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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Legal Notice................... 7 Introduction to this Manual..............8 Scope of this Manual............................9 About the safety notices in this document.................... 10 Disclaimer................................ 11 Introduction to DR 400............... 12 Intended Use..............................13 Intended User..............................14 Configuration..............................15 Applied Parts............................16 Options and Accessories..........................17 Operation Controls............................18...
Page 3 DR 400 | Contents | iii Disinfecting safety directions......................58 Approved disinfectants........................59 Maintenance..............................60 Maintenance of the radiographic table, radiographic wall stand and X-Ray Tube Stand..............................60 Safety Directions................. 63 General Safety Directions........................... 64 Safety Directions for the X-Ray System....................65 Safety Directions for the radiographic table..................66 Basic Workflow..................67...
Page 4 DR 400 | Contents | iv Filter Status............................104 Anti-scatter grid status........................105 Radiation status..........................106 Unknown status..........................107 Generator screen............................108 One point, two point and three point working modes............109 Radiographic Parameters......................110 Focal Spot Indicator........................111 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)....................112 X-ray tube load..........................115 DAP Value............................116 Heat Units............................117...
Page 5 DR 400 | Contents | v Rotating the bucky............................159 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table................160 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand..............161 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table................162 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand..............163 Automatic Cassette Size Sensing......................164...
Page 6 Product Complaints............................ 220 Environmental protection........................221 System Documentation..........................222 Training................................223 Technical Data..............................224 DR 400 Technical Data........................225 Generator Technical Data......................227 Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data..........228 Radiographic Wall Stand Technical Data.................230 X-Ray Tube Technical Data......................232 Bucky Unit Technical Data......................233 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data..............
Page 7: Legal Notice
Agfa and the Agfa rhombus are trademarks of Agfa-Gevaert N.V., Belgium or its affiliates. DR 400 is a trademark of Agfa NV, Belgium or one of its affiliates. All other trademarks are held by their re- spective owners and are used in an editorial fashion with no intention of infringement.
Page 8: Introduction To This Manual
DR 400 | Introduction to this Manual | 8 Introduction to this Manual • Scope of this Manual on page 9 • About the safety notices in this document on page 10 • Disclaimer on page 11 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 9: Scope Of This Manual
DR 400 | Introduction to this Manual | 9 Scope of this Manual This User Manual describes the features of the DR 400 System, an integrated X-Ray imaging system. It explains how the different components of the DR 400 System work together. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 10: About The Safety Notices In This Document
DR 400 | Introduction to this Manual | 10 About the safety notices in this document The following samples show how warnings, cautions, instructions and notes appear in this docu- ment. The text explains their intended use. DANGER: A danger safety notice indicates a hazardous situation of direct, immediate dan- ger for a potential serious injury to a user, service engineer, patient or any other person.
Page 11: Disclaimer
DR 400 | Introduction to this Manual | 11 Disclaimer Agfa assumes no liability for use of this document if any unauthorized changes to the content or format have been made. Every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information in this document. However, Agfa assumes no responsibility or liability for errors, inaccuracies or omissions that may appear in this document.
Page 12: Introduction To Dr 400
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 12 Introduction to DR 400 • Intended Use on page 13 • Intended User on page 14 • Configuration on page 15 • Options and Accessories on page 17 • Operation Controls on page 18 •...
Page 13: Intended Use
Intended Use • The DR 400 system is a General Radiography X-ray imaging system used in hospitals, clinics and medical practices by physicists, radiographers and radiologists to make, process and view sta- tic X-ray radiographic images of the skeleton (including skull, spinal column and extremities), chest, abdomen and other body parts on adult or pediatric patients.
Page 14: Intended User
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 14 Intended User This manual has been written for trained users of Agfa products and trained diagnostic X–Ray clin- ical personnel who have received proper training. Users are those persons who actually handle the equipment and those who have authority over the equipment.
Page 15: Configuration
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 15 Configuration DR 400 is a configurable DR (Direct Radiography X-ray system) or CR (Computed Radiography) X- ray system. The complete DR 400 consists of the following components: • Radiographic table with a bucky. • Radiographic wall stand with a bucky.
Page 16: Applied Parts
X-ray tube stand mounted on the radiographic table X-ray tube with collimator and tube head display Portable DR Detector Radiographic table with integrated generator Radiographic wall stand Figure 1: DR 400 configuration for DR • Applied Parts on page 16 Applied Parts Applied Parts refer to parts of the medical electrical equipment that in normal use necessarily comes into physical contact with the patient for the equipment to perform its function.
Page 17: Options And Accessories
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 17 Options and Accessories The system is delivered with a set of labels. When using multiple DR Detectors, on the labels a nick- name is written to identify the DR Detector. An identical label is attached to the bucky of the X-ray system to identify the dedicated workspace of each DR Detector.
Page 18: Operation Controls
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 18 Operation Controls • Radiographic table on page 19 • Radiographic wall stand on page 20 • Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand on page 21 • Tube head display on page 22 • MUSICA Acquisition Workstation (NX) on page 23 •...
Page 19: Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 19 Radiographic table The radiographic table is used for positioning of the patient lying or sitting over the detector or the cassette in the bucky for exposure. The radiographic table supports the patient and the detector or the cassette for free exposure.
Page 20: Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 20 Radiographic wall stand The radiographic wall stand is used for positioning of patients standing upright or sitting towards the bucky for exposure. Figure 3: Radiographic wall stand with vertical bucky Related information Radiographic wall stand on page 145 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 21: Control Panel Of The X-Ray Tube Stand
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 21 Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand Figure 4: Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand with tube head display (controls for X-ray tube position and for X-ray exposure parameters) Figure 5: Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand with X-ray tube angle display...
Page 22: Tube Head Display
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 22 Tube head display The tube head display can be used to control X-ray exposure parameters. It displays the system sta- tus. Figure 6: Example of the tube head display Related information Software Console and Tube Head Display on page 89 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 23: Musica Acquisition Workstation (Nx)
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 23 MUSICA Acquisition Workstation (NX) The MUSICA Acquisition workstation is used to define patient information, select exposures and process images. Figure 7: MUSICA Acquisition workstation software The operation of the workstation application is described in the MUSICA Acquisition Workstation User Manual, document 4420.
Page 24: Software Console
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 24 Software Console The Software Console is available to support X-ray exposure and position parameter control on the NX workstation. It is displayed on the NX workstation next to the NX application. The Software Console is used to control the X-ray exposure settings.
Page 25: Dr Detector Switch
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 25 DR Detector Switch The DR Detector Switch shows which DR Detector is active and shows its status. The DR Detector Switch can be used to activate another DR Detector. The DR Detector Switch can be switched to CR, depending on the configuration.
Page 26: X-Ray Generator Mini Console
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 26 X-ray generator mini console The X-ray generator mini console is available in the operator room. Power ON button Power ON indicator Power OFF button Press and hold to prepare for exposure Prepare ready indicator Press and hold to start the exposure...
Page 27 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 27 The radiation indicator on the control console lights up and a signal sounds to indicate the expo- sure. Caution: Releasing the exposure button ends the exposure immediately and the image can be underexposed. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 28: Manual Collimator
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 28 Manual collimator The collimator sets the exposure field and displays it by means of a light field. The collimator provides X-ray filtering using the integrated filters or by inserting a filter in the rails. A DAP meter (Dose Area Product Meter) can be mounted on the collimator by inserting it in the rails.
Page 29: Automatic Collimator
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 29 Automatic collimator The collimator sets the exposure field and displays it by means of a light field. The collimator provides X-ray filtering using the integrated filters or by inserting a filter in the rails. An integrated DAP meter (Dose Area Product Meter) in the collimator is available as an option.
Page 30: Portable Dr Detector
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 30 Portable DR detector When performing an exposure, keep in mind the following detector orientation aids: Table 1: Orientation aids Tube side icon, indicating the side that faces the X-ray tube Patient orientation marker, filled rectangle printed at the corner...
Page 31: Emergency Stop Button
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 31 Emergency stop button Figure 13: Emergency stop button If a system malfunction causes an emergency situation involving the patient, operating personnel or any system component, activate the emergency stop on the radiographic table. All motor driven movements will be stopped.
