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Understanding Basic Electronics – A Step-by-Step Guide to Electricity, Electronics, and Simple Circuits

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Introduces basic electronics, discussing analog and digital electronic circuits, Ohm's Law, and resonant circuits. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio®; 2nd edition (April 1, 2010)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 387 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0872590828


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 23


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.82 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 0.75 x 10.5 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #18,679 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #4 in Radio Operation #7 in Radio Communications #1,336 in Reference (Books)


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    • Easily understood text, easy on the math.
This is an interesting book, as it covers a broad amount of subject matter. I struggled with the organization a bit, as Unit 1 - Introduction, seemed to cross into specifics, and some of the other sections seemed to be just introductory. Also, it seems to present some concepts in more depth than related topics. For example, capacitive and inductive reactive responses to frequency are presented, but passive filters are barely touched if at all, while resonant circuits are discussed in more detail. This may be due the importance of resonant circuits in Amateur Radio. In all, I find the depth on par for an introductory text but the breadth of topics inconsistent. As I read more, I found many of the explanations well thought out and easy to absorb. There seems to be some hidden gems of knowledge that aren't represented in the table of contents, which is great, but points to an organization issue. I like this book a lot. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2017 by Amazon Customer
    • EE 101
This book is targeting readers who are new to electronics. The content is very basic and the language is kept simple - about on the same level with what is taught in some high schools. Math is simple and also very well explained. Any concepts discussed in the book are explained from ground up. You are not just presented with how something works but the author helps you discover it yourself from the very foundation throughout the book why things work as they do. The book starts to explain conductors and insulators and what current and voltage really means. Next resistors are discussed with Kirchoff's and Ohm's laws. Once this foundation is built, the book moves on to explore the difference between DC and AC and how to calculate impedances with capacitors and inductors before the book starts to dive into semiconductors. The common semiconductors such as diodes, bipolar transistors, and different FETs are explained. The last chapters talk about linear (analog) and digital integrated circuits. The appendix has some valuable information about thermionic (vacuum) tubes which are still found today in high powered radio transmitters. The book is an easy read and helps the newbie to understand the basics of electronics. The book teaches more than you need for the Technician or General exam but less than what is required for the Extra. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2010 by Stefan Brunner
    • good supplemental background info for an "appliance operator" type ham radio op like me
Understanding Basic Electronics (ARRL): I'm a fairly proficient "appliance-operator" type Advanced Class amateur radio operator. But it doesn't hurt to be exposed to additional theory beyond what's in the multiple choice license exams. This book does a good job as I can easily see how the topics relate to my radio operating. And it keeps me from feeling like a clueless noob in discussions with other hams, many of whom are degreed electronics professionals. Very recommended for those who are truly interested in the subject matter. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2022 by OLdweeb
    • Finally something I can digest
If you're just getting started with electronics as a hobby, I recommend this book as your introduction. This book was very well thought out in it's presentation, unlike other books I've purchased, or free courses I sought out online to supplement the books that left me feeling like I'm missing something. This book is very easy to read, has many diagrams, explains things very thoroughly, and provides points that help you integrate what you're learning with real world examples. At times it seems a bit repetitive, but I very much appreciate the fact that the repetition of some points confirms that I understood the point when it was mentioned earlier, and helps me avoid having to go back and reference the previous point. Each section in each chapter builds upon the points previously provided. I've only had this book for 2-3 days and I'm almost practically half way through the book, and excited that I'm finally integrating these concepts together, instead of having floating concepts that I learned from previous books that are missing some understanding that I've needed to move forward and continue learning. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2013 by Jason C. Miller
    • excellent introdution.
I leaned a bit of electronics studying for the ham radio license tests. I bought this book afterward to fill the gaps that the license manual did not have time to cover. Understanding Basic Electronics covers only the basics. It focuses on helping the reader to learn the math that is needed for calculation of circuits. It is easy to follow and moves slower than the license manuals giving more detail to help aid in understanding the subject. If i would not have had the introduction that i had into electronics I know i could have easily understood what was learned in this book. It explains the calculations very well and all of the math principles that were in it i learned in my pre algebra class. I would definitely recommend this book to anyone struggling with the math in the Technician or General ham radio exams. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2013 by G. Gracik
    • Good information.
Very clear, important lessons throughtout the book. It is the basics of electronics. It includes a lot of math.
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2022 by Carlos
    • I wish I had this book 35 years ago....
I purchased "Understanding Basic Electronics" due to a renewed interest in electronics as a hobby. The book is written in a very straight forward easy to read format, and does an excellent job in explaining the basics of electronic circuits. It is extremely well suited to the beginner, and is an wonderful refresher for anyone who was a hobbyist in the past. As for the title of my review - I really wish this book came out 35 years ago, while I didn't realize it at first, the author was one of my electronics teachers in college many (many....) years ago. If this book were available back then, I probably would have been a much better student in his class. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2015 by avflinsch
    • Good book but if you have any kind of toe ...
Good book but if you have any kind of toe hold on the subject it will be very redundant. IT is however very detailed and explains everything so that the average 3yo could understand it. Over all it is a good book and if you have an interest, particularly if you have little to no knowledge to start with, I would recommend it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2017 by Gunslinger

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