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GE Healthcare personnel. In performing all electrical work on these products, GE will use its own specially trained field engineers. All of GE’s electrical work on these products will comply with the requirements of the applicable electrical codes.
No. 19 Changiang Road Wuxi National Hi-Tech Dev. Zone Jiangsu P.R.China 214028 GE employees should use TrackWise to report service documentation issues. These issues will then be in the internal problem reporting tool and communicated to the writer. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual i-15 5795591-100 English Rev.
For a complete review of all safety requirements, refer to Chapter 1 in the Service Manual. i-16 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
The contents of this publication may not be copied or duplicated in any form, in whole or in part, without prior written permission of GE Healthcare. GE Healthcare may revise this publication from time to time without written notice. Trademarks All products and their name brands are trademarks of their respective holders.
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This chapter describes important issues related to safely servicing the Ultrasound system. The service provider must read and understand all the information presented here before installing or servicing the units. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Manual Overview 1-2 Manual Overview This manual provides installation and service information for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Ultrasound system. It is divided in ten chapters as shown below. This manual is for Vivid T8 and Vivid T8 Pro. 1-2-1 Contents in this manual The manual is divided into ten chapters.
Chapter title Description number Diagnostics/ Provides procedures for running diagnostic or Troubleshooting related routines for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8. Replacement Provides disassembly procedures and procedures reassembly procedures for all changeable FRU. Renewal Parts Contains a complete list of replacement parts for Vivid T9/Vivid T8.
Manual Overview 1-2-3 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 models covered by this manual Table 1-2: Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Model Designations Model Number Description System SW H48022BA English version Vivid T8 R3 system with battery 203.x.x H48022BB English version Vivid T8 R3 system without battery 203.x.x...
Important conventions, used in this document, are described next. 1-3-1-1 Model designations This manual covers the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Ultrasound systems listed in: 1-2-3 ‘Vivid T9/Vivid T8 models covered by this manual’ on page 1-5. 1-3-1-2 Icons Pictures, or icons, are used wherever they will reinforce the printed message.
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Standard hazard icons ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL RADIATION LASER HEAT PINCH NOTE: Even if a symbol isn’t used on the product or in this manual, it may be included for your reference. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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1-4 Product icons It is important to refer to the current revision of the Ultrasound system’s User Manual for a full list of product labels prior to servicing the system. 1-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
User Manual for a full list of product labels prior to servicing the system. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 labels are provided in English. The labels are at the back of the system. The label content may be different for different regions. Please refer to the labels on the system for the actual content.
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Unique Device Identification (UDI) Label. The UDI label consists of a series of alpha-numeric characters and barcode which uniquely identify the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 system as a medical device manufactured by General Electric. Scan or enter the UDI information into the patient health record as required by country-specific laws.
DEATH, ARE PRESENT IN THIS EQUIPMENT. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING AND ADJUSTING. If the covers are removed from an operating Vivid T9/Vivid T8, WARNING some metal surfaces may be warm enough to pose a potential heat hazard if touched, even while in shutdown mode.
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Because of the limited access to cabinets and equipment in the WARNING field, placing people in awkward positions, GE has limited the lifting weight for one person in the field to 16 KG (35 LBS). Anything over 16 KG (35 LBS) requires 2 people.
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PPE should be used to reduce the risk of injury. Wear all PPE including gloves as indicated in the chemical WARNING MSDS. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 1-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Take extra care when moving the system. CAUTION The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 weighs approximately 65 kg (144 lbs) or more, depending on installed peripherals, when ready for use. To avoid possible injury and equipment damage when transporting from one area of use to another: •...
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Do not move the Ultrasound system if the Operator Panel is in CAUTION unlocked position. Do not transport Vivid T9/Vivid T8 in a vehicle without locking CAUTION the casters (wheels) and securing it as described in chapter 4. Use protective glasses during drilling, filing smooth surfaces, CAUTION and during all other work where eyes need protection.
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Secure system with straps or as directed otherwise to prevent motion during transport. • Prevent vibration damage by driving cautiously. Avoid unpaved roads, excessive speeds, and erratic stops or starts. 1-18 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• Both the system power cable and the power connector must meet international electrical standards Connecting a Vivid T9/Vivid T8 to the wrong voltage level will WARNING most likely destroy it. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 1-19 5795591-100 English Rev.
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The system has more than one type of probe port. Use the appropriate probe port designed for the probe you are connecting. 1-6-5-3 Peripherals Refer to the Patient Safety Environment section of the User’s Manual for peripheral isolation information. 1-20 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
DEATH, ARE PRESENT IN THIS EQUIPMENT. USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN HANDLING, TESTING AND ADJUSTING. If the covers are removed from an operating Vivid T9/Vivid T8, WARNING some metal surfaces may be warm enough to pose a potential heat hazard if touched, even while in shutdown mode.
6. Control all stored and residual energy. 7. Verify isolation. All potentially hazardous stored or residual energy is relieved. Energy Control and Power Lockout for Vivid T9/Vivid T8. WARNING When servicing parts of the Ultrasound system where there is exposure to voltage greater than 30 volts: 1.
It is always possible during system failure and repair to lose patient data. GE is not responsible for the loss of this data. If PHI (Patient Healthcare Information) data needs to be sent to GE employees for service purposes, GE will ascertain agreement from the customer.
1-10-2 CE Compliance Vivid T9/Vivid T8 conforms to all applicable conducted and radiated emission limits and to immunity from electrostatic discharge, radiated and conducted RF fields, magnetic fields and power line transient requirements.
Always use non-conductive handles designed for the removal and replacement of ESD sensitive parts. All parts that have the potential for storing energy must be discharged or isolated before making contact. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 1-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
MANUFACTURER PHONE NUMBER FAX NUMBER GE Medical Systems (China) Co., Ltd. +86 510 85225888 +86 510 85226688 No.19 Changjiang Road WuXi National Hi-Tech Development Zone Jiangsu P.R.China 214028 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 1-27 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
The location of the CE marking is shown in the Safety chapter of the User manual. GE Medical Systems SCS 283 rue de la Minière 78530 BUC, France 1-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
This chapter provides the information required to plan and prepare for the setup of an Ultrasound system. Included are descriptions of the facility and electrical needs to be met by the purchaser of the units. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Table 2-1: System Acclimation Time Chart Degree C -4.5 42.5 47.5 Degree F 23.9 28.4 32.9 37.4 108.5 117.5 hours Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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700 - 1060hPa Ensure that the probe face temperature does not exceed the CAUTION normal operation temperature range. The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 system and probe connector is not CAUTION waterproof. Do not expose the device to water or any kind of liquid.
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(dim/bright) is recommended. Keep in mind that lighting controls and dimmers can be a source of EMI which could degrade image quality. These controls should be selected to minimize possible interference. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Site Preparations 2-2-3 Electrical requirements 2-2-3-1 General requirements NOTE: GE Healthcare requires a dedicated power and ground for the proper operation of its Ultrasound equipment. This dedicated power shall originate at the last distribution panel before the Ultrasound system. Sites with a mains power system with defined Neutral and Live:...
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General Ultrasound system requirements 2-2-3-3 Site circuit breaker Power outage may occur. The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 requires a CAUTION dedicated single branch circuit. To avoid circuit overload and possible loss of critical care equipment, make sure you do not have any other equipment operating on the same circuit.
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High Frequency (HF) surgery equipment • general AC/DC adapters The presence of a broadcast station or broadcast van may also cause interference. See: 2-2-4-1 ‘EMI prevention/abatement’ on page 2-10 for EMI prevention tips. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Where applicable, do not allow cables to lie across the top of the Card Rack or peripheral cables hang out of the peripheral bays. Loop the excess length for peripheral cables inside the peripheral bays. Attach the monitor cables to the frame. 2-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
2-2-6 Time and manpower requirements Site preparation takes time. Begin site preparation checks as soon as possible, if possible, six weeks before delivery, to allow enough time to make any changes. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-11 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
2-3-6 ‘Recommended floor plan suggestion’ on page 2-17 • 2-3-7 ‘Suggested floor plan, Ultrasound system, and EchoPAC PC in same room’ on page 2-18 • 2-3-8 ‘Networking setup requirements’ on page 2-18 2-12 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
All electrical work on these products must comply with the requirements of applicable electrical codes. The purchaser of GE equipment must only utilize qualified personnel to perform electrical servicing on the equipment. The desire to use a non–listed or customer provided product or...
Site Preparations 2-3-3 Required facility needs NOTE: GE Healthcare requires a dedicated power and ground for the proper operation of its Ultrasound equipment. This dedicated power shall originate at the last distribution panel before the Ultrasound system. Sites with a mains power system with defined Neutral and Live:...
Storage for linens and equipment • Nearby waiting room, lavatory, and dressing room • Dual level lighting (bright and dim) • Lockable cabinet ordered by GE for its software and proprietary manuals Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Dual Level Lighting (bright of Ultrasound system from inches) and dim) wall or objects 7. Emergency Oxygen 13. Stool Figure 2-2. A 14 by 17 foot recommended floor plan Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-17 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
2-3-8-1 Stand alone Ultrasound system (without network connection) None. 2-3-8-2 Scanner connected to hospital’s network Supported networks: 100/1000 Mbit Ethernet/DICOM network (option) 2-3-8-3 InSite requirements InSite requires an Ethernet connection via: • 100/1000 Mbit Interface 2-18 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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With DICOM, images can be archived, stored, and retrieved faster, easier, and at a lower cost. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-19 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Ultrasound system for DICOM APPLICATION INFORMATION. A field for the make (manufacturer) and the revision of the device, is also included. This information may be useful for error solving. 2-20 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Facility needs 2-3-8-5 DICOM option setup requirements(continued) Figure 2-4. Worksheet for DICOM Network Information Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-21 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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This encloses a space within the room 1.83 m (6 ft.) beyond the perimeter of the bed (examination table, dental chair, treatment booth, and the like) in its intended location, and extending vertically 2.29 m (7.5 ft.) above the floor. 1. Patient environment Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 2-23 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Patient Environment. The patient environment/vicinity will be depicted as a dashed line in this procedure. See example below. 1. Patient environment Figure 2-5. Patient environment 2-24 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
How to prepare the facility and unit of the actual installation, and how to check and test the unit, probes, and external peripherals for electrical safety are also included in this procedure. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
DICOM Network Configuration: 30 minutes or more, depending on the configuration • Install Insite: 0.5 hour The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 installation and functional checkout will take approximately 1 hour. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 consoles with optional equipment may take slightly longer. 3-2-2 Setup warnings...
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The following table describes guidelines for reaching operational temperatures from storage or transport temperatures. Table 3-1: System Acclimation Time Chart Degree C -4.5 42.5 47.5 Degree F 23.9 28.4 32.9 37.4 108.5 117.5 hours Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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3-2-2 Setup warnings(continued) Operator Manual(s) CAUTION The User Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 and kept near the Ultrasound system for quick reference. Acoustic Output Hazard CAUTION Although the ultrasound energy transmitted from the Vivid T9/ Vivid T8 probe is within AIUM/NEMA standards, avoid unnecessary exposure.
3-3-3 ‘Warnings for receiving and unpacking’ on page 3-6 • 3-3-4 ‘The Tilt indicator’ on page 3-7 • 3-3-5 ‘Receiving the Vivid T9/Vivid T8’ on page 3-7 • 3-3-6 ‘Unpacking the Vivid T9/Vivid T8’ on page 3-12 3-3-3 Warnings for receiving and unpacking...
Illustration Tilt Watch 3-3-5 Receiving the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 3-3-5-1 Overview Improper handling during transportation may harm the equipment inside the package even if the package itself is undamaged. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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• If NO: continue with the next step. 1 - Red Color Continue with the instructions in 3-3-6 ‘Unpacking the Vivid T9/Vivid T8’ on page 3-12. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Before cutting the straps, check Tilt Tag to make sure it has not been triggered. If damaged, report it to the carrier. If not, then cut the straps around the crate. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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If the Tilt Indicator has triggered: Note on the shipping papers at the time of receipt that the Tilt Indicator label was activated. Inspect the product for possible concealed damage. 3-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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14 day period. 3-3-5-6 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 transportation box label The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 transportation box label is located at the front of the transportation box. Figure 3-2. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 transportation box label 1 Figure 3-3.
Chapter 1. Please carefully unpack the system, and do not dispose the CAUTION package of Vivid T9/Vivid T8 , so that it can be reused for service. NOTE: Please check the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 console is well assembly after unpacking the system.
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Remove the top cover. Remove the three plastic locks. Note: Rotate the inside plastic lock counterclockwise to remove it and then remove the outside lock. Remove the outside shipping box. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-13 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Corresponding Graphic Remove the dust bag from the unit. Remove the clear plastic (wrapped around the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 ) from the unit. Note: To avoid damaging the unit, please use a pair of scissors instead of the knife. 3-14 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 –...
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Receiving and unpacking the equipment Table 3-5: Unpacking the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Step Description Corresponding Graphic Unlock the strap. Remove the foams beside the LCD monitor and the front wheels. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Remove all the covers and foams from the unit. 3-3-6-1 Moving into Position Please refer to User Manual on how to move the system. 3-3-7 Packing the Equipment Please pack Vivid T9/Vivid T8 in the reverse order of unpacking. 3-16 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual...
Packing materials - recycling information 3-4 Packing materials - recycling information The packing materials for Vivid T9/Vivid T8 are recyclable: • The Transportation Box is made of spruce or similar material. (“PHYTOSANITARY CERTIFICATE” included in all shipments to The People's Republic of China.) •...
3-5-3 EMI protection The Vivid T9/Vivid T8 has been designed to minimize the effects of Electro-Magnetic Interference (EMI). Many of the covers, shields, and screws are provided primarily to protect the system from image artifacts caused by this interference.
System Setup 3-6-4 Electrical specifications Connecting a Vivid T9/Vivid T8 to the wrong voltage level will WARNING most likely destroy it. 3-6-4-1 Verification of the system’s voltage setting Verify that the mains voltage specified for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 is available on-site.
3-6-5-1 Connect Ethernet Connect the network cable to the Ethernet connector on the I/O Rear Panel. The connector is located on the rear side of Vivid T9/Vivid T8. 3-6-5-2 Connect USB Flash Drive NOTE: USB Flash Drive approved for Vivid T9/Vivid T8 are verified for EMC performance according to EN55011 class B.
3-6-6 Connecting probes Please refer to User Manual on how to connect/disconnect a probe. 3-6-7 Powering the system Please refer to User Manual on how to power the system. 3-22 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
System Configuration 3-7 System Configuration 3-7-1 Purpose of this section This section describes how to configure the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . 3-7-2 Contents in this section 3-7-3 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 configuration For complete instructions, refer to the lastest revision of the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Basic User Manual, Chapter 16.
System Setup 3-8 Peripherals Installation 3-8-1 Overview This section describes how to install and configure the peripherals validated for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . About the operation check-out of peripherals, 4-3-32 ‘Peripheral checks’ on page 4-35 for more information. Table 3-7:...
Materials furnished with the USB 2.0 HDD Item Description Quantity Note USB 2.0 HDD USB Cable • 3 Pedal Footswitch Table 3-11: Materials furnished with the Footswitch Item Description Quantity Note Suns USB Footswitch Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Item Description Quantity Note Netgear Wireless Interface USB Adapter A6210 USB-Docking for A6210 Velcro tape strips for attaching USB-docking to the ultrasound system WiFi Label (Wireless Network Label) 3-26 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
1. Unpack B/W Printer. 3-8-3-1-4 Installation Procedure NOTE: The printer driver is customized for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 at the factory; you do not need to change the settings. 1. Place the device in a suitable place. 2. Connect the DC cable (a), printer USB cable (b) to the printer.
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Devices column. 8. A window will pop up. Figure 3-7. Standard printer properties 9. Select Sony UP 898 Series from the Name pull-down menu, then select OK. 3-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. Ensure no physical damage. 3-8-3-2-4 Installation Procedure 1. Connect the Footswitch to the USB port on the Vivid T9/ Vivid T8 system. Figure 3-8. Connect Footswitch to the system Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-29 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Image Store, Cursor, Pointer, Previous Cycle, next Cycle, Freeze, 2D, Color, Print, Print Alt., Rec/Pause. Enter Config (F2) -> Imaging -> Application to configure the Footswitch functions. Figure 3-9. Configuring Footswitch Functions 3-30 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. Ensure no physical damage. 3-8-3-3-4 Installation Procedure 1. Connect the USB2.0 HDD to the USB port on the Vivid T9/ Vivid T8 system. Figure 3-10. Connect HDD to the system Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-31 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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3-8-3-4-3 Preparations 1. Unpack the ECG. 2. Ensure no physical damage. 3-8-3-4-4 Installation Procedure 1. Connect the ECG to the ECG cable on the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 system. Figure 3-11. Connect ECG to the system 3-32 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual...
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3-8-3-5-5 Connect the adapter directly to the USB-port Connect the wireless network adapter directly into rear I/O USB-port NOTE: Do not use any type of wireless adapter other than a GE-approved adapter. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-33 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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If a wireless network adapter is not connected, or if the connected wireless network adapter is not the correct model, no wireless networks will be listed in the Wireless Settings page 3-34 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-14. First Time Connection Dialog 5. Press OK in the dialog window. A new window for setting up your connection will open. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-35 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Wireless Settings page. 7. Setup security options in the Security tab of connection setup dialog. Figure 3-16. Network Settings Window - Security 3-36 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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LDAP config page. a. First go to LDAP config. Figure 3-17. LDAP Config Screen b. Then click on the Certificates... button to open the Certificate dialog. Figure 3-18. Certificate Dialog Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-37 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-20. Connection Established NOTE: Whenever connection to a new/different wireless network is required, it will be necessary to repeat all procedure steps above. 3-38 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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All configured networks are listed in the Security tab in the Wireless Settings window. Select the network for which you want to edit configuration and press Customize button. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-39 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-22. Customize Network Settings The window shown in Figure 3-23 Figure 3-24 will open and you can edit your previously stored settings. Figure 3-23. Network Settings Window - Connection 3-40 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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IP address,connected network etc. It is also possible to view all available networks and some signal information for them by pressing Available Channels... button. Figure 3-25. Properties Window - Available Channels Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-41 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-26. Monitor Window - Error Log 3-8-3-6-4 Diagnostics The Diagnostics tab lets you run a test to check if your connection is working correctly. Figure 3-27. Diagnostic Window 3-42 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
3. Select TCP/IP tab, the screen gives an overview of the network settings for Vivid T9/Vivid T8. Figure 3-28. TCP/IP Screen • Computer Name: For Vivid T9/Vivid T8 , it is of this form: VIVIDX-00NNNN, NNNN is the system’s serial number. • IP Address.
2. Select Connectivity > TCP/IP. 3-9-2-2 To Add a Server in the Server Config List Follow this procedure to add a server in the list: 1. Select Add. Figure 3-30. Server Config 3-44 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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No network connection between the ultrasound system and the server. • The wrong IP address. 5. Select OK to confirm your new settings, or Cancel to leave without doing any changes. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-45 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
The new settings are saved to a common settings file. After a restart, the settings are also included in other screens. 2. Restart ultrasound system to activate the changes. 3-46 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Connectivity setup 3-9-4 Setup connection to a DICOM server Vivid T9/Vivid T8 is configured to work with DICOM servers in a network environment. Images are first saved on the local image butter on the system. At the end of the examination the images are sent to the DICOM server via a DICOM spooler and to the local database, depending on dataflows.
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If Hidden is enabled, the dataflow will be invisible in the Search/Create Patient screen. Uncheck Hidden to display the dataflow in the Search/Create Patient screen. 5. Select DicomWorklist. 6. Select Properties to display the “Properties“ dialog. 3-48 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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For some DICOM servers, the default Time-out setting (30) is too low. • Select OK to close the Worklist properties dialog and save changes. Figure 3-34. The DicomWorklist Properties Window Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-49 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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“Pass“ sign, a white check mark on a green background The “Fail“ sign indicates that the network connection is failing. Typical causes: • Network cable not connected • Configuration error(s) 3-50 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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If the Check button fails immediately, the AE Title is probably wrong. If the Check button fails after a long time (corresponding to the timeout), the IP address or Port Number is probably wrong. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-51 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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System Setup 3-9-4-3 Verify the Connection to a Device(continued) Figure 3-38. Verification Result 3-52 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Timeout- Adjust the time-out setting. The retry settings can be used to make jobs retry on bad networks. There is no need to set retries for mobile (off-line) use. 3-54 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-41. Storage Commitment Properties • MPPS If enable MPPS, check the check-box and select MPPS.In the dialog, enter IP address, Name, AE Title and port Number. Figure 3-42. MMPS Properties Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-55 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Vascular/Abdominal categories, two SR documents are sent. TID5200 Echocardiography Procedure Report and TID 5100 Vascular Ultrasound Procedure Report do not support all M&A results from Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . They are limited to the following: • No unassigned measurement. •...
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SR version. Details about format and content of the SR version can be found in the corresponding user manual of the selected version. 6. Select OK. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-57 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 3-44. The Tools sheet 3. Enter the User and Password in the respective fields. NOTE: The filed User can either be on the form of username or domain\username. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-59 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. Select Connectivity -> Dataflow. The Dataflow sheet is displayed. 3. Select the dataflow Export to XML in the Name pull-down menu. Figure 3-45. XML Export Dataflow 3-60 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Remote paths of network volumes must be entered once in the Remote path field before they can be selected from the Destination pull-down menu. See 3-9-5 ‘Export configuration’ on page 3-58 for more information. 3. Select OK. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-61 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
DICOM data from a DICOM server for further analysis on the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . NOTE: You may have to set up Vivid T9/Vivid T8 as a destination on the server. 3-9-6-1 Query/Retrieve Setup on Vivid T9/Vivid T8 1. Press Config (F2) on the control panel and log on as administrator.
