Tektronix TDS1000B Series Operator's Manual page 30

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Introduction to Oscilloscopes and Probes
Square and Rectangular Waves
A square wave represents voltage signals that turn on and
off at regular intervals. It is a standard wave used for testing
amplifiers, televisions, radios, and computer circuits.
A rectangular wave represents high and low time periods of
a square wave that are unequal.
Figure 1.8 shows square and rectangular waves.
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Figure 1.8: Square and rectangular waves