automatic frequency control
noun
: a function of an electronic circuit that allows a radio transmitter or receiver to stay adjusted to a specific frequency (such as one used by a radio station) without manual control
A five-inch dynamic speaker, backed by 700 megawatts of audio output power puts out a quality sound and automatic frequency control prevents FM signals from drifting.—
Dale Baldwin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 1985
Dale Baldwin, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 1985Dictionary Entries Near automatic frequency control
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“Automatic frequency control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/automatic%20frequency%20control. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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