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GE Definium 5000 Operator's Manual

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5197809-1EN
Rev. 4 (13 February 2008)
© 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

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  • Page 1 Definium 5000 X-Ray System Operator Manual 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 2 The original language of this manual is English. GE Medical Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and features shown herein, or discontinue the product described at any time without notice or obligation.
  • Page 3 GE Healthcare 3000 N Grandview Ave Waukesha WI 53188-1696 US Phone number: United States: 262-544-3011 International: +1-262-544-3011 Web address: www.gehealthcare.com Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 4 6-12 Added definition of acronym “SPS” to first bullet point at top of page. ''Scheduled Procedure Step (SPS)”. Changed step 14. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    About the Definium 5000........
  • Page 6 Auto Refresh ............... . . 5-13 TOC-2 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 7 Change Image Display ............... . .8-7 TOC-3 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 8 Quality Test Preparation ..............10-2 TOC-4 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 9 Export DEI Log ................11-28 TOC-5 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 10 Edit Image Processing..............A-16 TOC-6 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 11 X-Ray Source Assembly Filtration ............. . C-2 TOC-7 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.

  • Page 12: Chapter 1: About This Guide

    Topics covered include: • About the Definium 5000 (p. 1-1) • Safety Information (p. 1-2) •...

  • Page 13: Graphic Conventions And Legends

    Note that you will find additional safety information throughout your Learning and Reference Guide. If you need additional training, seek assistance from qualified GE Healthcare personnel. The equipment is intended for use by qualified personnel only. This guide should be kept with the equipment and be readily available at all times.

  • Page 14: Safety Notices

    NOTE: A Note provides additional information that is helpful to you. It may emphasize certain information regarding special tools or techniques, items to check before proceeding, or factors to consider about a concept or task. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 15: Chapter 2: Safety And Regulatory

    All system movements are motorized. IMPORTANT!: Only components that are listed by GE for use with the Definium 5000 should be connected to and/or used with the system. Non-system software should not be loaded onto any system computer.

  • Page 16: X-Ray Protection

    Study this manual carefully before using the equipment and keep it at hand for quick reference. WARNING: Only qualified personnel previously trained in X-ray systems may handle the equipment described in this manual Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 17 Those responsible for the system must understand the safety requirements for X- ray operation. Please study this manual and the manuals for each system component to be fully aware of all the safety and operational requirements. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 18 Image Pasting patient barrier <0.08 Non-elevating table <1.05 Non-elevating table with carbon-fiber table top <1.0 Elevating table with carbon-fiber table top <1.2 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 19: Safety Symbols

    Figure 2-1 Radiation Zone Safety Symbols The following safety symbols will be used in the equipment. Their meaning are described in Table 2-2 below. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 20 Type B equipment. Dangerous voltage. Ground. Emergency Stop Disposal of Waste. Refer to Disposal of Waste (p. 2-11) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 21: Responsibilities

    Weight-bearing stand WARNING: Make sure that the x-ray tube is placed in to working position with the reference axis (X- ray beam) pointing to the reception area. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 22: Maximum Permissible Dose (Mpd)

    While operating or servicing x-ray equipment, always keep a distance not less than 2 meters from the focal spot and X-ray beam, protect body and do not expose hands, wrists, arms or other parts of the body to the primary beam. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 23: Monitoring Of Personnel

    Statement of compliance: This X-ray Unit with radiation protection in accordance with IEC 60601-1-3 for which compliance is to be stated. This equipment meets Standard IEC 60601-1-3 requirements. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 24: Product Identification

    Installation Dolly Identification, CE Elevating table Identification, HHS, CE, X-Ray Generator Identification, HHS, CE, NRTL NRTL Sedecal Software Identification 2-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 25: Certifications

    This product consists of devices that may contain mercury, which must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with local, state, or federal laws. (Within this system, the backlight lamps in the monitor display contain mercury.) 2-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 26: Emergency Procedures

    To provide reasonable protection against such interference, the Definium 5000 complies with emissions limits for Group 1, Class A Medical Devices as stated in EN 60601-1-2.

  • Page 27: Chapter 3: System Overview

    Chapter 3: System Overview Chapter 3: System Overview This chapter describes the system hardware, movement controls, and accessories. Refer to the Definium 5000 Pre-Installation Manual (part number 5192967-100) for a complete list of specifications, dimensions, and room layout recommendations. Topics covered include: •...

  • Page 28: Hardware Overview

    Chapter 3: System Overview Hardware Overview Tube, Arm, and Image Receptor Figure 3-1 Definium 5000 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 29 Allows the image receptor assembly (4) and tube collimator assembly (6) to move in tandem (Figure 3-3). Figure 3-3 Swivel arm rotated Image receptor assembly Contains the GE Digital Detector. Control buttons on handle Provides controls to position the swivel arm (3), image receptor assembly (4), and tube collimator assembly (6).
  • Page 30 Supports the patient during the exam. Radiographic table is an optional purchase. Refer to Options and Accessories (p. 3-21) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 31: Control Room Interface Box (Crib)

    Controls the power for the entire system. The LED lights up when the power is on. 3. X-ray on LED Lights up when x-rays are being emitted, including QAP. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 32: Hand Switch

    Exposures are made with the console hand switch. The Prep/Expose button on this switch has three positions: OFF, PREP, and EXPOSE. Figure 3-6 Hand switch 1. PREP 2. EXPOSE 3. Collimator Lamp Switch Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 33: System Movements

    Patient 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. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 34: System Movement Controls

    CRIB, and a remote control (optional). Table 3-4 shows the symbols on the controls and describes their function. Figure 3-7 Control Panel, Receptor Handle, Remote Control, and CRIB Control Panel Receptor Handle Remote Control CRIB Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 35 Move swivel arm vertically Moves the swivel arm vertically. Press and hold a button until the desired position is reached. Release the button to stop movement. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 36 Press and hold the button until the desired position is reached. Release the button to stop movement. Refer to Position System from Touch Screen Console (p. 3-11) for more information. 3-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 37: Position System From Touch Screen Console

