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  • Page 1 INSTRUMENTS making science easier MA3300 Audio Monitor Owner’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Th is document was, as far as possible, accurate at the time of release. However, changes may have been made to the soft ware and hardware it describes since then. ADInstruments Pty Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifi cation as required. Late-breaking information may be supplied separately.
  • Page 3: General Description

    General Description Instrument Features The Model 3300 Audio Monitor is a high quality audio amplifier designed to transform electrophysiological signals into sounds. This amplifier features a built-in 6-band audio equalizer that enables the user to tailor the audio performance to their personal satisfaction, a high-fidelity quality speaker, a dedicated notch filter designed to minimize noise interference generated by power lines, a headphone jack, and an BNC line out jack that enables the the Model 3300 to be used as another signal amplifier prior to...
  • Page 4 This alerts the user to imminent death or serious injury arising DANGER from misuse of the stimulator. This alerts the user to possible death or serious injury arising WARNING from misuse of the stimulator. This alerts the user to possible injury or damage to property CAUTION arising from misuse of the stimulator.
  • Page 5 GENERAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS This device is intended for use only by qualified medical personnel. Use only our approved products with this device. Use of non-approved products or in a non- approved manner may affect the performance specifications of the device. This includes, but is not limited to, batteries, recording paper, pens, extension cables, electrode leads, input boxes and AC power.
  • Page 6 CAUTION United States law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Operator’s Manual 1001...
  • Page 7 EMC RELATED CAUTION This equipment and/or system complies with the International Standard IEC 60601-2 for electromagnetic compatibility for medical electrical equipment and/or system. However, an electromagnetic environment that exceeds the limits or levels stipulated in IEC 60601-1-2, can cause harmful interference to the equipment and/or system or cause the equipment and/or system to fail to perform its intended function or degrade its intended performance.
  • Page 8 8. Use of unspecified configuration: When the equipment and/or system is used with the unspecified system configuration different than the configuration of EMC testing, it may cause increased electromagnetic emission or decreased electromagnetic immunity. Only use this equipment and/or system with the specified configuration. 9.
  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ........... 2 Specifications ..........35 Features ............2 Stimulation Trigger ........... 35 Configuration ............. 3 Main Interval ............35 Stimulation Waveform Setup ......35 Peripheral Devices ..........3 Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration ..4 Stimulation Output ........... 36 Synchronized Output Signal ......
  • Page 11: Introduction

    Introduction The electronic stimulator is used for the basic physiological and pharmacological research and experiments. WARNING This device is designed for experimental and research applications and must not be used for therapeutic purposes. By simple operation of the panel, a single pulse, pair pulse, train pulse and repeat pulse according to main interval can be output, as well as various mixed waveforms in combination with an external signal, and a biphasic pulse.
  • Page 12: Configuration

    Configuration Peripheral Devices Oscilloscope Data Processor Setup Data Computer TRIG to ISO Electronic Stimulator 1001 OUTPUT Isolator Patch Clamp Amplifier Microelectrode Amplifier Membrane Potential Fixing Amplifier [Fig.1] Introduction...
  • Page 13: Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration

    Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration F-ROM for writing Serial 1 Serial 0 Communications to Data Processor Communications Unit Unit SCI-A SCI-B EEPROM Settings TRIG LEVEL Stimulation Output Voltage Stimulation Signal Isolator Range Amplifier Information Stimulation Voltage (Detected Value) [Fig.2] Introduction...
  • Page 14: Precautionary Labels And Indications

    Precautionary Labels and Indications See the relevant reference page for details of each label or indication. CAUTION If this instrument is connected to other peripheral devices, be sure that they are connected in the manner specified by the manufacturer. Only connect devices specified by the manufacturer. Connection to non-specified devices may result in electric shock to the operator by current of leakage.
  • Page 15: List Of Symbols

