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User Guide

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KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager
with the
KODAK X-OMAT 2000 Processor
Health Imaging
EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY
June 2000

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    User Guide for the KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager with the KODAK X-OMAT 2000 Processor Health Imaging EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY June 2000...
  • Page 2 Eastman Kodak Company reserves the right to change this infor- mation without notice and makes no warranty, express or implied, with respect to this information. Kodak shall not be liable for any loss or damage, including consequential or special damages, resulting from the use of this information, even if loss or damage is caused by Kodak’s negligence or other fault.
  • Page 3 Vertical = 2,5 metres above the floor under the patient. Contact of patient and device simultaneously by caregiver not allowed. NO direct electrical connection between device and Patient Contact Equipment is allowed. AUTHORISED AGENT: Manager, Product Safety; Kodak AG; Hedelfingerstr. 54-56; 70327 Stuttgart, GERMANY.
  • Page 4 Personalet må ikke berøre enheden og patienten samtidigt. Der må IKKE forekomme direkte elektrisk forbindelse mellem enheden og patientlejet. AUTORISERET FORHANDLER: Manager, Product Safety; Kodak AG; Hedelfingerstr. 54-56; 70327 Stuttgart, TYSKLAND Deutsch Dieses Gerät ist kein medizinisches Gerät nach dem Standard EN 60 601-1 und darf sich daher nicht in der Umgebung des Patienten, die durch den Standard EN 60 601-1-1 fest- gelegt ist, befinden.
  • Page 5 INTERDICTION d'établir une connexion électrique directe entre le dispositif et l'équipe- ment en contact avec le patient. AUTORISATION: Directeur, Contrôle sécurité; Kodak AG; Hedelfingerstr. 54-56; 70327 Stuttgart, ALLEMAGNE. Italiano Questo dispositivo non è un'apparecchiatura medicale ai sensi di EN 60 601-1 e quindi non deve essere posta in prossimità...
  • Page 6 Não é permitido o contacto simultâneo entre o assistente, o paciente e o dispositivo. NÃO é permitida a ligação eléctrica directa entre o dispositivo e a equipa de contacto com o paciente. AGENTE AUTORIZADO: Gerente, Segurança do Produto; Kodak AG; Hedelfingerstr. 54-56; 70327 Stuttgart, ALEMANHA.
  • Page 7 Laite EI saa olla suorassa sähköisessä kosketuksessa potilaan kanssa kosketuksessa olevaan laitteistoon. VALTUUTETTU EDUSTAJA: Johtaja, Product Safety; Kodak AG; Hedelfingerstr. 54-56; 70327 Stuttgart, SAKSA. Svenska Denna enheten utgör ej medicinsk utrustning enligt EN 60 601-1 och får därför ej införas i patientnära miljö...
  • Page 9 Safety • • • • • • • • In this chapter Responsibility of the Manufacturer ....... 1-2 General Information ..........1-3...
  • Page 10 50 Hz, the 160 Laser Imager and the Medical Image Manager 200 were con- nected to the Power Kit/for KODAK PACS Link Medical Image Managers, Catalog No. 198 4160. Please refer to “Safety Standards and Regulatory Approvals” in the Site Specifications for the KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager, Publication No.
  • Page 11 Safety General Information DANGER: Read and understand all instruc- tions before using the KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager. Do not use the Laser Imager for direct patient contact. Do not use the Laser Imager within a 6 ft. radius of an immobilized patient.
  • Page 12 Safety BACK VIEW Uwaga: Niewidzialne promieniowanie Danger: Laser radiation when open laserowe po otwarciu i pokonaniu and interlocks defeated. Avoid zabezpieczen. Unikac wystawiania sie na bezposrednie dzialanie direct exposure to beam. promienia lasera. Achtung: Laserstrahlung bei geoffnetem Gerat und a b g e s h a l t e t e n Sicherheitsvorrichtungen.
  • Page 13 Do not use extension cords to power the Laser Imager. Connect the equipment to grounded outlets. Refer to the Site Specifications for the KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager, Publication No. 5E2235 for additional details. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy.
  • Page 14 Safety This device complies with the RFI requirements of EN55011, Class A. DATA PLATE LABEL H178_0063DCA EMC LABEL H178_0063DC 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 15 Laser Imager is a Class 1 device. To protect the user against electrical shock, this device com- plies with the ground requirements as specified in the KODAK EKSTASCAN Site Specifications for the 160 Laser Imager, Publication No. 5E2235. 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 16 Safety 5E2234 June 2000...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Overview • • • • • • • • In this chapter Product Description ..........2-2 System Configuration ........... 2-3 Single Input ............ 2-3 Multiple Input and Network......2-4 Using the Control Panel........2-5 Features ............2-8 Screen Types ..........2-10 Main Display Screen..........2-11 Using the “Setup Menu”...

