Documentation

Welcome to Backyard Brains' Documentation

Explore comprehensive guides and detailed information on all our devices and software. Whether you're setting up a device, troubleshooting, or seeking in-depth knowledge about electrophysiology, you'll find your answers here.

Categories

Devices

Dive into the specifics of each category and discover the right device for your needs:

Human Physiology

• Human SpikerBox
• Human-Human Interface
• Heart and Brain SpikerBox
• Muscle SpikerShield
• Muscle SpikerBox

Neuron Physiology

• Neuron SpikerBox
• Neuron SpikerBox Classic

Plant Physiology

• Plant SpikerBox

Neural Engineering

• The Claw
• RoboRoach
• Neuro:Bit

Each device category provides detailed documentation on setup, usage, and troubleshooting, along with scientific background and potential experiments.

Software

Access our software across multiple platforms to complement your devices:

• SpikeRecorder general
• SpikeRecorder for iOS
• SpikeRecorder for Android (Note: Current issues in progress)
• Spike Recorder for Windows/Linux/Mac
• SpikerRecorder for Web (In Development)

Policies

Review our policies and ethical commitments:

• Statement on Ethics
• Return Policy
• Style Guide

Support

Encounter an issue? Check out our troubleshooting guide, or contact us:

• Email: hello@backyardbrains.com
• Phone: +1 (855) GET-SPIKES (855-438-7745)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm EST

We hope you find this documentation helpful in your scientific explorations and educational efforts.