    List of Symbols The following symbols are used in connection with the stimulator. An explanation of each symbol is given in the table below. * When the description of a symbol used for the stimulator differs from JIS standards, it is shown in brackets. Symbol Description Symbol...
  • Page 16: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts Front Stimulation Waveform Output Memory Main Interval Stimulation Waveform Setup [Fig.5] Power On/Off External Trigger Biphasic•EMixing•EModulation•EDC Dial Power On/Off This button is used to turn the power on and off. [Fig.6] Name Function 1Power Button When the power button is pressed (ON position), the power indicator lamp 2Power Indicator Lamp lights and the power is turned on.
  • Page 17: Main Interval

    Main Interval Controls the repeat cycle (T1) and repeat count (N1) as well as starting and stopping of stimulation. (The timing signal created here acts becomes the trigger as MAIN INTERVAL and is not a direct stimulation waveform.) [Fig.8] Name Function 5Stimulation interval (T1) Displays the repeat interval (T1) setting.
  • Page 18 Name Function AMAIN INTERVAL operation lamp Lights when MAIN INTERVAL is operating. (As it is sometimes difficult to tell whether MAIN INTERVAL is operating when a long interval has been set, operation can be judged by checking the lamp.) Disabled MAIN INTERVAL signal...
  • Page 19: External Trigger (Ext Trig)

    External Trigger (EXT TRIG) Like MAIN INTERVAL, this generates a trigger pulse. It is used to control the stimulation repeat cycle by an external signal. When EXT is selected with the trigger selector button, stimulation occurs in synchronization with the signal that is input to the external trigger terminal on the rear of the stimulator.
  • Page 20 Name Function BTrigger level adjustment knob Selects whether the trigger is activated at the signal level that is input to the (EXT TRIG LEVEL) external trigger terminal (on rear). Adjustment range: 0 to ±10 V. If the sweep-wave output from the oscilloscope is used as the external trigger signal, the stimulation pulse can be monitored at any position on the oscilloscope tube by setting the level adjustment knob.
  • Page 21: Stimulation Waveform Setup

    Stimulation Waveform Setup This component receives the main interval trigger signal, external trigger signal, etc., sets the stimulation wave and timing and sends the signal for stimulation output. The stimulation wave is determined by the four parameters in the figure below.
  • Page 22 Name Function CTrigger signal selector key Selects a trigger signal. The lamp for the selected key lights. (MAIN, EXT) MAIN: Signal generated by MAIN INTERVAL described above EXT: Signal generated by EXTERNAL TRIGGER described above DDelay time display Sets the delay time (T2) until the channel outputs a stimulation pulse after the (DELAY) trigger signal is received.
  • Page 23: Stimulation Waveform Output

    Stimulation Waveform Output This sets the polarity of the waveform generated by stimulation waveform setup and the output voltage. [Fig.15] Name Function IPolarity selector key Switches the polarity of the stimulation pulse. indicates positive polarity , OFF, negative polarity. The selection governs both the isolator connector and the output terminals. Output is 0 V when OFF is selected.
  • Page 24 Name Function KOutput selector key When the key is pressed, the lamp lights and 5 times the normal voltage of 0 to (±50 V / ±10 V) ±10 V is supplied to the output terminal. This can be used for field stimulation. (max.
  • Page 25: Biphasic, Mix, Modu, Dc, Altn

    BIPHASIC, MIX, MODU, DC, ALTN These keys are used when stimulation is performed by biphasic wave, a composite wave created by mixing with an external waveform, a waveform where the external signal has been modulated by internal oscillation, or with DC voltage. O P QRS [Fig.17] Function...
  • Page 26 Name Function QWaveform modulation key Press this key to modulate the external signal to the waveform created in (MODU) stimulation waveform setup described above. (The lamp lights.) Connect the modulated signal to the MODU terminal on the rear of the stimulator. The VOLTAGE setting is disabled when this key is pressed.
  • Page 27: Memory

