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Decoding temperature sensor data using software-defined radio

I have an old Philips clock radio that includes a standalone temperature sensor module:

Image: Philips outdoor temperature sensor, bottom view

The idea is that you place this sensor outdoors, where it periodically sends temperature updates to the clock radio inside. I wanted to capture those transmissions and use the data programmatically, instead of just seeing it …