Need help building an IR receiver that will trigger a relay to turn a light on

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To build an IR receiver that triggers a relay for a light in a game, consider using pre-built IR receiver modules and their corresponding transmitters, which are widely available online. These modules can simplify the process for those with limited electronics knowledge. The design requires the IR receiver to detect signals from an IR gun, activating a relay to turn on the light until it is manually reset. Additional resources and images can be found through a simple Google search for "IR receiver module." This approach provides a practical solution for integrating IR technology into your game design.
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I am designing a game where you would shoot an IR gun at an object that would turn a light on and stay on until manually reset. I don't know much about electronics and any help would be appreciated.
 
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Chadamis said:
I am designing a game where you would shoot an IR gun at an object that would turn a light on and stay on until manually reset. I don't know much about electronics and any help would be appreciated.

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I goodled IR Receiver Module, and got lots of hits. You can buy the modules pre-built if you like, along with their IR transmitter mates. Here is a Google Images hit list:

http://www.google.com/search?tbm=is...5l4961l0l5133l22l21l2l6l6l0l172l1325l8.5l13l0

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