Patent CNB - Ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus - Google PatentsCN BGrantCN Oct 16, 2013May 12, 2010May 12, 2009, , .X, CN
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(4) , Ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus
B 本发明提供一种超声波图像诊断装置，检测探头连接器的识别信息即ID信息，使照明点灯、非点灯。 The present invention provides an ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus detecting probe connector identification information i.e. ID information, so that the lighting, non-lighting. 在设置于超声波图像诊断装置主体的连接器的附近，安装有能够通过灯颜色来识别超声波探头处于工作中或非工作的显示灯。 In the vicinity of the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body of the connector, fitted with the lamp color can be identified by the ultrasonic probe is displayed in the non-work lamp operation. 即使是在昏暗的检查室内进行的超声波检查中，也能够提高超声波探头连接器周边部的视认性。 Even in the dark ultrasound examination conducted indoors, it is possible to improve the visibility of the ultrasonic probe of the peripheral portion of the connector.
1.一种超声波图像诊断装置，设置有多个使超声波探头可装卸的连接器，其特征在于， 具有:照明单元，设置于上述连接器的设置位置的附近，以便照射多个上述连接器；以及控制单元，按照上述超声波探头相对于上述连接器的装卸，对上述照明单元的点灯或者非点灯进行控制。 An ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus, the ultrasonic probe is provided with a plurality of removable connector, comprising: a lighting unit disposed in the vicinity of the installation position of the connector, so that a plurality of irradi and a control unit, in accordance with the ultrasonic probe with respect to said connector loading and unloading, the illumination means for lighting or non-lighting control.
2.一种超声波图像诊断装置，设置有多个使超声波探头可装卸的连接器，其特征在于， 具有:照明单元，设置于上述连接器的设置位置的附近，以便照射多个上述连接器；以及控制单元，按照操作面板所配置的探头切换开关的操作，对上述照明单元的点灯或者非点灯进行控制。 An ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus, the ultrasonic probe is provided with a plurality of removable connector, comprising: a lighting unit disposed in the vicinity of the installation position of the connector, so that a plurality of irradi and a control unit, in accordance with the operation panel configured probe switch operation, the illumination of the lighting or non-lighting means is controlled.
3.如权利要求1所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 上述照明单元的点灯或者非点灯的控制是通过检测上述超声波探头的识别信号即ID信号来执行的。 An ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim, characterized in that the lighting or non-lighting of the illumination control means by detecting the identification signal, i.e., the ultrasonic probe to perform the ID signal.
4.如权利要求1所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 还设置有点灯时间控制单元，该点灯时间控制单元控制上述照明单元的点灯时间。 The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that the further control unit is provided with the lighting time, the lighting time control unit controls the lighting unit lighting time.
5.如权利要求2所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 还设置有点灯时间控制单元，该点灯时间控制单元控制上述照明单元的点灯时间。 5. The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that the further control unit is provided with the lighting time, the lighting time control unit controls the lighting unit lighting time.
6.如权利要求1所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 还在多个设置于上述超声波图像诊断装置主体的连接器的附近设置有显示单元，该显示单元用于识别使用中或者非使用的超声波探头。 6. The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that also provided in the vicinity of the plurality of disposed ultrasound image diagnostic apparatus main body of the connector with a display unit, the display unit for identifying the use or non- the use of ultrasound probes.
7.如权利要求2所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 还在多个设置于上述超声波图像诊断装置主体的连接器的附近设置有显示单元，该显示单元用于识别使用中或者非使用的超声波探头。 7. The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 2, characterized in that also provided in the vicinity of the plurality of disposed ultrasound image diagnostic apparatus main body of the connector with a display unit, the display unit for identifying the use or non- the use of ultrasound probes.
8.如权利要求6所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 上述显示单元，通过点灯颜色来识别上述超声波探头处于使用中或者非使用。 8. The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 6, wherein said display means, the lighting color is identified by the ultrasonic probe is in use or non-use.
