iR remote control circuit question

[lokeycmos]

i found two basic circuits that allow a computer to be controlled via the serial port and a remote control. i am simply wondering if one circuit is bettter than the other. in other words, will one function differently than the other or give me some type of advantage?



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http://lnx.manoweb.com/lirc/?partType=section&partName=circuit



thanks.

 

[MikeMl]

All either does is connect a standard IR receiver to a computer's serial port. The sensitivity of the IR receiver is determined by the TSOP, so either circuit is equal. I'm guessing that any differences result in what the software does with serial data stream...

 

[lokeycmos]

All either does is connect a standard IR receiver to a computer's serial port. The sensitivity of the IR receiver is determined by the TSOP, so either circuit is equal. I'm guessing that any differences result in what the software does with serial data stream...

which one would you do?

 

[MikeMl]

which one would you do?

I dont have hours to down load, install, and evaluate the software...

 

[4pyros]

Girder is trial only $50 after that.
The other is comand line linex.
Who cares about the hardware.
In this case its the software that counts.
Look for an USB IR adapter.

 

[lokeycmos]

I dont have hours to down load, install, and evaluate the software...

i have the software already. the whole point of this is DIY. Its more fun that way

 

[4pyros]

Then should use the circuit that the software requires.
What software do you have?

 

[dr pepper]

Either of those circuits will work as well as the other, I spose the 2nd is a little more professional.

Please note if you try this on a usb to serial adaptor it probably wont work.