    Memory Settings can be saved for retrieval later. [Fig.20] Function Name TMemory keys To save the settings, press P1 or P2 for more than 2 seconds. The current settings are saved to the selected memory. (P1, P2) Pressing P1 or P2 briefly later will retrieve and apply the saved settings. Description of Parts...
  • Page 28: Rear

    Rear INPUT OUTPUT MAIN MAIN KEY MAIN SET CYCLES START START STOP INTERVAL TRIG " to PC SPEAKER AC SOURCE TRAIN TRIG MODU DELAY INTERVAL [Fig.21] External input Synchronization signal Serial output terminal Power terminals output terminals Power AC SOURCE [Fig.22] Name Function...
  • Page 29: External Signal Input Terminals

    External Signal Input Terminals [Note] Input the signals to the input terminals in the range specified in the input conditions. If the signal exceeds the range, it may cause failure or malfunction. INPUT OUTPUT MAIN MAIN KEY MAIN SET CYCLES START START STOP...
  • Page 30 Name Function 8Mixing signal input terminal Input the desired signal to this terminal to combine it with an external signal (MIX) when performing stimulation. The mixed signal can be obtained by pressing the MIX key on the front panel after connecting the signal. /Input conditions Input impedance: approx.
  • Page 31: Synchronizing Signal Output Terminal

    Synchronizing Signal Output Terminal The following signal is provided as a synchronizing signal for other devices. The synchronizing signal is output regardless of the MIX, MODU or DC polarity selector keys or the VOLTAGE setting. For example, even when the DC key is pressed and no pulse is output, the END and DELAY pulses are output according to stimulation waveform setup.
  • Page 32: Serial Output

    name Function Delay signal output terminal Generates a pulse that is synchronized with the delay signal generated by (DELAY) stimulation waveform setup. (See Fig.12 for the timing.) Interval signal output terminal Generates a pulse that is synchronized with the interval. (See Fig.12 for the (INTERVAL) timing.) Train end signal output terminal...
  • Page 33: General Handling Precautions

    General Handling Precautions CAUTION The electronic stimulator has a high voltage output capacity of up to ±50 V. Directly touching the output terminals or electrodes during stimulation or when the power cable is connected during inspection and the stimulator is operable may result in electric shock.
  • Page 34 The output terminal has a short-circuit protective circuit, but avoid short- circuiting for long periods as this may adversely affect the performance of the stimulator. When the power is turned on, output is momentarily unstable and a spike pulse may be generated. When stimulating, this spike may become the stimulation pulse.
  • Page 35: Preparation

    Preparation Installing the Serial Converter Driver Software Turn on the PC is installed the Scope application. End the Scope application once while the Scope application is operating. Set the CD-ROM of the driver software attached to the electronic stimulator to the CD drive of the PC. Turn on the electronic stimulator.
  • Page 36 Installing the USB Serial Converter driver software is started. Click the Finish button to finish installing the USB Serial Converter driver software. The USB Serial Port driver software is continuously installed. The following window is displayed when waiting for a while. Click “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”, and then click the Next >...
  • Page 37 10. Click “Search for the best driver in these locations.”. Specify the CD-ROM drive, and then click the Next > button. 11. Installing the USB Serial Port driver software is started. 12. Click the Finish button to finish installing the USB Serial Port driver software.
  • Page 38: Scope Settings

    Scope Settings Initial setting of the Scope (PowerLab) 1) Click the Preferences, and then click the External Stimulator in the Edit menu on the Scope Application. The External Stimulator window is opened. 2) Select appropriate COM port, and check the Enable connection check box.
  • Page 39 Taking of the setting information of the electronic stimulator into the Scope application The Scope begins at the same time when the START button of the electronic stimulator is pushed. The setting information of the electronic stimulator is taken automatically into the Page Comment window on the Scope application.
  • Page 40 Setting the electronic stimulator from the Scope application The stimulation condition of the electronic stimulator can be set by the screen operation by the Scope application. 1) The Page Comment window is opened on an arbitrary screen of the Scope application, and the content is confirmed as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 41 4) Click the Paste button to the setting condition is put. 5) Confirm the setting condition is displayed, and then click the Write button. The setting condition is set to the electronic stimulator. Preparation...
  • Page 42: Installing The Stimulator

