What equalizer and attenuator pad should be installed if the transceiver reports 3.2 dBmV at 6 MHz and 2.5 dBmV at 41 MHz?

To find the correct equalizer and attenuator pad to install, it’s important to understand the roles of each component in managing signal levels at different frequencies. Considering the reported signal levels of 3.2 dBmV at 6 MHz and 2.5 dBmV at 41 MHz, the objective is to balance these levels to ensure consistent signal quality across the frequency range.

First, the equalizer will amplify the lower frequency signal to close the gap with the higher frequency signal. The difference in levels between 6 MHz and 41 MHz is 0.7 dB (3.2 dBmV - 2.5 dBmV). To equalize these levels effectively, a 0 dB equalizer would mean no adjustment is made to the 6 MHz signal, maintaining its current level while allowing the higher frequency signal at 41 MHz to match the lower one more effectively through attenuation.

Next, an attenuator pad is used to reduce the higher level signal so that it aligns with the output from the lower frequency after equalization. In this case, a 3 dB attenuator would effectively lower the 3.2 dBmV down to 0.2 dBmV, which is not suitable