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NooElec SAWbird+ NOAA - Premium SAW Filter & Cascaded Ultra-Low Noise LNA Module for NOAA Applications. 137MHz Center Frequency

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Compatible devices	NESDR SMArTee
Connector type	USB
Brand	NooElec
Connectivity technology	USB
Colour	Black

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SAWbird+ NOAA is a self-contained LNA module designed for capturing beautiful weather images available from NOAA satellites (~137MHz)
The module uses 2 ultra-low-noise LNAs and a custom high-performance SAW filter centered at the frequency of interest
SAWbird+ NOAA can be powered in 3 ways: via bias tee, through the on-board microUSB connector, or through DC barrel connector with the included USB to DC connector adapter
Though compatible with most SDRs, we recommend use in conjunction with NESDR SMArTee (available on ��غ��, product ID B079C4S2BT)
Includes free aluminum enclosure, male SMA to male SMA adapter and USB to DC barrel connector adapter. Full 2 year warranty and support direct through Nooelec!

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SAWbird+ NOAA is a self-contained LNA module designed for capturing beautiful weather images available from NOAA satellites. It has a very high attenuation outside of the 5MHz bandpass region, centered around 137.5MHz, and a minimum of 30dB of gain within the bandpass region. Nominal current draw is 180mA.

The SAWbird+ series contains 2 ultra-low-noise LNAs sandwiched around a custom-designed, high-performance SAW filter centered at the frequency of interest. Each LNA module has 2 EMI shields to separate each delicate LNA from external interference. There are also M3 mounting holes available to mount the PCB in your custom enclosure or project with standard hardware.

Each module allows for 3 different power options, but you should only power with one option at any given time! The recommended power input through the SMA output port (for bias-tee capable SDRs like the NESDR SMArTee) is 3V-5V DC. Alternatively, if you don't have a bias-tee capable SDR, you can use the external power options through the microUSB port or the power input header (female 0.1" header). The recommended external power input is 3.3V-5.5V DC.

Though there is protection circuitry on the SAWbird for overvoltage conditions, and voltages of up to 12V DC should still work and will not damage the device, it is not recommended for long-term usage. Kindly note that damage resulting from overvoltage conditions would not be covered under the standard 2 year warranty.

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Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 11 x 8 x 2 cm; 50 g
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ 4 July 2019
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Nooelec Inc.
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TWPR871
Item model number ‏ : ‎ SAWbird+ NOAA
Country of origin ‏ : ‎ USA
Guaranteed software updates until ‏ : ‎ unknown

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DavidL
Well built device
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 May 2024
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This filter has a feel of quality about it and it has helped improve the NOAA weather images I can receive using a simple horizontal V aerial. Works best with the filter located at the aerial and powered by a biased T.

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A. Tierney
Works as specified, not sure if I need the LNA
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 January 2024
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This performs pretty much as the datasheet that Nooelec publish. Gain is high, and the passband follows what they say. It's very sharp on the lower side, providing strong attenuation to airband and FM broadcast, but rolls off more gently on the other side, still allowing some of the very strong 153MHz pager signals through.

Realistically, I'm not sure the LNA is needed. I get reasonable signal strength for NOAA satellites with just a V-dipole. The high gain means I'm brining up the noise as well as signal, and it's overwhelming rtlsdr dongles. Just a filter might work better for me, but your mileage may vary.

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A. Tierney

Works as specified, not sure if I need the LNA
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 January 2024
This performs pretty much as the datasheet that Nooelec publish. Gain is high, and the passband follows what they say. It's very sharp on the lower side, providing strong attenuation to airband and FM broadcast, but rolls off more gently on the other side, still allowing some of the very strong 153MHz pager signals through.

Realistically, I'm not sure the LNA is needed. I get reasonable signal strength for NOAA satellites with just a V-dipole. The high gain means I'm brining up the noise as well as signal, and it's overwhelming rtlsdr dongles. Just a filter might work better for me, but your mileage may vary.

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Dylan
Dont bother with it. Actually made the Signal worse
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 June 2024
Verified Purchase
I started this hobby with just the sdr and a dipole, it worked great producing incredible NOAA APT images. I thought using this sawbird would make them even better.

So i bought it, hooked it up probably, and what did i see?
I saw nothing on the waterfall, i removed it from the setup and it was back to normal.
It actually makes the signal worse!!!

Investigating the SAWBIRD online i found many many people with the same results.
I also found that a majority of users reported that i did help, though not much, and from 1 week to 1 month after using it, it would just die.
Im not sure on the electronic technicalities inside but many people found that it has 2 flaws.

