Product Information
| Item information | Value |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 4260497571452 |
| HAN: | EMO-EPX-BT5X-01 |
| Product Type: | Headset, Wearable |
| Applications: | vigilance training, concentration training, Attention Training, Biofeedback, Relaxation, Gift, Neurofeedback |
| Target Groups: | Advanced Users, Research and Development, Professional |
| Product features: | Multichannel sensor, EEG Sensor |
Product Description
Emotiv Epoc-X: Advanced 14-channel EEG headset for neuroscience and BCI applications
The Emotiv Epoc-X represents the latest generation in the development of advanced EEG headsets and builds on the success of its predecessor, the Emotiv Epoc+. It is a wireless, 14-channel EEG headset specifically designed for use in contextual neuroscience research and advanced brain-computer interface (BCI) applications. This innovative device enables users to gain precise and valuable insights into brain activity, supporting a wide range of applications from conducting scientific studies to developing new avenues for human-computer interaction.
Features of the product
- 14 EEG channels based on the 10-20 system.
- Bluetooth 5.0 for reliable real-time data transmission.
- Rechargeable battery with up to 9 hours operating time.
- Refillable research-grade saline sensors.
- Rotating headband for optimized wearing comfort.
- Common mode noise detection for high quality EEG data.
- 9-axis motion sensor for precise motion detection.
Advantages of the product
- Mobility and versatility in a wide range of research environments.
- Ease of use and comfort for long-term applications.
- High-quality data acquisition through advanced sensor technology and signal processing.
- Diverse analysis options thanks to a wide range of detection functions.
Scope of delivery
- 1x EPOC X headset
- 1x EPOC X travel case
- 1x Felts pack (80 pieces)
- 1x USB-C charging cable
- 1x USB extension cable (1 meter)
- 1x USB receiver dongle (2.4 GHz)
- 1x sample saline solution (60 ml)
- 1x quick start guide with QR code for setup support
Technical information
- EEG channels: 14 channels: AF3, F7, F3, FC5, T7, P7, O1, O2, P8, T8, FC6, F4, F8, AF4
- Reference points: CMS/DRL at P3/P4; alternatively, mastoid reference left/right
- Sensor material: Saline-soaked felt pads
- Sampling method: Sequential sampling with single ADC
- Internal sampling rate: 2048 Hz
- External sampling rate selection: 128 Hz or 256 Hz (user-configurable)
- Resolution: 14-bit mode (0.51 μV), 16-bit mode (0.1275 μV)
- Bandwidth: 0.16 Hz to 43 Hz
- Digital filters: 5th order Sinc filter, digital notch filters at 50 Hz and 60 Hz
- Dynamic range (input referred): 8400 μV (peak-to-peak)
- Coupling: AC coupled
- Motion sensor: ICM-20948 (9-axis IMU: 3-axis gyroscope, 3-axis accelerometer, 3-axis magnetometer)
- IMU resolution: 16 bits
- Quaternion output: Normalized 4D data
- Communication: Bluetooth® Low Energy (currently Bluetooth® 4.0, compatible with Bluetooth® 5.0)
- Proprietary USB receiver protocol: 2.4 GHz band for stable direct connections
- Battery: Lithium polymer battery, 595 mAh
- Operating time: Up to 12 hours with USB receiver, up to 6 hours with Bluetooth connection
- Weight: 170 grams
- Dimensions: 9 x 15 x 15 cm (height x width x depth)
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Software: EMOTIV Pro Lite included; upgrades to EMOTIV Pro and other packages available separately
Important note
This product is not a substitute for medical treatment; medical advice is recommended for well-being issues.
Researchers trust Emotiv Epoc-X
The EPOC X is not only known for its technical capabilities, but also for the trust it enjoys in the scientific community. A scoping review of consumer EEG devices by Sabio et al. showed that EPOC was used in almost 70% of the studies examined. This underlines the dominant role of EMOTIV's EPOC X as the preferred tool for brain research worldwide.
