GE HEALTHCARE
DIRECTION FQ091013, REVISION 1 VIVID I N AND VIVID Q N SERVICE MANUAL
Chapter 3 - System Setup 3-29
3-7-1-4 Sony UP-D897 B/W Video Printer
The B/W Printer connection in the different scenarios is explained below.
NOTE: After physical connection of the printer to the Vivid i n/ Vivid q Nsystem, to configure the appropriate hot
keys to activate printing direct from the control panel, follow the instructions in Configuring Hot Keys to
Activate Printing Direct from the Control Panel on page 3-22.
• No SafeLock Cart - connection directly to the Vivid i n/ Vivid q N system
The B/W Printer can be connected to either of the USB ports (upper or lower) on the rear connectors
panel.
When connecting the B/W Printer directly to the system, it is necessary to use an additional power
source. As a safety precaution, this must be done via an isolation transformer.
The B/W Printer can be connected once the system is powered ON, or after shutdown. All software
drivers for the B/W Printer are pre-configured and installed designated to be used with the specific
B/W Printer supplied by GE Medical Systems.
WARNING Do not attempt to use a different type of B/W Printer (brand or model) other than the
B/W Printer provided by GE Medical Systems. The ultrasound system is an extremely sensitive
and complex medical system. Any unauthorized peripherals may cause system failure or
damage!
• No SafeLock Cart - connection via USB hub
As stated above. Safety considerations must be taken into account. The B/W Printer must be
powered via an isolation transformer. Either USB port may be used to communicate with the
device.
• Vivid i n/ Vivid q N mounted on SafeLock Cart
The B/W Printer may be connected to any of the USB outlets provided on the SafeLock Cart. You
must use the additional power source to activate the B/W Printer. However, this must be powered
from the SafeLock Cart itself, via one of the isolated peripheral power outlets provided on the cart.
NOTE: Once the printer is connected, perform the following functionality check:
• B/W and Color Printer Test on page 4-29 should be performed
NOTICE
IMPORTANT During Stand-by mode, it is NOT recommended to introduce or remove USB
devices; this may cause the system to lock-up during the boot-up procedure.
Figure 3-21 Black and White Printer