What to do if the Volcano Mouse catheter image is dark?
- JJohn JamesSep 1, 2025
The catheter produces a blank (dark) image in the system. Replace the catheter. If the condition persists, call Technical Support.
What to do if the Volcano Mouse catheter image is dark?
The catheter produces a blank (dark) image in the system. Replace the catheter. If the condition persists, call Technical Support.
Why does Volcano CORE Mobile Mouse say 'The current case is still open'?
The system cannot switch to FFR if there is an open case. End or delete the open case before switching to FFR.
What to do if Volcano CORE Mobile Mouse displays 'Error starting video loop recording'?
The hard drive may be full. Archive cases and delete them from the hard drive, then try to record the video loop again. If the problem persists, call Technical Support.
What to do if Volcano CORE Mobile displays 'PIM Power Failure'?
The PIM has detected an undesirable high power condition for the catheter in use. Replace the catheter. If the message persists, contact Technical Support.
What to do if Volcano CORE Mobile displays 'No Catheter'?
The patient interface module does not have a catheter plugged in. Plug in a catheter.
What to do if my Volcano Mouse says 'Catheter Failure'?
The catheter is drawing too much current from the patient interface module. Replace the catheter.
What to do if Volcano CORE Mobile displays 'No Paper or Ink'?
The printer is out of paper or ink. Replenish the paper or ink.
Information regarding patents associated with the system.
Details on trademarks used by the system.
Essential safety guidelines for operating the Volcano system.
Important safety notes for using the Patient Interface Module and catheters.
Explains the purpose and applications of the Volcano system.
Details system's intended uses, contraindications, and potential side effects.
Introduces the main hardware components of the Volcano system.
Describes the display monitor and control console functions.
Details the PIM, compatible catheters, and available system options.
Guides through turning on the system and configuring software defaults.
Explains essential settings within System, Image, and Archive tabs.
Outlines steps for preparing the system before each IVUS case.
Details connecting the PIM, catheter, and entering patient information.
Describes inserting the catheter and adjusting image parameters.
Explains using VH, ChromaFlo, and Ringdown features for image enhancement.
Provides instructions for capturing video loops during IVUS procedures.
Explains how to save single image frames from live or recorded data.
Covers accessing and viewing saved frames and video loops.
Details playback controls, rapid review, and bookmarking within video loops.
Explains the In-Line Digital display and rotating the tomographic view.
Guides on performing diameter and area measurements on IVUS images.
Explains adding annotations and calculating percent difference.
Introduces VH IVUS for tissue classification and how to activate it.
Covers using the VH display screen and editing borders.
Explains the ChromaFlo feature for visualizing blood flow.
Details adjusting ChromaFlo sensitivity and defining the region of interest.
Describes the process of concluding an IVUS case and saving data.
Provides instructions for removing completed cases from the system.
Covers methods for archiving cases, including DVD and DICOM.
Explains entering patient data and switching between system modes.
Guides on how to retrieve and delete IVUS cases from the system.
Instructions for safely powering down and unplugging the system.
Explains the Image Export feature for transferring IVUS data.
Lists common system messages and their corresponding solutions.
Discusses common artifacts, their causes, and resolution methods.
Outlines required service intervals and user-performed maintenance tasks.
Details cleaning, disinfecting, and PC cooling maintenance.
Lists technical details for imaging catheters and video display.
Details electrical, EMC, and safety compliance information for the system.
Provides essential performance metrics, acoustic outputs, and measurement accuracy.
Defines statistics and results obtained from VH IVUS measurements.
Details the methodology and accuracy analysis for VH IVUS technology.
Guides on configuring DICOM and network settings for data transfer.
Explains how to configure DICOM storage and worklist servers.