How long is the operating time of the battery of the Tringa? The operating time is around 4 hours. Can you connect a recording- or printer device to the Tringa? Yes. The Tringa has a video-out port. Use a BNC cable to connect the scanner to, for instance, an external image capture device or a printer. Is there a CD-rom available, which describes the operation of the Tringa? Yes. Please fill out the form under the item "Extra Power for Free" on the first page of this website (home) and get your own free CD-rom. How many probes are available for the Tringa? There is one 3,5/5.0 MHz probe available for the Tringa. This probe is fixed to the scanner. Can the probe of the Tringa be disconnected to attach another probe? No, The probe is fixed to the unit. Only qualified service personnel of Esaote are allowed to disconnect the probe from the scanner. Can we attach a linear probe to the Tringa? No, the Tringa is based on the mechanical sector technique. The Tringa Linear is based on the Linear array technique and has a multifrequency endorectal probe Can we use the Tringa for pregnancy detection in other animals besides swine? Yes, the Tringa can also be used for pregnancy detection and ovary evaluation in sheep and goat. Is the probe of the Tringa waterproof? Yes, the probe is waterproof. However, we advise you, also for hygienic reasons, to use a probe cover when using the probe endorectally. Is it necessary to always use the mounting glove? No, the Tringa can also be carried in a special carrying case which is strapped around the neck and shoulder.