Exam Information..............................4-12 SELECTING A TRANSDUCER ...........................4-14 SELECTING AN APPLICATION AND IMAGING PRESET COMBINATION...............4-15 BEGINNING AN EXAM FOR A NEW PATIENT ......................4-16 BEGINNING AN EXAM WITH NO PATIENT SELECTED...................4-17 ENDING AN EXAM..............................4-20 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Table of Contents...
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3D/4D MEASUREMENTS ............................6-23 OB-SPECIFIC MEASUREMENTS/CALCULATIONS ....................6-23 FERTILITY-SPECIFIC MEASUREMENTS/CALCULATIONS ..................6-24 REPORTS AND WORKSHEETS ..........................6-25 6.8.1 Accessing Reports/Worksheets ..........................6-25 6.8.2 Obstetrics Report ..............................6-27 6.8.3 Vascular Reports..............................6-28 6.8.4 Billing and QA Review Report/Worksheet Options ....................6-28 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Table of Contents...
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8.2.10.2 Export/Import User Data ..........................8-65 8.2.10.3 Reset User Data Settings to Factory Defaults ....................8-67 8.2.11 Network.................................8-68 8.2.11.1 Ethernet (LAN) Network Configuration ......................8-70 8.2.11.2 Dialup Network Configuration .........................8-71 8.2.11.3 Chat Support ..............................8-72 8.2.11.4 Remote Support ..............................8-72 Table of Contents 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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CHAPTER 10: CONNECTIVITY, PERIPHERALS AND SOFTWARE ................10-1 10.1 BACK CONNECTIVITY PANEL ..........................10-1 10.2 CONSOLE CONNECTIVITY ............................10-2 10.3 ULTRASONIX-APPROVED DEVICES ........................10-3 10.3.1 Connecting an External Television to the System ....................10-3 10.3.1.1 Method 1: Via the TV’s HDMI or DVI Input......................10-4 10.3.1.2 Method 2: Via the TV’s PC IN Connector ......................10-5 10.4 PERIPHERAL RECEPTACLE .............................10-6...
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SonixGPS Components ............................D-12 D.4.6 Transducer Holders and Cable Hooks ........................ D-12 D.4.7 Footswitch (Dual and Triple) ..........................D-12 D.4.8 Peripheral Tray and Basket ..........................D-13 D.4.9 System Filter ............................... D-13 Table of Contents 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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APPENDIX F: OB AND CARDIAC AUTHORS ........................F-1 APPENDIX G: REFERENCES ............................G-1 OB....................................G-1 G.1.1 OB Gestational Age ............................... G-1 G.1.2 OB Growth Analysis............................... G-3 CARDIAC..................................G-4 APPENDIX H: GLOSSARY............................. H-1 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Table of Contents...
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CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION AUDIENCE This user manual is a reference for operators using a SonixOP ultrasound system. It is designed for a reader familiar with ultrasound imaging techniques; it does not provide training in sonography or clinical practices. Before using the system the operator must have ultrasound training.
(for example, Federal Privacy Act or the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA)). In order to ensure regulatory compliance, Ultrasonix will not remove the system hard drive — and the patient data it contains — from the customer site.
Buyer agrees that injunctive or other equitable relief will be appropriate to restrain such use, threatened or actual. Buyer further agrees that (i) any of the Ultrasonix suppliers of software is a direct and intended beneficiary of this end-user sublicense and may enforce it directly against...
SYSTEM COMPONENTS Figure 2-1: SonixOP System Components Note: The front wheels on the SonixOP lock completely (i.e., when locked, no movement is allowed in any direction), while the rear wheels lock directionally. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
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Optional Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) with External Breaker Access (Not available on this platform) 10 Foot Rest 11 Wheel Base with Four (4) Locking Wheels 12 Rear Pull Handles 13 Foot Pedal Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Note: Many features are licensed options and may not be active on all systems. Refer to 8.2.22 Licensing to determine what features are active and Appendix B: System Specifications for details on available options. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction...
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Pause/resume a live image. FREEZE Button Additionally, using Custom Key settings (8.2.13) the console button can be configured to move directly to Measure. Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Arrow graphic. EXAM MGMT Button Provides access to the Exam Management page. TRANSDUCER Provides access to transducer selection keys on touch screen. Button MENU Button Provides access to setup menus. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction...
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Adjusts the steering angle depending on the active imaging mode: STEER Rocker • Color Doppler Region of Interest (ROI) box Switch • PW Doppler sample line • B-Mode/2D beam on linear transducers. Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Adjusts (turn dial) Acoustic Power and toggles (press dial) MI, TIS, TIC, TIB display depending on the active imaging mode. ACOUSTIC POWER Button/Dial Warning: Refer to A.1.1 ALARA Principle and Output Displays. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction...
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Note: The active tab on a touch screen menu is indicated by a "dot" pattern around the tab name. TGC Slide Pods Adjusts TGC (Time Gain Compensation) curve. AUDIO VOLUME Adjusts Doppler signal volume. Dial Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Pull up or push down on the front pull handles (2) to raise or lower the console. Caution: Use only the front pull handles to make the height adjustment. Do not apply pressure anywhere else on the console. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction...
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Use the front pull handles to gently swivel the console from side to side until the desired position is achieved. Pull backward on the lever under the left side of the console to lock the console in place. Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 2-10...
The system case contains the system PC and the (optional) UPS. Three (3) transducer ports are located on the right side. Refer to the SonixOP Service Manual for complete details about the contents of the system case. Warning: Do not touch the patient and the transducer ports simultaneously.
Caution: Failure to properly shut down any system may result in data corruptions and/or hard drive failure. Notes: If Shutdown Options have not been configured to request confirmation, the system will simply shut down. Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 2-12...
The system supports an optional, (dual or triple) USB Footswitch (8.2.14.4 Footswitch). Refer to 10.6 Connecting the USB Footswitch (Dual or Triple) for details on connecting the Footswitch to the various hardware platforms. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 2: Sonix Introduction 2-13...
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Figure 2-3 for main power switch location. CONNECTING TRANSDUCERS The connection ports for the Ultrasonix transducers are located on the side of the system case (Figure 2-1). To Connect/Disconnect a Transducer: Turn the latch counter-clockwise to the Open or Unlock position (2).
Quick Exam Start-up using the touch screen or with the trackball and button on the LCD display: Select the Exam Type/Application. Select the transducer. Select the Imaging Preset. Enter basic Patient Information. Begin the exam. Chapter 3: Getting Started 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Select the desired Exam Type/Application and the system will automatically move to the next page. Note: QSonix selections can also be made on the LCD display using the trackball and button. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 3: Getting Started...
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Note: User-defined Presets will be included here. If a Preset has been hidden, it will not be available for selection from QSonix. Refer to 8.2.1.1 Show/Hide Imaging Presets for details. Chapter 3: Getting Started 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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(i.e., the data acquired after switching to a different Application continues to be saved to the same patient but under a new exam). Select Start Exam to begin imaging. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 3: Getting Started...
Select Sonix Console Tutorial and a brief, onscreen description will be presented when any console button, dial or knob is activated. Select Exit Tutorial to return to the Welcome to QSonix page. Chapter 3: Getting Started 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Note: If only one (1) PDF document has been added, it will be opened automatically. The selected document will open in a PDF viewer. To Close the PDF: Select the "X" in the upper right corner of the PDF viewer window. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 3: Getting Started...
REMOTE SUPPORT Remote Support allows Ultrasonix Technical Support to view and control a system for diagnostic purposes. In order to use Remote Support, the Network must be configured (8.2.11 Network) and a PIN (Personal Identification Number) must be obtained from Ultrasonix Technical Support.
Once an image is frozen, some of the mode-specific touch screen options may be altered, for example Cine options will be available. 3.5.1 Main Touch Screen Figure 3-2: Layout of Main Touch Screen (B-Mode Example) SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 3: Getting Started...
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Note: To adjust an imaging parameter that is not currently active, tap the desired imaging parameter button then turn/press the dial directly to its right (e.g., Clarity, Figure 3-2). Chapter 3: Getting Started 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 3-10...
Figure 3-3: Layout of Main Touch Screen – Frozen (B-Mode Example) Note: For details on the other touch screen buttons, refer to Table 3-1. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 3: Getting Started 3-11...
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Note: Fields that will accept data entry via the keyboard will also accept data scanned with the barcode reader. Simply ensure that the cursor is located in the required field then scan the relevant barcode. Chapter 3: Getting Started 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 3-12...
