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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

PROTEC® GmbH & Co. KGLichtenberger Straße 35, D-71720 Oberstenfeld, GermanyTelephone: +49 (0) 70 62/92 55-0 e-mail: [email protected]

Maschine No.:

Type:

Date of Installation:

Issued: Febr. 2005 / 2.0

Subject to alteration.

October 2006 / 2.3

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PROTEC® GmbH & Co. KG erklärt, dass das Produkt,PROTEC® GmbH & Co. KG declares, that the product,

Bezeichnung, Model name PROSCAN

Maschinentyp, Machine type Speicherfolien-System, CR-systemModell-Nr., Model no. 4xxx-9-0000

x is a number between 1 and 9

den einschlägigen Bestimmungen der folgenden Richtlinien entspricht:is in accordance with the relevant stipulations of the directives below:

Richtlinie für Medizinprodukte 93/42/EWG (Klasse 1) vom 14.06.1993,Niederspannungs-Richtlinie 73/23/EWG und EMV-Richtlinie 89/336/EWGDirective for medical devices 93/42/EEC (class 1) dd 06.14.1993,Directive for low voltage 73/23/EWG and EMVdirective 89/336/EWG.

Ergänzende Registrierungen,Supplementary Registrations: DIMDI: DE/0000042982

WEEE: DE 64311567

PROTEC® GmbH & Co. KG, Lichtenberger Straße 35, D-71720 Oberstenfeld, Germany

Ort und Datum der Ausstellung Unterschrift / SignaturePlace and date of issue

Oberstenfeld, 19. Oktober 2006 ppa. Frank Baisch(Technical Director Digital Systems)

EU Übereinstimmungserklärung

EU Declaration of ConformityCE

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Important Information

1. Notes ............................................................... 41.1 Conformity ................................................. 41.2 General Notes ........................................... 41.3 General Safety Notes ................................. 41.4 Software .................................................... 41.5 Peripheral Appliances ................................ 41.6 Using Imaging Plates ................................. 41.7 Electrical Safety Notes ............................... 51.8 Warnings and Symbols .............................. 5

2. Product Information ........................................ 52.1 Correct Usage ........................................... 52.2 Incorrect Usage ......................................... 52.3 Product Description ................................... 5

3. Contents .......................................................... 63.1 PROSCAN 35 Standard-Set ...................... 63.2 Optional Accessories ................................. 63.3 Spare Parts ............................................... 6

4. Components /System Requirements .................................... 74.1 Imaging Plates ........................................... 74.2 Protection Sleeves ..................................... 74.3 X-ray Cassettes ......................................... 74.4 Software .................................................... 74.5 Monitor ....................................................... 74.6 PC-Configuration ....................................... 7

5. Technical Data ................................................ 85.1 PROSCAN ................................................ 85.2 Imaging Plates ........................................... 8

6. Functional Description ................................... 96.1 Description ................................................ 96.2 Function of Individual Elements ................ 10

7. Functional Overview .....................................11

Assembly

8. Transporting the PROSCAN ........................ 129. Carrying the PROSCAN ................................ 12

10. Set-Up ........................................................... 1310.1 Operating Room ...................................... 1310.2 Set-Up Possibility .................................... 1310.3 Fitting the Light Shield .............................. 13

11. Electrical Connections ................................. 1412. Before Commissioning ................................. 14

12.1 Connecting the PROSCAN to theUSB port of the PC .................................. 14

12.2 Installing the PROSCAN Driver ................ 1413. Commissioning ............................................. 15

13.1 Configuration and Test ............................. 1513.2 Define X-ray Settings ............................... 1513.3 Scanning Data - e.g. with CONAXX ......... 15

Use

14. Imaging Plates and Protection Sleeves ...... 1614.1 Imaging Plates ......................................... 1614.2 Protection Sleeves ................................... 1614.3 Storage .................................................... 1714.4 Erasing Imaging Plates ............................ 17

15. Exposure and Scanning ............................... 1815.1 Exposure ................................................. 1815.2 Scanning Image Data .............................. 19

16. Cleaning ........................................................ 2016.1 PROSCAN .............................................. 2016.2 Imaging Plates ......................................... 2016.3 Protection Sleeves ................................... 20

Maintenance / Disposal

17. Maintenance ................................................. 2117.1 Maintenance Check List ........................... 21

18. Appliance Disposal ....................................... 2119. Disposal of Imaging Plates and

Protection Sleeves ....................................... 21

Troubleshooting

20. Tips for Operators and Technicians ........... 22

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1.1 ConformityAccording to the Low-Voltage Guidelines 73/23/EWGand EMV-Directive 89/336/EWG of the EU this appliancehas undergone a Conformity Test and conforms to all re-quirements of these regulations.

