An integrated circuit with programmable output drive/program pins includes a plurality of output pads (30) which are each operable to interface with a separate and dedicated output driver (38). The output driver (38) is operable to drive an LED output device (14) in an operating mode. In a program mode,...http://www.google.com/patents/US5617040?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5617040 - Programmable output device with integrated circuit