  • Page 18: Product Description

    The Laser Imager can be used as a stand-alone unit (as illustrated above) or with direct docking to a KODAK X- OMAT 2000 Processor. The Laser Imager uses EIR-23 (blue- base) IR film in roomlight loadable 35 x 43 cm (14 x 17 in.) car-...

  • Page 19: System Configuration

    Imager in a Single Input configuration. In the Single Input configuration only one Imaging Device is connected to the KODAK PACS Link Medical Image Manager (MIM). Using either an internal digital or video interface the MIM acquires medical images from the Imaging Device.

  • Page 20: Multiple Input And Network

    H178_0016HC Modem Line (optional) The diagram above illustrates the Laser Imager docked to the KODAK X-OMAT 2000 Processor in a Multiple Input configuration and in a DICOM (Digital Imaging and Com- munications in Medicine) Network. The MIM can acquire DICOM medical images directly from the Imaging Device over the network or directly connected through a medical Imaging Device.

  • Page 21: Using The Control Panel

    Overview Using the Control Panel The Control Panel allows the user to enter commands and view the status of the Laser Imager. 160 Laser Imager Control Panel Main Display Screen MENU H178_0127BCA H178_0127BC 5E2234 June 2000...

  • Page 22: Indicator Functions

    Overview Indicator Functions ACCESS FILM SUPPLY ACCESS RECEIVE FILM ERROR MENU H178_0017GCA H178_0017GC 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 23 Overview Access The LED is on steady when the Receive Receive Magazine is safe to access. The illumina- tion of the Access Receive Indicator does not ensure safe access of the Film Sup- ply Cartridge. See the Access Supply Indicator. WARNING: DO NOT OPEN THE TOP COVER UNTIL THE ACCESS RECEIVE INDICATOR IS ILLUMINATED.

  • Page 24: Features

    Overview Features The Control Panel consists of an LCD display, four F1 through F4 Buttons, Menu Button, Buttons and four LED functions. LEDs Menu H178_0125ACA H178_0125AC The Button LEDs indicate whether the Button is enabled (illuminated) or disabled (not illuminated). Menu H178_0126AC The Menu Button allows you to select a menu option or...
  • Page 25 Overview Each time you press the Menu Button, with the cursor on an Exit Menu row, the previous screen appears. H178_0124AC The Up and Down Arrow Buttons allow you to scroll through items on the screen. Press the up “ ”...

  • Page 26: Screen Types

    Overview To move directly to a screen of your choice you have to program a function button to display to that screen: Navigate to the screen. Press and hold the function button for two seconds. When you hear one beep, the button is programmed. When you press the function key, the screen displays.

  • Page 27: Main Display Screen

    Overview Main Display Screen The Main Display Screen is displayed most of the time during normal operation. Ready Status Section Film Base Blue Film Receive Film Destination Command/Data Section H178_0006BCA H178_0006BC The screen is divided into two sections. The top section of the screen displays the Laser Imager Status and the bot- tom section of the screen is the Command and Data Sec- tion.
  • Page 28 Overview Status Section Initializing The Laser Imager is in the process of warming up. The Laser Imager is in the process of Printing printing films. The Laser Imager is also accepting commands and data from the MIM. Not Printing The Laser Imager has stopped printing films.
  • Page 29 Overview Command/Data Section In the bottom portion of the screen is the data and menu information. Data screen: the data displayed on the bottom of the screen will be preceded by “ ” indicating the pres- ence of more data, the down arrow Button will be active.

  • Page 30: Using The "Setup Menu" And "Configure Display"2-14

    Overview Using the “Setup Menu” and “Configure Display” Description The Setup Menu screen allows viewing actuation count, changing the number convention for the dec- imal point and adjusting the display screen contrast. Using the screen Press the “ ” to move the “>” Exit Menu.
  • Page 31 Operation • • • • • • • • In this chapter Start up and Shutdown ......... 3-2 System Start up ..........3-2 Laser Imager Startup Screen ......3-3 System Shutdown .......... 3-4 Loading Film ............3-5 Film Supply Cartridge........3-6 Accessing the Receive Magazine......

