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'Time-scribe': a universal time writer for any EEG/polygraph chart recorder.

J Ives

    Electroencephalography and Clinical Neurophysiology
    |April 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    A novel digital clock, the "time-scribe," enhances electroencephalogram (EEG) correlation with time-related events. Its pen-galvanometer output provides readable data, promoting unified time-writing standards.

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    Area of Science:

    • Biomedical Engineering
    • Neuroscience Instrumentation

    Background:

    • Accurate temporal correlation of electroencephalogram (EEG) data with external events is crucial for research.
    • Existing methods for time-stamping EEG recordings can be cumbersome or lack precision.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce a novel digital clock, the "time-scribe," designed for improved temporal correlation with EEG and other time-related data.
    • To present a device that simplifies the process of synchronizing physiological recordings with external events.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a digital clock with an integrated pen-galvanometer writer section.
    • Outputting numerical and alphanumeric characters readable on standard pen-galvanometer chart recorders.

    Main Results:

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    • The "time-scribe" facilitates easy and immediate correlation of EEG data with time-stamped events.
    • The device's output is directly compatible with existing chart recorder technology.

    Conclusions:

    • The "time-scribe" offers a convenient and practical solution for synchronizing long-term EEG recordings.
    • The device's simplicity and effectiveness encourage discussion on standardizing time-writing methods in scientific recording.