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Alpha RT
Installation Instructions
0459
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Date: 12/2010
GE Hungary Kft.
2040 Budars, Akron u. 2
HUNGARY
Tel:+ 36 23 410 000
Fax:+ 36 23 410 193
Internet and Service: http://www.gehealthcare.com/worldwide.html
GE Hungary Kft., a General Electric company, going to market as GE
Healthcare.
This manual applies to Alpha RT units with software version 7.71a and up.
Table of Contents
1
Introduction .............................................................................................................. 1
1.1
1.2
Preinstallation instructions.................................................................................... 9
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
2.12
2.13
2.14
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3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
Prerequisites....................................................................................................................................................37
Removal of the side covers ......................................................................................................................37
Removal of the top cover..........................................................................................................................38
Removal of the bottom cover .................................................................................................................38
Removal of the back cover.......................................................................................................................39
Preventing X-rays (for example in exhibition)..................................................................................39
Transformer voltage tapping ..................................................................................................................40
Powering up.....................................................................................................................................................40
Anode run voltage check (Pr#57 Ano) or adjustment to 50 Hz mains network ..............40
Preheat and mA-regulation check........................................................................................................42
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5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.1.4
5.1.5
5.1.6
5.1.7
5.1.8
5.2.1
5.2.2
5.2.3
5.2.4
5.2.5
5.2.6
5.2.7
5.2.8
5.2.9
5.2.10
5.2.11
5.2.12
5.2.13
5.2.14
5.2.15
5.2.16
5.2.17
5.2.18
5.2.19
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1 Introduction
Term Alpha RT in this manual refers to Alpha RT MGF-101 unit.
1.1
NOTE!
Only engineers trained by GE Healthcare are allowed to install the unit.
parts installed by nontrained personnel carry no warranty!
CAUTION!
Always check for proper seating on all the connectors located in the areas
you have worked. equipment damage can result if power is applied or
exposures made with improperly seated connectors!
WARNING!
Always install the proper fuses into the unit. failure to do so jeopardizes
patient, operator and equipment safety.
WARNING!
This unit has floating grounds. always make all scope measurements
differentially and always be careful when servicing the unit!
CAUTION!
When handling circuit boards, always utilize ground wrist straps or
grounding kits to prevent damage to the mos type chips. always keep
circuit boards in a static proof bag.
WARNING!
Always disconnect the unit from line supply by removing the plug from
wall outlet before opening the covers.
WARNING!
The X-ray tube utilizes a beryllium window. do not perform any operations
on beryllium which produce dust or fumes, such as grinding, grit blasting
or acid cleaning. beryllium dust or fumes are highly toxic and breathing
them can result in serious personal injury or death.
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WARNING!
This X-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and operator unless safe
exposure factors and instructions are observed!
WARNING!
Electric safety: Use fault current protection connector box between unit
power plug and mains. High voltage tank and high voltage connectors are
dangerous areas in the that require special attention as well as 220 VAC
present on Inverter Board, AMD Board and fan connectors.
NOTE!
This unit has been tested at 60 Hz. If the unit will be installed to 50 Hz
mains network, refer to Chapter 5.2.10, Light field intensity adjustment for
collimator light field intensity adjustment and Chapter 4.9, Anode run
voltage check (Pr#57 Ano) or adjustment to 50 Hz mains network for
anode run voltage adjustment.
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1.2
LANGUAGE WARNING
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AVVERTENZA
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valod, klienta pienkums ir nodroint tulkojumu.
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izlasanas un sapraanas.
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strvas trieciena, mehnisku vai citu faktoru izraistu traumu
risks apkopes sniedzjam, operatoram vai pacientam.
is eksploatavimo vadovas yra tik angl kalba.
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angl, suteikti vertimo paslaugas privalo klientas.
Nemginkite atlikti rangos technins prieiros, jei
neperskaitte ar nesupratote io eksploatavimo vadovo.
Jei nepaisysite io spjimo, galimi paslaug tiekjo,
operatoriaus ar paciento sualojimai dl elektros oko,
mechanini ar kit pavoj.
Denne servicehndboken finnes bare p engelsk.
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det kundens ansvar srge for oversettelse.
Ikke forsk reparere utstyret uten at denne servicehndboken
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grunn av elektrisk stt, mekaniske eller andre farer.
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OSTRZEENIE
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UPOZORENJE
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UPOZORNENIE
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ATENCION
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VARNING
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OPOZORILO
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NOTE!
Two people are required through the mechanical installation, one person
thereafter.
2.1
SPACE REQUIREMENTS
Fig 2.1.
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2.2
If the device is mounted on a wall, the pulling force exerted on each bolt is
approximately 600 N (135 lbs). The load on the floor is approximately 7350
kg/sq.m (1500 lb/sq.ft).
If the device is mounted on a base plate, the load on the floor is
approximately 600 kg/sq.m (122 lb/sq.ft).
2.3
NOTE!
Operating Range 198 to 242VAC. Line voltages measuring less than 208
VAC may require a line boost transformer.
Line Voltage
Line Regulation
Phase
Frequency
Current
Grounding
Standard outlet
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2.4
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Operating Temperature
Humidity Range
Weight
Dimensions
NOTE!
Long term storing in dry cool place.
2.5
2.6
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2.7
2.8
2.9
The standard unit delivery comprises three (four in base plate installation)
crates (check that they have the same serial number) of the following
dimensions and with these contents:
NOTE!
The crate numbers in the packing list may differ from the numbers listed
here.
Crate 1:
2290 x 520 x 410 mm (90 3/16 x 20 1/2 x 16 3/16)
cardboard
gross weight approximately 89 kg (196 lb)
Alpha stand and column assembly
Crate 2:
1190 x 550 x 710 mm (46 7/8 x 21 5/8 x 28)
cardboard
gross weight approximately 52 kg (115 lb)
C-arm assembly
Crate 3:
1150 x 230 x 200 mm (45 5/16 x 9 x 7 7/8)
wooden
gross weight: without ECS approximately 92 kg (203 lb), with ECS
approximately 104 kg (230 lb)
counterweight (with or without additional counterweight for ECS)
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Fig 2.2.
NOTE!
The crate includes the packing list. Make sure that you have received all
items.
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CAUTION!
The bolts holding the bracket are not meant to be used as attachment
bolts (they are too long). Attachment bolts are supplied separately in a
plastic bag.
Fig 2.3.
C-arm packing
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CAUTION!
