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5-12-4 General Description,  Top Console on Vivid 7 PRO
NOTE: Top Console on Vivid 7 is described in  section 5-12-1 on page 5-141.
The Top Console includes Monitor, Monitor Shelf, Speakers and Operator Panel. 
The Console can be moved from side to side. It can be  locked in center position by a mechanism located 
inside the Console. The handle (XY-release Handle) that open for sideway movement, is located in the 
center lower side of the Front Handle.
The Top Console can also be moved up and down. The handle (Z-release Handle) is located in the left 
grip of the Front Handle. A gas spring inside the sy stem assists in the Z movement. It is actuated by 
pulling the Z-release Handle and at  the same time lifting up or pushing down the Console with some 
pressure to assist up/down motion.
A flexible harness of electrical and mechanical wir es secures the connection between the Top Console 
and rest of the System.
5-12-5 Location in the Unit Vivid 7 PRO
Figure 5-97   Vivid 7 PRO - Top Console Movement
Figure 5-98   Vivid 7 PRO Console Swivel Mechanism
XY-release Handle, 
releases Top Console for 
sideward movement,
Z-release Handle, releases Top 
Console for up and down movement. 
						

							
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Section 5-13
Air Flow Control
5-13-1 General Description
The Air Flow Control includes the following components:
• Dust Filter
• Dust Filter Frame
• Air Inlet Channel
•Fan Assembly
Other components that influence on the airflow is t he Front-End Board Rack itself. The air is sucked in 
from the rear side of the system through the Filter Cover and the Filter. It passes the Fan Assembly 
directly into the upper part of the rear side of th e Front-End Board Rack and makes a cooling air current 
between the Boards before it blows out against the floor. See  Figure 5-99.
 
5-13-2 Location in the Unit
The Fan Assy is located between the Board Rack and the Filter, which can be seen on the rear side of 
the System.
Figure 5-99   Airflow through the System
FAN ASSY
AIR INLET THROUGH FILTER
AIRFLOW THROUGH BOARD 
RACK BEHIND SIDE COVER 
AIR OUTLET UNDER THE SYSTEM 
						

							
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Section 5-14
Software Overview
5-14-1 Introduction
The Vivid 7 has a huge amount of feat ures implemented in software. The intention with this section is 
to give you a brief overview of the software used on Vivid 7.
5-14-2 System Software
Special versions of the System Software CDs ha s been made for each Back-End Processor (BEP) 
model used in Vivid 7s.
Depending on Application Software version,  the System Software is based on either:
• Windows XP Embedded (for Application Software version v4.0 (and higher))
or
• Windows 2000 (for Application So ftware version v1.x, v2.x and v3.x)
5-14-3 Application Software
• Application software v4.0 (and higher) requires a Vivid 7 with RFI (FEP2).
• For Application software v3.x, special CDs have  been made for BEP2.2 (Vivid 7 with RFI and FEP2) 
and for BEP2/BEP1 (Vivid 7 with RFT and FEP1).
5-14-4 Software Patches
Sometimes, usually in-between ordinary software  releases, there may be issued “Software Patches”.
A Software Patch may be a new version of one or a  few files that fixes an issue that have been found 
after the last released software was released. Someti mes Software Patches are used to install new files 
like new software drivers for peripherals.
5-14-5 Service Platform
• Information about the Servic e Platform is included in Section 5-17 Service Platform on 
page 5-152 .
• How to use the Service Platform  is described in Chapter 7, see Section 7-7 Common Diagnostics 
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Section 5-15
Connectivity Theory
5-15-1 Introduction
This section describes communication and connecti on options between the Vivid 7 ultrasound scanner 
and other devices in the hospital information system. 
The following cases are covered:
• A stand-alone Vivid 7.
• A Vivid 7 and one or several EchoPAC PC work stations in a “Sneaker Net” environment. 
“Sneaker Net” means that you use an MO Disk  to move data because no network is available.
• A Vivid 7 and an EchoPAC PC workstations in a direct connect environment. 
• A Vivid 7 and a DICOM server in a network.
5-15-2 The Dataflow Concept
Communication between the Vivid 7 ultrasound unit  and other information providers on the network 
takes the form of dataflows. Each dataflow defines the tr ansfer of patient information from either an input 
source to the unit, or from the unit to an output source (see examples in  Figure 5-100 on page 5-150). 
Patient information can include demographic data and  images, as well as reports and Measurement and 
Analysis (M&A) data. 
A dataflow is a set of pr e-configured services. Selecting a dat aflow will automatically customize the 
ultrasound unit to work according to the  services associated with this dataflow. 
By utilizing dataflows, the user can configure the Vi vid 7 ultrasound unit to optimally meet the needs of 
the facility, while keeping the user  interface unchanged. Once the dataflow is  selected, the actual 
location of the database is entirely transparent. 
						