  • Page 32: Start Up And Shutdown

    Operation Start up and Shutdown System Start up 2000 Processor 160 Laser Imager Power Switch Power Switch H178_0130BCA H178_0130BC IMPORTANT: To avoid poor image quality, do not send images to the Laser Imager until the Processor has warmed up. The Processor takes approximately 30 minutes to warm up.

  • Page 33: Laser Imager Startup Screen

    Operation See the Service Manual for the KODAK PACS Link Medical Image Manager 200, Publication No. 2H7443, for more start up information. Laser Imager Startup Screen Initializing Offline ~xxx seconds remain H178_0122AC The Laser Imager initially displays this screen with the prompt “Initializing”...

  • Page 34: System Shutdown

    Operation System Shutdown Wait for all films to be printed. You can look at the MIM Print Screen to see the source, pages, total films, and status of the studies in the Print Queue. There are no films waiting to be printed if the Laser Imager state in the upper left-hand corner of the Display Screen is “Ready”.

  • Page 35: Loading Film

    Loading Film Film Types IMPORTANT: For film recommendations, consult your Kodak Sales Representative. The KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager uses KODAK EKTASCAN IR Laser Imaging Films. Each box contains 4 cartridges of 125 sheets each. IMPORTANT: The Film Supply Cartridge for the Laser Imager is packaged similar to the KODAK 969 Laser Imager.

  • Page 36: Film Supply Cartridge

    Operation Film Supply Cartridge WARNING: Do not open the Film Supply until the “Access Film Supply” Indicator is illumi- nated. Fogged film may result. Remove the Film Supply Cartridge from the box. From the Main Menu, select “Access Film Supply” and press the Menu Button.
  • Page 37 Operation Film Supply Cartridge Film Supply H178_0020HCB H178_0020HC Lift and rotate the Front Door Latch counterclockwise to pull open the Front Door. Remove the empty Film Supply Cartridge if present. Slide the cartridge into the Film Supply with the Bar Code down.

  • Page 38: Accessing The Receive Magazine

    Operation Accessing the Receive Magazine Top Cover Top Cover Latch Receive Magazine H178_0011GCB H178_0011GC WARNING: Do not open the Top Cover until the “Access Receive Magazine” Indicator is lit. Fogged film may result. From the Main Menu select “Access Receive” and press the Menu Button.
  • Page 39 Operation Remove the Receive Magazine by lifting the Handle and pulling toward you. In a darkroom pull down on the top of each Latch to open the Receive Magazine and remove the film. Engage each Latch to close the Receive Magazine. Place the Receive Magazine into the Magazine Slot and verify that the Magazine is securely in place.

  • Page 40: Store And Print Images

    Operation Store and Print Images See the User Guide for the KODAK PACS Link Medical Image Manager 200, Publication No. 5E9764, on how to store and print images. Changing the Film Destination Do the following to change the Film Destination from the Receive Magazine to the Processor, or from the Processor to the Receive Magazine.
  • Page 41 Operation Press the “ ” to move the “>” to “Change Destina- tion”. Pressing the Menu Button toggles the destina- tion. The Calibrate Printer menu item appears on the screen. Ready Processor Last calibrated on 13-Dec-1998 07:24 Exit Menu >Change Destination Calibrate Printer Use the “...

  • Page 42: Viewing The Laser Imager Actuation Count

    Operation Viewing the Laser Imager Actuation Count From the Main Display press the Menu Button. The Main Menu is displayed. Use the “ ” to move the “>” to “Setup Menu”. Ready Exit Menu Access Receive Access Supply Calibrate Printer >Setup Menu Film Destination Press the Menu Button.

  • Page 43: Changing The Decimal Point Convention

    Operation Changing the Decimal Point Convention To comply with local conventions, change the convention for the decimal point from a “.” to a “,”. For example 0.00 to 0,00. To change the convention, do the following: From the Main Display, press the Menu Button. The Main Menu is displayed.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Screen Contrast

    Operation Adjusting the Screen Contrast From the Main Display press the Menu Button. The Main Menu is displayed. Use the “ ” to move the “>” to “Setup Menu”. Press the Menu Button. The Setup Menu Screen is dis- played. Ready Exit Menu Access Receive...
  • Page 45 Calibration • • • • • • • • In this chapter Introduction ............4-2 When to Calibrate ..........4-3 Performing the Calibration ........4-4...
  • Page 46 Calibration Introduction Calibration is the method of ensuring consistent image appearance by compensating for variations in laser power, differences between film emulsions and other process variables. IMPORTANT: When the Laser Imager is docked to a 2000 Processor, separate calibration is required for the docked 2000 Processor and the Receive Magazine.

