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DEM08 RC Circuit

Objective:

Use an oscilloscope to show the effects of varying the values of R and C on a square wave AC signal.

Apparatus:

  • Oscilloscope – Tektronix TDS 2012C
  • 1- BK Precision 4011A 5MHz Function Generator
  • Stark Resistance Substitution Box RS-1
  • Stark Capacitor Substitution Box CS-1
  • Leads
  • BNC adapters (3 sets)

Method:

Set up the circuit as shown in the picture below.

RC circuit

DEM 08 RC circuit setup diagram

DEM 08 RC circuit settings

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