    Installing the Stimulator Take the following precautions when installing the stimulator. Avoid contact with water or chemicals. Also, avoid direct contact with mist or humidified air from a humidifier as this may cause malfunction or reduce the service life of the stimulator. Keep out of direct sunlight as this may result in an unexpected rise in temperature, causing malfunction or reducing the service life of the stimulator.
  • Page 43 When stimulating with the isolator, connect the isolator to the [to ISO] output connector. [Note] /When connecting the isolator, tighten the screw firmly to prevent the cable from coming loose. /When connecting the stimulation output cable, connect the cable securely to prevent it from coming loose. If necessary, connect an oscilloscope and recorder and data acquisition/ analysis system, etc.
  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Stimulation Trigger Main Interval (1) START A) MANUAL switch (front panel) B) START INPUT (rear) Input pulse: +3.5 V or over, 10 µs or over Input impedance: 10 kilohms or over C) Short-circuit of KEY terminal (rear) and E terminal 2) STOP A) MANUAL switch (front panel) B) STOP INPUT (rear)
  • Page 45: Stimulation Output

    4) TRAIN Setting range: 1 to 999 Continuous operation when set to “run” Stimulation Output 1) Output polarity and OFF Polarity switch: Positive/negative polarity (No effect on MODULATION or MIXING polarity) OFF: No output to ISOLATOR or OUTPUT 2) MODULATION Amplitude: Depends on amplitude of external signal including polarity (Max.
  • Page 46: Synchronized Output Signal

    7) ±50 V output Linearity: 0 to ±5 V, within ±100 mV ±5 V to ±50 V, within ±5% Output impedance: 10 ohms or less Output waveform: 7 µs or less both rising and falling Excessive deviation: 10% or less Maximum output current: 400 mA or over Synchronized Output Signal 1) Output signal name...
  • Page 47: Durability

    Durability 6 years (based on self-certification of company data) Installation Indoor installation type Safety Standards Applicable safety standards: IEC 60601-1 IEC 60601-1-2 :2001 Type of protection against electrical shock: Class I Degree of protection against electrical shock where attached: B applied parts Degree of protection against harmful ingress or liquids: IPX0 (devices w/o special protection) Mode of operation: Continuous operation...
  • Page 48 Guidance and manufacture’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the 1001 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment guidance The 1001 uses RF energy only for its internal function.
  • Page 49 Guidance and manufacture’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the 1001 should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 test Electromagnetic environment - guidance Immunity test Compliance level...
  • Page 50 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the 1001 This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the 1101 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the 1001 as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications.
  • Page 51 Th is document was, as far as possible, accurate at the time of release. However, changes may have been made to the soft ware and hardware it describes since then. ADInstruments Pty Ltd. reserves the right to alter specifi cation as required. Late-breaking information may be supplied separately.
  • Page 52 This alerts the user to imminent death or serious injury arising DANGER from misuse of the stimulator. This alerts the user to possible death or serious injury arising WARNING from misuse of the stimulator. This alerts the user to possible injury or damage to property CAUTION arising from misuse of the stimulator.
  • Page 53 GENERAL HANDLING PRECAUTIONS This device is intended for use only by qualified medical personnel. Use only our approved products with this device. Use of non-approved products or in a non- approved manner may affect the performance specifications of the device. This includes, but is not limited to, batteries, recording paper, pens, extension cables, electrode leads, input boxes and AC power.
  • Page 54 CAUTION United States law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Operator’s Manual 1001...
  • Page 55 EMC RELATED CAUTION This equipment and/or system complies with the International Standard IEC 60601-2 for electromagnetic compatibility for medical electrical equipment and/or system. However, an electromagnetic environment that exceeds the limits or levels stipulated in IEC 60601-1-2, can cause harmful interference to the equipment and/or system or cause the equipment and/or system to fail to perform its intended function or degrade its intended performance.
  • Page 56 8. Use of unspecified configuration: When the equipment and/or system is used with the unspecified system configuration different than the configuration of EMC testing, it may cause increased electromagnetic emission or decreased electromagnetic immunity. Only use this equipment and/or system with the specified configuration. 9.
  • Page 58 Contents Introduction ........... 2 Specifications ..........35 Features ............2 Stimulation Trigger ........... 35 Configuration ............. 3 Main Interval ............35 Stimulation Waveform Setup ......35 Peripheral Devices ..........3 Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration ..4 Stimulation Output ........... 36 Synchronized Output Signal ......
  • Page 59: Introduction