9.如权利要求6所述的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于， 上述显示单元，利用不同发光色的发光二极管，通过点灯颜色来识别上述超声波探头处于使用中或者非使用。 9. The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus according to claim 6, wherein said display means with different luminescent color LEDs, the lighting color is identified by the ultrasonic probe is in use or non-use.
超声波图像诊断装置 Ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus
[0001] 本申请按照35U.SC § 119 (a)要求日提交的日本专利申请N0.的优先权，通过引用将其全部内容结合到本申请中。 [0001] The present application in accordance with 35U.SC § 119 (a) requires the Japanese Patent May 12, 2008 filed N0. priority by reference in its entirety is incorporated into the present application.
技术领域 Technical Field
[0002] 本发明涉及超声波图像诊断装置，特别涉及在黑暗的检查室中能够容易地进行对超声波探头的灵活运用等的各种作业的超声波图像诊断装置。 [0002] The present invention relates to an ultrasonic image diagnosis apparatus, and more particularly in a dark examination room can easily utilize ultrasonic probe various operations such as an ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus.
背景技术 Background
[0003] 超声波图像诊断装置是通过超声波探头向被检者发送超声波，接收来自被检者的回波信号并根据该回波信号来再现超声波图像的装置，对被检者的脏器及血流等进行检查，被广泛运用于医疗领域。 [0003] The ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus is sent through an ultrasonic probe to be examined ultrasound, the subject of the echo signal and the echo signal is reproduced according to an ultrasound image device receives, on the subject of organ and blood flow etc to be widely used in the medical field. 进行超声波图像诊断时，按照检查部位及被检者的状态等诊断目的，腹部用、循环系统用、活检用等的频率及振子面形状不同的适当的超声波探头被灵活运用。 When an ultrasound image diagnosis, according to the inspection site and was seized by the state and other diagnostic purposes, the abdomen with, circulatory system, frequency and oscillator surface shapes such as biopsies with different suitable ultrasonic probe is utilized.
[0004] 为了灵活运用多种超声波探头，在超声波图像诊断装置主体上设置有多个连接器，通过该连接器能够安装适当的超声波探头这一情况是多见的。 [0004] In order to utilize a variety of ultrasonic probe is provided with a plurality of connectors on the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body through which the connector can install the appropriate ultrasonic probe of this situation is more common. 即，通过连接器，多个超声波探头能够相对于超声波图像诊断装置主体自由装卸。 That is, through the connector, the ultrasonic probe with respect to a plurality of ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body detachably. 例如，事先将三种超声波探头总是连接于超声波图像诊断装置主体，通过在超声波图像诊断装置的主体侧进行开关切换操作，能够选择性地使用任意的超声波探头。 For example, the three types of prior ultrasonic probe is always connected to the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus main body image, the image by the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus main body side switching operation performed, it is possible to selectively use any of the ultrasonic probe. 处于连接于超声波图像诊断装置主体的状态下的超声波探头被称作有源(active)超声波探头。 The ultrasonic probe is connected to the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body is referred to an active state (active) of the ultrasonic probe.
[0005] 另一方面，具备使用频率较低、不总连接于超声波图像诊断装置主体、但在必要时只要连接到连接器就能够立刻使用的超声波探头，称之为备用超声波探头。 [0005] On the other hand, have a lower frequency, is not always connected to the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus body image, but if necessary, as long as the connector is connected to the ultrasonic probe can be used at once, called spare ultrasonic probe. 以往，有如下提案，即将使用频率较低的备用超声波探头根据需要而与活性超声波探头进行交换并使用(例如，参照日本特开号公报)。 Conventionally, there are proposed, a lower frequency to be used according to the needs of the spare ultrasonic probe and the ultrasonic probe exchange activity and use (e.g., refer to Japanese Patent Laid-Open Publication No. ).
