Chapter 3: System Overview - GE Definium 5000 Operator's Manual

Chapter 3: System Overview

This chapter describes the system hardware, movement controls, and accessories.
Refer to the Definium 5000 Pre-Installation Manual (part number 5192967-100) for a complete list of
specifications, dimensions, and room layout recommendations.
Topics covered include:
• Hardware Overview
– Tube, Arm, and Image Receptor
– Control Room Interface Box (CRIB)
– Hand Switch (p. 3-6)
• System Movements
– System Movement Controls
– Position System from Touch Screen Console
– Emergency Stop
– Anti-collision System
– Modify Positions
• Interchangeable Grids
• Automatic Collimator
– Tube-Collimator Assembly Positioning
• Options and Accessories
– Copper Filtration
– Radiographic Mobile Tables
– Grid and Accessories Holder
– Weight-bearing Stand
– Image Pasting Patient Positioner
– Remote Control (p. 3-25)
– DAP Meter (p. 3-26)
• Error Messages (p. 3-27)
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