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  • Page 1 ™ ODYSSEY, Q-VISION HF Series™ X-ray Generators Service Manual Manual Part No. DC30-011 Revision W...
  • Page 2 This manual is copyrighted and all rights are reserved. No portion of this document may be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior consent in writing from Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC. (QMI) This Service Manual is incomplete without Operator’s Manual part number DC30-010.
  • Page 3 4-1 thru 4-20 B-1 thru B-56 1-1 thru 1-22 5-1 thru 5-96 C-1 thru C-7 2-1 thru 2-56 6-1 thru 6-67 D-1 thru D-66 3-1 thru 3-72 A-1 thru A-16 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 4 Revision History THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    OVERVIEW ..................2-3 PRE-INSTALLATION GUIDELINES ........... 2-3 Verify Equipment Location ............2-3 Electrical Requirements ............2-5 UNPACKING .................. 2-5 INSTALLATION ..................2-6 REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS ..........2-6 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 6 Q-VISION OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL - NETWORK SETTINGS VERIFICATION ............2-49 ROTOR DRIVE BOARD A10 (AY40-013T) PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION ................2-55 CHAPTER 3 - CALIBRATION OVERVIEW ..................3-3 REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS ..........3-3 Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 7 OVERVIEW ..................4-3 OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL CIRCUIT ..........4-3 Microcontroller U3 Operation ............. 4-3 Flash Memory U2 ..............4-3 EEPROM U17 Operation ............4-4 LCD Controller U12 Operation ........... 4-4 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 8 +15 VDC Power Supply ............4-12 +24 VDC Power Supply ............4-12 ROTOR BOARD CIRCUIT (NON-HIGH SPEED STARTER SYSTEMS) ...4-13 ROTOR BOARD CIRCUIT (QUANTUM INTERNAL HIGH SPEED STARTER SYSTEMS) ............4-13 HSS Control Board A20A1 (AY40-035S) ........4-14 HSS Drive Board A20A2 (AY40-036S) ........4-15 AEC BOARD CIRCUIT ..............4-16...
  • Page 9 Q-HSS Equipped Systems Only: High-Speed Starter Driver Board A20A2 (P/N AY40-036S) Replacement ......5-92 Stored Energy System - Battery Tray Removal ......5-93 Stored Energy System - Battery Tray Replacement ....5-95 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 10 Single-Phase (STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 32, 40 and 50 kW Interconnection Diagram ............6-24 Three-Phase (380-480) Input (32, 40 and 50 kW without High Speed Starter) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram ....6-25 Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual viii Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 11 Line Monitor Board A8 (AY40-022T2/T3), Three-Phase Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram ............6-55 Line Monitor Board A8 (AY40-053S2/AY40-053S3), Three-Phase QMI High-Speed Starter Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram ..6-56 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 12 Factory Reset ................B-8 Backup Configuration Utility ............B-9 GENERATOR CONFIGURATION ............. B-10 Generator Settings ..............B-13 Tube Settings ................ B-15 Ion Chamber Configuration ............ B-17 Film/Screen Default Settings ........... B-21 Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 13 Optical Density Calibration ............B-51 AEC Optical Density Calibration ..........B-52 AEC KV Calibration Procedure ..........B-55 APPENDIX C - LOG4VIEW ERROR LOGGER APPENDIX D - (QG-DIG-CXDI CANON/QUANTUM INTEGRATION) CALIBRATION OVERVIEW ..................D-3 REQUIRED TOOLS AND MATERIALS ..........D-4 ACCESSING GENERATOR SERVICE TOOLS ........D-4 Accessing Generator Service Tools - Q-VISION Operator Control Panel .................
  • Page 14 Table of Contents APPENDIX D - (QG-DIG-CXDI CANON/QUANTUM INTEGRATION) CALIBRATION (CONT’D) Base OD Calibration Procedure ..........D-56 AEC kVp Calibration Procedure ..........D-58 Copy Receptor Calibration Tab ..........D-62 Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 15: Chapter 1 - Specifications

    Chapter SPECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 17: System Configurations

    ODYSSEY QG-3200 QG-3200 HF 32 kW QG-32-3 QG-32G-3 QG-40-2 QG-40G-2 ODYSSEY QG-4000 QG-4000 HF 40 kW QG-40-3 QG-40G-3 QG-50-2 QG-50G-2 ODYSSEY QG-5000 QG-5000 HF 50 kW QG-50 QG-50G HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 18 QG-5000 HF 50 kW Q-VISION QGV-32-SE QG-32-SE QG-32G-SE QGV-32-SE HF 32 kW Q-VISION QGV-40-SE QG-40-SE QG-40G-SE QGV-40-SE HF 40 kW Q-VISION QGV-50-SE QG-50-SE QG-50G-SE QGV-50-SE HF 50 kW Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 19: Physical Specifications

    14.4 inches (365.0 mm) Weight: 13 lbs. (5.9 kg) SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS System Compatibility: Compatible with all Quantum Medical Imaging tube stands, overhead tube cranes, radiographic tables and wall stands Tube Compatibility: Toshiba Models E7239X, E7242X, E7252X, E7254X, E7255X, E7813X, E7869X...
  • Page 20: Power Requirements

    • "Improper or extraordinary use of the Product, improper maintenance of the Product, or failure to comply with any applicable instructions or recommendations of Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 21: Single-Phase X-Ray Generators

    380 - 480 VAC (±10%), 75 Amps, 50/60 Hz Momentary Current: 140 Amps @ 415 VAC Long Term Current: less than 1.0 Amp Mode of Operation: Intermittent operation HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 22: Kw Single Phase (Model Qg-40)

    13 Amps @ 115 VAC 7 Amps @ 230 VAC Long Term Current: less than 1.0 Amp Mode of Operation: Intermittent operation Note: Models QG-25-5, QG-32-5, and QG-40-5 are not UL classified. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 23: Three-Phase X-Ray Generators

    50 kW Three Phase (Model QG-50-3) Line Voltage: 380-480 VAC (±10%), 80 Amps, 50/60 Hz Momentary Current: 144 Amps (@440 VAC) Long Term Current: less than 1.0 Amp Mode of Operation: Intermittent operation HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 24: Kw Three Phase (Model Qg-65)

    The external HSS (QG-HSS) configuration requires a separate 200 - 240 VAC, 20A not required line input. Note that a separate 200- 240 VAC line input is on gen- erators equipped with Internal High Speed Starter (Q-HSS) configuration. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-10 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 25 9. Specifications for single-phase “stored energy” Models QG-20-SE, QG-32-SE, QG-40-SE and QG-50-SE are as follows: 105-130 VAC (±10%), 10 Amps, 50/60 Hz 210-250 VAC (±10%), 10 Amps, 50/60 Hz HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 1-11 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 26 4. The disconnect switch must be located within reach of the operator. Input Voltage: 380-480 (±10%) VAC 50/60 Hz (configured at time of installation) . Ground wire size is 4 AWG. 7. Specifications are subject to change. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-12 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 27 (Note: Additional Neutral wire may be used if required by local electrical code.) 7. Ground wire size is 4 AWG. 8. Specifications are subject to change. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 1-13 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 28 (Note: Additional Neutral wire may be used if required by local electrical code.) Line Regulation: 5% at full load. 8. Ground wire size is 4 AWG. 9. Specifications are subject to change. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-14 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 29: Generator Auxiliary Power Supplies

    Ripple Voltage (output) Time measured at 75% of the peak kVp waveform NOTE: AEC TECHNIQUES SHOULD HAVE EXPOSURE TIMES EXCEEDING 8 MILLISECONDS. mAs is tube dependent † HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 1-15 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 30 NOTE: AEC TECHNIQUES SHOULD HAVE EXPOSURE TIMES EXCEEDING 8 MILLISECONDS. mAs is tube dependent; the generator may not reach maximum mAs due to tube type.  In AEC mode, the mAs is limited to 600. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-16 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 31 In AEC mode, the mAs is limited to 600. High-Speed Starter Duty Cycle: do not to exceed two activations  within any one minute period HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 1-17 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 32 = ± ( 1.0% time + 1 msec. ) Time Accuracy: time = ± ( 0.5% time + 1 msec. ) mAs Accuracy: mAs = ± ( 5.0% mAs + 0.5 mAs ) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-18 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 33: System Options

    Q-HSS: Internal High (Dual) Speed Starter Unit (standard equipment on Models QG-65 and QG-80 • Q-Connect: Enables ethernet connection to a PC computer using Quantum’s "QBus" network integration software; required on systems utilizing a touch- screen operator control panel •...
  • Page 34: Non-Operating Environment

    NON-OPERATING ENVIRONMENT Ambient Temperature: -18°C to +70°C Relative Humidity: 20 to 95%, non-condensing Atmospheric Pressure: 500 hPa to 1060 hPa Figure 1-1. HF Series X-ray Generator Cabinet Dimensions Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-20 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 35 Chapter 1 Specifications Figure 1-2. Odyssey HF Series X-ray Generator Operator Control Panel Dimensions HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 1-21 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 36 Chapter 1 Specifications 7.125 (181.0) 14.4 (365.0) 18.7 (476.0) Figure 1-3. Q-VISION HF Series X-Ray Generator Operator Control Panel Dimensions Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 1-22 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 37 Chapter ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION...
  • Page 39: Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation

    Q-VISION or for integration with a Digital Radiographic Sys- tem), the associated computer monitor functions as the generator operator control panel (OCP). If the workstation is qualified to standard UL 60950/IEC HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 40 2.5 m 1.5 m 1.5 m 1.5 m Figure 2-1. Patient Environment Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 41: Electrical Requirements

    "Damaged Ship- actual parts received. Should there be a shortage or damage, notify ment Note" on Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC.’s customer service department immedi- copies of freight ately. The manufacturer is relieved of any responsibility for damage dur- bill, sign it, and ing shipment after unit is picked up by the carrier.
  • Page 42: Installation

    (3) phillips head screws (in lower front side) securing gen- erator cabinet cover to generator chassis (see Figure 2-1a). Grasp cover on each side, lift up slightly and remove. Figure 2-1a. Generator Cabinet Cover Screw Locations Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 43 5. After all cable connections that require access to the rear of the generator are complete, secure cabinet to floor using 3/8" diameter mounting hardware suitable for floor construction type. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 44: Transformer Line Tap Adjustment (Single Phase Non-Se Systems)

    Figure 2-4 for 380 - 480 VAC single-phase input line tap configurations. Figure 2-3. Single-Phase 208 - 260 VAC Single-Phase Input AC Transformer Line Tap Connections Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 45 403 VAC input, install jumper"380"; for 404-459 VAC input, install jumper "430"; for 460-528 VAC input, install jumper "480"). Also, for 380 - 480 VAC line input configurations, fuses A8F1 and A8F3 should be 1/4A. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 46: Transformer Line Tap Adjustment (Single Phase Se Systems)

    230 VAC). Also, for 115 VAC line input configurations, fuses A8F5 and A8F7 should be 2A; for 230 VAC line input configurations, these fuses should be 1A. Figure 2-5. STORED ENERGY Input AC Transformer Line Tap Connections Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-10 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 47 Chapter 1, SPECIFICATIONS. If line resistance exceeds the specification, the generator must be derated. Refer to Chapter 3, CALIBRATION for derating instructions. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-11 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 48: Ac Input (Mains) Connection

    A separate earth ground, #6 AWG insulated wire, must be installed. This wire must be the only wire con- nected to the generator ground terminal. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-12 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 49 TB1 (see Figure 2-8). TERMINAL BLOCK TB1 GROUND Figure 2-8. Single-Phase Systems - Ground Lug and Terminal Block TB1 Locations HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-13 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 50 If power cord is replaced, ensure that impedance between the protective contact in the mains plug and any accessible metal part which is protec- tively earthed does not exceed 0.1 Ohms. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-14 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 51: High Voltage (H.v.) Tank

    H.V. Tank wiring connec- tions to make sure they are correctly connected. Incorrect wiring can cause damage to the genera- tor. Ensure that ground wires are connected. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-15 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 52 A17J1 on the H.V. Tank and tighten plug securely. 9. Re-install the clear plastic high-voltage protection panel on the generator chassis and re-tighten four (4) mounting screws. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-16 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 53 Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation Figure 2-11. H.V. Tank Connections HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-17 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 54: High Voltage Cables

    CABLE, LOOSEN SET SCREW COAT WITH INSULATING COMPOUND BEFORE INSERTING TIGHTEN RING NUT ONTO RECEPTACLE FULLY TIGHTEN SET SCREW Figure 2-12. High Voltage Cable Connection to H.V. Tank Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-18 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 55 ROTOR ALL OTHER HIGH CABLE CABLES VOLTAGE CABLES GENERATOR CABINET (VIEWED FROM REAR) Figure 2-13. Routing High Voltage Cables into the Generator Cabinet HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-19 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 56 With cable nut properly tightened, secure with 10-32 x 1/4" locking screw. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-20 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 57: Interface Board Settings & Connections