1.2 General Notes• These Installation and Operating Instructions form

an integral part of the unit. They must be kept closeto the unit and in readiness whenever required.Precise observance of these instructions is a pre-condition for use of the unit for the intended purposeand for its correct operation. These Installation andOperatingInstructions should be passed on to any future purcha-ser or operator.

• Safety for the operator as well as trouble-freeoperation of the unit are only ensured if use is made oforiginal equipment parts. Moreover, use may only bemade of those accessories that are specified in thetechnical documentation or that have been expresslyapproved and released by PROTEC® GmbH & Co.KG for the intended purpose. PROTEC® cannotguarantee for the safety or proper functioning of thisunit in the case where parts or accessories areused which are not supplied by PROTEC®. Allclaims for damages, caused by the use of parts andaccessories not supplied by PROTEC®, areexcluded.

• PROTEC® only regard themselves as beingresponsible for the equipment with regard to safety,reliability and proper functioning if assembly,resettings, changes or modifications, extensions andrepairs have been carried out by PROTEC® or anagency authorized by PROTEC® and if theequipment is used in conformity with the Installationand Operating Instructions.

• The Installation and Operating Instructions correspondwith the model of appliance and conform to the currentstate of technology at time of first use. All switches,processes, trade marks, software programs and ap-pliances named in this document are registerednames.

• Any reprinting of the technical documentation, in wholeor in part, is subject to prior approval of PROTEC®

being given in writing.

• As condensation can collect if the scanner is broughtinto a warm room from a cold environment, pleasewait a few minutes after unpacking before connectingto any power supply so that it can reach room tempe-rature and until it is thoroughly dry.

1.3 General Safety NotesThis appliance has been designed and constructedby PROTEC® so that any danger arising from the useof this product is virtually excluded provided it is fittedaccording to the instructions. However, in order to avoidany possible damage or injury we are obliged to point outthe following safety measures.

• When operating this appliance observe all localrules and regulations!

Conversion or alteration of the appliance isprohibited and any warranty becomes invalid. Ope-ration of such appliances can have legalconsequences for the operator. In the interests ofensuring problem-free running the owner andoperator are responsible for observing all rules andregulations.

• Retain all packing material in case the device mustbe returned to the manufacturers. Take care that itdoes not fall into the hands of children. Only the ori-ginal packing guarantees optimal safety of theappliance during transport.

Should it be necessary to return the product to themanufacturer during the waranty period, PROTEC®

will not accept claims for damage arising fromusing incorrect packing materials!

• This product is a technical device and may only beoperated by trained personnel or someone who canhandle the device safely.

• Before every use the operator must check thefunctional safety and the condition of the appliance.

• The operator must be knowledgeable in the operationof the appliance.

• The product is not designed to be used in medicaltreatment areas where there exists the danger of ex-plosion. Areas where explosions could occur are tho-se where flammable anesthetic material, skin clean-sers, oxygen and skin disinfectants are used. This ap-pliance is not to be used in areas where the at-mosphere could cause fire.

1.4 SoftwareOnly software that has been explicitly approved byPROTEC® may be used with this appliance. We re-commend the use of PROTEC® software CONAXXincluded in the standard set. The use of any othersoftware must be cleared with PROTEC® first.

1.5 Peripheral AppliancesAll peripherals (PC, monitor, printer) connected to thesystem must conform to standard IEC 60950(EN 60950) or must be "UL-listed".

1.6 Using Imaging PlatesPROSCAN may only be used in combination withimaging plates provided by PROTEC®. The imagingplates must be max. 35 cm (14") in width.

See also section 14. Imaging plates.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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1.7 Electrical Safety Notes• PROSCAN may only be used with a correctly installed

plug and socket.

• Before switching on the appliance, check that thevoltage and frequency of the appliance correspondwith the local supply.

• Before switching on the appliance, check that the con-nections are in order. Damaged cables and plugs etc.must be replaced before using the appliance.

• Should the appliance be used in patient's environment(< 1,5 m), a potential equalization is necessary.

Switch off all power before opening the appliance

1.8 Warnings and SymbolsThese Installation and Operating Instructions use thefollowing terms and symbols for important information:

Instructions or restrictions designed for theprotection of personnel and safety of thedevice

Remove power

Instructions concerning economical use of theappliance

WEEE Label - waste electrical and electronicequipment

2.1 Correct Usage• PROSCAN is only to be used in conjunction with

optical examination and processing of images usingimaging plates.

• Correct usage involves observation of the Installationand Operating Instructions as well as complying withset-up, maintenance and operating instructions.

• Any actions deviating from what is deemed to becorrect usage will lead to the guarantee becoming nulland void.

• The operator is liable for all damage occurring as a re-sult of incorrect usage of the appliance.

