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Overview
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The era of the brain controlled gaming is still very far away, but from this day on, your thoughts will be changed. OCZ has produced the Neural Impulse Actuator (nia) after several years’ hard working which marks a new era in gaming. The nia is an unprecedented peripheral to be used in conjunction with your mouse for a more immersive gaming experience.
There are a number of sensors that installed in the headband to read your brain wave signal, and convert them into control signals. OCZ has turns the previous RS-232 serial port connection into the more common USB interface, and uses DirectX API for multi-threaded importation of commands. DirectX has faster data transfer speed than other means; the new version of the software can also support multi-core processors and have faster processing speed to transform brain waves from the PC to the computing tasks.
Working with the nia’s calibration program, the Actuator captures a variety of signals, such as facial muscle movement, eye movement, brain Alpha waves and Beta waves to control the game. So you can launch the desired behavior and shoot with the "blink of an eye", without lifting a finger.
Play Games Using BiosignalsThis OCZ nia translate your body electrical biosignals into computer commands and you will get immersed into the game playing. You can also customize behavioral profiles of your character and do it by your subconsciousness.
Hone Your ReflexesWhile others have to practice reaction times, you needn’t! You can just use reflex-based game play to get the better of your opponents by cutting half of your reaction time.
Use Space-Age TechnologyBy the use of carbon nanofiber-based sensors, the headband provide the highest possible dynamic range for the recording of bioelectrical signals that are amplified and digitized and further de-convoluted into computer commands.
USB ConnectivityThe OCZ nia features a USB connector for great compatibility and plug-and-play convenience.
Warranty & Returns
Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 1 year
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 1 year
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Return Policies
- Return for refund within: 30 days
- Return for replacement within: 30 days
- This item is covered by Newegg.com's Standard Return Policy
Manufacturer Contact Info
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- Support Phone: 1-800-456-1816
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Pros: Ultra-sensitive, excellent response time. Partial hands free gaming. Cool looking blue LED glow from interface box. This is the future of computer user interface. While designed primarily for FPS games, works exceptionally well with MMOs. Makes Crysis WARHEAD and FarCry 2 a joy to play. As a disabled person, this unit has allowed me to game with all the "normal" folks on the same level.
Cons: Headband Size adjustment design leaves much to be desired. I predict failure of the rubber "bead and band" construction over time. Interface cable exits over the left ear side of headband, resulting in poor cable management while in use. Dermatrodes can become irritating with prolonged use.
Overall Review: Patience is the key here folks. Don't buy this if you think you are going to open the box and start owning your opponents five minutes later. There is quite a bit of tweaking and adjustment required to get maximum functionality here. my complaints here are related to the physical design of the system, rather than the functionality. IT DOES WORK as intended utilizing neuroelectrical impulses and muscle movement. If you have dexterity issues with your hands this is the interface for you. If you are an easily frustrated, instant gratification type, you better stick to the mouse and keypad. The folks on here claiming it doesn't work or requires "grounding" are incorrect. The issues they complain about are easily remedied with proper tuning and adjustment. As proof: I am a disabled veteran with partial paralysis and massive neurological trauma and this unit works just fine for me, even though it is designed for folks with fully functional facial muscles. THANK YOU OCZ