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DIY – Remote Controlled Light Electricity Kit – Tested & Verified (Educational projects and learning DIY kit)

DIY – Remote Controlled Light Electricity Kit – Tested & Verified (Educational projects and learning DIY kit)

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ComponentSpecification
Control TypeInfrared (IR) Wireless
Input Voltage9V – 12V DC
Output DeviceHigh-Brightness LED Tube
Remote RangeUp to 5 – 7 Meters (Line of Sight)
Power Source9V Battery (Included) or DC Power Supply
CompatibilityUniversal IR Remotes & Mobile IR Apps
Price
₹ 220.34 ₹ 220.34
(Tax included)

Product Description The DIY Remote Controlled Light Kit is a "tested and verified" electronic project that introduces students to the principles of wireless communication. By assembling this circuit, users can control an LED light from across a room using the included infrared remote. This kit is a perfect demonstration of how IR receivers decode signals to switch power, making it a highly engaging project for school science exhibitions and home automation hobbyists.

Key Features

  • Wireless Convenience: Control your lighting without physical switches, mirroring the technology used in TV remotes and smart home devices.

  • Universal Learning: The receiver is designed to work with the included remote, most standard IR remotes, and even smartphone IR blaster apps.

  • Dual Power Modes: Can be operated using a standard 9V battery for portability or connected to a 12V DC supply via the alternate power terminal for permanent setups.

  • Simple Wiring Logic: Features a user-friendly "Red-to-Red, Black-to-Black" connection system, ensuring a successful build for beginners.

  • Integrated Logic Board: Includes a pre-assembled PCB with an IR sensor and microcontroller, focusing the learning experience on system integration and testing.

Technical Details

  • IR Decoding: The sensor on the board picks up pulses of infrared light and converts them into electrical signals to toggle the light on or off.

  • Alternate Terminals: Features a screw-terminal block for easy connection to external power sources or custom lighting loads.

  • Operating Delay: Optimized with a small delay between button presses to prevent "flickering" and ensure stable switching.

Prototyping and Engineering Tips from Robogears

  • Line of Sight: Infrared light is directional. For the best response, point the remote directly at the black IR sensor on the logic board. Ensure there are no physical obstacles between them.

  • Wiring Verification: If the light doesn't turn on, double-check that the LED polarities are correct. The Red wire must go to Red and Black to Black; reversing them will prevent the LED from glowing.

  • Smart Home Hack: If you have a phone with an IR blaster (like many Xiaomi or Samsung models), you can use a "Remote" app to control this light. This is a great way to show how modern phones can interact with DIY hardware.

  • Power Upgrade: If you want a much brighter light, you can use the Alternate Power Terminal to connect a 12V 1A adapter. This bypasses the battery snapper and provides more current for larger LED strips.

Package Includes

  • 1 x IR Receiver Logic Board

  • 1 x Wireless IR Remote Control

  • 1 x High-Brightness LED Tube

  • 1 x 9V Hi-Watt Battery & Snapper

  • 1 x Set of Connecting Wires

  • 1 x User Manual

Disclaimer Images are for reference; actual PCB layout or remote style may vary slightly. BATTERY SAFETY: Always disconnect the battery when the kit is not in use to avoid slow discharge. CHOKING HAZARD: Small parts; not for children under 3 years.