The counterweight is heavy (appr. weight 100 kg or 220 lbs). Get
assistance to handle it, and be extreme careful.
Fig 2.4.
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3.1
WARNING!
If the carriage or counterweight moves resulting cable movement over
the pulley of the vertical motor, there is a risk to damage the pulley or
drive motor assembly (Fig. 2.5). Specifically the fiber gear inside the motor
assembly can be damaged. Please follow the instructions for lifting the
column.
As the column is heavy, it will require at least two people to install it.
1
Loosen
the
bolts
holding the top cap in
position. See A in figure
3.1, Vertical motor and
cables.
(E)
C
(D)
Remove
the
counterweight
mechanical stop plate
by removing screws B
in figure 3.1, Vertical
motor and cables.
Fig 3.1.
CAUTION!
Insert the assembly pin through the holes at both sides of the column, and
tape the exposed ends (or use rubber band) to prevent its sliding out.
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Get some help to slide the counterweight into the column. With the
counterweight inserted (leaving access to the cable bracket), remove
the two bolts from one bracket block. See C in figure 3.1, Vertical
motor and cables.
Remove the block and slide the cables over the shaft making sure the
cables are not twisted or crossed.
Replace the bracket block and tighten the bolts. Make sure that the
bolts are tight. Slide the counterweight until it contacts the assembly
pin. The pin is supporting the counterweight while the column is
being erected.
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11
12
Slide the carriage down the column until the cables are taut.
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14
WARNING!
The total weight of the column, carriage and the counterweight is now
over 140 kg (390 lbs). Do not lift alone!
Open
spaces
between the column
and the carriage
WARNING!
Make sure that no articles such screws etc. can fall through to the open
spaces between the column and the carriage. Serious problems for the
use of the device may occur.
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3.2
3.2.1
Two 10mm (3/8) attachment bolts and wall plugs are used. Each bolt
should be able to take a load of 600 N (135 lbs). Lift up the column against
the wall and drill the holes like in figure 3.2, Wall attachment holes (Long /
short column version). Fix the enclosed plugs in the holes.
Fig 3.2.
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86 3/64 / 77 9/16
2184 / 1969 mm
16 5/32
410 mm
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3.2.2
Attach the wall mount bracket and base plate to the column. See figures
3.3, Wall mount bracket and 3.4, Base plate.
Fig 3.3.
220
Fig 3.4.
20
40
Base plate
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3.2.3
CAUTION!
Make sure that the counterweight is resting against the assembly pin and
the carriage is down so that the cables are taut.
1
WARNING!
The column assembly is heavy. Get assistance and be careful when
erecting the column.
2
CAUTION!
Do not remove the rubber band, holding the cable coming out through the
axle because it helps in installing the C-arm by keeping the cables out of
the way.
3.3
Unpack the base plate and compare its contents to the packing list.
Place the base plate in its final position so that the screw holes face
to the rear of the unit.
Bolt both side pieces to the base plate making sure they are centered
over the bolt holes. Trace the inside edge of the side plates.
Remove enough screws to allow the side pieces to swing out of the
way.
CAUTION!
Ensure that the counterweight is resting against the assembly pin and the
carriage is down so that the cables are taut.
CAUTION!
Damage to the surface of the base plate can occur if the column is
attempted to walk or slide.
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Move the column over to the base plate and stand it up on top of
rubber bumper and the traced outline.
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Swing one side plate A into position so that it fits into the groove of
the column (see Figure 3.5, The base plate assembly).
Fig 3.5.
Slide the pressure plate B into the space between the back of the
column and the flange on the side plate.
CAUTION!
Plate B is not symmetrical and should be installed so that its width
matches the column width. Also notice the slot for the cable.
9
Tighten all bolts and check the column with a water-level. Shift the
column if necessary and tighten slightly the four bolts for the
pressure plate.
CAUTION!
Do not tighten the pressure plate too much since the counterweight might
jam in the lower position. Use for example 3 Nm tightening torque.
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CAUTION!
The back cover plate C will not fit if the column is not in level.
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3.4
NOTE!
Do not yet remove the additional label from the release paper.
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3.5
3.5.1
Take the slide plate and slide it over the c-arm axle. The rounded side of
the plate will be facing towards the carriage. Do not tighten the lock
screws to hold the plate in place yet. You will have to set the correct
distance when finally putting the covers on.
3.5.2
Remove the c-arm top cover and the small back cover.
Place the C-arm on the floor so that it rests on the tube and image
receptor.
Attach
the
ECS
mechanism to the Carm with six bolts. See
figure 3.6, Installing the
ECS mechanism.
Fig 3.6.
3.5.3
Lift the C-arm into position by sliding the two upper bolts into the
grooves on the back plate. See figure 3.7, Attachment of the C-arm.
Take care that the ends of the cables are free and that the cables do
not get bent or pinched.
Attach the four lower bolts, and tighten all six attachment bolts.
Remove all carriage covers and check all internal spaces for loose
hardware, packing materials.
Make sure that the circuit boards and connectors are properly
installed.
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Fig 3.7.
Connectors AMD X1, AMD X2 and AMD X3 are attached to the anode
motor driver (AMD) board inside the C- arm (X61 is only on Alpha RT
models). See Figure 3.8, C-arm connectors.
NOTE!
X20 has 10 wires on the Alpha RT.
Fig 3.8.
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Attach the upper cover after all adjustments have been completed.
CAUTION!
It is strongly recommended that you check all the connectors again to
prevent power-on problems.
8
Hang the c-arm to the axle assembly so that the motor enters the
axle.
NOTE!
Be careful not to damage: 1. The motor, 2. The metal plate sticking out of
the ECS mechanism or 3. Microswitch placed on the side of the ECS
mechanism.
9
Tighten the top two bolts to the c-arm and fix the remaining four
bolts.
10
Close the connectors to the c-arm. Check that the bracket relieves
stress to the wires in the connectors. See figure 3.9, Securing the
cables to the c-arm.
Fig 3.9.
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3.6
Make sure that the metal plate going through the slots of the optical
interrupters on the ECS Driver Board is correctly positioned and that
there are no cables entering its pathway when the c-arm moves.
NOTE!
If the Alpha ID is used, please read the separate manual.
The base of the control panel is attached on the right side of the unit. If
desired, the base can be moved to the other side of the unit or attached to
a wall. See Figure 3.10, Control panel attachment.
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Install the control panel by pushing it against the base so that the plastic
knob mounts into the hole in the base. Use setscrews to fasten the panel
to the base.