Information data entry areas. If applicable, data can be accessed via the storage/database tabs at the bottom right side of the page (Patient and Worklist). Figure 4-1: Exam Management Page SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
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Store Queue: if enabled in DICOM Tabs • Print Queue: if enabled in DICOM • Hide: hides data to preserve privacy. Note: Refer to 4.8 Storage/Database Tabs for more details. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Enables a DICOM or ERM Worklist search. Toggle Tabs Toggles between the available Storage/Database tabs. Refer to for more details. To Access the Exam Management Page: Press the console button. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
General Options (Table 8-35) in 8.2.16 Patient Settings. All these fields can be completed using the barcode reader. Simply ensure the cursor is in the required field and scan the relevant barcode. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Note: Fields that will accept data entry via the keyboard will also accept data scanned with the barcode reader. Simply ensure that the cursor is located in the required field then scan the relevant barcode. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
Windows date format (e.g., mm/dd/yyyy).Both weeks (w) and days (d) are used to auto-calculate EDD. If the GA and EDD are entered manually, they will override the LMP field entry. • Gravida, Para and Aborta fields Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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• Day of Cycles • Gravida, Para and Aborta fields. Note: When Pelvic is selected as the Application, LMP will automatically be presented on the Patient Information Bar during imaging. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
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Once the cursor is placed in a data entry field, the Tab key may be used to move through the various data fields and the Enter key may be used to toggle through drop-down menu selections. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Measurement Unit Shows the relevant Measurement Unit, e.g., days, cm or g (grams). Set Measurement Accepts the Measurement once it has been entered. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
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Exam Management page, e.g., if the Fetus # is "2" only the Fetus A and Fetus B tabs will be available. Select the Add button to access the Exam Date selector. Note: The system will only allow the addition of one (1) exam per date. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-10...
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Repeats step 4 to 10 for any additional Fetus(es). Select Close to accept the data and return to the Exam Management page. The data entered is plotted on the growth graphs as part of the OB report package. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
Attending Physicians and Operator IDs can also be added via 3.3.1 Quick Exam Start-Up. All these fields can be completed using the barcode reader. Simply ensure the cursor is in the required field and scan the relevant barcode. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-12...
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Note: Fields that will accept data entry via the keyboard will also accept data scanned with the barcode reader. Simply ensure that the cursor is located in the required field then scan the relevant barcode. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
Application will be shown with a line through the transducer name—temporarily removing it from the pool of currently selectable transducers. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-14...
Note: If an Imaging Preset has been hidden, it will not be available for selection from the touch screen (or QSonix). This option applies to both default and user-defined Imaging Presets. Refer to 8.2.1.1 Show/Hide Imaging Presets for more details. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management 4-15...
Note: Fields that will accept data entry via the keyboard will also accept data scanned with the barcode reader. Simply ensure that the cursor is located in the required field then scan the relevant barcode. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-16...
Patient data (such as Patient ID or Name). Organizations that elect to configure/use the Enable Unassigned Exam functionality provided by Ultrasonix are assuming all liabilities and risks associated with that decision. There are three (3) methods to assign data to a Patient. On the touch screen, tap: •...
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When prompted, select Yes to continue imaging or No to end the exam. Note: If the Operator continues with the exam, all subsequent data saved to the exam will include identifying Patient data (such as Patient ID). Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-18...
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When prompted, select Yes to continue imaging or No to end the exam. Note: If the Operator continues with the exam, all subsequent data saved to the exam will include identifying Patient data (such as Patient ID). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
(8.2.13 Custom Keys) in order to be able to recall it via the Review button on the Exam Management page or the Exam Review button on the touch screen. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-20...
When first entering the Exam Import/Export page, the default action will always be Export. In order to import patient data, simply select any Source other than Local Patient Data and the button will change from Export to Import. Figure 4-6: Exam Import/Export SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management 4-21...
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Groups the available Exams by Date. Groups the available Exams by Patient. Patient Note: This is the default setting. To Access Exam Import/Export: Press the console button. Select the Import/Export button. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-22...
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When the Export is complete, the following message will be presented. Note: If Delete On Export Options were selected, the data will be deleted before the Export process is complete message is presented. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
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When the Import is complete, the following message will be presented. Note: If the data selected for Import is already available on the system, it will not be imported, i.e., it will not overwrite the existing data. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-24...
Note: This tab is available only if DICOM is licensed and a Print Server has been configured Queue (8.2.12.2). Select to blank out patient data on the Exam Management page. This feature provides data Hide privacy. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management 4-25...
Information section. Last Exam Date of the Last Exam performed on the patient (if applicable). (Number of) Images Total number of Images stored for the patient's most recent exam. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-26...
Note: The Patients Database narrows the list of patients to those that match entered search criteria. When the list has been narrowed sufficiently (e.g., to one Patient ID or all patients with the desired Last Name), select the desired patient. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management 4-27...
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Note: o change the order of the list (e.g., from numerical by Patient ID number to alphabetical by Last Name), position the cursor over the relevant Field Header and press . To reverse the order press again. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-28...
The parameters from the last search will be retained for the duration of the current (computer-defined) date. Worklist Search results are limited to a maximum of 100 records. Any result list longer than 100 records will be truncated. Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-30...
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If it’s no longer connected, the system will default to the first available transducer. This default transducer selection is not affected even if the system is turned off between exams. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management...
To reveal patient data, simply select another database tab or use the Exam Management touch screen Toggle Tabs button to move to the appropriate database. Figure 4-10: Hide Tab Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-32...
Once the system moves to live imaging, adjust the imaging parameters (e.g., Depth, Dynamic Range, Gain, Sector Size, etc.) and TGC settings. Tap the touch screen Presets tab. Tap Save Preset…. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 4: Patient Management 4-33...
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Select OK to save the Preset or Cancel to exit without saving. The user-defined Preset will now be available on the Imaging Presets page under the selected Application. Note: Refer to 8.2.1 Presets for more details on Imaging Presets, Chapter 4: Patient Management 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 4-34...
• EPI: greater penetration and improved contrast resolution for the technically difficult patient. Note: EPI is a licensed option available for use with the C5-2/60 curved array transducer. Figure 5-1: 2D/B-Mode Field Locations During Imaging SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
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B-Mode Gain (Extended Field of View/trapezoid) Frame Rate Frames per Second Dynamic Range Persistence B-Mode Map Chroma Map Acoustic Power Output Mechanical or Thermal Index Clarity = Speckle Reduction (Low, Med, High) Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. The TGC slide pods located to the right of the touch screen are used to adjust the Time Gain Compensation. Ultrasonix recommends setting the TGC slide pods in the center position. Note: Press the console button/dial to exit other imaging modes (Color, PW Doppler, M-Mode, Panoramic, etc.) at any time during the imaging session and return to 2D imaging.
To Adjust the Clarity (Speckle Reduction) Imaging Mode: Ensure the touch screen B-Mode tab is active. Tap the touch screen Clarity button. Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the level of speckle reduction. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Note: Repositioning of the Zoom FOV is only possible after the image has been magnified to a size that is larger than the image field. To exit the Zoom feature, press SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
Press twice or to exit Dual imaging. Note: Color Doppler is available during Dual but not Quad imaging. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
(4) images as required. Depending on the method selected above— only or —the images will be active or frozen, respectively. Press to exit Quad imaging. Note: Color Doppler is available during Dual but not Quad imaging. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
Brachytherapy. Figure 5-5: Brachytherapy Grid Enabled on the Imaging Screen Note: Refer to Appendix E for details on touch screen Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Note: Pressing the dial will not affect the Index setting. Warning: Refer to A.1.1 ALARA Principle and Output Displays. Note: Refer to Appendix E for details on touch screen Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
On the touch screen, tap the desired imaging parameter button to make any required adjustments. (e.g., MapM or ChromaM). Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the imaging parameter. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-10...
On the touch screen, tap the desired imaging parameter button to make any required adjustments. (e.g., MapM or ChromaM). Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the imaging parameter. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-11...
Frequency of transducer in Color Mode Wall Filter PersistC Color Persistence Color Color Map Note: Refer to Appendix E for details on touch screen Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-12...
(e.g., PersistC). Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the imaging parameter (e.g., turn dial left to decrease the amount of Persistence/turn dial right to increase the amount of Persistence). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
For example, when Color is selected as the Method, the console button will be selected and the button will be unselected (blue). If TDI is selected as the Method, both the buttons will be unselected. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-14...
Color ROI box positioning, Color ROI box resizing and PW cursor/Gate positioning. The Color ROI box moves with the PW cursor. Tap Color Mode to exit Simultaneous 2D/Color and return to Color imaging. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-15...
PULSED AND CONTINUOUS WAVE DOPPLER (PW AND CW) AND TRIPLEX Notes: Triplex is not available when Cardiac is selected as the Application. ECG is not available on this platform. Figure 5-8: PW Doppler Imaging (Combined with Triplex) Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-16...
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Figure 5-9: PW/CW Doppler Imaging Parameters Doppler Gain Doppler Pulse Repetition Frequency Doppler Transmit Frequency Doppler Wall Filter Sample Volume Angle Sweep: Low, Medium, High1, High2 Gate size Audio Volume Grayscale Map Chroma Spectrum Smooth SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-17...
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Additional PW/CW Doppler imaging parameters are available on the touch screen to optimize the Live Doppler Trace. Note: Refer to Appendix E for details on touch screen Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-18...
While in PW Doppler, ensure the touch screen PW Doppler Mode tab is active. Tap the desired selection (e.g., Chroma). Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the imaging parameter (e.g., turn dial left to decrease setting/turn dial right to increase setting). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-19...
While in CW Doppler, ensure the touch screen CW Doppler Mode tab is active. Tap the desired selection (e.g., GainD). Turn the associated touch screen dial to adjust the imaging parameter (e.g., turn dial left to decrease setting/turn dial right to increase setting). Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-20...
