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Rev 0.1.1 Aug 2013 Part No. : CR-FPM-44-001-EN 3DISC, FireCR, Quantor and the 3D Cube are trademarks of 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp, South Korea, and its affiliates. All other trademarks are held by their respective owners and are used in an editorial fashion with no intention of infringement. The data in this publication are for illustration purposes only and do not necessarily represent standards or specifications, which must be met by 3D Imaging &...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Contact 815, Tamnip-Dong, Yuseong-Gu, Daejeon, Korea Tel : 82-42-931-2100 Fax : 82-42-931-2299 Website : www.3DISCimaging.com E-mail : info@3DISCimaging.com 3DISC Americas 22560 Glenn Dr, Suite 116 Sterling, VA 20164 USA Tel : 1-703-430-6080 E-mail : info@3DISCimaging.com...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN The device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful interference. NOTE : 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.
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3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. may only be made with prior written permission from 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. Please read the respective manuals of the connected software, such as acquisition and diagnostic software, before starting to use the FireCR Flash system. The following symbols will be used throughout this manual: ANGER The functionality of the system can be destroyed in the case of incorrect use.
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN General Safety Guidelines All the safety and operating instructions should be read carefully before this device is operated. This device has been designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements applicable to medical equipment, and has been supplied in a safe condition. To ensure personnel and patient safety, the device shall be operated and serviced in compliance with all procedures, warnings and precautions during all phases of operation and service of this device.
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Ray image in digital form. Then, digital image is transferred to workstation for further processing and routing. This device is intended to be operated in a radiological environment by qualified staff. FireCR Flash is not approved for the acquisition of mammographic image data.
The FireCR Flash System is ideal for a wide range of Computed Radiography examinations in specialty practices such as chiropractors, podiatrists and orthopedists. The FireCR Flash can be configured for nearly every clinical application, and is designed for full DICOM connectivity, and allows user to setup the system to capture high quality X-ray images of any body parts with minimal steps including reading, processing, displaying and sending of the high quality image.
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High sensitive photomultiplier tube equipped in FireCR Flash delivers high gain, wide dynamic range and high speed response for radiographic imaging. Powerful Acquisition and Diagnostic Software Acquisition and Diagnostic Software designed for the FireCR Flash, and its accurate and rapid data processing make the reader more powerful.
Chapter 2. Unpacking 2.1. Inspection for Damage FireCR Flash is shipped in a custom designed container to protect the reader from external shock. Before unpacking the reader, inspect the shipping container for damage. In case the container is damaged, notify the shipper immediately.
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3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. does not assume any responsibility for damage resulting from disposal of this equipment without consulting 3D imaging & Simulations Corp. ARNING Use the device passed IEC60950-1 or IEC60601-1 for the product connected via USB port. FireCR Flash CR Reader Power Cord...
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Universal cassette 24 x 30 containing IP size size 18cm x 24cm 24cm x 30cm RJ45 CAT.5E FTP Cable 2M (Cross type) USB 2.0 Interface cable FireCR Flash User Manual QuantorMed Plus User Manual QuantorMed Plus Acquisition and Diagnostic QuantorMed Dongle Software...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN FireKit...
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Chapter 3. Setting Up ARNING Unsuitable Installation Sites Locations with excessive humidity or dust Locations subject to high temperature Locations subject to shaking or vibration Locations exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise, or other forms of electromagnetic energy Locations with poor heat radiation 3.1.
Assure a distance of minimum 1.0 m with neighboring equipment. 3.2. Wall Mount (Option) The FireCR Flash can be mounted on the wall to save space occupancy. When purchasing the wall mount kit, a detailed installation guide and all parts necessary for assembly are...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Free space of 50 cm (20 inch) on top side, at least, for cassette insertion and ejection. Front Side Free space of 10 cm inch) both sides, at least. Back Side Free space of 20 cm (8 inch) on back side, at least, to allow the power switch, power cord and USB cord to be reached by hand at all times.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN ANGER Install the wall mount on a solid wall perpendicular to the floor. When attaching to other building materials, please contact your local dealer. If installed on a slanted wall, it may fall and result in severe injury.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN 3.3.2. Reader Status Indication LED Indication LED shows the status of the reader as described below. Status Remark Green Blue System On Cassette is in initial position, and Ready to Scan ready to scan. Blinking...
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Hard Disk 500 GB Free Hard Disk Space Network 1 Gbps Ethernet Video 32-bit Color Display Video Resolution 1920 x 1080, 1440 x 900 3.4.2. Minimum Requirement Operating System Microsoft Windows XP Intel Processor Memory...
