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OREX PcCR 1417ACL4 System User Manual

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PcCR 1417ACL4 System
Automatic Cassette Loading Version
User Manual
To be used with OREX Scanner Interface Version 2.5.1.10

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  • Page 1 PcCR 1417ACL4 System Automatic Cassette Loading Version User Manual To be used with OREX Scanner Interface Version 2.5.1.10...
  • Page 2 The company’s mission is to become a leading provider of compact personal CR systems. Following the successful penetration of the global dental market, the company changed its name from Digident to OREX and expanded its markets and product lines to serve the dental, medical, military, industrial and veterinary fields.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting Resolution, Orientation and Linearization.............29 Erasing Options and Automatic Scan ................30 Overview........................30 Setting Erasing Options and Auto Scan..............32 Technician Mode .......................32 RAIS 2 ..........................33 About OREX Software ......................35 Troubleshooting........................36 Overview........................36 Error List........................36 Frequently Asked Questions ..................37 Recording Sub-Organ Offset and PM Gain Values ............38 Cleaning the Rollers ......................40...
  • Page 4 List of Figures Figure 1-1: PcCR 1417 Front View ....................2 Figure 1-2: PcCR 1417 Back View ....................3 Figure 2-1: AC Power and USB Cable Connections ..............10 Figure 2-2: Loading the Cassette ....................11 List of Abbreviations FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions LED –...
  • Page 5 Preface This manual provides all the required information for scanning a medical plate using the OREX PcCR 1417 reader. The manual is intended to be used by medical personnel, and is comprised of the following sections: Section 1: PcCR 1417 System Introduction...
  • Page 6 Section 11 Cleaning the Rollers This section explains how to clean the rollers of the scanner with the cleaning plate. Section 12 Demo Scan This section explains how to display a demonstration image on your computer screen without connecting to the scanner. Section 13 Installing Context Vision This section walks you through installing the Context Vision filter.

  • Page 7: Pccr 1417 System Introduction

    The luminescence signal is digitized. The data is then subjected to digital image processing. The OREX PcCR 1417 reader enables the user to read a plate quickly, and erase it to be ready for the next read. The reader is compact and easy to use.

  • Page 8: Scanner Mechanical Description

    1.3 Scanner Mechanical Description The following depicts the scanner’s main parts and functions (see Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2): Item Function Cassette Tray Inserts the cassette into the reader for reading and erasing. 9.5" Plate Adapter Helps to center the 9.5" cassette (optional).

  • Page 9: Features

    • The PcCR 1417 reader follows the provisions of the Medical Device Directive 93/42 EEC for class 1 Devices. The reader conforms with the following safety standards: • EN60950 (1992) • IEC60825-1 (1993-11) • IEC60601-1-2 (1993) The CE mark that is used on OREX products is AT095004-02...

  • Page 10: Using The Pccr 1417 System

    10" x 12" plate size 14" x 17" plate size 173 x 173 µm pixel size Plate Type AGFA ADC-MD-30 (produced and licensed to OREX by AGFA-GEVAERT A.G.) Scanning Time 9.5” x 9.5”plate size 47 sec. 8" x 10" plate size HR 62 sec.

  • Page 11: Overview

    Overview This section provides a general flowchart and step-by-step instructions on how to scan a plate using the PcCR 1417 System, and instructions on how to change the photo multiplier (PM) gain value of a poor or over exposed image. Language Support The PcCR 1417 system supports interface in different languages.
  • Page 12 8. If the language used is Chinese, enter the Scanner Interface Setup –Advanced tab. 9. From the Language drop-down menu, select Chinese RPS. AT095004-02...

  • Page 13: Using The Image Plate With Cassette

    2.3 Using the Image Plate with Cassette An image plate comes in a cassette, and should remain there. The only time a plate is out of the cassette is when the scanner automatically loads the plate for reading. It is important to keep the image plate positioned correctly throughout any procedure.
  • Page 14 To load a cassette into the reader: Verify that the scanner is On, and that the System LED is green, indicating that the scanner is ready. Insert the cassette into the scanner: • The face (white) side faces up, • The open edge points toward the scanner, and •...

  • Page 15: 9.5 Adaptor And Cassette (Optional)

    9.5 x 9.5 adaptor and cassette (optional) Plate Scanning Process The following flowchart depicts how to read a plate using the PcCR 1417 Reader. Main Window Verify Scanning Prerequisites Interface Load the Plate Erase Eject Exit Abort The reading process is comprised of the following stages: •...

  • Page 16: Figure 2-1: Ac Power And Usb Cable Connections

    4. Insert a new patient file, or select an existing patient file. 5. Click the Scan icon to start the scanning process. • The OREX Scanner Interface main dialog opens. • The scanner starts communicating with the computer. • Within a few seconds, check that the scanner SYSTEM LED turns...

