How to generate a pulsed signal on a function generator?

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This discussion focuses on generating a pulsed signal using a function generator, specifically addressing the waveform characteristics such as frequency (f=1/T) and duty cycle (t_d/t x 100). The necessity of waveform tails is also questioned, indicating that the function generator's manual should provide guidance on these parameters. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the specific capabilities of the function generator model in use to achieve the desired waveform.

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See attached file. I want to generate a waveform that looks like this using a function generator, where it repeats every f=1/T and the duty cycle is (t_d/t)x100.
 

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That is something the manual should describe, it will depend on the function generator.
Are those tails necessary?
 

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