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN 3.6.2. Connect the Power Cord 1. Connect the power cord to the reader, located on the rear side. 2. Connect the other end of the cord to a grounded power outlet. ANGER This equipment must only be connected to supply mains with protective earth.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Chapter 4. Operating 4.1. System Specifications Standard 200um Sampling Pixel Pitch High 100um Standard 1750 x 2150 Pixel Matrix (IP 35cm x 43cm) High 3500 x 4300 Standard 1200 x 1500 Pixel Matrix (IP 24cm x 30cm)
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN 4.3. Operating Instructions 4.3.1. Turn on the Reader Turn on the reader. Power switch is on the rear side of the reader. ANGER This device uses laser. Avoid looking inside of the scanner. 4.3.2. Turn on the Computer Turn on the computer.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN 4.3.5. Circuit Functions Figure 11. Circuit diagram Power Board : Power board generated DC Power of +15V, -15V, +5V Main Board : This parts controls peripherals for image acquisition. And it delivers amplified digitized signal to PC via USB or Ethernet.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Chapter 5. Symbols Symbol Description .Manufacturer Date of Manufacture Equipment Power ON Equipment Power OFF Warning, Consult Accompany Documents General mandatory action manual General prohibition indication User Manual Reference Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment...
Manufacturer’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Emission The FireCR Flash system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of FireCR Flash system should assure that it is used in such an environment Emission test...
Manufacturer’s Declaration - Electromagnetic Immunity The FireCR Flash system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of FireCR Flash system should assure that it is used in such an environment IEC 60601...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Conducted RF 3 Vrms 3 Vrms Portable and mobile RF IEC 61000-4-6 150 kHz to 80 MHz 150 kHz to 80 MHz communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the FireCR...
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The FireCR Flash system is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the FireCR Flash system can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the FireCR Flash system as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
5.3. Guidance and Manufacturer ’s Declaration – Electromagnetic Immunity The FireCR Flash system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of FireCR Flash system should assure that it is used in such an environment IEC 60601...
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN 5.4. Laser Safety Statement The Computed Radiography Reader is Certified in the U.S. to Conform to the Requirements of DHHS 21 CFR, chapter 1 Subchapter J for Class I(1) Laser Products, and Elsewhere is Certified as a Class I(1) Laser Product Conforming to the Requirements of IEC 60825-1 : 2007.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Chapter 6. Warranty and Repair Service 6.1. Standard Warranty 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. warrants its non-consumable hardware products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty covers the cost of parts and labor to repair the product.
If user needs to ship the FireCR Flash to another location, or back to the factory, and user does not have a means to adequately package it, user can order additional shipping container. This may seem an expense user would like to avoid, but it is inexpensive compared to the cost of repairing an instrument that has sustained shipping damage.
User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Chapter 7. Technical Assistance If user has any questions about installing or using the device, contact your 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp representative or your local dealer. 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. 815, Tamnip-Dong, Yuseong-Gu, Daejeon, Korea...
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User Manual FireCR Flash TM-401-EN Appendix I Installation Report Please complete this report at the time of installation and submit the completed form signed by customer to: Fax : +82-42-931-2299 E-mail : support@3DISCimaging.com Date of Installation : Customer Information Hospital / Institute...
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1.1. FireCR Calibration Select IP Calibration in the System Menu, then the following window will pop up. Follow the steps in the menu. ARNING Calibrate the scanner before use. The “Please calibrate system” message pops up if the scanner is not calibrated or calibration data does not exist.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Name Description Auto Alignment Alignment of laser beam position. Erase Erase IP. Scan Blank Create the first calibration image file. Scan Low Dose Create the second calibration image file. Scan Mid Dose Create the third calibration image file. Scan High Dose Create the fourth calibration image file.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.1. Calibration Geometry Figure 2.15. Calibration Geometry ARNING X-ray radiation field must cover the whole area of the cassette.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.2. Step 1: Auto Alignment Figure 2.16. Auto Alignment Perform Auto Alignment before starting calibration to find the optimal laser beam position. 1.1.3. Step 2: Erase Figure 2.17. Erase The Erase button is enabled when the cassette is inserted to the reader. ...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.4. Step 3: Scan Blank Figure 2.18. Scan Blank The Scan Blank button is enabled after performing the Erase step. After the Erase step, insert the cassette with no X-ray exposure into the reader and click Scan Blank to acquire the first calibration image.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.5. Step 4: Scan Low Dose Figure 2.19. Scan Low Dose The Scan Low Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Blank. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan Low Dose button.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.6. Step 5: Scan Mid Dose Figure 2.20. Scan Mid Dose The Scan Mid Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Low Dose. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan Mid Dose button.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.7. Step 6: Scan High Dose Figure 2.21. Scan High Dose The Scan High Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Mid Dose. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan High Dose button.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.8. Step 7: Calibration! Figure 2.22. Calibration The Calibration button is enabled after performing a successful Scan High Dose. Click the Calibration button to generate calibration data. Calibration data is saved in your local program folder.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1.10. Note When the mean intensity value for each step is within acceptable range, values are shown in green. Figure 2.23. Proper Calibration When the mean intensity value for each step is not within acceptable range, values are shown in red.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Following the calibration process, two sets of four images used for calibration and two calibration files are generated in local program folder.
