GE Healthcare Vivid S6 Signature Class Ultrasound from GE Healthcare - Manual (Page 3)

Conclusion
The Vivid S6 is a new system representing the Signature
Class Ultrasound where miniaturization meets console.
Its performance brings workflow and productivity to the
next level.
It was designed with ergonomics in mind!
You can see how a small lightweight design combined with
proper ergonomics makes the Vivid S6 easy to maneuver for
mobile studies.
Miniaturization is the future of ultrasound. At GE, we are
committed to reducing system size — and increasing
ergonomics — in our future products.
Mobility
The lightweight design of the system provides a small
footprint and simplicity.
It is a small ergonomic system with the comfort of a console!
• The “Flex Fit” allows for easy up and in, down and out
movement of the keyboard and monitor for flexibility
when standing or sitting while scanning.
• The 17" Flat Screen Monitor has wide angle visibility and
incorporates an Auto Sensor feature, which adjusts
appropriate brightness and contrast levels in any lighting
conditions, minimizing eyestrain. The system has the
ability to support a second display setting, optimized for
an external monitor.
• The swivel footrest is designed to encourage neutral position
of the ankle, as recommended by the industry standards.
• Cable management of the Vivid S6 is innovative – there are
4 cable hooks for easy access and there is less interference
in the foot area.
• The 4 Port Connectors result in ease of use, single-handed
use, and minimized strain on the worker.
• The system’s versatile casters are designed for mobility
on a variety of floor surfaces, such as tile and carpet.
The system can easily be pushed or pulled will little force,
even with one finger!
• The lightweight probes, such as the 3S, 4C, and 8L, offer
a more ergonomic balance to minimize torque on the
wrist and facilitate a more comfortable grip.
GE’s Vivid S6 Complete Ergonomic Solution.
Complete innovative design with an ergonomic solution in mind!
Most of the equipment control measures recommended
by the industry guidelines are addressed with the Vivid S6.
Performance
The high performance of a console with one touch
optimization features, such as Smart Depth, SmartStress,
ATO, and ASO, are now available in a miniaturized ergonomic
mobile system. The result is better image quality, quicker
exam times, and ultimately less strain on the sonographer.
The optimized control layout accommodates both right- and
left-handed users with its 3 easy-to-reach areas:
1) Scan Area — centrally located near the track ball resulting
in less reach.
2) Patient Area — located on the left of the system, with all
necessary patient information and archiving control.
3) Data Management Area — on the right of the system,
for storage of loops and still frame images.
The user interface is similar to other Vivid systems, thus
making the Vivid S6 easy to use. We have streamlined the
workflow so that the Vivid S6 is intuitive to new users after
scanning only a few patients. This is due to the optimized
layout of the control panel that can be easily adapted to
any user. Each user can easily migrate from another system
in no time.
The keys are illuminated and glow in the dark of the exam
room, thus allowing for clear identification of control
functions that can be activated during the exam. The keys
that are activated are illuminated in green.
SmartStress allows the user to save settings at each
stage and view of the stress echo examination, to lessen
optimization needs when time is of the essence.
The Auto Key functionality allows Tissue Optimization and
Spectrum Optimization with only one touch of the Auto Key
which results in less optimization time for the user.
Reach
The system offers several features that are within the user’s
reach and that require minimal keystrokes. The Vivid S6
provides a Flex Key that can be configured to perform any
function that the sonographer or physician would like to have
at a finger’s reach.
Smart Depth automatically optimizes acquisition parameters
according to the selected imaging depth in both 2D and
Color. This lessens keystrokes.
As a complete shared-service system, the S6 has several
ergonomic features to minimize keystrokes in vascular
applications such as:
Wide Aperture — System automatically changes to this
feature when below certain depths, for deeper penetration
and better lateral resolution.
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