1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Kodak Manuals
  4. All in One Printer
  5. Kodak DryView 8600
  6. User manual

Kodak DryView 8600 User Manual

Laser imaging system / for mammography
Hide thumbs Also See for DryView 8600:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
7 X 9 inside cover
Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imaging System /
for Mammography
User Guide
8186546
74-0401-6533-9

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Kodak DryView 8600

Summary of Contents for Kodak DryView 8600

  • Page 1 7 X 9 inside cover Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imaging System / for Mammography User Guide 8186546 74-0401-6533-9...

  • Page 2: Classification, Warnings, And Cautions

    Classification, Warnings, and Cautions Classification, Warnings, and Cautions for DryView 8600 Laser Imager Read and understand all instructions before using. Classifications UL Classified File Number E163816 Control Number 48VF Medical Equipment UL 2601-1 CAN/CSA No. 601.1 Classified by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. With Respect to Electric Shock, Fire, Casualty and Medical Hazards only in Accordance with UL 2601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.
  • Page 3 DryView 8600 User Guide Classification, Warnings, and Cautions for DryView 8600 Laser Imager (continued) Avoid touching the developer drum when removing film jams from the imager. The developer drum may become hot during extended imager operation. CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 4 This equipment is intended to connect to other medical devices. Installation and service maintenance are to be performed only by qualified service personnel. The Kodak PACS Link 9410 Acquisition System must be installed no closer than 1.8 meters from a patient bed or chair.
  • Page 5 DryView 8600 User Guide Classification, Warnings, and Cautions for DryView 8600 Laser Imager (continued) Type B Applied Part 8186546 2000 March Rev. B...

  • Page 6: Safety, Emc, And Ce Marking Compliance

    Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance Agency Approvals This equipment has been tested for and complies with the following Safety and Emission Standards. Certificates of Compliance and Declarations of Conformity have been issued for the following areas: Australia/New Zealand: AS/NZS 3548:1992 AS 2211-1991...
  • Page 7 DryView 8600 User Guide Japan: CISPR Group 1 Class B USA: 47CFR15B Class B (Conducted and Emitted EMI/RFI Specs) FDA: 21CFR CH-1. SCH-J. Part 1040 (Performance Standards for Light Emitting Products) UL 2601-1 (Medical and Dental Equipment) IEC 601-1 (Medical Device Safety)
  • Page 8 Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance FCC: This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device listed in Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 9 DryView 8600 User Guide BLANK PAGE 8186546 1999 June Rev. A viii...

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Eastman Kodak Company reserves the right to change this information 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 11 DryView 8600 User Guide Description Page Section 3 – Operation ......
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Description Page Section 6 – Specifications ......Dimensions ........Electrical .
  • Page 13 DryView 8600 User Guide BLANK PAGE 8186546 1999 June Rev. A...

  • Page 14: Section 1 - Introduction

    Introduction The Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imaging System / for Mammography The Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imager / for Mammography is a continuous tone laser imager with an integrated photothermographic film developer. The imager produces high-quality monochrome images, using an optical laser scanning system, a data control system that manages external data flow, and a film developer.

  • Page 15: How The Dryview 8600 Laser Imager Works

    DryView 8600 User Guide How the DryView 8600 Laser Imager Works Each time it receives a print command, the imager prints an image using the following sequence. Note The circled numbers in Figure 1-2 match the sequence steps. Dashed lines show the film path.

  • Page 16: Automatic Image Quality Control

    The imager reactivates from Energy Saver mode. Note If the Energy Saver mode is activated, the DryView 8600 Laser Imager shuts down its heaters and motors after 3 hours of inactivity. Any button pressed reactivates the imager to automatically warm up to operating temperature.

  • Page 17: Important Notice To Purchaser

    DryView 8600 User Guide IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PURCHASER Kodak warrants that the Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imager will be free from defects in parts, material and manufacture for the period of one (1) year from the date of installation. For defects occurring during the warranty period and about which Kodak has received notice during the warranty period, Kodak will provide Buyer with free replacement parts and labor to replace warranty-covered items.

  • Page 18: Section 2 - Controls And Indicators

    5. Manual Film Tray Release button – Allows the film tray to be removed without the DryView 8600 Imager being powered on. Insert the film saver before using this button or the film will be exposed.

