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AnalysIR: /* BeamIRrx Pin Out */

2017-12-13T13:36:22Z

BeamIRrx Pin Out

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	* '''GND''' -ve supply power Ground / 0V		* '''GND''' -ve supply power Ground / 0V
	* '''OUT''' IR out signal directly from the IR receiver (inverted logic)		* '''OUT''' IR out signal directly from the IR receiver (inverted logic)
	* '''OUT2''' The inverse of OUT (thus bringing the signal back to normal logic.		* '''OUT2''' The inverse of OUT (thus bringing the signal back to normal logic).
	* '''TP2''' Test Point 2 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.		* '''TP2''' Test Point 2 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.
	* '''TP1''' Test Point 1 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.		* '''TP1''' Test Point 1 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.

AnalysIR: /* BeamIRrx Pin Out */

2017-12-13T13:36:03Z

BeamIRrx Pin Out

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	* '''GND''' -ve supply power Ground / 0V		* '''GND''' -ve supply power Ground / 0V
	* '''OUT''' IR out signal directly from the IR receiver (inverted logic)		* '''OUT''' IR out signal directly from the IR receiver (inverted logic)
	* '''OUT2''' The inverse of OUT (thus ~~bring~~ the signal back to normal logic.		* '''OUT2''' The inverse of OUT (thus bringing the signal back to normal logic.
	* '''TP2''' Test Point 2 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.		* '''TP2''' Test Point 2 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.
	* '''TP1''' Test Point 1 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.		* '''TP1''' Test Point 1 (Internal use only), please ignore unless provided with specific instructions.

AnalysIR: /* Where To Purchase */

2017-12-12T17:37:28Z

Where To Purchase

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	== Where To Purchase ==		== Where To Purchase ==
	BeamIR is not currently listed in ~~out~~ store. However, it can be purchased via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].		BeamIR is not currently listed in our store. However, it can be purchased as a pair (Rx+Tx) of modules or individually (Rx or Tx) via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].

	BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for Rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.		BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for Rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.

AnalysIR: /* Configurations */

2017-12-12T17:34:37Z

Configurations

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	* 5V or 3V3 mode		* 5V or 3V3 mode
	* x1, x2, x3 or custom IR Power		* x1, x2, x3 or custom IR Power
	* As a 38kHz IR emitter		* As a 38kHz IR emitter (Tx Module)
			* As a general purpose IR receiver (Rc Module). Excellent performance across multiple IR protocols & carrier Frequencies.
	* Using Logic Lever or OC output.		* Using Logic Lever or OC output.
	* Multiple Rx modules with a single tx module		* Multiple Rx modules with a single tx module

AnalysIR: /* Configurations */

2017-12-12T17:23:07Z

Configurations

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	* 5V or 3V3 mode		* 5V or 3V3 mode
	* x1, x2, x3 or custom IR Power		* x1, x2, x3 or custom IR Power
	* As a 38kHz Ir emitter		* As a 38kHz IR emitter
	* Using Logic Lever or OC output.		* Using Logic Lever or OC output.
	* Multiple rx modules with a single tx module		* Multiple Rx modules with a single tx module
	* Combination of multiple Tx & Rx modules (e.g. virtual fence enclosing an area)		* Combination of multiple Tx & Rx modules (e.g. virtual fence enclosing an area)
	* With optics and/or shielding (Pipes/light barriers) to improve range & performance.		* With optics and/or shielding (Pipes/light barriers) to improve range & performance.

AnalysIR: /* Range */

2017-12-12T17:22:34Z

Range

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	== Range ==		== Range ==
	The effective range of BeamIR can be from 1m to 20m+ depending on the IR Power setting and ambient lighting. However, it is important to note:		The effective range of BeamIR can be from 1m to 20m+ depending on the IR Power setting and ambient lighting. However, it is important to note:
	* The further the range the wider the IR Beam, So it may help to reduce the ~~neam~~ width, by using an opaque pipe for direction.		* The further the range the wider the IR Beam, So it may help to reduce the beam width, by using an opaque pipe for direction.
	* Sunshine can ~~intefere~~ with IR transmission. The carrier frequency ~~hapls~~ mitigate errors due to sunshine. Pulsing the Tx module at say 600uSecs can help distinguish between valid beam signals and ~~inteference~~.		* Sunshine can interfere with IR transmission. The carrier frequency helps mitigate errors due to sunshine. Pulsing the Tx module at say 600uSecs can help distinguish between valid beam signals and interference.
	* If sunshine is a factor, placing the receiver unit on the side pointing away from the Sun, will help.		* If sunshine is a factor, placing the receiver unit on the side pointing away from the Sun, will help.
	* Much longer ranges and narrower beams can be achieved by the use Optics/lenses to focus the beam.		* Much longer ranges and narrower beams can be achieved by the use Optics/lenses to focus the beam.

AnalysIR: /* BeamIRrx Pin Out */

2017-12-12T17:20:41Z

BeamIRrx Pin Out

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	* '''OC''' Open collector output for driving loads (Note 1)		* '''OC''' Open collector output for driving loads (Note 1)

	''Note 1: The OC output pin the at the collector of an NPN transistor whose base is driven by ~~hte~~ OUT2 signal. The emitter of the NPN is connected directly to ground.''		''Note 1: The OC output pin the at the collector of an NPN transistor whose base is driven by the OUT2 signal. The emitter of the NPN is connected directly to ground.''

	== BeamIRtx Pin Out ==		== BeamIRtx Pin Out ==

AnalysIR: /* Where To Purchase */

2017-12-12T17:19:57Z

Where To Purchase

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	BeamIR is not currently listed in out store. However, it can be purchased via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].		BeamIR is not currently listed in out store. However, it can be purchased via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].

	BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.		BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for Rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.

	== Data Sheet ==		== Data Sheet ==

AnalysIR: /* Where To Purchase */

2017-12-12T17:19:37Z

Where To Purchase

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	== Where To Purchase ==		== Where To Purchase ==
	~~beamIR~~ is not currently listed in out store. However, it can be purchased via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].		BeamIR is not currently listed in out store. However, it can be purchased via [https://www.analysir.com/blog/contact/ special request].

	BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.		BeamIR is comprised of twin modules, one for Tx and the other for rx. It is also possible to use the Tx module as a 38kHz IR transmitter and the Rx module as a general purpose 38kHz IR receiver.

AnalysIR: /* Configurations */

2017-12-12T17:19:00Z

Configurations

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	== Configurations ==		== Configurations ==

	It is possible to use BeamIR in various configurations		It is possible to use BeamIR in various configurations
	* 5V or 3V3 mode		* 5V or 3V3 mode
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	* Combination of multiple Tx & Rx modules (e.g. virtual fence enclosing an area)		* Combination of multiple Tx & Rx modules (e.g. virtual fence enclosing an area)
	* With optics and/or shielding (Pipes/light barriers) to improve range & performance.		* With optics and/or shielding (Pipes/light barriers) to improve range & performance.


	== Getting Support ==		== Getting Support ==