If required, tap Layout to move to the appropriate Split Imaging selection. Note: Refer to Layout in Table E-1 8.2.19 Imaging Modes to customize the display settings and screen layouts. Tap Triplex again to return to Duplex imaging. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-21...
• Dual/Quad • Compound (Spatial Compounding) • Color • PW Doppler • Triplex. To Initiate Auto-B Functionality: With an active image in any of the supported modes, press the console button. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-22...
Figure 5-11: Elastography Imaging Parameters Sensitivity: Low, Med1, Med2, High1, High2 Opacity Elastography Map Elastography Persistence Resolution: Low, Med, High Region: Soft, Med, Hard, All SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-23...
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Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. To Activate Elastography Imaging Mode: Ensure a transducer is both connected to the system and currently active. Note: Press the console button. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-24...
SonixShine Angle corner for negative angles. Marker Angle range: 15º to 40º. Angle range: -40º to -15º. In-Plane Needle Enhanced visibility of the in-plane needle. Shine Ang SonixShine Angle imaging parameter. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-25...
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Ensure B-Mode or Compound Imaging is active. Tap the touch screen SonixShine button. Tap the Shine Ang button and the turn the associated dial to set the required angle. Adjust the remaining imaging parameters as required. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-26...
±2 mm. Figure 5-13: SonixGPS Imaging Warning: Some SonixGPS components may interfere with nearby electrical systems or anyone relying on life-sustaining equipment, such as a pacemaker or defibrillator. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-27...
Warning: Measurements performed on the acquired Panoramic image may be inaccurate as the accuracy of the geometric re-composition is very user-dependent. Measurements performed on the acquired Panoramic image should be used for informational purposes only. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-28...
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Note: Pressing the dial will not affect the Index setting. Warning: Refer to A.1.1 ALARA Principle and Output Displays Note: Refer to Appendix E for details on touch screen Mode Action and Imaging Parameters buttons. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-29...
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Caution: Measurements performed on the acquired Panoramic image may be inaccurate as the accuracy of the geometric re-composition is very user-dependent. Measurements performed on the acquired Panoramic image should be used for informational purposes only. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-30...
• via Custom Keys (8.2.13), so an Operator can start/stop a recording at will • automatically, via Capture Settings (8.2.18), so a recording starts every time a new exam is initiated. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
Select to play the available Cine. Stop Cine Select to stop the Cine playback. Tap to store the selected Cine frames to the system or press the appropriate Record Custom Key button (8.2.13). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-33...
5.12 Standard and Advanced 3D/4D Imaging for details on capturing a 3D/ 4D image. To Select/Adjust Touch Screen Cine Controls: Tap the touch screen Cine tab. Tap desired selection (e.g., Cine Start Fast). Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-34...
Note: Once the trackball arrow is over a thumbnail, a red will be presented in the top right hand corner. Select the and press to delete the thumbnail. Press again to return to imaging mode. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-35...
When Scan Type = Fan, the Angle selection range is 5° to 90°, with adjustments available in 5° increments. Lists the number of Frames Acquired during imaging. These Frames are used to form the Frames Acquired Freehand 3D image. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-36...
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The acquired image will be rendered to the 3D/4D LCD display in the A|VR format. Note: Use Standard 3D/4D imaging options to optimize the Freehand 3D Volume (refer to 5.12.1 for details). Press to exit Freehand 3D. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-37...
Figure 3-2, Figure 3-3, Table 3-1 Table 3-2. Refer to these sections for more details on general touch screen layout. Multislice is not available with Freehand 3D or Standard 3D/4D. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-38...
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A|VR To access Sculpt… touch screen layouts, refer to item 2, above. C|VR Note: Display Mode options are also available from the LCD display. For 5.12.2.1 details, refer to SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-39...
If not currently active, tap the touch screen Cine button. Once an image has been frozen, the Cine controls discussed in Table 5-19 are available on the touch screen. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-40...
To move a slider to a new position, position the mouse arrow over the slider, press the console button then use the trackball to move the slider. Figure 5-20: 3D/4D Display Mode LCD Display Note: Multislice is not available with Freehand 3D or Standard 3D/4D. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-41...
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Imaging Parameters as well as edit imaging parameters (Zoom, Map, Threshold, etc) to adjust the image as desired. Cine Frame Indicators Additional LCD Display 5.12.3 Refer to for details. Details Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-42...
To move a slider to a new position, position the mouse arrow over the slider, press the console button then use the trackball to move the slider. Press again to anchor the slider in the new position. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-43...
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Operators also have the ability to edit the position of the top line of the ROI box (spline editing). Note: Refer to the following sections for more details: 5.12.6 Spline Editing of 3D/4D Images 5.12.7 Repositioning the ROI Box Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-44...
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Note: On the touch screen, tap to activate. On the LCD display, use the trackball, cursor and button to change Display Mode options. All options in this table are available from both the touch screen and the LCD Display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
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Cine Tap to access 4D Cine options. Tap to access Sculpt options. Sculpt… 5.12.2.4 Note: Refer to for more details on Sculpt…. Exit Tap to exit 3D/4D imaging. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-46...
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Rotates the selected image about the Y-axis. Z-axis Rotates the selected image about the Z-axis. VR Orient Sets the Orientation of the VR. Note: Refer to 5.12.1.1 for details on Cine controls. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-47...
Render Mode options. To move a slider to a new position, position the mouse arrow over the slider, press the console button then use the trackball to move the slider. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-48...
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Zoom increments. Reference Slice Enables users to choose the Slice to be viewed from the active plane. Adjusts the grayscale coloration of the VR Bkgnd/Background on the LCD Background display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-49...
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Adjusts the Contrast Pos of the VR on the LCD display. Once moved from the Contrast default center position, Contrast adjustments will be centered on the new Pos(ition) Contrast Pos setting. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-50...
User Mode options. To move a slider to a new position, position the mouse arrow over the slider, press the console button then use the trackball to move the slider. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-51...
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Adjusts the Contrast Pos of the VR on the LCD display. Once moved from the Contrast default center position, Contrast adjustments will be centered on the new Pos(ition) Contrast Pos setting. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-52...
Rotates the selected image about the Y-axis. Z-axis Rotates the selected image about the Z-axis. Note: While in Sculpt, use the trackball, cursor and button to change the various Mode options available from the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-53...
Volumes per Second (VPS). VPS is auto-calculated based on the FOV and Quality settings. It VPS (Volumes per Second) cannot be edited. MI (Mechanical Index) The MI is displayed for informational purposes only. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-54...
For clarity, color is used to highlight the A, B and C Planes. Figure 5-28: Image Quadrants Green: Acquisition Plane (A) Green: Acquisition Plane (A) Blue: Transverse Plane (B) Perpendicular to the Acquisition Plane Red: Coronal Plane (C) Volume Rendering (VR) SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-55...
5.12.4.1 3D Imaging To Acquire a 3D Image with an Ultrasonix 4D Transducer: Ensure a 4D transducer is connected to the system. Note: The 4D transducer must be inserted into the upper most transducer connection port to ensure proper function.
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Slowly move the transducer over the area of interest. Press the console button to complete the acquisition. The final image of the acquired 4D Cine file will be presented on the LCD display in the default format A|VR. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-57...
Volume method, they will be presented as thumbnails with a box icon. Refer to Table 5-22 for more details on Save Volume. Select the desired thumbnail to open the image for editing. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-58...
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Volume method, they will be presented as thumbnails with a box icon. Refer to Table 5-22 for more details on Save Volume. Select on the desired thumbnail to open the image for editing. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-59...
Note: As the touch screen Reset button applies to any changes made, be sure to use Save Volume or the relevant Custom Key option (1 or 2) to print/save relevant images. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-60...
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A linked VR means that at least one Plane is visible and is the active image on the LCD display, thus enabling either spline editing or ROI repositioning (5.12.7). When unlinked, the VR is the active image. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
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Note: As the touch screen Reset button applies to any changes made, be sure to use the relevant Custom Key option ( ) to print/save relevant images. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-62...
Note: As the touch screen Reset button applies to any changes made, be sure to use Save Volume or the relevant Custom Key option (1 or 2) to print/save relevant images. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging...
Note: As the touch screen Reset button applies to any changes made, be sure to use Save Volume or the relevant Custom Key option (1 or 2) to print/save relevant images. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-64...
Presets. 5.12.9.1 Selecting a Default 3D/4D User (Preset) For convenience, Ultrasonix has configured 3D/4D Imaging to enable the user to select a default Preset to be applied to every image immediately after acquisition. If the current Default Preset is not appropriate, the user has the option to load a different one (5.12.9.2).
Select User Mode on the LCD display. Select the radio button for the desired User Preset. Note: Ultrasonix does not recommend editing the Preset parameters for Users 1, 2 and 3. To save the parameters of the new Preset, select Save.
To Load a User Preset: Ensure an image has been acquired. Select User Mode on the LCD display. Select the radio button for the desired User Preset. Select Load to activate the selected Preset. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 5: Imaging 5-67...
Ensure an image has been acquired. Select User Mode on the LCD display. Select the radio button for the desired User Preset. Select Load. Tap the touch screen Reset button. Chapter 5: Imaging 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 5-68...
