VIII 
Conventions 
This manual uses the following way to mark keys on the control panel and words displayed on 
the screen. 
Keys on the control panel are marked with < >. For example, <Back> represents the “Back” 
key on the control panel. 
Words displayed on the screen are marked with [ ]. For example, [B MEAS] represents the 
name of the “B MEAS” menu. 
Figures 
Depending on the model, software version, preset, options and so on, the figures in this 
manual may appear different from what you see from your system. 
The figures in this manual are only for reference or explanation. 
Safety Precautions 
Be sure to observe the following safety precautions. 
DANGER:
Do not use flammable gasses such as anesthetic gas, 
oxygen or hydrogen, or flammable liquids such as 
ethanol, near the system and probes, because there is 
danger of explosion. 
 
WARNING: 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
1. Only medical personnel fully trained in clinical 
examination techniques can use the system. 
2.  Connect the power plug of the system to the wall 
receptacle properly grounded and meeting the ratings 
indicated on the rating nameplate.   
3.  When the system is connected with other equipments, be 
sure to connect their equipotential terminals before 
inserting any of their power plugs into a receptacle, and 
also, be sure to remove the power plugs from receptacles 
before disconnecting the equipotential terminals. 
4.  Use peripherals and optional parts provided with the 
system or recommended. Use cables provided with the 
system. Use other peripherals or cables may degrade 
system performance or even cause electric shock.