ADInstruments Playback File for Windows

Summary

ADInstruments offers a free Windows utility that works with LabChart to replay recorded signals as if they were arriving live. The tool streams data from saved files into LabChart, letting you visualize and analyze previous recordings in a simulated real-time environment.

Supported file types

• WAV audio files and other common waveform formats
• EDF (European Data Format) files for physiological signals

Key capabilities

• Simulates live data acquisition so past recordings behave like a current input stream.
• Integrates directly with LabChart, enabling playback inside the same analysis environment.
• Useful for reviewing, annotating, or demonstrating datasets without the original hardware.

Typical uses

• Training and demonstrations where a predictable, repeatable data stream is required.
• Research and analysis that benefit from replaying historic recordings under controlled timing.
• Preparing presentations or classroom exercises that mimic an active acquisition session.

Suggested alternative

Disk Doctors — Data Sanitizer (trial) is a commonly recommended substitute if you need additional data handling or sanitization features beyond playback. The trial version lets you evaluate whether its capabilities better match your workflow.