TY - BOOK AU - Rutledge,David B. TI - The electronics of radio SN - 9780521646451 U1 - 621.384 RUT PY - 1999/// CY - New York PB - Cambridge University Press KW - Radio circuits KW - Design and construction KW - Radio KW - Transmitter-receivers KW - Electronics N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index N2 - "This book provides an introduction to analog electronics by analyzing the design and construction of a radio transceiver. Essential theoretical background is given at each step, along with carefully designed laboratory and homework exercises. This structured approach ensures a good grasp of basic electronics as well as an excellent foundation in wireless communications systems." "It can be used as a textbook for introductory analog electronics courses, or for more advanced undergraduate classes on radio-frequency electronics. It will also be of interest to electronics hobbyists, radio enthusiasts, and to anyone who wants to find out more about the field of wireless communications."--Jacket ER -