Also fasten the exposure button to its place with a setscrew, if required.
Attach the cable of the panel to the D connector at the base of the
carriage.
The control may be installed flat to the side of the carriage, or to an angle
with the angled back piece.
Fig 3.10.
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3.7
Plug in the footpedals to the connection box in the back of the column.
See figure 3.11, Connectors for the pedals.
Fig 3.11.
3.8
Preparations:
Identify how the Alpha RT unit is mounted - on stationary base plate or
wall mounted. If the unit is wall mounted, the wall mount base plate is
provided with holes for the hinge support pieces (Fig. 3.12, Wall mount
base plate and hinge support plate).
Instructions:
Open the crate and compare the contents to the packing list. If the
stationary base plate is used, locate the hole provided for the hinge in
base the plate. Drop the sleeve in a hole mount.
Left or right side installation:
1
Press the other plastic sleeve into the large hole on the upper hinge
bracket.
Lift the shield into position, and put the upper pin through the upper
hinge bracket into the hinge on the shield.
Swing the shield into the desired position. Loosen the shield stop and
lower it until it contacts the floor.
Tighten the stop screws. If the wheel is used the adjustment is not
needed.
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Fig 3.13.
3.9
The unit is delivered without mains plug attached to allow fitting of locally
suitable type of mains connection.
Select suitable min 16A rated mains plug (that complies with local
regulations) with ground (PE) connection. A loose IEC type plug is included
in the unit delivery.
When connecting the wires, make sure that the yellow-green PE wire is
left min 10mm longer than the two other ones.
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1 Blue
2 Green/Yellow
3 Brown
1
2
3
Provided that you have all the connectors closed, turn the power of
Alpha RT on. Check that the circuit breaker in the back of system is in
the ON position. Switch power ON using the main power switch in
the front.
The timer display shows r.ES., kV display Pr, mAs display software version
and density display shows the country code.
Resetting must be acknowledged by pushing the auto exp button, which
starts the internal testing routine.
2
Check that all segments of the 7-segment display and LEDs are lit.
Fig 3.14.
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Check that all cassette tunnels, bucky and magnification tunnel are
of the right type (Normal or Daylight). Available upgrade kits for
cassette holders:
31586-IMG
31587-IMG
31588-IMG
31589-IMG
31591-IMG
a
ON
ON
OFF
OFF
CAUTION!
Do not press the exposure button until all necessary calibrations are
performed.
5
Using the kV+ and kV- buttons, increase kV to 35, decrease to 23 kV,
and then return to the default kV setting.
Change the filter and notice that the filter does change from
molybdenum to rhodium. Notice that the timer display changes from
no to rh. Select molybdenum (no) filter.
Push the auto exp until the manual mode is entered, the auto exp
light and density display are switched off and the mAs display will
indicate 12 mAs.
Select 25 kV. Using the mAs+ and mAs- buttons, increase the mAs
value to 500 (300 in New York installations, 600 in G.B installations),
and then decrease the display back down to 80. Go back to
automatic exposure mode by using the auto exp button.
10
Push the auto rel button twice. The auto rel light should first switch
off and then back on.
NOTE!
Press the vertical drive control down and remove the assembly pin.
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Test the vertical drive control switches on both sides of the unit and
verify that up and down movements of the carriage starts slowly and
then speeds up as the switch is held down.
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13
Check that the breast thickness display and the compression force
changes when driving the compression down.
14
Check that the field light is switched ON when the down pedal is
pushed and goes OFF automatically after approximately 40 seconds.
Fig 3.15.
15
Install a bucky and check that the GRID indicator lights up. Remove
the grid locking screw before use.
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17
Turn the c-arm and notice that the reading in the angle display on
the c-arm changes.
CAUTION!
C-arm brake can get stuck during the long storage time. Press the brake
button to release the brake and use enough force to release the C-arm
rotation.
NOTE!
Following voltage measurements, and the soft start procedure
instructions are for trouble shooting purpose.
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Verify that the typical voltages listed are present. Refer to repair
instructions in service manual for the location of the test points.
Voltages marked with * are unregulated.
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brake
Unreg +34Vdc
Vin CPU
+AEC in
-AEC in
lamp (AC volts)
26 Vdc
33 Vdc
23 Vdc
+20 Vdc
-20 Vdc
10.5 Vac
Vin CPU
5.1 Vdc
Vin C&Z
Vin bucky
Comp low speed ref.
Comp high speed ref.
Comp up/dn
Vert up/dn
34 Vdc
15 Vdc
24 Vdc
adjustable +15 Vdc
adjustable +15 Vdc
22 Vdc*
25 Vdc*
Unreg Dcin
+Vdc
-Vdc
35 Vdc
+15 Vdc
-15 Vdc
+Vdc
-Vdc
+15 Vdc
-15 Vdc
+Vdc
+5 Vdc
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WARNING!
The ECS mechanism and the motor will be damaged if the C-arm is driven
against a mechanical limit. The movement should be stopped by the
photo interrupter.
4
Drive the C-arm to its upper limit. Check that there is enough slack in
the cables. Make sure that the metal plate enters the photo
interrupter slot and that the movement is stopped.
Press Return -button and check that the adapter returns to lowest
position from all other positions. The movement can be stopped by
pressing the C-arm up or C-arm down buttons.
When driven away from the lowest position, check that the c-arm
brake does not release. After returning the c-arm, check that the
brake releases again.
Action
PADDLE
C-ARM
ECS
REL
8
10
Make an exposure and see that the c-arm is returned to the lowest
position after the exposure if the Autorel function is selected on the
Alpha RT control panel.
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Fig 3.16.
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After adjusting the compression paddle speed, adjust the ECSmovement with R37 on ECS board.
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13
Press the C-ARM-pedal and adjust the C-arm speed from R59 to
about 1cm/1sec.
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CAUTION!
The purpose of this procedure is to ensure that before applying full power
to the generator, all vital signals and adjustments are correct. Use large
focus (MAGN lamp is off).
Open
spaces
between the column
and the carriage
WARNING!
When installing or removing covers, make sure that no articles such
screws etc. can fall through to the open spaces between the column and
the carriage. Serious problems for the use of the device may occur.
4.2
1
CAUTION!
Do not pull out the side cover, just straight down.
CAUTION!
Side cover tabs are sharp.
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Fig 4.1.
4.3
1
Fig 4.2.
4.4
1
Fig 4.3.
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1
Fig 4.4.
4.6
NOTE!
