Samsung HS70A Ultrasound - Service Manual
Samsung HS70A Ultrasound - Service Manual
Samsung HS70A Ultrasound - Service Manual
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HS70A
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Safety Requirements
■ Classifications
■ Declarations
CSA mark with the indicators “C” and “US” means
that the product is certified for both the U.S. and
Canadian markets, to the applicable U.S. and
Canadian standards.
Read this service manual to familiarize yourself thoroughly with repair procedures
and important safety information before attempting to service the product.
■ Refer to this service manual when you are servicing the product. Please
familiarize yourself with the safety precautions in 'Chapter 1. Safety' and
'Chapter 4. Maintenance' in particular.
■ This product is an ultrasound diagnosis device and cannot be used for other
purposes.
■ This product may only be serviced by a service engineer of Samsung Medison
or an authorized engineer. Samsung Medison is not responsible for any
problems caused by an unauthorized person servicing the product.
■ The manufacturer is not responsible for any damage to this product caused by
user carelessness and/or neglect.
■ The content of this service manual is subject to change without prior notice.
■ Products that are not manufactured by Samsung Medison are indicated with the
trademarks of their respective owners.
■ The following terms are used to highlight safety precautions that the user must
be aware of:
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. Safety
Purpose of Use ....................................................................................................................... 2
Contraindications ............................................................................................................. 2
Symbols ........................................................................................................................... 6
LABEL.............................................................................................................................. 6
Electrical Safety...................................................................................................................... 7
ECG-related Information.................................................................................................. 10
ESD ................................................................................................................................. 10
EMI .................................................................................................................................. 11
EMC ................................................................................................................................. 12
Chapter 2. Introduction
Product Specifications .......................................................................................................... 2
Peripheral Devices........................................................................................................... 18
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Probes ............................................................................................................................. 21
Accessories ..................................................................................................................... 22
General ........................................................................................................................... 12
Display............................................................................................................................. 20
Annotate .......................................................................................................................... 24
Network ........................................................................................................................... 35
Options ............................................................................................................................ 49
Overview .......................................................................................................................... 7
PC Part ............................................................................................................................ 9
PSA.................................................................................................................................. 10
CW Board ........................................................................................................................ 18
PC Part .................................................................................................................................... 26
PC Module ....................................................................................................................... 26
Power Supply................................................................................................................... 30
Monitor ............................................................................................................................. 35
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting
Power Issues .......................................................................................................................... 2
Monitor.................................................................................................................................... 4
Image....................................................................................................................................... 6
Preparation ...................................................................................................................... 2
Chapter 9. Probes
Probe ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Information Maintenance....................................................................................................... 6
Software........................................................................................................................... 6
Safety
Purpose of Use ........................................................................................................... 2
Restrictions ............................................................................................................................... 2
Mechanical Safety..................................................................................................... 20
Purpose of Use
Ultrasound diagnostic system and probes were designed for obtaining ultrasound images and
analyzing human blood. The clinical applications include:
Restrictions
This product must not be used for ophthalmological applications, or any other use that involves the
ultrasound beam passing through the eye.
Safety Information
Please read the following safety information before using this product. This provides explanation
about the ultrasound system, the probes, the recording devices, and any of the optional
equipment.
This product is intended for use by, or by the order of, and under the supervision of, a licensed
physician who is qualified for direct use of medical devices.
Please use the 3D ultrasound diagnostic imaging system for appropriate purposes only, since
using it for non-diagnostic purposes such as recording videos of the fetus may adversely affect
the fetus.
Safety Symbols
The International Electro Technical Commission (IEC) has established a set of symbols for
medical electronic equipment, which classify a connection or warn of potential hazards. The
classifications and symbols are shown below.
Symbols Description
Symbols Description
Power on/off
Power on
Power off
Equipotentiality
Symbols Description
Input port
Output port
ECG port
USB port
Network port
Microphone port
Probe port
Symbols Description
Be mindful of the space. Do not place a finger, and or any part of your
body in the space.
LABEL
Phrases containing the words ‘warning’ and/or ‘caution’ are displayed on the product’s surface
in order to protect it.
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Electrical Safety
This equipment is categorized as a Class I device with Type BF or Type CF (ECG) applied parts.
Additional equipment connected to medical electrical equipment must comply with the pertinent
IEC standards (e.g. IEC 60950/EN 60950 for data processing equipment, IEC 60601-1/EN
60601-1 for medical devices). Furthermore, all components of the product shall comply with the
requirements for medical electrical systems IEC 60601-1-1/EN 60601-1-1. Any person
connecting additional equipment to the signal input and output ports of medical electrical
equipment must verify that the equipment complies with IEC 60601-1-1/EN 60601-1-1.
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■ Electric shocks may result if this system, including all of its externally
mounted recording and monitoring devices, is not properly grounded.
■ Never open the cover of the product. Hazardously high voltage flows
through the product. All internal adjustments and replacements must
be made by a qualified Samsung Medison Customer Service
Department.
■ Always check the product's casing, cables, cords, and plugs for
damage before using the product. Disconnect and do not use the
power source if the face is cracked, chipped, torn, the housing is
damaged, or if the cable is abraded.
■ Always disconnect the system from the wall outlet prior to cleaning it.
WARNING
■ All patient contact devices, such as probes and ECG leads, must be
removed from the patient prior to the application of a high voltage
defibrillation pulse.
■ The system has been designed for 100-240VAC; you should select the
input voltage of any connected printer and VCR. Prior to connecting a
peripheral power cord, verify that the voltage indicated on the power
cord matches the voltage rating of the peripheral device.
■ The auxiliary socket outlets installed on this system are rated 100-
240VAC, with a maximum total load of 150VA. Only use these outlets
for supplying power to equipment that is intended to be part of the
ultrasound system. Do not connect additional multiple-socket outlets or
extension cords to the system.
■ Do not connect any peripheral devices not listed in this manual to the
auxiliary socket outlets of the system. It may cause an electrical hazard.
ECG-Related Information
■ This product does not support ECG monitoring. Therefore, it will not
recognize incompatible ECG signals.
■ Do not use the ECG electrodes of HF surgical equipment. Any
malfunctions in the HF surgical equipment may result in burns to the
WARNING patient.
■ Do not use ECG electrodes during cardiac pacemaker procedures or
other electrical stimulators.
■ Do not use ECG leads and electrodes in an operating room.
ESD
EMI
This product complies with EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) standards. However, using the
system inside an electromagnetic field can lower the quality of ultrasound images and even
damage the product.
If this occurs often, Samsung Medison suggests a review of the environment in which the
system is being used, to identify possible sources of radiated emissions. These emissions could
be from other electrical devices used within the same room or an adjacent room.
Communication devices, such as cellular phones and pagers, can cause these emissions. The
existence of radios, TVs, or microwave transmission equipment nearby can also cause
interference.
EMC
Testing of the EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) of this system has been performed
according to the international standard for EMC with medical devices (IEC 60601-1-2). This IEC
standard was adopted in Europe as the European norm (EN 60601-1-2).
This product is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The
customer or the user of this product should assure that it is used in such an environment.
RF Emission
Class A
CISPR 11
The Ultrasound System is suitable for use in all
Harmonic Emission establishments other than domestic and those directly
Class A connected to the public low-voltage power supply
IEC 61000-3-2 network that supplies buildings used for domestic
purposes.
Flicker Emission
Complies
IEC 61000-3-3
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Cable
Probe
The image probe used with this product may affect its emission. The probe listed in
‘Chapter 5. Probes’ when used with this product, have been tested to comply with the
group1 Class A emission as required by International Standard CISPR 11.
Peripherals
<5% Uт for 0.5 cycles <5%Uт for 0.5 cycles Mains power quality should
(>95% dip in Uт) (>95% dip in Uт) be that of a typical
Voltage dips,
commercial or hospital
short
40% Uт for 5 cycles 40% Uт for 5 cycles environment. If the user of
interruptions and
(60% dip in Uт) (60% dip in Uт) this product requires
voltage variations
continued operation during
on power supply
70% Uт for 25 cycles 70% Uт for 25 cycles power mains interruptions, it
input lines
(30% dip in Uт) (30% dip in Uт) is recommended that this
product be powered from an
IEC 61000-4-11
<5% Uт for 5 s <5%Uт for 5 s uninterruptible power supply
(<95% dip in Uт) (<95% dip in Uт) or a battery.
Conducted RF 3Vrms
IEC 61000-4-6 150kHz 3V Portable and mobile RF communications
~ 80MHz equipment should be used no closer to any
part of the Ultrasound System, including
cables, than the recommended separation
distance. This is calculated using the equation
applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
80MHz to 800MHz
800MHz to 2.5GHz
a
Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio, (cellular/cordless) telephones
and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcasts and TV broadcasts cannot be
predicted with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an
electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength, in the location in
which the Ultrasound System is used, exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the
Ultrasound System should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is
observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the Ultrasound
System or using a shielded location with a higher RF shielding effectiveness and filter attenuation.
b
IOver the frequency range 150kHz to 80MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.
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For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation
distance d in meters (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the
transmitter, where p is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W), according to
the transmitter’s manufacturer.
NOTE 1) At 80MHz and 800MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.
NOTE 2) These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected
by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
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It is essential that the actual shielding effectiveness and filter attenuation of the shielded
location be verified to assure that they meet the minimum specification.
2. RF energy from RF transmitting equipment such as portable phones, hand-held radios, wireless
devices, commercial radio and TV, and so on.
3. Conducted interference on power lines or connected cables caused by other equipment, such as
switching power supplies, electrical controls, and natural phenomena such as lightning.
A medical device can either generate or receive electromagnetic interference. The EMC
standards describe tests for both emitted and received interference.
The Ultrasound System is designed to receive signals at radio frequency and is therefore
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- Does the interference show up only with one transducer operating at the same
frequency or with several transducers?
- Do two different transducers operating at the same frequency have the same problem?
- Is the interference present if the system is moved to a different location in the facility?
The answers to these questions will help to determine if the problem resides with the
system or the scanning environment. After you answer this question, contact your local
Samsung Medison customer service representative.
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Mechanical Safety
The product weighs more than 100kg. Be extra careful when transporting
WARNING it. Careless transportation of the product may result in product damage or
personal injury.
Before transporting the product, check that the wheel brakes are unlocked. Also, make
sure to retract the monitor arm completely, so that it is secured in a stationary position.
Always use the handles at the back of the console and move the product slowly.
This product is designed to resist shocks. However, excessive shock, for example – if the
product falls over, may cause serious damage.
If the product does not work properly after transfer, please contact the Samsung Medison
Service Department.
▐The Brakes
You can use the brakes to control the movement of the product. The brakes are mounted
on each wheel of the main body with interlinked on/off buttons. This is how you engage or
release the brakes:
- Engaged: To engage the brakes, press the On button with your foot. The Off button will
rise.
- Released: To release the brakes, press the Off button with your foot. The On button will
rise.
We recommend that you lock the brakes when using the product.
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▐Precautions on Ramps
Always make sure that the control panel is facing the direction of movement.
When moving the product down a ramp or resting it temporarily on a ramp, the product may
tilt over even with the brakes on depending on the direction the product is facing. Do not
leave the product on ramps.
Safety Notes
■ Check the operational safety when using the product after a prolonged
break in service.
■ Make sure that other objects, such as pieces of metal, do not enter the
system.
For detailed information on cleaning and disinfecting the product, refer to ‘Chapter 4.
Maintenance‘.
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■ Do not press on the control panel with excessive force or lean against it.
CAUTION
■ Do not sit on the control panel or apply too much pressure to it.
When adjusting the control panel’s height or position, be mindful of the space between the
panel and the lift. Having your fingers, or other body parts, caught in it may result in injury.
When using the handle of the control panel, be mindful of the space between the handle
and the keyboard. The keyboard may pop up and hit your hand.
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Biological Safety
For safety instructions concerning probes and biopsies, refer to HS70A User Manual.
■ Ultrasound waves may have damaging effects on cells and, therefore, may
be harmful to the patient. If there is no medical benefit, minimize the
exposure time and maintain the ultrasound wave output level at low. Please
refer to the ALARA principle.
■ Do not use the system if an error message appears on the video display
indicating that a hazardous condition exists. Note the error code, turn off the
WARNING power to the system, and call Samsung Medison customer service
department.
■ Do not use a system that exhibits erratic or inconsistent functioning.
Discontinuities in the scanning sequence are indicative of a hardware failure
that should be corrected before use.
■ The system limits the maximum contact temperature to 43 degrees Celsius,
and the ultrasonic wave output observes American FDA regulations.
ALARA Principle
Guidance for the use of diagnostic ultrasound is defined by the ”(As Low As Reasonably Achievable)
(ALARA) principle. The decision as to what is reasonable has been left to the judgment and insight of
qualified personnel. No set of rules can be formulated that would be sufficiently complete to dictate the
correct response to every circumstance. By keeping ultrasound exposure as low as possible, while
Since the threshold for diagnostic ultrasound bioeffects is undetermined, it is the sonographer’s
responsibility to control the total energy transmitted into the patient. The sonographer must reconcile
exposure time with diagnostic image quality. To ensure diagnostic image quality and limit exposure time,
the Ultrasound System provides controls that can be manipulated during the exam to optimize the results.
The ability of the user to abide by the ALARA principle is important. Advances in diagnostic ultrasound, not
only in the technology but also in its applications, have resulted in the need for increased and improved
information to guide the user. The output indices are designed to provide that important information.
There are a number of variables, which affect the way in which the output display indices can be used to
implement the ALARA principle. These variables include mass, body size, location of the bone relative to
the focal point, attenuation in the body, and ultrasound exposure time. Exposure time is an especially
useful variable, because the user controls it. The ability to limit the index values over time supports the
ALARA principle.
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▐Applying ALARA
The system imaging mode used depends upon the information needed. 2D-mode and M-mode imaging
provide anatomical information, while Doppler, Power, and Color imaging provide information about
blood flow. Scanned modes, like 2D-mode, Power, or Color, disperse or scatter the ultrasonic energy
over an area, while an unscanned mode, like M-mode or Doppler, concentrate the ultrasonic energy.
Understanding the nature of the imaging mode being used allows the sonographer to apply the ALARA
principle with informed judgment. The probe frequency, system set-up values, scanning techniques, and
operator experience aid the sonographer in meeting the ALARA principle. The decision as to the amount
of acoustic output is, in the final analysis, up to the system operator. This decision must be based on the
following factors: type of patient, type of exam, patient history, ease or difficulty of obtaining
diagnostically useful information, and the potential localized heating of the patient due to probe surface
temperatures. Prudent use of the system occurs when patient exposure is limited to the lowest index
reading for the shortest amount of time necessary to achieve acceptable diagnostic results.
Although a high index reading does not mean that a biological effect is actually occurring, it should be
taken seriously. Every effort should be made to reduce the possible effects of a high index reading.
There are several system controls that the operator can use to adjust the image quality and limit the
acoustic intensity. These controls are related to the techniques that an operator might use to implement
ALARA and can be divided into three categories: direct, indirect, and receiver control.
▐Direct Controls
Application selection and the output intensity control directly affect acoustic intensity. There are different
ranges of allowable intensity or output depending on your selection. Selecting the correct range of
acoustic intensity for the application is one of the first things required during any exam. For example,
peripheral vascular intensity levels are not recommended for fetal exams. Some systems automatically
select the proper range for a particular procedure, while others require manual selection. Ultimately, the
user bears the responsibility for proper clinical use. Samsung Medison systems provide both
automatic and user-definable settings.
Output has direct impact on acoustic intensity. Once the application has been established, the output
control can be used to increase or decrease the output intensity. The output control allows you to select
intensity levels less than the defined maximum. Prudent use dictates that you select the lowest output
▐Indirect Controls
The indirect controls are those that have an indirect effect on acoustic intensity. These controls affect
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imaging mode, pulse repetition frequency, focus depth, pulse length, and probe selection.
The choice of imaging mode determines the nature of the ultrasound beam. 2D-mode is a scanning
mode, Doppler is a stationary or unscanned mode. A stationary ultrasound beam concentrates energy
on a single location. A moving or scanned ultrasound beam disperses the energy over a wide area and
the beam is only concentrated on a given area for a fraction of the time that is necessary in unscanned
mode.