[0006] 在所要使用的备用超声波探头的个数比设置于超声波图像诊断装置的主体侧的连接器的数量多的情况下，暂时拆卸与连接器相结合的活性超声波探头中的某个，从备用超声波探头中选择应使用的其他超声波探头并进行更换这样的操作是必要的。 The number to be used in alternate ultrasonic probe ratio is set at the side of the connector body ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus more number of cases, temporary removal and connector combination of active ultrasonic probe in one of the [0006], from Select other alternate ultrasonic probe ultrasonic probe to be used and replace such an operation is necessary. 但是，为了容易地看清超声波图像诊断装置的显示器画面，超声波检查中的检查室的室内灯光很暗。 However, in order to easily see the ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus of the display screen, an ultrasonic inspection of the examination room, indoor lighting is very dark. 因此，为了交换超声波探头而进行的连接器的拆卸及再安装操作，存在视认性、操作性变差的难点。 Thus, the connector for the exchange of the ultrasonic probe and carried demolition and re-install the operating, there is a difficulty in visibility, operability deteriorates.
[0007] 并且，除操作面板之外的超声波图像诊断装置主体的主要部分不容易被看清，所以例如检查记录的确认等的视认性、操作性也差。 [0007] Further, in addition to the operation panel of the main part of an ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body is not easily see, e.g., so that the confirmation of the inspection records visibility, poor operability.
发明内容 DISCLOSURE
[0008] 本发明为解决上述问题而提出，提供一种能够在黑暗的检查室内容易地进行各种作业的超声波图像诊断装置。 [0008] The present invention is made to solve the above problems, to provide an easily ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus of various operations in a dark examination room. 特别地，本发明提供能够通过超声波探头的连接或非连接的识别(ID)信号的检测来控制探头连接器部周围的点灯、非点灯的超声波图像诊断装置。 In particular, the present invention provides a controlled lighting around the probe connector part connected or disconnected by an ultrasonic probe identification (ID) of the detection signal, an ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus non-lighting of the image. 进而，提供通过超声波探头的工作、非工作的识别(ID)信号的检测而在诊断装置主体侧的连接器部设置工作、丰工作的显示装置的超声波图像诊断装置。 Further, the work provided by the ultrasonic probe, detection and identification of the non-working (ID) signal, a connector portion provided in working diagnostic apparatus main body side, an ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus of a display device of the abundance of work.
[0009] 本发明的超声波图像诊断装置的一种形态为，一种设置有多个使超声波探头可装卸的连接器的超声波图像诊断装置，其特征在于，具有:照明单元，设置于上述连接器的设置位置的附近；以及控制单元，按照上述超声波探头相对于上述连接器的装卸，对上述照明单元的点灯或者非点灯进行控制。 [0009] In an embodiment of the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus of the present invention is that a plurality of the ultrasonic probe can be detachably connected to the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus provided picture, comprising: a lighting unit disposed in said connector n and a control unit, in accordance with the ultrasonic probe with respect to said connector loading and unloading, the illumination of the lighting or non-lighting means is controlled.
[0010] 根据本发明，即使是在昏暗的检查室中进行的超声波检查中，也能够提高使超声波探头结合的连接器周边部的视认性，从而超声波探头的交换变得十分容易。 [0010] According to the present invention, even in the dark ultrasound examination conducted in the chamber, the ultrasonic probe can be improved visibility of binding a peripheral portion of the connector, so that the exchange of the ultrasonic probe becomes very easy. 进而，能够防止超声波探头的误选择，所以能够实现超声波检查的效率的提高及时间的缩短，能够减轻被检者及操作者的负担。 Further, it is possible to prevent erroneous selection of the ultrasonic probe, it is possible to achieve shortened to improve the efficiency of ultrasound and time, can reduce the burden on the subject and the operator.
附图说明 Brief Description
[0011] 附图并入说明书并构成说明书的一部分，图解说明本发明的各种实施形态和/或特征，结合本发明的描述说明本发明的原理。 [0011] drawings are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate various embodiments of the present invention and / or features, combined with the description of the invention illustrating the principles of the present invention. 下面的相同附图标记代表相同要素。 The same reference numerals represent the same elements below.