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2013 N.º de referencia: CR-FPM-04-021-ES-S 3DISC, FireCR, Quantor y 3D Cube son marcas comerciales de 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp, Corea del Sur y sus filiales. Todas las demás marcas comerciales son propiedad de sus respectivos propietarios y se utilizan con fines editoriales sin intención de hacer un uso indebido de estas.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Advertencias y sí mbolos utilizados Para garantizar la seguridad de los pacientes, el personal y otras personas, cualquier modificación del software y el hardware suministrados por 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. solo podrá realizarse con la autorización previa por escrito de 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. Lea los manuales correspondientes de los dispositivos conectados, como el generador, el sensor o el lector de rayos X, antes de comenzar a utilizar el software QuantorMed+.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Í ndice 1. Requisitos del sistema y puesta en funcionamiento ....5 1.1. Entorno ..................... 5 1.1.1. Requisitos informáticos recomendados ............5 1.1.2. Requisitos informáticos mí nimos ..............5 1.2. Inicio y cierre ..................5 1.2.1.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5.11. Unir ....................21 6. Revisión ................... 23 6.1. Diseño de la pantalla ..............23 6.2. Barra de tí tulo de la vista ..............25 6.3. Pantalla completa ................25 6.4. Manipulación de imágenes ............. 26 6.5.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 1. Requisitos sistema puesta funcionamiento 1.1. Entorno 1.1.1. Requisitos informáticos recomendados Sistema operativo Microsoft Windows 7 u 8 Intel CORE i5 Memoria 4 GB de RAM o más Disco duro 500 GB de espacio libre en disco duro Ethernet de 1 Gbps Ví...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 1.2.2. Inicio del programa Una vez que se haya iniciado Windows correctamente, puede iniciar el programa QuantorMed+ haciendo doble clic en el icono de QuantorMed+ del Escritorio, tal como se muestra en la figura 1.1. QuantorMed+ Figura 1.1.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 2. Pantallas 2.1. Resoluciones compatibles Se admiten las resoluciones horizontales con las relaciones de aspecto 16:9, 4:3 y 5:4. No se admiten relaciones de aspecto de resoluciones verticales. La resolución horizontal del monitor debe ser de 1280 pí xeles como mí nimo, mientras que la resolución vertical debe ser de 768 pí...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 2.3. Barra de navegación La barra de navegación se encuentra en la parte inferior de la pantalla. La barra de navegación siempre aparece mientras el programa está en ejecución, lo que permite que el usuario cambie de pantalla fácilmente durante una tarea.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 2.5. Nuevo estudio La pantalla de nuevo estudio es la primera página para realizar escaneado. Después de introducir la información necesaria del paciente y del estudio, y añadir un nuevo estudio, puede iniciar un escaneado. Figura 2.4.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Nombre del paciente ID del paciente Fecha de nacimiento del paciente Edad del paciente Sexo del paciente (M: Hombre, F: Mujer, O: Otro) Fecha y hora actuales Nombre del modelo Sistema 2.8. Escaneado En la pantalla de escaneado, puede insertar un casete en el FireCR y adquirir las imágenes.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 3. Nuevo estudio 3.1. Diseño de la pantalla La pantalla de nuevo estudio es la primera página que aparece cuando se realiza un escaneado. Introduzca la información necesaria del paciente y del estudio. Puede pasar fácilmente al siguiente campo de introducción con el tabulador.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Tabla 3-1. Campo de introducció n Obligator Tí tulo Descripción Nombre Introduzca el nombre del paciente. Introduzca el ID del paciente. Introduzca la fecha de nacimiento del paciente. Puede Fecha seleccionar una fecha del cuadro desplegable o introducir los nacimiento números manualmente.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 4. Selección de zona 4.1. Diseño de la pantalla En la pantalla de selección de zona, puede seleccionar la zona que desee escanear y añadirla a la lista de tareas. ② ① ④ ⑤ ③...
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Retroceder/Avanzar página: Botón para cambiar de página. Lista de tareas: Lista de posiciones de vista añadidas desde los campos Posición de vista o Predefinido. Anterior: Le permite volver a la pantalla de nuevo estudio. Siguiente: Le permite avanzar a la pantalla de escaneado.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5. Imagen 5.1. Diseño de la pantalla Cuando se ha completado el escaneado de la placa de imagen (IP), la imagen adquirida se muestra en la ventana Escaneado, tal como se muestra en la figura 5-1. ②...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5.2. ROI Cuando se ha completado un escaneado, se muestra la imagen y aparece el cuadro de la ROI del tamaño predefinido para cada zona escaneada automáticamente, tal como se muestra en la figura 8-1. Al arrastrar el cuadro de la ROI hasta la ubicación deseada y hacer doble clic en él, o bien hacer clic en el botón ROI, la ROI se recorta y se ajusta a la pantalla, tal como se muestra en la figura 5-2.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5.3. Marcado La función de marcado se utiliza para añadir marcas en la imagen. Las marcas pueden añadirse en la imagen seleccionando una marca predefinida o introduciendo el texto manualmente. Adició n de marcas predefinidas ①...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5.4. Girar/Voltear Las opciones Girar y Voltear se utilizan para girar y voltear imágenes respectivamente. Icono Acción Girar a la izquierda Girar a la derecha Voltear horizontalmente Voltear verticalmente 5.5. Ventana automática Ajusta automáticamente el brillo y el contraste de la imagen. 5.6.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Figura 5.5. Rechazar 5.8. Enviar imagen Transmite de inmediato la imagen actual al servidor de imágenes designado en Configuración. Si [Red/Exportación – Opciones – Mostrar destino] está marcada en Configuración, aparecerá un cuadro de diálogo para que el usuario puede elegir el destino, tal como se muestra en la figura 5-8.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 5.9. Í ndice de exposición El valor de í ndice de exposición (IE) recomendado está entre 1800 y 2200. 1800 < Dosis < 2200: La dosis es óptima. Dosis < 1800: La dosis es demasiado baja. ...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S ② Barra de tareas: Muestra imágenes, partes del cuerpo y posiciones de vista en miniatura. ③ Seleccionar todo: Selecciona todas las tareas. ④ Añadir predefinido: Añade el estudio seleccionado al predefinido. Cuando se añada al predefinido, el estudio añadido aparecerá...
