Mindray DC-T6 User manual

DC-T6 Diagnostic Ultrasound System
Operator’s Manual
[Basic Volume]

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Contents
Contents.................................................................................................................................. i
Intellectual Property Statement .......................................................................................................... I
Responsibility on the Manufacturer Party........................................................................................... I
Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ II
Exemptions................................................................................................................................... II
Customer Service Department ..................................................................................................... II
Company Contact........................................................................................................................ III
Important Information ....................................................................................................................... III
About This Manual............................................................................................................................IV
Notation Conventions .......................................................................................................................IV
Operator’s Manuals ..........................................................................................................................IV
Manuals on Paper ............................................................................................................................IV
Software Interfaces in this Manual ....................................................................................................V
Conventions.......................................................................................................................................V
1Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Safety Classification .............................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Meaning of Signal Words .....................................................................................................1-1
1.3 Meaning of Safety Symbols.................................................................................................. 1-2
1.4 Safety Precautions ...............................................................................................................1-2
1.5 Latex Alert...........................................................................................................................1-10
1.6 Warning Labels................................................................................................................... 1-11
2System Overview ........................................................................................................2-1
2.1 Intended Use ........................................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Contraindication....................................................................................................................2-1
2.3 Product and Model Code...................................................................................................... 2-1
2.4 Product Specifications ..........................................................................................................2-2
2.4.1 Imaging Modes ............................................................................................................. 2-2
2.4.2 Power supply ................................................................................................................2-2
2.4.3 Environmental Conditions.............................................................................................2-3
2.4.4 External Dimensions and Weight..................................................................................2-3
2.5 System Configuration ...........................................................................................................2-4
2.5.1 Standard Configuration .................................................................................................2-4
2.5.2 Options..........................................................................................................................2-4
2.6 Introduction of Each Unit ......................................................................................................2-9
2.7 I/O panel .............................................................................................................................2-10
2.8 Power Supply Panel ........................................................................................................... 2-11
2.9 Physiological-signal Panel.................................................................................................. 2-12
2.10 Control Panel......................................................................................................................2-13
2.11 Symbols..............................................................................................................................2-17
3System Preparation.....................................................................................................3-1
3.1 Move/Posit the System.........................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Power Supply .......................................................................................................................3-1
3.2.1 Connecting AC Power Supply.......................................................................................3-1
3.2.2 Powered by Batteries....................................................................................................3-3
3.2.3 Equipotential Terminal...................................................................................................3-3
3.3 Power ON /OFF....................................................................................................................3-4
3.3.1 Powering ON the System .............................................................................................3-4

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3.3.2 Powering OFF the System............................................................................................3-5
3.3.3 Standby .........................................................................................................................3-6
3.4 Control Panel Position Adjusting ..........................................................................................3-7
3.5 Monitor Adjusting..................................................................................................................3-7
3.5.1 Monitor Position Adjusting ............................................................................................ 3-7
3.5.2 Adjusting Brightness/Contrast on the Monitor ..............................................................3-8
3.6 Connecting a Probe..............................................................................................................3-9
3.6.1 Connecting a Probe ......................................................................................................3-9
3.6.2 Disconnecting a Probe................................................................................................ 3-10
3.7 Connecting Peripheral Devices .......................................................................................... 3-11
3.7.1 Connecting the USB Devices ..................................................................................... 3-11
3.7.2 Connecting a Footswitch............................................................................................. 3-11
3.7.3 Graph /Text printer ......................................................................................................3-12
3.7.4 Video Printer ...............................................................................................................3-14
3.7.5 Installing the Barcode Reader ....................................................................................3-17
3.8 Basic Screen and Operation ..............................................................................................3-17
3.8.1 Basic Screen............................................................................................................... 3-17
3.8.2 Basic Operations of Screens ......................................................................................3-22
4Exam Preparation........................................................................................................4-1
4.1 To Start an Exam ..................................................................................................................4-1
4.2 Patient Information ...............................................................................................................4-1
4.2.1 New Patient Information ............................................................................................... 4-1
4.2.2 Retrieve Patient Information .........................................................................................4-5
4.3 Select an Exam Mode and Probe.........................................................................................4-7
4.3.1 Supported Exam Modes ...............................................................................................4-7
4.3.2 Selecting Exam Modes and Probes..............................................................................4-7
4.4 Select the Imaging Mode......................................................................................................4-8
4.5 Activate & Continue an Exam............................................................................................... 4-8
4.5.1 Activate an Exam ..........................................................................................................4-8
4.5.2 Continue an Exam ........................................................................................................4-9
4.6 Pause Exam and End Exam ................................................................................................ 4-9
4.6.1 Pause an Exam.............................................................................................................4-9
4.6.2 End an Exam ................................................................................................................4-9
4.7 Cancel an Exam ...................................................................................................................4-9
4.8 Anonymous Patient Exam ..................................................................................................4-10
5Image Optimization .....................................................................................................5-1
5.1 Switching Between Imaging Modes .....................................................................................5-2
5.2 Image Adjustment.................................................................................................................5-3
5.3 B Mode Image Optimization .................................................................................................5-4
5.3.1 B Mode Exam Protocol .................................................................................................5-4
5.3.2 B Mode Parameters...................................................................................................... 5-4
5.3.3 B Mode Image Optimization ......................................................................................... 5-5
5.4 M Mode Image Optimization .............................................................................................. 5-11
5.4.1 M Mode Exam Protocol .............................................................................................. 5-11
5.4.2 M Mode Parameters ................................................................................................... 5-11
5.4.3 M Mode Image Optimization.......................................................................................5-12
5.5 Color Mode Image Optimization.........................................................................................5-14
5.5.1 Color Mode Exam Protocol.........................................................................................5-15
5.5.2 Color Mode Image Optimization .................................................................................5-15
5.5.3 Color Mode Image Optimization .................................................................................5-15