• Correct usage also involves the observation of all localrules and regulations concerning safety at work andsafety from radiation.

2.2 Incorrect UsageAny other use or use beyond what is specified isdeemed to be not for the intended purpose. The manu-facturer accepts no liability for damage resulting there-from. All risk is borne solely by the user.

2.3 Product DescriptionPROSCAN is a scanner using imaging plates of varioussizes. The imaging plate is an exposure medium forX-rays whereby the conventional X-ray film is replaced.This imaging plate is available in different formats andstores the image information similarly to x-ray films.PROSCAN changes the image information, by scanningusing a laser, into a digital image signal. By this meansdigital image archiving and processing on a PC as wellas fast image availablity are achieved. The image infor-mation on the storage medium is erased by exposure tolight.

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3.3 Spare Parts

• Rollermodule set (3 pieces) ............4151-0-0004

• Beltdrive set (2x left, 2x right) ............4151-0-0005

• Toothed belt set (4 pieces) ..............4151-0-0006

• Light protective brush set (front andrear) ...................................................4151-0-0007

• Data cable USB (3m) .......................4151-0-0009

• Power supply unit .............................4151-0-0010

• Mains cable 2x0,75 ...........................4151-0-0011

• Light shield .......................................4151-0-0012

• Plate transfer bow ............................4151-0-0013

• Conveyor belt Set (4 Stück) ..............4151-0-0014

• PCB status indication .......................4151-0-0015

• Light protection brush input .............4151-0-0016

• Light protection brush output ...........4151-0-0017

• Round cover for cylinder ...................4151-0-0018

• Felt stripe ..........................................4151-0-0019

• Eraser unit ........................................4151-0-0021

3.1 PROSCAN 35 Standard-SetArt.-No. 4752-9-0000

• PROSCAN 35 CR-system .....................................

• Main cable ..............................................................

• Power supply unit ..................................................

• Data cable USB 3 m (from S-No. XXXXX-2004-0140) ..............................

• Light shield ..............................................................

• 2 Imaging plates either 18x24 cm (8x10")or 24x30 cm (10x12") alternatively ..........................

• 2 Imaging plates either 35x35 cm (14x14")or 35x43 cm (14x17") alternatively ..........................

• 4 Protection sleeves either 18x24 cm (8x10")or 24x30 cm (10x12") alternatively ..........................

• 4 Protection sleeves either 35x35 cm (14x14")or 35x43 cm (14x17") alternatively ..........................

• Software CONAXX Acquisition System ...................

• Product information .................................................

• Protection cover ......................................................

(According to your order your delivery may deviate fromthis standard-set).

3.2 Optional Accessories

The following parts are not or once supplied with thestandard-set. Please order separately in addition asrequired:

• Imaging Plates-Size 18x24 cm (8x10") .....................4250-0-0001

• Imaging Plates-Size 24x30 cm (10x12") ...................4250-0-0002



• Protection sleeves-Size 18x24 cm (8x10") .....................4250-0-0021

• Protection sleeves-Size 24x30 cm (10x12") ...................4250-0-0022



• X-ray cassettes-Size 18x24 cm (8x10") .....................4250-0-0041

• X-ray cassettes-Size 24x30 cm (10x12") ...................4250-0-0042



• Special cleaner for imaging plates125 ml ...............................................4250-0-0206

• PROMIS medical imaging software (PACS)packages and extensions on request

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In order to operate the PROSCAN the following com-ponents are required.

X-ray cassettes and monitors are optional accesso-ries and not included in the content of a standard-set.

4.1 Imaging PlatesImaging plates are used as an exposure medium for X-rays instead of conventional X-ray films.

4.2 Protection SleevesFor working in ambient light, the protection sleeveprevents erasure of information stored on the imagingplate.

4.3 X-ray Cassettes (Accessory)For exposures it is necessary to have X-ray cassetteswithout strengthening foil. These are available as acces-sories at PROTEC®. The intensifying screen can sim-ply be removed from existing X-ray film cassettes.Only plastic cassettes should be used.

4.4 SoftwareSpecial acquisition software is necessary in conjunctionwith the PROSCAN. The standard-set includes the soft-ware CONAXX from PROTEC® . The use of alternativesoftware can lead to lower image quality or pictureloss. PROTEC® cannot guarantee function, imagequality or picture loss if an alternative software hasbeen used. Only software as approved by PROTEC®

may be used, and this must be able to process 16 bitgray shades.

4.5 Monitor (Accessory)Only monitors designed for digital X-rays having ahigher intensity of light and greater contrast as recom-mended by PROTEC® should be used. Strong roomlighting, direct sunlight and reflected light reduce thediagnostic quality of the X-ray images.