    TABLE BUCKY POWER WALL STAND BUCKY POWER X-RAY ON LIGHT TERMINAL BLOCK TB3 TERMINAL BLOCK TB4 TERMINAL BLOCK TB5 Figure 2-15. Non-Digital System Interface Board A9 - Connection Locations HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-21 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 58: Door Interlock Switch Connection

    AY40-062T boards, pin 3 is not used). See Figures 2-15 or 2-16 for terminal block TB5 location. When the X-ray generator is in either PREP or EXPOSE states, the circuit will be continuous (contacts closed). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-22 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 59: Collimator Connections

    2. Negative lead to terminal P2-2 (-) on power supply P2-1 (+) P2-2 (-) OUTPUT VOLTAGE ADJ. POT. Figure 2-16a. Internal +28 VDC Power Supply Option (QG-28VPS) Location HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-23 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 60: Tube Rotor Boost Voltage Verification (Systems Without High (Dual) Speed Starter Option)

    Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation The output of the +28 VDC Power Supply is adjusted depending on the type of Quantum product it will supply power to, as indicated below: Table 2-1a: Internal +28 VDC Power Supply Option (QG-28VPS) Adjustment...
  • Page 61: Radiographic System Equipment Connections

    Drive Board A10 (P/N AY40-013T) as shown in Figure 2-17. Connect the opposite end to the X-ray tube’s terminal strip (refer to appropriate intercon- nection diagram in Chapter 6, DIAGRAMS for tube connections). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-25 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 62 TEST POINT 13 NOT USED 60 VAC GROUND TEMP TERMINAL BLOCK TB1 TEST POINT 1 TEST POINT 2 COMMON MAIN Figure 2-17. Rotor Board AY40-013T Tube Rotor Cable Connections Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-26 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 63: Tube Rotor Cable (Systems With Aid External High Speed Starter Qg-Hss Option Only)

    Toshiba E7252X and E7813X should be configured for 45 uF. All other tube types require 30 uF. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-27 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 64 #10*) tap*) SW1-2 = ON SW2-2 = ON SW1-3 = OFF SW2-3 = OFF SW1-4 = ON SW2-4 = ON SW1-5 = OFF SW2-5 = OFF Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-28 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 65 Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation Figure 2-18. AID High Speed Starter Connections HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-29 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 66 Also, ensure the generator is configured with the correct value rotor capaci- tors for the installed tube as indicated in Table 2-3a. Table 2-3a: Quantum High-Speed Starter Rotor Phase Capacitor Configuration Tube Type Rotor Phase Capacitors...
  • Page 67 5. Connect the TEMP SENSE (ORN) conductor to terminal 1 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 Terminal Block TB4. 6. Connect the TEMP SENSE (GRN) conductor to terminal 2 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 Terminal Block TB4. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-31 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 68 3. Connect the PHASE (BLK 1) conductor to terminal 3 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 Terminal Block TB2. 4. Connect the COMMON (BLK 2) conductor to terminal 6 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 Terminal Block TB2. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-32 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 69 6. Connect the TEMP SENSE (WHT) conductor to terminal 2 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 Terminal Block TB4. 7. Connect the opposite end to the X-ray tube’s terminal strip. Figure 2-18b. Overhead Tube Crane System Rotor Cable Connections HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-33 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 70 Table 2-4: AID ICX-153 or ICX-1153 Ion Chamber 9-Pin Sub-D Connector Pin-Outs 9-PIN SUB-D FUNCTION CONNECTOR PIN NONE FIELD 2 SELECT FIELD 1 SELECT RESET OUTPUT FIELD 3 SELECT NEGATIVE SUPPLY POSITIVE SUPPLY GROUND Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-34 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 71: Interfacing To Canon Digital Radiographic Receptor (When Applicable)

    Interface Board A9, P/N AY40-034T terminal blocks A9TB7 (Wall Stand) and A9TB3 (Table), respectively, using 4-conductor, 18AWG cable. Refer to the digital receptor manufacturer’s installation manual for more detailed wiring instructions. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-35 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 72: Interfacing To Cmt Digital Radiographic Receptor (When Applicable)

    Interfacing to Siemens Ion Chambers (When Applicable) Note: When interfacing the generator to a Siemens table/wall ion chamber and a Quantum table/wall ion chamber (AID type), only the Siemens ion chambers require the use of cable assembly AY51-061. The Quantum table/wall ion chamber can be connected directly to AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S) connector J10 (TABLE) or J8 (WALL).
  • Page 73 G1,G2 X11" and "KK1B G1,G2 X12". Plugs "X10" (TABLE), "X11" (WALL) and "X12" (TOMO SWEEP TIME) will need to be cut off and the wire ends stripped to allow connection to the universal AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S) pluggable HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-37 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 74 Figure 2-21. Siemens Tomo/Ion Chamber Interface Cable Interconnection Diagram Check that jumper JP1 is installed on Universal AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S). If not, install a jumper. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-38 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 75: Interfacing To Pausch Tomography System (When Applicable)

    Be sure to re-program the tomo sweep times on the Pausch tomography system to correspond with available time settings selectable at the HF Series generator Operator Control Panel. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-39 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 76 Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation Figure 2-22. Pausch Tomography System Interconnection Diagram Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-40 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 77: Operator Control Panel Setup

    7. Connect OCP serial cable (P/N AY51-018) between connector A16J1 on the OCP and connector J5 on CPU Board A1 (P/N AY40-006T). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-41 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 78 #W drill bit (0.390" diameter). After OCP cable connection is complete, secure OCP to floor using 3/8" hardware suitable for floor type. Figure 2-23. OCP Mounting Hole Locations Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-42 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 79: Ocp Wall Mounting (Qg-Wm Option)

    4. Turn over the OCP. Lift up OCP front panel (if necessary, insert a small flat blade screwdriver under the edge of the panel, in the upper left side, and lift up panel) to access OCP mounting holes. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-43 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 80: Q-Vision Operator Control Panel

    OCP Interface Board (AY40-073S) connector J1 (see Figure 2-24a). 5. Install the Ethernet Switch Power Supply connector, and plug transformer into 110 VAC, 60Hz electric outlet (220 VAC, 50Hz power source applica- Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-44 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 81 Figure 2-24b. ETHERNET CABLE CONNECTION GENERATOR LOGIC BOARD (AY40-006S) OCP INTERFACE BOARD (AY40-073S) Figure 2-24a. OCP Interface Board - AY40-073S (Ethernet Connection) Figure 2-24b. Ethernet Switch Box (Grounded) HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-45 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 82: Integrated Workstation Operator Control Panel

    (PC). Typically, this adapter is factory installed, and is ready for use when the unit is shipped. If the Q-Connect Ethernet adapter is needed, Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-46 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 83: Optional Remote Expose Switch Connection

    Chapter 2 Assembly & Installation upgrade kits are available (contact Quantum Technical Support for more information). Refer to the Integration System Service Manual provided, depending on the the type system integration, for system interconnection and software installa- tion instructions. A general Q-Connect Option System Interconnection Dia- gram is provided in Chapter 6, DIAGRAMS in this manual for reference.
  • Page 84: Transformer Tap Validation

    Phase C located on Line Monitor Board A8 Fuse F6. d. In addition, using a DMM, measure 265 VAC between terminal block TB1 (neutral) and each Phase A, B and C. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-48 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 85: Q-Vision Operator Control Panel - Network Settings Verification

    2. Set the power on/standby switch on the Power/Expose Control Box to the on ( ) position. 3. The system begins the start up sequence. After a few seconds, the Q-VISION control panel screen will display. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-49 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 86 6. In the Enter Password screen, enter the default Service Technician password (58623) using the keypad, then select Enter. The word "Login" is replaced with "FieldTech" on the Generator Help Services screen to indicate successful login. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-50 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 87 9. The Network Settings Screen displays the network configuration settings of the personal computer housed within the all-in-one Q-VISION operator con- trol panel. Verify the fields are set as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-51 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 88 13. On the Generator Help Services screen, select Generator Service. The Generator Service Options Menu appears: ONLY PRESS THESE BUTTONS WHEN DIRECTED TO DO SO BY TECHNICAL SUPPORT Figure 2-25e. General Service Options Menu Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-52 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 89 16. Touch the Identify button. An audible tone will be emitted by the Power/ Expose Control Box if the Q-VISION OCP and the generator cabinet IP are communicating properly via the ethernet network connection. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-53 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 90 Generator IP Address in accordance with instructions provided by the cognizant IT professional for the facility at which the System is installed. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-54 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 91: Rotor Drive Board A10 (Ay40-013T) Performance Verification

    . If necessary, adjust PEAK A10R20 to achieve the correct voltage. 6. Set A10R24 to approximately midrange. 7. Press and hold PREP key for approximately 3 seconds. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 2-55 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 92 183 - 227 VAC during boost, 54 - 66 VAC during run 11. Install cabinet cover. 12. Proceed with system calibration procedure described in Chapter 3, CALIBRATION. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 2-56 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 93 Chapter CALIBRATION...
  • Page 95: Chapter 3 Calibration

    The HF Series x-ray generator has been factory configured and calibrated. It is nec- essary, however, to perform the following procedures to validate system compliance. Perform the procedures in the sequence presented, unless otherwise instructed. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 96: Accessing Service Mode

    4. Within five seconds of start up, press the upper left field select key as shown in Figure 3-1). The Password menu displays: FIELD SELECT KEYS Figure 3-2. Password Menu Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 97 (refer to Chapter 4, APR EDITOR in the operator’s manual for more information). Pressing the key next to the Exit field returns the system to the Start Up screen (see Figure 3-1). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 98: System Configuration

    "Universal", AEC OFF) • Rotor Drive setting: Accesses the rotor drive settings - 60 Hz (no high speed starter), 50 Hz (no high speed starter), Quantum internal high- speed starter (QMI HSS), or AID external high-speed starter (AID HSS) •...
  • Page 99: Printer On/Off Setting

    When set to Off, serial data output for a printer is disabled. Note: The printer setting has no affect on upload or download functionality using Q-Ware software. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 100: Generator Configuration/Derating Settings

    2. Press the key located next to the Save field. The derating percentage setting is saved in non-volatile read-only memory (NVROM) and the sys- tem returns to the Service Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-4). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 101: Aec Setting

    2. Press the key located next to the AEC field to select the appropriate AEC setting. 3. To exit the screen and return to the Service Menu, press the key next to the Main field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 102: Rotor Drive Setting

    NOTE: On systems equipped with high-speed starter option (HSS), tube "high-speed" mode will only be activated when selected exposure factors exceed the limits used for low-speed operation. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 103: Edit Facility/Welcome Facility Utility

    Chapter 4, APR EDITOR of the operator’s manual. (Note: The maximum number of characters for the facility nameor dealer name field is 48.) Figure 3-8. Edit Facility/Edit Welcome Screen HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-11 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 104: Tube Type Setting

    Derating (Tube%) functions. The tube model setting is preset at the factory and normally should not be changed, except after replacing the existing tube (Note: Consult Quantum Service Department with a different type tube. before attempting to re-configure generator with a tube type that is different than the factory-configured tube type.)
  • Page 105: Edit Digital Settings

    2. The Universal setting is used to enable or disable operator selection of a table receptor when the generator is used with a "Universal" C-arm x-ray system, such as the Quantum QV-800 or Pausch COSMOS-2 system or with a Canon CXDI-50G portable DR receptor using two ion chambers (wall and table).
  • Page 106: Ion Chamber/Receptor Configuration

    Auxilliary only used on systems equipped with AEC Board A11, AY40- 027S). Be sure that the selected ion chamber is properly interfaced to the AEC Board A11 as described in Chapter 2, ASSEMBLY & INSTALLA- TION.) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-14 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 107 The ION CHAMBER Configuration Screen also provides settings that facilitate proper interfacing of the generator with different ion chamber and receptor types. These include Polarity, Wall Relay ON/OFF, Table Relay ON/OFF, Invert, and Slope/Level settings. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-15 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 108 Setting Chamber Chamber Chamber Chamber Chamber Chamber Settings Settings Settings Settings Settings Settings Polarity Wall Relay Table Relay Invert Slope/Lvl Level Level Slope Slope Slope Slope Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 109 "1" if the field is selected (called "High Active"). This setting is ignored unless the "Universal AEC" selection is chosen. The "Stan- dard AEC" board is always "Not Inverted". HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-17 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 110: Tomo Setting

