The Superheterodyne Book - Antique Radio Servicing - CD

Up for auction in CD-ROM format is that classic hard-to-find booklet from Radcraft Publications entitled "The Superheterodyne Book – All About Superheterodynes – How They Work, How To Build and Service Them" by Clyde Fitch, 4th Edition, 1940, 68 pages.

This book was prepared to present in simple and clear terms as possible the theory, design and construction of Superheterodyne receivers.  The purpose is to give the reader a handy reference book and guide that will help him in his work, whether he is interested in servicing superheterodynes or plans to design and build them.  In any event, a thorough knowledge of the subject will be found the shortest and most sure route to successful receiver performance.

The superheterodyne has always been considered the supreme type of radio receiver.  It is more complex and versatile in its actions than other popular types of receivers, and for this reason, has always been found highly fascinating by those who have studied it.  However, a highly technical knowledge of all the various components of the supergheterodyne is not absolutely necessary for the practical man; therefore, only sufficient data of this nature to meet practical requirements are given.

The main bulk of the book treats with modern receivers of conventional design (as of 1940).  As many varieties as possible of these modern receivers are included so as to give the reader a breadth of vision and not hold him down to fixed rules.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Chapter 1 – Basic Principles of the Superheterodyne

Chapter 2 – Signal Frequency Amplifiers

Chapter 3 – Oscillators and Frequency Changers

Chapter 4 – Single Dial Tuning Systems

Chapter 5 – The Intermediate Amplifier

Chapter 6 – The Second Detector, Audio Amplifier and Power Supply

Chapter 7 – Practical Superheterodyne Construction

Chapter 8 – Commercial Superheterodyne Circuits

Chapter 9 – I.F. Transformer Design

Chapter 10 – Servicing Superheterodynes

The original book was scanned at a resolution of 300 dpi and converted into this digital file in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format.

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Antique Radio Repair & Servicing Course - M N Beitman

Up for auction in CD-ROM format is that classic hard-to-find book from M.N. Beitman entitled "Radio Servicing Course - Practical Radio Training for Home Study" (160 pages, date unknown but appears to be from the mid to late forties).

From the Preface:

This course is adaptable for the use of a beginner, but the subject matter goes beyond the elementary and will prove of aid to the professional serviceman who wishes to brush up on basic facts and modern service methods.  We have hundreds of letters from users of the earlier editions of this course, who have expressed their thanks for the aid given them by this course.  May your success in radio also improve through the study of this course.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introductory Preface

Lesson 1:  Introduction and Fundamental Facts

Review Questions

Lesson 2:  Elementary Electricity

Radio Symbols

Review Questions

Lesson 3:  Radio Batteries

Lesson 4:  Circuits - Magnetism - Electromagnetics

Numbers, Fractions, Decimals, Simple Formulas Explained As A Tool

Ohm's Law

Wattage or Electrical Power

Resistor Color Code

How to Tell What Resistor to Use

Magnetism

Electromagnetism

Electromagnetic Induction

Self Induction

Review Questions

Lesson 5:  Radio Frequency Inductances

Mutual Inductance

Coupling Coefficient

Antenna Coils

High-Impedance Primary

Low-Impedance Capacity Coupling

R.F. Coils

IF Transformers

Single-Tuned IF Transformers

Doule-Tuned IF Transformers

Triple-Tuned IF Transformers

Capacity Coupling in IF Transformers

Radio Coils

Review Questions

Lesson 6: Radio Capacitors

Fixed Condensers

Considerations of Electrolytic Condensers

Capacitor Color Code

Some Important Facts Concerning Condenser Replacement

Review Questions

Lesson 7:  Alternating Current Theory and Filters

Inductive Reactance

Capacitance Reactance

Filters

Tuned Circuits

Reactance and Resistance

Reactance and Resistance in Series

Handy Radio Formulae

Review Questions

Lesson 8:  Practical Aspects of Radio Servicing

Review Questions

Lesson 9:  Radio Tubes

Beam Power Tubes

Bias Detector

Transistor Theory

Germanium

Diode Action

Transistor Action

DC Stabilization

Transistor Bias Adjustment

Lesson 10:  Radio Frequency Amplification - Superheterodyne Principles

Selectivity

Sensitivity

Fidelity

Volume Control Replacement

The Superheterodyne Principle

Automatic Volume Controls

Review Questions

Lesson 11:  Power Supplies

Synchronous Vibrators

Review Questions

Lesson 12:  Meters, Multitesters, and Tube Testers

Lesson 13:  Vacuum Tube Voltmeters

Review Questions

Lesson 14:  Point-to-Point Servicing

Lesson 15:  Signal Generators and Signal Tracers

Signal Tracing Techniques

Review Questions

Lesson 16:  Using an Oscilloscope for Servicing

Review Questions

Lesson 17:  Alignment Information

Lesson 18:  Amplifiers, Public Address, and High Fidelity

Principles of Public Address Systems

Lesson 19:  Advantages of Inverse Feedback

Explanation of Inverse Feedback

Reduction of Distortion

Reduction of Plate Resistance

Electrodynamic & Magnetic Speakers

Loudspeaker Selection - Placement

Lesson 20:  Matching Speakers to the P.A.

Effect of Mismatching Speakers to Amplifier Output

Lesson 21:  Frequency Modulation

FM Antenna Fundamentals

FM Receiver Fundamentals

FM Receiver Alignment and Trouble Shooting

Lesson 22:  The Radio Servicing Business

Obtaining Radio Repair Jobs

The Question of Rates and Charges

With the knowledge and experience that you gain from this collection of lectures, it should be possible for you to pursue a rewarding and satisfying hobby in antique radio restoration.

The original 160 page book was scanned at a resolution of 300 dpi and converted into this digital book in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format.

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Beitman Advanced Servicing {Antique Radio} Manual on CD

Lectures Include:

:: Lecture 1: Radio Servicing Basic Problem

:: Lecture 2: Setting Up A Successful Radio Repair Business

:: Lecture 3: Obtaining Radio Repair Jobs

:: Lecture 4: The Question of Rates and Charges

:: Lecture 5: Visual and Aural Examination

:: Lecture 6: Meters and Associated Networks

:: Lecture 7: Vacuum Tube Voltmeters

:: Lecture 8: Voltage Point-to-Point Servicing

:: Lecture 9: Resistance Point-to-Point Servicing

:: Lecture 10: Finding Faults in Tubes

:: Lecture 11: When to Take Current Readings

:: Lecture 12: Signal Generator as a Service Instrument

:: Lecture 13: Using an Oscilloscope for Servicing

:: Lecture 14: Signal Tracing Technique

:: Lecture 15: Simplified Signal Tracers

:: Lecture 16: Advanced Test Equipment

:: Lecture 17: Audio Voltage Amplifiers

:: Lecture 18: Audio Power Amplifiers

:: Lecture 19: Audio Corrective Circuits

:: Lecture 20: Phase Inverters

:: Lecture 21: A Few Words About Impedance

:: Lecture 22: Loud-Speakers, Output Transformers, and Baffles

:: Lecture 23: Detectors

:: Lecture 24: Tuned Circuits

:: Lecture 25: Radio Frequency and I.F. Amplifiers

:: Lecture 26: Superheterodyne Frequency Converters

:: Lecture 27: Alignment Information

:: Lecture 28: Radio Receiver Power Supplies

:: Lecture 29: Some Television Facts Not Clearly Understood

:: Lecture 30: Frequency Modulation Facts for Servicemen

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