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Audio Tests & Measurements - by Igor S Popovich (Paperback)

Audio Tests & Measurements - by  Igor S Popovich (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Learn how to measure various parameters of hi-fi and guitar amplifiers & preamps: gain, input sensitivity, output power, harmonic and IM distortion, S/N ratio, crosstalk, input & output impedance, damping factor, frequency range, internal AC & DC voltages and waveforms, phono stage equalization accuracy and much more.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><strong>The only practical audio tests & measurements manual in English language!</strong></p><p>Learn how electronic test instruments work and how to use them to measure AC & DC voltage, current, power, phase shift, resistance, capacitance, inductance, gain/attenuation, distortion, and other parameters of audio equipment.</p><p>The operational principles, features, capabilities and limitations of multimeters, LCR meters, oscilloscopes, function generators, spectrum analyzers, LCR bridges, power supplies, transistor & tube testers, and other types of instruments are explained in a simple and systematic way. Both modern and vintage instruments, analog and digital, are covered.</p><p>The application side of this unique manual is focused on how to measure various parameters of hi-fi and guitar amplifiers, preamplifiers and crossovers, such as power consumption, gain, input sensitivity, output power, harmonic and intermodulation distortion, signal-to-noise ratio, crosstalk, input and output impedance, damping factor, frequency range and amplitude characteristic, internal AC & DC voltages and waveforms, phono stage equalization accuracy and even some speaker measurements.</p><p>This one-of-a-kind, large format (A4 size) practical manual is richly and professionally illustrated with more than 130 photographs and 250 illustrations, measurement setups, circuit diagrams, graphs and tables.</p><p>Understanding test & measurement methods and the functionality of test instruments is a very useful skill. This book is a treasure-trove of practical information for DIY enthusiasts, amplifier builders and anyone who wants to learn how to test audio equipment. Instruments, test methods and principles are explained in a simple and straightforward way. The emphasis is not on theory, but on hands-on, practical applications.</p><p><strong>Who will benefit from this unique book?</strong></p> <ul> <li>DIY constructors and amplifier builders who want to test the audio gear they've built and check its performance</li> <li>audiophiles interested in the technical side of audio and the testing aspect of hi-fi equipment</li> <li>guitar players who like modifying, repairing or building their own amps and speaker boxes</li> <li>electricians, electrical or instrumentation technicians with interest in audio measurements</li> <li>electronic engineers and electrical engineering students</li> <li>collectors, buyers and sellers of vintage test instruments, who want to learn about their operating principles and features</li> </ul> <p><strong>CONTENTS (Chapter titles): </strong></p> <ul> <li>TEST INSTRUMENTS, ERRORS, LIMITATIONS & SAFETY ISSUES</li> <li>SIGNAL SOURCES, TRACERS, POWER SUPPLIES AND FILTERS</li> <li>MULTIMETERS - TYPES, OPERATING PRINCIPLES AND FUNCTIONS</li> <li>OSCILLOSCOPES - HOW THEY WORK & HOW TO USE THEM</li> <li>TESTING PASSIVE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS (RESISTORS, CAPACITORS & INDUCTORS)</li> <li>TESTING AUDIO AMPLIFIERS AND PREAMPLIFIERS</li> <li>DISTORTION MEASUREMENTS</li> <li>TRANSFORMER TESTS & MEASUREMENTS</li> <li>LOUDSPEAKER TESTS & MEASUREMENTS</li> <li>TRANSISTOR TESTERS AND CURVE TRACERS</li> <li>TESTING VACUUM TUBES (VALVES)</li> </ul>

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