MP Research Catalog - Biopac

09Find Rate dialogand Rate DetectorfunctionsFIND RATE FEATUREAutomatically analyze a wide variety of cyclical signals. Thesophisticated algorithm allows the software to track a variety ofphysiological data types including Blood Pressure, Flow and ECG.If the signal event amplitude is fairly constant, use a fixedthreshold to reliably capture the event on a cycle-by-cycle basis.If the signal changes rapidly (in terms of frequency or baseline),a number of useful Rate Detector features are available.Adjust the algorithm settings to suit your situation.• Remove baseline—Synchronizes the detection on the fastermoving portion of the signal; useful when recording ECG.• Auto threshold detect—Allows the Detector to track signalswith a varying baseline; useful when recording Blood Pressure.Select the appropriate function for the application.For example, use Peak maximum for Systolic BP.Application FunctionDiastolic BP Peak MinimumMean BP Mean ValueR-R Interval IntervalHeart Rate Rate (BPM)Breaths per minute Rate (BPM)Pulse Pressure Peak to Peak• Noise rejection—Helps the Rate Detector ignore the peaksand valleys associated with ambient noise in the recording.• Window Min/Max—Enter values (BPM, Frequency orSeconds) to define the anticipated cyclic timing range to helpthe detector stay synchronized to expected values.Note: Rate Detector features do not modify the sourcedata in any way.MP Systems provide for powerful and efficient data acquisition, with no technical trainingor programming knowledge required — concentrate on research questions instead.If you have questions…The MP Systems hardware and AcqKnowledge software have intuitive controls and are easy to use, but questions may arise. We are happy to help ourcustomers at all levels, from answering general “How do you…” questions to working out specific and sophisticated procedures.Please feel welcome to call our office for any help you need—our engineering and applications support staff is ready to provide technical assistance.For 24 hour update information and answers to the most frequently asked questions, access the BIOPAC web site at www.biopac.com and send us amessage, post a question, or read technical updates, application notes and the latest BIOPAC information available.The MP System modular construction is extremely flexible and includes features that can support nearly every physiological recording scenario. Thefollowing applications are detailed on pages 10-49. This is not an exhaustive list. For help with additional applications, please contact our TechnicalSupport Division—an Applications Specialist will gladly assist you with your specific requirements.BiomechanicsCardiac OutputCardiovascular HemodynamicsContinuous Noninvasive Blood PressureEBI: Electrical BioimpedanceECG: CardiologyEEG: ElectroencephalogramEGG: ElectrogastrogramEMG: ElectromyogramEOG: ElectrooculogramERS: Evoked ResponseExercise PhysiologyIn-vitro PharmacologyInterface with Existing EquipmentLaser Doppler FlowMicro-electrode RecordingPulmonary Function (animal & human)PlethysmographyPsychophysiologyRemote MonitoringSleep StudiesStand Alone AmplifiersIMPORTANT BIOPAC Systems, Inc. components are designed for research applications. BIOPAC Systems, Inc. does notcondone the use of its instruments for clinical medical applications. Instruments, components and accessories provided by BIOPACSystems, Inc. are not intended for the diagnosis, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease.