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 Discovery Series and Explorer Site
Preparation Guide

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March 2008

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This information is provided only to authorized representatives of Hologic’s customers,
solely for the purpose of facilitating the use of Hologic’s products. No information
contained herein may be disclosed to any unauthorized person, for any purpose
whatsoever without the written consent of Hologic, Inc.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Introduction
This guide provides information for preparing the site for the delivery and installation of
a QDR Series X-ray device.
The installation of an X-ray device at any site requires serious consideration regarding
space and site planning. A correctly prepared site provides a comfortable working
environment for the operator with proper access for the patient.
If you have specific questions or concerns, please contact Hologic Sales Administration
Department at (800) 343-XRAY.

Room Requirements
The following figures show the minimum room dimensions for a QDR System:
Figure 1-1. Discovery A
Figure 1-2. Discovery SL
Figure 1-3. Discovery W, Wi and PW
Figure 1-4. Discovery C, Ci, P and Explorer
Figure 1-5. Explorer with Whole Body Option
A larger room and wider doorway, however, simplifies installation, use, and service.
You can fit a QDR System through a 76 cm (30 in.) wide doorway. A hallway at least
115 cm (45”) wide simplifies and speeds up installation.
Note: The minimum room dimensions assume there are no obstructions or
outcroppings within the room. It is the customer’s responsibility to
remove obstructions or outcroppings prior to the install date.
The QDR Series operator’s console is connected to the scanner table by a 4.5m (15’)
cable.
Since the leakage and scatter radiation levels are low, you can place the operator’s
console in the same room with the QDR Series scanner. Additional shielding should not
be required, however, state regulations may vary. Please discuss your particular state
requirements with your radiation facility safety officer.
Note 1: When planning room layout, bear in mind that the signal and console
power cables come out of the left rear corner of the scanner unit
(facing the scanner) and plug into the operator’s console.
Note 2: Optional 9m (30 ft) or 14m (45 ft) signal/console power cables are
available by special order—at no additional charge.
Note 3: The system power cable comes out of the left rear corner of the
scanner unit (Discovery) or the Power Module (Explorer) and plugs
into a wall outlet. The length is 4.5m (15’). No other length is
available.

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 The following table provides the weight, area, and floor loading specifications for the
Discovery Series and Explorer systems:
Discovery A Discovery C, Discovery SL Discovery W, Explorer
Discovery Ci Discovery Wi
Discovery P Discovery PW
Equipment 365 kg 295 kg 365 kg 295 kg 327 kg
Weight 800 lb 650 lb 800 lb 650 lb 720 lb
Max. 204 kg 204 kg 204 kg 204 kg 159 kg
Patient 450 lb 450 lb 450 lb 450 lb 350 lb
Weight
Total 524 kg 454 kg 524 kg 454 kg 463 kg
Weight 1150 lb 1000 lb 1150 lb 1000 lb 1020 lb
Area 1. 9 m x 1.1 m 1. 9 m x 1.1 m 1. 9 m x 1.1 m 1. 9 m x 1.1 m 1. 9 m x 1.1 m
6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 6.3 ft x 3.5 ft 6.3 ft x 3.5 ft
Floor 244 kg/m2 215 kg/m2 244 kg/m2 220 kg/m2 222 kg/m2
Loading 49.9 lb/ft2 43.9 lb/ft2 49.9 lb/ft2 45 lb/ft2 46.3 lb/ft2

The floor must be level to within 3 cm across 2m (1 in. across 6 ft). If carpeting is
beneath the system, it should be low pile and anti-static.

If possible, allow clearance of at least a 5 cm (2 in.) plus the maximum tabletop extension
for the -A and -SL models between the QDR System outer surfaces and the walls.

Temperature/Humidity Control
You can operate your QDR System at the following temperature and humidity levels:
• Temperature: 15º - 32º C (59º - 90º F)
• Humidity: 20 % - 80 % relative humidity, non-condensing

Heat Load
The Discovery A and SL will add approximately 1500 watts (5120 BTU/hour) to the air
conditioning load of the room in which it is installed.
The Discovery W, Wi, PW, C, Ci, P and Explorer will add approximately 1000 watts
(3400 BTU/hour) to the air conditioning load of the room in which it is installed.

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Power Requirements
The power requirements for all models of the QDR System are as follows:

MAXIMUM APPARENT
VOLTAGE FREQUENCY CURRENT LINE RESISTANCE
(volts) (Hz) (Amperes (ohms)
100 50/60 16.0 0.32
120 (Domestic) 50/60 14.0 0.32
230 50/60 8.0 1.28

Note: A dedicated, single-phase, grounded, electrical circuit is required for

all models.

Pre-Installation Questionnaire
A Pre-Installation Questionnaire must be completed and returned to Hologic before
system delivery and installation can be scheduled.

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 Figure 1-2. Discovery SL

Note: For proper operation of the Discovery SL, the room dimensions must be at least
8 ft (244 cm) by 8 ft (244 cm).

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Note: For proper operation of the Discovery W, Wi or PW the room dimensions must
be at least 10 ft (305 cm) by 8 ft (244 cm).

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 Figure 1-4. Discovery C
Discovery Ci
Discovery P
Explorer

Note: For proper operation of the Discovery C, Ci, P, or Explorer the room dimensions
must be at least 8 ft (244 cm) by 8 ft (244 cm).

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Note: For proper operation of the Explorer with Whole Body Option, the room
dimensions must be at least 10 ft (305 cm) by 8 ft (244 cm).

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 To wall outlet

To scanner

Power Module Upright

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Power Module Lying Flat

Figure 1-6. Explorer Power Module

The Explorer Power Module may be installed in the upright or flat position. Dimensions
of the Power Module are shown in the following table.
Dimension Inches Centimeters
A 17.25 43.82
B 24.25 61.60
C 5.75 14.61

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