passband
Pronunciation: [ˈpæsˌbænd]
Word
Context: "signal processing"
(noun) a range of frequencies that a device, like a radio or a filter, allows to pass through while blocking others. It's like having a special window that only lets certain sounds or signals come through.
Example
The new radio has a wide passband, which means it can pick up many different stations.
Example
The old filter does not have a good passband, so it misses a lot of important signals.
Example
What is the passband for this audio filter?
Context: "telecommunications"
(noun) a specific range of frequencies that can be used for transmitting information. Imagine this as a special lane on a busy road that only certain cars can use to reach their destination faster.
Example
The company increased the passband for their internet service to provide faster speeds.
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Without a proper passband, the transmission quality of the signal suffered significantly.
Example
Does this radio have a sufficient passband for quality sound transmission?
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