MODULE 4

FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS (FRUS)

Overview 4-3
Objectives 4-3
Purpose 4-3
Instructions 4-3
Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) 4-4
Identifying Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) 4-6
Scan Converter/DIMAQ Workstations 4-8
Side Cosmetic Panels 4-8
Scan Converter Cover 4-9
PCBs 4-10
Scanner 4-14
Scanner Cover 4-14
Scanner PCBs 4-16
Removing Scanner PCBs 4-16
Power Subsystem 4-20
Programmable Power Supply 4-20
Main Power Supply 4-22
Monitor Assembly 4-24
User Interface 4-26
Removing UI 4-26
Installing User Interface 4-27
System Acronym List 4-28
Questions 4-30
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REVISION HISTORY

QRC P/N-REVISION INITIATOR APPROVAL DATE CHANGE

59187 Rev. X3 J. Koeper S. Williams 7/16/99 Incorporate reviewer comments

Beta

A3174 59187 Rev. 1 J. Madarasz S. Williams Dec. 2000 Initial Release

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OVERVIEW
OBJECTIVES Given a list of assemblies, be able to identify and remove specific
assemblies. Replace the assemblies and ensure the system is
functional.

PURPOSE Taking the Aspen system apart and putting it back together is the
first step in learning how to service it. This module addresses basic
system architecture, printed circuit boards (PCBs), and FRU access
and removal.

CAUTION! Always use proper ESD protocols when working on any Aspen system
circuit boards or damage may occur.

INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the detailed instructions in this module as necessary.

1 Remove the side panel and sheet metal cover on the DIMAQ
workstation side of the system.
2 Remove the IOB and SVC boards.
3 Remove the side panel and sheet metal cover on the Scanner side of
the system.
4 Remove the ZDT and ZDL boards.

NOTE: If the system has a ZIP board, remove the ZIP instead of the ZDL.

5 Remove the PPS to allow access to remove the main power supply
(MDI).
6 Remove the system monitor.
7 Remove the user interface (UI) assembly.
8 Replace the assemblies and verify system operation.
9 Put the sheet metal covers on, but do not tighten the screws.
10 Leave the doors off.

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FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS (FRUS)

The design of the Aspen system is based on the use of modular,
functionally-isolated printed circuit boards (PCBs) and
subassemblies known as field replaceable units (FRUs). This
modularization greatly simplifies on-site service and repair. In most
cases, on-site maintenance is accomplished by removing and
replacing the PCBs or subassemblies.

NOTE: The PCBs used in the Aspen system are highly susceptible to ESD
damage. Always use proper ESD precautions when handling the PCBs
and always store them in an ESD-shielded container.

Figure 4-1 identifies parts of the Aspen system that are referred to
throughout this module. For additional information, ask the
Acuson instructor.

ON/OFF SWITCH MO DISK SLOT

USER
INTERFACE

PERIPHERAL BAY

ECG/ HPR MODULES TRANSDUCER

HOLDER

TRANSDUCER
CONNECTORS

RIGHT
SIDE PANEL

FRONT PANEL

AC INPUT/OUTPUT
AC INPUT/OUTPUT
FOOT SWITCH BOX
BOX
CONNECTOR

Figure 4-1 Aspen System - Front View

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Figure 4-2 Aspen System - Rear View

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IDENTIFYING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS (PCBS)

Printed circuit boards are identified by board type, version, and
revision level. The board type indicates the board’s major function.
The type is abbreviated into a two- or three-letter acronym, such as
VPB for the Video Processor Board.
Version numbers are used to distinguish significant design changes
of a board type. The new version is distinguished from the old by a
number appended to the three-letter type identifier. In the case of
VPB boards, the earlier boards were called VPB. Later changes
produced VPB2. All these versions are referred to generally as VPB
boards. Except when indicated, newer version boards may always
be used in place of older versions.
The type and version identifiers are etched in the board's copper
foil.
All changes that occur to a board or FRU are tracked and
documented by changes to the revision of the PCB Assembly. The
revision of a board is marked in indelible ink on the ejector tab of
each PCB assembly. Do not confuse the assembly revision with the
fab (bare board) revision marked in the copper etch of the board.
For non-PCB assemblies, the revision is stamped or labeled in a
visible location.
Aspen system production PCBs are marked as follows:
• XA, XB, XC: X-Alphabetic indicates an initial production
release.
• A, B, C: Alphabetic-only indicates a full production release.
An example of production revision numbering is shown below:

