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Study Notes: Module 2 - Angle Modulation

This module focuses on varying the angle (phase or frequency) of the carrier signal. It's a key topic
and frequently appears as Question 2 in your exams.

1. Introduction to Angle Modulation


What is Angle Modulation?
It's a process where the

angle of the carrier wave is varied according to the instantaneous amplitude of the message signal,
while the carrier's amplitude remains constant.

The standard equation is:

s(t)=A_c cos[θ_i(t)]
where

A_c is the constant carrier amplitude and θ_i(t) is the instantaneous angle .

Why use Angle Modulation over AM?

Improved Noise Performance: Angle modulation is more resistant to noise and interference than
AM. This is a major advantage.

Constant Transmitted Power: Since the carrier amplitude A_c is constant, the average transmitted
power is also constant and independent of the message signal: P_T= A_c^2 / (2R).

The two main types of angle modulation are

Frequency Modulation (FM) and Phase Modulation (PM).

2. Frequency Modulation (FM)


In FM, the

instantaneous frequency of the carrier signal is varied linearly according to the amplitude of the
message signal m(t).

When the message signal amplitude is high, the carrier frequency increases.
When the message signal amplitude is low, the carrier frequency decreases.

When the message signal amplitude is zero, the carrier frequency remains unchanged .

Mathematical Representation
The instantaneous frequency f_i(t) is given by:

f_i(t)=f_c + k_f m(t)


where

f_c is the unmodulated carrier frequency and k_f is the frequency sensitivity of the modulator (in
Hz/Volt) .

The final equation for the FM wave is:

s(t)=A_c cos(2πf_c t + 2πk_f ∫_0^t m(τ)dτ)

2.1. Key FM Parameters (Essential for Exams!)


Frequency Deviation (∆f): This is the maximum change in the instantaneous frequency from the
carrier frequency f_c. For a sinusoidal message m(t)=A_m cos(2πf_m t), the deviation is:

∆f = k_f A_m

Modulation Index (β): This is a crucial parameter that defines the type of FM. It's the ratio of the
frequency deviation to the message frequency:

β = ∆f / f_m = (k_f A_m) / f_m

2.2. Types of FM
FM is classified based on the modulation index, β:

Narrowband FM (NBFM): Occurs when β■1 (the modulation index is very small).
Its bandwidth is similar to AM: B_T ≈ 2f_m.
It's used in mobile communications like police radios and taxis.

Wideband FM (WBFM): Occurs when β■1 (the modulation index is large).


It has a much larger (theoretically infinite) bandwidth with many sidebands.
The spectrum is described using complex Bessel functions.
It offers superior noise performance and is used for high-fidelity broadcasts like FM radio and TV.

2.3. Bandwidth of an FM Wave: Carson's Rule


Although the theoretical bandwidth of a WBFM signal is infinite, most of the power (about 98%) is
contained within a finite band. A reliable estimate for this practical bandwidth is given by

Carson's Rule, a very common exam calculation:


B_T ≈ 2(∆f + f_m)
We can also write this in terms of the modulation index:
B_T ≈ 2f_m (β+1)

3. Phase Modulation (PM)


In PM, the

instantaneous phase of the carrier signal is varied linearly according to the amplitude of the
message signal m(t).

Mathematical Representation
The instantaneous phase φ(t) is proportional to the message signal:

φ(t)=k_p m(t)
where k_p is the phase sensitivity (in Radians/Volt).

The final equation for the PM wave is:

s(t)=A_c cos[2πf_c t + k_p m(t)]

For a sinusoidal message, the modulation index is simply the peak phase deviation:

β = ∆φ = k_p A_m

4. Relationship Between FM and PM


FM and PM are closely related. You can generate one using the components of the other. This is a
common theory question.
Generate FM using a PM: If you first integrate the message signal m(t) and then pass it to a Phase
Modulator, the output will be an FM wave.

Generate PM using an FM: If you first differentiate the message signal m(t) and then pass it to a
Frequency Modulator, the output will be a PM wave.

5. Solved Exam-Style Problems


Problem 1
A sinusoidal modulating waveform of amplitude 5V and frequency 2 kHz is applied to an FM
generator with a frequency sensitivity of 40 Hz/Volt. Calculate the frequency deviation, modulation
index, and bandwidth.

Solution:
Given: A_m = 5 V, f_m = 2 kHz, k_f = 40 Hz/V.

i. Frequency Deviation (∆f):


∆f = k_f × A_m = 40 Hz/V × 5 V = 200 Hz.

ii. Modulation Index (β):


β = ∆f / f_m = 200 / 2000 = 0.1.
Since β < 1, this is a Narrowband FM (NBFM) signal.

iii. Bandwidth (B_T):


Using Carson's Rule: B_T = 2(∆f + f_m) = 2(200 + 2000) = 4400 Hz or 4.4 kHz.
Using NBFM approximation: B_T = 2f_m = 2(2000) = 4000 Hz or 4.0 kHz. Both are acceptable.