4. COMPONENTS /SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS


4.6 PC-ConfigurationThe minimum system requirements depend to a great extent on the software employed and can vary from theconfiguration described below.

Processor Min. Intel Pentium IV (no Celeron), min. 1,4 GHz

Operating system Windows 2000 Professional (min. SP 4), XP Professional (min. SP 1)

RAM Main memory min. 1 GB

Hard disk Hard disk min. 80* GB (preferably min. 7200 r.p.m.)

Graphics card Resolution min. 1280x1024, True Color Mode (32 Bit), min. 64 MB memory (no shared memory,that means no onboard card)

Monitor Colour or grayscale monitor min. 17", for diagnosis please consider the law

Mouse, keyboard Standard PS/2, preferably no USB input devices

Disk drive CD-ROM 24x or faster

CD writer* Recommended

Interfaces USB 2.0 interface (no SiS USB chip set)

Archive* RAID 1 system or higher, please also consider the law; recommended min. 400 GB

Power supply* An uninterruptible power supply (UPS), a voltage stabilizer and an overvoltage protectionare recommended

Network card* for server connection network card with ethernet 100/1000 interface (TCP/IP connection)

Backup* Recommended. Neither the CONAXX software nor the PROSCAN CR-system contain anintegrated backup system. Please use state-of-the-art products commercially available on yourown responsibility.

* not needed for demo presentations

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5.1 PROSCAN

Electrical ratings and connectionsPower supplyVoltage (V) .................................. 100 - 240 (-10/+6%)Frequency (Hz) ............................................... 50 - 60Current consumption (A) ................................. max. 2Power output (W) ............................................... <460Fusing ................................................................. IP20Safety class .............................................................. II

Electrical ratings and connectionsPROSCANVoltage (V) ..............................................24 (+/- 10%)Frequency ............................................................. DCCurrent consumption (A) ................................. max. 5Power output (W) ............................................... <120

DimensionsH = 39 cm (151/3"), W = 38 cm (15"), D = 52 cm (201/2")

Feed slot widthfor imaging plates ............................ max. 35 cm (14")

Temperature rangeOperational ......................................... +10 bis +35 °C........................................................ (+50 up to 95 °F)Storage and transport .......................... -20 bis +60 °C......................................................... (-4 up to 140 °F)

Relative humidityOperational (%) ............................................... 20 - 90Storage and transport (%) ............................... 10 - 95

Air pressureOperational (hPa) ...................................... 700 - 1060Sea level ........................................ <2000 m (6.560 ft)Storage and transport (hPa) ...................... 700 - 1060Sea level ...................................... 16000 m (52.500 ft)

WeightPROSCAN ........................................ ca. 21 kg (46 lb)

General valuesMedical appliance class ........................................... 1Laser safety class ............................... 1 (EN60825-1)

Wavelength I 635 nm15 mWEN 60825-1:1994-03 +A1:2002-07+A2:2001-03

Max. loudness (db(A)) .......................................... <60Heat output (W) .................................................... <70

Pixel sizeCan be set .......................................... 4 to 10 Lp/mm.

Resolution depends on imaging plate size and type.

5.2 Imaging Plates

Storage and transportTemperature ......................................... <33°C (91 °F)Rel. humidity (%) .................................................. <80

OperationalTemperature ............................ 18 - 45 °C (64-113 °F)Rel. humidity (%) .................................................. <80

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6. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION

6.1 Description

PROSCAN is a modern, high-resolution scanner forimaging plates. It transforms the X-ray imageinformation stored on the imaging plate into a digitalimage signal.

The imaging plate is exposed to X-rays exactly as a nor-mal X-ray film. This is carried out in appropriate casset-tes in various formats.

Using the acquisition software CONAXX the readoutprocess of the PROSCAN is started. Then the imagingplate (inside the protection sleeve) is placed and adju-sted at the input slot of the plate transfer box.

If the green LED on the plate transfer box is on display,the imaging plate can manually be moved out of the pro-tection sleeve into the input slot.

As soon as the imaging plate has been put into correctposition it will be fed into the plate transfer box. Insidethe plate transfer box scanning of the imaging platetakes place, whereby a laser scans the image informa-tion and transmits this to the PC. Scanning progress isdisplayed in a small window on the monitor.

During the scanning of the imaging plate, the imagedetails will be stored in the memory of the PC. Remai-ning image information on the imaging plate will be dele-ted automatically after the scan process by light of highintensity using the integrated eraser unit. The internalcontrol of the eraser unit guarantees sufficient er-asing capacity. After scanning the imaging plate itselfstays fixed at the PROSCAN. From there the imagingplate can be removed and prepared for use inanother exposure. Careful handling of this imagestorage medium means that this imagingplate can be used several thousands of times.