Compatible software
EmotivPRO
This integrated software solution is specifically designed for neuroscience research and teaching. It offers extensive data acquisition features, including:
- Real-time display of EMOTIV headset data streams, including raw EEG data, performance measures, movement data, and data packet capture and loss.
- Event labeling to define timed markers in the data stream.
- Quick analysis with fitting of frequency data through automatic FFT and power band plots.
- Availability of the Emotiv Pro software in the MindTecStore - here
EmotivBCI
This software, developed for brain-computer interface (BCI), enables users to control machines with their mind and offers:
- Training and displaying multiple mental commands and real-time performance metrics.
- Display facial expression and motion sensor data streams to enhance the BCI application.
- Creation of strong training profiles with unlimited profiles for different strategies or applications.
- Free availability of the Emotiv BCI software in the MindTecStore - here
Emotiv EEGs in comparison
The Emotiv Epoc-X sets new standards in the research and application of neuroscientific findings and offers an unprecedented combination of precision, ease of use and flexibility for researchers and developers.
A detailed EEG headset comparison table (several manufacturers) can be found here.
| Feature | Emotiv EPOC X | Emotiv Flex 2 Saline | Emotiv Flex 2 Gel | Emotiv Insight | Emotiv MN8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EEG Channels | 14 channels (fixed) | Up to 32 channels (configurable) | Up to 32 channels (configurable) | 5 channels (fixed) | 2 channels (+4 references) |
| Reference Electrodes | CMS/DRL at P3/P4 or mastoid alternative | CMS/DRL freely configurable (10-20 system or ears) | CMS/DRL freely configurable (10-20 system or ears) | CMS/DRL on left mastoid | 4 references |
| Sensor Material | Saline-soaked felt pads | Saline felts (80 standard, 20 long) | Sintered Ag/AgCl (gel-based) | Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer | Conductive elastomer (dry ear tips) |
| Sampling Method | Sequential, single ADC | Sequential, dual ADCs | Sequential, dual ADCs | Sequential | Synchronous |
| Sampling Rate | 2048 Hz internal, downsampled to 128/256 SPS | 2048 Hz internal, downsampled to 256 SPS | 2048 Hz internal, downsampled to 256 SPS | 128 SPS | 128 Hz (8kHz internal) |
| Resolution | 16-bit (0.1275μV) / 14-bit (0.51μV) | 16-bit (0.51μV) | 16-bit (0.51μV) | 16-bit (0.1275μV) | 14-bit |
| Frequency Bandwidth | 0.16–43 Hz (Notch filter 50/60 Hz) | 0.16–43 Hz (Notch filter 50/60 Hz) | 0.16–43 Hz (Notch filter 50/60 Hz) | 0.5–43 Hz (Notch filter 50/60 Hz) | 0.5–45 Hz |
| Motion Sensor | ICM-20948, 16-bit | ICM-20948 (full resolution coming soon) | ICM-20948 (full resolution coming soon) | ICM-20948, 3-axis Gyro, Accel, Magnetometer | ICM-20648, 6-axis |
| Motion Sampling Rate | Not specified | Up to 64 Hz (planned) | Up to 64 Hz (planned) | 32 Hz | 6.4 Hz |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.0 LE, USB, 2.4GHz receiver | Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, 2.4GHz receiver | Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C, 2.4GHz receiver | Bluetooth 5.0 LE | Bluetooth 4.2 LE and Classic |
| Battery Life | Up to 12h (USB), 6h (Bluetooth) | Up to 6h | Up to 6h | Up to 20h | Up to 6h |
| Battery Capacity | 595mAh | 595mAh | 595mAh | 480mAh | 160mAh |
| Weight | 170g | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| Cap Size | No cap | 54, 56, 58 cm | 54, 56, 58 cm | No cap | No cap (in-ear) |
| Compatibility (Note) | Beta support for Ubuntu/Raspberry Pi | No support for Ubuntu/Raspberry Pi | No support for Ubuntu/Raspberry Pi | Beta support for Ubuntu/Raspberry Pi | MacOS, Windows, iOS, Android |
Note: All information provided without guarantee.