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Connectivity setup 3-9-6-1 Query/Retrieve Setup on Vivid T9/Vivid T8(continued) 4. Select DicomQR in the Selected column and then select Properties to display the Properties dialog. Figure 3-48. Select DicomQR Properties 5. Select the DICOM Query/Retrieve server from the IP-address pull down menu. In some cases, the server is the same as used for DICOM Storage.
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System Setup 3-9-6-1 Query/Retrieve Setup on Vivid T9/Vivid T8(continued) Follow the steps below to change the Search Criterias parameters: a. Select Search Criterias Figure 3-50. Select Search Criterias b. Select the correct tag from the pull down menu. If needed, type in the value. Then select Add to List.
3-9-7-1 Wire-Lan Network 1. Connect system with network. 2. Select Config > Connectivity > TCP/IP and select Network Settings. Figure 3-51. Network Settings 3. Select Ethernet. Figure 3-52. Network Connection Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-65 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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3-9-7-1 Wire-Lan Network(continued) 4. Select Properties in the Ethernet window. Figure 3-53. Connection Status 5. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) from the terms, and then select Properties. Figure 3-54. TCP/IP Protocol 3-66 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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DNS server address automatically, and then select OK. NOTE: If user wants to setup static IP address, input static address in IP-Address box, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway box. Figure 3-55. TCP/IP Protocol Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-67 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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If this is the first time you attempt to connect to the network, a dialog will pop up on screen asking you to configure the network setting. Figure 3-57. First Time Connection Dialog 3-68 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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If the Connect automatically when this network is in range setting is selected, then this network will auto-connect when available, without needing to enter the Wireless Settings page. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-69 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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LDAP config page. a. First go to LDAP config. Figure 3-60. LDAP Config Screen 3-70 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Then click on the Certificates... button to open the Certificate dialog (see Figure 3-57). This dialog is a standard Windows 10 Certificate Manager dialog. Figure 3-61. Certificate Diag Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-71 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Set number of days user will be remembered without needing to log in with network access. When disabling this option, the cached user data will be deleted Attribute mapping Map LDAP attributes to system user attributes. 3-72 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Then valid user credentials for a user with access to the Directory Server must be entered here. NOTE: The user credentials will be stored on the system unencrypted. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-73 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
3-10-1 Software Option Installation Procedure NOTE: Not all features described in this section may be available or cleared for sale in all markets. Please contact with your local GE Ultrasound representative to get the latest information. 1. Power on the system.
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5. After the system is powered on, check the option status. The option status explanation: • Permanent: This option is enabled in the system. 6. Exit and check the function of the option installed. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-75 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
During and after setup, the documentation (i.e. CDs with documentation, User Manuals, Installation Manuals, etc.) for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 and the peripherals must be kept as part of the original Ultrasound system documentation. This ensures that all relevant safety and user information is available during the operation and service of the complete Ultrasound system.
3-11-3 Product Locator Installation Card NOTE: The Product Locator Installation Card shown may not be the same as the provided Product Locator card. Figure 3-66. Product Locator Installation Card (Example) Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 3-77 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Chapter 4 General Procedures and Functional Checks This chapter provides procedures for quickly checking major functions of the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 and diagnostics instructions using the built-in service software. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
4-1-3 Special Equipment required To perform these tests, you'll need any of the sector, linear, or convex probes. (Normally you should check all the probes used on the system). Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
The covers are required for safe operation, good Ultrasound system performance and cooling purposes. Energy Control and Power Lockout for Vivid T9/Vivid T8. WARNING When servicing parts of the Ultrasound system where there is exposure to voltage greater than 30 volts: 1.
• 4-2-3 ‘Power off’ on page 4-8 • 4-2-4 ‘LCD Monitor position adjustment’ on page 4-9 • 4-2-5 ‘Logging on to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 as “ADM”’ on page 4-10 • 4-2-6 ‘Removable media’ on page 4-11 • 4-2-7 ‘Archiving and loading presets’ on page 4-12 •...
Do not cycle the Circuit Breaker ON-OFF-ON in less than five (5) seconds. When turning OFF the Circuit Breaker, the Ultrasound system should de-energize completely before turning the circuit breaker ON. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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General Procedures and Functional Checks 4-2-2-2 Connect AC (mains) Power to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Connecting AC Power to the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 ultrasound unit, involves preliminary checks of the power cord, voltage level and compliance with electrical safety requirements. 1. Ensure that the wall outlet is of appropriate type, and that the Circuit Breaker is turned off.
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General procedures 4-2-2-3 Switch ON the AC Power to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 1. Switch ON the Mains Power Circuit Breaker at the rear of the unit. You should hear a “click” from the relays in the AC Power and the unit is ready to boot.
To enable the key-combination <Ctrl+Alt+Delete>, the dongle should be connected to the system. • Cancel Use this button to exit from the System-Exit menu and return to the previous operation. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Failure to do so may result in corrupted patient files. 4-2-4 LCD Monitor position adjustment Refer to User Manual for LCD Monitor position adjustment. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
General Procedures and Functional Checks 4-2-5 Logging on to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 as “ADM” Select Utility tab on the touch screen, then select Config. It will bring up the Operator Login dialog where you must log Figure 4-2. Operator Login Window 1.
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(blank) DVD-R disk into the DVD-RW. 2. Access to the Config/Admin Menu, and select Backup. The Backup sheet will be shown on the LCD display. Figure 4-3. Backup Sheet 4-12 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Restore sheet will be shown on the LCD display. See Figure 4-3 on page 4-12. 3. Select the items needed to be restored. 4. Select Restore. The system performs the restore and restarts. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-13 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
General Procedures and Functional Checks 4-2-8 Data Management Refer to the latest revision of the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual to perform the following tasks: • Configuring the Disk Management Function • Setting the Disk Management Schedule • Configuring Data Management Settings •...
4-2-12 How to display or print the PDF files from the Manual CD? 1. Insert the CD-R disk (CD-ROM) into the CD-drive on a PC or Laptop with Adobe Acrobat Reader. Do not try to use the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 to read these files, it will CAUTION not work! 2.
1. Power down the system. 2. Disconnect the mains power cable from the wall outlet. Follow these links if you need more information: 4-2-3 ‘Power off’ on page 4-8 for more information. 4-16 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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When cleaning, make sure not to spill or spray any liquid into CAUTION the trackball housing (keyboard or system). 4-2-13-5 Test the Trackball Power up the and test that the trackball now works as intended. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-17 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Functional checks may also be used during troubleshooting. 4-3-2 Contents in this Section 4-3-3 Preparation Turn on power to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . For detailed description, See 4-2-2 ‘Power ON/Boot Up’ on page 4-5 for more information. 4-18 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual...
