IRMAN ..add another "eye"

**moahdib** · 09-01-2001, 03:44 AM

would the IRMAn work ok if i solder another "eye" onto it so it has two ?

I wanted to have an extra one for the computer when I take it inside and the other mounted on the dash somewhere...
anyone tried this or have any suggestions?

**peter3** · 09-01-2001, 09:49 AM

I think it will work ok, aslong as the remote doesn't see them both at the same time.
Peter3

**moahdib** · 09-01-2001, 01:00 PM

i am requesting some samples...
I found a VERY interesting link about making an IRMAN /UIR device without a PIC to be used with Guirder only ( cost I think is $2)

check it out
http://www.cesko.host.sk/girderplugin.htm

**magnetik** · 09-02-2001, 06:37 AM

I dont think that device would be very sensative compared to the irman. Tell us how you go with the two IRMan "eyes". I spose it could work....

if it doesnt you could always run two IRmans on twin com ports!

**BoominVolvo** · 09-02-2001, 07:54 PM

That $2 IR receiver will use more CPU than an IRMan because the IRMan uses a hardware decoder. The $2 one requires special software to decode the infrared and thus uses more CPU power. It won't be as compatible as the IRMan either (with software that is).

**cenwesi** · 09-04-2001, 06:35 AM

would the IRMAn work ok if i solder another "eye" onto it so it has two ?

Yes, I have been doing this for almost 1 yr now. If you take a look at my box, you will see what i mean.

**moahdib** · 09-04-2001, 07:04 PM

Hey Charles where did you get the other IR receiver (eye) I believe the part # is TSOP1736 made by Vishay. I can't find it...

**magnetik** · 09-04-2001, 07:22 PM

Originally posted by moahdib:
<STRONG>Hey Charles where did you get the other IR receiver (eye) I believe the part # is TSOP1736 made by Vishay. I can't find it...</STRONG>

there are a few equilivents to that part. I know that Sharp produce a variant that works....

**Fosgate** · 09-04-2001, 10:12 PM

The Dick Smith in Australia sells one for around AU$3.50 (~US$1.75) i think they do take international orders.
I'll check the part number and will post it here.
Here is they web site www.dse.com.au