*Question T7A06:
What device converts the RF input and output of a transceiver to another band?*  

*Correct Answer is  C: Transverter*  

### AI Response: (may contain errors)  

To understand the function of a transverter and why it is the correct answer, let's break down the options:

### Correct Answer: Transverter
- A **transverter** is a device that converts signals from one frequency band to another. It takes the RF input from a transceiver and shifts it to a different band, allowing communication on frequencies that the transceiver alone cannot handle. 
- For example, a transverter can take a 2-meter band signal and convert it to a 70-centimeter band signal.

### Why the Other Choices are Incorrect:
- **A: High-pass filter**
  - A high-pass filter allows signals above a certain frequency to pass while attenuating lower frequencies. It does not convert frequencies; it merely filters them.

- **B: Low-pass filter**
  - A low-pass filter allows signals below a certain frequency to pass while attenuating higher frequencies. Like the high-pass filter, it does not perform any frequency conversion.

- **D: Phase converter**
  - A phase converter is typically used in power systems to convert single-phase power to three-phase power. It does not deal with RF signals or frequency conversion in the context of amateur radio.

### Summary
- The transverter is specifically designed for frequency conversion, making it the correct choice for this question. 

### Useful Rule of Thumb
- When considering devices for frequency conversion in RF applications, remember that filters (high-pass and low-pass) are for signal conditioning, while transverters are for changing frequency bands.