    The generator must be equipped with a "Universal" type AEC Board (i.e., AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S) must be installed). To configure the generator for tomo operation, proceed as follows: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-18 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 111 (see Figure 3-14 or 3-15) is displayed: ON SIEMENS TOMO SYSTEMS, DO NOT CHANGE ANY TOMO TIME SETTINGS Figure 3-14. Tomo Times Screen - Siemens Tomo Selected HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-19 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 112 Pausch system. c. Verify all tomo times are correct and then press the key next to the Previous Screen field to save and exit. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-20 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 113: System Settings

    Refer to APR Edit chapter in the Operator’s Manual for APR procedure back up time/mAs settings. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-21 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 114: Set Date Screen

    Figure 3-17, above, until desired date is displayed. 2. To exit the screen and return to the Start Up Screen, press the key next to the Main field. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-22 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 115: Set Time Screen

    "Digital" will be also be selectable. Note that the factory default film/screen combination names may be changed using the film/screen combination name edit utility as described in Service Manual. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-23 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 116 The selected film/screen combination is now the film/ screen combination used when "AUX" image receptor is selected for exposures using AEC and APR AEC mode exposures. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-24 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 117: Apr Format Setting

    No FS - APR Procedure Screens will not display the film speed screen field • No FS, No CM - APR Procedure Screens will not display the film speed nor the CM (thickness) screen fields HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-25 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 118: Language Setting

    Press the key next to the Language field to scroll through available lan- guages (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, etc.) until desired lan- guage is displayed. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-26 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 119: Back Up Mas Setting

    2. To save the indicated backup mAs setting and return to the Service Set- tings Menu, press the key next to the Save field or the Previous Screen field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-27 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 120: Generator Timeout Setting

    2. To exit the screen and return to the Start Up Screen, press the key next to the Main field Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-28 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 121: System Calibration

    » Sentence (Modified Sentences) » History (Error Log) » Objects (all other of the program variables and subroutines excluding the above parameters; includes kV, mA, and filament calibration values) HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-29 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 122 Rotor 60 Hz DIGITAL RECEPTOR None ION CHAMBERS (TABLE, WALL, WALL2, AUXILLIARY) DETECTORS POLARITY WALL RELAY TABLE RELAY INVERT SLOPE/LVL SLOPE WALL 40 FILM SCREEN Wall 40" Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-30 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 123 The paragraphs that follow describe the procedures for performing each of the above calibration functions. Following initial system installation, these procedures should be performed in the order presented in this chapter. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-31 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 124: General Calibration Procedure Notes

    To obtain a copy of the Q-Ware program, contact Quantum Medical Imaging’s Customer Service Department. IMPORTANT! Use the same configuration of bucky, grid, ion chamber and film cassette/screen that will be used with the "Film/Screen"...
  • Page 125: Film Speed Setting On Non-Aec Systems

    "Editing a Film/ Screen Combination Name" procedure in the AEC calibration section of this chapter. 4. Repeat above steps for both wall and table receptors, as necessary. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-33 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 126: A/D Calibration

    NIST standard) as the benchmark. Once calibrated, the generator’s CPU continuously monitors these internal voltages and will terminate or not allow exposure if certain tolerances are exceeded. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-34 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 127 3. Refer to Table 3-5 and connect a voltmeter to the test point correspond- ing to the voltage level selected for calibration. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-35 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 128 5. Press key next to the Save Calibrate field to save the calibration entry. 6. Press the key next to Previous Screen to return to the A/D Calibration menu. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-36 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 129: Kv Calibration Function

    Measure KVP#1 field is set to the value displayed on the kVp meter. Each time the key is pressed changes the kV value up/down in one-tenth increments. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-37 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 130 The KV Calibration Screen (First Measure) should be displayed. 12. To proceed to filament calibration, press the key next to the Next Cali- bration field. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-38 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 131: Filament Offset Calibration

    FLAT CURVE, NO PEAKS Figure 3-31. Filament Offset Current Measurement (Using an Oscilloscope) Access the Filament Calibration Menu (shown in Figure 3-31) and proceed as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-39 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 132 LEADS GREEN/YELLOW WIRES (2X) GREEN/YELLOW WIRES (2X) CONNECTOR A17P1 HIGH VOLTAGE TANK A17 (AY20-031 or AY20-032) GENERATOR CABINET (PCB DOOR OPEN) Figure 3-32. MAS Meter Connection Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-40 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 133 Repeat this step until measured mA is 75, or until waveform is relatively flat. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-41 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 134 If this occurs, increase the filament current by lowering the filament offset value (i.e., by pressing the Filament Small or Fila- ment Large up arrow key). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-42 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 135: Ma Calibration

    H.V. Transformer (see Figure 3-21) and connecting the (Note: The MAS meter should remain removed wires to the mAs meter. connected throughout calibration. These wires must be re-connected when finished calibration.) HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-43 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 136 6. Press key next to the First Measure field to proceed to 400L mA calibra- tion setting. The following menu should be displayed: SAVE MA CALIBRATION INCREASE/ DECREASE 400L MA KEYS Figure 3-36. MA Calibration Menu (Second Measure) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-44 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 137 CAUTION! If using a mAs meter, re-connect the green/yellow wire marked "MAS METER" to the ground stud on top of the H.V. Transformer (see Figure 3-32). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-45 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 138 AEC Calibration Menu (see Figure 3-40). With seven available film/screens, the operator should have a sufficient selection of film/screen options for use with the system. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-46 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 139: Aec Calibration

    • Copy Film/Screen - Accesses the Copy Film/Screen Menu. The Copy Film/Screen Menu is a utility that enables AEC calibration data to be copied from one calibrated film/screen combination HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-47 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 140: Aec Calibration Procedures

    AEC films for each SID/receptor meet applica- ble regulatory agency requirements. If required, further optical density accuracy can be attained by performing the "AEC KV Calibration" procedure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-48 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 141 Repeat as necessary. 9. Access the Service Settings Menu and reset Backup mAs to original setting noted previously. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-49 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 142 Repeat as necessary. 11. Access Service Settings Menu and select Back Up Time/MAS. Return the AEC Backup Setting to desired back up mAs. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-50 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 143 • If the generator is equipped with "standard" type AEC (i.e., AEC Board A11 is part number AY40-031S), adjust potentiometer A11R12 to increase or decrease the mAs value. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-51 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 144 "Wall 72", "Wall 40"", "Table 40", "100 Speed", "200 Speed", "800 Speed", "Film 7", and "Digital" (if "Digital Receptor" is enabled in the Service Configuration Menu). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-52 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 145 Previous, No Save to ignore the changes and return to the AEC Calibration Menu. To restore film/screen name to the factory default name, press the key next to the Factory Reset field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-53 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 146 Set "AEC Ref" to 2000. c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potentiometer until base optical density is achieved in developed films. 4. Perform "Reciprocity Calibration". 5. Perform "AEC KV Calibration". Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-54 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 147 *Step 7 - 130 kVp, 200L mA, 30 cm Optical Density: Setting: *Step 8 - 140 kVp, 200L mA, 30 cm Optical Density: * Only required on 150 kVp systems HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-55 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 148 The "base optical density" setting establishes the optical density of the films produced when the operator selects this film/screen combi- nation in either APR AEC or AEC mode.) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-56 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 149 AEC Refer- ence until you obtain the desired optical density. If the system is equipped with AEC Board A11 part number AY40-027S, proceed as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-57 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 150 AEC Ref up arrow key and increase AEC Ref value, then repeat exposure. If density is too high, press the AEC Ref down arrow key and decrease AEC Ref value, then repeat expo- Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-58 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 151 Optical Density setting in the AEC Optical Density Calibration Menu to "1.29". Note that 1.29 is now the "base" AEC optical density for the film/screen being calibrated. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-59 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 152 (the Measured OD up arrow key increases the optical density value and the Measured OD down arrow key decreases the optical density value). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-60 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 153 13. Press the key next to the Save Calibrate field to save the calibration data for the 50 kVp, 25S mA reciprocity calibration point. 14. Press the key next to the Next Calibrate field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-61 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 154 7. Press the key next to the Measure OD field to save the first kV cali- bration point entry (50 kV, 5 CM). The AEC KV Calibration screen is updated for the next kV calibration point (60 kV, 10 CM). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-62 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 155 12. This completes AEC calibration for this particular film/screen combi- nation. Repeat AEC calibration procedures for all additional film/ screen combinations that will be used with the system. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-63 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 156 2. Press the key next to the Film/Screen field (upper left field) until the the film/screen combination you want to copy calibration data to is displayed. 3. Press the key next to the Copy Film/Screen field. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-64 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 157 APR editing was performed) as a backup in case a problem occurs that requires re-calibra- tion of the generator. To obtain a copy of the Q- Ware program, contact Quantum Medical Imag- ing’s Customer Service Department. 2. Be sure to only use calibrated film/screens in all programmed APR procedures.
  • Page 158: Non-Aec Reproducibility Verification

    C= Coefficient of Variation s = standard deviation = Mean value of mR readings x = i th observation sampled n = number of observations sampled Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-66 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 159: Aec Reproducibility Verification (Only Perform On Units Equipped With Qg-Aec Option)

    Non-AEC Linearity Data Table 3-12. 5. Calculate the linearity using the worksheet provided in Table 3-12, and con- firm it meets the required limit (< 0.1). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-67 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 160: Aec Linearity Verification (Only Perform On Units Equipped With Qg-Aec Option)

    = ± ( 1.0% time + 1 msec. ) Time Accuracy: time = ± ( 0.5% time + 1 msec. ) mAs Accuracy: mAs = ± ( 5.0% mAs + 0.5 mAs ) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-68 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 161 ASSEMBLER: _________________________________ TEST DATE: _______________ Table 3-10. Non-AEC Reproducibility Data Exposure Number MEAN VALUE (x) C.O.V. Table 3-11. AEC Reproducibility Data Exposure Number MEAN VALUE (x) C.O.V. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-69 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 162 = mR ÷ mAs = mR ÷ mAs _______ ÷ _______ _______ ÷ _______ = _______ = _______ = _______ = _______ LINEARITY = ________________ must be < 0.1 Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 3-70 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 163 = mR ÷ mAs = mR ÷ mAs _______ ÷ _______ _______ ÷ _______ = _______ = _______ = _______ = _______ LINEARITY = ________________ must be < 0.1 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 3-71 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 164 To obtain a copy of the Q-Ware program, contact Quantum Medical Imaging’s Customer Service Department. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual...
  • Page 165 Chapter THEORY OF OPERATION...
  • Page 167: Chapter 4 Theory Of Operation

    Chapter 4 Theory of Operation OVERVIEW The following paragraphs provide theory of operation for ODYSSEY HF Series Gener- ators. Each circuit description references a functional block diagram contained in Chapter 6, Diagrams. OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL CIRCUIT NOTE: If the generator is configured with the "Q- Connect option"...
  • Page 168: Eeprom U17 Operation

    LCD Controller U12 Operation LCD Controller U12 controls the Odyssey HF Series LCD display (the LCD on Quest systems has the LCD Controller built in). The microcontroller U3 stores the data that will be displayed on the current screen in the RAM of LCD Con- troller U12.
  • Page 169: Switching Power Supply Circuit

    Expose states, the Logic Circuit controls and monitors the Filament Regulator Control Circuit, KVP & Filament Control Circuit, Rotor board, Interface board, Line Monitor Circuit, and the AEC Circuit (when equipped). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 170: Generator/Ocp Communication

    U16 is the 4.8V voltage reference for Microcontroller U14 internal A-D. Microcontroller U14 controls the Rotor Board; it provides the necessary signals for boost and run, and it monitors the tube rotation signal and rotor temperature. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 171: Filament Control Regulator Circuit

    The output of the kVp divider within the High Voltage (H.V.) Transformer is input to Anode Amplifiers U1A, U1B and Cathode Amplifiers U2A, U2B as the ANODE FDBK and CATHODE FDBK signals, respectively. The outputs of the Anode and HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 172: Line Monitor Circuit (Non-Se Single-Phase And Three-Phase Systems)

    The Input Line Monitor Circuit monitors the incoming line voltage to ensure it is at the correct voltage level required for taking an exposure. This circuit is configurable for either single-phase systems (anode capacitor bank only) or Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 173: Capacitor Discharge Circuit

    ON/OFF switch (on the OCP) is set back to the ON position, a ground signal is sent via Auto-Shutoff Relay K4 to System On/Off Relay K4, thus turning on the generator. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 174: Three-Phase Line Monitor Circuit

    1.2 Kohm, 50-watt external bleeder resistors R1A and R1B in parallel with the Anode and Cathode Storage Capacitor Banks. These resistors discharge the capacitors to below 24 VDC within two minutes. When the Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-10 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 175: Generator Auto-Shutoff Circuit

    An Over-voltage Fault signal is also sent to Logic Board A1, which will return a separate shutdown command to the PWMs for redundant safety. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 4-11 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 176: Power Supply Circuit

