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Vishay TSSP58P38 IR Detector Module, 38kHz, Automatic Gain (3-Pack)
The Vishay TSSP58P38 is a unique modulated IR receiver that is designed for IR brightness detection instead of data communication for remote control. This s...
The Vishay TSSP58P38 is a unique modulated IR receiver that is designed for IR brightness detection instead of data communication for remote control. This sensor can be used with a 38 kHz modulated IR emitter and the appropriate algorithms to form a distance sensor with a range of up to a few feet. They are sold in packs of three units.
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Plain-language definitions for the technical terms used above.
- modulated IR
- Infrared light that is pulsed in a controlled pattern instead of being left on continuously. Using modulation helps the sensor distinguish the intended IR source from sunlight, room lighting, and other background infrared.
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