The Most Complete, Current Guide to Troubleshooting and Repairing Electrical and Electronic Devices
"If it's electronic, and there is troubleshooting to be done, then this is the book to reach for!" --Dr. Simon Monk, bestselling author of 30 Arduino Projects for the Evil Genius and Hacking Electronics: An Illustrated DIY Guide for Makers and Hobbyists
"…an outstanding book on electronic troubleshooting with clear, concise, and concrete examples that anyone can relate to." --James Karagiannes, Ph.D. Physics, Associate Dean of Engineering and Information Sciences, DeVry University, Chicago
Fully updated for the latest technologies, devices, test instruments, and problem-solving methods, the new edition of this practical resource provides you with the comprehensive information you need to troubleshoot today's electrical and electronic equipment. Inside you'll find new and enhanced coverage of:
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Wireless communications
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Embedded microprocessor systems
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Cutting-edge medical diagnostic equipment
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Advanced networking technologies
The book uniquely blends traditional electrical theory and components with modern networking and electronic technology. Chapter-ending questions and problems test your understanding of the topics discussed. Filled with tables, charts, illustrations, graphs, and flowcharts, this is a must-have manual for anyone who works with electronics--at home or on the job.
Electronic Troubleshooting, Fourth Edition, covers:
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Electric motors and generators
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Industrial controls
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Residential, commercial, and wireless communications
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Radio and television
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Digital circuits
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Combinational and sequential digital circuits
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Microprocessor-based systems
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Biomedical equipment
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Computer networking and network drives
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Embedded microprocessor systems
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Trademarks
Chapter 1 : Principles of Troubleshooting
Chapter 2 : Electronic Test Instruments
Chapter 3 : Troubleshooting Electric Motors and Generators
Chapter 4 : Troubleshooting Industrial Controls
Chapter 5 : Troubleshooting Residential, Commercial, and Wireless Communication Systems
Chapter 6 : Troubleshooting Radio and Television
Chapter 7 : Troubleshooting Digital Circuits
Chapter 8 : Troubleshooting Combinational and Sequential Digital Circuits
Chapter 9 : Troubleshooting Microprocessor-Based Systems
Chapter 10 : Troubleshooting Biomedical Equipment
Chapter 11 : Computer Networking and Network Devices
Chapter 12 : Troubleshooting Embedded Microprocessor Systems
Appendix A : Motor Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix B : Motor Control Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix C : Radio and Stereo Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix D : DVD Player Troubleshooting
Appendix E : Antenna Television Troubleshooting
Appendix F : Generator Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix G : General Troubleshooting Guide
Appendix H : Testing Ultracapacitors Guide
Appendix I : Troubleshooting Acronyms
Appendix J : Using Router Commands for Troubleshooting
Appendix K : Using Switch Commands for Troubleshooting
Appendix L : Troubleshooting Function Keys
Answers to Self-Examinations
Index
