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Model Question Paper -1 with effect from 2020-21(CBCS Scheme)

USN

Fifth Semester B.E. Degree Examination

Principles of Communication Systems
TIME: 03 Hours Max. Marks: 100

Note: 01. Answer any FIVE full questions, choosing at least ONE question from each MODULE.

Module – 1
Define standard form of amplitude modulation, derive its equation and explain each
(a) term. Derive the Spectral equation of AM wave and hence draw and explain the AM 8
spectrum.
Q.1 (b) Explain the generation of DSBSC waves using a Ring Modulator. 8
A 1000 KHz carrier is simultaneously modulated to 300 Hz, 800Hz and 2KHz audio
(c) 4
Sinewaves. What will be the frequency content of AM signal.
OR
Explain the scheme of generation and demodulation of VSB modulated wave with
(a) 8
relevant spectrum of signals and mathematical expressions
Consider a two-stage product modulator with a BPF after each product modulator,
where the input signal consists of a voice signal occupying the frequency band 0.3 to
3.4 kHz. The two local oscillator frequencies have the value 𝑓1 = 100 kHz and 𝑓2 = 10
MHz.Calculate the following :
Q.2 (b) i) Sidebands of DSBSC modulated waves appearing at the two product modulator 6
outputs.
ii) Sidebands of SSB modulated waves appearing at the BPF outputs.
iii) The pass-bands of the two BPF’s.

(c) With a neat block diagram , explain the working of a FDM transmitter and receiver 6
Module – 2
(a) Find the carrier,modulating frequency,modulation index and maximum frequency 5
deviation of a FM wave represented by the voltage equation V=12sin(6 × 108 t+5 sin
1250t) volts.Whatpower will this FM wave dissipate in a 10Ω resistor
Q.3 (b) Derive the expression for WBFM, Show that the spectrum of WBFM wave contains 10
infinite number of sidebands. Write the expression of theoretical bandwidth for WBFM
Determine the bandwidth of an FM signal, if the maximum value of the frequency 5
(c) deviation ∆f is fixed at 75kHz for commercial FM broadcasting by radio and
modulationfrequency is W= 15 kHz.
i.Bycarson’s rule ii. By universal curve given BT /∆f=3.2 for β=5
OR
(a) With relevant equations and diagram explain the direct method generation FM using 8
Hartley Oscillator.
(b) Write the basic block diagram of PLL? Derive the expression for nonlinear model of 6
Q.4 PLL.
With a neat block diagram explain the operation of a Super- heterodyne receiver. 6
(c)
Module – 3
Q.5 (a) Derive the expression for Figure of Merit of a frequency modulated receiver. 10
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Define noise. What is Noise Equivalent Bandwidth? Explain with relevant equations. 6
(b)
(c) Using expresion for figure of merit of AM , find the FOM of single tone AM 4
OR
(a) With DSBSC receiver model derive the expression for figure of merit. 8
(b) Briefly explain the following as applicable to FM 8
Q.6 (i) Capture effect
(ii) Threshold effect.
(iii) Pre-emphasis
(iv) De-emphasis
(c) Write a short notes on a) Thermal noise b) Shot noise 4

Module – 4
(a) State Sampling theorem and explain the same with neat sketches and equations. 7

(b) What is the necessity of Digitizing of the analog signals? 6

Q.7
With neat Block diagrams explain the generation and detection of PPM waves. 7
(c)
OR
(a) Explain the generation and recovery of PAM (Flat-top) signal with necessary equations 10
and spectrum diagram.
Q.8
(b) With a neat block diagram outline the concept of TDM. 5

(c) Describe the effect of Noise on a Pulse position modulation System. 5

Module – 5
(a) Derive the expression for the output Signal to Noise Ratio of a Quantizer 8
With a neat diagram explain the basic elements of a PCM system. 6
(b)
Q.9
(c) A compact disc (CD) records audio signals digitally using PCM. Assume the audio 4
signal bandwidth to be 15 KHz.
a. What is the Nyquist rate?
b. If the Nyquist samples are quantized to L = 65, 536 levels and then binary
coded, determine the number of bits required to encode a sample.
c. Assuming that the signal is sinusoidal and that the maximum signal
amplitude is 1 volt; determine the quantization step and the signal-to-
quantization noise ratio.

OR
(a) Write a note on Vocoders. 8

Q.10 (b) What are the desirable properties of digital waveforms? To transmit a bit sequence 8
10011011, draw the resulting waveforms using:- Unipolar NRZ; polar NRZ; Unipolar
RZ ; Bipolar RZ ; Manchester(split phase)
(c) A TV signal with a bandwidth of 4.2 MHz is transmitted using binary PCM. The 4
number of representation level is 512. Calculate: i) Code word length ii) Final bit
rate iii) Transmission bandwidth
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Table showing the Bloom’s Taxonomy Level, Course Outcome and Programme
Outcome

Question Bloom’s Taxonomy Level Course Programme Outcome

attached Outcome
Q.1 (a) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
Q.2 (a) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 2 CO3 PO1,2 &3
Q.3 (a) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
Q.4 (a) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
Q.5 (a) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
Q.6 (a) 3 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO1 PO1,2 &3
(c) 1 CO1 PO1,2 &3
Q.7 (a) 2 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(b) 2 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(c) 1 CO2 PO1,2 &3
Q.8 (a) 2 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(b) 1 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO3 PO2
Q.9 (a) 2 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(b) 1 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO2 PO1,2 &3
Q.10 (a) 2 CO4 PO3
(b) 3 CO2 PO1,2 &3
(c) 3 CO2 PO1,2 &3

Lower order thinking skills

Bloom’s Remembering( Understanding Applying (Application):
Taxonomy knowledge):𝐿1 Comprehension): 𝐿2 𝐿3
Levels Higher order thinking skills
Analyzing (Analysis): 𝐿4 Valuating (Evaluation): 𝐿5 Creating (Synthesis): 𝐿6