The functionality of these rotaries changes, depending upon the currently-displayed folder/page. 4-3-7 Performance Tests 4-3-7-1 Test Phantoms The use of test phantoms is only recommended if required by your facility's (customer’s) QA program. 4-20 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• Use Adaptive reject (Cardiac) to reduce near field haze and blood pol artifact without diluting tissue appearance of moving structures. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-21 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Adjust Compress and Edge Enhance to further optimize the display. Adjust Reject to reduce noise while taking care not to eliminate significant low-level diagnostic information. 4-22 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
2. Use the trackball to position the ROI frame over the area to be examined. 3. Press Select. The instruction Size should be highlighted in the trackball status bar. Use the trackball to adjust the dimension of the ROI. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-23 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Radial and Lateral Averaging smooths the image by averaging collected data along the same horizontal line. An increase of the lateral averaging will reduce noise, but this will also reduce the lateral resolution. 4-24 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
2. Use the trackball to position the ROI frame over the area to be examined. 3. Press Select. The instruction Size should be highlighted in the trackball status bar. Use the trackball to adjust the dimension of the ROI. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Radial and Lateral Averaging smooths the image by averaging collected data along the same horizontal line. An increase of the lateral averaging will reduce noise, but this will also reduce the lateral resolution. 4-26 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Press PW or CW to start Pulsed Wave Doppler (PW) or Continuous Wave Doppler (CW). Use the trackball to select the Area of Interest (Sample Volume) in PW or direction of interest in CW. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-27 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Use Invert to reverse the vertical component of the spectral Doppler area of the display. Use Angle correction to steer the ultrasound beam to the blood flow to be measured. 4-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
If the trackball control pointer is selected, press trackball to be able to select between Position and Size controls. Use the trackball to adjust the dimension of the ROI. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-29 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
6. Press Set to complete the measurement. The system displays the distance or tissue depth value in the measurement results window. NOTE: To toggle between active calipers, rotate Cursor Select button. 4-30 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Lauch the application. To change application, The selected application starts. press Probe key on the Control Panel. Verify there’s no EMI/RFI or artifacts specific to the No EMI/RFI or artifacts. probe. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-31 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
4-3-26-2 Parts needed • ECG Pads (3 pc) • ECG Cable Europe Kit (5505585) or US Kit (5505577) 4-3-26-3 Preparations None 4-32 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Fasten the three ECG Pads to your body and When the connection is completed, a typical connect the three leads to respective ECG clean ECG signal is displayed. Pad. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 4-33 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Adjust Num cycles to increase or decrease the number of heart beats to be played back. Adjust Left marker and Right marker to trim or expand the cineloop boundaries. 4-34 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• P1 for the UP-D711MD printer P2 for the whole screen secondary capture to clipboard 4-3-33 Turn OFF Power to Vivid T9/Vivid T8 See 4-2-3 ‘Power off’ on page 4-8 for more information. 4-3-34 Mechanical Functions Checks 4-3-34-1 Operator Panel Movement Please refer to: •...
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4-3-34-2 Casters (Wheels) and Brakes Checks Examine the wheels frequently for defects to avoid breaking or jamming. Table 4-3: Wheel Characteristics Wheel Characteristics Front and Rear Swivel and Brake 4-36 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Verify that Location (Hospital Name) is correct. Verify Language settings are correct. Verify assignment of Print Keys. Verify all of the customer’s options are set up Demo Option strings turn on correctly. 4-38 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Chapter 5 Components and Functions (Theory) This chapter explains Vivid T9/Vivid T8’s system concepts, component arrangement, and subsystem functions. It also describes the power distribution and the Common Service Desktop interface. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Block Diagram and Theory 5-2 Block Diagram and Theory 5-2-1 General Information Vivid T9/Vivid T8 is an ultrasound imaging scanner. The system can be used for: • 2D Gray Scale • 2D Color Flow imaging • M-Mode Gray Scale imaging •...
Components and Functions (Theory) 5-2-3 Block Diagram 5-2-3-1 System Diagram Figure 5-1. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 System Block Diagram Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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KBDboard, SoftKBD board and system speakers. APSTRSF is a power supply board in Vivid T9/Vivid T8 , it accepts power from APS module and ACDC adapter. Under the PWMST’s control, it generates all kinds of voltages to meet the power requirements of PWMST.
From the Main Circuit Breaker, the AC power is routed via an Inrush Current Limiter to a internal outlet connector for the Mains Transformer. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Power Diagram 5-3-2 AC Power(continued) Figure 5-2. Power Block Diagram Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• Class C view is the view enabled by the service options purchased. • Service Advanced • Service Expert (requires Service Advanced) • Service Pro (requires Service Advanced) Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Chapter 6 Service Adjustments This chapter describes how to test and make adjustments to the Vivid T9/Vivid T8. You can use these to test the system for errors. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Service Adjustments 6-1 Overview 6-1-1 Contents in this chapter • 6-1 ‘Overview’ on page 6-2 • 6-2 ‘LCD Monitor adjustments’ on page 6-3 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
These tests are optional. You may use them to check the system for errors. 6-2-2 Monitor Adjustments Please refer to User Manual for how to adjust the LCD Monitor Position, Brightness and Contrast. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Chapter 7 Diagnostics/Troubleshooting This chapter describes Vivid T9/Vivid T8 how to setup and run the tools and software that help maintain image quality and system operation. Very basic host, system and board levels are run whenever power is applied. Some Service Tools may be run at the application level.
Product Name = Vivid T9/Vivid T8 From the Config (F2) > About screen: Applications Software • Software Version • Software Part Number System Image Software • Image Date • Image Part Number Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Options enables creation of a log file based on a selected bookmark or for a user configurable time frame. Different type of information can be selected to be part of the log file. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
3. Capture the required screens to the Hard Disk Drive or DVD-R. 4. Restore the Print/Store button to it’s original settings. Below is an example on how to assign P1 key to screen capture. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Figure 7-2. Connectivity/Button screen 5. In the Destinations section, record the service that is displayed. 6. In the Button section, record the parameters related to the service. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Whole Screen, secondary Capture and No Image Compression. 4. The P2 Key should now be set up for whole screen capture, sending the screens to the image buffer (clipboard). Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. Press P2. This will place a snapshot of the screen on the “clipboard” displayed on the left of the scan image display. Figure 7-3. Select Image to Capture Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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USB Drive or CD/DVD. Figure 7-5. Save Dialog Box NOTE: It is better to save the image in Jpeg format. Image of this format can be easily reviewed in the computer. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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5. In the Physical Print Buttons section, select the parameters related to the service recorded in step 6, see 7-3-1-1 ‘Setting the P2 Key to Screen Capture’ on page 7-7. 7-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Depending on the purchase level,includes an option string to control access. • GE Service access (Class M) and an SSA key. For users with local Service Access privileges, this level provides unrestricted access to all Service desktop widgets and utilities.
This prevents patient scanning while the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 is not operating at an optimal status. For example, running a diagnostic may leave the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 in a state that is not good for imaging. Specifically, Disruptive mode is required to run diagnostics, clean presets, and reset the patient database, and turn on Virtual Console Observation (VCO).
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With Service Advanced and Service Expert plus Service PRO (Class C), the probe assessment tool (ePAT) diagnostic is added to the Service Advanced and Service Expert options listed. With GE Service access (Class M) and an SSA key, these are the available options: • HOME •...
