How To: TV Spy Remote To Wreak Havoc

Written by Richard Blanchard on April 16th, 2009. Posted in Security, USB Hacks, USB T.V., USB Tutorials, Video

So lets clarify exactly what I’m talking about here…a TV spy remote is a device that allows you to control someone else’s TV without being around, thus wreak havoc in their life.  After all, what could be more upsetting then turning off the TV at your neighbors house during American Idol or watching Jack Bower kick a$$ in 24?  I don’t think there is a greater pleasure.

Since you can’t buy a TV spy remote at buy.com or Amazon, or anywhere else, check out this TV Spy Remote tutorial I found at Instructables.

tv spy remote

The tools and materials you need could be found anywhere, as this hack was done at a college dorm room and you know those kids have not $$ or resources.

Required materials include:
Thinkgeek Micro Spy Remote
Conductive glue
Superglue
Various resistors
Capacitor
555 timer chip
9-volt battery
9-volt battery connector
Relay
High Gauge wire
Solder
Aluminium can (optional)
Cardboard
Circuit board
Tape (electrical tape works well)

Tools include:
Soldering iron
screwdriver
needle nose pliers
wire cutters and strippers
possibly other common household tools.

tv spy remote schematic

Please take a few moments and check out the full tutorial.  Enjoy.

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