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5.6 Power Mode Image Optimization .......................................................................................5-20
5.6.1 Power Mode Exam Protocol .......................................................................................5-20
5.6.2 Power Mode Image Parameters .................................................................................5-21
5.6.3 Power Mode Image Optimization................................................................................5-21
5.7 PW/CW Doppler Mode Optimization ..................................................................................5-22
5.7.1 PW / CW Mode Exam Protocol...................................................................................5-22
5.7.2 PW/CW Mode Image Parameters ..............................................................................5-23
5.7.3 PW/CW Doppler Mode Optimization ..........................................................................5-24
5.8 Anatomical M Mode............................................................................................................5-30
5.8.1 Free Xros M Mode ......................................................................................................5-30
5.8.2 Free Xros CM (Curved Anatomical M Mode)..............................................................5-33
5.9 TDI......................................................................................................................................5-34
5.9.1 TDI Exam Protocol......................................................................................................5-34
5.9.2 TDI Image Parameters ...............................................................................................5-35
5.9.3 TDI Image Optimization ..............................................................................................5-36
5.9.4 TDI Quantitative Analysis (QA) ...................................................................................5-36
5.10 Color M Mode .....................................................................................................................5-40
5.10.1 Enter Color M Mode....................................................................................................5-40
5.10.2 Exit Color M Mode ......................................................................................................5-40
5.10.3 Image Parameters ......................................................................................................5-40
5.11 3D/4D ................................................................................................................................. 5-41
5.11.1 Note before Use..........................................................................................................5-41
5.11.2 Overview .....................................................................................................................5-42
5.11.3 3D/4D Preset ..............................................................................................................5-47
5.11.4 Smart 3D.....................................................................................................................5-50
5.11.5 4D ............................................................................................................................... 5-63
5.11.6 Static 3D......................................................................................................................5-65
5.12 iScape.................................................................................................................................5-67
5.12.1 Basic Procedures for iScape Imaging ........................................................................5-67
5.12.2 iScape Preset..............................................................................................................5-68
5.12.3 Image Acquisition........................................................................................................5-68
5.12.4 iScape Viewing ........................................................................................................... 5-69
5.12.5 Cine Review................................................................................................................5-70
5.12.6 Save Image................................................................................................................. 5-71
5.13 Image Preset ......................................................................................................................5-71
5.13.1 Image Preset...............................................................................................................5-71
5.13.2 Soft Menu and Menu Preset .......................................................................................5-73
6Stress Echo..................................................................................................................6-1
6.1 About the Stress Echo Feature ............................................................................................6-1
6.2 Acquisition of Stress Echo Loops .........................................................................................6-1
6.3 Navigation Toolbar................................................................................................................6-3
6.4 Selecting Preferred Stress Echo Loops (Select Mode)........................................................6-4
6.5 Review Mode........................................................................................................................6-6
6.5.1 Playing Back Loops ......................................................................................................6-7
6.6 Wall Motion Scoring and Reports.........................................................................................6-8
6.6.1 Entering Indications or Comments for the Reports.......................................................6-8
6.6.2 Wall Motion Scoring ......................................................................................................6-9
6.6.3 Designating Stages for Inclusion in Reports...............................................................6-10
6.6.4 Previewing and Printing Reports ................................................................................6-10
6.7 Maintenance and Protocol..................................................................................................6-10
6.7.1 Maintenance ...............................................................................................................6-10

