VIDAR DiagnosticPRO Edge User Manual

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DiagnosticPRO™ Edge
Multi-film feeder
Serial numbers
380,000 to 389,999

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  • Page 1 User’s guide for DiagnosticPRO™ Edge Multi-film feeder  Serial numbers 380,000 to 389,999...
  • Page 2 © Copyright November 2019 by VIDAR Systems Corporation. All rights reserved. NOTE The digitizers do not include application specific software (Picture Archiving and Communications [PAC] system, Teleradiology, Oncology Systems, or Computer Aided Detection [CAD] software). The manufacturer of the application software will determine specific indications for use. These third-party software packages or complete systems are approved separately from a regulatory perspective.
  • Page 3 Product compliance testing was conducted using VIDAR shielded cables. Modifications to the digitizer or the VIDAR shielded cables or the use of cables other than those available from VIDAR could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 4 2.4 sq in (15.5 sq cm). Light from the LED illuminator may be indirectly observed in the digitizer’s film entry and exit areas. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

      Cleaning the multi-film feed tray ..................21   Cleaning the diffuser ......................22   Replacing the LED cartridge ..................... 26   Appendix: Electromagnetic guidance .................. 27   Appendix: Symbols ....................... 31   19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Intended Use The DiagnosticPRO Edge digitizer is used for making digital copies of medical x-ray film, including printed and radiographic film. The target users of these devices are medical professionals or trained staff for use as secondary capture images for consultation, review and final interpretation.
  • Page 7: Notice To Users

    In the event of any serious incident occurring in relation to the device please report to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the Member State in which the user and/or patient is established. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 8: Operating

    Operating the DiagnosticPRO Edge film digitizer Apply power If the film digitizer is already on and ready to scan (LED on the front of the digitizer is solid green), then skip this section. 1. Ensure the PC is turned off.
  • Page 9: About Films

    About films The DiagnosticPRO Edge handles standard radiograph films up to 14" x 17" (35.5cm x 43cm). Longer films can be digitized, however this is dependent on the software, and films longer than 17" must be fed manually and supported during digitization.
  • Page 10: Using The Multi-Film Feeder

    Using the multi-film feeder The DiagnosticPRO Edge with multi-film feeder can accept stacks of up to 25 films of mixed sizes. It can also accept single films. Note: The digitizer cannot scan films smaller than 5" x 7" (12.7cm x 17.8cm). When loading small films, the vertical dimension must be at least 7"...
  • Page 11 Otherwise, the lower rollers in the digitizer will hold the film until one of the following occurs: Another film is detected.  You manually eject the film from the software.  The ADC process begins by ejecting the film.  19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 12: Digitizing Films Longer Than 17

    Digitizing films longer than 17” With the DiagnosticPRO Edge film digitizer Setting up films longer than 17” 1. Remove the exit tray: a. Lift the exit tray up to disconnect it from the internal pins. b. Pull the exit tray out from the digitizer.
  • Page 13 3. Position the digitizer with its front near the edge of the table if you want films to exit off the edge of the counter. Otherwise, position the digitizer so films will exit onto the table. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 14: Handling Films Over 17

    1. Hold the film deflector while you slide the two retainers (one on each side) toward the center. Retainer 2. Allow the film deflector to return to its normal position. When the film deflector is in this position, films leaving the digitizer are directed into the exit tray. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 15 Internal pin 4. When properly positioned, the exit tray will protrude a small distance from the digitizer, and it can’t be pulled out without lifting it off the internal pins. Exit tray in position 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    Ready to scan. Flashing green Scan in progress. Power adapter information DC out AC in CAUTION: Power the digitizer only with the power supply adapter provided by your Service Provider or Vidar Systems Corp. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 17: In Case Of Difficulty

    Contact your system integration specialist (the company or person that installed your VIDAR film digitizer). b. If your system integration specialist isn’t available, then contact VIDAR Customer Support (medtech@3dsystems .com). Please record system serial number before calling, and have it available when calling.
  • Page 18: Operational Problems

