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1.1 The Quick-20 and the Quick-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 Parts of the Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Sensor Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1 Inserting the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Installing the Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Starting the Acquisition Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1 Placing the Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Optimizing Sensor Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 About the Manual 1.1 The Quick-20 and the Quick-30 ....2 Standard Package Contents 3 About the Quick Headsets 3.1 Parts of the Headset ..... . . 3.2 Sensor Layout . - Page 2 6 Beginning a Recording 6.1 Using the Cognionics Data Acquisition Software ..6.2 Using the microSD Card .....
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Page 3: About The Manual
CHAPTER About the Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your new Cognionics Quick Series Dry EEG Headset. This manual is organized as a detailed step-by-step guide on setting up and using the device. Please read through the entire manual first to familiarize yourself with the operation of your headset before proceeding with your first... -
Page 5: Standard Package Contents
CHAPTER Standard Package Contents Your Quick-20 or Quick-30 kit includes all of the necessary components for conducting dry EEG recordings: 1. Quick-20/Quick-30 Headset - The dry EEG headset containing the amplifier and wireless transmitter. 2. Bluetooth Dongle - Each Quick headset is paired to a dedicated high- reliability, high-speed reciever dongle which plugs into your computer’s USB port. - Page 6 2. Standard Package Contents 9. Electric Cleaning Brush - Motorized brush for cleaning the Quick-20 and Quick-30 Headsets. 10. Hand Sanitizer - Fluid for use with the cleaning brush. Depending on your specific configuration, your headset may look di↵erent from that shown in the pictures below. You may have also received additional components such as our Wireless Trigger or Auxiliary Input Module.
- Page 7 Standard Quick Kit Components...
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Page 9: About The Quick Headsets
CHAPTER About the Quick Headsets 3.1 Parts of the Headset The Cognionics Quick-20 and Quick-30 integrate the EEG amplifier and wireless transmitter into an easy-to-use, self-contained headset. The main components include: 1. Power Button - Push button to turn the headset on and o↵. The power button is also used as a reset switch to bring the amplifier’s settings to... - Page 10 3. About the Quick Headsets 6. Sensor Pod - Each sensor pod is capable of swiveling to match the contours of the head. The pod also houses an active amplifier to bu↵er the EEG signal and a conductive outer layer, forming a faraday cage, to shield the electrode from external electrical interference.
- Page 11 3.1. Parts of the Headset Trigger Status LED Power LED Connector for +Blue Dim – Trigger in range Green – On +Blue Flash – New marker received +Red Blink – 20% battery life the Auxiliary Input Module +Red – 10% battery life or Wired Data Dongle Power Button microSD Slot...
- Page 12 3. About the Quick Headsets Power Button Flexible Leg Sensor Connector Sensor Pod Ear Pad Ear Clip Connector Battery Cover...
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Page 13: Sensor Layout
3.2. Sensor Layout 3.2 Sensor Layout The standard Quick-20 follows the international 10-20 layout with a total of 23 electrode positions (20-channels plus reference plus 2 grounds). The standard Quick-30 incorporates all of these positions as well as 10 extra channels. The common reference is located at A1 via the ear clip. -
Page 14: Specifications
3. About the Quick Headsets Standard full Quick series sensor placement. The headsets are seen from the front. The Quick headsets approximate the standard 10-20 layout across most head sizes, though the Quick-30 has additional channels. 3.3 Specifications... - Page 15 Noise 0.7 µV RMS from 1-50 Hz, shorted inputs Wireless Custom high-speed Bluetooth Power Lithium-ion, 8 hr wireless, 16 hr microSD Triggering Cognionics wireless trigger (USB or Full) Note: specifications subject to change depending on model revisions and requested customizations.
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Page 17: Preparing The Headset
CHAPTER Preparing the Headset 4.1 Inserting the Battery Make sure the batteries are fully charged. Place the provided lithium-ion batteries into the charger and wait until the charger indicates that the battery is full. Both the Quick-30 and Quick-20 feature dual hot-swappable batteries on each earpad. - Page 18 4. Preparing the Headset (a) Open the battery cover. (b) Insert one lithium-ion battery. Make sure that the battery is inserted in the correct orientation. The metal contacts on the battery should be oriented towards the top of the headset.
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Page 19: Installing The Sensors
4.2. Installing the Sensors 4.2 Installing the Sensors Flex sensors should be used on areas with hair. On most subjects, this is all positions except for Fp1, Fp2, F7 and F8. Positions where the subject has no hair should be equipped with drypad sensors. (a) Grasp the sensor and (b) push down on the center of the sensor into the receptacle. - Page 20 4. Preparing the Headset (a) Grab the two supplied ear clip wires. Pinch the ear clip to expose the snap connector and (b) insert a drypad sensor, if one is not already installed. (a) Grab the connector end of the ear clip wire. (b) Firmly insert the connector into the jacks at the base of each ear band.