Pulse repetition frequency or rate refers to the number of ultrasound bursts of energy over a specific
period of time. The higher the pulse repetition frequency, the more pulses of energy in a given period of
time. Several controls affect pulse repetition frequency: focal depth, display depth, sample volume depth,
The focus of the ultrasound beam affects the image resolution. To maintain or increase resolution at a
different focus requires a variation of output over the focal zone. This variation of output is a function of
system optimization. Different exams require different focal depths. Setting the focus to the proper depth
Pulse length is the time during which the ultrasonic burst is turned on. The longer the pulse, the greater
the time-average intensity value. The greater the time-average intensity, the greater the likelihood of
temperature increase and cavitations. Pulse length, burst length or pulse duration is the output pulse
duration in pulsed Doppler. Increasing the Doppler sample volume, increases the pulse length.
Probe selection affects intensity indirectly. Tissue attenuation changes with frequency. The higher the
probe operating frequency, the greater the attenuation of the ultrasonic energy. Higher probe operating
frequencies require higher output intensity to scan at an increased depth. To scan deeper at the same
output intensity, a lower probe frequency is required. Using more gain and output beyond a point,
without corresponding increases in image quality, can mean that a lower frequency probe is needed.
Receiver Controls
Receiver controls are used by the operator to improve image quality. These controls have no
effect on output. Receiver controls only affect how the ultrasound echo is received. These
controls include gain, TGC, dynamic range, and image processing. The important thing to
remember, relative to output, is that receiver controls should be optimized before increasing
output. For example; before increasing output, optimize gain to improve image quality.
▐Additional Considerations
Ensure that scanning time is kept to a minimum, and ensure that only medically required scanning is
performed. Never compromise quality by rushing through an exam. A poor exam will require a follow-
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up, which ultimately increases the time. Diagnostic ultrasound is an important tool in medicine, and,
thermal index consists of the following indices: soft tissue (TIs), bone (TIb) and cranial bone (TIc). One
of these three thermal indices will be displayed at all times. Which one depends upon the system’s
The mechanical index is continuously displayed over the range of 0.0 to 1.9, in increments of 0.1. The
thermal index consists of the three indices, and only one of these is displayed at any one time. Each
probe application has a default selection that is appropriate for that combination. The TIb or TIs is
continuously displayed over the range of 0.0 to the maximum output, based on the probe and
The application-specific nature of the default setting is also an important factor of index behavior. The
default setting is a system control state, which is preset by the manufacturer or the operator. The
system has default index settings for the probe application. The default settings are invoked
automatically by the Ultrasound System when power is turned on, new patient data is entered into the
system database, or a change in application takes place. The decision as to which of the three
Appropriate index for the application: TIs is used for imaging soft tissue; and TIb for a focus at or near
bone.Some factors might create artificially high or low thermal index readings, e.g. the presence of
fluid or bone, or the flow of blood. A highly attenuating tissue path, for example, will cause the
potential for local zone heating to be less than the thermal index displays.
Scanned modes versus unscanned modes of operation affect the thermal index. For scanned modes,
heating tends to be near the surface; for unscanned modes, the potential for heating tends to be
Always limit ultrasound exposure time but do not rush the exam. Ensure that the indices are kept to a
minimum and that exposure time is limited without compromising diagnostic sensitivity.
Mechanical bioeffects are threshold phenomena that occur when a certain level of output is
exceeded. The threshold level varies, however, with the type of tissue. The potential for
mechanical biological effects varies with peak pressure and ultrasound frequency. The MI
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accounts for these two factors. The higher the MI value, the greater the likelihood of mechanical
bioeffects occurring. However, there is no specific MI value that means that a mechanical
bioeffect will actually occur. The MI should be used as a guide for implementing the ALARA
principle.
The TI informs the user about the potential for temperature increase occurring at the body surface,
within body tissue, or at the point of focus of the ultrasound beam on bone. The TI is an estimate
of the temperature increase in specific body tissues. The actual amount of any temperature rise is
influenced by factors such as tissue type, vascularity, mode of operation, etc. The TI should be
The bone thermal index (TIb) informs the user about potential heating at or near the focus, after
the ultrasound beam has passed through soft tissue or fluid, for example, at or near second or
third trimester fetal bone. The cranial bone thermal index (TIc) informs the user about the
potential heating of bone at or near the surface of, for example, cranial bone. The soft tissue
thermal index (TIs) informs the user about the potential for heating within soft homogeneous
You can select TI Display in Utility > Setup > Display > Display.
The mechanical and thermal indices on the system are precise to 0.1 units.
The MI and TI display accuracy estimates for the system are given in the Acoustic Output Tables
manual. These accuracy estimates are based on the various range of probes and systems,
inherent acoustic output modeling errors, and measurement variation, as described below.
The displayed values should be interpreted as relative information to help the system operator
achieve the ALARA principle through prudent use of the system. The values should not be
interpreted as actual physical values from investigated tissue or organs. The initial data that is
used to support the output display is derived from laboratory measurements based on the AIUM
measurement standard. The measurements are then put into algorithms for calculating the
Many of the assumptions used in the process of measurement and calculation are conservative in
nature. Over-estimation of actual in situ exposure, for the vast majority of tissue paths, is built into
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the measurement and calculation process. For example, the measured water tank values are
Conservative values for tissue characteristics were selected for use in the TI models. Conservative
values for tissue or bone absorption rates, blood perfusion rates, blood heat capacity, and tissue
A steady state temperature rise is assumed in the industry standard TI models, and the
assumption is made that the ultrasound probe is held steady in one position long enough for a
A number of factors are considered when estimating the accuracy of display values: hardware
variations, algorithm accuracy estimation and measurement variation. Variation among probes
and systems is a significant factor. Probe variability results from piezoelectric crystal efficiencies,
Differences in the system pulse voltage control and efficiencies are also a contributor to variability.
There are inherent uncertainties in the algorithms used for estimating acoustic output values over
the range of possible system operating conditions and pulse voltages. Inaccuracies in laboratory
The conservative assumptions of the output estimation algorithms of linear propagation, at all
depths, through a 0.3dB/cm-MHz attenuated medium are not taken into account in calculation of
the accuracy estimate displayed. Neither linear propagation, nor uniform attenuation at the
0.3dB/cm-MHz rate, occur in water tank measurements or in most tissue paths in the body. In the
body, different tissues and organs have dissimilar attenuation characteristics. In water, there is
almost no attenuation. In the body, and particularly in water tank measurements, non-linear
The display accuracy estimates take into account the varying ranges of probes and systems,
inherent acoustic output modeling errors, and measurement variations. Display accuracy estimates
are not based on errors in, or caused by measuring according to, the AIUM measurement
standards. They are also independent of the effects of non-linear loss on the measured values.
as the POWER control is adjusted; however, other system controls will affect the on-screen output
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values.
Power
Power controls the system acoustic output. Two real-time output values are on the screen: a TI
In combined modes, such as simultaneous Color, 2D-mode and pulsed Doppler, the individual
modes each add to the total TI. One mode will be the dominant contributor to this total. The
displayed MI will be from the mode with the largest peak pressure.
▐2D-mode Controls
2D-Mode Size
Narrowing the sector angle may increase the frame rate. This action will increase the TI. Pulse
voltage may be automatically adjusted down via software controls to keep the TI below the
Zoom
Increasing the zoom magnification may increase the frame rate. This action will increase the TI.
The number of focal zones may also increase automatically to improve resolution. This action
may change the MI, since the peak intensity can occur at a different depth.
Persistence
A lower persistence will decrease the TI. Pulse voltage may be automatically increased. An
Focal no.
More focal zones may change both the TI and MI by changing the frame rate or focal depth
automatically. Lower frame rates decrease the TI. The MI displayed will correspond to the zone
Focus
Changing the focal depth will change the MI. Generally, higher MI values will occur when the focal
Increasing the color sensitivity may increase the TI. More time is spent scanning for color images.
Narrower color sector width will increase color frame rate and the TI will increase. The system
may automatically decrease pulse voltage to stay below the system maximum. A decrease in
pulse voltage will decrease the MI. If pulsed Doppler is also enabled, then pulsed Doppler will
Deeper color sector depth may automatically decrease color frame rate or change color focal zone
or color pulse length. The TI will change due to the combination of these effects. Generally, the TI
will decrease with increased color sector depth. MI will correspond to the peak intensity of the
dominant pulse type, which is a color pulse. However, if pulsed Doppler is also enabled then pulsed
Doppler will remain the dominant mode and the TI change will be small.
Scale
Using the SCALE control to increase the color velocity range may increase the TI. The system will
automatically adjust pulse voltage to stay below the system maximums. A decrease in pulse
Sec Width
A narrower 2D-mode sector width in Color imaging will increase color frame rate. The TI will
increase and the MI will not change. If pulsed Doppler is also enabled, then pulsed Doppler will
M-Mode and Doppler sweep speed adjustments will not affect the MI. When M-Mode sweep
Use of combination modes affects both the TI and MI through the combination of pulse types.
During simultaneous mode, the TI is additive. During auto-update and duplex, the TI will display
the dominant pulse type. The displayed MI will be from the mode with the largest peak pressure.
When Doppler sample volume depth is increased, the Doppler PRF may automatically decrease.
A decrease in PRF will decrease the TI. The system may also automatically decrease the pulse
voltage to remain below the system maximum. A decrease in pulse voltage will decrease the MI.
When a new imaging mode is selected, both the TI and the MI will change to default settings.
Each mode has a corresponding pulse repetition frequency and maximum intensity point. In
combined or simultaneous modes, the TI is the sum of the contribution from the modes enabled
and the MI is for the focal zone and mode with the largest derated intensity. If a mode is turned
off and then reselected, the system will return to the previously selected settings.
Probes
Each probe model available has unique specifications for contact area, beam shape, and center
frequency. Defaults are initialized when you select a probe. Factory defaults vary with probe,
application, and selected mode. Defaults have been chosen below the FDA limits for intended
use.
Depth
An increase in 2D-mode depth will automatically decrease the 2D-mode frame rate. This would
decrease the TI. The system may also automatically choose a deeper 2D-mode focal depth. A
change of focal depth may change the MI. The MI displayed is that of the zone with the largest
peak intensity.
Application
Acoustic output defaults are set when you select an application. Factory defaults vary with
probe, application, and mode. Defaults have been chosen below the FDA limits for intended
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use.
- AIUM Report, January 28, 1993, “Bioeffects and Safety of Diagnostic Ultrasound”
- Bioeffects Considerations for the Safety of Diagnostic Ultrasound, J Ultrasound Med., Sept.
1998: Vol. 7, No. 9 Supplement
- Acoustic Output Measurement Standard for Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment. (AIUM, NEMA.
1998)
- Acoustic Output Labeling Standard for Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment (AIUM, 1998)
- Second Edition of the AIUM Output Display Standard Brochure, Dated March 10, 1994. (A copy
of this document is shipped with each system.)
- Information for Manufacturer Seeking Marketing Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems
and Transducers. FDA. September 1997. FDA.
- Standard for Real-Time Display of Thermal and Mechanical Acoustic Output Indices on
Diagnostic Ultrasound Equipment. (Revision 1, AIUM, NEMA. 1998)
- WFUMB. Symposium on Safety of Ultrasound in Medicine: Conclusions and Recommendations
on Thermal and Non-Thermal Mechanisms for Biological Effects of Ultrasound, Ultrasound in
Medicine and Biology, 1998: Vol. 24, Supplement1.
ultrasound exposure have been studied by various scientific and medical institutions. In October 1987,
the American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine (AIUM) ratified a report prepared by its Bioeffects
Committee (Bioeffect Considerations for the Safety of Diagnostic Ultrasound, J Ultrasound Med., Sept.
1988: Vol.7, No.9 Supplement), sometimes referred to as the Stowe Report, which reviewed available
data on possible effects of ultrasound exposure. Another report, “Bioeffects and Safety of Diagnostic
The acoustic output for this system has been measured and calculated in accordance with the
December 1985 “510 (K) Guide for Measuring and Reporting Acoustic Output of Diagnostic
Ultrasound Medical Devices,” except that the hydrophone meets the requirements of “Acoustic Output
measurements represent a worst case value. Biological tissue does absorb acoustic energy. The true
value of the intensity at any point depends on the amount and type of tissue and the frequency of the
ultrasound that passes through the tissue. The intensity value in the tissue, In Situ has been estimated
Since the ultrasonic path during an examination is likely to pass through varying lengths and types of
tissue, it is difficult to estimate the true In Situ intensity. An attenuation factor of 0.3 is used for general
reporting purposes. Therefore, the In Situvalue which is commonly reported uses the formula:
Since this value is not the true in situ intensity, the term “de-rated” is used.
The maximum derated and the maximum water values do not always occur at the same operating
condition. Therefore, the reported maximum water and derated values may not be related to the In Situ
(derated) formula. For example, a multi-zone array transducer that has maximum water value intensities
in its deepest zone: The same transducer may have its largest derated intensity in one of its shallowest
focal zones.
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The Acoustic Measurement Precision and Acoustic Measurement Uncertainty are described below.
Systematic Uncertainties
For the pulse intensity integral, derated rarefaction pressure, Pr.3, Center frequency and pulse
Spatial averaging.
Alignment errors.
- Noise.
The systematic uncertainties of acoustic power measurements using a radiation force are measured
We also refer to a September 1993 analysis done by a working group of the IEC technical committee 87
The document includes analysis and discussion of the sources of error/measurement effects due to:
Extrapolation to the moment of switching the ultrasonic transducer (compensation for ringing and
thermal drift).
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Target imperfections.
Target misalignment.
Water temperature.
Plane-wave assumption.
Environmental influences.
The overall findings of the analysis give a rough Acoustic Power accuracy figure of ±10% for the frequency
range of 1 – 10 MHz.
▐Training
The users of this ultrasound system must familiarize themselves with the ultrasound system to
optimize the performance of the device and to detect possible malfunctions. It is recommended that all
users receive proper training before using the device. You can receive training on the use of the
product from the Samsung Medison service department, or any of the customer support centers
worldwide.
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Environmental Protection
■ For disposing of the system or accessories that have come to the end of
their service life, contact the vendor or follow appropriate disposal
procedures.
CAUTION ■ You are responsible for complying with the relevant regulations for
disposing of wastes.
Introduction
Specifications ................................................................................ 2
Product Configuration .................................................................. 5
Monitor ............................................................................................................. 7
Control Panel ................................................................................................... 9
Console .......................................................................................................... 17
Peripheral Devices ......................................................................................... 19
Probes............................................................................................................ 22
Accessories.................................................................................................... 23
Optional Functions ......................................................................................... 24
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Specifications
2D Mode
M Mode
Color Doppler
Pulsed Wave (PW) Spectral Doppler
Continuous Wave (CW) Spectral Doppler
Tissue Doppler Imaging (TDI)
Tissue Doppler Wave (TDW)
Imaging Modes
Power Doppler (PD)
Directional Power Doppler (S-Flow)
Color M Mode
Anatomical M Mode
3D imaging Mode
4D imaging Mode
ElastoScan Mode
Linear Array
L3-12A, LA3-16A, LA3-16AI, LA2-9A, LA4-18B
Convex
CA1-7A, CA2-8A, CF4-9, CA3-10A, CA2-9A
Endocavity
E3-12A, VR5-9, EA2-11B
Probes Phased Array
(Type BF/IPX7) PA3-8B, PE2-4, PA4-12B, PA1-5A
3D
CV1-8A, LV3-14A, V5-9
CW
CW4.0, CW6.0, DP2B, DP8B
TEE
MMPT3-7
Main Monitor
23 inch Full HD LCD monitor (LED Backlight unit, hereafter referred to as “LCD
Monitor monitor”)
Touch Screen Monitor
10.1 inch LCD monitor (LED Backlight unit, hereafter referred to as “LCD monitor”)
Audio out
Microphone in
External Trigger out
Rear Panel
External monitor DVI-I
Input/Output
Network
Connections
USB
S-VHS Video out
Composite Video out
Electrical
100-240V~, 1100VA, 50/60Hz
Parameters
OB, Gynecology, Cardiac, Vascular, Fetal Heart, Urology, Abdomen, Small Parts,
Measurement MSK, TCD, Pediatric Hips
Packages
* Refer to ‘Chapter 9. Measurements and Calculations’ for additional information
Frame average
Signal Edge enhancement/blurring
Processing Gamma-scale windowing
(Post- Image orientation (left/right, up/down, and rotation)
Processing) White on black/black on white
Zoom
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Operating: 30 – 75%
Humidity Limits
Storage & Shipping: 20 – 90%
Product Configuration
This product consists of the monitor, the control panel, the console, the peripheral devices, and
the probes.
