Function generator
Function generator · Sine 1 kHz · 2 V p-p · offset 0 V · 50 Ω output

Try it on the benchThe lab drops it on an empty bench and opens its datasheet card.
Pins
- OUT (red)
- COM (black)
Ratings and limits
| Waveforms | sine, square, triangle, sawtooth, pulse |
|---|---|
| Range | 0.01 Hz – 2 MHz |
| Output | up to 40 V p-p into open circuit, 50 Ω source |
| Modulation | AM |
How to use it
The signal source for filters, amplifiers and radio receivers. The amplitude set is open-circuit: into a 50 Ω load you get half.
Lessons and builds that use it
- Peak and envelope detector
- Crystal radio
- ADC front end: reference and anti-alias filter
- Class-D amplifier from parts
- LM386 speaker amplifier box (build)
- Using an oscilloscope
- Oscilloscope: comparing two signals