GE Voluson S8 - 4.9.1 Annotation; 4.9.2 Auto Annotation

4.9.1 Annotation
This function enables text writing onto the ultrasound image using the keyboard, in freeze
mode or in scan mode, respectively. The inscription will be erased upon selection of a probe or
a program. Inscription is not possible outside the annotation area.
Operation:
1.
Activate the Annotation Mode via [ABC] key or [Space Bar].
2. Write the text desired using the keyboard.
Remarks:
•
The position of the cursor (“Home” position) can be changed by either:
•
Trackball
•
[Enter]
key (next line), or [Backspace]key (deletes the last character)
•
The Trackball, the [Home] key, or the arrow keys on the keyboard can set the left margin
of the image annotation.
This key has two functions
1.
without “Fn-key”: Places the cursor at the home position. .
2. with “Shift + [Set Home] F7” : Sets a new home position.
'Keyboard keys' on page 3-14
4.9.2 Auto Annotation
This function is provided to rapidly insert terms into the displayed image. 40 words for each
application are user-programmable. Programming of the TEXT AUTO function: 'General'
on
page 13-15
Screen
1. Activate the Annotation Mode with the [ABC] key or [Space bar]. The auto annotation
menu appears on screen.
Operating the System
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Voluson® S6/S8 Basic User Manual
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