							
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5-15-3 New Dataflows
New dataflows can only be ad ded in allowed combinations. 
The matrix in the table below represents the allow ed combinations of inputs and outputs in a dataflow.
5-15-4 Dataflow Naming Convention
The predefined dataflows have descriptive names.
Example:  LocalArchive-MOD dataflow The name indicates that patient data is archived locally in the archive on the internal hard disk and 
images are stored to an MO disk.
A list of all the predefined dataflows is included in the Vivid 7 User’s Manual. Table 5-93    Allowed combinations of inputs and outputs in a dataflow
Output  Input  
No 
Output
Database
Remote
Database
DICOM
MOD5.25DICOM
MOD3.5
DICOM
StorageDICOM  Print
Database  +
DICOM MOD
5.25/3.5Database  +
DICOM
Storage
Remote 
Database  +
DICOM MOD
5.25/3.5Remote 
Database  +
DICOM
Storage
Database
XXX
Remote DatabaseX XX
DICOM WorklistX
DICOM CDX
DICOM MOD 5.25X
DICOM MOD 3.5X
Query/RetrieveX
EchoPAC MacX
Worklist/databaseXX
Worklist/rem databaseXX
No input deviceXX 
						

							
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5-15-5 Dataflow Examples
Figure 5-100   Examples of Dataflows
Vivid 7
Vivid 7
EchoPAC PC
LocalArchive-Int.HDdataflow:
The local database is used for patient archiving. 
Images are stored to internal harddrive. 
LocalArchive-MOD dataflow:
The local database is used for patient archiving. 
Images are stored to a MOD
RemoteArch-RemoteHD dataflow :
A remote database is used for patient archiving. 
Images are also stored to a remote archive. 
Worklist/Local Archive-DICOMServer/Int.HD 
dataflow :
Search in the DICOM Modality Worklist, the 
patient found is copied into local database. The 
patient information and the examination results 
are stored to the local database. Images are 
stored to a DICOM server and to an image net-
work volume on the local harddrive.
DICOM SERVER 
						

							
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5-15-6 Stand-alone Vivid 7
In this case, images will most likely be reviewed from  VCR tape. If digital images are stored, they should 
be saved directly on a MOD.
5-15-7 “Sneaker Net” Environment
In this case, the EchoPAC PC (one  or several) is used for review of studies acquired on one or more 
Vivid 7/Vivid 7 PRO without being connected in a  network. Images can be stored on the scanner’s 
internal hard drive (recommended) or on a dedicated MOD.
• Images Stored on Internal Hard drive
In this configuration images are first stored on  the scanner’s hard drive and then exported from the 
scanner’s hard drive to a sneaker MOD and finally imported from the sneaker MOD to the EchoPAC 
PC’s internal hard drive.
• Images Stored on Dedicated MO Disk In this configuration the images are stored di rectly on a dedicated MOD and imported to the 
EchoPAC PC’s internal hard drive.
5-15-8 Direct Connection from Vivid 7  to an EchoPAC PC Workstation
In this case, the data is transferred from the Vivid 7 to a dedicated EchoPAC PC Workstation over an 
Ethernet connection. 
The connection may be done in one of three ways:
• with a crossover cable as a Peer-to-Peer Network
• connection via a Local Area Network (LAN) - set up for this special use only
• connection via the hospital network (Local Ar ea Network - LAN or Wide Area Network - WAN)
The database from the EchoPAC PC is used as the  master and images are stored directly to the 
EchoPAC PC internal hard drive. 
In this configuration the scanner is just an intermedi ate acquisition unit which after completion of a study, 
will not contain any patient informa tion, measurements or images. The acquisition can be done online 
or offline.
5-15-9 Vivid 7 and a DICOM Server in a Network
In this case, the Vivid 7/Vivid 7 PRO is config ured to work with a DICOM server in a network 
environment. Usually, this will be the hospital networ k. Images are first saved on the local image buffer 
on the scanner. At the end of the examination th e images are sent to the DICOM server via a DICOM 
spooler. This scenario requires that the scanner is  configured to be connected to the DICOM server.
Section 5-16
Product Manuals
• The User Manuals/User Guides are available in  English and several other languages. Available 
manuals are listed in  Chapter 9. See: Section 9-32 Product Manuals on page 9-108 .
• The Service Manual (this manual) is Part Number FC091194.
• The Vivid 7 Peripherals Installation Manual is Pa rt Number FC294048. It describes how to install or 
replace internal (on-board) peripherals. 
						

