
WaveRider Operating Manual
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Copyright 1997-2004 Jonathan Purcell
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The Body: GSR, Heart & Muscle
GSR
Configuration File: GSR
Use Category: GSR
The GSR uses the skin resistance to train autonomic relaxation and arousal.
You can use the GSR to:
• gain insight into your ability to control your levels of arousal
• adjust your reaction to stress
• Learn to use your breathing to relax.
The GSR measures your relative arousal level (the fight or flight response). When you are
angry, sexually aroused or nervous your level of excitation goes up and makes your skin
sweat. The more you sweat the more conductive your skin becomes. The WaveRider
measures this response by passing a minute current of electricity through your body and
measuring its voltage fluctuation.
Hooking Up
1. From the FILE menu choose LOAD CONFIGURATION.
2. Select GSR.CFG.
3. Connect the electrodes as in the diagram. Use the finger electrodes and lead wires
provided. Use no electrode gel or paste. Make sure the electrodes are contacting skin
that is populated by sweat glands. Try to keep your fingers still. Some people like to put
an electrode on each index finger although this makes it more difficult to interact with
your computer.
4. Turn the WaveRider on by clicking the ON
button with your mouse or by using “Ctrl” +
“o”.
5. The GSR moves relatively slowly. Try taking deep breaths or thinking about your debts
or ex-lover.
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