Page 32: Emergency Shutdown Power Switch
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 32 Emergency shutdown power switch Use the emergency shutdown power switch, if a dangerous situation cannot be eliminated by press- ing the emergency stop button. Warning: Use the emergency shutdown power switch in case of danger to patients, oper- ators, third parties, or one of the units.
Page 33: Installation
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 33 Installation Installation and configuration is performed by an Agfa trained and authorized service engineer. Contact your local support organization for more information. On a configuration with multiple DR detectors of the same type, it is required to apply labeling to the DR detector containing a unique nickname for each DR detector.
Page 34: Hf-Emission And Immunity
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 34 HF-emission and immunity The HF-emission and immunity can be influenced by connected data cables depending on length and the manner of installation. A specific installation environment may require special measures to put the system into operation according to the remarks for HF-emission and immunity.
Page 35: Radiation Protection
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 35 Radiation Protection X-ray radiation can cause serious damage to the health, therefore observe great care and ensure that protection against X-ray exposure is always applied. Some of the effects of X-ray radiation are cumulative and may extend over a period of time. There- fore the X-ray operator should avoid exposure by X-ray radiation at all times.
Page 36: Monitoring Of Personnel
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 36 Monitoring of Personnel The monitoring checks the amount of X-ray radiation the personnel has been exposed to. It deter- mines safety of the operators and it helps checking if safety measures of the X-ray environment are adequate.
Page 37: Protected Area And Significant Zones Of Occupancy
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 37 Protected area and significant zones of occupancy If the operator or staff does not need to be close to the patient during the exposure, the operator and staff use the protected area to control the following functions: •...
Page 38 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 38 Significant zones of occupancy at the radiographic table If operator or staff needs to be close to the patient during normal use (e.g. some pediatric examina- tions or types of examinations for which the patient requires assistance), the significant zone of oc- cupancy applies for operator and staff.
Page 39 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 39 Significant zone of occupancy. Minimum area 60x60 cm. Minimum height above the floor 200 cm. Dose meter DR Detector or cassette S4: Significant zone of occupancy at the left side of the radiographic table S3: Significant zone of occupancy in front of the radiographic table...
Page 40 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 40 X-ray tube Focal spot label [—] Significant zone of occupancy. Minimum area 60x60 cm. Minimum height above the floor 200 cm. Dose meter Protective device Wall DR Detector or cassette S2: Significant zone of occupancy at the right side of the radiographic wall stand...
Page 41 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 41 Related information Radiation Protection on page 35 Scattered radiation (general radiography) on page 41 Scattered radiation (general radiography) The diagram represents the amount of stray radiation that is measured in the significant zone of occupancy.
Page 42 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 42 100 cm (radiographic table) 110cm (radiographic wall stand) Table height 70 cm Wall stand position (distance between 140 cm center of the bucky and the floor) Exposure parameters 100 kV Total exposure time For the diagram above a maximum throughput of 30 ex- posures/hour was used.
Page 43: Labels
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 43 Labels Mark Meaning This mark shows compliance of the equipment with Reg- ulation 2017/745 (for European Union). Type B applied part Date of manufacture Country of origin. The two character code on the actual label contains the country code defined in ISO 3166-1.
Page 44 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 44 Label Meaning Ionizing radiation Pinch Points. Risk of stumbling. Further labels are listed and explained in the relevant modules of the System Documentation. • Warning labels on the radiographic table on page 45 • Warning labels on the radiographic wall stand on page 46 •...
Page 45: Warning Labels On The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 45 Warning labels on the radiographic table Figure 18: Warning labels on the radiographic table 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 46: Warning Labels On The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 46 Warning labels on the radiographic wall stand Figure 19: Warning labels on the radiographic wall stand 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 47: Type Label
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 47 Type label Mark Meaning Type label positioned on the lower left or right hand side of the X-ray tube stand. The type label information for each com- bination of X-ray tube and X-ray genera- tor is available in the technical data.
Page 48: Dr Detector Identification Label
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 48 DR Detector identification label Label Meaning Writable label to identify and dedicate a DR Detector to an X-ray system bucky. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 49: Additional Labeling Of The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 49 Additional Labeling of the radiographic table Label on the lower left or right hand side of the X- ray tube stand. (example of label for 5521/xxx) Type B applied part Top side according to patient orientation to indi-...
Page 50: Additional Labeling Of The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 50 Additional Labeling of the radiographic wall stand Type label on the lower right hand side of the ra- diographic wall stand. (Sample of subtype 5522/100) Type B applied part Earth (ground) Do not sit. The bucky can be tilted to horizontal position. Do not use the bucky as a seat.
Page 51: Labeling Of The Bucky
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 51 Labeling of the bucky Pinch Points. The label is positioned on the lateral cover of the bucky or on the rotating platform. Maximum load capacity is 10 kg on the bucky drawer when it is 10kg pulled out.
Page 52: Labeling Of The Automatic Exposure Control (Aec)
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 52 Labeling of the Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) The type label is located on the AEC ionization chamber. The label is not visible without disassem- bling the component. Figure 20: Example of type label 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 53: Labeling Of The Dr Generator Sync Box
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 53 Labeling of the DR Generator Sync Box The type label is located on the DR Generator Sync Box Figure 21: Example of type label Earth (ground) Equipotential connector: Provides a connection between the equipment and the potential bus bar of the electrical system as found in medical environments.
Page 54: Labeling Of The X-Ray Generator Mini Console
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 54 Labeling of the X-ray generator mini console If the system has just been stopped, wait at least 10 seconds before starting it again. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 55: Cleaning And Disinfecting
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 55 Cleaning and Disinfecting All appropriate policies and procedures should be followed to avoid contamination of the staff, pa- tients and equipment. All existing universal precautions should be extended to avoid potential con- taminations and to avoid patients coming into (close) contact with the device. The user is responsi- ble for selecting a disinfection procedure.
Page 56: Cleaning
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 56 Cleaning To clean the exterior of the equipment: 1. Stop the system Warning: When the equipment is going to be cleaned, be sure to turn off the main pow- er of the system. Never use anhydrous or high solvency alcohols, benzine, thinner or any other flammable cleaning agent.
Page 57: Disinfecting
Agfa and that correspond to the national regulation and guidelines as well as explosion protection. If you plan to use other disinfectants, approval of Agfa is needed before use, as most disinfectants can damage the device. UV disinfection is also not allowed.
Page 58: Disinfecting Safety Directions
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 58 Disinfecting safety directions Warning: Using a disinfectant that can form an explosive or flammable gas mixtures is haz- ard to life and health because of explosion risk. Switch the equipment off before disinfect- ing. Allow the gas mixture to evaporate before switching the x-ray system back on.
Page 59: Approved Disinfectants
DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 59 Approved disinfectants Refer to the Agfa website for specifications on the disinfectants that have been found compatible with the cover material of the device and can be used on the outer surface of the device.
Page 60: Maintenance
Safety is on- ly guaranteed when changes, additions, maintenance or repairs are carried out by an Agfa certified field service engineer. A non certified engineer performing a modification or ser- vice intervention on a medical device, acts on his own responsibility and makes the warran- ty void.
Page 61 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 61 Daily Check constant smooth movements Check ease of movements Daily Check secure release and locking of brakes Daily Check functioning of operating controls Daily Check markers and warning signs Daily Warm-up of X-ray tube Daily...
Page 62 DR 400 | Introduction to DR 400 | 62 3. Set the radiographic parameters to 125 mA (current) and 100 ms (exposure time). 4. Select the large focal spot. 5. Take a sequence of exposures with the following kV values. Take one exposure per 30 seconds.
Page 63: Safety Directions
DR 400 | Safety Directions | 63 Safety Directions • General Safety Directions on page 64 • Safety Directions for the X-Ray System on page 65 • Safety Directions for the radiographic table on page 66 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 64: General Safety Directions
DR 400 | Safety Directions | 64 General Safety Directions Warning: Safety is only guaranteed when an Agfa certified field service engineer has in- stalled the product. Warning: The product must only be installed using released components and in released configurations. Warning: To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply mains with protective earth.
