Page 1 RTR-4 Portable Digital X-Ray Imaging System Operator’s Manual 120300 Rev. D 15 February 2003...
Page 2 SAIC. This technology is controlled by the U.S. Government. Diversion contrary to U.S. law is prohibited. SAIC reserves the right to change or revise this information without notice. Reasonable effort has been made to ensure that the information in this manual is accurate;...
Page 3 16701 W. Bernardo Dr. San Diego, CA 92127-1903 U.S.A. declare under our sole responsibility that the product RTR-4 Portable Digital X-Ray Imaging System complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following of two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference.
Page 4 16701 W. Bernardo Dr. San Diego, CA 92127-1903 U.S.A. declare under our sole responsibility that the product RTR-4 Portable Digital X-Ray Imaging System to which this declaration relates is in conformance with the applicable provisions of the following directives: • 73/23;EEC governing product safety.
Page 5 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Revision History VERSION COPY FREEZE DATE NOTES — 15 June 1999 Initial release. 16 April 1999 Minor revision. 28 February 2001 Wireless Option removed from Operator’s Guide and transformed into a separate supplemental document.Battery Charger chapter and CU-4 Modem chapter deleted.
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Outdoor Use......................2-4 System Description, Setup, and Quick Start ......... 3-1 Introduction........................ 3-1 Hardware Description ....................3-1 RTR-4 System Standard Wired Configuration Components......3-1 Portable Notebook Controller................3-2 Integrated Imager....................3-3 XR200 X-Ray Source ..................3-8 Interconnecting Cables ..................3-8 Transport Case ....................
Page 7 The Icon Toolbar ....................4-45 The Database Function ..................4-48 Shutting Down and Stowing the RTR-4 ..............4-56 Shutdown and Stow the RTR-4 (Wired or Wireless Configurations) ....4-56 Operator Maintenance..................... 4-57 RTR-4 Care and Cleaning ................4-57 Disk Space ......................4-58 Charging Batteries ....................
Page 8 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Power Supply Options ..................5-7 Notebook Controller with Battery Box............... 5-8 Previous Model Imagers ..................5-10 Introduction....................... 5-10 Standard-View Imager..................5-10 Alternate X-Ray Sources ..................5-12 Introduction......................5-12 Miscellaneous Accessories ..................5-13 Introduction....................... 5-13 Wireless Option Backpack ................5-13 Notebook PC Configuration Accessories ............
Page 9: Introduction
About this Manual This manual provides information on the setup and use of the various options and configurations of the Real Time Radioscopy (RTR-4) Imaging System and is comprised of the following chapters: Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 2 - Safety Summary...
Page 10: Component Returns
When shipping components, include a description of the problem and the RMA number. SAIC Attn: RTR-4 Manufacturing Mgr. 16701 W. Bernardo Dr. San Diego, CA 92127-1903 USA The Golden Engineering X-ray sources may be handled separately for customer convenience.
Page 11 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Introduction TERM DEFINITION Radio Frequency Return Material Authorization Region Of Interest Real Time Radiography Signal-to-Noise Ratio .tif Tagged Image Format (a filename extension) Thermoluminescent Dosimeters Volts alternating current Volts direct current WiFi Wireless Fidelity, a wireless ethernet communications standard.
Page 12 Introduction RTR-4 Operator’s Manual SAIC Proprietary 120300 Rev. D...
Page 13: Safety Summary
Qualified and Trained personnel only The RTR-4 should only be operated by technically qualified and trained personnel. It is the responsibility of the RTR-4 user to ensure only trained personnel are permitted to configure, operate, and maintain RTR-4 equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to verify that all regulations have been met before operating this equipment.
Page 14: Safety Procedures
The X-ray source used with the RTR-4 system generates x-rays that can be harmful to personnel. It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that the RTR-4 is properly used by trained personnel who follow recommended operating procedures and SAIC Proprietary 120300 Rev.
Page 15: General Safety Procedures
Users’s Manual for the applicable X-ray source or on the manufacturer’s webpage. When two or more exclusion zones apply, such as using the RTR-4 in the presence (or suspected presence) of explosives, the larger exclusion zone perimeter shall apply.
