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Kodak DryView 8100 User Manual

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Kodak DryView 8100 Laser Imager
User Guide
8754020
96-0000-0197-2
3/00 Rev. B

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  • Page 1 7 X 9 inside cover Kodak DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide 8754020 96-0000-0197-2 3/00 Rev. B...
  • Page 2 For a translation of the following warnings, please refer to the applicable safety addendum listed below: DryView 8100 Imager User Guide Safety Addendum (Polish) 74-0500-5507-3 DryView 8100 Imager User Guide Safety Addendum (Hebrew) 74-0500-5508-1 DryView 8100 Imager User Guide Safety Addendum (Korean) 74-0500-5509-9...
  • Page 3 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Read and understand all instructions before using. CAUTION Do not use in the presence of flammable anesthetics, oxygen or nitrous oxide. This equipment does not have a gas sealed electronics enclosure and could ignite any flammable or explosive gases present in its environment.
  • Page 4 Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance Read and understand all instructions before using. CAUTION General External Cleaning: This equipment may be cleaned with a damp cloth using water with mild detergent, or commercial electronic equipment cleaner. 8100–38L 2000 March Rev. B 8754020...
  • Page 5 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Read and understand all instructions before using. DANGER The equipment employs a 50 milliwatt laser. Laser radiation may be present when the machine operates without the rear cover installed. Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein, may result in eye damage.
  • Page 6 Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance Read and understand all instructions before using. 2000 March Rev. B 8754020...
  • Page 7 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide 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 as shown below. Safety: Canada: C22.2 NO 950-95–CAN/CSA Safety for Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment C22.2 NO 601.1–M90–CAN/CSA Medical Electrical Equipment –...
  • Page 8 Safety, EMC, and CE Marking Compliance EMC: Canada: CAN/CSA–C108.6–M91 Class A: Limits and Methods of Measurement of Electromagnetic Disturbance Characteristics of Industrial, Scientific and Medical (ISM) Radio–Frequency Equipment Europe: EN55022 (CISPR 22) Class B Group 1: Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Interference Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment EN61000–3–2 (IEC 1000–3–2): Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) –...
  • Page 9 93/42/EEC Council Directive Concerning Medical Devices CE Marking: Documents concerning the conformance of this product to Council Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 concerning Medical Devices can be obtained from the Eastman Kodak Health Imaging Systems European Representative at: Kodak AG Quality Services Product Safety...

  • 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: Description Page

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Description Page Producing a Calibration Test Print ....Operating in Manual Mode ......
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Description Page Removing Film Jams from Area 5 ....5-16 Manually Closing the Film Cartridge ....5-17 Calling for Support .
  • Page 13 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide BLANK PAGE 8754020 2000 March Rev. B...

  • Page 14: Introduction

    DICOM medical image network via the PACS Link 9410 Acquisition System. The DryView 8100 Laser Imager uses 14 inch x 17 inch (35 cm x 43 cm) DryView Laser Imaging Film, which is packaged in 125-sheet Kodak Instant Daylight Load Film Cartridges.

  • Page 15: System Configurations

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide System Configurations The DryView 8100 Laser Imager can be used in two system configurations. The key features of these are described below. DryView 8100 Laser Imager The imager connects directly to up to three image source devices. (The standard unit has one input, but it can be upgraded for additional inputs.)

  • Page 16: Keypad Features

    Introduction Keypad Features The table below lists the features provided by the DryView V2 Keypad. DryView Feature V2 Keypad Format Select Yes* Multiple Copies Setting Sequential Image Acquire Random Image Acquire Sequential Image Erase Random Image Erase Move Acquired Image Print Stop Print Density or Dmax Setting...

  • Page 17: How The Dryview 8100 Laser Imager Works

    The imager adjusts these parameters each time it prints a calibration film. A calibration film is printed whenever: The DryView 8100 Laser imager is powered on. A calibration film is requested from the Local Panel.
  • Page 18 Introduction Receive Tray Film Processor Drum Transport Rollers Densitometer Vertical Transport Area Film Supply Cartridge Suction Platen Cups Rollers Film Feed Rollers Laser Beam Exposure Module 8100–49C Figure 1-2. Print Sequence 2000 March Rev. B 8754020...

