4-Acquiring An Image; Preparing For Image Acquisition - Kodak 2100 User Manual

Chapter 4
ACQUIRING AN IMAGE
This chapter describes the various tasks that you must perform for image acquisition. To acquire an
image, you can use conventional films or digital receptors.
If necessary, for example after a long inactivity period of the KODAK 2100 system, we recommend
to start with the tube seasoning procedure. For more information, see the Tube Seasoning
Procedure.

Preparing for Image Acquisition

To prepare for image acquisition, follow these steps:
1. Switch ON the unit.
The green ON/OFF button indicator lights up.
When you switch ON the unit, a self-test starts automatically. It checks the display. When the test
is completed, a short beep sounds. If an error occurs, an error code appears. For error messages,
see the Troubleshooting section.
2. Select the exposure mode (film or digital) by pressing and holding
seconds until the correct mode is displayed. The indicator lights up if you use a digital sensor
wherreas it is OFF if you use a film.
NOTE
Depending on your local regulations, you may disable this function. See the User
Mode section.
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3. Turn to select the exposure time.
For more information on exposure times, see Tables 3-1, 3-2, 3-3, and 3-4.
NOTE
- If you use a film or a storage phosphor plate, the exposure time ranges from 0.05
to 1.25 sec.
- If you use a digital sensor, the exposure time ranges from 0.010 to 0.063 sec.
The unit is now ready for acquisition.
IMPORTANT
The operator must instruct the patient to refrain from moving during the
entire exposure.
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