ACUSON Cypress™ Operator’s Manual 1-9Connecting and Using TransducersConnecting and Using TransducersSnap the Probe Holder into the air vents on the back of the Cypress system.Place the transducer connector gently into the Probe Holder. Insert the trans-ducer connector gently into the receptacle. The transducer connector is keyedto allow proper insertion. The cable should always be facing in the down direc-tion.FIGURE 4. Connecting the Transducer to the Cypress SystemDo not force the transducer connector into position. If you feel excessive resis-tance remove the connector and try again.When attempting to scan, if a message that no transducer is connected appearson the screen, the transducer connector may not be securely attached. Removethe connector and try again. When the Cypress is powered up and a transduceris inserted, an audio signal indicates that the transducer has been inserted cor-rectly.When the transducer is not in use, store it in the holder on the back of the sys-tem. When transporting the system in a vehicle or over any long distance placetransducers securely in a separate packing case.See “Safety, Technical Description, and Accuracy” on page 9-1 for importantinformation on transducer cleaning and infection control.– o THE CABLESHOULD ALWAYSFACE DOWNTHE PROBE HOLDER SNAPSINTO THE AIR VENTS ANDCAN BE POSITIONED ANY-WHERE ALONG THE BACK OFTHE UNIT. INSERT THETRANSDUCER INTOTHE HOLDER.
