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No.: MPIUS0305EA Issued by: Takashi Yanagawa
Date: November 8, 2004 General Manager
Ultrasound Systems

ANNOUNCEMENT OF RELEASE OF FAMIO 5

A new product, Famio 5 (SSA-510A), will be released in November 2004.

1. Product outline and market positioning

Famio 5 is a basic diagnostic ultrasound system for black-and-white studies that is provided with a
10.4-inch liquid crystal display monitor. All functions required for examination are incorporated in a
stylish unit that can easily be set up immediately before examination is performed.

Famio 5 is positioned one class below Famio 8, which was launched in April of this year, and is
targeted at general practitioners.

2. Main product specifications

The catch phrase for Famio 5 is the same as that for Famio 8, “Smart Ultrasound”. Outstanding
agility and maneuverability as well as a fast start-up time ensure that the operator can perform
examinations smoothly and efficiently.

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 (1) Integrated design
The transducers, acoustic jelly, and recording device are all integrated into a single compact unit.
When the liquid crystal display monitor is closed, the system can be stored in a small space and
easily taken out when needed.

(2) Quick start-up

After it has been plugged into a wall outlet, the system is ready for use just 10 seconds after the
power switch is turned on.

(3) Easy operation

With Toshiba’s unique palm controller at the center, the operating switches are laid out to ensure
outstanding ease of use. Image quality can be adjusted in a single operation using the IP (Image
Process) dial. The use of a color liquid crystal display monitor permits subtle gray-scale
gradations to be easily observed with the B-color function.

(4) Data management

An HDD filing unit can be installed in the main unit, permitting the images obtained in an
examination to be retrieved and viewed immediately. In addition, connection to an external PC via
Ethernet allows image data to be transferred directly to a folder in the PC. (Optional in some
configurations.)

3. Model names and configurations

Famio 5 is available in the following configurations for different markets.

Model name Destination Power TV standard Filing unit

SSA-510A/C1 Japan 100 V NTSC No
SSA-510A/C2 Japan 100 V NTSC Yes
SSA-510A/E1 Europe 200 V PAL Yes
SSA-510A/N1 International 100 V NTSC No
SSA-510A/P1 International 200 V PAL or NTSC No
SSA-510A/P2 China 200 V PAL No

The following units are available as options.

Unit Model Name Remarks

Transducer selector UIPS-510A Adds a 2nd transducer port
Reference unit UJUR-320A Except TAMS (note 1)
Foot switch UZFS-320A
Filing unit UIFU-510A Image filing unit with HDD and Ethernet
CD-R unit UIFU-511A CD-R drive unit. UIFU-510A required. (Cannot be mounted if
the UZRI-511A is installed.)
Image memory UIIM-510A Image memory for up to 128 frames
Printer mounting kit UZRI-510A Kit for mounting the printer on the column
Printer mounting kit UZRI-511A Kit for mounting the printer underneath the operating panel
(Cannot be mounted if the UIFU-511A is installed.)
VCR cables UZCA-510A Cables for connection to a VCR

(note 1) Sprinter is not shipped for TAMS. The UJUR-321A , however, will be available for future
shipment.

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4. Famio 5 can be connected to the following transducers, which are the same as those used in
the JustVision series.

PVG-366M 3.75-MHz convex (5.0/3.7/3.0 MHz) for the abdomen

PVG-381M 3.75-MHz microconvex for the heart and abdomen (5.0/3.7/3.0 MHz)

PVG-681M 6-MHz microconvex for the neonatal head, heart, and pediatrics (7.0/6.0/5.0 MHz)

PVG-720S 7.5-MHz convex for small parts and the carotid artery (8.0/7.5/5.0 MHz)

PLG-506M 5-MHz linear for the abdomen and small parts (7.0/5.0/4.0 MHz)
(for future shipment)

PLG-805S 8-MHz linear for small parts (10/8.0/5.0 MHz)

PVG-601V Endovaginal transducer (7.0/6.0/5.0 MHz)

PVG-600S Endovaginal and transrectal transducer (7.0/6.0/5.0 MHz)

PLG-308P Linear transducer dedicated for biopsy (5.0/3.7/3.0 MHz)

(for future shipment)

PVF-745V Intraoperative microconvex (8.0/7.0/5.0 MHz)

PVF-738F Intraoperative microconvex (8.0/7.0/5.0 MHz)

PVF-738H Intraoperative microconvex (8.0/7.0/5.0 MHz)

5. Sales strategies

Famio 5 can be used with the same transducers as JustVision and Capasee. Therefore, customers who
are currently using JustVision or Capasee do not need to purchase new transducers if they upgrade to
Famio 5.

The sales points vary depending on the specific competitors.

(1) When the competing units are integrated systems with a cart

In competition against systems such as the Aloka SSD-1000, GE Logiq200 series, and SMS G20,
whether or not Famio 5 should be offered depends on how much importance the customer places
on image quality. When image quality is the most important consideration, Famio 8 is the best
choice. When other features such as multifrequency support and image memory capacity are
considered to be more important than image quality, Famio 5 is a suitable choice. The B-mode
color display function (which is available only with Famio 5) should also be emphasized.
In addition, the function for filing to HDD and the function for transferring images to PC via
Ethernet are unique to Famio5.

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(2) When the competing units require that the cart be purchased separately

Systems competing against Famio 5 in terms of price include units such as the GE Logiq100.
Image quality and functions are comparable, but the lack of a cart may be a problem in some
situations.

The concept of Famio 5 is that the system can be stored in a small area and easily taken out when
needed. A cart in which peripheral devices are installed is therefore essential. When a system is to
be used in an examination room, a cart is usually used, even if it must be purchased separately.
Famio 5 is provided with a cart in the standard configuration. In addition, the adoption of a liquid
crystal display monitor makes it possible to start up the system in only 10 seconds. The agility and
maneuverability provided by the integrated the cart and the quick start-up time should be
emphasized.

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