Page 16: Safe Operating Environment
• Maximum relative humidity of 80%. Outdoor Use All parts of the RTR-4 system are intended for the outdoor use except for the external ac power adapters. If external power adapters must be used outdoors, ensure they are protected from adverse weather conditions such as rain or moisture.
Page 17: System Description, Setup, And Quick Start
• Hardware Description. • Setting up the RTR-4 • Quick Start The basic system design of the RTR-4 consists of an imager unit, a controller unit, an X-ray source unit, and the interconnecting cables or optional wireless components. This chapter covers the standard wired configuration and the standard wireless configuration only.
Page 18: Portable Notebook Controller
RTR-4 system and displays images as they are captured. A special adapter cable is provided to connect the PC modem RJ45 connector to the RTR-4 system cable reel when the system is setup in the wired configuration.
Page 19: Integrated Imager
Up to thousands of images. RJ45 Cable Adapter This adapter is provided to connect the modem connection on the controller PC to the 50m cable reel when the RTR-4 is setup in the wired configuration. Controller AC Power Adapter This adapter connects the notebook PC to ac power and provides 19Vdc to the PC for operation or internal battery charging.
Page 20 System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual • The imager may use other external power sources between 12Vdc and 24Vdc such as vehicle power. IMAGE RTR010 TARGET AREA ORIENTATION INDICATOR Image Target Area The active image area is indicated on the face of the imager. This is the area that will be displayed on the controller PC.
Page 21 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Description, Setup, and Quick Start Power-on Delay Timer The imager is equipped with a rotary switch that allows setting a 0 to 3 minute delay between turning on the imager power switch and the application of power to the imager. The switch positions provide 20 second interval settings up to the 3 minute limit.
Page 22 Contact your nearest dealer. Imager Control Panel Operation and interconnection of the imager with the rest of the RTR-4 system in the wired configuration is accomplished through a control panel at the side of the imager. DATA POWER...
Page 23 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Description, Setup, and Quick Start The functions located on the Imager control panel are as follows: CONTROL OR FUNCTION INDICATOR Power On-Off Switch Turns on the imager power for both internal battery and external power operation.
Page 24: Xr200 X-Ray Source
Additional information is available in the provided Golden Engineering Operator’s Manual. Interconnecting Cables The RTR-4 system when setup in the wired configuration requires the following cables: • 30cm (1ft) adapter cable that allows connection between the controller communications port and the 50m (164ft) signal cable.
Page 25: Transport Case
• 3m (10ft) X-ray source control cable connects the X-ray source to the imager. Transport Case The RTR-4 is protected during transport and storage by a rugged impact-resistant plastic transport case with fitted foam inserts. SOURCE KEY NOTEBOOK...
Page 26: Rtr-4 Standard Wireless Configuration
50cm (1.5ft) away from a target device, the RTR-4 Wireless operation complies with the Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Ordnance (HERO) specifications. This consideration is only relevant if the RTR-4 is being used with potentially explosive devices. The data transmission frequency of the Imager radio module and the controller is between 2.4000 and 2.4835GHz, and is...
Page 27 The Wifi NIC is a PC interface transceiver card that fits into the notebook Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) slot. This card transmits and receives data to the Imager Transceiver radio module attached to the RTR-4 Imager. Imager Transceiver Radio Module The Image Transceiver radio module is affixed to the RTR-4 Imager with quarter turn clamps.This module transmits and...
Page 28: Setting Up The Rtr-4
System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Setting up the RTR-4 There are two setup configurations for the standard RTR-4, the wired configuration and the wireless configuration. There are some positioning related issues that apply to all setups that the operator must be aware of during the setup process.
Page 29: Standard Wired Configuration
RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Description, Setup, and Quick Start Standard Wired Configuration In the wired configuration of the RTR-4 Imaging System, cabling is used to interconnect the various components. The basic wired configuration is shown here. ADAPTER CABLE X-RAY SOURCE...
