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The Tektronix Type 106 is a pulse generator [[introduced in 1966]].  It has a 500mV 1ns-risetime 50-ohm output
The Tektronix Type 106 is a squarewave generator [[introduced in 1966]].  It has four outputs:
and a 12V 12ns-risetime 600-ohm outputThe 1ns-risetime output is generated using diodes to  
<ul>
<li><b>Fast Rise +Output:</b> 500mV into 50 ohm load, positive-going pulse, 1ns risetime, 50-ohm output impedance, GR connector
<li><b>Fast Rise -Output:</b> 500mV into 50 ohm load, negative-going pulse, 1ns risetime, 50-ohm output impedance, GR connector
<li><b>High Amplitude Output:</b> 12V into 50 ohm load, 12ns-risetime, 600-ohm output impedance, GR connector
<li><b>Trigger Output:</b> 100mV into 50 ohm load, 50ns risetime, 150 ohm output impedance, BNC connector
</ul>
 
The 1ns-risetime outputs are generated using diodes to  
clip a high amplitude signal. In units with serial numbers less than 1190, GaAs diodes were used
clip a high amplitude signal. In units with serial numbers less than 1190, GaAs diodes were used
for clipping.  After serial number 1190, silicon diodes were used.   
for clipping.  After serial number 1190, silicon diodes were used.