Download or read book Vintage Radios Collecting Servicing Restoring written by Tony Thompson Bsc and published by Vrw Publications. This book was released on 2015-04-02 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For many people born in the second half of the twentieth century and brought up in the age of the transistor and microchip, valve radio is a mystery - assuming they have even heard of it. In truth, for too long a time the great technical achievements of the era of the electronic valve was allowed to slip into the past, unnoticed and unloved except by a comparatively few devotees. Now, things are changing for the better and an ever-widening appreciation of the remarkable skill and artistry that went into the creation of the life and society-changing technological marvels of radio communication is coming about. Vintage radio receivers housed in often magnificent wooden and Bakelite Deco cabinets have passed their 'fallow' period and, no longer in decline are becoming sought after in much the same way as steam power, both locomotive and static and vintage cars have become revaluated and even revered. Topics include the concise history of radio, the development from scientific instrument to household essential, the influence of Art Deco, streamlining and the modern versus the traditional. What valves are and how they work. What to buy, and what not to? How vintage radios work, how to trace faults, repair and restore, with many practical examples of chassis and cabinet restoration and a section devoted to test items the reader can build at a minimal cost. Also included is a glossary of radio terms, suggestions for further reading and details and web addresses of suppliers of radio-related components and materials. This is a fully revised and greatly expanded version of the original book.
Download or read book Restoring Valve Radios written by Tony Thompson and published by . This book was released on 2003 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Old Time Radios Restoration and Repair written by Joseph J. Carr and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 1990-11-22 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A presentation of the history, theory and practical operation of old-time, home, auto, amateur, shortwave and CB radio sets which provides the detailed instructions and schematics required to repair or rebuild them. A troubleshooting section is included, with charts and pin-out diagrams.
Download or read book Vintage Valve Radios written by Tony Thompson Bsc and published by Vrw Publications. This book was released on 2015-01-19 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: About this book Valve radio may belong to yesterday but it remains a work of genius. This book explains how valve radios work and how to restore them. Written by an established author in the field, it is packed with essential information for the practical restorer, regardless of experience, starting from basic principles and progressing in easy stages through to full chassis and cabinet restoration. Theory starts from the atom, through electron flow (conduction) and on to cover the functions of basic components - resistors, capacitors, inductors, transformers, diode, triode, tetrode, pentode and multiple valves. Radio transmission is briefly discussed before sub-circuits are described, from mixer/oscillators through to output stages. Example sets suitable for the improving restorer are described, then fault-finding and full electronic restoration techniques are thoroughly explained, together with an arrowed and numbered exemplar circuit diagram. The repair and restoration of all types of cabinet plus an appendix packed with useful data and information brings the book to the glossary and index. Even before the very start of public broadcasting in the early 1920s, valves - vacuum tubes - were essential, first to the development and then to the rapid advancement of radio and television. By the 1930s, superbly made Art Deco-inspired cabinets housed complex and sophisticated chassis populated with valves. For 50 years or thereabouts, valves - vacuum tubes - remained the bedrock upon which the technology of electronics -radio, television, audio, recorded sound, telecommunications - was built. Vintage radios are often attractive and elegant objects in themselves, well worthy of collection - but they are far from typical antiques; once restored they come to life. Their glowing scales and the warm, full sound of their valves is a revelation to those who experience it for the first time. About the author Since the age of twelve, Tony Thompson BSc., Cert. Ed. has held a lifelong interest in valve radio technology. As a boy he built radios and amplifiers. He qualified as a radio and television engineer and worked in educational television programme production. He opened his own TV, Hi-Fi and video servicing business and was for many years the Head of the Faculty of Design, Technology and Art in a Yorkshire secondary school. Widely skilled, his personal specialism was Electronics and his educational textbook on the subject was well regarded. Now retired from teaching, he has written several books on the general subject of vintage radio and is a regular contributor to vintage magazines.
