File extension .4DV
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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4D View Ultrasound Format | General Electric | Data Files |
The 4DV file extension, also known as 4D View Ultrasound, is a file format used to store 4D (three-dimensional plus time) ultrasound imaging data. It stores data generated by TOSHIBA, the manufacturers of high quality medical imaging diagnostic systems. This type of file is used for storing ultrasound imaging data from various pieces of medical equipment, specifically those that use the 4D imaging technology. 4DV data files can contain audio sounds and voice annotations by the medical specialist, as well as graphical images that are generated specifically for 3D visual presentation.
Technical Details
The 4DV file format is based on a binary sub-format that is used to store medical images and other associated information. It can contain three-dimensional scanning planes with accompanying Ultrasound echo color map, Ultrasound M-Mode traces, Pulsed Doppler waveforms and spectral analysis. It can be opened and viewed with either the Toshiba Sonic 4D Viewer, VIvantage Viewer, or VIPViewmaker viewer. Other similar file extensions include 3DV,.BCM,.DCM,.DIR,and .IMA.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .4DV) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .4DV extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .4DV file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .4DV extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .4DV extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .4DV file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .4DV file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .4DV file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .4DV file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .4DV file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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