The SDRplay RSP‑Dx R2 is a wide‑band, single‑tuner, 14‑bit SDR receiver that covers 1 kHz to 2 GHz with no gaps.
It is designed for amateur radio enthusiasts, short‑wave listeners, and experimenters or spectrum analysis applications.

Key Features
- Frequency coverage from 1 kHz to 2 GHz
- Up to 10 MHz simultaneous bandwidth
- Three antenna ports (two SMA full‑range, one BNC up to 200 MHz)
- External reference clock input for synchronization or GPSDO
- HDR mode for better low‑frequency performance
- Compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux, and Raspberry Pi

Why It’s Interesting
- Ideal for users seeking a serious SDR platform with full coverage and great performance
- Multiple antenna ports allow easy switching between antennas
- Excellent performance at HF and low‑frequency bands
- External clock support for synchronization and experimentation

Technical Highlights
- Dimensions: approx. 113 mm × 94 mm × 35 mm
- USB 2.0 Type‑B connection
- Typical noise figure: ~2.6 dB at 100 MHz, ~18 dB at 2 MHz
- Max input signal: 0 dBm continuous, 10 dBm short‑term

Applications
- Amateur radio, shortwave, AM/FM monitoring
- Aircraft, ADS‑B, satellite signals
- Educational and research use: experiments, radio astronomy

Advantages / Considerations
Advantages:
- Very wide frequency range
- Professional features (HDR, clock input, multi‑antenna)
- Solid build and strong performance

Considerations:
- Requires good antenna setup
- No antenna or USB cable included
- Some 3rd‑party software may not be fully compatible

Conclusion
The SDRplay RSP‑Dx R2 is a highly capable SDR receiver with full‑spectrum coverage, multiple antenna ports, and external clock options — an excellent choice for serious users and experimenters.

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