asp?did=73&pid=93

[schlaray]

It has been a very educational day Normnet. I didn't know Intel made such a board.

This will give me plenty to investigate. Thanks for the information.

Schlaray.

[Normnet]

This could be the future for PC's at least as a 2nd non intensive application PC.
(Not games, photo or movie editing).

Add a solid state HD or a compact disk for speed and compactness.


Norm