  • Page 19: Local Panel Controls And Indicators

    Figure 2-2. 1. Display – Uses a two-line, alphanumeric display to provide status, setup, and test information on the DryView 8600 Imager. 2. A and B Setup (buttons) – Select one of the two input modules for parameter setup or changes. (B Setup is not currently used.) 3.

  • Page 20: (Optional) Remote Keypad Controls And Indicators

    Section 2 – Controls and Indicators (Optional) Remote Keypad Controls and Indicators The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 2-3. 1. Imager Ready (indicator) – When illuminated, indicates that the imager is operational. 2. Check Imager (indicator) – Flashes to indicate a fault or out of film condition. An associated error message is displayed on the local panel.

  • Page 21: System Setup

    Images Acquired indicator decrements. System Setup The DryView 8600 Laser Imager provides setup menus that configure and adjust the default settings (parameters) that control functions such as printing or image density. Default settings are the values that are loaded when you switch on the imager.

  • Page 22: General Setup Menus

    Section 2 – Controls and Indicators If the DryView 8600 Laser Imager is being used in a DICOM network, the Density, Contrast, Print Contrast Samples, Sharp/Smooth, Gamma Table, Image Size, and Detector Size parameters can be changed only at the modality or in the PACS Link 9410 Acquisition System.

  • Page 23: Menu Buttons

    DryView 8600 User Guide Menu Buttons Use the following buttons to access and change parameter menus (see Figure 2-4): 1. A Setup (button) or B Setup (button) – Selects an input menu for setup. (B Setup is not used in DICOM network installations.) 2.

  • Page 24: Menu Format

    Section 2 – Controls and Indicators Menu Format Parameter menus display information about the menu and the parameter. The first menu for each parameter: Tells you the menu number Identifies the parameter Lists the current value for the parameter Identifies the current input module selected Provides information about changing the parameter and continuing to the next menu.

  • Page 25: Menu Change Procedure

    DryView 8600 User Guide Menu Change Procedure To change an individual parameter: 1. Select an input module by pressing either the A Setup or B Setup button. (B Setup is not currently used.) 2. Access the parameter menu by using the Down or Up Arrow buttons to scroll through the list.

  • Page 26: Parameter Menu Table

    Section 2 – Controls and Indicators Parameter Menu Table Table 2-1. Parameter Menus Parameter Menu Description Audible Alerts – Provides a one beep indication at the keypad for each successful image acquisition. – Provides three short beeps at the keypad to alert the operator that image acquisition has failed.
  • Page 27 DryView 8600 User Guide Parameter Menu Description Contrast Controls the amount of contrast in an image. Contrast is the difference between the lighter and darker areas of an image. Range: 1 to 12 Use the contrast samples to choose the best value and enter the number for that value.
  • Page 28 (1) transmittance or (2) linear optical density. The DryView 8600 creates the two sets of 16 gamma tables each time it self-calibrates. The gamma tables are used by the DryView 8600 in conjunction with the current contrast setting to provide grayscale optimization.
  • Page 29 DryView 8600 User Guide Parameter Menu Description Mode Allows setting printing mode to Landscape or Portrait. Number of Copies Changes the number of copies printed. Range: 1 to 99 (This parameter applies only to the optional keypad.) Perform Calibration Prints a calibration step wedge using current settings, then calibrates the densitometer.
  • Page 30 Section 2 – Controls and Indicators Parameter Menu Description Print Contrast Samples Prints contrast samples (uses the last acquired image for the sample and current density). To print samples, press Enter. During printing, print progress is indicated. If no fault appears during printing, returns to the Print Contrast Samples menu.
  • Page 31 DryView 8600 User Guide BLANK PAGE 8186546 1999 June Rev. A 2-14...

  • Page 32: Section 3 - Operation

    Section 3 – Operation Operation System Power Up Set the imager power switch to ON. The following sequence occurs: 1. The imager performs a series of self-diagnostic tests. 2. If the power-on self-test is successful, the machine warms up for about 25 minutes.

