Multislice HELICAL CT SCANNER

Product Data
No. MPDCT0647EAB

APPLICATION
The AquilionTM large-bore system is a whole-body multislice
helical CT scanner with a gantry aperture of 900 mm and a
maximum scanning field of 700 mm that provides extreme
exam flexibility for CT simulation, trauma, bariatric, and
interventional procedures. Utilizing new dose-reduction
technologies such as AIDR 3D (Adaptive Iterative Dose
Reduction 3D) and SUREExposureTM 3D, the system sub-
stantially reduces the patient exposure dose and improves
image quality. In addition, the new-generation console unit
and SURETechnologiesTM application software further improve
throughput, reducing the time required for diagnosis.

FEATURES
SURE
• New PUREViSION detector Exposure 3D continuously adjusts the exposure in
Advances in manufacturing processes have led to the X, Y, and Z direction based on the patient's body
improvements in the detector, comprising 16 individual shape, reducing the patient dose to the lowest possible
0.5-mm detector elements. Light output has been level. Depending on the individual patient and the anat-
increased by 40%. omy to be scanned, SUREExposure 3D can realize a
This is achieved by eliminating imperfections in traditional dose reduction of up to 40%. Used with AIDR 3D,
SURE
cutting processes, producing the scintillator from a solid Exposure enables the user to automatically achieve
ingot using precision cutting techniques. With these the desired image quality at the lowest possible dose.
improvements, the PUREViSION detector offers dose sav- Double Slice Technology generates 32 slices in a single
ings. rotation without dose penalty.
• Largest gantry aperture in the industry Taking full advantage of coneXactTM technology,
A gantry aperture of 900 mm allows extraordinary patient acquired volume data can be reconstructed at double
access and positioning, improving exam positioning for density, resulting in a more true-to-original reconstruc-
CT simulation, trauma and interventional procedures tion in MPR and 3D rendered images.
without compromise. – Dose-management system
– Large scanning field of view Radiation Exposure Monitoring Profile, for dose report-
Aquilion introduces a 700 mm scan field of view which ing specified by IHE, is available in the software. This
covers more of the anatomy with greater accuracy than function automatically records all scan data so that the
ever before. This large field of view provides improved total dose for a particular patient or study can be accu-
image quality across the entire image during bariatric rately tracked.
and CT simulation exams. • Fast, flexible workflow
• Low-dose technology The new console enables significant improvements in
Aquilion incorporates the latest dose-reduction technolo- workflow with faster reconstruction speeds, automated
gies to reduce exposure dose while maintaining high processing functions, and flexibility with remote access.
image quality. – Fast reconstruction
– State-of-the-art dose-reduction technology A newly developed reconstruction system enables
AIDR 3D uses an iterative algorithm to reduce image reconstruction speeds of up to 22 images per second,
noise while maintaining details and structural edges. ensuring rapid diagnosis and high patient throughput.
AIDR 3D can be applied to all acquisition modes for – Automated processing
routine clinical use and is able to remove up to 50% of Generation of MPR images and data transfer can be
image noise, resulting in dose reduction of up to 75%. performed automatically in accordance with the exam
It delivers an integrated solution to facilitate diagnostic protocol setting. In addition, an enhanced DICOM pro-
decision-making at the lowest possible radiation dose tocol allows fast data transfer speeds of up to 60 imag-
without compromising image quality. es per second.*1

*1: Option
 – Workflow flexibility COMPOSITION
The console configuration can be highly flexible to
match the needs of any user. With SUREXtensionTM*1,
the images can be displayed anywhere in the hospital. Standard composition (Model: TSX-201A/3)
This provides remote access to the advanced 3D/MPR • Gantry............................................................................ 1
and clinical applications of Aquilion, which is ideal for • Patient couch................................................................. 1
cost-effective postprocessing solutions. • Console.................................................................... 1 set
• Power distributor............................................................ 1
• Clinical capabilities • Accessories
– SUREFluoroTM*1 – Manuals
SURE
Fluoro real-time CT fluoroscopy permits image – Inter-unit cables
reconstruction and display of 3 images simultaneously. – Set of phantoms
SURE
Fluoro with the large gantry bore significantly – Acquisition support
improves biopsy and interventional procedures, making Note: The console desk is not included in the standard con-
them easier and more accurate. figuration.
– Lung volume analysis*1
Lung volume analysis automatically identifies tissues in Optional items
the lung fields with a CT number lower than the speci- • Display console kit (CGS-53A)
fied value (regions of pulmonary emphysema) by using • Cerebral blood-flow analysis system
volume data. Volume, axial, sagittal and coronal imag- (CBP-study) (CSCP-002A)
es can be analyzed, and low attenuation areas can be • Lung volume analysis (CSLV-001A)
displayed in each. • Display system for dental application (CDP-07A)
– Colon View*1 • FlyThrough software (CFT-03A)
Employing automated visualization software and report- • SURECardioTM scoring (CSCS-001A)
ing tools, Colon View software ensures accurate diag- • Colon view (CSCV-001A)
nosis in colon examinations. Innovative MPR and • Fat index view (CSFM-001A)
FlyThrough Fusion permit the extracolonic extent of • Vessel view (CVV-001A)
tumors to be accurately assessed. • SUREFluoro (TSXF-003K)
– Fat Index View*1 • LCD monitor for SUREFluoro (CMM-004B)
Fat Index View allows body fat areas to be calculated, • DICOM storage SCP (COT-30D)
including the total fat, visceral fat, and subcutaneous fat • DICOM MWM (COT-32D)
areas. Calculated parameters as well as the subcuta- • DICOM MPPS (COT-33D)
neous and visceral fat regions are automatically dis- • DICOM Q/R SCP (COT-34D)
played in the image. The results are compiled in a • DICOM Q/R SCU (COT-35D)
report template for printing or export to PACS. • DICOM storage commitment SCU (COT-41D)
• DICOM PGP profile system (COT-44A)
• DICOM fast transfer system (COT-45A)
• SUREXtension (COT-49D)
• Color printer interface (CCP-03A)
• ECG-gated scan system (CHEG-004C)
• Injector synchronization system (CKIS-003A)
• Injector synchronization system (CKIS-004A)
• Respiratory-gated scan system (CKRS-004A)
• Respiratory-gating system (CKRS-004B)
• Extended field of view (CSTC-002A)
• Rear footswitches (CAFS-007A)*2
• Flat couch-top kit (CAFT-021A)*3
• Flat couch-top kit (CAFT-022A)*4
Note: Certain options may not be available in some countries or
regions. Check with your Toshiba sales representative.

*1: Option
*2: Rear footswitches are available with the 300 kg (661 lb)
patient couch version.
*3: For the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version
*4: For the 205 kg (450 lb) long patient couch version
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PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS • Acquisition

– 16-row scan: 0.5, 1, and 2 mm
Scan parameters
• Scan regions: Whole body
– 4-row scan: 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 mm
• Scan system: 360° continuous rotate/rotate
• Scan plan
– 1-row scan: 1, 2, 4, 6, and 8 mm
programming: More than 360 different
• Tube position for
sequences can be pre-pro-
scanoscopy: 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270°
grammed.
Any arbitrary angle can be spec-
• Scan types
ified (in 5° increments).
– Scanoscopy
• Gantry aperture: 900 mm in diameter
– Conventional scan:
S&S Mode with priority on time con-
Dynamic scan
trol between one scan and the
• Rotation time: 0.5, 0.6*1, 0.75, 1, 1.5 s/360°
next
• Programmable time: Max. 1 hour/eXam Plan
S&V Mode with priority on image dis-
• Number of
play after the scan
programmable scans: Max. 10
– Helical scan: Mode for continuously scanning
Max. 100 s/scan
while the patient couch moves
• Scan plan
– Dynamic scan: Mode for continuously scanning
– Scan interval: Min. 1 s in increments of 0.1 s.
without moving the patient
couch Note: When a scanning mode with patient couch movement is
SURE TM used, the minimum scan interval is limited by the time
– Start
required for movement.
– SUREFluoro*1
• Rotation time • Scan start delay time: Min. 0.5 s
– Conventional scan Setting is possible in increments
Half scan: 0.32 s of 0.1 s.
Full scan: 0.5, 0.6*1, 0.75, 1, 1.5, 2, and • Scan rate: Max. 200 scans/100 s
3s • Image reconstruction
– Dynamic scan, Helical scan, SUREStart – Number of images: Max. 4/scan
Full scan: 0.5, 0.6*1, 0.75, 1, and 1.5 s – Image interval: 0.1 s.
• Scan cycle time (for 0.5-s scan) • Reconstruction time: Min. 0.5 s
– SCAN & VIEW mode: Min. 1.5 s (single image display) • Real-time reconstruction
– SCAN & SCAN mode: Min. 1.5 s (rapid sequence time: 12 images/s (0.083 s/image)
scanning, couch-top movement (1 slice, 512 × 512 matrix)
10 mm)
Helical scan
Note: The scan cycle time refers to the time between the start of
• Rotation time: 0.5, 0.6*1, 0.75, 1, 1.5 s/360°
one scan and the next.
SCAN & VIEW mode permits immediate viewing of images • Continuous scan time: Max. 100 s
after acquisition of each individual row. • Scan start time delay: Min. 3 s
Setting is possible in increments
• Scan field
of 0.1 s.
– CT scan:
• Image slice thickness:
S M L LL XL – For 16-row scanning: A value of up to 10 times the
φ240 mm φ320 mm φ400 mm φ550 mm φ700 mm scan slice thickness can be set.
– For 4-row scanning: A value of up to 5 times the
– Scanoscopy:
scan slice thickness can be set.
Axial direction Longitudinal direction (Note that the maximum image slice thickness is 10 mm.)
Adjustable from • Scan field in the
Up to scan field
200 mm to 1,750 mm*2 (1,450 mm*3) longitudinal direction
size LL*
200 mm to 1,950 mm*4 (1,450 mm*5) (including the headrest): Max. 1,750 mm/scan*2
Max. 1,950 mm/scan*4
*: Note that the scan field for LL- or XL- scanoscopy (field size
> 500 mm) shows right/left asymmetry.
(Max. 1,450 mm/scan)*3, *5
• Slice thickness: 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 mm
These slice thicknesses are implemented by stacking the
data acquired in one of the following acquisition modes. *1: Option
*2: For the 205 kg (450 lb) long patient couch version
*3: For the 205 kg (450 lb) short patient couch version
*4: For the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version
*5: For the 300 kg (661 lb) short patient couch version
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 • Multi helical: Up to 10 scan plans are pro- • Number of messages: Max. 200 messages
grammable in one eXam Plan. • Recording time: Max. 30 s per message
(Multiple and/or Multi-directional • Delay time setting: The delay time between the end
Helical) of the message and the start of
• Couch-top speed: 0.8 to 96 mm/s. scanning can be set up to 10 s
• CT pitch factor and helical pitch in increments of 1 s.
– For all rotation speeds
Scan rows CT pitch Helical pitch Patient couch
0.625 to 1.0 10 to 16 • Load limit
16 – Max. allowable load: 205 kg (450 lb)*1, 2
1.125 to 1.5 18 to 24
0.625 to 0.875 2.5 to 3.5 300 kg (661 lb)*3, 4
4 • Vertical movement
1.125 to 1.5 4.5 to 6.0
System: Hydraulically driven*1, 2
Helical pitch = Couch-top movement Motor-driven*3, 4
(mm/rot.)/nominal scanning – Speed of vertical
slice thickness (mm) movement: Up: 16 to 24 mm/s*1, 2
CT pitch factor = Helical pitch/number of slices (50 Hz)
scanned in a single rotation 19 to 28 mm/s*1, 2
(60 Hz)
• SUREExposure 3D: Function for continuously varying
Down: 20 to 30 mm/s*1, 2
the X-ray tube current to ensure
Max. 65 mm/s*3, 4
the optimal X-ray dose during
(fast mode)
helical scanning.
Min. 10 mm/s*3, 4
• Image reconstruction
(slow mode)
time: Up to 22 images/s
– Stroke: Approx. 644 mm*1, 2
(0.045 s/image)
Approx. 658 mm*3, 4
Up to scan field size L
– Minimum couch-top
• Real-time helical
reconstruction time: 12 images/s (0.083 s/image) height: Approx. 312 mm*1, 2
(1 slice, 512 × 512 matrix) Approx. 332 mm*3, 4
• Specification of – Maximum couch-top
reconstruction position: By entering the couch-top posi- height: Approx. 956 mm*1, 2
tion or using the scanogram Approx. 990 mm*3, 4
• Reconstruction method: TCOT+ reconstruction (16-row • Couch-top movement
acquisition data) System: Motor-driven or manual
MUSCOT reconstruction (4-row – Speed of movement: 130 mm/s*1, 2 (fast mode)
acquisition data) 200 mm/s*3, 4 (fast mode)
• Reconstruction mode: Full image 10 mm/s (slow mode)
Half image (UP to scan field size L) – Stroke: 2,190 mm*1 (1,890 mm)*2
Detail image 2,390 mm*3 (1,890 mm)*4
– Scannable range
SURE (with headrest): 1,800 mm*1 (1,500 mm)*2
Start
• Scan start mode: Automatic 2,000 mm*3 (1,500 mm)*4
Manual – Step feed pitch: 0.5 to 600 mm in 0.5-mm
• Continuous scan time: Max. 100 s increments
• Acquisition mode: Intermittent, continuous, combi- – Reproducibility
nation (Accuracy): ±0.25 mm, maximum couch
• Region of interest (ROI): Max. 4 (1 ROI for VoiceLink) load 205 kg (450 lb) and
• CT number 230 kg (507 lb)*3, 4
measurement interval: 0.083 s ±1.0 mm, couch load over
• Scan start delay time: Min. 3 s 230 kg (507 lb) to 300 kg
• Display function: Mean CT number within the (661 lb)*3, 4
ROI, elapsed time Repeatable over a 600-mm
range
Voice-recorded instruction and scan system • Couch-top width: Approx. 470 mm
(VoiceLink) • Remote control from the console is possible.
Voice instructions to the patient can be recorded electroni-
cally by the operator and automatically played back during *1: For the 205 kg (450 lb) long patient couch version
*2: For the 205 kg (450 lb) short patient couch version
scan sequences as part of the eXam Plan. *3: For the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version
*4: For the 300 kg (661 lb) short patient couch version
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X-ray generation • Reconstruction time: Min. 0.1 s/image

• X-ray beam shape: Fan-shaped, fan angle 45.9° • Real-time scanoscopy
• X-ray exposure: Continuous • Data processor (scan console)
• Rated output: Max. 72 kW – Central processing
• X-ray tube voltage: 80, 100, 120, and 135 kV unit: 64-bit CPU
• X-ray tube current: 10 mA to 600 mA (adjustable in – Memory size: 12 Gbytes or more
5-mA increments from 10 to – Magnetic disk unit: Raw data, 144 Gbytes
50 mA and in 10-mA increments Image data, 73 Gbytes
for tube currents greater than • Data processor (display console)*1
50 mA) – Central processing
• X-ray tube heat unit: 64-bit CPU
capacity: 7.5 MHU – Memory size: 12 Gbytes or more
• X-ray tube cooling rate: 1,386 kHU/min (max.) – Magnetic disk unit: Image data, 73 Gbytes
1,008 kHU/min (actual)
• Focal spot size Data storage
– IEC 60336: 1993, • Magnetic disk
nominal: 0.9 mm × 0.8 mm (small) – Raw data: Max. 3,600 rotations
1.6 mm × 1.4 mm (large) (0.5-s helical scan)
– Image data: Max. 300,000
X-ray detection • DVD-RAM: 4.7 Gbytes
• Detection system: Solid-state detectors – DICOM images: 8,000
• Main detector: 994 channels × 40 elements • DVD-R: 4.7 Gbytes
• Number of elements: 39,760 – DICOM images: 7,500
• Data acquisition: 994 channels × 16 rows
• Reference detector: 1 set Image display
• View rate: Max. 1,800 views/s • Display monitor: 48.1 cm (19-inch) color LCD unit
• Monitor matrix: 1,280 × 1,024
Data processing • Image matrix: 1,024 × 1,024 (max.)
• Reconstruction matrix: 512 × 512 • CT number
• Picture element (pixel) size – Display range: From -1,536 to +8,191
– CT image: Unit: mm Note: The CT number measurement range is from -32,768 to
Scan field S M L LL XL +32,767.

*to *to *to *to *to • Window width/level: Continuously variable

Pixel size • Preset window: 3/image
0.47 0.63 0.78 1.07 1.37
*: Depending on the Vari-Area or Zoom factor
• Window types: Linear, non-linear (including user-
programmable and double win-
– Scanogram: Unit: mm dows)
• Image retrieval
Enlargement ratio (area) Standard 4× – Method: On-screen menus and keyboard
LL 4.00 2.0 – Mode: Image, series, and patient
L 2.00 1.0 • Autoview function: Software control, function key
Pixel size
M 1.00 0.5 • Multi-frame display: Reduction/cut-off display, ROI
S 0.50 - processing
• Inset scanogram display
• Dose reduction functions • Information display: User selectable
– Adaptive iterative dose reduction 3D (AIDR 3D) • Cine display: Variable speed
– Quantum denoising software (QDS) • Scanogram/CT image
– Boost3DTM switching: Show/hide scano line, zoom
• Reconstruction filter functions • Slice-feed playback
– Abdomen with BHC (CineView): High-speed image feeding using
– Abdomen without BHC the mouse or keyboard
– Brain with BHC
– Brain without BHC
– Inner ear and bone
– Lung
– High-resolution mode (for field sizes other than LL or XL)
– Super-resolution mode for the inner ear, bone, and lung
(for field sizes other than LL or XL)
– Maintenance *1: Option
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 Image processing System management
• Scanogram processing • Warm-up function
– Slice position display (planned slice, preset slice, and • Calibration data acquisition
last scanned slice) • Patient data input
– Anatomical scale (display of position, relative to select- • Patient appointment function
ed zero position) • Examination summary
– Slice position setting • eXam Plan editing
– Enlargement • Modification of related information
• CT image processing • Operation environment settings
– ROI • Slice counter
· Shape: Point, rectangular, polygonal, • Access control (NEMA XR-26)
elliptical, irregular
· Processing: Mean value, standard deviation, Dose management
area, number of pixels, maxi- • CTDIvol (or CTDIw)/DLP/Geometric efficiency in z-direction
mum value, minimum value • Dose check (NEMA XR-25)
· Display: Max. 10/image • DICOM SC Exposure summary
· Control: Size, position, rotation • DICOM SR compliant Dose report
– Measurement of distance and angle between two points
– Profile (oblique profile also available) Clinical applications
– Histogram • Dynamic study
– CT number display • 3D color image processing (surface rendering, volume
– Mark display (grid display, scale display) rendering, MPR, curved MPR, MIP, cine)
– Volume calculation • Automatic MPR (MultiView)
– Enlargement, reduction, panning
– Addition/subtraction between images Image transfer
– Band display (non-linear windowing) • 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, 10BASE-T
– Comment and arrow insertion • Toshiba protocol
– Top/bottom, right/left, black/white reversal of image • DICOM storage SCU
– Image filtering • DICOM fast transfer (Enhanced CT)*1
– Image rotation (arbitrary rotation) • TIFF conversion
– Screen save
– High-speed axial interpolation
– MultiView (Auto MPR)
– Quantum denoising software (QDS)
– Z-sharpening
• Raw data processing
– Half-view reconstruction of helical scan
– High-resolution reconstruction of helical scan
– ECG-gated half reconstruction*1,
ECG-gated segmental reconstruction*1

*1: Option
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IMAGE QUALITY High-contrast detectability

X-Y plane 0.31 mm
Noise
Scan parameters
Standard deviation Less than 0.7%
Scan parameters Tube voltage 120 kV
Tube voltage 120 kV Tube current 250 mA
Tube current 500 mA Scan time 1.5 s
Scan time 1s Slice thickness 0.5 mm
8 mm Reconstruction method MUSCOT
Slice thickness Reconstruction function FC90
(4 mm × 4 rows : 2 stack)
Reconstruction function FC70 Scan field S
Scan field S Phantom Catphan 500 phantom
(CTP528 module)
Phantom φ24 cm water
Z-direction 0.31 mm
Spatial resolution Scan parameters
Resolution 8.0 lp/cm at MTF 50% Tube voltage 120 kV
14.5 lp/cm at MTF 2% Tube current 250 mA
18 lp/cm at cut off (reference) Scan time 1.5 s
Scan parameters Slice thickness 0.5 mm
Tube voltage 120 kV Helical pitch 11
Tube current 200 mA Reconstruction method TCOT+ with 0.5 mm SR
Scan time 1s Reconstruction function FC70
Slice thickness 2 mm Scan field S
(1 mm × 4 rows : 2 stack) Phantom Catphan 500 phantom
Reconstruction function FC90 (CTP528 module)
Scan field S
Phantom φ16 cm Catphan
Low contrast detectability
Object size (A) 2 mm at 0.3%
High contrast resolution CTDIvol 14.4 mGy
X-Y plane φ0.35 ±0.05 mm Object size (B) 3 mm at 0.3%
FC90: high-resolution mode
CTDIvol 7.2 mGy
φ0.55 ±0.05 mm
Scan parameters 10 mm (with AIDR 3D)
FC30: standard mode
Scan parameters Phantom Catphan 412
(CTP263 module)
Tube voltage 120 kV
Tube current 300 mA
Scan time 0.5 s
Slice thickness 2 mm • CTDIvol (Volume CTDIw, Unit: mGy/100 mAs)
Scan field S (30 mm: zooming used) – Head mode: 15.8 mGy*
– Body mode: 6.9 mGy*
Phantom Toshiba standard
Z-direction 0.35 ±0.05 mm *: Measured on Standard Head and Body CTDI phantoms.
FC10: standard mode
Scan parameters
Tube voltage 120 kV
Tube current 50 mA
Scan time 0.5 s
Slice thickness 0.5 mm × 16
Helical pitch 11
Phantom Toshiba ladder phantom