Earliest Revision Latest Revision

Rev XA Rev A Rev D Rev D1 Rev E

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Part Number - Serial Number Board Type - Version - Revision

(e.g. 41672002770) (e.g. DCI2 Rev. A)

Figure 4-3 Aspen System PCB

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SCAN CONVERTER/DIMAQ WORKSTATIONS

Rotate side
panel outward
Screw

Figure 4-4 Rear Air Filter (left) -- Right Cosmetic Side Panel and
Screw Location (right)
SIDE COSMETIC
PANELS
◆ To remove side cosmetic panels
1 Remove the left/right air filter (Figure 4-4).
2 Loosen the screw holding the side panel.
3 Grasp the rear of the side panel where the filter was installed, and
rotate (pull) outward (Figure 4-4).

◆ To install side cosmetic panels

1 Holding the side panel at a 20-30 degree angle from the side plane
of the system, put the front in first, then rotate the back into
position.
2 Tighten the screw holding the side panel.
3 Install the left/right air filter.

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SCAN CONVERTER
COVER
◆ To remove Scan Converter cover
1 Grasp the Scan Converter cover by handles.
2 Slide the Scan Converter cover to the left.
3 Lift up to compress the gasket at top of cover, then pull bottom of
cover toward you.

Figure 4-5 Scan Converter with Cover (left) and without Cover (right)
◆ To install Scan Converter cover
1 Grasp the Scan Converter cover by its handles.
2 Push the top of the cover in (away from you) and up.
3 Slide the bottom in while maintaining upward pressure.
4 Verify the following:
• all screw heads clear the keyhole slots
• the EMI shielding gaskets on the fan plate are properly
positioned (not rolled to the top of the fan plate)
• the EMI gaskets on the IOB plate are installed
• the EMI bracket installed
• the cover slid to the right to fully engage the keyholes
• all screws are fully tightened

NOTE: Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions. The PCBs used in

the Aspen system are highly susceptible to static damage. Always use
ESD precautions when handling the PCBs and always store them in a
ESD shielded container.

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PCBS
Removing PCBs
◆ To remove PCBs (except IOB)
1 Unplug the system from the wall.
2 Remove right air filter.
3 Remove the right side panel.
4 Remove Scan Converter cover.
5 Remove the ribbon cables (as necessary).

NOTE: Exercise extreme caution when removing or installing high-density

ribbon cable connectors. Pins are very fragile and bend quite easily.

6 Remove the desired PCB(s).

NOTE: Removal of the RP board requires removal of the EMI bracket mounted
to the top left side-wall of the Scan Converter bay (2 screws).

7 Place PCB(s) in appropriate static ESD shielded container for

storage/shipping.
Installing PCBs
◆ To install PCBs (except IOB)
1 Slide PCB into appropriate slot (see Figure 4-6).

NOTE: Ensure that EMI bracket mounted to top left side-wall of Scan Con-
verter bay (2 screws) is installed.

2 Install ribbon cables where necessary.

3 Verify all PCBs are fully seated and all ribbon cables are correctly
routed and fully seated within their connectors.
4 Install Scan Converter cover.
5 Install right cosmetic panel.
6 Plug system into wall and verify proper operation.