The following three items disconnects all power from the generator, but
the system can be still operated. This can be done for example when
installing for an exhibition, where X-rays are not allowed.
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Set the test switches on both the INVERTER Board and the FILAMENT
CONTROL Board to TEST position. Set the jumper X8 on the
FILAMENT CONTROL Board to 1-2 position [left-hand position]; (mA
feedback from the filament circuit only).
Turn OFF the unit and plug in the connectors X1 on the INVERTER
board and X4 on the FILAMENT CONTROL board.
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4.7
Measure the main voltage and connect the main transformers as in the
table below.
Main voltage
Transformer connection
198 - 230
231 - 250
251 - 264
260
Table 4.1
4.8
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POWERING UP
Turn the unit ON from the mains switch.
NOTE!
The TUBEFAIL led H3 on the FILAMENT CONTROL Board is usually lit
before the first exposure after the unit is switched on. The activation of the
EXT signal turns the led off, and after a successful exposure the led
remains off.
2
Check that the display shows reset (r.ES in the timer display), on the
POWER SUPPLY board all LEDs are lit (3 pcs), on the FILAMENT
CONTROL board LEDs H8, H9 and H10 are lit, on the INVERTER Board
LEDs H8, H9 and H10 are lit.
4.9
NOTE!
All testing should be performed in service mode.
1
Press kV- or kV+ buttons to scroll until the kV display shows #57 and
the mAs display shows Ano. This is the anode run voltage measuring
mode without x-rays. Press Autoexp to enter into Ano program. If you
need to adjust the anode run to 50 Hz mains network, proceed to
step 3.
Press exposure button to run anode. Timer display will show running
time which is limited to 5 seconds. Check that no error messages are
displayed during that time. After this check that the anode motor
plate stops running (listen to the sound of the rotating anode) and
that no error messages are displayed on Control Panel timer-screen.
If this is not the case, perform step 3.
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WARNING!
AMD BOARD HAS FLOATING GROUND OF 230 VOLTS
3
NOTE!
Pay attention to potentiometer setting. It is different for 50 Hz and 60 Hz.
4
Exit the test #57 and also the service mode. Test the unit in normal
manual mode with maximum mAs value, repeat exposures for 5
times and verify that no error appears.
Fig 4.5.
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During the exposure, listen that the first one of the power relays (K1)
on the INVERTER board is activated as the exposure button is
pressed, and that (K2) is activated after the preheat time, after app.
1.5 s.
Check also that on the INVERTER Board, the LEDs H2, H4, H5, H6, H7,
H11 and H12 and on the FILAMENT CONTROL board, the LEDs H2, H4,
H5, H6 and H7, turn on during the exposure.
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Check that large focus is on (MAGN led is off, toggle small/large focus
with DEN+ button in service mode) or a bucky or a cassette tunnel
attached.
Fig 4.6.
Set the oscilloscope to 1V/div and 20ms/div. Set the trigger to app.
+1V / positive edge (storage mode).
Turn ON the unit. Set the unit to 27kV and 16-40 mAs (large focus).
If the mA waveform contains either over- or undershoot at the startup, adjust from trimmer potentiometer R28 on the Filament control
board to obtain correct waveform.
NOTE!
The trimmer R28 is for LARGE FOCUS. For SMALL FOCUS, insert the
magnification cassette holder to the unit and adjust the preheat from
trimmer potentiometer R96. Be careful with preheat adjustment. Turn the
potentiometer little by little and check that scope figure will look as in
Figures 4.7, Correct preheat, 4.8, Preheat rises too fast "Overshoot" and
4.9, Preheat rises too slow.
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Fig 4.7.
Correct preheat
Fig 4.8.
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Fig 4.9.
Set the unit to 28kV and 100 mAs (To get longer exposure time,
increase mAs. Make sure that the exposure is long enough for the
DVM reading to stabilize).
Make an exposure and check the voltage from the DVM during
exposure. It should be 2.80.01Vdc.
NOTE!
kV is set at the factory. For calibration use Unfors, RTI, PMX-I/M or similar
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Fig 4.10.
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Inverter board
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5.1.1
Initial setups
In this section the contents of the nonvolatile memory are checked and
changed if necessary. The setup information is available in two programs,
PAr and SUP. The automatic exposure control information is available in
AEC and tAr programs.
In the SetUP (prog. #52 SUP) the following is setup:
#52 SUP
#52 SUP
#52 SUP
#52 SUP
#52 SUP
A
L
H
i
F
S
C
r
b
t
I
d
d
h
I
c
g
E
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#64 AEC
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The kV is selected on the basis that the target time for the compressed
breast thickness will be reached. The higher target time will result in lower
selected kV and vice versa.
To enter the service mode:
To enter the service mode press kV- and density- buttons simultaneously
until the Timer display shows Ser.
To enter the special program menu:
To enter the special program menu press density+ and density- buttons
simultaneously. The program number is displayed in the kV display and
the program name in the mAs display (Press DEN- first because otherwise
the system may toggle the focal spot with DEN+ key). The available
programs can be scrolled with the kV+ and kV- buttons. To enter the
desired program press the Autoexp program button. To leave the
program press Autoexp buttons once more. To leave the menu press
density+ and density- simultaneously.
Return to the menu from the special programs by pressing AUTOEXP
button.
NOTE!
See block diagram of software in appendix or service manual.
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5.1.3
#52SUP/A The density display shows A, which means the Auto Release
Time after each exposure in seconds.
1 Select a suitable time (normally 6 sec.) using the densityand density+ buttons. Make sure that after an exposure
the Autorelease drives the paddle up to the upper limit.
2 Press kV+
#52SUP/L The density display shows L which means the Printer Label
Type for technique printout. Select using the density- and
density+ buttons. The types are:
0 = OFF
1 = all data in one row
2 = 36.7 x 101 mm label (U.S.A. default)
3 = 26.0 x 101 mm label
Press kV+
#52SUP/H The density display shows H which indicates the Input Mode
of the text printed on the label. For each of the four rows
printed, the last 14 of 40 characters can be programmed.
See following table for how to program the label.
Sample of a label:
1234567890123456789012345678901234567890
B Rh 0.02s 28kV 002mAs +0 HOSPITALxNAMEx
6.5cm 200N 180^/R 0.06mGy CODExxxxxxxxxx
___/___/___
R1 12345 RADIOLOGISTxxx
_________________________ DEPARTMENTxxxx
On row 1 the letter H in HOSPITAL is in character position 00,the letter O in
HOSPITAL is in position 01 etc. Remember that a space also consumes a
position.
