master frequency generator

In frequency-division multiplexing (FDM), equipment used to provide system end-to-end carrier frequency synchronization and frequency accuracy of tones. Note: The following types of oscillators are used in the Defense Communications System FDM systems:

• Type 1 - A master carrier oscillator as an integral part of the multiplexer set.
• Type 2 - A submaster oscillator equipment or slave oscillator equipment as an integral part of the multiplexer set.
• Type 3 - An external master oscillator equipment that has extremely accurate and stable characteristics.

Synonym master oscillator.