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time signal [′tīm ‚sig·nəl] (communications) An accurate signal which is broadcast by radio and marks a specified time or time interval, used for setting timepieces and for determining their errors; in particular, a radio signal broadcast at accurately known times each day on a number of different frequencies by WWV and other stations. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| From the beginning, it was known that wireless time signals are delayed as they travel the path from the transmitter to the receiver, and that the accuracy of the received time signal can be no better than the knowledge of the path delay. NIST now broadcasts a time signal from an atomic clock through its radio station in Fort Collins, Colo. News Talk 870AM KRLA has amplified its coverage area, boosting its day time signal from 20,000 to 50,000 watts across the Greater Los Angeles area. |
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