The ARRL Handbook for Radio Communications
(2008 edition)

The 2008 ARRL Handbook for Radio Communications uniquely serves both amateur experimenters and industry practitioners, emphasizing connections between basic theory and application. The ARRL Handbook is simply the standard in applied electronics and communications. This 85th edition is both a useful introduction to radio communication and a source for answers to questions about every aspect of the state-of-the-art. Topics include Amateur Radio licensing requirements and operating activities, fundamental and advanced electronics and communications concepts, radio propagation and antenna theory, practical projects, repair techniques, references and much more. The Handbook includes descriptions for new and emerging wireless technologies involving digital signal processing (DSP) innovations, and radio applications utilizing software and the Internet. The book is filled with valuable references, practical examples and projects. The CD-ROM at the back of the book includes all of the fully searchable text and illustrations in the printed book, as well as companion software, PC board templates and other support files.

Revisions to the 2008 Handbook include:
♦  New filter theory and design examples, including a HF/6 meter high-power low-pass filter project.
♦  Revised and expanded RF safety content—including new insights into RF safety regulations and research.
♦  New Projects:
       •  MKII updated universal QRP transmitter.
       •  MicroR2 receiver and MicroT2 transmitter.
       •  ID-O-Matic—10-minute ID timer for individual, repeater or beacon control.
       •  Simple computer-to-transceiver serial port interface and USB interface.
       •  Keying adapter to interface vintage radios with modern gear (CW keying or amplifier TR keying).
♦  and more!

The softcover edition of the Handbook sells for $44.95; the hardcover sells for $59.95. As an early bird bonus, the ARRL Software Library for Hams CD-ROM, v 2.0, will be included with each Handbook ordered before October 31, 2007; this is a $20 value. The CD includes quick access to utilities, applications, and information; software for contesting, digital voice, HF digital (PSK31, MFSK16, MT63, and RTTY), meteor scatter and moonbounce, book excerpts and more, as well as programs for APRS, Winlink 2000, packet radio and satellite tracking. Both editions will be available in early October.

Part #: TRAH08
Regular Price: $44.95
Special RF Parts Price: Soft cover $42.95

- Includes the fully searchable book on CD-ROM, version 12.0
- Includes "Software Library for Hams" CD-ROM, version 2.0 (while supplies last)