Introducing Neuro PlayGround Lite: Unlock the Future of Bio-Sensing

Are you ready for a revolution in human-computer and brain-computer interfaces?
Upside Down Labs proudly unveils Neuro PlayGround Lite (NPG Lite)-the ultimate platform for wireless, multichannel bio-physiological signal acquisition. Whether you’re a researcher, educator, developer, or enthusiast, NPG Lite empowers you to explore your physiological signals and bring your bio-interactive ideas to life.

Why NPG Lite?

NPG Lite is more than just a device, it’s a gateway to innovative applications in neuroscience, biofeedback, electrophysiology, and wearable tech. Its compact Feather form-factor ensures portability, rapid deployment, and a clutter-free experience wherever you go.

Key Features

• Wireless 3-Channel BioAmp
  Capture EMG, ECG, EOG, or EEG signals using a seamless, cordless setup.

• State-of-the-Art Connectivity
  Bluetooth LE, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, and Thread mesh networking offer unrivaled flexibility.

• Expandable Architecture
  Add Playmate boards or third-party FeatherWing modules for haptic feedback, audio alerts, I²C sensors, and more.

• Powerful Open-Source Suite
  Visualize, filter, record, and analyze your data in real time with Chords-Web, Chords-Python, and the Chords LSL Connector across platforms.

• Easy Power & Programming
  Operate on USB-C, LiPo battery, and manage wirelessly with user-friendly tools.

• Robust Protection
  On-board input ESD protection and USB ESD protection keep your experiments secure.

Basic EXG Demos

Unleash creativity with demo applications that showcase just a fraction of NPG Lite’s capabilities:

• Musical Expressiveness (EMG)
  Transform muscle contractions into digital music performances via multi-channel EMG detection.

• Mobile ECG Monitoring (ECG)
  Track and display your heart rate in real time using ECG signals and Bluetooth LE on your mobile browser.

• Hands-Free Gaming (EOG)
  Control games with blinks detected through EOG, no keyboard needed. Eye blinks can emulate keystrokes for seamless, accessible HCI.

• Mind-Controlled Gaming (EEG)
  Use EEG to operate a bubble-popping browser game. Concentration generates beta waves, popping bubbles as your attention fluctuates.

Advanced HCI & BCI Demos

We are committed to providing ready-to-use, open-source applications that showcase the true potential of NPG Lite:

• Control a Custom BLE Car with EMG + EEG
  Drive a Bluetooth-enabled car using both muscle and brainwave signals.

• EEG Smart Plug Control
  Toggle any AC appliance on or off through mind-generated EEG signals.

• EEG + IR Remote Control for Appliances
  Manage devices like TVs or fans using EEG combined with infrared signaling.

• EEG + ECG Assistive Medication App
  Facilitate accessibility by using EEG for intent and EMG for action confirmation in medication routines.

• ECG-Based Heart Ailment Detection
  Real-time cardiac health monitoring and anomaly detection using our robust ECG processing software.

Many more innovative applications are available, and throughout the campaign, we’ll be revealing additional examples to inspire your own projects.

Open Source, Limitless Innovation

Upside Down Labs is committed to driving open-source innovation:

• Fully Open Firmware
  Access NPG Lite’s firmware and supporting tools immediately under open-source licenses.

• Hardware Design, Unlocked
  Schematic diagrams available to backers, with full hardware files released as our community grows.

• Join a Movement
  Contribute to and benefit from a thriving ecosystem where openness, creativity, and collaboration reign.

Who Is It For?

• Researchers & Educators
  Portable, robust, and easy-to-deploy bio-sensing for studies and labs.

• Wearable Developers
  Build next-gen HCI/BCI wearables with effortless expansion and rapid prototyping.

• Makers & Hobbyists
  Experiment with biofeedback, explore brainwaves, and create interactive projects—all with open tools.

Join an Open-Source Movement

Every demo, every project, every tool is open-source, including hardware schematics (shared with backers), firmware, and software. Remix, adapt, and extend our applications or invent entirely new ones. The platform is intentionally designed for learning, experimentation, and rapid development across Arduino, PlatformIO, and major microcontroller ecosystems

• Harness Feather and Playmate expansion for endless possibilities.
• Visualize and analyze data in real time or stream it wirelessly.
• Combine physiological signals for new kinds of interaction and assistive technologies.

Whether you are a researcher, educator, developer, or maker, NPG Lite gives you a powerful, portable, and fully open-source foundation for innovation in human-computer interaction.

NPG Lite is now available for pre-order. Explore the campaign, join our community, and start building the next wave of bio-sensing and BCI/HCI solutions!

Welcome to the Neuro PlayGround-let’s create the future of bio-sensing together.