  • Page 17: Figure 2-2: Loading The Cassette

    2.5.3 Loading a Cassette Figure 2-2: Loading the Cassette 1. Place and center the cassette on the Cassette Tray (10" or 14" cassette width, shown in Figure 1-1). 2. Slightly push the cassette into the scanner (Figure 2-2) until it locks into position, and the PROCESS LED turns orange and starts blinking.
  • Page 18 2.5.4 Setting Up the Scanner 1. Click the Setup button in the scanner interface. The Setup dialog box opens. In the Setup dialog box, select the Configuration tab. 2. To set the size of the area to be scanned, left click the Plate “inch” x “inch”...
  • Page 19 2.5.5 Scanning and Erasing a Plate IMPORTANT While scanning, do not perform any other operation on your computer (for example, printing, network operation, or emailing). These operations may result in errors in the scanning process. 1. To begin scanning, click the Scan button. First the Initializing scanning, and then the Scanning messages are displayed on the main dialog.
  • Page 20 When the scanner has finished reading the plate, the digital image appears on the viewer. • If Auto erase has been set in advance, an Erase message appears after scanning is completed. To view the Erase message, you must re-activate the Scanner Interface. •...
  • Page 21 2.5.6 Reader Status Indicators There are two status indicators located on the front of the PcCR-1417 scanner, above the cassette entry slot. • The left LED indicates the status of the system • The right LED indicates the status of the process Each indicator can appear green, orange or red, and the color can be either constant or blinking.

  • Page 22: Entering The Setup Menu

    1. From the main interface, click the Setup button. You are prompted to enter your user rank. Note that the available options vary according to the rank of the user. Choose Orex Technician. Enter password. Click OK. The Setup dialog box opens with the Anatomical screen selected.

  • Page 23: Changing A Pm Gain Value

    2.7 Changing a PM Gain Value In some cases, it is possible to control the scanning results by changing the optical gain of the sub-organ image. Once changed, the new Optical Gain setting will affect the results of scanned images in the relevant unit only when that same sub- organ is selected.
  • Page 24 3. From the Sub Organ drop-down list, select the sub-organ image for which you would like to change the PM Gain (unless the sub-organ has already been selected in the main dialog). 4. Change/adjust the Sub-Organ PM Gain (in the Sub organ acquisition setup section): •...

  • Page 25: Adjusting The System To An X-Ray Unit

    2.8 Adjusting the System to an X-ray Unit The Scanner Interface is designed to work with up to four x-ray machines. Each machine is represented by a number, and includes a unique set of PM Gain, offset, and filtration values for each sub-organ. Before x-raying, select the machine you are going to use by clicking that unit’s number.

  • Page 26: Adding And Deleting Sub-Organs

    Each unit can be given a name on the Anatomical tab. After you name a unit, that name appears on the main dialog whenever that unit is activated. 2.9 Adding and Deleting Sub-organs If you want to add a new sub-organ, select the relevant organ, insert the new sub-organ, and click the Add new sub-organ button.

  • Page 27: Restoring Corrupt Images

    2.10 Restoring Corrupted Images If the image you get is corrupt because of misused image processing tools, you can restore the image in its raw state, and process it manually, with the tools available in the Image Diagnostics menu. Restor Button After choosing the desired image from the Archive directory, click Open.

  • Page 28: X-Ray Machine-To-Scanner Calibration

    3. X-ray Machine-to-Scanner Calibration 3.1 Overview This section provides step-by-step instructions on how to calibrate the reader to the local x-ray machine. Calibration is unit-specific (results are saved only in the unit that is active while calibrating). The calibration procedures result in setting default values for the system. Objective: The objectives are as follows: ●...

  • Page 29: Calibration Procedures

    3.2 Calibration Procedures 3.2.1 Offset Calibration The Offset calibration automatically finds the offset values for predetermined gain values, and sets them in a Look Up Table. Insert the cassette containing the phosphor plate into the scanner. Erase the phosphor plate twice (to eliminate any remainder of information on the film).
  • Page 30 3.2.2 PM Gain Calibration The PM Gain calibration finds the PM gains with radiation dose allowed on the phosphor plate from the local x-ray machine, depending on the density of the scanned organ. Erase the phosphor plate twice (to eliminate any remainder of information on the film).
  • Page 31 If desired, you can define the Pm Gain value manually. Enter the new value; then click the Manual Pm Gain Calibration button. After a short time, the PM gain in all sub-organs allocated to the selected organ, is recalculated according to the new value, and the table is displayed again.

  • Page 32: Image Properties

    If an image fails to appear on your viewer, it is important to make sure that the image’s “Raw image path” in your viewer matches the location on your hard disk (contact OREX support for the location on the hard disk). In the main dialog, click the Setup button. The Setup dialog opens. In the Setup dialog, select the Image tab.
  • Page 33 To create duplicate images in an alternate format, from the Jpg Image Properties group select an image format from the drop-down list, (bmp, jpg); then browse to the desired location, and enter the filename. The created files will be named in ascending order.

