General exam question G2A12
Subelement G2, OPERATING PROCEDURES· Group G2A
What control is typically adjusted for proper ALC setting on a single sideband transceiver?
- A.RF clipping level
- B.Transmit audio or microphone gain (correct answer)
- C.Antenna inductance or capacitance
- D.Attenuator level
WhyALC on a single sideband transceiver is typically set by adjusting the transmit audio or microphone gain. ALC (automatic level control) on an SSB transceiver is normally set by adjusting the transmit audio or microphone gain until the ALC meter shows the manufacturer's recommended level, keeping the amplifier out of flat-topping distortion, answer B. RF clipping level, antenna reactance, and attenuator settings are all separate controls that don't set ALC.
Published 2026-08-28 · Last updated 2026-08-28 · Question text is verbatim from the 2023-2027 NCVEC Element 3 pool (public domain); the explanation above is original writing, see our methodology.
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