How Electronic Things Work... And What to do When They Don't (TAB Electronics)

How Electronic Things Work... And What to do When They Don't (TAB Electronics)

by RobertL.Goodman (Author)

Synopsis

Electronic equipment 'on the blink'? Don't junk it or pay sky-high repair costs - fix it yourself! Here's a guide to understanding and repairing electronics equipment written for people who would ordinarily 'call the shop'. With this fully illustrated, simple-to-use guide, you will get a grasp of the workings of the electronics world that surrounds you - and even learn to make your own repairs. And you may even start enjoying it! Whether you want to pocket the savings on repair bills, give your beloved equipment the best possible care, or merely understand how it all works, this book will show you how in easy-to-understand language and clear illustrations - and you don't need any technical experience. Written by a technician who has fixed virtually everything that plugs into a wall, this handy do-it-yourself introduction to home and office repair delivers: clear explanations of how things work, written in everyday language; easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions on using test equipment to diagnose problems; guidelines to help you decide for or against professional repair; tips on protecting your beloved equipment from lightning and other electrical damage; and, lubrication and maintenance suggestions. This is an 'Electronics 101' for true beginners. Next time your equipment acts up, don't get mad. Get it working - with a little help from this book. This book features how to understand (and fix): color TVs, DVDs, wireless cellular phones and PDAs, radios, speaker systems, audio/video tuners, CD players, monitors, camcorders, copiers, and fax machines.

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More Information

Format: Illustrated
Pages: 426
Edition: 2
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education TAB
Published: 16 Nov 2002

ISBN 10: 0071387455
ISBN 13: 9780071387453

Media Reviews
This second-edition begins with an overview of basic electronic components, common component failures, testing equipment and testing methods. The following ten chapters each focus on a particular device class, with an explanation of the basic functioning of the device followed by some cleaning, troubleshooting and repair information. The final chapter covers general-purpose troubleshooting. While not comprehensive, this resource is valuable for beginners. Library Journal 20040201 by James K. Deane, Library Assistant at the Emporia Public Library, Kansas An introductory overview of basic electronic components, common component failures, and testing equipment and methods is followed by ten chapters that focus on ten particular device classes, with an explanation of the basic functioning of the device along with some cleaning, maintenance, and repair information. The final chapter covers general-purpose troubleshooting. While not comprehensive, this is valuable for novices. Library Journal 20040201 This update of the 1998 edition explains the practical side of electronics--troubleshooting problems, testing, repair, and servicing. Although the reader may not learn all the basics of electronics here, there is certainly a lot to be learned about resolving typical problems with common household items. Library Journal 20021101
Author Bio
Robert L. Goodman is one of our nation's most popular and esteemed electronics writers. The author of over 60 books on practical electronics, he wrote his first color TV service manual for TAB Electronics in 1968. A working electronics technician with more than 40 years of experience troubleshooting and repairing virtually every piece of electronics equipment on the market, Bob resides in Hot Springs, Arkansas. A number of his books have been translated into foreign languages, including Chinese, are are international bestsellers.