Orex ACL4 Installation Manual
Orex ACL4 Installation Manual
Orex ACL4 Installation Manual
Installation Manual
November, 2004
OREX Ltd. is a market innovator in the field of portable Computed Radiography Technologies designed and priced for low-volume clinic or field unit needs. Founded in 1995 under the name of Digident, the company initially entered the market of desktop dental radiography providing high quality, portable CR reading units for dental and orthodontic professionals around the world. The secret of Digident/OREXs rapid success lies in the best cost-performance ratio on the market. OREX designs, manufactures and markets phosphor image laser scanners. These units replace the traditional x-ray film and light box. The scanners allow the user to immediately read the x-ray image from the phosphor plate, and transfer it to a DICOM 3 compatible digital computer file. Once transferred, users can manipulate the digital image for close-up screening, or transmit it for long-distance consultation. After each scan, the phosphor plates are automatically erased by the unit, ready for re-use. OREX provides clients with a full solution including phosphor image plates, laser readers, software for image processing, storage, retrieval and communication in Picture Archiving and Communications System (PACS) compatible format. The companys mission is to become a leading provider of compact personal CR systems. Following the successful penetration of the global dental market, the company changed its name from Digident to OREX and expanded its markets and product lines to serve the dental, medical, military, industrial and veterinary fields.
We are committed to assisting our customers in obtaining maximum value from OREX products by providing excellent support at exceptional value. Technical Support Israel Headquarters: Tel: ++972-4-959-1331 Fax: ++972-4-959-1262 E-mail: [email protected] US Office: US only) Fax: ++1-617-244-9020 E-mail: [email protected] Tel: ++1-617-244-9000 Toll free: 1-888-844-7775 (within
Safety Summary
LIFTING HAZARD
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The PcCR 1417 scanner weights 40 Kg (88lb). Do not try to lift the scanner by yourself. Always seek assistance from another person. Lifting equipment that is too heavy may result in serious injury to personnel and/or damage to equipment.
WARNING
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Do not remove the scanner cover Cover removal should be done only by authorized service personnel
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Table of Contents
1. 2. 3. Terms and Conventions..............................................................1-1 Packaging.....................................................................................2-1 Site Preparation...........................................................................3-1
3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 General ............................................................................................... 3-1 Computer Requirements..................................................................... 3-1 Space Requirements ........................................................................... 3-1 Electrical Requirements ..................................................................... 3-2 Environmental Requirements............................................................. 3-2 3.5.1 Temperature ........................................................................ 3-2 3.5.2 Light .................................................................................... 3-2
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4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 General ............................................................................................... 4-1 On-Site System Configuration ........................................................... 4-2 Equipment Required For Complete Installation................................. 4-3 Installation process............................................................................. 4-4 4.4.1 Connecting the cables.......................................................... 4-4 4.4.2 Installing the drivers for the PcCR 1417............................. 4-4 4.4.3 Installing the Scanner Interface ....................................... 4-8 4.4.4 Onyx-Rad Installation ....................................................... 4-16 4.4.5 Licensing the GOP Filters ................................................. 4-17 Installation Report ............................................................................ 4-20
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5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 5.2.4 5.2.5 5.2.6 5.2.7 5.2.8 5.2.9 5.2.10
Main Screen......................................................................... 5-1 Setup Anatomical ................................................................ 5-3 Setup Image......................................................................... 5-6 Setup Configuration ............................................................ 5-8 Setup Operation Update .................................................... 5-12 Setup Diagnostics.............................................................. 5-13 Setup Automatic Tests ...................................................... 5-15 Setup Advance................................................................... 5-16 Setup About....................................................................... 5-18 Image Diagnostics ............................................................. 5-20
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Closed Box...............................................................................................................2-1 Figure 2: Open Box .................................................................................................................2-1 Figure 3: PcCr 1417 Dimensions ............................................................................................3-2 Figure 4: System Configuration ..............................................................................................4-2 Figure 5: Dongle parallel/USB for Onyx-Rad software..........................................................4-2 Figure 6: Dongle Parallel Plug for GOP filter.........................................................................4-3 Figure 7: CVLicense Window Before GOP Licensing.........................................................4-17 Figure 8: Setting the GOP License Key ................................................................................4-18 Figure 9: CVLicense Window After GOP Licensing ...........................................................4-19 Figure 10: Scanner Interface, Main Screen.............................................................................5-1 Figure 11: Setup Menu, Anatomical tab .................................................................................5-3 Figure 12: Setup Menu, Image tab .........................................................................................5-6 Figure 13: Setup Menu, Configuration tab..............................................................................5-8 Figure 14: Setup Menu, Operation Update tab .....................................................................5-12 Figure 15: Setup Menu, Diagnostics tab ...............................................................................5-13 Figure 16: Setup Menu, Automatic Tests tab........................................................................5-15 Figure 17:Setup Menu, Advance tab.....................................................................................5-16 Figure 18: Setup Menu, About tab ........................................................................................5-18 Figure 19: Image Diagnostic screen (Mini Viewer)..............................................................5-20
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2. Packaging
The PcCR 1417 is shipped in a custom designed box that protects the scanner. If the PcCR 1417 needs to be returned to Orex or to one of its dealers, the scanner must be repacked in its original box, and must include the CD and the USB cable.