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6.7.2 Protocol Edit................................................................................................................6-12
6.8 Saving Stress Echo Data ................................................................................................... 6-14
6.9 Exiting the Stress Echo Feature.........................................................................................6-14
6.10 Measurement......................................................................................................................6-14
7Display & Cine Review................................................................................................7-1
7.1 Image Display.......................................................................................................................7-1
7.1.1 Splitting Display.............................................................................................................7-1
7.1.2 Image Magnification......................................................................................................7-1
7.1.3 Spot...............................................................................................................................7-1
7.1.4 Pan................................................................................................................................7-2
7.1.5 iZoom (Full-screen Zooming)........................................................................................7-2
7.1.6 Freeze/ Unfreeze the Image .........................................................................................7-2
7.2 Cine Review .........................................................................................................................7-4
7.2.1 Entering/ Exiting Cine Review ......................................................................................7-4
7.2.2 Cine Review in 2D Mode ..............................................................................................7-4
7.2.3 Cine Review in M or D Mode ........................................................................................7-5
7.2.4 Linked Cine Review ......................................................................................................7-6
7.3 Image Compare....................................................................................................................7-6
7.3.1 Cine Compare............................................................................................................... 7-6
7.3.2 Frame Compare............................................................................................................7-7
7.4 Cine Saving ..........................................................................................................................7-7
7.5 Live Capture .........................................................................................................................7-7
7.6 Cine Memory ........................................................................................................................7-8
7.6.1 Cine Memory Setting ....................................................................................................7-8
7.6.2 Cine Memory Clear....................................................................................................... 7-8
7.7 Cine Settings ........................................................................................................................7-9
8ECG ..............................................................................................................................8-1
8.1 ECG Operation Basic Procedures........................................................................................8-2
8.2 ECG Setting.......................................................................................................................... 8-2
8.3 Parameter Description..........................................................................................................8-3
8.4 ECG Review ......................................................................................................................... 8-3
9Measurement ...............................................................................................................9-1
9.1 Basic Operations ..................................................................................................................9-1
9.2 General Measurements........................................................................................................9-1
9.2.1 2D General Measurements...........................................................................................9-1
9.2.2 M General Measurements ............................................................................................9-2
9.2.3 Doppler General Measurements...................................................................................9-2
9.3 Application Measurement.....................................................................................................9-3
9.4 Measurement Accuracy........................................................................................................ 9-4
10 Comments and Body Marks .....................................................................................10-1
10.1 Comments (Annotations)....................................................................................................10-1
10.1.1 To Add Comments.......................................................................................................10-1
10.1.2 Comment Menu ..........................................................................................................10-1
10.1.3 Adding Comments ......................................................................................................10-2
10.1.4 Moving Comments ......................................................................................................10-3
10.1.5 Modifying (Editing) Comments....................................................................................10-4
10.1.6 Deleting Comments ....................................................................................................10-4
10.2 Body Marks (Pictograms) ...................................................................................................10-5
10.2.1 Soft Menu for Body Marks ..........................................................................................10-5