Page 30 System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual STEP ACTION Place the controller notebook in the selected area as far from the imaging area as is appropriate to adhere to exclusion zone requirements and other safety regulations. CAUTION When unreeling the cable, be sure to grasp the cable rather than the connector and unreel the cable rather than let the Imager pull the cable off the reel.
Page 31: Standard Wireless Configuration
System Description, Setup, and Quick Start STEP ACTION WARNING When the RTR-4 has been set up and is standing by for imaging, ensure all personnel follow applicable X-ray radiation safety distance recommendations for field operation. Failure to comply may result in personnel injury.
Page 32 System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Procedure RTR0002 Set up the wireless configuration of the RTR-4 system as follows: STEP ACTION If not already mounted to the Imager, place the Imager radio module in the imager mounting bracket ensuring that the bulkhead connector is aligned and secure the module with the quarter-turn clamps.
Page 33 Turn on the controller. WARNING When the RTR-4 has been set up and is standing by for imaging, ensure all personnel follow applicable X-Ray radiation and RF safety distance recommendations for field operation. Failure to comply may result in personnel injury.
Page 34: Quick Start
System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Quick Start System Initialization Description Use this procedure to prepare the RTR-4 for X-raying an object. Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The appropriate setup procedure has been completed.
Page 35 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Description, Setup, and Quick Start Procedure RTR0004 X-Ray an object as follows: STEP ACTION WARNING Excessive exposure to X-ray radiation is harmful. Verify the exclusion zone is clear of all personnel. Failure to comply may result in personnel injury.
Page 36 System Description, Setup, and Quick Start RTR-4 Operator’s Manual 3-20 SAIC Proprietary 120300 Rev. D...
Page 37: System Operation
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 is configured in accordance with the applicable setup procedure in the previous chapter. • The Source and Imager units are correctly positioned around the item to be X-Rayed and the source Safety Keyswitch has been turned 90°...
Page 38 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Procedure RTR0004 X-Ray an object as follows: STEP ACTION WARNING Excessive exposure to X-Ray radiation is harmful. Verify the exclusion zone is clear of all personnel. Failure to comply may result in personnel injury. 1‘...
Page 39: Using The Sum Command
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 is configured in accordance with the applicable setup procedure in the previous chapter. • The source and imager units are correctly positioned by the object to be X-rayed and the source Safety Keyswitch has been turned 90°...
Page 40: Using The Add Images Feature
Add Images feature. Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 is configured in accordance with the applicable setup procedures in the previous chapter. • The Safety Keyswitch has been turned 90° clockwise. SAIC Proprietary...
Page 41 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is initiated and running. Procedure RTR0006 Obtain a Added image as follows: STEP ACTION Close all images currently open. Click on the Preferences pull-down menu.
Page 42 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual STEP ACTION Acquire the second image and save it. Do not close the image. Press the F7 key to display the Modified buffer. Modified appears in the status bar at the bottom of the screen.
Page 43: Using The Subtract Images Command
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 is configured in accordance with the applicable setup procedures in the previous chapter. • The Safety Keyswitch has been turned 90° clockwise. • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is initiated and running.
Page 44 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual STEP ACTION Click the Default button then click on the OK button. RTR0007c Acquire an image of a unknown object and save it. Acquire an image of the known object and save it. Do not close the image.
Page 45: Image Processing
Retrieving an Image Description Follow this procedure to open an image file from the images folder. Prerequisites The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. Procedure RTR0008 Retrieve an existing image as follows: STEP ACTION...
Page 46: Showing Image Information
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0009 Obtain image information as follows:...
Page 47: Using The Grid Overlay
Using the Grid Overlay Description The RTR-4 imaging software has a Grid Overlay feature to assist the operator in determining the position and dimension of components in an image. Follow this procedure to enable and disable the Grid Overlay feature.
Page 48: Measuring Distance In An Image
Preferences setting. Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0012 Measure distance as follows:...
Page 49: Adding Lines And Text
Adding Lines and Text Description The RTR-4 imaging software has provisions to allow the operator to place lines and text on an image to highlight or point out certain areas. Follow this procedure to add lines and text to an image.
Page 50: Using Contrast Stretch
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0014...
