Basic Operation

Modulating a Signal

Applying a Modulation Format to the RF Output

The carrier signal is modulated when the Mod On/Off key is set to On, and an individual modulation format is active.

When the Mod On/Off key is set to Off, the MOD OFF annunciator appears on the display.When the key is set to On, the MOD ON annunciator shows in the display, whether or not there is an active modulation format. The annunciators simply indicate whether the carrier signal will be modulated when a modulation format is turned on.

To Turn RF Output Modulation On

Press the Mod On/Off key until the MOD ON annunciator appears in the display.

The carrier signal should be modulated with all active modulation formats. This is the factory default.

To Turn RF Output Modulation Off

Press the Mod On/Off key until the MOD OFF annunciator appears in the display.

The carrier signal is no longer modulated or capable of being modulated when a modulation format is active.

Figure 2-12

Carrier Signal Modulation Status

Mod Set to On—Carrier is Modulated

AM Modulation Format is Active

Mod Set to Off—Carrier is not Modulated

AM Modulation Format is Active

Mod Set to On—Carrier is not Modulated

No Active Modulation Format

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