DR 400

DR 400
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User Manual
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2 | DR 400 | Contents
Contents
Legal Notice ..........................................................................5
Introduction .......................................................................... 6
Introduction to this Manual ....................................... 7
Scope of this Manual ......................................8
Warnings, Cautions, Instructions and Notes ....
9
Disclaimer ................................................... 10
Introduction to DR 400 ............................................ 10
Intended Use ............................................... 11
Intended User .............................................. 12
Configuration .............................................. 13
Equipment Classification ............................. 16
Options and Accessories ...............................17
Operation Controls ...................................... 18
System Documentation ................................27
Training .......................................................28
Product Complaints ..................................... 29
Compatibility ...............................................30
Compliance ................................................. 31
Connectivity ................................................ 33
Installation .................................................. 34
Radiation Protection .................................... 35
Labels .......................................................... 40
Cleaning and Disinfecting ............................ 46
Patient data security .................................... 49
Maintenance ................................................50
Environmental protection ............................ 53
Safety Directions ..........................................54
Getting started .....................................................................58
Starting the System ..................................................59
Basic workflow using the DR Detector ......................60
Step 1: retrieve the patient info ....................61
Step 2: select the exposure ...........................62
Step 3: prepare the exposure ........................63
Step 4: check the exposure settings .............. 64
Step 5: execute the exposure ........................65
Step 6: perform a quality control ..................66
Basic workflow using a CR cassette .......................... 67
Step 1: retrieve the patient info ....................68
Step 2: select the exposure ...........................69
Step 3: prepare the exposure ........................70
Step 4: check the exposure settings .............. 71
Step 5: execute the exposure ........................72
Step 6: repeat steps 2 to 5 for the next
subexposures ............................................... 73
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Step 7: digitize the image .............................74

Step 8: perform a quality control ..................75
X-Ray System Positioning ........................................ 76
RAD Table Exposures ...................................77
Oblique Exposures ....................................... 78
Lateral Exposures ........................................ 79
RAD Wall Stand Exposures .......................... 80
Guidelines for Pediatric Applications ....................... 81
Stopping the System ................................................ 83
Operation ............................................................................ 84
Tube head display ....................................................85
RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand ............................ 86
Positioning the X-Ray Tube Stand ................ 88
Positioning the RAD Table ........................... 91
Positioning the Bucky .................................. 93
RAD Table Accessories ................................. 94
RAD Wall Stand ....................................................... 96
Positioning the RAD Wall Stand ................... 98
RAD Wall Stand Accessories .......................101
Bucky .................................................................... 104
Bucky configuration ...................................106
Rotating the bucky .....................................109
Loading of the bucky in the RAD Table .......110
Loading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand ....
111
Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Table ... 112
Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand .
113
Centering and collimating ..........................114
Orientation of DX-D 10C, DX-D 10G in the bucky
........................................................................116
Grids ......................................................................118
Grid focal distance color indication ............ 119
Grid detection ............................................120
Storage box for DR Detector and grids ................... 121
Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) ........................122
Manual Collimator .................................................123
Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) .................123
Automatic Collimator ............................................ 125
Semi-automatic collimation mode ............. 127
Manual collimation mode .......................... 128
Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) .................129
Effect of SID on patient dose .................................. 130
X-Ray Generator Console ....................................... 131
Starting and stopping the generator ...........132
X-ray tube start-up modes .......................... 133
X-ray generator messages and warning signals .
134
Exposure parameters ................................. 139
Problem solving .................................................................142
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System messages ................................................... 143

Restoring connection between generator and NX after
generator failure ....................................................145
Automatic collimation always too wide or too narrow ..
146
Empty Bucky Failure, Double Exposure Failure ...... 147
NX does not connect to the generator due to ID tablet ..
148
No table movement ................................................149
DR Detector is Exceeding the Maximum Working
Temperature ..........................................................150
DR Detector must be Recalibrated ..........................151
Technical Data ...................................................................152
DR 400 Technical Data .......................................... 153
Environmental conditions ..........................154
Generator Technical Data ...................................... 155
RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data .. 157
Movement ranges ...................................... 158
RAD Wall Stand Technical Data ............................. 160
X-Ray Tube Technical Data .................................... 162
Bucky Unit Technical Data ..................................... 164
Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data ....
166
Ralco R221 Collimator Technical Data ...................167
Ralco R225 ACS Collimator Technical Data ........... 168
Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) Technical Data .....169
DX-D Fixed DR Detector Technical Data .................170
Portable DR Detector Technical Data ..................... 172
NX Workstation Technical Data ............................. 173
DR Generator Sync Box Technical Data ..................174
Remarks for HF-emission and immunity ............................ 175
Remarks for HF-emission and immunity ................ 176
Essential performance ........................................... 182
Cables, transducers and accessories ....................... 183
For type 5520/200 only ............................. 185
Optional .................................................... 185
Stray Radiation ..................................................................186
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Legal Notice
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For more information on Agfa products and Agfa HealthCare products, please
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Agfa HealthCare N.V. makes no warranties or representation, expressed or
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Published by Agfa HealthCare N.V.
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No part of this document may be reproduced, copied, adapted or transmitted

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HealthCare N.V.
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6 | DR 400 | Introduction
Introduction
Topics:
• Introduction to this Manual

• Introduction to DR 400
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Introduction to this Manual

Topics:
• Scope of this Manual

• Warnings, Cautions, Instructions and Notes
• Disclaimer
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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.
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Warnings, Cautions, Instructions and Notes

The following samples show how warnings, cautions, instructions and notes
appear in this document. The text explains their intended use.
Warning: Warnings are directions which, if they are not
followed, can cause fatal or serious injuries to a user,
engineer, patient or any other person or can lead to a
mistreatment.
Caution: Cautions are directions which, if they are not followed,

can cause damage to the equipment described in this manual or
any other equipment or goods and can cause environmental
pollution.
Instruction: This sign is typically used in combination with the

warning sign when providing a specific instruction. If it is followed
exactly, it should avoid the subject of the warning.
Note: Notes provide advice and highlight unusual points. A note is

not intended as an instruction.
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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. To improve
reliability, function or design Agfa reserves the right to change the product
without further notice. This manual is provided without warranty of any kind,
implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
Caution: In the United States, Federal law restricts this device to
sale by or on the order of a physician.
Introduction to DR 400
Topics:
• Intended Use
• Intended User
• Configuration
• Equipment Classification
• Options and Accessories
• Operation Controls
• System Documentation
• Training
• Product Complaints
• Compatibility
• Compliance
• Connectivity
• Installation
• Radiation Protection
• Labels
• Cleaning and Disinfecting
• Patient data security
• Maintenance
• Environmental protection
• Safety Directions
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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 static X-ray radiographic images of
the skeleton (including skull, spinal column and extremities), chest,
abdomen and other body parts on adult or pediatric patients.
• Applications can be performed with the patient in the sitting, standing or
lying position.
• This device is not intended for mammography applications.
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Intended User
This manual has been written for trained users of Agfa products and trained
diagnostic X–Ray clinical personnel who have received proper training.
Users are those persons who actually handle the equipment and those who
have authority over the equipment.
Before attempting to work with this equipment, the user must read,
understand, note and strictly observe all warnings, cautions and safety
markings on the equipment.
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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:
• RAD Table with an integrated DX-D Fixed DR Detector or with a bucky. In
the bucky a DR Detector or a CR cassette can be inserted.
• RAD Wall Stand with an integrated DX-D Fixed DR Detector or with a
bucky. In the bucky a DR Detector or a CR cassette can be inserted.
• X-ray tube stand mounted on the RAD Table
• X-ray generator integrated in the RAD Table
• X-ray generator console
• X-ray tube with manual or automatic collimator
• NX image processing software on the NX workstation
• DR Generator Sync Box (depending on the configuration)
• Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)
• Dose Area Product Meter (DAP, optional)
Depending on the configuration the following components are also available:
• Portable DR Detector
DR 400 can be used in combination with:
• DX-G
• DX-M
• CR 30-X (5175/2XX)
• CR 30-Xm
• CR 10-X
• CR 12-X
• CR 15-X
DR 400 has three main configurations:
1. DR configuration with X-ray exposure parameter control on the NX
workstation.
2. CR configuration with X-ray exposure parameter control on the NX
workstation.
3. Mixed DR and CR configuration with X-ray exposure parameter control on
the NX workstation.
X-ray parameters are controlled using the Software Console on the NX
workstation.
The Software Console is available on the NX workstation, to synchronize the
X-ray exposure parameters between the NX application and the generator.
Other configurable features include:
• Tube head display with controls for X-ray exposure parameters
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• Position tracking for keeping constand SID on table and wall stand
• Bucky with automatic cassette size sensing (ACSS) and automatic
collimator
1 2 3 4 5 6
1. NX workstation
2. X-ray tube stand mounted on RAD Table
3. X-ray tube with collimator and tube head display
4. Portable DR Detector
5. RAD Table with integrated generator
6. RAD Wall Stand
Figure 1: DR 400 configuration for DR
Topics:
• Applied Parts
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. This system includes the following Applied Parts:
Topics:
• RAD Table
• RAD Wall Stand
• DR Detector
RAD Table
• Table top of the RAD Table
• Patient hand grips (optional)
• Lateral cassette holder (optional)
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• Mattress (optional)
• Compression belt (optional)
RAD Wall Stand
• Front panel of the RAD Wall Stand
• Overhead arm support (optional)
• Patient hand grips (optional)
DR Detector
• DR Detector
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Equipment Classification
Per EN/IEC 60601-1:2005, EN/IEC 60601-2-54:2009, this device is classified
as following:
Table 1: 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.
Type B equipment A Type B piece of equipment is one that provides a

particular degree of protection against electric
shock particularly regarding allowable leakage
current and reliability of the protective earth
protection.
Water ingress IP10

This device does not have protection against
ingress of water.
Cleaning See section on cleaning and disinfecting.
Disinfection See section on cleaning and disinfecting.
Flammable anesthetics This device is not suitable for use in the presence of
a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, or in
presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with
oxygen or nitrous oxide.
Operation Continuous operation.
Related Links
Cleaning and Disinfecting on page 46
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Options and Accessories

The system is delivered with a set of labels. When using multiple DR
Detectors, on the labels a nickname 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.
For information on options and accessories of the DR Detector, refer to the
user manual of the DR Detector.
Related Links
RAD Table Accessories on page 94
RAD Wall Stand Accessories on page 101
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Operation Controls
Topics:
• RAD Table
• RAD Wall Stand
• Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand
• NX Application on the NX Workstation
• Software Console
• DR Detector Switch
• X-ray generator mini console
• Manual collimator
• Automatic collimator
• DR Detector
• Emergency stop button
• Emergency shutdown power switch
RAD Table
The RAD Table is used for positioning of the patient lying or sitting over the
detector or the cassette in the bucky for exposure.
The RAD Table supports the patient and the detector or the cassette for free
exposure.
Figure 2: RAD Table
Related Links
RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand
RAD Wall Stand

The RAD Wall Stand is used for positioning of patients standing upright or
sitting towards the bucky for exposure.
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Figure 3: RAD Wall Stand with vertical bucky
Related Links
RAD Wall Stand on page 96
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
Related Links
RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand on page 86
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Tube head display

The tube head display can be used to control X-ray exposure parameters. It
displays the system status.
Last name, first name
*June 10, 1960, 08154711032,
Chest PA
Detector table 0.1 mm Cu

1 mm Al
113 cm 35°
114 kV +2
Figure 6: Example of the tube head display
Related Links
Tube head display on page 85
NX Application on the NX Workstation

The NX application is used to define patient information, select exposures and
process images.
Figure 7: the NX application
Software Console
The Software Console is available to support X-ray exposure 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.
The Software Console contains the DR Detector Switch.
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Figure 8: Software Console
DR Detector Switch
The DR Detector Switch is available in the device status frame of the Software
Console.
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.
Figure 9: DR Detector Switch
DR Detector Status
Battery status icon
Meaning Full Medium Low Empty
Connection status icon (wifi/

wired)
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Meaning Good Low Bad Wired DR Detector
DR detector
status icon ?
(blinking)
Meaning Ready Initializing Error Sleep One DR detector

exposure must be selected
X-ray generator mini console

The X-ray generator mini console is available in the operator room.
1 2 3
7
5
4 6 8
1. Power ON button
2. Power ON indicator
3. Power OFF button
4. Press and hold to prepare for exposure
5. Prepare ready indicator
6. Press and hold to start the exposure
7. Radiation indicator
8. Exposure button
Figure 10: X-ray generator mini console
Exposure button
Preparing for exposure

Press the exposure button down to the first pressure point and hold it for
approximately 0.5 s to 2 s.
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The X-ray tube is prepared for performing an exposure.
Starting the exposure

Before starting the exposure:
1. Check if the exposure settings displayed on the console are suitable for the
exposure.
2. Check the Ready for Exposure status.
Press the exposure button down fully and keep it pressed until the exposure
has ended.
The radiation indicator on the control console lights up and a signal sounds to
indicate the exposure.
Note: Letting the exposure button go ends the exposure
immediately and the exposure can be underexposed.
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.
Figure 11: Collimator
Related Links
Ralco R221 Collimator Technical Data on page 167
Automatic collimator
The collimator sets the exposure field and displays it by means of a light field.
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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.
Figure 12: Collimator
Related Links
Automatic Collimator on page 125
Automatic Cassette Size Sensing on page 114
Ralco R225 ACS Collimator Technical Data on page 168
DR Detector
When performing an exposure, keep in mind the following detector
orientation aids:
1. Tube side
2. Patient orientation marker
For an overview of the operation controls of the DR Detector, refer to the user
manual of the DR Detector.
The DR Detector may come in contact with the patient.
Note: DR Detectors that operate wireless contain an RF
transmitter. For detailed information, refer to the DR Detector
User Manual.
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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 RAD Table. All motor driven movements will be stopped.
Motor driven movements:
• RAD Table
• RAD Wall Stand
• X-ray tube stand
To allow motorized movements again, turn the cap of the emergency switch in
clockwise direction (default position).
Warning: The emergency stop button does not switch off the
voltage in the X-ray system.
Emergency shutdown power switch

Use the emergency shutdown power switch, if a dangerous situation cannot
be eliminated by pressing the emergency stop button.
Warning: Use the emergency shutdown power switch in
case of danger to patients, operators, third parties, or one of
the units. The entire system will be shut down and the
power supply will be disconnected.
The emergency shutdown power switch for the room is typically located on
the wall and easy to access, often close to the power off switch of the X-ray
system. It is installed and labeled by customer.
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Warning: It must be ensured that the emergency switches

are always freely accessible.
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System Documentation
The DR 400 user documentation consists of
• DR 400 User Documentation CD (digital media)
• NX User Documentation CD (digital media)
The DR 400 User Documentation CD contains:
• DR 400 User Manual (this document)
• DX-D Software Console, DR Tube Head Display User Manual, document
0389
• User manuals for the supported DR Detectors
• 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
• Collimator Datasheet
• AEC Datasheet
• X-ray Generator User Manual
• Test Report for IEC60601-1-3
• Test Report for DIN6868-150
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Training
The user must have received adequate training on the safe and effective use of
the system before attempting to work with it. Training requirements may vary
from country to country. The user must make sure that training is received in
accordance with local laws or regulations that have the force of law. Your
local Agfa or dealer representative can provide further information on
training.
The user must note the following information in the system documentation:
• Intended Use.
• Intended User.
• Safety Directions.
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Product Complaints
Any health care professional (for example a customer or a user) who has any
complaints or has experienced any dissatisfaction with the quality, durability,
reliability, safety, effectiveness, or performance of this product must notify
Agfa.
If the device malfunctions and may have caused or contributed to a serious
injury, Agfa must be notified immediately by telephone, fax or written
correspondence to the following 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
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Compatibility
The system must only be used in combination with other equipment or
components if these are expressly 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. Such changes must comply with best engineering
practice and all applicable laws and regulations that have the force of law
within the jurisdiction of the hospital.
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Compliance
The system is compliant with specific directives and standards.
Topics:
• General
• Safety
• Electromagnetic Compatibility
• X-Ray Safety
• X-Ray Accuracy
• Environmental Compliance
• Biocompatibility
General
• The product has been designed in accordance with the MEDDEV
Guidelines relating to the application of Medical Devices and have been
tested as part of the conformity assessment procedures required by
93/42/EEC Medical Device Directive (European Council Directive
93/42/EEC on Medical Devices).
• ISO 13485:2003 + Cor. 1:2009
• ISO 14971:2009
Safety
• IEC 60601-1: 2005
• IEC 60601-1-6:2006, EN 60601-1-6:2007
• CSA C22.2 60601-1:2008
• AAMI ES 60601-1:2005
Electromagnetic Compatibility
• IEC 60601-1-2:2007, EN 60601-1-2:2007
Topics:
• For USA
• For Canada
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. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the installation manual, may cause harmful
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interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a

residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. If required,
contact your local service organization.
For Canada
This class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
X-Ray Safety
• IEC 60601-1-3:2008
• IEC 60601-2-54:2009
• IEC 60601-2-28:2010
For USA
The system conforms to DHHS radiation Standards of 21CFR subchapter J as
of the date of manufacture.
X-Ray Accuracy
The system fulfills the X-ray radiation accuracy according EN IEC 60601-2-54
with a variation of max. 0.05 (5%).
Environmental Compliance
• European Council Directive 1907/2006 (REACH)
• European Council Directive 2011/65/EU (RoHS 2)
• European Council Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE)
Biocompatibility
• EN ISO 10993-1:2009
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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 following protocols:
• DICOM
• IHE
The NX workstation can be connected to a RIS system (input scheduling), a
PACS system (output image/data management) and to a hardcopy device
(output image).
Note: The connections between the components of the system are
separate from the hospital network and should not be disconnected
or modified.
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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. The nicknames must be configured on the NX Workstation. The
DR Detector Switch shows which DR Detector is active and shows its status, by
means of the nickname of 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.
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.
Related Links
Cables, transducers and accessories
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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. Therefore the X-ray operator should avoid exposure by X-ray
radiation at all times.
Objects in the path of the X-ray beam may produce scattered radiation. The
intensity depends on the energy and intensity of the X-ray exposure and the
material of the object. Protective measures have to be taken to prevent
exposure through scattered radiation.
Protective measures include:
• structural configuration of the X-ray room (e.g. lead shielded rooms)
• radiation protection for the operators (e.g. personal radiation dosimeters,
lead aprons, keep maximum distance from X-ray source, regular training,
etc.)
• protection of patients against unnecessary radiation (e.g. limitation of X-
ray field by collimation, lead shielding, lead aprons, etc.)
Topics:
• Monitoring of Personnel
• Protected area and significant zones of occupancy
Monitoring of Personnel
The monitoring checks the amount of X-ray radiation the personnel has been
exposed to. It determines safety of the operators and it helps checking if safety
measures of the X-ray environment are adequate. Inadequate or improper
protection can lead to serious damage to the health.
To measure radiation, personal radiation dosimeters are typically used. They
are worn on the body at all times during working in an environment where X-
ray radiation is applied. They provide an indication for the amount of
radiation the operator was exposed to.
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:
• selection of mode of operation
• selection of exposure settings (X-ray loading factors)
• actuation of the exposure button
• other necessary controls for the operator during exposure
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1. X-ray room
2. Patient environment
3. Workstation
4. Operator room: protected area
Figure 14: Protected area and significant zones of occupancy
Warning: The radiation protection has to be applied to the

patient.
If operator or staff needs to be close to the patient during normal use (e.g.
some pediatric examinations or types of examinations for which the patient
requires assistance), the significant zone of occupancy applies for operator
and staff.
Warning: The radiation protection has to be applied to the
patient and to the operator.
Related Links
Radiation Protection on page 35
Topics:
• Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Table

• Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Wall Stand
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Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Table

1
2
SID 100 cm
3 S
4 2
50 cm
S4 6
S3
2
1
7
S5 8
1. X-ray tube
2. Focal spot label [—]
3. Significant zone of occupancy.
Minimum area 60x60 cm.
Minimum height above the floor 200 cm.
4. Dose meter
5. DR Detector or cassette
6. Significant zone of occupancy at the left side of the RAD Table
7. Significant zone of occupancy in front of the RAD Table
8. Significant zone of occupancy at the right side of the RAD Table
Figure 15: Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Table
Related Links
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Stray Radiation on page 186
Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Wall Stand
1
2
3 S 140 cm
4 2
5
50 cm 6
7
S1 Phantom S2
8
9
SID115 cm
2
1
1. X-ray tube
2. Focal spot label [—]
3. Significant zone of occupancy.
Minimum area 60x60 cm.
Minimum height above the floor 200 cm.
4. Dose meter
5. Protective device
6. Wall
7. DR Detector or cassette
8. Significant zone of occupancy at the right side of the RAD Table
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9. Significant zone of occupancy at the left side of the RAD Table

Figure 16: Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Wall Stand
Warning: The radiation protection has to be applied for the

patient and for the operator.
Related Links
Stray Radiation on page 186
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Labels
Mark Meaning
This mark shows compliance of the equipment with Directive

93/42/EEC (for European Union).
This mark indicates that this is a Type B Equipment
Serial number
Manufacturer
Date of manufacture
Label Meaning
Dangerous voltage
Ionizing radiation
Gaseous disinfectant.
If a disinfectant is used that can form an explosive gaseous
mixture, they must have evaporated and the system must be
aerated before it is switched on again.
Pinch Points.
Risk of stumbling.
Further labels are listed and explained in the relevant modules of the System
Documentation.
Topics:
• Warning labels on the RAD Table
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• Warning labels on the RAD Wall Stand

• Type label
• DR Detector identification label
• Additional Labeling of the RAD Table
• Additional Labeling of the RAD Wall Stand
• Labeling of the bucky
• Labeling of the DR Generator Sync Box
Warning labels on the RAD Table
Figure 17: Warning labels on the RAD Table
Warning labels on the RAD Wall Stand
Figure 18: Warning labels on the RAD Wall Stand
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Type label
Mark Meaning
Type label positioned on the

lower left hand side of the X-ray
tube stand.
The type label information for
each combination of X-ray tube
and X-ray generator is available
in the technical data.
(Sample of subtype 5520/100)

Note: The CE sign and
safety signs are only
valid at time of product
release.
This mark indicates that this is a

Type B Equipment
The 21 CFR Subchapter J label is

positioned close to the type label.
Related Links
DR 400 Technical Data on page 153
DR Detector identification label

Label Meaning
1 Writable label to identify and dedicate a DR Detector to an X-

ray system bucky.
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Additional Labeling of the RAD Table
Type label on the lower left hand side of the

X-ray tube stand.
The type label information for each
5521/210
combination of X-ray tube and X-ray
generator is available in the technical data.
(sample of subtype 5521/210)
(sample of subtype 5521/410)
This mark indicates that this is a Type B

Equipment
The RAD table is designed for a maximum

patient load of 320 kg.
Related Links
RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data on page 157
Additional Labeling of the RAD Wall Stand
Type label on the lower right hand side of the

RAD Wall Stand stand
The type label information for each
combination of X-ray tube and X-ray
generator is available in the technical data.
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(Sample of subtype
5522/100)
This mark indicates that this is a Type B

Equipment
Functional earth
The bucky can be tilted to horizontal

position. Do not use the bucky as a seat.
A pinch point label is located on top of the

tilting extension.
Related Links
RAD Wall Stand Technical Data on page 160
Labeling of the bucky
The type label is located on the rear cover

of the bucky or on the bucky drawer below
the rotating platform.
The type label information for each bucky
model is available in the technical data.
(Sample of subtype 5523/100)
Class II equipment.
Pinch Points.
The label is positioned on the lateral cover
of the bucky or on the rotating platform.
10kg
Maximum load capacity is 10 kg on the
bucky drawer when it is pulled out. Do not
lean or sit on the bucky.
Read the instructions in the user manual.

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Compliance with China RoHS SJ/

T11364-2006. Indication of the
Environment Friendly Use Period (EFUP)
as the period (years) during which the
hazardous substances do not leak or mutate
under normal use.
The label is located on the rear cover of the
bucky or on the bucky drawer below the
rotating platform.
Related Links
Bucky Unit Technical Data on page 164
Labeling of the DR Generator Sync Box
The type label is located on the DR Generator

Sync Box
Functional earth
Medical equipotential
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Cleaning and Disinfecting

All appropriate policies and procedures should be followed to avoid
contamination of the staff, patients and equipment. All existing universal
precautions should be extended to avoid potential contaminations and to
avoid patients coming into (close) contact with the device. The user is
responsible for selecting a disinfection procedure.
Topics:
• Cleaning
• Disinfecting
• Disinfecting safety directions
• Approved disinfectants
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 power of the system. Never use
anhydrous or high solvency alcohols, benzine, thinner or
any other flammable cleaning agent. Otherwise, it may
result in fire or electric shock.
2. Wipe the exterior of the system with a cloth slightly moistened with a
neutral detergent.
Caution: Make sure no liquid gets in the device.
Caution: Clean the equipment with only a little moisture. Do

not spray disinfectants or detergents directly on the
equipment. Do not pour liquid directly on the equipment.
Caution: Do not use solvents such as anhydrous or high

solvency alcohols, thinner or benzine. Do not use any
corrosive, dissolving or abrasive cleaning or polishing
detergents. Doing so may damage the surface of the
equipment. Using unsuitable cleaning agents or methods can
damage the property when surface becomes dull and brittle.
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Note: Do not open the equipment for cleaning. No

components inside the device require cleaning by the user.
3. Start up the system.

