{"product_id":"ky-022-38khz-infrared-ir-receiver-sensor-module-for-arduino","title":"KY-022 38kHz Infrared IR Receiver Sensor Module for Arduino","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eKY-022 Infrared IR Receiver Sensor Module – 38kHz for Arduino\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuy the \u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 Infrared IR Receiver Sensor Module\u003c\/strong\u003e online in Pakistan from \u003cstrong\u003eRobostan.pk\u003c\/strong\u003e. This compact 38kHz infrared receiver module is designed for Arduino, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, robotics, home automation, and DIY electronic remote-control projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 IR Receiver Module\u003c\/strong\u003e detects infrared commands transmitted by compatible remote controls and converts their modulated signals into digital pulses that a microcontroller can process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUsing an integrated 1838-series infrared receiver, commonly the \u003cstrong\u003eVS1838B or TL1838\u003c\/strong\u003e, this module provides a simple solution for adding IR remote-control functionality to electronic projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKY-022 infrared receiver sensor module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e38kHz infrared carrier frequency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly uses a VS1838B or equivalent IR receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports 3.3V and 5V DC operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemodulated digital output signal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow power consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical current consumption of 0.4mA to 1.5mA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReception distance up to approximately 18 meters under favorable conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical reception angle of ±45 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with suitable infrared remote controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact three-pin PCB interface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnboard reception indicator LED on common versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Arduino and Raspberry Pi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for ESP32 remote-control projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be paired with the KY-005 infrared transmitter module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for robotics and smart home automation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e KY-022 Infrared Receiver Sensor Module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModule Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e KY-022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlternative PCB Designation:\u003c\/strong\u003e HW-490 on some versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infrared Remote-Control Receiver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Receiver IC:\u003c\/strong\u003e VS1838B \/ TL1838 or Equivalent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarrier Frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 38kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical IR Sensitivity Wavelength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 940nm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperating Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.3V to 5V DC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical 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experiments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemote-controlled robotics projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Does the KY-022 Infrared Receiver Work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 38kHz IR Receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e receives infrared light emitted by a compatible remote-control transmitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany consumer infrared remotes encode their commands using short bursts of infrared light modulated around a 38kHz carrier frequency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe KY-022 receiver detects these bursts, filters the carrier, and provides a demodulated digital signal at its output pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA microcontroller can read this signal and decode supported infrared remote-control protocols using appropriate software.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The KY-022 does not automatically identify button commands. The connected microcontroller and software library must decode the received pulse sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKY-022 Module Pinout\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eS (Signal):\u003c\/strong\u003e Demodulated digital IR output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e+ (VCC):\u003c\/strong\u003e Positive power supply, typically 3.3V or 5V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e- (GND):\u003c\/strong\u003e Ground connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe module can be connected to an appropriate digital GPIO input on a compatible microcontroller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The order of the connection pins may differ between manufacturers. Always check the actual PCB labels before connecting power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eArduino Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe KY-022 is compatible with Arduino UNO, Arduino Nano, Arduino Mega, and other suitable development boards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA typical Arduino UNO connection is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 S:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arduino digital pin D2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 +:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arduino 5V\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKY-022 -:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arduino GND\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArduino's \u003cstrong\u003eIRremote\u003c\/strong\u003e library can be used to receive and decode commands from supported infrared remote controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the remote-control protocol, Arduino can respond to received commands by controlling LEDs, relays, motors, displays, or other 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generated by an external controller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBy combining both modules, developers can build simple one-way infrared communication and remote-control experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKY-022 vs TSOP1738\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the KY-022 and TSOP1738 are associated with 38kHz infrared signal reception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe KY-022 is commonly provided as a ready-to-connect breakout board with a three-pin header, while TSOP1738 refers to a specific infrared receiver component that may be sold individually or mounted on another board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the actual receiver IC and PCB configuration when selecting replacement modules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the KY-022?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple Digital Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Easy integration with suitable microcontroller GPIO 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