Response Panel

The newest generation of our Response Panels has been available since September 2025. It includes the Standard Response Panel (SH Response Panel) and the Universal Response Panel (UH Response Panel). The documentation for previous Response Panels is available in the archive.

The Response Panel you need depends on the tests you want to administer. The use of a Response Panel (SH Response Panel or UH Response Panel) is absolutely necessary for the following tests: COG, DT, INHIB, PP-R, RT, SIGNAL, STROOP, SWITCH, VIGIL, WAF, WAFV, ZBA.

If you also want to test eye-hand coordination with the 2HAND and SMK tests, the Universal Response Panel (UH Reponse Panel) is required.

All other tests in the VTS do not require a Response Panel. However, many tests can still be administered using the Response Panel to avoid switching input devices (e.g., from a PC keyboard to a Response Panel).

Scope of delivery

• 1 Response Panel, Standard (SH) or Universal (UH)

• 2 joysticks (only with UH Response Panel)

• 2 joystick guides (only with UH Response Panel)

Standard Response Panel (SH)

• 7 color keys, 10 number keys, 1 sensor key

• Connection options for foot-operated keys

• Connection options for foot pedals - analog

• Sound generator (speaker)

• Connection option for headphones

Universal Response Panel (UH)

• 7 color keys, 10 number keys, 1 sensor key

• 2 control knobs

• 2 analog joysticks

• Joystick guides

• Connection options for foot-operated keys

• Connection options for foot pedals - analog

• Sound generator (speaker)

• Connection option for headphones

Commissioning

Use the supplied USB cable to connect the Response Panel to the PC that will be used for testing. The Vienna Test System (or the Testplayer) must be installed on this PC. Connect the USB cable to the USB-C port on the back of the Response Panel and the other end to a free USB-A port on your computer.

The USB-C port must be used for power supply. Using the USB-A port for power supply is not possible.

Joystick guides

The joystick guides are attached to the UH Response Panel as shown. The joystick can be removed to make installation easier. Joystick guides are required for administering the SMK and 2HAND tests. Please refer to the test manual for details on the correct placement of the joystick guides in each test.

Sound output

The Response Panel can output sound through the internal loudspeaker or through a headset (available as an accessory). The headset can be connected to the Response Panel using the USB-A port. You can also use a USB headset by connecting it to a free USB port on the computer. Use the Windows sound output settings (in the task bar) to select the output device you want to use:

When a USB headset is connected to the Response Panel, it must also be selected as the output device in the Windows sound output settings.

Foot-operated keys and foot pedals

Foot-operated keys or foot pedals (available as accessories) can be connected via a single connection port. Connect the foot-operated keys or foot pedals as required.

Specifications

Specifications	Value
Power supply	+5V DC via the USB cable
Power consumption	max. 500mA
Protection class
Device type	B
Max. USB cable length	3m
Max. headset cable length	3m
Max. dimensions (W/H/D)	41 x 4 x 20cm
Weight (without accessories)	1,25 kg
Storage temperature	-20 to 60°C
Operating temperature	10 to 30°C
Relative humidity	max. 70%, non-condensing