{"product_id":"software-defined-radio-rtl-sdr-sdr-dab-fm-usb-rtlsdr-nz-1","title":"USB RTL-SDR Receiver – RTL2832U + FC0012 22–948.6 MHz","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn your computer into a software defined radio receiver and explore FM radio, airband, marine VHF and other signals with compatible SDR software and a suitable antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThis USB receiver combines the \u003cstrong\u003eRealtek RTL2832U\u003c\/strong\u003e demodulator with a \u003cstrong\u003eFitipower FC0012 tuner\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for radio listening, signal exploration and supported digital decoding applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe FC0012 offers a typical SDR tuning range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e22–948.6 MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e. The RTL2832U outputs \u003cstrong\u003e8-bit I\/Q samples\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a maximum theoretical sample rate of \u003cstrong\u003e3.2 MS\/s\u003c\/strong\u003e. Lower sample rates may be required to avoid dropped samples, depending on the computer and USB connection. Actual frequency coverage depends on the software and receiver implementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eFM broadcast radio.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft voice communications within the airband.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMarine VHF radio and AIS decoding.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eAmateur radio reception within the supported frequency range.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible wireless sensor and remote-control signals.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eLearning about radio signals and SDR software.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eReception and decoding depend on the antenna, available signals and software used.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eChipset: Realtek RTL2832U + Fitipower FC0012.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eTypical SDR tuning range: approximately 22–948.6 MHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eADC resolution: 8-bit.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum theoretical sample rate: 3.2 MS\/s.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eUSB interface: USB 2.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePower: USB powered.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003eOperation: Receive only.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: Bulk.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware and setup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible SDR software and driver installation are required. This receiver is not plug-and-play. SDR software can be downloaded, so a CD-ROM drive is not required for SDR use. Follow the setup instructions for your chosen application and operating system. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.rtl-sdr.com\/rtl-sdr-quick-start-guide\/\"\u003eSetup guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This FC0012 model does not cover 1090 MHz and is therefore unsuitable for standard 1090 MHz ADS-B aircraft tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Techexpress NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":50669242843234,"sku":"USB-RTLSDR-FC0012-NZ","price":35.69,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1907\/5887\/files\/Photograph_of_Software_Defined_Radio_Receiver_USB_Digital_DVB-T_DAB_FM_Tuner_RTL2832___R820TB_RV5UKOJ5DZ2G_c35254a8-4174-4d8c-a7c1-83eb2b929e43.png?v=1792100445","url":"https:\/\/www.techexpress.co.nz\/products\/software-defined-radio-rtl-sdr-sdr-dab-fm-usb-rtlsdr-nz-1","provider":"Techexpress NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}