Patent ID: 8033174
Filing Date: 2011-10-11
Classification: A61B,G01S

Abstract:
1. An ultrasound diagnostic system, comprising: a plurality of connectors each having a signal transmitter to transmit an identification signal uniquely identifying the respective connector; and a plurality of probes each having a signal detector and an indicator assembly, wherein in response to a connection of each of the probes to one of the connectors, the signal detector of the respective probe is configured to detect the identification signal identifying said one of the connectors, wherein the indicator assembly of the respective probe is configured to provide an identification of said one of the connectors based on the identification signal, wherein each of the connectors is configured with a groove and the signal transmitter is installed within the groove, wherein each of the probes includes a body, a probe cable and a plug installed at one end of the cable, and wherein the signal detector is mounted on the plug and the indicator assembly including an indicator and a driver for driving the indicator is installed in the body.