TDT Series 3
Description
The TDT System 3 was introduced in the late 1990. It is a versatile and widely used data acquisition and processing system in the field of neurophysiology and electrophysiology research. It's a hardware and software platform designed for acquiring, processing, and analyzing neural signals.
Key features of the TDT System 3 include:
- High-Speed Data Acquisition: It is capable of recording neural signals, such as multi-channel electrophysiological data, at high sampling rates.
- Flexible Signal Processing: The system provides a range of signal processing capabilities, including filtering, spike sorting, and event detection.
- Integration with MATLAB: MATLAB compatibility is a notable feature, making it easier for researchers like yourself who use MATLAB for data analysis and programming.
- Customizable: Researchers can customize and expand the system with additional modules and accessories to suit their specific experimental needs.
- Multi-Channel Capability: It can handle multiple channels simultaneously, which is crucial for studying neural activity in various brain regions.
System 3 devices
RP2.1 Enhanced Real-Time Processor
The RP2.1 is a single core Digital Sound Processor. It can be programmed by the RPvdsEx programming interface. It can generate signals or play signals from memory as well as record signals.
- Sample rates: 6, 12, 25, 50, 100, 200 kHz.
- Analog I/O: 2 channels in, 2 channels out
- Digital I/O: 16 channels configurable
RA16 Medusa Base Station
The RA16 is a single core Digital Sound Processor that can be interfaced with a multichannel ADC preamplifier like the RA8GA or RA4PA.
- Analog Input: up to 8 channels with external preamp via optical link
- Analog output: stereo via 6.35mm jack
- Digital I/O: input 1 bit (trigger), output 16 bits
- Sampling rate: 48.828 kHz maximum
RA8GA Adjustable Gain Preamplifier
The RA8GA is a 8 channel ADC device with adjustable preamp. It must be connected to the optical link input of a medusa base station (RA16) or RZ6. The RA8GA has female Dsub25 connector for the analog inputs. It is meant to be used with the PP16 patch panel with BNC connectors.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| A/D | 8-channels 16-bit PCM |
| Maximum Voltage In | Variable gain settings allow ±10 V, ±1 V, or ±100 mV |
| Frequency Response | DC - 7.5 kHz (2nd order 12 dB per octave) |
| S/N (typical) | 70 dB (±1 V @ 1 kHz) at ±1 V Gain Setting |
| THD (typical) | 0.01% |
| A/D Sample Rate | 6, 12, or 25 kHz |
| Cross Talk | <-70 dB (DC - Nyquist) |
| Input Impedance | 10 kOhm |
| Offset | <5 mV, ±10 V range <3 mV, ±1 V or ±100 mV range |
| Clip warning light | signal > -6 dB. |
| Build in low pass filter | Two-pole (12 dB per Octave) at 7.5 kHz. |
PA5 Progammable Attenuator
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SA1 Stereo Amplifier
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FO5 Fiber Optic Gigabit Zbus Interface
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PO5e Fiber Optic Gigabit Computer Interface
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PM2 Multiplexer
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MS2 Monitor Speaker
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ZBus for System 3
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PS25F power supply
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