IR Remote to WiFi Bridge
IR Remote to WiFi Bridge – ESP8266 Kit That Turns Ordinary Remotes into Smart Home Triggers
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Your humble TV remote can now turn on smart lights, log button presses to a cloud dashboard, or trigger any WiFi-connected appliance—without modifying the remote or writing complex code. This kit captures every press via a TSOP1738 IR receiver on an ESP8266 NodeMCU and publishes the decoded button codes to an MQTT broker you set up on a laptop or Raspberry Pi. From there, Node-RED, Home Assistant, or a custom Python script can react in seconds. It is the quickest way to learn how physical signals become digital messages in the real world.
What You'll Build
You will assemble a working IR-to-WiFi bridge on a breadboard. The circuit listens for IR pulses, identifies the remote button pressed, and instantly publishes a JSON payload over WiFi to an MQTT topic. By the end of the build, you can press a button on the included IR remote and watch the corresponding code appear live on an MQTT client dashboard. Use this as the core of a home automation system or a data-logging station for any button-triggered interaction.
What You'll Learn
- Decode infrared remote protocols (NEC, Sony, RC-5) using the TSOP1738
- Program the ESP8266 to connect to WiFi and publish MQTT messages
- Structure MQTT topics and payloads for reliable IoT communication
- Bridge two different communication standards—infrared and TCP/IP over WiFi
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| ESP8266 NodeMCU | 1 |
| TSOP1738 IR Receiver | 1 |
| IR Remote | 1 |
| 5mm LED | 2 |
| 220Ω Resistors | 5 |
| 10kΩ Resistors | 5 |
| 400-pt Breadboard | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 20 |
| Micro USB Cable | 1 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
School students in CBSE Class 11-12 or ATL Tinkering Labs exploring IoT and smart systems will find this project aligns with curriculum experiments. B.Tech ECE/EEE students preparing for Smart India Hackathon or minor projects gain hands-on protocol conversion skills. Even hobbyists at IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS who want a weekend demo of MQTT and IR decoding will have a plug-and-play starting point without ordering parts from five different vendors.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to chat with the AI companion that knows every step of this IR-to-MQTT project. You can also reach us via WhatsApp for a human backup within 24 hours.
Can I use this with my existing smart home setup?
Absolutely. The kit publishes standard MQTT messages that any broker like Mosquitto, Home Assistant, or Node-RED can consume. You can map the IR button codes to trigger lights, fans, or other WiFi switches immediately after the build.
Do I need prior coding experience?
No. The AI companion provides ready-to-upload Arduino code snippets with line-by-line explanations. You learn by doing, even if this is your first ESP8266 project.
Which IR protocols does it support?
The TSOP1738 receiver works with most common IR remote protocols including NEC, Sony, and RC-5. The included remote uses NEC protocol, making trial and error straightforward during learning.
ESP8266 receives IR remote presses and publishes button codes to a simple MQTT broker. Teaches protocol bridging.
What's in this kit
- ESP8266 NodeMCU
- TSOP1738 IR Receiver
- IR Remote
- 5mm LED x2
- 220Ω Resistors x5
- 10kΩ Resistors x5
- 400-pt Breadboard
- M-M Wires x20
- Micro USB Cable
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Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items