VOLUSON S8
GE Voluson S8 Revisions: BT11 to Present
GE first launched the Voluson S8 in 2011 and designated it as the BT11. The “BT” abbreviation for ultrasounds stands for “Break Through,” and the number (such as 11) designates the year in which the version was launched. The follow-up version, the Voluson S8 BT12, was launched in 2012. The Voluson S8 BT12 improved the image quality but kept the same feature set. Two years later, the GE Voluson S8 BT14 added HDLive as a hardware upgrade option, which improved 3D/4D image quality. This option requires different hardware than the non-HDLive versions of the Voluson S8. Current Voluson S8 versions have such features as a cellular modem kit and MMS/email connectivity. Ultrasound Supply recommends buying a Voluson S8 version of BT14 or higher, preferably with HDLive, because this new technology has become the industry standard.
GE VOLUSON S8 ULTRASOUND MACHINE employs on-staff sonographers who can provide you with onsite applications training for the Voluson S8 at a set training price plus travel costs.
Service Options for GE VOLUSON S8 ULTRASOUND MACHINE
Free technical support is available during the installation phase and over the course of your system’s standard limited warranty. Technical support is also available after the warranty period at an hourly cost per issue.
GE Voluson S8 Maintenance Recommendations
Ultrasound Supply recommends using a surge protector and a dedicated power outlet when using the Voluson S8. Probes should be properly disinfected after every use with a disinfectant wipe that won’t damage the lens; for tips, review this probe disinfecting article from our parent company, Probo Medical.
Specifications
Digital Beamformer
• 335,127 system processing channel technology
• Minimum Depth of Field: 0-1 cm (Zoom, probe dependent)
• Maximum Depth of Field: 0-36 cm (probe dependent)
• Up to 261 dB Dynamic Range adjustable by selecting 12 Dynamic Contrast Curves
Electrical Output of the Voluson S8
• Voltage: 100-120VAC, 220-240VAC
• Frequency: 50/60 Hz (+/-2%)
• Power consumption: Nominal 900VA including all options. Typical power consumption with 500VA load approx. 1.75A at • 230V/50Hz without peripherals.
• Thermal Output: 1200 BTU/h
Dimensions & Weight of the Voluson S8
• Height: (adjustable, maximum) 1725 mm (67.9 in), (minimum) 975 mm (38.4 in)
• Width: 620 mm (24.4 in)
• Depth: 850 mm (33.4 in)
• Weight: (no Peripherals) 90 kg (198 lbs.), approx. 325 lbs. with packaging
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