Page 65: Safety Directions For The X-Ray System
DR 400 | Safety Directions | 65 Safety Directions for the X-Ray System Warning: Avoid unnecessary dose by checking the workstation selection on the X-ray gen- erator console before exposing. Warning: Repeated exposures to a patient with high doses can lead to deterministic effects.
Page 66: Safety Directions For The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Safety Directions | 66 Safety Directions for the radiographic table Warning: The system is not intended for operation in explosion-prone areas. Such an op- eration is hazardous to life and health because of explosion risk. Please note the applicable regulations on formation of explosive gas mixtures when cleaning and using in combination with patients.
Page 67: Basic Workflow
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 67 Basic Workflow • Starting the System on page 68 • Performing an exposure using the DR Detector on page 70 • Performing an exposure using a CR cassette on page 76 • X-Ray System Positioning on page 81 •...
Page 68: Starting The System
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 68 Starting the System Allow the DR detector to warm up before the system is used for clinical purposes. The warming-up time starts as soon as the DR detector has been powered on and the MUSICA Acquisition Worksta- tion is running.
Page 69 DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 69 Table with list of exposures Button to cancel the warming-up procedure Figure 25: List of exposures for warming-up of the X-ray tube 5. Make sure that the collimator blades are fully closed and that no patient is present in the room.
Page 70: Performing An Exposure Using The Dr Detector
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 70 Performing an exposure using the DR Detector • Step 1: retrieve the patient info on page 71 • Step 2: select the exposure on page 72 • Step 3: prepare the exposure on page 73 • Step 4: check the exposure settings on page 74 •...
Page 71: Step 1: Retrieve The Patient Info
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 71 Step 1: retrieve the patient info At the MUSICA Acquisition Workstation: 1. When a new patient comes in, define the patient info for the exam. 2. Start the exam. If the workstation is connected to a second monitor that is positioned outside the operator room, make sure that the patient data is not exposed to unauthorized persons.
Page 72: Step 2: Select The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 72 Step 2: select the exposure In the operator room: At the NX workstation, select the thumbnail for the exposure in the Image Overview pane of the Examination window. The default X-Ray exposure parameters for the selected exposure are sent to the modality and dis- played on the software console.
Page 73: Step 3: Prepare The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 73 Step 3: prepare the exposure In the examination room: 1. Position the DR Detector. When using the bucky, check that the identification labels on the DR Detector and on the bucky match. Do not use a DR Detector that is dedicated to another bucky.
Page 74: Step 4: Check The Exposure Settings
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 74 Step 4: check the exposure settings Related information DR Detector Switch on page 25 On the NX application: 1. Check if the DR Detector Switch displays the name of the DR Detector that's being used 2. If a wrong DR Detector is displayed, select the right DR Detector by clicking the drop down ar- row on the DR Detector Switch.
Page 75: Step 5: Execute The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 75 Step 5: execute the exposure In the operator room: Press the exposure button to execute the exposure. Make sure the generator is ready for exposure before you press the exposure button. Warning: During exposure ionizing radiation is emitted by the X-ray system. To indicate the presence of ionizing radiation, the radiation indicator on the control console lights up.
Page 76: Performing An Exposure Using A Cr Cassette
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 76 Performing an exposure using a CR cassette Note Using an ID Tablet to identify cassettes before the exposure will break the communica- tion of X-ray parameters between the NX workstation and the X-ray generator console. It is advised to identify cassettes after the exposure, as described in this workflow.
Page 77: Step 1: Retrieve The Patient Info
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 77 Step 1: retrieve the patient info At the MUSICA Acquisition Workstation: 1. When a new patient comes in, define the patient info for the exam. 2. Start the exam. If the workstation is connected to a second monitor that is positioned outside the operator room, make sure that the patient data is not exposed to unauthorized persons.
Page 78: Step 2: Select The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 78 Step 2: select the exposure In the operator room at the NX workstation: 1. Select the thumbnail for the exposure in the Image Overview pane of the Examination window. 2. Select CR in the Detector Switch. 3. Select the Modality Position (radiographic table, radiographic wall stand, free exposure) in the Software Console.
Page 79: Step 3: Prepare The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 79 Step 3: prepare the exposure In the examination room: 1. Position the cassette. Note For a free exposure, partial lead covering of the cassette may be required if multiple images are taken on one cassette. Note For a bucky exposure, always insert an unexposed cassette in the bucky.
Page 80: Step 5: Execute The Exposure
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 80 Step 5: execute the exposure In the operator room: Press the exposure button to execute the exposure. Warning: During exposure ionizing radiation is emitted by the X-ray system. To indicate the presence of ionizing radiation, the radiation indicator on the control console lights up.
Page 81: X-Ray System Positioning
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 81 X-Ray System Positioning • Radiographic table exposures on page 82 • Oblique Exposures on page 83 • Lateral Exposures on page 84 • Radiographic wall stand exposures on page 85 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 82: Radiographic Table Exposures
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 82 Radiographic table exposures 1. Position the patient on the radiographic table. 2. Position the X-ray tube stand with the X-ray tube over the patient. The bucky is automatically aligned to the X-ray tube by mechanical coupling. 3. Center the examined body part over the bucky using the floating table top.
Page 83: Oblique Exposures
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 83 Oblique Exposures 1. Position the patient on the radiographic table. 2. Move the X-ray tube stand out of the coupling range of the bucky. 3. Position the bucky under the patient. 4. Set the required angle of the X-ray tube.
Page 84: Lateral Exposures
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 84 Lateral Exposures 1. Unlock the X-ray tube arm and rotate 90° around. 2. Rotate the X-Ray tube 90° around. Check the angle on the angle display. 3. Mount the lateral cassette holder on the side rail of the tabletop. Fix it using the two lower screws.
Page 85: Radiographic Wall Stand Exposures
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 85 Radiographic wall stand exposures 1. Adjust the height of the bucky on the radiographic wall stand. 2. Position the patient in front of the radiographic wall stand. 3. Move the table top away from the radiographic wall stand.
Page 86: Stopping The System
DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 86 Stopping the System To stop the system: 1. Stop the MUSICA Acquisition workstation. The MUSICA Acquisition workstation can be stopped in two ways, either by logging out of Win- dows or without logging out of Windows. For detailed information, refer to the MUSICA Acquisition workstation User Manual, document 4420.
Page 87: Guidelines For Pediatric Applications
The user documentation of this product contains a set of guidelines for pediatric applications, applicable in the U.S.A. Refer to doc- ument "Exposure Techniques for pediatric and adult use with DR 400". •...
Page 88 DR 400 | Basic Workflow | 88 • Avoid multiple scans and use alternative diagnostic studies (such as ultrasound or MRI) when possible. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 89: Software Console And Tube Head Display
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 89 Software Console and Tube Head Display The software console is displayed on the NX workstation. On a configuration with tube head display, the software console is displayed on the tube head dis- play as well. The arrangement and availability of the controls may be different.
Page 90: Cleaning The Tube Head Unit
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 90 Cleaning the tube head unit Figure 30: Button to clean the tube head unit during operation Press and hold the cleaning button for 2 seconds to temporarily disable the tube head display and the touch sensitive handle 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 91: Planned Exposures
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 91 Planned exposures By clicking the status bar, an overview is displayed of the exposures that still have to be taken for the examination. Select an exposure to load the default X-ray exposure parameters and to activate the selected DR Detector.
Page 92: X-Ray Image Preview Screen
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 92 X-ray image preview screen After an exposure, the acquired image is displayed on the tube head display. To return to the controls, push the display anywhere. To disable image preview, toggle the Image preview button.
Page 93: Main Screen Of The Tube Head Display
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 93 Main screen of the Tube head display Patient information Status bar with exam type Modality position DR Detector Switch Filter status Grid status Collimator status Radiographic parameters Position parameters 10.Position tracking 11.Collimation controls (for automatic collimator) 12.Automatic centering...
