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Products for VPM Software

VPM is a powerful general purpose DOS-based data collection and stimulus control program.  Its primary function is to control stimulus presentations and collect analog, binary event, and rating data at precise times.

VPM is made to work with the LabMaster DMA / ISA products.  Scientific Solutions is proud to support VPM users with repairs, replacements or completely new installations including turn-key systems.

Now LabMaster DPCI is available to run VPM software !

The LabMaster DPCI is a PCI version of the LabMaster DMA that runs VPM software without any modification required.  Use your current VPM software with the LabMaster DPCI without any changes required to the software!  Now you can use a PCI computer with the LabMaster DPCI and the VPM software!

A Note about Digital I/O Buffering: 
The LabMaster DMA / ISA card uses Digital I/O buffer devices to determine which Digital ports are INPUT and which are OUTPUT.  Also these devices can configure the Digital signals for INVERTING or NON-INVERTING. 
The LabMaster DPCI has automatic Digital buffering which does not require the user to install any buffer devices.  The LabMaster DPCI is always NON-INVERTING.

Scientific Solutions offers a LabMaster Trade-in program for VPM users wishing to migrate from ISA to PCI based technology.

LabMaster "ISA" Products for VPM
Part
Number
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 Product Overview
 More Information


The LabMaster DMA  is a product that consists of ISA card that is installed in the computer and a DeskTop unit.  The ISA card and the DeskTop unit are connected using three quick-connect round cables, replacing the ribbon cable arrangement that has been used in the past.

Several DeskTop units are available that provide a variety of connection types.  For VPM user's Scientific Solutions recommends the DeskTop MiniJack Unit.  This DeskTop Unit provides 3.5mm (1/8") MiniJack connections (similar to audio headphones) for signal connections.  This seems to be a convenient connection for VPM installations as many of the installed amplifiers also use 3.5mm type connections.  Patch cables are easier to make and more cost effective than other connections such as BNC.

LabMaster DMA Product for VPM Includes:
  • LabMaster DMA ISA card for inside the computer
  • Cable Set to connect from the ISA card to the DeskTop unit
    • 68pin HD cable, 6ft.
    • 3.5mm (1/8") stereo cable, 6ft.
    • DB35M to DB25F cable, 6ft
  • DeskTop MiniJack Unit
    • Either HGE or PGH version (both popular with VPM users)
  • Scientific Solutions Software CD-ROM disk

Choices To Make When Selecting A  LabMaster DMA Product:
You have several choices when selecting the LabMaster DMA product. 
The following list summarizes these choices:
  • A/D Speed
    • 50KHz or 160KHz
  • Analog Input Gain
    • HGE - Hardware Gain External
      • Provides a Gain =1 for all channels
      • Can increase gain from 1 to 10000 for all channels using a precision gain resistor in the DeskTop unit
      • Scientific Solutions can install this for you
    • PGH - Programmable Gain High
      • Gains for High level signals
      • Provides software programmable gains of 1, 2, 4 or 8
    • PGL - Programmable Gain Low
      • Gains for Low level signals
      • Provides software programmable gains of 1, 10, 1000
  • DeskTop Unit
    • Ribbon Cable unit
      • Provides same connections as the LabMaster DMA / ISA card
      • This allows you to replace your ISA card with the PCI card and not have to change any wiring
    • Screw Terminal Unit
      • Provides Screw Terminals for signal connections
      • Slots in the front of the Unit allow for wires to enter/exit
    • MiniJack Unit
      • Provides 3.5mm (1/8") stereo "jacks" for signal connections
    • BNC Unit
      • Provides industry standard BNC for signal connections
For VPM users Scientific Solutions recommends the following configurations:
  • A/D Speed: 50KHz
  • Analog Input Gain: Either HGE or PGH
  • DeskTop Unit: MiniJack
813604
LabMaster DMA, 12 bit 50KHz, HGE,  ST64 MJ 3.5
  • For ISA based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • HGE - Hardware Gain = 1 for all Analog Input Channels.
    • Can be changed to any gain using Precision Resistor
  • High Density round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
    • Replaces the ribbon cable with an easy quick-connect round cable
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined
813605
LabMaster DMA, 12 bit 50KHz, PGH,  ST64 MJ 3.5
  • For ISA based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • PGH - Programmable Gain under software control
    • Gains of 1, 2, 4, 8
  • High Density round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
    • Replaces the ribbon cable with an easy quick-connect round cable
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined
813606
LabMaster DMA, 12 bit 50KHz, PGL,  ST64 MJ 3.5
  • For ISA based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • PGL - Programmable Gain under software control
    • Gains of 1, 10, 100
  • High Density round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
    • Replaces the ribbon cable with an easy quick-connect round cable
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined


LabMaster "PCI" Products for VPM
Part
Number
 Image
 Product Overview
 More Information
see below
LabMaster DPCI - MJ DeskTop
 The LabMaster DPCI  is a product that consists of small PCI card that is installed in the computer and a DeskTop unit.  The PCI card and the DeskTop unit are connected using a single quick-connect round cable.