    1. Press [POSITIONING] on the screen, if necessary. Figure 3-8 Touch Screen Console (showing Generator properties) The Positioning screen appears (Figure 3-9) 3-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 38 The auto or manual mode button allows you to toggle between automatic movement and manual movement. NOTE: Another way to reset an error is to press the [SAFETY LOCK] button on any control panel. 3-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 39: Modify Positions

    HAND/WRIST SUNRISE KNEE CROSS TABLE SPINE Ninety-nine positions are available. Contact your Field Service Engineer to add new positions. 3-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 40 4. Programmed position data 5. Save positioning data 6. Exit from modifying position 5. Move the Arm to the desired position. 3-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 41: Emergency Stop

    Figure 3-15 Emergency stop buttons Receptor System cabinet CRIB 3-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 42: Anti-Collision System

    (That is, at an angle 50° between -30° and 50°.) 2. Arm contacts the table or an object. 3. Arm reverses movement. 3-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 43: Interchangeable Grids

    Line Pairs Range Distance Orientation 100cm (40in.) 13:1 70lines/cm Vertical 90-115cm (35.43-45.28in.) 180cm (72in.) 13:1 70lines/cm Vertical 145-225cm (57.09-88.58in.) 3-17 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 44: Automatic Collimator

    Fast Transverse Field size Decrease Slow Transverse Field size Decrease Slow Transverse Field size Increase Fast Transverse Field size Increase 3-18 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 45 Figure 3-21 Collimator Rotation The collimator will rotate or swivel freely without lock or knob to release. Figure 3-22 Collimator Key 3-19 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 46: Tube-Collimator Assembly Positioning

    Tube-Collimator Assembly in relation to its transverse axis, lift the ratchet. Ratchet has position detents every 45°. WARNING: The ratchet must be at a pre-set detent. Figure 3-24 Collimator lock lever 3-20 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 47: Options And Accessories

    Chapter 3: System Overview Options and Accessories The following sections identify accessories for the Definium 5000 that may be purchased separately. Copper Filtration Copper filtration is a purchasable option. The switch for the copper filter is located on the right side of the collimator and allows a selection of 0.0mm, 0.1mm, or 0.2mm of copper filtration.

  • Page 48: Radiographic Mobile Tables

    Chapter 3: System Overview Radiographic Mobile Tables There are three table options available for the Definium 5000: • Non-elevating • Non-elevating with carbon fiber table-top • Elevating with carbon fiber table-top Figure 3-26 Table options Non-elevating laminated Non-evelvating with carbon fiber table-top...

  • Page 49: Grid And Accessories Holder

    A stand may be used to elevate a patient into position in front of the receptor. WARNING: Always lock the wheels before allowing the patient on the stand. Figure 3-28 Weight-bearing stand 3-23 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 50: Image Pasting Patient Positioner

    Chapter 3: System Overview Image Pasting Patient Positioner Image Pasting is a purchased option for the Definium 5000.The positioner is used to determine the correct Center of Interest (COI) and to accurately re-construct images. Refer to Appendix A: Image Pasting for more information.

  • Page 51: Remote Control

    Refer to System Movement Controls (p. 3-8) and Automatic Collimator (p. 3-18) for more information. Figure 3-30 Optional remote control 3-25 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 52: Dap Meter

    The DAP meter cable may be disconnected when the DAP meter needs to be removed for QAP or cleaning. Figure 3-31 Optional DAP meter in collimator rail 1. DAP meter 2. Collimator rail 3-26 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 53: Error Messages

    Opposite Move An opposite movement button has been pressed while other movement was in progress. Release the opposite movement button. 3-27 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 54 Turn the Unit OFF/ON, if error remains, call field service. Physical Limit: Height Maximum. Lower tube height, if error remains, call service. Recalibrate 3-28 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 55: Chapter 4: General Information

    X-ray Tube Heat Units Remaining (p. 4-8) – System Status Area (p. 4-8) – Message Log (p. 4-8) • iLinq (p. 4-9) Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 56: System Start Up And Shutdown

    Chapter 4: General Information System Start Up and Shutdown This section describes the procedure for starting up and shutting down the Definium 5000 system. Start Up 1. Press the ON button located at the CRIB Console (Figure 4-1). 2. Wait for the system software to boot up and the login screen to appear.

  • Page 57: Login And Log Off

    Login screen if the system has been inactive for a specified period of time (inactivity timeout). Figure 4-3 Example login screen. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 58: Invalid Password Message

    2. Retype your Password carefully. Your password is case sensitive; that is, “xYz” is not the same password as “Xyz.” 3. Press [LOGON]. Contact your technical support group or system administrator if you still are not able to login. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 59: Emergency Login

    A message appears: “Do you really want to log off?” 4. Press [OK]. The Login screen appears. [CANCEL] closes the screen and returns you to the last screen. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 60: Software Reset

    4. Press [OK]. A “Loading Application” progress bar appears on screen. The login screen appears once the software has been reset. 5. Login to the system to begin work. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 61: Lead Markers

    (Figure 4-6). The items are removed from the list as they are corrected. The Expose Hold button disappears when all errors and interlocks are corrected. Figure 4-6 Worklist and Acquisition screen Expose Hold button Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 62: X-Ray Tube Heat Units Remaining

    Message Log shows all status messages since the last system restart. The messages are listed in descending chronological order, that is, the latest message is listed first. This screen allows operators and service personnel to display, review, and analyze system status messages. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 63: Ilinq

    The iLinq system lets authorized Service Engineers and Applications Specialists, located at GE Healthcare’ Service Support Centers, access X-ray systems (with your permission) to provide the following services: •...
  • Page 64 Close Closes iLinq and returns you the GE Digital Detector system user interface. Figure 4-12 iLinq Contact GE screen Use this procedure to connect to the iLinq system when you need to report a problem with your system.
  • Page 65 Worklist or Acquisition screens. Installation and use of the iLinq system is limited to GE Customers with an X-ray system that is under warranty or covered by a valid GE Service Contract, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the iLinq Agreement or GE Service Contract.