    -15VDC (TP8). The input negative DC voltage (TP7 approximately -21V) to the regulator comes from the bridge rectifier DB2 and filter capacitor C13. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-12 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 177: Rotor Board Circuit (Non-High Speed Starter Systems)

    Relay K2 is supplied through connector J4. ROTOR BOARD CIRCUIT (QUANTUM INTERNAL HIGH SPEED STARTER SYSTEMS) The following applies only to systems equipped with a Quantum-manufactured High Speed Starter (Q-HSS). The Q-HSS functions to drive the rotating anode of many types of 3" or 4" x-ray tubes. The tube anode rotates at either of two dis- tinct speeds/frequencies;...
  • Page 178: Hss Control Board A20A1 (Ay40-035S)

    "Not Rotating" error appears on the Operator Control Panel display. The available test points on HSS Control Board A20A1 are: • TP1: GND • TP2: +15V Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-14 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 179: Hss Drive Board A20A2 (Ay40-036S)

    A20A1. Similarly, the Main to Common voltage is monitored at test point A20A2TP14 (sample of the output voltage). If the voltage exceeds a preset voltage threshold, the high speed starter shuts down the rotor and an Over HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 4-15 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 180: Aec Board Circuit

    The ion chamber is selected from the operator control console via the TABLE and WALL receptor keys. These selections are input to control logic con- tained on Logic Board A1 AY40-006S, which controls the selection of the ion Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-16 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 181: Universal Type Aec

    • Polarity of the AEC output signal • The level of ion detectors selection signal (active low/active high). The ion chamber ON (Reset) is always active low. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 4-17 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 182: • +300 Vdc Power Supply

    AEC calibration based on the ion chamber type and film/screen combination. The circuits are divided into two sections: one for a level type ion chamber, and one for a slope type ion chamber. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-18 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 183 *Note: Settings indicated are for right hand load side; for left hand load, use A11R63 to adjust right field and A11R66 for left field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 4-19 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 184: Tomography Circuitry

    The Universal AEC Board detects the selected tomo sweep time, and sends it to the Logic Board. The Logic Board sends the data to the OCP via serial communication protocol. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 4-20 Quantum Medical Imaging...
  • Page 185 Chapter SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 187: Chapter 5 Service Instructions

    Participation is important to minimize any potential effects of batteries and accumulators on the environment and human health due to the potential presence of hazardous substances. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 188: Service Maintenance

    To keep the HF Series X-ray Generator operating properly, it must be inspected and calibrated at regular intervals, depending on the age and use of the equip- ment. When there is a problem, call a Quantum Medical Imaging-recognized ser- vice technician. Do not operate equipment until all repairs are complete.
  • Page 189: Troubleshooting

    Refer to the following descriptions for assistance in interpreting the error HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 190 Power Supply Board A6 (AY40-005T) connector J2 and re-check +24 VDC test point. If +24 VDC is present, something is loading down voltage. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 191 Cathode voltage is detected. Note: This error applicable on Q- Connect Systems only. See "Minus 15V" message See "Minus 15V" message Negative See "Vref-" message See "Vref-" message Negative Reference HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 192 5 µsec./div. and the vertical amplitude to 5V/div. Take an exposure. An "Anode Volt" error will display and the following wave- form should be obtained: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 193 A2 and re-check drive signal as described in the previous step. If problem persists, replace Logic Board A1 (AY40-006S) and re- check. If still not corrected, check wiring. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 194 Sample waveform above is with operator control panel set for 50 kVp, 200L mA, 100 ms. (Each volt measured represents 8.2 kV.) If spikes are present, this indicates arcing in either the x-ray tube or high voltage transformer. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 195 APR view (if caused during APR mode) and/or Backup Time/ mAs in Service Settings configura- tion screen are set correctly (i.e., not too low). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-11 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 196 GND. Adjust A8R19 to mea- sure +2.10 - +2.14 VDC. 6. Connect a DMM between A8TP20 and GND. Adjust A8R60 to mea- sure +2.10 - +2.14 VDC. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-12 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 197 Generator kV, mA, and/or filament Access Service Mode and perform calibration settings are outside of kV, mA, and/or filament calibration. acceptable limits for normal sys- tem operation. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-13 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 198 OCP. If kV value is acceptable, check H.V.Trans- former. If kV value is not accept- able, perform steps 8 through 10. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-14 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 199 APR tree (missing value or {1} = AnatomicalRegion ing a view. out-of-range value). {2} = ViewName Please {3} More details about this error. check the APR tree. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-15 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 200 2. In case of Emergency, press that has already been exposed. URGENT button to override expo- 2. The CR/DR system is not in an sure lock. acquisition mode. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 201 3. Check fuse F8 on Interface Board Board A2. A9 (AY40-023T). 2. Filament Control Board A5 4. Check for loose connector A6P2. (AY40-007T) regulator A-D. 5. Replace Filament Control Board A5 (AY40-007T). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-17 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 202 (such as PREP and correct.) EXPOSE) are inhibited. 2. A16A1U2 may be damaged - replace OCP Control Board. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-18 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 203 Using DMM, measure dc voltage at A1 too low. test point A1TP1. If less than +5 VDC, check for blown fuse F8 on Interface Board A9 (AY40-023T). Replace fuse if necessary. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-19 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 204 If High Speed starter is connected to Detected detected when none is selected. generator, change setting in Service / Config / Rotor to a HSS setting ("QMI HSS" or "AID HSS"). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-20 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 205 Exposure Value Invalid The database is corrupt. Call Technical Service/Support. Break Time Exposure Value Invalid The Digital License is not active. Call Technical Service/Support. Digital License HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-21 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 206 Re-calibrate system. Exposure Value Invalid 1. Improper calibration. Re-calibrate system. Receptor 2. Corrupt database. Invalid 1. Improper calibration. Re-calibrate system. Time 2. Corrupt database. Exposure Value Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-22 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 207 A2TP9 (+18V). If not present, replace KVP Control Board A2. Check voltages at A2TP3 (+15V) and A2TP5 (-15V). If not present, replace Power Supply Board A6 (AY40-005T). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-23 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 208 Check A1U9. Call Technical Service/ Micro sor A1U9 returned incorrect Support. checksum. LBSlave Logic Board slave microproces- Check A1U10. Call Technical Ser- Micro sor A1U10 returned incorrect vice/Support. checksum. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-24 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 209 The measured voltage for each should be one-half the value measured in previous step. If not, check incoming line voltage at TB2 (TB1 on SE units). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-25 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 210 8. Rectifier DB1 (and/or DB2 on two- power module systems) is dam- aged. 9. On SE units, the Line Monitor/ Source Charger board (AY40- 028T) is not working properly. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-26 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 211 The measured voltage for each should be one-half the value mea- sured in the previous step. If not, check incoming line voltage at TB2 (TB1 on SE units). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-27 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 212 Long Prep PREP time exceeded the eigh- Press any key on the Operator Con- teen-seconds limit. trol Panel to clear warning message. Re-take exposure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-28 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 213 TP4, check for less than 1 V during PREP and Exposure. If not, replace OCP Control Board A16A1 (AY40-004S1). 3. If problem persists, then replace Logic Board A1 (AY40-006S). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-29 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 214 KVP Control Board A2. If problem per- sists, replace H.V. Transformer A17 (AY20-031 on 125 kVp sys- tem, or AY20-032 on 150 kVp sys- tem). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-30 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 215 No AEC AEC operating mode is selected, Select the appropriate AEC Field(s) Field but no AEC Field is Selected. for the examination. Selected HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-31 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 216 AUX receptor selected, but Gen- Select the WALL or TABLE receptor erator is not equipped with Univer- or NONE. Equipped sal Option. Rotating Systems without a high-speed starter: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-32 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 217 2. Verify jumper JP6 is installed on Logic Board A1 (AY40-006S). 3. Check rotor cable connection between tube and high speed starter unit. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-33 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 218 Press PREP. Verify during PREP the signal on TP19 is 0 Volts (low) and TP14 is oscillating all the time. If TP19 is oscillating, replace HSS Control Board A20A1. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-34 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 219 The gate pulses should be between 12-14 volts on each channel. If not, replace HSS Driver Board A20A2 (AY40- 036S). Otherwise, replace blown fuse(s). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-35 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 220 6. Verify wiring between TB4 on HSS HSS Driver Board A20A2 Driver Board A20A2 and Tube (AY40-036S) and Tube Rotor. Rotor is good. Correct if necessary. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-36 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 221 (no READY Icon its ready state (READY icon dis- displayed). played on Overlay). Note: Maximum of two high-speed starts per minute are permitted. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-37 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 222 F4 on Interface Board A9 (AY40-023T). If F4 is open, replace fuse. If there still is no +24 VDC at A6TP8, replace Power Supply Board. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-38 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 223 If not within range, replace Logic Board A1 (AY40- 006S). Prep Exposure sequence disabled due Call Technical Service/Support. to loss of communication with PREP watchdog timer. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-39 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 224 3. Verify wiring between TB2 and HSS Driver Board A20A2 TB4 on HSS Driver Board A20A2 (AY40-036S) and Tube Rotor. and Tube Rotor is good. Correct if necessary. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-40 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 225 If it re-occurs, check connection A10J3-3 (orange wire) to Logic Board A1 connector J10-3. If this is good, replace the Logic Board. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-41 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 226 036S) and the connection between J2 on HSS Control Board A20A1 and J8 on Logic Board A1 (AY40- 006S). If connections are good, call for Technical Service/Support. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-42 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 227 2. Use Backup Configuration. tion is corrupt. Stuck But- Button down at power-up. 1. Take finger off button 2. Check keyboard buttons for proper operation. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-43 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 228 1. Modify technique factor(s) (e.g., Limits on current AEC technique factors reduce kVp). Re-take exposure. exceeding exposure tube limits. 2. Verify ion chamber cable connec- tions are correct and secure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-44 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 229 Missing or incorrect positive volt- Call Technical Service/Support. age reference (Vref+) value returned. Vref- Missing or incorrect positive volt- Call Technical Service/Support. age reference (Vref-) value returned. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-45 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 230 NOT overwrite the current APR tree if APR tree it exists. You will get this message until you fix the tree. Load APR editor and fix the tree. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-46 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 231 Because of a load error the default Using figuration Load Error". configration will be used. This over- default writes the current configuration, if configura- one exists. tion HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-47 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 232: Optional +28 Vdc Power Supply Troubleshooting

    Power Supply QG-28VPS pins P2-1 and P2-2. It should measure between +26.5 and +27.5 VDC on systems intended for use with Quantum QW-420-T/-D wall stand, and between +29.5 and +30.5 VDC on systems intended for use with RS-580 Over- head Tube Crane.
  • Page 233: Service Reports

    2. Set the power on/standby switch on the Operator Control Panel (OCP) to the standby ( ) position, then to the on ( ) position. 3. The system begins the start up sequence ("Quantum Medical Imaging" is displayed and "Testing. Standby." is flashing). (See Figure 5-1.)
  • Page 234 Checksums: Displays the software revision levels and checksums of OCP Control Board A16A1 (AY40-004S1) Microcontroller U3 (referred to as "Internal" program) and Flash Memory U2 ("External" program and "Database"). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-50 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 235 Otherwise, press the key next to the Main field to return to the main Ser- vice Menu (see Figure 3-3). The following paragraphs provide detailed descriptions of each of the var- ious report screen selections. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-51 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 236 Average (Aver.) MA - Indicates mean mA value averaged over the total exposures taken on generator • Total Expos. TIME - Indicates sum of exposure times (in seconds) of all exposures taken on generator Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-52 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 237 • Total Expos. SECS - Indicates sum of exposure times (in seconds) of all exposures taken with currently installed x-ray tube HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-53 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 238 (i.e., the next most recent event). To return back to the main Service Menu, press the key next to Main field. The system retains up to 100 of the most recent Event Reports. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-54 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 239 (and checksums) of internal and exter- nal programs (in addition to that in the microcontroller) and databases. To return to the main Service Menu, press the key next to Main field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-55 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 240: Accessing Service Reports - Q-Vision Operator Control Panel