  • Page 34: Resolution, Orientation And Linearization

    5. Resolution, Orientation and Linearization 5.1 Overview 5.1.1 Resolution: The 8” x 10” holder can be scanned in either normal or high resolution. Reading a plate in high resolution is recommended whenever you wish to focus on small structures (physiological or pathological). 5.1.2 Orientation: The Scanner Interface creates a mirror image from input, so that left and right appear as they do on regular x-ray film:...

  • Page 35: Setting Resolution, Orientation And Linearization

    5.2 Setting Resolution, Orientation and Linearization In the main dialog, click the Setup button. The Setup dialog opens. In the Setup dialog, select the Image tab. To select permanent normal resolution, do not check the Normal Resolution check box. Leave the Normal Resolution check box empty. To select permanent high resolution, check the Normal Resolution check box, and the Normal Resolution text immediately changes to High Resolution.

  • Page 36: Erasing Options And Automatic Scan

    6. Erasing Options and Automatic Scan 6.1 Overview The scanner Configuration library consists of several options that are used daily: • Auto erase after scan enables the erasing of a plate automatically after the scan is completed. • Erase factor enables you to choose the number of erasing steps, which is proportional to erasing time.
  • Page 37 Note: Remember to click Reset Lamp Error after you repair an erase lamp problem. Failure to do so will result in illogical Lamp error messages. AT095004-02...

  • Page 38: Setting Erasing Options And Auto Scan

    Setting Erasing Options and Auto Scan In the main dialog, click the Setup button. The Setup dialog opens. In the Setup dialog, select the Configuration tab. Check the Auto erase after scan checkbox, then click Save. Perform a scan. After scanning is completed, erasing occurs automatically. Check the Auto Scan checkbox, then click Save.

  • Page 39: Rais 2

    These images, displaying an organ from different angles, are grouped together to create a patient study. With the OREX concept, each x-ray exposure is immediately fed into the locally positioned CR (Computed Radiography) system.
  • Page 40 The bottom part of the screen displays the current study with the latest ten acquired images (as thumbnails). When less than ten images have been acquired, the remaining section remains black. It is possible to right-click any of the images for an enlarged preview. After acquiring the required images, you can exit the scanning interface, by clicking The system enters the viewer, and displays the entire study.

  • Page 41: About Orex Software

    8. About OREX Software The About OREX Software tab lists the versions of system’s software (Boot, Scanner Interface, and so on). Knowing which versions you have may be necessary when you contact a technician or support personnel by phone or email.

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting

    PcCR 1417 System, and answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). Error List IMPORTANT Inform OREX directly or through your vendor about any error messages that may appear. Do not attempt to repair the malfunction by yourself! Error Message Cause/Description Update software please Memory of Operation Firmware is empty.

  • Page 43: Frequently Asked Questions

    9.3 Frequently Asked Questions Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: Question: Answer: AT095004-02...

  • Page 44: Recording Sub-Organ Offset And Pm Gain Values

    10. Recording Sub-Organ Offset and PM Gain Values This section provides a place for you to record the PM gain values you set for various organs/sub-organs. Whenever you change a value, please record the new value in the table below (for changing a PM gain value, refer to section 2.3).
  • Page 45 Organ Sub-Organ Gain Value Abdomen Abdomen AP Abdomen Right Decubitus Abdomen Left Decubitus Bladder Diaphragm Renal Spine Jugular Cervical Spine AP Cervical Spine Lateral Thoracic Spine AP Thoracic Spine Lateral Lumbar Spine AP Lumbar Spine Lateral Sacrum Coccyx Lower Extremities Femur Knee Fibula...

  • Page 46: Cleaning The Rollers

    11. Cleaning the Rollers 11.1 Overview The rollers should be cleaned periodically to remove dust and small particles. The roller-cleaning device enables you to clean the rollers that feed the image plate from the cassette into the reader. The Cleaning device includes the following items: •...
  • Page 47 Remove the transparent protective sheet/protective envelope from the cleaning plate. Remove the protective paper strips from the cleaning plate to expose the adhesive. Place the cleaning plate on the tray. Make sure the cleaning plate is placed in the correct direction, as specified on the plate. While holding onto the plate, push the plate into the reader.
  • Page 48 Remove the cleaning plate from the reader. Disconnect the cleaning tray by pulling out the knob underneath the front tray. AT095004-02...

  • Page 49: Demo Scan

    12. Demo Scan The Demo Scan function enables you to display an image on your computer screen without connecting to the scanner. To use the Demo scan function: 1. On the main interface, click the Setup button. The Setup dialog opens. 2.
  • Page 50 The Scanner main interface appears, with a warning that this is a Demo Scan. 5. Click the Start button An image from OREX’s database appears on the main interface. When demo-scanning ends, a Saving Image message appears on the main interface. The demo- scanned images are saved in the study that is currently active on the viewer.

  • Page 51: Installing Context Vision

    13. Installing Context Vision Run the CVLicense.exe program, located on the installation CD. Double-click CVIE-Orex-Soft. The CVLicense–Set License dialog box opens. In the Key field, enter the license key, which is located on the dongle; then press Set Key. Press OK.
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