[0012] 图1是表示有关本发明的超声波图像诊断装置的一个实施例的外观的立体图。 [0012] FIG. 1 is a perspective diagram of the ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus of the present invention embodiment of a look.
[0013] 图2表示图1的超声波图像诊断装置的连接器部。 [0013] Figure 2 shows a connector portion of an ultrasonic image diagnosis apparatus 1 of FIG.
[0014] 图3表示超声波探头的一个实施例。 [0014] Figure 3 shows an example embodiment of the ultrasonic probe.
[0015] 图4是表示有关本发明的超声波图像诊断装置的整体结构的框图。 [0015] FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus relating to the present invention the overall structure.
具体实施方式 DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0016] 如图1所示，超声波图`像诊断装置I具有超声波图像诊断装置主体3、操作面板4、显示超声波图像的显示器5和对被检者进行超声波信号的收发的超声波探头6。 [0016] Figure 1, an ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus in FIG `image I having an ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 3, the operation panel 4, the display 5 displays ultrasonic image of the subject and to transmit and receive ultrasonic signals ultrasonic probe 6. 操作面板4具有接触面板及键盘，用于使操作者进行各种操作，通常设置于超声波图像诊断装置主体3的上部。 Operation panel 4 having touch panel and a keyboard for enabling the operator to perform various operations, usually provided in the upper ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus main body 3 of the image. 为了容易地移动超声波图像诊断装置主体3，安装有小脚轮2。 In order to easily move the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 3, mounted castors 2.
[0017] 超声波图像诊断装置主体3上安装有用于对超声波探头6进行电连接的连接器7。 [0017] installed on the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 3 has a connector for electrically connecting the ultrasonic probe 6 7. 例如，如图所示，连接器被配置于超声波图像诊断装置主体3的正面一侧，并位于操作面板4的下方。 For example, as shown, the connector 3 is arranged in the front of the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus main body side of the image, and the operation panel 4 is located below. 在本实施例中，设置有三个连接器7，以使得总是有三种超声波探头能够作为活性超声波探头而连接。 In the present embodiment, it is provided with three connectors 7, so that there are always three ultrasonic probe can be connected as an active ultrasonic probe.
[0018] 如图2所示，在操作面板4的下表面设置有照明装置8，以便照射三个连接器部分7a、7b、7c。 [0018] As shown in Figure 2, the lower surface of the operation panel 4 is provided with illumination means 8, so that the irradiation section three connectors 7a, 7b, 7c. 并且，在各个连接器7a、7b、7c的附近，分别设置有显示装置9a、9b、9c。 And, in the vicinity of the respective connectors 7a, 7b, 7c are respectively provided with a display means 9a, 9b, 9c. 照明装置8和显示装置9例如由发光二极管构成。 8 and a display device illumination device 9 is configured by a light emitting diode.
[0019] 如图3所示，超声波探头6包括:前端部具有超声波信号收发单元(未图示)的超声波探头座6a、连接于该超声波探头座6a的电缆6c、将电缆6c连接至超声波图像诊断装置主体的探头连接器6b。 [0019] As shown, the ultrasonic probe 3 6 comprising: a distal end portion having an ultrasonic signal transmitting and receiving unit (not shown) of the ultrasonic probe housing 6a, the ultrasonic probe is connected to the cable holder 6a 6c, 6c connect the cable to the ultrasound image probe connector 6b diagnostic apparatus main body. 在超声波图像诊断装置主体3上设置有活性超声波探头的保持部、备用超声波探头的收纳部(均未图示)。 On the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 3 is provided with a holding portion, a spare ultrasonic probe housing portion (both not shown) of the ultrasonic probe activity.