Application, tap the touch screen Presets… button and change the Application– Transducer–Preset settings as required. To access Measurement Packages, press the console button. Figure 6-1: Measurement Packages Touch Screen Note: This example uses the Application–Transducer–Preset combination Abdomen–L14-5/38–Superficial. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
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Press to delete it. Selects, sets and activates calipers, ellipse, etc. Toggles between the calipers prior to finalizing (setting) the measurement. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Tap to move to the relevant Report (6.8). Tap Exit to return to Measurement Packages. Report Note: The touch screen will change to the Report Worksheet touch screen. Tap Exit to return to the measurements touch screen. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
Note: Onscreen measurement labels are placed at or near the location of the first caliper. In order to avoid overlapping measurement labels, whenever possible, take care not to overlap measurement starting points. 6.1.1 2D Linear Measurement Figure 6-2: 2D Image with Linear Measurement Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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BACKSPACE key is pressed, another dot in the line is erased.) Alternatively, use the button (located next to the button). Press to set the measurement and record it onscreen and (for non-Generic measurements) to the Worksheet/Report. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
Press to set the final caliper position. The Area and Circumference values are presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Alternatively, use the button (located next to the button). Press to set the final caliper position. The Area and Circumference values are presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
Press to set the final caliper. The system will automatically join the first and last caliper positions in order to calculate the Area and Circumference and display them onscreen. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
BACKSPACE key is pressed, another dot in the line is erased.) Alternatively, use the button (located next to the button). Press to set the final caliper. The Area and Circumference values are presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
All three (3) measurements must be completed to calculate the Volume. Only the three (3) most recent measurements (L, H, W and their Volume calculation) will be visible onscreen at any one time. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-10...
The resulting % Diameter Reduction is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display along with the inner (I) and outer (O) diameter measurements that were used in the calculation. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
The resulting % Area Reduction is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display along with the inner (I) and outer (O) measurements that were used in the calculation. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-12...
The resulting % Area Reduction is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display along with the inner (I) and outer (O) measurements that were used in the calculation. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
The resulting % Area Reduction is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display along with the inner (I) and outer (O) measurements that were used in the calculation. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-14...
Press to set the measurement. The Heart Rate value is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 6-15...
Note: When using the Cardiac Measurement Package RV/LV (M), both diastolic and systolic M-Mode Distance measurements must be completed. The Distance value is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-16...
Note: If no measurement is selected from the touch panel, a generic Velocity measurement value will be displayed depending on the application selected. For example, for Vascular, the Velocity will be cm/sec but for Cardiac it may be m/sec. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
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An End Diastolic Velocity (EDV) value with associated Resistive Index (RI) and Systolic/ Diastolic Ratio (SD) is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-18...
Use the trackball to draw the trace along the desired Waveform right up to the point of end diastole. Press SELECT to end and set the Trace. Press to end and set the Trace. The Trace values are presented on the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 6-19...
Use the trackball to position the second caliper. Note: Pressing will toggle control between the calipers enabling either or both to be repositioned. Press to set it. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-20...
Press to set the measurement. The Heart Rate value is presented on the bottom right of the LCD display. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 6-21...
Use the trackball to position the second caliper of the second Strain Ratio box. Press to set the second caliper and complete the measurement. Repeat step 3 step 11 as many times as required. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-22...
Once the first instance of a measurement has been taken, the relevant touch screen button will be prefaced by (1). If additional versions of that measurement are taken, the number will increment accordingly. Unless the measurement(s) is Generic, it will be displayed in the Report Worksheet. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
• if two (2) diameter measurements (e.g., D1 and D2) are made for a Follicle (e.g., F1) then: Volume of π F1=((D1+D2)/2) • if four (4) diameter measurements (e.g., D1, D2, D3 and D4) are made for a Follicle (e.g., F2), then: π Volume of F2=((D1+D2+D3+D4)/4) Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-24...
Measurements). Any measurement that is edited will be marked with an asterisk (*). Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined measurements for diagnostic purposes. All user- defined measurements are used at the operator's discretion and risk only. Note: The touch screen Report/Worksheet button is only available if a patient has been selected.
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Tap Exit to close the Report Worksheet or use the trackball and button to select the X in the upper right corner. Note: Exiting the Report Worksheet will not end the current exam. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-26...
Tap Exit to close the Report Worksheet and return to imaging or use the trackball and button to select the X in the upper right corner. Figure 6-5: Sample Page from an Obstetrical Report Worksheet SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis...
QA Review enables a Reviewer to make note of any Follow-up Findings, record their QA results, Agree/Disagree with the results determined by the Operator associated with the exam in question as well as enter any relevant Notes they may wish to make. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-28...
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US Charge #1 institutions. US Charge #2 US Charge #3 Note: Ultrasonix recommends "blanking out" any unused billing code fields. Enables Reviewers to comment on Follow-up Findings as necessary. Follow-up Findings Note: This field will accept approximately 75 characters. Adequate US Image Accepts a Yes or No answer.
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Note: Any Report/Worksheet opened/created during/prior to this setting being selected will not include the Billing and QA options. Use the trackball, console keyboard and button to complete the Billing and QA Review fields as required. Chapter 6: Clinical Analysis 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 6-30...
Activates the keyboard for Text entry and displays Application-specific Annotation buttons on the touch screen. Deletes the most recent Text or Annotation entry. Provides delete character functionality during data entry mode (Exam Management page). Selects/sets onscreen options. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms...
Tap Delete Last (or use the keyboard Backspace key) to remove the letter(s) to the Delete Last left of the Text cursor. To Access the Annotations Touch Screen: Press the console button. Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Tab key to cycle through all the preset words beginning with that letter. To set the selected preset word, press Enter on the keyboard. Press to exit Text/Annotation mode. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms...
To remove the most recently entered Annotation, tap Delete Last while in the Annotations touch screen. Repeating this action will delete each subsequent entry in reverse order. Press to exit Text/Annotation mode. Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
Use the trackball to rotate the tail of the Text Arrow so it does not block any of the image. Press to lock the entire Text Arrow tip in place on the image. Repeat step 2 step 6 as many times as necessary. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms...
To adjust the Pictogram orientation marker after setting it, move the cursor until it is close to the marker and press again. Repeat step 3 step 5 to re-set the marker. Note: To hide the Pictogram from view, tap the touch screen Hide button. Chapter 7: Text, Annotations and Pictograms 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
User, Administrator and Service. Menu-level password protection applies as follows: • Users Settings: no password protection • Administrator Settings: optional password protection • Service Settings: always password protected. Only qualified Ultrasonix Medical Corporation service personnel can access this menu. To access any of the following functions, press the console button.
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Organizations that elect to configure/use the networking functionality provided Network by Ultrasonix are assuming all liabilities and risks associated with that decision. Note: Dialup access requires an external USB modem. Talk to your local dealer or Ultrasonix Technical Support for details.
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The system is delivered with this option under Password protection. Service Settings Note: Only qualified Ultrasonix Medical Corporation service personnel can access this menu. Note: Use the trackball and button to close each menu and exit the menu system, one menu at a time. To exit the entire menu system in one step, press the console button.
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From the User Settings menu, select Administrator to access Administrator Settings. From the Administrator Settings menu, select Service… to access the Service Mode dialog. Note: To exit the entire menu system in one step, press the console button. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
(refer to 8.2.17 Status Bar for details on the SonixLive icon). Note: Because Streaming Video may cause a noticeable decrease in overall system performance, Ultrasonix recommends activating SonixLive only when video streaming is required (8.1.1.4 Activating/Deactivating SonixLive). The VLC Media Player is freeware available from VideoLAN. The Sonix system is delivered with the server-side software ready for use.
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Start/Stop SonixLive Note: Because Streaming Video may cause a noticeable decrease in overall system performance, Ultrasonix recommends activating SonixLive only when video streaming is required. Select from the drop-down menu (for multicasting) or type in the relevant Stream to IP Address of the client.
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Note: The Sonix will only support remote viewing with the VLC Media Player on a PC running Windows XP. When planning to multicast, Ultrasonix recommends downloading the VLC software to a USB key to simplify the multi-PC installation process. To Install VLC Software on the Remote PC: Open Windows Explorer and move to the directory containing the downloaded VLC software.
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On the Choose Components dialog, select Custom as the type of installation. Select the checkboxes for all available optional components and select Next. Note: Ensure the target PC has enough space to complete the installation. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Select Install to accept the default Destination Folder and begin the install. Note: To change the Destination Folder location/name, select Browse and follow the instructions. When the installation is done, select Finish. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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Select the + (plus) signs to expand Video and Output modules. Select Advanced options. From the Video output module drop-down menu select OpenGL video output. Select the - (minus) sign to close Output modules and Video. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-10...
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Select the + (plus) sign to expand Input/Codecs and Other codecs. Select FFmpeg. Set the Post processing quality field to 6. Select Save. Select the Open button. Select the Network tab. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-11...
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The SonixLive icon will only be visible if it has been enabled (refer to 8.2.17 Status Bar for more details). Select OK to accept the changes or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-12...
