XDAQ
Optimizing Digital noise issue with XDAQ with X6R128 or Intan RHD2164
Issue Description Some XDAQ users have reported noise affecting blocks of 32 channels, particularly when using longer cables with KonteX's X6R128 or Intan RHD2164 chip/probes. This issue is likely due to nanosecond-scale timing inconsistencies in ...
What do the XDAQ Status LEDs mean?
XDAQ CORE LED Indicators SYS [ON] Program Loaded [Flashing] Hardware Error S1 [ON] Acquisition ON S2 [Flashing] Activities* in DIN1 S3 [Flashing] Activities* in DOUT1 P1 [ON] Headstage Detected on Port 1 (after software initialization) P2 [ON] ...
Adapters for the X-Headstage
The X-Headstages utilize ultra small connectors that may not directly interface with existing commercial electrodes. KonteX offers out-of-the-shelf adapters designs for commonly used neural connectors. This offers the added benefit of prolonging the ...
What options do I have to power the XDAQ?
The XDAQ CORE is powered by a supplied 35W USB-C PD (required power spec: 12V 3A). Note that some power bricks have limited driving capability, preventing the XDAQ from locking in the power (you will hear repeated clicking sounds). In this case, you ...
Can I use X3R and X3SR headstages at the same time with the XDAQ?
X3SR and X3R headstages use different control and communication protocols, so they cannot be controlled together. If you need more recording channels when running the X3SR headstage, you will need to add another X3SR headstage. Alternatively, when ...
What is the difference between XDAQ Core and One?
The XDAQ Core is the entry-level box supporting electrical stimulation and high-speed neural recording. It can drive up to 512ch of recording X-Headstages or up to 32ch of stim-record X-Headstages. XDAQ One is the solution for users needing higher ...
How do I use my old Intan headstages with XDAQ?
Use XDAQ to Intan RHD Adapterhttps://kontex.io/collections/system-adapter/products/xdaq-to-intan-headstage-adapter Note: For XDAQ CORE only one of the two Omnetics 12pin connector will be active. XDAQ to Intan RHS Adapter ...
Is XDAQ upgradable? Can I add functionality down the road as the need arises?
Yes, XDAQ is designed to be modular and upgradable. New functionality can be added at a later stage if they are supported. They can be enabled via a firmware update or by installing new module cards.
Is a cable longer than the standard 80cm design available?
KONTEX now offers a custom 3M HDMI cable and a 80cm standard HDMI cable. We recommend keeping the cable short to maintain optimal signal quality. If the 80cm HDMI cable is sufficient for the behavior experiment, installing the XDAQ with a computer ...
How to upgrade the XDAQ license firmware?
The XDAQ license can be upgraded to support additional features. Please contact us to purchase the license file. Each license file is unique to each XDAQ system, so license files will not work for different XDAQs. Once you receive the file, download ...
How to connect the XDAQ IO Expander to the XDAQ
To use the XDAQ IO Expander, connect the XDAQ’s EXP1 port to the Expander’s EXP1 port and the XDAQ’s EXP2 port to the Expander’s EXP2 port. The XDAQ’s powering sequence is not critical; it can be powered on before or after plugging in to the ...
Why do XDAQ ONE & AIO offer 3 VSTIM compliance options?
XDAQ is designed with maximum flexibility and usability in mind. There might be times when you need higher stim voltages due to electrode impedance ( current I = VStim / Electrode Impedance). Therefore, we designed the box to supply up to 40% extra ...
XDAQ HDMI Port and Supported X-Headstage Explained
The XDAQ line supports both Record (X3R & X6R) and Stim-Record (X3SR) X-Headstages (as well as other Intan-compatible headstages). Depending on the purchased configurations, some headstage HDMI ports in the XDAQ might not be enabled by default. The ...
How is XDAQ different from the Open-Ephys Acquisition system?
OpenEphys acquisition box offers great value and highly capable software that is used by many researchers around the world. KONTEX designed the XDAQ to support the multi-modal experimental needs in today's neuroscience. Every XDAQ supports both ...
What is the purpose of the ground ports in the back of the XDAQ ONE?
These ports are designed to help troubleshoot and establish an optimal grounding scheme for the XDAQ acquisition hardware and thus minimize noises in the neural recordings. Most instrumentation ties all grounds - digital or analog - together, which ...
XDAQ DB25 pinout
DB25 connector pin out for XDAQ ONE and CORE DB Pin Signal 1 2 DI 03 3 DI 05 4 DI 07 5 6 7 8 9 10 DO 04 11 DO 06 12 DO 08 13 DAQ ON 14 SYS GND 15 DI 04 16 DI 06 17 DI 08 18 19 20 21 22 DO 03 23 DO 05 24 DO 07 25 Sample CLK DAQ ON: logic high at onset ...
XDAQ IO Expander DB25 pinout
DB Pin INPUT/OUTPUT 1 IO 15 2 IO 16 3 IO 17 4 IO 18 5 IO 19 6 IO 20 7 IO 21 8 IO 22 9 IO 23 10 IO 24 11 IO 25 12 IO 26 13 IO 27 14 SYS GND 15 IO 28 16 IO 29 17 IO 30 18 IO 31 19 IO 32 20 NC 21 NC 22 NC 23 NC 24 NC 25 NC
How to run more than 4 headstages with the XDAQ?
XDAQ is designed for high-channel neural acquisition. Although each box has only 4 ports on board, it is possible to drive more than 4 headstages/animals at the same time (though each with a lower channel count configuration). For example, each XDAQ ...
XDAQ supported headstages
In addition to the ultra-small X-Headstages, XDAQ supports existing Intan-compatible headstages (from Intan, NeuroNexus, and more). To run these headstages with their corresponding accessories, you will need an adapter to properly remap the control ...