Hi folks, I have to build an infrared remote for a school assignment. I've found this website and I think it's the only one that gives pretty clear instructions on what to buy, etc.
(Of course I'd be happy to know if there are any better ones you know) Well, my question is whether there is any way to avoid putting a 38 kHz quartz in there, because they seem to be extremely hard to get, especially in Germany, where I happen to live. I mean...there are so many remotes being built, so it seems improbable that they all have those rare components inside them, right? So how could I change the schematics so that I don't need that quartz or any other rare components, without having to change too much of the other stuff?
I hope some of you guys can help me on this one. My problem is that I'm completely clueless when it comes to electronics and still I'm supposed to build this remote plus receiver within a few weeks.
Greetings, M. Seifert