FMP Device Features

Front Panel

• Threshold Knob:
  

  This knob adjusts the audio detection threshold, when in the range from fully counterclockwise, to almost fully clockwise. Higher threshold is selected with the knob turned clockwise.

  When the knob is turned fully clockwise, Digital Input mode is selected.

  In the BioMedia application, if the Enable Logic Input checkbox is checked or if Override Knob Threshold is checked, the Threshold Knob is ignored.

• IR In Port:
  This port provides a detector for training the FMP to use specific InfraRed commands. When capturing a command, aim the remote control into this port.

• Audio Detect Indicator:
  This LED has many uses:
  • Blinks three times on power up to indicate successful initialization.
  • indicates when audio has been detected, when in audio detect mode.
  • indicates control "ON" has been detected, when in digital mode.
  • flashes once repeatedly when PLAY is to be captured.
  • flashes twice repeatedly when PAUSE is to be captured.
  • rapid flashes indicates successful capturing.
  • slow flashes indicates unsuccessful capturing.

• Power Indicator:
  This LED simply indicates that power is being supplied to the unit.

Rear Panel

• USB Connector:
  The FMP connects to your computer using this connector and the supplied USB cable. USB means "Universal Serial Bus" and is supplied on most modern computers.

• Control Out:
  The FMP device can control other devices by using this general-purpose "switched" output. For example, add-on devices are available from Cognisys, such as the BioPad, the Video Game interface. This output will turn on whenever sound is detected.

• Test Button:
  The test button has three functions:
  • If pressed during normal operation for a short time, it will toggle the polarity of the output. For example, if the DVD is playing, it will pause it, and then restart playing when released.
  • If pressed when power is first applied, such as when the USB cable is inserted, it will provide a Factory Reset, returning the unit to the initial programming from the factory.
  • If pressed for more than about 15 seconds, it will initiate the Capture Sequence.
  We recommend that the BioMedia application be used for these features whenever possible as they are a bit easier to understand.

• Audio In or Digital In:
  This connector should be connected to either
  • The "Switch" output of biofeedback equipment, such as Thought Technology, OR,
  • The audio output of your PC listening to sound or silence generated by your biofeedback software.
  Your options for use of this input is explained in Connect Control Cable

• IR Out to DVD:
  This port has an infrared LED that should be directed at the front panel of your DVD, VCR, or CD player (If you are using that functionality). The human eye can't see infrared light, so you won't see it when it is on.