Page 94: Position Parameters
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 94 Position parameters Table 6: Position parameters Source image distance (SID) No value is displayed for free exposures or if the X-ray tube is not pointing to the selected DR detector. X-ray tube tilting angle (alpha) Windmill movement 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 95: X-Ray Tube Stand Tracks Table Height
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 95 X-ray tube stand tracks table height To keep constant SID while adjusting table height: 1. Set the required SID by adjusting the position of the X-ray tube stand. The distance between the X-ray tube head and the table top must not be less than 50 cm.
Page 96: X-Ray Tube Stand Tracks Wall Stand Height
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 96 X-ray tube stand tracks wall stand height To keep constant position of the tube head unit relative to wall stand bucky while adjusting wall stand height: 1. Set the required position of the X-ray tube stand.
Page 97: Centering And Collimating
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 97 Centering and collimating Depending on the format of the cassette or detector inside the bucky and the body part to expose, collimation and centering of the X-ray field have to be applied before exposure.
Page 98 DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 98 Figure 35: Center line and collimation area 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 99: Collimator Parameters
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 99 Collimator Parameters On systems with an automatic collimator, the collimation is automatically set, based on the selected exposure. To use the same collimation setting on subsequent exposures, push the restore button to restore the collimation setting of the previous exposure.
Page 100: X-Ray Modality Status Frame
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 100 X-ray modality status frame 4 5 6 7 Ready for exposure status Modality position DR detector switch Filter status Grid status Heat units Radiation status Figure 36: X-ray modality status frame • Ready for exposure status on page 101 •...
Page 101: Ready For Exposure Status
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 101 Ready for exposure status Table 12: Exposure ready Color Description Green Exposure ready. Indicates that the selected technique is properly set and there are no interlock failures or system faults. Exposure not ready.
Page 102: Modality Position
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 102 Modality Position The modality position is automatically selected, based on the selected exposure. To modify the position on the modality where the exposure will be made, click the drop-down ar- row and select the modality position from the list.
Page 103: Dr Detector Switch
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 103 DR Detector Switch The DR Detector Switch shows which DR Detector is active and shows its status. The DR Detector Switch can be used to activate another DR Detector. The DR Detector Switch can be switched to CR, depending on the configuration.
Page 104: Filter Status
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 104 Filter Status On systems with automatic filtering, the filter is automatically set, based on the selected exposure. The filter setting can be modified on the software console or on the collimator. • on the software console, click the filter status drop-down arrow and select the filter from the list.
Page 105: Anti-Scatter Grid Status
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 105 Anti-scatter grid status Table 19: Grid status - automatically detected (no icon) No grid is required. The correct grid type is inserted. The correct grid type is not inserted. A grid is inserted, but no grid is required.
Page 106: Radiation Status
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 106 Radiation status Table 21: Radiation status The X-ray tube is prepared. After pressing the exposure button completely, the X-ray expo- sure is made. The indicator on the console will light up. The examination room door is open.
Page 107: Unknown Status
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 107 Unknown status If a status is unknown, a question mark icon is displayed: Figure 38: Unknown status Depending on the component for which the unknown status is displayed, an action is required on the component or on the software to provide the system with the missing information.
Page 108: Generator Screen
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 108 Generator screen Radiographic working mode Radiographic parameters Automatic exposure control X-ray tube load Figure 39: Operation screen on the software console Radiographic parameters Automatic exposure control Figure 40: Operation screen on the tube head display To change a value, use the + and - buttons.
Page 109: One Point, Two Point And Three Point Working Modes
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 109 One point, two point and three point working modes You can select following radiographic working modes according to the parameters to be controlled and the degree of automation: Table 22: Radiographic working modes One point mode, by selecting kV.
Page 110: Radiographic Parameters
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 110 Radiographic Parameters You can set up following radiographic parameters: • kV: shows the radiographic kV value (X-ray tube voltage) selected for the exposure. • mAs can show: • The radiographic mAs value selected for the exposure.
Page 111: Focal Spot Indicator
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 111 Focal Spot Indicator A focal spot indicator shows the selected focal spot of the X-ray tube: “Small” or “Large”. Table 23: Focal Spot Indicator Small Large If you change the focal spot, the kV and mAs are kept constant. When changing from a large to smaller focal spot, exposure time may increase as the mAs is kept constant but the mA may be re- duced automatically according to the performance of the tube.
Page 112: Automatic Exposure Control (Aec)
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 112 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) produces consistent detector dose regardless of the radiographic technique selected and of the patient size. The AEC module comprises the controls for the selection of the exposure detector fields (ionization chamber), S-value and density compensation.
Page 113 DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 113 Table 26: Dose variation compared to reference dose Density Dose 0.41 0.51 0.64 0.80 1 (reference dose) 1.25 1.56 1.95 2.44 Patient Size The size of the patient is classified in five categories: Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large.
Page 114 DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 114 Patient size Extra Large normal kV * 1.1 Table 28: mAs variation over patient size Patient size Extra Small normal mAs * 0.25 Small normal mAs * 0.5 Medium normal mAs Large normal mAs * 2...
Page 115: X-Ray Tube Load
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 115 X-ray tube load Table 29: X-ray tube load As a way to increase the tube life cycle, the power percentage of the tube is reduced to a 80% by default. 100% If a specific technique requires 100% of the X-ray tube power, touch the 100% button.
Page 116: Dap Value
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 116 DAP Value The DAP value shows the radiation value of the last exposure. The radiation measure is read as DAP value (Dose Area Product) in cGy*cm (for example: DAP 12.22). This measurement unit is con- figurable.
Page 117: Heat Units
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 117 Heat Units The status of the heat units is displayed below the X-ray icon. During exposures, the heat units are calculated and totalled. The heat units display shows the percentage of the thermal capacity of the X-ray tube that is used. For example, a display of “HU 0”...
Page 118: X-Ray Modality Screen
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 118 X-ray modality screen Modality position. DR detector switch All configured detectors are displayed. Only the detectors that can be used with the selected modality position, can be selected. X-ray filter Automated workflow for warming-up of the X-ray tube Figure 41: X-ray modality screen on the software console Modality position.
Page 119: System Messages Screen
DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 119 System messages screen System messages are displayed at the bottom of the software console. The color of the message indicates the importance: Blue Information Yellow Warning Orange Error Messages that require feedback from the user contain a button that can be pressed.
Page 120 DR 400 | Software Console and Tube Head Display | 120 Figure 45: Messages history Related information X-ray generator messages and warning signals (Spellman) on page 195 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 121: Radiographic Table And X-Ray Tube Stand
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 121 Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand The radiographic table with integrated X-ray tube stand allows X-ray examinations from head to foot of lying or sitting patients. The tube stand has two variants, depending on the side where the tube stand rail is protruding: •...
Page 122 DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 122 Movement control buttons Tube head display Handle with integrated release button for omni direction movement. Figure 47: Control panel of the X-ray tube stand Depending on the configuration, an extra control button for omni direction movement is available on the lower side of the handle.
Page 123: Positioning The X-Ray Tube Stand
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 123 Positioning the X-Ray Tube Stand The operation controls of the X-ray tube stand are located at the control panel. The X-ray tube stand must be positioned by the operator manually. To release the brake for the selected movement direction or rotation, press and hold the button and move the X-ray tube stand.
Page 124 DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 124 Rotation of the collimator around the axis of the X-ray beam The standard position of the X-ray tube arm is indicated by markers. When the tube arm is in stan- dard position it is centered in transversal direction on the bucky.
Page 125: Stop Positions
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 125 Stop positions The system includes stop positions. • On the longitudinal axis movement, to position the X-ray tube in regularly used exposure dis- tances to the radiographic wall stand, e.g. 150 cm and 180 cm.
Page 126: Collision Indicator
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 126 Collision indicator Systems with motorized movement have a collision indicator. The collision indicator avoids colli- sion of the X-ray tube head with the table. The collision indicator will give a signal in following situations: •...
Page 127: Positioning The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 127 Positioning the radiographic table There are two versions of the radiographic table: • Fixed height radiographic table with a height of 70 cm • Elevating radiographic table with adjustable height from 55 cm to 90 cm The movements of the radiographic table are controlled by foot pedals mounted at front side of the table.