Monitor
Monitor arm
DVD drive
Speaker
Control panel
Probe holder
Keyboard
Lift
USB port
CW probe port
Probe port
Air filter
Brake
Wheels
Touch panel
Gel Warmer (Option)
① Handle
② Storage compartments
③ Ventilation
④ Rear panel
⑤ Cable holder
⑥ Power connection part
⑦ ID Label
Monitor
Ultrasound images and other information are displayed on the color LCD monitor.
▌ Screen Layout
The monitor displays ultrasound images, operation menus and a variety of other information.
As shown in the image below, the screen consists of ① Title Area, ② Preset Change and
Ez Exam+ Area ③ Image Area, ④ Thumbnail Area, ⑤ User Information Area, and ⑥ User
Defined Key Area.
① Title Area
Displays patient name, hospital name, application, frame rate and depth, probe
information, acoustic output information, and date and time.
The Ez Exam+ menu can be set up in Ez Exam+ Setup. For details about Ez
Exam+ Setup, please refer to ‘Chapter 3. Utilities’.
NOTE
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③ Image Area
Displays ultrasound images, TGC, image information, annotation, and measurement
information are also displayed.
④ Thumbnail Area
Up to five saved images are displayed. (Save by pressing the Save button.) When you
save Single screens, up to 5 images are shown in a list; for Quad screens, up to 16
images are shown. Clicking with the pointer will enlarge the selected thumbnail in the
Image area. At the top of the Thumbnail area, you can see the total number of images
saved.
NOTE
Control Panel
The system can be controlled by using the control panel.
The control panel consists of a keyboard, soft menus, buttons, dials, dial-buttons, a slider, and a
trackball.
The dial-button can be used both as a dial and a button.
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Press this button to turn the Quick Scan function on. The ‘Q
Q Scan Button
Scan’ mark will appear at the top of an image.
■ Keyboard
The keyboard is used to type in text.
▌ Touch Panel
These control tools are located on both sides of the touch screen. Available buttons are as
follows:
Displays the Probe Selection screen to select or change the probe and
Probe
application.
Displays the Report screen that shows the measurement results of the
Report
current application and other information.
Finishes the exam of the currently selected patient and resets the related
End Exam
data.
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The TGC screen will be displayed on the touch screen. TGC stands for
TGC
Time Gain Compensation.
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▌ Touch Screen
The touch screen is an operating tool that can be touched by the user to input data. The
functions that are available in the current mode are shown in the form of buttons or a dial-
button.
For further details about setting up Quick Preset, please refer to Setup >
General > Quick Preset > Quick Preset Setup in ‘Chapter 3. Utilities’.
NOTE
Console
The console consists of two main parts: the interior and the exterior. The interior of the console
mainly contains devices that produce ultrasound images. On the exterior of the console are
various connectors, probe holders, storage compartments, handles, and wheels, etc.
▌ Rear Panel
A monitor and other peripheral devices are connected via the rear panel at the back of the
system.
▌ Probe Holders
Probe holders are mounted at the left and right-hand sides of the control panel.
Peripheral Devices
Peripheral devices can be connected to their corresponding ports on the left/right or rear sides
of the console, as needed.
■ Do not install a peripheral device that is not listed in this user manual in the
patient environment. If you install an unlisted device in the patient
environment, it may cause an electrical hazard.
CAUTION ■ Do not connect additional external peripheral devices to the auxiliary socket
outlet. Doing so may decrease safety level.
Refer to the user manual of the peripheral device for its operating information.
NOTE
■ DVD-Multi
DVD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM
When using a peripheral device via a USB port, always turn the power off before
connecting/disconnecting the device. Connection/disconnection of USB devices
during power-on may lead to malfunction of the system and the USB devices.
CAUTION
■ When removing the removable disk, use Utility > Storage manager.
■ USB ports are located both on the control panel and the rear panel of the
console.
NOTE We recommend that you connect USB storage devices (flash memory media,
etc.) to the ports on the control panel, and other USB peripheral devices to
the rear panel for convenience.
■ You must install a printer and driver compatible with the English version of
Microsoft Windows 7. Contact Samsung Medison customer service
department for inquiries about printer driver installation.
CAUTION ■ When connecting the printer, ensure that the printer is configured under
Microsoft Windows or system setup and has been chosen as the default
printer.
■ Please check the port that the printer uses before connecting. Printers should
be connected to the printer port while the USB printer should be connected to
the USB port.
For more information about the Open Line Transfer, refer to ‘Chapter 9.
Measurements and Calculations’.
NOTE
■ Foot Switch
– 3 Pedals HID Type
To configure the foot switch function, go to Utility > Setup > Peripherals > Foot Switch.
You can select one function from the following: Freeze, Update, Record, Print1, Save,
Store Clip, Volume Start, Ez Exam, PD Mode, Color Mode, M Mode, PW Mode, CW
Mode, ElastoScan, TDI Mode, TDW Mode, or Biopsy.
■ Misc.
Flash Memory Media
■ The system cannot recognize USB 1.1 flash memory. Remove the flash
memory from the console and equip again with an appropriate device.
■ Regarding file formats that are not ordinarily saved: Please check first to see
NOTE if it is possible to save the file format on a desktop PC before trying to save
the file on flash memory.
■ Do not use flash memory media which contain anti-virus programs or are
defective. Otherwise, the product may fail to work properly.
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Probes
Probes are devices that generate ultrasound waves and process reflected wave data for the
purpose of image formation.
For more information on probes, refer to ‘Chapter 5. Probes’ and the ‘Reference
Manual’.
NOTE
▌ Connecting probes
To ensure the safety of the product and the probe, turn off the power before connecting the
probe to, or disconnecting it from, the probe port.
1. Connect probes to the probe ports on the front panel of the system. A maximum of five
probes including the CW probe can be connected at one time. The CW probe should CW
only be connected to its own port.
2. To install, turn the connector turning handle clockwise.
Accessories
An accessory box containing the items below is supplied with the product.
NOTE
Optional Functions
This product has the following S/W optional functions:
■ SMART 4D ■ 2D NT
■ CW Function ■ Mobile Export
■ Cardiac Measurement ■ 5D Follicle
■ DICOM ■ 5D NT
■ XI STIC ■ 5D LB
■ ElastoScan ■ 5D CNS
■ Panoramic ■ HDVI
■ Stress Echo ■ S-Shearwave
■ Strain+ ■ Arterial Analysis
■ ADVR ■ DICOM Q/R
■ E-Thyroid ■ CEUS+
■ Realistic Vue ■ S-Detect for Breast
■ AutoIMT+ ■ S-Detect for Thyroid
■ E-Breast
For further information about optional functions, please refer to the relevant chapters in the
HS70A User manual.
Chapter 3
Chapter 3 Installing the Product
Preset ......................................................................................................................... 11
General .................................................................................................................................... 12
Scan Mode ............................................................................................................................... 17
Display ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Annotate ................................................................................................................................... 24
Peripheral Device Settings ....................................................................................................... 29
User Defined Keys ................................................................................................................... 33
Network .................................................................................................................................... 35
DICOM Setup (Optional) .......................................................................................................... 37
Options ..................................................................................................................................... 49
System Information .................................................................................................................. 51
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Transporting
This product is a finely tuned piece of medical electronic equipment; careful attention is required
when transporting it.
3. Take out the probe box and accessory box and store them in a safe place.
5. Grab the rear handle on the product and move it to a place to install.
Accessory
An accessory box containing the items below is supplied with the product. If the items are not
intended for your product, contact the store where you purchased the product.
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Installation Environment
Caution
When installing the product, please pay attention to the following: For more information on using
and setting up, refer to the accompanying manual for HS70A.
■ Optimal conditions for the system are a temperature of 10-35° and a humidity of 30-75%.
Installation Safety
In a hospital environment, dangerous electric current may occur as a result of the potential
difference between a contactable conductive part and connected equipment in treatment rooms.
The solution to the problem is consistent equipotential bonding. Medical equipment is connected
with connecting leads made up of sockets which are angled to the equipotential bonding network
in medical rooms.
Refer to "[Table 3-2. Operational Temperature of Product]" before turning the product on.
NOTE The product may ship with the power cable connected to the console.
Probe Connection
Be sure to turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting a probe to ensure the safety of
the system and the probes.
1. Connect probes to the probe connectors on the front panel of the system. A maximum
of five probes including the CW probe can be connected at one time. The CW probe
should only be connected to its own connector.
Connecting Peripherals
Do not place peripheral devices that are not listed in this manual in the vicinity
CAUTION of the patient. If you place them in the patient environment, it may cause an
electrical hazard.
DVD-Multi
When using a peripheral device via a USB port, always turn the power
off before connecting/disconnecting the device.
Connection/disconnection of USB devices during power-on may lead to
CAUTION malfunction of the system and the USB devices.
When removing the removable disk, use Utility > Storage manager.
NOTE
The system cannot recognize USB 1.1 flash memory. Remove the flash
memory from the console and equip again with an appropriate device.
Foot Switch
System Power
Make sure to connect the probes and peripheral devices that will be used
before powering on the system. If you attempt to connect them during
CAUTION
system use, it may lead to patient injury or irreparable damage to the
console.
CAUTION Before starting the diagnosis, you must register the patient information.
If the power switch near the power connection port on the rear panel
of the product has been switched off, wait for 10 seconds before
turning on the product.
If you turn on the power after turning it off suddenly, the system may
®
turn on and off momentarily. This is a characteristic of the Intel PC
main board, and not a system error.
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Pressing the On/Off button for longer than five seconds will
immediately turn the power off and may damage the hard disk; do
not turn off the power by using this method unless absolutely
necessary.
CAUTION
To ensure that the product is safely cut off from electrical power, set
the power switch at the rear of the product to Off position after using
the product.
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Preset
This mode is used for system settings. It does not affect image output. The setup may be
modified depending on specific needs or preferences.
1. Press the Setup button on the touch panel, or tap Utility > Setup on the touch screen.
2. The Settings screen will appear. Select a tab that has items to specify.
General
In the Setup screen, select the General tab. Or tap General on the touch screen. You can
specify general settings such as title settings.
▐ Title
You can specify the information that is displayed in the title area on the screen.
Institution
Enter the name of the hospital/institution where the product is installed.
Department
Enter details about the medical institution or the organization. These details are used to
identify information at DICOM transfer.
Date
You cannot change the date and time when a patient ID has been
registered. Before making a change, you should finish the current
NOTE diagnosis by pressing the End Exam button on the control panel.
You can select a year from 2006 to 2027.
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2. Set the date and time using the trackball and the Set button on the control
panel.
3. When the details are correct, press Apply to apply the changes. To close the
Date & Time window, press OK. To cancel, press Cancel or the Exit button on
the control panel.
Date Format
Used to configure the date format. Select a format by using the combo button. The date
format that you specify will be applied to various date fields in Patient Information.
Time
Time Format
Select a time display format. Select a desired time format (12 Hour or 24 Hour) by
pressing the combo button.
▐ Account
Register a user ID and password.
User Log-in
Set the user account (log-in) function. If the user log-in is set to on, it can be used for the
following areas:
– Screen Saver
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– Accessing SonoView/Patient
– Search window for patient
Log-in
You can set the User Account ID after logging in to the Admin account. For Admin
account, contact a service engineer.
▐ Screen keyboard
Set this to on or off by using the trackball. If it is set to on, the on-screen keyboard
appears automatically when entering patient information.
▐ Control
Zoom In
Selects the direction in which to rotate the Zoom dial to zoom in on an image.
Select the functions to assign to the buttons on the left and right sides of the trackball on
the control panel.
- L: Set / R: Exit: The left button is set to Set and the right button is set to Exit.
- L: Exit / R: Set: The left button is set to Exit and the right button is set to Set.
- L: Set / R: Set: Both the left and the right buttons are assigned the Set function.
▐ Sound
Generate a buzzer sound when a button or dial-button is used.
Buzzer Sound
Set this to on or off by using the trackball. When this is set to on, the buzzer sounds
each time a button or dial-button is used.
▐ Patient Information
Set this to on or off by using the trackball. If it is On, the Patient Information Entry screen
will be saved when creating an ID.
▐ Quick Preset
Press the button to display the Quick Preset Setup screen. After selecting the Probe,
Application, and Preset connected to the port, press the + button to add them to Quick
Preset. Up to 4 sets can be saved. The Probe, Application, and Preset saved will be
shown on the touch screen in the diagnosis mode.
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Scan Mode
Select the Scan Mode tab on the Setup screen. Or tap Scan Mode on the touch screen.
▐ Store Clip
Specify the method and range in which an image is acquired and saved.
You can select ECG Beat, Time or Manual. Note that ECG Beat can be selected only
when ECG is on.
- Manual: Pressing the button on the control panel that has been designated as Store
Clip automatically starts saving the images; pressing the same button again stops
saving.
To configure the Store Clip button, go to Utility > Setup > User
NOTE Defined Key > User Key Setup.
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▐ Combination Action
Freeze with
Select a function to execute when the Freeze button on the control panel is pressed.
Available options are BodyMarker, Caliper, AutoCalc, Measure, Text, and None.
- D or M modes only: When 'Freeze with' is set to Measure, Measure Freeze Action
will function only in Doppler and M Modes.
- None: Tapping the End Exam button on the touch screen exits Exam Mode and
switches the screen to the B Mode Scan screen.
- Patient Window: Tapping the End Exam button on the touch screen switches the
screen to the Patient Information screen.
▐ Multiple Mode
Simultaneous Mode
You can decide whether to enable Simultaneous Mode in Spectral Doppler Mode, using
the following three options:
- Allow B / PW: Select this option if you do not wish to use Simultaneous Mode in
2D/C/PW Modes, but do wish to use it in 2D/PW Mode
- Allow B / C / PW: Select this if you wish to use simultaneous mode for both 2D/PW
and for 2D/C/PW.
Select the position of the Color Doppler Mode in Dual Live Mode.
- Left or Top: Color Doppler Mode is located in the left or upper part of the screen.
- Right or Bottom: Color Doppler Mode is located in the right or lower part of the
screen.
- Left-Right Dual Live Mode Only: The Top-Bottom Dual button disappears when
you check this checkbox.
Dual Mode
- Show ‘Change Window’ button: Select whether to activate the Change window in
Dual Mode.
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Option
You can select multiple items. Use the trackball and the Set button to select and check
or uncheck an item.
- Active HPRF on PW mode: Select whether to activate HPRF (High Pulse Repetition
Frequency), which is supported in PW Spectral Doppler Mode. Check the checkbox
to use the HPRF function.
- Color Map Auto invert(on linear): Check this checkbox to automatically highlight the
Color Map. This is only applied when you change Steer in 2D/C/D Mode, C Mode,
or DPDI Mode in PD Mode.
- M/PW Loop Side by Side: Add Loop Side By Side display in M Mode or Power Spectral
Doppler Mode.
- Width Scale: Automatically fit the image size to the screen size when the depth of a
2D image is adjusted. Please note that this can be only used with linear probes.
- PW mode by M-Line: In 2D Mode, pressing the Set button when M Line is "on" will
take you directly to PW Mode.
▐ Default Text
▐ Auto Calc.
AutoCalc is a Spectral Doppler Mode feature that automatically performs specific calculations
based on measured values.
The specified items will appear on the screen only when the AutoCalc button
NOTE on the touch screen is tapped in Spectral Doppler Mode.
Add and remove automatic calculations by using the check boxes. You can select up to six
values.
When the Peak Systolic Velocity and End Diastolic Velocity values are 0, not all results for the
items will be displayed on the screen. In addition, the result value for Time Averaged Mean
Velocity is displayed only when Mean Trace is turned on.
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Display
Select the Display tab in the Setup screen. Or tap Display on the touch screen. Configure the
settings for displaying images.
▐ Power Saving
Screen Saver: Select whether or not to display the screen saver. When this is On,
you can set the screensaver to be activated in 1 to 30 minutes.
Auto Freeze in 10 minutes: Scan mode is frozen automatically when the product is
not used for 10 minutes.
※Tip!
The Scan Mode is frozen automatically, regardless of Auto Freeze setting, when the
product is not used for 1 hour.
▐ Font
Specify the target for which you want to set the font. Choose from Document Font and
Measure Result Font. The selected font can be previewed.
Reset
Uses the system's default fonts. The default settings are as follows:
Font Size 20 11
Type
Size
Color
▐ S-Detect
Show or hide the on-screen call text based on the BI-RADs score in S-Detect. Turn
this option off to hide the call text from the screen.