Download or read book Valve Radio and Audio Repair Handbook written by CHAS MILLER and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2000-04-10 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Valve Radio and Audio Repair Handbook is not only an essential read for every professional working with antique radio and gramophone equipment, but also dealers, collectors and valve technology enthusiasts the world over. The emphasis is firmly on the practicalities of repairing and restoring, so technical content is kept to a minimum, and always explained in a way that can be followed by readers with no background in electronics. Those who have a good grounding in electronics, but wish to learn more about the practical aspects, will benefit from the emphasis given to hands-on repair work, covering mechanical as well as electrical aspects of servicing. Repair techniques are also illustrated throughout. This book is an expanded and updated version of Chas Miller's classic Practical Handbook of Valve Radio Repair. Full coverage of valve amplifiers will add to its appeal to all audio enthusiasts who appreciate the sound quality of valve equipment. A practical manual for collectors, owners, dealers and service engineers Essential information for all radio and audio enthusiasts Valve technology is a hot topic
Download or read book Antique Radio Restoration Guide written by David Johnson and published by Krause Publications. This book was released on 1992 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This excellent book focuses on restoring repairing, and refinishing those charming radios of the past. Discover basic, easy-to-follow techniques for repairing circuitry, troubleshooting, and cleaning up those radio treasures.
Download or read book Valve Radio and Audio Repair Handbook written by CHAS MILLER and published by Newnes. This book was released on 2000-06-05 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Valve Radio and Audio Repair Handbook is not only an essential read for every professional working with antique radio and gramophone equipment, but also dealers, collectors and valve technology enthusiasts the world over. The emphasis is firmly on the practicalities of repairing and restoring, so technical content is kept to a minimum, and always explained in a way that can be followed by readers with no background in electronics. Those who have a good grounding in electronics, but wish to learn more about the practical aspects, will benefit from the emphasis given to hands-on repair work, covering mechanical as well as electrical aspects of servicing. Repair techniques are also illustrated throughout. This book is an expanded and updated version of Chas Miller's classic Practical Handbook of Valve Radio Repair. Full coverage of valve amplifiers will add to its appeal to all audio enthusiasts who appreciate the sound quality of valve equipment. A practical manual for collectors, owners, dealers and service engineers Essential information for all radio and audio enthusiasts Valve technology is a hot topic
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Download or read book Vintage Valve Radios written by Tony Thompson and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Valve Radios written by Tony Thompson and published by Vrw Publications. This book was released on 2018-03-14 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Packed with information of a directly useful and understandable form, this book is the product of many years of experience. Detailed and specific component and valve faults are identified and restoration methods described. Coverage also includes safety, tools and equipment, example restorations, cabinet and case restoration and faultfinding guidance to help the restorer, new to valve technology or not, to locate and correct the causes of problems whether electronic, mechanical or structural. This is a book based entirely upon practical restoration and is not a theory text but where it is inevitable that there are technical terms used, the glossary is there to clarify. An assumption is made that readers will possess at least some basic practical knowledge of electronics, though not necessarily of valve technology.
Download or read book Electronic Classics written by Andrew Emmerson and published by Newnes. This book was released on 1998-09-14 with total page 425 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vintage Radio, Television and Hi-Fi are highly popular 'modern antiques' - and offer the added challenge for restorers of the repair of classic valve-based circuits. This highly readable book encompasses all aspects of buying, collecting, restoring, repairing, sourcing parts, professional services, clubs and societies, etc. Covering the technical side as well as collecting, this book offers the most comprehensive coverage available. The first half of the book deals primarily with technical aspects of restoration, what components are needed and where they can be found. The second half of the book provides a wealth of useful information: names and addresses of clubs and societies, auctions and antique fairs; a professional services directory; how to get hold of service data. Armed with this book the enthusiast will be able to tackle the restoration of a vintage machine with confidence. A highly popular type of 'modern antique' Covers technical aspects of classic valve-based circuitry The most complete work for vintage audio and TV enthusiasts, dealers and repairers
Download or read book Old Time Radios written by Joseph J. Carr and published by Echo Point Books & Media. This book was released on 2017-08-03 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Golden Age of Radio may be long over, but the classic design of old time radios will never go out of style. Keep your vintage radio looking and sounding like the bee's knees with this informative guide from electrical engineer and author Joseph J. Carr. Topics include: History An illuminating overview of the pioneers of radio receiver design Trace the evolution of radio receivers over the decades Set your dial for the life story of the radio - from the living room to the car; from the shortwave to the citizen's band Theory Get in tune with the science of radio receivers Discover the ancient technology behind antique and classic radios Practical Repair Guides Troubleshoot problems with your vintage radio Consult detailed schematics, charts, and pin-out diagrams
Download or read book How to Repair Old time Radios written by Clayton L. Hallmark and published by TAB/Electronics. This book was released on 1979-01-01 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book How to Repair Old time Radios written by Clayton L. Hallmark and published by TAB/Electronics. This book was released on 1979 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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