The SonixLive icon will only be visible if it has been enabled (refer to 8.2.17 Status Bar for more details). Select OK to accept the changes or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-13...
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In the Open URL dialog, enter the SonixLive IP Address followed by :8080. For example, if the relevant IP Address is 127.0.0.1, type in http://127.0.0.1:8080. Select the OK button and the SonixLive video stream will be displayed in the Windows Media Player. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-14...
If privacy/security is a concern, do not select this option. To determine the relevant IP Address, refer to the Local IP Address field in 8.2.11 Network. Select OK to accept the changes or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-15...
The SonixLive icon will only be visible if it has been enabled (refer to 8.2.17 Status Bar for more details). Select OK to accept the changes or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-16...
8.1.2 Remote Support Remote Support is a licensed option that allows a member of the Ultrasonix Technical Support to view and control the system for diagnostic purposes. In order to use Remote Support, the Network must be configured (8.2.11 Network) and a PIN (Personal Identification Number) must be obtained from Ultrasonix Technical Support.
8.1.3 Chat Support Chat Support enables a real-time discussion with a member of the Ultrasonix Technical Support team. In order to use Chat Support, it must first be configured in 8.2.11 Network. Note: If Chat Support is not available, contact the IT Department and have them check to ensure the network connection is active and that Chat Support has been configured for use (8.2.11.3).
Warning: Application parameters should be configured by a qualified medical practitioner. Figure 8-2: Administrator Settings Menu To Access Administrator Settings: Press the console button. Select Administrator to access the Administrator Settings menu. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-19...
Note: Rename and Delete are only available if a user-defined Preset has Rename and Delete been selected. Caution: Restore Defaults restores all Presets Setup changes to their Restore Defaults factory settings. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-20...
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Select the Delete button. Select Yes to confirm the deletion or No to cancel the operation. Note: The message will specify the name of the user-defined Preset selected for deletion. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
Deselecting General under Abdomen for all applicable transducers will hide that Preset from view on both the touch screen and in QSonix. Select OK to accept the changes or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-22...
Caution: Restore Defaults restores all Presets Setup changes to their Restore Defaults factory settings. Insert (Symbol) Note: The order in which Annotations are presented is matched on the touch screen during Text entry (7.1 Text and Annotations). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-23...
Alternatively, if multiple pages already exist, move through them using the onscreen page selection button, making changes as required. Press ENTER on the keyboard to accept the changes or ESC to delete the entry. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-24...
List of Pictograms attached to the selected Preset Selected Pictogram Pictogram Selectors Pictogram Order Selectors Caution: Restore Defaults restores all Presets Setup changes to their Restore Defaults factory settings. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-25...
Use the order (up/down) selector buttons to move the item to another place in the list of selected Pictograms. Repeat step 5 step 6 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-26...
Measurements Tab Exam Type Default Imaging Measurements Package (labelled in bold face type) Measurements checkbox Caution: Restore Defaults restores all Presets Setup changes to their Restore Defaults factory settings. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-27...
Note: There can be only one (1) default Measurements Package for each Exam Type. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-28...
(Use Text Arrow with Length (mm)). To Access the Global Annotation Settings Dialog: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Annotations. Note: Refer to 8.2.2 Presets – Annotations for details on configuring Preset-specific Annotations. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-29...
Select Administrator > Annotations. Select Use Text Arrow with Length (mm). Enter the appropriate Length in millimeters. Select OK to accept the setting and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-30...
Note: It is not possible to edit factory-installed Measurement Packages. Figure 8-8: Measurements Settings Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables for diagnostic purposes. All user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables are used at the Operator's discretion and risk only.
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Caution: Some caliper sizes/colors, font sizes or dot colors may not appear clearly on the image screen, stored image or printed/recorded image. To ensure clear visualization of the caliper, label font and connection points, Ultrasonix recommends setting the caliper graphics to at least Medium.
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Note: A Measurement must be performed in order to appear on the Worksheet or Report. Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables for diagnostic purposes. All user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables are used at the Operator's discretion and risk only.
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Distance Units and EFW Units as required. Select OK to accept the settings and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Note: Refer to 8.2.6.3 for details on Customizing Measurements. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-34...
3 step 4 as often as necessary to re-order the OB Measurements as required. Select OK to accept the settings and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-35...
It will not, however, be printed on the Report. Note: The last two (2) options apply only to Measurements, not Measurement Packages. Show/hide options apply to both factory-installed and customized measurements. Figure 8-9: Customize Measurements Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-36...
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To show/hide an Application on the LCD display and touch screen (within the measurement function) select/deselect the Application checkbox. Repeat step 3 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-37...
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Measurement Package checkbox. Repeat step 3 step 4 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-38...
Managing Custom Measurements for more details. Repeat step 3 step 5 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-39...
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Customized Measurements are marked with a key icon indicating that are user-created and can be edited or deleted. Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables for diagnostic purposes. All user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables are used at the Operator's discretion and risk only.
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Once a Type has been selected, any attempt to change that PointsArea Type for the specified measurement will result in an PointsSpectrum overwrite confirmation message. RectArea RTSA SimpsonsTrace SpectrumRange Time TimeSlope TraceArea TraceAreaSolid TraceSpectrum Velocity1 Velocity2 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-41...
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Report. Refer to 8.2.6.2 for more details. Determines whether or not a measurement will be included Visible in Worksheet in a Worksheet. Refer to 8.2.6.2 for more details. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-42...
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Expand the relevant Application tree by selecting the appropriate plus (+) sign (e.g., select the plus (+) sign next to Abdomen). Select the Add Package button and pkg1 will be added (alphabetically) to the list of Measurement Packages. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-43...
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Note: If pkg1 is selected, the custom Measurement will be created one level below pkg1. If Abdomen is selected, the custom Measurement will be created at the same level as Abdomen. Select the Add Measurements button and mmt1 will be added. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-44...
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Place the cursor in the Name field on the right hand side of the dialog. Use the touch screen keyboard to erase and type in a new Measurement Package or Measurement Name. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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Make the appropriate changes in the Measurement tab on the right hand side of the dialog. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-46...
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(+) sign next to Abdomen). Select the custom Measurement Package or Measurement to be deleted. Select the Delete button. Select Yes to confirm the deletion or No to cancel the operation. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-47...
Use the (up/down) selector buttons to move the item to another place in the list. Repeat step 4 step 5 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-48...
Note: Refer to Table F-6 Appendix F for a complete list of Cardiac Author Settings. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-49...
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Warning: Various factors may affect the accuracy of Obstetrical measurements. Ensure: • system Date and Time are configured correctly. • desired Obstetrical calculation author has been selected for each parameter. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-50...
8.2.6.6 Managing OB Tables Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables for diagnostic purposes. All user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables are used at the Operator's discretion and risk only. To Create New Obstetrical Calculation Authors and Look-up Tables: Press the console button.
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PowerPoint files on the system in order to provide training to their staff. The training files may be provided by Ultrasonix, but they can also be created by each organization, as long as they are created in one of the accepted digital formats.
Follow the status of the progress bar to see how far along the download is. When the download is complete, the Title will be added to the list of available Tutorials. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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Select the Add button. Once the addition is complete, the Title will be added to the list of available Tutorials. Note: As a precaution, test each file to ensure it displays properly. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-56...
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For files with an audio component, the volume can be adjusted with the audio slide on the right hand side of the tutorial screen. Master Volume control is adjusted from the System Settings dialog (8.2.10). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
Warning: This user manual does not include a comprehensive discussion of the SonixGPS option. For complete details on using SonixGPS, read and follow all instructions and warnings in the most recent SonixGPS User Manual. Figure 8-13: SonixGPS Settings Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-58...
Press the console button. Select Administrator > Biopsy Guide. Select/deselect the checkbox for Use Single Guideline. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-59...
Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the Insert (Symbol) keyboard (e.g., punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-60...
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Turkish or Korean as the language for Keyboard Layout. Additionally, because Keyboard Layout selections are controlled by Windows rather than Ultrasonix, there are many more Keyboard Layouts to choose from than there are Interface Languages. Select country-specific parameters, including Date and Internal Settings…...
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Favorites). Customization Note: Available only on SonixTouch and SonixTablet. Banners Not available in this release. Exports copies of all current System Logs. System Logs Note: These cannot be imported. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-62...
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Imports user-configured System Settings from an external storage device (e.g., USB medium). Settings must have been previously exported from a Sonix system. Caution: Ultrasonix does not recommend importing user-defined Presets created with a previous software version as they may not be compatible for use with a more recent software update.
Select Administrator > System > Admin Password…. Enter a Password when prompted by the dialog. Select OK to accept the Password and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-64...
Select OK to begin the export process or Cancel to exit without exporting. If OK is selected in the previous step, a completion dialog will be presented when the export process has finished (this will take approximately 15–45 seconds). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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To Import User Data: Caution: Ultrasonix does not recommend importing user-defined Presets created with a previous software version as they may not be compatible for use with a more recent software update. Plug the previously-created removable disk (e.g., USB key) into one of the USB ports at the front of the console.
Select Administrator > System > Export…. Select the relevant item(s). Note: Factory defaults will be restored to all selected options (except Settings, System Logs and Licenses). Select Restore Defaults. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-67...