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▐ Information
Direction Marker
Set the Direction Marker. Select between SAMSUNG HS70A and HS70A.
Doppler Axis
Select the units of measurement for the axis scale in Spectral Doppler Mode.
▐ Display
TGC Line: Select whether or not to display the TGC Line. If this feature is not used,
TGC line is displayed on the screen for 3 seconds when TGC is configured.
Image Info: Show or hide the image information. If the image information intrudes
too much on the screen, disable this option to hide it.
TI(Thermal Index) Display: Specify the TI to display on the screen as TIs (Soft tissue
Thermal Index), TIb (Bone Thermal Index), or TIc (Cranial bone Thermal Index).
- Age: Select whether to display the name and age under the patient ID.
- Birthday: Select whether to display the name and date of birth underneath the patient
ID.
OB Display
Specify how the LMP, GA and EDD entered in the Patient Information screen will be
displayed on the monitor screen. Select two from LMP, GA, and EDD.
- Replace Patient ID (on Top info bar): Replace the ID in the title area.
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- Replace Patient Name (on Top info bar): Show the patient name in the title area.
- Replace App. (on Top info bar): Replaces the applications in the title area.
- Measure Result: Display the measurement result along with the selected LMP, GA or
EDD.
- Off: None of the options are displayed on the screen.
Name Formatting
- Default“Last, First Middle”: Names are displayed in the order of last name, first name,
and middle name (E.g. Smith, Robert L.).
- Custom: For "Item", specify the order in which you want to display the last name, first
name, and middle name. For “Separator”, specify the symbol (such as a comma, colon,
or space) that should be used to separate each name.
Representation Priority
Patient Information
Select the method for displaying patients' names. Assign priorities of 1, 2, and 3 to the
Roman, Ideographic, and Phonetic display methods.
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Annotate
Select the Annotate tab in the Setup screen. Or tap Annotate on the touch screen. Configure
information related to image input.
▐ BodyMarker
Size
Select whether to activate the BodyMarker mode automatically when the active image
area is changed.
BodyMarker Edit
① ②
① BodyMarker list: The list varies depending on the group selected from Group. ‘Current
page/Total pages’ is displayed below the list. If there are two or more pages, change
pages by using ⇨ or ⇦.
② BodyMarker list for the probe or preset currently being used. ‘Current page/Total pages’
is displayed below the list. If there are two or more pages, change pages by using ⇨ or
⇦.
NOTE You can add or save between 1 and 100 BodyMarkers in each list.
- Adding a BodyMarker
Select a BodyMarker from the left list (①) and double-click it. The selected BodyMarker
is added to the list on the right (②). The right list cannot have duplicated BodyMarkers. If
this occurs, a warning message will pop-up.
- Removing a BodyMarker
▐ Text
Set to use Delete all Text with Un-freeze, Delete all Annotation with Mode Change, Autotext,
Caps Lock On, and Quick Text.
If this checkbox is checked, all of the text that has been entered is deleted at once when
you return to scan mode by pressing the Freeze button.
Check this checkbox to clear the entered annotation when you change the mode.
Autotext
If an abbreviation is entered, the system retrieves and enters a full word automatically.
When this option is selected, you can enter text more easily and quickly. For example, if
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you enter 'AC', the system automatically looks up and displays the matching full term,
which is ‘Abdominal Circumference’.
To enable Auto Text, check the Autotext checkbox by using the trackball. Otherwise,
uncheck the checkbox.
If this option is selected, an abbreviation list appears on the screen when text is entered.
A list of abbreviations for this function is stored on the system. You can add a new
abbreviation or edit the existing abbreviations as desired.
Caps Lock on
Select this checkbox to turn on Caps Lock On. This means that when text is entered, it
is entered in capital letters.
Quick Text
If the checkbox is selected, the Quick Text function is enabled. Quick Text switches the
system to the Text Input Mode immediately after a character key on the Alphanumeric
Keyboard is pressed.
To enable the abbreviation list stored in the system, click the Autotext Edit button. The
system will switch to the Autotext Edit screen.
To save the changes and finish editing, press the Close button.
- Modifying a word
1. Use the trackball and the Set button to select a word to modify from the list. In the
Abbreviation and Full Word fields at the bottom of the screen, the abbreviation you have
selected and the corresponding full term are displayed.
2. Modify the words in the Abbreviation and Full Word fields. The abbreviation list is
updated in real time.
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- Adding a word
2. Enter the terms you want to add into the Abbreviation and Full Word fields at the bottom
of the screen. The word will be added to the abbreviation list.
- Deleting a word
1. Use the trackball and the Set button to select a word to delete from the list. In the
Abbreviation and Full Word fields at the bottom of the screen, the abbreviation you have
selected and the corresponding full term are displayed.
3. To delete the selected word, click OK. The word will be deleted from the abbreviation
list. Press Cancel to cancel.
Specify the time taken by the system to automatically convert an abbreviation into a full
word and display it on the screen. Set the delay time from 0.1 to 5 seconds in Autotext
Delay Time at the bottom of the screen.
Word list
Select and edit the text you wish to modify, and then save it by tapping the Save
button. Up to four different preset text entries can be added for one text button.
Export/Import
Share the text saved on the system with another system, or import a text entry from
another system.
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▐ Foot Switch
Set the functions of the left and right pedals of the foot switch. The functions that can be set
are shown below. Freeze, Update, Record, Printer 1, Save, Store Clip, Volume Start, EZ
Exam+, PD Mode, Color Mode, M Mode, PW Mode, CW Mode, Elastoscan Mode, TDI
Mode, TDW Mode, Biopsy.
▐ Peripherals
VCR Model
COM
Configure a device to connect to a serial port. Choose between Open Line Transfer and
Reserved. If you select Reserved, the COM port will not be used.
To complete the device connection after selecting Open Line Transfer, you need to
reboot the system.
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VCR Source
▐ Mic
Set this to on or off by using the trackball. The default setting for microphone is Off.
▐ ADVR Device
Recording To
Select a media type for real-time recording. You may select either DVD, USB, or Mobile
Export.
▐ Print Setup
Printer Orientation
NOTE This option is available only for an Echo printer that uses roll paper.
- Printer Settings: Select the printer to use by using the combo button.
Printer Organization
Used to assign printers to the control panel's Printer 1 and Printer 2 buttons.
- Video Out (1280 x 872): Print part of the monitor screen (1280*872), containing the
image area.
- Image Only: Prints the image area only.
Used to adjust the image print quality. Select the image type and adjust Gamma,
Brightness, and Contrast.
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▐ RMS Control
RMS stands for Remote Maintenance Service. If you are experiencing a technical problem with
the product, this feature takes control of the system remotely and collects data to help solve the
problem.
Service Application
※ Using RMS
To use the RMS, you must agree to the following in the Service tab:
Equipment status is inspected by remote access. The results are used for customer
service and product failure prevention.
※ Log
The various logs generated by the equipment, pertaining to the frequency of use, errors,
system information, etc., can be viewed.
– Diagnostics: Show an Error Log of any errors that may be found while carrying out
the hardware diagnosis.
– Error: Show information about the error that has occurred in the system. Select an
image to view the circumstances in which the error occurred.
– Utilization: Specific utilization information such as Application, Probe, and Preset
may be viewed.
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※ Tip! Compensation
Adjusting the post curve settings for images enables other monitors to display them as
closely as possible to the original images, which is convenient for diagnosis.
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Key List
– Current key : Displays the current settings of the User Key button.
Measure EFW Measure, EFW Result, BPD, HC, AC, FL, APTD, TTD, FTA, GS,
CRL
Control Single, Dual, Quad, Dual Live, Change Window, Probe Change,
Application Change, Simultaneous, Send to DICOM, Exit (only U1 can
be set)
Print Store Clip, Save, Record, Volume Save, Stressecho, TDI Mode, TDW
Mode
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Select the functions to assign to the Peripheral Keys (P1, P2, P3, and P4 buttons) on the
control panel. The functions that can be set are shown below.
Key List
Network
Select the Network tab in the Setup screen. Or tap Network on the touch screen. You can set
E-mail, Network Status, etc.
▐ LAN
Network Configuration
The System Network window will open to allow you to configure the IP.
▐ Wireless
WLAN
The Wireless Network Settings window is enabled only when the system is
NOTE
connected to a wireless USB adapter.
- SSID: Displays the name of the connected wireless network. SSID stands for Service
Set IDentifier.
1. Use the trackball and the Set button to press the Scan button.
3. Tap the Connect button to connect the system to the wireless network.
4. Tap the Disconnect button to disconnect the system from the wireless
network.
▐ E-mail
Enter the details of the server that this product should use to send/receive e-mails.
Mail(SMTP) Server
Port No.
ID
Password
You cannot change DICOM settings time when a patient ID has been
registered. To change the date and time, you should finish the current
diagnosis by tapping the End Exam button on the touch screen.
NOTE
For more information, please refer to the server’s user manual, or the
DICOM Conformance Statement.
▐ DICOM Configuration
Information about the DICOM server used by the system is displayed.
You can change the information, or add or delete a server. The server information is used to
identify DICOM for the system within a network. It is also used to transfer data between
other DICOM servers.
For the 'IP Address', 'AE Title', and 'Port No' settings, contact your
NOTE
organization’s network administrator.
AE Title
Enter the name of the DICOM AE (Application Entity). Used for identifying the
equipment that uses DICOM on the network.
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Station Name
Enter the name of the system. Along with AE Title, it is often used to identify the system
in the DICOM network.
Port No.
DICOM Send Format settings begin to apply when an image is saved. For
NOTE example, if it is set to Gray, saving an image will save it in grayscale
format.
▐ DICOM Compression
Select whether to compress the still images for the DICOM service. Select Uncompressed
or JPEG Baseline by using the Combo button. When you select Uncompressed, the images
are saved without compression.
▐ Destination Group
Use Send to DICOM function to set the destination group for sending images when the User
Defined Key (User Key or Peripheral Key) is pressed.
The set destination group will be displayed under DICOM Destination in the Patient
Information screen. Once the destination group is set and the user defined key is pressed,
image is sent to the destination group designated as DICOM Destination on the Patient
Information screen.
The function can be set in the following steps: DICOM Settings User Defined
Key Settings DICOM Destination Settings under Patient Information screen.
DICOM Settings
1. Navigate to Setup > DICOM and set the Storage (or Print) server and
Destination Group.
2. Connect a Storage (or Print) service to the group. Select Storage (or Print)
service on the screen and Destination Group on the screen and press >>.
Navigate to Setup > User Defined Key > Display, and set the functions for
P1- P4 key. Select Save on the list, and press Add to set it as the function
for the subject key. Repeat the same steps to add Send to DICOM.
- Send On End Exam: Send all saved images when you press the End Exam button.
- Send As You Go: Send an image whenever you press the Save button to save it.
Services
Select the type of service to use via DICOM. The supported DICOM servers are Storage,
Print, Worklist, PPS, SC, Storage SR, and DICOM QR.
Alias
AE Title
Enter the AE title of the DICOM server. Consult your network administrator before
specifying this option.
Connect Timeout
The connection will time out if there is no response within the configured time period.
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IP Address
Enter the IP address of the server being used. Consult your network administrator
before specifying this option.
Port No.
Enter the port number for the server being used. Consult your network administrator
before specifying this option.
Retry Interval
Specify how many seconds the system will wait before it retries a failed transmission.
You can specify this time period in seconds.
Maximum Retries
Storage Options
However, only 2D and 2D Color Mode images are supported. In Dual and
NOTE
Quad Mode, the depths of the included images must be identical.
- Include 3D Volume: Select whether to send 3D volume data together with the 3D
images.
Only select this option if you use a storage service that supports the 3D
NOTE
volume data format used by Samsung Medison.
Configure VOI LUT (Value Of Interest, Look Up Table). Adjust the brightness and
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contrast of a DICOM image when saving it. The saved image can be viewed with any
PACS device that has DICOM VOI LUT implemented.
- Window Center: Enter a value for the DICOM Tag (0028, 1050) setting. The setting
value indicates the brightness of an image that is displayed by the storage service.
Relative to 128, a higher value results in a darker image. Note that this function can be
used only when it is supported by the storage service.
- Window Width: Enter a value for the DICOM Tag (0028, 1051) setting. The setting
value indicates the contrast of the image displayed by the storage service. Relative to
256, higher values result in lower contrast. Note that this function is available only
when it is supported by the storage service.
Maintain association
If Transfer Mode is set to ‘Send As You Go’ in Storage Service, you can configure
‘Maintain Association’.
- If the checkbox is selected: Even after image transfer has been completed, association
is maintained until End Exam is selected.
- If the checkbox is not selected: Association is terminated once the image has been
transferred.
NOTE Depending on the printer, some of the following functions may not be
available. Before configuring the printer service, refer to the printer’s
user manual or its DICOM Conformance Statement.
Color
Format
Specify the paper layout. Select from 1x1, 1x2, 2x2, 2x3, 3x3, 3x4, 3x5, 4x4, 4x5, and
4x6.
Orientation
Magnification
Specify the type of interpolation to use when resizing an image to print. Select from
Replicate, Bilinear, Cubic and None.
Border Density
Empty Density
Select the background color for the printed area. Select Black or White.
Min Density
Specify the minimum brightness of an image to print. If this option is not specified, the
default value is applied.
Max Density
Specify the maximum brightness of an image to print. If this option is not specified, the
default value is applied.
Medium Type
Specify the material type for the printout. Select from Paper, Clear Film, Blue Film,
Mammo Clear Film, and Mammo Blue Film.
Film Size
Specify the paper size. Select from 8 inch x 10 inch, 5 inch x 11 inch, 10 inch x 12 inch,
10 inch x 14 inch, 11 inch x 14 inch, 11 inch x 17 inch, 14 inch x 14 inch, 14 inch x 17
inch, 24cm x 24cm, 24cm x 30cm, A4 and A3.
Destination
Smoothing Type
This option is available only when Magnification is set to CUBIC. Enter a value for the
printer which is specified in the DICOM Conformance Statement.
Priority
Specify a priority for the print command. Select High, Med, or Low.
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Copies
Configuration Info
Specify the unique value for a printer. Please refer to the DICOM Conformance
Statement for the printer.
When you check this checkbox, the Worklist window appears when you press the
control panel’s Patient button. Otherwise, the Study Information window appears.
Update Method
※ Tip! - To update a worklist, set Search Source to Worklist in the Search tab on
the Patient Information screen, and then click Search.
- On Startup and Every: Update the worklist when the system boots up, and then
automatically update it at specified intervals.
Specify the range of AE Titles to retrieve from the Worklist server in a hospital.
- Any: Retrieve the patient list stored in all AE Titles on the server.
- This System: Retrieve the patient list in the AE Title specified under the DICOM tab.
- Another: Retrieve the patient list stored in the AE Title specified by the user.
NOTE This option is only available when the Worklist server is enabled.
Start Date
Specify the range of dates to search.
- Past Month: Retrieve the patient list for a month before the current date.
- Custom Date: Specify a certain date and retrieve the patient list for that date.
Modality Type
These options are used to specify the modality of exams retrieved from the worklist
server.
The configuration options are the same as those for the storage server.
SC Server Information
Select SC (Storage Commitment) under Services. Configure the Storage Commitment
Service using DICOM. The Storage Commitment Service is used after a diagnosis is
finished and all saved images and reports are sent.
The configuration options are the same as those for the storage server.
The configuration options are the same as those for the storage server.
After changing the information, click Save to save the changes. Click Cancel to cancel.
▐ Managing DICOM
Click Queue on the screen to switch to the DICOM Job Status screen. You can review the
current job status using the Job ID, Patient ID, etc.
The following describes the elements of the DICOM Job Status screen.
- Type: Displays the job type. The available job types are Storage, Print, Storage SR,
MPPS Start, MPPS End, and Storage CMT.
- Instances: Displays the number of instances. What this denotes differs depending on
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the job type. For Storage and Print, this means the number of images. For Storage
SR, it means the amount of measurement data. For MPPS Start, it is always
displayed as 0.
- Data/Time: Displays the date and time when the job was created.
Status Description
Hold The job is waiting for a retry. This occurs when the job has
failed, but the maximum retry count has not yet been reached.
Ready The job is waiting for execution. This occurs when the network
is not connected.
Not Ready The Ready state is not complete. This occurs when MPPS
(Modality Performed Procedure Step) End occurs before
MPPS Start has been completed. Or when a Storage or Print
batch job has not completed.
Network Status
The network connection status is displayed. When connected, ‘Connected’ is displayed.