Cleaning the tube head display during operation
To clean the tube head displayed during operation
1. Press the tools button
Figure 19: Tools button

2. Press the cleaning button
Figure 20: Cleaning button
A black screen hides the screen and shows a number counting down.
3. Clean the display.
The operation is not affected.
4. The display can be used again after the countdown has finished.
Disinfecting
To disinfect the device, use only disinfectants and disinfection methods that
are approved by 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.
Perform the procedure following the instructions for use, the disposal
instructions and the safety instructions of the selected disinfectants and tools
and of the hospital.
Disinfecting safety directions

Warning: Using a disinfectant that can form an explosive or
flammable gas mixtures is hazard to life and health because
of explosion risk. Switch the equipment off before
disinfecting. Allow the gas mixture to evaporate before
switching the x-ray system back on.
To disinfect the device:
• Do not use any corrosive, soluble or gaseous disinfectants.
• Use of spray disinfection can cause malfunctions due to ingress of the
disinfectant into the equipment. Disinfect all parts of the unit, including
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the accessories and connection cables by just wiping them. Switch off the
system and cover the cooled system carefully before performing a room
disinfection using nebuliser.
• Using unsuitable disinfectants can cause discoloration and damage of the
surface of the equipment.
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.
http://www.agfahealthcare.com/global/en/main/products_services/
product-info/technology/disinfectants_dx_d_systems.jsp
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Patient data security

The user must ensure that the patients’ legal requirements are met and that
the security of the patient data is guarded.
The user must define who can access patient data in which situations.
The user must have a strategy available on what to do with patient data in
case of a disaster.
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Maintenance
Always consult the Agfa Service documentation and an AGFA trained and
authorized Service engineer for complete maintenance schedules.
Topics:
• Maintenance
• Maintenance of the RAD Table, RAD Wall Stand and X-Ray Tube Stand
Maintenance
Always consult the Agfa Service documentation and an Agfa trained and
authorized Service engineer for complete maintenance schedules.
Maintenance of the DR Detector

The DR Detector requires regular calibration. Calibration instructions are
described in the DX-D DR Detector Calibration Key User Manual (doc 0134).
Maintenance of the RAD Table, RAD Wall Stand and X-Ray Tube
Stand
The X-ray unit and all components require regular maintenance to ensure the
equipment is safe and reliable for operation.
Warning: Operation in unsafe condition includes the risk of
radiological exposure and injury of the patient and/or the
operator. The customer is responsible to ensure the fault-
free condition of the equipment.
Warning: Improper, irregular or lack of maintenance of the

equipment can lead to injuries to persons (e.g. by radiation
hazard) and property damage as a result of malfunctions
and defects of the equipment.
Warning: Wear of equipment due to excessively long

intervals between service may lead to personal injury and
property damage due to worn and unsafe parts.
Warning: Incorrect or defective spare parts may adversely

affect the safety of the system and lead to damages,
malfunctions or total failure. Use only original spare parts
provided by the manufacturer.
Warning: Improper changes, additions, maintenance or

repair of the system can lead to personal injury and damage
to the equipment. Safety is only guaranteed when changes,
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additions, maintenance or repairs are carried out by an Agfa

certified field service engineer.
Table 2: Lifetime and maintenance
Lifetime
Expected lifetime for the X-ray unit 10 years
Periodic maintenance
The equipment shall have a technical maintenance to Every 12 months

maintain fault-free operation and ensure safety for
patient and operator.
All steel cables of X-ray tube stand and RAD Wall Stand Every 12 months
shall be checked
All steel cables of X-ray tube stand and RAD Wall Stand Every 36 months
shall be exchanged to maintain fault-free operation and
ensure safety for patient and operator
Maintenance by the user
Check constant smooth movements Daily
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
Check all electric cables and connections for damage or Weekly

broken cables.
Caution: In case of functional defects or other deviations from

normal operation behavior the unit has to be switched off
immediately and the service to be informed. The equipment
must only be put back into operation when the fault has been
repaired.
Caution: The use of spare parts from third party suppliers can
affect the safety of the equipment. If components fail, use only
original spare parts.
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Warming-up of X-ray tube

The X-ray tube needs to be warmed-up before making X-ray exposures at the
start of each day and when the X-ray tube has not been in use for more than an
hour. This extends the X-ray tube lifetime.
To warm-up the X-ray tube
1. Close the collimator blades fully

2. Select 70 kV, 100 mAs, 200 mA and 500 ms exposure settings
3. Ensure that no one will be exposed
4. Make a total of three exposures, 15 seconds apart
This procedure is used for a typical X-ray tube. Consult the X-ray tube
manufacturer instructions for the actual X-ray tube in use and comply with the
instructions if there is conflict with this procedure.
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Environmental protection
Figure 21: WEEE symbol
Figure 22: 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.
Due to the implementation into national law, specific requirements can be
different within the European Member States. The WEEE symbol on the
products, and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and
electronic products should not be treated as, or mixed with general household
waste For more detailed information about take-back and recycling of this
product please contact your local service organization and/or dealer. By
ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources.
Battery notice
The battery symbol on the products, and/or accompanying documents means
that the used batteries should not be treated as, or mixed with general
household waste. The battery symbol on batteries or its packaging may be
used in combination with a chemical symbol. In cases where a chemical
symbol is available it indicates the presence of respective chemical substances.
If your equipment or replaced spare parts contain batteries or accumulators
please dispose of them separately according to local regulations.
For battery replacements please contact your local sales organization.
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Safety Directions
Topics:
• General Safety Directions

• Safety Directions for the X-Ray System
• Safety Directions for the RAD Table
General Safety Directions

Warning: Strictly observe all warnings, cautions, notes and
safety markings within this document and on the product.
Warning: Safety is only guaranteed when an Agfa certified

field service engineer has installed 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.
Warning: All Agfa medical products must be used by trained

and qualified personnel.
Warning: Ionizing radiation can lead to radiation injuries if

handled incorrectly. When radiation is applied, the required
protective measures must be complied with.
Warning: The operator and end-user must take precautions

to protect themselves against dangerous X-ray exposure
when using the DR Detector in the X-ray beam path of an X-
ray source.
Warning: The DR Detector is not intended to be used as a

primary barrier to X-rays. The user is responsible for
ensuring the safety of the operator, bystanders, and the
subjects being radiographed.
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Warning: Operating the equipment when it is faulty

includes the risk of radiological exposure and injury to the
patient and to the operator. Operate the equipment only in
safe and fault-free conditions.
Safety Directions for the X-Ray System

Warning: Avoid unnecessary dose by checking before
exposure if the DR Detector Switch displays the name of the
DR Detector that is being used and if the status of the DR
Detector is ready for exposure.
Warning: Avoid unnecessary dose by checking the

workstation selection on the X-ray generator console before
exposing. In a configuration with a DR Detector configured
on a virtual port, the DR Detector will not be triggered if a
free exposure is selected on the Generator console and yet
the exposure will be allowed.
Warning: Repeated exposures to a patient with high doses
can lead to deterministic effects. Therefore exposure
settings shall be selected carefully and in accordance to the
patient and the object to expose and balanced in such a way
that patient dose is as low as possible while image quality is
usable for diagnosis.
Warning: Even if the generator is switched off, parts on the
inside of the generator cabinet and connected controls are
still powered! Ensure that only trained service personnel
open the generator cabinet and the housing of connected
devices! Improper handling may cause a lethal hazard!
Caution: When operating the DR detector, the calculated
exposure time (ms) or manual overrides should never exceed
the maximum exposure time (Max ms) specified as integration
time of the DR detector.
Caution: Damaged grid. Reduced image quality. Please handle

the grids with special care.
Caution: When inserting the scattered radiation grids, it is

essential that the grid corresponds to the intended source-
image-distance (SID) to which the grid is focussed. Because of
the focussing of the grids, the tube unit must be centered onto
the bucky.
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Caution: Excessive ambient temperature may impact

performance of DR Detectors and cause permanent damage to
the equipment. If ambient temperature and humidity is outside
the range specified in the technical data, do not operate the
system or use air conditioning. Warranty will be void if it is
obvious that operating conditions are not met.
Caution: To avoid images being lost due to a power failure, the
workstation and the digitizer have to be connected to an
uninterruptable power supply (UPS) or an institutional standby
generator.
Caution: Install the NX workstation and CR digitizer at a

minimum (safe) distance of 2 m from the X-Ray System
components or provide a wall or window to separate both
systems.
Safety Directions for the RAD Table

Warning: The system is not intended for operation in
explosion-prone areas. Such an operation 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.
Warning: Unauthorized manipulation or opening of the
equipment housing may lead to personal injuries and to
property damage. Take all necessary precautions with
respect to the applicable level of safety.
Warning: The system is installed with components that emit

radiation or can be triggered to emit radiation. Ionizing
radiation can result in radiation damage or injury if not
handled properly.
Warning: Portable and mobile HF communication devices

may affect medical electrical equipment.
Caution: Using soft covers, sheets, mattresses, etc. may lead to

visual image artifacts. If such shall be used, make sure that they
are x-ray transparent and do not influence image quality.
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Caution: Make sure that the patient hand grips are securely
mounted.
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Getting started
Topics:
• Starting the System

• Basic workflow using the DR Detector
• Basic workflow using a CR cassette
• X-Ray System Positioning
• Guidelines for Pediatric Applications
• Stopping the System
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Starting the System

To start the system:
Note: 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 NX workstation is running.
To check if a warming-up time is required, refer to the DR Detector
User Manual.
1. Switch on the electrical room switch.

Check that the emergency shutdown power switch for the system and the
emergency stop button for the RAD Table is not activated.
2. Press the Power ON button on the X-ray generator control box to switch on
the system.
3. Start the NX workstation.
The NX application and the software console are available on the NX
workstation.
For detailed information about starting up NX, refer to the NX User
Manual, document 4420.
4. Switch on the DR Generator Sync (if applicable).
5. In a configuration with a wireless DR Detector, power on the DR Detector:
• attach a fully charged battery pack to the DR Detector.
• turn on the DR Detector.
• if needed, register the DR Detector to the NX workstation.
For detailed information about starting up the DR Detector, refer to the
DR Detector User Manual.
6. Switch on the control unit for the DR Detector.
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Basic workflow using the DR Detector

Topics:
• Step 1: retrieve the patient info

• Step 2: select the exposure
• Step 3: prepare the exposure
• Step 4: check the exposure settings
• Step 5: execute the exposure
• Step 6: perform a quality control
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Step 1: retrieve the patient info

At the NX workstation:
1. When a new patient comes in, define the patient info for the exam.
2. Start the exam.
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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 displayed on the Software Console.
The selected DR Detector is activated.
The RAD Table or RAD Wall Stand lights up in blue, indicating the
selected modality position.
The DR Detector Switch shows which DR Detector is active and shows its
status.
• Red (flashing): starting up
• Green (constant): ready for exposure
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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.
2. Position the patient.
Apply radiation protective measures for the patient if needed.
3. Check if the X-Ray system position is suitable for the exposure.
4. Position the X-Ray tube with respect to the DR Detector and the patient.
5. Set the correct distance between DR Detector and X-Ray tube.
6. Switch on the light on the collimator. Adapt collimation if required.
Take care that the collimated area is not larger than the detector.
Warning: Monitor the patient position (hands, feet, fingers,

etc.) with special care to avoid injury to the patient caused
by unit movements. Patient hands must be kept away from
mobile components of the unit. Intravenous tubing,
catheters and other patient connected lines should be
routed away from moving equipment.
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Step 4: check the exposure settings

Related Links
DR Detector Switch on page 21
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 arrow on the DR Detector Switch.
3. Check if the status of the DR Detector is ready for exposure.
On a DR Detector that has a status indicator:
Check if the status of the DR Detector is ready for exposure. If the status is
not ready for exposure, the DR Detector cannot be used for making an
exposure.
In the operator room on the Software Console:
exposure.
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Step 5: execute the exposure

Press the exposure button to execute the exposure.

Instruction: 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.
Warning: Do not select another thumbnail until the
preview image is visible in the active thumbnail.
In the operator room at the NX workstation:

• While the acquisition is ongoing, the thumbnail status indicator is
flashing green. The image is acquired from the DR detector and
displayed in the thumbnail.
• The actual X-Ray exposure parameters are sent back from the
generator to the NX workstation and are shown in the Image Detail
pane.
• If collimation is applied, the image is automatically cropped at the
collimation borders.
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Step 6: perform a quality control

1. Select the image on which quality control is to be performed.

2. Prepare the image for diagnosis by using e.g. L/R markers or annotations.
3. If the image is OK, send the image to a hardcopy printer and/or PACS
(Picture Archiving and Communication System).
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Basic workflow using a CR cassette

Note: Using an ID Tablet to identify cassettes before the exposure
will break the communication 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.
Topics:
• Step 1: retrieve the patient info

• Step 2: select the exposure
• Step 3: prepare the exposure
• Step 4: check the exposure settings
• Step 5: execute the exposure
• Step 6: repeat steps 2 to 5 for the next subexposures
• Step 7: digitize the image
• Step 8: perform a quality control
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Step 1: retrieve the patient info

1. When a new patient comes in, define the patient info for the exam.
2. Start the exam.
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Step 2: select the exposure

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 (RAD Table, RAD Wall Stand, Free exposure)
in the Software Console.
The default X-Ray exposure parameters for the selected exposure are sent
to the modality and displayed on the software console.
The RAD Table or RAD Wall Stand lights up in blue, indicating the
selected modality position.
4. Select the subexposure if more than one image is required for the same
cassette.
If an image thumbnail is configured for multiple exposures on a single
cassette, another set of thumbnails is shown in the image detail pane. Now
you have to select one of these thumbnails to send the proper default X-
Ray exposure parameters to the modality for each exposure.
Note: When working in a PACS environment, the preferred

workflow is to have only one image per cassette. This is needed
for optimal use of hanging protocols. However, in particular
cases (e.g. printing sites) it is supported to make more than one
exposure per cassette.
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Step 3: prepare the exposure

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.
2. Position the patient.

Apply radiation protective measures for the patient if needed.
3. Check if the X-Ray system position is suitable for the exposure.
4. Position the X-Ray tube with respect to the cassette and the patient.
5. Set the correct distance between cassette and X-Ray tube.
6. Switch on the light on the collimator. Adapt collimation if required.
Take care that the collimated area is not larger than the cassette.
Warning: Monitor the patient position (hands, feet, fingers,

etc.) with special care to avoid injury to the patient caused
by unit movements. Patient hands must be kept away from
mobile components of the unit. Intravenous tubing,
catheters and other patient connected lines should be
routed away from moving equipment.
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Step 4: check the exposure settings

In the operator room on the Software Console:
exposure.
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Step 5: execute the exposure

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.
• The actual X-Ray exposure parameters are sent back from the generator to
the NX workstation and are shown in the Image Detail pane.
• The actual X-Ray exposure parameters and the Exposure Index (EI) value
on the NX workstation can be used to monitor the performance of the
Automatic Exposure Control of the X-Ray system.
• A green OK mark appears on all thumbnails for which the exposures are
made and for which exposure settings are sent back to the NX workstation.
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Step 6: repeat steps 2 to 5 for the next subexposures
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Step 7: digitize the image
Take the exposed cassette.
1. Insert the cassette in the digitizer.