Several DeskTop units are available that provide a variety of connection types.  For VPM user's Scientific Solutions recommends the DeskTop MiniJack Unit.  This DeskTop Unit provides 3.5mm (1/8") MiniJack connections (similar to audio headphones) for signal connections.  This seems to be a convenient connection for VPM installations as many of the installed amplifiers also use 3.5mm type connections.  Patch cables are easier to make and more cost effective than other connections such as BNC.

LabMaster DPCI Product for VPM Includes:
  • LabMaster DPCI card for inside the computer
  • 6 ft cable to connect from the PCI card to the DeskTop unit
    • Easy connection with a single quick-connect round cable
  • DeskTop MiniJack Unit
    • Either HGE or PGH version (both popular with VPM users)
  • Power supply for DeskTop Unit
  • Scientific Solutions Software CD-ROM disk

Choices To Make When Selecting A  LabMaster DPCI Product:
You have several choices when selecting the LabMaster DPCI product.  The following list summarizes these choices:
  • A/D Speed
    • 50KHz or 160KHz
  • Analog Input Gain
    • HGE - Hardware Gain External
      • Provides a Gain =1 for all channels
      • Can increase gain from 1 to 10000 for all channels using a precision gain resistor in the DeskTop unit
      • Scientific Solutions can install this for you
    • PGH - Programmable Gain High
      • Gains for High level signals
      • Provides software programmable gains of 1, 2, 4 or 8
    • PGL - Programmable Gain Low
      • Gains for Low level signals
      • Provides software programmable gains of 1, 10, 1000
  • DeskTop Unit
    • Ribbon Cable unit
      • Provides same connections as the LabMaster DMA / ISA card
      • This allows you to replace your ISA card with the PCI card and not have to change any wiring
    • Screw Terminal Unit
      • Provides Screw Terminals for signal connections
      • Slots in the front of the Unit allow for wires to enter/exit
    • MiniJack Unit
      • Provides 3.5mm (1/8") stereo "jacks" for signal connections
    • BNC Unit
      • Provides industry standard BNC for signal connections
For VPM users Scientific Solutions recommends the following configurations:
  • A/D Speed: 50KHz
  • Analog Input Gain: Either HGE or PGH
  • DeskTop Unit: MiniJack
If you desire a different configuration, then refer to this link for part numbers of other products in the LabMaster DPCI Family

LabMaster DPCI Description and Specifications

LabMaster_DPCI
PDF Manual
815370
LabMaster DPCI - MJ DeskTop

HGE
 LabMaster DPCI, 12 bit 50KHz, HGE, MJ
  • For PCI based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • HGE - Hardware Gain = 1 for all Analog Input Channels.
    • Can be changed to any gain using Precision Resistor
    • Many users want an input range of -1V to +1V (instead of the default -10V to +10V) which means a hardware Gain=10.  Scientific Solutions will configure your unit for this range (or any desired range) upon request.
  • Single small round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined
DeskTop_MiniJack_Unit Description and Specifications
815371
LabMaster DPCI - MJ DeskTop

PGH
 LabMaster DPCI, 12 bit 50KHz, PGH, ST64 MJ 3.5
  • For PCI based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • PGH - Programmable Gain under software control
    • Gains of 1, 2, 4, 8
  • Single small round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined
DeskTop MiniJack Unit Description and Specifications
815372
LabMaster DPCI - MJ DeskTop

PGL
 LabMaster DPCI, 12 bit 50KHz, PGL, ST64 MJ 3.5
  • For PCI based computers
  • 12 bit, 50KHz Analog-to-Digital Conversion
  • PGL - Programmable Gain under software control
    • Gains of 1, 10, 100
  • Single small round cable connection from PC to DeskTop unit
  • Special VPM DeskTop unit with 36 easy access 3.5mm  connections
    • 16 Analog Input
    • 16 Digital I/O
    • 2 Analog Output
    • 2 User Defined
DeskTop MiniJack Unit Description and Specifications