Please use all the protective parts in the box in order to minimum the risk of damage to the scanner.
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3. Site Preparation
3.1 General
Inform the client about the site preparation requirements prior to installing the PcCR 1417. Without these requirements being met, you cannot complete the installation, and the clients ability to use the PcCR 1417 properly can not be guaranteed.
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Computer Requirements
Pentium 4, 1.8 GHz (or above) 256 MB RAM (512MB recommended) Hard drive 40 GB (or above) Network adapter (required for Dicom send) Operating system Win 2000 USB Port NO USB mouse or keyboard Parallel port Screen resolution 1024 x 768 (or above)
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Space Requirements
The PcCR 1417 shall be positioned on a stable surface, with at least 20 cm (~ 8) free space on every side of the scanner. A long USB cable shall connect the PcCR 1417 scanner to the computer, enabling proper spacing of these units from each other. The space requirements for the PcCR 1417 (including scanner dimensions and additional space) are shown below:
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50 cm
100 cm 80 cm
Electrical Requirements
90 V250 V AC 50Hz60Hz Two fuses are located next to the On/Off switch at the back of the scanner. Each fuse protects one of the power supplies. The fuses are 1A (slow blow). Online; 500 VA
UPS:
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Environmental Requirements
3.5.1 Temperature
Maintain the room temperature between 18C and 30C, normal lab conditions; relative humidity 80%, non-condensing.
3.5.2
Light
The PcCR 1417 is sealed and protected from light penetration. However, it is recommended to keep the PcCR 1417 in standard room light, away from exposure to direct sunlight. The PcCR 1417 uses phosphor plates for acquiring images. The phosphor plates are sensitive to light, and therefore exposure to light should be kept to a minimum. The phosphor plates should
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be exposed to light only when they move from the cassette into the PcCR 1417 scanner. For optimal results, room light is recommended at less than 1000 Lux.
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4. Installation
This chapter explains the installation procedure of the PcCR 1417. The FSE who installs the PcCR 1417 shall follow the steps described herein. Upon completion of the installation, fill out the Installation Report (Appendix B).
4.1
General
On-site installation of the PcCR 1417 shall be carried out by FSEs authorized by Orex, and will follow the instructions below: 1. Unpack the PcCR 1417 and position it in the desired location. 2. Verify the integrity of the unit and its components. 3. Plug the system into the electrical outlet, and connect the USB cable to the PC (section 4.4.1.) 4. Plug in the WIBU-KEY (green dongle) supplied with the Onyx-Rad CD to the parallel port on the back of the computer, the green dongle must be the first one connected to the parallel port and then you can connect other dongles to him!!! 5. Plug in the GOP dongle to the parallel port on the back of the computer on the Onyx-rad dongle. 6. Install the software for the PcCR 1417 (section 4.4.2 4.4.4.) 7. Test the systems functional operation. 8. Send a completed Installation Report (Appendix B) to Orex service department. Note: The warranty shall not be issued until Orex service department receives the installation report. (Warranty will be issued only after the Orex service department receives the installation report)
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4.2
Server
PC
Onyx-Rad
PACS
Scanner Interface
GOP
PcCR 1417
PC Make sure that the PC you are using meets the requirements described in Section 3.2, Computer Requirements Scanner interface Software supplied by Orex with every system GOP Enhancements for the scanner interface software for the purpose of image enhancement (requires special dongle connected to the parallel port of the PC) Please note: Installation without the GOP causes a non-optimal image quality. Onyx-Rad Imaging software installed on the PC for the purpose of acquiring, storing, and Dicom sending the images to different stations Please note: Users that do not intend to use Onyx-Rad should skip section 4.4.4.
