Please recommend the alternative of this IC

[shaiqbashir]

Hi Guys!

How are you?

well! im trying to make the following project:


http://www.electronics-lab.com/projects/pc/019/index.html

Now the problem is that following parts are not available in my areas:

TSOP 1736/38/40

I know that this IC is the backbone of this circuit, but unfortunately this is not available in my areas. Please tell me any suitable alternative to it. So that i can make this project.
I shall be thankful to you for this act of kindness.

Good Bye!

[audioguru]

Take one from a trashed TV.

[ante]

Yes or a trashed VCR! ;)