We've developed a PIC based sensor, that is it uses a small number of hardware components e.g. LED's, resistors etc. but the clever stuff like detecting an incoming Laser Tag infra red signal, processing it, generating sounds, counting and display how many lives are left etc. is all done in the software on the PIC.

Starsensor (without Y-Rig) on the left, Fiat Lux! Sensor (with Y-Rig) on the right:

Here's some key features about our PIC sensor:

* PIC based - easy to update for any future features

* Low current consumption - battery should last about 10 x longer than in Starsensor

* Fully WoW compatible

* LED in front head unit for night games if required (switchable)

* Earpiece socket

* Manual life countdown - don't have to shoot yourself to set hits

* Hit illuminate button - don't give your position away by showing lights

* Uses PP3 battery - alkaline, or NiCad or NiMH

* Sprung battery contacts - doesn't use delicate battery clip

* Main unit smaller than Starsensor - fits in pocket (100mm x 60mm x 25mm)

* Belt/pocket clip

* Insensitive to RF coming off gun circuit - less false hits/accidently shooting yourself

* Inexpensive

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