LabMaster Accessories for VPM Installations
Part
Number
 Photo
 Product Overview
 More Information
813545
LabMaster DMA / ISA PC Interface
PC Interface and I/O card
(shown together)


LabMaster DMA PC Interface with I/O card
PC Interface and I/O card
(shown separated)
 LabMaster DMA / ISA PC Interface with I/O card (round cable connections)
  • PC Interface only (no cables or external unit)
  • Comes with both Inverting and Non-inverting Digital I/O buffers
  • Has the "Ribbon Cable Elimination" board pre-mounted on the LabMaster DMA / ISA
    • This  I/O card snaps right onto the LabMaster DMA PC interface and connects to the header connectors normally used for ribbon cables
    • The I/O card puts the LabMaster signals on the following connections
      • 68pin HD, 3.5mm (1/8") Stereo MiniJack, DB25M
  • Uses round cables (not included) to connect to MiniJack Desktop Unit
0801021

DeskTop MiniJack
HGE
 LabMaster DMA / ISA DeskTop MiniJack Unit with HGE gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • HGE Gain = 1
  • For use with LabMaster DMA / ISA with the round cable connection
0801022
DeskTop MiniJack
PGH
 LabMaster DMA / ISA DeskTop MiniJack Unit with PGH gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • PGH Gains of 1, 2, 4, 8
  • For connection to LabMaster DMA / ISA with the round cable connection
0801023
DeskTop MiniJack
PGL
 LabMaster DMA / ISA DeskTop MiniJack Unit with PGL gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • PGL Gains of 1, 10, 100
  • For connection to LabMaster DMA / ISA with the round cable connection
811115
LabMaster DPCI - PCI Card
 LabMaster DPCI - PCI Interface Only
  • PCI Interface only (no cables or external unit)
  • For replacement of lost or damaged original board
0801097
DeskTop MiniJack
HGE
 LabMaster DPCI DeskTop MiniJack Unit with HGE gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • HGE Gain = 1
  • For use with LabMaster DPCI
0801098
DeskTop MiniJack
PGH

 LabMaster DPCI DeskTop MiniJack Unit with PGH gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • PGH Gains of 1, 2, 4, 8
  • For connection to LabMaster DPCI
0801099
DeskTop MiniJack
PGL

 LabMaster DPCI DeskTop MiniJack Unit with PGH gain option
  • Small External DeskTop Unit only
    • 11" W x 4" H  x 7" D (280mm x 102mm x 178mm)
  • PGL Gains of 1, 10, 100
  • For connection to LabMaster DPCI
0301115
Power Supply - Desktop
 Power Supply (desktop) for DeskTop Unit (International Version)

  • Power supply normally supplied with the DeskTop Unit for International customers
  • This is a replacement for lost or damaged power supply
  • AC power supply input connection: IEC320
    • Requires power cord with proper plug for country of use
  • INPUT:
    • AC 110/240V  50/60Hz autosensing
    • IEC320 three prong socket
      • Specify country specific power cord at time of order
  • OUTPUT:
    • 5 VDC, 2.4Amp
    • Round socket, Center Positive, 2.5mm ID, 5.5mm OD, 9.5mm shaft length
0301127
Power Supply - wallmount
 Power Supply (wall mount) for DeskTop Unit (USA Version)

  • Power supply normally supplied with the DeskTop Unit for USA customers
  • This is a replacement for lost or damaged power supply
  • INPUT:
    • AC 110-120V  47-63Hz autosensing
    • USA two flat blade
  • OUTPUT:
    • 5 VDC, 2.4Amp
    • Round socket, Center Positive, 2.1mm ID, 5.5mm OD, 12mm shaft length
0361045
6 ft.
Cable, DB25M to DB25F, 6ft
DB35M               DB25F
 Cable, DB25M to DB25F, 6ft

This cable can be used for different applications as noted:
  • Used to connect from the LabMaster DPCI card to the DeskTop Unit
    • Replacement for lost or damaged cable
    • This is the only cable required to connect from the LabMaster DPCI card to the VPM DeskTop unit
  • Used to connect from the LabMaster DMA / ISA to the DeskTop Unit
    • Replacement for lost or damaged cable
    • This brings the Digital I/O signals from the LabMaster DMA to the DeskTop unit
      • Only required if your application is using Digital signals Port A[4:7], Port B[4:7], Port C[0:7]
0361003
6 ft.
Cable, 68pin HD
68pin HD         68pin HD
 Cable, 68pin High-Density, 6ft
  • Used to connect from the LabMaster DMA / ISA to the DeskTop unit
    • Replacement for lost or damaged cable
    • This brings the Control, A / D data and timing signals from the LabMaster DMA to the DeskTop unit
0361060
6ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 3.5mmPlug mono
3.5mm Plug     3.5mmPlug
(mono)                  (mono)
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to MiniJack 3.5mm Plug, Mono, 6ft

