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DIGITAL IMAGING SYSTEM 

 
 

 

 

   
U.S. Patent Number 5,635,728 

 

User Manual 

And Installation Guide

 

 

  

 

 

 
 

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OGOS

 

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MAGING

 

EPIX

 

Scanner

 USB

 

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MAGING

 

Summary of Contents for Digital Imaging System EPIX

Page 1: ...DIGITAL IMAGING SYSTEM U S Patent Number 5 635 728 User Manual And Installation Guide LOGOS IMAGING EPIXScanner USB LOGOS IMAGING...

Page 2: ...is a revolutionary new product designed to replace traditional x ray film and film processors TECHNICAL SUPPORT For technical support call you Logos Imaging dealer or Logos Imaging directly SUPPLIES...

Page 3: ...S 13 Section 5 System Operating Instructions 14 5 1 PREPARING YOUR CURRENT X RAY EQUIPMENT 14 5 2 ERASE THE IMAGING PLATE 14 5 3 TAKING AN X RAY 15 5 4 SCANNING THE IMAGING PLATE 16 5 5 TURNING OFF TH...

Page 4: ...iographic analysis providing interactive CRT retrieval viewing and processing of stored computed radiographic images The system includes reusable photostimulatable phosphor imaging plates a laser diod...

Page 5: ...en 100 240 volts AC Imaging plates are toxic The blue colored substance in the imaging plate is toxic Ifpart all of an imaging plate is swallowed contact a physician immediately The physician must rem...

Page 6: ...sunlight or direct indoor lighting will erase the informationstored on the imaging plate Do not place scanner on or next to a radiator or water source Excessive heat or small amounts of water may dama...

Page 7: ...Hz Millions of hertz LED light emitting diode mm millimeter cm centimeter kVp peak voltage in thousands of volts IP imaging plates CD ROM compact disc read only CCD charge coupled device TIFF tagged i...

Page 8: ...8x10 in screen holders 2 8x17 in screen holders 3 8x10 light shields 3 8x17 light shields 1 Logos Imaging software package 1 User manual this manual 1 Software user manual 1 USB cable 6ft 1 Power Cord...

Page 9: ...canner will not operate with the lid open LED indicator lights with graphic symbols The lights show the current status of the system Green Ready to scan Yellow Scanning Red Error Figure 3 2 Scanner RE...

Page 10: ...in and 8 x 10 in IMAGING PLATES 8 x 17 in 8 x 10 Plastic mounting strips used to hold imaging plate onto the carousel Active imaging area white color Figure 3 5 CAROUSELS 8 x 10 8 x 17 Top of the caro...

Page 11: ...er supply auto senses the input voltage Power 100 watts maximum Power Cord Standard line cord provided 3 6 COMPLIANCE TO STANDARDS The EPIX SCANNER Digital Imaging System conforms to the following sta...

Page 12: ...t countertop large enough to hold the scanner plus provide a working area We suggest a minimum of 18 x 36 in 46 x 92 cm The computer does not need to be on the countertop but must be within the length...

Page 13: ...relocate your office Inventory the contents of the box and ensure that you have all of the following components If any items are damaged or missing contact your dealer immediately Fig 4 1 Scanner 1 ea...

Page 14: ...tep 2 Set up the computer and monitor per the manufacturer s recommendations Use an ergonomic setup to minimize repetitive motion injuries Step 3 Turn the power on to the monitor and computer Step 4 C...

Page 15: ...image information To completely erase the imaging plate expose the front surface blue or white in color to direct intense light for at least 2 minutes An effective way to erase the imaging plate is to...

Page 16: ...d expose in the usual manner Fig 5 4 In a semi darkened room see Section 4 1 open the screen holder With the white surface pointed away from the carousel insert one side of the imaging plate under the...

Page 17: ...enough quality erase the imaging plate and start again 5 5 TURNING OFF THE EPIX SYSTEM The EPIX SCANNER Digital Imaging System is designed to be left on continuously The laser is only operational whil...

Page 18: ...Manual 17 SECTION 6 SOFTWARE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Logos Imaging software can capture digital x ray images from the EPIX systems Please refer to the Logos Imaging software user s manual or online hel...

Page 19: ...is could cause damage to the electronics inside Allow to air dry before plugging in or turning back on Cleaning Imaging Plates Imaging plates should be handled carefully For the best images take care...

Page 20: ...e cover on the back of the scanner Pry the top of the connector open Fig 7 4 Remove the fuse holder Change both fuses Ensure that new fuses meet the following specifications 250 V 2 amp Time Lag High...

Page 21: ...n the scanner and computer is loose or defective Reconnect the cable Check for tightness Swap with a known good cable if possible The computer does not recognize that the scanner is connected or the s...

Page 22: ...ve exposed imaging plates in well lit areas Even in the protective envelope some light penetrates and can partially erase the imaging plates Transfer imaging plates from their protective sleeve to the...

Page 23: ...Material Items Recycle Comments Plastic Carousel Latches No Dispose of with other non recyclable plastic items Aluminum Housing Optic Module Yes Remove all non aluminum parts before recycling Carousel...

Page 24: ...t and allow the scanner to come back to room temperature Then follow the guidelines outlined in Section 5 8 2 SHIPMENT The EPIX Digital Imaging System is designed to be shipped in its original shippin...

Page 25: ...er DHHS Radiation Performance Standards 21 CFR Ch I Subch J EN60825 Class 1 Laser Device Storage and Shipping Conditions 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F EPIX Imaging Plates Dimensions 8 x 10 in 20 3 cm x 25 4...

Page 26: ...e with the Logos Imaging written instructions furnished with the unit Please fill out the warranty registration card appendix D and mail to Logos Imaging as instructed EPIX Imaging Plates The EPIX Ima...

Page 27: ...rtional to the amount of x ray energy the crystal was exposed to The EPIX SCANNER further excites the phosphor crystals to an unstable state by exposing them to a red laser The phosphor crystals then...

Page 28: ...btain excellent image quality Recommendations on Lighting Conditions for Loading Carousels Fluorescent Lights If loading can be accomplished in less than 60 seconds the fluorescent lighting in the are...

Page 29: ...Completely erase an imaging plate by subjecting it to direct intense light for about 20 minutes 2 Scan the imaging plate No image should appear on the monitor If an image does appear repeat step 1 wit...

Page 30: ...d have a minimum of 600 dpi resolution and pseudo randomic dithering Using the standard Windows drivers allows the use of the same printer for all other Windows applications word processing etc The Ep...

Page 31: ...e continuous improvements to imaging software and you may be interested in some of the upgrades Registering your system with Logos Imaging ensures that you will be promptly notified of any new offerin...

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