When disconnected, ‘Disconnected’ is displayed.
Number of Jobs
Displays the number of jobs listed in the DICOM Job Status screen.
Log
Displays the DICOM Log window.
Retry
Performs the selected job again. This button is enabled only when the status of the
selected job is Fail or Wait Resp.
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Retry All
Retries all jobs for which the status is Fail.
Delete
Deletes the selected job. This button is enabled only when the status of the selected job
is Fail, Imperfect, Wait Resp, or Not Ready.
Clear
Deletes all jobs.
▐ DICOM Log
Click Log on the DICOM Job Status window to display the DICOM Log window. This is
used to manage the history of all DICOM services performed on this product.
Log Settings
- Delete Archived Log Afterwards: Specify how long a log file will be archived. Enter a
number of days. If the specified time has elapsed after the log file was created, the file
is deleted from the system.
- Log File Maximum Size: Specify the maximum size of a log file that can be archived.
Enter a number of kilobytes. A log file that is larger than the specified size is not
archived on the system and is deleted immediately.
DICOM Log
- Copy Selected Files: Copies the selected log file to external storage media.
- View Selected File: Displays the details of the selected log file on the screen.
Options
Select the Option tab on the Setup screen. Or tap Options on the touch screen. Enables or
disables optional software or hardware.
▐ Options
The list of optional software will appear.
Option
This shows the types of optional software that can be installed on the product.
Status
- Unlock_Restricted: The hardware or software can be used only for a certain period
of time.
- Lock_Expired: Use of the software is restricted, and it cannot be used because the
specified period of use has expired.
HW Configuration
The list of optional hardware will appear. Currently, only ECG is supported.
Select a hardware item to use by using the checkbox. Reboot the system to complete
the settings.
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System Information
In the Setup screen, select the System Information tab. Or tap System Information on the
touch screen. Displays the software version of the product.
* The actual system version may differ from the software version shown in the above image.
Chapter 4
Chapter 4 Product Inspection
Product Inspection
Inspecting Functions ............................................................................................... 2
Inspecting Functions
After installation, inspect the device and use the major functions to verify that the product works
properly.
Basic Inspections
▐ Monitor
Check the screen for color, focus, dots, afterimage, stain, and blurriness.
Check the screen while impacting the monitor, and check the signal while shaking the cable
to the left and right.
▐ Indicator Key
Check that the trackball works properly by rolling it up, down, left, and right.
▐ Clear Key
Check that all text and measurements are cleared properly.
▐ Measure
Check the operation of Distance, Caliper, Calc, etc.
▐ Patient
Enter information in Patient, and check that the same Patient information is displayed in the
Report, SonoView, etc.
▐ End Exam
Make an arbitrary measurement in New Patient, and see whether the measurement is
erased when you press End Exam.
▐ Probe Key
Perform a Probe Change, and check that it functions correctly.
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Detailed Inspections
▐2D Mode
① Perform a Knife Test to check that a part of image is not displayed.
② Perform a Phantom to check for errors in image.
③ Check the Freeze Cine actions (broken image, Auto Run, Auto Run Speed, Trackball Cine).
④ Check for changes in the image brightness when you adjust the Gain.
⑤ Check that the TGC Gain operates correctly by adjusting it and checking for changes in the
image brightness in accordance with depth.
⑥ Perform Left/Right Flip, Up/Down Direction, and Rotation to check whether the image
changes its orientation correctly.
⑦ Check whether the Select Image menus (EE, DR, View Area, Tissue, Frame Rate) work
properly.
⑧ Check for errors in frequency (Phantom, Res, Pen, Gen).
⑩ Check for changes in the image by depth when you change the focus.
▐Dual Mode
① Perform a Phantom to check for errors in image.
② Perform Left/Right Flip, Up/Down Direction, and Rotation to check whether the image
changes its orientation correctly.
③ Check the proper operation of Select Image menus (EE, DR, View Area, Tissue, Frame
Rate, Power).
④ Check for errors in frequency (Phantom, res, pen, gen).
⑥ Check for changes in the image by depth when you change the focus.
⑦ Check for errors in operations related to left and right image Cine (number of pages, Cine
progression order, broken image, Auto Run, Auto Run Speed, Track Ball Cine).
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▐ M Mode
① Perform a Phantom to check for errors in image.
② Check whether the M-Line’s information is displayed in the Image area.
③ Check for changes in the image brightness when you adjust the Gain.
④ Perform Left/Right Flip, Up/Down Direction, and Rotation to check whether the image
changes its orientation correctly.
⑤ Check that the Select Image menus (EE, DR, View Area, Tissue, Frame Rate, Sane angle,
Power) operate correctly.
⑥ Check for changes in the image in accordance with changes in depth.
⑦ Check for changes in the image by depth when you change the focus.
⑧ Check for changes in speed when you change Speed gradually, and for errors in the
information.
⑨ Check whether the image becomes inverted when Negative is performed.
⑩ Check for errors in Top Down Format and Side by Side Format images when Loop Format
is selected.
⑪ Check for changes in the Format B-Mode and M Line area sizes.
⑫ Check the Freeze Cine actions (broken image, Auto Run, Auto Run Speed, Trackball Cine).
② Check the operations related to the Select Image menus (Balance, Sensitivity, Color Mode,
Display, CFR).
④ Check the Freeze Cine actions (broken image, Auto Run, Auto Run Speed, Trackball Cine).
⑤ Check for changes in the image brightness when you adjust Color Gain.
⑥ Check for noises and breaks in the image (B or C Mode Noise) when you move the ROI
Box.
⑦ Check for noises and breaks in the image (B or C Mode Noise) when you resize the ROI
Box.
⑧ Adjust Scale up and down to check whether the frequency is changed and speed range of
blood flow is adjusted. (Check with a direct scan)
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⑩ Check whether or not the Color Bar is inverted when you operate the Invert key.
⑪ Move the Baseline up and down to check whether the speed range of blood flow moves to
“+” or “-” position.
⑤ Move the Baseline up and down to check whether the spectrum range moves to “+” or “-”
position.
⑥ Check whether changing Filter removes low signals from the Spectrum.
⑦ Check whether the Doppler wave form is inverted when you operate Invert.
⑨ Change the position and size of SV, and check for errors.
⑩ Check whether Spectrum’s image changes when you change Spectrum’s Type.
⑫ Perform Auto Calc, and check whether the line is displayed without breaks; check whether
the calculated results are automatically carried out.
⑬ Check for errors in Top Down Format and Side by Side Format images when Loop Format
is selected.
⑭ Check the Cine/Loop (broken image, Auto run, Auto run speed, Trackball Cine) operations.
▐ 3D/4D Mode
① Check whether loading is performed correctly when you proceed with Free Hand 3D SCAN
and when you skip to Freeze; check for broken images and noise while you are proceeding.
② Check whether loading is performed correctly when you proceed with Static 3D Scan, and
check for broken images and noise while you are proceeding.
Check the probe for noise, and check whether the probe’s motor works normally.
③ Check whether loading is performed correctly when you proceed with Live 3D Scan, and
check for broken images and noise while you are proceeding.
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Check the probe for noise, and check whether the probe’s motor works normally.
④ Check for errors in ROI 3D, ABC 3D, and Full images.
⑤ Check whether the 3D image changes to the selected angle.
⑦ Check for errors in the image when you change the size of the image.
⑧ Check the Display Format Image (ACB, Volume CT Image).
⑨ Step Angle , Rotation Angle, Rot. Axis and then proceed with Cine; check whether Cine
Loading works in accordance with the Setting items, and check for breaks and errors in the
image.
Chapter 5
Chapter 5 Product Structure
Product Structure
Overview ..................................................................................................................... 3
Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 7
PC Part ....................................................................................................................................... 8
PSA ........................................................................................................................................... 10
CW Board ................................................................................................................................. 18
PC Part ...................................................................................................................... 26
PC Module ............................................................................................................................... 26
Monitor ...................................................................................................................................... 35
Overview
It features a 23-inch LCD monitor, provides high-resolution ultrasound images, and includes
premium-grade features. Samsung Medison’s new proprietary technology is incorporated into
the latest spec PC and ultrasound system interface to enhance processing speed. Enhanced
processor speed results in faster processing speed of the product, which in turn reduces exam
time.
Chanel TX 192 CH
BFIC MCB124
3D Driver AC B/D
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Gel Warmer
SW ECG
DDM
Power Module
ACM
Chapter 5. Product Structure 5-5
No Name
1 PSA
2 BE (Back End Board) + PC included
3 BF (Beamformer Board) : 3EA, 192ch
4 CW (Continuous Wave Board)
5 AC (Analog Control Board)
6 BP
7 DDM
8 FAN
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Overview
HS70A consists of the Ultrasound System Part and the User Interface Part. However, when
considered as an electronic structure, it consists of a Front End Part, a Back End Part, a User
Interface Part, and a Power Part. A description of HS70A as an electronic structure is as
follows:
Front End Part refers to the PSA (Probe Select Assembly), BF (Beamformer), and CW
(Continuous Wave Board). The main functions of the Front End Part are to deliver High
Voltage Pulser to the probe, thereby generating ultrasonic waves, and to amplify the returning
echo signal to process Digital Beamforming. The RF signal generated here is sent to the Back
End Part.
Back End Part refers to the BE (Back End) of the Ultrasound System Part as well as the PC
Module.
It generates various diagnostic images such as BW, Color Doppler, PW Doppler, Power
Doppler, etc. from the RF signal generated by the BF (Beamformer), and displays the images
on the monitor so that the user can view them. In addition, it incorporates new technologies
such as SCI and SDMR to facilitate a wide variety of diagnostic exams.
User Interface Part means the LCD monitor and control panel (including touch panel).
The Power Part can be divided as AC-DC Power Module and DC-DC Power Module; AC-DC
Power Module converts AC voltage into DC to supply power to DC-DC Power Module as well
as PC power of the PC part. DC-DC Power Module supplies voltage to boards of the
Ultrasound System, while the PC Power supplies voltage to the PC Part.
The main function of the Main Board is to implement the ultrasound data up to the stage
before Scan Converter. It performs some Front End Part and Back End Part functions. This
detects probes and sends system information and application information in accordance with
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user environment to each Board. it performs TX Focusing and RX Focusing based on such
information. When high voltage Pulser is sent to the probe according to TX Focusing,
ultrasonic waves are generated; echo signals returning from the body go through an
amplification circuit to undergo Digital Beamforming processing. The RF signal obtained here
goes through various filtering and processing to generate image signals such as BW, Color
Doppler, PW Doppler, CW Doppler, Power Doppler, etc., which are sent to the PC Module to
be implemented on the monitor.
• AC(Analog Control)
• BF(Beamformer) Board
PC Part
It main function consists of the Scan Converter and image output circuits for displaying the
ultrasound information generated by the Ultrasound System Part on the monitor. It also
performs control panel and interface functions.
The ultrasound image information from the Ultrasound System Part is connected to PC Part at
PCIF with DMA method, and the ultrasound image is displayed through software DSC and
VGA.
Previous type of the ultrasound image scanner uses the Hardware DSC method, but HS70A
uses the Software DSC and the ultrasound images are displayed on a LCD monitor.
PC Power Supply uses Micro ATX as standard, and it supplies power to PC Part.
• PC Mother Board
• Rear Panel
• PC Power Supply
This part allows the user to view ultrasound images on the LCD monitor to make a diagnosis,
and to control HS70A by using the control panel and touch panel.
Images are sent by the Ultrasound Part to the LCD monitor and peripherals. Output images
available include VHS, S-VHS, Composite and DVI, while input images include VHS and S-
VHS. In addition, the control panel consists of various interfaces to allow the user to operate
the system conveniently.
• AD Board
• Touch Panel
• Track Ball
AC to Power Module
It converts external 110/230V AC voltage to the DC voltage to supply power to DDM (DC to
DC Power Module) of Ultrasound System Part, and it also supplies stabilized AC voltage to PC
Power Supply of PC Part. Power circuit breaker prevents any possible troubles due to
overcurrent.
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PSA
▐ Main Functions
Probe Connector has 4 of 408-pin Connectors and 1 of LEMO Connector and has the CW
selection relay to support CW.
Also, it has 3D Probe Drive Path, Probe Insert Path, Port Select Path and CW Path and it has
the Relay circuit to select one probe out of 4 probes.
▐ Specification
• Local Power distribution
• LV/HV Power Switching
• 4 Probe Port Support
• Probe Check
• 3D probe path
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▐ Operational Principles
High Voltage Switching Process
HS70A는 supports 128 Channels, and uses up to 192-Element Probes. Since the
Beamformer’s Pulser and Receiver circuit structure has only 128 Channels, additional
Element Selection is required. Element Selection uses 24 High Voltage Switches, and
performs switching with the control signal sent from the Main Board’s Control Logic (CPLD).
Control Signal is connected via Mother Board Connectorfmf.
The inner structure of the High Voltage Switch consists of Shift Register and High Voltage
FET.
It consists of circuits to choose one of four probes. It can use the relay of the latched type
to select a probe chosen by user.
The relay is operated by the probe select signal transmitted from the control logic (CPLD)
of CW (Continuous Wave Board). Probe Select signal is connected through the Mother
Board Connector. Probe Select signals are connected via the Mother Board Connector.
CW Probe Switching
Steered CW Switching: Steered CW has, separate from the Beam former Board, Tx
29CH and Rx 29CH and, by using Not latch Relay, it converts the signal line from Phased
Array Probe to the CW Board at Steered CW Mode. Because it has 29CH, there are 15
AGN20012s for CW Tx and there are 15 AGN20012 for CW Rx.
Static CW Switching:Static CW has Tx 1CH and Rx 1CH separately from the Beam
Former Board. Signal lines from Pencil Probe in the Stactic CW Mode will be directly
connected to the CW Board without Relay.
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Analog Control
▐ Main Functions
It checks the versions of 3D probe drive, Clock Generation, Probe Control, HV Switch Control,
and BackPlane.
259mm
CPLD
CLOCK
MOTOR
B
U
F
F
E
R
PROBE
PROBE MUX SENSING
CON
297mm
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Dual
HV
Control
AC
POWER
ATGC
Dis
HV
FILTER
• The main function of the Analog Controlboard is to control the motor of 3D Probe, to
supply clocks to the entire system and to monitor the status of power.
• Motor Partcontrols the stepping motor inside the 3D Probe.
• HV Filter is a high voltage filter used in BF.
• Clock Partgenerates system Clock 61.6Mhz used in BF and BE.
• Pulser Sensing Partmonitors the status of High Voltage and current used in the BF
board.
• ATGC Partsupports analog time gain control curve used in BF.
• AC Powergenerates power for the AC & PSA board.
• Probe Part checks Probe port selection,
• Probe ID read, and Probe Insert of the PSA board at all times.
▐ Specification
• 3D Probe Motor Driver
• System Clock Drive
• Pulser Voltage Sensing
• HV Mux Sensing
• ATGC
• AC Power
• Probe Check (ID/Insert/Port)
▐ Operational Principles
The operational principle of the 3D Probe is the implementation of 3D mode through the
actuation of Stepping Motor. The Motor Board performs feedback control with SIN and COS
o
waveforms that have a 90 -phase difference with the 3D Probe. Here, the 3D Probe provides a
Null Position signal to the Motor Board, and the Motor Board provides One Frame signal, which
is the standard signal for obtaining 3D images, to BE Board.
▐ Main Functions
Beamformer board is located between PSA and Back-end and it sends a ultrasound signal
focused on a specific position of the body and amplifies the received signal to convert it to a
Digital signal. Then it beamforms the signal and relays the Focused data to Back-end for Mid-
processing. BF Board consists of Pulser, TR Switch, LNA, TGC, ADC and BFIC.
• Pulser: consists of 192 channels and it can run 192 element Probes.
• TR Switch: deletes the HV element from Probe to prevent it from flowing to LNA.
• LNA: amplifies the received ultrasound signal and TGC Amp compensates the
attenuation due to Depth to send the signal to ADC.
• BFIC: It Rx focuses the RX echo signals of 128 CH and sends them to BE Part.