    Help button located on the lower right corner of the Q-VISION screen (shown on right). The Genera- tor Help Services Screen (Figure 5-5a) appears: Figure 5-5a. Generator Help Services Screen Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-56 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 241 Services screen to indicate successful login. 4. On the Generator Help Services screen, select Service option. The General Service Options Menu appears: Figure 5-5c. General Service Options Menu HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-57 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 242 5. Select Generator Service. The following screen appears: ONLY PRESS THESE BUTTONS WHEN DIRECTED TO DO SO BY TECHNICAL SUPPORT Figure 5-5d. Generator Service Options Menu Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-58 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 243 Chapter 5 Service Instructions 6. Select the Insight utility option. The "Insight" Service Utility Menu displays: EXPANDERS Figure 5-5e. Insight Service Utility Menu HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-59 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 244 Average mA: provides mean mA value averaged over the total exposures taken on generator • Average Time: provides the sum of exposure times (in seconds) of all exposures taken on generator Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-60 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 245 3. To view only generator related error messages, select "Quan- tum.Generator.Master.MasterGenerator" in the Logger pane and select "ERROR" in the Level pane, then touch Apply Filter but- ton. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-61 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 246 Next button to advance to the next page. 7. Touch the Back to Service button to return to the General Ser- vice Options Menu. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-62 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 247: Accessing Service Reports - Integrated X-Ray Generators

    The following instructions describe how to access the Generator Statistics Screen on a DiRex integrated system, followed by instructions describing how to access the Generator Statistics Screen on a QG-DIG-CXDI Canon/ Quantum Integration System or Agfa NX-DR Series Integration System. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W...
  • Page 248 (58623) using the keypad, then press Enter. 5. Upon validation of the password, the Service Options Menu dis- plays. Press the Generator Service button. Figure 5-5i. Service Options Menu Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-64 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 249 Chapter 5 Service Instructions 6. Press the Generator Service button. The Generator Service Menu appears: Figure 5-5j. Generator Service Menu HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-65 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 250 Average mA: provides mean mA value averaged over the total exposures taken on generator • Average Time: provides the sum of exposure times (in seconds) of all exposures taken on generator Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-66 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 251 Chapter 5 Service Instructions QG-DIG-CXDI Canon/Quantum and Agfa NX-DR Series Integra- tion System - Statistics Screen The Statistics Screen is accessed as follows: To gain access to the Generator Service programs, right mouse click on the "Q" icon appearing on the Windows Task Bar (shown on right).
  • Page 252 Figure 5-5m. Enter Password Screen 3. In the Enter Password screen, enter the default Service Techni- cian password (58623) using the keypad, then press Enter. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-68 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 253 Chapter 5 Service Instructions 4. Upon validation of the password, the "Insight" Service Utility Menu displays: EXPANDERS Figure 5-5n. Insight Service Utility Menu HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-69 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 254 Average mA: provides mean mA value averaged over the total exposures taken on generator • Average Time: provides the sum of exposure times (in seconds) of all exposures taken on generator Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-70 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 255 Every time any of the interrelated Quantum Programs that form the inte- gration make a significant action, this is recorded in a file. This includes...
  • Page 256: Removal/Replacement Procedures

    Generator. 4. Tighten the nine (9) cover screws to secure the Generator Cabi- net Cover to the Generator Chassis. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-72 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 257: High Voltage (H.v.) A17 Tank Removal

    14. Disconnect H.V. Tank cable PA2 from Power Module A18 lower left IGBT terminal. 15. Disconnect the yellow/green ground wires from the High Voltage Tank ground stud. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-73 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 258: High Voltage (H.v.) Tank A17 Installation

    Generator. 12. Tighten the nine (9) cover screws to secure the Generator Cabi- net Cover to the Generator Chassis. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-74 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 259: Power Modules A18 And A19 (P/N Ay20-047) Removal

    2. Set the ON/OFF circuit breaker CB1 on the generator cabinet to OFF position. 3. Loosen nine (9) screws that secure the Generator Cabinet Cover to the Generator Chassis. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-75 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 260 Remove the six (6) 8-32 x 1/4" screws that hold Power Mod- ule A19 to the back of the Generator Chassis and remove Power Module. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-76 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 261: Power Modules A18 And A19 (P/N Ay20-047) Replacement

    7. Set the power on/standby switch on the Operator Control Panel (OCP) to the standby ( ) position. 8. Set the ON/OFF circuit breaker CB1 on the generator cabinet to OFF position. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-77 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 262: Logic Board A1 (P/N Ay40-006S) Removal

    1. Place the new Logic Board A1 on standoffs in PCB Door and secure using four (4) screws. 2. If the generator is equipped with Q-Connect option, perform the following additional steps: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-78 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 263 Calibration Procedure" in Chapter 3 (ODYSSEY) or Appendix B (DiRex Integration generators), or Appendix D (all other inte- grated generators). 12. Spot check kVp and mA calibration and, if needed, re-calibrate system. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-79 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 264: Kvp Control Board A2 (P/N Ay40-003S) Removal

    µsec./div. and the vertical amplitude to 5V/div. 8. Remove plugs from connectors A2J7 (anode) and A2J8 (cathode) on KVP Control Board A2. Connect A2TP26 to ground. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-80 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 265 15. Perform KV, Filament and MA calibration procedures (refer to Chapter 3, Calibration (ODYSSEY) or Appendix B (DiRex Integra- tion generators), or Appendix D (all other integrated generators). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-81 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 266: Filament Control Board A5 (P/N Ay40-007T) Removal

    Verify voltage at A5TP11 is +21.6 - 26.4 VDC. c. On the OCP, select Manual mode, 50 kV, 150S, 50 msec. Press the PREP key. Verify the voltage at A5TP11 is 1.0 VDC. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-82 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 267: Power Supply Board A6 (P/N Ay40-005T) Removal

    (using A6R17) up to +55 VDC (max.) in cases where long-length high tension cables are used and/or a heavy duty x-ray tube is HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-83 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 268: Line Monitor Board A8 Removal

    Speed Starter; AY40-022T3 - Used on 380-480 VAC Three-Phase Systems w/AID High Speed Starter; AY40-053S2 - Used on 208-240 VAC Three Phase Systems w/QMI High Speed Starter; AY40-053S3 - Used on 380- Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-84 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 269: Stored Energy Systems Line Monitor/Charger Board A8

    5. Tag and remove cables connected to Line Monitor/Charger Board 6. Remove four (4) hex nuts securing the Line Monitor/Charger Board to PCB Door and remove the Line Monitor/Charger Board. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-85 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 270: Stored Energy Systems Line Monitor/Charger Board

    A8TP21 and adjust A8R19 to measure +2.12VDC (±0.02 VDC). b. monitor A8TP20 and adjust A8R60 to measure +2.12VDC (±0.02 VDC). 10. Charger Voltage Limiter Calibration - Using A8TP13 as a ground: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-86 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 271: Rotor Drive Board A10 (P/N Ay40-013T) Removal

    3. Re-connect Tube Rotor Cable (AY51-014T-XX) wires to terminal strip terminals A10TB1-1 through A10TB1-7. 4. Set the ON/OFF circuit breaker CB1 on the generator cabinet to ON position. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-87 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 272: Standard Aec Control Board A11 (P/N Ay40-031S) Removal

    (OCP) to the on ( ) position. 6. Perform AEC calibration procedures (refer to Chapter 3, CALIBRA- TION (ODYSSEY) or Appendix B (DiRex Integration generators), or Appendix D (all other integrated generators). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-88 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 273: Universal Aec Control Board A11 (P/N Ay40-027S) Removal

    7. Set the power on/standby switch on the Operator Control Panel (OCP) to the on ( ) position. 8. Perform AEC calibration procedures (refer to Chapter 3, CALIBRA- TION). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-89 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 274: Ocp Microprocessor Board A16 (P/N Ay40-004S1) Removal (Not Applicable On Q-Vision Or Integrated Generators)

    Secure the LCD Display to front panel using four (4) screws. c. Connect the flat cable from the OCP Display to A16A1J5. Check that the blue side of the flat cable faces the bottom Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-90 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 275: Q-Hss Equipped Systems Only: High-Speed Starter Control Board A20A1 (P/N Ay40-035S) Removal

    4. Set the ON/OFF circuit breaker CB1 on the generator cabinet to ON position. 5. Set the power on/standby switch on the Operator Control Panel (OCP) to the on ( ) position. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-91 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 276: Q-Hss Equipped Systems Only: High-Speed Starter Driver Board A20A2 (P/N Ay40-036S) Removal

    To prevent damage, do not handle High-Speed Starter Driver Board by grasping or touching the heat sinks. 1. On replacement High-Speed Starter Driver Board A20A2, verify jumper JP1 is installed. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-92 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 277: Stored Energy System - Battery Tray Removal

    Warning! Hazardous voltages (400 VDC) exist inside the Battery Tray Assembly even when power is disconnected from the generator. Use caution when handling; do not put hands/fingers inside Battery Tray Covers. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-93 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 278 Battery Tray and the front of the Generator Cabinet. Once the back part of the Battery Tray is accessible, grasp it firmly and carefully lift out the Battery Tray using both hands. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual 5-94 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 279: Stored Energy System - Battery Tray Replacement

    11. Verify the Line Monitor/Source Charger Board over-voltage fault threshold and charger voltage limiter are calibrated as described in "Stored Energy Systems Line Monitor/Charger Board (AY40- 028T) A8 Replacement" procedure contained in this chapter. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W 5-95 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 280: Replacement Parts And Ordering Information

    Refer to Figures 6-1 through 6-5 in Chapter 6, DIAGRAMS for a listing of replace- able parts for single phase, stored energy and three-phase X-ray generators and for the locations of the replaceable parts within the system. Use only original replacement parts as supplied or recommended by Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC. ORDERING INFORMATION To order replacement parts for the generator, contact the Service/Support Depart- ment at;...
  • Page 281: Chapter 6 - Diagrams

    Chapter DIAGRAMS...
  • Page 283 GENERATOR CABINET (PCB DOOR CLOSED) (PCB DOOR OPEN) Figure 6-1. Single-Phase (Non-STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 25, 32 and 40 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 1 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 284 READY • QUEST OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AY10-004) Figure 6-1. Single-Phase (Non-STORED ENERGY) X- ray Generators, 25, 32 and 40 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 2 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 285 C8 THRU C15 32 & 40 KW UNITS Figure 6-2. Single-Phase (STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 20, 32 40 and 50 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 1 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 286 READY • QUEST OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AY10-004) Figure 6-2. Single-Phase (STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 20, 32, 40 and 50 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 2 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 287 NOTE 4: AY40-073S USED ON SYSTEMS EQUIPPED WITH Q-CONNECT OPTION ONLY Figure 6-3. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 32 and 40 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 1 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 288 SWITCH, OCP ON/OFF EL50-007-1 READY • QUEST OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AY10-004) Figure 6-3. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 32 and 40 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 2 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 289 NOTE 5: AY40-073S USED ON SYSTEMS EQUIPPED WITH Q-CONNECT OPTION ONLY Figure 6-4. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 50, 65 and 80 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 1 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 290 ON/OFF EL50-007-1 READY • QUEST OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AY10-004) Figure 6-4. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 50, 65 and 80 kW Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 2 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 291 NOTE 5: AY40-073S USED ON SYSTEMS EQUIPPED WITH Q-CONNECT OPTION ONLY Figure 6-5. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 50, 65 and 80 kW (with QMI-HSS) Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 1 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-11 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 292 READY • QUEST OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL (AY10-004) Figure 6-5. Three-Phase X-ray Generators, 50, 65 and 80 kW (with QMI-HSS) Parts Location Diagram (Sheet 2 of 2) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-12 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 293: Generator System Cabling Diagram (Internal High-Speed Starter)

    QMI-HSS is present in the system. INCOMING AC POWER 50-60 Hz 208-240 VAC 200-240VAC 208-260 VAC 380-480 VAC SC50-015T REV. M Figure 6-6. Generator System Cabling Diagram (Internal High-Speed Starter) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-13 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 294: Generator System Cabling Diagram (External High-Speed Starter Systems)

    Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-7. Generator System Cabling Diagram (External High-Speed Starter Systems) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-14 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 295 QMI-HSS is present in the system. INCOMING AC POWER SC50-0 T REV. 50-60 Hz 208-240 VAC 200-240VAC 208-260 VAC 380-480 VAC Figure 6-8. System Cabling Diagram (with Q-Connect Option) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-15 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 296 AC120 +/- 10 60hZ 2A AC230 +/- 10 50/60Hz 1.5A INPUT POWER AEC Cable SC50-081 REV. A AEC Control Board Figure 6-9. HF Generator to Canon/TechVision System Interconnection Diagram (Non-Widescreen) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 297 AC120 +/- 10 60hZ 2A AC230 +/- 10 50/60Hz 1.5A INPUT POWER AEC Cable AEC Control Board SC50-103 REV. A Figure 6-10. HF Generator to Canon/TechVision System Interconnection Diagram (Widescreen) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-17 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 298: Diagram (Widescreen)

    CABLE, CONNECT "BUCKY ON" SIGNAL (RED WIRE) TO LINE (B4) TERMINAL ON BUCKY. (THE 115VAC (BLACK WIRE) CONNECTION Figure 6-11. 17 x 17 Midwest Bucky Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-18 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 299: Interconnection Diagram