Firstly, check that the imaging plate is neither dirty nordamaged. Damaged plates must never be reused. If theplate is in good condition, it is put first in the protectionsleeve and then into the cassette, which has to be clo-sed. Then the imaging plate can be positioned at the X-ray unit for a new exposure.


Photomultiplier

Lasersource

Reflectionlayer

Pentaprism

Flywheel disk

Parabolic mirror

Imaging plate

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6.2 Function of Individual Elements

1. Imaging Plate with Protection Sleeve:

The imaging plate serves the same function as anX-ray film for X-ray exposures.

2. Protection Sleeve:

Inside this protection sleeve the imaging plate isplaced at the input slot of the imaging transfer box.This sleeve is a protection against daylight whichwould erase the exposure.

3. Cassette:

For X-ray the imaging plate (inside the protectionsleeve) is put into the cassette. At already existingconventional cassettes the intensifying screen hasto be removed. Only plastic cassettes should beused.

4. Input Slot:

The imaging plate is automatically pulled in throughthe input slot. The protection sleeve remains outsidethe slot.

5. Yellow LED:

If the yellow LED lights up, the PROSCAN is swit-ched on but not yet initiated.

If the yellow LED blinks there is no connection to thePC, or the data storage is full.

6. On/Off Switch:

The PROSCAN is switched on (or off) by pressingthe On/Off switch for 2 seconds.

7. Green LED:

The green LED shows whether the PROSCAN isready for operation.

8. Plate Transfer Box:

The transport mechanism is inside the plate transferbox.

9. Status LED:

On top of the input slot there are four status LEDs.They show, whether an imaging plate can be inser-ted for scanning.

LED green Imaging plate can be inserted.

LED yellow Imaging plate can not be inserted.

10. Light Shield:

The arc-shaped light shield fitting prevents the ad-mission of stray ambient light to the output slot onthe transport box.

11. Optical Scanner with integrated erasurefunction:

An optical scanner inside the unit reads the X-rayimage using a laser device and converts this into adigitised signal. The integrated erasure unit deletsremaining information from the imaging plate. Theimaging plate is then expelled through the output slotof the transfer box.


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7. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW


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Set-up, installation and commissioning mayonly be carried out by suitably qualifiedpersonnel.

8. TRANSPORTING THE PROSCAN

Empty the carton completely and store it in a cool, dryplace. Check that all components are present.

Before transporting the PROSCAN please note thefollowing:

• Do not expose the PROSCAN to any knocks or jolts,as these can damage the appliance.

• Only use the original packaging during any transport.

9. CARRYING THE PROSCAN

Always hold the PROSCAN by its housingfrom the rear (see fig. 1).

Never take hold of the PROSCAN by theplate transfer box or by the lid, otherwisesensitive parts of the PROSCAN maybecome damaged (see fig. 2 and 3).

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10. SET-UP

10.1 Operating Room• The PROSCAN may only be set up in closed, dry and

well-ventilated rooms.

It is vitally important that the PROSCANdoes not get dirty. See section 16.1Cleaning the PROSCAN.

• Room temperature in winter may not fall below+ 10°C (+50 °F) and in summer must not exceed+ 35°C (+95 °F).

• If the PROSCAN is taken from a cold environment tothe operating room, condensation development canoccur. Connect the PROSCAN to the voltage systemonly when the PROSCAN has reached roomtempera-ture and is completely dry.

• Installation in purpose-built rooms, such as wet roomsor heating rooms, is not permitted.

• Do not set up the PROSCAN in direct sunlight. If pos-sible, room lighting should be controlled by means ofa dimmer.

The PROSCAN is sensitive to stray light duringthe scanning phase of image processing. The-refore, the PROSCAN should be set up in adark room and free from direct sunlight (maxi-mum light intensity 1000 Lux). If this value isexceeded the software will detect it (see sec-tion 20. Troubleshooting).

Ideal results are reached with a set-up parallelto daylight windows.

• The set-up room should not be affected by any inter-ference (e.g. strong magnetic fields), this can lead toproblems with the PROSCAN. Also a set-up in thedirect path of rays from the X-ray device should beavoided.

• Enough space to the wall must be provided to avoiddamaging the imaging plates.

10.2 Set-up Possibility• PROSCAN is set up on a table. In order to avoid

errors in the scanning of image details, the PRO-SCAN must be protected from knocking or shaking.

10.3 Fitting the Light ShieldFor additional light protection the arc-shapedlight shield must be mounted at the output slotof the transport box .

• Clip the light shield strip into place (left and right).

Transport of the imaging plates at theoutlet must not be interfered.