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ Figura 5.2. Unir Zoom: Se utiliza para aplicar el zoom a la imagen. Arrastre el cursor por la imagen para controlar el zoom. El zoom no se aplica a una sola imagen, sino a toda la pantalla. Desplazar: Desplaza la imagen.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 6. Revisión 6.1. Diseño de la pantalla La vista ofrece las mismas funciones que el visor de PACS. Permite comparar varias imágenes, así como utilizar herramientas de procesamiento y medición para realizar un diagnóstico. La pantalla que muestra la imagen consta de varias vistas.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ Figura 6.2. Pantalla de revisió n ① Barra de tí tulo de la vista: La barra de tí tulo de la vista. ① ②...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 6.2. Barra de tí tulo de la vista ① ① ② ③ ④ Figura 6.3. Barra de tí tulo de la vista ① Diseño de la imagen: Cambia el diseño de la imagen. Al hacer clic en el botón Diseño de la imagen, una cuadrí...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Figura 6.5 Pantalla completa 6.4. Manipulación de imágenes Icono Acción Girar a la izquierda Girar a la derecha Voltear horizontalmente Voltear verticalmente Restablecer la imagen a su estado inicial Negativo...
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S 6.5. Medición Icono Acción Distancia Á ngulo Rectángulo Elipse Polí gono Dibujo libre Visualización de pí xeles Proporción entre las áreas cardiaca y torácica Perfil ① Distancia: Mide la distancia. Haga clic en los puntos inicial y final de la medición.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S ② Á ngulo: Mide el ángulo. Haga clic en el punto central del ángulo que desee medir y, a continuación, haga clic en los dos puntos de control. Puede desplazar las dos lí neas a la vez arrastrándolas.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S ⑥ Crea una selección de dibujo libre. Haga clic y arrastre el cursor hasta que consiga la forma que desee. Suelte el botón del ratón cuando haya terminado de dibujar. Puede hacer clic dentro de la selección para desplazar la selección de dibujo libre.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Distancia: Distancia entre dos puntos. Punto inicial: Información del punto inicial. Punto final: Información del punto final. Mí n.: Valor mí nimo. Máx.: Valor máximo. Media: Valor medio. Valor de pí xeles: Valor de pí xeles de la posición actual del cursor al hacer clic en el gráfico.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Abrir archivo DICOM Abrir archivo de imagen 6.8. Herramientas Icono Acción Copiar en el portapapeles: Copia la imagen activa en el portapapeles de Windows. Establece el tamaño en pí xeles. Escanea una herramienta de medición con una longitud determinada.
Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S Icono Acción Activa: La última imagen en la que se haya hecho clic es la imagen activa. La imagen activa está marcada con un borde naranja. Seleccionar: Puede seleccionar varias imágenes haciendo clic en ellas mientras mantiene pulsada la tecla Ctrl.
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Manual del usuario QuantorMed Plus TM-721-ES-S este. Se muestran las unidades de disco óptico conectadas al ordenador. Si selecciona Local, puede utilizar otros dispositivos de almacenamiento conectados al ordenador. ② Etiqueta: Etiqueta que aparecerá en el disco. ③ Tipo de disco: Muestra el tipo de disco insertado en la unidad. ④...
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Rev 1.0.1. Aug 2013 Part No.: CR-FPM-04-021-EN 3DISC, FireCR, Quantor and the 3D Cube are trademarks of 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp, South Korea, and its affiliates. All other trademarks are held by their respective owners and are used in an editorial fashion with no intention of infringement. The data in this publication are for illustration purposes only and do not necessarily represent standards or specifications, which must be met by 3D Imaging &...
