2D controls
Table 4-1: 2D on-screen controls
Control
Description
Optimize
Settings are as follows:
Res provides the best possible resolution.
Gen provides a balance between resolution and penetration.
Pen provides the best possible penetration.
Some of the parameters optimized to provide the best image include focal zones,
aperture size, frequency (center and bandwidth), and waveform. They cannot be
adjusted by the user.
Dynamic
Adjusts the grayscale range: -3, -2, -1, 0, +1, +2, +3.
Range
Remember, the positive range increases the number of grays displayed, and the negative
range decreases the number of grays displayed.
Dual
Displays side-by-side 2D images.
Select Dual, and then press the UPDATE key to display the second screen and to toggle
between the screens. With both images frozen, press the UPDATE key to toggle
between the images.
To return to full-screen 2D imaging, select Dual or press the 2
LVO On,
LVO On turns on Left Ventricular Opacification. LVO Off turns off this control.
LVO Off
Use LVO for cardiac exams in 2D imaging mode. LVO lowers the mechanical index (MI) of
the system.
This control depends on transducer and exam type.
Orientation
Select from four image orientations: U/R (Up/Right), U/L (Up/Left), D/L (Down/Left), D/
R (Down/Right).
Brightness
Adjusts the display brightness. Settings range from 1 to 10.
The display brightness affects battery life. To conserve battery life, adjust brightness to a
lower setting.
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Imaging
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