How to connect the TSOP4838 to an Arduino to read the transmitted codes By using a cheap integrated IR receiver/decoder device (the venerable TSOP4838), most of the hard work is done for you!

Make sure the adjustment knobs for sensitivity and on-time for the motion sensor are facing up so you can modify how sensitive your device is and how long it stays on to signal your Arduino.

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