News Release
May 11, 2020

JVCKENWOOD to Launch the NP-200, a New Model ofthe Gazefinder Gaze Tracking System
Broader applications with increased sampling rate and strengthened security
JVCKENWOOD Corporation (JVCKENWOOD) will roll out the NP-200 model of the Gazefinder gaze
tracking system in the JVC brand in late May.
Gazefinder can measure and visualize the subject’s line of sight, i.e. the points on the monitor screen thatthe subject is looking at, using our unique gaze tracking technology. As a successor model to the NP-100,
the existing model launched in September 2016, the NP-200 has broader applications with increased
sampling rate and strengthened security, and is equipped with new, more user-friendly functions.
Item name

Series name

Model name

Release date

Gaze trackingsystem

Recommended retail price(tax excluded)

Gazefinder

NP-200Open price

Late May

Project’s intention
The eyes do not lie, as the saying goes. People unconsciously stare at what they like and what interests
them and look away from what they do not like. Gaze measurement visualizes connections between
people’s interests and brain activity and makes them objectively and quantitatively assessable, offering abroad range of possible applications.
JVCKENWOOD was among the first to focus on gaze tracking and introduced the NP-100 Gazefinder gaze
tracking system to the market in September 2016. JVCKENWOOD’s unique and highly accurate gaze
tracking technology and calibration function allowing the subject’s shape of the eyes to be quickly
measured were favorably received. Therefore, the NP-100 has been utilized in gaze tracking research atuniversities and research institutions.

The NP-200, the new model of Gazefinder, features enhanced functionality. For example, it has a greater
sampling rate and a user account setting to improve security, while inheriting the gaze tracking technology
from the existing model. The usability is also improved due to the thinner and lighter weight design.
JVCKENWOOD will propose this model to universities and research institutions that conduct research inpsychology, brain science, and education in order to contribute to research work that uses gazemeasurement.
Mechanism of gaze measurement
Gazefinder visualizes gaze points by presenting still images and videos created for measurement
purposes to the subject. It then analyzes the subject’s gaze points on the screen using videos taken froman infrared stereo camera and projects the trajectory of gaze points on the screen.
Key features
1. Realizing non-invasive measurement using our unique andhighly accurate gaze tracking technology
JVCKENWOOD’s unique gaze tracking technology, developed byapplying its existing visual and optical technologies, can visualize withhigh accuracy the gaze points of the subject—something that thirdparties are unable to detect. Gazefinder does not require the subject tohave their head fixed in position or wear goggles for measurement. Thus, itenables non-invasive (without incurring a physical burden) gaze tracking
measurement of subjects of a wide age range from babies and infants to theelderly, with minimum physical and psychological impacts.

Conceptual image of gaze measurement

2. Equipped with our unique calibration function
Gazefinder is equipped with our unique calibration function that can measure the shape of the eyes ofindividual subjects and make the necessary adjustments in a short time. Calibration can be quickly
performed even on babies and infants, with whom gaze measurement is difficult to achieve, without theirrealizing it.
3. Adopting a new design that realizes a weight reduction of around 37%*
compared to the existing model and blends in with the installation
environment
The new model achieved a weight reduction of around 37%* compared to the existingmodel, while maintaining its compact design that realizes a portable system. This has
been achieved by integrating an image-presenting monitor, an eye tracker equippedwith an infrared stereo camera, and a computing unit in the product. The front surface
has a flat design without a level difference between the monitor screen and the camera
unit, and the back surface comes in greyish white to more easily blend in with theinstallation environment.

*Comparison with the NP-100 (existing model)

Back surface of the main unit

4. Easy installation and operation from measurement todisplaying the results
This model is easy to install with no complicated setup for connection. In
addition, the monitor and camera positions do not need to be corrected.
This model has also adopted a simple user interface that supports intuitiveand smooth operation even for a first-time operator. The measurement
screen allows the operator to input information on the subject, set up thesystem for measurement, and start measuring on the same screen.
Conceptual image of measurement result screen

5. Three different sampling rates to choose from
In addition to the sampling rate of the existing model (50 Hz), this model can work at another two rates,making for a total of three different sampling rates (50 Hz, 60 Hz and 120 Hz). Hence, different setups areavailable according to the purpose of research, such as gaze fixation testing, or checking gaze movement
or eye movement.

6. Equipped with user account setup function to protect measurement data
In addition to the existing model’s technology that encrypts measurement data, the new model introduces auser account setup function to strengthen security in order to prevent unauthorized logins and leakage ofmeasurement data and personal information.
7. License pack is available for functional enhancement (optionally available)
Multiple license packs (optional) are available for functional enhancement according to the usage. Using
the NP-F01 license pack, arbitrary videos and still images can be added to this model, enabling its
applications to be expanded.
Key specifications
Model nameNP-200Sampling rate

50 Hz/ 60 Hz/ 120 Hz

Gaze tracking accuracy
Recommended distance between
monitor and eyes
Freedom of head movement
Data output

1° or less
60 cm (23.6 inch) is recommended
Supported range is from 50 cm to 80 cm (19.7 inch to 31.5 inch)
Height × width: 24.5 × 30.7 cm (9.6 x 12.1 inch)
Distance between monitor and head is 60 cm (23.6 inch)
CSV file, measurement result in still image data (jpg), measurement result in video
data (wmv), audio recorded data (wav)

Number of calibration points

5 points

Monitor size

19 inchResolution

1280 × 1024 pixels

Dimensions (W × H × D)

419.8 × 444.0 × 196.5 mm (165.3 x 174.8 x 77.4 inch)

Weight8.0 kg (17.6 lb)

Input

AC100–240V

USB ports

USB 2.0 × 2, USB 3.0 × 1

Speakers

1W × 2

Input/ Output
Accessories

50/ 60 Hz

VGA output, audio output (stereo mini Φ3.5 mm)
Microphone input (stereo mini Φ3.5 mm)
Keyboard, mouse, power cord, AC adapter,conversion adapter for power cord, instruction manual

Trademarks
・“Gazefinder” is a trademark or registered trademark of JVCKENWOOD Corporation.
・All company names and product names contained in this press release are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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