  • Page 66: Chapter 5: Worklist

    Hospital Information System (HIS) or Radiology Information System (RIS) Procedures: This category refers to procedures that the Worklist can automatically update from the central HIS/RIS database. Other units or workstations can be configured to access these procedures. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 67 The individual buttons are described below. [WORKLIST] Opens the Worklist screen where patient procedures may be added to the schedule and exams started. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 68 The time period displayed is configurable. Refer to Chapter 10: Set Preferences-Worklist (p. 10-13) for information on changing the time period displayed. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 69 Exam (p. 6-16) for more information. The tracking number is the date and time the exam was initiated. The time is recorded to the second. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 70 Refer to Chapter 6: Image Acquisition-Conduct a Cassette Exam (p. 6-14) for more information. network connection status Appears when the Definium 5000 is connected to the hospital network. Heat Units Remaining Shows the percentage of heat units remaining. Refer to...

  • Page 71: Patient List Columns

    (p. 6-16) for more information about Completed, Suspended, and Discontinued exams. Location The location of the patient within the facility. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 72: Manage List / Find Procedures

    For example, if you want to see all the procedures that have a status of “Suspended”, press the “Status” column heading. An arrow appears in the column heading to indicate which column is currently being sorted. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 73: Filter List

    Figure 5-4 Worklist filter screen The filter screen has several options for accepting or rejecting the information from the Worklist. Table 5- 3 describes the filter screen functions. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 74 The Filter Screen appears 2. Select the Show list for option. 3. Select the Include options. 4. Select the Date option. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 75 If no procedures met all the criteria, the Worklist will be blank. 8. Press [REFRESH] to remove the filter. 5-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 76: Refresh

    Chapter 5: Worklist Refresh The Definium 5000 system may be configured to automatically refresh the Worklist with data from the HIS/RIS on a regular basis (such as every 10 minutes). However, if your system does not automatically refresh—or you want to refresh the list before the scheduled time—you are able to refresh the list manually.

  • Page 77: Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1En Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Toc-2

    To switch the button between “Delete” and “Delete All”: 1. Press on the small arrow on the right side of the button. A list appears with the available actions. 5-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 78: Delete A Single Procedure

    2. Press [OK] to delete the procedures. The selected procedures are deleted and the Worklist appears. [CANCEL] closes the message, retains the procedures, and takes you back to the Worklist. 5-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 79: Delete Suspended Procedures

    Discontinued and the information is sent to PACS. [CANCEL] closes the message and returns you to the Worklist without deleting procedures. The procedures are removed from the Worklist. 5-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 80: Add / Edit Patient Information

    NOTE: The Patient Information button is unavailable when multiple exams are selected at the same time. Figure 5-9 Add Patient or Patient Information 5-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 81 Refer to Chapter 10: Set Preferences-Preset Names (p. 10-15) for information on adding names to the drop-down list. 5-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 82 Worklist. NOTE: This button does not appear if the Patient Information screen is opened from the Image Viewer or Image Management screens. 5-17 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 83: Add Patient

    Press [START EXAM] (if available) to add the patient to the Worklist and begin Acquisition. Press [CANCEL] to close the Add Patient screen without saving changes. NOTE: For a new exam on a existing patient, the patient information cannot be edited. 5-18 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 84: Edit Patient Information

    3. Edit the information as necessary. 4. Press [SAVE] to record the changes and return to the Worklist. Pressing [CANCEL] closes the Patient Information screen without saving changes. 5-19 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 85: Chapter 6: Image Acquisition

    Chapter 6: Image Acquisition Chapter 6: Image Acquisition This section details the process of acquiring images using the GE Digital Detector or free cassette. Refer to Appendix A: Image Pasting for information about conducting an Image Pasting exam. Topics covered include: •...
  • Page 86 Displays Patient Information screen for the current procedure. Refer to Chapter 5: Worklist-Add / Edit Patient Information (p. 5-15) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 87 PACS system, auto sends, and auto prints acquired images. Refer to End Exam (p. 6-16) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 88 A checkmark indicates that the current grid position matches the recommended position. NOTE: Exposure may not be inhibited if the current grid position is not the recommended position. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 89 320.0, 400.0, 500.0, 512.0. NOTE: Not all mAs selections are available at all kV settings. If in AEC mode, shows the calculated mAs for the current kV and mA after exposure. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 90 • Left • Right If conducting an exam on unpaired anatomy, the control is disabled and displays “Unpaired”, as shown here. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 91 NOTE: The above lists of positions for paired and unpaired anatomy are a general guidelines only. Some views have different options. network connection status Appears when the Definium 5000 is connected to the hospital network. Heat Units Remaining Shows the percentage of heat units remaining.

  • Page 92: Touch Screen Control

    2. Press the buttons to adjust the technique in the same manner as you would on the Image Acquisition screen. Figure 6-2 Touch Screen Console FIXED mode AEC mode Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 93: Re-Start Completed Or Discontinued Exams

    [NEW EXAM] creates a new exam and series for the patient and opens the Select Protocols screen. [CANCEL] closes the message and returns you to the Worklist. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 94: Resume Suspended Exams

    (p. 10-40) for information on adding protocols to the protocol database. Figure 6-4 Select Protocols Use this process to select or change protocols for a procedure. 6-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 95: Automatic Protocol Recognition (Apr)

    For APR to function, the system protocol database must have matching values for the Requested Procedure Code from the selected Exam in the HIS/RIS Worklist. The Acquisition screen will open with the first view of the first exam selected. 6-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 96: Conduct A Digital Exam

    This section describes the adjustments required when conducting a digital exam. Follow this process to conduct an exam using the GE Digital Detector. NOTE: If you need to interrupt the exam and resume it at a later time, press the [SUSPEND] button. You will be returned to the Worklist.
  • Page 97 It is critical to select the proper patient size on the Acquisition screen. The incorrect Patient Size may result in an unnecessarily large radiation dose or multiple exposures. 4. Select the GE Digital Detector receptor, if necessary. Figure 6-8 Receptors: GE Digital Detector selected 5.

