This RTL-SDR Blog V3 dongle is a software-defined radio receiver, designed for a wide range of applications including radio scanning, air traffic control, public safety radio, and more.
It features several improvements over generic models, providing enhanced performance and versatility.
Features
Improved Tuner: R860 (R820T2) tuner
Enhanced Components: Improved passive component tolerances
Temperature Compensated Oscillator (TCXO): 1 PPM accuracy
Direct Sampling Mode: HF mode built-in, tunes down to 500 kHz
SMA F Connector: For secure and reliable connections
Aluminium Shielded Case: Includes a thermal pad for passive cooling, enhancing L-Band performance
Bias Tee Circuit: Software activatable 4.5V bias tee
Noise Reduction: USB noise choke, bypass capacitors, and built-in ferrites
ESD Protection: Additional ESD diode and extra discharge paths
Optimized Front End Circuit: Designed for wideband use
Breakout Pads: For advanced users
Specifications
Chipset: RTL2832U ADC chip
Tuner: R860 (R820T2)
Frequency Range: 500 kHz to 1.7 GHz
Bandwidth: Up to 3.2 MHz (2.4 MHz max stable)
Compatibility: Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, Raspberry Pi
Applications: Radio scanning, ADSB, AIS, ACARS, weather satellites, GSM, radio astronomy, and more
Antenna Kit
Dipole Antenna Base: 60 cm RG174 cable
Telescopic Antennas
2 x 23 cm to 1 m
2 x 5 cm to 13 cm
Extension Cable: 3 m RG174
Mounts: Flexible tripod mount, suction cup mount
Applications
General Radio Scanning: Wide range of frequencies
Air Traffic Control: Monitor communications
Public Safety Radio: Listen to emergency services
Digital Voice Systems: P25/DMR, TETRA
Weather Satellites: NOAA APT, METEOR M2
Other Uses: ADSB, AIS, ACARS, VDL2, Outernet, Inmarsat, Iridium, GSM, Milsatcom, radio astronomy, meteor scatter monitoring, DAB, panadapter for ham radio
Improvements Over Other Models
Improved Tuner: R860 (R820T2)
TCXO: 1 PPM accuracy
Direct Sampling Mode: HF reception capabilities
Noise Reduction: Enhanced PCB design and additional components
ESD Protection: Upgraded for better performance
Wideband Optimization: Front end circuit designed for wideband use
Bias Tee Circuit: Powers external devices
Breakout Pads: For advanced modifications
Package Contents
1 x RTL-SDR Blog brand R860 (R820T2) RTL2832U 1PPM TCXO HF Bias Tee SMA Dongle (V3)
1 x Dipole antenna base with 60 cm RG174
2 x 23 cm to 1 m telescopic antennas
2 x 5 cm to 13 cm telescopic antennas
1 x 3 m RG174 extension cable
1 x Flexible tripod mount
1 x Suction cup mount
