Cellular Radio, 2nd Edition - Hardcover

MacArio, R. C. V.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0070444331 ISBN 13: 9780070444331

Publisher: McGraw-Hill, 1997

Synopsis

An introduction to cellular radio technology for engineers, managers, technicians and students, covering North American, European, and Japanese standards and designs, and summarizing all major worldwide cellular systems. Contains chapters on radio coverage prediction, cellular radio design principles, analog signalling, multipath propagation, modulation techniques, speech coding, multiple access, and spectral efficiency aspects. Assumes a basic knowledge of electronic engineering and some experience in quantitative evaluation. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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From the Back Cover

State-Of-The-Art Cellular! Nearly straight up. That's the growth curve on cellular communication systems worldwide, with thousands of subscribers signing up each day! This best-selling introduction to this explosively growing technology is your key to professional participation! Cellular Radio, 2nd edition, gives engineers, managers, and technicians an up-to-the-minute, easily understood handle on every aspect of this exciting field. This newly revised Second Edition features complete, thoroughly illustrated coverage of: Cellular radio design principles; Cellular radio signaling; Digital cellular design--two new added chapters; Multipath propagation problems; Modulation techniques; Speech coding; Spectral efficiency considerations; Layout optimization; Maximization of traffic capability; Complete North American and European standards; Summary of ALL major worldwide cellular systems; A wealth of new tables and diagrams. This straightforward, modest little book gives you the clarity, precision, and comprehensiveness lacking in so many larger works--that's why it's so popular. It's the professional's key to unlocking the cellular radio bonanza!

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0070444331
• ISBN 13: 9780070444331
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 276