• TX FPGA: The generated exciting pulse signal is entered into Pulser, converted to high-
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FPGA
TX Path
RX Path
T/R
Pulser switch LNA TGC ADC BFIC
[Figure 5.6 Signal Path]
▐ Spectification
• BF ASIC 4 (MCB124,16CH)
• RX Dynamic Aperture
• RX Apodization
• BFIC controlling
• Synthetic Aperture
• Trapezoidal imaging
• Multi-line receiving
• TX Focal point
▐ Operational Principles
TX Pulser
Exciting pulse data provided by the BF ASIC (MCB124) go through the TX Pulse Buffer and
are provided to the TX Pulse (MAX4811). The TX Pulser uses the high voltage and Exciting
pulse data provided by the DC-DC Module to generate Bipolar Pulser. Bipolar Pulser uses
PSA (Probe Select Assembly) to send to the Probe Element, thereby generating ultrasonic
waves.
Receive Channel
The Receive Channel serves the function of an Analog Digital Conversion, which enables
Beamforming by amplifying the Echo propagated through, and reflected from, the media of
human body.
1) Limiter
It removes unnecessary signals from the Echo signals returned through High Voltage
Switch of PSA(Probe Select Assembly. Tx Pulse up to 180 Vpp and echo signals of a few
mV are mixed together, but since the RX data actually needed are echo signals of
extremely small magnitude in mV range, the Tx Pulse must be eliminated before they are
sent to the Pre-Amp. The Limiter removes signal over approximately 0.6V before sending
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2) Pre-Amp
3) TGC-Amp
The TGC (Time Gain Compensation) Amp consists of 4 channels per one unit.
5) A/D Converter
This converts an analog signal into a digital signal to be used for Digital Beamforming.
Ultrasonic waves generated by a probe use a Channel method that utilizes multiple
Elements to perform TX Focusing. Ultrasonic waves generated from each channel are
reflected by media and return as reflected echo signals. However, the echoes do not return
to the Probe Element simultaneously; they return to each Element at different times, which
necessitates a way to compensate for this time difference. It is required to perform RX
Focusing; it is also very important for generating ultrasound images.
Digital Beam forming takes the echo signals entering the Probe Element and samples the
data at the junction of the time axis and the curve, which is then stored in the memory. When
sampling is complete, the data accumulated in the memory have been time-compensated
when they were stored; time compensation is performed by the Sampling Clock itself. RX
Focusing is completed by simply reading the data stored in the memory and adding them.
Since this method requires different Sampling Clocks for each Element, the VSCG (Variable
Sampling Clock Generator) is necessary. The VSCG (Variable Sampling Clock Generator)
uses 61.6Mhz, which is same as the A/D Sampling Clock; necessary data is generated
within BF ASIC (MCB124A).
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CW Board
▐ Main Functions
The CW Board provides the basic functions for system operation and Continuous Wave Doppler
function.
▐ Specification
• Input noise: 3nV/SqRtHz
• Input Signal Level: ~250mVpp
• Usable frequency: 1.5~6MHz
• Input impedance: 1Kohm
• Gain: 60dB
• PRF: ~ 43KHz
• Number of Channel: TX/RX 29 channels each
• Transmit Delay Tab: 32.5MHz
• Receive Delay Tab: Min. 30ns, Max.100ns
• Power Noise: Less than 100nV/SqRtHz
▐ Operational Principles
TX Pulser
Pulse data provided by FPGA goes through latch and gets relayed to Tx Pulse (Max4811). It
uses PSA (Probe Select Assembly) to send to the Probe Element, thereby generating
ultrasonic waves.
Receive Channel
The Receive Channel serves the function of an Analog Digital Conversion, which enables
Delay & Focusing by amplifying the Echo propagated through, and reflected from, the media of
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human body.
2) Delay & Focusing: It combines Rx input signals from 29 channels as a single signal.
3) Mixer: To detect Doppler signals, it mixes RF signal and signal which has the same
transmission frequency.
4) I/Q Signal: To find a direction of blood flow, enter a signal which has 90 ° phase
difference from the standard signal.
5) Audio Circuit: After mixing, remove the higher frequency element for the signal to get
the Doppler frequency signal.
▐ Main Functions
Back End Board (hereinafter BE Board) can be divided into DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
Part, DMA & RTC Part, and, Analog Sound Part.
The DSP Part receives RF data and CW I/Q data from the BF Board and CW Board and
processes the data into image data such as BW Image, PW Doppler, CW Doppler, Color
Doppler, Power Doppler, etc. The created Image Data is processed by DMA & RTC Part of BE
Board for Frame Average etc., and then sent to the PC Part through PCI BUS to be calculated
by Software DSC. The Analog Sound Part receives Doppler sound data from the DSP Part,
processes the data with the Digital Analog Converter, amplifies and sends them to the speaker.
BE Board consists of ASIC (MCB028A), FPGA, Analog Sound part and more.
▐ Specification
• PCI-express Interface
• BW Data Processing
DMA (Direct Memory Access) consists of FA (Frame Average), DMA and ECG In/Out Part.
FA (Frame Average) processes BW, Doppler, and Color Data by averaging the current
frame’s scan line data and the previous frame’s scan line data. DMA temporarily stores the
BW, Doppler, and Color Data that have been Frame Averaged, to send them through PCI
BUS when requested by the PC Part. It also stores ECG Data and sends it in the same
manner.
Since DMA uses the PC Part and the DMA Path for processing, it plays a very important role
in enhancing the performance of the product.
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RTC Part
RTC (Real Time Controller) creates the standard signal for the entire system operations
in real time to control the system operations. It generates PRF(Pulse Repeat Frequency),
OF(One Frame), RP(Rate Pulse), Linotype and Scan Line, which are required for BF Board
and DSP Part of the BE Board. Also, internally it controls data flow at the DMA FPGA.
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PC Part
PC Module
▐ Main Functions
It implements existing Hardware DSC Board and Video Manager Board in the PC Part. Since
PC Module implements DSC Part through Software Program, the capability is very important.
▐ Specification
• DVD
Software DSC
▐ Main Functions
It processes Hardware DSC with the Software DSC created with the Software Program.
Image signals generated by the BE Board are copied directly to PC Memory by using DMA,
where they are processed by Software DSC and the programs needed for ultrasound images,
to be implemented as images on the monitor through VGA card and DVI board.
▐ Specification
• Help function
▐ Operational Principles
The image data generated from DMA Part of BE Board is copied directly to PC Memory by DMA
method through cables connected to Mother Board and PCI Board.
They are stored into Cine Memory through UCAgency Buffer, in which they are processed with
Software DSC and Image Save.
Software DSC processes all functions that can be handled by Hardware DSC with Program;
Filter and Rendering handle DSC, and sends data to VGA Card.
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Rear Board
▐ Main Functions
It serves as In/Out Interface to external devices.
▐ Specification
Power Supply
▐ Main Functions
Power supply for HS70A is designed to operate in 90V ~ 264V input voltage range. It is
designed to be used in any voltage and there is no need to adjust the power voltage.
INPUT Voltage Selector is used to set the voltage and power for the product and OUTPUT
Voltage Selector is used to set the power directly provided for the external devices.
AC voltage and DC voltage are generated; AC voltage is for external devices and PC Power
Supply, and DC voltage is to supply power for Ultrasound System Part.
▐ PC Power Supply
It receives AC 220V from AIM and uses it as internal power for PC Part. Also, it uses the voltage
as power for LCD Monitor and DVD RW Drive through the external connector of PC Part.
▐ Power Control
▐ Main Functions
The Control Panel serves as the interface between the user and the system.
Key Matrix Board, Touch Panel, Alpha-Numeric Keyboard, and Track Ball serve as User
Interface.
▐ Specification
• Docking Part - Supplies power and sends signals to CP Board (USB, reset, RS232).
• Input part - Consists of Switch, Encoder, and Trackball.
• Control part
1). ATMEGA640(8bit Microcontroller )
Processes input Data and relays it to Docking B/D.
2). MAX II EPM1270 (Altera CPLD)
- Touch Panel Backlight on/off Control
- LED outputs / Knob control
- Alpha Key, Trackball power on/off control
3). PIC18F14K50 (USB Mouse Controller)
- Track ball interface
Chapter 5. Product Structure 5 - 33
Docking CP Board
▐ Specification
• UPD720114 USB HUB(2ea) - HUB2 (port1), touch Key (port2), alpha key (port3), trackball
(port4) connection
• I/O part - Uses HDMI, Data, and USB Connector FT232 Chip to send the CP control
signal to PC.
• Hub part - Uses UPD720114 Chip (HUB) to connect each module to PC.
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Touch Panel
▐ Main Functions
10.1 Inch Samsung panel applies.
▐ Specification
Monitor
▐ Main Functions
23 Inch Samsung Panel is applied
▐ Specification
Interconnect Diagram
Chapter 6
Chapter 6 Service Mode
Service Mode
Enter Installation Key .................................................................................................... 2
Accessing method...................................................................................................................... 5
Accessing method...................................................................................................................... 6
Admin Mode Functions .............................................................................................................. 7
1. Once the system reboots after installation, the System Installation screen will be displayed.
Samsung Remote Service is used to issue the installation keys required for product
authentication. Please enter the required information, such as the product name, user,
and distributor.
- URL: http://www.samsungremoteservice.com/rm/identity/anonymous/ussInstKey.html
Serial No: Enter the product serial number. The serial number is located on a label
on the exterior of the product.
Enter the name of the hospital and your vendor information in the Hospital Info and
Distributor field.
System Information
In the Setup screen, select the System Information tab. Or tap System Information on the
touch screen. Information about the system software version will be displayed.
Click Detail to view more detailed information on the product version.
* The actual system version may differ from the software version shown in the above image.
Chapter 6. Service Mode 6 - 5
Windows Mode
You can switch from the ultrasound system to Windows mode; you need to do so in order to
upgrade the version of the software.
Accessing method
1. Enter Shift, Ctrl, and Delete keys together. The Windows Password opens.
2. Enter the password and press Enter.
3. When you press Shift + Ctrl + Esc, “Windows Task Manager” will be displayed.
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Admin Mode
It is called Service Mode. You can specify major settings for the product by add or delete options.
Accessing method
1. Enter a password while holding down Ctrl key on the keyboard.
2. If the password is correct, the Admin Mode tap appears on the Setup screen.
3. Enter the Admin Mode tab to enter.
▐ General
Select the language to be used by the product. Supports English, German, French, Spanish,
Italian, Russian, and Chinese.
■ Test Pattern
You can test the properties of the monitor. Three different types of test pattern are displayed
and pattern changes every time you press the Set button on the control panel.
■ Restore
■ Backup
You can export and save user settings to external storage media.
1. When you press Backup, the ultrasound program will close, and the Backup function
will be initiated. Select OK when you are asked whether you want to exit the
ultrasound program before starting Backup.
2. In Backup screen, you can select a user settings item and backup media.
4. The system will reboot when the backup is complete. In case of failure, format the
USB storage media in Storage Manager and try backing up again.
▐ Video Standards
Select the resolution and the screen output format for the monitor connected to the product.
Select a resolution if you are connecting the monitor to the RGB port. Select 1280x1024,
1280x768, 800x600, or 640x480. Select the screen output format if you are connecting the
monitor to the S-VHS or VHS port. Select NTSC or PAL.
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▐ Region Preset
Select a preset for your region. Select either Global or Region 1, and reboot.
▐ Printer
You can configure the Printing Preferences for the printer. After connecting the Samsung
CLP-615NDK printer, and when the name of the printer is changed to Samsung CLP-
615NDK Copy 1, you can use Printing Preferences settings to change the Paper settings for
615NDK from Letter to A4.
▐ Display Information
■ System Name
Select the System Name displayed in the title area of the screen between the Samsung
logo and the model name.
■ Frequency Display
Turn on/off the probe frequency displayed in the title area of the screen.
▐ Tender Setting
Select a preset for your region. For Tender, select either Default or Russia and reboot the
system.
Options are added and deleted by using the Unlock/Lock method; Unlock means that an option
can be used, while Lock means that the option cannot be used.
▐ Options
This shows the types of optional software that can be installed on the product. Optional
software for HS70A includes the following:
SMART4D Realistic Vue
CW Function AutoIMT+
Cardiac Measurement E-Breast
DICOM 2D NT
XI STIC Mobile Export
Elastoscan 5D Follicle
Panoramic Arterial Analysis
Stressecho DICOM Q/R
Strain+ CEUS+
ADVR S-Detect
E-Thyroid
▐ Status
Status: Shows the current status of optional software.
Lock_Not Installed: Hardware is not connected.
Lock_Unregistered: The software license has not been registered yet.
Lock_Installed: Hardware is installed but cannot be used yet.
Unlock_Permanent: The hardware or software can be used for an unlimited period.
UnlLock_Restricted: The hardware or software can be used only for a certain period of time.
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Adding an Option
Troubleshooting
Power Issues............................................................................................................... 2
Monitor ........................................................................................................................ 4
Image ........................................................................................................................... 6
Power Issues
1. Make sure the power cord is properly plugged and power switch is on.
- If the fan works, the problem is likely to be caused by some reason other than the
Power Supply.
- If the fan does not work, it is likely that the PC Power has failed.
A software error may have occurred, or the PC Motherboard and/or Main Board may have failed.
1. Press and hold the Power Switch for at least 3 seconds, and the power will turn off
automatically.
However, the power will not turn off if hardware such as the printer hasn’t stopped
working yet, or if an OS error has occurred.
2. If the method in "1" fails to turn off the power, it is likely that the PC board and/or BE
board have failed.
Chapter 7. Troubleshooting 7-3
The power cord, PC Motherboard, and/or Main Board may have failed.
1. Make sure the power cord is properly plugged and power switch is on.
3. If the problem is not solved by the methods in ‘1’ and ‘2’, it is likely that the PC
Motherboard, PCI Board, DVI Board, and/or LCD IF Board have failed.
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Monitor
The DVI Cable, VGA Cable, the monitor, or the PC part may have failed.
4. If the method in '1' and '2' fails to solve the problem, it is likely that the monitor and/or
PC part have failed.
Screen is Discolored
The DVI Cable, the monitor, or the PC Part may have failed.
2. If the method in '1' fails to solve the problem, it is likely that the monitor and/or PC part
have failed.
Error Messages
A temporary error in the software or a temporary failure of the product may have occurred.
1. Force the power to turn off, and turn the power back on 1 to 2 minutes after.
2. If the method in “1” does not solve the problem, identify when the error message is
shown.
If the error occurs while WINDOWS is initiating, it is likely that the OS and/or PC part
have failed.
If the error occurs after the logo is displayed, it is likely that the System Software or
Ultrasound System part has failed.
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Image
Contact between the probe and the product may be poor, or the Main Board or DDM may have
failed.
1. Check whether the contact between the probe and the system is poor.
2. Check the probe for vibrating sound. If you can hear the sound, it is likely that the DDM
has failed.
3. If the methods in "1" and "2" fail to solve the problem, it is likely that the Main Board has
failed.
1. Check whether the product is sharing its power outlet with another appliance.
Sharing a power outlet with a motor or other appliance that consumes large amount of
power may cause noise.
2. Check whether the symptom persists when you plug the system into an outlet in a
different room.
3. If the methods in "1" and "2" fail to solve the problem, it is likely that the Main Board has
failed.
Error Code
40 BF Board FPGA_DOWNLOAD_ERROR_BF
Caution ........................................................................................................................ 2
Preparation ................................................................................................................................. 2
Monitor Disassembly................................................................................................................... 8
Caution
This chapter describes the procedure for disassembling and assembling HS70A. Refer to this
chapter when you are upgrading or servicing the system’s hardware.
■ Do not wear an antistatic wrist strap while you are working with the
product powered on. You may sustain an electrical injury.
Preparation
You will need the following items: A Phillips (+) screwdriver, antistatic gloves, and an antistatic
wrist strap.
Turn off the power of the product and detach the battery.
Wear antistatic gloves and wrist strap when you are disassembling or
NOTE reassembling the product. They help to prevent accidents to the engineer
and product failure caused by static electricity.
1. Remove 3 screws and pull the front cover to the front to detach.
1. Remove 10 screws on the floor of the control panel and lift the CP module to detach.
Monitor Disassembly
1. Push the edge of the Coverdml and pull in the arrow direction to detach (not screw).
4. Remove 4 screws which fix the arm and detach the arm.
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Chapter 8. Disassembly and Assembly 8 - 11
To assemble the product, follow the disassembly procedure described in this chapter in reverse
order.
Chapter 9
Chapter 5 Probes
Probes
Probes ............................................................................................ 2
Ultrasound Transmission Gel ......................................................................... 13
Using Sheath ................................................................................................. 14
Probe Precautions ......................................................................................... 15
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Probe .............................................................. 17
MPTEE Probe (optional) ................................................................................ 34
Biopsy .......................................................................................... 39
Biopsy Kit Components .................................................................................. 39
Using the Biopsy Kit ....................................................................................... 40
Assembling the Biopsy Kit.............................................................................. 42
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Biopsy Kit........................................................ 46
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Probes
The probe is a device that sends and receives ultrasound for acquiring image data. It is also
called a Transducer or Scanhead.
