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RTL-SDR BLOG V3 USB Dongle with Dipole Antenna Kit

SKU: WRL-22957 Brand: Sparkfun

The RTL-SDR BLOG V3 is a low-cost software defined radio USB dongle...

$102.44 AUD, inc GST

$93.13 AUD, exc GST

In stock, ships same business day if ordered before 2PM
Delivered by Thu, 9th of May

Quantity Discounts:

5+ $91.73 (exc GST)

Restrictions apply to this RF Equipment for use in Australia:

Only to be operated on 433Mhz / 915-930Mhz / 2.4Ghz (check the product description for compatible frequency ranges).
If operating outside of shared frequencies or in such a way that is beyond low interference potential devices are intended to function, then you have obtained the appropriate authorisation to do so.

For use in other locations around the world:

Follow region-specific frequency spectrum rules.

A declaration of use will need to be submitted during checkout.

The RTL-SDR BLOG V3 is a low-cost software defined radio USB dongle. Perfect for getting into projects that utilize software defined radios or just learning more about them.

The RTL-SDR Blog V3 is an improved RTL-SDR dongle. RTL-SDR dongles were originally designed for DVB-T HDTV reception, but they were found by hardware hackers to be useful as a general purpose SDR. The standard dongles are okay for DVB-T reception, but are just barely suitable for SDR users/experimenters. The RTL-SDR Blog V3 was redesigned with SDR user needs in mind, instead of DVB-T HDTV users who typically have more relaxed requirements.

RTL-SDR works hard to maintain a higher standard of quality for the BLOG V3 among the other entry level SDR dongles on the market such as upgraded antennas and an Aluminum case for better cooling. With a bandwidth up to 2.4MHz and a frequency range of 500kHz - 1766 MHz it's a capable SDR at a great price.

This kit includes the BLOG V3 USB Dongle and the RTL-SDR VHF/UHF dipole antenna kit. Great for beginners as it allows for terrestrial and satellite reception.

Includes

SDR-RTL BLOG V3 USB Dongle
Multipurpose Dipole Antenna Kit
- 2 sets of telescoping VHF/UHF antennas
  - 2 x 23cm to 1m telescopic antennas
  - 2 x 5cm to 13cm telescopic antennas
- Dipole Antenna Base with 60cm RG174
- 3 meter RG174 extension cable
- Flexible Tripod Mount
- Suction Cup Mount

Features

<1 PPM temperature compensated oscillator (TCXO)
SMA female antenna port
4.5V USB powered bias tee
HF Direct Sampling Mode
Aluminium case and passive cooling
Improved Antennas
R820T2 tuner
Bandwidth: Up to 2.4 MHz stable.
ADC: RTL2832U 8-bits
Frequency Range: 500 kHz – 1766 MHz (500 kHz – 24 MHz in direct sampling mode)
Typical Input Impedance: 50 Ohms
Typical Current Draw: 270 – 280 mA
Compatible with Windows XP and above (SDR# requires Win 7or newer), Linux, MacOS and Android. A dual core machine is recommended.
- Single board PCs like the Raspberry Pi, Odroid, C.H.I.P are also supported with most command line apps.

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Unit 18, 132 Garden Grove Parade
Adamstown
NSW, 2289
Australia

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