NESDR SMArTee XTR SDR - Premium RTL-SDR w/Extended Tuning Range, Aluminum Enclosure, Bias Tee, 0.5PPM TCXO, SMA Input. RTL2832U & E4000-Based Software Defined Radio

This is a nice little SDR when paired with a LNA. I use it for Aero and Marine reception from Inmarsat in band L. Works great. Tough too, been outside in an enclosure for over a year.

The NooElec NESDR SMArTee XTR SDR is a great bit of kit to use and is really good value for you money. Compared to a radio scanner you cannot have a better way of receiving radio signals for a cheaper price. The only drawback is portability. IE laptop, raspberry pi. There are some RTL SDR apps for android that will work with this hardware. Learn to use and setup your software correctly otherwise you may think you have a faulty device with no audio. Search Youtube for NooElec products and how to set up and use with RTL SDR software. Happy listening !

Low cost good performance and worked first time with SDRSharp

I was advised by a mr miller who I believe buys from your company and I can see why build and quality are spot on

Worked well easy to set up and run, reccomend good antenna buy something large and exploit what's out there

I have 2x Nooelec RTL-SDR which work fine in my Windows 10 and still do. That is in Airspy with and without HamItUp converter, HDSDR and Spektrum. They also work fine with Dump1090 and Heatmap. But this new Nooelec Smartee crashes everything. First I reinstall all drivers with Zadig, wow it gets incorrectly recognised as a RTL-SDR (It is but with a different tuner) Still SDR#/Airspy will no longer start. HDSDR won't read it because it is the wrong EXTDLL and it also screwed all other settings up when I returned the RTL-SDR as a test. I only bought this because it is supposed to have a higher top end range. It crashed GQRX on Mac and Raspberry Pi where the RTL-SDR still works. This is a faulty device and is going back. Very dissapointed

Works perfectly.

I bought this model due to it’s metal enclosure (they tend to get quite hot) and the ability to at some point experiment with an LNA for long runs to the aerial, and it basically works fine. However, it disconnects/reconnects at even the slightest touch of the cables. The company mentions this on their site, so it’s probably not me getting a defective unit, so be prepared to find a way of pinning the cables down well (plural, I use a short usb extender to get it away from the computer and to allow pinning it down).

Prima product, voldoet aan de verwachtingen. De metalen behuizing zorgt voor een goede afscherming.

If you're an enthusiast looking to dive deep into the world of NOAA weather satellite reception, the NESDR SMArTee XTR SDR should be high on your list of considerations. This compact and highly efficient software-defined radio (SDR) is a gem for weather aficionados and technophiles alike. Right out of the box, the NESDR SMArTee XTR impresses with its robust build quality and ease of setup. It’s clear that the design has been optimized for users who want a mix of performance and convenience. The inclusion of a bias tee powered by the USB connection itself is particularly noteworthy, eliminating the need for an external power source and simplifying the overall setup. One of the standout features of the NESDR SMArTee XTR is its extended frequency range, which covers from 65 MHz to 2300 MHz. This wide range is perfect for capturing signals from NOAA weather satellites, which operate around the 137 MHz band. The sensitivity and selectivity of the receiver are exceptional, ensuring clear and crisp reception of weather images and data without the interference often found in lesser models. The performance in decoding NOAA APT transmissions is particularly impressive. Paired with the right antenna, the SMArTee XTR captures vivid images that can help in real-time weather monitoring and forecasting. This capability is invaluable for both professional meteorologists and hobbyists who rely on up-to-the-minute weather data. For those new to satellite reception, the learning curve can be steep, but the SMArTee XTR comes with access to a supportive community and a wealth of online resources that help ease this transition. The compatibility with popular SDR software platforms adds to its flexibility, allowing users to tailor their setup to their specific needs and interests.

Perfetto

Une très bonne expérience en plus avec un ampli , bien stable sous SDR Sharp Et une antennes disconne .

Fun hobby to get into, but not for beginners!