    CABLE, CONNECT "BUCKY ON" SIGNAL (RED WIRE) TO LINE (L) TERMINAL ON BUCKY. (THE 115VAC (BLACK WIRE) CONNECTION Figure 6-12. 17 x 17 Progeny and L-F Bucky Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-19 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 300 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-13. 14 x 36 Midwest Bucky Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-20 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 301: Kw Interconnection Diagram

    WHT (16AWG) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BOARD GROUND Figure 6-14. Single-Phase 208 - 260 VAC Input (Non- STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 25, 32 and 40 kW Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-21 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 302 WHT (16AWG) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BOARD GROUND Figure 6-15. Single-Phase 380 - 480 VAC Input (Non- STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 25, 32 and 40 kW Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-22 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 303 (SEE NOTE 6) PCB DOOR BLK (16AWG) GROUND WHT (16AWG) STUD GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BD. GROUND AY51-018-XX Figure 6-16. Single-Phase (STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generator, 20 kW Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-23 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 304 PCB DOOR BLK (16AWG) GROUND STUD WHT (16AWG) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BD. GROUND Figure 6-17. Single-Phase (STORED ENERGY) X-ray Generators, 32, 40 and 50 kW Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-24 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 305 DOOR GROUND GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BD. GROUND AY51-018-XX Figure 6-18. Three-Phase (380-480) Input (32, 40 and 50 kW without High Speed Starter) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-25 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 306: Three-Phase (208-240) Input

    (SEE NOTE 6) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BD. GROUND AY51-018-XX Figure 6-19. Three-Phase (208-240) Input (32, 40 and 50 kW without High Speed Starter) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-26 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 307 AY10-009 T. RAD PLUS GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) FILAMENT BD. GROUND AY51-018-XX Figure 6-20. Three-Phase (50, 65 and 80 kW with AID High Speed Starter) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-27 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 308 WHITE BROWN BLACK/RED YELLOW/WHITE AY51-012 Figure 6-21. Three-Phase (32, 40 and 50 kW without High Speed Starter, with Universal AEC Board) X- ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-28 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 309: Generators Interconnection Diagram

    BLACK YELLOW/GREEN WHITE BROWN BLACK/RED YELLOW/WHITE AY51-012 Figure 6-22. Three-Phase (65 and 80 kW with AID High Speed Starter, Universal AEC Board) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-29 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 310: Aec Board) X-Ray Generators Interconnection Diagram

    WHITE BROWN BLACK/RED YELLOW/WHITE AY51-012 Figure 6-23. Three-Phase (208-240) Input (32, 40 and 50 kW without High Speed Starter, with Universal Board) X-ray Generators Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-30 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 311: Interconnection Diagram

    FILAMENT BD. GROUND GRN/YEL (16AWG) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) NOT USED, TIE BACK Figure 6-24. Three-Phase (208-240) Input (50 kW with QMI High Speed Starter) X-ray Generator Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-31 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 312 YELLOW/GREEN WHITE BROWN BLACK/RED YELLOW/WHITE GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) Figure 6-25. Three-Phase (208-240) Input (50 kW with QMI High Speed Starter and Tomography Interface) X-ray Generator Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-32 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 313 GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) GRN/YEL (16AWG) GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) NOT USED TIE BACK Figure 6-26. Three-Phase (65 and 80 kW with QMI High Speed Starter) X-ray Generator Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-33 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 314: Generator Interconnection Diagram

    BLACK/RED YELLOW/WHITE GREEN/YELLOW (16AWG) SC50-058T REV. C Figure 6-27. Three-Phase (65 and 80 kW with QMI High Speed Starter and Tomography Interface) X-ray Generator Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-34 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 315: Operator Control Panel - Odyssey/Quest Wiring Diagram

    RED (22AWG) YEL (22AWG) AY50-002 FRONT PANEL A16A3 (ODYSSEY) AY50-001 FRONT PANEL (QUEST) SC50-070 REV. A Figure 6-28. Operator Control Panel - ODYSSEY/ QUEST Wiring Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-35 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 316 EMI SUPPRESSION FERRITE CABLE SNAP ITS (1) X EL54-012 + (1) X EL54-013 (1) X EL54-012 + (1) X EL54-013 Figure 6-29. Q-Connect Option System Interconnection Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-36 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 317 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-30. Operator Control Panel Circuit Block Diagram (Non-Q-VISION OCP) HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-37 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 318 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-31. Generator Logic Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-38 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 319 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-32. Filament Regulator Control Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-39 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 320: Diagram

    Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-33. KVP & Filament Control Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-40 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 321: Diagram

    Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-34. Single-Phase (Non-STORED ENERGY) Three-Phase Line Monitor Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-41 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 322 TRANSFORMER REGULATOR +15VDC +15VDC +15VDC -15VDC -15VDC -15VDC +24VDC +24VDC +24VDC (P/S) DC RTN DC RTN Figure 6-35. Single-Phase STORED ENERGY Line Monitor Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-42 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 323 1N4005 DOOR DOOR_INTERLOCK R11 33 2W R12 33 2W TO CONTACTORS 8A SB 1N4005 CON4 SC40-023T REV. S Figure 6-36. Interface Board A9 (AY40-023T/AY40-023T1) Schematic Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-43 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 324 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-37. Interface Board, Digital Receptor A9 (AY40-034T) Interface Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-44 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 325 33 2W R12 33 2W TO CONTACTORS 8A SB 3A SB 1N4005 CON4 SC40-061T REV. C Figure 6-38. Interface Board, Digital Receptor A9 (AY40-061T) Interface Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-45 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 326 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-39. Power Supply Board A6 (AY40-005T) Schematic Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-46 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 327 +15V NOTE: TP10 +15V 1. THE VALUE OF THE CAPACITOR IS DEPENDENT ON TUBE TYPE. 100uf 25V TP11 REV. B Figure 6-40. Rotor Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-47 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 328 SPEED HIGH/LOW MBRS360TR TO TUBE TP11 TEMP. OVERCURRENT 100 2W SWITCH FUSE 0.1A 250V SMCG18 SC50-069 REV. A Figure 6-41. QMI High-Speed Starter Circuit Block Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-48 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 329 J8-8 HSS DETECT J8-8 HSS DETECT NOTE: “ ” DENOTES JUMPER LOCATION AY40-006S REV. K Figure 6-42. Logic Board A1 (AY40-006S) Test Point/ Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-49 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 330: Point/Jumper Location Diagram

    ADJ. POT. POINT 26 POINT 9 POINT 8 POINT 10 POINT 4 POINT 11 +18V Figure 6-43. KVP Control Board A2 (AY40-003S) Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-50 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 331 TEST TEST TEST TEST POINT 2 POINT 1 POINT 9 POINT 7 POINT 8 Figure 6-44. Filament Control Board A5 (AY40-007T) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-51 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 332 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-45. Power Supply Board A6 (AY40-005T) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-52 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 333 1/4A (FOR 480 VAC INPUT) FUSE F3 AC INPUT PROTECTION 1/2A (FOR 240 VAC INPUT) Figure 6-46. Line Monitor Board A8 (AY40-022T1), Single-Phase Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-53 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 334 (+205 VDC) NEG. OUTPUT LIMIT (-2.12 ±0.02 VDC) (-205 VDC) Figure 6-47. Line Monitor/Battery Charger Board A8 (AY40-028T), Stored-Energy Systems - Test Point/ Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-54 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 335 1/4A (FOR 480 VAC INPUT) AC INPUT PROTECTION 1/2A (FOR 240 VAC INPUT) Figure 6-48. Line Monitor Board A8 (AY40-022T2/T3), Three-Phase Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-55 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 336: Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram

    AC INPUT PROTECTION 1/2A (FOR 240 VAC INPUT) Figure 6-49. Line Monitor Board A8 (AY40-053S2/ AY40-053S3), Three-Phase QMI High-Speed Starter Systems - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-56 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 337 STATOR VOLTAGE TUBES) INSTALL ON 2 & 3 (ALL OTHER TUBE TYPES) Figure 6-50. Interface Board (No HSS Non-Digital) A9 (AY40-023T) - Terminal Block/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-57 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 338: Point/Jumper Location Diagram

    TUBE TYPES) NOTE: “ ” DENOTES JUMPER LOCATION Figure 6-51. Digital Interface Board (No HSS with Digital Receptor) A9 (AY40-034T) - Terminal Block/ Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-58 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 339 INSTALLED (NO WALL BUCKY) NOT INSTALLED (WALL BUCKY) NOTE: “ ” DENOTES JUMPER LOCATION Figure 6-52. Interface Board (HSS Non-Digital) A9 (AY40-061T) Terminal Block/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-59 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 340 INSTALLED (NO WALL BUCKY) NOT INSTALLED (WALL BUCKY) NOTE: “ ” DENOTES JUMPER LOCATION Figure 6-53. Digital Interface Board (HSS with Digital Receptor) A9 (AY40-062T) Terminal Block/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-60 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 341 60 VAC GROUND TEMP TERMINAL BLOCK TB1 TEST POINT 1 TEST POINT 2 COMMON MAIN Figure 6-54. Rotor Drive Board A10 (AY40-013T) - Terminal Block Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-61 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 342 TWO ION CHAMBERS) SELECT INSTALL ON 2 & 3 (ALL OTHER CONFIGS.) REV. E Figure 6-55. Standard AEC Board A11 (AY40-031S) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-62 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 343 Chapter 6 Diagrams Figure 6-56. Universal AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-63 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 344 ” DENOTES JUMPER LOCATION TEST TEST TEST TEST POINT 7 POINT 11 POINT 4 POINT 3 Figure 6-57. OCP Control Board A16A1 (AY40-004S1) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-64 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 345 WHEN YEL (D2), GRN (D1), & BLUE LEDS (D10) ARE ILLUMINATED. IP ADDRESS OF OCP INTERFACE BD. (Q-NODE) IS NOW 10.0.0.175. Figure 6-58. OCP Interface Board A1A1 (AY40-073S) - Test Point/Jumper Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-65 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 346: Location Diagram

    TEST POINT 1 TEST POINT 3 TEST POINT 2 TEST POINT 4 Figure 6-59. QMI High-Speed Starter Control Board A20A1 (AY40-035S) - Test Point/Potentiometer Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-66 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 347: Diagram

    POINT 14 FUSE F1 (15A, 500V, SLO-BLOW) FUSE F4 (15A, 500V, SLO-BLOW) Figure 6-60. QMI High-Speed Starter Driver Board A20A2 (AY40-036S) - Test Point/Fuse Location Diagram HF Series X-ray Generator - Service Manual Revision W 6-67 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 348: Appendix A - Aec Calibration With Digital Receptor Or Cr Film Plate

    Appendix AEC CALIBRATION WITH DIGITAL RECEPTOR OR CR FILM PLATE (NOT APPLICABLE ON GENERATORS EQUIPPED WITH Q-CONNECT OPTION)
  • Page 350: Overview

    Prior to the performance of AEC calibration, it is assumed the Quantum/Canon Integration Software (QG-DIG-CXDI) has been installed and configured in accordance with the instructions provided in Quantum/ Canon Integration Guide DC30-058. Verify the following generator settings are correct for your configuration: 1.
  • Page 351: Aec Calibration With Digital Receptor Or Cr Film Plate Installed

    DR system to proceed with the Expose cycle). 8. If a CXDI-50G (or CXDI-50C) portable DR receptor is used in the system, at the Canon workstation computer, access the Quantum/Canon Integration Software (QG-DIG-CXDI) Service Menu. Press the Select Receptor Con- nection button and verify "50G Cassette"...
  • Page 352 Set "AEC Ref" to 2000. LARGEST SID) c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potenti- ometer until base optical density is achieved in developed films. 4. Perform "AEC KV Calibration". HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 353 Set "AEC Ref" to 2000. c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potenti- ometer until base optical density is achieved in developed films. 4. Perform "AEC KV Calibration". Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 354 Optical Density: Sensitivity (REX) Value Setting: *Step 8 - 140 kVp, 200L mA, 30 cm Optical Density: Sensitivity (REX) Value * Only required on 150 kVp systems HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 355: Aec Calibration Instructions - One Ion Chamber Per Panel

    (refer to manufacturer’s installation and calibration documentation supplied with CR film plate) with the AEC REF value appearing on AEC Optical Density Calibration screen shown above. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 356 14. The Reciprocity Calibration Screen is displayed; however, this calibra- tion procedure is not necessary with systems equipped with digital receptor or CR film plate. 15. Press the key next to the Next Calibrate field. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 357 (50 kV, 5 CM). The AEC KV Calibration screen is the image. updated for the next kV calibration point (60 kV, 10 CM). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual A-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 358 28. Verify AEC calibration by taking several exposures in AEC mode and checking the resulting "REX" or "S" value. If necessary, repeat AEC calibration procedure to further adjust AEC accuracy. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W A-11 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 359 MAIN field. The AEC Calibration Menu is displayed. 8. Perform the AEC Optical Density and AEC KV Calibration procedures as described in the previous paragraphs for each copied film/screen combination. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual A-12 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 360: Aec Calibration Instructions - Single Panel, Dual Ion Chambers

