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This document describes how to build a simple door alarm using an IR LED, IR receiver, buzzer, resistors, transistor, and breadboard. The circuit works by transmitting an infrared beam across the door. When the door is opened, the beam is broken and the receiver triggers the transistor to activate the buzzer, alerting you that the door has been opened. Common applications of this door alarm circuit include home, office, retail store, hospital, and museum security to detect unauthorized entry.

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About This Project

This document describes how to build a simple door alarm using an IR LED, IR receiver, buzzer, resistors, transistor, and breadboard. The circuit works by transmitting an infrared beam across the door. When the door is opened, the beam is broken and the receiver triggers the transistor to activate the buzzer, alerting you that the door has been opened. Common applications of this door alarm circuit include home, office, retail store, hospital, and museum security to detect unauthorized entry.

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ABOUT THIS PROJECT:

A door alarm using an IR LED and IR receiver is a simple and effective way to detect when a
door is opened. You will need an IR LED, an IR receiver, a buzzer or alarm, resistors (220 ohm
and 10K ohm), an NPN transistor (such as 2N3904), a power supply (such as a 9V battery), and
a breadboard and jumper wires.

To set it up, connect the anode of the IR LED to a 220 ohm resistor, then to the positive rail of
the breadboard. Connect the cathode of the IR LED to the negative rail. Connect the VCC pin of
the IR receiver to the positive rail and the GND pin to the negative rail. Connect the signal pin of
the IR receiver to a 10K ohm resistor, then to the negative rail. Connect the emitter pin of the
NPN transistor to the negative rail and the collector pin to the control pin of the IR LED. Connect
a 10K ohm resistor between the base pin of the transistor and the signal pin of the IR receiver.
Finally, connect the buzzer or alarm to the breadboard and connect the power supply.

When the door is closed, the IR beam emitted by the LED will be received by the receiver,
keeping the transistor off and the buzzer or alarm quiet. When the door is opened, the beam will
be broken, triggering the receiver to turn on the transistor and activate the buzzer or alarm.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM:
WORKING OF THIS CIRCUIT:

A door security alarm using IR technology works by transmitting an invisible infrared beam from
an IR LED on one side of the door to an IR receiver on the other side of the door. This beam is
normally unbroken when the door is closed, allowing the IR receiver to stay in the "on" state,
indicating that the door is closed and secure.
However, when someone opens the door, the beam is interrupted and the IR receiver is turned
"off". This change in state indicates that the door has been opened and the security has been
breached. The alarm can be triggered to notify you of the breach, usually by activating a buzzer
or alarm.
The IR receiver and IR LED can be mounted on opposite sides of the door frame or even
embedded within the door itself. The system requires a power source such as a battery, and a
microcontroller can be used to control the alarm and send notifications to your phone or other
devices.
Door security alarms using IR technology are popular because they are relatively inexpensive,
easy to install, and require minimal maintenance. They can also be customized to suit your
specific needs, such as adjusting the range of the infrared beam or configuring the alarm to only
sound during certain hours.

APPLICATIONS OF THIS PROJECT:

Door security alarms using IR (infrared) technology are used to detect motion or movement near
the door, and trigger an alarm if an unauthorized person enters the protected area. Here are
some common applications of door security alarms using IR:

1.Home security: Door security alarms using IR can be used in homes to detect unauthorized
entry or intrusion. These alarms can be installed on the main door, windows or garage door to
provide maximum security to your home.
2.Office security: Door security alarms using IR can be used in offices to secure the premises
after working hours or during weekends. These alarms can be installed on the main entrance
door, storage room or any other area that needs to be secured.
3.Retail stores: Door security alarms using IR can be used in retail stores to protect against theft
and unauthorized entry. These alarms can be installed on the main entrance door, storage
room, or any other area where valuable items are kept.
4.Hospitals and clinics: Door security alarms using IR can be used in hospitals and clinics to
secure restricted areas such as operating rooms, emergency rooms, and medication storage
rooms.
5.Museums and galleries: Door security alarms using IR can be used in museums and galleries
to protect valuable artwork, artifacts, and exhibits from theft or damage.

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