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815, Tamnip-Dong, Yuseong-Gu, Daejeon, Korea Tel : 82-42-931-2100 Fax : 82-42-931-2299 Website : www.3DISCimaging.com E-mail : info@3DISCimaging.com 3DISC Americas 22560 Glenn Dr, Suite 116 Sterling, VA 20164 USA Tel : 1-703-430-6080 E-mail : info@3DISCimaging.com 3DISC Europe Gydevang, 39-41, 3450 Alleroed, Denmark Tel : 45-88-276-650 E-mail : info@3DISCimaging.com...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Warnings and used symbols To ensure the safety of patients, staff and other persons, any changes to software and hardware delivered by 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. may only be made with prior written permission from 3D Imaging &...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Medical Device Security Users must take steps to secure their networks and protect their Medical Information Systems which includes a risk assessment strategy, network defense in depth strategy, business continuity planning, etc. User Authentication Only authorized users should log on to computers on which medical information systems are installed.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN There are several vulnerabilities a malicious user could exploit locally. Some examples are: Theft of equipment Local password cracking Installation of hardware key loggers...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Table of contents 1. Introduction ................10 1.1. Main Features.................. 11 2. Installation ................12 2.1. Environment ................... 12 2.1.1. Recommended Computer Requirement ............12 2.1.2. Minimum Computer Requirement ..............12 2.2. Installation ..................13 2.2.1.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 4.1. Screen Layout ................34 4.2. System Menu.................. 35 5. New Study ................36 5.1. Screen Layout ................36 5.2. Input Field Edit Dialog Box ............. 38 6. Region Selection ..............39 6.1. Screen Layout ................39 6.2.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 10.7. File ....................68 10.8. Tools ....................68 10.9. Apply Range ................... 69 11. Study List ................. 70 11.1. Screen Layout ................70 11.2. List ....................71 11.3. Edit Column ..................72 11.4. Search .................... 72 11.5.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 14.6.3. Print Overlay Contents ..............86 14.7. System ................... 86 14.7.1. Exposure Input ................86 14.7.2. File Management ................86 14.7.3. System Options ................87 14.7.4. Date ....................87...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1. Introduction QuantorMed+ is intuitive, easy-to-use workstation software that provides facilities using 3D Imaging & Simulations Corp. CR readers with optimized image acquisition, processing, and management capabilities. Its DICOM compliant interface allows for simple integration into a facility’s HIS, RIS, and PACS, providing the full range of capabilities needed for improved productivity and workflow in busy clinics and practices.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 1.1. Main Features Image Acquisition & Study Management QuantorMed+ Software allows facilities to quickly input patient data – or access it directly from their HIS, RIS or PACS for improved productivity and accuracy. Image acquisition is supported by a fully developed list of exams and anatomies, and a viewer displays images on a monitor to facilitate quality control and image management.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2. Installation 2.1. Environment 2.1.1. Recommended Computer Requirement Operating System Microsoft Windows 7, 8 Intel CORE i5 Memory RAM 4 GB or more Hard Disk 500 GB Free Hard Disk Space Network 1 Gbps Ethernet Video 32-bit Color Display Video Resolution...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.2. Installation 2.2.1. Software Installation Log on to the PC using an administrator account. Connect USB Dongle to USB port. Insert Installation CD. Install program will automatically launch. If the install program is not launched automatically, find and execute the “QuantorMed 2.x.x.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Choose your language and click the "Next" button as shown in Figure 2.3. Figure 2.3. Components Dialog Box Choose the destination folder and click the "Install" button as shown in Figure 2.4. Figure 2.4.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Installation status of the Dongle Driver will be displayed as Shown in Figure 2.6 Figure 2.6. Installation of dongle Driver Installation status of the FireCR USB driver will be displayed as Shown in Figure 2.7 Figure 2.7.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN If the Windows Security Dialog Box pops up after installation, click [Allow access]. Figure 2.9. Windows Security Dialog Box...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.3. Start and Termination 2.3.1. System Start 1. Turn on the FireCR CR Reader. 2. Turn on the monitor and PC. ARNING Do not run any application software other than QuantorMed during operation of the scanner. This may slow the scanner response. 2.3.2.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.3.3. Terminate Program Select the System button as shown in Figure 2.12 on the Home Window. Figure 2.12. System Button Now you can exit the application by selecting "Exit" in the System Menu. Figure 2.13. System Menu...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4. FireCR Calibration Select IP Calibration in the System Menu, then the following window will pop up. Follow the steps in the menu. ARNING Calibrate the scanner before use. The “Please calibrate system” message pops up if the scanner is not calibrated or calibration data does not exist.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Name Description Auto Alignment Alignment of laser beam position. Erase Erase IP. Scan Blank Create the first calibration image file. Scan Low Dose Create the second calibration image file. Scan Mid Dose Create the third calibration image file. Scan High Dose Create the fourth calibration image file.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.1. Calibration Geometry Figure 2.15. Calibration Geometry ARNING X-ray radiation field must cover the whole area of the cassette.