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Andrew Hope
Still learning
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 January 2023
Verified Purchase
I purchased this because it's a recommended product on RTLSDR forums and sites for downloading the weather satellite footage from the NOAA sites over using a generic wideband LNA

I have yet to o gain a good image. This isn't the product it's just me because I'm relatively new and still learning.

The sawbird filter has an adaptive draw I wasn't powering mine through a USB socket or dc jack I used a bench power supply

Initially I had the voltage set as 4.5v however I discovered this was actually too much ( but within range) and it wasn't applying much gain

I reduced the voltage down to 3v and it's usage went to 0.35A and then it got about 30db gain in signal

So it does work. However I need to take my equipment outside and add grounding straps because I'm getting a lot of electrical interference

I also need to bukd a better aerial. Setup filters properly find the right station etc etc

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status webby
Not for me
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 May 2023
Verified Purchase
Improves reception of NOAA 15 somewhat but does very little to eliminate pager signals or any other QRM caused by heavy radio traffic in my area of the UK which affects NOAA 18 & 19. Tests proved lowering the antenna and using broadband LNA much more affective.
Item returned.

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Pete
NOAA weather satellite 137.5MHz
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 August 2019
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Does what it says, I have my RTL - SDR NSDR SMArt (black) on automatic gain -10 with a DIY RQFH Antenna (Reasonate Quantifilar Helex Antenna) running Raspberry Pi NOAA Weather Satellite Receiver by haslettj instructions on Instructables. It's a well worth project, and the end results speak for themselves.
Already ordered the NooElec SAWbird+ GOES - Premium SAW Filter & Cascaded Ultra-Low Noise LNA Module for NOAA (GOES/LRIT/HRIT) Applications. 1688MHz Center Frequency to complement the NESDR SMArt XTR (silver), for the next satellite educational project, just need to get a Grid Parabolic Dish Antenna, which seems a bit difficult to get here in the UK for a decent price.

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Pete

NOAA weather satellite 137.5MHz
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 August 2019
Does what it says, I have my RTL - SDR NSDR SMArt (black) on automatic gain -10 with a DIY RQFH Antenna (Reasonate Quantifilar Helex Antenna) running Raspberry Pi NOAA Weather Satellite Receiver by haslettj instructions on Instructables. It's a well worth project, and the end results speak for themselves.
Already ordered the NooElec SAWbird+ GOES - Premium SAW Filter & Cascaded Ultra-Low Noise LNA Module for NOAA (GOES/LRIT/HRIT) Applications. 1688MHz Center Frequency to complement the NESDR SMArt XTR (silver), for the next satellite educational project, just need to get a Grid Parabolic Dish Antenna, which seems a bit difficult to get here in the UK for a decent price.

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Arturas Vaitonis
Good product
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 May 2020
Verified Purchase
Did make a different. When was recording NOAA satellites (NOAA 15, NOOA 18 and NOAA 19) without LNA module I used to get 3 - 4 good images per week. When I connected this I’m getting 4 - 5 good images a day. It does need DC block. I’m using double cross antenna in a loft.

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Arturas Vaitonis

Good product
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 May 2020
Did make a different. When was recording NOAA satellites (NOAA 15, NOOA 18 and NOAA 19) without LNA module I used to get 3 - 4 good images per week. When I connected this I’m getting 4 - 5 good images a day. It does need DC block. I’m using double cross antenna in a loft.

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Nick
Did not last long.!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 July 2024
Verified Purchase
Overheated and never came back on.
There is no led showing, psu has been checked and verified, no luck .
Tried to contact NooElec, no luck at the moment.
Lasted about 2-3 Months, was not really impressed then , even more not impressed.
Can'e believe I spent nearly £50 on an LNA for 3 months use.
Very dissapointed, I will be looking elsewhere for a more reliable device, waste of my hard earned cash.
Research first before you buy, buy one if you have to, other than that, forget it.

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John Engel
Great Product
Reviewed in the United States on 19 May 2024
Verified Purchase
Product arrived as promised and works as specified.

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Laura Halliday
Good amplifier
Reviewed in Canada on 12 August 2022
Verified Purchase
Low-noise amplifier with the filtering lower-cost SDRs need for best results. Nicely packaged.

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Salvador Aguirre A
Excelente Desempeño
Reviewed in Mexico on 21 March 2022
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excelente desempeño y precio. gracias

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Jose Maria Quevedo
100% recomendable
Reviewed in Spain on 23 December 2024
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Cumple su función perfectamente

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Rieders
Super filter
Reviewed in Germany on 26 November 2024
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Hallo. Ich verwende den Filter um noaa wettersateliten besser zu empfangen. Filter zuverlässig Störung raus. Der empfangen wurde deutlich verbessert.

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