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4.4
Installation process
The installation process includes the following: 4.4.1 Connecting the cables 4.4.2 Installing drivers for PcCR 1417 4.4.3 Installing scanner interface 4.4.4 Installing Onyx-Rad 4.4.5 Installing the Dongle (license for GOP) 4.4.4 Licensing the GOP filters
4.4.1
1. Connect the power cable from the PcCR 1417 to the power outlet. 2. Connect the USB cable (included in the PcCR 1417 box) to the USB port of the PC.
4.4.2
1. Turn on the PcCR 1417. The system makes initializations noise. Found new hardware screen appears, followed by the installation screen:
2. Click next
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4. Leave only the specify a location check-box selected; then click Next
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5. Insert the scanner interface CD in to the CD-Rom drive. If installation does not begin automatically, Click the Browse button. 6. A Locate file window appears. Browse to the CD-Rom.
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9. The Installation Wizard finds the driver for the PcCR 1417. Click Next. 10. Click Yes to confirm the driver file
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4.4.3
1. Insert the Scanner Interface CD into the CDRom drive. If installation does not begin automatically, Double-click on My Computer and choose the CD-Rom drive. The content of the CD will appear on a new window:
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4. Click Next.
5. Choose Install new filters and click Next. The software installs.
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7. Click Next
9. Click Next
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14. Choose the default option complete and then click Next
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4.4.4
Onyx-Rad Installation
The Onyx-Rad software is supplied on a CD separate from the Scanner Interface CD. For installation of the Onyx-Rad software, refer to the detailed explanations in the Installation Manual located on the Onyx-Rad CD. Note: 1. To function, the Onyx-Rad also needs the Dongle, installed in section 4.4.4. If the Dongle is not installed, or is not connected to the parallel/USB port, the software cannot run. 2. Restart the computer at the end of the Onyx-Rad installation.
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4.4.5
This section can be applied ONLY after installing the Dongle. This process is performed automatically with the scanner interface software installation. 1. Plug the dongle to the parallel port on the back of the computer. 2. Insert the Scanner Interface CD into the CDRom drive.
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5. The licensing window appears. Enter the code supplied by Orex into the Key dialog box. If you have not received the code, please contact your distributor. The code is unique, and depends on the SN of the Dongle, which appears on the dongle as a 4-digit number at the bottom line.
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7. The previous screen appears again. This time the CVIE-Orex-Soft on the 5ht row, the message license is valid should appear in the status column. If the status does not change to license is valid check the key that was entered again and confirm that small/big letters were written correct.
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4.5
Installation Report
For the warranty of the PcCR 1417 to take effect, and in order to verify correct installation by Orex, you are required to fill out the installation form and fax/e-mail to Orex service department. The installation form is located in Appendix C
Orex Contact Information Israel: Fax: (+972) -4- 9591262 Email: [email protected]
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5.2
Interface Description
5.2.1 Main Screen
This screen is used as the interface between the end user and the scanner.
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Description Click here to select the x-ray unit being used For selecting the anatomical region to which the image to be scanned, belongs. Use to initiate the scan. During the scan a pre-view of the scanned image is displayed. At the end of the scanning process, the interface window closes
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Description For erasing the image on the phosphor plate. For unloading the plate; then ejecting the cassette. For entering the Setup interface. The login screen is displayed:
User password None Technician password 9591 Orex Technician password Contact Orex Service Dept. 7. Exit For exiting the PcCR 1417 interface.
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5.2.2
Note:
Setup Anatomical
Each setup relates to a specific part, to be scanned from a plate that originated from a specific x-ray machine.
To enter the Anatomical screen choose the User mode and click OK.
Title CR\PORTALS
Parameter
Unit Select
The PcCR 1417 can support up to 4 different x-ray units. Each unit has its own set of parameters. Select/name the unit on which you want to work. You can change the unit name at any time
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Title Organ
Description Select the required organ from the dropdown list. The following organs are available: Skull Upper Extremities Chest Abdomen Spine Lower Extremities Abdomen
Select the required sub-organ from the available list; this has to describe the image you want to scan. This is an initial list; you can add, and delete organs to any of the sub-organ lists (see the two buttons below).
To add a new sub-organ: Select the Organ. Type the new Sub-organ. Click Add.
Delete Sub-Organ
CV filter
Enable the option to apply automatically a filter for each organ individually. Pm Gain For performing Automatic Calibration. Refer to the Calibration chapter in the User Manual.
Calibration Settings
Set PM Gain First Calibration Settings Sub Organ Acquisition Setup PM Gain calibration
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Title
Parameter
Description tune the image. If the image is too dark, increase the value by 10 numbers. If the image is too light, decrease the value by 10 numbers.
Offset
Indicate the current Offset calibration, (for more details refer to the User Manual). Do not change this value.
