The FUNcube Dongle Pro+ is a high-sensitivity SDR (Software Defined Radio) receiver that connects directly to a computer’s USB port. It converts radio signals received via an antenna into digital data, allowing users to visualize and listen to a wide variety of communications using specialized software. It was originally developed as a ground station for the FUNcube educational satellite project (AMSAT-UK).
Designed for radio amateurs, radio spectrum enthusiasts, and satellite reception. It offers coverage from 150 kHz to 1.9 GHz, high sensitivity, integrated RF filters, and compatibility with major SDR software. Its precision, wide reception range, and ease of use make it an excellent tool for exploring HF, VHF, and UHF communications, as well as for satellite reception and digital modes.
What is it used for?
The FUNcube Dongle Pro+ allows for the reception and monitoring of radio signals across multiple bands and modes, making it ideal for:
- Amateur satellite reception.
- Listening to aeronautical and maritime communications.
- Receiving HF, VHF, and UHF amateur radio bands.
- Decoding digital modes.
- Receiving AM, FM, and SSB signals.
- Experimentation and learning regarding radio frequency and SDR.
- Radio spectrum monitoring.
Features
- Guaranteed coverage: 150 kHz – 240 MHz and 420 MHz – 1.9 GHz.
- Typical coverage: 150 kHz – 260 MHz and 410 MHz – 2.05 GHz.
- 192 kHz sampling rate.
- High-precision TCXO oscillator (0.5 ppm).
- 11 hardware input filters to improve selectivity and reduce interference.
- Dedicated SAW filters for the 144 MHz (2 m) and 430 MHz (70 cm) bands. High-performance low-noise amplifier (LNA).
- SMA female antenna connector.
- Direct USB power.
- Compatible with Windows, Linux, and macOS; no additional drivers required.
- Integrated 5V Bias-T output, software-activatable to power external preamplifiers.
Excellent sensitivity for weak signal reception.