  • Page 19: How This Manual Is Organized

    Section 5 includes system troubleshooting procedures. Section 6 provides system specifications. Section 7 includes technical information about DryView 8100 Laser Imaging Film. 8754020 2000 March Rev. B...

  • Page 20: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators Main Cabinet Controls and Indicators This section describes the operator controls on the DryView 8100 Laser Imager cabinet, focusing on the Local Panel. For keypad functions, refer to Section 4. The numbered descriptions below correspond to the circled numbers in Figure 2-1.

  • Page 21: Local Panel Functions

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Local Panel Functions This paragraph describes the controls and indicators on the Local Panel. Use of these controls is covered in Section 3. Display window messages are explained in Section 6. 1. Power Light – Indicates that the imager is powered up.
  • Page 22 Controls and Indicators Figure 2-2. Local Panel Controls 9. Backlight Key – When system power is applied, the message display backlight turns on and the Ready, Attention, and Alarm lights are enabled for use. Press the Backlight key once to turn off the backlight. Press the Backlight key a second time to disable the Ready, Attention, and Alarm lights.
  • Page 23 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User 10. Open Door Key – Press momentarily to open the front door. The film cartridge first closes to prevent exposing the film. Then the front door is unlatched. If a film jam at the cartridge prevents the cartridge from closing, error message P138 (Press Open 5S) will display.

  • Page 24: Operation And Maintenance

    Operation and Maintenance Operation and Maintenance System Power Up 1. Set the imager Power Switch to ON. (The Local Panel Power light will turn on.) The imager performs a series of self-diagnostic tests and begins a warmup cycle. (The time required for warmup varies based on how long the imager has been turned off.

  • Page 25: Methods For Acquiring And Printing Images

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Methods for Acquiring and Printing Images The basic operator functions required to acquire and print images on film are the following: 1. Selecting the number of copies to print. 2. Selecting the format (order) in which the images will be printed on film.

  • Page 26: Adjusting Density From The Local Panel

    Operation and Maintenance Adjusting Density from the Local Panel Note If your system includes the DryView V2 Keypad, do not use this Local Panel procedure. Use the keypad procedure described in Section 4. Values set at the keypad will override any values set in the Local Panel. 1.

  • Page 27: Adjusting Contrast From The Local Panel

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Adjusting Contrast from the Local Panel Note If your system includes the DryView V2 Keypad, do not use this Local Panel procedure. Use the keypad procedure described in Section 4. Values set at the keypad will override any values set in the Local Panel.

  • Page 28: Operating In Manual Mode

    Operation and Maintenance Operating in Manual Mode The calibration sheets produced by the imager (and the density patch at the top of each film) are products of the Automatic Image Quality Control (AIQC) system. This system ensures that density, contrast and other image quality parameters are constantly fine-tuned to produce high quality images.

  • Page 29: Opening The Front Door Via The Local Panel

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Opening the Front Door Via the Local Panel During normal machine operation, you will occasionally need to open the front door (with power applied) to load and unload film cartridges, or to change the charcoal filter.

  • Page 30: Opening The Front Door Manually

    Operation and Maintenance Opening the Front Door Manually When power is not applied to the imager, you will of course will not be able to open the front door via the Local Panel. Use the following “manual” procedure to open the door.

  • Page 31: Opening And Closing The Upper Hood

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Opening and Closing the Upper Hood If a film should jam in the developer area, you will have to lift the upper hood to clear the jam. Open the upper hood as follows: 1. Grasp the hood at the recessed slot below the Local Panel (see View A in Figure Figure 3-5).
  • Page 32 Operation and Maintenance Hood Prop Rod Grasp Hood Here View A View B Figure 3-5. Opening and Closing the Upper Hood 2000 March Rev. B 8754020...

  • Page 33: Loading/Unloading Film

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Loading/Unloading Film 1. To access the film cartridge, press the Open Door key on the Local Panel. This will close the film cartridge cover and then unlock the front door. 2. Open the front door to access the film cartridge.