  • Page 33: Producing A Print From A Host Modality

    DryView 8600 User Guide Producing a Print from a Host Modality After warmup and calibration, the DryView 8600 Laser Imager is ready to print. Print commands are issued and controlled from the digital host modality. Producing a Print Using the Optional Keypad...
  • Page 34 Section 3 – Operation Note To delete images in reverse order, starting with the most recently acquired image, press the Erase button (7). The Images Acquired (5) indicator decrements as the images are deleted. Figure 3-2. Optional Keypad 2000 March Rev. B 8186546...
  • Page 35 DryView 8600 User Guide 6. To print the images acquired at any time, press the Print button (8). Any blank image locations are printed at background density. Note If Autoprint is ON, images also print when the number in the Images Acquired indicator (5) equals the number in the Format Selected indicator (3).
  • Page 36 Section 3 – Operation Figure 3-3. Optional Keypad 2000 March Rev. B 8186546...

  • Page 37: Requesting Contrast Samples And Changing The Contrast Setting

    You must select the procedure to print contrast samples for the modality that you are using. Note If the DryView 8600 is being used in a DICOM network, the following procedures to request contrast samples and adjust contrast do not apply. Digital Modality with Host Control...

  • Page 38: Digital Modality With Remote Keypad

    1. On the modality, select and display the image you want to use for printing contrast samples. 2. On the DryView 8600 remote keypad, select a format other than 1. (For example, use 2, 4, or 6.) 3. Press Acquire on the keypad.

  • Page 39: Loading/Unloading The Film Tray

    6. Remove the tear strip from the black plastic bag. 7. Slide the tray back into the imager slot. 8. To remove the black plastic bag so the imager can access the Kodak DryView Mammography Laser Imaging Film, pull the black plastic bag tail firmly and smoothly.
  • Page 40 Section 3 – Operation Figure 3-5. Loading/Unloading Film 2000 March Rev. B 8186546...
  • Page 41 DryView 8600 User Guide BLANK PAGE 8186546 2000 March Rev.B 3-10...

  • Page 42: Section 4 - Quality Control Procedures

    Automatic Image Quality Control and the QC Process The Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imager / for Mammography has a built-in Automatic Image Quality Control (AIQC) system that automatically compensates for film lot variations, ensuring consistent print densities.
  • Page 43 DryView 8600 User Guide Procedure for the Installing Field Engineer – The installing field engineer verifies that the 8600 meets its performance specifications, runs the baseline test described below, and prints a clinical image of the site’s choice. The site’s responsible healthcare professional is asked to approve that the 8600 produces an acceptable clinical image.
  • Page 44 Section 4 – Quality Control Procedures d. Record the numeric values of DD, MD and Base Plus Fog on the center lines of the Laser imager QC Chart. (See Figure 4-2.) Record also the step numbers involved. Figure 4-1. QC Step Wedge 2000 March Rev.
  • Page 45 DryView 8600 User Guide Density Difference HD Step #___ –HD Step #___ Medium Density Step #___ Base Plus Fog Figure 4-2. Quality Control Chart 8186546 2000 March Rev. B...

  • Page 46: Running A Daily Qc Test

    The MQSA requires that a sensitometric test be run daily and that clinical images be made only when the control chart is within the control ranges. Kodak recommends the following laser imager test. Perform this test daily before clinical mammograms are run, to ensure quality output.
  • Page 47 DryView 8600 User Guide BLANK PAGE 8186546 2000 March Rev. B...

  • Page 48: Section 5 - Troubleshooting

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Section 5 – Troubleshooting Local Panel and Remote Keypad Message Types The local panel displays two types of messages: Status Messages – Provide information and require no operator action. Error Messages – Indicate an error condition inside the imager. Some messages tell you what action to take to fix the error, but in some cases a service call is needed to deal with a problem.
  • Page 49 DryView 8600 User Guide Message Operator Action Power the imager off, wait 10-20 A TO D CONVERTER FAILURE (88) seconds, then power back on. If POWER IMAGER OFF, THEN BACK ON message reappears, call for service. Press Enter. Then stand by while...
  • Page 50 Section 5 – Troubleshooting Message Operator Action Power imager off, wait 10-20 seconds, FLASH EPROM FAILURE (75) then power back on. If message CALL SERVICE – PRESS ENTER TO reappears, call for service. CONTINUE Power imager off, wait 10-20 seconds, GALVANOMETER FAILURE (45) then power back on.
  • Page 51 DryView 8600 User Guide Message Operator Action Press Enter to continue. INPUT A (B) PROGRAM MEMORY FULL PRESS ENTER TO CONTINUE Power imager off, wait 10-20 seconds, INPUT A (B) SYNC FAILURE (39) then power back on. If message reappears, call for service.
  • Page 52 Section 5 – Troubleshooting Message Operator Action Power imager off, wait 10-20 seconds, NON-VOLATILE RAM FAILURE (97) then power back on. If message CALL SERVICE – PRESS ENTER TO reappears, call for service. CONTINUE Power imager off, wait 10-20 seconds, NO RESPONSE FROM KEYPAD A (B) (78) then power back on.
  • Page 53 DryView 8600 User Guide Message Operator Action Film stopped in the developer area. REMOVE MISFEED FROM DEVELOPER AREA Check for blockage of film path from (27) developer. Insert film saver. Raise cover INSERT FILM SAVER TO REMOVE FILM TRAY and open the developer cover. Remove the film sheet and close the developer cover.

