Design an infrared remote control for Linux appliances

Remotes have become our most natural means of controlling certain appliances, so much so that in the future, we can expect to see more appliances forfeiting the front control panel altogether in favor of the keypad of a simple remote. If you are building an appliance that might be enjoyed by people while sitting on a couch, the rule of thumb is: include a remote control. In this sample chapter from Linux Appliance Design: A Hands-On Guide to Building Linux Appliances, learn how to design an infrared remote control for Linux appliances. Chapter coverage includes:

• Communicating with infrared light
• Hardware for remote control receivers
• Installing and configuring the Linux Infrared Remote Control (LIRC) for the Laddie appliance

Title: Linux Appliance Design: A Hands-On Guide to Building Linux Appliances
Author: Bob Smith, John Hardin, Graham Phillips, and Bill Pierce
Publisher: No Starch Press
Chapter 12: Infra-Red Remote Control
ISBN: 1-59327-140-9; Copyright © 2007 No Starch Press. All rights reserved.
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