Note: A dialup connection requires a third-party, USB modem. Contact your dealer or Ultrasonix Technical Support to learn more about this option. Remote Support is a licensed option that allows a member of the Ultrasonix Technical Support to view and control the system for diagnostic purposes. Ultrasonix Technical Support will help configure this option should it ever be required.
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Select this checkbox to enable Chat Support. After receiving a PIN (Personal Identification Number) from Ultrasonix, use this option to connect to the Internet. This will allow an Remote Support Ultrasonix Support technician to remotely access the system to resolve any issues that may have arisen.
IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway. Select OK and exit the Menu system. Note: It may be necessary to restart in order for the changes to take affect. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-70...
8.2.11.2 Dialup Network Configuration Note: A dialup connection requires a third-party, USB modem. Contact your dealer or Ultrasonix Technical Support to learn more about this option. To Configure a Dial-up Connection (If Available): Connect the modem's USB connector to connection point 7.
Note: A network connection is required for Chat Support. 8.2.11.4 Remote Support Remote Support is a licensed option that allows a member of the Ultrasonix Technical Support to view and control the Sonix for diagnostic purposes. Note: A network connection is required for Remote Support.
When using a wireless network connection, ensure the wireless network is configured properly and that the system has a live wireless connection. Figure 8-17: DICOM Configuration Note: Global Settings for the Local Host apply to DICOM Storage, Print and Worklist. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-73...
4 as many times as required. Configure settings as required. Note: In addition to the four (4) tabbed settings options, select the Settings… button to access Storage Settings. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-74...
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Select to Delete the selected AE Storage Device. Select to send verification request to DICOM Storage Device (ping to Test verify connection). Settings… Select to access Storage Settings (Figure 8-19 Table 8-21). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-75...
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Select to send verification request to DICOM Storage Commitment Test Device (ping to verify connection). Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the keyboard (e.g., Insert (Symbol) punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-76...
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Store Grayscale Images Select to store images in grayscale format. Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the Insert (Symbol) keyboard (e.g., punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-77...
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SCP. Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the keyboard (e.g., Insert (Symbol) punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-78...
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Note: To adjust the Brightness/Contrast settings, position the trackball arrow over Reset the Brightness or Contrast slider. Press and hold the button while moving the trackball left or right to the desired position. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-79...
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Select to send Cine files in AVI format. When deselected, Cine files will be Embed Cine As Is sent in DICOM format. Select/deselect in order to include/exclude SonixDVR videos in the Send SonixDVR Videos SonixHUB transfer. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-80...
Configure AE Configuration and Brightness/Contrast as required. Note: In addition to the two (2) tabbed settings options, select the Settings… button to access Print Settings and Advanced Print Settings. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-81...
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IP Address Unique identifier of Print SCP. Port Listening Port of the Print SCP. Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the keyboard (e.g., Insert (Symbol) punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-82...
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Clear Film or Blue Film. Print Priority Select the print job priority: High, Medium or Low. Select the location to which the print job will be sent: Processor or Film Destination Magazine. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-83...
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Image Size Enter the printer-specific Image Size in mm. Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the keyboard (e.g., Insert (Symbol) punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-84...
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Select Administrator > DICOM > Worklist. Create/select a Device Name. Edit the Application Entity (AE) settings for the selected Device. Repeat step 3 as many times as required. Configure the dialog as required. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-86...
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IP Address Unique identifier of Worklist SCP. Port Listening Port of the Worklist SCP. Enables the insertion of text symbol(s) not available on the keyboard (e.g., Insert (Symbol) punctuation, symbols and letters from other languages). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-87...
Note: To select Store Locally (above), all other options must be deselected. Sends images to a DICOM printer. Refer to 8.2.12 DICOM DICOM Print Configuration for more setup details. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-88...
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Select Administrator > Custom Keys. Select the desired Custom Key tab. Configure the individual Custom Keys as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-89...
Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software. Figure 8-29: Peripherals To Access the Peripherals Dialog: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Peripherals. Select the relevant Peripherals dialog tab. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-90...
Select the number of print Rows. Enable Select to allow Image Sheet Printing. Header Enter text to be printed in each Header. Footer Note: This field is always disabled. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-91...
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8.2.13 Custom Keys. To send partial print pages (e.g., 3 images remaining on a 4 image/sheet format) at the end of an exam, tap the touch screen End Exam button. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-92...
Repeat step 4 step 5 as many times as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-93...
Select Administrator > Peripherals. Select the VCR/Photo tab. Select/deselect Enable Video Out as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-94...
Table 8-32: Footswitch Options Enable BNC Footswitches None Print Freeze Select the action to be performed when a specific footswitch is Quick Cine Record pressed. Exam Management Measurements Exam Review SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-95...
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To Configure the Footswitch Settings: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Peripherals. Configure the Footswitch options as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-96...
Position the trackball arrow over the Brightness or Contrast slider. Press and hold the button while moving the trackball to the desired position. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-97...
Reset to Default Restores all settings to the factory defaults. Calibrate Touch Screen Recalibrates the touch screen. Reset Controller Not available in this release. Not available on this platform. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-98...
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Select Reset to Default to restore factory settings. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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Select Administrator > Peripherals> Touch Screen. Select Calibrate and follow the touch screen prompts. Note: Tap the places indicated with a quick, light touch. Once the calibration is complete, select OK to exit. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-100...
To Configure Display Settings: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Display. Configure Display Settings as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-101...
• Worksheets must be reviewed prior to ending an exam (not relevant to this platform) • FTP transfers are automatically initiated once an exam is ended (8.2.17 Status Bar). Figure 8-37: Patient Settings Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-102...
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Name). Organizations that elect to configure/use the Enable Unassigned Exam functionality provided by Ultrasonix are assuming all liabilities and risks associated with that decision. Select/deselect to display/hide the Patient Information Hide Patient Information during an exam. Capitalize Patient Names and...
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Operator Name Note: The Operator E-Mail address must be valid as it is Operator E-Mail used by EHealthConx to identify the Operator Default Protocol involved in each specific exam. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-105...
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Select the desired Field Setting (e.g., Last Name). Select the Mandatory checkbox. Repeat step 3 step 4 as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-106...
Select Administrator > Patient > EMR Systems,,,. Select Enable EHealthConx and configure the Connection Setup options as required. Note: Ultrasonix recommends that Connection Setup options be configured using the settings provided by your IT Department. Select Operators…. Enter the required data in each field and select the Add/Edit button.
This icon will be visible only when the DICOM Worklist server is being accessed. Note: A Network connection must exist in order to have access Success Failure to a DICOM network. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-108...
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8-35), ensure the FTP transfer status Connected Not Connected option is selected. Select All Enables the selection of all options in one step. Deselect All Enables the deselection of all options in one step. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-109...
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To Configure Status Bar Indicators: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Status Bar. Select/deselect Displayed Indicators as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-110...
Note: Image includes image field, imaging parameters and patient Local Storage data bar. Thumbnail images are not included. Full screen includes the entire display, including thumbnails. Video Output Not available in this release. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-111...
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To Configure Capture Settings: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Capture. Configure Capture Settings as required. Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-112...
Left Side image will be presented as active, then immediately freeze and active imaging will move to the Right Side. M/Doppler Color Line Select/edit the M-Mode line color. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup...
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Select OK to accept the changes and exit or Cancel to exit without saving. If OK is selected in step 4, a message will be presented. Select OK to continue. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-114...
Press the console button. Select Administrator > Documentation. Ensure the appropriate media containing the relevant User Manual PDF(s) is connected to the system (e.g., a USB key). Select the Add… button. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-115...
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4 step 7 as many time as required. To Delete a (PDF) Document: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Documentation. Highlight the PDF to be deleted. Select Delete. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-116...
Available Updates down menu are limited by the selection made in the Update Location drop-down menu. Update Progress Lets the user know when the update is complete or Ready. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 8: System Setup 8-117...
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Select Update to begin the update process or Cancel to exit without updating. Note: The Update Progress bar displays the download progress. Upon completion, the Software Update will be auto-installed and the system will restart automatically. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-118...
Figure 8-44: Licensing Note: Options that are not licensed at the time of purchase will not be visible in the Licensing dialog. To Enable a new Option, call your local dealer or Ultrasonix Technical Support. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
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(with Expiry Date) in 27 days. License was Enabled but is now Expired. Expired Note: To restore an Expired license, call your local dealer or Ultrasonix Technical Support. Operator has deselected a licensed Option. Disabled Note: To Enable the Option, check it then select OK to save and exit.
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Under the Look in drop-down menu, select the relevant drive/device and locate license.key. Select Open to re-import license.key. Note: If there are any problems, clear all menus, return to the Licensing dialog and contact Ultrasonix Technical Support for assistance. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
SERVICE MENU Access to Service is password protected and restricted to certified, Ultrasonix Service representatives. Chapter 8: System Setup 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 8-122...
CHAPTER 9: IMAGE STORAGE, REVIEW, TRANSFER AND PRINT The SonixOP includes a (local) patient/exam management system with image storage, review, transfer and print which can be accessed from: • the Exam Management page via the Review button. This allows the Operator to select one or multiple patients and their associated exam(s) •...