Page 51 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation STEP ACTION Click on a vertical blue bar to change the image brightness. The bar will flash a different color when properly selected. RTRooo7c Move the cursor to the left or right to vary the brightness of the image.
Page 52: Using Automatic Stretch
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original Buffer. Procedure RTR0015...
Page 53: Using Saturation Suppression
System Operation Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0016 Change the image palette as follows:...
Page 54: Sharpening An Image
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0018 Sharpen an image as follows:...
Page 55: Smoothing An Image
Follow this procedure to soften an image. Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0019...
Page 56: Reducing Image Noise
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0020...
Page 57: Using Edge Detection
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0021...
Page 58: Embossing An Image
Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software has been properly configured and is loaded and running. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0022 Emboss an image as follows:...
Page 59: Using Histogram Equalization
Histogram Equalize. Prerequisites Verify the following prerequisites are completed before beginning this procedure: • The RTR-4 imaging software is on and software preferences have been set. • An image is displayed in the Original buffer. Procedure RTR0023 Use Histogram Equalize as follows:...
Page 60: Quicksaving An Image
System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual • Modifications made to an image in the Original or the Modified buffers will overwrite the image in the Modified buffer. • Immediately save a newly acquired image to prevent its loss. MODIFY MODIFIED ORIGINAL...
Page 61: Saving An Image
RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation Saving an Image Description Follow this procedure to save an image with a specific filename to a location other than the default folder. Prerequisites Verify an unsaved image is present in the active buffer. Procedure RTR0025...
Page 62: Software Description
Help pull-down menu for more information). • The RTR-4 application may be operated using the keyboard in the advent of a mouse or pointing device failure. Once the RTR-4 is set up and configured, the operator shall launch the imaging software and verify that it is running normally and properly configured.
Page 63: The Acquire Menu
The RTR-4 software includes a database feature that lets the user record information about an image such as operator name, date of acquisition, location, project, type of image, X-Ray source and serial number, and any comments about the image.
Page 64 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual COMMAND DESCRIPTION Acquire... (F1) When selected, the system waits the number of seconds specified in the Delay Timer field, then the X-Ray source fires for the specified number of pulses and an image is acquired.
Page 65 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation Acquire Dialog Box The two Acquire dialog box settings and their respective ranges are: TYPICAL COMMAND DESCRIPTION INPUT DEFAULT RANGE X-Ray Sets the number of 5-99 Eight pulses times the source pulses pulses pulses on firing...
Page 66 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Fire and Sum X-Ray Dialog Box Selecting Fire and Sum X-Ray command captures the first image. The Acquire dialog box appears again automatically. If the first image is adequate, select Cancel. If not, set the option values and select Fire and Sum X-Ray again.
Page 67: The File Menu
System Operation The File Menu The File pull-down menu contains file management commands. These commands allow the opening, closing, printing, and saving of files and the option to exit the RTR-4 application. COMMAND DESCRIPTION Quick Save When selected, a dialog box appears with a...
Page 68: The Display Menu
System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual COMMAND DESCRIPTION Exit (Alt+X) When selected, the RTR-4 imaging application is shut down. All unsaved images are discarded from the buffers. The Display Menu The commands provided in the Display pull-down menu allow the images to be modified to aid in analysis. Adjustments done using the commands in the Display menu do not alter the data in the image, they merely change the way the data is presented.
Page 69 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation COMMAND DESCRIPTION Palettes Selecting Palette options changes the displayed colors of the images. Applying different palettes (also called “color mapping”) may improve the appearance of some details • The Default option shows a positive grayscale image view.
Page 70 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual COMMAND DESCRIPTION Select to place a measuring crosshair cursor on Distance Measurement the image. Move the cursor to the desired first location, then click to set the base position. (Ctrl+D) Move to the second location, a mobile line is displayed with another crosshair at the new end.
Page 71: The Modify Menu
If the displayed buffer was the Modified buffer, then this reversal is not available. Save the original image before any modifications are made. When making modifications to an image, RTR-4 displays only the most 120300 Rev. D SAIC Proprietary...
