Epson Digital Imaging System EPIX manual

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Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 1 INTRODUCTION EPIX Digital Imaging System by LOGOS IMAGING Congratulations on your purchase of the EPIX Digital Imaging Sy stem. The EPIX Digital Imaging System is a revolutionary new product designed to replace traditional x - ray film and film processors. TECHNICAL SUPPORT For technical support, call you Lo[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Section 1: Use .............................................................................................................................. 3 Section 2: Safety Requirements ................................................................................................. 4 2.1. IMPORTANT I[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 3 SECTION 1: USE The EPIX Digital Imaging System is intended for use as a general radiography system using x - ray recording media (phosphor imaging plates) for radiographic analys is providing interactive CRT retrieval, viewing and processing of stored computed radiographic images. The system includes reusabl[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 4 SECTION 2: SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 2 .1. IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is important that all personnel who will operate the EPIX Digital Imaging System read and understand this manual before operating the device. All personnel should follow all warnings and precautions as outlined in Section 2 .2, for their safety an[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 5 C AUTION STATEMENTS Completely erase the imaging plates. Before reusing an imaging plate, lay it blue or white surface up facing a bright light source for two (2) minutes as described in Section 5 .2. Mount the imaging plates under low light conditions. Mount the imaging plates to the carousel under low ligh[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 6 SECTION 3 : PRE - INSTALLATION INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 3 .1. PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL The instructions contained in this manual should be carefully followed for safe, trouble - free and effective equipment use. This manual provides the essential information necessary fo r the installation, operation and[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 7 3 .3. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION The EPIX Digital Ima ging Systems consist of the following components: Quantity Description 1 EPIX SCANNER laser scanner 1 Carousel, 8 x 10 in and/or 8 x 17 in, depending on configuration 2 Imaging Plates, 8 x 10 in and/or 8 x 17 in, depending on configuration 2 8x10 in s creen hol[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 8 EPIX SCANNER LASER SCANNER Figure 3 - 1 Scanner Front View • Carousel well and lid. The carousel, with imaging plates attached, is inserted into the carousel well for scanning. The carousel lid must be in the closed p osition prior to scanning. The scanner will not operate with the lid open. ‚ LED indica[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 9 Figure 3 - 4 8 x 17 in. and 8 x 10 in. IMAGING PLATES 8 x 17 in 8 x 10 • Plastic mounting strips used to hold imaging plate onto the carousel ‚ Active imaging area, white color Figure 3 - 5 CAROUSELS 8 x 10 8 x 17 • Top of the carousel ‚ Imaging plate retaining de vice Front (White) Rear (Black)[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 10 3 .4. COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS * Minimum Computer Requirements Recommended CPU Speed 1.0 GHz or higher Operating system Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating systems RAM 256 MB Hard Drive 6 G B CD ROM Drive 4X 24X USB port R equired Display 24 - bit display (minimum 800x600 resolution) Backup Device Highly rec[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 11 SECTIO N 4 : INSTALLATION 4 .1. SITE SELECTION The EPIX SCANNER can be located almost anywhere the operating conditions are met. The site you pick should have: œ Subdued lighting conditions. You should have the ability to turn down/off the lights and block sunlight with blinds. The area to be used for moun[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 12 4 .2. UNPACKING THE UNIT The EPIX Digital Imaging System i s shipped in two box es . Completely unpack the box es and save them in a safe, dry location. You may need to repack the unit for shipping if you ever encounter a maintenance outage, or relocate your office. Inventory the contents of the box and ens[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 13 4 .3. LOADING THE EPIX DRIVER SOFTWARE Do not plug in or turn on the EPIX scanner before installing the Logos Imaging software. The EPIX system driver s are loaded automatically during Logos Software installation. WARN IN G : THE EPIX SYSTEM MUST NOT BE INSTALLED ON THE NETWORK SERVER 4 .4. HARDWARE SETUP A[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 14 SECTION 5 : SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5 .1. PREPARING YOUR CURRENT X - RAY EQUIPMENT The EPIX Digital Imaging System produces x - ray images of high quality and low noise. More details on how this technology works can be found in appendix A. Almost any x - ray unit can be used with the EPIX system. Ther[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 15 5.3 . TAKING AN X - RAY Fig. 5 - 1 Ensure the computer, monitor and EPIX SCANNER are switched on and properly connected. Th e green LED indicates that the system is ready to scan Fig. 5 - 2 Launch your imaging software. Refer to your Imaging Software User Manual for details Fig. 5 - 3 Place the erased 8 x 1[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 16 5.4 . SCANNING THE IMAGING PLATE Fig. 5 - 7 Once the sc anner has been loaded, click on the EPIX Image button on the Logos Imaging Image Library toolbar. The software will automatically sense whether an 8 x 10 or 8 x 17 carousel is loaded. Fig. 5 - 8 When the scan is complete, the image thumbnail will appea[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 17 SECTION 6 : SOFTWARE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Logos Imaging software can capture digital x - ray images from the EPIX systems. Please refer to the Logos Imaging s oftware user’s manual or online help file for detailed instructions.