User manual

Stim Switch User Manual
Rev. 2.00 ® Page 7
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2. Connect the Stim100 to the IEC 60950 PC via a USB A-B cable (included in the Stim100
packaging).
3. Connect one end of the Stim100 Interconnection Cables to the locking connectors on the front
panel of the Stim100. Connect the other end of these cables to the Bank A-D connectors on the
Stim Switch labeled ‘STIM IN.’ Secure each connector in place using two thumbscrews. One of
the thumbscrews should go through the connector ring attached to the interconnection cables in
order to ground the cable shielding to the Stim Switch.
NOTE: Be aware of the connections that are made between the Stim100 and the Stim100
Switch. Bank A of the Stim Switch corresponds to Channels 1-32, Bank B corresponds to
channels 33-64, Bank C corresponds to channels 65-96.
4. Power up both systems to verify functionality.
5. Stimulation pulses are configured in the Stim Manager Software provided with the Stim100.
6. For further instructions regarding the Stim100 and the Stim Manager Software, please refer to
the Stim100 User Manual included in the Stim100 packaging.
CAUTION: The Stim100 must be turned off when not in use.
2.5.3 Connection to the Data Acquisition System
CAUTION: The Stim Switch is ONLY approved for use with
Blackrock Microsystems NeuroPort System.
1. Verify that the Stim100 and the Stim Switch are powered off.
2. Using a screw driver, remove the top cover of the
Headstage Housing to expose the connectors for
connecting the Stim Switch to the NeuroPort System.
3. Attach one end of the Patient Cable (i.e. the end with 4
36 position female connectors) to the exposed connectors and attach the other end of the cable
to the Front End Amplifier. The Patient Cable and Front End Amplifier are included in the
NeuroPort System packaging.
4. For further instructions on setting up and using the NeuroPort
System, please refer to the user manual provided in the NeuroPort
System packaging.
2.4.4 Connection to the NeuroPort Electrodes
The Stim100 and Stim Switch are ONLY recommended for use with low
impedance (<100kΩ) electrodes such as the NeuroPort SIROF array.
provided by Blackrock Microsystems
5. Verify that the Stim100 and the Stim Switch are powered off.
CAUTION: Never connect/disconnect the NeuroPort Plug when
these systems are powered on.
6. The Headstage Housing should be gently cleaned using
alcohol or ChloraPrep Wipes. Use caution not to touch the
Figure 2-10 Headstage Housing
Data Acquisition Connectors
Figure 2-11 Headstage Housing
Connection to Patient Pedestal
NeuroPort™
Plug