Materials Needed for Analogue Communications

[bumclouds]

Hey guys,

I'm a second year Electronics Engineering undergrad student and this semester I'm studying a subject called Communications Engineering 1, which is basically an introduction to Digital and Analogue Communications.

I'm really stuck so far on the Analogue stuff because our lecture notes are really tough and hard to understand! I'm trying really hard but I need a "stepping stone" or something that gives me a general understanding of what's going on before I get into the maths.

So, what I'm seeking is a book which will help me get a basic understanding before I move onto more in-depth notes.


I'm looking for information on topics such as:

> Multiplexing
> AM, FM, PWM
> Angle Modulation
> Demodulating
> Sampling

etc.



Thanks guys!

 

[berkeman]

I like Stremler's "Introduction to Communication Systems". I also very much like Williams' "Designing Digital Filters" -- it has some good background and motivation for both analog and digital fiilters, and discusses signal theory in a helpful and intuitive way.

The wikipedia.org article on modulation is also pretty helpful.

 

[oswaler]

I can understand your struggle with the difficult lecture notes and I applaud your determination to seek out additional resources to improve your understanding of Analogue Communications. To start, I recommend looking for a textbook or online resources specifically focused on Analogue Communications. These materials will provide a more comprehensive and detailed explanation of the topics you mentioned, such as multiplexing, AM, FM, PWM, angle modulation, demodulation, and sampling. Additionally, reaching out to your professor or teaching assistant for clarification and further explanation can also be beneficial. Don't be afraid to ask questions and seek help when needed. Good luck with your studies!