Practical radio frequency test and measurement : a technician's handbook /
Joseph J. Carr.
- ix, 348 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 341-342) and index.
Preface -- Introduction to Radio Frequency Electronics and Measurement Theory -- Small Components Used in Radio Frequency Test and Measurement -- Smith Charting the Radio Frequency Circuit -- Signal Sources and Signal Generators -- Spectrum and Network Analyzers -- Radio Frequency Power Measurements -- Measuring Frequency and Period -- Radio Receivers and Their Measurements -- Radio Transmitter Measurements -- Amplifier Measurements -- Antenna Gain and Pattern Measurements -- Antenna and Transmission Line Measurements -- Measuring Inductors and Capacitors at Rf Frequencies -- Time-Domain Reflectometry -- Bibliography -- Index. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
"The book will teach readers the basics of performing the tests and measurements used in radio-frequency systems installation, proof of performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting.; Practical Radio Frequency Test and Measurement teaches readers the basics of performing the tests and measurements used in radio-frequency systems installation, proof of performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Anyone interested in gaining more practical proficiency with RF, whether engineer, technician, amateur radio buff, or hobbyist, needs a copy of this book. Joseph J. Carr, himself an accomplished practitioner in this field, examines the instruments used in the various types of measurement before moving on to specific measurement methods.Carr includes information on basic theories of RF measurement, as well as test equipment, test set-ups, test and measurement procedures, and interpretation of results.Provides immediate applications for anyone who works in or is interested in RF technologySuitable for beginners, intermediate-level users, and advanced usersWritten by a prolific expert in the RF field"--Publisher description.