The system limits patient contact temperature to 43°C, and acoustic output values to their
respective U.S. FDA limits. A power protection fuse circuit protects against overcurrent
conditions. If the power monitor protection circuit senses an overcurrent condition, then the drive
current to the probe is shut off immediately, preventing overheating of the probe surfaces and
limiting acoustic output.
▌ Probe List
The ultrasound image scanner uses probes to obtain graphic data of the human body and
then displays it on the screen. Always use application-specific probes in order to obtain the
best quality images. It is also important to use a preset that is best suited to the particular
organ being scanned.
■ Function list
The probe- and application-specific functions of this product are as follows:
Multi Clear Q Elasto
Probe Application Har S-Har ECG Biopsy
Vision Vision Scan Scan
O
(Only
Small Parts O O O O O O O
Breast,
Thyroid)
L3-12A Vascular O O O O O O X O
MSK O X O O O O X O
OB O X O O O X X O
Abdomen O O O O O O X O
O
(Only
Small Parts O X O O O O O
Breast,
LA3- Thyroid)
16A
Vascular O X O O O O X O
MSK O X O O O O X O
LA3- MSK O X O O O O X X
16AI Intraoperative O X O O O O X X
Small Parts O O O O O O X O
Vascular O O O O O O X O
LA2-9A
Abdomen O O O O O O X O
MSK O O O O O O X O
O
(Only
Small Parts O O O O O O O
Breast,
LA4- Thyroid)
18B
Vascular O O O O O O X O
MSK O O O O O O X O
Abdomen O O O O O X X X
OB O O O O O X X X
CA1-7A O
Gynecology O O (Except O O X X O
Adnexa)
MSK O O O O O X X O
O
Abdomen O O (Only O O X X O
General)
CA2-8A
OB O O O O O X X O
Gynecology O O X O O X X O
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Abdomen O O O O O X X O
CA2-9A OB O O O O O X X O
Gynecology O O O O O X X O
Abdomen O O O O O X X O
CA3- OB O O O O O X X O
10A Gynecology O O O O O X X O
Pediatric O O O O O X X O
PA4- Cardiac O O X O O O X X
12B Pediatric O O X O O X X X
Pediatric X X O O O X X X
CF4-9
Vascular X X O O O X X X
OB O X O O O X X X
E3-12A Gynecology O X O O O X O X
Urology O X O O O X O X
OB O X O O O X X O
EA2-
Gynecology O X O O O X O O
11B
Urology O X O O O X O O
OB O X O O O X X O
VR5-9 Gynecology O X O O O X O O
Urology O X O O O X O O
Abdomen O O X O O X X X
PA3-8B Pediatric O O X O O X X X
Cardiac O O X O O O X X
Abdomen O O X O O X X X
PA1-5A Cardiac O O X O O O X X
TCD O O X O O X X X
Abdomen O O X O O X X X
PE2-4 Cardiac O O X O O O X X
TCD O O X O O X X X
Abdomen O O X O O X X O
CV1-8A OB O O O O O X X O
Gynecology O O X O O X X O
Small Parts O X O O O X X O
LV3-14A
Vascular O X O O O X X O
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 7
MSK O X O O O X X O
OB O X O O O X X O
V5-9 Gynecology O X O O O X X O
Urology O X O O O X X O
CW4.0 Cardiac X X X X O O X X
Cardiac X X X X O O X X
CW6.0
Vascular X X X X O O X X
DP2B Cardiac X X X X O O X X
Cardiac X X X X O O X X
DP8B
Vascular X X X X O O X X
MMPT3-
Cardiac O O X X O O X X
7
Small Parts X X O O X X
Vascular X X O O X X
L3-12A MSK X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X X
Small Parts X X O O X X
LA3-16A Vascular X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
LA3-16AI
Intraoperative X X O O X X
Small Parts X X O O X X
Vascular X X O O X X
LA2-9A
Abdomen X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
Small Parts X X O O X X
LA4-18B Vascular X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X X
CA1-7A O O
OB (Only Fetal X (Except Fetal O X X
Heart) Heart)
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Gynecology X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X X
O O
CA2-8A OB (Only Fetal X (Except Fetal O X X
Heart) Heart)
Gynecology X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X X
O X
CA2-9A OB X O X X
(Fetal Heart) (Fetal Heart)
Gynecology X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
CA3-10A
Gynecology X X O O X X
Pediatric X X O O X X
Cardiac O O X X O O
PA4-12B
Pediatric X X O O X O
Pediatric X X O O X X
CF4-9
Vascular X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
E3-12A Gynecology X X O O X X
Urology X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
EA2-11B Gynecology X X O O X X
Urology X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
VR5-9 Gynecology X X O O X X
Urology X X O O X X
Abdomen X X O O X O
PA3-8B Pediatric X X O O X O
Cardiac O O X X O O
Abdomen X X O O X O
PA1-5A Cardiac O O X X O O
TCD X X O O X O
Abdomen X X O O X O
PE2-4
Cardiac O O X X O O
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 9
TCD X X O O X O
Abdomen X X O O X X
O O
(Only Fetal (Except Fetal
CV1-8A OB X O X X
Heart, Fetal Heart, Fetal
Heart_Pen) Heart_Pen)
Gynecology X X O O X X
Small Parts X X O O X X
LV3-14A Vascular X X O O X X
MSK X X O O X X
OB X X O O X X
V5-9 Gynecology X X O O X X
Urology X X O O X X
CW4.0 Cardiac X X X X X O
Cardiac X X X X X O
CW6.0
Vascular X X X X X O
DP2B Cardiac X X X X X O
Cardiac X X X X X O
DP8B
Vascular X X X X X O
MMPT3-7 Cardiac X X X X O O
■ Do not use the Gel Warmer for purposes other than to control the
temperature of ultrasound gel.
■ Do not place the probe or any other equipment inside the Gel Warmer.
CAUTION ■ Do not touch the power terminal of the Gel Warmer while you are examining
a patient. There is a risk of electric shock from leakage current.
■ Do not apply excessive force to the Gel Warmer, or you may damage its
support parts.
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Using Sheath
Sheaths are recommended for clinical applications of an invasive nature, including
intraoperative, transrectal, transvaginal, and biopsy procedures.
Samsung Medison does not supply sheaths, so you should purchase appropriate supplies from
your regular supplier.
Probe Precautions
The probe can easily be damaged by improper use or by coming into contact with certain
chemical substances. Always follow the instructions in the user manual to inspect the probe
cable, case and lens before and after each use.
Check for cracks, broken parts, leaks and sharp edges. If there is any damage, immediately
stop using the probe and contact Samsung Medison’s servicing department. Using damaged
probes may result in electric shocks and other hazards to the patients and/or users.
The ultrasonographic image scanner uses ultrasound, and it makes direct contact with the
patient when in use. Depending on the types of examinations, such contact can be made to
a wide variety of locations, including the ordinary skin or the location of blood transfusion
during surgery.
The most effective method to prevent infection among patients is to use each probe only
once. However, probes may need to be reused, as they are complex in design and
expensive. Consequently, the safety instructions must be followed carefully in order to
minimize the risk of infection among patients.
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▌ Electric Shocks
The probe uses electrical energy. If it touches conductive materials, there are risks of electric
shocks to the patient or the user.
■ Always use protective eyewear and gloves when cleaning and disinfecting
probes.
■ Inspect the housing, strain relief, lens and seal for damage, and check for
WARNING any functional problem after cleaning and disinfecting the probe.
Classification
Contact Area Application Probe Level Selection
Criteria
*Guidance for Industry and FDA Staff - Information for Manufacturers Seeking Marketing
Clearance of Diagnostic Ultrasound Systems and Transducers - Appendix D
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Use an appropriate substance in accordance with the following tables. All probes are tested
under IPX 7 Criteria.
Disinfectants
7)
Sani-Cloth Bleach Germicidal
Sani-Cloth AF3 Germicidal
Sani-Cloth AF Germicidal
Tristel Sporicidal Wipe
Sani-Cloth Germicidal
Cleanisept wipe forte
Cleanisept Wipes
Sani-Cloth Active
Super Sani-Cloth
Transeptic Spray
7)
Sani-Cloth Plus
Sani-Cloth HB
Incidin Foam
Ster-Bac Blu
Septiwipes
Tristel Duo
T-Spray II
T-Spray
Names
Type S W S S W W W W W W W W L W S S W W
Disinfectant Level
H H L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L L
(High/Low)
Chlorine dioxide
Ammonium
Ammonium
Ammonium
Quaternary
Quaternary
Chlorides
(N-Alkyl)
(N-Alkyl)
Active Ingredient
L3-12A ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
LA3-16A ● ● ●
LA3-16AI ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
LA2-9A ◆ ◆ ◎ ▣ ▲
LA4-18B
CA1-7A ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
CA2-8A ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
CA2-9A ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
CA3-10A × ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●
CF4-9 ◆ ◆ ◎ ◆
E3-12A ●
EA2-11B ◆ ◆ ◎ ▣ ▲
V5-9
Type
DP8B
DP2B
PE2-4
VR5-9
CW6.0
CW4.0
Names
PA1-5A
PA3-8B
CV1-8A
LV3-14A
PA4-12B
MMPT3-7
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
●
S
H
Tristel Duo
Chlorine dioxide
●
H
W
Tristel Sporicidal Wipe
●
●
●
●
●
L
S
◆
◆
◆
◆
◆
T-Spray II
●
●
●
L
S
◆
◆
◆
◆
◆
T-Spray
●
●
●
●
●
●
L
W
◎
◎
◎
◎
Sani-Cloth HB
7)
●
●
●
●
L
W
Sani-Cloth Plus
L
W
▲
Sani-Cloth Active
Quaternary
●
●
L
W
●
●
●
●
L
W
●
●
●
●
L
W
●
L
W
▲
Septiwipes
●
L
W
▲
Cleanisept Wipes
L
L
▣
▣
▣
Ster-Bac Blu
Ammonium
L
●
W
▲
▲
▲
▲
Transeptic Spray
L
■
Quaternary
S
Incidin Foam
Ammonium
●
L
W
▲
Sani-Cloth Germicidal
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Type
CF4-9
VR5-9
L3-12A
Names
E3-12A
LA2-9A
PA3-8B
CA2-9A
CA2-8A
CA1-7A
LA4-18B
LA3-16A
EA2-11B
CA3-10A
LA3-16AI
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
L
W
Asepti-Wipes
Quaternary Ammonium
L
W
Asepti-Wipes II
(N-Alkyl)
7)
L
W
CaviWipes
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L
Alcohol W MetriWipes
7)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
▣
▣
▣
▣
Glutaraldehyde Cidex
2,3,7)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
▲
▲
▲
▲
Ortho-phthalaldehyde Cidex OPA
L
●
●
●
●
●
H
Cidex 2%
2)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
◇
◇
◇
◇
Cidex Plus
2,7)
L
●
H
Metricide
Glutaraldehyde
Disinfectants
▣
▣
▣
▣
Metricide 14
7)
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
Metricide 28
7)
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
Metricide 30
×
●
●
●
●
H
●
L
Omnicide 28
L
●
H
×
●
●
●
●
●
●
L
Omnicide - FG2
V5-9
Type
DP8B
DP2B
PE2-4
CW6.0
CW4.0
Names
PA1-5A
CV1-8A
LV3-14A
PA4-12B
MMPT3-7
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
L
W
Asepti-Wipes
Quaternary Ammonium
●
L
W
Asepti-Wipes II
(N-Alkyl)
7)
●
●
L
W
CaviWipes
L
W
Alcohol MetriWipes
7)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
Glutaraldehyde Cidex
2,3,7)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
▲
▲
▲
▲
Ortho-phthalaldehyde Cidex OPA
L
●
H
▣
Cidex 2%
2)
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
◇
◇
◇
Cidex Plus
2,7)
L
●
●
●
●
H
▣
▣
Metricide
Glutaraldehyde
Disinfectants
●
●
H
Metricide 14
7)
●
●
H
Metricide 28
7)
●
●
●
H
Metricide 30
●
●
H
●
●
●
●
L
Omnicide 28
L
●
●
●
H
Omnicide - FG2
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Type
CF4-9
VR5-9
L3-12A
Names
PA1-5A
PA3-8B
E3-12A
LA2-9A
CA2-9A
CA2-8A
CA1-7A
EA2-11B
LA4-18B
LA3-16A
CA3-10A
LA3-16AI
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
×
L
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Alcohol Nuclean
3)
×
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
▣
▣
▣
▣
Wavicide-01
H
Sekusept Extra
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H Salvanios pH 7
Glutaraldehyde
L
●
●
H
Salvanios pH 10
L
●
●
●
H
Steranios 2%
S
Surfaces Hautes
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Disinfectants
Milton
Sodium Hypochlorite
L
Bleach 5.25%
potassium 7)
L
●
H
Virkon
peroxymonosulfate
×
L
●
●
●
●
●
H
Sporox
Hydrogen Peroxide
7)
L
●
●
●
H
Sporox II
Succindialdehyde,
L
Gigasept
formaldehyde
3)
L
◎
◎
◎
◎
DP8B
DP2B
PE2-4
CW6.0
CW4.0
Names
CV1-8A
LV3-14A
PA4-12B
MMPT3-7
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
L
L
●
Alcohol Nuclean
3)
L
●
●
●
●
H
▣
▣
▣
▣
Wavicide-01
L
Sekusept Extra
L
Salvanios pH 7
Glutaraldehyde
L
●
●
H
Salvanios pH 10
L
●
●
H
Steranios 2%
●
S
Surfaces Hautes
L
◎
Nonionic surfactant Sekusept Plus
L
●
●
●
Milton
Disinfectants
Sodium Hypochlorite
L
Bleach 5.25%
potassium 7)
L
Virkon
peroxymonosulfate
L
●
H
Sporox
Hydrogen Peroxide
7)
L
●
H
Sporox II
Succindialdehyde,
L
Gigasept
formaldehyde
3)
L
●
●
H
◎
◎
◎
CF4-9
VR5-9
L3-12A
Names
PA3-8B
E3-12A
LA2-9A
CA2-9A
CA2-8A
CA1-7A
EA2-11B
LA4-18B
LA3-16A
CA3-10A
LA3-16AI
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
L
◎
◎
◎
◎
Bersteinsaure Gigasept FF
Chlorhexidine gluconate 7)
-
L
◎
◎
◎
◎
Hibitane
solution
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●
●
●
●
●
P
▲
▲
▲
▲
Citric Acid PeraSafe
Disinfectants
●
●
●
●
●
●
H
Peracetic Acid Anioxyde 1000
Soak
Peroxide OX RESERT
Dodecylphenolethoxylate,
●
L
Enzol
Sodium Xylene Sulfonate
●
Alkazyme
L/W
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Proteolytic Enzymes Cidezyme
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Klenzyme
Cleaner
Isopropyl alcohol
L
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
(70%)
Isopropyl alcohol
L
Alcohol
(80%)
L
Ethanol 75%
V5-9
Type
DP8B
DP2B
PE2-4
CW6.0
CW4.0
Names
PA1-5A
CV1-8A
LV3-14A
PA4-12B
MMPT3-7
(High/Low)
Active Ingredient
Disinfectant Level
L
●
H
◎
◎
◎
Bersteinsaure Gigasept FF
Chlorhexidine gluconate - 7)
L
◎
◎
Hibitane
solution
●
P
▲
▲
▲
▲
Citric Acid PeraSafe
Disinfectants
●
H
Peroxide OX RESERT
Dodecylphenolethoxylate,
●
●
●
●
L
Enzol
Sodium Xylene Sulfonate
Alkazyme
L/W
L
●
Proteolytic Enzymes Cidezyme
L
●
●
●
●
◐
Klenzyme
Cleaner
Isopropyl alcohol
L
●
●
●
●
(70%)
Isopropyl alcohol
L
Alcohol
(80%)
L
Ethanol 75%
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 25
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Cleaner Gel
3)
Aquasonics 100
GE Ultrasound
Natural Image
Clear Image
Contact Gel
Wavelength
McKesson
Metrizyme
Antigermx
Sonogel
Kendall
Names Trophon
SCAN
S1
Type L L G G G G G G G G
Disinfectant Level
(High/Low)
PCMX (Chloroxylenol)
Ammonium Chlorides
Propylene Glycol
NA
Active Ingredient
L3-12A ● ● ●
LA3-16A ● ● ●
LA3-16AI ● ● ●
LA2-9A ● ● ● ●
LA4-18B ●
CA1-7A ● ● ● ●
CA2-8A ● ● ● ●
CA2-9A ● ● ● ●
CA3-10A ● ● ● ×
CF4-9 ● ● ● ●
E3-12A ●
EA2-11B ● ● ●
VR5-9 ● ● ● ●
PA3-8B ● ● ● ●
PA1-5A ● ● ● ●
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 27
Cleaner Gel
3)
Aquasonics 100
GE Ultrasound
Natural Image
Clear Image
Contact Gel
Wavelength
McKesson
Metrizyme
Antigermx
Sonogel
Kendall
Names Trophon
SCAN
S1
Type L L G G G G G G G G
Disinfectant Level
(High/Low)
PCMX (Chloroxylenol)
Ammonium Chlorides
Propylene Glycol
NA
Active Ingredient
PA4-12B ● ● ● ●
PE2-4 ● ● ● ●
CV1-8A ● ● ● ●
LV3-14A ● ● ● ●
V5-9 ● ● ● ●
CW4.0
CW6.0 ● ● ●
DP2B ● ● ●
DP8B ● ●
MMPT3-7 ●
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TIP Symbols
The significance of each symbol is as follows:
(4) Discontinued
S Spray
W Wipe
L Liquid
P Powder
G Gel
Soak Soak
● Compatible
★ Staining may occur on housing parts; however, the acoustic performance and
image quality are not affected.