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.2. Step 1: Auto Alignment Figure 2.16. Auto Alignment Perform Auto Alignment before starting calibration to find the optimal laser beam position. 2.4.3. Step 2: Erase Figure 2.17. Erase The Erase button is enabled when the cassette is inserted to the reader. ...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.4. Step 3: Scan Blank Figure 2.18. Scan Blank The Scan Blank button is enabled after performing the Erase step. After the Erase step, insert the cassette with no X-ray exposure into the reader and click Scan Blank to acquire the first calibration image.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.5. Step 4: Scan Low Dose Figure 2.19. Scan Low Dose The Scan Low Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Blank. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan Low Dose button.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.6. Step 5: Scan Mid Dose Figure 2.20. Scan Mid Dose The Scan Mid Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Low Dose. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan Mid Dose button.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.7. Step 6: Scan High Dose Figure 2.21. Scan High Dose The Scan High Dose button is enabled after performing a Scan Mid Dose. Expose the cassette to the X-ray with the conditions noted below the Scan High Dose button.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.8. Step 7: Calibration! Figure 2.22. Calibration The Calibration button is enabled after performing a successful Scan High Dose. Click the Calibration button to generate calibration data. Calibration data is saved in your local program folder.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 2.4.10. Note When the mean intensity value for each step is within acceptable range, values are shown in green. Figure 2.23. Proper Calibration When the mean intensity value for each step is not within acceptable range, values are shown in red.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Following the calibration process, two sets of four images used for calibration and two calibration files are generated in local program folder.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 3. Screens 3.1. Supported Resolutions Landscape resolutions with 16:9, 4:3 and 5:4 ratios are supported. Portrait ratios are not supported. The horizontal resolution of the monitor must be at least 1280 pixels, and the vertical resolution of the monitor must be at least 768 pixels.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 3.3. Navigation Bar The Navigation Bar is located at the bottom of the screen. The Navigation Bar is always displayed while the program is running, allowing the user to easily switch screens during a task. ②...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 3.5. New Study The New Study screen is the first page for performing a scan. After entering the necessary patient information and study information, and adding a new study, you can begin a scan. Figure 3.4.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ① Patient Name ② Patient ID ③ Patient's Date of Birth ④ Patient's Age ⑤ Patient's Sex (M: Male, F: Female, O: Other) ⑥ Current Time ⑦ Model Name ⑧ System 3.8. Scan In the Scan screen, you can insert a cassette into the FireCR and acquire images.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 4. Home Window 4.1. Screen Layout The Home screen is the first screen that appears when the program is run. From the Home screen, you can create a new study or view existing studies. You can go back to the Home screen by using one of the actions below.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 4.2. System Menu The System button is always displayed in the upper-right corner of the program. When the button is clicked, the following menu appears on the screen. Figure 4.2. System Menu Settings: Displays the Settings window. ...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 5. New Study 5.1. Screen Layout The New Study screen is the first page when performing a scan. Enter the necessary patient and study information. You can easily switch to the next input field by using the Tab key. Fields marked by * are mandatory DICOM fields that must be filled in.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Enter patient’s date of birth. You can select a date from the drop-down box or manually enter numbers. When only the Birth date of birth is entered and not the age, age is calculated automatically.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 5.2. Input Field Edit Dialog Box In the Input Field Edit dialog box, you can change the order of the input fields, and add or remove input fields. The input fields can be edited according to the user’s environment. However, mandatory input fields cannot be removed.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 6. Region Selection 6.1. Screen Layout In the Region Selection screen, you can select the region to scan and add it to the Task List. ② ③ ① ⑥ ④ ⑤ ⑦ ⑧ Figure 6.1. Region Selection ①...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 6.2. Body Parts and View Positions The body parts and view positions provided in the product by default are listed in Table 6.1. Table 6.1. View Position Body Part View Position Head Skull AD Skull PA Caldwell Skull Townes Skull Lateral...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Vertebral Column Cervical Spine AP Cervical Spine Lateral Cervical Spine Swimmers Cervical Spine AP Open Mouth Cervical Spine Oblique Thoracic Spine AP Thoracic Spine Lateral Thoracic Spine Oblique Lumbar Spine AP Lumbar Spine Lateral Lumbar Spine Oblique Sacrum AP Sacrum Lateral...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Wrist Carpal Tunnel Hand PA Hand Oblique Hand Lateral Fingers AP Fingers Oblique Fingers Lateral Pelvis Pelvis AP Hip AP Hip Lateral Hip Frog Leg Lateral Sacroiliac Joints Oblique Lower Extremities Femur AP Femur Lateral Knee AP Knee Lateral Knee Oblique...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 6.3. Add Region, View Position You can add, delete or edit body part, region or position displayed in region selection. And Attributes of each preset can be edited. ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ⑤ Delete Region: Delete selected region. ⑥ Edit Region: Edit selected region. ⑦ Add Position: Add new position. Type the new position name in the window. Tick Copy and type existing position in the window to copy properties to the new position.