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12. BEFORE COMMISSIONING

12.1 Connecting the PROSCAN to theUSB port of the PC

Installation of the PROSCAN via USB requires afully functioning USB 2.0 PC-port. Following ope-rating systems support USB:Windows 2000: USB 2.0 from Service Pack 4Windows XP: USB 2.0 from Service Pack 1

• Use the USB cable provided to connect the PC andthe PROSCAN using two USB slots.

12.2 Installing the PROSCAN Driver

In order to operate the PROSCAN first theCONAXX software has to be installed. It includesthe suitable PROSCAN driver .

For installation you need administration rights!

• Insert the installation CD in the CD drive.

• Install the CONAXX software according to theCONAXX manual and afterwards leave the installationCD in the CD/DVD drive.

• Switch on the PROSCAN. The notice "Found NewHardware" will appear on your desktop.

• Select "Install from a list or specific location".• Select "Search for the best driver in these locations"

and "Search removable media".

• After termination take out the CD (in some cases thePC will be restarted).

For further information regarding the installationof the USB driver see the detailed "Installation In-structions".

11. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS

Connect power cable to both power unit and socket.Connect power unit to the PROSCAN.

The PROSCAN can be used with voltagesfrom 100 V to 240 V and 50-60 Hz.Before connecting the unit to the powersupply, the voltage must be checked, other-wise the appliance could be damaged.Use PROTEC® power cable supplied.

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13. COMMISSIONING

13.1 Configuration and Test• Turn PROSCAN on at ON/OFF switch.

• Switch on PC.

• Start Software PROSCAN Config. The Scannersymbol and the "LOG" sign appear in the task bar(see fig. 8).

• Carry out configuration and system test accordingto instructions "Configuration and Troubleshooting".This may only be carried out by suitable qualifiedpersonnel.

13.2 Define X-ray Settings• Erase the imaging plate supplied, as described in sec-

tion 14.4 before use.

• X-ray appliances can usually use the same setting asare employed for analog films.

Before using the PROSCAN a test procedure ofthe X-ray equipment must be carried out accor-ding to national regulations. A test mask is ne-cessary for this testing. The results should beentered in the equipment log book.

13.3 Scanning Data - e.g. with CONAXX• Choose a patient or rather create a new one in the

image acquisition software CONAXX.

• Choose bodypart and view position.

• After you have activated the job PROSCAN starts thescan process.

• An image preview appears in the window at thebottom of the right side (see fig. 9).

• The image data will now be transferred to the PC.

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14. IMAGING PLATES AND PROTECTIONSLEEVES

14.1 Imaging Plates

• PROSCAN may only be used in combination withimaging plates as supplied by PROTEC®.

• Imaging plates have an active and a passive side.The active side is white. The passive side has ablack surface.

• Imaging plates are as flexible as X-ray films. Never-theless, handle with care. Do not bend, applypressure, scratch or allow them to get dirty.

• Protect from direct sunlight and ultraviolet light.

• Do not put imaging plates in the autoclave.

• Check the imaging plates for any signs of damage.

• Imaging plates must be replaced if there is any sign ofdamage (e.g. protective layer is damaged, or visiblescratches which could interfere with diagnosis).

• Work only with clean hands. Avoid soiling caused byoil and grease.

• The imaging plates may not get in contact with waterduring cleaning or simply through wet hands.

• During feeding only put pressure on the imaging plate,not on the protection sleeve.

• During feeding only put pressure forwards not down-wards.

• When you slide in the imaging plate into the protectionsleeve, do not bend it or allow it to get dirty.

• Protect edges from getting damaged.

• See also section 16.2. Cleaning.

Kindly note our "Tips for handling Imaging Platesand PROSCAN".

14.2 Protection Sleeves

• Do not put protection sleeves in the autoclave.

• Protection sleeves are flexible. Nevertheless, handlewith care.

• Do not bend it or allow it to get dirty.

• See also section 16.3 Cleaning.

• Do not hold the protection sleeve at the foam.

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14.3 Storage

• Store the imaging plates always horizontally on a levelsurface to avoid deformations.

• Storage of imaging plates at max. 33°C (91°F).

• Do not store the imaging plates in hot and humidlocations.

• Store imaging plates in a dark place.

• Insert the imaging plates inside protection sleeves ofcorrect size and store them in the respective sleevesor X-ray cassettes.

If storing the plates in the X-ray room becareful not to allow the plates to be exposedto any light respectively X-rays from theequipment before use.

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14.4 Erasing Imaging Plates

After the scan process the imaging plates are dele-ted automatically.

Imaging plates not being used for a longertime (from approx. 7 days) should be erasedagain before use in order to prevent the platesfrom exposure by earth rays. For erasure an"empty" scan procedure with an unexposedimaging plate can be carried out. Thus theimaging plate will be erased automatically.

