Rewards were delivered by two pellet dispensers located at the end of each reward arm. Technical specification Connection to PC Connection type Maximum current drawn from USB Device power Outputs Number of outputs Maximum shock level Minimum shock level Shock level adjustment resolution Mechanical Dimensions USB (USB1.1, USB2.0, USB3.0 compatible) 50mA Powered from external 12V power supply 8 independent scrambled outputs 5mA 0.02mA 0. Entry of the mice into specific areas of the maze was detected using infrared beam breaks that automatically controlled the maze protocol.
The intensity, onset and duration of the shocker are all under software control, so for example, the intensity of the shock could be altered depending on the situation in a test.
Part number: 60001-51 March 2017 Overview The ANY-maze animal shocker administers scrambled shock to 8 independent outputs.