    Introduction The electronic stimulator is used for the basic physiological and pharmacological research and experiments. WARNING This device is designed for experimental and research applications and must not be used for therapeutic purposes. By simple operation of the panel, a single pulse, pair pulse, train pulse and repeat pulse according to main interval can be output, as well as various mixed waveforms in combination with an external signal, and a biphasic pulse.
  • Page 60: Configuration

    Configuration Peripheral Devices Oscilloscope Data Processor Setup Data Computer TRIG to ISO Electronic Stimulator 1001 OUTPUT Isolator Patch Clamp Amplifier Microelectrode Amplifier Membrane Potential Fixing Amplifier [Fig.1] Introduction...
  • Page 61: Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration

    Electronic Stimulator 1001 Hardware Configuration F-ROM for writing Serial 1 Serial 0 Communications to Data Processor Communications Unit Unit SCI-A SCI-B EEPROM Settings TRIG LEVEL Stimulation Output Voltage Stimulation Signal Isolator Range Amplifier Information Stimulation Voltage (Detected Value) [Fig.2] Introduction...
  • Page 62: Precautionary Labels And Indications

    Precautionary Labels and Indications See the relevant reference page for details of each label or indication. CAUTION If this instrument is connected to other peripheral devices, be sure that they are connected in the manner specified by the manufacturer. Only connect devices specified by the manufacturer. Connection to non-specified devices may result in electric shock to the operator by current of leakage.
  • Page 63: List Of Symbols

    List of Symbols The following symbols are used in connection with the stimulator. An explanation of each symbol is given in the table below. * When the description of a symbol used for the stimulator differs from JIS standards, it is shown in brackets. Symbol Description Symbol...
  • Page 64: Description Of Parts

    Description of Parts Front Stimulation Waveform Output Memory Main Interval Stimulation Waveform Setup [Fig.5] Power On/Off External Trigger Biphasic•EMixing•EModulation•EDC Dial Power On/Off This button is used to turn the power on and off. [Fig.6] Name Function 1Power Button When the power button is pressed (ON position), the power indicator lamp 2Power Indicator Lamp lights and the power is turned on.
  • Page 65: Main Interval

    Main Interval Controls the repeat cycle (T1) and repeat count (N1) as well as starting and stopping of stimulation. (The timing signal created here acts becomes the trigger as MAIN INTERVAL and is not a direct stimulation waveform.) [Fig.8] Name Function 5Stimulation interval (T1) Displays the repeat interval (T1) setting.
  • Page 66 Name Function AMAIN INTERVAL operation lamp Lights when MAIN INTERVAL is operating. (As it is sometimes difficult to tell whether MAIN INTERVAL is operating when a long interval has been set, operation can be judged by checking the lamp.) Disabled MAIN INTERVAL signal...
  • Page 67: External Trigger (Ext Trig)