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 TO/FROM
AQP -RP
HD & MO
DIGITIZED 2D DISKS
34793
J1
RP
J2
PHYSIO INTERFACE
34782

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REMOTE BUS
34790 J3
SPARE
J4 A-D BUS
AQP 33496

J5
WFP
J6
DSP
NOT CONNECTED J7
DAQ

SPARE DOPPLER DIGITAL

J8
14535
J9
FEC
NOT CONNECTED J10
FEB
J11

J12
CRP

J13

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SVC AEGIS
VIDEO BUS
34788
VIDEO BUS J14
DCI 42135
SPARE J15 Audio
SCSI BUS
ETHERNET
Ethernet
51047
BUS
AUI
J16
VPB 34781
FAN

J17
IOB

Figure 4-6 Scan Converter DIMAQ Workstation Board Layout

UP

REAR
Scan Converter/DIMAQ Workstations

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Removing IOB
◆ To remove IOB
1 Remove right air filter.
2 Remove cosmetic side panel.
3 Remove Scan Converter cover.
4 Remove peripheral cables from rear panel.
5 Remove power cord bracket (2 screws).
6 Remove power cord from AC box.
7 Remove cosmetic rear panel (4 screws).
8 Remove system cables from IOB back panel (Figure 4-7).
9 Remove screws securing IOB sheet metal cover (14 screws).
10 Remove necessary ribbon cables.
11 Remove IOB with its sheet metal plate attached.
12 Place IOB in appropriate static ESD shielded container for storage
or shipping.

Figure 4-7 View of IOB from the Rear of Aspen System

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Installing IOB
◆ To install IOB
1 Install IOB, with its sheet metal plate attached, in rear slot.
2 Install sheet metal mounting screws (14 screws).
3 Install system cables.
4 Install rear cosmetic panel (4 screws).
5 Install peripheral cables.
6 Connect power cord to AC box (make sure it is fully seated).
7 Install power cord bracket (2 screws).
8 Connect ribbon cables to IOB.
9 Install Scan Converter cover.
10 Install side cosmetic panel.
11 Plug system into wall and verify operation.

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SCANNER
SCANNER COVER
◆ To remove Scanner cover
1 Unplug system.
2 Remove left air filter and left cosmetic panel.
3 Remove Scanner analog cable (J9, Figure 4-8).
4 Loosen Scanner cover mounting screws (18 screws).
5 Grasp Scanner cover handles.
6 Slide Scanner cover up and pull away from the system.

Scanner Analog Cable

Figure 4-8 View of Scanner with Cover

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◆ To install Scanner cover

1 Grasping by handles, place cover onto mounting screws.
2 Slide cover down. Verify the following:
• All screw heads clear keyhole slots
• Cover slides to bottom to fully engage keyholes
• All screws are fully tightened
3 Reconnect Scanner analog cable (J9) to the DBL and tighten screws.

Figure 4-9 View of Scanner without Cover

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SCANNER PCBS

CAUTION! Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions. The PCBs used in

the Aspen system are highly susceptible to static damage.

REMOVING SCANNER
PCBS
◆ To remove Scanner PCBs (except ZDL and ZIP)
1 Unplug system from wall.
2 Remove left cosmetic panel.
3 Remove Scanner cover.
4 Remove Scanner board support brackets by pressing down on
metal next to top of bracket and then pulling top of bracket out
toward you.
5 Remove desired PCB(s).
6 For the ZDT, remove 7 cables from above (J4, J5, J6, J9, J10, J11, J12),
and undo thumb screws (4). Peripheral bay may be removed to
access these connectors.
7 Place PCB(s) in appropriate static shielded container for storage or
shipping.
◆ To remove ZDL and ZIP
1 Unplug system from wall.
2 Remove right and left cosmetic panels.
3 Remove storage compartment on radiology systems or small
cosmetic panel on Cardiology systems (2 screws) just below
keyboard and ECG panel.
4 Remove front cosmetic panel (4 screws).

NOTE: If MP connector Transducer capability is not available on the system,

then skip steps 5 and 7.

5 Remove shutter door cosmetic bezel if system has ZIP board.

• Squeeze and pull off secondary barrier bezel cap
• Remove Shutter door bezel (2 screws)
6 Remove DL/MP cosmetic panel (4 screws).
7 Remove Shutter door assembly by removing the 4 captive screws at
top and bottom of shutter door assembly.
8 Be careful not to bend Hot make switch lever connected to lower
door lock.
9 Remove screws from DL/MP sheet metal cover (4 screws on ZDL; 4
flathead screws on ZIP).
10 Remove sheet metal enclosure (17 screws and 5 kepnuts).
11 Remove ZDL and/or ZIP.
12 Place in appropriate static-shielded container for storage or
shipping.

