Mike,
There are some options that won't break the bank. I have used the FUNcube Dongle Pro+ and the different SDRplay receivers (RSP1 for a couple of years, RSP2, and now an RSP1A) for working satellites. These are all decent receivers, and I use them with the inexpensive 8- to 11-inch Windows tablets, so I have access to more software than I would using an Android device.
The FUNcube Dongle Pro+ is available through its UK-based manufacturer's web site http://www.funcubedongle.com/ . The SDRplay receivers are sold in the US by HRO. The FUNcube Dongle Pro+ can be used directly with the FoxTelem software for AMSAT's Fox-1 satellites and the various AMSAT-UK FUNcube satellites including AO-73, but the SDRplay receivers can handle a larger bandwidth (up to 10 MHz) than the FUNcube Dongle Pro+ (up to 192 kHz). I have been using the SDRplay RSP1 for a couple of years, and have just picked up its replacement RSP1A.
Good luck, and 73!
Patrick WD9EWK/VA7EWK http://www.wd9ewk.net/ Twitter: @WD9EWK or http://twitter.com/WD9EWK
On Wed, Jan 10, 2018 at 9:41 PM, radiomb radiomb@bellsouth.net wrote:
What is a good SDR radio? Does not have to be top dog. But would like one that works well. I plan to use it some for satellite communication but mainly for coping weather satellite images. Thanks73 Mike K4MIA _______________________________________________ Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA. Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program! Subscription settings: http://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb