General Electric BT03 - VOLUSON 730 EXPERT SERVICE MANUAL_SM_105899_3 Enclosed Oil-Less Scroll Air Compressors with Dryers

PRELIMINARY

GE Healthcare

Voluson® 730Expert

Service Manual

• Voluson® 730Expert systems with Serial number A09000 onwards

• Voluson® 730Expert systems with Software version SW 3.x.x (BT03)

• Voluson® 730Expert systems that were upgraded to BT03

(APRIL 29, 2008)
E_BT03_COVER.FM

Part Number: 105899

Revision: 3

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Important Precautions

• THIS SERVICE MANUAL IS AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH ONLY.

• IF A CUSTOMER’S SERVICE PROVIDER REQUIRES A LANGUAGE OTHER
THAN ENGLISH, IT IS THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE
TRANSLATION SERVICES.

WARNING

WARNING

(EN)

(EN)

AVERTISSEMENT

(FR)

• DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THE EQUIPMENT UNLESS THIS SERVICE
MANUAL HAS BEEN CONSULTED AND IS UNDERSTOOD.

• FAILURE TO HEED THIS WARNING MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO THE SERVICE
PROVIDER, OPERATOR OR PATIENT FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK, MECHANICAL
OR OTHER HAZARDS.

• CE MANUEL DE MAINTENANCE N’EST DISPONIBLE QU’EN ANGLAIS.

• SI LE TECHNICIEN DU CLIENT A BESOIN DE CE MANUEL DANS UNE AUTRE
LANGUE QUE L’ANGLAIS, C’EST AU CLIENT QU’IL INCOMBE DE LE FAIRE
TRADUIRE.

• NE PAS TENTER D’INTERVENTION SUR LES ÉQUIPEMENTS TANT QUE LE
MANUEL SERVICE N’A PAS ÉTÉ CONSULTÉ ET COMPRIS.

• LE NON-RESPECT DE CET AVERTISSEMENT PEUT ENTRAÎNER CHEZ LE
TECHNICIEN, L’OPÉRATEUR OU LE PATIENT DES BLESSURES DUES À DES
DANGERS ÉLECTRIQUES, MÉCANIQUES OU AUTRES.

WARNUNG

(DE)

• DIESES KUNDENDIENST-HANDBUCH EXISTIERT NUR IN ENGLISCHER
SPRACHE.

• FALLS EIN FREMDER KUNDENDIENST EINE ANDERE SPRACHE BENÖTIGT,
IST ES AUFGABE DES KUNDEN FÜR EINE ENTSPRECHENDE ÜBERSETZUNG
ZU SORGEN.

• WARTEN SIE DIESES GERÄT NUR, WENN SIE DIE ENTSPRECHENDEN
ANWWEISUNGEN IM KUNDENDIENST-HANDBUCH GELESEN HABEN UND
NACHVOLLZIEHEN KÖNNEN.

• WIRD DIESE WARNUNG NICHT BEACHTET, SO KANN ES ZU VERLETZUNGEN
DES KUNDENDIENSTTECHNIKERS, DES BEDIENERS ODER DES PATIENTEN
DURCH ELEKTRISCHE SCHLÄGE, MECHANISCHE ODER SONSTIGE
GEFAHREN KOMMEN.

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• ESTE MANUAL DE SERVICIO SÓLO EXISTE EN INGLÉS.

• SI ALGÚN PROVEEDOR DE SERVICIOS AJENO A GEMS SOLICITA UN IDIOMA
QUE NO SEA EL INGLÉS, LA TRADUCCIÓN ES RESPONSABILIDAD DEL
CLIENTE.

AVISO

(ES)

• NO SE DEBERÁ DAR SERVICIO TÉCNICO AL EQUIPO, SIN HABER
CONSULTADO Y COMPRENDIDO ESTE MANUAL DE SERVICIO.

• LA NO OBSERVANCIA DEL PRESENTE AVISO PUEDE DAR LUGAR A QUE EL
PROVEEDOR DE SERVICIOS, EL OPERADOR O EL PACIENTE SUFRAN
LESIONES PROVOCADAS POR CAUSAS ELÉCTRICAS, MECÁNICAS O DE
OTRA NATURALEZA.

• ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTÊNCIA TÉCNICA SÓ SE ENCONTRA DISPONÍVEL EM
INGLÊS.

• SE QUALQUER OUTRO SERVIÇO DE ASSISTÊNCIA TÉCNICA, QUE NÃO A
GEMS, SOLICITAR ESTES MANUAIS NOUTRO IDIOMA, É DA

ATENÇÃO

(PT)

RESPONSABILIDADE DO CLIENTE FORNECER OS SERVIÇOS DE TRADUÇÃO.

• NÃO TENTE REPARAR O EQUIPAMENTO SEM TER CONSULTADO E
COMPREENDIDO ESTE MANUAL DE ASSISTÊNCIA TÉCNICA.

• O NÃO CUMPRIMENTO DESTE AVISO PODE POR EM PERIGO A SEGURANÇA
DO TÉCNICO, OPERADOR OU PACIENTE DEVIDO A‘ CHOQUES ELÉTRICOS,
MECÂNICOS OU OUTROS.

AVVERTENZA

(IT)

HOIATUS

(ET)

• IL PRESENTE MANUALE DI MANUTENZIONE È DISPONIBILE SOLTANTO IN
INGLESE.

• SE UN ADDETTO ALLA MANUTENZIONE ESTERNO ALLA GEMS RICHIEDE IL
MANUALE IN UNA LINGUA DIVERSA, IL CLIENTE È TENUTO A PROVVEDERE
DIRETTAMENTE ALLA TRADUZIONE.

• SI PROCEDA ALLA MANUTENZIONE DELL’APPARECCHIATURA SOLO DOPO
AVER CONSULTATO IL PRESENTE MANUALE ED AVERNE COMPRESO IL
CONTENUTO.

• NON TENERE CONTO DELLA PRESENTE AVVERTENZA POTREBBE FAR
COMPIERE OPERAZIONI DA CUI DERIVINO LESIONI ALL’ADDETTO ALLA
MANUTENZIONE, ALL’UTILIZZATORE ED AL PAZIENTE PER FOLGORAZIONE
ELETTRICA, PER URTI MECCANICI OD ALTRI RISCHI.

• KÄESOLEV TEENINDUSJUHEND ON SAADAVAL AINULT INGLISE KEELES.

• KUI KLIENDITEENINDUSE OSUTAJA NÕUAB JUHENDIT INGLISE KEELEST
ERINEVAS KEELES, VASTUTAB KLIENT TÕLKETEENUSE OSUTAMISE EEST.

• ÄRGE ÜRITAGE SEADMEID TEENINDADA ENNE EELNEVALT KÄESOLEVA
TEENINDUSJUHENDIGA TUTVUMIST JA SELLEST ARU SAAMIST.

• KÄESOLEVA HOIATUSE EIRAMINE VÕIB PÕHJUSTADA TEENUSEOSUTAJA,
OPERAATORI VÕI PATSIENDI VIGASTAMIST ELEKTRILÖÖGI, MEHAANILISE
VÕI MUU OHU TAGAJÄRJEL.

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VAROITUS

(FI)

ΠΡΟΕΙ∆ΟΠΟΙΗΣΗ

(EL)

FIGYELMEZTETÉS

(HU)

VIÐVÖRUN

(IS)

• ÞESSI ÞJÓNUSTUHANDBÓK ER EINGÖNGU FÁANLEG Á ENSKU.

• EF ÞJÓNUSTUAÐILI VIÐSKIPTAMANNS ÞARFNAST ANNARS TUNGUMÁLS EN
ENSKU, ER ÞAÐ Á ÁBYRGÐ VIÐSKIPTAMANNS AÐ ÚTVEGA ÞÝÐINGU.

• REYNIÐ EKKI AÐ ÞJÓNUSTA TÆKIÐ NEMA EFTIR AÐ HAFA SKOÐAÐ OG
SKILIÐ ÞESSA ÞJÓNUSTUHANDBÓK.

• EF EKKI ER FARIÐ AÐ ÞESSARI VIÐVÖRUN GETUR ÞAÐ VALDIÐ MEIÐSLUM
ÞJÓNUSTUVEITANDA, STJÓRNANDA EÐA SJÚKLINGS VEGNA RAFLOSTS,
VÉLRÆNNAR EÐA ANNARRAR HÆTTU.

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VÝSTRAHA

(CS)

• DENNE SERVICEMANUAL FINDES KUN PÅ ENGELSK.

• HVIS EN KUNDES TEKNIKER HAR BRUG FOR ET ANDET SPROG END
ENGELSK, ER DET KUNDENS ANSVAR AT SØRGE FOR OVERSÆTTELSE.

ADVARSEL

(DA)

• FORSØG IKKE AT SERVICERE UDSTYRET MEDMINDRE
DENNE SERVICEMANUAL ER BLEVET LÆST OG FORSTÅET.

• MANGLENDE OVERHOLDELSE AF DENNE ADVARSEL KAN MEDFØRE SKADE
PÅ GRUND AF ELEKTRISK, MEKANISK ELLER ANDEN FARE FOR
TEKNIKEREN, OPERATØREN ELLER PATIENTEN.

WAARSCHUWING

(NL)

BRÎDINÂJUMS

(LV)

• DEZE ONDERHOUDSHANDLEIDING IS ENKEL IN HET ENGELS
VERKRIJGBAAR.

• ALS HET ONDERHOUDSPERSONEEL EEN ANDERE TAAL VEREIST, DAN IS DE
KLANT VERANTWOORDELIJK VOOR DE VERTALING ERVAN.

• PROBEER DE APPARATUUR NIET TE ONDERHOUDEN VOORDAT DEZE
ONDERHOUDSHANDLEIDING WERD GERAADPLEEGD EN BEGREPEN IS.

• INDIEN DEZE WAARSCHUWING NIET WORDT OPGEVOLGD, ZOU HET
ONDERHOUDSPERSONEEL, DE OPERATOR OF EEN PATIËNT GEWOND
KUNNEN RAKEN ALS GEVOLG VAN EEN ELEKTRISCHE SCHOK,
MECHANISCHE OF ANDERE GEVAREN.

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ĮSPĖJIMAS

(LT)

• DENNE SERVICEHÅNDBOKEN FINNES BARE PÅ ENGELSK.

• HVIS KUNDENS SERVICELEVERANDØR TRENGER ET ANNET SPRÅK, ER DET
KUNDENS ANSVAR Å SØRGE FOR OVERSETTELSE.

ADVARSEL

(NO)

• IKKE FORSØK Å REPARERE UTSTYRET UTEN AT DENNE
SERVICEHÅNDBOKEN ER LEST OG FORSTÅTT.

• MANGLENDE HENSYN TIL DENNE ADVARSELEN KAN FØRE TIL AT
SERVICELEVERANDØREN, OPERATØREN ELLER PASIENTEN SKADES PÅ
GRUNN AV ELEKTRISK STØT, MEKANISKE ELLER ANDRE FARER.

OSTRZEŻENIE

(PL)

ATENŢIE

(RO)

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ОСТОРОЖНО!

(RU)

UPOZORNENIE

(SK)

VARNING

(SV)

• DEN HÄR SERVICEHANDBOKEN FINNS BARA TILLGÄNGLIG PÅ ENGELSKA.

• OM EN KUNDS SERVICETEKNIKER HAR BEHOV AV ETT ANNAT SPRÅK ÄN
ENGELSKA ANSVARAR KUNDEN FÖR ATT TILLHANDAHÅLLA
ÖVERSÄTTNINGSTJÄNSTER.

• FÖRSÖK INTE UTFÖRA SERVICE PÅ UTRUSTNINGEN OM DU INTE HAR LÄST
OCH FÖRSTÅR DEN HÄR SERVICEHANDBOKEN.

• OM DU INTE TAR HÄNSYN TILL DEN HÄR VARNINGEN KAN DET RESULTERA I
SKADOR PÅ SERVICETEKNIKERN, OPERATÖREN ELLER PATIENTEN TILL
FÖLJD AV ELEKTRISKA STÖTAR, MEKANISKA FAROR ELLER ANDRA FAROR.

DİKKAT

(TR)

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(JA)

(ZH-CN)

(KO)

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DAMAGE IN TRANSPORTATION - FOR USA ONLY

All packages should be closely examined at time of delivery. If damage is apparent write “Damage In
Shipment” on ALL copies of the freight or express bill BEFORE delivery is accepted or “signed for” by
a GE representative or hospital receiving agent. Whether noted or concealed, damage MUST be
reported to the carrier immediately upon discovery, or in any event, within 14 days after receipt, and the
contents and containers held for inspection by the carrier. A transportation company will not pay a claim
for damage if an inspection is not requested within this 14 day period.

CERTIFIED ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR STATEMENT - FOR USA ONLY

All electrical Installations that are preliminary to positioning of the equipment at the site prepared for the
equipment shall be performed by licensed electrical contractors. Other connections between pieces of
electrical equipment, calibrations and testing shall be performed by qualified GE Healthcare personnel.
In performing all electrical work on these products, GE will use its own specially trained field engineers.
All of GE’s electrical work on these products will comply with the requirements of the applicable
electrical codes.

The purchaser of GE equipment shall only utilize qualified personnel (i.e., GE’s field engineers,
personnel of third-party service companies with equivalent training, or licensed electricians) to perform
electrical servicing on the equipment.

OMISSIONS & ERRORS

If there are any omissions, errors or suggestions for improving this documentation, please contact the
GE Healthcare Global Documentation Group with specific information listing the system type, manual
title, part number, revision number, page number and suggestion details.
Mail the information to:
Service Documentation, 9900 Innovation Drive (RP-2123), Wauwatosa, WI 53226, USA.

GE Healthcare employees should use the iTrak System to report all documentation errors or omissions.

SERVICE SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

DANGER

!! DANGER:

DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH, ARE PRESENT IN
THIS EQUIPMENT. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING AND
ADJUSTING.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Use all Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) such as gloves, safety shoes, safety

glasses, and kneeling pad, to reduce the risk of injury.

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LEGAL NOTES

The contents of this publication may not be copied or duplicated in any form, in whole or in part, without
prior written permission of GE Healthcare.

GE Healthcare - Kretztechnik may revise this publication from time to time without written notice.

TRADEMARKS

All products and their name brands are trademarks of their respective holders.

COPYRIGHTS

All Material Copyright© 2003 - 2008 by General Electric Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Revision History

Revision Date Reason for change

0 September 12, 2003 Initial Release (from Software Version 3.0.x onwards)

1 December 11, 2003 from Software Version 3.0.3 onwards

2 March 08, 2004 from Software Version 3.1.x onwards

3 May 2008 general update, implementaion of new parts, release of Software version 3.1.6

List of Effected Pages

Pages Revision Pages Revision Pages Revision

Title Page

Important Precautions
(incl. Legal Notes)
pages i to ix

Rev History/LOEP
page x

Table of Contents
pages xi to xxvi

Chapter 1 - Introduction

pages 1-1 to 1-12

Chapter 2 - Site Preparation

3

pages 2-1 to 2-10

Chapter 3 - Setup Instructions

3

pages 3-1 to 3-52

Chapter 4 - Functional Checks

3

pages 4-1 to 4-44

Chapter 5 - Components and
Functions (Theory)

3

pages 5-1 to 5-56

Chapter 6 - Service Adjustments

3

pages 6-1 to 6-8

3

3

3

3

3

Chapter 7 - Diagnostics/Troubleshooting

pages 7-1 to 7-30

Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures

pages 8-1 to 8-24

Chapter 9 - Renewal Parts

pages 9-1 to 9-36

Chapter 10 - Care & Maintenance

pages 10-1 to 10-26

Index
pages I to IV

Back Cover

3

3

3

3

3

3

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Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1

Introduction

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1

Purpose of Service Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1

Typical Users of the Basic Service Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2

Voluson® 730Expert Models Covered by this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2

System History - Hardware and Software Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2

Purpose of Operator Manual(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2

Important Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3

Conventions Used in Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 3

Standard Hazard Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4

Product Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5

Safety Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7

Human Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7

Mechanical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 7

Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8

Safe Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8

Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 8

Labels Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9

Dangerous Procedure Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 9

Lockout/Tagout Requirements (For USA Only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10

Returning/Shipping Probes and Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10

What is EMC? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 10

Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Prevention . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11

Customer Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11

Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 11

System Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 12

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CHAPTER 2

Site Preparation

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 1

General Console Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

Console Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2

Voluson® 730Expert Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3

Inrush Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3

Site Circuit Breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3

Site Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3

Main Power Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3

EMI Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 4

Probe Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Time and Manpower Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Physical Dimensions of Voluson® 730Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Weight without Monitor and Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Acoustic Noise Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 5

Facility Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6

Purchaser Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 6

Mandatory Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7

Site Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 7

Recommended Ultrasound Room Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 8

Networking Pre-installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9

Purpose of the DICOM Network Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9

DICOM Option Pre-installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 9

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CHAPTER 3

Setup Instructions

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1

The Purpose of Chapter 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1

Set Up Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1

Average Installation Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 1

Installation Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2

Moving/Lifting the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2

System Acclimation Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2

Control Panel Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2

Brake Pedal Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3

Safety Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3

Receiving and Unpacking the Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4

Preparing for Set Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6

Verify Customer Order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6

System Voltage Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7

EMI Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7

Connection of Auxiliary Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 8

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 8

Monitor Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10

Foot Switch Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 10

ECG-preamplifier Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 11

Global Modem Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 12

S-VHS Video Recorder Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 13

Mitsubishi HS-MD3000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 13

Sony SVO-9500MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 14

B/W Video Printer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 15

Line Printer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 16

Digital Color Printer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 17

Bluetooth Printer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 18

HP 5600/5900 Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 18

Canon Pixma MP600 / MP610 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 19

External USB-Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20

External USB-Devices - Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20

External USB-Devices - Disconnection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 20

Completing the Set Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22

Connecting the Unit to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22

Power On / Boot Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22

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Scanner Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 22

Back-end Processor Boot Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 23

Power Off / Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 24

Back-end Processor Power Down . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 24

Scanner Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 24

Transducer Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 25

Printer Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 26

Installing Line Printer HP 990cxi or HP 995c . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 27

Install the HP printer software/driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 27

Installing Digital Color Printer Sony UP-D21MD or UP-D23MD . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 29

Install the UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD printer software/driver . . . . . . . 3 - 29

Printer Installation manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 31

Adjustment of Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 36

HP 990cxi / HP 995c - Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 37

UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD - Printer Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 38

Remote Control Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 40

System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 41

System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 41

To invoke the Setup procedure: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 41

How to enter Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 42

How to enter Hospital Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 42

How to change Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 42

How to change Touch Panel Scheme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 42

On-Board Optional Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 43

External I/O Connection Panel (GES) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 44

External I/O Pin Outs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 45

Video Specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 46

Electrical Specifications on VGA Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 47

Available Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 47

Software/Option Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 47

Network IP Address Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 48

Map Network Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 49

Connectivity Setup Worksheet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 50

Paperwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 51

Product Locator Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 51

User Manual(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 51

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CHAPTER 4

Functional Checks

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

Required Equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1

General Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2

Power On / Boot Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2

Scanner Power On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2

Power Off / Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3

Scanner Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3

System Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4

Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 4

Touch Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5

Monitor Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 6

Functional Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 7

2D Mode Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8

Additional (optional) Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 10

B-Flow Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 10

XTD-View Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 10

M Mode Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 11

Spectral Doppler Mode Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 12

Color Doppler Mode Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 13

Volume Mode Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 15

Pre-Volume Mode Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 15

Functions after the 3D Acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 17

Sub Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 18

Using Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Activating Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Cine-Split Function (Multiple Format) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Activating 2D Auto Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Spectral Doppler- or M Cine Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Activating 3D Rotation Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Activating Volume Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Activating Auto Cine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 19

Basic Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 20

Distance and Tissue Depth Measurements (2D and M Mode) . . . . 4 - 20

Circumference/Area (using Ellipse or Trace) Measurements . . . . . 4 - 21

Volume Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 21

3D MultiPlane Measurements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 21

Velocity Measurements (Spectral Doppler Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 22

Acceleration Velocity and Velocity Ratio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 22

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Average Velocity (Manual Trace) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 22

Average Velocity (Auto Trace) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 22

Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

OB Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

GYN Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

Cardiac Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

Vascular Calculations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

Report Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 23

Probe/Connectors Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 24

Connecting a probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 24

Activating the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 24

Deactivating the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 24

Disconnecting the probe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 24

Image Management (Sonoview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 25

Using the optional MOD (Magneto-Optical Drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 26

Formatting Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 27

Adjusting the Write Speed of the DVD/CD Recorder. . . . . . . 4 - 28

Backup and Restore Database, Preset Configurations and Images . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 29

Save User Settings Only (Application Settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 30

Load User Settings Only (Application Settings) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 31

Save Full Backup (Presets, Configurations & Application Settings) . . . . . . 4 - 33

Load Full Backup (Presets, Configurations & Application Settings) . . . . . . . 4 - 35

Delete Full Backup (Presets, Configurations & Application Settings) . . . . . 4 - 37

Archiving Images . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 38

Software Configuration Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 39

Peripheral Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 40

ECG Check Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 40

Power Supply Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 40

Mechanical Function Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 41

Rotation of the Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 41

Brakes and Direction Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 41

Site Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 42

Site Log - System (Service Database) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 42

Site Log - Paper Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 43

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Components and Functions (Theory)

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1

General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2

Description of Voluson® 730Expert Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6

B-Mode or 2D-Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6

Tissue Harmonic Imaging (THI) incl. Coded Harmonics . . . . 5 - 6

M-Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6

Color Doppler Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6

Color Flow Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6

Power Doppler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7

Tissue Doppler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7

Pulsed (PW) Doppler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7

3D Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7

3D Data Collection and Reconstruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 7

3D Image Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8

3D Rendering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 8

Block diagram Voluson® 730Expert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 9

Data Flow Control Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 11

B-Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 11

Special B-Mode Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 12

M-Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 12

D-Mode (Pulsed Wave- and Continuous Wave Doppler) . . . . . . . . 5 - 13

D-Mode Autotrace (draws PC-calculated envelope to D-Spectrum) 5 - 13

CFM-Mode (Color Flow Mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

3D-Mode (Freezes after 1 volume sweep) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

Real Time 4D-Mode (nonstop volume rendering) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

CRI-Mode (Compound Resolution Imaging) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

VCI-Mode (Volume Contrast Imaging) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

Extern-Video-Mode (display Video from Video-Recorder) . . . . . . . . 5 - 14

Sonoview write mode (store Image to Sonoview) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 15

Description of Software Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 16

Real Time 4D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 16

DICOM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 16

Real Time 4D-Biopsy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 16

VOCAL - Virtual Organ Computer-aided Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

B-Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

XTD-View (Extended View) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

DiagnoSTIC (Spatio-Temporal Image Correlation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

CRI - Compound Resolution Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

VCI - Volume Contrast Imaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 17

Description of Hardware Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

CW - Continuous Wave Doppler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

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ECG Preamplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

MOD (Magneto-Optical Drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

Scan/Freeze Foot switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

Global Modem (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 18

Location in the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 19

LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 19

Main board Chassis GEF Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 20

FrontEnd Processor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 21

FrontEnd - Board Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 22

CPU - Probe Connector Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 22

CPR - Beamformer-Motherboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 22

CPD - Beamformer Sub-board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 23

CRW - CW-Doppler Board (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 24

CPZ - Cover Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 24

CPK - Motherboard of GEF-Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 24

CRS - Signal Processor Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 25

CPP - Power Supply Secondary Board + Motor Power stage . . . . . . 5 - 26

BackEnd Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 27

Block diagram CKV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 28

BackEnd - Board Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

SBC - Single Board Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

PCI VGA Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

CKV - DMA-Controller / Video-Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

CPE - Back Panel I/O-Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

CPM - PC-Motherboard Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 29

CPP - Power Supply Secondary Board + Motor Power stage . . . . . . 5 - 30

Internal I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 31

Top Console. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 34

Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 38

External I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 39

Peripherals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40

General Information - GEM (Disk Drive Module) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40

ECG-preamplifier (MAN6 - optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40

DVD/CD+(R)W Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40

Magneto-Optical Drive (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 40

Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 41

CPN6 - Primary Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 41

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Mechanical Concept and Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 41

Major Functions of CPN6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 41

Fuses on Rear Panel (CPN6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 42

Fuses inside CPN6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 42

CPN80-81 - Primary Power Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 43

Mechanical Concept and Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 43

Major Functions of CPN80-81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 43

Fuses on Rear Panel (CPN80-81) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 44

Fuses inside CPN80-81 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 44

Disk Drive Module (GEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 44

Fuses on CPE-Board for Disk Drive Module (GEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 44

Mechanical Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 45

Physical Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 45

Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 46

Top Console Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 46

Rotation of the Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 46

Assembly Drawing GW & GEU & Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 47

Air Flow Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 48

Air Flow Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 48

Air Flow Distribution Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 48

Service Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 49

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 49

Access / Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 49

iLinq Interactive Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 50

Service Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 51

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 51

Access / Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 51

Service Login . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 51

Auto Tester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 52

Service Viewer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 53

Delete all Patients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 53

Export System Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 53

Maintenance Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 53

Monitor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 55

Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

NLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

EUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

UIS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

SSW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 56

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Service Adjustments

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1

Regulatory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 1

Monitor Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 2

Monitor Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 2

Degauss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 3

Color Temp - Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 3

Contrast and Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4

Geometry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4

Convergence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4

Color temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4

B-Mode Quality . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4

Control Console, Transport Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5

Control Console . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5

Transport Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5

Trackball Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 6

Daylight Saving Time (DST) - New Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7

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Diagnostics/Troubleshooting

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1

Collect Vital System Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 2

Needed Data - in case of System crash or Errors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 3

Check Points Voltages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 4

How to check power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 4

Screen Captures and Logs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 5

Capturing a screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 5

Export Log’s and System Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 5

Export System Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 6

How to use the Auto Tester program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 7

Minimum Configuration to Boot/Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 10

Minimum Configuration to Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 10

Troubleshooting Trees and Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 11

System does not Power On / Boot Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 11

Noise disturbs the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 12

Trackball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 13

System Does Not Power Off / Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 14

Monitor Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 15

Unable to Record to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 16

Printer Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 17

DVD/CD+(R)W Troubleshooting (DVD/CD Drive) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 19

MOD Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 19

Network Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 20

No Connection to the Network at All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 20

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 21

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Replacement Procedures

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1

Returning/Shipping Probes and Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Ultrasound Application Software (UIS) Installation Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2

Software - Installation Procedure (via Service Page) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 5

User Settings Only (Application Settings) Loading Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 8

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 8

Loading Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 8

Full Backup (Presets, Configurations & Appl. Settings) Loading Procedure . . . . . . 8 - 8

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 8

Loading Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 8

Service Platform (SSW) Upgrade Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9

Upgrade Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9

Electronic User Manual (EUM) Upgrade Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 11

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 11

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 11

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 11

EUM - Upgrade Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 12

Software and Functional Checks after the Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 14

Replacement or Activation of Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 15

Operation for activating Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 15

Operation for installing an Option: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 15

Transfer of Patient Database and Images from System-to-System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 16

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 16

Transfer of Patient Database and Images via Sonoview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 17

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 17

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 17

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Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 17

Backup all Exams of the “old” system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 17

Restore all Exams (of the “old” system) to the “new” system . . . . . 8 - 18

Replacement of the Monitor Task Lamp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Task Lamp - Removal Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Task Lamp - Installation Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 21

Replacement of the Probe Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 22

Replacement of the Probe Holder (at GW140) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 22

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 22

Probe Holder - Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 22

Replacement of the Trackball top fixation ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Trackball top fixation ring - Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Replacement of Digipots and TGC Slider controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Manpower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

Cap and/or Spring - Replacement Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 23

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CHAPTER 9

Renewal Parts

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1

List of Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 2

Parts List Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 3

Housing (GW) and additional Console Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 4

User Interface (GEU Top Console) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 7

Monitor + Monitor Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 9

Disk Drives (GEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 10

Main Power Module (CPN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 11

Main Board Module (GEF). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 13

FrontEnd (US-Part) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 14

BackEnd Processor (PC-Part) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 16

Options and Upgrades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 18

Miscellaneous Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 19

Optional Peripherals and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 26

Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 30

2D-Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 30

Real-Time 4D Volume Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 32

CW-Pencil Probes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 33

Biopsy Needle Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 34

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CHAPTER 10

Care & Maintenance

Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1

Periodic Maintenance Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1

Purpose of Chapter 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1

Why do Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 2

Keeping Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 2

Quality Assurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 2

Maintenance Task Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 2

How often should care & maintenance tasks be performed? . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 2

Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 5

Special Tools, Supplies and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 5

Specific Requirements for Care & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 5

System Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 6

Preliminary Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 6

Functional Checks (see also Chapter 4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 7

System Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 7

Peripheral/Option Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 8

Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 8

Mains Cable Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 8

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 8

General Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 8

Physical Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 9

Optional Diagnostic Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 9

Probe Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 10

Probe Related Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 10

Basic Probe Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 10

Basic Probe Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 10

Disinfection by means of the RIC-Holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 11

Using a Phantom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12

Electrical Safety Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12

Safety Test Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12

GEMS Leakage Current Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 13

Outlet Test - Wiring Arrangement - USA & Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 14

Grounding Continuity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 15

Meter Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 15

Chassis Leakage Current Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 16

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Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 16

Generic Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 16

Data Sheet for Chassis Source Leakage Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 17

Isolated Patient Lead (Source) Leakage–Lead to Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 17

Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 17

Generic Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 18

Isolated Patient Lead (Source) Leakage–Lead to Lead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 18

Isolated Patient Lead (Sink) Leakage-Isolation Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 19

Data Sheet for ECG Leakage Current . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 20

Probe Leakage Current Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 21

Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 21

Generic Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 21

No Meter Probe Adapter Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 22

Data Sheet for Transducer Source Leakage Current . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 23

When There's Too Much Leakage Current.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

Chassis Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

Probe Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

Peripheral Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

Still Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

New Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

ECG Fails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 24

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Chapter 1
Introduction

Section 1-1
Overview

1-1-1 Purpose of Chapter 1

This chapter describes important issues related to safely servicing the Voluson® 730Expert scanner.
The service provider must read and understand all the information presented in this manual before
installing or servicing a unit.

Table 1-1 Contents in Chapter 1

Section Description Page Number

1-1

1-2

1-3

1-4

1-5

Overview

Important Conventions

Safety Considerations

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

Customer Assistance

1-1-2 Purpose of Service Manual

This Service Manual provides installation and service information for the Voluson® 730Expert
Ultrasound Scanning System and contains the following chapters:

1.) Chapter 1 - Introduction: Contains a content summary and warnings.

2.) Chapter 2 - Site Preparation: Contains pre-installation requirements for the Voluson® 730Expert.

3.) Chapter 3 - Setup Instructions: Contains installation procedures.

4.) Chapter 4 - Functional Checks: Contains functional checks that are recommended as part of the

installation, or as required during servicing and periodic maintenance.

5.) Chapter 5 - Components and Functions (Theory): Contains block diagrams and functional

explanations of the electronics.

6.) Chapter 6 - Service Adjustments: Contains instructions on how to make available adjustments to

the Voluson® 730Expert.

7.) Chapter 7 - Diagnostics/Troubleshooting: Provides procedures for running diagnostic or related

routines for the Voluson® 730Expert.

8.) Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures: Provides disassembly procedures and reassembly

procedures for all changeable Field Replaceable Units (FRU).

9.) Chapter 9 - Renewal Parts: Contains a complete list of field replaceable parts for the

Voluson® 730Expert.

10.)Chapter 10 - Care & Maintenance: Provides periodic maintenance procedures for the

Voluson® 730Expert.

1-1

1-3

1-7

1-10

1-11

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1-1-3 Typical Users of the Basic Service Manual

• Service Personnel (installation, maintenance, etc.).

• Hospital’s Service Personnel

• Contractors (Some parts of Chapter 2 - Pre-Installation)

1-1-4 Voluson® 730Expert Models Covered by this Manual

Table 1-2 Voluson® 730Expert Model Designations

GE Part Number Kretz # Description

H48621N ---------- Voluson® 730Expert Main Body (BT03)

1-1-5 System History - Hardware and Software Versions

This manual applies to Voluson® 730Expert systems:

- with Serial number A09000 - (onwards)

- with Software version 3.0.x (BT03) installed

- with Software version 3.1.x (BT03) installed

- that were upgraded to BT03 (SW 3.0.x or higher installed)

1-1-6 Purpose of Operator Manual(s)

The Operator Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the Voluson® 730Expert
and also kept near the unit for quick reference.

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Section 1-2
Important Conventions

1-2-1 Conventions Used in Book

Icons

Pictures, or icons, are used wherever they reinforce the printed message. The icons, labels and
conventions used on the product and in the service information are described in this chapter.

Safety Precaution Messages

Various levels of safety precaution messages may be found on the equipment and in the service
information. The different levels of concern are identified by a flag word that precedes the precautionary
message. Known or potential hazards are labeled in one of following ways:

DANGER

!! DANGER:

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF A HAZARD THAT WILL CAUSE SEVERE
PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED.

INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF A HAZARD THAT CAN CAUSE SEVERE PERSONAL
INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE IF INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED.

Indicates the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury and property
damage if instructions are ignored.

Equipment Damage Possible
Notice is used when a hazard is present that can cause property damage but has absolutely no

personal injury risk.

Example: Disk drive will crash.

NOTE: Notes provide important information about an item or a procedure.

Information contained in a NOTE can often save you time or effort.

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1-2-2 Standard Hazard Icons

Important information will always be preceded by the exclamation point contained
within a triangle, as seen throughout this chapter. In addition to text, several
different graphical icons (symbols) may be used to make you aware of specific types
of hazards that could cause harm.

Table 1-3 Standard Hazard Icons

ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL RADIATION

LASER HEAT PINCH

LASER

LIGHT

Other hazard icons make you aware of specific procedures that should be followed.

Table 1-4 Standard Icons Indicating a Special Procedure be Used

AVOID STATIC ELECTRICITY TAG AND LOCK OUT WEAR EYE PROTECTION

TAG

&

LOCKOUT

Date

Signed

EYE

PROTECTION

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1-2-3 Product Icons

The following table describes the purpose and location of safety labels and other important information
provided on the equipment.

Table 1-5 Product Icons

LABEL/SYMBOL PURPOSE/MEANING LOCATION

Identification and Rating Plate

Device Listing/Certification

Labels

0123

Type/Class Label

IP Code (IPX 1)
IP Code (IPX 7)

“CAUTION

This unit weighs...

Special care must be used to

avoid..."

Manufacturer's name and address

Model and serial numbers

Electrical ratings

Laboratory logo or labels denoting conformance with industry
safety standards such as UL or IEC.

Council Directive 93/42/EEC concerning medical devices:
The CE mark affixed to the equipment testifies compliance to the
directive.

Used to indicate the degree of safety or protection.

Indicates the degree of protection provided by the enclosure per
IEC 529. IPX 1 and IPX 7 indicates drip proof.

Equipment Type BF (man in the box symbol) IEC 878-02-03
indicates B Type equipment having even more electrical isolation
than standard Type B equipment because it is intended for
intimate patient contact.

This precaution is intended to prevent injury that may result if one
person attempt to move the unit considerable distances or on an
incline due to the weight of the unit.

Rear side of the unit

Monitor rear side

On each probe

Rear side of the unit

Rear side of the monitor

Rear side of the unit
on the plug of each probe

Footswitch
Probes

Probe connectors

Front side of the ECG-preamplifier (MAN)

Rear of Power Supply

Used in the Service and User Manual
which should be adjacent to equipment at
all times for quick reference.

"CAUTION" The equilateral triangle is usually used in
combination with other symbols to advise or warn the user.

ATTENTION - Consult accompanying documents " is intended to
alert the user to refer to the operator manual or other instructions
when complete information cannot be provided on the label.

"CAUTION - Dangerous voltage" (the lightning flash with
arrowhead in equilateral triangle) is used to indicate electric
shock hazards.

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Various

Rear side of Power Supply

Rear side of Monitor

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Table 1-5 Product Icons (Continued)

LABEL/SYMBOL PURPOSE/MEANING LOCATION

"Mains OFF" Indicates the power off position of the mains power
switch.

"OFF/Standby" Indicates the power off/standby position of the
power switch.

CAUTION
This Power Switch DOES NOT ISOLATE Mains Supply

"Mains ON" Indicates the power on position of the mains power
switch.

ON switch of the isolation transformer for auxiliary devices.

OFF switch of the isolation transformer for auxiliary devices.

"Protective Earth" Indicates the protective earth (grounding)
terminal.

"Equipotentiality" Indicates the terminal to be used for connecting
equipotential conductors when interconnecting (grounding) with
other equipment.

Rear of system at mains switch (F1)

Adjacent to On-Off/Standby switch left
below the Control panel.

Rear of system at mains switch (F1)

Rear of system at the switch for auxiliary
devices (F2)

Rear of system at the switch for auxiliary
devices (F2)

Internal, Rear of Power Supply

Rear of Power Supply

DANGEROUS ELECTRIC VOLTAGE.
Pull the mains plug before opening the unit!

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Disposal.
This symbol indicates that waste electrical and electronic
equipment must not be disposed as unsorted municipal waste
and must be collected separately. Please contact an authorized
representative of the manufacturer for information concerning the
decommissioning of your equipment.

These symbols indicate that at least one of the six hazardous
substances of the China RoHS Labelling Standard is above the
RoHS limitation.
The number inside the circle is referred to as the Environmental
Friendly Use Period (EFUP). It indicates the number of years that
the product, under normal use, will remain harmless to health of
humans or the environment.

EFUP = 10 for Short Use Products

EFUP = 20 for Medium Use Products

LAMP CONTAINS MERCURY,
DISPOSE ACCORDING TO

+J

STATE/LOCAL LAW

KTD100272_2

This product consists of devices that may contain mercury, which
must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with local, state,
or country laws. (Within this system, the backlight lamps in the
Touch Panel contain mercury.)

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Rear of Power Supply
(if “new” version of CPN80-81 is installed)

Rear side of the unit

on the plug of each probe

(availability depends on delivery status)

Rear side of the unit

on the plug of each probe

(availability depends on delivery status)

Rear side of the unit

on rear side of the Touch Panel

(availability depends on delivery status)

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Section 1-3
Safety Considerations

1-3-1 Introduction

The following safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation, service and repair of
this equipment. Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this
manual, violates safety standards of design, manufacture and intended use of the equipment.

1-3-2 Human Safety

Operating personnel must not remove the system covers. Servicing should be performed by authorized
personnel only. Only personnel who have participated in a Voluson® 730Expert Training are authorized
to service the equipment.

1-3-3 Mechanical Safety

!! WARNING:

!! WARNING:

!! WARNING:

!! CAUTION:

!! CAUTION:

WARNINGWARNING

WARNINGWARNING

WARNINGWARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION

USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN ELEVATING THE UNIT, OR IF IT IS RAISED FOR A
REPAIR OR MOVED ALONG ANY INCLINE. IT MAY BECOME UNSTABLE WHICH
COULD CAUSE THE UNIT TO TIP OVER.

ULTRASOUND PROBES ARE HIGHLY SENSITIVE MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS THAT
CAN EASILY BE DAMAGED BY IMPROPER HANDLING. USE CARE WHEN
HANDLING AND PROTECT FROM DAMAGE WHEN NOT IN USE. DO NOT USE A
DAMAGED OR DEFECTIVE PROBE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE PRECAUTIONS
CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY AND EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

NEVER USE A PROBE THAT HAS FALLEN TO THE FLOOR. EVEN IF IT LOOKS OK,
IT MAY BE DAMAGED.

Always lower and center the Operator I/O Panel before moving the scanner.

The Voluson® 730Expert weighs 136 kg or more, depending on installed peripherals, (300
lbs., or more) when ready for use.

Care must be used when moving it or replacing its parts. Failure to follow the precautions
listed could result in injury, uncontrolled motion and costly damage.

ALWAYS:

• Use the handle to move the system. • Be sure the pathway is clear.

• Use slow, careful motions. • Do not let the system strike walls or door frames.
Two people are required when moving on inclines or lifting more than 16 kg (35 lbs).

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Keep heat venting holes on the monitor unobstructed to avoid overheating of the monitor.

NOTE: Special care should be taken when transporting the unit in a vehicle:

• Secure the unit in an upright position and lock the caster wheels (brake).

• DO NOT use the Control Panel as an anchor point.

• Place the probes in their carrying case.

• Eject any DVD, CD or Magneto Optical disk (MOD) from their drive.

• Ensure that the Voluson® 730Expert system is firmly secured while inside the vehicle.

• Prevent vibration damage by driving cautiously.
Avoid unpaved roads, excessive speeds, and erratic stops or starts.

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1-3-4 Electrical Safety

1-3-4-1 Safe Practices

To minimize shock hazard, the equipment chassis must be connected to an electrical ground.
The system is equipped with a three-conductor AC power cable. This must be plugged into an approved
electrical outlet with safety ground. If an extension cord is used with the system, make sure that the total
current rating of the system does not exceed the extension cord rating.

The power outlet used for this equipment should not be shared with other types of equipment.

Both the system power cable and the power connector meet international electrical standards.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

CONNECTING A VOLUSON® 730EXPERT SCANNER TO THE WRONG VOLTAGE
LEVEL WILL MOST LIKELY DESTROY THE SCANNER.

1-3-4-2 Probes

All the probes for the Voluson® 730Expert are designed and manufactured to provide trouble-free,
reliable service. To ensure this, correct handling of probes is important and the following points should
be noted:

• Do not drop a probe or strike it against a hard surface, as this may damage the transducer elements,
acoustic lens, or housing.

• Inspect the probe prior to each use for damage or degradation to the Housing, Cable strain relief,
Lens and Seal.

• Do not use a cracked or damaged probe. In this event, call your field service representative
immediately to obtain a replacement.

• Avoid pulling, pinching or kinking the probe cable, since a damaged cable may compromise the
electrical safety of the probe.

• To avoid the risk of a probe accidentally falling, do not allow the probe cables to become entangled,
or to be caught in the machine’s wheels.

• Never immerse the probe connector or adapter into any liquid.

NOTE: For detailed information on handling probes, refer to the Voluson® 730Expert Basic User Manual and

the care card supplied with the probe.

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1-3-5 Labels Locations

12

8* 6

3

45

7*

Figure 1-1 Labeling

1.) Caution Label

2.) CE-Label

3.) UL-Label

4.) Identification “Main” Label

5.) CW-Doppler (only if the CW-Doppler option is installed)

6.) Quality Control Label

7.) *place for additional label (e.g., “Hg Vermont label”, “Homologation label” for Japan or China only)

8.) *place for Disposal Label (WEEE)

* availability depends on delivery status of the Voluson® 730Expert system

1-3-6 Dangerous Procedure Warnings

Warnings, such as the examples below, precede potentially dangerous procedures throughout this
manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.

DANGER

!! DANGER:

DANGEROUS VOLTAGES, CAPABLE OF CAUSING DEATH, ARE PRESENT
IN THIS EQUIPMENT.
USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING AND ADJUSTING.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

EXPLOSION WARNING

DO NOT OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT IN AN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE.
OPERATION OF ANY ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT IN SUCH AN ENVIRONMENT
CONSTITUTES A DEFINITE SAFETY HAZARD.

DO NOT SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR MODIFY EQUIPMENT

BECAUSE OF THE DANGER OF INTRODUCING ADDITIONAL HAZARDS, DO NOT
INSTALL SUBSTITUTE PARTS OR PERFORM ANY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION
OF THE EQUIPMENT.

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1-3-7 Lockout/Tagout Requirements (For USA Only)

Follow OSHA Lockout/Tagout requirements to protect service personnel from injuries caused by
unexpected energizing or start-up of equipment during service, repair, or maintenance.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Energy Control and Power Lockout for Voluson® 730Expert.

When servicing parts of the system where there is exposure to voltage greater than 30 Volts:
Unplug the system
Maintain control of the system power plug

TAG

&

LOCKOUT

Signed

Date

There are no test points to verify isolation, you must wait for at least 20 seconds for capacitors to
discharge.

Beware that the Power Supply (CPN), Front End Processor and Back End Processor may be energized
even if the power is turned off when the cord is still plugged into the AC Outlet.

UT

1-3-8 Returning/Shipping Probes and Repair Parts

Equipment being returned must be clean and free of blood and other infectious substances.

GEMS policy states that body fluids must be properly removed from any part or equipment prior to
shipment. GEMS employees, as well as customers, are responsible for ensuring that parts/equipment
have been properly decontaminated prior to shipment. Under no circumstance should a part or
equipment with visible body fluids be taken or shipped from a clinic or site (for example, body coils or
and ultrasound probe).

The purpose of the regulation is to protect employees in the transportation industry, as well as the
people who will receive or open this package.

NOTE: The US Department of Transportation (DOT) has ruled that “items what were saturated and/or dripping

with human blood that are now caked with dried blood; or which were used or intended for use in patient
care” are “regulated medical waste” for transportation purpose and must be transported as a hazardous
material.

Section 1-4
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

1-4-1 What is EMC?

Electromagnetic compatibility describes a level of performance of a device within its electromagnetic
environment. This environment consists of the device itself and its surroundings including other
equipment, power sources and persons with which the device must interface. Inadequate compatibility
results when a susceptible device fails to perform as intended due interference from its environment or
when the device produces unacceptable levels of emission to its environment. This interference is often
referred to as radio–frequency or electromagnetic interference (RFI/EMI) and can be radiated through
space or conducted over interconnecting power of signal cables. In addition to electromagnetic energy,
EMC also includes possible effects from electrical fields, magnetic fields, electrostatic discharge and
disturbances in the electrical power supply.

For applicable standards refer to Chapter 2 in the Basic User Manual of the Voluson® 730Expert.

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1-4-2 Compliance

The Voluson® 730Expert unit conforms to all applicable conducted and radiated emission limits and to
immunity from electrostatic discharge, radiated and conducted RF fields, magnetic fields and power line
transient requirements.

NOTE: For CE Compliance, it is critical that all covers, screws, shielding, gaskets, mesh, clamps, are in

good condition, installed tightly without skew or stress. Proper installation following all
comments noted in this service manual is required in order to achieve full EMC performance.

1-4-3 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Prevention

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

DO NOT touch any boards with integrated circuits prior to taking the necessary ESD
precautions:

1.) When installing boards, ESD may cause damage to a board.
ALWAYS connect yourself, via an arm-wrist strap, to the advised ESD connection
point located on the rear of the system (to the right of the power connector).

2.) Follow general guidelines for handling of electrostatic sensitive equipment.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Risk of electrical shock, system must be turned off.
Avoid all contact with electrical contacts, conductors and components.
Always use non-conductive handles designed for the removal and replacement of ESD
sensitive parts. All parts that have the potential for storing energy must be discharged
or isolated before making contact.

Section 1-5
Customer Assistance

1-5-1 Contact Information

If this equipment does not work as indicated in this service manual or in the Basic User Manual, or if
you require additional assistance, please contact the local distributor or appropriate support resource,
as listed below.

NOTE: Prepare vital system information (see: Section 7-2 on page 7-2) before you call:

• System Type

• System Serial number (also visible on label on back of the system)

• Application Software version

• Backup version

• additional information about installed software

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1-5-1 Contact Information (cont’d)

Table 1-6 Phone Numbers for Customer Assistance

Location Phone Number

USA

GE Medical Systems

Ultrasound Service Engineering

9900 Innovation Drive (RP-2123)

Wauwatosa, WI 53226, USA

Canada 1-800-668-0732

Latin America

Europe

GE Medical Systems Kretztechnik GmbH & Co OHG

Service Department - Ultrasound

Tiefenbach 15

A-4871 Zipf (Austria)

Asia Support Center - Singapore

GE Ultrasound Asia

Service Department - Ultrasound

298 Tiong Bahru Road #15-01/06

Central Plaza

Singapore 169730

Japan Support Center

Service On-site

Service: Parts

Applications support

Fax:

Service

Applications support

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

1-800–437–1171

1-800-558-2040

1-800-682-5327 or 1-262-524-5698

1-414-721-4387

1-800-321-7937

1-262-524-5698

1-5-2 System Manufacturer

Table 1-7 System Manufacturer

Manufacturer Telephone FAX

GE Medical Systems - Kretztechnik GmbH & Co OHG

Tiefenbach 15

A-4871 Zipf

Austria

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Chapter 2
Site Preparation

Section 2-1
Overview

2-1-1 Purpose of Chapter 2

This chapter provides information required to plan and prepare for installation of a Voluson® 730Expert
ultrasound unit. Included are descriptions of the facility and electrical needs to be met by the purchaser.

Table 2-1 Contents in Chapter 2

Section Description Page Number

2-1

2-2

2-3

Overview

General Console Requirements

Facility Needs

2-1

2-2

2-6

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Section 2-2
General Console Requirements

2-2-1 Console Environmental Requirements

Table 2-2 Environmental Requirements

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

Operating

Temperature

10 to 40oC

(50 to 104

o

F)

If the system has been in storage or has been transported, please see the acclimation requirements
before powering

ON and/or using the system (see: Section 3-2-2 "Installation Warnings" on page 3-2).

Operating

Humidity

30 to 80% rH

non-condensing

Heat Dissipation

3446 BTU pr hour

Storage

Temperature

-10 to 40

(14 to 104

o

C

o

F)

Storage Humidity

< 90% rH non-

2-2-1-1 Cooling

The cooling requirement for the Voluson® 730Expert is 3446 BTU/hr. This figure does not include
cooling needed for lights, people, or other equipment in the room.

NOTE: Each person in the room places an additional 300 BTU/hr. demand on the cooling system.

2-2-1-2 Lighting

Bright light is needed for system installation, updates and repairs. However, operator and patient
comfort may be optimized if the room light is subdued and indirect. Therefore a combination lighting
system (dim/bright) is recommended. Keep in mind that lighting controls and dimmers can be a source
of EMI which could degrade image quality. These controls should be selected to minimize possible
interference.

2-2-2 Electrical Requirements

NOTE: GE Healthcare requires a dedicated power and ground for the proper operation of its Ultrasound

equipment. This dedicated power shall originate at the last distribution panel before the system.

condensing

The dedicated line shall consist of one phase, a neutral (not shared with any other circuit), and a full
size Ground wire from the distribution panel to the Ultrasound outlet.

NOTE: Please note that image artifacts can occur, if at any time within the facility, the Ground from the main

facility's incoming power source to the Ultrasound unit is only a conduit.

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2-2-2-1 Voluson® 730Expert Power Requirements

Table 2-3 Electrical Specifications for Voluson® 730Expert

Voltage Tolerances Current Frequency

100 VAC ±10% 10.10 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

110 VAC ±10% 9.20 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

115 VAC ±10% 8.80 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

130 VAC ±10% 7.80 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

230 VAC ±10% 4.40 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

240 VAC ±10% 4.20 A 50, 60 Hz (±2%)

Power Consumption nominal 1010 VA including all options.

Mains outlets: Mains socket ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5 for accessories.
All mains outlets are co-switched by the unit’s mains switch via built-in isolation transformer.
Output voltage for: ST1 - ST5: 115V or 230V.

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Modification of voltage setting only by an authorized service person!
The maximum power consumption of equipment (inclusive color video monitor) connected to
these outlets must not exceed 350VA!

2-2-2-2 Inrush Current

Inrush current is not a factor to consider due to the inrush current limiting properties of the power
supplies.

2-2-2-3 Site Circuit Breaker

It is recommended that the branch circuit breaker for the machine be readily accessible.

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

POWER OUTAGE MAY OCCUR.
The Voluson® 730Expert requires a dedicated single branch circuit. To avoid circuit overload

and possible loss of critical care equipment, make sure you DO NOT have any other equipment
operating on the same circuit.

2-2-2-4 Site Power Outlets

A dedicated AC power outlet must be within reach of the unit without extension cords. Other adequate
outlets for the external peripherals, medical and test equipment needed to support this unit must also
be present within 1 m (3.2 ft.) of the unit. Electrical installation must meet all current local, state, and
national electrical codes.

2-2-2-5 Main Power Plug

The Voluson® 730Expert is supplied with a main power plug, as standard.
In the event that the unit arrives without a power plug, or with the wrong plug, contact your GE dealer.
When necessary, the installation engineer will supply the appropriate power plug to meet the applicable
local regulations.

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2-2-3 EMI Limitations

Ultrasound machines are susceptible to Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) from radio frequencies,
magnetic fields, and transients in the air or wiring. Ultrasound machines also generate EMI. The
Voluson® 730Expert complies with limits as stated on the EMC label. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

NOTICE

Possible EMI sources should be identified before the unit is installed.

Electrical and electronic equipment may produce EMI unintentionally as the result of a defect.
Sources of EMI include the following:

• medical lasers

• scanners

• cauterizing guns

•computers

•monitors

•fans

• gel warmers

• microwave oven

• light dimmers

• portable phones

• broadcast stations and mobile broadcasting machines

Table 2-4 EMI Prevention/Abatement

EMI Rule Details

Be aware of RF sources.

Keep the unit at least 5 meters (16.4 feet) away from other EMI sources. Special shielding may be
required to eliminate interference problems caused by high frequency, high powered radio or video
broadcast signals.

Ground the unit.

Replace and/or reassemble
all screws, RF gaskets,
covers and cores.

Replace broken RF gaskets.

Do not place labels where
RF gaskets touch metal.

Use GE- specified
harnesses and peripherals.

Take care with cellular
phones.

Properly dress peripheral
cables.

Poor grounding is the most likely reason a unit will have noisy images.
Check grounding of the power cord and power outlet.

After you finish repairing or updating the system, replace all covers and tighten all screws.
Any cable with an external connection requires a magnet wrap at each end.
Install the shield over the front of card cage. Loose or missing covers or RF gaskets allow radio
frequencies to interfere with the ultrasound signals.

If more than 20% or a pair of the fingers on an RF gasket are broken, replace the gasket.
Do not turn ON the unit until any loose metallic part is removed and replaced, if required.

Never place a label where RF gaskets meet the unit. Otherwise, the gap created will permit RF
leakage. In case a label has been found in such a location, move the label to a different,
appropriate location.

The interconnect cables are grounded and require ferrite beads and other shielding.
Cable length, material, and routing are all important; do not make any changes that do not meet
all specifications.

Cellular phones may transmit a 5 V/m signal that causes image artifacts.

Do not allow cables to lie across the top of the card cage or hang out of the peripheral bays.
Loop the excess length for peripheral cables inside the peripheral bays.
Attach the monitor cables to the frame.

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2-2-4 Probe Environmental Requirements

Operation: Ambient temperature 18° to 30° C

Storage: -10° to 50° C

NOTE: Temperature in degrees C. Conversion to degrees F = °C (9/5) + 32).

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

SYSTEMS AND ELECTRONIC PROBES ARE DESIGNED FOR STORAGE TEMPERATURES OF

-10 TO + 50 degrees C. WHEN EXPOSED TO LARGE TEMPERATURE VARIATIONS, THE
PRODUCT SHOULD BE KEPT IN ROOM TEMPERATURE FOR 10 HOURS BEFORE USE.

2-2-5 Time and Manpower Requirements

Site preparation takes time. Begin Pre-installation checks as soon as possible. If possible, allow six
weeks before delivery, for enough time to make necessary changes.

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Have two people available to deliver and unpack the Voluson® 730Expert.
Attempts to move the unit considerable distances or on an incline by one person could result
in injury or damage or both.

2-2-6 System Specifications

2-2-6-1 Physical Dimensions of Voluson® 730Expert

The physical dimensions of the Voluson® 730Expert unit are summarized in Ta bl e 2 -5 .

Table 2-6 lists the size of Voluson® 730Expert, with monitor and without on-board peripherals.

Table 2-5 Physical Dimensions of Voluson® 730Expert

Height Width Depth

142 cm / 55.9 inches 68 cm / 26.8 inches 100 cm / 39.4 inches

2-2-6-2 Weight without Monitor and Peripherals

Table 2-6 Weight of Voluson® 730Expert with Monitor and without other Peripherals

Model Weight [kg] Weight [lbs.]

Voluson® 730Expert 136 300

2-2-6-3 Acoustic Noise Output

max. 57dB(A)

2-2-6-4 Electrical Specifications

Please refer to Section 2-2-2-1 "Voluson® 730Expert Power Requirements" on page 2-3.

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Section 2-3
Facility Needs

2-3-1 Purchaser Responsibilities

The work and materials needed to prepare the site is the responsibility of the purchaser. Delay,
confusion, and waste of manpower can be avoided by completing pre installation work before delivery.

Use the Pre-installation checklist (provided in Ta ble 2- 7) to verify that all needed steps have been taken.

Table 2-7 Voluson® 730Expert Pre-Installation Check List

Action Yes No

Schedule at least 3 hours for installation of the system.

Notify installation team of the existence of any variances from the basic installation.

Make sure system and probes have been subject to acclimation period.

Environmental cooling is sufficient.

Lighting is adjustable to adapt to varying operational conditions of the scanner.

Electrical facilities meet system requirements.

EMI precautions have been taken and all possible sources of interference have been removed.

Mandatory site requirements have been met.

If a network is used, IP address has been set for the system and a dedicated network outlet is available.

Purchaser responsibility includes:

• Procuring the materials required.

• Completing the preparations before delivery of the ultrasound system.

• Paying the costs for any alterations and modifications not specifically provided in the sales contract.

NOTE: All electrical installations that are preliminary to the positioning of the equipment at the site prepared for

the equipment must be performed by licensed electrical contractors. Other connections between pieces
of electrical equipment, calibrations, and testing must also be performed by qualified personnel. The
products involved (and the accompanying electrical installations) are highly sophisticated and special
engineering competence is required. All electrical work on these products must comply with the
requirements of applicable electrical codes. The purchaser of GE equipment must only utilize qualified
personnel to perform electrical servicing on the equipment.

The desire to use a non–listed or customer provided product or to place an approved product further
from the system than the interface kit allows presents challenges to the installation team. To avoid
delays during installation, such variances should be made known to the individuals or group performing
the installation at the earliest possible date (preferably prior to the purchase).

The ultrasound suite must be clean prior to delivery of the machine. Carpet is not recommended
because it collects dust and creates static. Potential sources of EMI (electromagnetic interference)
should also be investigated before delivery. Dirt, static, and EMI can negatively impact system reliability.

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2-3-2 Mandatory Site Requirements

NOTE: GE Healthcare requires a dedicated power and ground for the proper operation of its Ultrasound

equipment. This dedicated power shall originate at the last distribution panel before the system.
The dedicated line shall consist of one phase, a neutral (not shared with any other circuit), and a full
size ground wire from the distribution panel to the Ultrasound outlet. Please note that image artifacts
can occur, if at any time within the facility, the ground from the main facility's incoming power source to
the Ultrasound unit is only a conduit.

The following are mandatory site requirements. Additional (optional) recommendations, as well as a
recommended ultrasound room layout, are provided in Section 2-3-3 "Site Recommendations" .

• Door opening is at least 76 cm (30 in) wide.

• Proposed location for unit is at least 0.3 m (1 ft.) from the wall for cooling

• Clean and protected space for storage of probes (either in their case or on a rack).

• Material to safely clean probes (performed using a plastic container, never metal).

• Power outlet and place for any external peripheral are within 2 m (6.5 ft) of each other with

peripheral within 1 m of the unit to connect cables.

NOTE: The Voluson® 730Expert has four outlets inside the unit. One is for the monitor and three for on board

peripherals.

In case of network option:

• An active network outlet in the vicinity of the ultrasound unit.

• A network cable of appropriate length (regular Pin-to-Pin network cable).

• An IT administrator who will assist in configuring the unit to work with your local network.

A fixed IP address is required. Refer to the form provided at page 3-50 for network details that are
required.

NOTE: All relevant preliminary network port installations at the prepared site must be performed by authorized

contractors. The purchaser of GE equipment must utilize only qualified personnel to perform servicing
of the equipment.

2-3-3 Site Recommendations

The following are (optional) site recommendations. Mandatory site requirements are provided in the

Mandatory Site Requirements section, above.

• Door is at least 90 cm (3 ft.) wide

• Circuit breaker for dedicated power outlet is easily accessible

• Sink with hot and cold water

• Receptacle for bio–hazardous waste, like used probe sheaths

• Emergency oxygen supply

• Storage for linens and equipment

• Nearby waiting room, lavatory, and dressing room

• Dual level lighting (bright and dim)

• Lockable cabinet ordered by GE for its software and proprietary manuals

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2-3-3-1 Recommended Ultrasound Room Layout

Figure 2-1 below shows a floor plan illustrating the recommended layout of the Ultrasound Room and

depicting the minimal room layout requirements.

VOLUSON

35.5 IN.

(92 CM)

Figure 2-1 Recommended Floor Plan 4.3m x 5.2m (14ft x 17ft)

Dedicated Power Outlets

Hospital Network

Cabinet for
Software and Manuals
(optional)

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2-3-4 Networking Pre-installation Requirements

2-3-4-1 Purpose of the DICOM Network Function

DICOM (Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine) services provide the operator with clinically
useful features for moving images and patient information over a hospital network.
Examples of DICOM services include the transfer of images to workstations for viewing or transferring
images to remote printers. As an added benefit, transferring images in this manner frees up the on­board monitor and peripherals, enabling viewing to be done while scanning continues.
With DICOM, images can be archived, stored, and retrieved faster, easier, and at a lower cost.

2-3-4-2 DICOM Option Pre-installation Requirements

To configure the Voluson® 730Expert to work with other network connections, the site’s network
administrator must provide some necessary information.

To configure the Voluson® 730Expert ultrasound unit to work with other network connections, the
network administrator must provide some necessary information.

Use the Connectivity Setup Worksheet on page 3-50 to record required information that must include:

• Voluson® 730Expert Details: DICOM network details for the Voluson® 730Expert unit,

incl. the host name, local port, IP address, AE title and net mask.

• Routing Information: IP addresses for the default gateway and other routers in use at

the site.

• DICOM Application Information: Details of DICOM devices in use at the site, including the DICOM

host name, AE title, DICOM port number and IP addresses.

Installation see: Section 3-11 "Network IP Address Configuration" on page 3-48.

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Chapter 3
Setup Instructions

Section 3-1
Overview

3-1-1 The Purpose of Chapter 3

This chapter contains information needed to setup the Voluson® 730Expert unit. Included are
procedures to receive, unpack and configure the equipment. A worksheet is provided (see: page 3-50)
to help ensure that all the required information is available, prior to setup the system.

Table 3-1 Contents in Chapter 3

Section Description Page Number

3-1

3-2

3-3

3-4

3-5

3-6

3-7

3-8

3-9

3-10

3-12

3-11

3-13

Section 3-2
Set Up Reminders

Overview

Set Up Reminders

Receiving and Unpacking the Equipment

Preparing for Set Up

Connection of Auxiliary Devices

Completing the Set Up

Printer Installation

System Configuration

Available Probes

Software/Option Configuration

Connectivity Setup Worksheet

Network IP Address Configuration

Paperwork

3-1

3-1

3-4

3-6

3-8

3-22

3-26

3-41

3-47

3-47

3-50

3-48

3-51

3-2-1 Average Installation Time

Table 3-2 Average Installation Time

Description Average Installation Time Comments

Unpacking the scanner 0.5 hours

Scanner /options / printers 0.5 to 1.5 hours Dependant on the required configuration

DICOM Option 0.5 - 1.5 hours Dependant on the configuration amount

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3-2-2 Installation Warnings

1.) Since the Voluson® 730Expert weighs approximately 136 kg (300 lbs.) without options, two people
are required to unpack it. Two people are also required for installing any additional items in excess
of 16 kg / 35 pounds.(e.g., Monitor).

2.) There are no operator serviceable components. To prevent shock, do not remove any covers or

panels. Should problems or malfunctions occur, unplug the power cord.

Only qualified service personnel should carry out servicing and troubleshooting.

3-2-2-1 Moving/Lifting the System

When pulling, moving or lifting the system,
grasp it only at the rear handle of the trolley and
the handle underneath the foot rest.

WARNING

WARNING

Do NOT pull or lift the system with the front handle
of the user interface (operator panel).

Figure 3-1 moving or lifting the system

3-2-2-2 System Acclimation Time

After being transported, the Voluson® 730Expert system may be very cold or hot.
It requires one hour for each 2.5°C increment it's temperature is below 10°C or above 40°C.

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Equipment damage possibility. Turning the system on without acclimation after arriving at site
may cause the system to be damaged.

Table 3-3 Acclimation Time

60 55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 -5 -10 -15 -20 -25 -30 -35 -40

°C

140 131 122 113 104 96 86 77 68 59 50 41 32 23 14 5 -4 -13 -22 -31 -40

°F

864200000002468101214161820

hrs

3-2-2-3 Control Panel Position

If weight is placed on the Control Panel (UI) in it’s extended position the console could tip over.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

The system should NOT be moved with the Control Panel (UI) extended. Move the
Control Panel to it’s centered and locked position. Refer to Section 6-4 on page 6-5.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Monitor mounting mechanism may break if not properly supported (e.g., with packing
foam) during transportation.

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3-2-2-4 Brake Pedal Operation

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

REMEMBER: If the front wheels are engaged for transportation, pressing the release
brake pedals (brakes on front wheels under the foot rest) once disengages the lock.

3-2-3 Safety Reminders

DANGER

!! DANGER:

WHEN USING ANY TEST INSTRUMENT THAT IS CAPABLE OF OPENING THE
AC GROUND LINE (I.E., METER’S GROUND SWITCH IS OPEN), DON’T TOUCH
THE UNIT!

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Two people should unpack the unit because of its weight.
Two people are required whenever a part weighing 16kg (35 lb.) or more must be lifted.

If the unit is very cold or hot, do NOT turn on its power until it has had sufficient time to
acclimate to its operating environment.

To prevent electrical shock, connect the unit to a properly grounded power outlet. Do not use
a three to two prong adapter. This defeats safety grounding.

Do NOT wear the ESD wrist strap when you work on live circuits and more than 30 V peak is
present.

Do not use a 20 Amp to 15 Amp adapter on the 120 Vac unit’s power cord.
This unit requires a dedicated 16 A circuit.

!! CAUTION:

!! CAUTION:

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

CAUTION

CAUTION

DO NOT operate this unit unless all board covers and frame panels are securely in place, to
ensure optimal system performance and cooling.
(When covers are removed, EMI may be present).

OPERATOR MANUAL(S)
The User Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the
Voluson® 730Expert and kept near the unit for quick reference.

ACOUSTIC OUTPUT HAZARD
Although the ultrasound energy transmitted from the Voluson® 730Expert probe is within
FDA limits, avoid unnecessary exposure. Ultrasound energy can produce heat and
mechanical damage.

Figure 3-2 Environmental Labels

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Section 3-3
Receiving and Unpacking the Equipment

!! CAUTION:

!! NOTICE:

CAUTION

NOTICE

Transport only with forklift or stracker truck.
During transport pay attention to the point of gravity (“tilt and drop” indicator)!

Have two people available to unpack the Voluson® 730Expert.
Attempts to move the unit considerable distances or on an incline by one person could result
in injury or damage or both.

The envelope with delivery address, packing list and
invoice is located on the front panel of the crate.

Check whether delivery is complete (according to
packing list) and check visual damage!

Figure 3-3 envelope at front panel of the crate

The device must only be transported in the original packaging!

Unpack the devices such a way that packaging can be reused.

A drill with size 20 torx bit and/or a Philips 2 screwdriver will be needed to open the crate.

Table 3-4 Unpacking Procedure

Step Task

1.

Loosen the screws and remove top panel from crate; top panel is used for the ramp.

tilt and drop
indicator

center

of

gravity

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Table 3-4 Unpacking Procedure

Step Task

2.

Open front panel by removing the screws from the side panels. Remove probes and accessories from the wooden box.

probes and accessories

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Do not open side panels prior to

screws

screws

removing the front panel!
Accessories could drop down
and DAMAGE the user interface!

packing

3.

4.

Caution: Two people are needed in the next step due to the weight of the equipment.

5.

Loosen all screws to remove the wooden rack for accessories as well as the left, right and back panel.

wooden rack
for accessories

Carefully remove foam packing material and plastic bag from the ultrasound unit and monitor.

Disengage the brakes and slowly move unit down the ramp (top panel).

brakes

Brakes

top panel

is used for ramp

Note: Packing crate and material should be stored for future use.

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Section 3-4
Preparing for Set Up

3-4-1 Verify Customer Order

1.) After unpacking the equipment, it is important to verify that all items ordered by the customer have
been received. Compare all items listed on the packing slip (delivery note) with those received.

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

It is recommended to keep and store the shipping carton and all other packing materials (including the
support foams, anti-static plastic cover, etc.), in case the unit has to be moved to a different location.
Unpack the devices such a way that packaging can be reused.
For warranty purposes, storage of the above is required for one year from date of purchase.

2.) Visually inspect the system components using the following checklist.

Table 3-5 Damage Inspection Checklist - Voluson® 730Expert System

Step Item Recommended Procedure

1

Main label Enter Serial Number: __________________________ (printed on main label on back of the system)

2

Console Verify that the system is switched OFF and unplugged. Clean the console and control panel.

3

Control Console

4

Probes

5

LCD Display

6

Fans Verify that the system’s cooling fans and peripheral fans are operating.

7

Rear Panel

Physically inspect the control console for missing or damaged items.
After switching on the system, verify the proper illumination of all the control panel buttons.

Check all probes for wear and tear on the lens, cable, and connector. Look for bent or damaged pins on the
connector and in the connector socket on the unit. Verify that the EMI fingers around the probe connector
socket housing are intact. Check the probe locking mechanism and probe switch.

Clean the LCD display by gently wiping with a dry, soft, lint-free non-abrasive folded cloth. Inspect the monitor
for scratches and raster burn.

Check the rear panel connectors for bent pins, loose connections and loose or missing hardware. Screw all
the cable connectors tightly to the connector sockets on the panel. Verify that the labeling is in good condition.

8

9

10

11

Covers

Peripherals

Power Cord

System Voltage
setting

Check that all screws are tightly secured in place, that there are no dents or scratches and that no internal
parts are exposed.

Check and clean the peripherals in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions.
To prevent EMI or system overheating, dress the peripheral cables inside the peripheral cover.

Check the power cord for cuts, loose hardware, tire marks, exposed insulation, or any deterioration.
Verify continuity. Replace the power cord, as required.

Verify that the Voluson® 730Expert is set to the correct voltage.
see: Section 3-4-2 "System Voltage Settings" on page 3-7

NOTE: Report any items that are missing, back-ordered, or damaged, to your GE Healthcare - Kretztechnik

sales representative. The contact address is shown in Contact Information on page 1-11.

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3-4-2 System Voltage Settings

Verify that the scanner is set to the correct voltage. The Voltage settings for the Voluson® 730Expert
Scanner is found on the identification plate, on the rear of the system.

Figure 3-4 Identification Plate

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

CONNECTING A Voluson® 730Expert SCANNER TO THE WRONG VOLTAGE LEVEL
WILL MOST LIKELY DESTROY THE SCANNER.

3-4-3 EMI Protection

This unit has been designed to minimize the effects of Electo-Magnetic Interference (EMI). Many of the
covers, shields, and screws are provided primarily to protect the system from image artifacts caused by
this interference. For this reason, it is imperative that all covers and hardware are installed and secured
before the unit is put into operation.

Ensure that the system is protected from electromagnetic interference (EMI), as follows:

• Operate the system at least 15 feet away from equipment that emits strong electromagnetic

radiation.

• Operate the system in an area enclosed by walls, floors and ceilings comprised of wood, plaster or

concrete, which help prevent EMI.

• Shield the system when operating it in the vicinity of radio broadcast equipment, if necessary.

• Do not operate mobile phones or other EMI emitting devices in the ultrasound room.

• Verify that all EMI rules listed in the following table are followed:

The Voluson® 730Expert
environmentally qualified facilities, in terms of the prevention of radio wave interference. Operation of
the ultrasound unit
television sets situated near the medical equipment.
For further details and EMI Prevention/Abatement refer to Section 2-2-3 "EMI Limitations" on page 2-4.

ultrasound unit is approved for use in hospitals, clinics and other

in an inappropriate environment can cause electronic interference to radios and

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Section 3-5
Connection of Auxiliary Devices

3-5-1 Preparations

NOTE: Normally the auxiliary devices and peripherals come already installed with the system.

1.) Carefully remove plastic caps using a knife and loosen screws and washers (see: Figure 3-5.)

2.) When the cover is loose on top, pull the rear cover out and move upwards.

plastic caps; screws and washers

Figure 3-5 Remove rear cover plate

3.) Disconnect the GND ground-cable from the back of the rear cover plate.

GND ground cable

Figure 3-6 GND ground-cable

4.) Connect Peripherals according to correct connection scheme described in the following sub-

sections (refer to Table 3-6 on page 3-9).

5.) Connect the GND ground-cable at the rear cover plate.

6.) Mount rear cover plate, reattach screw and washers and plug-in the caps.

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3-5-1 Preparations (cont’d)

Table 3-6 below outlines Voluson® 730Expert hardware installation procedures described in the sub-

sections.

Table 3-6 Connection Procedures

Sub-section Description Page Number

!! WARNING:

!! CAUTION:

WARNINGWARNING

CAUTION

3-5-2

3-5-3

3-5-4

3-5-5

3-5-6

3-5-7

3-5-8

3-5-9

3-5-10

3-5-11

Monitor Connection

Foot Switch Connection

ECG-preamplifier Connection

Global Modem Connection

S-VHS Video Recorder Connection

B/W Video Printer Connection

Line Printer Connection

Digital Color Printer Connection

Bluetooth Printer Connection

External USB-Devices

3-10

3-10

3-11

3-12

3-13

3-15

3-16

3-17

3-18

3-20

After each installation, the leakage currents have to be measured according to
IEC 60601-1 respectively UL 60601-1.

Please observe that some printers may not be medical devices! If the Bluetooth Printer and/or
Line Printers are not medical devices, they have to be located outside of the patient
environment (according to IEC 60601-1 / UL 60601-1).

2,5 m

1,5 m1,5 m

1,5 m

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3-5-2 Monitor Connection

NOTE: The monitor comes already installed with the system.

3-5-3 Foot Switch Connection

Figure 3-7 Foot Switch Connection Scheme

NOTE: After physical connection, adjust the Footswitch (Left/Right) as described in

Section 3-7-5 "Remote Control Selection" on page 3-40.

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3-5-4 ECG-preamplifier Connection

Figure 3-8 ECG Connection Scheme

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3-5-5 Global Modem Connection

Figure 3-9 Global Modem Connection Scheme

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Never install the telephone wiring, or use the modem during an electric storm;
there may be a remote risk of electrical shock from lightning.

Use only the power adapter supplied with the modem and connect it as shown.
Use of any other power adapter will void the warranty and could damage the modem.

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3-5-6 S-VHS Video Recorder Connection

NOTE: Please refer to connection scheme belonging to the used VCR type:

• Section 3-5-6-1 "Mitsubishi HS-MD3000" on page 3-13

• Section 3-5-6-2 "Sony SVO-9500MD" on page 3-14

3-5-6-1 Mitsubishi HS-MD3000

NOTE: There are two types of Mitsubishi HS-MD3000 VCR (PAL and NTSC) approved by GE Healthcare -

Kretztechnik. Use the standard VCR type (PAL or NTSC) that is suited to your region.

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

ONLY the specific GE - Kretztechnik Version of this video recorder type may be used in
connection with the system!

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

Figure 3-10 Mitsubishi - Video Recorder Connection Scheme

Please use the proper connection set and remote cable.
see: Section 9-12 "Optional Peripherals and Accessories" on page 9-26.

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3-5-6-2 Sony SVO-9500MD

Figure 3-11 Sony - Video Recorder Connection Scheme

Set DIP Switches on back of the VCR as shown:

Switch 1: OFF-Audio is muted during fast playback

Switch 2: OFF-FF/REW mode is used during searches.

Switch 3: ON-VCR counter is reset upon cassette ejection.

Switch 4: OFF-The VCR can be controlled by the system.

Switch 5 + 6: ON-The Baud rate is set to 19200 bit/sec.

(must be the same as Voluson® 730Expert)

Figure 3-12 DIP Switches

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Please use the proper connection set and remote cable.
see: "Section 9-12 Optional Peripherals and Accessories (cont’d)" on page 9-28.

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3-5-7 B/W Video Printer Connection

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

Figure 3-13 B/W Video Printer Connection Scheme

Set DIP Switches on back of the Black/White printer as shown in the image (all DOWN).

Please use the proper connection set.
see: Section 9-12 "Optional Peripherals and Accessories" on page 9-26.

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3-5-8 Line Printer Connection

Figure 3-14 Line Printer Connection Scheme

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Please observe that the Line Printer has to be located outside of the patient environment
(acc. IEC 60601-1 / UL 60601-1).

The switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system.
Leave printer switch always in the ON position.

Please use the proper connection set.
see: Section 9-12 "Optional Peripherals and Accessories" on page 9-26.

NOTE: For further installation instructions see:

Section 3-7-1 "Installing Line Printer HP 990cxi or HP 995c" on page 3-27.

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3-5-9 Digital Color Printer Connection

Figure 3-15 Digital Color Printer Connection Scheme

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Pay attention to lateral distances. See Instruction Manual of the printer!

The Printer Supply Voltage must be the same as the Output Voltage of the Voluson® 730Expert
Power Out Connectors (Power Supply)!

The switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system.
Leave printer switch always in the ON position.

Please use the proper connection set.
see: Section 9-12 "Optional Peripherals and Accessories" on page 9-26.

The Sony UP-D23MD printer must never be connected to USB-ports on the SBC backplane.
Please use one of the two outlets on the back of the GEM (Disk Drive Module) only.

NOTE: For further installation instructions see:

Section 3-7-2 "Installing Digital Color Printer Sony UP-D21MD or UP-D23MD" on page 3-29.

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3-5-10 Bluetooth Printer Connection

NOTE: Please refer to connection scheme belonging to the used B/W Printer type:

• Section 3-5-10-1 "HP 5600/5900 Series" on page 3-18

• Section 3-5-10-2 "Canon Pixma MP600 / MP610" on page 3-19

3-5-10-1 HP 5600/5900 Series

Figure 3-16 HP Bluetooth Printer - Connection Scheme

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Please observe that the complete Bluetooth Printer Assembly has to be located outside of the
patient environment (acc. IEC 60601-1 / UL 60601-1).

The printer being used may not be a medical device. The Bluetooth Printer Set and the Power
Supply of the Bluetooth Printer Adapter is also not a medical device.
The equipment meets the requirements of the EN60950 Standard.

The switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system.
Leave printer switch always in the ON position.

Please use the proper Bluetooth Printer Connection set.
see: Table 9-15 "Optional Peripherals and Accessories" on page 9-27.

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3-5-10-2 Canon Pixma MP600 / MP610

Canon Bluetooth

Printer Adapter

!! CAUTION:

!! CAUTION:

!! NOTICE:

CAUTION

CAUTION

NOTICE

Figure 3-17 Canon Bluetooth Printer - Connection Scheme

Please observe that the complete Bluetooth Printer Assembly has to be located outside of the
patient environment (acc. IEC 60601-1 / UL 60601-1).

The Printer and the Bluetooth Printer Adapter used may not be a medical device.
The equipment meets the requirements of the EN60950 Standard.

The switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system.
Leave printer switch always in the ON position.

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3-5-11 External USB-Devices

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Do not connect or disconnect any external USB-devices to or from the system while
scanning a patient! The appearing dialogs could distract you from the scan!

3-5-11-1 External USB-Devices - Connection

When an external USB-storage device (such as a USB-memory stick or external hard disk) is connected
to the Voluson® 730Expert system, Windows detects the device and automatically installs a driver.
During this process, several dialogs may pop up, starting with the „Found New Hardware“ dialog.

Figure 3-18 Found New Hardware - USB Device

The device is then accessible using the drive letter the system assigned to it.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

When connecting external USB devices, be sure to execute Safety Directions found in Chapter 2 of the
Voluson® 730Expert Basic User Manual.

3-5-11-2 External USB-Devices - Disconnection

Before an external USB-device (e.g., USB-memory stick) can be disconnected, the system has to be
informed about the removal of the device! For this purpose the System Setup -

Figure 4-22 on page 4-29) has a STOP USB DEVICES

BACKUP page (see:

button.

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

Unplugging or ejecting USB devices without first stopping them can often cause the system to
crash and possibly result in loss of valuable data.

By clicking the STOP USB DEVICES

button, the „Unplug or Eject Hardware“ dialog is started.

Using this dialog, the USB-devices can be stopped before they are physically disconnected.

Figure 3-19 Unplug or Eject Hardware

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3-5-11-2 External USB-Devices - Disconnection (cont’d)

The „Unplug or Eject Hardware“ dialog shows all USB-devices that are connected to the system.
On every system is an USB mass storage device, the DVD/CD writer, which has the drive letter (F:).
If the system has an optional MO-drive installed as well, it is listed too, and has the drive letter (E:).

To stop the external device, select it and click the STOP

button.

A dialog shows which components will be stopped. To finish the process, click [OK].

Figure 3-20 Stop a Hardware device

Finally, a dialog shows that the device was stopped successfully.
The device can now be safely disconnected from the system.

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

Figure 3-21 Safe to Remove Hardware

By clicking OK

Close this dialog by clicking CLOSE

Afterwards select OK

, the „Unplug or Eject Hardware“ dialog is active again.

.

to reboot the system.

If the system’s DVD/CD writer or (optional) MO-drive was stopped by accident, simply stop the
external device as well and reboot the system.
During reboot, the DVD/CD writer and the MO-drive will be installed again.

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Section 3-6
Completing the Set Up

3-6-1 Connecting the Unit to a Power Source

The connection of the Voluson® 730Expert ultrasound unit to a power source should be performed by
a qualified person who has completed basic Voluson® 730Expert System User Training.
Use only the power cords, cables and plugs provided by or designated by GE Healthcare - Kretztechnik
to connect the unit to the power source.

CAUTION

!! CAUTIO N: Prior to

Prior to connect the Voluson® 730Expert unit to a power source, verify compliance with all
electrical and safety requirements. Check the power cord to verify that it is intact and of
hospital-grade. Products equipped with a power source (wall outlet) plug should be connected
to the fixed power socket that has a protective grounding conductor. Never use an adapter or
converter to connect with a power source plug (e.g., a three-prong to two-prong converter).

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

The unit’s power must be supplied from a separate, properly rated outlet to avoid risk
of fire. See Section 2-2-2-1 "Voluson® 730Expert Power Requirements" on page 2-3 for
rating information. The power cord should not, under any circumstances, be altered to
a configuration rated less than that specified for the current.

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

Whenever disconnecting the Voluson® 730Expert system from the electrical outlet, always
observe the safety precautions. First unplug the main power cable from the wall outlet socket,
then from the unit itself. Remove by pulling on the cable connector - DO NOT pull on the cable.

The Voluson® 730Expert requires all covers!
Operate this system only when all board covers and frame panels are securely in place.
The covers are required for safe operation, good system performance and cooling purposes.

3-6-2 Power On / Boot Up

3-6-2-1 Scanner Power On

1.) Connect the Power Cable to the back of the system.

2.) Connect the Main Power Cable to a hospital grade power receptacle with the proper rated voltage.

Never use an adapter that would defeat the safety ground.

3.) CPN6 only - Switch ON the Circuit Breaker (F1) and the Power Switch of peripherals (F2).

4.) CPN80-81 only - Switch ON the Circuit Breaker at the rear of the system.

Circuit Breaker

Connector for
Mains Power Cable

Figure 3-22 Circuit Breaker at rear of system with CPN6 installed

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

When AC power is applied to the scanner, the ON/OFF switch on the Control panel is illuminated,
indicating that the System (including the Back-end Processor) is in standby mode.

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3-6-2-2 Back-end Processor Boot Up

Press the ON/OFF Standby switch left below the control panel.

ON/OFF Standby switch

Figure 3-23 ON/OFF Standby Switch

NOTE: The mains outlet of the system for peripheral auxiliary equipment are commonly switched with the

Standby switch. The switch of printers has to be in ON position before starting the system.
However, be aware some auxiliary equipment may switch itself to standby mode when
Standby power is on (e.g., Color video printer) and must therefore be switched on separately.
(CPN6 only - Auxiliary equipment need not to be switched ON/OFF separately if the F2 power switch
on the rear of the system is always ON.)

When the ON/OFF Standby switch left below the Control Panel is pressed, the System (including the
Back-end Processor) starts and the operating system is loaded which then leads the application
software to activate the scanner.

The system automatically performs an initialization sequence which includes the following:

- Loading the operating system.

- Running a quick diagnostic check of the system.

- Detecting connected probes

As soon as the software has been loaded, the system enters 2D-Mode with the probe and application
that were used before the system was shut down.

NOTE: Total time used for start-up is about 2 minutes.

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3-6-3 Power Off / Shutdown

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

After turning off a system, wait at least 10 seconds before turning it on again.
The system may not be able to boot if power is recycled too quickly.

3-6-3-1 Back-end Processor Power Down

1.) Press the ON/OFF Standby switch left below the Control Panel. see: Figure 3-23.

3-6-3-2 Scanner Shutdown

1.) Press the ON/OFF Standby switch left below the Control Panel.

2.) Switch OFF the Circuit Breaker at the rear of the system.

NOTE: The mains outlet of the system for peripheral auxiliary equipment are commonly switched with the

Standby switch. So the auxiliary equipment need not to be switched ON/OFF separately.

WARNINGWARNING

!! WARNING:

Disconnection of the Main Power Cable is necessary!
For Example: When repairing the system.

3.) After complete power down, unscrew the 2 screws and remove the pull-out protection to disconnect

the main power cable from the system or unplug it from the AC wall outlet socket.

Circuit Breaker

Mains Power Cable

Figure 3-24 Circuit Breaker, Protection and Power Cable on back of Voluson® 730Expert

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

2 screws

pull-out Protection

4.) Press once on the brakes to block the front wheels (brakes on front wheels under the foot rest).

5.) Prior to disconnect a probe freeze the image.

6.) Disconnect probes. (Turn the probe locking handle counterclockwise and then pull the connector

straight out of the probe port.)

7.) If required, open the right-hand side door, remove the probe cable from the cable holder and then

close the door.

DO NOT disconnect a probe while running (Live Scan “Write” mode)!
A software error may occur. In this case switch the unit OFF (perform a reset).

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3-6-4 Transducer Connection

Connect a transducer to one of the three rightmost transducer receptacle as follows:

1.) Inspect the probe and probe socket to verify that it is free of debris.

2.) Ensure that the transducer twist lock lever is at horizontal position.

3.) Insert the connector on the receptacle guide pin until it touches the receptacle mating surface.

4.) Twist the transducer twist lock lever to vertical position to lock it in place.

Twist the lever to the horizontal position to disconnect the transducer.

5.) Open the right-hand side door, lay the cable into the intended cable holder and close the door.

Figure 3-25 Transducer Connection

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

!! CAUTION:

If the cable spout on the right-hand door is missing, don’t pull the probe cable.
Please insert the spout in the designated place to avoid damage of the probe cable.

Do not bend the probe cable acutely. Fault conditions can result in electric shock hazard.
Do not touch the surface of probe connectors which are exposed when the probe is removed.
Do not touch the patient when connecting or disconnecting a probe.

NOTE: Prior to connecting or disconnecting a probe, freeze the image.

It is not necessary to turn OFF power to connect or disconnect a transducer.

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Section 3-7
Printer Installation

NOTE: For Connection schemes refer to Section 3-5 "Connection of Auxiliary Devices" on page 3-8.

For further installation instructions see:

• Section 3-7-1 "Installing Line Printer HP 990cxi or HP 995c" on page 3-27

• Section 3-7-2 "Installing Digital Color Printer Sony UP-D21MD or UP-D23MD" on page 3-29

• Section 3-7-3 "Printer Installation manually" on page 3-31

• Section 3-7-4 "Adjustment of Printer Settings" on page 3-36

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

The Bluetooth Printer Connection set as well as the Color Deskjet printer MUST NOT be installed
by the user!

For installation please contact your local distributor or GE service representative.

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3-7-1 Installing Line Printer HP 990cxi or HP 995c

1.) Power off/Shutdown the system as described in: Section 3-6-3 on page 3-24.

2.) Connect the printer as described on page 3-8 and reinstall the rear cover plate.

NOTE: For connection schemes refer to Section 3-5-8 on page 3-16.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Do not connect the USB-cable to the printer!

NOTE: “Mouse functions” can be performed by using the trackball for moving the cursor.

“Normal select” (Click) = left/right trackball key; “Opening a context menu” = upper trackball key

3.) Turn ON the printer, then switch ON the power of the system and wait till the system has booted.

NOTE: The power switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system!

3-7-1-1 Install the HP printer software/driver

Perform the following steps if this printer was never installed on the Voluson® 730Expert!

1.) Connect the USB cable to the printer and the system. The windows ‘Searching for Drivers …’,

‘Found new Hardware …’ and finally the following windows appear.

select “Search for a suitable driver for my
device (recommended)”

Click on “Specify a location”

Figure 3-26 Found New Hardware Wizard

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3-7-1-1 Install the HP printer software/driver (cont’d)

2.) Click the NEXT

3.) Use the BROWSE

buttons to start the Hardware Wizard and to locate the driver files.

button to search the following path on the hard disk (see: Figure 3-27)

- C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\HPDeskjet990c for HP 990cxi

- C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\HPDeskjet995c for HP 995c, and then click OK

Figure 3-27 Search for Network path on hard disk

4.) Confirm the correct path and click NEXT

5.) Confirm the installation by clicking FINISH

to install the driver. All necessary files are copied.

to close the Hardware Wizard.

.

Figure 3-28 Confirm correct path and finish the Installation

6.) Close all open windows and restart the system (turn off and on the system).

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:Ver

After boot up of the system, verify the correct settings in the printer “Properties”, see: Section 3-7-4

"Adjustment of Printer Settings" on page 3-36.

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3-7-2 Installing Digital Color Printer Sony UP-D21MD or UP-D23MD

1.) Power off/Shutdown the system as described in: Section 3-6-3 on page 3-24.

2.) Connect the printer as described on page 3-8 and reinstall the rear cover plate.

NOTE: For connection schemes refer to Section 3-5-9 on page 3-17.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

Do not connect the USB-cable to the printer!

NOTE: “Mouse functions” can be performed by using the trackball for moving the cursor.

“Normal select” (Click) = left/right trackball key; “Opening a context menu” = upper trackball key

3.) Turn ON the printer, then switch ON the power of the system and wait till the system has booted.

NOTE: The power switch of the printer has to be in ON position before starting the system!

3-7-2-1 Install the UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD printer software/driver

Perform the following steps if this printer was never installed on the Voluson® 730Expert!

1.) Connect the USB cable to the printer and the system. The windows ‘Searching for Drivers …’,

‘Found new Hardware …’ and finally the following windows appear.

2.) Click the NEXT

select “Search for a suitable driver for my
device (recommended)”

Click on “Specify a location”

Figure 3-29 Found New Hardware Wizard

buttons to start the Hardware Wizard and to locate the driver files.

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3-7-2-1 Install the UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD printer software/driver (cont’d)

3.) Use the BROWSE

button to search the following path (see: Figure 3-27)

• C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\SonyUP-D21MD or

• C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\SonyUP-D23MD and then click OK

.

Figure 3-30 Search for Network path

4.) Confirm the correct path and click NEXT

to install the driver. All necessary files are copied.

5.) The Message: Digital Signature Not Found appears. Click YES

6.) Confirm the installation by clicking FINISH

to close the Hardware Wizard.

.

Figure 3-31 Confirm correct path and finish the Installation

7.) Close all open windows and restart the system (turn off and on the system).

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:Ver

After boot up of the system, verify the correct settings in the printer “Properties”, see: Section 3-7-4

"Adjustment of Printer Settings" on page 3-36.

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3-7-3 Printer Installation manually

1.) On the Touch Panel, press UTILITIES.

2.) In the Utilities menu, touch SYSTEM SETUP

3.) Select the

SERVICE page. The “password window” appears automatically.

to invoke the setup desktop on the screen.

Figure 3-32 System Setup Service page

4.) Enter the password SHE and click the ACCEPT

button to display the Service Tools window.

“Printer” button

Figure 3-33 Service Tools window

5.) Click on the PRINTER

button.

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3-7-3 Printer Installation manually (cont’d)

6.) Click the ADD PRINTER

button.

A warning message appears:
Please read this message carefully and click YES

if you have skills to do this.

Figure 3-34 Add Printer and Printer Installation/Properties

7.) Click the NEXT

button to start the Add Printer Wizard.

8.) Select the ‘Local Printer‘, deselect “Automatically install Plug and Play printer” and then click NEXT

.

Figure 3-35 Add Printer Wizard

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3-7-3 Printer Installation manually (cont’d)

9.) Select the corresponding Printer Port (e.g., Figure 3-36 = USB001) and click NEXT

Figure 3-36 Select Printer Port

10.)In the following window select the HAVE DISK

button.

.

11.)Use the BROWSE

Figure 3-37 Have Disk...

button to search the Printer Driver path (C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\xxxx).

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3-7-3 Printer Installation manually (cont’d)

Figure 3-38 Select Printer Driver path (C:\Utilities\PrinterDriver\....)

12.)Click OPEN

13.)Verify the selected Printer Driver path and confirm with OK

, select the “xxx.inf” file and click OPEN again.

.

Figure 3-39 verify selected Printer Driver path

14.)Select the manufacturer and model of your printer and confirm with the NEXT

button.

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3-7-3 Printer Installation manually (cont’d)

15.)Assign a name, decide if the printer should be used as default printer and confirm with NEXT

.

see: Figure 3-40.

Figure 3-40 Assign name and select Printer Sharing - no

16.)Select “Do not share this printer” and confirm the “Printer Sharing” window (Figure 3-40) by clicking

NEXT

.

17.)The “Complete the Add Printer Wizard” window appears on the screen.

!! NOTICE:Ver

NOTICE

Figure 3-41 Complete manual Printer Installation

18.)Complete the manual Printer Installation with the FINISH

19.)Close all open windows, close the “System Setup” with SAVE & EXIT

button.

and restart the system

(turn off and on the system).

After boot up of the system, verify the correct settings in the printer “Properties”, see: Section 3-7-4

"Adjustment of Printer Settings" on page 3-36.

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3-7-4 Adjustment of Printer Settings

1.) After system restart, touch the UTILITIES key, and then SYSTEM SETUP on the Touch Panel.

2.) Select the

3.) Enter the password SHE and click the ACCEPT

4.) Click on the PRINTER

5.) Select the desired printer from the pull-down menu and click the EDIT SETTINGS

6.) Confirm the warning message with the YES

SERVICE page. The “password window” appears automatically.

button.

button.

button.

button. The “Printer Properties” appear.

!! WARNING:

WARNINGWARNING

hp deskjet 990c

select the desired printer
from the pull-down menu

Figure 3-42 Select the desired printer

To adjust the Line printer see: Section 3-7-4-1 "HP 990cxi / HP 995c - Printer Settings" .

To adjust the Color printer see: Section 3-7-4-2 "UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD - Printer Settings" .

After each printer installation, the leakage currents have to be measured
acc. IEC 60601-1 resp. UL60601-1.

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3-7-4-1 HP 990cxi / HP 995c - Printer Settings

1.) Call up the ‘Printer Properties’; operation see: Section 3-7-4 "Adjustment of Printer Settings" .

2.) Select the

3.) Select the

GENERAL page and click the PRINTING PREFERENCES... button.

SETUP page for adjusting print quality and paper size.

“Paper type” should be set to ‘Automatic’. See left Figure 3-43.

4.) Select the

“Orientation” must

FEATURES page for adjusting ‘Two-Side Printing’ if desired.

be set to ‘Portrait’. See right Figure 3-43.

Figure 3-43 HP Printer - Settings

5.) For saving the adjusted printer settings click APPLY

6.) Select the

PORTS page and select/verify the correct USB printer port.

7.) For saving the adjusted printer settings click APPLY

and then OK.

and then OK.

Finally close the ‘Printers’ -window with the close button and exit System Setup with SAVE&EXIT

8.) Assign the HP 990cxi / HP 995c printer as Report Printer;

see: Section 3-7-5 "Remote Control Selection" on page 3-40.

9.) Print report page(s) containing measurements.

For operation see Basic User Manual of Voluson® 730Expert.

10.)Turn off the system!

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3-7-4-2 UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD - Printer Settings

1.) Call up the ‘Printer Properties’; operation see: Section 3-7-4 "Adjustment of Printer Settings" .

!! NOTICE:

NOTICE

Settings for Paper Size MUST match with the used Paper (large/small) and also the right color ink
cartridge has to be used. Otherwise you will get an error message at printing.

2.) Select the

PAPER page and select:

- Paper Size: UPC-21L (large) / UPC-21S (small)

- Orientation: Landscape (recommended when using large paper size)

- High Speed (check mark on)

Figure 3-44 Paper page

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3-7-4-2 UP-D21MD / UP-D23MD - Printer Settings (cont’d)

3.) Select the

GRAPHICS page. From the “Color Adjust” pop-up menu select:

a.) Color Balance: Cyan = 0; Magenta = 0; Yellow = 0
b.) Gamma Select: Gamma 1

Figure 3-45 Graphics page (Color Balance + Gamma Select)

c.) Color Correction: set Printer Hardware Color Correction
d.) Lightness: Sharpness = 7 or 8; Dark = 0; Gamma = -12; Light = 8

Figure 3-46 Graphics page (Color Correction + Lightness)

4.) For saving the adjusted printer settings click APPLY

and then OK.

Finally close the ‘Printers’-window with the close button and exit System Setup with SAVE&EXIT

5.) Assign the Printer to remote keys PRINT A

and/or PRINT B; see: Section 3-7-5 on page 3-40.

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3-7-5 Remote Control Selection

To assign an auxiliary device (e.g., printer) to the remote keys PRINT A and/or PRINT B, or to adjust
Foot switch, etc.:

1.) On the Touch Panel, touch UTILITIES

2.) In the Utilities menu, touch SYSTEM SETUP

3.) Select the

VCR Source

Print A

.

to invoke the setup desktop on the screen.

PERIPHERALS page.

Foot Switch
Remote
Control

Report Printer

Print B

Figure 3-47 Peripherals page

• Remote Print A: Select the desired Printer for the remote control PRINT A

• Remote Print B: Select the desired Printer for the remote control PRINT B

NOTE: Optionally the Remote Control can be done by Foot switches.

Therefore select “Print A” or “Print B” in “Foot Switch Left” or “Foot Switch Right” - section.

• Report Printer: Select the desired Report Printer from the drop-down menu.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

The selected Report Printer is usually used for printing reports and images from Sonoview.

• Foot Switch Left/Right: Select desired function of the Foot switch Left and Right.

After adjustment, click SAVE&EXIT

to save Settings and exit System Setup.

key.

key.

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Section 3-8
System Configuration

3-8-1 System Setup

Modifications of system parameters are supported by diverse dialog pages and windows on the system
setup desktop:

• General - Date, Time, Clinic Name, Language, Screen saver, etc.

• User Settings - to save User programs, 3D/4D programs, Auto Text, Doppler 2D Refresh, etc.

• Peripherals - to adjust assignment of PRINT

•Option - shows which options are installed in the system

• Service - enter the password to get access to the Service Tools functions

• Backup - Save/Load User Settings Only, Save/Load/Delete Full Backup

•Network - to set up all DICOM, Sonoview and Network configuration nodes

• System Info - shows which Software/Hardware version is installed in the system

keys, Foot Switch, selection of Save Destination, etc.

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

More detailed information pertaining System Setup adjustments is found in the Voluson® 730Expert
Basic User Manual; see: Table 9-17, “System Manuals,” on page 9-29.

3-8-1-1 To invoke the Setup procedure:

1.) Touch the UTILITIES

key on the Touch Panel.

2.) Touch the SYSTEM SETUP

In general operations are done with the trackball and the trackball keys (mouse emulation).

Trackball (mouse position):

positions the pointing device (arrow) on the desktop

left trackball key (left mouse button):

sets, fixates markers and activates pages/buttons etc. marked by the pointing device

upper trackball key (right mouse button):

no function in system desktop

key in the “Utilities” menu to activate the setup desktop screen.

right trackball key (left mouse button):

sets, fixates markers and activates pages/buttons etc. marked by the pointing device

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3-8-1-2 How to enter Date and Time

Select the

1.) Select the “Date Format” (only one can be active).

2.) Click the DATE/TIME

3.) Click the TIME FORMAT

4.) Click SAVE&EXIT

select Time Format

select Date/Time

and Time Zone

enter Clinic Name

GENERAL page in the System Setup see: Figure 3-48.

button to activate a sub dialog window to enter date, time and time zone.

button to activate a sub dialog window to choose the preferred time

format.

to save Settings and exit System Setup.

select Date Format

Display options

change Language

Exit without saving

Figure 3-48 System Setup - General page

3-8-1-3 How to enter Hospital Name

Select the

GENERAL page in the System Setup see: Figure 3-48.

1.) Select the text box to enter a new “Clinic Name” with the keyboard.

2.) Click SAVE&EXIT

to save Settings and exit System Setup.

The clinic name will be copied into the Hospital ID in the information header.

3-8-1-4 How to change Language

Select the

GENERAL page in the System Setup see: Figure 3-48.

1.) Select the desired language from the pop-up menu.

2.) Click SAVE&EXIT

to save Settings and exit System Setup.

NOTE: After changing the language the system has to reboot.

3-8-1-5 How to change Touch Panel Scheme

Select the

USER SETTING page in the System Setup.

1.) Select the desired color scheme display of the Touch Panel from the pop-up menu.

2.) Click SAVE&EXIT

to save Settings and exit System Setup.

Save Settings & Exit

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3-8-2 On-Board Optional Peripherals

Mains outlets: Mains socket ST1, ST2, ST3, ST4, ST5 for accessories.
All mains outlets are co-switched by the unit’s mains switch via built-in isolation transformer.
Output voltage for: ST1 - ST5: 115V or 230V.

!! CAUTION:

CAUTION

Modification of voltage setting only by an authorized service person!
The maximum power consumption of equipment (inclusive color video monitor) connected to
these outlets must not exceed 350VA!

Table 3-7 Approved Peripherals

Device Manufacturer Model Video Signal

B/W Video Printer SONY UP-895MD NTSC/PAL

Digital Color Video Printer

Video Cassette Recorder

Line Printer

Color Deskjet Printer (Bluetooth)

Magneto-Optical Drive (MOD) Fujitsu MCM3130AP

Global Modem Multi-Tech MT5634ZBA

ECG Preamplifier MAN6

Footswitch MFT7

SONY UP-D21MD USB-Port

SONY UP-D23MD USB-Port

SONY

Mitsubishi

Hewlett Packard hp deskjet 990cxi USB-Port

Hewlett Packard hp deskjet 995c USB-Port

Hewlett Packard HP 5600 Series USB-Port (Bluetooth)

Olivetti Olivetti Job Jet 210 USB-Port (Bluetooth)

Hewlett Packard HP 5940 USB-Port (Bluetooth)

Canon Pixma MP600 / MP610 USB-Port (Bluetooth)

SVO-9500MD

SVO-9500-MDP

HS-MD3000U
HS-MD3000E

NTSC

PAL

NTSC

PAL

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3-8-3 External I/O Connection Panel (GES)

1 2 3 4 5 6

Figure 3-49 External I/O Panel Connectors

Table 3-8 External I/O Connector Descriptions

Item Connector Name Table Number Description

1

VGA OUT

2

MODEM

3

NETWORK

4

USB-1

5

USB-2

6

COMP VIDEO OUT

Table 3-9 print out VGA signal with monitor/printer

Table 3-10 RJ-11 with global adapter kit for modem connection

Table 3-11

Table 3-12 USB-2.0 port

Table 3-12 USB-2.0 port

Table 3-13 BNC Connector, Color Video Output

DICOM input/output

twisted pair RJ-45 10/100 megabit/s

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3-8-3-1 External I/O Pin Outs

Table 3-9 VGA OUT Connector, Sub-D 15 Pin

Pin No Output Signal Description

1 VGA OUT1 R Red

2 VGA OUT1 G Green

3 VGA OUT1 B Blue

4, 9,11,12,15 N/C N/C

5, 6, 7, 8, 10 GND GND

13 VGA OUT1 HS H Sync

14 VGA OUT1 VS V Sync

Table 3-10 Modem, RJ-11 Modular 6 Pin

Pin No Output Signal Description

2 TEL L4 Telephone L4

3 TEL L2 Telephone L2

4 TEL L1 Telephone L1

5 TEL L3 Telephone L3

Others NC Non-connection

Table 3-11 Network Connector, RJ45 Modular 8 Pin

Pin No Output Signal Description

1 ETHER TD Ethernet RD+

2 ETHER TD Ethernet RD-

3 ETHER RD Ethernet TD+

6 ETHER RD Ethernet TD-

Others NC Non-connection

Table 3-12 USB 1, 2 Connectors

Pin No Output Signal Description

1 VCC USB Power Supply

2 - Data USB Data (-)

3 + Data USB Data (+)

4 GND USB Power Ground

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Table 3-13 COMP VIDEO OUT Connector

Pin No Signal Description

1 (Center Pin) Signal

2 (Coax Pin) Signal GND

Table 3-14 Footswitch Connector (located at Power Supply Module CPN - rear side)

Pin No Input Signal Description

1 Signal GND

2 right switch

3 left switch

4 not connected

3-8-4 Video Specification

Video specifications may be needed to be able to connect laser cameras or other devices to the
Voluson® 730Expert.

Table 3-15 Video Specifications VGA Connector

Timing Parameter Value

Visible Resolution

Horizontal Rate [kHz]

H Total cycle time [µs]

H Sync width [µs]

H Back Porch [µs]

normally open

normally open

not connected

800 x 600

47.20

21.20

1.50

2.94

H Active Video Time [µs]

H Front Porch [µs]

Horizontal +/-

Vertical Rate [Hz]

Vertical Total cycle time [ms]

V Sync Width [ms]

V Back Porch [ms]

V Active Video Time [ms]

V Front Porch [ms]

Dot Clock [MHz]

16.15

0.616

pos

75.00

13.30

0.170

0.276

12.68

0.174

49.54

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3-8-4-1 Electrical Specifications on VGA Connector

• Signal Level: 700 mV at 75 Ohm

• H/V Sync: TTL Level

Table 3-16 Video Specifications for Composite, Video Connector

S-Video Output set to:

Timing Parameter

Visible Resolution

Pixel Clock

Horizontal Total Line

Horizontal Active Display

Horizontal Front Porch

Horizontal Sync Width

Horizontal Back Porch

Vertical Total Lines

Vertical Active Lines

Vertical Front Porch

Vertical Sync

Vertical Back Porch

Serration Pulses

Interlaced

Aspect Ratio pixel size

PAL

50Hz

800 x 600 800 x 600

17.734475 MHz = 4* ft 14.318 MHz = 4* ft

64µs / 1135 Pixel 63.56µs / 910 Pixel

50.50µs / 902 Pixel 52.50µs / 752 Pixel

1.96µs / 35 Pixel 1.62µs / 23 Pixel

4.62µs / 82 Pixel 4.68µs / 67 Pixel

6.52µs / 116 Pixel 4.76µs / 68 Pixel

20ms / 312.50 Lines 16.68ms / 262.50 Lines

18.18ms / 284 Lines 15.22ms / 239.50 Lines

256us 4 Lines 381us / 6 Lines

160us / 2.50 Lines 190us 7 3 Lines

1408us / 22 Lines 890us / 14 Lines

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yes yes

14.75 (H) : 17.734475 (V) 14.75 (H) : 14.318 (V)

NTSC

60Hz

Video levels on 75 Ohm:

white level

black level

blanking level

sync level*

Section 3-9
Available Probes

See Chapter 9 - Probes, for part numbers to be used when ordering new or replacement service probes.

Section 3-10
Software/Option Configuration

For description refer to:

• Section 3-8-1 "System Setup" on page 3-41

NOTICE

!! NOTICE:

More detailed information pertaining System Setup and Measure Setup adjustments is found in the
Voluson® 730Expert Basic User Manual, which is available in different languages.

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370mV 370mV

320mV 320mV

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Section 3-11
Network IP Address Configuration

NOTE: Following Information must be provided by customer or hospital engineer before you can start:

A Station name, AE Title, IP address and Port Number for the Voluson® 730Expert.
The IP addresses for the default gateway and other routers at the site for ROUTING INFORMATION.
Only if necessary (e.g. for Internet access).

1.) Touch the UTILITIES

2.) Select SYSTEM SETUP

3.) Click the NETWORK CONFIGURATION

4.) The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” dialog page appears.

key on the Touch Panel once to display the Utilities menu.

and open the NETWORK page on the System Setup desktop screen.

button, read the message and confirm with YES.

click Network Configuration button, read
message and afterwards confirm with Yes

Figure 3-50 Network Configuration

You can get IP settings assigned automatically if
your network supports this capability.

You need to ask your network administrator for
the appropriate settings.

Type in:

• IP address

• Subnet mask

• Default gateway

NOTE:This example shows fictional numbers!

Figure 3-51 Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)

To specify a DICOM Address, follow the instructions of described in the Basic User Manual,
Chapter 17 of the Voluson® 730Expert.

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3-11-1 Map Network Drive

1.) Select the MAP NETWORK DRIVE button (in the System Setup - Network page, see: Figure 3-50)

to open a dialog where the system can be connected to a shared network drive of another server.

Figure 3-52 Map Network Drive window

2.) Enter the name of the shared network folder in the „Network Folder Name“ field.

3.) Supply a valid user name and a password for this folder.

NOTE: If you check the „Automatic Reconnect“ box, the system tries to establish the connection

again when starting up.
Otherwise, the connection must be re-established manually after a shutdown or reboot.

!! NOTICE:

!! NOTICE:

!! WARNING:

NOTICE

NOTICE

WARNINGWARNING

4.) Select the CONNECT

If successful, the DISCONNECT

If there is an error during the connection, a warning message appears inside the dialog.
In this case, please verify the data in the dialog.

If there already is a connection to the remote server, the CONNECT button is grayed.
To change the existing connection, first click on DISCONNECT

Please make sure that the server you are connecting to is trustworthy and reliable.
For details, contact your local system administrator.

button to establish the connection to the remote machine.

button becomes active.

and then enter the new settings.

If you backup Sonoview data to this server, all the patients’ demographic data will be
copied to this server!

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Section 3-12
Connectivity Setup Worksheet

Site System Information

Site:

Dept:

Serial #:

CONTACT INFORMATION

Name Title

Type:

TCP/IP Settings

Name - AE Title:

Floor:

Room:

REV:

Phone E-Mail Address

Comments:

IP Settings

IP Address:

Subnet Mask:

Default Gateway:

Services (Destination Devices)

Device Type

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Manufacturer

Name

Remote Archive Setup

Remote Archive IP:

Remote Archive Name:

IP Address

Port

AE Title

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