[0020] 参照图4对有关本发明的超声波图像诊断装置进行说明。 [0020] Referring to FIG. 4 diagnostic ultrasound imaging device of the present invention will be described. 超声波图像诊断装置I在装置主体3内设置有超声波信号收发电路11、图像生成部12、控制部13。 Ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus I in the apparatus main body 3 is provided with an ultrasonic transmitter-receiver circuit 11, the image generation unit 12, the control unit 13. 装置主体3上的设置于操作面板4下方的连接器7，通过超声波信号收发电路11而电连接到控制部13。 Set on the apparatus body 3 is operatively connected to the bottom panel 4 7 connected to the control unit 13 through 11 are electrically ultrasound transducer circuit. 由超声波信号收发电路11生成的超声波发送信号通过连接器7而被提供至超声波探头6。 It is supplied to the ultrasonic probe 6 by the ultrasonic signal generated by the ultrasonic transceiver circuit 11 to send a signal through the connector 7. 超声波发送信号通过超声波探头座6a而被变换为超声波脉冲并被发送给被检者。 An ultrasonic transmission signal by the ultrasonic probe holder 6a which is converted into an ultrasonic pulse and transmitted to the subject.
[0021] 基于被发送的超声波脉冲的、来自被检者的反射脉冲，通过超声波探头座6a而被接收，被转换为电信号并作为接收信号被传送至超声波信号收发电路11。 [0021] Based on the ultrasonic pulse is transmitted from the subject reflected pulses by the ultrasonic probe holder 6a is received, and is converted into an electrical signal as a reception signal transmitted to the ultrasonic transmit-receive circuit 11. 接收信号被提供给图像生成部12，并在控制部13的控制下实施规定的处理而形成超声波图像。 The received signal is supplied to the image generating unit 12, an ultrasonic image is formed and predetermined processing is carried out at the control of the control unit 13. 该超声波图像被显示在显示器5上。 The ultrasound image is displayed on the display 5. 控制部13含有CPU (central processing unit中央处理器)及存储器(均未图示)，并包含操作面板4、显示器5、照明装置8和显示装置9，控制超声波图像诊断装置I整体的动作。 The control unit 13 comprises CPU (central processing unit Central Processing Unit) and a memory (neither shown), and includes the operation panel 4, a display 5, 8 and a display device illumination device 9 controls the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus overall operation of the image I.
[0022] 超声波探头6具有作为表示其自身超声波探头的种类及型号的识别信息的探头ID。 [0022] The ultrasonic probe 6 has a function as the probe indicates its own ID and the type of the ultrasonic probe type identification information. 若使超声波探头6与超声波图像诊断装置主体3的连接器7结合，则探头ID通过控制器13的CPU而被识别，根据该ID识别结果，自动地设定适合于该超声波探头6的动作模式、即超声波的收发及图像生成等条件。 Ruoshi ultrasonic probe 6 and the ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 7 of the connector 3 binding, the probe controller 13 by the CPU ID is identified according to the ID recognition result, it adapted to automatically set the operation mode of the ultrasonic probe 6 that the ultrasonic transceiver and image generation and other conditions. 在将超声波探头6从超声波图像诊断装置主体3拆卸的情况下，为防止超声波信号收发电路11的损伤，实施冻结操作，停止超声波的收发。 In the ultrasonic probe 6 from the case of diagnostic ultrasound imaging apparatus body 3 detached in order to prevent damage to the ultrasonic signal transceiver circuit 11, the implementation of the freezing operation, stop receiving ultrasonic waves.
[0023] 若超声波探头6被结合至超声波图像诊断装置主体3的连接器7，则控制部13自动识别其探头ID。 [0023] When the ultrasonic probe 6 is bonded to an ultrasonic image diagnostic apparatus main body 7 of the connector 3, the control unit 13 automatically identify its probe ID. 即，识别超声波探头6被结合至连接器7这一情况和哪种类型的超声波探头6被结合至哪个连接器7。 That is, the ultrasonic probe identification connector 6 is bonded to the case 7 and what type of the ultrasonic probe 6 which is bonded to the connector 7. 因此，若操作者通过操作面板4选择使用的超声波探头6，则适合于所选超声波探头6的动作模式下的图像生成及计测数据的收集成为可能。 Therefore, if the operator through the operation panel 4 to select the ultrasonic probe 6 used is adapted to collect a selected mode of operation of the ultrasonic probe 6 and the lower image generating measurement data possible.
