IR extender for a PDA

[fogus]

I've been hearing that there are IR extenders available for pdas that will enable the pda to control thing at much bigger distances. The IR port on most pdas can go only up to about 10 feet. So I'm wondering whether anyone knows how to build one or can provide some ?

Thx

 

[crust]

The makers of omniremote sell an IR extender for the Palms. You can see a picture of it here. I have used the software and never needed the extender.

 

[fogus]

I tried omniremote and it works but on a very short distance, around 1/2 meters. I'd like it to work from a longer distance.

 

[fat-tony]

I tried omniremote and it works but on a very short distance, around 1/2 meters. I'd like it to work from a longer distance.

That's what the omniremote EXTENDER is for. It's an IR adapter that plugs into the expansion slot.

 

[fogus]

Yes, I saw that but I woud just like to know how to make one.

 

[mixos]

Check this circuits. I think fit you:

IR Remote Control Extender Circuit
https://www.electronics-lab.com/projects/sensors/003/index.html

Infra Red Remote Control Extender
https://www.electronics-lab.com/projects/sensors/008/index.html

 

[fogus]

Thatnks mixos, that's the one i was looking for.