Pirate Radio and Video: Experimental Transmitter Projects by Newton C. Braga (2000) is a practical, project-based guide for electronics hobbyists interested in low-power broadcasting. Published by Newnes, this 304-page manual provides instructions for building over thirty different transmitter systems for a fraction of the cost of commercial equipment. Core Content and Projects

If you are picking up this book today, there are two things to keep in mind:

Project 2: The AM "Part 15" Compliant Broadcaster

Parts: NE602 mixer IC (or discrete transistor), 1MHz crystal, long wire antenna. Range: 200 feet (if well grounded). Lesson: Using a crystal for frequency stability. This is the legal limit in many countries for unlicensed broadcasting.

For electronics hobbyists, radio amateurs, and those fascinated by the "Do-It-Yourself" spirit of broadcasting, Newton C. Braga’s Pirate Radio and Video remains a cult classic reference. While the title suggests a focus on illicit broadcasting, the book is technically a dense manual on RF (Radio Frequency) engineering and analog video transmission.

Tactile Learning: The paperback format serves as a workbook. Investigators often leave notes in the margins regarding frequency drift, antenna lengths, and voltage tweaks. Technical Caveats