This type of modulation is used by broadcasters in three frequency bands: medium frequency (MF, also known as medium wave: MW); low frequency (LF, also known as long wave : LW), and high frequency (HF, also known as short wave: SW). The term AM is often used to refer to the medium frequency band (see MF below).
Read moreWhat does MW radio mean?
The term AM is commonly used to cover both Medium Wave (MW) and Long Wave (LW). All AM radio stations broadcast in mono.
Read moreHow can I listen to the long wave?
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Read moreWhat is LW on a radio?
In radio, longwave, long wave or long-wave, and commonly abbreviated LW, refers to parts of the radio spectrum with wavelengths longer than what was originally called the medium-wave broadcasting band .
Read moreWhat does MW mean on my radio?
Medium wave (MW) is the part of the medium frequency (MF) radio band used mainly for AM radio broadcasting.
Read moreIs FM and MW the same?
Medium wave (MW) signals are transmitted using amplitude modulation (AM) and the terms are used interchangeably . FM signals are mostly transmitted in the very high frequency (VHF) or ultra high frequency (UHF) bands and are used for voice (radio) as well as video (TV) broadcasting.
Read moreWhat is the difference between ham radio and shortwave?
If you have never listened to shortwave radio, you are missing out on unique programming from all over the world. Ham radios, on the other hand, offer more than just tuning into programs, but the ability to communicate through two-way radio services . Browse more to know about what is shortwave radio.
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