  • Page 98: Conduct A Cassette Exam

    1. Press [CASSETTE EXAM] from the bottom of the Worklist screen. NOTE: Because a cassette exam does not use digital image storage, you do not select procedures from the Worklist. 6-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 99 11. Press [CLOSE] to end the exam. The Worklist appears. 12. Process the cassette as necessary, depending on the media. 6-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 100: Conduct An Emergency Exam

    There are several ways to end an exam: Suspend, Close, and Discontinue. Each method is used for a specific purpose to cover a variety of different situations. 6-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 101: Suspend

    NOTE: The reason for discontinuing an exam cannot be seen on the Worklist or Patient Information. The information is added to the DICOM header. Use this procedure to discontinue an exam. 6-17 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 102 If multiple procedures were selected, the discontinued status applies to all procedures that were open when the exam was discontinued. Press [CANCEL] to close the message and return to the Acquisition screen. 6-18 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 103: Automatic Exposure Control (Aec)

    Figure 7-1 shows an example of an AEC exposure setup. For AEC mode, exposure time and mAs are not selectable; therefore, these parameters are empty on the Acquisition screen. This example provides an example an AEC exposure with Chest AP selected. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 104 Figure 7-1 Example AEC setup of a normal chest exposure After the exposure has been completed, the console automatically displays the exposure time (mSec) and mAs values (Figure 7-2). Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 105 AEC limit even with a mAs value less than 512 mAs and with an exposure time less than 2000 msec. If either of these events occur, the Applications software terminates the exposure. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 106: Ion Chamber Detectors

    This ensures these areas are not influenced by variations in tissue opacity caused by the heart or vertebrae. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 107: Area 2

    NOTE: When creating or editing protocols, the ion chambers are named L, R, and C on the Exam Menu screen. Refer to Chapter 10: Set Preferences-Protocols (p. 10-40) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 108 X- entire radiograph to ray field. approximate the value of the pre-selected density. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 109: Aec Limitation Messages

    “The AEC back-up time has been reached.” NOTE: The regular occurrence of this message may be evidence of a malfunction in your system. Call your service engineer to assess the situation. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 110: Acquire Aec Images

    9. Position the patient so that the anatomy of interest is centered over the selected AEC cells. NOTE: The body part must cover the selected ion chambers in order to achieve the appropriate exposure. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 111 13. Make the exposure. 14. If the AEC Back-up Reached message appears: Click [OK]. The message closes. 15. Select another protocol and continue the exam. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 112: Chapter 8: Image Viewer

    You are able to view single or multiple images at once. When viewing multiple images, an aqua border identifies the currently selected image. Table 8-1 describes the functions for the Image Viewer screen. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 113 Acquisition screen tab is disabled. NOTE: When acquiring multiple images or if you need to retake an image, you must switch back to the Acquisition screen in order to record the exposure. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 114 Changes the action of the pointer when pressed and dragged on the image. Refer to Change Pointer Controls (p. 8-21) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 115 Refer to Save Changes to Images (p. 8-27) for more information. network connection status Appears when the Definium 5000 is connected to the hospital network. image database size Shows how many images are currently saved to the local database and approximately how many more images the database can accommodate.

  • Page 116: Tool Panel Selection

    The image that is currently selected in the Image Viewer is shown with an orange border and a white dot in the upper right corner. To view an image, press an image preview. Figure 8-3 Images – Processed panel Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 117: Change Image Display

    Screen True Size Shows the image in the exact size it was acquired from the detector (one centimeter on the detector equals one centimeter on screen). Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 118: Adjust Images

    • Move the slider right for a lighter image. • Move the slider left for a darker image. Invert Reverses light and dark areas of the selected image. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 119 • Hard - adjusts the image towards black and white • Soft - adjusts the image towards gray The GE Digital Detector uses a “Smart Windowing” algorithm to optimize image quality. Smart Windowing is an automated, image-based, and technique-independent method of selecting brightness and contrast for image display.

  • Page 120: Annotate And Mask Images

    Places a Cobb angle (two lines) on the image that you may re-size, move, or angle. Cobb angle specifications are shown in the User Measurements annotation at the bottom right corner of the image. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 121 Only one marker may be placed on an image. Edit Opens a dialog box to edit or change the selected User Annotation (notes). 8-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 122 NOTE: This function is only available when the image is open in a live exam or for re-processed images. Refer to Adjust Image Shutter (Crop Image) (p. 8-15) for more information. 8-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 123: Customize System Annotations

    – +1 – +2 – +3 (largest) 5. Press [OK]. [CANCEL] closes the screen and leaves the selections unchanged. 8-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 124: Add Image Annotations

    • To move: Press and drag the ellipse by its edge (not on a handle). • To change shape or re-size: Press and drag a square handle. 8-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 125 • To move: Select the marker and drag to the desired area. • To switch between R and L: Press the RL button. NOTE: Only one RL marker is inserted per image. 8-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 126: Delete Image Annotations

    The image will be shown in reduced size so that you are able to see the edges (Figure 8-10). The shutter appears as a yellow box with red handles (Figure 8-11). Anything outside of the box will be blacked out when the shutter is applied. 8-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 127: Automatic Shutter

    5. Click [MANUAL SHUTTER] again to edit. Automatic Shutter The Definium 5000 is able to detect collimation edges present in an x-ray radiograph. This allows the system to provide a shuttered image on the viewer. In the event of incorrect automatic shuttering, the image can be recovered by manually re-shuttering the image to visualize the desired anatomy and then re-processing with the same look.

