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Re: IR proximity detectors
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lugnet.robotics.handyboard
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Date:
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Thu, 7 Oct 1999 04:33:50 GMT
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Original-From:
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Nick Taylor <ntaylor@iname.com>
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Andrew - -
Take a look at Dennis' IRPD ... it uses a 12C508, 2 IR LEDs and a
Sharp detector ... works great with the HandyBoard and off loads
much of the processing to the PIC.
If you want to do it with the HB, then do a search on IRPD and you'll
find a ton of info.
Good luck,
- Nick -
Andrew Walker wrote:
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> I'm trying to set up either one or preferably two near infra red proximity
> detectors. I'm wondering whether the sharp IS1U60L component mounted on the
> handy-board is suitable for this type of application.
> We managed to make it work recieving codes from a sony remote, but are having
> problems using LED's to emit a signal. As far as I know, I have to emit a
> short pulse, and then wait until the detector registers a return signal and the
> time difference will be proportional to the distance.
> Software drivers/locations and hardware details suitable for this application
> would be much appreciated.
>
> Thank you in advance,
> Andrew Walker
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