Page 72 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual recently saved modifications unless Multiple Originals is enabled. COMMAND DESCRIPTION ROI Processing Select this command to modify a specific area of an image. When selected, the cursor changes to a crosshair. Click at one corner of the area to be modified and drag to the opposite corner and click again.
Page 73 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation COMMAND DESCRIPTION Sharpen Select this command to sharpen an image. • Fine slightly sharpens the image, use for subtle adjustments. • Moderate improves image clarity without significantly increasing the image noise level. • Extreme dramatically increase the sharpness of the image, but increases the noise, producing a “grainy”...
Page 74 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual COMMAND DESCRIPTION Edge Detect Select this command to highlight edges in the image as white lines on a black background. This may aid in locating specific shapes in a cluttered image. • Horizontal highlights the horizontal lines.
Page 75: The Preferences Menu
Except for default settings and unless otherwise noted, preference commands do not remain enabled after the RTR-4 imaging application is exited. Preferences should usually be checked and set before acquiring images.
Page 76 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Set Preferences Procedure RTR0027 The items listed and described below are available in the Preferences pull-down menu. Set each item for the desired RTR-4 operation. STEP ACTION Select the Preferences pull-down menu located at the top of the Main Screen.
Page 77 Iconbar Select this command to show the Toolbar at the top of the screen, just below the Main Menu bar. This selection remains enabled after the RTR-4 imaging application is exited. Status Bar Select this command to show the status information across the bottom of the screen.
Page 78 NOTE: Overpulse protection is required to prevent overheating of the source and stressing the source battery. Source Use this command to select one of the four RTR-4 radiation sources: • XR-200 • XR-150 • XRS-3 • Inspector...
Page 79: The Window Menu
OS. Enable Database Select this command to enable the database function and allow recording of ancillary data. This option remains enabled after the RTR-4 imaging application is exited. The Window Menu The Window pull-down menu commands allow the user to arrange or select image windows.
Page 80: The Help Menu
System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual COMMAND DESCRIPTION Tile Horizontal Selecting this command displays images in a horizontal layout pattern. The Multiple Originals function under the Preferences menu must be selected in order for more than two images to be displayed.
Page 81: The Icon Toolbar
About Selecting this command provides release data on the RTR-4 imaging software. The Icon Toolbar The icon toolbar is located directly under the main menu bar at the top of the screen. Many of the Menu Bar and pull-down menu commands have corresponding buttons located in the toolbar.
Page 82 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual particular command are listed together. The Esc key can be used to cancel any command request. MENU FUNCTION TOOLBAR COMMAND BUTTON Acquire Quick Save Open Save As... Print Ctrl+P Exit Alt+X Zoom In PageUp Zoom Out...
Page 83 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation MENU FUNCTION TOOLBAR COMMAND BUTTON Distance Ctrl+D Measurement Switch Buffers Undo Ctrl+ Z Redo Ctrl+Y Processing Sharpen Moderate Smooth Moderate Help Acquire Disable Key Map Ctrl+K 120300 Rev. D SAIC Proprietary 4-47...
Page 84: The Database Function
RTR-4 Operator’s Manual The Database Function Enable Database Description The RTR-4 software contains a database function that can be used to collect, track, analyze, import and export images and related information conveniently and efficiently. Use of the database functions is optional and is enabled by checking Enable Database on the Preferences menu.
Page 85 Incidents and their associated files can be exported to archive the data outside of the RTR-4 system. Pre-existing incident files can be imported to add to data and images in an existing database.
Page 86 The Incident Data fields may be entered before arriving at an incident or input by the RTR-4 user at the scene. Once incident data has been entered, it can only be changed by using the Modify Incident Data and Defaults dialog box which is accessed by selecting File>Database>Modify Incident Data...
Page 87 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation clicks on OK to save the image. These values are provided by the system or the user-specified defaults. The user can specify the defaults for the Save Image Data dialog box by using the Set Default Values option from the Files>Database menu.
Page 88: Figure 4-2 Attach Associated Data Window
This window displays a list of the incidents contained in the database with a + sign by each incident name. Clicking on this + sign expands the entry showing the RTR-4 X-ray images appended to that incident. The appended files are displayed in a smaller window below the selected incident.