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7-4-5-3 ‘System Status’ on page 7-20 • 7-4-5-10 ‘Disk Drive Space’ on page 7-30 • 7-4-5-11 ‘Network Configuration’ on page 7-32 • 7-4-5-12 ‘Connected Probes’ on page 7-34 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Diagnostics/Troubleshooting 7-4-5-1 System Information System Information displays general information about the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . When the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 has been successfully configured with the back office, these elements will have the corresponding values: • Agent Registered will be Yes •...
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• Not Available - The agent is not running or has not been configured. Model Number GE part number for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . The same number as listed on the rating plate. Serial Number Serial number of the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . The same number as listed on the rating plate.
Diagnostics/Troubleshooting 7-4-5-2 Software Status Use Software Status to view general information about the software installed on the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . The information on Software Status is available to all service class licenses. To access Software Status, navigate to Utility > Service >...
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View the amount of time the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 has been running • View the amount of time since the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 has last been rebooted The information on System Status is available to Class C and Class M licenses.
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System Status Temperature Displays the temperature monitoring of the Vivid T9/ Vivid T8 as normal, warning, or error using the standard colors and icons. Includes temperature out-of-spec events including an overall count of event warnings and errors for the last 30 days or the last status checkpoint whichever is sooner.
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Parameter with the vital product data (VPD). Value Actual value of the Item. For more information, see: • 7-4-5-3 ‘System Status’ on page 7-20 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 7-22 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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For more information, see: • 7-4-5-5 ‘FRU Status’ on page 7-24 • 7-4-5-6 ‘Graphs’ on page 7-26 • 7-4-5-3 ‘System Status’ on page 7-20 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-23 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Number of low temperature warnings. High Level Warning Number of high temperature warnings. Low Level Errors Number of low temperature errors. High Level Errors Number of high temperature errors. 7-24 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Common Service Desktop 7-4-5-5 FRU Status(continued) For more information, see: • ‘Temperature’ on page 7-23 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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To access this page, under System Status, select Temperature and then select Graphs. Figure 7-12. Graphs For more information, see: • ‘Temperature’ on page 7-23 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 7-26 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Common Service Desktop 7-4-5-8 Voltage Use Voltage to troubleshoot problems with monitored FRUs and the AC voltage of the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . Specifically, use these pages: • FRU Status • AC Voltage To access Voltage, navigate to Utility > Service > Home, and then under System Status, select Voltage.
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Number of low limit voltage errors Upper Limit Errors Number of high limit voltage errors For more information, see: • 7-4-5-7 ‘Voltage’ on page 7-27 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 7-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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To access this page, under System Status, select Voltage and then select AC Voltage. Figure 7-14. AC Voltage For more information, see: • 7-4-5-7 ‘Voltage’ on page 7-27 • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-29 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Table 7-7: Disk Drive Space Element DESCRIPTION C: Drive C: partition shows the graphical representation of the following: • Used space in GB • Available free space in GB 7-30 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Z: partition shows the graphical representation of the following: • Package repository • Misc • Available free space in GB For more information, see: • 7-4-5 ‘Home’ on page 7-15 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-31 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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7-4-5-12 Network Configuration Use Network Configuration to view network (wired and wireless) information (the full ipconfig details)for the network configured with the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . The information on Network Configuration is available to Class C and Class M licenses.
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Configuration with descriptions. Table 7-8: Network Configuration Element DESCRIPTION Host Name Name of the local host for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . More Details Displays the ipconfig details Wired Connection lpV4 Address Local IP address for the wired network connection.
7-4-5-13 Connected Probes Connected Probes shows probes connected to the Vivid T9/ Vivid T8 . The order on the user interface is top down matching the left-to-right order on the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 . The information on Connected Probes is available to all service class licenses.
1. In the server side, type the CRM No. of the system which the OLE would remotely connect to, and select Get Started. NOTE: Remote server link:https://stg-ffa.am.health.ge.com/#/di/ home. Figure 7-19. Input System ID Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-35 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. Select Connect. Then the Connect page is displayed. Figure 7-20. Connect Page 3. Select HTTPS to Connect. Then the OLE is remotely connected to the system. Figure 7-21. Select HTTPS to Connect 7-36 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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6. If we want to see the Scan screen or have control of the unit, we have to go to Virtual Console Observation and start it. Enter Utility-> Virtual Console Observation, select Start. Figure 7-24. Start VCO Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-37 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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7. Select Desktop to Connect. Then the OLE is remotely connected to the system. Figure 7-25. Select Desktop to Connect NOTE: You need to reboot the system before clinical scanning is resumed. 7-38 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Common Diagnostics 7-5-2 Service Diagnostics BF, COMEXP and GFS modules are on the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 WMST PWA. CPS is WPWR/DCDC PWA. IOS is SMIO PWA. PID is SLRY 4-Probe PWA. 7-5-2-1 GFS • GFS Swept Demodulator Test performs a signal path test of the swept demodulator FPGA on the GFS.
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AFE IF Test • Complex Mixer Test • CE Decoder Test 7-5-2-7 ECG Tests • ECG Tests 7-5-2-8 Doppler Tests • Doppler Audio Test runs the tests for Doppler. 7-40 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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This test is composed of various elements that verify a monitor functions correctly. To test a monitor feature, click the appropriate button. You can return to this dalog by clicking the mouse button or pressing any key. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-41 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Click the appropriate button to fill the screen with the associated test pattern. You can return to this dalog by clicking the mouse button or pressing any key. 7-42 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Double-click on the picture of the monitor. If successful, the picture will change. • Sound Test generates sounds for testing the speakers. • USB Ports Test lists USB Devices. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-43 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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8. Press Probe button on the control panel and select the first probe from the probe indicators. 9. Enter global service user interface as GE service. 7-44 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 7-27. Probe Assessment Pass 11. In the Diags-> Run Diags->Diags History to check the probe diagnostic results. Figure 7-28. Probe Assessment Result Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-45 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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7-6-1-1 System Doesn’t Boot This is an overall diagram showing a recommended sequence for troubleshooting a no-boot situation. NOTE: This troubleshooting tip is for online engineer. Figure 7-29. System Doesn’t Boot Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 7-47 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Replacement Procedures This chapter describes how to remove and install, or replace, modules and subsystems in the Vivid T9/Vivid T8. It also includes instructions for installing and re-installing the software. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• 8-1 ‘Overview’ on page 8-2 • 8-2 ‘Warnings and important information’ on page 8-3 • 8-3 ‘Disassembly/Re-assembly’ on page 8-5 • 8-4 ‘Loading the software’ on page 8-20 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Warnings and important information 8-2 Warnings and important information 8-2-1 Warnings Energy Control and Power Lockout for Vivid T9/Vivid T8. WARNING When servicing parts of the Ultrasound system where there is exposure to voltage greater than 30 volts: 1. Follow LOCK OUT/TAG OUT procedures.
Equipment being returned must be clean and free of blood and other infectious substances. GE Healthcare policy states that body fluids must be properly removed from any part or equipment prior to shipment. GE Healthcare employees, as well as customers, are responsible for ensuring that parts/equipment have been properly decontaminated prior to shipment.