2. Click ID in the examination window of NX.
Note: You can also use an ID Tablet to identify the cassette
and digitize it using any digitizer.
The image will appear in the image overview pane of the examination
window.
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Step 8: perform a quality control

1. Select the image on which quality control is to be performed.

2. Prepare the image for diagnosis by using e.g. L/R markers or annotations.
3. If the image is OK, send the image to a hardcopy printer and/or PACS
(Picture Archiving and Communication System).
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X-Ray System Positioning

Topics:
• RAD Table Exposures

• Oblique Exposures
• Lateral Exposures
• RAD Wall Stand Exposures
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RAD Table Exposures

1. Position the patient on the RAD 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.
Figure 23: RAD Table Exposures
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Oblique Exposures
1. Position the patient on the RAD 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.
5. Adjust the position of the X-ray tube stand to align the X-ray exposure field
to the center of the bucky using the collimator light and the bucky markers
for orientation.
Figure 24: Oblique Exposures
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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. Take care to lift the holders slightly up when
moving it, to protect the tabletop from scratching.
4. Insert a cassette or a DR detector. Fix it using the upper screw.
5. Position the patient on the table between the X-ray tube and the lateral
cassette holder. Adjust the lateral cassette holder to position the cassette
as close as possible to the patient. Fix the position using the middle screw.
Figure 25: Lateral Exposures
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RAD Wall Stand Exposures

1. Adjust the height of the bucky on the RAD Wall Stand.
2. Position the patient in front of the RAD Wall Stand.
3. Move the table top away from the RAD Wall Stand.
4. Rotate the X-ray tube 90° to face the RAD Wall Stand.
Check the angle on the angle display.
5. Move the X-ray tube stand towards the RAD Wall Stand.
6. Adjust the height of the X-ray tube to center the X-ray exposure field on
the bucky using the collimator light.
Figure 26: RAD Wall Stand Exposures
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Guidelines for Pediatric Applications

Caution: Children are more radiosensitive than adults. Adopting
the Image Gently campaign guidelines and reducing dose for
radiographic procedures while maintaining acceptable clinical
image quality will benefit patients.
Please review the following link and reduce pediatric technique factors
accordingly: http://www.pedrad.org/associations/5364/ig/
As a general rule, next recommendations shall be observed in pediatrics:
• X-Ray Generator must have short exposures times.
• ΑΕC must be used carefully, preferably use manual technique setting,
applying lower doses.
• If possible, use high kVp techniques.
Positioning the pediatric patient: Pediatric patients are not as likely as adults
to understand the need to remain still during the procedure. Therefore it
makes sense to provide aids to maintaining stable positioning. It is strongly
recommended the use of immobilizing devices such as bean bags and restraint
systems (foam wedges, adhesive tapes, etc.) to avoid the need of repeating
exposures due to the movement of the pediatric patients. Whenever possible
use techniques based on the lowest exposure times.
Shielding: We recommend you provide extra shielding of radiosensitive
organs or tissues such as eyes, gonads and thyroid glands. Applying a correct
collimation will help to protect the patient against excessive radiation as well.
Please review the following scientific literature regarding pediatric
radiosensitivity: GROSSMAN, Herman. “Radiation Protection in Diagnostic
Radiography of Children”. Pediatric Radiology, Vol. 51, (No. 1): 141--144,
January, 1973:
http://pediatrics.aappublications.org/cgi/reprint/51/1/141.
Technique factors: You should take steps to reduce technique factors to the
lowest possible levels consistent with good image acquisition.
For example if your adult abdomen settings are: 70--85 kVp, 200--400 mA,
15--80 mAs, consider starting at 65--75 kVp, 100--160 mA, 2.5--10 mAs for a
pediatric patient. Whenever possible use high kVp techniques and large SID
(Source Image Distance).
Summary:
• Image only when there is a clear medical benefit.
• Image only the indicated area.
• Use the lowest amount of radiation for adequate imaging based on size of
the child (reducing tube output -- kVp and mAs).
• Try to use always short exposure times, large SID values and immobilizing
devices.
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• Avoid multiple scans and use alternative diagnostic studies (such as

ultrasound or MRI) when possible.
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Stopping the System

To stop the system:
1. Stop the NX workstation.

NX can be stopped in two ways, either by logging out of Windows or
without logging out of Windows.
For detailed information on stopping NX, refer to the NX User Manual,
document 4420.
Note: Stopping the NX workstation does not stop the DR
Detector. If the power of the DR Detector remains on, no
warming-up time will be needed after starting the NX
workstation.
2. Press the Power OFF button on the X-ray generator control box to switch
off the generator.
3. In a configuration with a wireless DR Detector, power off the DR Detector:
• turn off the DR Detector.
• remove the battery pack.
4. Switch off the DR Generator Sync.
Note: If the DR Detector is powered down, a warming-up may be

required on the next start-up.
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84 | DR 400 | Operation
Operation
Topics:
• Tube head display

• RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand
• RAD Wall Stand
• Bucky
• Grids
• Storage box for DR Detector and grids
• Automatic Exposure Control (AEC)
• Manual Collimator
• Automatic Collimator
• Effect of SID on patient dose
• X-Ray Generator Console
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DR 400 | Operation | 85
Tube head display

1 Last name, first name
*June 10, 1960, 08154711032,
2 Chest PA
3 Detector table 0.1 mm Cu 5

4 6
1 mm Al
7 9
113 cm 35°
8
10 114 kV +2
11 12
1. Patient information
2. Status bar with exam type
3. Modality position
4. DR Detector Switch
5. Grid status
6. Filter status
7. Source Image Distance (SID)
8. X-ray tube angle
9. Position tracking status
10. Radiographic parameters
11. Image preview
12. Tools
Figure 27: Example of the tube head display
For detailed information, refer to the DR Software Console and Tube Head
Display User Manual (document 0389).
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RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand

The RAD 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:
• Left hand version
• Right hand version
The table has two variants:
• table with fixed height
• elevating table with adjustable height
The table has a floating table top.
The table has blue LED in the table foot that is lit when the RAD Table is
selected as active workstation.
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8
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1. Rail system
2. X-ray tube stand with SID ruler
3. Bucky
4. Tabletop movement pedals,
Blue LED indicator light for active workstation
5. Table covers with standard exposure height marker
6. Emergency stop button
7. Tabletop
8. Collimator
9. X-ray tube arm
10. X-ray tube
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11. Control panel of the X-ray tube stand

Figure 28: RAD Table with integrated X-ray tube stand, example of left hand
version
1 2 3
1. Movement control buttons

2. Tube head display
3. Handle with integrated release button for omni direction movement.
Figure 29: 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.
1 2 3
1. Movement control buttons

2. X-ray tube angle display
3. Handle
Figure 30: Control panel of the X-ray tube stand
Topics:
• Positioning the X-Ray Tube Stand

• Positioning the RAD Table
• Positioning the Bucky
• RAD Table Accessories
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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.
To stop the movement and activate the brake, release the button.
Table 3: Movement controls
Omni direction movement (longitudinal, vertical and alpha

rotation)
Transversal axis movement (back & front).

A marker on the X-ray tube arm indicates the center position.
Vertical axis movement (up & down)

A ruler on the X-ray tube stand indicates the SID when the
RAD Table is positioned on the standard exposure height.
The lower edge of the X-ray tube arm mounting is used for
reference.
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115
110
105
100
95
Longitudinal axis movement (right & left)
Alpha axis rotation (Angle of the X-ray tube)
Beta axis rotation (swivel of the X-ray tube arm around the
tube stand axis)
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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 standard position it is centered in transversal direction on the
bucky.
Note: To avoid shock and damage, move the column with
normal speed and slow down when reaching the mechanical
end stops.
Caution: If a grinding noise is heard during vertical movement

of the X-ray tube arm or RAD Wall Stand, the steel cables inside
the tube stand or wall stand could be broken. Do not operate the
unit any further and try to avoid hard vibration or knocks of any
kind. Please contact service.
Caution: Rotation may be limited by cables. Avoid strain on the
cables during rotation.
Related Links
Movement ranges on page 158
Ralco R221 Collimator Technical Data on page 167
Ralco R225 ACS Collimator Technical Data on page 168
Positioning the Bucky on page 93
Topics:
• Stop positions
• Collision indicator
Stop positions
The system includes stop positions.
• On the longitudinal axis movement, to position the X-ray tube in regularly
used exposure distances to the RAD Wall Stand, e.g. 150 cm and 180 cm.
• On the vertical axis movement, to position the X-ray tube stand in
regularly used exposure distances to the RAD Table, e.g. 115 cm.
The preferred positions of the stops are defined during installation.
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The vertical stop on the tube stand is always active. The two transversal stops
are active when the X-ray tube is rotated towards the wall stand (90°+/- 10°).
To enter a stop position, move the X-ray tube stand or the X-ray tube arm in
longitudinal or vertical direction. The movement is stopped when the stop
position is reached. Moving too fast may cause the X-ray tube stand to skip the
stop position.
To leave a stop position, release and press again the according movement
control button.
Collision indicator
Systems with motorized movement have a collision indicator. The collision
indicator avoids collision of the X-ray tube head with the table.
The collision indicator will give a signal in following situations:
• The X-ray tube head is moved manually close than 30 cm to the table top
when performing an examination using the table.
• The X-ray tube head is moved manually closer than 15 cm to the table top
when performing an examination using the wall stand and the X-ray tube
head is rotated toward the wall stand.
The brake is activated and a single beep indicates the collision warning.
To further adjust the position, release the brake button and press it again.
Related Links
X-ray tube stand tracks wall stand height on page 99
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Positioning the RAD Table

There are two versions of the RAD table:
• Fixed height RAD Table with a height of 70 cm
• Elevating RAD Table with adjustable height from 55 cm to 90 cm
The movements of the RAD table are controlled by foot pedals mounted at
front side of the table.
Warning: Maintain visual contact with the patient while
moving the equipment close to the patient in order to detect
hazardous situations (e.g. collisions) early and to avoid
them.
Warning: 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.
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.
Foot pedal to release the brake for the floating table top.
Note: When the equipment is switched off, the tabletop can be

moved freely. Pay extra attention when a patient needs to get
off from the table.
The RAD table is designed for a maximum patient load of 320 kg.
Adjusting height
To adjust the height, double click and hold the foot pedal.
Foot pedal to lower table height (minimum 55 cm).
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Foot pedal to raise table height (maximum 90 cm). 

When minimum or maximum position of the table is reached, the movement
is stopped automatically.
When the standard exposure height (70 cm) is reached, the movement is
stopped automatically. To continue the movement, release the foot pedal and
double click it again.
Markers on both sides of the table covers indicate the standard exposure
height position.
Figure 31: Standard exposure height
Related Links
Collision protection on page 94
Collision indicator on page 90
Emergency stop button on page 25
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.
2. On the tube head display, press the position tracking button.
Figure 32: Table position tracking disabled and enabled
The button is highlighted.

3. Adjust the table height.
The X-ray tube stand is moving up or down accordingly.
Note: The movement of the X-ray tube stand has a small delay
compared to the movement of the table. The movement of the
X-ray tube is automatically stopped if the distance between the
X-ray tube head and the table would become too small (SID
lower than 45 cm).
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Positioning the Bucky

The bucky center position is automatically aligned to the position of the X-ray
tube stand. The mechanical coupling between the bucky and the X-ray tube
stand is active within the travel range of the bucky.
The bucky can be positioned independently from the X-ray tube stand, e.g. for
oblique X-ray exposures.
To position the bucky independently from the X-ray tube stand:
1. Move the X-ray tube stand on the longitudinal axis outside the travel range
of the bucky.
The mechanical coupling is released.
2. Press and hold the bucky lock switch.
Figure 33: Bucky lock switch
The lock for the bucky movement is released.

3. Move the bucky in longitudinal direction.
4. Release the bucky lock switch.
The position is locked.
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RAD Table Accessories

Caution: 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
manufacturer.
Topics:
• Mounting the patient hand grips

• Collision protection
• Other RAD Table accessories
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 fingers.
To mount a hand grip:
1. Slide the hand grip in the rails of the tabletop.

2. Tighten the hand screw to lock the hand grip in position.
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1. Hand screw
Figure 34: Hand grip
Note: The hand grips are not intended to support the weight of
the patient.
Collision protection
Collision protection is only available on the elevating RAD Table.
The collision protection accessories are mounted on the frame of the RAD
Table. They protect the tabletop from damage when colliding with objects
below.
When the collision protection stops downward movement of the RAD table,
raise the table height and remove the object before lowering the table again.
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Note: The collision protection is influenced by the patient

weight. Take special care when moving the RAD Table with a
patient lying on.
Figure 35: Location of the collision protection accessories
Other RAD Table accessories

On request further accessories for the RAD table are available:
• Mattress
The mattress fits the tabletop (220 cm x 80 cm) and is X-ray translucent.
• Lateral cassette holder
The lateral cassette holder supports a cassette or detector in lateral
position and is attached to the tabletop.
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Figure 36: Lateral cassette holder
• Compression belt
The compression belt provides additional fixation for the patient on the
table. It can be adjusted to patient thickness.
Figure 37: Compression belt
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RAD Wall Stand

The RAD Wall Stand allows vertical X-ray exposures of patients standing or
sitting in front of the RAD Wall Stand.
The wall stand has two variants:
• wall stand with vertical bucky, supporting vertical movement (up and
down)
• wall stand with tilting bucky, supporting vertical movement (up and
down) and tilting of the bucky
The bucky has two variants, depending on the orientation for loading a
detector or cassette:
• Right hand side loading
• Left hand side loading
The wall stand bucky is height adjustable in a large range.
The wall stand has blue LED in the top that is lit when the RAD Wall Stand is
selected as active workstation.
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5
6
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1. Wall Stand column
2. Active workstation indicator
3. Bucky
4. Button to switch on the collimator light
5. Front panel
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6. Vertical movement handle (both sides)

7. Tilting extension
8. Tilting handle
Figure 38: RAD Wall Stand, vertical version and vertical tilting version
Caution: The format indications on the front panel show the

format of the cassette or detector. Take into account that the
actual area for imaging is smaller than indicated. The image of
the exposed object is slightly magnified because there is a
distance between the front panel and the cassette or detector.
The sensitive area of the cassette or detector may be slightly
smaller than the indicated area. Check the technical data of the
cassette or detector for exact values.
Topics:
• Positioning the RAD Wall Stand

• RAD Wall Stand Accessories
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Positioning the RAD Wall Stand
1 2 3
1. Vertical movement handle with brake switch

2. Tilting angle scale
3. Tilting handle
Figure 39: Positioning controls
Warning: Maintain visual contact with the patient while

moving the equipment close to the patient in order to detect
hazardous situations (e.g. collisions) early and to avoid
them.
Warning: 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.
Warning: Be careful not to squeeze your finger or hand.

