ELSFG501- REPAIRING FUNCTION GENERATOR
Introduction
A function generator is a test and measuring device, which creates electronic signals in many different
waveforms. The generator's main purpose, when connected to a circuit, is to produce controllable
waveforms with adjustable frequencies, amplitude outputs, or DC offsets. Function generators help to save
time in building oscillators when you are fabricating prototype audio circuits or low and high-pass filters.
Function generators produce a range of different waveforms, such as sine waves, triangular waves; saw
tooth waves and square waves. The signal generator can produce repetitive signals and can change some
characteristics of the wave. You can view the signals generated by the device by attaching it to an
oscilloscope. Function generators may provide other functions, such as DC offset and variable symmetry.
There is usually a screen on the generator, which displays the monitoring of the output.