Standard test signal
In
telecommunication, a
standard test signal is a single-
frequency signal with standardized level used for testing the peak
power transmission capability and for measuring the
total harmonic distortion of circuits or parts of a
circuit.
Note: Standardized test signal levels and frequencies are listed in MIL-STD-188-100 and in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 47, part 68.
Source: from Federal Standard 1037C and from MIL-STD-188