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10.2.2 Adding Body Marks.....................................................................................................10-5
10.2.3 Moving Body Marks ....................................................................................................10-6
10.2.4 Deleting Body Marks...................................................................................................10-6
11 Patient Data Management......................................................................................... 11-1
11.1 Patient Information Management ....................................................................................... 11-1
11.1.1 Enter Patient Information ............................................................................................ 11-1
11.1.2 Patient Information Setting ......................................................................................... 11-1
11.2 Image File Management..................................................................................................... 11-2
11.2.1 Memory Media ............................................................................................................ 11-2
11.2.2 Image File Formats ..................................................................................................... 11-2
11.2.3 Image Storage Preset ................................................................................................. 11-2
11.2.4 Saving Images to the System ..................................................................................... 11-3
11.2.5 Quickly Saving Images to USB Flash Drive ............................................................... 11-4
11.2.6 Quickly Saving Full Screen Image to the System....................................................... 11-4
11.2.7 Thumbnails ................................................................................................................. 11-4
11.2.8 Image Review and Analysis........................................................................................ 11-5
11.2.9 iVision.......................................................................................................................... 11-7
11.2.10 Sending Image File..................................................................................................... 11-8
11.3 Report Management........................................................................................................... 11-9
11.4 Patient Data Management (iStation) ................................................................................ 11-10
11.4.1 Viewing Patient Information ...................................................................................... 11-11
11.4.2 Searching a Patient .................................................................................................. 11-12
11.4.3 Patient Data Management ........................................................................................ 11-12
11.4.4 Examinations ............................................................................................................ 11-13
11.5 Network Storage............................................................................................................... 11-13
11.6 Print Job Management ..................................................................................................... 11-14
11.7 Backing Up and Erasing Files through DVD Drive........................................................... 11-14
11.8 Patient Task Management ................................................................................................ 11-15
11.9 Administration................................................................................................................... 11-17
11.9.1 Access Setting .......................................................................................................... 11-17
11.9.2 Setting Access Control.............................................................................................. 11-17
11.9.3 System Login ............................................................................................................ 11-17
11.9.4 Add/ Delete a User.................................................................................................... 11-18
11.9.5 Modify Password....................................................................................................... 11-19
12 DICOM ........................................................................................................................12-1
12.1 DICOM Preset ....................................................................................................................12-1
12.1.1 Local TCP/IP Setting...................................................................................................12-1
12.1.2 DICOM Local Setting ..................................................................................................12-3
12.1.3 DICOM Server Setting ................................................................................................12-4
12.1.4 DICOM Service Setting...............................................................................................12-5
12.2 Verify Connectivity ............................................................................................................12-15
12.3 DICOM Service.................................................................................................................12-15
12.3.1 DICOM Storage.........................................................................................................12-15
12.3.2 DICOM Print..............................................................................................................12-17
12.3.3 DICOM Worklist ........................................................................................................12-18
12.3.4 MPPS........................................................................................................................12-19
12.3.5 Storage Commitment ................................................................................................12-19
12.3.6 Query/ Retrieve.........................................................................................................12-20
12.4 DICOM Media Storage .....................................................................................................12-21
12.5 Structured Report (SR).....................................................................................................12-23

