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Re:Software-Defined Radio for Engineers (2018) [pdf] by Jtsummers on Monday March 10, 2025 @03:23PM (#43324807)
RTL-SDR is an inexpensive way to get started, only a receiver though. Transmitters are more complicated (legally) since a lot of spectrum is off limits without a license in most jurisdictions. They have a kit with a couple basic antennas to get you started.

https://www.rtl-sdr.com/buy-rtl-sdr-dvb-t-dongles/

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Re:Software-Defined Radio for Engineers (2018) [pdf] by Joel_Mckay on Monday March 10, 2025 @04:19PM (#43325588)
The RTL-SDR dongle with GQRX is highly recommended, and go well with a NanoVNA.

https://www.tindie.com/products/hcxqsgroup/4-nanovna-v2-plus...

LimeSDR are a bit more involved, but like most SDR transceivers still need band-pass filters and power amplifiers to perform well. Works well when combined with a GPS locked 10MHz GPSDO like a BG7TBL. =3

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