IR (Infrared) Receiver Sensor - TSOP38238

Product ID: 157
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Description

IR sensor tuned to 38KHz, perfect for receiving commands from a TV remote control. Runs at 3V to 5V so it's great for any microcontroller.

To use, connect pin 3 (all the way to the right) to 5V power, pin 2 (middle) to ground and listen on pin 1. It doesn't do any decoding of the signal, just passes the 'raw data' along. Check the TSOP38238 datasheet for more details

We have a detailed tutorial with example Arduino & CircuitPython code and wiring diagrams showing how to read from a remote control, make a intervalometer, and more!

Technical Details

  • Length: 5.20mm/0.21in
  • Width: 6.98mm/0.28in
  • Height: 7.86mm/0.31in
  • Weight: 0.43g/0.02oz

Downloads:

TSOP38238 Datasheet

RoHS 2 2011 65 EU Compliant
RoHS 2 2015 863 EU Compliant

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