demodulator
[/ˌdiːˈmɒdjəleɪtər/]
nounmasculinepl: demodulators
demodulador
1. An electronic device or circuit that extracts the original signal from a modulated carrier wave
The demodulator converts the radio frequency signal back into audio.
O demodulador converte o sinal de radiofrequência de volta em áudio.
2. A component in communication systems that separates information from a carrier signal
The satellite receiver uses a demodulator to process incoming signals.
O receptor de satélite usa um demodulador para processar sinais recebidos.
3. In telecommunications, a device that reverses the modulation process
Modern modems contain both a modulator and a demodulator.
Os modems modernos contêm um modulador e um demodulador.
The term 'demodulator' is primarily used in technical and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is fundamental to telecommunications, radio, television, and digital communication systems. The abbreviation 'demod' is widely used in engineering circles in both countries as informal shorthand.
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