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scriptowl #1 19/04/2012 - 20h39

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Hello,

can't I use regular IR lights other than OSRAM SFH485P ?
I used LED lights and it works fine for me. now I try it with a wii mote but the only problem is I cant find that is recommend IRs in the documentation.

pls help.
Steph #2 20/04/2012 - 11h42

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Do you mean other infra-red LEDs or normal visible light LEDs?
Both works, but IR-LEDs works better in all situations.
For the Wii I don't know.
C6_LeBorgne #3 20/04/2012 - 21h20

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Wiimote track Ir light only

With noname Ir DEL make it flat ( dremel with the sand drum work fine ) as near as possible of chip .

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scriptowl #4 21/04/2012 - 04h40

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Yes I know wii works with IR lights.  B)

Should I use exact IR lights (OSRAM SFH485P), or is it working for any IR lights?
C6_LeBorgne #5 21/04/2012 - 10h09

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i use noname Ir- DEL with my setup .

Works great . Cuted DEL are visible by wiimote over 80° ( normally 20°)

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Edited by C6_LeBorgne on 21/04/2012 at 10h10.
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scriptowl #6 21/04/2012 - 10h56

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Great I am seeking for sucsess of mine also...
Tel u the results soon..
C6_LeBorgne #7 21/04/2012 - 11h19

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Remensongalli #8 18/01/2013 - 10h57

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Nice setup. Looks very nice, Does it works with all types lights?
Steph #9 18/01/2013 - 13h15

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You will find the answer on top.

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