IMAGE REVIEW Figure 9-1: Exam Management Note: Select Review to access Exam Review page (review current or selected Patient(s) image files). Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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To Access the Exam Review Page (Method 2 – Current Patient): During a patient exam, press the console button. On the Exam Management page, select Review to view the current exam images. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print...
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SHIFT or CTRL keyboard buttons to highlight the relevant Patients. Select Review and the Image Review page will be presented with the exam files for the selected Patient(s). Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Check to select individual images for image transfer or deletion. White arrow indicates more images. The trackball arrow cursor triggers scrolling of thumbnails both to the right and left. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print...
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The image thumbnails on the bottom of the screen represent all the available images for the exam under review. To scroll through the thumbnails, use the trackball to move the cursor over to the right or left side of the thumbnails. Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Use to select currently displayed frame, one (1) frame at a time. Speed Use to select Cine review play speed: ⅛, ¼, ½, Full (1/1) or Double (2/2). Figure 9-5: Image Selection/Deselection SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print...
Tap the touch screen Delete… button or select Delete from the menu on the LCD display. Note: Select Deselect All to reset the screen and deselect the patient(s), exam(s) and image(s). Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
To select all exams for a patient, select the checkbox for the desired patient. To select only the desired image(s) open each exam and select the individual checkbox(es) for the desired image(s). Figure 9-6: Storage Destination Dialog SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print...
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Select to save the transfer settings as the default for future use. Send Select to complete the image transfer. Close Select to clear the dialog and exit without transferring the images. Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 9-10...
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Select Transfer…. Select the desired Storage Destination. Note: All connected Ultrasonix-approved digital storage peripherals will appear in the list of Storage Destinations. If a DICOM Storage or Print Server is connected, it will also be available for selection. Files saved to a USB storage device (e.g., [E:\] (Removable Device)) during data transfer will be printed to a PDF in the relevant Patient directory under Patientinfo.
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Send the Operator will be able to select the specific Server (or set of Servers) to which the data will be transferred. The original files will remain unchanged on the local hard drive. The Update Progress bar displays the transfer progress. Chapter 9: Image Storage, Review, Transfer and Print 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 9-12...
The system includes a wide range of connectivity features that allow the user to simultaneously connect a variety of peripherals. Refer to 8.2.14 Peripherals and the SonixOP Service Manual for further details on peripheral connectivity. Warning: Do not touch the patient and the transducer ports simultaneously.
USB (x2) memory stick, etc.). Use to connect the system to a network. This port supports 10Mb/100Mb. Connected to the console 1 button, use to connect an Ultrasonix-approved peripheral (including a Footswitch). BNC (Input) Note: The device connected to this BNC is controlled by the settings configured for...
10.3 ULTRASONIX-APPROVED DEVICES Warning: Only Ultrasonix-approved peripheral devices may be connected to the peripheral receptacle. Refer to the most recent price list to determine the exact make(s)/model(s) of Ultrasonix-approved devices. The following peripherals have been approved for use with the system: •...
Power on the TV. Power on the system. If necessary, once there is an image on the TV, configure the TV aspect ratio setting to 4:3 (not 16:9). Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 10-4...
Power on the TV. Power on the system. If necessary, once there is an image on the TV, configure the TV aspect ratio setting to 4:3 (not 16:9). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software 10-5...
10.4 PERIPHERAL RECEPTACLE The system is delivered with one peripheral receptacle that is to be used only with Ultrasonix-approved peripheral devices. The connector is clearly labeled Only Ultrasonix-approved peripheral devices may be connected to this power receptacle and is to be used to connect only Ultrasonix-approved, third-party peripherals to the system.
10.6 CONNECTING THE USB FOOTSWITCH (DUAL OR TRIPLE) Connect the USB footswitch to the Back Connectivity Panel (10.1) and configure it via 8.2.14.4 Footswitch. Figure 10-5: Dual and Triple USB Footswitches SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software 10-7...
Plug the USB cable extending from the system's cable chase (1) into the USB connector on the printer (2). To minimize cable clutter, press the USB cable into the cable retaining clip (3). Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual 10-8...
The basket will have to be installed after delivery. Note: For best results, Ultrasonix recommends removing the peripheral tray basket before cleaning (D.4.8). This will allow the operator to clean all the various curves and folds in a more effective manner.
If the system order included the peripheral tray and a USB printer, the printer will have to be installed after delivery. Note: For best results, Ultrasonix recommends removing the USB printer before cleaning (D.4.8) the peripheral tray. This will allow the operator to clean all the various curves and folds in a more effective manner.
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If desired, during use, excess slack in the system power cable can also be secured (1). Note: The system will arrive with the power cable already connected as shown above (1). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Chapter 10: Connectivity, Peripherals and Software...
No tools are required to remove them. Note: For best results, Ultrasonix recommends removing the transducer holders and cable hooks before cleaning (D.4.6). This will allow the operator to clean all the various curves and folds in a more effective manner.
Users wishing to run their own anti-virus software—or those who do not want to run anti-virus software at all—must disable/uninstall the existing software. Contact your IT department or Ultrasonix Technical Support for more details. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
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As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA). Without compromising diagnostic quality, patient ultrasound exposure should be kept to a minimum while using the lowest output power possible. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix A: Safety...
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ALWAYS power the system from a grounded outlet. Ultrasonix does not recommend the use of transducer covers/sheaths containing natural rubber latex and talc as these ingredients are known to cause an allergic reaction in some individuals. Refer to 21 CFR 801.437 user labeling for more details on latex use.
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Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous exposure to ultrasonic energy. Contact Ultrasonix if repairs are needed on the system. Repairs and component maintenance must be carried out by Ultrasonix authorized personnel only.
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It must be disposed of in accordance will all On System Label (rear of local laws and regulations. system). Contact Ultrasonix Technical Support for more information on the decommissioning of this equipment. Appendix A: Safety 00.040.388, Revision F...
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS A.5.1 System The SonixOP Ultrasound System is classified in accordance with the IEC 60601–1, the standard for Medical Electrical Equipment as follows. Table A-2: System Electrical Safety Standard IEC 60601–1 Type of protection against electrical shock Class I...
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EMC (ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY) REQUIREMENTS A.6.1 System The SonixOP Ultrasound System has special precautions regarding EMC. Always install and use according to the EMC information provided in the relevant Service Manual. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect the Sonix Ultrasound System.
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LIMITING TRANSDUCER SURFACE HEATING Ultrasonix has ensured that the transducer surface temperature in still air does not exceed 50°C and applied on tissue does not exceed 43°C. Surface heating may be created by transmitting energy on the same area of a transducer at a high rate.
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APPENDIX B: SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS Notes: Talk to your Ultrasonix dealer for details on standard and optional features. Ultrasonix Medical Corporation reserves the right to alter system specifications at any time. √ – Standard ♦ – Optional Ø – Not Available...
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Ø Ø Ø Ø 8.4" LCD display with resistive touch screen Ø Ø √ √ √ Ø 5.5" LCD display with resistive touch screen Ø Ø Ø Ø Ø √ Appendix B: System Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Ø Ultrasonix Medical Corporation is not responsible for misdiagnosis from customized measurements. Certain transducers may not be available in all markets. Consult your local Ultrasonix Authorized Distributor or Sales Representative to determine availability in your area. Specific User Interface options are dependant upon licensed features.
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APPENDIX C: TRANSDUCER SPECIFICATIONS TRANSDUCER DISCLAIMER Certain transducers may not be available in all markets. Consult your local Ultrasonix Authorized Distributor or Sales Representative to determine availability in your area. ACOUSTIC OUTPUT RECORDING TABLES Below are copies of the Acoustic Output Reporting Tables for Track 3 for all transducers and all modes (provide data where global maximum displayed index exceeds 1.0).
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[W/cm 0.16 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset ABD-Aorta (SA4-2/20mm) - HarRes ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 90.7986 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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5.00 5.00 5.00 [W/cm 0.03 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-GEN ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 106.3303 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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5.00 5.00 5.00 [W/cm 0.02 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-GEN ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 68.44 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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[W/cm 0.02 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset PEL-General (EC9-5/10mm) - Gen ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 10.4397 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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0.25 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate 20.00 [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset PEL-General (EC9-5/10mm) - Pen ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 332.93 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus 26.95 [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset PEL-General (EC9-5 10mm) - General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 249.02 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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[cm] 3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.00 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-GEN ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 17.83 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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4.00 4.00 2.50 [W/cm 0.16 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-GEN ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 633.22 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.07 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-GEN ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 280.66 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-10...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.00 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 10.6 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-11...
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3.50 6.40 [W/cm 0.04 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 176.99 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-12...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.06 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 248.85 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-13...
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0.01 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset Gen-Gen (L14-5_38mm) - Pen ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 54.12 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-14...
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3.00 6.77 [W/cm 0.16 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 622.80 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-15...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.13 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 521.73 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-16...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.00 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 15.67 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-17...
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5.00 6.60 [W/cm 0.03 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 120.91 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-18...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.02 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset Penetration ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 83.64 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-19...
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4.20 4.20 [W/cm 0.01 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 28.22 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-20...