Page 128: Positioning The Floating Tabletop
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 128 Positioning the floating tabletop To release the brake for moving the floating tabletop, double click and hold the foot pedal. The tabletop can be moved in longitudinal and transversal direction manually. To stop movement and activate the brake, release the foot pedal.
Page 129: Adjusting Height
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 129 Adjusting height To adjust the height, double click and hold the foot pedal. Table 32: Movement controls Foot pedal to lower table height (minimum 55 cm). Foot pedal to raise table height (maximum 90 cm).
Page 130: Positioning The Bucky
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 130 Positioning the Bucky The bucky center position is automatically aligned to the position of the X-ray tube stand. The me- chanical coupling between the bucky and the X-ray tube stand is active within the travel range of the bucky.
Page 131: Radiographic Table Accessories
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 131 Radiographic Table Accessories Warning: Using wrong accessories that cannot be properly attached to the system can lead to hazardous situations and injury. Use only original accessories provided by the manufac- turer. • Mounting the patient hand grips on page 132 •...
Page 132: Mounting The Patient Hand Grips
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 132 Mounting the patient hand grips The pair of patient hand grips are used to stabilize the patient and give a feeling of security. Using the hand grips will avoid the patient grasping the table edges which could cause a risk to pinch fin- gers.
Page 133: Mounting The Tabletop Hand Grips
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 133 Mounting the tabletop hand grips The pair of tabletop hand grips are used by the operator for moving the floating tabletop. Using the hand grips will avoid the operator grasping the table edges which could cause a risk to pinch fin- gers.
Page 134: Collision Protection
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 134 Collision protection Collision protection is only available on the elevating radiographic table. The collision protection accessories are mounted on the frame of the radiographic table. They pro- tect the tabletop from damage when colliding with objects below.
Page 135: Mattress
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 135 Mattress The mattress fits the tabletop (220 cm x 80 cm) and is X-ray translucent. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 136: Lateral Cassette Holder
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 136 Lateral cassette holder The lateral cassette holder supports a cassette or detector in lateral position and is attached to the tabletop. Figure 55: Lateral cassette holder 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 137: Compression Belt
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 137 Compression belt The compression belt provides additional fixation for the patient on the table. It can be adjusted to patient thickness. Figure 56: Compression belt 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 138: Manual Collimator
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 138 Manual Collimator The Collimator can rotate ± 90° on its vertical axis while the X-ray tube remains in the same posi- tion. This movement is performed by manually turning the collimator and has detents every 90°.
Page 139 DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 139 1. Disconnect the cable of the radiation meter. cable connecting the radiation meter to the generator 2. Unscrew the screw on the left hand side of the rail system. 3. Pull out the radiation meter.
Page 140: Automatic Collimator
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 140 Automatic Collimator The collimator can limit the collimated area to the size of the cassette or DR Detector inserted in the bucky. Display • Size of the collimated area • Active filter Operation mode indicators •...
Page 141: Semi-Automatic Collimation Mode
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 141 Semi-automatic collimation mode The semi-automatic collimation mode is activated if any of following conditions applies: • the tube head unit is rotated out of the center position • the SID on the radiographic table is not within 90 cm to 130 cm •...
Page 142: Manual Collimation Mode
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 142 Manual collimation mode The manual collimation mode is activated when the user turns the key at the backside of the colli- mator. The yellow indicator at front of collimator is lit and an open key lock is displayed in the low- er left corner of the collimator display.
Page 143: Dose Area Product Meter (Dap)
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 143 Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) An integrated DAP meter (Dose Area Product Meter) in the automatic collimator is available as an option. The DAP meter reads the radiation as Dose Area Product in [cGy x cm The measured radiation value is transferred to the Software Console automatically and displayed after each exposure.
Page 144: Effect Of Sid On Patient Dose
DR 400 | Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand | 144 Effect of SID on patient dose Changing the distance of the X-ray tube to the patient affects the dose applied to the patient. For example doubling the distance reduces the dose by a factor of 4. The new dose can be calculat- ed by a formula: new mAs = known mAs ×...
Page 145: Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 145 Radiographic wall stand The radiographic wall stand allows vertical X-ray exposures of patients standing or sitting in front of the radiographic wall stand. The wall stand has two variants: • wall stand with vertical bucky, supporting vertical movement (up and down) •...
Page 146 DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 146 Tilting handle Figure 61: Radiographic wall stand, vertical version and vertical tilting version Caution: The format indications on the front of the bucky unit show the format and posi- tion of the cassette or detector. Take into account that the actual area for imaging is smaller than indicated.
Page 147: Positioning The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 147 Positioning the Radiographic Wall Stand Vertical movement handle with brake switch Tilting angle scale Tilting handle Figure 62: Positioning controls DANGER: Make sure that no persons or objects are within the movement area of the system where they can collide with moving parts of the system.
Page 148 DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 148 Note The bucky can be tilted to horizontal position. Do not use the bucky as a seat. Related information Centering and collimating on page 97 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 149: Radiographic Wall Stand Accessories
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 149 Radiographic Wall Stand Accessories Warning: Using wrong accessories that cannot be properly attached to the system can lead to hazardous situations and injury. Use only original accessories provided by the manufac- turer. • Patient hand grips on page 150 •...
Page 150: Patient Hand Grips
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 150 Patient hand grips The patient hand grips for wall stand are mounted fixed at the backside of the bucky. The patient uses these grips for stabilization and support of correct correct positioning, e.g. for chest exams.
Page 151: Mounting The Lateral Arm Rest
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 151 Mounting the lateral arm rest Caution: The lateral arm rest can bear up to 20 kg. It is not intended to hold the whole weight of a patient. Take care that the lateral arm rest does not collide with the ceiling when moving the bucky up- ward manually.
Page 152: Spacer
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 152 Spacer The spacer allows examination of sitting patients by offering additional space to position legs and feed under the bucky. Figure 65: Spacer 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 153: Wall Stand Fixation Kit
DR 400 | Radiographic wall stand | 153 Wall stand fixation kit For additional stability of the radiographic wall stand an additional fixation of the radiograph- ic wall stand is provided. The kit is installed at backside of the radiographic wall stand under the head cover and then fixed to a wall.
Page 154: Bucky Types
Removable grid with grid type and status detection (*) Detector charging when DR detector is entered in the bucky tray, compatible with Agfa XD and XF detectors. Table 34: Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector...
Page 155 DR 400 | Bucky types | 155 Clamping mechanism Rotation mechanism Cassette or detector detection CR double exposure protection Grid type and status detection Automatic cassette size sensing (ACSS) 5523/120 5523/125 5523/220 5523/225 5523/270 5523/275 Integrated charger for DR 14s DR Detector 5523/125 5523/225 5523/275 Table 35: Bucky for ﬁxed DR detector...
Page 156: Bucky For Large Format Dr Only, With Optional Battery Charger For Xd/Xf Detectors
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 156 Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors The bucky is installed in the radiographic table and in the radiographic wall stand.
Page 157 DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 157 • Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand on page 161 • Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table on page 162 •...
Page 158: Bucky Configuration
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 158 Bucky configuration Fixed DR Detector configuration The bucky for the fixed DR detector has no clamping or rotation mechanism. The detector is perma- nently fixed in the bucky and can not be removed. The detector has a square format and requires no rotation.
Page 159: Rotating The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 159 Rotating the bucky The detector in the bucky can be rotated without removing it from the clamping. To change the orientation of the detector in the bucky: 1.
Page 160: Loading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 160 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table To load the bucky with a DR detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 161: Loading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 161 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand To load the bucky with a detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 162: Unloading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 162 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table To unload the bucky with a detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 163: Unloading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 163 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand To unload the bucky with a detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the handle.
Page 164: Automatic Cassette Size Sensing
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 164 Automatic Cassette Size Sensing The ACSS functionality of the bucky detects the size and orientation of the DR detector and allows the collimator to limit the collimated area accordingly. The collimation setting received from the NX workstation or the collimation area set by the user is automatically adjusted.