The imaging plates are flexible like X-rayfilms. However, take care when handlingthem. Do not bend, apply pressure, scratchor allow them to get dirty.

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15. EXPOSURE AND SCANNING

15.1 Exposure

• Store the imaging plates always horizontally on a levelsurface to avoid deformations.

Only use cassettes without intensifying screen.Where a cassette has extra intensifying screen,this must be removed completely. The use of acassette with intensifying screen will lead to aloss of picture quality.

• Place the erased imaging plate into the protectionsleeve. The active side must be to the rear. Thepassive side will be facing (i.e. visible) (see fig. 14).

• Place the imging plate with the protection sleeve intothe film cassette of the X-ray device.

The active side of the imaging plate must befacing the closed side of the film cassette.

• Place the film cassette into the X-ray machine.

The closed side of the film cassette must befacing the X-ray tube.

• Set exposure time and settings on the radiographicequipment.

• Expose the imaging plate.

The image data on the imaging plate must bescanned into the PROSCAN within half anhour.

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15.2 Scanning Image Data

• See also section 13.3.

• Switch on the PROSCAN.

• Choose the corresponding patient using the imageacquisition software CONAXX.

• Create a job by selecting the bodypart and the view-position.

• PROSCAN starts scanning after you have activatedthe job.

• Place the protection sleeve with the imaging plate atthe input slot on the image transfer box. Make sure itis placed accurately. The LEDs must be green.

• Move the imaging plate out of the protection sleeveinto the input slot until the imaging plate is drawn in bythe PROSCAN. The protection sleeve remains outsidethe input slot.

• Scan image data.

The PROSCAN draws the imaging plate automa-tically into the scanner. Scanning takes place au-tomatically. During scanning of the imaging plateall 4 status LEDs will be yellow.The protection sleeve may only be removed fromthe image transfer box when the main drivemotors and all 4 status LEDs have turned off (invery few cases they will be green).

• Move the imaging plate at the output side of thePROSCAN backwards, then remove it upwards.

The scanning process must be completelyfinished, before the imaging plate can beremoved.

For the imaging plate passing throughenough space must be provided behind thedevice.

• After scanning the image data will be transfered au-tomatically to the image acquisition software.

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16. CLEANING

16.1 PROSCAN• The housing of the PROSCAN can be cleaned using a

moist cloth and disinfected using a mild disinfectioncloth.

• Any dirt or grime at the input or output slot must beremoved before scanning.

Do not use a disinfectant spray on thePROSCAN. No fluids should be allowed toenter the interior of the appliance. Thiscould damage the device.

16.2 Imaging Plates• Clean imaging plates weekly.• Any dirt must be removed from both sides before

further use taking a soft, lint-free cotton gauze.Remaining dirt particles can be removed using non-diluted Ethanol or non-diluted Isopropanol (i.e.without water) with careful circular wiping motion.

• We recommend to use the PROTEC® special cleaner(see section 3.2 Optional Accessories).

Other types of cleaning or disinfecting agentsmay damage the imaging plate.

Do not put the imaging plate in theautoclave.

Baths of disinfectant may destroy theimaging plate.

• Before using the imaging plate again, allow to drythoroughly.

16.3 Protection Sleeves• Clean protection sleeves weekly.• Any dirt or grime must be removed from the protection

sleeves before being reused to avoid damages at theimaging plates.

• For cleaning e.g. a disinfectant agent or the PROTEC®

special cleaner can be sprayed on a soft, lint-freecloth.

• Any dirt can be removed with careful circular wipingmotion.

• Before using the protection sleeve again, allow to drythoroughly.

Do not put the protection sleeve in theautoclave.

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17. MAINTENANCE

Maintenance of the PROSCAN CR-system should becarried out twice a year, but at least once a year. If thePROSCAN CR-system is used very often maintenanceshould be arranged after having scanned 10.000imaging plates.

If the PROSCAN CR-system is used very often the belttransport could get worn out. Therefore the conveyorbelts should be replaced every 3 to 5 years. Pleaseconsider the respective instructions. For replacementplease check also the teflon layer underneath theconveyor belts at the plate transfer box.

17.1 Maintenance Check List

Maintenance should include the following steps:

• Checking the toothed belts (4 pieces) and the enginemounting at the plate transfer bow

• Checking the black protection foil on the inside of theplate transfer bow

• Checking the conveyor belt regarding stability, flakingand slipping

• Checking the rubber roll and the roll segment

• Checking and cleaning the light protective brush at theinput and output tube. Remove loose hairs.

• Checking the area of the scanner slot (underneath theplate transfer bow) regarding edges, flaking of the re-flection layer and concerning to foreign substances(please remove!)