  • Page 34: Replacing The Charcoal Filter

    Operation and Maintenance Replacing the Charcoal Filter DryView Laser Imaging Film emits a slight odor while it develops. The charcoal filter absorbs and neutralizes this odor. As the imager is used, the filter becomes less effective. When the odor become noticeable you should replace the filter. 1.
  • Page 35 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide BLANK PAGE 8754020 2000 March Rev. B 3-12...

  • Page 36: Using The Dryview V2 Keypad

    Using the DryView V2 Keypad Using the DryView V2 Keypad DryView V2 Keypad Controls The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 4-1. 1. Touch Screen – Displays a variety of menus used for system configuration and operation.

  • Page 37: Dryview V2 Keypad - Main Menu

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide DryView V2 Keypad – Main Menu The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 4-2 1. Attention Message Area – Displays system status and error messages. 2. Imager Print Information Area – Displays the total number of prints that have been completed.

  • Page 38: Dryview V2 Keypad - Format Menu

    Using the DryView V2 Keypad DryView V2 Keypad – Format Menu The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 4-3. 1. Attention Message Area – Displays system status and error messages. 2. CANCEL Key – Used to return to the Main Menu without selecting a format. 3.

  • Page 39: Dryview V2 Keypad - Imager Menu

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide DryView V2 Keypad – Imager Menu The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 4-4. 1. Attention Message Area – Displays system status and error messages. 2. Print Density Test Film Key – Initiates the printing of a density test film containing a SMPTE test pattern.
  • Page 40 Using the DryView V2 Keypad IMAGER MENU Laser Imager Status: Ready Image Print Print Contrast Density SMOOTH Test Film Test Film Imager Contrast: 2 Dmax: 2.7 Polarity NEGATIVE Return NGLI-17L Figure 4-4. DryView V2 Keypad – Imager Menu 2000 March Rev. B 8754020...

  • Page 41: Dryview V2 Keypad - Keypad Menu

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide DryView V2 Keypad – Keypad Menu The numbered descriptions below correspond to the numbered callouts in Figure 4-5. 1. Attention Message Area – Displays system status and error messages. 2. Display Brightness Set Keys – Increase or decrease the keypad display brightness.
  • Page 42 Using the DryView V2 Keypad KEYPAD MENU Laser Imager Status: Ready Reset Display Local Print Brightness Counter Color Key Beep Alarm Beep Blind Volume Volume Mode: Auto Auto Format: Print: Return NGLI-18L Figure 4-5. DryView V2 Keypad – Keypad Menu 2000 March Rev.

  • Page 43: Using The Keypad To Format/Acquire/Print

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Using the Keypad to Format/Acquire/Print 1. Power up the imager. 2. On the keypad’s Main Menu, press the Copy Count Set keys (see Figure 4-6) to select the number of copies desired. 3. Press the Format Menu key to access the Format Menu. On that menu, press the appropriate Format Select key to select the desired format.
  • Page 44 Using the DryView V2 Keypad Note If the Auto Print function is ON, a print request is automatically placed in the print queue as soon as the last image in the format has been stored. (See the next paragraph for instructions for selecting Auto Print.) 6.

  • Page 45: Selecting Auto Print Or Auto Format Mode

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Selecting Auto Print or Auto Format Mode 1. On the Main Menu, press the Keypad Menu key to access the Keypad Menu. 2. On the Keypad Menu (see Figure 4-7): To select the Auto Print mode, press the Auto Print key so it indicates ON.

  • Page 46: Using The Keypad To Adjust Image Density

    Using the DryView V2 Keypad Using the Keypad to Adjust Image Density Run a SMPTE test print as follows: 1. From the keypad Main Menu, press the Imager Menu key. 2. Press the key labeled Print Density Test Film on the Imager Menu (see Figure 4-8).

  • Page 47: Using The Keypad To Adjust Image Contrast

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Using the Keypad to Adjust Image Contrast Note Do not adjust image contrast if you are not satisfied with image density. If a density adjustment is required, perform it first before proceeding with the contrast adjustment described below.