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12.6 DICOM Task Management ...............................................................................................12-23
13 Probes and Biopsy....................................................................................................13-1
13.1 Probe ..................................................................................................................................13-1
13.1.1 Name and Function of Each Part of the Probe...........................................................13-5
13.1.2 Orientation of the Ultrasound Image and the Probe Head .........................................13-6
13.1.3 Procedures for Operating ...........................................................................................13-6
13.1.4 Wearing the Probe Sheath .........................................................................................13-9
13.1.5 Probes Cleaning and Disinfection.............................................................................13-10
13.1.6 Storage and Transportation ......................................................................................13-15
13.2 Biopsy Guide ....................................................................................................................13-15
13.2.1 Basic Procedures for Biopsy Guiding .......................................................................13-18
13.2.2 Needle-guided Brackets............................................................................................13-18
13.2.3 Biopsy Preset............................................................................................................13-26
13.2.4 Needle-guided Bracket Inspection and Installation ..................................................13-26
13.2.5 Biopsy Menu ............................................................................................................. 13-32
13.2.6 iNeedle......................................................................................................................13-33
13.2.7 Verifying the Biopsy Guide Line................................................................................13-34
13.2.8 Removing the Needle-guided Bracket......................................................................13-34
13.2.9 Clean and Sterilize the Needle-guided Bracket ........................................................13-37
13.2.10 Storage and Transportation ......................................................................................13-38
13.2.11 Disposal ....................................................................................................................13-38
14 Recording ..................................................................................................................14-1
14.1 VCR ....................................................................................................................................14-1
14.1.1 VCR Recording ...........................................................................................................14-1
14.2 DVR ....................................................................................................................................14-1
14.2.1 DVR Recording ...........................................................................................................14-1
15 Setup ..........................................................................................................................15-1
15.1 System Preset ....................................................................................................................15-2
15.1.1 Region.........................................................................................................................15-3
15.1.2 General .......................................................................................................................15-3
15.1.3 Image Preset...............................................................................................................15-4
15.1.4 Meas ...........................................................................................................................15-5
15.1.5 OB...............................................................................................................................15-5
15.1.6 Comment ....................................................................................................................15-5
15.1.7 Key Config ..................................................................................................................15-5
15.1.8 Biopsy ......................................................................................................................... 15-9
15.1.9 Option .........................................................................................................................15-9
15.1.10 Admin........................................................................................................................15-10
15.2 Exam Preset .....................................................................................................................15-10
15.2.1 Exam Selection .........................................................................................................15-10
15.2.2 Exam Configuration .................................................................................................. 15-11
15.2.3 User-defined Exam Modes .......................................................................................15-12
15.3 Image Preset ....................................................................................................................15-12
15.4 Measure Preset ................................................................................................................15-13
15.5 Body Mark Preset.............................................................................................................15-13
15.5.1 Preset Body Mark for Exam Mode............................................................................ 15-13
15.5.2 User-defined Body Marks .........................................................................................15-14
15.5.3 Body Mark Softkey Preset ........................................................................................15-17
15.6 Comment Preset...............................................................................................................15-17
15.6.1 Custom Comments ................................................................................................... 15-17

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15.6.2 Comment Softkey Preset..........................................................................................15-19
15.7 Peripheral Preset..............................................................................................................15-19
15.8 Network Preset .................................................................................................................15-21
15.9 Manage Settings...............................................................................................................15-22
15.9.1 Exporting Setup Data................................................................................................15-22
15.9.2 Importing Setup Data................................................................................................ 15-23
15.10 Maintenance .....................................................................................................................15-23
15.11 System Information...........................................................................................................15-23
16 Batteries.....................................................................................................................16-1
16.1 Overview.............................................................................................................................16-1
16.2 Battery Status Indicator ......................................................................................................16-1
16.3 Checking Battery Performance ..........................................................................................16-2
16.4 Battery Disposal .................................................................................................................16-2
17 Acoustic Output ........................................................................................................17-1
17.1 Concerns with Bioeffects ....................................................................................................17-1
17.2 Prudent Use Statement ......................................................................................................17-1
17.3 ALARA Principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) ......................................................17-1
17.4 MI/TI Explanation................................................................................................................17-2
17.4.1 Basic Knowledge of MI and TI ....................................................................................17-2
17.4.2 MI/TI Display ...............................................................................................................17-3
17.5 Acoustic Power Setting ......................................................................................................17-3
17.6 Acoustic Power Control ......................................................................................................17-4
17.7 Acoustic Output ..................................................................................................................17-4
17.7.1 Derated Ultrasonic Output Parameters.......................................................................17-4
17.7.2 Limits of Acoustic Output ............................................................................................17-5
17.7.3 Differences between Actual and Displayed MI and TI ................................................17-5
17.8 Measurement Uncertainty ..................................................................................................17-6
17.9 References for Acoustic Power and Safety........................................................................17-6
18 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration .............................................................18-1
19 System Maintenance.................................................................................................19-1
19.1 Daily Maintenance ..............................................................................................................19-1
19.1.1 Cleaning the System...................................................................................................19-1
19.1.2 Checking the Probe ....................................................................................................19-3
19.1.3 Backup of the System Hard Drive...............................................................................19-3
19.2 Maintenance Checks by Service Engineer ........................................................................19-3
19.3 Consumables and Periodic Part Replacement ..................................................................19-4
19.4 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................19-4
Appendix A Wireless LAN.......................................................................................... A-1
Appendix B Remote Control and Net Update .......................................................... B-1
Appendix C Barcode Reader ..................................................................................... C-1
Appendix D Electrical Safety Inspection .................................................................. D-1