• Cleaning the conveyor belts and rolls inside the scan-ner thoroughly

• Blowing out the scanner with compressed air – if pos-sible

• Analysing the scanner’s report file• Checking the environmental light with the help of the

oscilloscope mode

• Checking the PROSCAN function with the help of thesystem check

• Checking the erasure unit

18. APPLIANCE DISPOSAL

Please despose of all old devices in anenvironmentally friendly manner.Old devices contain materials which need to berecycled. Please have them collected separate-ly and recycle appropriately or return the unit toyour supplier for disposal. He will return theappliance to the manufacturer for materialrecycling.

19. DISPOSAL OF IMAGING PLATES ANDPROTECTION SLEEVES

Please observe local and national regulations when dis-posing of the imaging plates and protection sleeves.

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20. TIPS FOR OPERATORS AND TECHNICIANS

Any repairs above and beyond what can be considered as normal maintenance may only be carried out bysuitably qualified personnel or our service technicians.

• Check power cable, plugs andsockets

• Check fuses• Check power supply, whether

green LED lights up

• Inform service technician

• Check power cable, plugs andsockets

• Check power supply voltage




• Switch on PROSCAN

• Check connecting cable

• Check USB interface


• Only use original "PROTEC®-cable"

• Check correct position of theimaging plate

• Push the imaging plate vaster

• No power

• ON/OFF switch defective

• Power cable or plug notconnected properly

• Voltage too low

• Hardware defective

• LED defective

• If noises persist longer than 30secs the beam diverter isdefective

• PROSCAN not switched on

• Cable loose between PROSCANand PC

• PC cannot find connection toPROSCAN

• Hardware defect at PROSCAN

• Incorrect or too long connectioncable used

• Imaging plate not placed correctly

• Imaging plate pushed into theinput slot not vast enough

Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

1. PROSCAN does not switch on

2. PROSCAN switches off aftershort period

3. Status Error or operation LEDdoes not show

4. Loud noises afterswitching on

5. Image processing softwaredoes not recognisePROSCAN

6. Error when transmitting databetween PROSCAN and PC.Error message: "CRC Error""Timeout"

7. Imaging plate does not getdrawn into image transfer box

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8. X-ray immage does notappear on PC screen afterscanning

9. X-ray image too dark

10. Image is a mirror-image

11. X-ray image presentsshadows or ghost images

12. Image in scan window isincomplete. Software can notcompose an image from thedata

13. X-ray image has stripes

• Imaging plate was incorrectlyplaced with active side to the rear

• Picture data on imaging plateerased

• Hardware defect

• Fault in the processing software

• X-ray equipment faulty

• No data on the imaging plate

• X-ray image over-exposed

• Imaging plate was inserted in thecassette back-to-front

• Incorrect parameters selected

• The previous image was not suf-ficiently erased before use

• Imaging plate has been expo-sed to X-rays before use.

• Radiation dose on the imagingplate too low

• Amplification set too low (HV-va-lue)

• Inappropriate scan mode selected

• Threshold level set too high

• Imaging plate has been exposed

• Exposure to light during handling

• Imaging plate dirty or scratched

• There are hairs or dirt in thePROSCAN

• Replace as quickly as possibleand rescan active side

• Picture data on imaging platemust be scanned as soon aspossible after removal from theprotection sleeve or cassette




• Expose imaging plate

• Set the intensity of light in the soft-ware

• Position the imaging platecorrectly

• Select correct parameters

• Observe recommended erasuretimes

• Check light intensity and erasuretime

• See section 14.4. Erasing Ima-ging Plates

• Take cassettes individually inthe X-ray room.

• Increase radiation dose

• Increase amplification (HV-value)

• Select suitable scanning mode

• Reduce setting

• Use the imaging plate within 24hours after erasure

• Do not expose the imaging plateto bright light. Exposure and scan-ning should be carried out withinhalf an hour of each other

• Clean the imaging plate with non-diluted Ethanol or Isopropanol andcareful wiping. Scratched imagingplates must be replaced


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14. Warning: "Too muchambient light"

15. Bright stripes in scanningwindow

16. Second image appears withthin light and dark stripes

17. Broad white band at topedge of image

18. Images are exposed twice

• Intensity of light in vicinity of thePROSCAN is too high

• Too much ambient light duringscanning

• Too much ambient light duringscanning

• Too much stray light enteredsystem after scanning, recog-nized by software as belonging toimage being processed

• Image information has not beendeleted

• Put on the protection sleevecompletely

• Darken the room• Turn the PROSCAN so that no

light falls on the input slot








• Only remove protection sleeveafter complete scanning process



• The erasure function is deactiva-ted. Activate this function in thescan mode

• Life cycle of the erasure lamps isrunning out. Inform servicetechnician

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