GE Vscan Extend - User Manual

Technical Publications
Vscan Extend™
Version 1.0
User Manual
5721203-100 — English
Rev. D
Operating Documentation
Copyright © 2016 By General Electric Co.

GE Vscan Extend Specifications

General

Type	Handheld Ultrasound System
Imaging Modes	B-mode, Color Doppler, Pulsed Wave Doppler
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, DICOM
Storage	Internal storage
Operating System	Android-based
Applications	Cardiac, Abdominal, Lung, Vascular, Musculoskeletal
Regulatory	FDA, CE

Summary

Regulatory requirement

European Directive Compliance

Product compliance with European Directive 93/42/EEC.

Conformance Standards

Standards and Directives

Warnings

Important Safety Considerations

Critical warnings for safe operation and to prevent injury.

Contact Information

Contacting GE Ultrasound

Vscan Extend Battery

Battery Component Details

Initial use

First Time Use Setup

Steps required for the initial setup and use of the device.

Powering the Device On;Off

Vscan Extend activation

Device Activation Methods

Explains the different scenarios for activating the Vscan Extend device.

Chapter 5 - Using Vscan Extend

Scanning Operations

Guidelines and recommendations for performing ultrasound scans.

Patient Examination

Procedures for creating and managing patient exams.

Saving a New Exam

Measurements

Taking Measurements on Images

How to perform distance and other measurements on ultrasound images.

Review and recall of stored data

Recommended Backups

Procedures and recommendations for backing up patient data.

Backup Procedures

Patient Data Backup Process

Step-by-step guide for backing up patient data to a microSD card.

Restore Procedures

Restoring Patient Data

Using Vscan Extend Apps

Bladder Volume App Overview

Lung Protocol Application

Installing Lung Protocol App

Lung Protocol Settings

Vscan Extend Maintenance

System Care and Maintenance

Overview of procedures for system care and maintenance.

Cleaning and Disinfection

Cleaning the Device

Upgrade Software

Scanner Software Upgrade

Troubleshooting

Vscan Extend Troubleshooting Guide

Common problems and their solutions for the Vscan Extend.

System Warning Messages

System Errors

Explanation of system errors and warning messages.

Privacy and Security

Introduction to Privacy & Security

Overview of privacy and security considerations for the Vscan Extend.

Network Connectivity

System Interconnections Overview

Information Protection

Network Security Measures

Techniques for securing the network environment for the Vscan Extend.

Wireless Security

Wireless Security Protocols

System Protection

Vscan Extend System Protection

Details on system configuration for continuous privacy and security.

Personal Information Collected

Information Collection and Use

Protection of Personal Information

Authorizing Data Collection

IT Network Failure Risks

Hazardous Situations from Network Failures