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES AND HIGH CURRENT LEVELS TO AVOID ACCIDENTAL CONTACT Do not wear the ESD wrist strap when you work on live circuits CAUTION and more than 30V peak is present. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
AQUA R3 TP Module T9 Gel Holder AQUA Probe Holder ErgotronFlexible Arm Kit AQUA T9 Main Top Cover AQUA T9 Rear Handle ECG Cable AQUA R3 Printer Shelf Kit Vivid T9 Base Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Arm Support Kits for Aqua R2 AQUA Probe Holder AQUA R3 Rear Handle Vivid T8 R3 KBD Top Assy ECG Cable AQUA R3 Printer Shelf Kit T8 R3 Base Chassis Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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1. USB Printer port: For AC Printer ONLY. 6. Equipotentiality 2. VGA Video out port 7. Circuit breaker 3. USB 2.0 ports 8. AC Inlet 4. Ethernet 5. Audio Out port Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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1. USB Printer port: For AC Printer ONLY. 6. Equipotentiality 2. VGA Video out port 7. Circuit breaker 3. USB 2.0 ports 8. AC Inlet 4. Ethernet 5. Audio Out port 8-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
8-3-4-1 Tools • Common Phillips screwdrivers 8-3-4-2 Preparation • Shut down the system and disconnect the power cord. 8-3-4-3 Needed Manpower • 1 person, 5 minutes + travel Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-11 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Pull out the body front cover with hands. Unscrew the 2 screws and remove the bracket. Unscrew 1 screw with hand, then remove the battery bracket. Then take out the battery. 8-12 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Perform the checks. • Try to move the battery bracket and the battery bracket is securely fixed and is not loose. • Battery status displays on the screen. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-13 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
1. Power down the system. 2. Disconnect the mains power cable from the wall outlet. Follow these links if you need more information: 4-2-3 ‘Power off’ on page 4-8 for more information. 8-14 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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When cleaning, make sure not to spill or spray any liquid into CAUTION the trackball housing (keyboard or system). 8-3-5-5 Test the Trackball Power up the and test that the trackball now works as intended. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
1. Power off the system. 2. Disconnect the mains power cable from the wall outlet. Follow these links if you need more information: 4-2-3 ‘Power off’ on page 4-8 for more information. 8-16 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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3. Dust the filter with a vacuum cleaner and/or wash it with a mild soapy solution. If washed, rinse and dry the filter before re-installation. 4. Pull back the air filter. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-17 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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DO NOT operate the unit without the metal filter in place. Allow the metal filter to dry thoroughly before re-installing them on the unit. 1. Pull out the air filter. Figure 8-7. Pull Out the Air Filter 8-18 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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3. Dust the filter with a vacuum cleaner and/or wash it with a mild soapy solution. If washed, rinse and dry the filter before re-installation. 4. Put back the metal filter 5. Put back the air filter. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-19 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Database, as needed after a hard disk replacement, or if all the content on the hard disk has been erased, the images must be moved away from Vivid T9/Vivid T8 before doing backup of the Patient Database. Depending on the location set-up, either move the images to a remote server or to removable media like DVD or CD discs.
CAUTION It is considered to be best practice to always keep a record on paper of the settings for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8. Verify if it is current before you start to load software! Always keep a record of the settings for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 on paper.
If the system will not shutdown normally, hold down the Power On/Off Switch until the light turns off. 3. Press Power button to power on the system and press F7 on the control panel immediately. 8-22 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 8-9. Input Password 5. From the page appearing, select USB as the boot device and press Enter key to finish the setting. Figure 8-10. Select Product Type Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-23 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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6. The system will detect the USB automatically and a window will pop up. Select the product type properly. Figure 8-11. Select Product Type 7. Press Confirm if the product type is properly selected. Figure 8-12. Confirmation Page 8-24 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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This option will only upgrade the application software and will not backup the system. • To select Erase the Whole Disk. This option will destroy all patient data. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Status bar on the screen indicates the progress. NOTE: It will need about 27 minutes to finish the upgrading process. Do not interrupt the software loading at any time.. WARNING 8-26 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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USB stick and click the Reboot button. NOTE: If you do not remove the USB memory stick, the software system loading process repeats when the system boots up. Figure 8-16. Finish Upgrading Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-27 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 8-17. Input Serial Number 14. After you power on the system, it will need you to input the backup option key, and then press OK. Figure 8-18. Input Option Key 8-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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8-4-7-2 Rewrite the Serial Number If selected to load the complete disk during the software loading process, when powering the system, the system will indicate to rewrite the serial number. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-29 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Replacement Procedures 8-4-8 Software Version check out 8-4-8-1 Functional Check-out 1. Power on Vivid T9/Vivid T8 system and wait until system booting to scanning screen. NOTE: If selected to load C Disk only when loading the system software, the system will display a screen to restore Computer name before entering the scanning screen.
The status “disabled” means the option keys are not activated and not working. Check if the option is installed and if the serial number and option key are correct. Figure 8-20. Software Option Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-31 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Plug in the probe. In scanning mode, the probe information is displayed on the right top location of the screen. About the probe specification for intended use on Vivid T9/Vivid T8. Plug in at least one of each type of the probes and check if each of the probes is recognized and the probe information is displayed correctly.
To access the instruction about installing DICOM devices please refer to another manual Basic User Manual. Please use the latest revision of this document. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-33 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
For Vivid T8, you can also enter Installation Wizard by clicking the IW icon at the bottom. Figure 8-22. Enter Installation Wizard 8-34 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 –...
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If you change the language setting, press OK to restart the system. Figure 8-24. System Language settings (2) NOTE: If you press Previous, you will go to the previous page. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-35 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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2. This screen shows the hospital and time information, and you can set the system date and time here. Figure 8-25. General Information 3. Press Next to continue. 8-36 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Loading the software 8-4-13 Installation Wizard(continued) 4. The Network Information screen shows the configuration of wireless and local network: Figure 8-26. Network Information (1) Figure 8-27. Network Information (2) Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 8-37 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Figure 8-28. Summary Information Press Export and select the location where you want to store the report. Figure 8-29. Export Summary 7. Press Exit to exit Installation Wizard. 8-38 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Chapter 9 Renewal Parts This chapter lists the renewal parts available for the Vivid T9/Vivid T8. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Renewal Parts 9-1 Overview 9-1-1 Contents in this chapter • List of Abbreviations • Renewal Parts Lists Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Replacement part available in part hub FRU 2 Replacement part available from the manufacturer (lead time involved) Keyboard Liquid Crystal Display Brightness and Volume TMST Master Board Hardware Software Mechanical Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Italian version 1009 5790782-121 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Dutch version 1010 5790782-127 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Brazilian Portuguese version 1011 5790782-129 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Estonian version 1012 5790782-131 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Slovenian version...
Renewal Parts Table 9-5: Manuals for Vivid T9/Vivid T8 Item Part Number Description 1030 5790782-174 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Lithuanian version 1031 5790782-175 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Latvian version 1032 5790782-176 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 User Manual Serbian version 1033...
