The Practical Radio Reference Book

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. …