The first letter in row 2 is C and the character position is 15 and continues
through position 29. Row 3 contains positions 30 through 44 and row 4
positions 45 through 59. See following the ASCII table and a Label
Programming Worksheet.
#52SUP/C A
B
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Press button
Display
Selecting the
character position
from 00 to 59
kV display position 00 to
59
Density+ = scroll
up
Density- = scroll
down
Table 5.1
NUL
32
SP
64
96
128
160
192
224
SOH
33
65
97
129
161
193
225
STX
34
"
66
98
130
162
194
226
ETX
35
67
99
131
163
195
227
&
EOT
36
68
100
132
164
196
228
ENQ
37
69
101
133
165
197
229
ACK
38
&
70
102
134
166
198
230
BEL
39
'
71
103
135
167
199
231
BS
40
72
104
136
168
200
232
HT
41
73
105
137
169
201
233
10
LF
42
74
106
138
170
202
234
11
VT
43
75
107
139
171
203
235
12
FF
44
76
108
140
172
204
236
13
CR
45
77
109
141
173
205
237
14
SO
46
78
110
142
174
206
238
15
SI
47
79
111
143
175
207
239
16
DLE
48
80
112
144
176
208
240
17
DC1
49
81
113
145
177
209
241
"
18
DC2
50
82
114
146
178
210
242
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19
DC3
51
83
115
147
179
211
243
20
DC4
52
84
116
148
180
212
244
21
NAK
53
85
117
149
181
213
245
22
SYN
54
86
118
150
182
214
246
23
ETB
55
87
119
151
183
215
247
24
CAN
56
88
120
152
184
216
248
25
EM
57
89
121
153
185
217
249
26
SUB
58
90
122
154
186
218
250
27
ESC
59
91
123
155
187
219
251
28
FS
60
<
92
124
156
188
220
252
29
GS
61
93
125
157
189
221
253
30
RS
62
>
94
126
158
190
222
254
31
US
63
95
127
DEL
159
191
223
255
SP
Table 5.2
Position
00
01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
09
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
55
Text
ASCII
Position
Text
ASCII
Position
Text
ASCII
Position
Text
ASCII
Table 5.3
Press kV+
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#52SUP/i The density display shows i. In this mode the RS 232 link can
be programmed.
0 = no connections
1 = printer or Alpha ID II connected
2 = PC connected (ONLY WITH Alpha ID [Dataview])
3 = Delta 16 mode
4 = Delta 16 / Alpha ID (Dataview), requires a RSswitcher board
Press kV+
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12 = Great Britain
13 = Scandinavia
14 = France
15 = Germany
16 = Australia
Press kV+
GB (12)
AUS
(16)
NY
(9)
GER
(15)
MICHIGAN (8)
X
X
X
X
X
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#53PAr/b The density display shows b which means the Anode Brake
Mode. Select 0 or 1 using the Den+ and Den- buttons.
0 = Anode Brake off
1 = Anode Brake on
The factory default is to have the anode brake off after an
exposure. This reduces the heat loading of the tube housing
and applies less stress to the bearings.
Press kV+
#53PAr/t The density display shows t. In this mode the software for
Alpha RT is selected.
0 = Not for Alpha RT
1 = Not for Alpha RT
2 = Only AA and manual mode (Alpha RT)
3 = Only A and manual mode (Alpha RT)
4 = AA ->> A ->> manual mode (factory default
Alpha RT)
5 = A ->> AA ->> manual mode (Alpha RT)
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5.1.5
#64AEC/d The density display shows d. In this mode the wanted optical
density for the IQC must be programmed.
IQC is done with the sensitometer. Flash a film with
the sensitometer and process the film. Select the step
that has the optical density close to 1.00. Program
the O.D. into this mode. Inform the technologist to
follow this step when performing the IQC. Refer to
Operation Instructions, Chapter Integrated Quality
Control test.
IQC is done by making a test exposure with a
phantom and with the kV selected for IQC (see
parameter h). Program the wanted optical density
into this mode. Refer to Operation Instructions,
Chapter Integrated Quality Control test.
Press kV+
#64AEC/h The density display shows h. In this mode the IQC procedure
and kV are selected:
0 = IQC done with the sensitometer
23 - 35 = IQC done by a test film using 23 - 35 kV and
a phantom or 40 mm acrylic. Use Den+/Den- buttons
to select the kV value.
Press kV+
CAUTION!
Perform following programming after the AEC has been adjusted and
then the density & default values have been selected and programmed.
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#64AEC/I The density display shows I. The Alpha RT AA-mode has socalled target times (= aimed exposure time) which can be
adjusted in the tAr program. This parameter sets the
maximum and minimum values for target times for large
focus (bucky installed) and small focus (mag stand installed)
separately.
1
Press kV+
#64AEC/c The density display shows c. This is for the AEC thickness
compensation including five (5) subparameters: P, r1, r2, S1,
S2 (in kV display). For further information on thickness
compensation refer to section AEC adjustment.
Press kV+
#64AEC/g The density display shows g. This is the software AEC gain
parameter. It is used for adjusting the basic optical density
(usually for Bucky molybdenum). refer to section AEC
adjustment.
CAUTION!
The gain affects all cassette holder/filter combinations.
Press kV+
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NOTE!
If the factory default setting is changed, use the table below
to store the new values.
CAUTION!
Always drive the compression paddle from 00cm up when
reprogramming the initial kV.
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INITIAL KV TABLE
Thickn.
display
Cass.
tunnel
default
values
Mo and
Rh
Bucky
new
values
Bucky
default
values
Mo and
Rh
Magn.
new
values
Magn.
Default
values
Mo and
Rh
0.0
23
23
25
0.5
23
23
25
1.0
23
23
25
1.5
23
23
25
2.0
23
23
25
2.5
23
23
25
3.0
23
23
25
3.5
24
24
25
4.0
24
24
26
4.5
24
24
26
5.0
25
25
26
5.5
25
25
27
6.0
26
26
27
6.5
26
26
28
7.0
27
27
28
7.5
27
27
28
8.0
28
28
29
8.5
28
28
29
9.0
28
28
30
9.5
28
28
30
Table 5.4
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tunnel
new
values
Initial kV table
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5.1.6
enter program 64
select parameter S
Press Autoexp to enter the tAr program. The density display shows
0. The kV display shows the compression thickness and the mAs
display shows the corresponding target time.