Page 165: Detector Formats
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 165 Detector formats To adjust the side clamps to the format of the detector, indications are available in cm (and inch, depending on the bucky type). Corresponding indications are printed on the wall stand cover to align the collimation area.
Page 166: Compatible Dr Detector Formats
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 166 Compatible DR detector formats 35 cm x 43 cm 43 cm x 43 cm 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 167: Dr Detector Formats And Orientation
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 167 DR Detector formats and orientation Refer to the user manual of the DR detector for instructions on the correct orientation of the detec- tor when using it in the bucky.
Page 168: Orientation Of The Xd And Xf Detector In The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 168 Orientation of the XD and XF detector in the bucky The orientations apply to XD 14, XD⁺14, XF⁺14, XD 17, XD⁺17 and XF⁺17 detectors. If the bucky is equipped with an internal DR detector connector, the battery will be charged while the detector is in the bucky.
Page 169 DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 169 Figure 72: Portrait orientation in the radiographic wall stand right loading 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 170: 43 Cm Only Outside The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 170 Using CR cassettes and DR detectors formats other than 35 cm x 43 cm and 43 cm x 43 cm only outside the bucky Use CR cassettes and DR detector formats other than 35 cm x 43 cm and 43 cm x 43 cm format (e.g.
Page 171: Automatic Exposure Control (Aec)
DR 400 | Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors | 171 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) The use of an AEC ensures optimal and reproducible image quality independent of the radiation, the object exposed or other factors. The AEC has three cells (ionization chambers).
Page 172: Bucky For All Formats Cr And Dr, With Optional Battery Charger For Dr 14S Detector
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 172 Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector The bucky is installed in the radiographic table and in the radiographic wall stand.
Page 173 DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 173 • Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand on page 177 • Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table on page 178 •...
Page 174: Bucky Configuration
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 174 Bucky configuration Cassette only configuration The workflow with cassettes requires removing the cassette from the bucky after each exposure. The cassette has to be scanned using a digitizer to get the final image.
Page 175: Rotating The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 175 Rotating the bucky The cassette or detector in the bucky can be rotated without removing it from the clamping. To change the orientation of the cassette or detector in the bucky: 1.
Page 176: Loading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 176 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table To load the bucky with a cassette or detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 177: Loading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 177 Loading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand To load the bucky with a cassette or detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 178: Unloading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Table
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 178 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Table To unload the bucky with a cassette or detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.
Page 179: Unloading Of The Bucky In The Radiographic Wall Stand
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 179 Unloading of the bucky in the Radiographic Wall Stand To unload the bucky with a cassette or detector: 1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the handle.
Page 180: Automatic Cassette Size Sensing
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 180 Automatic Cassette Size Sensing The ACSS functionality of the bucky detects the size and orientation of the CR cassette or the DR de- tector and allows the collimator to limit the collimated area accordingly. The collimation setting re- ceived from the NX workstation or the collimation area set by the user is automatically adjusted.
Page 181: Cassette And Detector Formats
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 181 Cassette and detector formats To adjust the side clamps to the format of the cassette or detector, indications are available in cm (and inch, depending on the bucky type). Corresponding indications are printed on the wall stand cover to align the collimation area.
Page 182: Standard Cassette Formats
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 182 Standard cassette formats 35 cm x 43 cm 35 cm x 35 cm 24 cm x 30 cm 18 cm x 24 cm 15 cm x 30 cm...
Page 183: Dr Detector Formats And Orientation
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 183 DR Detector formats and orientation Refer to the user manual of the DR detector for instructions on the correct orientation of the detec- tor when using it in the bucky.
Page 184: Orientation Of Dr 14S In The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 184 Orientation of DR 14s in the bucky If the bucky is equipped with an internal DR Detector connector, the battery will be charged while the detector is in the bucky.
Page 185 DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 185 Figure 80: Portrait orientation in the radiographic wall stand right loading 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 186: Using Dx-D 45C, Dx-D 45G, Xd 10, Xd⁺10 Only Outside The Bucky
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 186 Using DX-D 45C, DX-D 45G, XD 10, XD⁺10 only outside the bucky Use the DX-D 45C, DX-D 45G, XD 10 and XD⁺10 detector only for free exposures. Do not put the de- tector inside the bucky of the radiographic table or the radiographic wall stand.
Page 187: Automatic Exposure Control (Aec)
DR 400 | Bucky for all formats CR and DR, with optional battery charger for DR 14s detector | 187 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) The use of an AEC ensures optimal and reproducible image quality independent of the radiation, the object exposed or other factors.
Page 188: Anti-Scatter Grids
DR 400 | Anti-scatter grids | 188 Anti-scatter grids Anti-scatter grids are used to reduce scattered radiation and improve image quality. Grids are available as an option. For DR detectors focused grids are used. Focused grids require centering of the X-ray source to the detector and a specific distance range between X-ray source and detector.
Page 189: Anti-Scatter Grids
Anti-scatter grids are used to reduce scattered radiation and improve image quality. Grids are available as an option. Refer to the Agfa website for specifications on the anti-scatter grids that have been found compati- ble with the system and the DR Detectors.
Page 190: Anti-Scatter Grid Focal Distance Color Indication
DR 400 | Anti-scatter grids | 190 Anti-scatter grid focal distance color indication The handle of the grid is visible when the grid is inserted and its color indicates the focal distance of the grid. Table 36: Grid focal distance color indication Focal Distance...
Page 191: Storage Box For Dr Detector And Anti-Scatter Grids
DR 400 | Anti-scatter grids | 191 Storage box for DR detector and anti-scatter grids The storage box provides vertical storage space for a DR detector and up to three grids. It can be mounted to the wall or stand on a stable surface.
Page 192: X-Ray Generator Mini Console
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 192 X-Ray Generator Mini Console The X-ray generator mini console is limited in functionality to power on and power off the genera- tor and to connect the DR Generator Sync with the exposure hand switch to trigger the exposure.
Page 193: Starting And Stopping The Generator
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 193 Starting and stopping the generator The generator is switched on and off by the power buttons on the X-ray generator mini console. Press the Power ON button on the X-ray generator mini console to switch on the generator.
Page 194: X-Ray Tube Start-Up Modes
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 194 X-ray tube start-up modes The system can make exposures using two start-up modes, when pressing the exposure button in preparation stage: • Low speed start-up that boosts the tube anode to ca. 3000 rpm. •...
Page 195: X-Ray Generator Messages And Warning Signals (Spellman)
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 195 X-ray generator messages and warning signals (Spellman) Acoustic signals The generator indicates particular states with acoustic signals: • Exposure is terminated: 500 ms tone • Errors: rapid series of tones Visual signals The generator indicates particular states with visual signals: •...
Page 196: Exposure Parameters
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 196 Exposure parameters Tube Voltage The tube voltage can be selected in steps of 1 kV in the range of 40 to 150 kV. mAs Product Step Step Step Step 0.63 Tube current [mA] Step Step...
Page 197 DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 197 Exposure time [ms] Step Step Step Step 1250 1600 2000 2500 3200 4000 5000 6300 1000 Note Not all exposure parameters may be available, depending on the configuration of X-ray generator, X-ray tube and DR Detector.
Page 198: Radiographic Parameter Limits
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 198 Note The accuracy for exposure parameter settings complies to EN IEC 60601-2-54 with ab- solute maximum of 10% for kV and an absolute maximum of 20% for mA. • Radiographic Parameter Limits on page 198...
Page 199: Exposure Termination
DR 400 | X-Ray Generator Mini Console | 199 Exposure termination In normal operation the exposure is terminated by the generator when: • mAs product is reached • Exposure time is reached • AEC switches off If the exposure switch is released the exposure is terminated instantaneously and an error is indi- cated.
Page 200: Problem Solving
DR 400 | Problem solving | 200 Problem solving • Restoring connection between generator and NX after generator failure on page 201 • Empty Bucky Failure, Double Exposure Failure on page 202 • NX does not connect to the generator due to ID tablet on page 203 •...
