GE
D
IRECTION
FQ091019, R
EVISION
2
V
IVID Q
N S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 2 - Site Preparations
2-3
2-2-5
Electrical Requirements
NOTE:
GE requires a dedicated mains power line and Ground for the proper operation of its Ultrasound
equipment. This dedicated power line shall originate at the last distribution panel before the
system.
Sites with a mains power system with defined Neutral and Live:
The dedicated line shall consist of one phase, a neutral (not shared with any other circuit), and a full
size Ground wire from the distribution panel to the Ultrasound outlet.
Sites with a mains power system without a defined Neutral:
The dedicated line shall consist of one phase (two lines), not shared with any other circuit, and a full
size Ground wire from the distribution panel to the Ultrasound outlet.
NOTE:
Please note that image artifacts can occur, if at any time within the facility, the Ground from the
main facility's incoming power source to the Ultrasound unit is only a conduit.
2-2-5-1
Vivid q N Power Requirements
Electrical specifications for the Vivid q N system are as follows:
2-2-5-2
Inrush Current
Inrush current is not a factor for consideration, due to the inrush current limiting properties of the power
supplies.
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Site Power Outlets
A dedicated AC power outlet must be within reach of the unit without requiring the use of extension
cords. Other outlets adequate for the external peripherals, medical and test equipment required to
support this unit must also be present and located within 1 m (3.2 ft) of the unit. Electrical installation
must meet all current local, state, and national electrical codes.
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Mains Power Plug
The Vivid q N portable ultrasound scanner are supplied with a mains power plug, as standard. In the
event that the unit arrives without a power plug, or with the wrong plug, contact your GE dealer. When
necessary, the installation engineer will supply the appropriate power plug to meet the applicable local
regulations.
Table 2-3
Electrical Requirements
Adaptor
Input
Voltage
Output
Voltage
Tolerances
Op. Current
Frequency
AC DC converter
100V AC to
240V AC
20V
±10%
0.5 to 1A
50-60 Hz
Table 2-4
Inrush Current
Voltage
Inrush Current
Console Only
Console with all Peripherals
100 V
4.5 A
9 A
240 V
2.3 A
4.5 A
