Tab Encyclopedia of Electronics for Technicians and Hobbyists [Hardcover]

Stan Gibilisco (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070241902 | ISBN-13: 978-0070241909 | Publication Date: December 1, 1996 | Edition: 1

Information-packed volume covering virtually every aspect of hobby and consumer electronics in language that is exceptionally clear, offering just the right amount of detail while featuring an abundance of illustrations and real-world examples. Articles are arranged alphabetically by topic, with extensive cross-references and a comprehensive index. The easiest-to-use and most complete popular electronics reference ever compiled.

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From the Back Cover

The most complete and easiest to undertstand electronics reference ever. TAB Encyclopedia of Electronics for Technicians and Hobbyists How do you set up a satellite TV system in your home? What should you know before buying a VCR or camcorder? How does a fax machine work? You'll find the answers to these and hundreds of other questions inside this information-packed volume. It covers virtually every aspect of hobby and consumer electronics in language that is exceptionally clear, and offers just the right amount of detail while featuring an abundance of illustrations and real-world examples. It is, quite simply, the easiest-to-use and most complete popular electronics reference ever compiled. The articles inside are arranged alphabetically by topic. Should you wish to delve deeper into a particular subject, extensive cross-references will speed you to other related entries. Or you can consult the comprehensive index to locate all articles containing information about your topic of interest. The range of uses for the Encyclopedia is as broad as the field of electronics itself. For instance, it's the place to turn when you need: Clear explanations of how something works, and/or guidance on the right way to install it. Insider knowledge to help make your electronics purchasing decisions savvy ones. An invaluable learning aid for your students from the junior high school level on up through college, including non-electronics majors. Authoritative information to add to your enjoyment of ham radio, shortwave listening, and other electronics-related hobbies. An accessible method of building your electronics literacy--regardless of your background or training. Whether you're choosing a home security system or trying to fix your telephone. . .polishing your technical writing skills or obtaining your ham radio license. . .training for a career or just fiddling around for fun--you'll find just what you're looking for here.

About the Author

Stan Gibilisco is a professional technical writer who specializes in books on electronics and science topics. He is the author of The Encyclopedia of Electronics, The McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Personal Computing, and The Illustrated Dictionary of Electronics, as well as over 20 other technical books. His published works have won numerous awards. The Encyclopedia of Electronics was chosen a "Best Reference Book of the 1980s" by the American Library Association, which also named his McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Personal Computing a "Best Reference of 1996." Stan Gibilisco’s Web sites are http://www.sciencewriter.com and http://members.aol.com/stangib.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 964 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/TAB Electronics; 1 edition (December 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070241902
• ISBN-13: 978-0070241909
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.5 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,513,443 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Since he began writing full-time in 1981, Stan Gibilisco has become one of McGraw-Hill's most prolific technical authors. His reader-friendly writing style makes his science and mathematics books accessible to a global audience.

Stan's most popular works include "Physics Demystified," "Alternative Energy Demystified," "Statistics Demystified," "Calculus Know-It-All," and "Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics."

"Booklist" named Stan's "Encyclopedia of Electronics" as one of the best references of the 1980s, and cited his "Encyclopedia of Personal Computing" as one of the best references of 1996.

Stan maintains a Website at www.sciencewriter.net, where he has published explanations for chapter-ending quiz answers in some of his books. Follow the "Quiz Explanations" link.

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3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars This book is excellent for hobbyists., November 12, 1998

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This review is from: Tab Encyclopedia of Electronics for Technicians and Hobbyists (Hardcover)

This book is written in easy-to-understand language. It is one of the few encyclopedias I actually enjoyed reading. (There's even some humor.) It could use some more content about the Internet, and I'd like to see a few more illustrations in the next edition. I'm glad this book is not too mathematical.