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Installing Scanner
PCBs
◆ To install PCBs (except ZDL and ZIP)
1 Slide PCBs into appropriate slots (refer to Figure 4-10).
2 Install cables (J4, J5, J6, J9, J10, J11, J12 on ZDT, and VDT to IFD).
3 Verify all cables are fully seated.
4 Verify all PCBs are fully seated and all cables are correctly routed
and fully seated within their connectors.
5 Install Scanner board support brackets
6 place bottom in slit above DBL
7 press top of bracket toward slit below ZDT
8 Run your hand along bracket from bottom to top to align PCBs into
bracket.
9 Install Scanner cover.
10 Connect Scanner Analog cable (J9) to DBL (small standard
screwdriver.
11 Plug system into wall and verify proper operation.

CAUTION! Observe ESD precautions.

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ZDT

SDL 0-15
ZSCP
MEX(1) RCV 0-7
DCC0XMT 0-15 ZIP
MEX(2)RCV 8-15
SDL 16-31
DCC1
RCV 16-23
MEX(3)
STGXMT 16-31
RCV 24-31
XDY 0-15 SDL 32-47
MXK 0-31 RCV 32-39
XDY 16-31 XMT 32-47
APD 0-31 RCV 40-47
XDY 32-47 SDL 48-63
MXK 32-63 RCV 48-55
XDY 48-63 XMT 48-63
APD 32-63 RCV 56-63
XDY 64-79 SDL 64-79
MXK 64-95 RCV 64-71
XDY 80-95 XMT 64-79
APD 64-95 RCV 72-79
XDY 96-111 SDL 80-95
MXK 95-127 RCV 80-87
XDY 112-127 XMT 80-95
APD 96-127 RCV 88-95
TRM SDL 96-111
IGD RCV 86-103
XMT 96-111
AUX CW RCV 104-111
BBQ SDL 112-127
IFD RCV 112-119
XMT 112-127 ZDL
VDT RCV 119-127

DBL

Figure 4-10 Scanner Board Locations

◆ To install ZDL and ZIP

1 Install ZDL and/or ZIP.
2 Ensure that the 2 alignment pins on left top and right bottom of MP
Connector spacer (on ZIP) align with holes in DL/MP sheet metal
cover.
• If this is not aligned properly, it may be difficult to install MP
transducers and they may not function properly.
3 Install DL/MP sheet metal cover (17 screws and 5 kepnuts).

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4 Install mounting screws (4 screws on ZDL; 4 flathead screws on

ZIP).
5 Install shutter door assembly (4 captive screws, standard
screwdriver).
6 Install DL cosmetic panel (4 screws).
7 Install shutter door cosmetic bezel (2 screws).
8 Install front cosmetic panel (4 screws).
9 Install storage compartment or small cosmetic panel.
10 Plug system into wall and verify proper operation.

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POWER SUBSYSTEM

WARNING! If this procedure is done within 2 minutes of unplugging the system,

there is a possibility of a residual charge on the high voltage bus. Do not
touch contacts on back of PPS.

PROGRAMMABLE
POWER SUPPLY
◆ To remove programmable power supply
1 Unplug system from wall.
2 Wait two minutes for power supplies to discharge.
3 Remove right cosmetic panel.
4 Disconnect J19 and J20 from Main Power supply.
5 Remove PPS cable bracket (2 screws).
6 Disconnect J3 fan harness, and OVP Box J1 connector (Figure 4-11).
7 Remove PPS.
8 To remove OVP Box from PPS, remove mounting screw, slide
sideways.

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Figure 4-11 View and Location of Programmable Power Supply

◆ To install PPS
1 Install OVP Box onto PPS.
2 Set PPS on mounting bracket.
3 Connect J3 fan harness, and OVP Box J1.
4 Install PPS cable bracket (2 screws).
5 Connect J19 and J20 to Main Power supply.
6 Install right cosmetic side panel. Plug system into wall and verify
proper operation.