  • Page 128: Re-Process Images

    Displays the image type of the acquisition. Images cannot be re-processed with a different image type than originally acquired. Patient size Changes the patient size. 8-17 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 129: Determine If Images Should Be Retaken (Dei)

    The display of the Detector Exposure Index and the DEI ranges are configured from the Image Viewer preferences screen. Refer to Chapter 10: Set Preferences-DEI (Detector Exposure Index) (p. 10-29) for more information. 8-18 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 130 The specific limits and retake rules should be ultimately determined by the appropriate staff at your facility. 8-19 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 131: Corrective Actions

    DEI value. NOTE: User must select the appropriate FOV for the anatomy imaged, and use proper collimation at all times. 8-20 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 132: Change Pointer Controls

    45° angle, brightness and contrast will change equally; however, if you move the pointer at a 20° angle (more horizontally) the brightness will change more than the contrast. 8-21 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 133: Apply Quality Check Indicator (Auto Tag)

    Film Manager allows configuration and printing of multiple images in a series. • Manual Print allows configuration and printing of the currently selected image. Figure 8-18 Print panel 8-22 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 134: Print Multiple Images

    3. Drag the image thumbnails from the Images - Raw or Images - Processed panel (Figure 8-20) to the Film Composer screen. Figure 8-20 Images - Processed panel 8-23 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 135: Print Current Image

    Images screen and adjust the settings. If the image placement is acceptable, press [PRINT] to print the image. Figure 8-21 Example of Print Preview with incorrect settings 8-24 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 136 The accepted range is between 40% and 90%. If True Size or Fit to Film are selected as the Print Mode, the text box remains disabled. 8-25 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 137 Shows how the image will appear on the film or paper with the current settings. [PRINT] Prints the image. [CANCEL] Cancels printing. 8-26 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 138: Orthopedic Magnification

    Factor (CMF) through the Services User Interface. The CMF is the amount of magnification applied to all Orthopedic Magnification functions. Only GE Service personnel are able to change the CMF. Only processed images will have Orthopedic Magnification applied. The raw images remain as acquired.

  • Page 139: Chapter 9: Image Management

    To select multiple exams, press the [SELECT MULTIPLE] button, then select the exams. The [SELECT MULTIPLE] button will remain engaged until an action (such as Copy Exam or Transfer) is completed, then the button will automatically disengage. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 140 [IMAGE MANAGEMENT] Opens the Image Management screen where images may be selected for viewing or be copied to other exams. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 141 NOTE: It is not expected that you will need to access the SMPTE pattern or test images during the course of normal work. Test images are used to calibrate the system or to determine the cause of image quality problems. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 142 Images may be adjusted on the Image Viewer screen. Refer to Chapter 8: Image Viewer for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 143 (p. 4-7) for more information. [iLinq] Connects to iLinq remote support services. Refer to Chapter 4: General Information-iLinq (p. 4-9) for more information. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 144: View Patient Information

    7. Open the exams from the Local database. NOTE: If the exams are being viewed on a computer that has the DICOM viewer installed, images may be viewed directly from the CD. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 145: Search List

    A down-pointing arrow indicates that the column is sorted in descending order. That is, sorted in reverse alphabetical order or numerical order from largest to smallest. Figure 9-4 Column with ascending sort Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 146: Open Exams And Images

    To see the status of the exams being copied, press [TRANSFER LOG] at the bottom of the Image Management screen. The Transfer Log screen (Figure 9-5) appears. 5. Press [CLOSE] to close the screen and return to the Image Management screen. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 147: Copy Images To Another Exam

    Chapter 5: Worklist-Add / Edit Patient Information (p. 5-15) for more information. c) Click [SAVE]. 2. On the Image Management screen, select the exam to copy. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 148 [CANCEL] stops the copy process, closes the message, and returns you to the Image Management screen. All series and images are copied to the exam. 9-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 149: Copy Exams To A Cd

    CD. [WRITE] begins the copying process. [CANCEL] closes the screen and returns you to the Image Management screen. 9-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 150: Delete Exams, Series, Or Images

    The message closes. The items are deleted from the Image Management screen. [CANCEL] closes the message and the items remain on the Image Management screen. 9-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 151: Lock Exams From Deletion

    NOTE: The original exam is not modified in any way, only a copy is altered. NOTE: Once an anonymous exam is created, there is no way to recover the patient’s identifying information. 9-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 152 A message appears: “The selected exams will be copied without patient identification. The originals will not be deleted.” 3. Press [OK]. The Image Management screen updates with copied, anonymous exams. 9-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 153: Chapter 11: Set Preferences

    (p. 10-29) Preferences are set on the Utilities screen (Figure 10-1), which is accessed by pressing the [UTILITIES] button on the Worklist. 10-1 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 154: System

    1. On the Worklist screen, press [UTILITIES]. The System-System screen appears. 2. Press [NETWORK CONNECTIONS]. The Network Connections screen (Figure 10-2) appears. 10-2 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 155: Add Or Edit Network Host

    If adding a new connection, press [ADD]. 1. Complete requested information for both tabs (see Table 10-1 and Table 10-2) and press [SAVE] to add the network host or save the changes. 10-3 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 156 Storage Commitment Designates if the host will store image data. Storage Commitment - The DICOM application title. Application Entry Title 10-4 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 157 Refer to Chapter 9: Image Management-Make Exam Anonymous (De-Identify) (p. 9-13) for more information about de-identification. 10-5 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 158: Remove Network Host

    [CANCEL] closes the message and returns you to the Network Connections screen without removing the connection. The network host is removed. 10-6 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 159: Perform C-Echo Test