Keep your hands at the handles while positioning the
system.
Vertical movement
To release the brake for vertical movement, press the switch that is integrated
at the upper side of the handle located at the left and right side of the RAD
Wall Stand. The bucky can be moved up and down.
To stop movement and lock the bucky into position, release the switch.
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Caution: The maximum load for the bucky movement in vertical

direction is 20 kg. The bucky may slip downward when applying
excessive load.

Note: Do not move the bucky with excessive force to the end
stop positions.
Tilting
To tilt the bucky, press and hold the button on the tilting handle and move the
bucky. The scale for the angle is visible at the mounting point of the bucky.
To lock the bucky into position, release the button on the tilting handle.
Note: The bucky can be tilted to horizontal position. Do not use
the bucky as a seat.
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.

The distance between the X-ray tube head and the table top must not be
less than 15 cm.
Position the X-ray tube head and the table top such that they do not collide
when the X-ray tube stand moves up or down.
2. On the tube head display, press the position tracking button.
Warning: Do not use position tracking while the patient
is lying on the table.
Figure 40: Wall stand position tracking disabled and enabled
The button is highlighted.

3. Adjust the wall stand height.
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The X-ray tube stand is moving up or down accordingly.
Note: The movement of the X-ray tube is automatically stopped

if the distance between the X-ray tube head and the table top
would become too small (less than 10 cm).
Related Links
Collision indicator on page 90
Emergency stop button on page 25
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RAD Wall Stand Accessories

Caution: 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
manufacturer.
Topics:
• Patient hand grips

• Mounting the overhead handle
• Spacer
• Wall stand fixation kit (earthquake kit)
• Other RAD Wall Stand accessories
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.
Figure 41: Patient hand grips
Mounting the overhead handle

Warning: The overhead handle can bear up to 20 kg. It is not
intended to hold the whole weight of a patient.
Caution: Take care that the overhead handle does not collide
with the ceiling when moving the bucky upward manually. For
automatic movement, a sensor detects if the overhead handle is
inserted and the movement is coordinated accordingly.
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Caution: Do not insert the handle oriented parallel to the bucky.

The handle may collide with the Wall Stand column.
Caution: Take care of the overhead handle position when tilting

the bucky.
To mount and position the overhead handle:
1. Insert the handle on the left or on the right side of the bucky frame.
2. Grip the lower part of the handle.
3. Pull the handle forward
4. Adjust the angle.
5. Move the handle back to fix the position.
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2
5
3
Figure 42: Overhead handle
Spacer
The spacer allows examination of sitting patients by offering additional space
to position legs and feed under the bucky.
Figure 43: Spacer
Wall stand fixation kit (earthquake kit)

For additional stability of the RAD Wall Stand an additional fixation of the
RAD Wall Stand is provided. The kit is installed at backside of the RAD Wall
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Stand under the head cover and then fixed to a wall. It has to be installed by
service.
Other RAD Wall Stand accessories

On request further accessories for the RAD Wall Stand is available:
• babix hull holder
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Bucky
The bucky is installed in RAD table and RAD wall stand.
The bucky clamps the cassette or detector during exposure and centers them
relative to the Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) and the grid.
The bucky supports cassettes in standard formats as well as DR Detectors with
cassette size format.
The bucky functionalities can be configured according the customer needs.
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1. Bucky drawer
2. Button to release the brake
3. Bucky drawer handle
4. Carrier for the cassette or detector
5. Knob for rotating the cassette or detector
6. Clamps
7. Side clamps
Figure 44: Bucky
1 2 3 4 5
1. Tabletop
2. Removable grid
3. Automatic exposure control (AEC)
4. Carrier for cassette or detector
5. Bucky drawer with rotation mechanism
Figure 45: Bucky front view
Topics:
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• Bucky configuration
• Rotating the bucky
• Loading of the bucky in the RAD Table
• Loading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand
• Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Table
• Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand
• Centering and collimating
• Orientation of DX-D 10C, DX-D 10G in the bucky
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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.
The correct orientation of the cassette is applied by the way it is inserted in the
bucky and there is no need to use the rotation mechanism.
In this configuration the rotation mechanism can be blocked during
installation by the service engineer.
The bucky provides a protection for double exposure by checking if the bucky
is re-armed after each exposure.
Fixed DR Detector configuration

The bucky for the fixed DR detector has no clamping or rotation mechanism.
The detector is permanently fixed in the bucky and can not be removed. The
detector has a square format and requires no rotation.
RAD Wall Stand configuration

The cassette or detector can be positioned centered or aligned with the upper
edge of the bucky, to allow chest exams with patient chin resting at the wall
stand front panel.
The bucky is available for left and right side loading of the wall stand.
Topics:
• Bucky types
• Cassette and detector formats
• Standard cassette formats
Bucky types
The type of bucky installed in the system defines which functionality is
available.
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Function Bucky with Bucky with Bucky for fixed

tray for tray for DR detector
multiple multiple
cassette or cassette or
detector detector
formats formats
RAD Table 5523/100 5523/120 5523/300
RAD Wall Stand, 5523/200 5523/220 5523/310

left loading
RAD Wall Stand, 5523/250 5523/270 5523/320

right loading
Clamping Yes Yes -

mechanism
Rotation Yes Yes -

mechanism
Cassette or detector Yes Yes -

detection
(by micro- (by micro-
switches) switches)
CR double exposure Yes Yes -

protection
Automatic cassette No Yes -

size sensing (ACSS)
Grid type and status No Yes Depending on

detection configuration
AEC Yes Yes Yes
ACSS requires the cassette to be positioned in the center of the bucky.

Additionally for the RAD Wall Stand, ACSS is supported if a large format
cassette or detector (43 cm x 35 cm or 17 inch x 14 inch) is aligned to the top
of the bucky in landscape position.
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.
The large format cassette or detector (43 cm x 35 cm or 17 inch x 14 inch) can
be positioned either centered or aligned to the top of the bucky in landscape
position.
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1. Indicators for large format cassette or detector position to the top of the
bucky
2. Large format detector positioned to the top of the bucky
Figure 46: Wall stand bucky with large format detector positioned to the top
of the bucky
1. Indicators for large format cassette or detector position to the top of the
bucky
Figure 47: Indicators on bucky tray
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
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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. Open the bucky drawer halfway by pulling the front handle.

2. Rotate the bucky carrier with the clamped cassette or detector using the
rotation knob.
• Rotate clockwise to change from portrait to landscape position
• Rotate counterclockwise to change from landscape to portrait position
Figure 48: Example: rotate clockwise to change from portrait to landscape

position
Make sure the rotation is complete before closing the bucky drawer.
3. Close the bucky drawer using the front handle and pushing the button to
release the brake.
Make sure the bucky drawer is pushed up to the end to close completely.
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Loading of the bucky in the RAD Table

To load the bucky with a cassette or detector:
1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the front handle.

2. Push the cassette or detector towards the rear slider to open the clamping
mechanism wide enough to contain the cassette or detector.
3. Let the cassette or detector slip into the clamping.
Warning: Make sure your fingers are not between slider
and cassette. The clamping mechanism may hurt your
fingers, therefore take special care.
4. Align the cassette or detector center indication to the center mark on the
clamp.
Warning:
When positioning the cassette or detector out of center:
• The alignment to the X-ray tube must be controlled
manually.
• The AEC sensors might not be covered or not covered
completely, causing wrong exposure dose. Make sure
that AEC sensors are covered.
release the brake.
Related Links
Orientation of DX-D 10C, DX-D 10G in the bucky on page 116
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Loading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand

To load the bucky with a cassette or detector:

2. Rotate the drawer to portrait orientation.
3. Adjust the side clamps to the cassette or detector format by pushing the
lock button and moving the clamp.
4. Push the cassette or detector towards the lower slider to open the
clamping mechanism wide enough to contain the cassette or detector.
5. Let the cassette or detector slip into the clamping.
6. Rotate the cassette or detector if needed to get the correct position for next
exposure.
7. Align the cassette or detector. The alignment can be centered or out of
center.
Warning:
When positioning the cassette or detector out of center:
• The alignment to the X-ray tube must be controlled
manually.
• The AEC sensors might not be covered or not covered
completely, causing wrong exposure dose. Make sure
that AEC sensors are covered.
release the brake.
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Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Table

To unload the bucky with a cassette or detector:

2. Push firmly with both hands the cassette or detector towards the rear
clamp to open the clamping mechanism.

3. Lift the cassette or detector and remove it from the clamping. The
openings in the carrier allow your fingers to grip the detector or cassette.
4. Load the bucky with another cassette or detector.
• Alternatively, close the bucky drawer using the front handle and
pushing the button to release the brake.
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Unloading of the bucky in the RAD Wall Stand

To unload the bucky with a cassette or detector:
1. Open the bucky drawer completely by pulling the handle.

2. Rotate the carrier back to portrait position.
3. Push firmly with both hands the cassette or detector towards the lower
clamp to open the clamping mechanism.

4. Remove the cassette or detector from the clamping. The openings in the
carrier allow your fingers to grip the detector or cassette.
5. Load the bucky with another cassette or detector.
• Alternatively, close the bucky drawer using the front handle and
pushing the button to release the brake.
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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.
Centering
The bucky center position is automatically aligned to the position of the X-ray
tube stand.
The bucky provides center marks to check for correct alignment:
• a notch within the hand grip to open/close the bucky drawer.

• a notch in the sliders in the bucky.
The collimator light field contains center lines to check the alignment of the X-
ray field to the bucky.
To align the X-ray field, adjust the position of the X-ray tube.
Collimating
To set the X-ray collimation area, pull out the bucky drawer until the cassette
or detector edge is visible. Align the X-ray collimation field to the size of the
cassette or detector.
Figure 49: Center line and collimation area
Automatic Cassette Size Sensing

The ACSS functionality of the bucky detects the size and orientation of the CR
cassette or 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.
The cassette or detector must be positioned in the center of the bucky. If the
cassette or detector is not in the center of the bucky, the collimated area is
automatically expanded to expose the whole surface of the cassette or
detector. Because automatic collimation is always symmetrical, on one side
the exposure will extend beyond the surface of the cassette or detector and the
collimation must be corrected manually to apply an asymmetrical collimation
area.
The collimator must not be rotated.
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The ACSS functionality of the bucky is only available in combination with the
automatic collimator Ralco 225 ACS. The ACCS functionality is not available
when the collimator is in manual mode.
Related Links
Automatic collimator on page 23
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Orientation of DX-D 10C, DX-D 10G in the bucky

To avoid damage to the cable of the detector, there are restrictions on the
orientation of the detector when loading the bucky.
Caution: Inserting DX-D 10C, DX-D 10G using other orientations
than described will damage the cable when closing the bucky or
when rotating the carrier.
Topics:
• Orientation in the RAD Table

• Orientation in the RAD Wall Stand left loading
• Orientation in the RAD Wall Stand right loading
Orientation in the RAD Table

To use the detector in portrait orientation, insert the detector in portrait
orientation with the cable at lower right hand side.
To use the detector in landscape orientation:
1. Insert the detector in portrait orientation with the cable at lower right
hand side.
2. Rotate the detector in the bucky.
Figure 50: Landscape orientation in the RAD Table
Orientation in the RAD Wall Stand left loading

• To use the detector in portrait orientation, insert the detector in portrait
mode with the cable at upper left hand side.
• To use the detector in landscape orientation:
1. Insert the detector in portrait mode with the cable at upper left hand
side.
Figure 51: Landscape orientation in the RAD Wall Stand left loading
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Orientation in the RAD Wall Stand right loading

• To use the detector landscape orientation, insert the detector in landscape
mode with the cable at upper right hand side.
• To use the detector in portrait orientation:
1. Insert the detector in landscape mode with the cable at upper right
hand side.
Figure 52: Portrait orientation in the RAD Wall Stand right loading
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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. The color of the handle of the grid indicates which
distance the grid is used for.
To change the grid in the RAD Table or RAD Wall Stand:
1. Pull out the grid using the handle.