Page 89 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation Query Image Selecting this function displays a window where the operator can enter search data for specific incidents and related data. DATABASE ACTIVITIES The query window provides the operator with several methods to locate specific incident information. The operator can search on Incident Name, User Name, Category, Location, or a date range.
Page 90 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Modify Incident Data Selecting Modify Incident Data allows the operator to change the default entries in the Session Data dialog box. This is the window that is displayed when the software is started and the database option is checked.
Page 91 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation Set Default Values The Set Default Values dialog box allows the operator to set the default values for the Save Image Data screen. Administer Database The Administer Database menu option has two choices, either Import or Export. This allows the operator to save or combine incidents.
Page 92: Shutting Down And Stowing The Rtr-4
Shutdown and Stow the RTR-4 (Wired or Wireless Configurations) Description Follow this procedure to shut down the RTR-4. Step numbers with the letter “a” apply to the wireless configuration only. Step numbers with the letter “b” apply to the wired configuration only.
Page 93: Operator Maintenance
Engineering XR200 X-ray source Operator’s Manual for X-ray source care, maintenance and troubleshooting. RTR-4 Care and Cleaning The RTR-4 should be stored and transported in the transport case provided with the equipment. The RTR-4 has no special periodic maintenance requirements other than battery charging and routine image quality checking.
Page 94: Disk Space
DR-35S 10.8Vdc 3800 mA/hr battery. Nickel metal-hydrate (NiMH) is the only acceptable battery type. Charging the Notebook Controller Battery The RTR-4 Controller internal battery must remain charged to ensure that the set is always ready for deployment. Connecting 4-58 SAIC Proprietary 120300 Rev.
Page 95: Imager Battery Replacement
Follow this procedure to replace the DR-35S battery in the Integrated Imager unit. Prerequisites Verify all power is off and the Imager is not connected to other RTR-4 components or to external power. Procedure RTR0029 Replace the battery as follows: STEP...
Page 96: Optional External X-Ray Receiver Battery Replacement
System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual STEP ACTION NOTE The battery compartment cover will not close properly if the battery was replaced facing the wrong way. If cover doesn’t close, repeat step 3 to place the battery correctly. Close battery compartment cover and finger tighten cover screw.
Page 97: Wireless Signal Strength Test Utility
Wireless Signal Strength Test Utility Description The RTR-4 Wireless Option features a signal strength test utility called “WaveManager Client” which is launched by clicking on an icon on the Windows desktop. This utility shows the signal strength in the connection between the WiFi NIC and Integrated Imager radio module.
Page 98 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual Run the Wireless Signal Strength Test Utility as follows: STEP ACTION For Windows 98 or 98SE OS: Double-check on the WaveManager Client icon on the Windows desktop, or select Programs>Orinoco>WaveMANAGER CLIENT from the Start menu. A dialog box entitled WaveManager/Client - Status/Functions appears.
Page 99 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual System Operation STEP ACTION A dialog box entitled WaveManager/Client-Link Test appears. From the tabs at the top, select the Test Results tab. (The Windows 98 and Windows XP Operating System dialog boxes are slightly different, but their functionality is identical.)
Page 100 System Operation RTR-4 Operator’s Manual STEP ACTION Select the Test History tab to display a real-time signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) figure and corresponding line graphs. RTR0031e Click the Cancel button on either the Test Results or Test History dialog boxes to exit the tests.
Page 101: Ancillary Equipment
5 Ancillary Equipment Introduction This chapter describes various ancillary equipment that has been used with or may be with the RTR-4 in place of or in addition to the equipment described earlier in this manual. This chapter consists of the following sections: •...
Page 102 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual 3. X-ray Receiver unit and Receiver-to-Source cable. 4. Power Transceiver unit. 5. Adapter cable for optional medium-range antenna unit. 6. Tall screw-on transceiver antenna. 7. Short screw-on transmitter antenna. 8. Two Power Transceiver-to-Imager cables. 9. Orinoco WiFi NIC PCMCIA card.