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 SYSTEM COMPONENTS AND THEIR OPERATING FEATURES
FUNCTIONS Patient handling and positioning
Gantry • The couch top can be lowered to 312 mm*1, 2 from the
The scanner is composed of the gantry and the patient floor, making it easier to transfer the patient to and from
couch. The scanner uses a fan-shaped continuous X-ray a bed or stretcher.
beam to scan the region to be examined. Transmitted • Alignment lights are provided in the gantry aperture for
X-rays are detected and converted into electrical signals by fast and accurate patient positioning.
the PUREViSION detector. • High-precision couch-top positioning is possible from the
The gantry includes the main body and its support mecha- integrated console or by manual operation from the con-
nism. The X-ray tube and the PUREViSION detector are trol panel and clear digital readouts are provided on the
mounted facing each other on either side of the gantry gantry.
aperture, and the X-ray tube and detectors rotate continu- • The couch top can be pulled out manually in an emer-
ously around the aperture of the gantry. A slipring is gency.
employed to transmit power between the gantry and the
rotating X-ray high-voltage generator assembly. Scanning
Three-dimensional alignment lights are provided for setting • Toshiba's Scanoscope function provides a projection
slice positions. Gantry and patient couch operating con- image of the patient for high-precision advance planning
trols are provided on both sides of the front of the gantry of the slice positions.
housing. The patient guide display indicates the scan sta- • The longitudinal length of the scanning field for the
tus to the operator and the patient. The X-ray high-voltage scanogram can be adjusted up to 1,750 mm*1,
generator is built into the gantry, and the system employs 1,950 mm*3, 1,450 mm*2, 4. Because the image is recon-
a high-frequency inverter for generating and stabilizing the structed in real time, the scan can be aborted at any
high voltage supplied to the X-ray tube. The generator time. This minimizes the patient exposure dose.
includes electronic circuits for controlling the speed of the • The auto index function allows automatic incremental
rotating anode in the X-ray tube. Use of a high-frequency couch-top movement based on the slice positions deter-
inverter system results in high power output combined with mined through the scanogram.
excellent stability. In addition, the system is compact and • The eXam Plan function allows simple selection of pre-
light weight. programmed scanning parameters for routine examina-
tions, maximizing patient throughput.
Patient couch • The Vari-area function allows the user to pre-select a
The patient couch is positioned in front of the gantry and region of interest for zooming using raw data, permitting
supports the patient. The entire unit moves vertically and immediate post-scan analysis. Zooming using raw data
the top moves longitudinally. In an emergency, the couch yields higher resolution than enlarging an image that has
top can be pulled out manually with very little effort. The already been reconstructed.
couch top can also be lowered to a minimum height of • Dynamic and rapid sequence scan modes are provided.
312 mm*1, 2 from the floor, facilitating transfer of the patient • Multislice Helical Scan acquires raw data by rotating the
from a low bed or stretcher. X-ray tube continuously while moving the patient continu-
ously through the scanner. The volume data acquired
Console can be used to reconstruct slices at any desired axial
The console is provided with a hybrid keyboard, a monitor, positions. This scan mode is best used for rapid patient
and a mouse. scanning during a single breath-hold and for high-defini-
• Functions for scanning tion three-dimensional and MPR imaging.
– Selection of scan parameters • Real-time helical reconstruction mode makes it possible
– Scanoscope control to observe the images being scanned in real time at a
– Scan control maximum at 12 frames per second. This mode shows
– Remote control of couch-top movement any shift in the slice position in real time and helps the
• Functions for image processing operator to check the scan field on the image, the con-
– Window level and window width adjustment trast study timing, the presence of patient body motion,
– Other mouse-operated image processing functions etc. The patient can therefore be released immediately
after scanning.

*1: For the 205 kg (450 lb) long patient couch version
*2: For the 205 kg (450 lb) short patient couch version
*3: For the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version
*4: For the 300 kg (661 lb) short patient couch version
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• The SUREStart function allows the operator to start helical COMPLIANCE