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Page 21: Starting The Acquisition Software
4.3. Starting the Acquisition Software 4.3 Starting the Acquisition Software Have the Cognionics Data Acquisition software installed and ready. Refer to the software manual for detailed instructions on setup and usage. You can download the latest copy here: http://www.cognionics.com/wiki/ Note: This section assumes that you are using the Cognionics Data Acqui- sition software. - Page 22 4. Preparing the Headset Double click on the icon for the Cognionics Data Acquisition Software. You should see your headset’s name (Quick-20 or Quick-30) under ’Discovered Devices’. If you do not, please remove and re-insert the dongle, then restart the software. Select your headset and click on the ’Connect’ button. You should see a small pop-up window asking if you wish to auto-configure.
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Page 23: Applying The Headset
CHAPTER Applying the Headset 5.1 Placing the Headset The Quick-20 and Quick-30 are designed to be easily self-applied. However, we recommend that you first practice on another subject to familiarize yourself with the procedure. If you are attempting to self-apply the system, please have a mirror handy to help with the process. - Page 24 5. Applying the Headset (a) Grasp each ear band and pull them gently apart to open the headset and slide the system on to the subject’s head. Adjust the position of the headset so that the ear cups fit around the subject’s ears. (b) Brush aside excess hair near and underneath the ear cups.
- Page 25 5.1. Placing the Headset Check during the application process to make sure that none of the legs or pods are misaligned. (a) Example of leg folded underneath another leg or band. If this happens, grasp the leg or band and push it into the correct location.
- Page 26 5. Applying the Headset (a) Lift the ear cup to access the ear lobe and pinch open the ear clip. (b) Place the ear clip on the earlobe of the subject. If the subject’s earlobe is too small for the drypad, you can alternatively place the drypad of ear clip on the back of the ear.
- Page 27 5.1. Placing the Headset Finally, verify that your headset is properly positioned on the subject’s head. The Fp1 and Fp2 sensor pods should rest above the subject’s eyebrows for both the Quick-20 and Quick-30. The crown should be sitting on the top of the subject’s head and the earcups should rest securely around the subject’s ears.
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Page 28: Optimizing Sensor Contact
After properly positioning the headset on the subject, the next step is to obtain su cient contact on all sensors before proceeding with the EEG recording. For this step, you will need to bring up the impedance check in the Cognionics Data Acquisition software under the Channels tab. The impedance check presents a color coded map of the sensors in the headset. - Page 29 5.2. Optimizing Sensor Contact (a) First gently push down on the headset until (b) the Cz position (circled) reports adequate contact. If necessary, adjust the length of the ear bands to keep the headset and Cz in contact with the subject’s head. It is very important that the headset is seated properly in the correct position and that all of the legs and pods are correctly aligned with the subject’s head before pushing down.
- Page 30 5. Applying the Headset For each location that does not have su cient contact, (a) grasp and lift the pod slightly. If the subject has dense hair, move aside the hair directly underneath the sensor pod. Lower the pod back in place, keeping the sensor aligned with the subject’s head.
- Page 31 5.2. Optimizing Sensor Contact If any sensor locations are particularly di cult, you can apply a small amount of hand sanitizing liquid to help improve contact quality. (a) Dispense enough liquid to form a thin layer on your finger. (b) Transfer the liquid only to the tips on the sensor.
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Page 33: Beginning A Recording
CHAPTER Beginning a Recording 6.1 Using the Cognionics Data Acquisition Software After you have successfully made all the positions reach an acceptable impedance level, under the Device tab, click Record to begin your recording. To end the recording, under the same tab, click Stop Recording. -
Page 35: Ending A Session
CHAPTER Ending a Session 7.1 Removing the Headset Close out the current file in the software if one is active and exit the program. Press the power button once to turn the headset o↵. You may wish to also remove the battery and place it in the charger. The Quick-20 can be rapidly removed from the subject. -
Page 37: Care And Handling
“Quick-20 and 30 Cleaning and Care Guide”. To learn about maintenance and care for the sensors, refer to ’‘Drypad Cleaning and Care Guide” and “Flex Sensor Cleaning and Care Guide”. If your Cleaning and Care Guides aren’t handy, they can be found at http://www.cognionics.com/wiki/... -
Page 39: Troubleshooting
Do not insert a microSD card unless you intend to record directly to the memory card. 9.3 Other Issues Once your headset is operational, our Quick series resources at http://www.cognionics.com/wiki/ can help you troubleshoot any issue you might have with connectivity, sig-... - Page 40 9. Troubleshooting nal quality, or hardware. If you find still have issues, please contact us at info@cognionics.com...
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