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4.00 9.98 [W/cm 0.28 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 276.03 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-21...
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3.00 [W/cm 0.01 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate 24.5 [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 21.51 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-22...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.00 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 1.76 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-23...
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4.00 4.50 [W/cm 0.10 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 415.94 Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-24...
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3.00 3.00 [W/cm 0.13 PA.3 Control 1 Depth [mm] Operating Control 2 Focus [mm] Control Control 3 Gate [mm] Conditions Control 4 Preset GEN-General ISPTA.3 [mW/cm ] = 500.52 SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications C-25...
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ULTRASOUND INDICATIONS FOR USE TABLES TABLE C-50: SONIXOP ULTRASOUND SCANNER DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND INDICATIONS FOR USE FORMS Intended use: Diagnostic ultrasound imaging or fluid flow analysis of the human body as follows: Mode of Operation Clinical Application Combine Color Power Other...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-28...
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23. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 24. BB/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-30...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-32...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix C: Transducer Specifications...
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11. Volume Navigation/Image Fusion/GPS (available only with the GPS transducer) 12. B/M, B/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, B/C/PW Doppler (Triplex) or CW Doppler (Triplex CW), B/Power Doppler/PW Doppler or CW Doppler, Simultaneous Color Doppler or Power Doppler. Appendix C: Transducer Specifications 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual C-34...
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STERILE transducer cover/sheath which has received regulatory clearance for use. D.1.2 Ultrasound Coupling Gels The following ultrasound coupling gels are recommended for use with Ultrasonix transducers: Table D-1: Recommended Ultrasound Coupling Gels Gel Name Manufacturer...
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DO NOT soak the transducer for extended periods of time. DO NOT rinse or immerse near the strain relief. DO NOT use coupling gels and cleaning agents that have not been recommended by Ultrasonix. DO NOT use sterilization or disinfection methods that have not been recommended by Ultrasonix.
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• away from direct sunlight, dust and extreme temperatures. After placing a transducer in its carrying case, wrap the case in bubble wrap and place the wrapped case in a cardboard box. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning...
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(Table D-2 Table D-3). They have been tested and determined safe to use on Ultrasonix transducers. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage and will void transducer warranties. Reprocessing should be completed only by personnel thoroughly trained in proper cleaning/ disinfection procedures.
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♦ Caution: Use only Ultrasonix recommended cleaners/disinfectants (Table D-2). They have been tested and determined safe to use on Ultrasonix transducers. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage and will void transducer warranties. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
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Caution: Do not allow cleaning solutions to air dry on the transducer. D.1.5.2 Disinfecting Non-Invasive Transducers Using a disinfecting agent from the list in Table D-2, follow the manufacturer’s instructions to disinfect the transducer. Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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EC9-5/10 Caution: Use only Ultrasonix recommended cleaners/disinfectants (Table D-3). They have been tested and determined safe to use on Ultrasonix transducers. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage and will void transducer warranties. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F...
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Note: Where transducers (non-critical and semi-critical medical devices/equipment) cannot withstand sterilization, the FDA recognizes the use of a sterile gel and a sterile transducer cover as an acceptable method of infection control for ultrasound transducers. Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Clean as necessary The wheels have sealed bearings therefore no lubrication is necessary. CLEANING SYSTEM COMPONENTS Ultrasonix recommends the following cleaning instructions for all external surfaces, including the cart, cables and connectors. Cautions: Power off and unplug the system before cleaning.
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NEVER use cleaning products containing any of the following on either the cabinet or the screen: • Abrasives • Acetone • Alcohol (Ethanol, Methanol or Isopropyl) • Ammonia • Benzene • Solvents • Wax. Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual D-10...
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Apply a small amount of one of the following recommended cleaning solutions to a soft, non- abrasive cloth and wipe the power cord: • water • mild detergent (PH level at or near 7) and water solution. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning D-11...
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Cautions: Power off and unplug the system prior to cleaning. For best results, Ultrasonix recommends removing the transducer holders and cable hooks before cleaning (10.9). This will allow the operator to clean all the various curves and folds in a more effective manner.
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Cautions: Power off and unplug the system prior to cleaning. For best results, Ultrasonix recommends removing the peripheral tray basket before cleaning (10.8). This will allow the operator to clean all the various curves and folds in a more effective manner.
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Caution: When reinstalling, ensure the filter side faces toward the front of the system and the grid covering the back of the filter faces towards the back. Vacuum thoroughly and reinstall the filter. Plug in and power on the system. Appendix D: Maintenance and Cleaning 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual D-14...
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• transducer • licensed options (and its attendant hardware, such as the SonixGPS) • platform (SonixTouch, SonixMDP, SonixSP, SonixOP or SonixTablet) • frozen/live image. Note: Only primary imaging modes are included in the following tables. For details on modes that can be applied in combination (e.g., Color and PW), refer to all relevant primary modes.
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Note: For details on OB Table Setup… refer to 8.2.6.6 Managing OB Tables. To Access Author Settings: Press the console button. Select Administrator > Measurements > Author Settings. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix F: OB and Cardiac Authors...
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Authors BC Women’s BC Women’s Hadlock Hadlock Jeanty Tokyo Osaka Tokyo Moore Osaka BC Women’s BC Women’s Hadlock Hadlock Osaka Jeanty Tokyo BC Women’s Hadlock BC Women’s Osaka Appendix F: OB and Cardiac Authors 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Authors Brenner Doubilet Hadlock Osaka Warning: Ultrasonix does not endorse user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables for diagnostic purposes. All user-defined Measurements, Calculations and Tables are used at the Operator's discretion and risk only. Table F-6: Cardiac Author Selection Parameter Authors...
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Osaka University. Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology. (July 20, 1990), 98. Tokyo, Shinozuka, N. FJSUM, et al. "Standard Values of Ultrasonographic Fetal Biometry." Japanese Journal of Medical Ultrasonics, 23:12 (1996), 885. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix G: References...
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Hansmann, M., et al. Ultrasound Diagnosis in Obstetrics and Gynecology. New York: Springer-Verlag, (1986), 431. Lessoway, V A. et al. "Ultrasound Fetal Biometry Charts for a North American Caucasian Population." Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, Vol. 26, No 9 (1998), 433-453. Appendix G: References 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Clinical Ultrasound, Vol 26, No 9 (1998), 433-453. Osaka University. Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology. (July 20, 1990). Tokyo, Shinozuka, N. FJSUM, et al. "Standard Values of Ultrasonographic Fetal Biometry." Japanese Journal of Medical Ultrasonics, 23:12 (1996). SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix G: References...
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Reynolds, Terry. The Echocardiographer's Pocket Reference. 3rd ed., School of Cardiac Ultrasound, Arizona Heart Institute, (2007), 371. IVS FT (Interventricular Septum FT) Reynolds, Terry. The Echocardiographer's Pocket Reference. 3rd ed., School of Cardiac Ultrasound, Arizona Heart Institute, (2007), 371. Appendix G: References 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Brunn J., Block U., Ruf G., Bos I., Kunze W.P., Scriba P.C. "Volumetric analysis of thyroid lobes by real-time ultrasound". Deutsche Medizinische Wochenschrift 1981;106:1338-40. VolFlow (Volume Flow) Evans, D.H., et. al., Doppler Ultrasound Physics, Instrumentation and Clinical Applications. New York, 1989, Chapter 11, 188-205. SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix G: References...
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CI......Cardiac Index APTD ......Anterior Posterior Thorax Diameter CI......Cephalic Index AR ......Area CIR ......Circumference Area Red ....Area Reduction cm ......centimeters AT......Acceleration Time Cntrst Pos ....Contrast Position AUA ......Average Ultrasound Age CO......Cardiac Output SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix H: Glossary...
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HL ......Humeral Length EPI ......Extended Pulse Imaging HR ......Heart Rate EPSS...... E Point Septal Separation Hz ......Hertz ET......Elapsed Time ICA ......Internal Carotid Artery EV ......Endovaginal Appendix H: Glossary 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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LVPWs ....Left Ventricular Posterior Wall systole Pano .......Panoramic Imaging Mode Max ......Maximum Params ....Parameters Mb ......Megabyte PDF ......Portable Document Format MCA ......Middle Cerebral Artery Pel......Pelvis MCA- PI ....Middle Cerebral Artery-Pulsatility Index Pen......Penetration MEAS......Measure Persist ....Persistence SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix H: Glossary...
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ROI......Region of Interest TIC ......Thermal Index – Cranial ROV ....... Right Ovary TIS......Thermal Index – Soft Tissue RT ......Right TL ......Tibia Length RTSA ..... Real Time Spectrum Analysis Appendix H: Glossary 00.040.388, Revision F SonixOP User Manual...
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Umb A ....Umbilical Artery WEEE......Waste Electrical and Electronic Umb A-PI ....Umbilical Artery- Pulsatility Index Equipment UPS......Uninterruptible Power Supply WF......Wall Filter URL......Uniform Resource Locator WWW ......World Wide Web URT......Upper Right YS ......Yolk Sack SonixOP User Manual 00.040.388, Revision F Appendix H: Glossary...
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