This cable has a 3.5mm (1/8") mono plug on each end and is 6 ft. (1.83m) in length.
  • Used to connect signals into the front of the DeskTop MiniJack unit
    • This is a "mono" cable with one signal (Tip) and one ground (Ring)
      • Either a stereo or a mono cable can be used for the DeskTop signals
    • One end has a "straight" plug whereas the other end has a "right-angle" plug
0361005

6ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 3.5mmPlug
3.5mm Plug     3.5mmPlug
(stereo)                (stereo)
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to MiniJack 3.5mm Plug, Stereo, 6ft

This cable has a 3.5mm (1/8") stereo plug on each end and is 6 ft. (1.83m) in length.
This cable can be used for different applications as noted:
  • Use to connect from the LabMaster DMA / ISA to the DeskTop Unit
    • Replacement for lost or damaged cable
    • Use to connect the Analog Output signals from the LabMaster DMA IO Card to the DeskTop Unit.
    • This is a stereo cable and connects DAC0, DAC1 and GROUND between the PC and the DeskTop Unit
  • Use to connect signals into the front of the DeskTop VPM unit
    • This is a "stereo" cable with two signals (Tip, Ring) and one ground (barrel).
      • Either a stereo or mono cable can be used for the DeskTop signals
0361051
2 ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 3.5mmPlug
3.5mm Plug     3.5mmPlug
(stereo)                (stereo)
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to MiniJack 3.5mm Plug, Stereo, 2ft

This cable has a 3.5mm (1/8") stereo plug on each end and is 2 ft. (610mm) in length.
  • Use to connect signals into the front of the DeskTop MiniJack unit
    • This is a "stereo" cable with two signals (Tip, Ring) and one ground (barrel).
      • Either a stereo or mono cable can be used for the DeskTop signals
0361025
5 ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 2.5mmPlug
3.5mmPlug     2.5mmPlug
(stereo)               (mono)
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to MicroJack 2.5mm Plug, 5ft.

Sometimes other equipment uses 2.5mm MicroJack instead of the 3.5mm MiniJack.
This cable has a 3.5mm (1/8") Plug on end that will fit into the DeskTop MiniJack connections and a 2.5mm Plug on the other end for your "other equipment"

Wired as follows:
3.5mm Tip ----- 2.5mm Tip
3.5mm Ring ---- 2.5mm Barrel
3.5mm Barrel----no connection
0361052
12 ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 3.5mmJack
3.5mm Jack    3.5mmPlug
(stereo)              (stereo)
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to MiniJack 3.5mm Jack, 12 ft.

This cable has a 3.5mm (1/8") stereo Plug on one side and a 3.5mm (1.8") stereo Jack on the other side and is 12 ft. (3.66m) in length.  This is sometimes used as an extension cable if needed - although short cables are always better.
0321068

2.5mm Plug
(mono)
Adapter 3.5mmJ to 2.5mmP
3.5mm Jack
(mono)
 Adapter, MiniJack 3.5mm (1/8") Jack to MicroJack 2.5mm Plug

Sometimes other equipment use 2.5mm MicroJack connections instead of 3.5mm MiniJack.
This adapter has a 3.5mm (1/8") Jack (socket) on one end and a 2.5mm Plug on the other end.
You can plug this adapter into the "other equipment" and then use cables that have 3.5mm Plugs on each end to connect from the "other equipment" to the LabMaster MiniJack DeskTop Unit.

The 2.5mm Plug is shown in the upper right of the photo.
The 3.5mm Jack is shown in the lower left of the photo.
0361026
5ft.
Cable 3.5mmPlug to 1mmPin
3.5mmPlug          1mmPin
 Cable, MiniJack 3.5mm Plug to 1mm Pin, 5ft.

Some equipment, such as Coulborne, has a 1mm "socket" (jack) connection.  This cable has a 1mm Pin on one end that will fit into the 1mm socket, and a 3.5mm (1/8") Plug on the other end that will fit into the 3.5mm MiniJack connections of the DeskTop Unit.

Wired as follows:
3.5 mm Tip ---- 1mm pin

Specifications subject to change without notice.

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