The Hobbyist's Guide to the RTL-SDR: Really Cheap Software Defined Radio
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A comprehensive guide to the RTL2832U RTL-SDR software defined radio by the authors of the RTL-SDR Blog. The RTL-SDR is a super cheap software defined radio based on DVB-T TV dongles that can be found for under $20. This book is about tips and tutorials that show you how to get the most out of your RTL-SDR dongle. Most projects described in this book are also compatible with other wideband SDRs such as the HackRF, Airspy and SDRPlay RSP. What's in the book? Learn how to set up your RTL-SDR with various free software defined radio programs such as SDR#, HDSDR, SDR-Radio and more. Learn all the little tricks and oddities that the dongle has. A whole chapter dedicated to improving the RTL-SDR's performance. Dozens of tutorials for fun RTL-SDR based projects such as ADS-B aircraft radar, AIS boat radar, ACARS decoding, receiving NOAA and Meteor-M2 weather satellite images, listening to and following trunked radios, decoding digital voice P25/DMR signals, decoding weather balloon telemetry, receiving DAB radio, analysing GSM and listening to TETRA signals, decoding pagers, receiving various HF signals such as ham radio modes, weatherfax and DRM radio, decoding digital D-STAR voice, an introduction to GNU Radio, decoding RDS, decoding APRS, measuring filters and SWR with low cost equipment, receiving Inmarsat, AERO and Iridium L-Band satellite data, and many many more projects! Guide to antennas, cables and adapters. Fourth Edition 19 February 2018.
| Dimensions | 21.59 x 1.63 x 27.94 cm |
| Edition | 1st |
| Isbn 10 | 1514716690 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-1514716694 |
| Item Weight | 680 g |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 282 pages |
| Publication Date | 26 Jun. 2015 |
| Publisher | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform |
H**T
Informative
I was dubious having bought ham radio books before but this is excellent for both a new user of SDR and beyond but probably of little use to a very experienced user. It covers in simple to understand language the basics but moves on is a steady logical progression to all the other things you can do. It even covers plugins and the antennas. Well worth the money and almost a must on your kindle if you are interested in the subject. Well done to the author. De EA5IZO
C**Y
A little expensive but full of useful tips and advise...
Almost everything you need to know about SDR radio..
R**H
Vast amount of information, but requires a lot of hunting for the required elements
This book is fairly expensive, but it does contain a large amount of information. However, it quickly moves into territory that leaves the newbie floundering. In particular, the huge range of signals that can be graphed, listened to, viewed and detected are given their technical names which leaves the interested beginner somewhat in the dark. There is a lot of help to be found on the Internet, so this is not too much of a barrier. I'm sure that it will be invaluable once the initial learning curve is surmounted.
N**L
Swiftly delivered, safely packaged.
Swiftly delivered, safely packaged. ideal for what I required. Thank you.
A**.
Quite THE reference manual!
There are so many included links to other sources on the RTL-SDR and SDR in general, that make this title very hard to put down. Although one can start from their website and browse the links from there, I find the book so chock-full of useful info, it's worth considering buying the next edition when it comes out. Clearly SDR radio is a game changer for the industry.
A**H
This is Perfect For a Novice
This takes a novice through the whole set up. It is well illustrated. Of all the books on the subject this is the best.
A**W
Quite an old publication (2018)
Lots of interesting information but some is now out of date.
E**N
Educational
Good Technical read
A**R
Amazing book. Good for first timers to get on using the SDR great for experienced ones to experiment new projects.
H**R
Good guide to using the RTL radio chips. Has a lot of helpful information.
P**O
Veramente utile, va ben oltre l'argomento specifico, come uso è l'autore. Ci sono molte nozioni che non riguardano direttamente SDR.
R**O
Eu recomendo este livro para quem quer descobrir novos horizontes na radio-recepção. Dicas de recepção desde as ondas curtas, aviação e até satélites. O livro ainda da dicas de sites, softwares e antenas.
A**R
Very informative. Plenty of technical info, links & pictures. Best book out there on SDR stuff! I always come back to this book for answers.
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