    External Trigger (EXT TRIG) Like MAIN INTERVAL, this generates a trigger pulse. It is used to control the stimulation repeat cycle by an external signal. When EXT is selected with the trigger selector button, stimulation occurs in synchronization with the signal that is input to the external trigger terminal on the rear of the stimulator.
  • Page 68 Name Function BTrigger level adjustment knob Selects whether the trigger is activated at the signal level that is input to the (EXT TRIG LEVEL) external trigger terminal (on rear). Adjustment range: 0 to ±10 V. If the sweep-wave output from the oscilloscope is used as the external trigger signal, the stimulation pulse can be monitored at any position on the oscilloscope tube by setting the level adjustment knob.
  • Page 69: Stimulation Waveform Setup

    Stimulation Waveform Setup This component receives the main interval trigger signal, external trigger signal, etc., sets the stimulation wave and timing and sends the signal for stimulation output. The stimulation wave is determined by the four parameters in the figure below.
  • Page 70 Name Function CTrigger signal selector key Selects a trigger signal. The lamp for the selected key lights. (MAIN, EXT) MAIN: Signal generated by MAIN INTERVAL described above EXT: Signal generated by EXTERNAL TRIGGER described above DDelay time display Sets the delay time (T2) until the channel outputs a stimulation pulse after the (DELAY) trigger signal is received.
  • Page 71: Stimulation Waveform Output

    Stimulation Waveform Output This sets the polarity of the waveform generated by stimulation waveform setup and the output voltage. [Fig.15] Name Function IPolarity selector key Switches the polarity of the stimulation pulse. indicates positive polarity , OFF, negative polarity. The selection governs both the isolator connector and the output terminals. Output is 0 V when OFF is selected.
  • Page 72 Name Function KOutput selector key When the key is pressed, the lamp lights and 5 times the normal voltage of 0 to (±50 V / ±10 V) ±10 V is supplied to the output terminal. This can be used for field stimulation. (max.
  • Page 73: Biphasic, Mix, Modu, Dc, Altn

    BIPHASIC, MIX, MODU, DC, ALTN These keys are used when stimulation is performed by biphasic wave, a composite wave created by mixing with an external waveform, a waveform where the external signal has been modulated by internal oscillation, or with DC voltage. O P QRS [Fig.17] Function...
  • Page 74 Name Function QWaveform modulation key Press this key to modulate the external signal to the waveform created in (MODU) stimulation waveform setup described above. (The lamp lights.) Connect the modulated signal to the MODU terminal on the rear of the stimulator. The VOLTAGE setting is disabled when this key is pressed.
  • Page 75: Memory

    Memory Settings can be saved for retrieval later. [Fig.20] Function Name TMemory keys To save the settings, press P1 or P2 for more than 2 seconds. The current settings are saved to the selected memory. (P1, P2) Pressing P1 or P2 briefly later will retrieve and apply the saved settings. Description of Parts...
  • Page 76: Rear

    Rear INPUT OUTPUT MAIN MAIN KEY MAIN SET CYCLES START START STOP INTERVAL TRIG " to PC SPEAKER AC SOURCE TRAIN TRIG MODU DELAY INTERVAL [Fig.21] External input Synchronization signal Serial output terminal Power terminals output terminals Power AC SOURCE [Fig.22] Name Function...
  • Page 77: External Signal Input Terminals

    External Signal Input Terminals [Note] Input the signals to the input terminals in the range specified in the input conditions. If the signal exceeds the range, it may cause failure or malfunction. INPUT OUTPUT MAIN MAIN KEY MAIN SET CYCLES START START STOP...
  • Page 78 Name Function 8Mixing signal input terminal Input the desired signal to this terminal to combine it with an external signal (MIX) when performing stimulation. The mixed signal can be obtained by pressing the MIX key on the front panel after connecting the signal. /Input conditions Input impedance: approx.
  • Page 79: Synchronizing Signal Output Terminal