Page 201: Restoring Connection Between Generator And Nx After Generator Failure
DR 400 | Problem solving | 201 Restoring connection between generator and NX after generator fail- Details An error on the generator occurred. NX lost connection to the genera- tor. An error message that no connection with the generator can be estab- lished is displayed on the Software Console.
Page 202: Empty Bucky Failure, Double Exposure Failure
DR 400 | Problem solving | 202 Empty Bucky Failure, Double Exposure Failure Details The exposure button was pressed but no exposure was performed. No radiation icon is displayed. The preparation icon is displayed. • Error message 40 is displayed on the Software Console.
Page 203: Nx Does Not Connect To The Generator Due To Id Tablet
DR 400 | Problem solving | 203 NX does not connect to the generator due to ID tablet Details This occurs on a DR installation in combination with a digitizer using an ID Tablet. The NX application and the Software Console cannot connect to the generator.
Page 204: No Table Movement
DR 400 | Problem solving | 204 No table movement Details The table is not moving up or down when pressing the foot pedals with double click. No error is shown. Cause One of the foot pedals was pressed longer than 90 seconds. Brief Solution 1.
Page 205: Dr Detector Is Exceeding The Maximum Working Temperature
DR 400 | Problem solving | 205 DR Detector is Exceeding the Maximum Working Temperature Details A message is displayed on NX indicating that the DR Detector is ex- ceeding the maximum working temperature. Cause Due to ambient temperature conditions and the number of acquired images, the DR Detector’s internal temperature may become too high.
Page 206: Dr Detector Must Be Recalibrated
DR 400 | Problem solving | 206 DR detector must be recalibrated Details A message is displayed indicating that the DR detector must be re- calibrated. Cause A DR detector must be recalibrated at regular interval. Brief Solution Follow the instructions in the user manual to calibrate the DR detec- tor: •...
Page 207: System Does Not Start Completely If Collimator Is In Manual Mode
DR 400 | Problem solving | 207 System does not start completely if collimator is in manual mode Details System does not start completely if collimator is in manual mode. An error message is displayed indicating a problem with the collimator during start up.
Page 208: Tube Head Display Shows Screen To Check Network Connection
DR 400 | Problem solving | 208 Tube head display shows screen to check network connection Details The tube head display shows only the following screen. Cause The tube head display does not detect a network connection. Brief Solution Check on the NX workstation if all network cables are plugged in.
Page 209: Radiographic Parameter Limits
DR 400 | Problem solving | 209 Radiographic Parameter Limits Switching between small focus and large focus may have a delay of a few seconds to enable the fil- ament to warm up before switching. The settings of kV and mAs or of mA and ms are defined by an algorithm. The highest mA setting is used for which the kV can be reached by the system and the exposure time is not lower than 1 ms or the mAs value is not lower than 0.5 mAs.
Page 210: Product Information
DR 400 | Product Information | 210 Product Information • Compatibility on page 211 • Connectivity on page 212 • Compliance on page 213 • Equipment Classification on page 216 • Patient data security on page 217 • Product Complaints on page 220 •...
Page 211: Compatibility
Compatibility The system must only be used in combination with other equipment or components if these are ex- pressly recognized by Agfa as compatible. A list of such equipment and components is available from Agfa service on request. Changes or additions to the equipment must only be carried out by persons authorized to do so by Agfa.
Page 212: Connectivity
DR 400 | Product Information | 212 Connectivity The NX workstation is connected to the X-ray system to exchange X-ray exposure parameters. The NX workstation requires a 100 Mbit ethernet network to exchange information with a number of other devices. The NX workstation communicates with other devices in the hospital network using one of the fol- lowing protocols: •...
Page 213: Compliance
DR 400 | Product Information | 213 Compliance The system is compliant with specific directives and standards. • General on page 214 • Safety on page 214 • Electromagnetic Compatibility on page 215 • X-Ray Safety on page 215 • X-Ray Accuracy on page 215 •...
Page 214: General
DR 400 | Product Information | 214 General • The product has been designed in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/745 on medical devices (MDR) • ISO 13485 • ISO 14971 Safety • IEC 60601-1 • AAMI ES 60601-1 • CSA C 22.2 No.60601-1 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 215: Electromagnetic Compatibility
DR 400 | Product Information | 215 Electromagnetic Compatibility • IEC 60601-1-2, EN 60601-1-2 For USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 216: Equipment Classification
DR 400 | Product Information | 216 Equipment Classification Per EN/IEC 60601-1, EN/IEC 60601-2-54, this device is classified as following: Table 37: Equipment classification Class I equipment Equipment in which protection against electric shock does not rely on basic insulation only, but includes a fixed connection to mains power with protective earth conductor.
Page 217: Patient Data Security
DR 400 | Product Information | 217 Patient data security The user must ensure that the patients’ legal requirements are met and that the security of the pa- tient data is guarded. The user must define who can access patient data in which situations.
Page 218: Requirements On The Operating Environment
17(4) and 18(8) of Annex I of the EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745, must be implemented and used in connection with the use of the Agfa medical device by the Customer (User). These are minimum requirements and designed to protect against unauthorised access that could hamper the device from functioning as intended.
Page 219: Security Settings
DR 400 | Product Information | 219 Security settings Refer to the MUSICA Acquisition Workstation User Documentation for more information about se- curity settings in the software. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 220: Product Complaints
Contact address: Agfa Service Support - local support addresses and phone numbers are listed on www.agfa.com Agfa - Septestraat 27, 2640 Mortsel, Belgium Agfa - Fax +32 3 444 7094...
Page 221: Environmental Protection
DR 400 | Product Information | 221 Environmental protection Figure 82: WEEE symbol Figure 83: Battery symbol WEEE end user notice The directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) aims to prevent the generation of electric and electronic waste and to promote the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery. It therefore requires the collection of WEEE, recovery and reuse or recycling.
Page 222: System Documentation
The DR 400 User Documentation CD contains: • DR 400 User Manual (this document) • DX-D DR Detector Calibration Key User manual, document 0134 Other documentation available on the DR 400 User Documentation CD: • DAP Datasheet • X-ray Tube Documentation •...
Page 223: Training
Your local Agfa or dealer representative can provide further information on training. The user must note the following information in the system documentation: •...
Page 224: Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 224 Technical Data • DR 400 Technical Data on page 225 • Generator Technical Data on page 227 • Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data on page 228 • Radiographic Wall Stand Technical Data on page 230 •...
Page 225: Dr 400 Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 225 DR 400 Technical Data Manufacturer Agfa NV Septestraat 27 2640 Mortsel, Belgium Type 5520/XXX Power line 400 V Y-source 400V 3N~ PE (Y) 50/60 Hz Power line 400/480 V Delta- 400/480V 3~PE (delta without N) 50/60Hz source The power setting is selected during installation and printed on the type label.
Page 226 DR 400 | Product Information | 226 Environmental conditions Table 38: Environmental conditions for the X-ray system Environmental Conditions (during storage and transport) Temperature (ambient) between -15° and 50° Celsius Humidity (non condensing) between 15 and 90 % relative humidity Atmospheric pressure between 70 and 106 kPa...
Page 227: Generator Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 227 Generator Technical Data Manufacturer Spellman High Voltage Electronics GmbH Josef-Baumann-Strasse 23 D-44805 Bochum, Germany Supported Mod- EDITOR HFe 401 EDITOR HFe 501 EDITOR HFe 601 EDITOR HFe 801 Max. Power 40 kW 50 kW 65 kW 80 kW...
Page 228: Radiographic Table And X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 228 Radiographic Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data Manufacturer Agfa NV Septestraat 27 2640 Mortsel, Belgium Type TS-Fix-L-001 5521/100 TS-Fix-R-001 5521/110 TS-Elev-L-001 5521/200 TS-Elev-R-001 5521/210 TS-Fix-L-002 5521/300 TS-Fix-R-002 5521/310 TS-Elev-L-002 5521/400 TS-Elev-R-002 5521/410 Dimensions Fixed height radiographic table...