2. Store the grid in a safe place to avoid damage.
3. Insert the grid with labels facing up in the appropriate slit of the bucky.
Make sure the grid is pushed up to the end.
Caution: Using a focused grid with the X-ray source not centered
or on a wrong distance may cause reduced image quality.
Caution: Handle grids with care and store them in a safe place
when not in use. Dropping the grid can cause damage and create
visible image artifacts or reduce image quality.
Caution: If grid is not inserted completely, artifacts on the image

can be visible, e.g. of the grid edges. Push the grid all the way up
to the end.
Related Links
Bucky Unit Technical Data on page 164
Topics:
• Grid focal distance color indication

• Grid detection
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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.
Focal Distance Color

100 cm red
150 cm green
180 cm blue
Parallell grid gray
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Grid detection
The grid detection functionality of the bucky detects the type and position of
the inserted grid.
The grid status is shown on the tube head display and on the Software
Console.
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Storage box for DR Detector and 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.
Caution: insert the DR Detector and the grids in the storage box
with care to avoid damage. Do not drop the items in the storage
box.
1 2
1. Storage space for a DR Detector

2. Storage space for up to three grids
Figure 53: Storage box
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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 sensor elements (ionization chambers)
The AEC is mounted in the bucky of RAD Table and RAD Wall Stand between
the grid and the detector or cassette. It is fixed and not intended to be
removed from the bucky by the customer. If an exposure shall be done
without AEC, the free exposure workflow has to be used, where the detector
or cassette is placed outside the bucky, or the AEC has to be switched off in the
Software Console.
The AEC is calibrated during production with default values. The AEC can be
recalibrated during installation, defining three custom cut-off doses for the
AEC sensors, to suit user preferences or to balance out the three AEC sensors.
The shorted irradiation time when using AEC is 2 ms.
Note: The AEC sensor is located in the bucky above the cassette
or detector and may be slightly visible on the image. This
applies most to flat field exposures and less to diagnostic
images.
Related Links
Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data on page 166
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Manual Collimator
The Collimator can rotate ± 90° on its vertical axis while the X-ray tube
remains in the same position. This movement is performed by manually
turning the collimator and has detents every 90°.
1
2
3
4
1. Filter indicator
2. Filter selection wheel
3. Knobs to adjust the internal blades
The table on the front panel shows the number to set with the knobs for
each combination of SID and image size.
4. Button to switch on the light field.
After pressing the button, the lamp remains lit for a few seconds before
automatically switching off.
5. Measurement tape to measure the distance between the focal spot of X-ray
tube and the tabletop
Figure 54: Ralco 221 collimator controls
Another button to switch on the light field is available on the RAD Wall Stand.
Related Links
RAD Wall Stand on page 96
Dose Area Product Meter (DAP)

An optional radiation meter can be installed under the manual collimator and
reads the radiation as Dose Area Product in [µGy x m2].
The measured radiation value is transferred to the X-ray generator console
and the Software Console automatically and displayed after each exposure.
The DAP meter can be removed from the rail system to be cleaned or serviced.
To remove the radiation meter:
1. Disconnect the cable of the radiation meter.
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1. 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.
The DAP meter is calibrated during production to be used up to 2000 m

altitude. Using the DAP meter on higher altitudes requires the application of a
correction factor.
Related Links
Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) Technical Data on page 169
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Automatic Collimator
The collimator can limit the collimated area to the size of the cassette or DR
Detector inserted in the bucky.
7
1
2
3
6 4 5
1. Display
• Size of the collimated area
• Active filter
2. Operation mode indicators
• Green: automatic mode
• Red: error mode
• Yellow: manual mode
3. Knobs to adjust the internal blades
4. Button to change the filter
5. Button to switch on or off the light field.
After pressing the button, the lamp remains lit for a few seconds before
automatically switching off.
6. Measurement tape to measure the distance between the focal spot of X-ray
tube and the tabletop
7. Key to switch to manual mode
The key is located on the backside of the collimator.
Figure 55: Ralco 225 ACS collimator controls
Another button to switch on the light field is available on both sides of the
RAD Wall Stand.
The collimator operates in full automatic mode normally. Other operation
modes are manual collimation mode and semi-automatic collimation mode.
Topics:
• Semi-automatic collimation mode
• Manual collimation mode
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• Dose Area Product Meter (DAP)
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Semi-automatic collimation mode

The semi-automatic collimation mode is activated if any of following
conditions applies:
• the collimator is rotated by more than +/-3°
• the tube head unit is rotated by more than +/-3° from the center position
• the SID on the RAD Table is not within 90 cm to 130 cm
• the SID on the RAD Wall Stand is not within 90 cm to 205 cm
• the tube head unit is not centered to bucky
In semi-automatic collimation mode the registration of the cassette or
detector format in the bucky is stopped, but the collimation is still adapted
when the SID is changed. The user can adjust the collimation manually.
Figure 56: Indication on the tube head display for semi-automatic collimation
mode
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Manual collimation mode

The manual collimation mode is activated when the user turns the key at the
backside of the collimator. The yellow indicator at front of collimator is lit and
an open key lock is displayed in the lower left corner of the collimator display.
Manual mode is used to set the collimation area larger than the size of the
cassette or detector, e.g. for detector calibration. The collimation field size is
not limited to cassette or detector size nor kept constant with changing SID.
Figure 57: Indication on the tube head display for manual collimation mode
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Dose Area Product Meter (DAP)

An integrated DAP meter (Dose Area Product Meter) in the collimator is
availabe as an option.
The DAP meter reads the radiation as Dose Area Product in [µGy x m2].
The measured radiation value is transferred to the Software Console
automatically and displayed after each exposure.
The DAP meter cannot be removed from the collimator.
The DAP meter is calibrated during production to be used up to 2000 m
altitude. Using the DAP meter on higher altitudes requires the application of a
correction factor.
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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 calculated by a formula:
new mAs = known mAs × ( new distance 2 / old distance 2 )
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X-Ray Generator Console

The X-ray generator console is limited in functionality to power on and power
off the generator and to connect the DR Generator Sync with the exposure
hand switch to trigger the exposure.
The X-ray exposure parameters are controlled on the Software Console. For
detailed information about the Software Console, refer to the DX-D Software
Console, DR Tube Head Display User Manual.
Related Links
System Documentation on page 27
Topics:
• Starting and stopping the generator

• X-ray tube start-up modes
• X-ray generator messages and warning signals
• Exposure parameters
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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 control box to switch
on the generator.
Press the Power OFF button on the X-ray generator control box to
switch off the generator.
Following warning is printed on the X-ray generator mini console in English:

Warning: This x-ray unit may be dangerous to patient and
operator unless safe exposure factors, operating
instructions and maintenance schedules are observed.
Related Links
X-ray generator mini console on page 22
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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.
• High speed start-up that boosts the tube anode to ca. 9000 rpm.
No more than four high-speed start-ups are allowed per minute. An error
is indicated if the number is exceeded.
High speed start-up is available during no more than 30 seconds. After that
period the rotation speed will be reduced to low speed.
After the exposure and when the exposure button is released, the tube anode
is braked automatically.
Caution: When the X-ray tube anode is rotating with high speed
the generator must not be turned off. Please wait until the
system is on low speed before switching the generator off. The
bearings of the X-ray tube can be damaged if the generator is
switched off before the anode is braked.
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X-ray generator messages and warning signals
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:
• Preparation: flashing of prepare ready indicator (green LED)

• X-ray tube is prepared: prepare ready indicator is continuously lit (green
LED)
• Exposure: radiation indicator is continuously lit (red LED)
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 indicated.
In case of failure the exposure is instantaneously terminated when:
• AEC faulty
• Initial dose too high or too low with AEC (if function is activated)
• Maximum exposure time of 3.2 sec reached in 1-point technique with AEC
• mAs product of 600 mAs is reached
• Maximum permissible exposure time of 6.3 sec is reached (safety switch
off)
• Door contact is opened
Related Links
System messages on page 143
X-ray generator mini console on page 22
Topics:
• X-ray generator errors

• Error numbers
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X-ray generator errors

Follow the instructions for each specific error. Never open the machine.
The table contains an action for each error.
1 Notify service
2 Notify service on frequent occurrence
3 Can be eliminated by operator
Error numbers
Error Display Explanation Action
number
1 tube kV max Tube voltage too high (>166 2
kV/132 kV)
2 control A max Load current too high (> 250 2
A)
3 tube mA max Tube current too high (> 900 2
A)
4 tube +-kV diff Tube voltage difference 2
between +URist and-
URist>15kV
5 tube +-mA diff Tube current difference 2
between +IRist and -IRist
>100mA
6 ROM test ROM test checksum error 1
7 RAM test RAM test error 1
8 unknown unknown error 2
9 no Tube kV Tube voltage < 10kV after 2
1ms or < 50% after 30ms
10 tube kV too high Tube voltage > rated voltage 2
+ 25%
11 inverter overload Converter overload ( > 2
150000WS)
12 send timeout Serial interface transmit 2
timeout
13 E²Prom checksum E2PROM checksum error 1
14 watchdog Watchdog error 2
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number
15 receive timeout Serial interface receipt timeout 2
16 E²Prom wait timeout E2PROM access timeout 1
17 fillament system Heater fault 2
18 DAP system Area dose measuring system 1
self test error
19 filament parameter Deviating heating parameters 1
in E2PROM
20 +-15V low +-15V outside tolerance 2
21 +5V low +5V outside tolerance 2
22 key is on Key on control panel has been 2
pressed during switch-on
23 XRAY key is on Exposure or fluoroscopy key 2
has been pressed during
switch-on
24 mAs max Current time product in mAs 3
has reached its limit
25 exposure too short Not used 2
26 generator not ready Tube switchover error 2
27 service intervall Service interval for 1
maintenance
28 no Tube mA Tube current < 50% after 30 2
ms
29 tube > 70°C Hood temperature > 70°C 2/3
30 to save data push 'M' - -
31 'NOT' signal 'EMERGENCY' safety signal 2
active
32 door open Door contact open 3
33 exp. time > 6.3s Exposure time > 6.3 sec 3
34 exp. time > 3.2s Exposure time > 3.2 sec 2/3
(automatic exposure control)
35 exp. time < 2ms Exposure time < 2 msec 2/3
36 AEC exposure break Exposure aborted by operator 3
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number
37 dose too low after Dose too small after 50 ms 3
50ms (automatic exposure control)
38 pulse delay too long Exposure pause between 2 2
pulses > 2 sec (automatic
exposure control)
39 exp. prepare Exposure preparation timeout 3
timeout
40 device ready Device ready timeout 2
timeout
41 starter timeout Normal speed starter timeout 2
42 grid is on Grid active in idle state 2
43 RTC checksum, Batt. RTC (real time clock) error, 1
low RTC battery discharged
44 starter system Normal speed starter fault 2
current
45 no main current Load current < 4A after 0.5 ms 2
46 exposure stopped by Exposure aborted by operator 3
user
47 controller - E²prom Cpu-E2Prom alignment 1
verify
48 Wrong tube position Tube position sensor 2/3
49 Tube mA too high Tube current outside tolerance 2
50 Device not ready Device or device interface not 2
(CAN) ready
51 No BUS-Signal from No stop signal from automatic 1
AEC exposure control
52 FLXIS not ready No communication to TV chain 1
53 Anode heat content Max Tube heat storage 2
>100% ! capacity, cool down the tube
61 Receiver overflow Serial interface receive buffer 2
overflow
62 Transmitter Serial interface transmit buffer 2
overflow overflow
63 Transfer system Serial interface controller 2
error
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number
64 CAN system CAN bus transfer error 2
65 BUS system CAN bus transfer is highly 1
interfered or interrupted
67 SCB transfer Storz bus system timeout 2
timeout
68 SCB false version Storz bus version error 1
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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 mAs Step mAs Step mAs Step mAs
0 0.5 10 5.0 20 50 30 500
1 0.63 11 6.3 21 63 31 600
2 0.8 12 8.0 22 80
3 1.0 13 10 23 100
4 1.3 14 13 24 125
5 1.6 15 16 25 160
6 2.0 16 20 26 200
7 2.5 17 25 27 250
8 3.2 18 32 28 320
9 4.0 19 40 29 400
Tube current [mA]
Step mA Step mA
0 10 10 100
1 13 11 125
2 16 12 160
3 20 13 200
4 25 14 250
5 32 15 320
6 40 16 400
7 50 17 500
8 63 18 650
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Step mA Step mA
(only for generator with 50 kW power or higher)
9 80 19 800
(only for generator with 65 kW power or higher)
Exposure time [ms]
Step ms Step ms Step ms Step ms
0 1 10 13 20 130 30 1250
1 2 11 16 21 160 31 1600
2 3 12 20 22 200 32 2000
3 4 13 25 23 250 33 2500
4 5 14 32 24 320 34 3200
5 6 15 40 25 400 35 4000
6 7 16 50 26 500 36 5000
7 8 17 63 27 630 37 6300
8 10 18 80 28 800
9 11 19 100 29 1000
Note: Not all exposure parameters may be available, depending

on the configuration of X-ray generator, X-ray tube and DR
Detector.
Maximum tube current [mA] at 100 kVp and 0.1 s
HFe 401 HFe 501 HFe 601 HFe 801

(40 kW) (50 kW) (65 kW) (80 kW)
E7884X LSS: 400 mA LSS: 500 mA - -
E7252X LSS: 400 mA LSS: 450 mA HSS: 650 mA -
HSS: 400 mA HSS: 500 mA
E7254FX LSS: 400 mA LSS: 500 mA HSS: 650 mA HSS: 800 mA
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HFe 401 HFe 501 HFe 601 HFe 801

(40 kW) (50 kW) (65 kW) (80 kW)
HSS: 400 mA HSS: 500 mA
E7869XX - - HSS: 650 mA HSS: 800 mA
• LSS: Low Speed Start option

• HSS: High Speed Start option
All Values are valid for 3-phase generator power line and large focal spot.
Values for other exposure conditions can be determined using the technical
data of the generator and the data sheets of the X-ray tubes.
In regular use these maximum exposure settings will not create doses that can
cause deterministic effects. Effective patient doses for typical exposures are
listed in Test Report for IEC 60601-1-3.
Switching between small focus and large focus may have a delay of a few
seconds. The focus is controlled by a relais and it requires the filament to cool
down 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 4 ms. When the kV setting is changed, the
value of mA and ms are adjusted automatically to keep the mAs value
constant, within the boundaries of generator or X-ray tube limitations.
Note: The accuracy for exposure parameter settings complies to
EN IEC 60601-2-54 with absolute maximum of 10% for kV and
an absolute maximum of 20% for mA.
Related Links
System Documentation on page 27
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142 | DR 400 | Problem solving
Problem solving
Topics:
• System messages
• Restoring connection between generator and NX after generator failure
• Automatic collimation always too wide or too narrow
• Empty Bucky Failure, Double Exposure Failure
• NX does not connect to the generator due to ID tablet
• No table movement
• DR Detector is Exceeding the Maximum Working Temperature
• DR Detector must be Recalibrated
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System messages
The system can display messages to the user on the screen.
• Software Console
• Message frame
Click the message frame to view older messages.
• Dialog box
The software console displays a dialog box in the middle of the screen.
The dialog box can contain a title, a status description, an instruction
for the user and a button.
• Tube head display
• Message frame
Click the right half of the device status frame to display the message
frame. To hide the message frame, click anywhere in the display.
Message drop down

*June 10, 1960, 08154711032,
1 Chest PA 3
No detector inserted
1
Grid inserted
All components in normal state
OK
1. Message frame
2. Dialog box
3. Device status frame
Figure 58: Messages
Messages can appear on the software console, on the tube head display, or on
both.
There are different types of messages.
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Type of Icon Display User response

message
Information Software Information messages help to
Console understand the workflow status
message frame and do not affect safety or
efficiency.
Tube head
display message
frame
Warning Software Read the message carefully. Click
Console dialog the button in the dialog box to
box continue operation.
Software Read the message carefully.
Console
message frame
Tube head
display message
frame
Error Software Read the message carefully. Click
Console dialog the button in the dialog box to
box continue operation.
Tube head Read the message carefully.
display message
frame
Blocking error Software Read the message carefully. It
Console dialog provides instructions to resolve
box the problem. Operation is blocked
until the problem is resolved. The
dialog box is closed automatically
when the problem is resolved.
Messages that require no user response disappear automatically.