scanning at the timing of maximum enhancement in con-
Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDC ACT 510)
trast studies. SUREStart monitors the scan from the start
Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR) 1010/1020/1040
of a contrast study at a certain slice position while meas-
uring the changes in CT number on the image being dis- Council Directive 93/42/EEC and subsequent amendments
played in real time. When the contrast reaches the
predefined threshold, helical scan automatically starts. IEC 60601-2-44: 2001+Amd.1: 2002
This technique ensures optimal contrast enhancement, IEC 60601-2-44: 2009
independent of individual differences in blood flow speed, IEC 60601-2-44: 2009+Amd.1*: 2012
and at the same time minimizes the dose of contrast IEC 60601-1: 1988+Amd.1: 1991+Amd.2: 1995
medium. IEC 60601-1: 2005
IEC 60601-1-1: 2000
Data processing IEC 60601-1-2: 2001+Amd.1: 2004
• A variety of reconstruction algorithms are available and IEC 60601-1-2: 2007
can be selected according to the anatomical region IEC 60601-1-3: 1994
examined and the clinical objective of the study. These IEC 60601-1-3: 2008
include algorithms for the abdomen, head, bone, lung, IEC 60601-1-4: 1996+Amd.1: 1999
small structures, soft tissues, etc. IEC 60601-1-6: 2006
IEC 60601-1-6: 2010
IEC 60601-2-28: 1993
Image display and processing
• Reconstructed images are automatically displayed IEC 60601-2-28: 2010
IEC 60601-2-32: 1994
according to the window settings preset in the eXam
IEC 60825-1: 2007
Plan.
IEC 62366: 2007
• The window save function allows the user to store an
IEC 62304: 2006
image with window settings different from the ones set in
NEMA XR25-2010
the eXam Plan.
NEMA XR26-2012 Access controls
• Filter parameters can be customized through simple on- *: EU only
screen menu selections. These parameters include the
number of filtering passes, matrix size, and filter coeffi-
cients.
DIMENSIONS AND MASS
• Images can be rotated and reversed either right/left, Dimensions W × L × H Mass
top/bottom, or black/white. Unit
mm (in) kg (lb)
• The Multi-frame feature allows up to 16 images to be
2,300 × 1,010 × 2,100 1,900
retrieved and displayed simultaneously on the screen. Gantry With covers
(90.6 × 39.8 × 82.7) (4,189)
• The three-dimensional image display function allows color
three-dimensional and real-time MPR images to be gen- Long patient 630 × 2,690 × 450 485
erated from the volumetric scan data acquired by helical couch version (24.8 × 105.9 × 17.7) (1.069)
scanning. 300 kg (661 lb)
660 × 2,890 × 470 700
Long patient
Image filming Patient couch version (26.0 × 113.8 × 18.5) (1,543)
• Filming of images can be performed manually or auto- couch Short patient 630 × 2,390 × 450 455
matically from the console. couch version (24.8 × 94.1 × 17.7) (1,003)
• Automatic filming sends an entire study to the laser cam-
era. Filming is performed in background mode so that 300 kg (661 lb)
660 × 2,390 × 470 655
other scanner and image processing functions can be Short patient
performed without interruption or delay. couch version (26.0 × 94.1 × 18.5) (1,444)
• When T-mode is used, related information items dis- 450 × 815 × 700 100
CPU-Box
played together with an image (surrounding the image, in (17.7 × 32.1 × 27.6) (221)
Console
a small font) are displayed in the footer area using a larg- 450 × 815 × 700 135
er font, permitting not only easier reading but also simpler REC-Box
(17.7 × 32.1 × 27.6) (298)
film management.
1,030* × 770 × 980 550*
Power distributor
Note: To use T-mode, the laser imager must support (40.6* × 30.3 × 38.6) (1,213)*
2048 pixels x 2404 pixels for a 1 x 1 frame.
*: Including the anchor plate.

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 SITING REQUIREMENTS Minimum area for installation
• For the long patient couch version: 27 m2 (29 m2)*1
Power requirements – CT room area: 21 m2 (23 m2)*1
• Phase: Three-phase
– Control room area: 6 m2
• Line voltage: 380, 400, 420, 440, 460, or
• For the short patient couch version: 25 m2
480 VAC*
– CT room area: 19 m2
• Frequency: 50 Hz or 60 Hz ±1 Hz
– Control room area: 6 m2
• Line capacity: 100 kVA
• Voltage fluctuation
Room layout example
due to load variation: Less than 5%
(For the 205 kg (450 lb) patient couch version)
• Power voltage
fluctuation: Less than 10%*

(1,120*)
1,420
*: The total voltage fluctuation due to load and power variation.

Grounding 1
Grounding must be provided in accordance with local

5,600 (5,000*)
regulations for medically used electrical equipment.

7,200 (6,600*)
Power distribution board 2

For 3-phase, 400 V

Ground resistance:

900
4
As per applicable
legal requirements.
NFB* 3
100 to 150 A
1,600

Unit: mm
Ground bar 3,830
Power
distributor 1 Gantry 3 Console
2 Patient couch 4 Power distributor

*: For the short patient couch version

*: Recommended breakers are the following models or equivalent.
NV125-SVU 3P 100A (Mitsubishi Electric)
NV125-SVU 3P 125A (Mitsubishi Electric)
(For the 300 kg (661 lb) patient couch version)
NV250-SVU 3P 125A (Mitsubishi Electric)
NV250-SVU 3P 150A (Mitsubishi Electric)

(1,120*)
1,620
Ambient conditions
Temperature Humidity Heat generation 1

Scan room
6,070 (5,070*)

Approx.
7,670 (6,670*)

Gantry 14,400 kJ/h *1

36,000 kJ/h *2 2

40% to 80% Approx.