Page 229 DR 400 | Product Information | 229 X-ray tube stand column 120 kg X-ray tube stand arm 25 kg X-ray tube plus collimator (maximum weight) 40 kg Maximum load on the radiographic table 400 kg Movement ranges Transversal axis or y-axis movement (back &...
Page 230: Radiographic Wall Stand Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 230 Radiographic Wall Stand Technical Data Manufacturer Agfa NV Septestraat 27 2640 Mortsel, Belgium Type WS-Manual-001 5522/100 WS-Manual-T-001 5522/200 WS-Manual-002 5522/300 WS-Manual-T-002 5522/400 Dimensions Height 2245 mm Width 610 mm (only front panel) 715 mm (with tilting handles)
Page 231 DR 400 | Product Information | 231 157 kg (vertical wall stand) Weight 196 kg (tilting wall stand) 166 kg (vertical wall stand with spacer) 205 kg (tilting wall stand with spacer) Maximum load on the bucky 32 kg Maximum load on the brakes for the...
Page 232: X-Ray Tube Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 232 X-Ray Tube Technical Data Manufacturer Canon Electron Tubes & Devices Co., Ltd. 1385 Shimoishigami Otawara-Shi, Tochigi-Ken 324-8550 Japan E7252X X-ray Tube 12º 150 kVp dual focal spots 0.6 and 1.2 mm 300 KHU LS 14/41 kW (50Hz) 16/45 kW (60Hz)
Page 233: Bucky Unit Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 233 Bucky Unit Technical Data Manufacturer Agfa NV Septestraat 27 2640 Mortsel, Belgium Bucky for large format DR only, with optional battery charger for XD/XF detectors Supported sizes 35 cm x 43 cm in portrait and landscape orientation 43 cm x 43 cm DR CASS.
Page 234 DR 400 | Product Information | 234 Dimensions in radiographic wall stand 62.5 cm x 61.5 cm x 12.5 cm (WxLxH) Charging time of the DR Detector battery maximum 9 hours 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 235: Automatic Exposure Control (Aec) Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 235 Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data Table 39: Varex AEC ionization chamber Manufacturer Varex Imaging Americas Corp. 3835 Carnation Street Franklin Park, IL 60131 U.S.A. Supported Type ICX1945B Description 3-field ionization chamber with electronics Maximum dose rate 1.250 uGy/s...
Page 236: Manual Collimator Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 236 Manual Collimator Technical Data Manufacturer Ralco Via dei Tigli 13/G 20853 Biassono (MB), Italy Supported type R 221 Maximum radiation leakage 150 kVp – 4 mA Inherent filtration 2 mm Aluminum equivalent Added filtration 0mm Al 2mm Al 1mm Al + 0.1mm Cu...
Page 237: Automatic Collimator Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 237 Automatic collimator technical data Manufacturer Ralco Via dei Tigli 13/G 20853 Biassono (MB), Italy Supported type R 225 ACS Maximum radiation leakage 150 kVp – 4 mA Inherent filtration 2 mm Aluminum equivalent Added filtration 0mm Al 2mm Al 1mm Al + 0.1mm Cu...
Page 238: Dose Area Product Meter (Iba Dap) Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 238 Dose Area Product Meter (IBA DAP) Technical Data Manufacturer IBA Dosimetry GmbH Bahnhofstrasse 5 DE-90592 Schwarzenbruck Supported Type 120-131 HS/RS485 Dose area product range (0.1...99999999.99) cGy x cm DAP resolution 0.01 cGy x cm Active area 14.0 cm x 14.0 cm Dimensions 17.9 cm x 16.6 cm x 1.7 cm (WxDxH)
Page 239: Fixed Dr Detector
DR 400 | Product Information | 239 Fixed DR Detector Portable DR detector technical data (mounted ﬁxed in the bucky) Manufacturer Manufacturer DR detector Vieworks Co., Ltd. (Gwanyang-dong), 41-3, Burim-ro 170beon-gil, Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea Distributor DR detector Agfa NV Septestraat 27, B-2640 Mortsel - Belgium...
Page 240 Throughput Maximum number of image acquisitions 150 acquisitions per hour Reliability Estimated product life (if regularly serviced and 100 Gy maintained according to Agfa instructions) Pixel matrix Pixium RAD 4343 G Pixel size 148 µm (H,V) Pixel matrix 2880(H) x 2880(V)
Page 241 DR 400 | Product Information | 241 minimum maximum Distance to calibration temperature -6 °C +6 °C Distance to calibration pressure -100 mbar +100 mbar Pixium RAD 4343 C-E Environmental conditions (during normal operation) Temperature (ambient) between 15° and 35° Celsius Refer to environmental conditions of the X-ray...
Page 242: Portable Dr Detector Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 242 Portable DR detector technical data Refer to the DR Detector User Manual. 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 243: Nx Workstation Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 243 NX workstation technical data Electrical connection Operating voltage 90 – 263 VAC Mains fuse protection 5.5 A Mains frequency 47 – 63 Hz Power consumption Maximum power consumption 320 W Power consuption during standby (incl monitor) 32 W...
Page 244: Dr Generator Sync Box Technical Data
DR 400 | Product Information | 244 DR Generator Sync Box technical data Model name DR Generator Sync Box Type number 5400/516 Labeling Dimensions Depth 21.5 cm Width 33.5 cm Height 6.5 cm Weight 3.2 kg Electrical connection 100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Estimated product life 7 years 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 245: Remarks For Hf-Emission And Immunity
IEC 61000-3-3 DR 400 is used in a professional healthcare facility / radiological environment. Environmental con- ditions are stated in the user manual. This device was tested for a professional healthcare environment as described above. Nevertheless the HF-emission and immunity can be influenced by connected data cables depending on length and the manner of installation.
Page 246 DR 400 | Product Information | 246 Resistance to Jamming Test Test level of profession- Electromagnetic Environment Guide- al medical equipment lines and basic EMC stan- dards Discharge of static electric- + 8 kV contact discharge Floors should consist of wood, concrete ity in accordance with IEC or ceramic tiles.
Page 247 DR 400 | Product Information | 247 RF communication Refer to the section "Immunity to RF wireless communication equipment" Disruptions are possible near devices that carry the following symbol: The field strength of stationary transmitters, such as base stations of radio telephones, mobile broadcasts for rural areas, amateur stations, and AM and FM radio transmitters, cannot be pre- cisely predetermined theoretically.
Page 248 DR 400 | Product Information | 248 • Immunity to RF wireless communication equipment on page 249 • Precautions on EMC on page 250 • Cables, transducers and accessories on page 251 • Maintenance on EMC relevant parts on page 253 Related information Cables, transducers and accessories on page 251 3231G EN 20250203 1620...
Page 249: Immunity To Rf Wireless Communication Equipment
DR 400 | Product Information | 249 Immunity to RF wireless communication equipment Service ISM Band Distance Immunity test level (MHz) (V/m) 300-390 TETRA 400 430-470 GMRS 460; FRS 460 704-787 LTE Band 13, 17 800-960 GSM 800/900; TETRA 800, IDEN 820; CO- MA 850; LTE Band 5 1700-1990 GSM 1800;...
Page 250: Precautions On Emc
DR 400 | Product Information | 250 Precautions on EMC Warning: Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is necessary, this equip- ment and the other equipment should be observed to verify that they are operating normal-...
Page 251: Cables, Transducers And Accessories
DR 400 | Product Information | 251 Cables, transducers and accessories Cables, transducers and accessories which were tested and found to comply with the collateral standard IEC60601-1-2 (EMC): Caution: Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation.
Page 252 DR 400 | Product Information | 252 remark from; type; maximum length table output terminal (ground); 1 x AWG8 (10 mm mandatory wall stand input terminal 20 m Optional unshielded control room (DR Generator Sync Box 1); 9 pin sub D (Pin 9 is not con- nected);...
Page 253: Maintenance On Emc Relevant Parts
DR 400 | Product Information | 253 Maintenance on EMC relevant parts Concerning the EMC safety of the DR 400 device, no relevant parts could be inspected by the opera- tor. EMC relevant parts will be inspected from AFGA service engineer within the regular service in- terval until the end of lifetime.

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