The following table includes information about the manufacturers (or Distributors) of
Detergents, Disinfectants, and Ultrasound Gels.
Product Manufacturer
Asepti-Wipes Ecolab
Asepti-Wipes II Ecolab
Bleach 5.25% -
CaviWipes Metrex
Cidezyme Johnson&Johnson
Enzol Johnson&Johnson
Ethanol 75% -
Kendall Tyco/Healthcare
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Product Manufacturer
Klenzyme Steris
Metricide 14 Metrex
Metricide 28 Metrex
Metricide 30 Metrex
Metricide Metrex
MetriWipes Metrex
Metrizyme Metrex
Nuclean Alkapharm
Sani-Cloth HB PDI
Product Manufacturer
Virkon DuPont
▌ Cleaning
Cleaning is an important procedure that is carried out before disinfecting the probe. The
probe must be cleaned after each use.
■ Do not use a surgical brush when cleaning probes. Even the use of soft
brushes can damage the probe.
■ During cleaning and disinfection, keep the parts of the probe that must
CAUTION remain dry higher than the other parts, until all parts are dry.
▌ Disinfection
-6
A 10 reduction in pathogens should be reached following the disinfection procedures in this
Manual and using the following Samsung Medison recommended solutions.
1. Follow the instructions on the disinfectant label for storage, use and disposal of the
disinfectant.
2. Mix the disinfectant compatible with your probe according to the instructions for solution
strength provided on the disinfectant’s label.
3. Immerse the probe into the disinfectant as shown in the illustration below.
4. Using the instructions provided on the disinfectant’s label, rinse the probe after the
immersion process is complete.
5. Air dry the probe, or towel it dry with a clean cloth.
■ Locked Mode
Makes the lens movement less natural than when left open, preventing movement of the
lens and head during use. If a red marker is shown when you rotate MMPT3-7’s silver
handle, the probe is locked.
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 35
Do not use the product in a temperature outside the range of 25°C or lower and
42°C or higher. It may cause damage to the human body.
DANGER
■ Do not transport the product while the MPTEE probe is placed in the probe
holder. The probe is not secured and it may fall.
■ To protect the patient and the probe, keep the probe in Unlocked state when
WARNING inserting the probe.
■ The image obtained with the TEE probe may differ from the image displayed
on screen. It is necessary to perform an inspection in advance to reduce the
risk of difference in images.
■ Familiarize yourself with the use and safety instructions for the TEE probe
completely before using it.
■ Use the probe only as an internal insertion probe.
When the temperature of the MPTEE probe exceeds 41°C, the following warnings are
displayed:
– 41.0°C ≤ TEE Temperature < 42.0°C: Estimated surface temperature of xx.x°C.
– 42.0°C ≤ TEE Temperature < 42.5°C: Estimated surface temperature of xx.x°C. Please
reduce the power value.
– 42.5°C ≤ TEE Temperature < 43.0°C: Estimated surface temperature of xx.x°C. Please
reduce the power value. Approaching thermal limit: 43.0°C.
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– TEE Temperature = 43.0°C: Estimated surface temperature of 43.0°C. Please reduce the
power value. Surface Temperature Reached: Currently 43.0°C.
– 43.0°C < TEE Temperature ≤ 50.0°C: Critical scanhead temperature. The system has
stopped transmit and returned to the Probe Selection Dialog.
– 50.0°C < TEE Temperature or TEE Temperature < 5.0°C: Error condition detected. The
System has stopped transmit and returned to the Probe Selection Dialog. Please contact
a Service Representative.
For the MPTEE probe, the following warnings are displayed, depending on the status of the
circuit:
– Short circuit or open circuit: Error condition detected. The System has stopped transmit
and returned to the Probe Selection Dialog. Please contact a Service Representative.
The probe is intended to be inserted into the human body; always keep it clean.
Never place the probe on the floor.
CAUTION
■ When the probe is not in use, place it in the probe holder located on the left
side of the console. The probe holder on the right side is not suitable for the
MPTEE probe.
NOTE ■ We recommend that you use pyrogen-free sheaths.
▌ Maintenance
Proper cleaning and disinfection prevent infectious diseases. The user must clean and
disinfect the probe by using an effective method, such as the one described in this user
manual.
Do not allow the handle or the probe connector to come in contact with
cleansing agent or disinfectant. Clean the handle and the cable with a moist
cloth; disinfect only the area between, and including, the scan head at the end
of the probe and the area marked as 100cm.
CAUTION
■ Cleaning
Never clean the probe with methanol or ethanol. Doing so may cause serious
problems with the product.
CAUTION
1. Remove the parts that do not need to be cleaned, and then clean the scan head and the
cable with gauze soaked in non-irritant cleansing solution. Mix non-irritant cleaning agent
in lukewarm water to prepare the cleansing solution; the recommended water
temperature is 26°C or lower.
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 37
2. Rinse the product with lukewarm water until the cleansing solution is completely removed.
3. Either air-dry or use a soft cloth to remove moisture.
■ Disinfection
Do not use ethanol, iodine, steam, heat, or ethylene oxide to disinfect the
product.
WARNING
■ Do not leave the probe in disinfectant solution for more than one hour.
■ The probe must be rinsed immediately after disinfection.
CAUTION
When necessary, disinfect the MPTEE probe with a liquid disinfectant. Cidex, Cidex-OPA,
Metricide, Omnicide, and Giasept solutions are suitable for disinfecting the MPTEE probe.
For the preparation methods and required immersion periods of the different disinfectant
solutions, refer to the instructions provided by the manufacturers.
1. Immerse the clean and dry surface of the probe in the disinfectant solution. Immerse
only the portion of the probe between the scan head at the end of the probe and the
area marked as 100cm.
2. Rinse away the disinfectant with water, and dry the probe completely before storage.
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Biopsy
A biopsy is an examination method that surgically extracts tissue from the patient for
examination. The probe and the biopsy kit are used together when conducting a biopsy with the
ultrasonographic image scanner.
The ultrasound system shows the needle, which penetrates through the skin surface and veins,
along with the examination location, minimizing the risk to the patient.
■ Do not attempt to use the biopsy until you read the instructions for installing
the sheath and verifying alignment of the needle guide.
■ Always ensure that the probe and the needle guide are secured on both the
WARNING left and the right.
■ Do not use in IVF, CVS, or PUBS procedures.
Ultrasonographic scanning using the biopsy kit must be conducted by medical doctors or
experienced medical staff with appropriate qualifications. Always, without fail, verify all safety
procedures and disinfection.
Other brands may not properly fit Samsung Medison probes. Use only Samsung Medison -
approved biopsy kits. Improper installation may result in patient discomfort.
Inspect all components. Ensure that the biopsy kit you are using is the correct one for the
probe, the system, and system software.
Chapter 5. Probes 5 - 41
▌ Biopsy Procedure
The system generates a needle guideline through the displayed real-time ultrasound images
to indicate the anticipated path of the needle. You can use this guideline to ensure that the
needle or instrument is following the correct path.
1. Ready the patient according to the procedure appropriate for the examination objectives.
2. Install the sheath and the biopsy kit.
3. Set the system controls for the biopsy procedure. If necessary, apply acoustic gel to the
patient.
4. Begin scanning the patient. Adjust the patient so that the location for examination fits into
the needle guideline on the screen.
5. Install the needle into the needle guide for use. Perform the puncture by sliding the
needle through the groove in the guide until the needle intercepts the target. To keep the
needle securely in the needle guide, press down on the top of the biopsy adapter with
your index finger.
6. When the examination location is reached, take the needle out of the needle guide.
7. Detach the needle guide, adapter and sheath from the probe.
8. Dispose of the components that are not designed for reuse.
■ The needle used for this alignment verification must not be used for the
actual procedure. Always use a new, sterile needle for each biopsy
procedure.
WARNING ■ To assist in accurate projection of the needle, use a straight, new needle for
each alignment procedure.
Alignment of the needle guide displayed on the system is for the purpose of verifying
whether the needle and the needle guide are properly installed. This must be done prior to
the biopsy examination. Contact Samsung Medison ‘s servicing department for service.
Reverberation or other tissue artifacts may produce false needle images, which can cause
confusion. Ensure that the needle path is along the guideline, and that you are not using a
false needle image to locate the needle.
1. Attach the biopsy kit.
2. Set the system depth for the procedure to be performed and select the Biopsy menu.
3. Immerse the probe into the water bath, and insert the needle into the needle guide.
4. Confirm that the needle image is on the needle guidelines. If so, the needle guide is
properly aligned.
5. If the needle image is out of the needle guideline, check the needle guide or the probe
adapter.
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2. Mount the biopsy adapter onto the probe. If the surface of probe is fluted, mount the
adapter in accordance with it.
3. Install the needle into the needle guide and start the exam.
2. Insert gel into the sheath. And cover the probe completely.
5. Install the needle into the needle guide and start the exam.
LV3-14A BP-KIT-030 Biopsy Adapter Stainless Reusable 14, 18, 21G 2(cm)
Bracket Reusable
14, 15, 16,
Utra-Pro II 40.7°, 33,
Acetal 17, 18, 20,
LA2-9A BP-KIT-043 27.6°/4, 5.5, 7
Needle Guides Copolymer Disposable 21, 22, 23,
(cm)
& CIV-Flex 8.5FR
Cover
Biopsy
Probe
Material of Reusable/ Needle Multi Angle
Model Component
adapter Disposable Gauge Depth
Always use protective eyewear and gloves when cleaning and disinfecting the
biopsy kit.
WARNING
-6
Wash and disinfect the biopsy kit to reduce pathogens to the level of 10 . Some components of
the biopsy kit may be disposable. Please read the biopsy kit user manual carefully before use.
■ Disinfection
1. Disinfect the adapter by autoclaving (Steam) or using gas (Ethylene Oxide).
2. After disinfection, follow the proper post-disinfection procedure for the disinfection
method used. (Please refer to the disinfection user manual, etc.)
3. Inspect the components for damage such as cracks, rust or breakage. If damage is
evident, discontinue use of the biopsy kit and contact Samsung Medison’s servicing
department.
■ Disinfection
Plastic biopsy kits can only be disinfected by using a chemically compatible cold-
disinfectant. Disinfection by autoclaving or by using gas or radiation will cause
damage to these parts.
CAUTION
Please refer to the user manual of the disinfectant for storage, use, and disposal of the
disinfectant.
1. Check the disinfection duration (generally 10 hours) and temperature of the
disinfectant.
2. After disinfection, follow the proper post-disinfection procedure for the disinfection
method used.
3. Inspect the components for damage such as cracks, rust or breakage. If damage is
evident, discontinue use of the biopsy kit and contact Samsung Medison’s servicing
department.
■ Sterilization
Maintenance
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System Maintenance
Using an inappropriate cleaning or sterilizing agent may damage the product. Please read the
following carefully.
Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet before cleaning and disinfecting, otherwise, there is a risk of
WARNING electric shock or fire.
Always use protective eyewear and gloves when cleaning and
disinfecting the product.
▐Cleaning
Do not use a spray directly on the product exterior. It may cause
cracks in the product or cause the color to deteriorate.
CAUTION
Do not use chemical substances such as wax, benzene, alcohol, paint
thinner, insecticide, aerosol deodorant, lubricant or detergent.
Console
Use a soft cloth lightly dampened with a mild soap or detergent solution to clean the
exterior surfaces of the system.
Cleaning Monitor
Wipe the LCD surface with a soft, dry cloth.
Touch Screen
Wipe the LCD surface with a soft dry cloth.
Trackball
CAUTION Make sure that liquids or other objects do not enter the system while
cleaning the trackball.
1. Turn the trackball rim counterclockwise to remove it from the control panel.
2. Wipe the trackball with a soft cloth and turn the trackball rim clockwise to reattach.
▐ Disinfecting
For disinfecting the product, disinfectants certified through the FDA 510 (k) process are
recommended. For more information, please refer to 'Chapter 5. Probes' in the User Manual.
1. Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
2. Mix the disinfectant solution that is compatible with your system to the solution strength
specified on the instruction label.
3. Wipe the system surfaces with the disinfectant solution, following the disinfectant’s
instructions for wipe durations, solution strength, and disinfectant contact duration.
4. Air dry or towel dry with a sterile cloth according to the instructions on the disinfectant’s
label.
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The air filters minimize the intake of dust. Clean the air filter to ensure that a clogged filter does
not cause the system to overheat and reduce the reliability and the system performance.
It is recommended that the air filters be cleaned once every three months.
Be sure to lock the brakes on the front wheels before cleaning the air filters
CAUTION to avoid injury by any unexpected movement of the product.
1. Pull out the filter under the front of the console and take it away from the product.
2. Shake the filter to remove the dust and wash it in a mild, soapy solution.
3. Afterwards, dry the filter with a cloth, then air dry it in the shade.
Allow the wet filter to dry thoroughly before reinstalling it. A wet filter can
NOTE cause the system to malfunction.
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Accuracy Check
The user must ensure that safety inspections are performed every 2
NOTE years according to the requirements of safety standard EN 60601-1.
Only trained persons are allowed to perform these safety inspections.
The product’s maintenance status may affect the measurements obtained when using the
product. The product should be maintained in an optimal state to ensure reliable measurements.
To ensure optimal operation of the product, perform an accuracy check every year. The
equations and table related to measurement accuracy are included in the Service Manual.
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Data Maintenance
Always keep a backup copy of all information related to the user settings in case of data loss.
Clients cannot back up the user settings of the product. Please contact the Samsung Medison
service engineer to obtain support for backup. However, clients can back up user settings of the
GA table used in OB measurements. For further information about this, please refer to the
HS70A User Manual.
You can back up the basic information and scanned images of patients. You can save the
backup manually; backups can only be saved to external media such as a CD or DVD. It is
recommended that back up is performed on a regular basis. For further information about this,
please refer to the HS70A User Manual.
Software
The product software may be updated to enhance performance. You cannot modify the
software on your own; a service representative will help you with any software modifications.
Minor software updates may be carried out without prior notice from the
CAUTION manufacturer.
If errors occur in the operating system (Windows), or you desire to upgrade the operating
system, please follow the instructions of the operating system manufacturer.
Chapter 11
Chapter 11 Service Part List
MI61-01021A BRACKET
MI68-03243A LABEL-ID
System Parts
ASSY-BOARD BE (WITHOUT PC
MI82-02357A
MODULE)
3001-002741 SPEAKER
MI61-01706A MAGNET
MI61-01766A RAIL
5903-005726 SSD
MI61-03308A MAGNET-CATCH
5903-006140 ODD
MI64-01911C KNOB-ENCORDER
MI64-02014A BUTTON-ENCORDER M
MI64-02015A BUTTON-ENCORDER PW
MI64-02017A BUTTON-ENCORDER 2D
Parts Renewal
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ASSY-BOARD BE (WI
BE board MI82-02357A 1 No Yes
THOUT PC MODULE)