  • Page 47: When To Calibrate

    - for example, the processor chemistry, processor temperature or differ- ent processor Film Box Label - Emulsion Number Kodak Ektascan IR Laser Imaging Film 35 x 43 cm 4-125 Sht. Cartridges 561992 025 03...
  • Page 48 Calibration Performing the Calibration NOTE: This calibration procedure can be per- formed on a stand-alone Laser Imager or when docked to a 2000 Processor. From the Main Display, check the selected Film Des- tination. If it is not the desired destination, change the selected Film Destination.
  • Page 49 Calibration Use the “ ” to select Print Cal Film. Press the Menu Button. Ready Receive Magazine Last calibrated on 19-Jun-2000 14:24 Exit Menu >Print Cal Film Calibration Data The Printing Cal Film Screen is displayed. Printing Cal Film Receive Magazine Last calibrated on 19-Jun-2000 14:02 Exit Menu...
  • Page 50 Calibration Calibration Image 21-step 1 2 3 4 10-step H178_0038GC IMPORTANT: The 21-step density data on the Calibration Test Film can be used for process control. Measure the 10-step density data by using a Densitometer. Prepare the Densitometer for use. Measure the density at the center of each grey step on the Calibration Image.
  • Page 51 Calibration Use the “ ” to select “Calibration Data”. Press the Menu Button. The Calibration Data Screen is dis- played. Ready Receive Magazine Last calibrated on 13-Dec-1998 07:24 Exit Menu Print Cal Film > Calibration Data Use the “ ” to select “Density Values”. Press the Menu Button.
  • Page 52 Calibration Press the Menu Button at the density value to be changed. The cursor will flash, which will allow you to change the values. Use the “ ” or “ “ to change the value. Press the Menu Button to accept the change. Ready Density Step 1 >0.14 _...
  • Page 53 Troubleshooting • • • • • • • • In this chapter Overview............... 5-2 Clearing Film Jams ..........5-3 Clearing a Film Jam in the Laser Imager ..5-3 Clearing a Film Jam in the Processor .... 5-5 Replacing the Receive Magazine Latches.... 5-6 Error Codes and Messages ........

  • Page 54: Overview

    Troubleshooting Overview This chapter will provide suggestions for what to do if problems arise. After an overview of the path that the film takes through the Laser Imager, this chapter will give you guidance for clearing film jams. In order to clear film jams, you must open the Film Door of the Laser Imager.

  • Page 55: Clearing Film Jams

    Imager will stop printing. An Error Message will be dis- played on the Control Panel. Follow the instructions on Page to clear the error and return to normal operation. If the problem persists, record the error message number and call your Kodak Service Representative. 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 56 Troubleshooting Film Path of the Laser Imager Receive Magazine Film Path 2000 Processor Receive Magazine Processor Entrance Upper Film Path Picker Assembly Middle Film Path Film Supply Lower Film Path Exposure Optics Module Optics Door Latch H178_0134HCA Optics Module Door H178_0134HC WARNING: Do not open the Film Supply until the “Access Film Supply”...

  • Page 57: Clearing A Film Jam In The Processor

    Magazine for the next session. Close the Optics Door. Close the Top Cover and the Front Door. If the film jam persists, call your local Kodak Service Representative. Clearing a Film Jam in the Processor See the User Manual for the KODAK X-OMAT 2000 Processor, Publication Number 7C8770, for more infor- mation.

  • Page 58: Replacing The Receive Magazine Latches

    Troubleshooting Replacing the Receive Magazine Latches The 2 Receive Magazine Latches can be replaced. Con- tact your local Kodak Representative to order the Replacement Latch / for KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager Receive Magazine, Catalog Number 109-3004. Screwdriver H178_0133ACA Latch...

