Signalgivare

Signalgivare is a Swedish term that translates literally to “signal giver.” It denotes an entity that issues or originates a signal to another system or actor. The word is used in different fields, and its precise meaning depends on context. In general, a signalgivare can refer to either a person who provides signals or a device or system that generates signals.

In railway signaling, signalgivare commonly describes the role or function of the signal operator or the control system that communicates with train drivers. A signalgivare in this context is responsible for presenting appropriate signal aspects to trains, coordinating with route settings and interlocking equipment, and ensuring safe and efficient train movements. The term aligns with safety practices and formal operating procedures governing railway signaling and dispatching.

In electronic and automation contexts, signalgivare may describe any source that emits a signal to another component. Here, it is often used interchangeably with broader terms such as signal source or signal provider, though more specific terminology (for example, signal generator or test signal source) is common in technical documentation. In these uses, a signalgivare can be a hardware device, a software module, or a subsystem that delivers electrical, optical, or digital signals for control, testing, or simulation purposes.

See also: railway signaling, signal generator, signal source.