Capturing human-machine interaction can be a challenging task. Multiple forms of data can be collected, from user actions on the computer and eye movements to physiological and simulator data. Performing Human Factors research requires a well-equipped lab and specialized knowledge. We can help you at every stage of your research process, from the set-up of your lab to the interpretation of the results.

• Realistic simulation.
• Controlled conditions.
• High-tech and customized.
• Synchronous recordings.
• High-quality video material and screen captures.
• Fully integrated equipment and software.
• Superior behavior recording and analysis.
• Compelling video highlights.

Designed with you, built by us
We design labs tailored to meet your research needs. When running experiments and observations, you do not want to waste valuable time setting up and controlling your hardware and software. In a Noldus lab all equipment is fully integrated, allowing you to operate the equipment and make recordings on one central computer in the control room, while an intercom enables you to communicate with test participants sitting in the observation room.

To record events such as tasks, comments, and usability problems, and gather data in an effective way, we install The Observer^® XT software in every Noldus lab.

Stable and robust equipment
Good image quality, high quality video recordings, and clear recordings of speech and other sounds make all the difference in your research results. In a Noldus lab, you can benefit from the most up-to-date hardware components and equipment. Moreover, all cables, cameras, and microphones are hidden in the walls and ceilings allowing your test participants to behave in the most natural way.

Excellent integration facilities
Due to The Observer XT’s excellent integration facilities, we can arrange labs in such a way that all your devices work perfectly together. The Observer XT allows you to make synchronous multimodal recordings of screen captures, video, audio, mouse clicks, key presses, eye movements, physiological measurements, and more.

When all your data has been integrated, The Observer XT allows you to search your data, so interesting segments are visible within seconds. As a result, you get complete insight into the relationships between the experimental conditions, overt behavior, and physiological responses.

Combine observational data with automatic recordings of FaceReader™ and uLog™:

• If you incorporate FaceReader into your lab, you will have the additional ability to record facial expressions automatically.
• With uLog Pro, our event logging module, you will be able to record user-system interaction automatically. uLog Pro enables you to log basic computer events, scrolling, resizing of windows, which windows and applications are active, and more.
  

Extensive analysis
To get the most of your research data use:

• The Observer XT for its extensive analysis features and elaborate system for managing data. Our software allows you to visualize processes, calculate and compare metrics, and create highlight clips of video and data.  
• Theme™ to unravel the time structure of behavior in any level of detail. This software is especially effective in analysis of interaction, such as social interaction or Human-Computer Interaction.
• MatMan™ to analyze social interactions in groups, hierarchies, and sequences.

Full support
All our labs come with installation, training, and support. We set up your lab and make sure you know how to operate all hardware and software components. We teach you how to use our software tools and give advice on different observation methods. If you experience any challenges, our support department is there to help you out. In short, we help you get the best out of your behavioral research!