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Summary: Table of Contents
Review: 1. Introduction to PLLs 2. The Linear PLL (LPLL) 3. The Classical Digital PLL (DPLL) 4. The All-Digital PLL (ADPLL) 5. The Software PLL (SPLL) 6. The PLL in Communications 7. State of the Art of Commercial PLL Integrated Circuits 8. Measuring PLL ParametersAppendices A. The Pull-in Process B. The Laplace Transform C. Digital Filter Basics
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Summary: Howard Sams level presentation
Review: Even though the title says professional engineering, the presentation is at the Howard W. Sams hobbyist book level. There is nothing wrong with this, but be aware that this is a hobby book and not a university level text book. Having said that, this book is very good for people who are more interested in getting results with simple PLL ICs and not in understanding what they are doing. It gives step by step procedures and has CAD programs that do all of the thinking for the operator.
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Summary: Howard Sams level presentation
Review: Even though the title says professional engineering, the presentation is at the Howard W. Sams hobbyist book level. There is nothing wrong with this, but be aware that this is a hobby book and not a university level text book. Having said that, this book is very good for people who are more interested in getting results with simple PLL ICs and not in understanding what they are doing. It gives step by step procedures and has CAD programs that do all of the thinking for the operator.
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Summary: Information that can be put to use
Review: I had to write a software simulation of a PLL, and I didn't know much at all about PLLs. Someone recommended this book to me. From it I learned what I needed, and successfully simulated a PLL in Mathcad to prove that I'd understood the design formulae, and then implemented it in software.
I really appreciated that the important stuff was in the text, unlike some books that leave the interesting cases to be solved by the reader.
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Summary: Back Cover Copy
Review: The Leader in PLL Design - Now Fully Updated * Understand both theory and application for all types of PLL design * Solve problems in communications, frequency synthesis, motor speed control, and more * Create sophisticated designs in amateur radio, citizens' band, and satellite communications * Learn from over 150 concept-clarifying illustraions and examples * Test your designs with simulation software * The design and application of phase-locked loops is one of the most sophisticated - and significant - aspects of modern electronics. For many years, Phase-Locked Loops had been the standard reference for those who create and apply the vital components that lock in frequencies used for an ever-lengthening list of applications. Now this new edition goes a step beyond, becoming the first and only book on PLLs to include simulation software and to bring you the newest information on digital and integrated circuit design. Written by world-renowned authority Roland E. Best, Phase-Locked Loops remains the most-used PLL resource on circuit designers' desks around the world. Open it up, and see for yourself. New to this edition: * New Communications Applications * Simulation Software on CD-ROM * Updates on Digital PLLs * More on PLL Integrated Circuits *
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Summary: Good for learning hardware/software implementation
Review: This book does not provide much depth on PLL theory, but it is good for practicing engineers. It has good sections on digital and DSP designs for impementing PLL's. The sections on PLL theory is very rudimentary, and unless you already have studied PLL theory, you will be disappointed b these sections. That being said, the book is worth the investment if you need inspiration for implementing a PLL.
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Summary: Good for learning hardware/software implementation
Review: This book does not provide much depth on PLL theory, but it is good for practicing engineers. It has good sections on digital and DSP designs for impementing PLL's. The sections on PLL theory is very rudimentary, and unless you already have studied PLL theory, you will be disappointed b these sections. That being said, the book is worth the investment if you need inspiration for implementing a PLL.
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Summary: A good introductory book for PLL beginner
Review: This book is a good PLL primer. There is no complex mathematics that makes you dizzy. In addition, you can truly gain much insight from the attached PLL software developed by the author. You can see how PLL parameter affects the performance with step-by-step practice at the end of every chapter. As an engineer who wants to understand PLL, this book is a good choice.
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Summary: Excelent book
Review: This is a well written book and is the perfect source if you need to understand and design a PLL. If you are designing an analog PLL, Digital PLL or software PLL this book has what you need. The CD rom that comes with the book provides a quick and easy way to get started, design the PLL and simulate its operation. Many authors tend fill their books with formulas and obscure references and convey very little understanding. Authors that possess both an understanding of a subject and an ability to communicate well can make the subject both easy and enjoyable to learn. Best is such and author. I would recommend this book to anyone who either wants to learn about PLLs for the first time or enhance his understanding.
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