    Solid Amber or white LED on front Hardware failure during normalization. Please contact qualified technical assistance. Streaks in image Clean LED cartridge diffuser (see “Cleaning the diffuser” in the “Cleaning and maintaining” chapter, later in this manual). continued 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 19 For this condition (LED off, internal light on), get qualified technical help. 3. If you have another DiagnosticPRO Edge film digitizer, try its power adapter. If digitizer works with other power adapter, original power adapter ...
  • Page 20: Turning The Digitizer On And Off

    Either of these actions could permanently damage the digitizer, the power adapter or both. Note: DiagnosticPRO Edge was designed to be powered continuously. Under normal conditions, the digitizer should remain on at all times.
  • Page 21: Cleaning And Maintaining

    Cleaning and maintaining the DiagnosticPRO Edge film digitizer Maintenance Frequency The DiagnosticPRO Edge should be maintained as needed. Cleaning the multi-film feed tray After extensive use, dust or lint particles may build up on the feed roller and idler wheels.
  • Page 22: Cleaning The Diffuser

    Note: Use this procedure only when you observe streaks in images, or when the digitizer’s LED flashes amber. Note: Use this procedure only for DiagnosticPRO Edge digitizers with serial numbers between 380,000 and 389,999. IMPORTANT: You must follow these instructions when cleaning the diffuser.
  • Page 23 4. Loosen 2 captive screws securing the LED Bar (fingers work fine, but using a screwdriver is okay). Captive screws 5. Remove the LED cartridge: grasp the cartridge at both ends, pull it slightly toward you, then slide it up out of the chassis. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 24 LED cartridge. Wipe in one direction only! CAUTION: Clean only with lint-free wipes provided by VIDAR (part number 15194). Other cloth or paper wipes will leave fibers on the diffuser, which can affect performance. DO NOT USE ALCOHOL or other solvents as they may degrade the diffuser and void your warranty.
  • Page 25 Observe the LED on the front of the digitizer. It should flash light blue for several minutes (indicating the digitizer is performing internal tests and calibration). e. When the LED stops flashing and remains green, turn on the PC. The digitizer is now ready to scan films. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 26: Replacing The Led Cartridge

    Replacing the LED cartridge Note: LED cartridges can only be replaced on DiagnosticPRO Edge digitizers with serial numbers between 380,000 and 389,999. Please contact VIDAR Technical Support to order the Lamp Cartridge Replacement Kit, VIDAR part number 19310-XXX: Phone: 1-800-471-SCAN (1-800-471-7226) ...
  • Page 27: Appendix: Electromagnetic Guidance

    Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic equipment The DiagnosticPRO Edge Digitizer is intended for use in a professional healthcare facility environment. The customer or end user of the Digitizer should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions test...
  • Page 28 Guidance And Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity Enclosure Port The DiagnosticPRO Edge Digitizer is intended for use in a professional healthcare facility environment. The customer or end user of the Digitizer should assure that it is used in such an environment.
  • Page 29 While communication might not be possible when ME EQUIPMENT that includes radio equipment is tested in its bandwidth, the ME EQUIPMENT or ME SYSTEM shall still be able to provide its BASIC SAFETY and ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 30 Table A- Test specifications for Enclosure Port immunity to RF wireless communications equipment. The DiagnosticPRO Edge Digitizer is intended for use in a professional healthcare facility environment. The customer or the user of the Digitizer can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Digitizer as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
  • Page 31: Appendix: Symbols

    For more information about where you can dispose of your waste equipment for recycling please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. 19617-001 Rev. H DiagnosticPRO Edge User’s Guide...
  • Page 32 365 Herndon Parkway Herndon, VA 20170 USA Phone: 1-703-471-7070 Main fax: 1-703-471-1165 Web: www.vidar.com Technical Support: Phone: 1-703-471-7070 1-800-471-7226 Fax: 1-703-471-7665 E-mail: medtech@3dsystems.com...

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