Probes
Vivid i User’s Manual 269
2378958-100 Rev. 02
Probe Integration
This section covers:
• Connecting the probe
• Activating the probe
• Disconnecting the probe
Connecting the probe
Probes can be connected at any time, whether the unit is on or
off.
To connect a probe:
1. Hold the probe connector horizontally with the cable
pointing towards you.
2. The lever on the Vivid i should be down all the way.
3. Align the connector with the probe port and carefully push
into place.
4. Lift the lever on the Vivid i up all the way.
5. Position the probe cable so that it is not resting on the floor.
Activating the probe
When a probe is connected to the unit it is automatically
detected.
CAUTION
Do not allow the probe head to hang freely. Impact to the probe
head may result in irreparable damage.
WARNING
Do NOT touch the patient and any of the connectors on the
ultrasound unit simultaneously, including ultrasound probe
connectors.
CAUTION
Take the following precautions with the probe cables:
• Keep free from the wheels.
• Do not bend cable sharply.
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