    7. This screen is used to calibrate the digital receptor or CR film plate to a user defined optical density setting (e.g., 1.30). This is accom- plished by comparing the digital receptor’s specified sensitivity values HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W A-13 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 361 A11R23 on the AEC Control Board, and if further adjustment is needed, increasing or Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual A-14 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 362 Density" setting is the X-ray beam. all that is required. 25. Take an exposure at the setting indicated in the center display box (i.e., 50 kVp, 200L mA). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W A-15 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 363 33. Verify AEC calibration by taking several exposures in AEC mode and checking the resulting "REX" or "S" value. If necessary, repeat AEC calibration procedure to further adjust AEC accuracy. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual A-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 364: Appendix B - Calibration (Agfa Direx)

    Appendix CALIBRATION (Agfa DiRex)
  • Page 366 Appendix B Calibration (DiRex System) THIS SECTION NOT APPLICABLE TO QUEST, E-ZVET, Q-VISION, & TOSHIBA HF SERIES GENERATORS HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 367: Overview

    To access the Service Options Menu, proceed as follows: 1. Ensure the DR or CR system’s Computer Workstation is properly connected to the generator, and the DiRex System (i.e., Quantum/Agfa Integration) soft- ware is installed and configured in accordance with the instructions provided in DiRex Service Manual DC30-088.
  • Page 368 6. In the Enter Password screen, enter the default Service Technician password (58623) using the keypad, then press Enter. This password enables access to Service Mode for modification of system configuration, calibration and set- tings. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 369 Remoting Service - Accesses the Device Settings and System Settings utilities. (These utilities are described in detail in the DiRex Service Manual DC30-088.) • Exit Application - Exits the Quantum generator OCP software application (the Main OCP Overlay Menu will no longer appear on the Workstation Computer) Revision W...
  • Page 370 Selecting the Minimize button reduces the Generator Service menu to a button (labelled "Service") visible next to the Generator Control Panel Overlay. Pressing the Service button re-opens the Generator Service menu. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 371: Factory Reset

    To perform factory reset, proceed as follows: 1. Press the Reset button corresponding with either "Calibrations" or "AEC Calibrations" shown in Figure 3-4. The Reset Calibrations Screen will dis- play: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 372: Backup Configuration Utility

    "Backup Configuration" shown in Figure 3-4. The system overwrites performed. existing backup data with current system data and updates the backup date and time fields appearing on the Factory Reset Menu. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 373: Generator Configuration

    Last - Select to load the last automatically-saved generator configuration (Note: The configuration file is automatically backed up every time the Workstation Computer establishes a connection to the generator.) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 374 Activate Configuration screen shown below: Figure B-7. Activate Configuration Screen HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-11 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 375 • Copy Film Screen: Accesses the Copy Film/Screen Menu. The Copy Film/Screen Menu is a utility that enables AEC calibration data to be Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-12 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 376: Generator Settings

    Modify button adjacent to the Derating field to choose a derating percentage (choices are 80%, 85%, 90%, 95% or 100% [i.e., no derating]). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-13 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 377 "normal" operation (i.e., non-interrupted Prep cycle). 6. Press the Back button on the lower left side of the screen. The system returns to the Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-8). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-14 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 378: Tube Settings

    Rotor field. Scroll through the available rotor drive settings: 50 Hz (no high speed starter), 60 Hz (no high speed starter), AID external high- speed starter (AID HSS), or Quantum internal high-speed starter (QMI HSS). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual...
  • Page 379 5. Press the Back button on the lower left side of the screen. The system returns to the Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-8). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 380: Ion Chamber Configuration

    AEC Board A11, AY40-027S). Be sure that the selected ion chamber is properly interfaced to AEC Board A11 as described in Chapter 2, ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-17 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 381 3. Press the Modify button adjacent to the ion chamber detector (Field A, Field B or Field C) and choose the desired detector setting (1, 2, 3 or Off). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-18 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 382 (e.g., for left side loading wall stands). In this case, in the Ion Cham- ber Settings screen, simply switch assignment of cham- HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-19 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 383 (AY40-031S) is installed). Table 3-3 shows the ion chamber and receptor settings for the generator when equipped with universal AEC (i.e., Univer- sal AEC Board A11 (AY40-027S) is installed). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-20 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 384: Film/Screen Default Settings

    1. Wall40 setting: Press the MODIFY button adjacent to the Wall40 field. The Select Film Screen sub-menu will display; press the button with the appropriate film/screen name appearing on it (use the Next button to HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-21 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 385 AEC exposure mode. 6. Press the Back button on the lower left side of the screen. The system returns to the Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-8). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-22 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 386: Copy Film Screen Utility

    Figure B-14. Select Calibrated Film Screen Menu 2. Select a previously calibrated Film/Screen combination to copy calibration data from (use the Next button to display additional choices). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-23 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 387 6. Press the Back button on the lower left side of the Configuration screen. The system returns to the Configuration Menu (see Figure 3-8). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-24 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 388: Generator Calibration

    The Calibration menu provides access to the system's various calibration func- tions. The generator was pre-calibrated at the factory, however, the system will need to be re-calibrated to assure proper operation, verify compliance and set HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-25 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 389: General Calibration Procedure Notes

    Each calibration screen displays the correct KV, MA, time and thickness (in CM) value required for performing a particular calibration procedural step. However, always ensure the correct values are set prior to performing each procedural step. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-26 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 390: A/D Calibration

    Once calibrated, the generator’s CPU continu- ously monitors these internal voltages and will terminate or not allow expo- sure if specified tolerances are exceeded. Proceed as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-27 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 391 (choices are Cathode (400V), Anode (400V), +15 VDC, -15 VDC, Regulated +24 VDC, Unregulated +24 VDC, and +5 VDC). For this example, "Cathode" is selected. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-28 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 392 7. Repeat above steps for each of the other AD voltage levels. 8. Press the Back button on the lower left side of the AD Calibration screen. The system returns to the Calibration Menu (see Figure 3-16). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-29 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 393: Kv Calibration

    H.V. Transformer (A17), or use a non-invasive kVp meter. 3. Verify 50 KVP appears in the KV Calibration Screen and "Next Measure" appears on the top right button as shown in Figure B-19. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-30 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 394 13. Repeat KV calibration for both 50 and 100 kVp until indicated and mea- sured kVp values agree to within 4% tolerance. 14. To proceed to filament calibration, press the Next button. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-31 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 395: Filament Offset Calibration

    Figure B-20 below. Small Filament Before After FLAT CURVE, NO PEAKS Large Filament Before After FLAT CURVE, NO PEAKS Figure B-20. Filament Offset Current Measurement (Using an Oscilloscope) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-32 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 396 1. If using a Dynalyzer, a kVp bleeder tank should be connected in series between tube and High-Voltage (H.V.) Transformer A17. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-33 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 397 LEADS GREEN/YELLOW WIRES (2X) GREEN/YELLOW WIRES (2X) CONNECTOR A17P1 HIGH VOLTAGE TANK A17 (AY20-031 or AY20-032) GENERATOR CABINET (PCB DOOR OPEN) Figure B-22. MAS Meter Connection Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-34 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 398 7. Re-take exposure at same settings and adjust small filament offset value if necessary. Repeat this step until measured mA equals 75 or when waveform is sufficiently flat. Press the Small Filament button to pro- ceed. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-35 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 399 If this occurs, increase or decrease the filament current. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-36 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 400: Ma Calibration

    H.V. Transformer (see Figure B-22) and connecting the removed wires to the mAs meter. (Note: The MAS meter should remain These wires must be re-connected connected throughout calibration. when finished calibration HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-37 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 401 6. Press Next Measure button to proceed to 400L mA calibration setting. 7. Verify 400L mA appears in the MA Calibration Screen and "Save Calibra- tion" now appears on the top right button. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-38 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 402 CAUTION! If using a mAs meter, re-connect the green/yellow wire marked "MAS METER" to the ground stud on top of the H.V. Transformer (see Figure B-22). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-39 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 403: Aec Calibration

    Set "AEC Ref" to 1200. LARGEST SID) c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potenti- ometer until base density is achieved in acquired images. 4. Perform "AEC KV Calibration". Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-40 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 404 Set "AEC Ref" to 1200. c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potenti- ometer until base density is achieved in acquired images. 4. Perform "AEC KV Calibration". HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-41 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 405 Optical Density: Sensitivity (REX) Value Setting: *Step 8 - 140 kVp, 200L mA, 30 cm Optical Density: Sensitivity (REX) Value * Only required on 150 kVp systems Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-42 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 406: Ion Chamber Balancing (Three-Field Chambers

    (refer to ion chamber manufac- turer’s documentation for details), then re-take exposure and verify it is within tolerance. Repeat as necessary. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-43 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 407 Repeat as nec- essary. 9. Access the Generator Settings Screen and reset Backup MAS to original setting noted previously. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-44 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 408: Aec Mas Balance Verification

    If the generator is equipped with "standard" type AEC (i.e., AEC Board A11 is part number AY40-031S), adjust potentiometer A11R12 to increase or decrease the mAs value. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-45 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 409 CAUTION! If using a mAs meter, re-connect the green/yellow wire marked "MAS METER" to the ground stud on top of the H.V. Transformer (see Figure B-22). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-46 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 410: Film Screen Selection

    AEC films for each SID/receptor meet applica- ble regulatory agency requirements. If required, further optical density accuracy can be attained by performing the "AEC KV Calibration" procedure. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-47 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 411 Typically, on a system using a wall stand and radiographic table, three sepa- rate film/screen combinations are used: • Wall 72" - Used when the operator selects wall receptor at 72 inch source-to-image distance (SID) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-48 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 412 IMPORTANT! Use the same configuration of bucky, grid, ion chamber and film cassette/screen that will be used with the "Film/Screen" being calibrated. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-49 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 413: The Aec Calibration Menu

    The AEC Calibration menu provides access to the system's various AEC cali- bration functions, briefly described as follows: • Optical Density - Calibrates the optical density for the currently selected film/screen and ion chamber combination Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-50 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 414: Optical Density Calibration

    SID receptor, set the "AEC Base" value to 2000, and adjust the MASTER GAIN potentiometer on the ion chamber until the desired target density is obtained. Proceed as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-51 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 415: Aec Optical Density Calibration

    (located directly below "Target Level" label), use the keypad to input Do not change the Target Level the desired value, then press Enter. setting at any time during this procedure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-52 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 416 LGM value. 3. If the selected film/screen combination is not the first one to be cali- brated with the system, perform the following steps: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-53 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 417 Plate is 2.20 and you decide not to continue to adjust the AEC Base to achieve exactly 2.10 density, then change the Target Level setting shown on the AEC Optical Density Calibration Screen to "2.20". Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-54 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 418: Aec Kv Calibration Procedure

    4. Take an exposure at the setting indicated in the AEC KV Calibration Level" setting is all that is Screen (i.e., 50 kVp, 200L mA, normal density). required. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W B-55 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 419 9. Verify AEC calibration by taking several exposures in AEC mode and checking the resulting "LGM" value. If necessary, repeat AEC calibration procedure to further adjust AEC accuracy. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual B-56 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 420 Appendix Log4View Error Logger...
  • Page 422 The log viewing program, Log4View, is used to view errors, warnings and other informational events that have occurred with your integrated system. Every time any of the Quantum Programs that form the integrated system make a significant action, it is recorded in a log file.
  • Page 423 2. The Windows desktop will appear: Click on the Windows “Start” button. 3. Position the mouse pointer over the “Quantum” shortcut, then select “Logs” which allows you to choose from one of five logs configured during software install (refer to the following figure).
  • Page 424  : Communication Debugging between the Quantum Overlay, Quantum Generator and Agfa software. 5. The display is of events that have occurred during the operation of the generator. The date and time stamp lets you determine what occurred and when. Refer to the following figure which shows an example of “Quantum.Integration.Agfa.Overlay”...
  • Page 425 Engineering departments for analysis, they are located in: Note: If Log4View logs are requested by Quantum Medical Imaging’s Service or Engineering departments for analysis, they are located in “C:\Agfa\Healthcare\Nx\Bin\Quantum\Logs”. Best practice would be to email the entire “Quantum” folder to avoid multiple file requests. Document No. Revision Title Page No.
  • Page 426 5. The logs contain a list of events that have occurred during the operation of the generator. The date and time stamp lets you determine what occurred and when. Refer to the following figure which shows an example of “Quantum Log.l4v” log. Document No.
  • Page 427 Engineering departments for analysis, they are located in: Canon Integration (QG-DIG-CXDI) Quantum.Generator.Log – “C:\Program Files\Quantum\Quantum Generator Service\Quantum\Logs” Quantum.Integration.Canon.Log – “D:\ccr\Quantum\Logs” Best practice would be to email the entire “Quantum” folder to avoid multiple file requests. Document No. Revision Title Page No.
  • Page 428 Appendix CALIBRATION (Using Generator Service Tools...
  • Page 430 Appendix D Calibration (Using Generator Service Tools) THIS SECTION ONLY APPLICABLE ON HF SERIES GENERATORS EQUIPPED WITH Q-CONNECT (ETHERNET) OPTION (EXCEPT DIREX - SEE APPENDIX B) HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 431: Overview