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MAIN POWER
SUPPLY
◆ To remove main power supply
1 Remove Programmable Power Supply.
2 Remove PPS mounting bracket (3 screws).
3 Remove lower Power Supply mounting screws (2 screws).
4 Disconnect J6, J7A and J7B from front of power supply (facing) and
J8, J13, J14, J15, +5 SC and SC RTN from top of power supply
(Figure 4-12).
5 Remove upper power supply mounting screws (2 screws).
6 Rotate power supply counter-clockwise (away from bulkhead/
backwall) and disconnect J17 and J18 from front of power supply.
7 Remove power supply.

Figure 4-12 View of Main Power Supply

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◆ To install the main power supply

1 Place Power Supply in bay, rotated slightly away from backwall.
2 Connect J17 and J18.
3 Install upper and lower Power Supply mounting screws (4 screws).
4 Connect J8, J13, J14, J15, +5 SC and SC RTN to top of Power Supply
and J6, J7A and J7B to front (facing).
5 Install PPS mounting bracket (3 screws).
6 Install Programmable Power Supply.

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MONITOR ASSEMBLY

Figure 4-13 Monitor Assembly Screw and Connector Locations

WARNING! The monitor weighs over forty pounds. Get assistance if necessary.

◆ To remove the monitor

1 Unplug system from wall.
2 Remove monitor rear cover (2 screws, short phillips screwdriver,
Figure 4-13).
3 Unplug monitor AC power P1 connector.
4 Disconnect 3 cables: J2 monitor softkeys, monitor video and
monitor speakers (all require small standard screwdriver - 2 screws
each).
5 Set tilt/swivel such that base of monitor is horizontal. Pull locking
lever outward to lock monitor in place.
6 Remove grounding strap.
7 Remove monitor mounting screws (2 screws, Figure 4-13).
8 Stand at front of system.
• Wrap your arms around monitor.
• Grasp lower back of monitor firmly.
• Pull forward to lift it off system.

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◆ To install the monitor

1 Verify that all cables are sitting flat before installing monitor (Figure
4-14).
2 Align bottom of monitor with tilt/swivel mechanism. (See the four
alignment points, Figure 4-14).
3 Push straight back until the monitor seats on tilt/swivel.
4 Install mounting screws (2 screws).
5 Install 2 ground cables (1 screw).
6 Connect 3 cables: J2 monitor softkeys, monitor video and monitor
speakers. (All require small standard screwdriver - 2 screws each).
7 Plug in monitor AC power P1 connector.
8 Install rear cover (2 screws).
9 Plug system into wall and verify proper operation.

Figure 4-14 Monitor Tilt/Swivel Assembly with Monitor Removed

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USER INTERFACE
REMOVING UI
◆ To remove the user interface (UI) assembly
1 Unplug system from wall.
2 Remove left and right air filters and side cosmetic panels.
3 Remove screw under Aspen system nameplate, and disk bay bezel.
4 Remove lower handle cap (5 screws).
5 Remove lower UI mounting screws (4, 9/64” hex screws, 2 per
side).

Disk bay bezel

Name plate

Figure 4-15 User Interface and Mounting Screw Locations

NOTE: These can be hard to find. Be sure to use a 9/64-inch hex ball driver.

6 Remove the FREEZE/RUN wheel and small screw underneath.

7 Slowly lift off front of the UI bezel and disconnect the selector
switch ribbon cable. The bezel can now be completely removed.
8 Lift trackball and remove trackball/UI cable.
9 Remove UI mounting screws (6 screws).
10 Set UI assembly on end resting on J1, with PCB assemblies facing
you.
11 Disconnect RTB/UI cable from J21 on UI Panel.
12 Disconnect UIC power harness (J6).
13 Disconnect UIC soft key cable (J8).
14 Disconnect UIC/IOB cable (J5).
15 Pull assembly forward. Disconnect harness J7 cable (UIC/AP/
QWL/PSW harness; use small screwdriver to remove jack screws).

