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  • Page 1 USB-ME-System Manual USB-ME64-System USB-ME128-System USB-ME256-System...
  • Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted without the express written permission of Multi Channel Systems MCS GmbH. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, the publisher and the author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of information contained in this document or from the use of programs and source code that may accompany it.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Welcome to the USB-ME-System Software Installation 3.1.1 System requirements 3.1.2 Recommended BIOS settings 3.1.3 First Use of MC_Rack Connecting the USB-ME-System USB-ME-Systems Setting Up and Connecting the USB-ME64-System 5.1.1 Front Panel 5.1.2 Power LED 5.1.3 Analog Input A 5.1.4 Digital Trigger Input 5.1.5 Rear Panel 5.1.6...
  • Page 4 USB-ME-System Manual 5.2.8 Synchronization Out- and Input 5.2.9 Audio Output 5.2.10 Analog Input 1 to 4 5.2.11 5.2.12 Power Input 5.2.13 Ground 5.2.14 External Power Supply Setting Up and Connecting the USB-ME256-System 5.3.1 Front Panel 5.3.2 Power LED 5.3.3 Analog Inputs A, C, B, and D 5.3.4 Digital Trigger Inputs 5.3.5...

  • Page 5: Important Safety Advice

    Important Safety Advice Important Safety Advice Warning: Make sure to read the following advice prior to installation or use of the device and the software. If you do not fulfill all requirements stated below, this may lead to malfunctions or breakage of connected hardware, or even fatal injuries.

  • Page 6: Guarantee And Liability

    USB-ME-System Manual Guarantee and Liability The General conditions of sale and delivery of Multi Channel Systems MCS GmbH always apply. The operator will receive these no later than on conclusion of the contract. Multi Channel Systems MCS GmbH makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of any and all tests and data generated by the use of the device or the software.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction About this Manual It is assumed that you already have a basic understanding of technical and software terms. No special skills are required to read this manual. If you are using the device for the first time, please read the Important Safety Advice before installing the hardware and software, where you will find important information about the installation and first steps.

  • Page 8: Software Installation

    USB-ME-System Manual Software Installation Please check the system requirements before you install the data acquisition software. MCS cannot guarantee that the software works properly if these requirements are not fulfilled. Please see the software help or manual for more information. It is recommended that you check the MCS web site for software updates on a regular basis.
  • Page 9 Introduction Multi Channel Experimenter Double-click the Multi Channel Experimenter icon or select Multi Channel Experimenter from the "Start" menu. The program starts. The main window opens automatically: "Multi Channel Experimenter (Instance: 1)". It is possible to open up to four instances in parallel. Operation is independent for each instance. This is your virtual rack configuration in the "Experiment Setup"...
  • Page 10 USB-ME-System Manual Building a Rack It is very easy to build a rack: Please click onto the button of the desired instrument and move it via drag and drop from the left to the right side of the main window! It is also easy to connect the instruments: Please click onto one of the symbols on the lower part of an instrument button to connect this output port via drag and drop with the input port (symbol on the upper side) of the target instrument.
  • Page 11 Introduction Conventions for Building a Rack Please consider the rules for connecting the instruments. The Multi Channel Experimenter program allows only connections between output ports at the lower side of the device to the input port on the upper side of the target device.
  • Page 12 USB-ME-System Manual MC_Rack It is also not recommended to run any applications in the background when using MC_Rack. Remove all applications from the Autostart folder. Warning: The operating system settings of the data acquisition computer were pre-configured by MCS and should not be changed by the user. Changing these settings can lead to program instabilities and data loss.
  • Page 13 Introduction Setting up MC_Rack Please refer to the MC_Rack Manual for more information.  Start MC_Rack.  Open the file MPA8I_NoiseTest.rck and / or MPA32I_NoiseTest.rck on the installation volume (see folder Tutorial). This rack contains the virtual MC_Card instrument with a continuous raw data display and an Analyzer to measure the peak-to-peak amplitude.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Usb-Me-System

    USB-ME-System Manual Connecting the USB-ME-System  Provide a power supply in the immediate vicinity of the installation site.  Place all devices on a stable and dry surface, where the air can circulate freely and the devices are not exposed to direct sunlight. ...

