GE Vivid 7 Service Manual

							
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DIRECTION FC091194, REVISION 11    VIVID 7 SERVICE MANUAL 
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1 - 3
1-2-2 Typical Users of  the Service Manual
• Service Personnel (installa tion, maintenance, etc.)
• Hospital’s Service Personnel 
• Architectural Planners/Installation Planners (s ome parts of Chapter 2, Site Preparations)
1-2-3 Vivid 7 Models Covered by this Manual
Table 1-3    Vivid 7 Models and Hardware/Software Compatibility   sheet 1 of 3
MODEL 
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
FRONT-END 
PROCESSORBACK-END 
PROCESSOR
APPLICATION 
SOFTWARE 
VERSION(S)
FD000010 VIVID 7 DIMENSION CONSOLE, LCD MONITOR, 230 VAC
FEP2(RFI) BEP4.2 v7.0
FD000020
VIVID 7 DIMENSION CONSOLE, LCD MONITOR, 100-120 VAC
FD000120 VIVID 7 PRO CONSOLE,  LCD MONITOR, 230 VAC
FD000130VIVID 7 PRO CONSOLE,  LCD MONITOR, 100-120 VAC
FD000140VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  MULTI-DIM. & VOLUME, LCD MONITOR, 230 VAC
FD000150VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  MULTI-DIM. & VOLUME, LCD MONITOR, 100-120 VAC
FD000160 VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  MULTI-DIM. IMAGING,  LCD MONITOR, 230 VAC
FD000170 VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  MULTI-DIM. IMAGING,  LCD MONITOR, 100-120 VAC
FD000180 VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  VOLUME ULTRASOUND,  LCD MONITOR, 230 VAC
FD000190VIVID 7 DIM.  W/  VOLUME ULTRASOUND,  LCD MONITOR,100-120 VAC
FC000890VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL & Volume (BT’06) 230 VAC
FEP2
(RFI)BEP4.2v6.x
FC000900VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL & Volume (BT’06) 120 VAC
FC000910 VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’06) 230 VAC
FC000920 VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’06) 100-120 VAC
FC000930 VIVID 7 PRO (BT’06) 230 VAC
FC000940VIVID 7 PRO (BT’06) 100-120 VAC
FC000950VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL IMAGING (BT’06) 230 VAC
FC000960VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL IMAGING (BT’06) 120 VAC
FC000970 VIVID 7 DIMENSION VOLUME ULTRASOUND (BT’06) 230 VAC
FC000980 VIVID 7 DIMENSION VOLUME ULTRASOUND (BT’06) 120 VAC 
						

							
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FC000760 VIVID 7 DIMENSION, MULTIDIMEN
SIONAL RENDERING AND VOLUME 
(BT’05), 230 VAC
FEP2(RFI) BEP3.2 v5.x
FC000770VIVID 7 DIMENSION, MULTIDIMEN
SIONAL RENDERING AND VOLUME 
(BT’05), 120 VAC
FC000780VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’05), 230 VAC
FC000790VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’05), 100-120 VAC
FC000800 VIVID 7 PRO (BT’05), 230 VAC
FC000810 VIVID 7 PRO (BT’05), 100-120 VAC
FC000820 VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL IMAGING (BT’05), 230 VAC
FC000830VIVID 7 DIMENSION MULTIDIMENSIONAL IMAGING (BT’05), 120 VAC
FC000840VIVID 7 DIMENSION w/ VOLUME ULTRASOUND (BT’05), 230 VAC
FC000850VIVID 7 DIMENSION w/ VOLUME ULTRASOUND (BT’05), 100-120 VAC
FC000699 VIVID 7 (BT’04), 100-120 VAC
FEP2(RFI) BEP3 v4.x
FC000660
VIVID 7 PRO (BT’04), 100-120 VAC
FC000650 VIVID 7 PRO (BT’04), 230 VAC
FC000640VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’04), 100-120 VAC
FC000630VIVID 7 DIMENSION (BT’04), 230 VAC
FC000620VIVID 7 DIMENSION WITH 3D (BT’04), 100-120 VAC
FC000610 VIVID 7 DIMENSION WITH 3D (BT’04), 230 VAC
FC000440 VIVID 7 PRO with RFI, 100-120 VAC
BEP2.2 v3.2/v3.4
FC000430
VIVID 7 PRO with RFI, 230 VAC
FC000420VIVID 7 with RFI, 100-120 VAC
FC000410VIVID 7 with RFI, 230 VAC
Table 1-3    Vivid 7 Models and Hardware/Software Compatibility (cont’d) sheet 2 of 3
MODEL 
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
FRONT-END 
PROCESSORBACK-END 
PROCESSOR
APPLICATION  SOFTWARE 
VERSION(S) 
						

							
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NOTE: When not otherwise specified,  the contents in this manual applies to all Vivid 7 models.
FC000340VIVID 7 PRO (BT’03), 100 - 120 VAC
FEP1
(RFT)
BEP2v3.1/v3.3
FC000330
VIVID 7 PRO (BT’03), 220 - 240 VAC
FC000320 VIVID 7 (BT’03), 100 - 120 VAC
FC000310 VIVID 7 (BT’03), 220 - 240 VAC
FC000210VIVID 7 (BT’02), 100 - 120 VAC- Manufactured 
with either BEP1  or BEP2.
- BEP2 may be  used as FRU
- BEP2 phased  into production 
from September 
2002.
v2.3/v2.4
FC000200VIVID 7 (BT’02), 220 - 240 VAC
FC000190VIVID 7 PRO (BT’02), 100 - 120 VAC
FC000180 VIVID 7 PRO (BT’02), 220 - 240 VAC
FC000060 VIVID 7 (BT’01), 100 - 120 VAC - Manufactured 
with 
BEP1
- BEP2 may be  used as FRU
FC000030
VIVID 7 (BT’01), 230 VAC
Table 1-3    Vivid 7 Models and Hardware/Software Compatibility (cont’d) sheet 3 of 3
MODEL 
NUMBER
DESCRIPTION
FRONT-END 
PROCESSORBACK-END 
PROCESSOR
APPLICATION  SOFTWARE 
VERSION(S) 
						

							
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1-2-4 Product Description
1-2-4-1 Overview of the Vivid 7 Ultrasound Scanner • Vivid 7 is a phased and linear array ultrasound im aging scanner. It also has provisions for analog 
input sources like ECG and phono, and a Doppler probe may be connected and used too. 
• Real Time 3D (RT 3D) was introduced as an  option to VIVID 7 Dimension in 2004 (BT’04).
• The unit can be used for:  - 2D Black and White imaging 
- 2D Color Flow 
- M-Mode Black and White imaging 
- Color M-Mode 
- Doppler
- a number of combinations of the above
- Real Time 3D measurements (4D)
• Vivid 7 is a digital beam forming unit and can handle up to 192 element linear probes by use of  multiplexing. 
• Signal flow from the Probe Connector Panel to th e Front-End, then to the Mid Processors and Back-
End Processor and finally to the monitor and peripherals. 
• System configuration is stored on a hard disk driv e (HDD) and all necessary software is loaded from 
the HDD on power up. 
						

							
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1-2-4-1      Overview of the  Vivid 7 Ultrasound Scanner (cont’d) 
Figure 1-1   Vivid 7 Major Components
CRT MONITOR.
(Discontinued 2007)
OPERATOR PANEL
B/W VIDEO PRINTER
DVD or CD DRIVEMO DRIVE BRAKE PEDALS
PARKING SLOT 
(UNITS WITHOUT 4D)
PROBE CONNECTORS VCR or DVD 
RECORDER UPPER PANEL 
WITH STEREO 
LOUDSPEAKERS
DOPPLER (PEDOF) 
CONNECTOR
PATIENT I/O
21” LCD MONITOR 
- STANDARD FOR BT’08.
- OPTION FOR BT’06 
						

