One Good Reference Book?
 

Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Thanx,
Bob

Boy are you a ****-head...


"Kevin Souter" wrote in message
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On 12 Dec 2003 06:42:37 -0500, Bob wrote:

Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Thanx,
Bob

This book changed my life. It can change yours too. Tell me how you like
it.

http://www.adlbooks.com/DISPLAYDETAI...sbn=1560234407

"Bob" wrote:

Can anyone please recommend one reasonably
current good book for a novice to learn more
about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some
basic antenna discussion, maybe some coverage
of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf
reference.


Try ARRL's "Now You're Talking" at Radio Shack, Bob. This is the study
guide for the "Technician" Amateur Radio license, but the information easily
applies to radio in general. The book covers each of the things you
mentioned above, plus a lot more. If you want even more than that, get all
three Amateur Radio license study guides (Tech, General, and Extra).


Dwight Stewart (W5NET)

http://www.qsl.net/w5net/

Bob;
While your at Radio Shack, take a look at "Police Call". The
first section is a basic explanation of VHF- UHF and Trunking
two-way radio. Its a nice supplement to ham radio books
and you will get a frequency guide for your area of the
country. Left over" 2003 Police Call's may be on clearance!
Jim

Bob wrote:

Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Thanx,
Bob

A copy of the Radio Amateur Handbook meets your stated requirements.


"Bob" wrote in message
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Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Thanx,
Bob

Radio Monitoring - The How-To Guide by T.J. "Skip" Arey WB2GHA

"The complete "hands on" guide to the magic, action-packed world of radio
communications, including mediumwave, shortwave, VHF/UHF scanning, and much
more"


I liked this books there is tons of useful information presented in a
fashion that does not make the reader think they are idiots!


"Bob" wrote in message
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Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Thanx,
Bob

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Can anyone please recommend one reasonably current good book for a novice
to learn more about the radio hobby in general?

For instance, a little radio frequency theory, some basic antenna
discussion, maybe some coverage of amateur bands, etc.

Something technical enough to be a good shelf reference.

Judging from the replies, there doesn't seem to be any one book that
suits your needs, except possibly the Skip Arey book. So let me
supplement the list with some additional recommendations:

1) If you're interested in shortwave listening, you will want to at
least have a copy of "Passport to World Band Radio." You can get it
just about anywhere, or visit www.passband.com to order it direct from
the publisher. It's got detailed information about broadcasters,
schedules and contact information, plus an excellent overall
introduction to the SWL hobby and reviews of a wide range of various
types of SW receivers. It comes out each year, so I pick up a new one
every time it comes out.

2) Get a subscription to Monitoring Times ("MT") magazine, also Popular
Communications ("PopComm"). Both are monthly publications. MT is
heavier on shortwave but covers a lot of different radio monitoring
subjects. PopComm is a bit more slanted towards scanning and personal
communications other than ham radio -- probably because PopComm is
published by the same folks that put out "CQ Amateur Radio," an all-ham
magazine. ;-)

3) If you decide to go further into ham radio, then CQ Magazine is a
good one to get. It covers more operating than it does the technical
aspects. Another -- and arguably the best -- ham magazine is QST, which
is available only either over the counter or as part of a membership in
the American Radio Relay League (ARRL). If you get into ham radio, get
an ARRL membership. Visit www.arrl.org for further information.

And whatever your choice in radio interests, please visit the ASWLC and
SCADS groups on Yahoo! Groups. See my sig for the URLs. We'll be glad
to have you aboard, and the online membership is free!

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-- //Steve//

Steve Silverwood, KB6OJS
Fountain Valley, CA
Email:

Please visit the following sites:

American Shortwave Listening Club (ASWLC)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/aswlc

Southern California Area DXers
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/scads