    (i.e., Q-VISION all-in-one PC or digital imaging system workstation computer). If this is a Quantum/Canon Integration (QG-DIG-CXDI Integration System), refer to Model QG-DIG-CXDI Canon/Quantum Integration Service Manual DC30-094 for sys- tem interconnection and integration software installation instructions.
  • Page 432: Accessing Generator Service Tools - Q-Vision Operator Control Panel

    Help button located on the lower right corner of the Q-VISION screen (shown on right). The Generator Help Services Screen (Figure D-1a) appears: Figure D-1a. Generator Help Services Screen HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 433 "FieldTech" on the Generator Help Services screen to indi- cate successful login. 4. On the Generator Help Services screen, select Service option. The Gen- eral Service Options Menu appears: Figure D-1c. General Service Options Menu Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 434: Accessing Generator Service Tools - Workstation-Based Operator Control Panel

    Accessing Generator Service Tools - Workstation-Based Operator Control Panel The following instructions apply to generators utilizing a workstation-based operator control panel (OCP) such as Quantum/Canon Integration (QG-DIG- CXDI Integration System). 1. Right mouse click on the Generator Service Monitor icon "Q"...
  • Page 435 Insight - Provides information regarding current Generator configuration settings. • Calibration - An interactive program that facilitates calibration of Generators compatible with Model QG-DIG-CXDI, Quantum/Canon Integration System. • Generator Configuration - Provides access to all Generator, Receptor, Ion Chamber, and X-ray Tube settings.
  • Page 436 Load From File - Opens a browser window to load a previously saved configuration file stored on the Workstation Computer (refer to Factory Reset description in this chapter for instructions on creating a configuration file of the generator). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 437: System Configuration/Calibration

    • Generator Calibrations - Dates and times when kVp, mA, Filament, and A-D Voltage calibrations were last performed • Tube Settings - Tube Type, Rotor Type, Tube Power Output Derating, and Tube Temperature (Heat Warning) alert settings Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-10 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 438 (i.e., detector assignments, polarity, output, etc.) • Licensing - Provides Generator License validation and updating utilities (intended for use only under the direction of Quantum Technical Support) For proper operation of the generator, the settings must accurately reflect the actual configuration of the generator.
  • Page 439: Generator Settings Tab

    Therefore, the backup mAs setting should not exceed the maximum MAS output of the generator. Refer to Chapter 1, SPECIFICATIONS for a list of the mAs ratings by model number. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-12 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 440: Generator Calibrations Tab

    Heat Warning (Heat% Limit) settings. The tube model and rotor settings are preset at the factory and normally should not be changed, except after (Note: Consult Quan- replacing the existing tube with a different type tube. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-13 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 441 Type field. A drop down list box will open. Scroll through the available rotor drive settings: 50 Hz (no high speed starter), 60 Hz (no high speed starter), AID external high-speed starter (AID HSS), or Quantum internal high-speed starter (QMI HSS).
  • Page 442: Physical Receptors Tab

    The Physical Receptors Tab (see below) is used to configure the number, type (contains only factory-authorized and identification of connected receptors settings, not field configurable) Figure D-7. Configuration Menu - Physical Receptors Tab HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-15 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 443: Receptors Tab

    The system default receptors shown in the list can be renamed and deleted, or new receptors added as necessary to suit your par- ticular facility requirements. To change the default receptor settings, proceed as follows: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-16 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 444 HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-17 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 445: Ion Chambers Tab

    PRESS THESE BUTTONS TO CONFIGURE DETECTORS AS SHOWN BELOW DEFAULT RIGHT LOAD DEFAULT LEFT LOAD DETECTOR ASSIGNMENTS DETECTOR ASSIGNMENTS Figure D-9. Configuration Menu - Ion Chambers Tab Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-18 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 446 Ion Chamber Settings screen, simply switch assignment of chamber detector "A" to 3 and detector "C" to 2. No wiring modifi- cations are necessary. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-19 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 447: Licensing Tab

    The Licensing Tab Screen (see below) is used to validate and add new licenses associated with the generator. These operations should only be per- formed under the direction of Quantum’s Technical Support staff. Figure D-10. Configuration Menu - Licensing Tab...
  • Page 448: Generator Calibration

    1. Right mouse click on the Generator Service Monitor icon "Q" located in the lower right side of the screen. 2. Select Generator Configuration. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-21 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 449 Load From File - Opens a browser window to load a previously saved configuration file stored on the Workstation Computer (refer to Factory Reset description in this chapter for instructions on creating a configuration file of the generator). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-22 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 450 The check mark is an active field; removing a check mark will eliminate that procedure from the performance sequence, adding a check mark includes it. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-23 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 451: A/D Tab

    +/- bus bars on Capacitor Bank next to Power Mod- Anode ±8 VDC ule A18 (right side looking into generator cabinet) +5VDC ±0.1 VDC TP1 on Logic Board AY40-006S Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-24 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 452 Once calibrated, the generator’s CPU continuously monitors these internal voltages and will terminate or not allow exposure if specified tolerances are exceeded. Proceed as follows: HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-25 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 453 This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordinarily out- of-range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormality). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-26 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 454 If so, press the Confirm button. The Calibration value is saved and the system advances to the next uncalibrated A/D voltage. If not the same, press Repeat and re-enter the measured voltage value. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-27 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 455: Kvp Calibration Tab

    This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordinarily out-of- range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormality). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-28 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 456 If so, press the Confirm button. The calibration value is saved and the system advances to the 100 kVp Calibration setting. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-29 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 457 13. Repeat kVp calibration for 100 kVp until indicated and measured kVp val- ues agree to within tolerance. Press Confirm to save calibration value and to advance to next calibration procedure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-30 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 458: Filament Offset Calibration

    Additionally, an "Advanced Filament Calibration" wizard is provided in the Cal- ibration Wizard program as a supplement to the standard Filament Offset Cal- ibration. Advanced Filament Calibration is used to correct for slight HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-31 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 459 Calibration values to factory default settings. This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordi- narily out-of-range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormal- ity). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-32 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 460 4. If using a mAs meter, select Mas Meter radio button (Step 1.) on the Small Filament Offset calibration screen. Remove two (2) green/yellow wires marked "MAS METER", connected to A17P1-9 and A17P1-10, from HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-33 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 461 5. Take an exposure at the setting indicated on the Small Filament Offset If using an oscillo- Calibration Screen (i.e., 70 kVp, 75s mA, 15 msec). scope, set time to 125 msec Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-34 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 462 Repeat this step until measured mA is within tolerance, or if using an oscilloscope, when waveform is sufficiently flat. Press the Con- firm button to proceed to Large Filament Offset Calibration. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-35 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 463 17. If waveform is acceptable or if mA reading is within tolerance, press the Confirm button. The calibration value is saved and the system advances to the next calibration procedure. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-36 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 464 Repeat this step until measured mA is within tolerance, or if using an oscilloscope, when waveform is sufficiently flat. Press the Con- firm button to proceed to next calibration procedure. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-37 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 465 Calibration values to factory default settings. This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordinarily out-of-range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormality). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-38 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 466 Figure D-24. Advanced Filament Calibration - Adjustment Point Selection Tab 6. If using an oscilloscope, select Scope radio button (Step 1.); if using a mAs meter, select Mas Meter. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-39 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 467 Step 1 of the Filament Point Adjustment screen (see Figure D-25). If waveform is Too Low, increase the filament preheat value by mov- Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-40 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 468: Ma Calibration Tab

    50 ms/division time base. This will give a 100 mA/volt equivalent for mA measurement (see Figure D-26 for sample mA measurements using scope). Figure D-26. MA Measurement Using an Oscilloscope HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-41 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 469 This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordinarily out-of- range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormality). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-42 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 470 These wires must be re-connected when finished calibration.) 5. Take an exposure at the setting indicated on the Low mA Calibration Screen (i.e., 60 kVp, 75s mA, 100 msec). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-43 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 471 CAUTION! If using a mAs meter, re-connect the green/ yellow wire marked "MAS METER" to the ground stud on top of the H.V. Transformer (see Figure D-21). Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-44 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 472: Aec Calibration

    WALL RECEPTOR/FILM MASTER GAIN potentiometer. Adjust "Offset" to SCREEN obtain desired (set) density. 3. Perform "AEC kVp Calibration". 1. Copy "Wall72" Receptor/ Film Screen to "Wall". HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-45 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 473 Set "Offset" to 1200. SCREEN c. Adjust ion chamber’s MASTER GAIN potenti- ometer until base density is achieved in acquired images. 4. Perform "AEC kVp Calibration". Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-46 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 474: Ion Chamber Balancing (Three-Field Chambers

    If not, refer to HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-47 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 475 (refer to ion chamber manufac- turer’s documentation for details), then re-take exposure and verify it is within tolerance. Repeat as necessary. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-48 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 476 Repeat as nec- essary. 9. Access the Generator Settings Screen and reset Backup MAS to original setting noted previously. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-49 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 477: Aec Mas Balance Verification

    If the generator is equipped with "standard" type AEC (i.e., AEC Board A11 is part number AY40-031S), adjust potentiometer A11R12 to increase or decrease the mAs value. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-50 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 478 CAUTION! If using a mAs meter, re-connect the green/yellow wire marked "MAS METER" to the ground stud on top of the H.V. Transformer (see Figure D-21). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-51 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 479: The Aec Calibration Tab

    (gray level) setting. This target level, referred to as the "Base OD setting", determines the basic "gray-level" quality of images acquired in AEC mode Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-52 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 480 This normally should not be selected; it should only be selected when calibration values are extraordinarily out- of-range (usually signifying a hardware or software abnormality). HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-53 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 481 3. Select a Receptor/Film Screen to calibrate (touch or click on the down arrow at the right end of receptor field to display additional choices). For this example, "Wall72" is selected. Press Next button. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-54 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 482 Appendix D Calibration (Using Generator Service Tools) 4. The Calibration Wizard - Base Optical Density (OD) Calibration screen appears: Figure D-31. Calibration Wizard - Base OD Tab HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-55 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 483 8. If the density value is within acceptable range of the Target Level (on CR or DR systems, refer to manufacturer’s specifications), press the Con- firm button to save the setting and proceed to AEC kVp Calibration. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-56 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 484 5. If the density value is within acceptable range of the Target Level (on CR or DR systems, refer to manufacturer’s specifications), press the Cali- brate button to save the setting and proceed to AEC kVp Calibration. HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-57 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 485 150 kV systems require an additional two kV calibration points (130 and 140 kV). The image receptor and chamber field settings remain the same as those used in the Base OD Calibration procedure described previously. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-58 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 486 1. Access the AEC kVp Calibration Tab (shown below) and proceed as fol- lows. TARGET DENSITY LEVEL Figure D-32. Calibration Wizard - AEC kVp Calibration Tab HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual Revision W D-59 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 487 CR or DR systems, refer to manufacturer’s specifications), press the Confirm button to proceed to the next AEC kVp calibration point. b. If not within range, press the Repeat button to re-take the exposure Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-60 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 488 9. Verify AEC calibration by taking several exposures in AEC mode and checking the resulting density value. If necessary, repeat AEC calibration procedure to further adjust AEC accuracy. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-61 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 489 SID/receptor meet applicable regulatory agency require- ments. If required, further optical density accuracy can be attained by per- forming the "AEC kVp Calibration" procedure for each copied receptor. Proceed as follows: Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-62 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 490 Film Screen data. 3. Press the Copy button. 4. A Copy Results dialogue box will appear to confirm the copy function was executed successfully. Press Ok. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-63 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 491 (see below). To perform another copy operation, press Yes but- ton and repeat steps above. To exit the copy utility, press No button. Figure D-35. Calibration Wizard - Copy Receptor Calibration (Step 3) Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-64 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
  • Page 492 "Incomplete" and list the procedures not per- formed. Select Perform another calibration to perform the calibra- tions, or select Exit to close the calibration wizard. Revision W HF Series X-ray Generators - Service Manual D-65 Quantum Medical Imaging, LLC...
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