							
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1-2-4-2 History - Hardware/Software Versions The contents in this sub-section has been moved to chapter 9.
• For Front-End Processor Version 2, please refer to:  9-18-2 Hardware/Software Versions, Front-
End Processor Version 2 (FEP2) on page 9-38
• For Front-End Processor Version 1, please refer to:  9-18-4 Hardware/Software Versions, Front-
End Processor Version 1 on page 9-42
1-2-4-3 History - Peripherals/Software Versions The contents in this sub-section has been moved to chapter 9.
 Please refer to:
•9-22-1 Peripherals Co mpatibility on page 9-63
1-2-4-4 FRUs for Back-End Processor The contents in this sub-section has been moved to chapter 9.
 Please refer to:
•Section 9-19 Back-End Processor on page 9-46
1-2-4-5 History - Supported Probes The contents in this sub-section has been moved to chapter 9.
 Please refer to:
•Section 9-26 Probes on page 9-80
1-2-4-6 How to Turn the Scanner ON and OFF Please refer to  Chapter 4, section 4-2-2 - Power ON/ Boot UP , for a detailed description of how to turn 
the scanner ON and to  Chapter 4, section 4-2-3 - Power Shut Down  for a detailed description of how to 
turn the scanner OFF.
1-2-4-7 How to Check for Hardware/Software Version, Installed Options To verify the hardware versions on the boards, please refer to the appropriate table:
•Hardware/Software Versions, Front-End Processor Version 2 (FEP2) on page 9-38  
• Hardware/Software Versions, Front-End Processor Version 1 on page 9-42  
Please refer to  Software Configuration Checks on page 4-82  to check the software versions on local 
software on the boards.
Please refer to  Functional Checks on page 4-28  to check for installed options. 
1-2-4-8 Purpose of Operator Manual(s) The Operator Manual(s) should be fully read and understood before operating the Vivid 7 and also kept 
near the unit for quick reference. 
						

