{"title":"Software Defined Radio Receiver USB Stick - RTL2832 w/R820T","handle":"software-defined-radio-receiver-usb-stick-rtl2832-w-r820t","url":"/products/software-defined-radio-receiver-usb-stick-rtl2832-w-r820t","description":"This USB software defined radio (SDR) receiver is built around the RTL2832U demodulator and R820T tuner, covering a wide frequency range from 24 MHz to 1850 MHz. Simply plug it into a Windows, Mac, or Linux computer to tune into a variety of radio signals using free SDR software.\n\nWith the right software, you can receive FM radio, AM signals, CW (Morse code), unencrypted radio communications, POCSAG pager signals, DVB-T digital television (where available), and much more. The MCX RF connector allows you to attach a better antenna using an MCX-to-BNC or MCX-to-SMA adapter.\n\nKey Features\n\n\nWide Frequency Range – 24 MHz to 1850 MHz\n\nRTL2832U + R820T – Proven SDR chipset with broad software support\n\nUSB Powered – No external power required\n\nCross-Platform – Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux\n\nMCX RF Connector – Adaptable to BNC or SMA antennas\n\nCompact Form Factor – USB stick design\n\n\nSpecifications\n\n\nDemodulator: RTL2832U\n\nTuner: R820T\n\nFrequency Range: 24–1850 MHz\n\nInterface: USB 2.0\n\nRF Connector: MCX\n\n\n\nNote: Depending on your location, listening to certain radio signals may not be legal. Check your local regulations before use.\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nSoftware defined radio experimentation\nFM radio and AM signal reception\nMonitoring weather, aviation, and amateur radio bands\nDVB-T digital television reception (where broadcasts are available)\n\n\nPackage Contents\n\n1× RTL2832U + R820T USB SDR receiver\n1× DVB-T antenna with MCX connector\n1× IR remote\n\n\nResources\n\nGetting Started with RTL-SDR Guide\n\nRTL-SDR Blog – Projects, tutorials, and news\n\nrtlsdr.org – Software links and resources\n","vendor":"Adafruit","product_type":"physical","in_stock":true,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":8452,"title":"Default Title","sku":"AF-1497","price":54.52,"compare_at_price":0.0,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":true,"available_quantity":1,"option1":"Default Title"}]}