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For this Operator’s Manual, the issue date is 2017-04.
The MindrayVNC ver. 1.0 contained in this product is revised by MINDRAY on Aug, 2009,
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Warning
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for the results of diagnostic procedures.
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and operating instructions described in this operator’s manual.
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About This Manual
This operator’s manual describes the operating procedures for this diagnostic ultrasound
system DC-T6 and the compatible probes. To ensure safe and correct operations,
carefully read and understand the manual before operating the system.
Notation Conventions
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(refer to "Safety Precautions"). Please read this operator’s manual before using the
system.
CAUTION: 1. The diagnostic ultrasound system is not intended for
ophthalmic use. Its use in this clinical specialty is
contraindicated.
2. U.S.A. Federal Law restricts this device to sale by or on
the order of a physician.
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different from what you see in your system. The content varies depending upon the
software version, options and configuration of the system.
Manuals on Paper
zOperator’s Manual [Basic Volume]: Describes the basic functions and operations
of the system, safety precautions, exam modes, imaging modes, preset,
maintenance and acoustic output, etc.
zOperator’s Manual [Advanced Volume]: Describes measurement preset,
measurements and calculations, etc.
zOperator’s Manual [Acoustic Power Data and Surface Temperature Data]:
Contains data tables of acoustic output for transducers.
zOperation Note: Contains quick guide for basic operations of the system.
NOTE: 1. The manuals in CD are the manuals translated into languages other than
English according to English manuals.

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2. When you find that the contents of the manuals in CD are NOT consistent
with the system or English manuals, please ONLY refer to the corresponding
English manuals.
3. The accompanying manuals may vary depending upon the specific system
you purchased. Please refer to the packing list.
Software Interfaces in this Manual
Depending on the software version, preset settings and optional configuration, the actual
interfaces may be different from those in this manual.
Conventions
In this manual, these conventions are used to describe the buttons on the control panel,
the items in menu, buttons in dialog box and some basic operations:
z<Buttons>: The angular bracket indicates buttons, knobs and other controls on
control panel.
z[Items in menu and buttons in dialog box]: The square bracket indicates items in
menu or the soft menu, or buttons in dialog box.
zClick [Items or Button]: Move the cursor to the item or button and press <Set>, or
click it on the soft menu.
z[Items in Menu]Æ[Items in Submenu]: Selects a submenu item following the path.
z[Dyn Rng (Value)]: Indicates menu items with parameter, (value) shows the
current value of the item.

Safety Precautions 1-1
1 Safety Precautions
1.1 Safety Classification
According to the type of protection against electric shock:
Class I equipment powered by outer power & equipment powered by inner batteries
According to the degree of protection against electric shock:
Type-BF applied part
According to the degree of protection against harmful ingress of water:
The main unit belongs to IPX0, and the probes belong to IPX7
Footswitch: 971 SWNOM belongs to IP68
Footswitch: SP-997-350 (3-pedal) belongs to IP68
According to the degree of safety of application in the presence of a FLAMMABLE
ANESTHETIC MIXTURE WITH AIR or WITH OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE:
EQUIPMENT not suitable for use in the presence of a FLAMMABLE ANESTHETIC
MIXTURE WITH AIR or WITH OXYGEN OR NITROUS OXIDE
According to the mode of operation:
CONTINUOUS OPERATION
According to the installation and use:
MOBILE EQUIPMENT
1.2 Meaning of Signal Words
In this manual, the signal words" DANGER”, “ WARNING”,
“CAUTION”, “NOTE” and "Tips" are used regarding safety and other important
instructions. The signal words and their meanings are defined as follows. Please
understand their meanings clearly before reading this manual.
Signal word Meaning
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
Tips Important information that helps you to operate the system more
effectively.