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5450377-S T9 Gel Holder 1104 5782245-S AQUA R3 Speaker Top Cover Assy 1105 5483123-S Spark Body Front Cover Assy 1106 5451284-2 R2 Battery Pack 1107 5456424-S Spark Air Filter Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 9-11 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Ultrasound system and peripherals. These procedures are intended to maintain the quality of the Ultrasound system’s performance. Read this chapter completely and familiarize yourself with the procedures before performing a task. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-1 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• 10-8 ‘When there's too much leakage current …’ on page 10-30 • 10-9 ‘Inspection Paperwork’ on page 10-32 • 10-10 ‘Electrical Safety Tests Log’ on page 10-34 10-2 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Do not pull out or insert circuit boards while power is on. CAUTION Do not operate this Ultrasound system unless all board covers CAUTION and frame panels are securely in place. System performance and cooling require this. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-3 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Ultrasound system is maintained on a periodic basis. A copy of the Ultrasound Periodic Maintenance Inspection Certificate should be kept in the same room or near the Ultrasound system. 10-4 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Testing results, corrective action and the effects of corrective action must be documented and maintained on the site. Your GE service representative can help you with establishing, performing and maintaining records for a quality assurance program. Contact GE for coverage and/or price for service.
T8 should be serviced and outlines items requiring special attention. NOTE: It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure the Vivid T9/Vivid T8 care and maintenance is performed as scheduled in order to retain its high level of safety, dependability and performance.
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See Notes also after corrective maintenance NOTE: The maintenance may require specialized equipment to complete. NOTE: The periodic maintenances are not mandatory. The table above is for reference only. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-7 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Care and Maintenance 10-5 Tools required NOTE: For a list of required tools for servicing the Vivid T9/Vivid T8, refer to chapter 8. 10-5-1 Standard GE tool kit The following is a description of the “Standard” GE tool kit in the USA.
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Weller - Soldering Iron Tip KH175 Hemostat 5 inch curved 9-WEWDP12 Weller - Desoldering Pump 9-Z9480121 Alignment tool (red) 93383 Flashlight Mini-Mag Lite (AAA Bat.) 9-GH408 Tweezers 21576 Brush - Bristle Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-9 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Screwdriver 5/16 inch × 8 inch #36 Drill 9-41586 Screwdriver, Stubby 5/16 inch #29 Drill 9-GH19512 Countersink 1/2 inch 9-44046 3/8 inch Socket Set 9-44741 12 PC Combination Wrench 10-10 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Quality Assurance Program tests. B/W Printer Cleaning Sheet See printer user manual for requirements Color Printer Cleaning Sheet See printer user manual for requirements Disposable Gloves Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-11 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Where applicable, Error Logs can be reviewed via system diagnostics. Diagnostics Optional. Presets Backup all Customer Presets to an appropriate media. Image Archive Back up the Image Archive onto appropriate media. 10-12 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Verify the distance by graduate rule. Distance Accuracy should be within ±5%. (Name result from result window Result A, result from graduate rule Result B; Distance Accuracy = (Result B-Result A)/Result A) Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-13 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Inspect it and its connectors for damage of any kinds. Verify Verify that the LINE, NEUTRAL and GROUND wires are properly attached to the terminals, and that no strands may cause a short circuit. 10-14 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
• can be adjusted in the up/down positions. Note: LCD Arm movement may vary and is not applicable to all Ultrasound systems. External I/O Check all connectors for damage. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-15 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
1. Review the system error log for any problems. 2. Check the temperature log to see if there are any trends that could cause problems in the future. 3. Check the Configuration Log; update if needed. 10-16 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Ensure that you are completely familiar with the proper care of GE probes. Ultrasound probes can be easily damaged by improper handling. See the User Manual and probe care cards for more details.
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Follow care instructions that came with the probe. Disinfect a defective probe before you return it. Be sure to tag CAUTION the probe as being disinfected. 10-18 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Possible risk of infection. Do not handle soiled or contaminated CAUTION probes and other components that have been in patient contact. Follow appropriate cleaning and disinfecting procedures before handling the equipment. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-19 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Check probe leakage current: • Based on your facilities QA program for surface probes. • Based on your facilities QA program for endocavitary probes. • whenever probe damage is suspected. 10-20 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Electrical safety tests 10-7-2 Leakage current limits Energy Control and Power Lockout for Vivid T9/Vivid T8. WARNING When servicing parts of the Ultrasound system where there is exposure to voltage greater than 30 volts: 1. Follow LOCK OUT/TAG OUT procedures.
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CF symbol. Sink The current resulting from the application of mains Leakage voltage to the applied part. This test is required test for Type CF applied parts. 10-22 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
(grounded supply) conductor and the Grounding (protective earth) conductor are reversed. If later tests indicate high leakage currents, this should be suspected as a possible cause and the outlet wiring should be visually inspected. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-23 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
The maximum allowable limit for chassis source leakage is shown in Table 10-12 on page 10-21. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-25 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Optional Power Switch Switch Cover Parts Test 3 Test 4 Enter Name of tested peripheral here: NORM OPEN NORM CLOSED OPEN CLOSED NORM OPEN NORM CLOSED OPEN CLOSED 10-26 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
If no leakage current is detected, check the configuration of the test equipment. 10-7-6-2 Tools For needed tools, see: 10-5 ‘Tools required’ on page 10-8. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-27 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Follow the Safety Analyzer tool instruction to test each transducer for leakage current. The electrical Safety Analyzer tool should be calibrated and compliant with AAMI/ESI 1993 or IEC 60601 or AS/NZS 3551. 10-28 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Typical Data Sheet For Transducer Source Leakage Current Transducer Tested: Tester Power Polarity Tester GROUND or Unit Power Switch NUETRAL Switch Measurement NORM OPEN NORM CLOSED OPEN CLOSED NORM OPEN NORM CLOSED OPEN CLOSED Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-29 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
If later tests indicate high leakage currents, this should be suspected as a possible cause and the outlet wiring should be visually inspected. 10-30 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
Ultrasound system and if situation can not be corrected, submit a Safety Failure Report to document the Ultrasound system problem. Remove Ultrasound system from operation. 10-8-7 ECG Fails Inspect cables for damage or poor connections. Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-31 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
* Scan Format: Phased Array, Linear Array, Curved Array, Mechanical Array or Other Figure 10-5. Ultrasound Inspection Certificate * Scan Format: Phased Array, Linear Array, Curved Array, Mechanical Array or Other 10-32 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Probe 1: Probe 2: Probe 3: Final Check. All system covers are in place. System scans with all probes as expected. Accepted by: ______________________________________________________________________ Figure 10-7. Electrical Safety Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-33 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
(lead to ground) Patient lead source leakage (lead to lead) Patient lead source leakage (isolation) Peripheral 1 leakage current Peripheral 1 ground continuity Peripheral 2 leakage current 10-34 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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Peripheral 2 ground continuity Peripheral 3 leakage current Peripheral 3 ground continuity Table 10-19: Electrical safety tests (probes) log Max value Comments value measured allowed Probe Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 10-35 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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1-26 environmental specifications for the unit, 2-4 phone numbers, 1-27 errors, i-15 customer order ESD, 1-24 verification, 3-18 ESD prevention, 1-25 customer provided prerequisite, 8-20 ethernet Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual Index-1 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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"system setup", 3-1 precautions installation warnings certified electrical contractor statement, i-14 see "setup warnings", 3-3 damage in transport, i-14 introduction (chapter 1), 1-1 important precautions, i-2 service safety considerations, i-16 Index-2 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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10-3 software loading, 8-20 dangerous procedures, 1-21 software/hardware compatibility, 9-4 receiving and unpacking, 3-6 software-hardware what is EMC?, 1-24 compatibility, 5-3 when there’s too much leakage current, 10-30 Vivid T9/Vivid T8 – Basic Service Manual Index-3 5795591-100 English Rev. 3...
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