FCC Exam Question: 8-31D2

The circuit that develops timing signals is called the:

A. Resolver.
B. Synchronizer.
C. Pulse forming network.
D. Video amplifier.
Correct Answer: B

Explanation: A synchronizer is a circuit or system designed to ensure that different parts of an electronic system operate in unison, often by generating or distributing precise timing signals (clocks, triggers, etc.). It coordinates events within the circuit, making sure operations occur at the correct moments. In amateur radio equipment, this is vital for functions like digital signal processing, modulation, and data transmission, where precise timing is paramount. A resolver (A) is an electromechanical transducer for angular position. A pulse forming network (C) shapes electrical energy into a specific pulse shape, but it relies on an external timing signal to trigger it, rather than developing the timing itself. A video amplifier (D) amplifies signals with a wide bandwidth, typically for visual display, and is unrelated to timing generation.

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