C506-E075

SONIALVISION G4
Multi-purpose Digital R/F System
 Selecting the best
for every examination environment
BEST in CLASS
With the Sonialvision G4, Shimadzu offers
a multi-functional universal system
—one that is useful in a variety of examinations and
examination environments, provides high image quality,
reduces X-ray dose levels, and is easy to operate.
Multi-purpose Digital R/F System

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 BEST Imaging G4
Consistently High Image Quality
BEST Imaging

Best-in-class, 139 μm ultra-small pixel pitch and a high contrast that maximizes
the FPD performance result in the highest image quality ever.

View both legs, entire chest, or abdomen with a large

field-of-view (up to 17 17 inches). Switch to a small
field-of-view for detailed examinations of finger tips or
other orthopedic regions.

Principle of Multi-Frequency Processing

■ Enhances Target Areas
Frequency-band-decomposition
State-of-the-art digital image While Suppressing Halation
processing technology ensures clearer Various real-time digital filtering processes effectively
Contrast enhancement suppress halation near the skin surface and around
fluoroscopy and radiography images
shadows where organs overlap.
SUREengine-Advance(*)
■ Efficiently Minimizes Fluoroscopy Noise
（ * Shimadzu Ultimate Real-time
Enhancement imaging technology） By extracting noise components and applying optimal
digital filtering, the system effectively removes noise from
obtained images with no delay or image lag, achieving
smoother imaging.

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 Versatile Design for Various Examinations BEST Performance G4
BEST Performance
The system has been thoughtfully designed
to consider all users in a diversity of situations,
making it ideal for a wide variety of examinations.

Orthopedic and
Urological Examinations
General Radiography Studies

The large field-of-view captures a broad range, providing Offers large field-of-view observations with minimum
the flexibility to accommodate a wide variety of dose levels, and a wealth of functions for supporting
radiographic examinations. urological examinations as well.

■ The edge of the imaging range can be positioned as ■ The table can be tilted
The wide movement range captures close as 9.5 cm from the head-end of the table (given without changing the
the entire body without moving the patient. a 17-inch FOV), making it easy to perform procedures observation position.
using an optical endoscope.

■ A urology foot
switch is available
for operating the
imaging chain.
(optional)

202.5cm Imaging Range

・Also, various dedicated options for Urology, such as
Leg supports, Drain Bag, Endoscopy unit support arm
are available.

■ A specialized collimation function is effective in

dose reduction.

■ Our wide dynamic range imaging ■ Perform chest radiography ■ 90 deg. X-ray tube rotation allows
stably ensures high image quality easily by extending the the studies to the patient
while suppressing halation. imaging system. on the stretcher.

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 BEST Performance G4

Gastrointestinal Series and

Swallowing Examination Endoscopy and Angiography
(Videofluoroscopy)
17 × 17 inches large field-of-view and high image
Supports angiography with a wide clean design
quality is perfect for everything from routine checkups to
and easy approach.
specialized examinations and observations.

■ The area around the table is uncluttered, and the monitor

and local control console can even be freely configured.

■ Wheelchair patients can be examined

simply by extending the imaging chain.

■ Fluoroscopic images can also be saved in

DICOM format.

■ The large field-of-view means DSA can be

used for examination of everything from
■ Max15cm/sec. quick movement of imaging chain with ■ An oblique projection function the hepatic artery to the entire lower
■ When images are flipped vertically, the imaging chain
soft start/stop feature will ensure stress-free efficient prevents overlapping organs in extremities.
movement direction can be reversed accordingly,
examinations and higher productivity. examinations.
enabling smooth examination procedures.

■ A wide, fully flat table with a high weight capacity

ensures safety even during angiography procedures,
and is easy to keep clean.

15cm/sec

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 Designed for Safety and Reliability BEST Safety G4
BEST Safety

Every detail has been carefully refined to maximize

the examination efficiency for operators, and
the safety and peace of mind of patients.

With the lowest minimum table height T he smar t & clean t able d esign makes it eas y to
setting available in its class, even elderly approach the patient from all around the table.
patients can get on and off easily.

To reposition the table when getting on

or off, simply press a button.
The imaging chain retracts to the head
end, and the X-ray tube unit is extended
to ensure patient safety.
Control keys on the side of the table make it easy to support patients during examinations.

The wide, clean, seamless table offers the highest To prevent patients from accidentally tipping over during
weight capacity in its class up to 318kg(700lb) at examinations, the table includes a function that briefly
horizontal position, easily accommodating bariatric stops the table at any specified tilt angle.
patients as well.

Even elderly patients can get Soft rubber surrounds the collimator output
on and off the table easily. port to provide cushioning in case the patient is bumped.

Min.
47cm

The clean-look new design covering all the cables Up to : 318kg(700lb)

around the X-ray tube ensures hygienic advantages.

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 Comprehensive Dose Reduction and Management Low Dose Control G4
Low Dose Control

Equipped with various functions to reduce radiation

exposure levels effectively, the system provides peace of mind for both
patients and attending personnel during examinations.

■ To efficiently minimize exposure levels during

examinations, the system features ultimate
grid-controlled pulsed fluoroscopy with ideal wave trail
elimination, as well as intelligent BH(Beam-Hardening)
filter function that automatically select optimal one
Pulsed fluoroscopy
from three different filters according to the type of
examination and eliminate unnecessary x-rays that do
not contribute to the actual images. BH filters

Accurate pulses obtained with grid control

kV High-voltage wave tail (unwanted X-rays) eliminated

Asymmetrical collimation

time

■ Collimation can also be applied asymmetrically on the

left and right (optional).
This can eliminate the exposure to the unnecessary
field outside of ROI.
Removable grid

■ A virtual collimation function is also included that

reduces unnecessary exposure by using the most recent
fluoroscopic image to set collimation for radiography.

Removable Grid will be a further

advantage in dose reduction, and
will be important especially when
the radiation exposure is a
particular concern, such as in
pediatrics, urology and gynecology.

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 Productive and Comfortable Workflow BEST Operability G4
BEST Operability All controls necessary for a given examination are gathered at the central touchscreen.
Consequently, each examination can be performed more efficiently.

This new generation system design provides

even more convenient operability to help
conductstress-free examinations..

Controls are customizable for each

examination type and facility.

Several types of monitor carts and local control consoles

are available for your selection to accommodate various
examination room layouts and clinical applications.

＋ ▶

Local console Local console with Local console Monitor cart

with monitor touch panel

The high-speed dual system can

simultaneously process images, register
patient information, or perform other
tasks quickly in real time, without DICOM NETWORK
interfering with examinations.
Excellent Network
DICOM DICOM
compatibility ensures smooth
Media storage MWM/MPPS
Because the X-ray generator, R/F table patient registration, image SONIALVISION G4
and digital processor are all linked, the printing, and storage.
number of operating steps during (optional) DICOM
Storage DICOM Print
examinations is significantly reduced,
Media HIS/RIS
which increases examination efficiency
and room’ s productivity a lot.
Save images on
DICOM server Laser imager

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Remarks:
• Every value in this catalogue is a standard value, and it may vary a little from the
actual at each site.
• The appearances and specifications are subject to change for reasons of
improvement without notice.
• Certain configurations may not be available pending regulatory clearance.
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