What is digital bandwidth finder

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the concept of a "digital bandwidth finder" as mentioned in a video. Participants explore its function, the distinction between digital filters and analog filters, and the compatibility of coaxial wires used with different types of dishes.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the function of a digital bandwidth finder and its relation to standard and high-definition dishes.
  • Another participant questions the specific video referenced, indicating a need for clarification.
  • Some participants discuss the difference between a bandwidth finder and a bandwidth filter, introducing concepts of digital filters as numerical algorithms and their physical counterparts in microwave technology.
  • There is a mention of how analog filters modulate signals at different frequencies, prompting questions about the operation of digital filters, which are suggested to involve memory storage and PWM modulation.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus on the definition or function of a digital bandwidth finder, and multiple interpretations of digital filters are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty regarding the terminology used (bandwidth finder vs. bandwidth filter) and the specific workings of digital filters compared to analog filters, indicating a lack of clarity on definitions and mechanisms.

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Hello,
I was watching this video 07:37 there is instrument called digital bandwidth finder written on it.
what it do?
There is standard dish and High definition dish.
will coaxial wire used with LNB and feed horn are same for both broadcasting?
 
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ENE said:
I was watching this video 07:37

What video?
 
Confused ?
Bandwidth finder or bandwidth filter ?

A “digital filter” now refers to a numerical algorithm used to process digitised data.
In microwave technology “digital filter” or “interdigital flter” refers to a physical structure “distributed element filter” used to select a band of wavelength. A digital filter has a number of coupled resonant elements that looks like fingers on a hand, all grounded at one end. An interdigital filter looks like two hands with alternate resonators connected at opposite ends, like two hands with interlaced fingers.
See; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Distributed_element_filter#Stub_band-pass_filters
 
Bandwidth finder yes
 
A “digital filter” now refers to a numerical algorithm used to process digitised data.
Hello,
In analog signal filter mean at different frequency it is modulated.
But in case of Digital how filter work?
The signal is stored in memory and modulated by PWM i thinkhere is the video
 

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