# Software **URL:** https://forum.backyardbrains.com/c/software/9.md [Latest](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/tags.md) --- ## [Spike Recorder FAQ](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-faq/27)
**Author:** [@Ivan](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/Ivan)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2023, 4:16pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-faq/27 "2023-01-18T16:16:59Z")
Click Here For Spike Recorder Manuals Do I have to use Spike Recorder to record my data? No, if you are using the blue or green cable to connect, you can use any program that can record audio, such as Audacity. Keep in… --- ## [About the Software category](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/about-the-software-category/26)
**Author:** [@Ivan](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/Ivan)\ **Replies:** 0
Discussion of SpikeRecorder, Analysis features and other software --- ## [New Browser-Based Recording Software: Early Test Build](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/new-browser-based-recording-software-early-test-build/139)
**Author:** [@marija](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/marija)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 9:01pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/new-browser-based-recording-software-early-test-build/139 "2026-06-11T21:01:04Z")
We’ve been working on a new browser-based version of our recording software, and it’s finally ready for early testing! Here is everything you need to know to dive in. What it is A web app that runs directly in Chrome … --- ## [ECG/EEG icon not showing in SpikeRecorder](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/ecg-eeg-icon-not-showing-in-spikerecorder/138)
**Author:** [@MatthewBrain](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/MatthewBrain)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2026, 1:37pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/ecg-eeg-icon-not-showing-in-spikerecorder/138 "2026-06-02T13:37:43Z")
I am running Windows 11 Home on a laptop and have been able to install SpikeRecorder. After launching the software I do not see the ECG/EEG icon near the top of the program window that your quick-start leaflet indicates.… --- ## [Connection Issue with Heart & Brain SpikerBox on Windows on ARM (COM Port Failures)](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/connection-issue-with-heart-brain-spikerbox-on-windows-on-arm-com-port-failures/136)
**Author:** [@albertren888](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/albertren888)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 2:28pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/connection-issue-with-heart-brain-spikerbox-on-windows-on-arm-com-port-failures/136 "2026-06-01T14:28:59Z")
Hi Backyard Brains Team and Community, I am having trouble connecting my Heart & Brain SpikerBox to my computer, and I’m hoping to get some troubleshooting advice or insight into potential compatibility issues. I have … --- ## [Manual for spike recorder?](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/manual-for-spike-recorder/132)
**Author:** [@mkap](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/mkap)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2026, 2:45pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/manual-for-spike-recorder/132 "2026-04-02T14:45:01Z")
Hi folks, I’m having all kinds of issues with the spike recorder software and his is probably related to the fact that I can’t seem to find the link to a manual of basic operations. It’s probably in an obvious place, l… --- ## [Connection issues with Spike Recorder on Windows](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/connection-issues-with-spike-recorder-on-windows/97)
**Author:** [@AllenEducation](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/AllenEducation)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2025, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/connection-issues-with-spike-recorder-on-windows/97 "2025-12-01T22:34:18Z")
Hello! We’re using the classic Muscle SpikerBoxes connected via USB to Windows laptops, and we frequently run into connection issues - occasionally the Spike Recorder app will recognize the USB input right away when it’… --- ## [Spike recorder not opening](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-not-opening/119)
**Author:** [@anna.hobbiss](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/anna.hobbiss)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 5:51pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-not-opening/119 "2025-11-25T17:51:06Z")
Hi, I used to have an older Spike Recorder version on my computer (v1.8), which worked to record from boxes with a USB cable. I was not able to get it to recognise Muscle spikerboxes when plugging into the speaker port. … --- ## [SpikeRecorder Installation Problem on Windows 11](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spikerecorder-installation-problem-on-windows-11/107)
**Author:** [@marija](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/marija)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 23, 2025, 12:46pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spikerecorder-installation-problem-on-windows-11/107 "2025-10-23T12:46:46Z")
If you’re having trouble installing the SpikeRecorder app on your Windows 11 device, it’s likely because your system is configured to only allow apps from the Microsoft Store. Since SpikeRecorder is distributed outside t… --- ## [Recording 2 different channels in Spike Recorder Software](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/recording-2-different-channels-in-spike-recorder-software/90)
**Author:** [@khill8](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/khill8)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 23, 2025, 11:10pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/recording-2-different-channels-in-spike-recorder-software/90 "2025-07-23T23:10:59Z")
Hello, We are looking to replicate the ‘How Fast are Neurons?’ experiment with the Neuron SpikerBox and Spike Recorder Software. When recording, the signals from each of the electrodes are exactly the same. I have 2 cha… --- ## [Windows 11 Compatibility Issue?](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/windows-11-compatibility-issue/92)
**Author:** [@tybailey](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/tybailey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 12:41am UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/windows-11-compatibility-issue/92 "2025-07-15T00:41:54Z")
Has anyone here used Spike Recorder on Windows 11? Is it designed to work with Windows 11 OS? I’ve been able to download and open Spike Recorder on a desktop that runs Windows 10, and on my Android smartphone and iPad. … --- ## [Device Not Recognized by Spike Recorder: How to fix FT231X Driver Issue?](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/device-not-recognized-by-spike-recorder-how-to-fix-ft231x-driver-issue/84)
**Author:** [@marija](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/marija)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2025, 9:58pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/device-not-recognized-by-spike-recorder-how-to-fix-ft231x-driver-issue/84 "2025-05-15T21:58:13Z")
If you’ve connected your Heart & Brain SpikerBox, Neuron SpikerBox Classic, or Human-Human Interface to your computer and the device is not recognized by Spike Recorder, this guide will help you resolve the issue. When … --- ## [How Do I Get Numerical Data from My Recording?](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/how-do-i-get-numerical-data-from-my-recording/78)
**Author:** [@marija](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/marija)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2025, 7:55pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/how-do-i-get-numerical-data-from-my-recording/78 "2025-05-07T19:55:46Z")
As you might know, it’s currently not possible to get direct millivolt (mV) readings from SpikerBox recordings. If you’re curious about the reasons behind this, here’s a helpful forum thread that goes into more detail: … --- ## [Spike Recorder for Windows](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-for-windows/75)
**Author:** [@naoki.kogo](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/u/naoki.kogo)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 9:35pm UTC](https://forum.backyardbrains.com/t/spike-recorder-for-windows/75 "2025-04-14T21:35:56Z")
Is Spike Recorder for Windows available? When I try to download it, it says the file is not available.