    The System-System screen appears. 2. Press [NETWORK CONNECTIONS]. The Network Connections screen (Figure 10-5) appears. Figure 10-5 Network Connections screen 10-7 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 160: Add Or Edit Dicom Printers

    ( _ ) to separate words. Application Entry The DICOM application title. Title Network Address The IP address of the printer. 10-8 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 161 • White Printer Memory Size Designates the memory size of the printer. This is specified by the printer manufacturer. 10-9 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 162 Slide formats Selections allow the side formats available for the printer, if any. Figure 10-8 Add Printer – Film Sizes tab 10-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 163 Sets how high the film is in pixels. This value is provided by the printer manufacturer based on what the printer supports. 10-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 164: Remove Dicom Printer

    [CANCEL] closes the message and returns you to the Network Connections screen without removing the connection. The printer is removed. 10-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 165: Worklist

    1. Complete or edit the Worklist Default Query screen (Figure 10-10). Table 10-6 describes the fields in detail. 2. Press [SAVE] to change the Default Query. 10-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 166 __ Days __ Hours NOTE: If the “Days” value is left blank, the worklist query will be based on current time minus the number of hours entered. 10-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 167: Auto Refresh

    Figure 10-11 Drop-down lists on the Add Patient screen 1. Follow the procedures below to Add, Edit, or Remove Preset Names. 2. When finished, press [SAVE] to retain the changes you made. 10-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 168: Add Preset Names

    1. Select the name to change. 2. Press [EDIT] for the group. 3. Edit the name as appropriate. 4. Press [SAVE]. 10-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 169: Remove Preset Names

    2. Press [REMOVE] for the group. 3. Press [OK] to remove the name. Press [NO] to keep the name. 10-17 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 170: Image Management

    2. Select Preferences > Image Management. 3. Press Copy Exam [ON] to enable the function. Copy Exam [OFF] disables the function. 4. Press [CLOSE]. 10-18 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 171: Auto Tag (Quality Check)

    4. Complete the information as described in Table 10-7. 5. When finished, press [SAVE] to retain your changes. 6. Press [CLOSE]. 10-19 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 172 90%. If True Size or Fit to Film are selected as the Print Mode, the text box remains disabled. 10-20 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 173 Image Viewer screen. [SAVE] Saves the current selections and values as the default printing configuration. 10-21 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 174: Orthopedic Magnification

    Factor (CMF) through the Services User Interface. The CMF is the amount of magnification applied to all Orthopedic Magnification functions. Only GE Service personnel are able to change the CMF. You may select Orthopedic Print as a default print setting for manual printing and auto print.

  • Page 175: Auto Delete

    3. Click Auto Delete [EDIT]. The Auto Delete screen appears. 4. Complete the information as described in Table 10-9. 10-23 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 176 (see below). before deletion. Available options are: • All • Any • None 10-24 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 177 [SAVE] Saves your changes and closes the screen. [CANCEL] Closes the screen without saving changes. 10-25 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 178: Image Viewer

    1. From the Worklist screen, press [UTILITIES]. 2. Select Preferences > Viewer. 3. Press Pre-set Annotation [EDIT]. The Pre-set Annotations editing screen (Figure 10-18) appears. 10-26 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 179: Add Pre-Set Annotation

    1. From the Pre-set Annotations screen, select the annotation. 2. Press [EDIT]. 3. Edit the text of the annotation. 10-27 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 180: Remove Pre-Set Annotation

    2. Press [REMOVE]. A message appears: “Are you sure you would like to delete the annotation – (annotation name)?” 3. Press [OK]. 10-28 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 181: Dei (Detector Exposure Index)

    The Detector Exposure Index screen (Figure 10-20) appears. 4. Continue with Change the DEI Display (p. 10-30) or Change the Lower and Upper Limits (p. 10-30). 10-29 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 182: Change The Dei Display

    1. On the Detector Exposure Index screen, press an anatomical category to expand it. Press the category again to close it. 2. Change the lower and upper limits in the text boxes as appropriate for the view. 10-30 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 183: Enable Or Disable Technical Mode

    Figure 10-21 Technical Mode checkbox Export DEI Log The DEI log records the exposure levels of images. Medical Physicists in your facility or GE Service Personnel use the log to determine if there is a problem with the detector and to determine what adjustments to make to correct exposure errors.

  • Page 184: Image Processing

    Image Processing Preferences also allow you to view the settings of default factory looks or to create up to five (5) custom looks. NOTE: Custom looks and the default looks mapping can be backed up by having GE Service personnel perform a system backup. It is recommended that a system backup be performed after any change to the default looks mapping or when custom looks are built.

  • Page 185: Build Custom Looks

    • Factory Look 4 – highly digital look, high edge, high TE Follow this process to create an new custom look. 10-33 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 186 10. Check the Make Default box to set this look at the default for the selected Anatomy. 11. Adjust parameters as described in Table 10-10. Parameters may be adjusted in any order. 10-34 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 187 • Move the slider right to make images sharper. • Move the slider left to make images smoother. Range: 1 to 10 (discrete setting) with increments of 1 10-35 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 188 14. Select the Patient Size to save the new look to. 15. Press [SAVE]. 16. Press [CLOSE] on the Image Processing Preference Editor. 10-36 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 189: Change Image Processing From The Viewer

    In combination with the wide dynamic range of the digital detector, TE allows display of more information collected in a single shot, reducing re-takes and increasing throughput. 10-37 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 190: Te Usage

    AREA to 30% for under-penetrated region uses the pixels within the dotted ROI. Increasing AREA to 60% increases the number of pixels where TE is applied, as indicated by the solid ROI. 10-38 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 191 The effect of varying AREA and STRENGTH in TE is demonstrated in Figure 10-28 for under-penetrated regions. Increasing STRENGTH while keeping the AREA constant makes the pixel grayer in the shoulder region. Increasing AREA extends the region that becomes gray. 10-39 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 192: Protocols

