How Electronic Things Work... And What to do When They Don't

1st Edition
0071429247 · 9780071429245
* The "Everypersons" guide to understanding and repairing common electronic devices--written for people who would ordinarily "call the shop" * Covers TVs, DVDs, CD-players, Audio tuners and receivers, speaker systems, radios, telephones, and FAXs, an… Read More
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Very Basic Electronics "101"

Chapter 2: Radio/Audio/Stereo/Speakers/Music Systems and Cassette Player Operations

Chapter 3: Audio/Video and CD Player Operation

Chapter 4: How Color TVs, Digital HDTV Receivers, and PC Monitors Work

Chapter 5: Flat Panel Monitor/Large Screen Projection Set and HDTV Digital TV System Operation

Chapter 6: Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) System Operation

Chapter 7: How Video Cameras and Camcorders Work

Chapter 8: Wired Telephones, Cordless Phones, Answering Machines, and Cellular Phone Systems

Chapter 9: How Remote-Control Systems Work

Chapter 10: Printers, Copiers, and Fax Machine Operations

Chapter 11: Digital Video Disc (DVD) System Operation

Chapter 12: General Electronics Service and Maintenance Information


* The "Everypersons" guide to understanding and repairing common electronic devices--written for people who would ordinarily "call the shop"


* Covers TVs, DVDs, CD-players, Audio tuners and receivers, speaker systems, radios, telephones, and FAXs, and more


* Includes "Electronics 101" for true beginners


* No technical background necessary--features easy-to-understand language and clear instructions


* New chapters on wireless cellular phones and DVD systems