Problem 2
An FM wave is given by s(t)=20cos(8π×10^6 t + 9sin(2π×10^3 t)). Calculate the frequency
deviation, bandwidth, and power of the FM wave. (Assume R=1 Ω).

Solution:
Compare the given equation with the standard form s(t)=A_c cos(2πf_c t + βsin(2πf_m t)).

A_c = 20 V.
2πf_c = 8π×10^6 ■ f_c = 4×10^6 Hz = 4 MHz.
β = 9.
2πf_m = 2π×10^3 ■ f_m = 10^3 Hz = 1 kHz.
i. Frequency Deviation (∆f):
∆f = β × f_m = 9 × 1 kHz = 9 kHz.

ii. Bandwidth (B_T):


B_T = 2(∆f + f_m) = 2(9kHz + 1kHz) = 20 kHz.

iii. Power of FM wave (P_T):


P_T = A_c^2 / (2R) = 20^2 / (2×1) = 200 W.

Common questions

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The power of an FM wave is calculated using the formula P_T = A_c^2 / (2R), where A_c is the carrier amplitude and R is the resistance . This is constant because FM maintains a constant amplitude of the carrier wave, meaning that the average transmitted power does not depend on the amplitude of the modulating message signal . This property benefits from maintaining consistent signal strength and reducing susceptibility to variations caused by varying modulation levels .

The frequency deviation (∆f) for a sinusoidal modulating waveform in FM is calculated using the formula ∆f = k_f A_m, where k_f is the frequency sensitivity of the modulator and A_m is the amplitude of the modulating waveform . This value determines the extent of frequency shifts in the carrier wave, affecting the overall signal bandwidth as calculated by Carson's Rule: B_T = 2(∆f + f_m). Greater frequency deviation results in a broader bandwidth, accommodating more sidebands and potentially improving signal clarity and noise resistance .

Carson's Rule provides a practical estimate for the bandwidth of an FM signal by considering the frequency deviation and the message frequency . The rule states that the bandwidth (B_T) is approximately given by B_T = 2(∆f + f_m), where ∆f is the frequency deviation and f_m is the highest frequency present in the message signal . This rule assumes that about 98% of the signal's power is contained within this calculated bandwidth, making it a reliable method for determining the effective bandwidth for both narrowband and wideband FM .

In frequency modulation (FM), the modulation index (β) is the ratio of the frequency deviation (∆f) to the message frequency (f_m). It is calculated using the formula: β = ∆f / f_m = (k_f A_m) / f_m, where k_f is the frequency sensitivity and A_m is the amplitude of the modulating signal . This index measures the extent of modulation and determines whether the FM is classified as narrowband or wideband .

Angle modulation, such as frequency modulation (FM) and phase modulation (PM), offers improved noise performance compared to amplitude modulation (AM). This is because angle modulation is more resistant to noise and interference, leading to clearer signal reception . Additionally, in angle modulation, the transmitted power is constant since the carrier amplitude remains unchanged, regardless of the message signal strength .

The modulation index (β) is crucial in classifying FM as either narrowband or wideband. For narrowband FM (NBFM), the modulation index is small, often less than 1, which leads to a bandwidth approximation similar to amplitude modulation . The spectrum of NBFM is simpler with less pronounced sidebands . Conversely, wideband FM (WBFM) features a large modulation index, resulting in a spectrum with many significant sidebands and a theoretically infinite bandwidth, captured practically by complex Bessel functions, ensuring superior noise suppression .

To generate frequency modulation (FM) using a phase modulator, the message signal m(t) must first be integrated and then passed through a phase modulator . This process converts the phase variation into frequency variation, effectively creating an FM wave from the components of phase modulation . This relationship between FM and PM allows conversion from one type of modulation to the other by mathematical manipulation of the input signal .

To convert an FM wave into a PM wave, the message signal m(t) must first be differentiated before being passed through a frequency modulator . The differentiation process converts the frequency-related variations into instantaneous phase changes, thus creating a phase-modulated signal from the original frequency-modulated information . This conversion relies on the mathematical relationship between frequency and phase.

Narrowband FM (NBFM) occurs when the modulation index (β) is small, typically less than 1, resulting in a bandwidth similar to that of amplitude modulation (AM). Its bandwidth can be approximated as B_T ≈ 2f_m, where f_m is the message frequency . In contrast, wideband FM (WBFM) occurs when the modulation index is large, leading to a much larger and theoretically infinite bandwidth. The practical bandwidth is described using complex Bessel functions and is significantly wider than that of NBFM, offering superior noise performance .

Narrowband FM (NBFM) is preferred in scenarios requiring efficient use of limited bandwidth, such as in mobile communications like police radios and taxis, where spectrum efficiency is prioritized over sound fidelity . Its simple spectrum management makes it suitable where channel availability is scarce. In contrast, wideband FM (WBFM) is chosen for applications demanding superior noise performance and high-fidelity audio quality, such as FM radio and television broadcasting, where the capacity to suppress noise outweighs the need for narrow channels .

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