The full year edition of 1986 consisted of 12 issues, each with 68 pages. The magazine had a circulation of about 200,000 copies and was sold for 3.50 Mark per issue. Some of the highlights of the 1986 edition were:
An article on the new color TV standard SECAM-D/K in the GDR, which was introduced in January 1986. The article explained the technical details and advantages of the new system, as well as the compatibility issues with existing PAL receivers.
A series of articles on the history of radio broadcasting in the GDR, from its beginnings in 1923 to its present state in 1986. The series covered topics such as the first radio stations, the development of radio programs, the role of radio during World War II and the Cold War, the expansion of FM and shortwave broadcasting, and the challenges and achievements of radio journalism.
A report on the International Radio Exhibition (IFA) in Berlin, which took place from August 29 to September 7, 1986. The report showcased some of the latest products and innovations in radio and television technology, such as digital audio broadcasting (DAB), high-definition television (HDTV), compact disc (CD), video disc (VHD), and satellite TV.
A project on how to build a simple FM transmitter with a range of about 100 meters. The project provided a detailed circuit diagram, a list of components, and instructions on how to assemble and test the transmitter. The project also suggested some possible applications for the transmitter, such as wireless microphones, intercoms, or remote controls.
The RFE Radio Fernsehen Elektronik magazine was a valuable source of information and inspiration for radio and television enthusiasts, hobbyists, technicians, and engineers in the GDR. It reflected the state of the art and the trends in radio and television technology in both East and West Germany, as well as in other countries. It also preserved a part of the cultural and technological history of the GDR.
If you are interested in reading more about the RFE Radio Fernsehen Elektronik magazine or other related topics, you can visit these websites:
[Radiomuseum.org]: A website dedicated to collecting and documenting historical radios and related items. It has a large database of radios, schematics, pictures, articles, books, magazines, and more.
[Litisymo]: A blog that features scans of various magazines from different countries and eras. It has a collection of RFE Radio Fernsehen Elektronik magazines from 1986 to 1990.
[SoundCloud] : A platform that allows users to upload and stream audio files. It has some audio recordings of RFE Radio Fernsehen Elektronik magazines from different years.
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