External Settings
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5.2.3
Setup Image
Parameter
For changing the data correction method. The recommended method is Linearization.
Demo Scan
For using an available image file for scanning, if no plate (cassette) is available. Horizontal flip Vertical flip For flipping the image.
Rotate canvas
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Always Ask
Before scanning a small plate, you will be prompted to choose the required resolution (Normal/High). All small plates will be scanned at normal resolution.
Unchecked Normal resolution always Checked High resolution always For saving the parameters. This HAS to be done before selecting another tab. Allows Auto-Shutter operation on the image (removes white areas around the image). For additional information contact Orex support.
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5.2.4
Setup Configuration
Description Opens the configuration file with Notepad. X-axis home, where the scanner begins to scan the plate. Y-axis home, defines the location where the plate enters the scanner. Defines the number of steps for the loader to return the plate into the cassette. Defines the number of steps for the loader to extract the plate from the cassette.
Origin X
Origin Y
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Title
Description Increase this value for a longer erasing process (When a very high dose was used). Decrease this value for a shorter erasing process (When a very low dose was used).
Step Size
Number of steps for each complete turn of the lead screw. Diameter of the lead screw. Preset values used by the software to obtain the best results for high density objects. The default operating mode of the scanner. The plate is erased, on its way back into the cassette after scanning. For automatically starting a scan when you insert a cassette into the scanner. For using the W0 sensor. When the plate reaches this sensor feeding speed of the plate is lowered to prevent it from being damaged. Do not change the default unless otherwise instructed by Orex support.
Screw Size
Auto Scan
Using W0
Bi-Directional Scanning
The carrier does not return Home after scanning, but waits where it ended in the last scan, and uses that position as the starting point for the next scan. Test Image Diagnostic scan For using a test image For performing a Diagnostic scan
Diagnostics
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Title
Description For the calibration process. Once this option is checked, after the scanning process, the Image Diagnostics screen appears, from which you will be able to choose the type of required filter.
ACL4/ACL2I
For Orex internal use only. For Orex internal use only. For fine-tuning the origin of the image. After a scan is acquired, center the image, by either clicking it to the required position (or Fine-tuning for adjusting by smaller steps).
After scanning, when the image is displayed, right-click the top/bottom of the image, or click the left/right, to align the image with the scanner Home. Resets all values (new Home values) For saving the parameters. This HAS to be done before selecting another tab. To clean the Scanner rollers, For more details refer to the User Manual.
Reset
Save
Roller cleaning
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Title
Parameter
Description files\orex\ACL4SB\archive
Warming up override
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5.2.5
Parameter
Description Use to select the desired unit for performing backup, or restoring
Configuration Backup
Backup of data to a PC. Backup of data to serial EPROM Click the Software update button to update the software to the scanner.
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5.2.6
Setup Diagnostics
Title Optical
Description Turn on/off the Erase lamp Indicates that lamp1 is on. Indicates that lamp2 is on. Turns on/off the Laser unit Turns on the Rotational motor Indicates the speed of the rotational motor. Each click moves the carrier in the selected direction. When the carrier approaches its travel limit, it activates a limit switch (red indicator).
Rotational Motor
On Speed
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Parameter Sensors
Description Cassette in place Cassette is docked Cassette hold Cassette is locked Loader back Loader has reached plate W0 Plate is approaching rollers; has to slow down Roller Feeding rollers Z0-Z4 Positioning sensors Moves the plate In or Out of the scanner.
In
Out
High/Low slide-bar Controls the movement speed of the plate in the scanner. Unload Reset Unloads the cassette Resets all the sensors and motors in the Diagnostic menu. Displays the status of the plate Displays the status of the plate loader Moves the Loader forward
Plate Status Loader Status Loader Control Forward Back High Back Low Custom Steps
Moves the Loader into the cassette. Each click moves it the number of steps typed into Steps.
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5.2.7
This menu is used primarily, at the end of the Orex production line, for burn-in tests.
Description Displays the number of tests that have been run. Displays the test results.
Test Settings
Automatic Scan
Performs a scan automatically, when the cassette is inserted into its port. This test is usually run with the Automatic Load/Unload test Performs an automatic erase. Automatically Loads and unloads the plate. This test is usually run with the Automatic Scan test. Sets the number of tests to run.
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5.2.8
Setup Advance
Title Scanner ID
Description From here you can edit the serial number, and the DV number. Displays the serial number of the system.
DV Number Scan Counter Reset Displays the number of scans performed. Resets the number of scans to 0.
Scan mode
Single mode
One image at a time is saved after scan process is finished to the database. Scan several images before transferring them to the database. Dual scan mode two scanners connected to the same computer Check for the body image on the main screen. Uncheck for test-labeled buttons. The labels can be renamed by using the Orex Editor.
