What is the intended use of the vertical or no-lock adapter for the same probe connector?
The regular X-Headstage adapters include screw sockets to lock the X-Headstage to the adapter securely.
The no-lock (or SKU with -M) adapter has a minimal footprint and can be used with M armor.
The vertical design (or SKU with -V) moves the X-Headstage higher away from the skull and allows more space to install more implants.
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My electrode uses a different kind of connector than what is on the X-Headstage. Can I still use the X-Headstage?
Yes. If you use connectors commonly used in neuroscience, chances are we already have adaptors made. The X-Headstage is designed for minimal size and thus has carefully chosen these small industrial connectors. The adaptor-based approach offers the ...
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 ...
How much do the adapters weight?
SKU Description Weight (g) Adpt-A16 Acute 16ch Probe Adapter 16.35 Adpt-A32 Acute 32ch Probe Adapter 15.10 Adpt-A64 Acute 64ch Probe Adapter 19.50 Adpt-OM16 Omnetics 16ch Probe Adapter 0.47 Adpt-OM16V Omnetics 16ch Probe Adapter Vertical Design 0.49 ...
Handling the X-Headstage
Properly handling the X-Headstage will prolong its lifetime and reliability. To plugin connect the EIB/Probe/Adapter, align the two units directly on top of each other and exert equal force along the entire area. If the connectors are plugged in ...
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 ...