[0024] 在如图2所示的三种连接器7a、7b、7c全部结合有超声波探头6的状态下使用超声波图像诊断装置I时，有时操作者会希望使用例如与正在连接器7a上结合着的超声波探头6不同的其他类型的超声波探头6。 When [0024] In the three connector 2 shown in Fig. 7a, 7b, 7c ultrasonic probe incorporating all of the image using an ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus I state 6, the operator may want to use, for example in conjunction with the connector 7a is The ultrasonic probe 6 with various other types of the ultrasonic probe 6. 在这种情况下，首先，操作者按下操作面板上的冻结按钮，停止正在使用中的超声波探头6的收发，然后将超声波探头6从连接器7a上拆卸。 In this case, first of all, the operator presses the button on the control panel to freeze, stop receiving the ultrasonic probe 6 is in use, and then removed from the ultrasonic probe 6 connector 7a.
[0025] 若控制部13检测到从连接器7a拆卸的超声波探头6的ID信号消失这一情况，则控制部13根据该检测信号向照明装置8发送点灯信号。 [0025] When the control unit 13 detects the ID signal disappears connector 7a detached from the ultrasonic probe 6, the control unit 13 transmits the detection signal according to the illumination device 8 lighting signal. 照明装置8点灯并照亮连接器7部分，从而即使在正在进行超声波检查的昏暗的检查室内，也能够改善视认性。 8 lighting and illumination device illuminates the connector portion 7, so that even in dim indoor ongoing ultrasound examination, it is possible to improve visibility. 因此，能够十分容易地进行从备用超声波探头收纳部中找出希望新使用的超声波探头6、并使新的超声波探头6与连接器7结合的操作。 Therefore, it is possible to find out very easily from spare ultrasonic probe housing portion hope that the new use of an ultrasonic probe 6, and a new ultrasound probe 6 and 7 connector combined operations.
[0026] 若新的超声波探头6被结合到连接器7，且由控制部13自动地识别出新探头ID，则控制部13向照明装置8发送关灯信号，使照明装置8关灯。 [0026] If the new ultrasonic probe 6 is coupled to the connector 7, and the control unit 13 automatically recognizes the probe by a new ID, the control unit 13 sends a signal lights illuminating means 8, the illumination device 8 lights. 另外，也可以使用计时器等，在由控制部13向照明装置8发送点灯信号后，经过一段时间后向照明装置8发送关灯信号。 Further, a timer may be used, etc., after the turn-signal control unit 13 transmits to the lighting means 8, after a period of time to send a signal to the lighting device 8 lights.
[0027] 为了容易地判断与连接器7a、7b、7c相结合的三种活性超声波探头6中处于工作状态的超声波探头6和处于非工作状态的超声波探头6，设置有显示装置9a、9b、9c。 [0027] In order to easily judge the connector 7a, 7b, 7c combination of three active ultrasonic probe 6, an ultrasonic probe is operating in a non-operational state 6 and the ultrasonic probe 6, there is provided a display device 9a, 9b, 9c. 为此，显示装置9a、9b、9c被设置于各个连接器7a、7b、7c的附近。 To this end, the display device 9a, 9b, 9c is provided in the vicinity of the respective connectors 7a, 7b, 7c of. 由于处于工作状态的超声波探头6的探头ID通过控制器13而被自动识别，因此控制部13向与该超声波探头6所结合的连接器7相对应的显示装置9发送点灯信号，使该显示装置9点灯。 As in the operating state of the ultrasonic probe of the probe 6 by the controller 13 and the ID is automatically recognized, thus lighting the control unit 13 sends a signal to the ultrasonic probe 6 bonded connector 7 corresponding to the display device 9, so that the display device 9 lighting. 例如，在与连接器7a结合的超声波探头6处于工作状态的情况下，显示装置9a点灯。 For example, in the case of working in a state combined with the connector 7a ultrasonic probe 6, a lighting display means 9a. 此时，其他显示装置9b、9c不点灯。 At this point, other display devices 9b, 9c does not light.
