Which equipment should a beginner have?

[albanks]

Thank you EVERYONE for that valuable input. I will study on all that this long weekend where I have off. I looked up some of that equipment and it looks like I would need a course or two just to operate it, lol.

Lastly, besides equipment, are there any good books anyone would recommend? I bought some DIY TV repair books on eBay from the 60's and 70's but they don't cover many of today's problems or repairs. This forum and YT have a lot of good info but I kind of like print. Does anyone know of a comprehensive book that covers fixing vintage electronics in modern times?