  • Page 54: Clearing Film Jams - General

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Clearing Film Jams – General The film jam areas referred to in local display error messages are shown in Figure 5-1. A is the film tray area, where film misfeeds can possibly occur. B and C identify the rollers on either side of the exposure area. D and E identify the developer and film exit areas.

  • Page 55: Inserting The Film Saver And Removing The Film Tray

    DryView 8600 User Guide Inserting the Film Saver and Removing the Film Tray 1. Insert the film saver and remove the film tray as shown in Figure 5-2. 2. If the film tray does not pull out, use a pen or pencil to push the tray release button located on the left side of the film tray.

  • Page 56: Clearing Jams From The Film Tray Area

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Clearing Jams from the Film Tray Area 1. Check to see if a jam has occurred in the film tray, or film is partially protruding from the tray. 2. Check inside the tray opening of the machine for jammed film. 3.

  • Page 57: Clearing Jams From The Exposure Area

    DryView 8600 User Guide Clearing Jams from the Exposure Area With the top cover open, allow time for the developer to cool. Visually check for a film jam in the interior of the machine. 1. Lift the wire guide for access to film in the bottom of the machine. See Figure 5-5.

  • Page 58: Clearing Jams From The Developer And Exit Areas

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Clearing Jams from the Developer and Exit Areas Safety Precautions Take care working around the developer area. The developer drum is hot during normal system operation. When the machine top cover is raised, power is disconnected from the drum and it begins to cool down. However, up to an hour may elapse before the drum is cool.

  • Page 59: Clearing The Developer Or Exit Jam

    DryView 8600 User Guide Clearing the Developer or Exit Jam 1. Open the top cover and unlatch the developer assembly cover (see Figure 5-6). 2. Open the developer assembly cover and allow time for the developer to cool. 3. Pull to remove any jammed film. (Caution: The film may still be hot.) To aid in removing the film, you may rotate the drum by turning the gear on the left side of the drum.

  • Page 60: System Tests

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting System Tests Use the test menus to test DryView 8600 Laser Imager operation. Note While running system tests, you cannot acquire and print images. You can run the following tests on the imager: 1. QC Step Wedge – Prints a QC step wedge for use in the daily quality control process (see Section 4).

  • Page 61: Menu Buttons

    DryView 8600 User Guide Menu Buttons Use the following buttons to access, start, and exit test menus: 1. Test Button – Accesses test menus. 2. Down Arrow Button – Scrolls to the next test. From the last test, scrolls to the first test.

  • Page 62: Print Qc Step Wedge

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Print QC Step Wedge To print a QC step wedge: 1. Access the QC Step Wedge menu by pressing Test 2. Initiate the test print by pressing Enter If the step wedge prints successfully, the Print QC Step Wedge menu is again displayed.

  • Page 63: Keypad Test

    DryView 8600 User Guide Keypad Test Before you can run a keypad test, a remote keypad must be attached to the imager. To run a keypad test for one of the input modules : 1. From the Print SMPTE Pattern display, press to access the Keypad Test menu.

  • Page 64: Display Software Versions

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Display Software Versions The imager contains the following types of software. Imager Firmware VRTX32 Contrast Tables Convolution Kernel If you need to check the version of one of these software programs, access the software versions as follows: 1.

