The "Radio Troubleshooting Handbook" by John F. Rider and J. Richard Johnson is a comprehensive manual covering all aspects of troubleshooting vintage radios. It is a valuable resource for both professional mechanics and DIY enthusiasts interested in working on vintage tube-based radios.
The manual includes detailed explanations of causes and fixes for various issues such as distortion, weak signals, noise, undesired signals, and troubleshooting a dead receiver. It is an essential addition to any radio repair workbench.
The handbook is divided into three parts:
PART I - SUPERHETERODYNE RECEIVERS
Chapter 1 - A-M Superheterodynes
Chapter 2 - F-M Superheterodynes
PART II - FUNDAMENTAL TROUBLESHOOTING
Chapter 3 - Fundamental Troubleshooting Systems
PART III - COMMON SYMPTOMS AND REMEDIES
Chapter 4 - Undesired Signals
Chapter 5 - Weak Signals
Chapter 6 - Distortion
Chapter 7 - Noise
Chapter 8 - Dead Receiver
The manual provides in-depth insights into troubleshooting systems, testing methods, and symptom-specific remedies for various radio issues. It is available in Adobe Acrobat format, suitable for viewing with Adobe Acrobat Reader.
