RTL-SDR
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RTL-SDR is an inexpensive (~ $20 USD) software defined radio that uses a DVB-T TV tuner dongle based on the RTL2832U chipset.
RTL-SDR Supported Frequency Ranges
Tuner | Frequency Range |
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Elonics E4000 | 52 – 2200 MHz (minus 1100 MHz to 1250 MHz) |
Rafael Micro R820T | 24 – 1766 MHz |
Fitipower FC0013 | 22 – 1100 MHz |
Fitipower FC0012 | 948.6 MHz |
FCI FC2580 | 146 – 308 MHz / 438 – 924 MHz |
The Rafael Micro R820T is by far the most popular and widely available tuner in the RTL-SDR dongles..