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SDR for Beginners Using the SDRplay and SDRuno: Amateur Radio for Beginners, #4
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SDR (Software-Defined Radio) is a generic term for a device that includes a full radio tuner in a "black box" with few or no external controls. All the tuning and output must be controlled through an external computer. This book covers the installation, setup, and operation of one particular very popular and inexpensive SDR device, the SDRplay, and the manufacturer's version of the SDR software, called SDRuno.
The SDRplay has an enormous range of frequencies available, including those for amateur radio, broadcast radio, satellite communication, TV, microwave, and a vast array of other frequencies. Being receive-only, no special licenses are required; although it is very popular with amateur radio enthusiasts ("Hams"), anyone with appropriate computer equipment can buy and use an SDRplay.
Inside you'll find step-by-step tutorials on how to install the software, setup the device, and use your SDRplay. SDR has never been more accessible! This short book gives you a simple step-by-step walkthrough of all the options to set up your SDR receiver using many screenshots and examples. The entire process is detailed, from registering your device to installing the software, and more. Once that's done, you can start listening and scanning the airways for audio and digital signals!
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Brian Schell
Brian Schell is a College English Instructor who has an extensive background in Buddhism and other world religions. After spending time in Japan, he returned to America where he created the immensely popular website, Daily Buddhism. For the next several years, Schell wrote extensively on applying Buddhism to real-world topics such as War, Drugs, Tattoos, Sex, Relationships, Pet Food and yes, even Horror Movies. Twitter: @BrianSchell Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/Brian.Schell Web: http://BrianSchell.com
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SDR for Beginners Using the SDRplay and SDRuno - Brian Schell
SDR for Beginners
SDR for Beginners
Using the SDRplay and SDRuno
Brian Schell
Blue House BooksSDR FOR BEGINNERS
Using the SDRplay and SDRuno
Copyright 2017-2018 by Brian Schell. All rights reserved, including the right to reproduce this book or any portion of it in any form.
SDRplay and SDRuno are either registered trademarks or trademarks of SDRplay Limited in the United States and/or other countries.
Written and designed by: Brian Schell
brian@brianschell.com
Version Date: July 18, 2018.
ISBN: 1977525806
ISBN-13: 978-1977525802
Printed in the USA of America
Note: The author is not affiliated with SDRplay Limited in any way. He’s a ham and a fan of the product. It’s not the easiest product to set up, hence this completely unofficial guide.
Contents
Introduction
Installing SDRuno
Running SDRuno
SDRplay and Digital Modes
Things to Try
About the Author
Stay Up To Date!
Help Me!
Introduction
SDR is a simple acronym for Software-Defined Radio.
An SDR is a device that includes a full radio tuner in a black box
with few or no external controls. All the tuning and output must be controlled through an external computer. Some of these SDR devices include both a receiver and transmitter, and others are simpler, containing only the receiver. This book covers the installation, setup, and operation of one particular SDR device, the SDRplay, and the manufacturer’s version of the SDR software, called SDRuno.
The SDRplay is a receiver only. It has a huge range of frequencies available, including those for amateur radio, broadcast radio, satellite communication, TV, microwave, and a vast array of other devices. Being receive-only, no special licenses are required; anyone with appropriate computer equipment
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