Table of Contents Section 1 Service Information Chapter 1. Introduction About this manual ............... Chapter 2.
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Table of Figures Figure 1 Portascan Block Diagram ..............Figure 2 Mainboard Top View .
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Table of Figures Figure 20 Probe interface panel set..Remove screws to separate........Figure 21 Separate ribbon connector, or carefully hinge probe interface boards .
Section 1 About this manual Chapter 1. Introduction This service manual can be used to service the Portascan at board level. The manual explains the functioning of the boards by means of functional block diagrams and photographs while connections can be checked at the connector overview. Preventative and corrective maintenance is also included as are circuit diagrams.
Section 1 Chapter 3. Technical Specifications of the Scanner General Specifications: Power Input 10 - 13.5 Vdc Power Consumption 12 VA Scanning Method Mechanical Sector Display Modes B - mode Probe Frequency 3.5/5.0 MHz Max Image Depth 20 cm Scan Converter Full Digital 512 x 512 x 8 Bladder Volume 0 -1500 ml...
Section 1 Chapter 5. Planned Maintenance Handling and Care Although the scanner is produced with the utmost care and only the highest quality components are used, maintenance will be necessary from time to time to ensure trouble-free operation. Remove loose dust from the exterior with a soft cloth or a dry brush. A solution of water with a mild detergent may be used, but not freely applied.
Section 1 Chapter 6. Unit Disassembly - continued Figure 21. Separate ribbon connector, or carefully hinge probe Figure 22. … to reveal ETX Retain Heatsink from other side interface boards Heatsink screws Figure 23. The compact flash can now be removed, Figure 24.
Section 1 Chapter 7. Faults and Solutions Screen Related LCD blank, can be caused by loose connector at rear of display panel or faulty display. LCD poor contrast or dark due to failure of inverter board P/N C-00049. Probe Related Probe knocking: generally caused by one or more broken wires at the back of probe socket.
Section 1 Chapter 9. ESD What is ESD Electro Static Discharge (ESD) is the transmission of electro static charges between two bodies with a potential difference. This transmission can be achieved by direct contact or by an inducted electrostatic field. Electro static discharges are not always noticed by operators, because ESD is: sensed at 3,500 Volt audible at 4,500 Volt...
Section 1 Appendix 1 Testing of Final Assembly Scanner Serial No: Interface Board Serial No: Probe Serial No: Instructions: Pass / fail: Insert a charged 'test' battery pack and check that it fits securely. Ensure that the printer door opens and closes smoothly and that the magnetic latch holds the door securely when the door is closed.
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Section 1 Appendix 1 Testing of Final Assembly - continued Instructions: Pass / fail: Press the print button to obtain a hard copy of the result. Press the menu button. Using the "UP", "DOWN" menu buttons select the "Set Probe Frequency" option and then press the "SELECT"...
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