Frequently Asked Questions
These are some of the more common questions we get about Paradigm and Paradigm Elements. If you have a question not answered here please use our question submission form.
Paradigm
- Does Paradigm run on Macs?
- Do I have to know Python to use Paradigm?
- Is the demo version of Paradigm different from the licensed version?
- Can I move my license around?
- Is support free?
- Is online documentation available?
- Can I run experiments on lab computers that do not have Paradigm installed on them?
- Are discounts available for students?
- What type of button boxes can I use with Paradigm?
- How can I tell if I have 32 or 64-bit Windows?
Paradigm Elements (EEG, eye-tracking and fMRI integration)
- Do I need to purchase a copy of Paradigm when I buy any Paradigm Elements product?
- Which EEG systems does Paradigm support?
- Can I use a Parallel Port expansion card or laptop PCMCIA card?
- I just purchased a new Dell computer with a parallel port and Paradigm can't use it.
- Which eye tracking systems does Paradigm support?
- Does Paradigm support BIOPAC systems?
- Can I use multiple devices at once?
Not on OS X but you can use Boot Camp to run Windows on your Mac and run Paradigm from there.
No. The majority of experiments can be built using Paradigm's drag-and-drop experiment designer. Python scripting is available to ensure you have complete flexibility and for users who just really like to program (they exist...).
No. All of Paradigm's features are available in demo mode. When you buy a copy of Paradigm, we will send you a USB license key that will allow Paradigm to run in licensed mode. You will not have to reinstall Paradigm from a disc or change your experiments in any way.
Yes. Your license follows the USB key not the computer. You can install Paradigm in as many places as you wish as long as your USB license is connected to the computer Paradigm will run in licensed mode.
Yes. Paradigm users get free technical support directly from the programmers at PRS. If you have a question, please use our question submission form. Ask a question>
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Yes. Using Paradigm Player.
Yes. Student licenses are available for $149.95. Student licenses are limited to one copy per student and must be purchased with a credit card. A digital copy of your student ID must be submitted with the order.
Paradigm supports button boxes from Cedrus, E-Prime (PST) and can be used with most custom button boxes as well as long as they send a unique serial port pin combination/value for each button.
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No. A copy of Paradigm is included with all Paradigm Elements products.
Paradigm supports EEG systems from ANT, BioSemi, BrainVision, Neuroscan and any other system that can use numeric triggers read from a Parallel Port or DIO-24 card. Learn more >
Yes. Paradigm supports most available parallel port expansion cards for desktops and PCMCIA cards for laptops. Here are a few we have tested:
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SIIG Dual Profile PCI 1-PORT Parallel Port for Desktops
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StarTech Parallel Port PCMCIA Card for Laptops
Sigh... we know. Apparently Dell is shipping a parallel port card with their Vostro/Optiplex lines that is not compatible with Paradigm's parallel port driver. The manufacturer of these cards is usually StarTech. We recommend the following parallel port
expansion card for Paradigm:
SIIG Dual Profile PCI 1-PORT Parallel Port
Paradigm supports eye tracking systems from ASL. Learn more >
Yes. Paradigm supports BIOPAC Integration using either a Parallel Port or DIO-24 connection. Learn more >
Yes. Paradigm can integrate with multiple devices (e.g. EEG and ASL eye tracker, ASL and BIOPAC) simultaneously. Learn more >
