Jeremy Cook
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Passive Infrared [PIR] Camera Motion Trigger

A system to trigger a Canon DSLR camera when there is motion in front of it. Uses a PIR, opto-isolator, and not much else!

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Passive Infrared [PIR] Camera Motion Trigger

Things used in this project

Hardware components

PIR Motion Sensor (generic)
PIR Motion Sensor (generic)
×1
Opto-Isolator
Opto-Isolator
×1
Resistor 100 ohm
Resistor 100 ohm
×1

Hand tools and fabrication machines

3D Printer (generic)
3D Printer (generic)

Story

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Custom parts and enclosures

STL Files

Printed on MP select mini, though most any printer with a big enough bed should work.

Credits

Jeremy Cook

Jeremy Cook

70 projects • 915 followers
Engineer, maker of random contraptions, love learning about tech. Write for various publications, including Hackster!

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