ThoughtStream Biofeedback Quick Start Guide

ThoughtStream has two control dials, one button, and three inputs.

Right hand side switch:  On/Off.  Up = On; down = Off

Top left dial:  Volume control

Top right dial:  Sensor sensitivity level

Top Jack:  Headphone input

Upper right hand input:  PC serial interface.

Lower right hand jack:  Sensor input.

Front push button:  Start/Stop

Eight, 4-color LEDs:  These are your visual biofeedback indicators.

Running A Session:

1. Find a comfortable seated position.
2. Start by adjusting the top left dial (Volume) to about half way.
3. Move the top left hand dial (Sensitivity level) in a counter clockwise direction until it stops.
4. Put on your headphones.
5. Place the sensor on  your hand.
6. Turn on on the unit to begin a session (Switch located on right hand side.)
7. 7When finished, press the START/STOP button to view results

During the first 10 seconds you will see the lights rhythmically moving while changing color.  At this time the unit is automatically calibrating itself.  Once the lights changed to solid red and you hear a single tone through the headphones you have begun your session.

Now, simply relax and pay attention to your body.  As you become more relaxed the lights will gradually change in color from red to orange to yellow to green.  When you have reached all green the unit will automatically recalibrate itself to the next sensitivity leave.

Ending Your Session:

Before you remove the probes press the START/STOP button.  The 8 LEDs are blinking about once per second, indicating that the session is now over.  It is also providing a reading of the lowest level of relaxation you attained during that session.  You will also notice one light blinking alternately; this indicates the lowest sensitivity level reached.  Refer to the chart to see what percentage of change you attained.