  • Page 59: Error Codes And Messages

    Troubleshooting Error Codes and Messages General Information During normal operation, the Laser Imager will provide feedback to the user. If an error occurs, the LCD displays an Error Message. See the Error Messages Table for a list of error messages and suggested action to clear these error messages.
  • Page 60 7280 - 7282 record the Error Mes- 7300 - 7302 sage number displayed 7343 - 7346 and call your Kodak Ser- 7351 vice Representative. 7394 - 7395 Press "Access Film 7040 - 7043 Mechanical Control Error Supply".
  • Page 61 Imager, see Chapter 4 “Calibration”. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Calibrate the Laser 7076 - 7077 Calibration Error Imager, see Chapter 4, 7320 “Calibration”.
  • Page 62 Imager. Turn on the Laser Imager. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7210 Connection Error Supply". Turn off the Laser Imager.
  • Page 63 Cartridge. See Chapter 3, “Film Supply Cartridge”. If the error is still present, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call you Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Install the new Film Sup- 7316 Cartridge Empty ply Cartridge. See Chap- ter 3, “Film Supply Cartridge”.
  • Page 64 “Clearing a Film Jam”. Close the Front Door. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7322 Film Jam at Cartridge Supply".
  • Page 65 Film Jam”. Close the Front Door. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7324 Film Jam at Transport Supply". Open Front Door.
  • Page 66 “Clearing a Film Jam”. Close the Optics Module Door. Close the Front Door. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-14 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 67 The top films in the car- tridge will be fogged. Turn on the Laser Imager. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-15 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 68 The top films in the car- tridge will be fogged. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7328 Service Override Switch Failure Supply".
  • Page 69 Check the Middle and Upper path and remove the film jam. Close the Front Door. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-17 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 70 Magazine for the next session. Install the Receive Magazine. Close the Top Cover. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-18 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 71 Entrance Roller. Close the Front Door If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7332 - 7337 Optics Error Supply". 7339 - 7342...
  • Page 72 Turn off the Laser Imager. Turn on the Laser Imager. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Press "Access Film 7347 Diagnostics Error Supply". 7348 Diagnostics Error Turn off the Laser Imager.
  • Page 73 Chapter 3, “Film Supply Cartridge”. If the error is still present, record the Error Message number dis- played and call you Kodak Service Representative. 7381 The film cartridge is nearly empty There will be a warning when there are less than 10 films left in the cartridge.
  • Page 74 If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. Check that the Top Cover 7393 Top Cover Open is completely closed. If the above actions do...
  • Page 75 Close the Front Door. The top films in the car- tridge will be fogged. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-23 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 76 The top films in the car- tridge will be fogged. Turn on the Laser Imager. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-24 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 77 Close the Front Door. The top films in the car- tridge will be fogged. If the above actions do not solve the problem, record the Error Mes- sage number displayed and call your Kodak Ser- vice Representative. 5-25 5E2234 June 2000...

  • Page 78: Error Recovery

    Troubleshooting Error Recovery The Error Recovery Screen appears when the Laser Imager detects an error. The screen that is currently dis- played is suspended. You will be able to view the error message(s). Error Recovery Screen Not Printing ***ERROR 7900*** 07-APR-2000 08:19:47 Trouble Opening the Film Cartridge...

  • Page 79: Preventive Maintenance

    Troubleshooting Preventive Maintenance Cleaning the 160 Laser Imager WARNING: Use caution around openings and electrical connections. When soil is removed, wipe external surfaces dry with clean soft cloth. Do the following to clean the Laser Imager: Turn off the Laser Imager and disconnect the Power Cord.

  • Page 80: Replacing The Air Filter

    Open the Front Door of the 160 Laser Imager. Open the Optics Module Door. Remove the Air Filter and replace if necessary. Contact Kodak Distribution to order a new Air Filter/ for KODAK EKTASCAN 160 Laser Imager Catalog Number 116-1272.

  • Page 81: Streaks On The Film

    Troubleshooting Streaks on the Film Streaks can be caused by debris on the Processor Roll- ers. This can occur when the system is inactive. To elimi- nate the streaks, run 3 films to the Processor before normal operation. IMPORTANT: Do not use this film for calibrating the Laser Imager.
  • Page 82 Troubleshooting 5-30 5E2234 June 2000...
  • Page 83 Glossary • • • • • • • • 100BaseT 100 MHz/baseband/twisted pair. IEEE standard for 24 gauge, unshielded twisted pair Ethernet. Calibration A process of adapting the Laser Imager to compensate for vari- ations in the laser power, the film and processing conditions in order to produce consistent image quality.
  • Page 84 Glossary Menu A list of related options that you select to perform an action. KODAK Medical Image Manager Option A function that is listed on a menu that performs a certain action. Symbol, text or questions which asks/allows a user to enter a Prompt command or response.

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