GE HEALTHCARE
DIRECTION FQ091013, REVISION 1 VIVID I N AND VIVID Q N SERVICE MANUAL
5-2 Section 5-2 - General Information
Section 5-2
General Information
The Vivid i n/ Vivid q N system is an ultra-light handheld ultrasound scanner that can be used with both
phased, linear and curved array ultrasound probes and Doppler (Pedof) probes.
Weighing only 5 kg (11 lb), each system is extremely versatile and - depending upon the installed
software - can be used for various imaging modes, such as:
• 2D Gray Scale and 2D Color Flow imaging
• M-Mode Gray Scale imaging
• Color M-Mode
• Doppler
• Different combinations of the above modes
5-2-1 Introduction
The Vivid i n and Vivid q N systems are equipped with a highly efficient power supply, resulting in low
power consumption and minimal acoustical noise. Among other significant features are the following:
• Integrated, low-power Front End (uses advanced ASIC and FGPA technologies).
• Open connectivity using multiple USB ports
• High-performance 15" LCD monitor
• Low profile, backlit keyboard
Figure 5-1 Front and Side View of the Vivid i n/ Vivid q NSystem
Operator Panel
Pencil Probe Connector
ECG Connector
2 x USB Ports
RS Probe Connector
(not visible in illustration - recommended for
connection of USB storage devices e.g. Memory Stick)