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Chapter 3 - System Setup 3-1
Chapter 3
System Setup
Section 3-1
Overview
3-1-1 Purpose of Chapter 3
This chapter provides instructions for installing the Vivid q N ultrasound unit. Before beginning the
installation process, an appropriate site must be prepared, as described in Chapter 2 - Site
Preparations. Once the site has been prepared, installation can proceed as described in this chapter.
Included in this chapter are guidelines for transporting the unit to a new site, as well as procedures that
describe how to receive and unpack the equipment, and (if necessary) how to file a damage or loss
claim. Instructions for checking and testing the unit, probes, and external peripherals for electrical safety
are also provided.
NOTE: As described in "Installation Acceptance Test Criteria" on page 3-180, a Vivid q N ultrasound
scanner is ready for use after the system has been configured successfully in accordance with
the information provided in - System Setup (this chapter).
NOTE: Depending on the customer’s specific requirements, the Vivid q N portable ultrasound scanner
may have been supplied with or without the SafeLock Cart (optional). Where applicable, the
installation procedures for each scenario are clearly identified in this chapter.
Table 3-1 Contents in Chapter 3
Section Description Page Number
3-1
Overview
3-1
3-2
Installation Reminders
3-2
3-3
Receiving the Vivid q N
3-5
3-4
Unpacking the Equipment
3-8
3-5
Preparing for Installation
3-12
3-6
Ensuring Protection from EMI
3-19
3-7
Completing the Hardware Installation
3-20
3-8
Mounting the Vivid q N on the SafeLock Cart (optional)
3-65
3-9
Configuration
3-69
3-10
Connectivity Setup
3-85
3-11
Storing and Transporting the Unit
3-179
3-12
Completing the Installation Paperwork
3-180