    Synchronizing Signal Output Terminal The following signal is provided as a synchronizing signal for other devices. The synchronizing signal is output regardless of the MIX, MODU or DC polarity selector keys or the VOLTAGE setting. For example, even when the DC key is pressed and no pulse is output, the END and DELAY pulses are output according to stimulation waveform setup.
  • Page 80: Serial Output

    name Function Delay signal output terminal Generates a pulse that is synchronized with the delay signal generated by (DELAY) stimulation waveform setup. (See Fig.12 for the timing.) Interval signal output terminal Generates a pulse that is synchronized with the interval. (See Fig.12 for the (INTERVAL) timing.) Train end signal output terminal...
  • Page 81: General Handling Precautions

    General Handling Precautions CAUTION The electronic stimulator has a high voltage output capacity of up to ±50 V. Directly touching the output terminals or electrodes during stimulation or when the power cable is connected during inspection and the stimulator is operable may result in electric shock.
  • Page 82 The output terminal has a short-circuit protective circuit, but avoid short- circuiting for long periods as this may adversely affect the performance of the stimulator. When the power is turned on, output is momentarily unstable and a spike pulse may be generated. When stimulating, this spike may become the stimulation pulse.
  • Page 83: Preparation

    Preparation Installing the Serial Converter Driver Software Turn on the PC is installed the Scope application. End the Scope application once while the Scope application is operating. Set the CD-ROM of the driver software attached to the electronic stimulator to the CD drive of the PC. Turn on the electronic stimulator.
  • Page 84 Installing the USB Serial Converter driver software is started. Click the Finish button to finish installing the USB Serial Converter driver software. The USB Serial Port driver software is continuously installed. The following window is displayed when waiting for a while. Click “Install from a list or specific location (Advanced)”, and then click the Next >...
  • Page 85 10. Click “Search for the best driver in these locations.”. Specify the CD-ROM drive, and then click the Next > button. 11. Installing the USB Serial Port driver software is started. 12. Click the Finish button to finish installing the USB Serial Port driver software.
  • Page 86: Scope Settings

    Scope Settings Initial setting of the Scope (PowerLab) 1) Click the Preferences, and then click the External Stimulator in the Edit menu on the Scope Application. The External Stimulator window is opened. 2) Select appropriate COM port, and check the Enable connection check box.
  • Page 87 Taking of the setting information of the electronic stimulator into the Scope application The Scope begins at the same time when the START button of the electronic stimulator is pushed. The setting information of the electronic stimulator is taken automatically into the Page Comment window on the Scope application.
  • Page 88 Setting the electronic stimulator from the Scope application The stimulation condition of the electronic stimulator can be set by the screen operation by the Scope application. 1) The Page Comment window is opened on an arbitrary screen of the Scope application, and the content is confirmed as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 89 4) Click the Paste button to the setting condition is put. 5) Confirm the setting condition is displayed, and then click the Write button. The setting condition is set to the electronic stimulator. Preparation...
  • Page 90: Installing The Stimulator

    Installing the Stimulator Take the following precautions when installing the stimulator. Avoid contact with water or chemicals. Also, avoid direct contact with mist or humidified air from a humidifier as this may cause malfunction or reduce the service life of the stimulator. Keep out of direct sunlight as this may result in an unexpected rise in temperature, causing malfunction or reducing the service life of the stimulator.
  • Page 91 When stimulating with the isolator, connect the isolator to the [to ISO] output connector. [Note] /When connecting the isolator, tighten the screw firmly to prevent the cable from coming loose. /When connecting the stimulation output cable, connect the cable securely to prevent it from coming loose. If necessary, connect an oscilloscope and recorder and data acquisition/ analysis system, etc.
  • Page 92: Specifications

    Specifications Stimulation Trigger Main Interval (1) START A) MANUAL switch (front panel) B) START INPUT (rear) Input pulse: +3.5 V or over, 10 µs or over Input impedance: 10 kilohms or over C) Short-circuit of KEY terminal (rear) and E terminal 2) STOP A) MANUAL switch (front panel) B) STOP INPUT (rear)
  • Page 93: Stimulation Output

