EMOTIV Insight - 5 Channel Wireless EEG Headset

The EMOTIV Insight is a 5-channel prosumer EEG system with semi-dry polymer sensors, delivering clean, reliable signals. Its sleek design and 20-hour battery life make it ideal for self-quantification, brain-computer interfaces, and field research.

Add EmotivPRO subscription
EmotivPRO is an optional extension designed for advanced users, in fields such as research and education. It adds raw EEG real-time data capability, EEG experiments, view, record, and export various data streams, including FFT frequency bands, and Performance Metrics.

Revolutionary EEG Sensor Technology
Insight boasts EMOTIV’s proprietary polymer sensor technology. The hydrophilic material does not need gel to maintain conductivity with the skin*. Instead, the sensors draw moisture from the environment, making Insight our most versatile EEG headset without compromising conductivity.

*Minimal fluid needed.

Discover a New Dimension of Connectivity and Empowerment
Let your mind take the lead, and technology follow. Harness your brain activity to navigate a digital world hands-free, regain independence with assistive technology, or delve into mind-controlled applications. Connect your Insight to EMOTIV BCI, and turn science fiction into reality.

EEG sensors

5 channels: AF3, AF4, T7, T8, Pz

2 references: CMS/DRL references on left mastoid process

New three prong gummy sensor: for better hair penetration on Pz

Sensor material:  Hydrophilic semi-dry polymer

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EEG signals

Sampling rate: 128 samples per second per channel

Resolution: 16 bits with 1 LSB = 0.1275μV

Frequency response: 0.5-43Hz, digital notch filters at 50Hz and 60Hz

Filtering: Built in digital 5th order Sinc filter

Dynamic range (input referred): 8400 μV(pp)

Coupling mode: AC coupled

Connectivity

Wireless: Bluetooth Low Energy – Improved radio connectivity, updated antenna with Bluetooth 5 support.

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Motion Sensor

IMU part:  ICM-20948

Accelerometer: 3-axis +/-8g

Gyroscope: 3-axis +/-2000 dps (converted to 4 normalised quaternions)

Magnetometer: 3-axis +/- 12 gauss

Sampling rate:  32 Hz

Resolution: 16 bits

Power

Battery: Internal Lithium Polymer battery 480mAh

Battery life: Improve battery life up to 20hrs on a single charge.

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Detection*

Mental commands: neutral + up to 4 pretrained items per training profile

Performance metrics: Excitement, Engagement, Relaxation, Interest, Stress, Focus

Facial Expressions: Blink, Wink L/R, Surprise, Frown, Smile, Clench

Notice: Limited beta support on Ubuntu & Raspberry Pi, subject to OS changes.