The Arduino uses Ken Shirrif’s IR Remote library to handle the infrared remote control functions. SoftwareSerial is used to connect to the Bluetooth module.

If you’ve ever needed a short-range remote control for a project, [firestorm] is here to help you out. He put up a great tutorial on using an IR remote to do just about anything with everyone… ...

For more information on the new Arduino infrared learning processor board set jump over to the Kickstarter website for details and to make a pledge to help the kit become a reality.