SonoSite Edge

SonoHD2™ Second Generation Imaging Technology

Adaptive image clarity provides a new series of image enhancement algorithms that reduce speckle noise and image artifacts to give the EDGE ultrasound tool a new standard in point-of-care visualization image quality.

SonoADAPT™ Tissue Optimization

Eliminates complicated manipulation of multiple controls.

SonoMB® Multi-beam Imaging

Increasing resolution of small structures and enhancing border delineation.

Advanced Needle Visualization

Aids needle visualization while maintaining striking image quality of the target and surrounding anatomy.

ColorHD™ Technology

Increases color performance, sensitivity and frame rates for more diagnostic information.

System Specifications

• Weight: 8.5 lbs (3.85 kg) (with battery)
• Dimensions: 12.9" L x 12.4" W x 2.5" H (32.7 cm L x 31.5 cm W x 6.4 cm H)
• Display: 12.1"/30.7 cm diagonal LCD (NTSC or PAL)
• Architecture: All-digital broadband multi-frequency imagining
• Dynamic range: Up to 165 dB
• Gray scale: 256 shades
• HIPAA compliance: Comprehensive tool set

Imaging Modes and Processing

• Broadband, multi-frequency imaging
  • 2D/Tissue Harmonic Imaging/M-Mode
  • Velocity Color Doppler
  • Color Power Doppler
  • PW, PW Tissue Doppler, and CW
  • Doppler angle, correct after freeze
• Image processing
  • SonoADAPT™ Tissue Optimization
  • SonoHD™ Imaging
  • Advanced Needle Visualization
  • Dual Imaging, Duples Imaging, 2x pan/zoom capability, Dynamic range and gain
  • Duplex Imagine
  • HD™ Technology

Transducers

• Broadband and multifrequency
  • Linear Array, Curved Array, Phased Array, Multiplane TEE (US only), and Micro-Convex
• Single frequency
  • Cardiac Static Pencil

User Interface and Remappable Controls

• Softkeys to drive advanced features
• Programmable A and B keys: each can be assigned by the user for increased ease of use
• Sililcone splash resistant sealed QWERTY keyboard
• Track pad with select key for easy operation and navigation
• Doppler controls: angle, steer, scale, baseline, gain and volume
• Image acquisition keys: review, report, Clip Store, save
• Dedicated AutoGain and exam keys to allow quick activation
• Color controls: size/position, angle, scale, baseline and invert

Application-Specific Calculations

• OB/Gyn/Fertility: Diameter/ellipse measurements, volume, ten follicle measurements, estimated fetal weight, established due date, gestational age, last menstrual period, growth charts, user-defined tables, multiple user-selectable authors, ratios, amniotic fluid index, patient report, humerus and tibia measurement and charts
• Vascular: Diameter/ellipse/trace measurements, volume, volume flow, percent diameter and area reduction, Lt/Rt CCA, ICA, ECA, ICA/CCA ratio, time average mean (TAM), peak trace, ICA/CCA ratio, angle correction, patient report
• CIMT (Carotid Intima Media Thickness): Embedded SonoCalc® IMT software (optional) – automatic edge detection with mean and maximum thickness reporting
• Cardiac: Automated Cardiac Output package and patient report including: ventricular, aortic and atrial measurements; ejection fraction, volume measurements, Simpson's rule, continuity equation, pressure half-time and cardiac output; PA AT, TV E, A, PHT, TVI, MV time, Pulm Veins
• Transcranial Doppler (TCD): Complete TCD package including Time Average Peak (TAP)

Onboard Image and Clip Storage/Review

• 8 GB internal Flash memory storage capability
  • Potential to store 30,000 images or 960 2-second clips
• Clip Store capability (maximum single clip length: 60 seconds)
• Clip Store capability via either number of heart cycles (using the ECG) or time base Maximum storage in ECG beats mode is 10 heart cycles Maximum storage in time base mode is 60 seconds
• Cine review up to 255 frame-by-frame images

Measurement Tools, Pictograms, and Annotations

• 2D: Distance calipers, ellipses and manual trace
• Doppler: Velocity measurements, pressure half time, auto and manual trace
• M-Mode: Distance and time measurements, heart rate calculation
• User-selectable text and pictograms
• User-defined, application-specific annotations
• Biopsy guidelines

External Data Management and Wireless

• SonoSite® Workflow Solutions (SWS™): Streamlines exam management for billing, credentialing, archive & EMR Integration
• PC/Mac export configuration
• Export BMP, JPEG or DICOM images to a USB device
• Storage capacity alert if internal storage memory is less than 10%

Connectivity

• S-video (in/out) to VCR for record and playback
• DVI output
• Composite video output (NTSC/PAL) to VCR or video printer
• Audio output
• Integrated speakers
• Ethernet or wireless image/data transfer
• USB ports (2)
• RS-232 transfer
• DICOM® Image Management: Store, Print, Storage Commit, Modality Worklist, MPPS

Power Supply

• System operates via battery or AC power
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• AC: universal power adapter, 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz input, 15 VDC output

Edge Stand and Peripherals

• Transducer and gel holders
• Optional Triple Transducer Connect (TTC) to quickly activate transducers electronically
• Optional foot switch
• Optional peripherals:
  • Printers: Medical-grade black and white or color
  • External data input devices: Bar code reader
  • ECG module: 3-lead ECG – works with standard
  • ECG leads and electrodes
  • External analog ECG input also available