  • Page 48: Using The Keypad To Erase Stored Images

    Using the DryView V2 Keypad 6. Press the Return key to lock in the new value. Note If you know the desired contrast value, you can ignore steps 2, 3, and 4. Using the Keypad to Erase Stored Images Press the Erase key on the keypad to enter the Erase Image mode (see Figure 4-9). In this mode, any or all stored images can be erased.

  • Page 49: Dryview V2 Keypad Error Message Table

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide DryView V2 Keypad Error Message Table The following table lists all the DryView V2 Keypad error messages. (It does not include status or action messages.) For each error message, perform the operator action listed in the table next to the message. If the listed action does not clear the error message, call for service.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Operator Troubleshooting Operators occasionally have to clear film jams in the imager or correct other simple problems. If more serious malfunctions occur, operators must call a trained Kodak service technician (see page 5-18). To help operators monitor imager operation and identify problems, the imager displays status and error messages.

  • Page 51: Local Panel Status Messages

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Note The DryView 8100 Laser Imager displays a Local Panel message (P550) when preventive maintenance and cleaning are recommended. Preventive maintenance and cleaning ensure optimum performance of the imager. This message will not interfere with normal operation. The intent of the message is to allow the operator to schedule a convenient time to have preventive maintenance and cleaning performed by a certified technician.
  • Page 52 Troubleshooting Status Local Panel Explanation Code Message Wait 1. The imager is completing films in process before unlatching the front door or, 2. There is an error condition. See error message on line 2 of the display. The user can continue to acquire and queue prints, but the imager will not print until the condition has been corrected.

  • Page 53: Local Panel Error Messages

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Local Panel Error Messages The following table lists the error messages displayed on the Local Panel. When an error message is displayed, perform the operator action listed in the table for that message. If this action does not clear the error message, call for service. When you make a service call, be prepared to give the error message and message number to the call taker (see page 5-18).
  • Page 54 Troubleshooting Message Message Message Details/ Number Displayed Operator Action P134 Crtg Empty The film cartridge is empty. Insert a new film cartridge. P137 Open Door Req The front door will not open because the imager is printing. Wait until S25 (cartridge closing) is displayed. P138 Press Open 5S The front door does not unlatch because the film...
  • Page 55 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Message Message Message Details/ Number Displayed Operator Action P164 Jam–Area 3 Film is stalled in the exposure area. See Removing Film Jams from Area 3 on page 5-13. P165 Jam–Area 3 Film is stalled between the exposure area and the processor.
  • Page 56 Troubleshooting Message Message Message Details/ Number Displayed Operator Action P512 Calibrate Req The user has requested a calibration test film or the imager has initiated an automatic calibration test film. P513 Contrast Req The user has requested a contrast test film. P514 Density Req The user has requested a density test print.
  • Page 57 DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Message Message Message Details/ Number Displayed Operator Action P621 Printer Error The imager has detected that a film parameter file is missing. Call for service. P622 Printer Error The imager is unable to print due to a system problem.
  • Page 58 Troubleshooting Message Message Message Details/ Number Displayed Operator Action P913 IMS XFR Count Either too little or too much data has been transferred from the Image Management System. Cycle power. P920 Printer Error The MCS Board failed its power-up self-test. Cycle power.

  • Page 59: Film Drive Problems

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Film Drive Problems Figure 5-1 shows the path that film travels through the imager after the operator requests a print. The numbers in the illustration identify key areas on the path from film pickup to exposure through development and exit onto the film tray: Area 1 –...

  • Page 60: Film Pickup Problems In Area 1

    Troubleshooting Film Pickup Problems in Area 1 Area 1 identifies the location where film is removed from the film cartridge and positioned to be sent by drive rollers toward the exposure area (see Figure 5-2). If the imager cannot properly pick up a sheet of film and position it for drive, error P116 is declared.

  • Page 61: Removing Film Jams From Area 2

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Removing Film Jams from Area 2 Area 2 in the imager includes the path between the film pickup assembly and the exposure platen (see Figure 5-3). Note When jams occur in Area 2, the film cartridge is left open. When you open the front door, the top sheets of film in the cartridge will be exposed.