    Protocols Protocols preferences allow you to create backup copies of the protocol database, retrieve saved backups, and create new protocols. 10-40 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 193: Backup Protocol Database To Cd

    3. Select Preferences > Protocols. 4. Press [BACK UP]. A message appears: “Press OK to continue with Protocol Database back up.” 10-41 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 194: Retrieve Protocol Database From Cd

    Backup Protocol Database to CD (p. 10-41) for more information. Follow this process to access the Protocol Database Editor. 10-42 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 195: Add Or Edit Category

    Add or Edit Category NOTE: The screens and process to edit a category are the same as for adding a category. From the Exam Menu: 10-43 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 196: Add Or Edit Exam

    Add or Edit Exam NOTE: The screens and process to edit an exam are the same as for adding a exam. From the Exam Menu: 10-44 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 197: Add Or Edit View

    From the Exam Menu: 1. Expand the Category. 2. Select the Exam to add or copy the new view to. 10-45 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 198 9. Select the most appropriate View (AP, Lat, etc.). The selected anatomy determines which views are available. 10-46 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 199 13. Select all Patient Sizes you want available for the view. The default size will automatically be selected. 14. Select Receptors and Modes for each selected receptor. 15. Select the Default Receptor - cassette or GE Digital Detector. 10-47 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.
  • Page 200 The default patient size is shown with an asterisk (*) to the left of the size indicator. 17. Select the patient size to edit. 18. Press [EDIT TECHNIQUE]. 10-48 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 201 25. Press [YES]. The Exam Menu screen closes and returns you to the Preferences - Protocols screen. 10-49 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 202: Protocol Editor Copy Functions

    NOTE: If reusing the existing name, be sure to include any underscores in the title. 4. Select the position on the Category list. 5. Press [OK]. 10-50 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 203: Copy Exam

    4. Select the Copy to Category from the list. 5. Select the Copy to Exam from the list. 6. Select the Position View from the list. 10-51 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 204 NOTE: Remember to back up the database when finished editing. Refer to Backup Protocol Database to (p. 10-41) for more information. 10-52 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 205 15 minutes. The QAP test includes all the tests that are performed for Detector Check and tests additional factors. 11-1 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 206 Follow this process to perform a Detector Check. 1. Press the [QAP] button at the bottom of the Worklist or Acquisition screen. The Image Quality screen appears. 11-2 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 207 Figure 11-3 QAP selection from left side of screen The Quality Assurance Program screen appears. Figure 11-4 Quality Assurance Program screen 11-3 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 208 5. Wait for the test to complete. The Detector Check result screen appears automatically after tests have been completed. Figure 11-6 Detector Check results screen 11-4 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 209 Figure 11-7 Failed Detector Check results Perform QAP QAP involves tests requiring exposures with the flat field phantom. The Definium 5000 QAP kit includes a flat-field phantom (Figure 11-8) sized to fit the collimator. QAP tests require that the system be on and idle for at least 10 minutes.
  • Page 210 The Quality Assurance Program screen appears. Figure 11-11 Quality Assurance Program screen 3. Press [QAP]. The Vertical Bar Calibration screen appears. 11-6 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 211 The Detector QC Tests screen appears automatically when the Detector Check Tests are complete. 7. Follow the instructions on screen to complete this portion of the test: 11-7 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 212 If all tests PASS: QAP is complete. Click [EXIT] to return to the Worklist screen and continue work. If some tests FAIL: Refer to Failed QAP (p. 11-9) for more information. 11-8 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 213 If multiple failures are confirmed, image quality may be affected; cease use of the unit and call for immediate service. Figure 11-16 Failed QAP results 11-9 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 214 2. Press a test entry in the list to select it. 3. Press [SELECT]. The test details appear. Figure 11-17 QAP Result History screen 11-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 215 Only service personnel specifically trained on this medical X-ray equipment should work on service tasks or maintenance of the equipment. The Service Preventative Maintenance Schedule can be found in the Definium 5000 Manual Direction 5192970-100, Chapter 7. In order to ensure continued safe performance of the equipment, a periodic maintenance program must be established.
  • Page 216 NOTE: Be sure to follow the label instructions and pre-cautions for use, storage, and disposal of all disinfecting agents. NOTE: Clean the surface of the PC with a damp cloth. 11-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 217: Appendix A: Image Pasting

    Image Pasting Preferences (p. A-15) – Add or Edit Image Pasting Protocols (p. A-15) – Edit Image Processing (p. A-16) Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.
  • Page 218 41cm field of view. Previously, in film or CR, this was accomplished by the use of a “long” cassette. The Definium 5000 digitally pastes 2-5 overlapping exposures together to form a single image. Figure A-1 Illustration of acquisition The arrow indicates the progress of tube movement as images are acquired.

  • Page 219: Image Pasting Patient Positioner

    The receiving holes in the floor may collect debris or catch the heel of a shoe. Use the provided plugs (Figure A-4) to fill the receiving holes when the positioner is not in use. Figure A-4 Floor plug Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 220 This will save you time and space for storing the positioner. 5. Unlock the positioner by pressing the front of the lock lever down (so that it is horizontal, as show in Figure A-6) and letting the lever rise up. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 221: Move Lateral Positioning Bars

    2. Place the patient positioner in front of the wall stand and secure the floor locking mechanism. Refer Lock Positioner in Place (p. A-3) for more information. 3. Select the patient from the Worklist (or add patient if necessary). Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 222 5. Click [ACCEPT]. Figure A-10 Protocol selection for Image Pasting 6. On the Acquisition screen (Figure A-11), select the view to perform. Figure A-11 Acquisition screen for image pasting Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 223 The Acquisition Workstation screen changes to show the Image Viewer screen. 16. Use the screen switch tab to go back to the Image Acquisition screen. Figure A-13 Screen switch tab Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 224: Image Viewer

