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Transducers
X6-1 Description
Features of the X6-1 transducer include:
• Operating range: 1.5 to 6 MHz.
• Biopsy capable.
• Internal temperature monitoring.
• 2D xMATRIX phased array with more than 9,000 elements.
• 2D imaging provides a 100-degree field of view, while volumetric imaging is 90 x 90
degrees.
• 2D imaging modes with Tissue Harmonic Imaging, M-mode, PW, Color, and CPA.
• 3D and 4D imaging modes with xPlane, Elevation Compounding, single-sweep 3D grayscale,
Color, CPA, Directional CPA, live 4D grayscale imaging, 3D Panoramic, and iSTIC grayscale
and color with automated heart rate estimation.
Transducer Maintenance
Transducers require proper care, cleaning, and handling. Reasonable care includes inspection,
cleaning, and disinfection or sterilization, as necessary.
Inspect the transducer cable, case, and lens before each use. Check for cracks or other damage
that jeopardizes the integrity of the transducer. Report any damage to your Philips customer
service representative, and discontinue use of the transducer.
For all information on transducer cleaning and disinfection, see the
For all information about the use of acoustic coupling gels, see
on page
CAUTION
Some ultrasound coupling gels, as well as some solutions for precleaning, disinfecting, and
sterilizing can damage a transducer. Before using a gel or solution on a transducer, see
"Ultrasound Transmission Gels" on page 184
contact your local Philips representative. For contact information, see
page
22.
178
184.
"Transducer Care"
"Ultrasound Transmission Gels"
or the
"Transducer Care"
EPIQ 7 User Manual 4535 617 25341
xMatrix Array Transducers
section.
section. You can also
"Customer Service" on
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