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Figure 6.5. Attribute Window ① Name: Name of position ② ROI: Set default ROI. ③ Flip: Set default flip of the image. ④ Rotate: Set default rotation of the image. ⑤ Marking Position: Set default marking position on the image. ⑥...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 7. Scan 7.1. Screen Layout In the Scan screen, you can insert a cassette into the FireCR and acquire images. ④ ⑥ ③ ① ② ⑤ ⑦ ⑧ Figure 7.1. Scan ① Scan: Begin a scan. ②...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 7.2. Exposure Input Enter the X-ray exposure settings. Exposure Input field is only activated when it is enabled in [System – Exposure Input]. The entered values will be included in the DICOM information. As shown in Table 7.1, 4 types can be entered.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 8. Image 8.1. Screen Layout When an IP scan has been completed, the acquired image is displayed on the Scan window as shown in Figure 8.1. ② ③ ① ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 8.2. ROI When a scan is completed, the image is displayed and the ROI Box of the predefined size for each scanned region is automatically displayed as shown in Figure 8-1. When you drag the ROI Box to the desired location and double-click the ROI Box or click on the ROI button, the ROI is cropped and fitted to the screen as shown in Figure 8.2.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Add Predefined Markings ① Click on the Marking button. ③ ② ① ② Select a marking. ③ Click on the image. Predefined markings can be edited in Settings under [Overlay-Marking]. Figure 8.3. Add Predefined Markings Manually Enter Markings ①...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Flip Vertically 8.5. Auto Window Automatically adjust the image brightness and contrast. 8.6. Retake Used when the quality of the scanned image is insufficient and requires a rescan. Remember that the current image will be deleted. 8.7.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 8.8. QA – LUT Curve Used to adjust the LUT Curve of the image. Adjusting the image requires expert knowledge about images. Adjusting the image without proper knowledge may result in lower image quality. ①...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Window Width Window Center ④ Set: Set the curve and window value adjusted by the user as the default value for images of the current region. ⑤ Load: Load and apply default curves and window values of the current region. ⑥...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ① Contrast: Increases the image’s contrast. The level can be adjusted from 0 to 10. Higher levels increase the intensity. Filter is not applied when 0 is selected. ② Detail Contrast: Increases the contrast in regions of the image with low contrast. The level can be adjusted from 0 to 10.
8.11. Exposure Index Exposure Index is an approximate indicator of the dose that reaches the image receptor. 3DISC’s Exposure Index is calculated by following equation. Under the same exposure conditions, the indicator and the dose are proportional. The recommended EI value is between 1800 and 2200.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ④ ⑥ ⑤ ③ ① ⑦ ② ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ Figure 9.1. Task List ① Study Bar: Displays study date, study time, and study description. Only time is displayed for studies conducted on the same day. Only dates are displayed for studies conducted on any prior dates.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ⑪ Switch: Switch the images of two tasks. The button is only activated when two tasks are selected. ⑫ Page Up/Down: Button for switching pages. 9.2. Stitch The Stitch function is optional. A Stitch Dongle is required to use the Stitch function. When stitching begins, a screen shown in Figure 9.2 will be displayed on the screen and the selected images will be displayed vertically according to the order in the Task Bar.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ⑤ Clip: Show/hide clip adjustment line in the image. Clip lines are displayed as dotted lines. Drag the dotted line using the mouse to clip the desired region. ⑥ Show Guide Line: Show/hide horizontal dotted line to check horizontal level of the scanned image.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Printer Type: Select printer type. DICOM Printer Windows Printer Layout: Select the layout of the image to be printed on film or paper. 1 x 1 1 x 2 2 x 1 2 x 2 ...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Figure 9.4. Window Printer...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 10. Review 10.1. Screen Layout The View offers the identical functions as a PACS Viewer. It supports various image comparison, processing and measurement tools for performing a diagnosis. The screen displaying the image consists of multiple views. Each view consists of multiple images. The user can customize the view layout and image layout according to their needs.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ Figure 10.2. Review Screen ① View Caption Bar: The caption bar of the view. ① ② Full Screen: Show the review screen in full-screen mode. ③...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 10.2. View Caption Bar ① ① ② ③ ④ Figure 10.3. View Caption Bar ① Image Layout: Change image layout. When you click on the Image Layout button, a 3x3 grid shown in Figure 10.4 will appear on the screen. Select your desired layout. The largest image layout available 3x3.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Figure 10.5 Full Screen 10.4. Image Manipulation Icon Action Rotate Left Rotate Right Flip Horizontally Flip Vertically Reset image to initial state Negative image Fit to page size Real size...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 10.5. Measurement Icon Action Distance Angle Rectangle Ellipse Polygon Free Draw Pixel View Cardiac Thorax Ratio Profile ① Distance: Measures distance. Click the start and end point of the measurement. A straight line is displayed between the two points and the measurement value is displayed at the end of the straight line.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN once by dragging. You can also move either one of the two control points. You can also move the position of the measurement values by dragging them with your mouse. ③ Rectangle: Draws a rectangle. Click the mouse at the desired position of the upper left corner of the rectangle, and then drag the mouse to the desired position of the lower right corner of the rectangle...