Is the X-Headstage compatible with NeuroNexus SmartBox or other Intan-based digital control systems?
Yes, a pin-remap adaptor will be needed. If no existing adapter is available, KONTEX can custom-make the adaptors to interface with other systems if pinouts can be provided. Contact us for more details.
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Is X-Headstage's HDMI connector solution same as ones used by other vendors (such as NeuroNexus' Smartbox)?
The X-Headstage is designed to leverage consumer tech HDMI accessories, so we carefully mapped the signal circuit to ensure maximum compatibility. NeuroNexus and other vendors custom-made the HDMI cable for their specifications and, therefore, have ...
How is X-Headstage different than Intan's RHD-/RHS-2000 chips?
The X-Headstage features a KONTEX-designed chip package based on Intan's frontend ASICs. Our chip package enables multi-die integration and SiP class interposer technology to route IOs across the top and the bottom of the chip. This enables more ...
Do I need to use the KONTEX XDAQ system to use the X-Headstage?
No, you could use any existing Intan-compatible controllers (from Intan, Open-Ephys, NeuroNexus Smartbox, etc.). The X-Headstage is designed to use the micro HDMI connector, which is easy to plug in and can leverage our low-cost, ultra-flexible cable ...
Selecting and Configuring the X-Headstage
Currently, KONTEX offers several types of X-Headstages X3R32: 32ch recording headstage X3R64: 64ch recording headstage XeR64: e-series 64ch recording headstage XeSR16: e-series 16ch switchable stimulation + recording headstage XeSR32: e-series 32ch ...
What probes or electrodes are compatible with X-Headstage?
The X-Headstage can be used with most high (1-5MOhm) or low (1-100kOhm) impedance electrodes, commercially available or homemade. Be mindful that high-impedance electrodes might not be suitable for stimulation experiments, as x3SR has a compliance ...