8 Transducers
The transducer that you select is the most important factor in image quality.
Optimal imaging cannot be obtained without the correct transducer. The
system is optimized for use based on your transducer selection.
The system limits patient contact temperature to 43 degrees Celsius, and
acoustic output values to their respective U.S. Food and Drug Administration
limits. A power-protection circuit protects against over-current conditions. If
the power monitor protection circuit senses an over-current condition, then
the drive voltage to the transducer is shut off immediately, preventing
overheating of the transducer surface and limiting acoustic output. Validation
of the power protection circuit is done under normal system operation.
WARNING
To limit potential harm when scanning neonatal, pediatric, and medicated
patients, minimize the time spent imaging at temperatures above 41°C (106°F).
Selecting a Transducer
When the system is turned on, the system initializes the transducer that is
connected to the leftmost connector, unless you have defined another
transducer as the default transducer. If you have set a default transducer and
it is connected, then the system initializes that transducer. For information on
setting a default transducer, see "Setting the Default Transducer and Preset"
on page 206.
You can select among the four connected transducers during system operation.
1. Touch Preset/Transducer.
2. On the Preset/Transducer touch screen, touch a transducer button to
select a transducer.
3. Touch the clinical option preset you want to use.
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