5.3 Set Send Path Level (Uplink) Step 3

This is the principle step to adjust the MIC gain to a suitable value. It is not necessary to set the MIC to its maximum level due to the slope overload effect caused by the CVSD slope, which naturally suppresses the high-frequency parts and works as a low-pass filter. The following figure illustrates the CVSD slope overload effect. This effect distorts the near-end speech and makes it not as clear as the softer MIC gain levels.

For more information on the CVSD slope over load effect, refer to the Continuously Variable Slope Delta Modulation: A Tutorial.
Figure 5-2. CVSD Slope Overload Effect