In this mode the target times for different thicknesses can be seen by
driving the compression paddle up and down.
3
The Alpha RT AA- mode utilizes automatic kV procedure which selects the
used kV according to the breast thickness and a target time (= aimed
exposure time). The target time depends on the compressed breast
thickness and is linear curve calculated from two programmed points. See
a graph below.
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3.5
3.0
2.5
0.5
Fig 5.1.
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Breast thickness/cm
Press Autorel. Density display shows 1 (T1). The kV display will show
the current compression thickness. Drive the compression plate to
desired thickness for the first target time. Alter the target time with
Den+/- buttons.
Press Autorel. The density display will show 2 (T2). The kV display will
show the current compression thickness. Drive the compression
plate to desired thickness for the second target time. Alter the target
time with Den+/- buttons.
Press Autorel. The mAs display will show PAS or ERR depending on
the programming being successful or not. The density display shows
0 and the target times for different thicknesses can be viewed by
driving the compression paddle up and down.
NOTE!
The Target time is separately adjusted for Mo/Rh and Bucky/Magn/
Cassette tunnel.
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CAUTION!
The maximum and minimum target time values are limited in the #64 AEC
program (parameter I)
8
To store the new values press Den+ and Den- simultaneously until
service mode is entered.
10
Switch OFF the power for a few seconds. Turn the power ON and
ensure that the programming has been stored.
5.1.7
The exposure and error counters can be checked in the special program
#58 CEC. The timer display shows the exposure counters and the error
codes: tot, cnt, E01, E02, E03, E04, E07, E08, E09, E10, E11, E12, Slo, Er1,
Er2, Er3, Er4, Er5, Eaf, SYS.
The kV and mAs displays show the number of those errors. Pressing the
mAs- resets the counter in the display.
Pressing the kV+ button selects the next counter. Reset all the counters.
When the timer display shows tot, the exposure counter is shown. It
cannot be reset. The cnt counter is a resettable counter and should be
reset.
Leave the special program by pressing Autoexp.
5.1.8
NOTE!
REPORTS TO BE RECORDED IN U.S.A. ONLY: Record all requested data
according to the installation report enclosed. Complete the FDA form
2579(3/89) according to the DHR report guide sheet 37139-IMG enclosed.
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5.2.1
5.2.2
Turn ON the film processor and let it warm up for at least half an
hour.
Obtain a sheet of the same film type to be used in your Alpha RT.
Select the color on the sensitometer that matches the color emitted
by the intensifying screen used.
Ensure that the emulsion side of the film is towards the light source
on the sensitometer. Expose two edges of the film, waiting 10
seconds between exposures, and run it through the processor.
Measure and record the optical density of step 1 for both edges of
the film. Record the average on both the film and in Table 2.6. Step 1
is the value of GROSS FOG (BASE FOG).
NOTE!
Always run the film through the processor in the same orientation and
location.
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Find the step which has the density closest to 1.0. This step number is
the speed index. Record the average density and step number on the
film and in Table 2.6.
Go one step above and one step below the step of Speed Index.
Measure and record both densities.
Subtract the density value of the step below, from the density value
of the step above the speed index step. This result is the contrast
index. Record this on the film and in Table 5.5, Film processor
evaluation.
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Date:
Time:
Film type:
Water temp:
Dev temp:
Gross fog:
Speed index:
Contrast
index:
Date:
Time:
Film type:
Water temp:
Dev temp:
Gross fog:
Speed index:
Contrast
index:
Date:
Time:
Film type:
Water temp:
Dev temp:
Gross fog:
Speed index:
Contrast
index:
Table 5.5
5.2.3
Check that the brake has 170 N (38 lbs) of holding force measured at the
cassette holder; if not, open the side covers of the carriage and tighten the
nyloc nuts (3).
If the brake does not release properly, open the nuts (1) and adjust the
space (4) with the screws (2). The space should be about 0.1 to 0.4 mm.
CAUTION!
Make only minor adjustments of the nyloc nuts - measured by the flats of
the nuts.
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5.2.4
The c-arm angle is calibrated with the special program #54 CAn.
Select the special program and enter the program by pressing Autoexp.
The timer display will show CAn. The kV and mAs display indicates to 00.
Turn the c-arm to Cranio-Caudal, 0 position and press Autorel. The 0 is
now programmed.
The kV and mAs display indicates now to 180. If another calibration
angle than 180 is used, change the angle display with the +/- density
buttons. Turn the c-arm to exactly 180 and press the Autorel button.
If the calibration is correct, the mAs display will indicate PAS and the
program menu is entered. If the calibration is not correct, the program is
automatically returned to the beginning and the to 00 is displayed in the
kV and mAs display.
Fig 5.3.
5.2.5
C-arm display
The compression force display can be calibrated with the special program
#55 Cfo.
CAUTION!
Make sure that the c-arm angle display is calibrated before calibrating the
compression force display (Pr #54).
1
The timer display shows Cfo. The kV and mAs display indicates to 50.
Make sure that the compression paddle is attached and that there is 50 N
(5kg) compression.
2
Press Autorel; the 50N level is now programmed. The kV and mAs
display shows now to 200. Make a compression of exactly 200 N
(20kg).
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Fig 5.4.
5.2.6
C-arm display
NOTE!
This calibration has to be made for each cassette holder, magnification,
and bucky.
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Fig 5.5.
5.2.7
C-arm display
NOTE!
The compression force is preadjusted at the factory and does not have to
be measured during the installation.
However, if the compression force needs to be changed, a bathroom
scale should be used. When using a bathroom scale, make sure that the
scale has soft material on top to simulate a more realistic compression.
The electrical compression limit can be adjusted on the C&Z DRIVER
33035-IMG (see additional adjusting instructions in ECS manual 32921IMG).
User (major) adjustment is done by turning the external switch (the cable
coming to connector X5) in the front of the system. Minor adjustment can
be done by adjusting trimpot R33 (clockwise to increase).
CAUTION!
When changing the maximum force, keep the external knob on maximum
position and when changing the minimum force, keep external knob on
minimum position.
Fig 5.6.
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Subparameter
default 0
default 1
default 2
default 3
default 4
default 5
default 6
Meaning
compression limit mode
compression force for force
switch setting 1
compression force for force
switch setting 2
compression force for force
switch setting 3
compression force for force
switch setting 4
compression force for force
switch setting 5
compression force for force
switch setting 6
Manufacturer
default setting
0 = absolute limit
100 (10kg)
120 (12kg)
140 (14kg)
160 (16kg)
180 (18kg)
200 (20kg)
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Fig 5.7.
