Tektronix Function Generator

This page contains external links that will help you to be familiar with operating the Function Generator located at your workbench. This will be the primary function generator that you will use for your experiments. There is also a back up Wavetek stabilized sweep generator model 22 in case you encounter a problem with the Tektronix Waveform Generator. Function Generator is often used in almost each of your lab session through out the semester. Function Generator allows to produce most common sine waves to other different types of functions as necessary for your experiments. Browse through the links provided below to learn how to use a function generator to properly produce signals and also to be familiar with the need of such equipment.

• Function Generator Manual

• Why function generators?

• Tutorial

NOTE: PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR EQUIPMENT AFTER USE!

If you happen to have any problem operating the function generator at your workbench or have any other question relate to equipments or components at your lab work bench, please consult your TA. DO NOT attempt to troubleshoot any equipments or components by your self unless you are authorized to do so. If TA is not present or unable to resolve the issue, please bring it to our attention at:

ECE Technical Operations

Office: 1338 A. V. Williams Building

Phone: (301) 405 1036

email: ece-techopshelp@umd.edu