IR remote controls and sensor

[Fred]

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety) to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

 

[Mike Harrison]

On Mon, 9 Feb 2004 15:32:59 -0000, "Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote:

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety) to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

CPC (www.cpc.co.uk) will make custom remotes - not sure about volumes, but you may well be able to
use one of their compatible units as-is. I think their bog-standard replacement remotes are about 8
quid. in 1-offs,

Receivers - I'd recommend the Vishay parts - they were the cheapest I found when I was looking last
year :
http://www.vishay.com/ir-receiver-modules/

TSOP34836 (formerly TSOP1836) for through-hole or TSOP(3)6236 for SM. About 35p in ~1K volumes.

Unfortunately, as Vishay changed the part numbers of the Through-hole devices last year (due to
going leadfree I think), there has been a slight 'bubble' in the supply chain, but they appear to be
more available now - EBV are now showing some stock (www.ebv.com - click on Article/Stock search and
search for for TSOP34 )

RS stocked the old TSOP18 devices - not sure if they have the new ones in yet.

 

[John Woodgate]

I read in sci.electronics.design that Fred <fred@abuse.com> wrote (in
<4027a845$0$18011$fa0fcedb@lovejoy.zen.co.uk&gt about 'IR remote controls
and sensor', on Mon, 9 Feb 2004:

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety)
to include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Remote control units are available from distributors to the TV repair
sector. Try Grandata, www.grandata.co.uk

--
Regards, John Woodgate, OOO - Own Opinions Only.
The good news is that nothing is compulsory.
The bad news is that everything is prohibited.
http://www.jmwa.demon.co.uk Also see http://www.isce.org.uk

 

[Fred]

"Mike Harrison" <mike@whitewing.co.uk> wrote in message
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On Mon, 9 Feb 2004 15:32:59 -0000, "Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote:

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety) to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

CPC (www.cpc.co.uk) will make custom remotes - not sure about volumes, but
you may well be able to
use one of their compatible units as-is. I think their bog-standard
replacement remotes are about 8
quid. in 1-offs,

These are quite expensive in CPC. I'm looking for something much cheaper.

Receivers - I'd recommend the Vishay parts - they were the cheapest I
found when I was looking last

Many thanks for the info. Have looked them up and will find confirm price
etc. RS have the 38KHz variety still available at 50p for 100+ off.

year :
http://www.vishay.com/ir-receiver-modules/

TSOP34836 (formerly TSOP1836) for through-hole or TSOP(3)6236 for SM.
About 35p in ~1K volumes.

Unfortunately, as Vishay changed the part numbers of the Through-hole
devices last year (due to
going leadfree I think), there has been a slight 'bubble' in the supply
chain, but they appear to be
more available now - EBV are now showing some stock (www.ebv.com - click
on Article/Stock search and
search for for TSOP34 )

RS stocked the old TSOP18 devices - not sure if they have the new ones in
yet.

 

[Fred]

"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
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"Mike Harrison" <mike@whitewing.co.uk> wrote in message
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On Mon, 9 Feb 2004 15:32:59 -0000, "Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote:

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety)
to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

CPC (www.cpc.co.uk) will make custom remotes - not sure about volumes,
but
you may well be able to
use one of their compatible units as-is. I think their bog-standard
replacement remotes are about 8
quid. in 1-offs,

These are quite expensive in CPC. I'm looking for something much cheaper.


Receivers - I'd recommend the Vishay parts - they were the cheapest I
found when I was looking last

Many thanks for the info. Have looked them up and will find confirm price
etc. RS have the 38KHz variety still available at 50p for 100+ off.

Nope RS have discontinued them - presume out of stock.

 

[Mike Harrison]

On Mon, 9 Feb 2004 20:54:02 -0000, "Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote:

"Mike Harrison" <mike@whitewing.co.uk> wrote in message
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On Mon, 9 Feb 2004 15:32:59 -0000, "Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote:

I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety) to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

CPC (www.cpc.co.uk) will make custom remotes - not sure about volumes, but
you may well be able to
use one of their compatible units as-is. I think their bog-standard
replacement remotes are about 8
quid. in 1-offs,

These are quite expensive in CPC. I'm looking for something much cheaper.

Probably worth giving them a call though - the price may drop a lot in volume.

 

[CWatters]

What price do you have in mind for the controller?

Argos have them at Ł9.99 inc VAT.

http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?PID=1081665&go.x=4&params=textlinkArgos&catalogId=651&referredURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.co.uk%2Fwebapp%2Fwcs%2Fstores%2Fservlet%2FSearch%3FstoreId%3D10001%26catalogId%3D651%26langId%3D-1%26go.x%3D4%26go.y%3D11%26searchTerms%3D534%2F1513&langId=-1&searchTerms=534%2F1513&referrer=COJUN&AID=5590799&storeId=10001&go.y=11


"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
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I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety) to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

 

[Fred]

Many thanks.

I'm looking at Ł3.50 or less. We are talking about semi-serious numbers.

"CWatters" <colin.watters@pandoraBOX.be> wrote in message
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What price do you have in mind for the controller?

Argos have them at Ł9.99 inc VAT.


http://www.argos.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Search?PID=1081665&go.x=4&p

arams=textlinkArgos&catalogId=651&referredURL=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.argos.co.uk%2
Fwebapp%2Fwcs%2Fstores%2Fservlet%2FSearch%3FstoreId%3D10001%26catalogId%3D65
1%26langId%3D-1%26go.x%3D4%26go.y%3D11%26searchTerms%3D534%2F1513&langId=-1&
searchTerms=534%2F1513&referrer=COJUN&AID=5590799&storeId=10001&go.y=11

"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
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I am trying to source (ideally UK) a remote control unit (RC5 variety)
to
include teletext functions.

Also a sensor to suit (36KHz).

Number is in the 1,000 region and would appreciate any pointers.

Fred

 

[Jim]

"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
news:402aca5c$0$2488$fa0fcedb@lovejoy.zen.co.uk...

Many thanks.

I'm looking at Ł3.50 or less. We are talking about semi-serious numbers.

Hi Fred,

Don't know if this is of help. I'm about to source some remote controls from
these people:
http://www.nsremote.com

I'm getting 1000 of their most basic remote (NS-0800) for US$3 each. It is
probably too simple for your application but they do other models, not sure
of the prices. BTW, if you want a specific protocol then that is extra.

I've had samples from them and the quality is ok for the price.

Cheers,

Jim

 

[R.Lewis]

"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
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Many thanks.

I'm looking at Ł3.50 or less. We are talking about semi-serious numbers.

If you are serious get yourself into asian sources.
From the largish choice available pick the one that speaks the best english,
has the services of a local agent (none will have a true agent as such), or
otherwise just takes your fancy.

 

[CWatters]

"Fred" <fred@abuse.com> wrote in message
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Many thanks.

I'm looking at Ł3.50 or less. We are talking about semi-serious numbers.

Na that's chicken feed. 1000 x 3.5 = only Ł3500