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A First Course in Digital Communications

A First Course in Digital Communications

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Ha H. Nguyen, Ed Shwedyk
Cambridge University Press, 5/28/2009
EAN 9780521876131, ISBN10: 0521876133

Hardcover, 562 pages, 25.2 x 19.5 x 3 cm
Language: English

Communication technology has become pervasive in the modern world, and ever more complex. Focusing on the most basic ideas, this carefully paced, logically structured textbook is packed with insights and illustrative examples, making this an ideal introduction to modern digital communication. Examples with step-by-step solutions help with the assimilation of theoretical ideas, and MATLAB exercises develop confidence in applying mathematical concepts to real-world problems. Right from the start the authors use the signal space approach to give students an intuitive feel for the modulation/demodulation process. After a review of signals and random processes, they describe core topics and techniques such as source coding, baseband transmission, modulation, and synchronization. The book closes with coverage of advanced topics such as trellis-coding, CMDA, and space-time codes to stimulate further study. This is an ideal textbook for anyone who wants to learn about modern digital communication.

Preface
Acknowledgements
1. Introduction
2. Deterministic signal characterization and analysis
3. Probability theory, random variables and random processes
4. Sampling and quantization
5. Optimum receiver for binary data transmission
6. Baseband data transmission
7. Basic digital passband modulation
8. M-ary signaling techniques
9. Signaling over bandlimited channels
10. Signaling over fading channels
11. Advanced modulation techniques
12. Synchronization
Index.

'The use of a step-by-step approach to the design of signal transmission and reception techniques with the aid of examples, illustrations, and problem solving linked to practical systems is very useful.' Falah Ali, Senior Lecturer in Electrical Engineering, University of Sussex, UK 'What makes this book different from the existing books are elaboration of simple concepts and more examples.' Hsuan-Jung Su, Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering, National Taiwan University 'The examples and problems constitute a very strong point in their text - they help to better understand the concepts.' Monica Bugallo, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Stony Brook University, New York