Consumer electronics

Consumer electronics

A broad field of electronics that are purchased for casual use or entertainment rather than for professional use; such as TVs, VCRS, DVD players,mp3 players, hi fi stereos, games consoles as well as Internet appliances.

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mains

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

the AC line voltage input. Occasionally the fuse on the AC input will be labeled "Mains Fuse".

master volume

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

Simultaneously controls the overall volume of one or more channels of an amp. When used in conjunction with a channel’s volume control, a master volume enables a guitarist to ...

matched tubes

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

Vacuum tubes selected for their similar electrical characteristics. Often employed in amps to produce more efficient operation.

matching impedance

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

When the output impedance of a device is compatible with the input impedance of a device to which it is connected, the two are said to match. Mismatched impedances can lead to ...

microphonic

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

Sensitivity to vibrations causing noises and ringing. Tubes are especially prone to microphonics and will self-oscillate.

microphonics

Consumer electronics; Amplifier

The tendency for a component to induce audible noise into the amplifier circuit when mechanically disturbed. Tubes are the most common microphonic component, and they will ...