Page 103 CU-4 controllers. This battery can be recharged using either the single-slot or the dual-slot charger sometimes provided with the RTR-4 controllers, or in the RTR-4 CU-4 controller's battery compartment. The Power Transceiver also has a power switch and a power-indication LED as shown in Figure 5-2.
Page 104: Previous Model Controllers
LED. Previous Model Controllers Introduction This section describes various controllers available for use with the RTR-4. These are: • CU-4 Controller • Notebook Controller with Battery Box. Standard CU-4 Components The standard CU-4 controller unit is a fully integrated computer comprised of the following components: •...
Page 105 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual The CU-4 controller internal display panel features are shown below. Safety key switch Color display Battery charge indicator light Hard drive LED– indicates that the hard disk drive is in use Power LED – indicates that controller power is on Standby LED –...
Page 106 External monitor connector (AUX VGA– for use with an external monitor to display images in parallel with the RTR-4 display, or for connection to some printing devices 1.4 Mbyte Floppy disk drive Standard keyboard with membrane cover...
Page 107: Power Supply Options
US standard 110Vac, and international standard 220Vac line power. The system is frequency-insensitive between 45 and 65Hz. The controller also powers the RTR-4 imager, so no special power consideration is required for the imager. The list below shows the power options for the Controllers for the CU-4 and Notebook systems.
Page 108: Notebook Controller With Battery Box
RTR-4 Operator’s Manual • 110-220Vac 50-60Hz connection to local power grid (standard operation). • External DC power from an automobile cigarette lighter receptacle (option) • External battery power (option). Battery Power A 10.8Vdc rechargeable battery is located in the hinged compartment below the keyboard of the controller.
Page 109 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual rechargeable battery and an external power supply which can be used to power the unit and also to recharge the internal battery. BATTERY BOX NOTEBOOK CONTROLLER Note that the adapter cable connects between the communications port of the Notebook and the 50m reel cable.
Page 110: Previous Model Imagers
Interlock Key Box, and the other is plugged into the COM port on the rear panel of the Notebook Controller. This connection is required so that the RTR-4 software can detect the orientation of the key. Previous Model Imagers...
Page 111 RTR-4 Operator’s Manual • Power: 12Vdc (supplied by CU-4 Controller’s Control Unit or the Notebook Controller’s Battery Box.) X-Ray Source & Imager Relationship When acquiring an image, the target object must be positioned so that it is as close as possible to the Imager’s signal acquisition screen (face) which is denoted by the white rectangular outline on the flat side of the Imager unit.
Page 112: Alternate X-Ray Sources
X-ray Source unit’s beam to be properly centered on the screen Imager Unit with Elevated Source Alternate X-Ray Sources Introduction The RTR-4 can currently be used with the following Golden Engineering X-Ray sources: • Inspector 200 • XR150 • XRS3 •...
Page 113: Miscellaneous Accessories
This is to prevent overheating in the source and stressing the battery. The RTR-4 software will prompt the operator should a selection be made that would overpulse the selected X-ray source.
Page 114: Notebook Pc Configuration Accessories
Notebook PC Configuration Accessories The following table lists and describes the optional accessories for the standard RTR-4 Notebook configuration. ITEM DESCRIPTION Notebook Safety Lock...
Page 115: Index
Imager control panel .......3-7 Automatic Stretch ......4-16 Imager handle .......5-12 Incident data .........4-50 Incident name .......4-50 Backpack option ......5-13 Initialize the RTR-4 ......3-18 Battery Box ........5-9 Inspector 200 .........5-12 Integrated Imager ......3-3 Cable Adapter .........3-3 Interlock Key .........5-10 Caution symbol .......2-1 Internal Source Receiver ....3-11...
Page 116 Setup, wireless configuration ..3-15 Overpulse protection ....5-13 Sharpen an image ......4-18 Show multiple images ....4-10 Showing Image Information ..4-10 Palette options Shutdown and Stow the RTR-4 ..4-56 default ..........4-33 Signal acquisition screen ....5-11 inverted greyscale......4-33 Signal strength test utility ...4-61 inverted rainbow......4-33 Soften an image ......4-19...

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