Mindray TEX20 Operator's Manual

13 Probes and Biopsy
Operator’s Manual 13 - 7
13.1.3 Orientation of the Ultrasound Image and the Probe
Head
The orientation of the ultrasound image and the probe are shown as below. The “M” side of the
ultrasound image on the monitor corresponds to the mark side of the probe, for the laparoscopic
probe, the probe orientation starting side is located on the end of the distal tip away from the
handle. Check the orientation before the examination (Using a linear probe as an example).
No. Item Description
1. Probe head Converts the electrical signal into an ultrasonic signal,
focusing the sound beams in a given direction; meanwhile, it
receives the reflected ultrasonic signal and converts it into an
electrical signal for transmission over the cable. The lens on
the surface is the acoustic lens. Apply ultrasound gel on the
acoustic lens for correct operation.
2. Needle-guided
bracket fix tabs and
grooves
Provides mounting support of the needle-guided bracket.
NOTE:
This structure of probes in the figure above may vary with
the matched needle-guided brackets.
3. Probe cable Transmits electrical signals between the probe body and
connector.
4. Probe connector Connects the probe and cable to the ultrasonic diagnostic
system.
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Mindray TEX20 Specifications

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Brand	Mindray
Model	TEX20
Category	Diagnostic Equipment
Language	English