GE
DRAFT
V
OLUSON
™ P8 / V
OLUSON
™ P6
DIRECTION 5723243, R
EVISION
6
DRAFT (M
AY
23, 2018)
B
ASIC
S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 5 - Components and Functions (Theory)
5-39
Section 5-10
Peripherals
5-10-1
Printers
5-10-1-1
Black & White Digital Printer
The B&W Digital Printer receives image data via the USB port. The print command is controlled by the
keys
P1
,
P2
, or
P3
on the Voluson™ P8 / Voluson™ P6 control panel (depending on system
configuration).
5-10-1-2
Color Digital Printer
The Color Digital Printer receives image data via the USB port. The print command is controlled by the
keys
P1
,
P2
, or
P3
on the Voluson™ P8 / Voluson™ P6 control panel (depending on system
configuration).
5-10-1-3
Color Deskjet Printer
Normally, a Color Deskjet Printer is used to print out reports and exams, but in some cases also
ultrasound images. It is controlled via Bluetooth Adapter.
5-10-2
DVD+R/RW Drive (Writer)
The DVD+R/RW Drive (Writer) is used to backup images and reports. In addition, it is used as the main
source of software upgrades and other service utility operations. The DVD+R/RW drive can read/write
CDs and DVDs. And also it is one of unit of DVR Recorder when DVR option is installed.
5-10-3
ECG Module
The ECG Module is used for acquiring an ECG-signal to be displayed with the ultrasound image. This
optional peripheral serves for gaining an ECG-signal to mark the systolic and end diastolic moments in
M-Mode and Doppler evaluations. The ECG Module must not be used for ECG-diagnostics. It is not
intended for use as a cardiac monitor and must not be used for an intra-operative application on the
heart.
5-10-4
Wireless Network Adapter
The Voluson™ P8 / Voluson™ P6 supports a Wireless Network USB Adapter based on industry
standards to provide easy-to-use and compatible high-speed wireless connectivity. For details
regarding type and installation, refer to
Section 3-5-5 "Connecting the Wireless Network Adapter" on
.
The Wireless Network USB Adapter provides a mobile network connection to the local area network.
5-10-5
DPS2 Battery Assy
The DPS2 Battery Assy is possible power supply without AC-power using battery pack. The battery
pack includes a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery and a battery management module.