How to Use IR Receiver (iR Decoder)

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How to Use IR Receiver (iR Decoder)

In this tutorial I will show you step by step how to use iR reciver from arduino. will show you how to install the library, receive the TV remote control signal and decode this signal. The iR receiver can be used to build an infrared-controlled vehicle.

Video Tutorial

Gathering Materials.

List elements:

Arduino Uno
iR receiver
3 wires

Making Connections

Connections :

iR Receiver to Arduino pin:

DATA to pin 8 Arduino
VCC to 5V Arduino
GND TO GND Arduino

Confuguration Arduino IDE:

For the operation of our receiver, we need the IRremote library.

Download the library
Open Arduino Ide
Select : Sketch ->Include Library-> Add .ZIP Library-> select Arduino-IRremote-master.zip.

Uploading Code & Testing

Now we will upload the sketch to our arduino and open Serial Monitor. Now use the TV’s remote control, point it at the receiver and press any button. In the serial monitor window you will see the button code. You can use the button code to make an infrared-controlled car.