Setting up the headset
First Charge your headset
During charging, the headset should be off and not worn. Full charging takes about 4 hours.
Second Moisten the sensors
Now that the headset is fully charged, moisten the sensors. Moisten the felt cushions with the included moisture pack. The felt pads must be completely saturated with saline for good contact. Keep the large white moisture pad on the top cover of the moisture pack dry. This helps to dry the felt pads when not in use and reduces oxidation. Note: Fill with standard saline solution for multipurpose contact lenses.
Third Install the sensors
Remove the sensor units with the felt glides from the moisture pack and insert them into the black plastic headset arms. Carefully turn it a quarter turn clockwise until you feel a click. Be careful not to turn the sensors by force. The sensor units should be stored in the Moisture Pack when not in use.
Fourth Attaching the headset
Slide the headset upside down with both hands. WARNING: DO NOT RANGE THE HEADSET. It should slide on the head. The reference sensors have a black rubber cover. Position the sensors directly behind each earlobe on the bone. Correct placement of the reference sensors is critical to proper operation. The two front sensors should be about the hairline or about 3 fingers wide over the eyebrows. Pair your headset via Bluetooth or USB. Hold the two reference sensors (just above and behind your ears) for about 20 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I download the software?
The EmotivBCI software can be downloaded free of charge from the Emotiv page. The Download will be available after the checkout, via our Emotiv App found in your account. Here you can find the link for the software download.
- Current users: Go to "My Account" -> "Downloads" and the software links are there.
Help, I can not set the signal quality to green!
For EPOC X, do the following:
- Make sure the headset has been fully charged overnight.
- Saturate the white felt sensors with saline. The felts must be moderately to strongly saturated with saline solution. Please ensure that no excess saline solution runs over the arms and reaches the electronics.
- Make sure the sensors are installed properly.
- You need to make sure the sensors touch your head. Replace the headset to make sure the sensors hit the head with some tension - this works for all sensors. If you continue to experience problems, go to step 5.
- Check the sensor. Make sure the gold plate is present and the center of the sensor dome is clean. Make sure the socket is clean too, especially on the front of the golden fingers. Make sure that no oxidation (green residue) has formed to prevent the sensor from locking properly.
- Firmly press the felt pad into the sensor while it is connected to the headset (support the back of the sensor to make sure the headset will not be damaged).
- Alternatively, you can also pick up the sensor, place your thumb on the back of the golden dome, and push in the felt pad with your index finger. It should not protrude more than 3 mm. Satisfy again and try again. If you continue to experience problems, go to step 6.
- Replace the sensor with a working one. If the problem shifts, it's on the sensor and not on the socket.
Is the headset small enough for kids?
The Emotiv Insight, the Epoc X and the Emotiv EPOC + can be worn by children over the age of six. For the Emotiv Flex you have to place a special order, which we can customize for your desired size. Simply contact us via email or telephone.
Can I wear the headset while lying down?
Most people with different types of paralysis can use EPOC X in some way. If the user needs a headrest, there may be a problem with the headband on the back. However, the headset can usually be placed to bypass the support, or it can also be placed backwards if needed. Mental commands continue to work in this orientation, while some facial expressions are retained, others can be retrained, and some are lost with the headset reversed. The excitement continues, but it is less likely that the other detections of performance and emotional state will work properly with a reversed headset, although they will not be completely lost.
Can the EPOC X Emoticon be used as a full-fledged assistive device for wheelchair control, home automation or mental typing?
There are many people who develop support systems, wheelchair and robot controls, home automation systems, etc., and there is no reason why paralyzed users should not use these systems - but make sure they are safe! The level of control is more than sufficient for successful use in many settings, but be careful. Any critical function controlled by the neuroheadset must have an independent kill operation that the user can reliably invoke to put the system into a safe state.
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