This Screen Synchronization Device facilitates the synchronization of monitor with a wide range of imaging systems. It features circuitry designed to initiate an acquisition process when the monitor transitions from a black to a white image. In fact, only part of the screen could transition while the visual stimulus occurs in order to trigger the imaging process. So, the device includes an adjustable gain function, allowing for fine-tuning to accommodate different monitor types and brightness levels. This ensures optimal performance and reliability in diverse imaging scenarios, enhancing the precision and effectiveness of synchronized data capture.
Moreover, synchronizing a visual stimulus with the recorded data from an imaging system is crucial for achieving accurate and reliable experimental results. When visual stimuli are not properly synchronized, discrepancies between the stimulus presentation and the recorded data can lead to misinterpretations and unreliable outcomes. Accurate synchronization ensures that the timing of the visual stimulus aligns precisely with the data acquisition, allowing for a clear and direct correlation between the observed responses and the stimulus events. This is essential for analyzing the dynamics of visual processing and for understanding the underlying neural mechanisms. Proper synchronization thus enhances the validity of the experimental findings and supports the development of precise models of sensory perception.
Specifications:
- Monitor brightness: 50 to 500 cd/m2.
- Response time: < 10 ms
- Low-pass filter: 50 Hz
What’s included:
- Monitor sensor and cable.
- Signal converter (analog and 5V digital output).
- 2 included mounting options:
- Adjustable clip for various monitor display.
- Magnetic post to be installed on the ferromagnetic surface of the OiS200 imaging system (also compatible with Thorlabs clamping forks).
- 12V power supply.
- Power splitter to share the OiS200 power supply.