20°C to 26°C
Patient couch Tolerance: ±2°C
No 1,080 kJ/h *1
condensation 1,800 kJ/h *3
900

Approx.
Power
6,400 kJ/h *3
distributor 2,800 kJ/h *1 3
1,600

Control room
Unit: mm
40% to 80% Approx. 3,830
Console 16°C to 28°C No 10,800 kJ/h *1
1 Gantry 3 Console
condensation
2 Patient couch 4 Power distributor

*1: When scanning is not performed. *: For the short patient couch version

*2: When scanning is performed continuously at maximum

rated output (system with MegaCoolTM tube).
*3: When scanning is performed continuously at the maximum
rated output of the system.

*1: For the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version
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Installation requirements Checks before bringing in the unit

• Check in advance the width of the corridor, the dimen-
Scan room sions of the entrance, and the dimensions and maximum
• Before installing the gantry, check the maximum permis- allowable load of the stairs and elevators to ensure that it
sible floor load. is possible to bring in the unit safely and without difficulty.
• The scanner emits radiation. X-ray shielding must be • Minimum external dimensions of the entrance used for
provided around the scan room and the entrance in bringing in the unit are as follows:
accordance with all local requirements and regulations. Width: 1,200 mm (47.3 in)
• The ceiling height should be at least 2,500 mm when a Height: 2,080 mm (81.9 in)
ceiling mounted contrast injector is installed. • The corners of corridors should be as illustrated below.
• Wiring pits and ducts are required for routing cables that • Elevator minimum load: 2,000 kg (4,400 lb)
connect the various installed units.

W >1,800 mm (70.9 in)

Control room W W
• An observation window is required for monitoring the
scan room. X-ray shielding of the window glass must be
provided in accordance with all local requirements and
regulations, and the bottom of the window frame should
be 900 mm from the floor.
• Wiring pits and ducts are required for routing cables that
connect the various units.
• The operator’s room should have entrances for access
to the corridor and the scan room.

Cable connections between units

Breaker box

Patient couch
23

23
Power
distributor Gantry
23 23

23

8
Console
(REC cabinet)
23
(Operator's room)
(Scan room)
Speakers Console
(CPU cabinet)

Unit: m

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OUTLINE DRAWINGS

Gantry and Patient Couch

2,300 1,010
(90.6) (39.8)

00
φ9 5.4)
(3
2,100
(82.7)
1,050
(41.3)

Gantry

Unit: mm (in)

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OUTLINE DRAWINGS

(24.8)
(18.5)
630
470
2,190 2,360
(86.2) (92.9)

423 1,865 2,690

(16.7) (73.4) (105.9)

644 (25.4)
STROKE
1,094
(43.1)
(17.7)
450
Patient Couch (for the 205 kg (450 lb) long patient couch version)

(18.5)

(24.8)
470

630

1,890 2,060
(74.4) (81.1)

423 1,565 2,390

(16.7) (61.6) (94.1)
644 (25.4)
STROKE
1,094
(43.1)
(17.7)
450

Patient Couch (for the 205 kg (450 lb) short patient couch version)

Unit: mm (in)

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OUTLINE DRAWINGS

(26.0)
(18.5)
660
470
2,390 2,460
(94.1) (96.9)

423 2,135 2,890

(16.7) (84.1) (113.8)

658 (25.9)
STROKE

(44.4)
1,128
(18.5)
470
Patient Couch (for the 300 kg (661 lb) long patient couch version)

(18.5)

(26.0)
470

660

1,890 1,960
(74.4) (77.2)

423 1,635 2,390

(16.7) (64.4) (94.1)
658 (25.9)
STROKE

(44.4)
1,128
(18.5)
470

Patient Couch (for the 300 kg (661 lb) short patient couch version)

Unit: mm (in)

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OUTLINE DRAWINGS

(32.1)
815
(27.6)
700

1,400
(55.1)
1,260*
(49.6)
(31.5)
800

(27.6)
(27.6)

700
700

450 450 815

(1.8)
45

(17.7) (17.7) (32.1)

*: The height of the monitor can be adjusted.

Console

Note: The console desk is not included in the standard configuration.

Some of the units shown in the photograph on the front page differ from those shown in the drawings above.

Unit: mm (in)

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OUTLINE DRAWINGS

900
(35.4)

(38.6)
980

Anchor plate

1,030 770
(40.6) (30.3)

Power Distributor

Unit: mm (in)

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