Provides a balance of traditional analog communications (amplitude and frequency modulation and their variations) and modern developments in data communications (networks, fiber optics, and personal communications systems). Material on antennas, transmission lines, and propagation is also included. Flexible format allows instructors to choose sequence of topics. Examples use actual equipment, complete with photographs and manufacturers' specifications wherever possible. Sections on test equipment and measurement techniques introduce students to real world procedures. Text assumes that the student's mathematical background includes algebra and basic trigonometry, but calculus is not required. Interest boxes throughout bring material to life. Historical development of television (Ch. 9).
- ISBN10 0314201408
- ISBN13 9780314201409
- Publish Date 25 November 1996
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 23 October 2014
- Publish Country US
- Imprint West Publishing Co
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 1000
- Language English