RTL2832U+R820T2 To watch TV, and maybe FM radio. VLC player?

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Feb 7, 2017
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I bought one of these devices that comes with the dongle, remote, and antenna. I am looking for some recommendations on the best ways to use this device? It comes with a CD but not yet sure if that includes any software or just drivers. I have seen where some people are using them wtih VLC player.

I will be setting this up for myself as well as my parents, which are not tech savy. I want them to have it purely for bad weather when the power is out, so simplicity on that front will be important.
 
Solution
I'm not sure on the VLC end of it but Win7 & 8 can use Windows media center (its free in 7 but there's a fee in 8) or use any 3rd party tuner app you wish.