[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 18 SECTION 7: MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES The EPIX Digital Imaging System is designed for many years of trouble - free operation. It is manufactured from the highest quality components to ensure excellent performance. Maintenance that can be perf ormed by the operator is minimal. 7 .1. CLEANING THE SYSTEM Cleaning [...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 19 7 .2. OPERATOR MAINTENANCE S canner Maintenance The only operator serviceable part of the EPIX SCANNER is the fuse. If you experience any other maintenance problem, contact your local Logos Imaging dealer. Follow these directions to change the fuse. Fig. 7 - 2 Turn the EPIX SCANNER off as per Section 5.5. U[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 20 7. 3. TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION No power No green light Scanner not plugged in Check power cord at outlet and at the connection on the back of the scanner. Turn on the scanner and then turn on the computer and monitor. Blown fuse See Section 7.2 Main power switch or power supp[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 21 TROUBLE PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Image is too dark Imaging plate has been overexposed Adjust brightness with software. If this is not possible, retake image at l ower exposure. See exposure guidelines Section 5.1 . Image contains ghost images or shadows. Imaging plate was not completely erased. Incr[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 22 7.4 . DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS AND INOPERARTIVE PARTS Disposal regulations vary from country to country. Therefore, it is difficult to give specifi c instructions on the disposal of EPIX SCANNER waste materials and inoperative parts. In general, we believe the following guidelines to be true. Material It[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 23 SECTION 8: STORAGE AND SHIPMENT 8 .1. STORAGE The EPI X Digital Imaging System has been designed for long - term operation in a normal office environment. The system must be protected from adverse conditions such as excessive moisture, cold or heat. If the system is to be stored for a long period of time, p[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 24 SECTION 9 : TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9.1. SPECIFICATIONS EPIX Scanner Height 3 9 .4 cm 15.5 in Width 49.3 cm 19.4 in Depth 27.4 cm 10.8 in Weight (empty) 15 kg 32 lbs Interface Cables USB cables Voltage 100 - 240 V AC Freque ncy 50/60 Hz Power 100 watts max. Laser Classification Compliance per DHHS Radiatio[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 25 SECTION 10: WARRANTY STATEMENT EPIX Scanner The scanner and carousels are warranted against defects arising from faulty materials or workmanship for one (1) year from date of purchase. Parts will be repaired or replaced at our option. The EPIX Scanner and Carousels must be installed and operated in accordan[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 26 Appendix A: Storage Phosphor Technology The EPIX SCANNER Digital Imaging System produces high quality x - ray images at very low doses. The imaging plates in the EPIX SCANNER system are much more efficient at capturing x - ray energy than x - ray film. How Storage Phosphor Imaging Plates Work Each EPIX SCAN[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 27 Appendix B: Lighting Conditions for Handling or Erasing Imaging Plates Without light, storage phosphor imaging would not work. The red light from the laser scanner excites the exposed imaging plates, causing them to emit blue l ight. After your computer interprets the blue light and changes it into a digita[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 28 Recommendations on Lighting Conditions for Erasing Imaging Plates In order to completely erase imaging plates, 99.5 % of the image information must be removed. Scanning only removes part of the information. To completely erase imaging plates, follow the guidelines given below. It is important that you measu[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 29 Appendix C: Optional Printer Because the EPIX SCANNER system can be interfaced with different applications software, and printer technology is constantly evolving, we can only suggest a list of suitable technical requirements for printers. œ To interface with the PC, the printer must have a digital input a[...]

Logos Imaging EPIX Scanner User Manual 4 Appendix D: Warranty Registration It is important that you register your new EPIX SCANNER Digital Imaging System with Logos Imaging, so that we will be able to inform you directly of any changes or upgrades to the sy stem. As with any software product, there will be continuous improvements to imaging softwar[...]