02/06/2026
π‘ 1 KM Range FM Radio Bug | ~100 MHz
A compact FM radio bug transmitter designed for long-range audio transmission using discrete components and RF tuning. Clean, simple, and surprisingly powerful for its size. π§β‘οΈ
πΉ Working Principle
Mic + Preamp (BC547): Electret mic feeds a low-noise audio pre-amplifier.
FM Modulator / VCO: Audio modulates the LC tank to produce FM at ~100 MHz.
RF Driver + PA (2N3563): Boosts RF power for extended range.
LC Matching Network: Ensures efficient antenna coupling and stability.
πΉ Key Specs
π» Frequency: ~100 MHz (FM band)
π‘ Range: Up to 1 km (line-of-sight, proper tuning & antenna)
π Supply: 6 V DC
π Antenna: ~165 cm (quarter-wave for best results)
πΉ Why it works
Proper LC tuning for resonance
Stage-wise amplification (Audio β RF β Power)
Good impedance matching to the antenna
β οΈ Note: FM transmission is regulatedβuse responsibly for educational/experimental purposes only.