Ir Blaster Flipper Zero

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Meggan Shankman

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Aug 4, 2024, 7:23:42 PM8/4/24

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Wellyou still need the built in IR on the flipper to program the flipper with new IR Signals as this is ONLY a transmitter. This said, when running unofficial firmware, you can turn on the "Debug IR" feature which will allow you to use this module. This will allow you to transmit at a much higher power than the built-in IR, which means you can turn on / off devices without having to point the flipper at the device directly. Advice: Don't test device in the next room while your significant other is watching TV ??

The IR Blaster is comprised of 7 high powered IR LEDs driven directly from the 5v rail. this operates the LEDs at their theoretical maximum brightness ensuring the signal is broadcast as "loud" as possible into the room. As long as the IR Receiver can see even a reflection of the IR being emitted, it should respond to the code being sent by the blaster.

You must be using unofficial firmware as currently the official firmware does NOT support the forwarding of IR Signals to the external GPIO Pins. I suggest Unleashed, Xtreme, or RogueMaster firmware.

After you follow the above two steps, when you enter the "Infrared" menu option, you should see an option for "debug" and then an option to send to Pin A7(2). Make sure this is selected or it will not work.

A: Make sure the board is fully seated in the Flipper, if you have a silicone case, you may need to adjust it slightly as the module is designed to fit snugly into the case. Also - Make sure you turn 5v on as this is a 5v module! This can be done under the GPIO settings. NOTE: Removal and re-insertion of the module will turn off 5v. When plugged into USB (such as a power pack) 5v is always on, and this step can be skipped)

A: Do not mess with devices you do not own, or do not have permission to mess with. Period. This said, if you do have permission, make sure that the device itself is working properly with IR to begin with. many systems, use RF or bluetooth instead of IR to actually communicate (I'm looking at you Fire-stick/TV) Also, try capturing an IR signal with a known working remote using the on-board IR Receiver, and then transmitting the saved signal with the blaster.

A: Infrared is not visible (or barely) to the naked eye. You need to "view" the IR using a camera (any cell phone camera will do). additionally, the LEDS used on the blaster, WILL illuminate SLIGHTLY red to the naked eye, if you are in a completely dark room, and I mean COMPLETELY dark.

A: Yes, the blaster puts out a decent amount of power, and in turn creates a decent amount of heat, which is absorbed into the board. While the board might get a little warm, it should not get HOT. if your board gets HOT, discontinue use and reach out to me and I can arrange a replacement if it is deemed to be a manufacturing defect. Please note that every board is stress-tested before it is shipped and I cannot replace boards due to user misuse/abuse such as running higher voltages, illuminating the IR steady-on as if it were a flashlight, or modifying the board in anyway.

A: SOON ;) - No seriously, I can only build so many of these at a time as it is a very time consuming process. Each unit is hand-made, and fully tested before being shipped, so please be patient :) I plan on restocking at least once per week, if not more often. Sign up for the Wait-List to be notified on restocks.

A: Yes, each and every Board is hand-made, all SMT is soldered by me, and all through-hole soldering is also soldered by me. As such, it takes time to build each and every board. Sure, it prevents me from stocking more, but it also ensures I can have a tight control on quality, and well, I enjoy it :)

A: I work a full time job, I build these boards (and ship them) in the evenings, when the post office is closed. I try my best to get everything dropped off the following day, but sometimes circumstances (Looking at you NJ Traffic) gets in the way of me making it to the post office in a timely fashion. Just please know I make every effort to get packages dropped off to the post office at the earliest.

The use of the 'IR Blaster' is intended solely for educational, research, and personal purposes. We are not responsible for any unauthorized or illegal use of our product. We strongly emphasize that this product should be used in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and strictly for educational purposes. Any misuse of the 'IR Blaster' is at the user's own risk, and we assume no liability for any actions taken by the user in connection with the use of our product.

While Tindie allows up to 14 days to ship, I try to ship all items on average 5-7 BUSINESS days once an order is received. If you need the item sooner, please leave a note in the additional comments section of your order and I will reach out / TRY to accommodate.

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I work Full-Time Monday-Friday 8-6 PM. As such, I perform all shipping in the evening and when tracking information is sent out, it will show as the item is "awaiting acceptance" by USPS / UPS / etc. What this means, is that your items have been packaged, a label purchased, and has been placed in a shipping crate ready to be dropped off/picked up at the post office / logistics carrier. If your item has not moved from the "awaiting acceptance" status (after you have received the tracking info) for more than 3 business days, please contact me so I may investigate as there is a risk the courier misplaced the package as I hand-off the packages in a shipping crate and it is up to them to scan each package one by one. Specifically regarding USPS shipments - I utilize my local post office for all packages, this post office is wildly short staffed and overworked so I ask you have patience if you chose this shipping method which is one of the cheaper/slower options (ground/standard USPS).

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Well, you still need the built in IR on the flipper to program the flipper with new IR Signals as this is ONLY a transmitter. This said, when running unofficial firmware, you can turn on the "Debug IR" feature which will allow you to use this module. This will allow you to transmit at a might higher power than the built-in IR, which means you can turn on / off devices without having to point the flipper at the device directly. Advice: Don't test device in the next room while your significant other is watching TV ??