CBT Broadcast Systems & Equipment

Question 1

What is the function of a transmitter in a broadcast system?

Accepted Answer

Converts signals into RF for broadcasting

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Captures audio from a microphone

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Stores signals for later transmission

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Monitors incoming transmission signals

Question 2

Which device combines multiple audio sources into a single output?

Accepted Answer

Audio mixer

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Transmitter

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Audio amplifier

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Signal splitter

Question 3

What is the role of a modulator in a television system?

Accepted Answer

Encodes signals onto a carrier wave

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Displays video signals

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Receives satellite signals

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Distributes power to equipment

Question 4

Which component ensures continuous power to a studio during outages?

Accepted Answer

UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)

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Modulator

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Antenna tuner

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Audio patch panel

Question 5

What type of cable is typically used to carry high-frequency video signals?

Accepted Answer

Coaxial cable

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Twisted pair

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Fiber optic

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Ribbon cable

Question 6

What is the purpose of a studio-to-transmitter link (STL)?

Accepted Answer

Transmits program feed to the transmitter site

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Distributes power to equipment

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Generates carrier signals

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Cleans up background noise