This is a comprehensive 6-volume set entitled BASIC RADIO by Marvin Tepper (1961), covering the fundamentals and circuitry of radio communications. It is an excellent resource for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts interested in vintage radio repair.
The first volume, "DC Electricity," covers topics such as electric circuits, resistance, schematic diagrams, and magnetism.
Volume 2, "AC Electricity," delves into generating alternating voltage, inductance, transformers, capacitors, and filter circuits.
"Electron Tube Circuits" in Volume 3 explores electron tubes, rectifier circuits, amplifiers, feedback, and demodulators.
Volume 4, "AM & FM Receivers," discusses receiver fundamentals, superheterodyne circuits, frequency modulation, and automatic frequency control.
"Transistors" in Volume 5 covers semiconductor basics, transistor operation, biasing, amplifier circuits, and transistor power supplies.
Volume 6, "Transmitters," includes topics such as transmitting tubes, crystal oscillators, R-F power amplifiers, modulation circuits, and antenna characteristics.
These manuals provide a detailed understanding of basic radio concepts, making them an invaluable resource for anyone interested in vintage radio repair and electronic communications.