Interface Settings
Anatomical Interface
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Title Save
Parameter
Description For saving the parameters. This HAS to be done before selecting another tab.
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Setup About
Parameter 1. Motion
Currently used version of the USB (FPGA). Currently used version of the Firmware (boot) Currently used version of the Firmware (Motion) Currently used version of the Driver Currently used version of the Scanner Interface Currently used version of the Anatomical database
2. Firmware (boot)
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Title Scanner ID
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Parameter Organ
Sub Organ
For selecting the actual (viewed) sub-organ Use to select the filter.
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Title
Description For changing the data correction method. The recommended method is Linearization. For changing the Data Minimum.
Data minimum
For viewing the result of the new setup For resetting the image Noise reduction Eliminate white borders around the image. This parameter moves the histogram to the desired location on the graph and sets the new PM gain value in the Anatom.ini file. To view the histogram of the displayed image To save the settings. To exit the mini-viewer.
Gain factor
Histogram
Save Exit
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1. Select the correct Sub-organ from the relevant Organ. 2. Select the desired Filter; then click Process to view the filtered image. 3. You can now right-click and drag to change contrast and intensity; or click and drag to change zoom. The cursor changes accordingly. Alternatively, you can use the sliders at the bottom right of the screen. 4. If the result is not satisfactory, you can click Reset to reset the image; then repeat the procedure with another filter, until you get the best image. 5. When the desired image quality is attained, click Save. Whenever this part is selected for scanning under this unit, the image will be filtered at this saved quality.
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It is possible to view the histogram of the image. In addition, for each sub-organ you can set a Data Minimum value.
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6. Troubleshooting
1. Problem Disconnect error message appears on the scanner interface screen Onyx-Rad software does not load. Error message received GOP filters do not apply on the image After the system is turned on, initialization sound does not stop. Cassette cannot be inserted into the tray. Image is too bright. What should I do? 1. Check: Power cable connected? USB cable connected? 2. Turn system off; then on again. Check if Dongle is connected to the parallel port of the PC Make sure that the GOP filters are licensed Turn system off; then on again. If the problem persists, contact your distributor. Make sure the cassette is positioned at the center of the tray. From the Scanner Interface Setup menu, increase PM-Gain for the type of image which is too bright From the Scanner Interface Setup menu, and decrease PM-Gain for the type of image which is too light 1. Check that the erase lamps are working 2. If the erase lamps are OK, increase the erasing factor by 5 from the Scanner Interface Setup menu Configuration Contact Orex service department Contact Orex service department Contact Orex service department Place system on steady surface There is light penetration into the system. Place the system away from intense light source (window). See also Chapter 3: Site Preparation See also: User Manual Chapter: Using the scanner interface See also: User Manual Chapter: Using the scanner interface Remarks
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10. Horizontal lines appear on image 11. Scan does not start 12. Systems is shaking 13. Diagonal lines appear on image
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Computer requirements:
PC: CPU Pentium 4, 1.8GHz (min.) RAM 256MB Hard-Drive 40GB Operating System: Windows 2000 Monitor: Size 17 (min.) Resolution 1024x768 (min.) Ports: USB port available NO USB mouse or keyboard Parallel port Additional: Network adapter (for Dicom send)
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Space requirements
Stable surface Width 100 cm Height 50 cm Depth 80 cm
Electrical requirements:
Voltage 90-250 VAC Frequency 50-60 Hz UPS Online, 500 VA UPS connected to CR system, PC, Monitor
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Environmental requirements
Temperature 18C-30C normal lab conditions Humidity 80% non condensing Light less than 1000 Lux
Configuration requirements:
Name off PACS on the site * Dicom send required? Dicom Print required? Yes / No Yes / No
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Yes / No
When using the PcCr 1417 with a main PACS on site, the images are Dicom sent to the PACS. Please verify with Orex the compatibility of the PACS to Orex software.
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Reporting distributor:
Company name: Technician installing the PcCr 1417: Name: Tee. No.: e-mail:
Site information:
Name: Address:
Installation pre-requisites:
Date: SN of system installed Computer requirements met ? Space requirements met ? Electrical requirements met ? Environmental requirements met ?
* See Installation pre-requisites, Appendix B
Installation process
Drivers for CR Scanner interface Or-Acquire GOP drivers ** GOP licensing **
** Optional
Onyx-Rad
Dicom send *** Dicom print SNA
*** Please specify name of PACS to which the images are sent
Name: __________________
Signature: __________________
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