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Learn how a transistor reactance modulator works. This article discusses the theory behind reactance modulation, as well as its applications in communication systems.
In a carrier communication system, the baseband signal of a low-frequency spectrum is translated to a high frequency spectrum.
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Phase Modulation (PM) is another form of angle modulation. PM and FM are closely related to each other.
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In the Pulse modulation, the continuous signal is converted into a series of pulses, each proportional to the amplitude of the signal and corresponding in time to it.
Modulation is the process of superimposing a low frequency signal on a high frequency carrier signal
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Frequency Modulation is the process in which the frequency of the carrier signal is varied by the modulating signal while the amplitude remains constant
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FM Transmitter using reactance modulator direct method. The block diagram contains following sections reactance modulator, frequency multiplier, FM transmitter block diagram
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Amplitude modulation (AM) is a simple, inexpensive way to transmit audio over radio waves. It's used in radio broadcasting, CB radio, & more.
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AM Modulator is one which is used for superimposing a low frequency signal on a high frequency carrier signal.