Blackrock Microsystems Cerebus - User Manual

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Revision 15.00 / LB-0028 – Cerebus Instructions for Use
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Cerebus
Instructions for Use

Summary

Setup Overview

Cerebus System Hardware

Front End Amplifier

Analog Headstages

Amplifier Power Supply (APS)

Cables

Digital Cerebus System Hardware

Digital Hub 128

Describes the Digital Hub 128's role as an interface between NSP and CerePlex digital headstages.

CerePlex Digital Headstages

Neural Signal Processor (NSP)

NSP Front Panel

NSP Front Panel Ports

NSP Back Panel

Quick Setup Guide

Setting up the Cerebus System

Instructions for connecting and powering up the basic Cerebus system components.

Setting up the Digital Cerebus System

Instructions for connecting and powering up the Digital Cerebus system.

Setting up the Ethernet Link

Configuration steps for the host PC's network interface for connecting to the NSP.

Troubleshooting

NSP Stuck in Initialization

Cerebus Firmware Update

FEA Power Supply Error LED

Analog Headstage Power Issue

Fiber Optic LED Status

Digital Hub Source Status LED

Central Application Fails to Start

Blackrock Microsystems Cerebus Specifications

General

Sampling Rate	Up to 30 kHz per channel
Power Supply	External power supply
Resolution	16-bit
Stimulation Capability	Integrated stimulation capability
Synchronization	External synchronization input
Data Interface	Ethernet
Software	Central Suite
RAM	8 GB
Storage	SSD options available
Operating System	Windows
Connectivity	Ethernet
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model