ECS board
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Mechanical clutch
adjustment
Sliding bar
clearance
adjustment
Fig 5.8.
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5.2.9
Attach cassette tunnel when measuring the LF. The Syncro Bucky
feature interrupts the x-rays for 50ms at grid turnaround points. The
interruption interferes the measurement.
When measuring the SF, no cassette holder should be used. Set the
parameters as shown in the table below and make the exposures.
LF
kV
mAs
kV
mAs
kV
mAs
23
300
28
125
35
63
28
63
35
20
SF
Table 5.6
Record the kV, mAs and time reading after each exposure. The time
reading is to be compared with the Alpha RT control panel time
display.
The maximum tolerance for kV, mAs and exposure time are:
For kV
( 1.5 kV + instrument inaccuracy) =
( 1.5 kV + 1.5 % of reading + 600V)
For mAs
4 mAs for mAs values less than or equal to 40 mAs
10 % for mAs values greater than 40 mAs
For exposure time
( 0.1 second + instrument inaccuracy ) =
( 0.1 second + 0.25 msec + 0.5 % of reading
kV adjustment
kV can be adjusted from R 63 located on the Inverter Board. See
figure 4.10, Inverter board.
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5.2.10
NOTE!
The unit has been adjusted at the factory with 60 Hz main voltage
frequency. If the unit is being installed to 50 Hz mains network, adjust
collimator lamp voltage at 11 V. Adjust and check the light intensity as
described below.
For proper adjustment a lux-meter is recommended.
The collimator lamp intensity is adjusted by R12 and measured at
reference voltage test point TP 8 - TP 9 on the Supply Board.
Measure light intensity at each corner of the cassette holder. Minimum
average of these values should be the amount of LUX (ISLCs) that local
regulations require. Take note of the effect of the examination room
lighting unless it can be totally switched off.
The halogen lamp lifetime increases when lamp voltage is decreased and
vice versa.
Fig 5.9.
5.2.11
Supply board
Go into the service mode by pressing the kV- and density- buttons
simultaneously and holding them until ser is displayed on the timer
display.
Mark the chest wall edge of the film with a ruler placed 20 mm back
from the chest wall edge of the film. (The ruler now shows the actual
chest wall edge).
Make an exposure and develop the film. The exposed area between
the ruler and the chest wall edge of the film must be less than 6 mm
and more than 1 mm in USA, less than 3 mm and more than 0 mm in
Europe.
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Fig 5.10.
Return to the normal mode by briefly pressing the kV- and densitybuttons simultaneously. The timer display shows nor when the buttons
are released.
5.2.12
The x-ray field adjustment must be checked and aligned prior to the light
field alignment. Place a loaded cassette in the holder and position the
corresponding diaphragm.
1
Go into the service mode by pressing the kV- and density- buttons
simultaneously and holding them until ser is displayed on the timer
display.
Place a sheet of white paper on the cassette holder so that the light
field can be seen clearly. Place some coins at the corners of the
illuminated area on the cassette holder. Make an exposure and
develop the film.
The coins outlined on the film should not be more than 5 mm out of the
exposed field and sum of misalignments on opposite sides not more than
10 mm.
Light field correction for 12V 50W bulb
Loosen screws A and move the mirror B until the light field is adjusted. See
Fig. 5.11, Light field alignment.
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Adjust the light field. See Fig. 5.11, Light field alignment.
Fig 5.11.
5.2.13
The grid is aligned and the speed is adjusted at the factory and should
normally not be adjusted at the site. If adjustment and / or alignment is
necessary, however, follow the instructions below.
1
Remove the carbon fiber cover on the bucky. In the small bucky the
grid should be at the bottom of the grid drive block groove and
fastened with four set screws. In the large bucky the grid should be
fastened only with two set screws and aligned by the two rear set
screws.
Check that the grid doesnt touch the side lips of the bucky and that it
is centered. Check also that the grid is aligned parallel to the side lips.
Speed adjustment
The speed adjustment can be performed by entering the special program
#61 bUC.
Attach the bucky and enter the program by pressing Autoexp. Press the
exposure button to run the grid.
The timer display shows the grid turn-around time which cannot be
adjusted. The mAs display shows the adjustable grid travel time from side
to side.
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Check that the fast turn-around times are equal at both ends. If
adjustment is necessary, move the slotted metal sheet travelling
through the optocoupler.
The grid travelling time is adjusted from R5 located on the buckycontrol board. In the CC position travel time of the grid should be 1.6
+/- 0.1 sec. The fast travel time should be 0.17 +/- 0.1 sec.
Make sure that the grid moves well in lateral positions (C-arm in +/90angle) as well.
Fig 5.12.
5.2.14
AEC adjustment
Press Den+ & Den- for 3 sec. to enter program (Pr) mode.
CAUTION!
Store all default values in the tables on the next pages (molybdenum filter)
and (rhodium filter).
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Select default kV (factory default 27 kV) with kV+/- keys and the
internal density correction factor (default value 1.00) with mAs- and
mAs+ keys.
10
11
12
13
Press Autoexp. Select Rhodium filter and repeat the settings (steps 3
to 13).
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Action
Comments
No contrast
with large
breasts.
Results in
lower kV with
large breasts.
No contrast
with small
breasts.
Results in
lower kV with
small breasts.
O.fl errors or
white images.
EAf errors.
Poor connection
between CPU and
AEC boards.
Incorrectly
adjusted AEC offset
voltages.
EAf error at
start up.
white images.
Table 5.7
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Probable
Reason
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Bucky AA
internal
density
corr.
default
auto kV
range
default
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Mo
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
Bucky A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
Bucky A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Mo
(27kV)
(1)
manual
mode
Bucky
Mo
(27kV)
(12mAs)
manual
mode
Cassette
holder
Mo
(27kV)
(12mAs)
manual
mode
Magn.
Mo
(27kV)
(12mAs)
Table 5.8
80
kV
default
mAs
default
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Bucky AA
internal
density
corr.
default
auto kV
range
default
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
C. hold.AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Mag. AA
Rh
(1)
(4kV)
Bucky A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
Bucky A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
Bucky A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
C.holder A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
Mag. A
Rh
(27kV)
(1)
manual
mode
Bucky
Rh
(27kV)
(12mAs)
manual
mode
Cassette
holder
Rh
(27kV)
(12mAs)
manual
mode
Magn.