[0028] 不仅能够通过显示装置9的点灯、非点灯来显示超声波探头6的工作、非工作状态，还能够通过显示装置9所显示的颜色来显示工作、非工作的不同。 [0028] Not only by displaying the lighting device 9, a non-lighting display the ultrasonic probe to work, non-working state 6 is also possible by the display color display device 9 to display the work, different non-work. 例如，能够使对应于工作状态的显示装置9点灯为绿色,使对应于非工作状态的显示装置9点灯为橙色。 For example, it is possible to make the display corresponding to the operation state of the lighting apparatus 9 is green, corresponding to the non-operation state of the display device 9 as an orange lighting. [0029] 根据本发明的实施方式，即使是在昏暗的检查室内进行的超声波检查中，当需要交换超声波探头时，通过使照射连接器部分的照明装置点灯，也能够提高设置于超声波图像诊断装置主体的超声波探头结合用的连接器周边部的视认性。 [0029] According to an embodiment of the present invention, even in dim ultrasound examination performed indoors, when the ultrasonic probe to be exchanged by the irradiation connector portion lighting illumination device can also be set up to improve the ultrasound image diagnosis apparatus combined with the main body of the ultrasonic probe visibility of the peripheral portion of the connector. 其结果，超声波探头的交换变得十分容易，而且也能够防止在从备用超声波探头收纳部中找出需要的超声波探头时发生的误选择，能够实现超声波检查的效率提高及时间缩短，大幅减轻被检者及操作者的负担。 As a result, the exchange of the ultrasonic probe becomes very easy, and it is possible to prevent erroneous selection occurs when the ultrasonic probe from the need to find an alternate housing section of the ultrasonic probe, it is possible to achieve the improvement of the efficiency of ultrasound and shortened, is substantially reduced the subject and the operator's burden.
[0030] 根据本发明的实施方式，根据显示装置的点灯状态，能够在视觉上容易地识别处于工作、非工作状态的超声波探头，因此也能够防止误将不能从连接器拆卸的超声波探头拆卸从而使收发电路损伤这样的不好的情况。 [0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the display device according to the lighting state can be easily identified in the working, non-working state of the ultrasonic probe in the visual, it is also possible to prevent the mistake can not be removed so that the connector detached from the ultrasonic probe make a bad situation such transceiver circuit damage.
[0031] 本发明不限于上述实施例。 [0031] The present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. 例如，可以设置专用的开关来进行照明装置的点灯、关灯。 For example, you can set up a dedicated switch for lighting the lighting device, turn off the lights. 为使连接器7位于操作面板下方，不仅可以将其配置于超声波图像诊断装置主体的正面一侧，也可以配置于超声波图像诊断装置主体的侧面。 For the connector 7 is located under the operator panel, not only can be configured in front ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus main body side of the image can also be arranged on the side of the ultrasonic diagnostic apparatus body image. 在这种情况下，照明装置不限于设置于操作面板的下表面，设置于能够照射连接器部分的适宜位置即可。 In this case, the lighting device is not limited provided on the lower surface of the operation panel disposed at an appropriate position can be irradiated to the connector portion.
[0032] 从这里所公开的本发明的具体说明和实践中，本领域内普通技术人员可以清楚包含在本发明内的其他实施例。 [0032] from the specific specification and practice of the invention disclosed herein, those of ordinary skill in the art can be clearly included within other embodiments of the present invention. 因此，应认为具体说明和实施例仅仅被认为是示例，本发明的真正范围和精神由下面的权利要求来指示。 Therefore, it should consider the specific instructions and examples be considered as exemplary only, with a true scope and spirit of the invention being indicated by the following claims to indicate. US Title not availableGeneral Electric CompanyMethod and apparatus for automatic transducer selection in ultrasound imaging system1JP特开A 2JP特开A International ClassificationCooperative Classification, , C06PublicationC10Entry into substantive examinationC14Grant of patent or utility modelC41Transfer of patent application or patent right or utility modelRotate