    You create pasted composite images after image acquisition is complete by pressing the [PASTE] button on the Reprocessing palette (Figure A-15). NOTE: You can paste images together even if one image from the sequence has been deleted. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...
  • Page 225 (the overlapped area between 2 sub-images). The left half is also the work area where you set the alignment. The right half shows a preview of the pasted image. Figure A-16 Pasting screen Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 226: Correct Pasting

    [RESET REGION] removes any adjustment from the selected region. Figure A-18 Select region drop-down list. 2. Press and drag a red cross-hair to move it (Figure A-19). A-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...
  • Page 227 NOTE: It may take several moments for the preview to appear on the right half of the screen. Figure A-21 Preview and Apply to Image buttons 6. When satisfied with image alignment, press [APPLY TO IMAGE] (Figure A-21). A-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 228: Add New Images To Pasted Composite

    Pasting adds 1 re-processed sub-image for every raw image and 1 pasted composite image to the same processed series. Figure A-22 Exam/Series palette A-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 229: View Pasted Composite Image

    Pasted composite images may be re-processed in the same manner as any other image. Refer to Chapter 8: Image Viewer-Re-process Images (p. 8-17) for more information. Figure A-24 Reprocessing palette A-13 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 230: Change Looks Processing (Vertical Equalization

    8. When satisfied with the looks processing, click [SAVE]. 9. Click [APPLY TO IMAGE]. 10. Click [CLOSE]. Figure A-25 Image Processing Preferences Editor screen A-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 231: Print Pasted Images

    Select an Acquisition Type of Pasting Figure A-26 Add View screen (1 of 2) • There is no cassette receptor option. A-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 232: Edit Image Processing

    – Legs: AP and PA The Vertical equalization strength slider appears (Figure A-28) if “Pasted” is selected for the Image Type. Figure A-28 Image Processing Preferences Editor screen A-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual...

  • Page 233: Appendix B: Login Administration

    On the Service User Interface, click on the Configuration Tab and select the Advanced Options. Click on the Radio Buttons available to Enable/ Disable the HIPAA option. By default the HIPAA option is disabled. The Login feature can be turned on or off by your GE Field Engineer. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev.

  • Page 234: Understanding Local And Enterprise Environments

    Understanding Privileges, Groups, and Users Privileges are the rights to access a system or piece of equipment and perform certain functions. Privileges are assigned to groups. The privileges are created by GE and cannot be changed. They are: • GE Service allows access to all functions for service and maintenance personnel.

  • Page 235: Administering Groups And Users

    [CANCEL] closes the message and returns you to the main Login screen. 7. Click [EXIT] on the bottom of any login administration screen to return to the standard login screen. Figure B-1 Administrator access message Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 236: Working With Groups

    2. Click [ADD GROUP]. 3. Type a name for the group in the text box that appears near the bottom of the screen (Figure B-3). Figure B-3 Add group text box Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 237: Assign Privileges To Groups

    Understanding Privileges, Groups, and Users (p. B-2) for definitions of privileges. NOTE: The Service privilege is protected and cannot be selected. Only GE Service personnel can assign a group to the Service privilege. 3. Click on a selected checkbox to remove the privilege.
  • Page 238 Appendix B: Login Administration Figure B-4 Protected groups Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 239: Working With Users

    2. Click [ADD USER]. Five text boxes appear near the bottom of the screen (Figure B-6). Figure B-6 Add user text boxes 3. Type a Username. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 240: Assign Users To Groups

    NOTE: Remember the following when creating user names: – You cannot use the names “operator”, “admin”, or “administrator.” These names are reserved for use by the system and GE Service personnel. – User names cannot have spaces or uppercase (capital) letters. Use all lowercase letters in the username and use underscores to separate words.

  • Page 241: Remove Users

    There is a class of users identified as protected users. The privileges assigned to these users can only be modified by a GE Service Engineer. Select the Show Protected Users checkbox to see these users. Protected users and groups are shown with a violet (light purple) background.
  • Page 242 Appendix B: Login Administration Figure B-8 Protected users B-10 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 243: Viewing The Audit Log

    (that is, emergency logins). The log settings are configured through the Configuration-Audit Log tab. Refer to Configure Audit Log (p. B-15) for more information. Figure B-9 Log Viewer tab B-11 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 244: Administering System Configuration

    Emergency Login button appears, and to enable enterprise authorization. Table B-1 describes each function. Figure B-10 Configuration-Configuration tab B-12 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 245: Configure Enterprise Authorization

    [APPLY CONFIGURATION] button was last clicked. Configure Enterprise Authorization The Configure-Enterprise Tab is used by the site’s IT (Information Technology) or GE Service personnel. It provides connectivity to the site’s user database. If you do not have a network established in your facility, this tab will not be used.
  • Page 246 Appendix B: Login Administration Figure B-11 Configuration-Enterprise tab B-14 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 247: Configure Audit Log

    Click [SUBMIT] to apply the settings. Figure B-12 Configuration -Audit Log tab B-15 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 248: Use Ldap Console

    Use LDAP Console Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) functions are available from the Configuration-LDAP Console tab. Figure B-13 Configuration-LDAP Console tab B-16 Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual © 2008 General Electric Company. All rights reserved.

  • Page 249: Appendix C: Technical Specifications

    Exposure time: Nominal shortest irradiation time = 1 ms. Selectable factors: kVp and mA both have the same range as non-AEC mode. Changes in selectable factors will affect the exposure time and mAs. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

  • Page 250: Duty Cycle

    X-Ray Source Assembly Filtration The x-ray source assembly is made up of the x-ray tube and the collimator. Together, they provide permanent, non-removable filtration of 3.6mm aluminum equivalent @ 80 kVp. Definium 5000 X-Ray System 5197809-1EN Rev. 4 (13 February 2008) Operator Manual ©...

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