DG2A Train Delay Generator

DG2A Train Delay Generator

£690.00 exc. VAT

Manufacturer's Net List Price

FEATURES

  • Simple TTL trigger source for our range of stimulators
  • Battery powered (single 9V, PP3)
  • Four operating modes (Train, Gated, Free-run, Single)
  • Delayed output for study of effective refractory period
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Description

DESCRIPTION

The DG2A Train Delay Generator small free-standing instrument has been designed for control of normal repetitive stimulation as well as for defining the Effective Refractory Period using a second, delayed pulse. The DG2A is especially useful as a frequency generator.

DS3 and DS7A isolated stimulators which have their own pulse duration controls can be used with our DS2A Train Generators and Delay Generators. The basic features of its predecessor the DG2 Trigger Generator are still included and have been extended to allow trains of pulses to be generated in response to input signals from other devices. The DG2A Train/Delay Generator has four operating modes which are detailed below:-

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DG2A Train/Delay Generator
Product Information

DG2A Train/Delay Generator
Application Note

Using Two DG2A Train/Delay Generators to Produce
a Repeating Stimulus Train with Control of Train
Frequency & Duration

DG2A Train/Delay Generator
Application Note

Using Two DG2A Train/Delay Generators to
Produce a Repeating Stimulus Train with Control
of Train Frequency & Duration

References
Publications which cite use of the Digitimer DG2A can be found on Google Scholar.

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ACCESSORIES

Supplied

  • Operator’s Manual
  • One PP3 battery (fitted)

Recommended

  • D185-TC3 BNC Cable
  • D185-TC3-2m BNC Cable

FAQs

I can see that the DG2A can be setup to deliver a burst of pulses and then stop, but how do I get it to deliver repeating trains of pulses?
A single DG2A cannot accomplish this, however, if you link two together you can set one to FREE-RUN, delivering a pulse indicating the start of each train and the second DG2A can be set to receive this pulse and output a burst of pulses in TRAIN mode. There is an application note that shows how this is done.
The Power On LED is flashing as soon as I turn the unit on, is this normal?
Yes, the DG2A Power On LED flashes intermittently when the DG2A is switched on – this is not an indication that it is delivering an output, but having a flashing LED does reduce the battery use when the DG2A is switched on. Actual pulse output is shown by the amber LED in the output zone of the front panel.
I want to set the DG2A to deliver a burst of pulses at 20Hz, how do I precisely set this?
The controls of the DG2A do not allow for absolute precision and while the dial can be positioned to 20Hz, the only way to verify the frequency would be to monitor the output on an oscilloscope or within data acquisition software. That said, if the dial is set to 20Hz, the actual output should be within 5% of the expected value.
The power LED has turned from green to red, what does this mean?
The power LED turns from flashing green to flashing red when the battery voltage is low and permanently lit red when the battery is exhausted. The battery should be replaced with a premium grade 9V PP3 to ensure a long working life.
The front panel label suggests that the delay and duration ranges can be adjusted by a factor of x10, how is this accomplished?
Inside the DG2A there is a bank of jumper switches, some of which are for factory use, but several others allow you to adjust certain output parameters including the train duration and delay settings. It is also possible to change the DG2A trigger input and pulse output from an active high TTL to active low TTL.
How is the DG2A powered?
The unit is powered by a standard 9V PP3 battery, which can be replaced by removing the four case screws, separating the case halves and inserting in the battery holder.
Can the DG2A be used for studies involving human subjects?
The DG2A is a trigger source and as such is not designed for direct connection to human subjects, however, when used in conjunction with one of our isolated electrical stimulators it is perfectly suitable and safe for use in human research in healthy volunteers or patients. For example when used to trigger our DS7A stimulator, the DS7A itself provides the necessary patient protection.

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