I don't have spec for noname part.
I will go to buy original part through internet later. But I must wait them about two weeks. So I buy noname parts for test.
Ordered IR remote from ebay.
Can't find SOMO-14D. Found analog
Bought noname IR reciver. Very same how TSOP4136.
If I will have time Today evening. I'm going to try it.
About controller, I will know exactly tomorrow.
From ebay I must wait about two weeks or more.
Why not. I can invest some money for hobby.
Just I looking for faster and cheapest way.
I need LEGO remote controller for tests. May be you have old remote controller. I try asc it in ours shops but don't sure. I haven't seen it at the our shops.
I understand "LEGO Power Functions RC" well.
But perhaps I will use other type photodiode. If can't find TSOP4136.
I have same arduino controllers(uno, leonardo, mega) and how yours. I have other part except IR but it's not problem.
I have time +6 UTC so i can't answer fast.