    4) TRAIN Setting range: 1 to 999 Continuous operation when set to “run” Stimulation Output 1) Output polarity and OFF Polarity switch: Positive/negative polarity (No effect on MODULATION or MIXING polarity) OFF: No output to ISOLATOR or OUTPUT 2) MODULATION Amplitude: Depends on amplitude of external signal including polarity (Max.
  • Page 94: Synchronized Output Signal

    7) ±50 V output Linearity: 0 to ±5 V, within ±100 mV ±5 V to ±50 V, within ±5% Output impedance: 10 ohms or less Output waveform: 7 µs or less both rising and falling Excessive deviation: 10% or less Maximum output current: 400 mA or over Synchronized Output Signal 1) Output signal name...
  • Page 95: Durability

    Durability 6 years (based on self-certification of company data) Installation Indoor installation type Safety Standards Applicable safety standards: IEC 60601-1 IEC 60601-1-2 :2001 Type of protection against electrical shock: Class I Degree of protection against electrical shock where attached: B applied parts Degree of protection against harmful ingress or liquids: IPX0 (devices w/o special protection) Mode of operation: Continuous operation...
  • Page 96 Guidance and manufacture’s declaration - electromagnetic emissions This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the 1001 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test Compliance Electromagnetic environment guidance The 1001 uses RF energy only for its internal function.
  • Page 97 Guidance and manufacture’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the 1001 should assure that it is used in such an environment. IEC 60601 test Electromagnetic environment - guidance Immunity test Compliance level...
  • Page 98 Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the 1001 This Model 1001 is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the 1101 can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the 1001 as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications.
  • Page 99: Controls And Connectors

    Controls and Connectors Signals to be processed are connected to the Audio INPUT: Monitor at these two BNC jacks ( Ch. 1 Ch. 2 This toggle switch determines which of the two CHANNEL: input signals will be processed. This three position switch controls the level of signal GAIN: gain.
  • Page 100: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Typical Set-Up Procedure Turn the VOLUME control to the off position prior to connecting an input signal to either of the two input channels in order to prevent damage to the internal speaker or any nearby eardrums. Using the Channel Switch, select the desired input signal channel to be amplified. Determine the gain setting.
  • Page 101: Theory Of Operation

    Theory of Operation One of two inputs may be selected using the CHANNEL switch. The selected input is then amplified according to the setting of the GAIN switch. After amplification, the signal can be filtered at the frequency of the power line by use of the NOTCH filter. Particular narrow ranges of frequencies of the processed signal can then be boosted or attenuated using the GRAPHIC EQUALIZER.
  • Page 102 Specifications Amplifier Gain: 1V/V, 10V/V, 100V/V (+40dB) Sensitivity: 0.01V p-p Input resistance: 20MΩ Maximum input before LINE OUT clips: GAIN: x1 10.0V GAIN: x10 1.0V GAIN: x100 0.1V Maximum input before SPEAKER clips (with volume control fully clockwise) : GAIN: x1 1.0V GAIN: x10 0.1V...
  • Page 103: Physical Dimensions

    Specifications Power Amplifier (continued) Frequency response: 100Hz - 26kHz, -3dB points (470µf output capacitor) Amplification Physical Dimensions Width 8.5 inches (22 cm) Height 4.25 inches (11 cm) Depth 2.5 inches (7 cm) Weight 4 lbs. 131 Business Park Loop, P.O. Box 850 Carlsborg, Wa 98324 A-M Systems, Inc.
  • Page 104: Warranty And Service

    Warranty and Service What does this warranty cover? A-M Systems, Inc. warrants to the Purchaser that the Instrument, excluding cables, Headstage Probes and any other accessories shipped with the Instrument, (hereafter the “hardware”) is free from defects in workmanship or material under normal use and service for the period of one (1) year. This warranty commences on the date of delivery of the hardware to the Purchaser.

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