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CRxFlex Operating Manual V1.11 

Scanning an Image 

 
The CRxFlex digitizer interface allows for the configuration and acquisition of 
images from the CRxFlex digitizer hardware. 
When active, the following interface will be available. 
 
 

 

 
 
 
On connection to the digitizer, the scan button will be enabled.  
 
 

 

 
 
To 

start a scan proceed as follows’ 

 
 
1.  Select RFID to get the below attribute values from the plate. 

a.  Scan Resolution 
b.  Erasure action  
c.  IP sensitivity  

 

2.  User also can set the attributes by unchecking RFID option 

a.  Adapt the scan resolution to 50 or 100 µm. 
b.  Select the erasure action (low 

– medium – high  

c.  Enter the IP sensitivity code between (753 to 1343 , by default 1000. 

 

 

 

Note: These settings will be used as of the next entered image plate. 

 
3.  IP Adapter setting can be selected as shown below. 
 

Summary of Contents for CRxFlex

Page 1: ...GE Measurement Control Technologies Computed Radiography CRxFlex CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 1 LL ID 51179524...

Page 2: ...liance 10 General 10 Equipment Classification 12 Connectivity 12 Training 12 Installation 13 Labels 15 Safety Instructions for Laser Products 17 Cleaning of the CRxFlex 17 Cleaning of Image Plates 18...

Page 3: ...rating Manual V1 1 3 Re erasing an Image Plate 30 Cleaning the Optics Unit 31 Troubleshooting 34 Digitizer Remote Display 34 Connection Problems 34 Removing a jammed image plate 35 5 Technical Specifi...

Page 4: ...serious injuries to a user engineer or any other person or can lead to a wrong inspection result The purpose of safety icons is to indicate at a glance the type of caution warning or danger Caution Ca...

Page 5: ...ccuracies or omissions that may appear in this document To improve reliability function or design GE reserves the right to change the product without further notice This manual is provided without war...

Page 6: ...nd operated from a stationary or mobile workstation with Rhythm RT Lite installed on it In addition a Digitizer Remote Display is available for CRxFlex status and error messages NOTE In case of a usag...

Page 7: ...or CRxFlex 3 Workstation for image processing and identification WARNING Accessory equipment not complying with the safety requirements of this product may lead to a safety hazard In particular the po...

Page 8: ...Intergrounding connector Operation Controls The CRxFlex interfaces with the user via 1 The Erase Button 2 The Status Indicator 3 The Power Button 4 The Digitizer Remote Display for CRxFlex status and...

Page 9: ...n combination with constant green The CRxFlex will erase the next image plate In combination with blinking green The CRxFlex is busy with erasing and return of the image plate into the cassette Consta...

Page 10: ...nal input part or signal output part con gures a system and is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the valid version of the system standard If in doubt consult your...

Page 11: ...lasses X O O O O O O Indicates that this toxic or hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous materials for this part is below the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 X Indicates that this...

Page 12: ...Cleaning of Image Plates Operation Continuous operation Connectivity The CRxFlex is connected to the workstation via network connection and uses the DICOM protocol to communicate with the workstation...

Page 13: ...e power conditions it is advised using an uninterruptible power supply Warning The CRxFlex is a tabletop digitizer The structure and stability of the table used need to be suitable in relation with th...

Page 14: ...lustrated below to lift the CRxFlex out of the packing and to carry it to another location Do not lift the device by holding the input tray For two persons to lift the CRxFlex each should stand at the...

Page 15: ...akes the connections acts as system con gurator and is responsible for complying with the systems standard If required contact your local service organization In order to reduce the risk of electric s...

Page 16: ...16 CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 11 WEEE Symbol see section about Environmental Protection...

Page 17: ...r is allowed to open the front cover e g to solve cassette or image plate jams at the front side When opening the front panel all motor driven system movements will be stopped including the laser Warn...

Page 18: ...s When cleaning an image plate follow these instructions Preventive Maintenance Regular preventive maintenance needs to be done once per year for one shift operation The maintenance interval will also...

Page 19: ...ct your local service organization and or dealer By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health which coul...

Page 20: ...nly be connected to a supply main with protective earth Warning The user is responsible for judging image quality and controlling ambient conditions when viewing printed or softcopy images for inspect...

Page 21: ...ibration during operation e g putting cassettes on the top of the device due to unstable ground e g vibration of nearby equipment or footsteps This may decrease the image quality Neither should the CR...

Page 22: ...ay icon is present in the Windows taskbar To start the Digitizer Remote Display go to the Windows Start menu Startup and click DigitizerRemoteDisplay The Digitizer Remote Display dialog contains infor...

Page 23: ...CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 1 23 2 Enter component technique and study data before proceed with scanning 3 Change over to the CRxFlex Digitizer Interface...

Page 24: ...24 CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 11 Note For more details on Rhythm RT configuration please consult the online help manual...

Page 25: ...the following boot up sequence Initialization of all components Functional test of all components Check for presence of cassettes and or image plates Establish connection to the workstation During the...

Page 26: ...ed To start a scan proceed as follows 1 Select RFID to get the below attribute values from the plate a Scan Resolution b Erasure action c IP sensitivity 2 User also can set the attributes by uncheckin...

Page 27: ...plate into the cassette slot of the CRxFlex Make sure to insert the cassette with the black side to the top and with the shutter opening mechanism and the locking mechanism inside the CRxFlex Make sur...

Page 28: ...ction of the View Connection Status option It will provide a detailed accounting of the transmission of messages between the digitizer and the Rhythm acquisition software This information is also logg...

Page 29: ...itching Off Check that the CRxFlex is not scanning an image plate If the CRxFlex is scanning an image plate the status indicator is blinking green Switching Off It is recommended to switch off the CRx...

Page 30: ...age plate 1 Check that the CRxFlex is ready for operation The status indicator on the CRxFlex constantly lights up in green 2 Press the erase button at the front side The status indicator is continuou...

Page 31: ...slot 5 To erase a second cassette the erase mode has to be accessed again Cleaning the Optics Unit Cleaning the optics unit is required if stripes parallel to the image plate movement can be seen in...

Page 32: ...32 CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 11 3 Open the lid positioned at the right side 4 Clean the scan line Your last movement must be continuous from the rear to the front 5 Re insert the cleaning brush...

Page 33: ...CRxFlex Operating Manual V1 1 33 6 Close the cassette unit Caution Misuse of the bowden wire leads to bending which causes a complicated replacement of the cleaning brush...

Page 34: ...the CRxFlex is blinking red the user should look at the status of the Digitizer Remote Display to decide whether CRxFlex internal problems or connection problems occurred If an error message is displ...

Page 35: ...luding the laser To remove a jammed image plate proceed as follows 1 Simultaneously press the two buttons positioned underneath the feed table 2 Slide out the front cover 3 Remove the jammed image pla...

Page 36: ...tial Resolution Medium Resolution MR 100 m x m x LP mm High Resolution HR 50 m x m x LP mm Scan Width 43 cm 17 inch Throughput 14 x17 plates Medium Resolution MR 54 plates hour High Resolution HR 27 p...

Page 37: ...nlight max 2000 lux Transport IEC60721 3 2 1997 class 2K2 and 2M2 with following restrictions Temperature 25 C to 55 C Vibration 5 200 Hz vertical longitudinal transversal axis Electrical Data Operati...

Page 38: ...onsult sales for detailed overview IPC2 image plate for CRxFlex High Speed Image Plate IPS image plate for CRxFlex Medium Resolution Image Plate IPU image plate for CRxFlex High Resolution Image Plate...

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