The Micro1401-3 is a low cost, versatile data acquisition unit. The on-board processor with high speed memory is optimised for real time processing, free from the constraints of the host computer operating system. Fast and accurate sampling coupled with simultaneous output offers extensive on-line experimental control.
Fast data acquisition and analysis
The Micro3 records waveform data, digital (event) and marker information and can simultaneously generate waveform and digital outputs in real-time for multi-tasking experimental control. It features high-speed waveform capture at rates up to 500kHz with 16-bit resolution. The 32-bit RISC processor allows complex on-line analysis while freeing time for the host computer to perform other tasks, such as data manipulation and further analysis.
Expandable for advanced applications
The expandable design of the Micro3 enables users to configure their systems to suit specific requirements. For more demanding applications, options include:
12 or 24 additional channels of BNC terminated waveform input
64 channels of mass terminated waveform input
Time lock (synchronization) of multiple Micro1401s and Power1401s
Event channels (time stamp) expansion
CED application software
The CED Spike2 and Signal applications customise the system for use in a wide range of research areas. Advanced software features include on-line spike sorting in Spike2 and fast sweep modes in Signal when using the Micro3.
A selection of expansion units allows enhancement of the Micro3 to suit your application
Signal - sweep-based data capture and analysis
CED Micro1401-3 technical specifications
Waveform I/O
Waveform input: 4 channels on base unit more details Total of 16, 28 or 64 waveform inputs via expansion units
ADC: 16-bit, 500 kHz maximum aggregate sampling rate
Waveform output: 2 channels more details DACs: 16-bit, 5 microsecond settling time
Waveform I/O user selectable ±5V, or ±10V
System accuracy and noise: 0.05% of full scale ±1.5 bits RMS
Digital I/O Digital inputs and outputs 5V TTL compatible, inputs over-voltage protected
16 digital inputs, 8 with change-of-state detection to micro-second accuracy
16 digital outputs, 8 clocked for microsecond accurate switching
Handshake lines for byte input and output more details
Clock and Events 5 programmable clocks with 100nS resolution more details BNC socket for clock inputs and event (clock start) connections
Processor and memory 32-bit ARM7 processor running at 90 MHz
4 MBytes of fast read-write memory
Case and power supply Size: 366 x 48 x 217mm (14.4 x 1.75 x 8.5 ins) (W x H x D)
Rack mount for standard 19 inch laboratory racks
12 Volt DC power option for mobile, trolley or remote applications
External 110-240V 50-60 Hz auto-sensing power supply, 15W approx.
Synchronization Synchronize (time lock) multiple Micro1401s and Power1401s
Host interface USB 2.0
Rear view of the Micro1401-3
Expansion units
For users who require more inputs and outputs than are available on the standard unit, we offer several expansion options in the form of top-boxes.
ADC12 (3001-3) - 12 additional channels of waveform input; fit two units for 24 additional channels
ADC64 (3701-64) - 64 additional channels of waveform input; fit two units for 128 channels
Spike2 Expansion (3001-9) - 6 channels of event inputs and 6 digital outputs brought to front panel BNCs
Event Expander(2501-12) - Stand-alone 12-channel event expansion in addition to the 8 dedicated change of state inputs
Compatibility
Software compatible with CED 1401, Power1401 and 1401plus at application level
Runs CED Spike2, Signal and applications written for the CED 1401 family of interfaces
Drivers for Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP (32-bit and 64-bit), Vista (32-bit and 64-bit) and Windows 7.
Intel Macintosh running Windows.