  • Page 65: Display System Configuration

    DryView 8600 User Guide Display System Configuration This parameter allows the system configuration values to be displayed. The configuration values appear in the order listed below: DRAM See page 5-19 Contrast Tables See page 5-19 Density See page 5-19 Convolution...

  • Page 66: Configuration Menu Table

    Section 5 – Troubleshooting Configuration Menu Table Table 5-2. Configuration Menus Configuration Menu Description DRAM (Memory) Displays current DRAM configuration. The DRAM display shows how the image memory is configured between the two input modules. Example: A: 64.00 B: 0 CONTRAST TABLES Shows the contrast table selected for each input.

  • Page 67: Calling For Support

    Before you call for Service, have the following information ready: Model Number: 8600 Serial Number: (For serial number location, see page iv.) Phone for Service (U.S.): 1-800-328-7754, Option 1 Note For general information about Kodak Health Imaging Products, call 1-800-328-2910, Option 3. 8186546 2000 March Rev. B 5-20...

  • Page 68: Section 6- Specifications

    Section 6 – Specifications Section 6– Specifications Dimensions Height: 46 cm (18 in.) Width: 46 cm (18 in.) Depth: 66 cm (26 in.) Weight: 56 Kg (124 lb) Electrical Phase: Single 100 - 240 VAC "10% Voltage: 50 - 60 Hz "3 Hz Power 800 Watts maximum Operating Environment...

  • Page 69: Control Interfaces

    See “Agency Approvals” in the Safety, EMC, and CE Marking paragraph at the beginnnng of this manual. Restrictions The Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imager/ for Mammography cannot be used in the presence of flammable anesthetic gas mixtures. Only factory trained personnel are authorized to install and service the DryView 8600.

  • Page 70: Section 7 - Technical Information

    Transfer Function (STF) of square wave modulated bar patterns (on–off–on, etc.) of various spatial frequencies. The STF was calculated for the Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imaging System using the equation STF = (Dmax – Dmin)/(Dmax + Dmin), where Dmax is the maximum density of the bars and Dmin is the minimum density between the bars.

  • Page 71: Automatic Image Quality Control

    Exposed and Processed in DryView 8600 Laser Imager Automatic Image Quality Control Kodak DryView Mammography Laser Imaging Film is system-matched for use with Kodak’s unique Automatic Image Quality Control technology. This technology, which is a standard feature of DryView Laser Imaging Systems, is designed to ensure that contrast, density, and other image quality parameters meet preset user preferences, package-to-package, lot-to-lot.

  • Page 72: Less Impact On The Environment

    Section 7 – Technical Information Less Impact on the Environment Disposal regulations and procedures for “wet” processing chemistry are time-consuming and expensive. And even with the most exacting procedures, the potential to discharge hazardous materials into the environment exists. Tests show that DryView Mammography Laser Imaging Film is not considered hazardous to the environment.

  • Page 73: Storage And Handling Of Undeveloped Film

    DryView 8600 User Guide Storage and Handling of Undeveloped Film As with other laser imaging films, to achieve consistent results 77°F 25°C up to the expiration date indicated on the film package, 41°F 5°C DryView Mammography Laser Imaging Film must be stored in a cool, dry place (41°F/5°C to 77°F/25°C) and protected from...

  • Page 74: Archivability Of Developed Film

    Section 7 – Technical Information Archivability of Developed Film DryView Mammography Laser Imaging Film is fully archivable for more than 100 years when stored at American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recommended storage conditions (77°F/25°C). Developed films may be stored at higher temperatures, but that may affect archivability.

  • Page 75: Film Recycling

    But it does contain silver and polyester that may be recovered by using one of several recycling processes. If you are interested in recycling and silver recovery, Kodak can provide your local recyclers with the information they need to get started. In some countries, Kodak has established national contracts with recycling firms.
  • Page 76 Kodak DryView 8600 Laser Imaging System / for Mammography – Operator Training Guidelines The field engineer will cover the following information with the operator upon completion of the hardware installation: (All references are to the User Guide.) Product Overview (Section 1) Identify system capabilities and special features: - A.
  • Page 77 - A. Not hazardous according to EPA standards - B. No special disposal procedures - C. Silver and polyester may be recovered I feel that the field engineer has covered all relevant information relating to the DryView 8600 Laser Imager. DATE...

Table of Contents