The infrared remote control might not hold the seat of honor in the average home theater setup that it once enjoyed, but it’s not quite out to pasture yet. After all, what are you going to us… ...

And yes, you can buy remote outlets with separate controls, but this one lets you use a control you already have. Plus, it's an excellent learning project if you're just getting started with Arduino.

But this Arduino device can be programmed to control a whole host of devices: As long as it has an infrared interface, chances are you can get this to work–whether it be a TV, DVD player, VCR ...

Description: This project is an Arduino-based remote control system where each button on the infrared remote controls a specific device or component. Pressing button 1 toggles the red LED ON and OFF.

This remote control comes with two joysticks, an NRF header, 2 user programmable push buttons, an LCD header, and standard Arduino pinouts to add whatever else your project desires.” ...

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To make this for yourself you'll need an Arduino, a Sony universal remote, and a few other cheap parts. Despite the fact you'll be working with an electrical circuit it's surprisingly easy to make ...

Apr 2, 2012 7:13 am PDT [Photo: Randy Sarafan] If you ever bought yourself or your kids a remote-control car, you’ll know how quickly people get bored of them, leaving the toy tossed to one side.

The guy rigged up a remote control for the TV using the Arduino device and a methane sensor. When the sensor smells a fart, the channel on the TV randomly changes.