  • Page 15: Usb-Me-Systems

    USB-ME-Systems 5.1 Setting Up and Connecting the USB-ME64-System USB-ME64-System is a high flexible system. Via MCS high grade cables it is possible to connect, for example, a MEA60-System or ME-Systems with at least 64 channels to the 64 analog inputs.

  • Page 16: Rear Panel

    The Bit 0 of the Digital OUT is also accessible independently from the 68-pin Digital IN / OUT connector. The digital output channel D0 is generally used for synchronizing the USB-ME64-System with a stimulus generator, or with another data acquisition system, for example, an imaging or a patch clamp system.

  • Page 17: Audio Output

    Troubleshooting 5.1.9 Audio Output To the AUDIO OUT (3.5 mm phone jack) you can connect an audio system to make the electrical activity audible. By software control, it is possible to convert signals from one data channel into sound. A computer with a sound card and speakers or a headset is required.

  • Page 18: Setting Up And Connecting The Usb-Me128-System

    USB-ME-System Manual Setting Up and Connecting the USB-ME128-System USB-ME128-System is a high flexible system. Via MCS high grade cable it is possible to connect, for example, one MEA1060 amplifier or two MEA1060 amplifiers or a ME-Systems with at least 128 channels to the 128 analog inputs. Example: The description of the installation includes an example setup with a MEA1060 amplifier two MEA1060 amplifiers without blanking circuit.

  • Page 19: Rear Panel

    Troubleshooting 5.2.5 Rear Panel 5.2.6 Digital In / Out A Digital IN / OUT for 16 digital in- and output bits is available (68-pin MCS standard connector). The Digital IN / OUT connection accepts or generates standard TTL signals. TTL stands for Transistor-Transistor Logic.

  • Page 20: Audio Output

    USB-ME-System Manual 5.2.9 Audio Output To the AUDIO OUT (3.5 mm phone jack) you can connect an audio system to make the electrical activity audible. By software control, it is possible to convert signals from one data channel into sound. A computer with a sound card and speakers or a headset is required.

  • Page 21: Setting Up And Connecting The Usb-Me256-System

    Troubleshooting Setting Up and Connecting the USB-ME256-System USB-ME-System is a high flexible system. Via MCS 68-pin high grade cables it is possible to connect, for example, four MEA60-Systems or two MEA120-Systems or a ME-System with at least 256 channels to the 256 analog inputs. Example: The description of the installation includes an example setup with four MEA1060 amplifiers without blanking circuit.

  • Page 22: Front Panel

    USB-ME-System Manual 5.3.1 Front Panel 5.3.2 Power LED The Power LED lights up when the USB-ME256 is connected via power supply unit to the power supply system. 5.3.3 Analog Inputs A, C, B, and D The 68-Pin MCS Standard connectors on the front panel of the device are analog inputs for the data streams coming from the connected amplifiers.
  • Page 23 Troubleshooting 5.3.5 Rear Panel 5.3.6 Digital In / Out A Digital IN / OUT for 16 digital in- and output bits is available (68-pin MCS standard connector). The Digital IN / OUT connection accepts or generates standard TTL signals. TTL stands for Transistor-Transistor Logic. A TTL pulse is defined as a digital signal for communication between two devices.

  • Page 24: Digital Output D0

    USB-ME-System Manual 5.3.7 Digital Output D0 The Bit 0 of the Digital OUT is also accessible independently from the 68-pin digital IN / OUT connector. The digital output channel D0 is generally used for synchronizing the USB-ME-System with a stimulus generator, or with another data acquisition system, for example, an imaging or a patch clamp system.