							
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Section 1-3
Important Conventions
1-3-1 Conventions Used in Book
1-3-1-1 Model Designations.  This manual covers the Vivid 7 scanners listed in  Table 1-3 on page 1-3.
1-3-1-2 Icons Pictures, or icons, are used wh erever they will reinforce the prin ted message. The icons, labels and 
conventions used on the product  and in the service information are described in this chapter.
1-3-1-3 Safety Precaution Messages Various levels of safety precaution messages may be found on the equipment and in the service 
information. The different levels of concern are identi fied by a flag word that precedes the precautionary 
message. Known or potential haz ards to personal are labeled in one of the following ways:
Example: Disk drive will crash.
NOTE: Notes provide important information about an item or a procedure.  Information contained in a NOTE c an often save you time or effort.
DANGERDanger is used to indicate the presence of  a hazard that will cause severe 
personal injury or death if  the instructions are ignored.
WARNINGWARNINGWarning is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that can cause severe personal 
injury and property damage if instructions are ignored.
CAUTIONCaution is used to indicate the presence of a hazard that will or can cause minor personal injury 
and property damage if instructions are ignored. 
NOTICEEquipment Damage Possible.
Notice is used when a hazard  is present that can cause property damage but has absolutely no 
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1-3-2 Standard Hazard Icons
Important information will always be preceded  by the exclamation point  contained within a 
triangle, as seen throughout this chapter. In addition  to text, several different graphical icons (symbols) 
may be used to make you aware of sp ecific types of hazards that could possibly cause harm. Even if a 
symbol isn’t used in this manual, it is included for your reference.
Some others make you aware of specific  procedures that should be followed.
Table 1-4    Standard Hazard Icons
ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL RADIATION
LASER HEAT PINCH
Table 1-5    Standard Icons that indicates that a special procedure is to be used
AVOID STATIC ELECTRICITYTAG AND LOCK OUTWEAR EYE PROTECTION
HAND PROTECTIONFOOT PROTECTION
LASERLIGHT
Signed Date
TA G 
& LOCKOUT
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1-3-3 Product Icons
The following table describes the purpose and location  of safety labels and other important information 
provided on the equipment.
Table 1-6    Product Icons   sheet 1 of 4
LABEL/SYMBOLPURPOSE/MEANINGLOCATION
Identification and Rating Plate Manufacturers name and address
Date of manufacture
Model and serial numbers
Electrical ratings Rear of console near power inlet
Type/Class Label Used to indicate the degree of safety or 
protection.
IP Code (IPX8/IP68) Indicates the degree of protection 
provided by the enclosure per IEC 529. 
IPX8 indicates drip proof and may be 
used in an Operating Theater. 
The footswitch delivered with Vivid 7 is 
IP68 rated. Footswitch
Equipment Type BF (man in the box 
symbol) IEC 878-02-03 indicates B 
Type equipment having a floating 
applied part.Probe connectors including Doppler 
probe connector
Equipment Type CF (heart in the box 
symbol) IEC 878-02-05 indicates 
equipment having a floating applied part 
having a degree of protection suitable 
for direct cardiac contact.Probe connectors and ECG connector.
On newer systems also on the rear of 
the system.
DEFIBRILLATOR-PROOF TYPE CF 
EQUIPMENT.At the ECG connector on front of 
system.
Device Listing/Certification Labels Laboratory logo or labels denoting 
conformance with industry safety 
standards such as UL or IEC. Rear of console
“CAUTION - This unit weighs...Special  care must be used to avoid...” This precaution is intended to prevent 
injury that may result if one person 
attempt to move the unit considerable 
distances or on an incline due to the 
weight of the unit. On the console where easily seen 
during transport
“DANGER - Risk of explosion used in...” The system is not designed for use with 
flammable anesthetic gases. Rear of console
 The system is not designed for use with 
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Please refer to the Recycling 
instructions on the label located outside  the Front End Card Rack’s Cover  (Inside the unit), 
see  Figure 1-20 on page 1-64 
and  Figure 1-23 on page 1-67.
REAR OF CONSOLE
Vivid 7 SCANNERS PRODUCED 
AFTER SEPTEMBER 2004:
Vivid 7 SCANNERS PRODUCED AFTER SEPTEMBER 2004:
“TESTED AND PRODUCTION 
MONITORED BY TUV PRODUCT 
SERVICE NRTL WITH RESPECT TO 
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND 
MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY IN 
ACCORDANCE WITH UL2601-1 AND 
CAN/CSA C22.2 NO.601.1”
Products produced before September 
2004 will bear the c-UL -us Classification 
mark, shown below.
REAR OF CONSOLE ON Vivid 7 
PRODUCED AFTER SEPTEMBER  2004
Vivid 7 SCANNERS PRODUCED  BEFORE SEPTEMBER 2004: Vivid 7 SCANNERS PRODUCED 
BEFORE SEPTEMBER 2004:
“CLASSIFIED BY UNDERWRITERS 
LABORATARIES INC WITH RESPECT 
TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND 
MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY IN 
ACCORDANCE WITH UL2601-1 AND 
CAN/CSA C22.2 NO.601.1” REAR OF CONSOLE ON Vivid 7 
PRODUCED BEFORE SEPTEMBER  2004
This unit carries the CE mark. 
The Vivid 7  unit complies with 
regulatory requirements of the 
European Directive 93/ 42/EEC 
concerning medical devices. 
It also complies with  emission limits for 
a Group 1, Class B Medical Device as 
stated in EN 60601-1-2 
(IEC 60601-1-2).
(Units produced before 2 May 2002 
have the CE0301 label.) REAR OF CONSOLE
“CAUTION” The equilateral triangle is 
usually used in combination with other 
symbols to advise or warn the user. Various
“ATTENTION - Consult accompanying 
documents” is intended to alert the user 
to refer to the operator manual or other 
instructions when complete information 
cannot be provided on the label.
Various
Table 1-6    Product Icons (cont’d) sheet 2 of 4
LABEL/SYMBOLPURPOSE/MEANINGLOCATION