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+[![contributions welcome](https://img.shields.io/badge/contributions-welcome-brightgreen.svg?style=flat)](https://github.com/PE5PVB/TEF6686_ESP32/issues)
+[![HitCount](https://hits.dwyl.com/PE5PVB/TEF6686_ESP32.svg)](https://hits.dwyl.com/PE5PVB/TEF6686_ESP32)
+[![License](https://img.shields.io/badge/license%20-%20GNU_GPLv3-GPLv3?color=blue)](https://github.com/PE5PVB/TEF6686_ESP32/blob/main/LICENSE)
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 # Note:
 The version in the repository is an ongoing development. It could and will contain bugs. To make sure you use the latest fully tested firmware, check the releases!
 
 
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 # TEF6686_ESP32
 Advanced Tuner software for NXP TEF668x tuners with ESP32 board\
 Based on Catena / NXP semiconductors API