1-2 Safety Precautions
1.3 Meaning of Safety Symbols
Symbol Description
Type-BF applied part.
The ultrasound probes connected to this system are type-BF applied parts.
The ECG module connected to this system is Type-BF applied part.
General warning, caution, risk of danger.
1.4 Safety Precautions
Please observe the following precautions to ensure patient and operator’s safety when
using this system.
DANGER: DO NOT use flammable gasses, such as anesthetic gas or
hydrogen, or flammable liquids such as ethanol, near this
system, because there is danger of explosion.
WARNING: 1. Do connect the power plug of this system and power
plugs of the peripherals to wall receptacles that meet
the ratings indicated on the rating nameplate. Using a
multifunctional receptacle may affect the system
protective grounding performance, and cause the
leakage current to exceed safety requirements.
In addition, please connect the video printer to the
special power cable in the video printer room of this
system or the special auxiliary power outlet of this
system, and use the cable provided with this system to
connect the printer. Other cables may result in electric
shock.
2. Connect the protective grounding conductor before
turning ON the system. Disconnect the grounding cable
after turning OFF the system. Otherwise, electric shock
may result.
3. For the connection of power and grounding, follow the
appropriate procedures described in this operator’s
manual. Otherwise, there is risk of electric shock. DO
NOT connect the grounding cable to a gas pipe or water
pipe; otherwise, improper protective grounding may
result or a gas explosion may occur.
4. Before cleaning the system, disconnect the power cord
from the outlet. System failure and electric shock may
result.

Safety Precautions 1-3
5. This system is not water-proof designed. DO NOT use
this system in any place where water or any liquid
leakage may occur. If any water is sprayed on or into
the system, electric shock or device malfunction may
result. If water is accidentally sprayed on or into the
system, power off the system immediately and contact
Mindray Customer Service Department or sales
representative.
6. DO NOT use a probe that has a damaged, scratched
surface, or exposed wiring of any kind. Immediately
stop using the probe and contact Mindray Customer
Service Department or sales representative. There is
risk of electric shock if a damaged or scratched probe
is used.
7. DO NOT allow the patient to contact the live parts of the
ultrasound system or other devices, e.g. signal I/O
ports. Electric shock may occur.
8. Do not use an aftermarket probe other than those
specified by Mindray. The probes may damage the
system, causing a profound failure, e.g. a fire in the
worst case.
9. Do not subject the probes to knocks or drops. Use of a
defective probe may cause an electric shock.
10. Do not open the covers and front panel of the system.
Short circuit or electric shock may result when the
system hardware is exposed and powered on.
11. DO NOT use this system simultaneously with
equipment such as an electrosurgical unit,
high-frequency therapy equipment, or a defibrillator,
etc. Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock to the
patient.
12. Only use the ECG leads provided with the ECG module;
otherwise electric shock may result.
13. When moving the system, you should hold the handle;
otherwise, damage may be resulted by abnormal force.
DO NOT push the system from the left/right side,
otherwise, it may be toppled over.
14. The auxiliary power output outlet in the system is used
to supply power for the recommended peripheral
devices. DO NOT connect other devices to the outlet,
otherwise, the rated output power may be exceeded
and failure may be resulted. Maximum output power of
the outlet is 240VA.

1-4 Safety Precautions
15. Accessory equipment connected to the analog and
digital interfaces must comply with the relevant IEC
standards (e.g., IEC 60950 information technology
equipment safety standard and IEC 60601-1 medical
equipment standard). Furthermore, all configurations
must comply with the standard IEC 60601-1-1. It is the
responsibility of the person, who connects additional
equipment to the signal input or output ports and
configures a medical system, to verify that the system
complies with the requirements of IEC 60601-1-1. If you
have any questions regarding these requirements,
consult your sales representative.
16. Prolonged and repeated use of keyboards may result in
hand or arm nerve disorders for some individuals.
Observe the local safety or health regulations
concerning the use of keyboards.
17. When using intra-cavity transducers, do not activate
the transducer outside the patient’s body.
18. The ultrasound system can be powered by
connecting to mains power supply or powered by
internal battery, if you have any doubt with stability
of mains power protective grounding, please use
internal battery.
19. DO NOT touch the Signal I/O ports if in contact with
the patient; otherwise patient injury may result.
CAUTION: 1. Precautions concerning clinical examination
techniques:
This system must be used only by qualified medical
professionals.
This operator’s manual does not describe clinical
examination techniques. The clinician should select the
proper examination techniques based on specialized
training and clinical experience.
2. Malfunctions due to radio wave:
zIf a radio wave emitting device is used in the
proximity of this system, it may interfere with
operations. DO NOT use or take any devices
transmitting RF signals (such as cellular phones,
transceivers and radio controlled products) in the
room placing the system.
zIf a person brings a device that generates radio
waves near the system, ask him / her to immediately
turn OFF the device.