							
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Section 5-17
Service Platform
5-17-1 Introduction
The Service Platform contains a set of software  modules that are common to all ultrasound and 
cardiology systems containing a  PC backend. This web-enabled technology provides linkage to e- 
Services, e-Commerce, and the iCenter, making GE’s scanners more  e-enabled than ever. The Service 
Platform will increase service productivity  and reduce training and service costs.
5-17-2iLinq Interactive Platform Features
Many of the services of th e Common Service Platform come from its integration with  iLinq. The following 
sections contain a brief introduction of  iLinq’s features. 
5-17-2-1 Web Server/Browser The Service platform and other Service software use the  iLinq web server and the Netscape® browser 
(earlier versions) or Internet Explorer® browser.
5-17-2-2 Connectivity NOTE: This feature that allow the cu stomer to contact the GE OnLine Center are available for Warranty 
and Contract customers only.
This feature provides basic connectivity betwe en the scanner and the OnLine Center (OLC).
5-17-2-3 Configuration This feature provides the interfaces to configure various  iLinq parameters.
5-17-2-4 Contact GE NOTE: This feature that allow the cu stomer to contact the GE OnLine Center are available for Warranty 
and Contract customers only.
Allows for an on-screen one-touch button used to contact the OnLine Center and describe problems 
with their scanner in an easy and convenient way.
5-17-2-5 Interact ive Application
The main application is displayed  in the form of HTML pages whenever the browser starts. This is the 
entry point for any user to start any  iLinq application. 
						

							
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5-17-3 Global Service User Interface (GSUI)
5-17-3-1 Internationalization The user interface provided by the  service platform is designed for GE personnel and as such is in 
English only. There is no multi-lingual c apability built into the Service Interface.
5-17-3-2 Service Login Select the wrench icon (  ) in the status bar at the bottom of the scan display screen.
This icon links the user or the Field Engineer (FE) to the service login screen.
Figure 5-101   Service Login Screen 
						

							
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5-17-3-3 Access / Security The service interface has different a ccess and security user levels. Each  user is only granted access to 
the tools that are authorized for their use.
Every access request, whethe r successful or not, will be logged into a service access log that is 
viewable to authorized users.
See  Chapter 7  for more info about InSite and the Global Service User Interface.
5-17-4 System Logs
5-17-4-1 “Locked” System Log
If the system appears to  be locked, please wait at least 60 seconds for the watchdog to trap the 
situation. This will, if the situatio n is trapped, bring up a dialog telling  that the system is not responding.
1.) Press  Restart to restart the application. This will sa ve a special debug log. When the system 
restarts it will show a dialog where it requests you to save the log. 
2.) Enter a descriptive text then press  Save. 
3.) To export the log, press  Alt+D. This will bring up the same dialog again. 
4.) Now select destination and choose  Export to write the log-files to CD or MO.
5-17-4-2 Other Logs Other available logs can be viewed  via the Common Service Interface, 
see  7-6-4 Error Logs on page 7-11 .
5-17-5 Restart Vivid 7 After Diagnostics
Always shutdown the system and reboot after a diagnostics session. Table 5-94    Access Authorization
USER LEVELACCESS AUTHORIZATIONPASSWORD
Operator
Authorized access to specifi ed diagnostics, error logs and  utilities. Same acquisition 
diagnostic tests as GE Service. uls
Administrator uls
External Service gogems