  • Page 25: Power Input

    Troubleshooting 5.3.12 Power Input Connect here the power supply unit. This power supply powers the USB-ME256 main unit only. The device needs 12 V and 1.1 A / ~13 W. 5.3.13 Ground If an additional ground connection is needed, you can connect this plug with an external ground using a standard common jack (4 mm).

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    USB-ME-System Manual Troubleshooting About Troubleshooting The following hints are provided to solve special problems that have been reported by users. Most problems occur seldom and only under specific circumstances. Please check the mentioned possible causes carefully when you have any trouble with the product. In most cases, it is only a minor problem that can be easily avoided or solved.

  • Page 27: No Computer Connection / No Recording Possible

    Troubleshooting No Computer Connection / No Recording Possible You cannot establish a connection to the computer. The USB-ME-System channel layout is not available in MC_Rack. When loading a previously saved virtual rack file, you will get an error message and the simulator will be started automatically.

  • Page 28: Triggering / Digital Input Does Not Work

    USB-ME-System Manual Triggering / Digital Input does not Work You have connected a TTL source (for example, the Sync Out of a stimulus generator) to the digital output D0 of the USB-ME-System, and configured the virtual rack in MC_Rack for triggering displays or data acquisition by the TTL source, but you do not see any sweeps.

  • Page 29: Appendix

    Appendix Contact Information Local retailer Please see the list of official MCS distributors on the MCS web site. User forum The Multi Channel Systems User Forum provides the opportunity for you to exchange your experience or thoughts with other users worldwide. Mailing list If you have subscribed to the mailing list, you will be automatically informed about new software releases, upcoming events, and other news on the product line.

  • Page 30: Scope Of Delivery

    USB-ME-System Manual Scope of Delivery USB-ME main device USB 2.0 High Speed cable (type A - mini B) 1 - 7 Lemo coaxial cable with BNC and Lemo connectors (1 m) Power cable: Lemo 4 mm connector Power supply unit with country specific power cord Data acquisition and analysis software Multi Channel Suite (Version 1.2.2 or higher) Data acquisition and analysis software MC_Rack (Version 3.6.3 or higher)

  • Page 31: Pin Layout

    Index Pin Layout Analog IN Pin Layout 68-Pin MCS Standard Connector Pin 1 GNDP (power GNDP GNDP GNDP ground) Pin 2 GNDS (signal GNDS GNDS GNDS ground) Pin 3 - 66 Channels 1 - 64 65 - 128 129 - 192 193 - 256 Pin 67 Pos.
  • Page 32 USB-ME-System Manual Digital IN / OUT Connector 68-Pin MCS Standard Connector Digital Out D0 Bit 0 of the 16 bit digital output channels (Pin 3) GNDP (power ground) GNDS (signal ground) 3 - 10 Digital output channels bit 0 - 7 11 - 14 GNDS (signal ground) 15 - 22...

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

    Index Technical Specifications The USB-ME-System is an Analog / Digital board converting analog signals in digital data streams in real- time. Warning: The device may only be used together with MEA-Systems or ME-Systems from Multi Channel Systems MCS GmbH, and only for the specified purpose. Damage of the device and even fatal injuries can result from improper use.
  • Page 34 USB-ME-System Manual Interface and connectors Front panel 1 / 2 / 4 Digital Inputs Lemo connector, EPL.00.250 NTN 1 / 2 / 4 x 64 Analog In 68-pin MCS standard connectors, MCS high grade cable Rear panel 1 16 Bit Digital In / Out 68-pin MCS standard connectors, MCS high grade cable 1 Digital Out D0 Lemo connector, EPL.00.250 NTN...

  • Page 35: Index

    Index Index...
  • Page 36 USB-ME-System Manual...
  • Page 37 No Recording Possible Accessories Operator's Obligations Ordering Information Bios settings Accessories .......... 24 ME amplifiers ........24 MEA amplifiers ........24 Connecting the System MEA-Systems ........24 Connecting with a STG ME-Systems ......... 24 Contact Information Microelectrode Arrays ......24 Spare parts ..........

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