  • Page 62: Removing Film Jams From Area 3

    Troubleshooting Removing Film Jams from Area 3 Area 3 includes the exposure platen (see Figure 5-4). Jams in this area occur as film is entering the platen before exposure, or as film is leaving the platen after exposure. In rare cases, film may stall in the transport area above the platen. 1.

  • Page 63: Removing Film Jams From Area 4

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Removing Film Jams from Area 4 Area 4 includes the film processor. 1. Open the upper hood. Caution Hot Surface Drum and rollers inside the processor are hot. Exercise caution when removing jammed film from the processor.
  • Page 64 Troubleshooting 3. Clear the jammed film from the processor area. (There may be more than one sheet.) If film is jammed in the drive rollers (see Figure 5-6), pull the green thumb tab to the left to open the rollers and free the film. 4.

  • Page 65: Removing Film Jams From Area 5

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Removing Film Jams from Area 5 Area 5 consists of the components between the processor drum and the film exit tray (see Figure 5-7). Jams can occur in this area between the drum and the densitometer, or in the densitometer.

  • Page 66: Manually Closing The Film Cartridge

    Troubleshooting Manually Closing the Film Cartridge The imager automatically closes the film cartridge when the Door Open key is pressed. If the imager is unable to close the cartridge, a P177 error displays. Note If the front door is opened when the film cartridge is open, the top sheets of film in the cartridge are exposed.

  • Page 67: Calling For Support

    8100 Serial Number: For serial number location, see Figure 5-9. Phone for Service: 1-800-328-7754, Option 1 Note For general information about Kodak Health Imaging Products, call 1-800-328-2910, Option 3. Figure 5-9. Serial Number Location 8754020 2000 March Rev. B 5-18...

  • Page 68: Specifications

    Specifications Specifications Dimensions Height: 1168 mm (46 in.) – Top cover closed 1581 mm (62–1/4 in.) – Top cover open Width: 635 mm (25 in.) Depth: 661 mm (26 in.) – Front door closed 1245 mm (49 in.) – Front door open Weight: 188 kg (414 lbs.) Electrical...

  • Page 69: Storage Environment

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Storage Environment Temperature: –35° to 60°C (–31° to 140°F) Humidity: 10% to 90% RH, Noncondensing Film Size The 8100 will process 14 inch by 17 inch DryView Laser Imaging Film. Film Throughput 55 films per hour (assuming images of 1024 by 1024 pixels and a direct connect input).

  • Page 70: Technical Information

    Technical Information Note The information in this section relates to the characteristics of DryView Laser Imaging Film, not to the operation of the DryView 8100 Laser Imager. General Description DryView Laser Imaging Film is a high-resolution, infrared-sensitive, photothermographic film designed specifically for the new family of DryView Laser Imaging Systems.

  • Page 71: Image Quality

    Barcode information on each film cartridge allows the DryView 8100 Laser Imager to automatically determine film type, the number of sheets remaining, and the film manufacturing lot. The AIQC uses this information to automatically calibrate the imager’s electronics and optimize image quality without operator intervention.

  • Page 72: Less Impact On The Environment

    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 exists to discharge hazardous materials into the environment. Tests show that DryView Laser Imaging Film is not considered hazardous to the environment.

  • Page 73: Handling Of Developed Film

    DryView 8100 Laser Imager User Guide Handling of Developed Film As with other photographic films or data storage materials, the handling of DryView Laser Imaging Film requires reasonable care. Spills, humidity, and other moisture typically have no significant effect on developed films. Prolonged exposure to intense light or excessive heat (130°F/54.4°C for more than 3 hours) may cause...

  • Page 74: Odor Dissipation

    But they do 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, national contracts have been established with recycling firms.

  • Page 75: Important Notice To Purchaser

    INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, HOWEVER OCCURRING AND REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ASSERTED, INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND STRICT LIABILITY. Kodak shall in no event be liable for any of the following: (a) the performance or non-performance of any network utilized by the Customer,...

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