The Practical Radio Reference Book

Language: English

Published by Odhams Press Limited, London, 1950

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VINTAGESTAN BOOKS Title: The Practical Radio Reference Book Summary: The Practical Radio Reference Book (edited by Roy C. Norris, first published around the late 1940s) is a compact technical handbook intended for radio technicians, students, and amateur radio enthusiasts. Rather than teaching radio theory step by step, it serves as a quick-reference manual collecting practical information, formulas, diagrams, tables, and design data in one place. Key areas covered include: • Radio theory fundamentals – AC theory, algebra for radio calculations, and electrical principles. • Valve (vacuum tube) technology – tube types, terminology, operating principles, and circuit formulas. • Circuit design and components – resistors, capacitors, coils, transformers, and component selection/design tables. • Measurement instruments – practical use of test equipment and interpreting oscilloscope patterns. • Sound amplification – microphones, loudspeakers, amplifier characteristics, and audio principles. • Interference suppression – reducing electrical noise and radio interference. • Short-wave and television topics – aimed at radio hobbyists and service engineers. • Reference aids – charts, abacs (calculation aids), diagrams, and lookup tables for everyday engineering work. Edited by: Roy C. Norris Publisher: Odhams Press Limited. London Year Published: Circa 1950 Edition: Original Dimensions: 21.5cm x 14cm Binding type: Hardcover ISBN: Notes: Previous owner name on front end sheet SKU: VSS / 231 / G / 7380 / 5662 Condition Dust Jacket Condition: Not applicable Book condition: Good. Rubbing, bumps to corners, age toning, light foxing, handling marks, marks Binding: Intact Pages: 288 pages.

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Title
The Practical Radio Reference Book
Author
Roy C. Norris
Publisher
Odhams Press Limited, London
Publication year
1950
Condition
Good
Dust jacket
Not applicable
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
Item weight
0.4 kilograms
Dimensions
8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall
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Vintagestan Books

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