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN the screen. ⑧ Measures cardiac thorax ratio. Click on the left end point of the thorax. Click on the right end point of the thorax. Move the upper left control point to the left end point of the heart.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Mean: Average value Current Value: Pixel value of the current position when the mouse was clicked over the graph 10.6. Marking Icon Action Arrow Text 10.7. File Icon Action Open DICOM File Open Image File Export as DICOM or image file.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Click on the start point of the measuring tool over the image and start dragging. Release the mouse at the end point of the measuring tool to complete the calibration. This function shows small box on the image if you click mouse left button.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 11. Study List 11.1. Screen Layout You can manage scanned images in Study List. ② ④ ⑥ ⑦ ① ⑤ ③ ⑧ ⑨ ⑩ ⑪ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ Figure 11.1. Study List ① Edit Column: Display a dialog box for editing the columns of the list. ②...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 11.2. List Sorting: When you click on the header of each column, the list is sorted by the information in the selected column. The sorting order changes every time the header of the column is clicked. ...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 11.3. Edit Column ① ② ③ ⑤ ④ ⑥ ⑦ Figure 11.2. Edit Column ① Columns to be used in the Study List. ② Columns to be hidden in the Study List. ③ Move selected items left and right. ④...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN all the columns will be searched. ② Keyword: Enter the keyword to search. ③ Search: Begin search. 11.5. Export ① ② ③ ④ ⑤ ⑨ ⑧ ⑥ ⑩ ⑪ ⑦ ⑫ ⑬ ⑭ ⑮ Figure 11.2.
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ⑥ Log Message: Shows the progress when recording to an optical disc. ⑦ Progress Bar: Shows the image export progress. ⑧ Study List: Shows the list of selected studies. ⑨ Image List: Shows images selected in the Study List. To not export a certain image, click and unselect the image.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 12. Work List In the Work List screen, you can connect to Work List Servers of PACS or HIS systems and query the list of the studies to conduct. 12.1. Screen Layout ① ② ④...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 12.2. List Columns in Work List are described in Table 12.1. Table 12.1 Column Title Description Sch. Date Scheduled date Sch. Time Scheduled time Modality Name Patient name Patient ID Patient sex Birth Patient birth date Patient age Station AE Station AE title...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 13. Transport In the Transport screen, you can check the transmission results of images sent to an image server or a DICOM printer. 13.1. Screen Layout ② ① ③ ④ Figure 13.1. Transport ① Today: Search only the studies from today. ②...
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User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Duration in seconds AE Title Destination AE title Host Destination IP address Port Destination port Name Patient name Patient ID Status Send status...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 14. Settings 14.1. Screen Layout The Setting screen consists of a main category, sub-category, and specific item. Clicking on the main category item will change the sub-category items. Clicking on the sub-category item will change the specific item in the selected sub-category.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Color of ROI Set the color of the ROI Box. Click on the item to Green change the color in the Color Picker. Apply Auto Window Set whether to automatically apply Auto Window after FALSE After Cropping cropping ROI Box.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Adjustable from 8 to 12 points. 14.3.2. Marking Name Description Default Value Font Name Name of marking font. ARIAL Font Size Size of marking font. Adjustable from 16 to 30 points. 14.3.3. Printer Name Description Default Value Font Name...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 14.4. Network/Export 14.4.1. Image Server Manages list of DICOM servers for transmitting images to. ① Add: Add an image server. Name Description Calling AE Title Set AE title of Quantor. Called AE Title Set AE title of image server. IP Address Image server IP address Port...
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN ④ Network Test: Check the connection by sending DICOM Echo to the selected server. ⑤ Move Up: Move the selected server up. ⑥ Move Down: Move the selected server down. ⑦ Timeout: Drop the connection when responses are not received within the set amount of time.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 10INX14IN 11INX14IN 14INX14IN 14INX17IN 24CMX30CM 24CMX24CM Polarity NORMAL NORMAL INVERTED Magnification REPLICATE BILINEAR BILINEAR CUBIC NONE Border BLACK FALSE WHITE Empty BLACK FALSE WHITE FALSE FALSE Image Box Bits Used Check boxes for each item will be automatically activated once a server is added. Quantor sends images to all checked servers according to the order on the list.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN 14.5. Work List 14.5.1. Work List Name Description Default Value Auto Query Interval Set the execution interval of Auto Query when using 1 min the Auto Query function on the Work List screen. S. Proc. Match with The Work List Server records scan codes and S.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN Name Description Default Value Left Left margin. Top margin. Right Right margin. Bottom Bottom margin. 14.6.3. Print Overlay Contents Select items to be shown in the image when printing. 14.7. System 14.7.1. Exposure Input Allow scan values to be entered in the Scan screen.
User Manual QuantorMed Plus TM -721-EN image that has not been transmitted. Never: Never can be deleted. Confirm: Delete after confirmation. Always: Always delete without asking. 14.7.3. System Options Set other system settings. Name Description Default Value Temporary Path Set the folder for saving temporary files used in the Installation...
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