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INSTALLING USER
INTERFACE
◆ To install the user interface assembly
1 Rest UI assembly on handle casting.
2 Connect J7 cable.
3 Set UI assembly on end, resting on J1 with PCBs assemblies facing
you.
4 Connect UIC/IOB cable (J5).
5 Connect UIC soft key cable (J8).
6 Connect UIC power harness (J6).
7 Connect RTB/UIC cable to J21 on UI panel.
8 Connect trackball/UIC cable to trackball.
9 Mount UI assembly to base (6 screws).

Figure 4-16 User Interface Assembly without UI Bezel

10 Lay UI bezel over UI assembly.
11 Connect select switch cable while holding front of UI bezel.
12 Install lower UI assembly mounting screws (4 hex screws).
13 Install small screw and CINE/Freeze knob.
14 Install lower handle cap (5 screws).
15 Install disk bay bezel.
16 Install screw and Aspen system nameplate.
17 Install right and left side panels.
18 Plug system into wall and verify proper operation.

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SYSTEM ACRONYM LIST

The following table defines acronyms used in this Manual.

AC Box AC Input/Output Box

APD Apodizer
AQP Acquisition Processor Board
AUX CW Auxiliary Continuous Wave Doppler Board
BBQ Baseband Quadrature Board
CDM Cine Data Memory Board
CRP Color Reconstruction Processor
DAQ Doppler Acquisition Processor Board
DBL Distribution Board Lower
DCC Dual Channel Controller Board
DCI Digital Compression Interface
DFB Disk Filter Board
DICOM Digital Imaging and Communication in Medicine
DIMAQ Digital Image Management and Acquisition
DNLT Downlight Board (see QWL and FPL)
DSP Doppler Spectral Processor Board
ECG Electrocardiograph Module
EXP Expose Control
FEC Flow Estimator Calculator Board
FPL Front Panel Light Board
FRU Field Replaceable Unit
HD Hard Drive
HPR Heart Pulse Respirator Assembly
IFD Intermediate Frequency Detector Board
IGD Interpolating Gain Driver Board
IOB Input/Output Board
Iso Xfmr Isolation Transformer
JPEG JPEG Compression Board
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
MEX (Memex) Memory Expansion Board
MXK Mixer Clock Board
MO Magneto Optical
MP Micropinless
MSE Monitor Speaker Equalizer
NTHI Native™ Tissue Harmonic Imaging
OVP Overvoltage Protect Board (Box)
PB Push-button
PCA Printed Circuit Assembly

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PCB Printed Circuit Board

PPR Pulses Per Revolution
PPS Programmable Power Supply
PSW Power Switch Board
QD Quick Disconnect (in reference to Auxiliary Cart)
QWL QWERTY Light Board
RCV Receiver Board
RP Reconstruction Processor Board
RTB Reset Test Board
SDL Summing Delay Line Board
SC Scan Converter
SCMB Scan Converter/DIMAQ motherboard
SMB Scanner motherboard
Scnr Scanner
Scr Screw
SCSI Small Computer System Interface
SSW Selector Switch Board
STG Scanner Timing Generator Board
SVC SYSCON Video Controller Board
Temp PRB Temperature Probe Board
TRM Terminator Board
UDC User Depth Control Assembly
UI User Interface
UIC User Interface Controller Board
UIP User Interface Panel
UIQ User Interface QWERTY Keyboard
VDT Video Detector Board
VPB Video Processor Board
WFP Waveform Processor Board
Wshr Washer
Xdcr Transducer
XDY Transmit Delay Board
XMT Transmit Board
ZAP Audio Processor Board
ZDL DL Transducer Interconnect Board
ZDT Distribution Board Top
ZFEB Flow Estimator Buffer Board
ZIP MP Transducer Interconnect Board
ZSCMB Scan Converter Motherboard
ZSCP Scanner Control Processor Board
ZSMB Scanner Motherboard

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QUESTIONS
1 What step(s) must be taken before working on power supplies?

2 Will a Rev. XD board work as a replacement for a Rev. XB board?

3 How many MEX boards are in an Aspen 4.0 system?

4 What special tool is used to access the user interface?

5 If the system has no video after a board in the Scanner has been
replaced, what is the most likely cause of the problem?

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