Warning or error messages may instruct to contact the Agfa service
organization if the problem repeats, but by following the instructions in the
message, the user can restore the operation of the system.
Related Links
X-ray generator messages and warning signals on page 134
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Restoring connection between generator and NX after

generator failure
Details An error on the generator occurred. NX lost connection
to the generator.
An error message that no connection with the
generator can be established is displayed on the
Software Console.
Cause After a shutdown of the generator, the communication

between the X-ray generator and the NX workstation is
broken.
Brief Solution To set up the communication between the X-ray

generator and the NX workstation:
1. Switch off the X-ray generator at X-ray generator
console.
2. After some seconds, switch the X-ray generator
back on.
3. Select an empty thumbnail in the Image Overview
pane of the Examination window.
4. The error message disappears. This may take some
time.
If an error is indicated on the X-ray generator by a
signal, repeat step 1 to 3.
During startup of the NX application and the Software
Console, the communication to the generator is set up
and the self-test of the generator is triggered.
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Automatic collimation always too wide or too narrow

Details The collimated area is not adapted correctly to the size
of the cassette or DR Detected inserted in the bucky.
Cause The sensors in the bucky that detect the size of the
cassette or DR Detector are dirty or have become weak.
Brief Solution Wipe the sensors in the bucky with a lint-free cloth. If
needed, moisten the cloth with a neutral detergent.
Figure 59: Location of the sensors in the bucky
If the problem persists, contact your local service

organization to exchange the sensors.
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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.
• CR:
Error message 40 is displayed on the Software
Console.
• DR:
No error message is displayed. An empty image is
received in the NX.
Cause Possible causes:

• Functionality to avoid double exposure is activated
and the cassette has not been removed after the last
exposure. This applies to CR only.
• No cassette or detector is inserted in the selected
bucky.
Brief Solution 1. Enter an unexposed cassette or a detector in the

bucky.
2. Confirm the error message in the Software Console.
This applies to CR only.
3. On the NX workstation, click Copy Exposure to
create a new thumbnail (DR) or click Add Image to
add a new exposure.
4. Repeat the steps described in the Basic Workflow.
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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.
An error message that no connection with the
generator can be established is displayed on the
Software Console.
Restarting the NX application does not help.
Cause Conflicting communication sequence during startup of

NX between the generator and the ID Tablet.
Brief Solution 1. Switch off the ID Tablet.

3. Switch on the ID Tablet.
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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. Press the Power OFF button on the X-ray generator
control box to switch off the generator.
2. Switch off the electrical room switch.
3. Wait for 30 seconds.
4. Switch on the electrical room switch.
5. Press the Power ON button on the X-ray generator
control box to switch on the system.
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DR Detector is Exceeding the Maximum Working

Temperature
Details A message is displayed on NX indicating that the DR
Detector is exceeding 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.
Brief Solution 1. Power off the DR Detector.

2. Leave the DR Detector unpowered for at least one
hour.
4. Power on the DR Detector.
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DR Detector must be Recalibrated

Details A message is displayed on NX indicating that the DR
Detector must be recalibrated.
Cause A DR Detector must be recalibrated at regular interval.
Brief Solution Follow the instructions in the DR System Key User

Manual to calibrate the DR Detector:
• DX-D DR Detector Calibration Key User Manual,
document 0134
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152 | DR 400 | Technical Data
Technical Data
Topics:
• DR 400 Technical Data

• Generator Technical Data
• RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data
• RAD Wall Stand Technical Data
• X-Ray Tube Technical Data
• Bucky Unit Technical Data
• Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data
• Ralco R221 Collimator Technical Data
• Ralco R225 ACS Collimator Technical Data
• Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) Technical Data
• DX-D Fixed DR Detector Technical Data
• Portable DR Detector Technical Data
• NX Workstation Technical Data
• DR Generator Sync Box Technical Data
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DR 400 Technical Data

Manufacturer Agfa HealthCare N.V.
Septestraat 27
2640 Mortsel, Belgium
Type 5520/XXX
Power line 400 V Y- 400V 3N~ PE (Y) 50/60 Hz

source
Power line 400/480 V 400/480V 3~PE (delta without N) 50/60Hz

Delta-source
The power setting is selected during installation
and printed on the type label.
Maximum current 400V 480V

(0.2sec) / Power
40 kW generator 92 A / 62 kVA 79 A / 62 kVA
Stand-by power max. 3.3 A
Table movement (full max. 7.0 A

load of 320 kg)
Permanent filtration
E7254FX X-ray tube 2.8 mm Al @75kVp

(+ 0.2 mm Al with DAP meter integrated in the
collimator)
E7884X and E7252X X- 2.9 mm Al @ 75kVp

ray tube
collimator)
E7869X X-ray tube 3.1 mm Al @ 75kVp
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collimator)
Environmental conditions
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
Environmental Conditions (during normal operation)
Temperature (ambient) between 10° and 35° Celsius
Humidity (non condensing) between 30 and 75 % relative humidity
Atmospheric pressure between 70 and 106 kPa
Maximum altitude 3000 m
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Generator Technical Data

Manufacturer Spellman High Voltage Electronics GmbH
Josef-Baumann-Strasse 23
D-44805 Bochum, Germany
Supported EDITOR HFe EDITOR HFe EDITOR HFe EDITOR HFe

Models 401 501 601 801
Max. Power 40 kW 50 kW 65 kW 80 kW
Power Output 500mA: 625mA: 800mA: 800mA:

(at 0.1s) 80kVp 80kVp 80kVp 80kVp
400mA: 500mA: 650mA: 800mA:
100kVp 100kVp 100kVp 100kVp
320mA: 400mA: 520mA: 640mA:
266mA: 330mA: 430mA: 530mA:
kV-Range 40-150 kV 40-150 kV 40-150 kV 40-150 kV
mAs-Range 0.5-600 mAs 0.5-600 mAs 0.5-600 mAs 0.5-600 mAs
mA-Range 10-500 mA 10-650 mA 10-800 mA 10-800 mA
ms-Range 1-6300 ms 1-6300 ms 1-6300 ms 1-6300 ms
Power line 400 400V 3N~ PE (Y) 50/60 Hz

V Y-source
Power line 400/480V 3~PE (delta without N) 50/60Hz

400/480 V
The power setting is selected during installation and
Delta-source
printed on the type label.
Dimensions 89 cm x 43 cm x 29 cm (WxDxH)
Weight 78 kg (400V)
90 kg (400/480V)
Duty cycle The Generator duty cycle is continuous, but limits should
be set during installation depending on the capacity of the
X-ray tube.
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The values for Power Output represent the maximum power output of the X-
ray generator. These values do not represent the available exposure
parameter settings on the Software Console.
Related Links
Exposure parameters on page 139
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RAD Table and X-Ray Tube Stand Technical Data

Septestraat 27
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 RAD Table 140 cm x 77 cm x 70 cm (WxDxH)
Elevating RAD Table 140 cm x 77 cm x 55-90 cm (WxDxH)
Tabletop 220 cm x 81 cm x 4 cm (WxDxH)
Tabletop movement Longitudinal 110 cm

Transversal 24 cm
Maximum SID 110 cm (at 70 cm table height)

130 cm (at 55 cm table height,
elevating RAD Table only)
Distance between tabletop and < 60 mm

detector
X-ray tube stand column height 228 cm
X-ray tube stand arm length 93 cm
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Minimum room height 245 cm
Tabletop attenuation equivalent ≤ 0.7

mm Aluminum
According to
DIN EN 60601-1-3 with 100kV and
HVL 3.6 mm Al
FDA 21 CFR § 1020.30 (n) with 100kV
and HVL 3.6 mm Al
Weight
Fixed height RAD Table 290 kg
Elevating RAD Table 350 kg
X-ray tube stand column 120 kg
X-ray tube stand arm 25 kg
X-ray tube plus collimator 40 kg

(maximum weight)
Maximum load on the RAD Table 320 kg
Movement ranges
Transversal axis or y-axis ± 7 cm
movement (back & front)
Vertical axis or z-axis movement 33.5 cm to 180 cm from the floor
(up & down)
The movement range may vary
depending on the type of X-ray tube.
Longitudinal axis (x-axis) 131 cm
movement (right & left)
Alpha axis rotation (Angle of the ±110° with mechanical detents at 0°,
X-ray tube) ±45°, ±90°
Beta axis rotation (swivel of the ±90° with mechanical detents at 0°,
X-ray tube arm around the tube ±45°, ±90°
stand axis)
Bucky horizontal movement in 50 cm
the table
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Rotation of the collimator ±90°

around the axis of the X-ray
beam Caution: Rotation may be
limited by cables. Avoid
strain on the cables
during rotation.
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RAD Wall Stand Technical Data

Septestraat 27
Type
WS-Manual-001 5522/100
WS-Manual-T-001 5522/200
WS-Manual-002 5522/300
WS-Manual-T-002 5522/400
Dimensions
Vertical RAD Wall Stand 65.1 cm x 36.7 cm x 224.5 cm

(WxDxH)
Vertical and tilting RAD Wall 65.1 cm x 63.0 cm x 224.5 cm

Stand (WxDxH)
Height of detector center 33.5 to 185 cm
Angle of the detector -20° to +90°
Typical SID range 100 cm to 280 cm (decided during

installation)
(*)
Distance between front panel and 48 mm

detector
(*)
Front panel attenuation equivalent ≤ 0.7

mm Aluminum
According to
DIN EN 60601-1-3 with 100kV and
HVL 3.6 mm Al
FDA 21 CFR § 1020.30 (n) with 100kV
and HVL 3.6 mm Al
Weight
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Vertical RAD Wall Stand 157 kg
Vertical and tilting RAD Wall 196 kg

Stand
Maximum load on the bucky 32 kg
Maximum load on the brakes for 250 N

the vertical movement
(*) specific values do not apply as technical data of the system in China
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X-Ray Tube Technical Data

Manufacturer Toshiba Electron Tubes & Devices Co.,
Ltd.
1385 Shimoishigami
Otawara-Shi, Tochigi-Ken 324-8550
Japan
E7884X X-ray Tube 12º

150 kVp
dual focal spots 0.6 and 1.2 mm
300 KHU
LS 20/50 kW (50Hz) 22/54 kW (60Hz)
7,24x106 mAh@150kVp maximum
load
E7252X X-ray Tube 12º

150 kVp
300 KHU
LS 14/41 kW (50Hz) 16/45 kW (60Hz)
HS 27/75 kW (180Hz)
load
E7254FX X-ray Tube 12º

150 kVp
400 KHU
LS 22/55 kW (50Hz) 23/60 kW (60Hz)
HS 40/102 kW (180Hz)
load
E7869XX X-ray Tube 12º
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150 kVp
600 KHU
LS 21/53 kW (50Hz) 23/58 kW (60Hz)
HS 40/100 kW (180Hz)
load
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Bucky Unit Technical Data

Septestraat 27
Type
BT-Cassette-T-001 5523/100
BT-Cassette-T-ACSS-001 5523/120
BT-Cassette-WS-L-001 5523/200
BT-Cassette-WS-ACSS-L-001 5523/220
BT-Cassette-WS-R-001 5523/250
BT-Cassette-WS-ACSS-R-001 5523/270
BT-Fixed-T-001 5523/300
BT-Fixed-WS-L-001 5523/310
BT-Fixed-WS-R-001 5523/320
Dimensions
Dimensions in RAD Table 65.5 cm x 60.0 cm x 8.0 cm

(WxLxH)
Dimensions in RAD Wall Stand 62.5 cm x 61.5 cm x 12.5 cm

(WxLxH)
Weight (without detector)
Bucky for DR Detector or CR cassette 23.5 kg

in RAD Table
Bucky for DR Detector or CR cassette 26.0 kg

in RAD Wall Stand
DX-D Fixed DR Detector bucky 13 kg
Electrical connection
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(type 5523/100, 5523/200, 5523/250, 5523/300, 5523/310, 5523/320)
Operating voltage 24 VDC
Operating current 80 mA
(type 5523/120, 5523/220, 5523/270)
Operating voltage 24 VDC
Operating current 375 mA
Supported sizes
Supported sizes 15x30 to 43x35

in portrait and landscape
orientation
Lifetime
Expected lifetime for the bucky 10 years
Grid
Manufacturer JPI Healthcare Solutions Inc

52 Newtown Plaza
Plainview NY 11803 USA
Type
100 cm 5523/600
150 cm 5523/610
180 cm 5523/620
Parallell grid 5523/630
Dimensions
Dimension 480 mm x 455 mm (W x L)
Orientation of grid lines Parallel to 455 mm side
Weight 1.6 kg
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Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) Technical Data