Rh
(27kV)
(12mAs)
Table 5.9
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default
mAs
default
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CAUTION!
The AEC is adjusted for one filter and one cassette holder, normally for the
molybdenum filter and with the bucky. The right optical densities for the
rest of the cassette holders with molybdenum filter and for all cassette
holders with rhodium filter are done later as described on Density
programming.
5.2.15
Go to the service program #64 AEC and check that the AEC Gain
parameter g is set to 1.00.
Fig 5.13.
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Press Autorel after the exposure and record the three values
displayed in the mAs window one after one. Each value is displayed
for 1 second. The first value represents the integration time (in ms),
the second is AEC frequency (for example 320=32kHz) and the last
value is base frequency (for example 004=40Hz).
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Make exposures (do not develop the film) and adjust the trimmer R17
(CCW to increase frequency) on the AEC board so that the AEC
frequency will be appr. 32kHz (that is the second value in the mAs
window reading about 320).
Fig 5.14.
Also the exposure time is shown in the timer display (for example 315 =
315 ms, 1.54 = 1.54 sec.
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Reload the cassette with a new film and make a new exposure with
the clinical kV (for example 26kV). Develop the film and mark the
optical density of the film (=O.D) to the graph next page.
Alter the AEC Gain parameter g in the service program #64 to 1.10,
reload the cassette with a new film and make a new exposure.
Develop the film and mark the optical density of the film (=O.D) to the
graph next page.
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Draw a line between the two points and read the corresponding
GAIN for the wanted optical density. Notice that the object is to find
the right gain, so the initial gain values do not have to be 1.00 and
0.90. If the correct gain is for example 1.08, more proper gain values
would be 1.00 and 1.10.
Alter the AEC Gain parameter g in the service program #64 to obtain
the desired O.D. Diminishing g will increase the O.D and vice versa.
Make one control exposure with semi-automatic (A) mode the clinical
kV (for example 26kV) Molybdenum filter @40 mmAcr and measure
the O.D. to check the adjustment. Make note of the exposure time for
the thickness compensation in the next section.
CAUTION!
The AEC Gain g parameter will affect all exposures regardless of used
filter or cassette holder.
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Use the clinical kV (for example 26kV) and semi-Auto (A) mode for all
exposures.
Mark the points to the O.D vs. exposure time graph. Draw a line
through the three points. They should form a horizontal line within
0.15 O.D. If they do not, a thickness compensation will be required.
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1
Notice the exposure time,which has the correct O.D. from the
previous O.D vs. exposure time graph.
This value is P
Notice the O.D. for the shorter exposure time (for example the 20
mm Acrylic exposure time) from the above graph. Divide the desired
O.D. with this value.
This value is r1
3
Notice the O.D. for the longer exposure time (for example the 60 mm
Acrylic exposure time) from the graph. Divide the desired O.D. with
this value.
This value is r2
4
Enter the #64 AEC program. Press kV+ until the thickness
compensation parameter c is reached. Press autorel to scroll P in
the kV display.
Enter the exposure time, which has the correct O.D. from the
calculation to P for rotation Point by pressing Den+/-. This is the
exposure time which is not affected by thickness compensation (=the
rotation point).
CAUTION!
Perform the thickness compensation with both filters (Mo/Rh) and all
cassette tunnels (Bucky/cassette holder/magnification tunnel) separately.
DO NOT change the gain parameter anymore. Use the density correction
(in Pr mode) to bring O.D. to same level with other filter/cassette holder
combinations.
Fine tuning of the thickness compensation
NOTE!
Fine tuning is optional and may only have minor effect to compensation.
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Go back to service mode and make two exposures with semiautomatic (A) mode 27kV so that very long exposure time (four times
longer than exposure time for 40 mm Acr = for example 4-5 sec.) and
very short exposure time (3 of exposure time for 40 mm Acr = for
example 250-300 ms) are achieved.
Develop the films and record the optical density of the films (=O.D).
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r1<1
increase S1
decrease S1
r1>1
decrease S1
increase S1
r2<1
decrease S2
increase S2
r2>1
increase S2
decrease S2
S1 and S2 can have values 0, 50, 100, 150...up to 700. The maximum
compensation is 140% or 60% of O.D. in P (rotation Point).
11
Enter the #64 AEC program. Press kV+ until the thickness
compensation parameter c is reached.
12
13
5.2.18
kV compensation
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5.2.19
Density programming
Check that the semiAuto (A) mode is on. Make a test exposure with
the default kV using 40 mm acrylic. Measure the O.D. If the O.D. is not
correct, increase or decrease the density with Den+/- keys. Repeat
until the O.D. is correct.
Mark the density value that produces the right optical density in the
table 2.9 or 2.10 and store the values by programming them in the
program (Pr) mode.
If the film/screen combination and default kV is the same for all channels
a, b and c, the density correction is the same also.
5
NOTE!
In order to enter the Program (Pr) mode, press Density+ and Densitybuttons simultaneously.
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Select the default kV values that the site will use with the bucky,
cassette tunnel and magnification table. Mark the values in the
tables 5.8, Alpha RT settings for Molybdenum filter and 5.9, Alpha RT
settings for Rhodium filter.
Select the nearest film & screen combination from the table 5.8,
Alpha RT settings for Molybdenum filter that the site will use with the
bucky, cassette tunnel and magnification table. Mark the values in
the tables 5.8, Alpha RT settings for Molybdenum filter and 5.9, Alpha
RT settings for Rhodium filter.
Select molybdenum filter and install the bucky. Adjust the AEC
software gain. See section AEC Adjustment and Thickness
compensation adjustment.
Program the reference value for the IQC. See section Pr#64 AEC,
parameters d, h and Operation Instructions section INTEGRATED
QUALITY CONTROL TEST.
Go into (A) mode. Install the magnification kit. Make an exposure with
40mm acrylic using 30 kV or a clinical kV at that thickness. Process
the film and measure the optical density.
if the optical density is too high, select density- until the wanted
optical density is reached.
if the optical density is too low, select density+ until the wanted
optical density is reached.
Mark the new density value in the tables 5.8, Alpha RT settings for
Molybdenum filter and 5.9, Alpha RT settings for Rhodium filter.
Repeat this test with the cassette tunnel.
6
Select rhodium filter and repeat the previous test for the bucky,
cassette holder and magnification tunnel.
Select program #62 INF and press Autoexp to print the programmed
values.
6.1
See appendix.
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Alpha RT
Installation Instructions, English
32551-IMG rev 6
12/2010