Question
Which of the following controls could be used if the voice pitch of a single-sideband signal returning to your CQ call seems too high or low?
Answer Options
- A) The volume control
- B) The move VFO A to VFO B button
- C) The RIT or Clarifier
- D) The Automatic Frequency Control
Correct Answer: C
Explanation
The apparent pitch of an SSB signal is sensitive to a slight difference between the transmitter’s frequency and the receiver’s frequency. If the voice sounds too high, low, or unnatural, it means the receiver frequency is slightly off, which is a common issue when stations are not perfectly tuned.
To correct this without changing your transmitting frequency, you would use the RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) or Clarifier control. This control allows you to fine-tune the receiver’s frequency slightly up or down to restore the natural voice pitch while leaving the transmitter frequency locked to your original setting (T4B10).
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