Manufacturer VacuTec Messtechnik GmbH
Dornblüthstrasse 13
D-01277 Dresden, Germany
Supported Type No. 145 00 44
Description 3-field chamber with electronics
Exposure dose range 1 to 100 uGy
Exposure time range 1 ms to 10 s
Attenuation equivalent mm < 0.75

Aluminum
Dimensions 45 cm x 45 cm x 0.75 cm (WxLxH)
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Ralco R221 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
1mm Al + 0.2mm Cu
Maximum field Size at SID of 100 48 cm x 48 cm

cm
Dimensions 18.3 cm x 24.1 cm x 16.8 cm (WxDxH)
Weight 7.7 kg
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Ralco R225 ACS 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
1mm Al + 0.2mm Cu
Maximum field Size at SID of 100 48 cm x 48 cm

cm
Weight 11 kg
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Dose Area Product Meter (DAP) Technical Data

Manufacturer VacuTec Messtechnik GmbH
Dornblüthstrasse 13
D-01277 Dresden, Germany
Supported Type VacuDAP 2004
Dose area product range (0.1 to 3x105) µGy x cm2/s
Attenuation 0.44 mm Al equivalent (70 kV)
Quality filtration 0.24 mm Al equivalent (70 kV)
Active area 14.7 cm x 14.7 cm
Weight 255 g
Correction factors for using the DAP meter on high altitude
Environmental conditions Correction factor
75 kPa (ca. 2500 m) 1.26

0° Celcius
75 kPa (ca. 2500 m) 1.31

20° Celcius
70 kPa (ca. 3000 m) 1.35

0° Celcius
70 kPa (ca. 3000 m) 1.40

20° Celcius
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DX-D Fixed DR Detector Technical Data

Manufacturer
Manufacturer DR Detector Varian X-Ray Products,

1678 So. Pioneer Rd,
Salt Lake City,
UT 84104, USA
Supported models
4343R (part number 7965) CsI conversion screen
4343R (part number 7964) GOS conversion screen
Electrical Connection
Operating voltage 90-240 V (AC)
Mains fuse protection 6A
Mains frequency 47-63 Hz
Power consumption
Maximum power consumption 45 W
Warming-up time
1 hour
Throughput
Maximum number of image 150 acquisitions per hour

acquisitions
Pixel Matrix
Pixel size 139 µm (H,V)
Pixel matrix 3072(H) x 3072(V)
Active pixel matrix 3056(H) x 3056(V)
Fill factor 100 %
Detector type Amorphous Silicon
Active area size 42,7 cm (H) x 42,7 cm (V)
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Reliability
Estimated product life (if regularly 100 000 RAD

serviced and maintained according
to Agfa instructions)
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Portable DR Detector Technical Data

Refer to the DR Detector User Manual.
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NX Workstation Technical Data

Operating voltage 90 – 263VAC
Mains fuse protection 5.5A
Mains frequency 47 – 63 Hz
Power consumption
Maximum power consumption 320W
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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
Power consumption 40 W (max. 0.4 A)
Estimated product life 7 years
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Remarks for HF-emission and immunity

Topics:
• Remarks for HF-emission and immunity

• Essential performance
• Cables, transducers and accessories
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176 | DR 400 | Remarks for HF-emission and immunity
Remarks for HF-emission and immunity

This device was tested for a normal hospital environment as described above.
The user of the device should ensure that it is used in such an environment.
Warning: The HF-emission and immunity can be influenced
by connected data cables depending on length and the
manner of installation.
The use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified, with
the exception of transducers and cables sold by the manufacturer of the DR
400 system (refer to the section Cables, transducers and accessories) as
replacement parts for internal components, may result in increased HF-
emission or decreased HF-immunity of the DR 400 system.
Warning: The DR detectors might be interfered with by
other equipment.
Warning: The DR 400 system should not be used adjacent to

or stacked with other equipment and that if adjacent or
stacked use is necessary, the DR 400 system should be
observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in
which it will be used.
Table 6: Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic

emissions
The DR 400 system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment

specified below. The customer or the user of the DR 400 system should
assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emission test Complianc Electromagnetic environment

e guidance
RF emissions in accordance Group 1 The DR 400 system uses RF

with CISPR 11 energy only for its internal
function. Therefore, its RF
emissions are very low and are
not likely to cause any
interference in nearby electronic
equipment.
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RF emissions in accordance Class A The DR 400 system is suitable

with CISPR 11 for use in all establishments
other than domestic and those
Harmonic emissions in Not directly connected to the public
accordance with IEC applicable low-voltage power supply
61000-3-2 network that supplies buildings
used for domestic purposes.
Voltage fluctuations / Not
applicable
flicker emissions in
accordance with
IEC 61000-3-3
This DR 400 system is intended for operation in the electromagnetic

environment given below. The user of the DR 400 system should ensure that it
is used in such an environment.

immunity

Immunity IEC 60601 Test Compliance Electromagnetic

test Level level environment
guidance
Discharge of ± 6 kV contact ± 6 kV contact Floors should consist

static discharge discharge of wood, concrete or
electricity in ceramic tiles. The
± 8 kV air ± 8 kV air
accordance relative humidity
discharge discharge
with IEC must be at least 30%,
61000-4-2 if the floor is made of
synthetic material.
Fast transient ± 2 kV for ± 2 kV for The quality of the

electrical network leads network leads voltage supplied
disturbance should correspond to
± 1 kV for entry ± 1 kV for entry
variables / a typical commercial
and outlet leads and outlet leads
bursts in or clinical
accordance environment.
with IEC
61000-4-4
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Impulse ± 1 kV push-pull ± 1 kV push-pull The quality of the

voltages voltage voltage voltage supplied
(surges) in should correspond to
± 2 kV common ± 2 kV common
accordance that of a typical
mode voltage mode voltage
with IEC commercial or clinical
61000-4-5 environment.
Voltage dips, < 5% UT (>95% not applicable Mains power quality

short dip in UT) for 0.5 should be that of a
interruptions cycle typical commercial or
and voltage hospital environment.
variations on 40% UT (60% not applicable If the user of the DR
power supply dip in UT) for 5 400 requires
iput lines in cycles continued operation
accordance during power mains
70% UT (30% not applicable
with IEC interruptions, it is
dip in UT) for 25
61000-4-11 recommended that
cycles
the DR 400 be
< 5% UT (>95% < 5% UT (>95% powered from an
dip in UT) for 5 s dip in UT) for 5 s uninterruptible power
supply or a battery.
Magnetic field 3 A/m 3 A/m Magnetic field at the

at the supply network frequency
frequency should correspond to
(50/60 Hz) in the typical values as
accordance they are in a
with IEC commercial and
61000-4-8 clinical environment.
• REMARK : UT is the alternating current in the network before the

application of the test level.

immunity

Immunity test IEC 60601 Complian Electromagnetic environment

Test Level ce level guidance
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Use portable and mobile radio

sets at a safe distance from the
device (including the leads) not
closer than the recommended
protective distance, which is
calculated according to the
equation suitable for the
transmission frequency.
Recommended protective
distance:
Conducted 3 Veff 3 Veff

high frequency d = 1.2
150 kHz to
disturbance
80 MHz
variables in
accordance
with
IEC 61000-4-6
Radiated high 3 V/m 3 V/m

frequency d = 1.2 80 MHz to 800
80 MHz to MHz
disturbance
2.5 GHz
variables in
accordance
with
IEC 61000-4-3
d = 2.3 800 MHz to 2.5

GHz
With P as the rated power of

the transmitter in watts (W) in
accordance with the
manufacturer information on
the transmitter and d as the
recommended protective
distance in metres (m).
The field strength of stationary
radio transmitters is lower than
the level of the agreement at all
frequencies in accordance with
an on-site investigation.
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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 precisely predetermined theoretically. An
investigation of the location is recommended, to ascertain the
electromagnetic environment as a result of stationary high frequency
transmitters. If the field strength of the device exceeds the level of
agreement given above, the device must be observed with regard to its
normal operation at each place of use. In case of unusual performance
characteristics, it can be necessary to take additional measures, such as the
re-orientation of the device, for example.
The field strength will be lower than 3 V/m above the frequency range from
150 kHz to 80 MHz.
• REMARK 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz the separation distance for the
higher frequency range applies.
• REMARK 2: These Guidelines may not apply to all situations. The
dispersion of electromagnetic waves is influenced by absorption and
reflections from buildings, objects and people.
Radio frequency communications equipment can effect medical electrical

equipment.
Table 9: Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF

communications equipment and the DR 400 system
The DR 400 system is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in

which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of
the DR 400 system can help prevent electromagnetic interference by
maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF
communications equipment (transmitters) and the DR 400 system as
recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the
communications equipment.
Rated Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter

maximum
m
output
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power of
transmitter
W
150 kHz to 80 80 MHz to 800 800 MHz to 2.5

MHz MHz GHz
d = 1.2 d = 1.2 d = 2.3
0.01 0.12 0.12 0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38 0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated at a maximum output power not listed above, the
recommended separation distance d in metres (m) can be estimated using
the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the
maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to
the transmitter manufacturer.
• NOTE 1 At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher
frequency range applies.
• NOTE 2 These guidelines may not apply in all situations.
Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection
from structures, objects and people.
Related Links
Cables, transducers and accessories on page 183
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Essential performance
EUT-specific compliance criteria considering Essential Performance of
Equipment under Test:
• No error messages on panel and on display of EUT
• No unintended move of table, wall stand and tube-head during mode X-
Ray and Standby / no interruption during “Move” mode
• No unintended X-Ray triggering
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Cables, transducers and accessories

Cables, transducers and accessories which were tested and found to comply
with the collateral standard IEC60601-1-2 (EMC):
Caution: Using cables and accessories not mentioned in this
manual or spare parts not ordered from Agfa, may cause a
higher emission of electromagnetic phenomena and/or may rise
the susceptibility against it.
from to type maximum remark

length
wall outlet table (cable 5 x AWG6 5m not
mains input) delivered
with the
system
control room table input 2 x AWG21 15 m not
(light push terminal (0.5 mm2) delivered
button) with the
system
(lamp red) terminal (1.0 mm2) delivered
with the
system
(lamp yellow) terminal (1.0 mm2) delivered
with the
system
(door contact) terminal (1.0 mm2) delivered
with the
system
control room table input 9 pin sub D 20 m unshielded
(Com A) terminal
control room table input Standard 15 m unshielded
(Com B) terminal RS-232 cable
(9 pin sub D)
control room table input 15 m
(ground) terminal
Table output wall stand 10 x AWG21 20 m mandatory
terminal (x8 input terminal (0.5 mm2)
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length
24V, light
push button,
duple
exposure
protection)
table output wall stand 3 x AWG18 20 m mandatory
terminal (230 input terminal (1.0 mm2)
V)
table output wall stand CAT 5e (SF/ 20 m double
terminal input terminal UTP) shielded
(AEC)
mandatory
table output wall stand 20 m mandatory
terminal input terminal
(ground)
Optional
(DR Generator terminal (Pin 9 is not
Sync Box 1) (Sync 01) connected)
(DR Generator terminal (Pin 9 is not
control room wall stand 9 pin sub D 16 m unshielded
(DR Generator input terminal (Pin 9 is not
control room wall stand 9 pin sub D 16 m unshielded
(DR Generator input terminal (Pin 9 is not
DX-D Fixed NX CAT 6 SF/UTP 40 m double

DR Detector workstation shielded (no
connectors
or allowed)
DR Detector
I/O box
Topics:
• For type 5520/200 only

• Optional
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For type 5520/200 only

length
table output wall stand input 9 pin sub D 20 m shielded
terminal terminal (CAN)
Optional
length
table output control room NX Cat 5e 15 m shielded
terminal Workstation
Aux.
table output wired hand 01090350F 1.8 m unshielded,
terminal control optional
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186 | DR 400 | Stray Radiation
Stray Radiation
200
180
160
S1,S2
140 S3
S4,S5
Distance to floor [cm]
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
0 0,1 0,2 0,3 0,4 0,5
Kerma [uGy]
• S1,S2: 100 kV; SID 110 cm; tube/detector centre height 140cm over floor
• S3: 100 kV; SID 100 cm; table height of 70 cm (standard working height)
• S4,S5: 100 kV; SID 100 cm; table height of 70 cm (standard working
height)
Figure 60: Measurement of stray radiation in zones of occupancy (Sx)
For the diagram above a maximum throughput of 30 exposures/hour was

used. This complies with a throughput of 15 patients/hour with typically 2
exposures done per patient.
Related Links
Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Table on page 37
Significant zones of occupancy at the RAD Wall Stand on page 38
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Agfa HealthCare NV, Septestraat 27, B-2640 Mortsel - Belgium

Copyright 2015 Agfa HealthCare N.V

All rights reserved.

Published by Agfa HealthCare N.V.

B-2640 Mortsel - Belgium.

No part of this document may be reproduced, copied, adapted or transmitted

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• Introduction to this Manual

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Introduction to this Manual

• Scope of this Manual

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Scope of this Manual

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Warnings, Cautions, Instructions and Notes

Caution: Cautions are directions which, if they are not followed,

Instruction: This sign is typically used in combination with the

Note: Notes provide advice and highlight unusual points. A note is

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Table 1: Equipment classification

Class I equipment Equipment in which protection against electric

Type B equipment A Type B piece of equipment is one that provides a

Water ingress IP10

Cleaning See section on cleaning and disinfecting.

Disinfection See section on cleaning and disinfecting.

Operation Continuous operation.

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Options and Accessories

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Figure 2: RAD Table

RAD Wall Stand

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Figure 3: RAD Wall Stand with vertical bucky

Control Panel of the X-Ray Tube Stand

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Tube head display

Detector table 0.1 mm Cu

Figure 6: Example of the tube head display

NX Application on the NX Workstation

Figure 7: the NX application

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Figure 8: Software Console

Figure 9: DR Detector Switch

Battery status icon

Meaning Full Medium Low Empty

Connection status icon (wifi/