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4512 984 30191 Vers. 00 1
Workstation DigitalDiagnost
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List of pages and drawings (LOPAD) Manual Order No: 4512 984 30191
released: 11/2006
1-4
DigitalDiagnost
Release 1.5.x
preliminary 8.11.2006
Table of CONTENTS
1 Introduction................................................................................................................................3
2 Workstation ................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Compatibility ................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Hardware .....................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Software.......................................................................................................................................7
2.3.1 Service Tool (partly accessible by customer)..............................................................................7
2.3.2 Application Software ....................................................................................................................7
2.3.3 Multi language Support (system user interface & user manuals) ..............................................7
2.3.4 Remote Software (Menu) ............................................................................................................7
List of figures
APR Anatomically Programmed Radiography PPS (Modality) Performed Procedure Step: same as
BWLM Basic Worklist Management MPPSRADOSRIS system from Philips
CAN Controller Area Network RF Radiofluroscopy
CR Computed Radiography RGDV Registration Devices
DIDI DigitalDiagnost: the FSXD based bucky system RIS Radiological Information System
DICOM Digital Imaging and Communication in Medicine ROI Region Of Interest
EOL End of life SC Storage Commit
FSXD (Digital) Flat Static X-Ray Detector SCP Service Class Provider (DICOM server)
FDXD (Digital) Flat Dynamic X-Ray Detector SCU Service Class User (DICOM client)
GUI Graphical User Interface (DIDI) SOP Service Object Pair (DICOM)
HIPAA Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act SRS System Requirement Specification
IHE Integrated Halthcare Enterprise SW Software
IOD Information Object Definition (DICOM) TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol
KV Kilo Voltage t.b.d. to be defined
MIP Medical Imaging Platform (Group PMS, Best) US Ultra Sound
MPPS Modality Performed Procedure Step UID Unique Identifier (DICOM)
MTBF Mean Time Between Failures USIT User Interface Terminal (PCR)
MTTR Mean Time To Repair VNC Virtuell Network Computing
NFS Network File System WLM (Basic) Work List Management: same as BWLM
PCI Peripheral Component Interconnect WS Workstation (DIDI)
PCR Philips Computed Radiography TA-M Height Adjustable Trolley
MSB Mini System Bus
1 Introduction
The SUN workstation is the head of the system. It controls all system units and subsystem directly or via the
local controllers (Bucky Controller, Wall stand Controller(s), Optimus CPU etc.).
The connections are realized via FOL (fibre optic link) , RS485/RS232 , CAN interfaces (links) and in case of
external connections : 10/100 Mbit/sec. Ethernet.
A so-called Mini System Bus (MSB) has been introduced to communicate with/within the VM/VS wall stand.
Explanations:
2 Workstation
2.1 Compatibility
NOTE:
All systems with SUB Blade should be upgraded to Open Boot Version 4.17.1 or higher.
With release 1.5 a special OBP flash (4.17.1) cdrom is delivered. This flash process runs on 1.3.x / 1.4.x /
1.5.x.
2.2 Hardware
Since Release 1.4, a Sun Blade 2500 RED was introduced
Since June 2006 we changed to a SUN Blade 2500 SILVER.
SUN Ultra 10 is still supported and can be upgraded to 1.5.x . With Release 1.5 it is recommended to
upgrade the U10 to a SUN Blade Workstation due to performance restrictions.
DICOM Print requires an upgrade to SUN Blade 2500.
¾ Solaris 8
¾ 4 x 512 MB (= 2GB) memory / DIMM
¾ 1 x 146 GB Hard disk or higher (ultra SCSI)
¾ 1x 1.6GHz UltraSPARC[tm] IIIi
¾ 3 x 33 MHZ PCI slots (used for FOL / CAN / HCU)
¾ 3 x 66 MHZ PCI (slots not used for DiDi)
¾ 1x Graphic Card / Accelerator (XVR 100)
¾ 2 serial ports
¾ One 10/100/1000BASE-T port
¾ USB 1.1: 4 ports (back)
¾ PCI slots :
Three 64 bit 33/66 MHz 3.3V, full length
Three 64 bit 33 MHz 5V, full length
¾ Type 6 (7) keyboard & Mouse (USB)
¾ CD/DVD Writer
¾ Smart Card Reader (not used )
¾ Solaris 8 (5.8)
¾ 2 x 512 MB (= 1GB) memory / DIMM
¾ 1 x 73 GB Hard disk or higher (ultra SCSI)
¾ 1 x 1,28 GHZ CPU
¾ 3 x 33 MHZ PCI slots (used for FOL / CAN / HCU)
¾ 3 x 66 MHZ PCI (slots not used for DiDi)
¾ 1x Graphic Card / Accelerator (XVR 100)
¾ 2 serial ports
¾ 10/100 Mbit/sec Ethernet
¾ Smart Card Reader (not used )
Monitor (s):
¾ 19 “ TFT Monitor
¾ 21 “ Color Monitor
General note:
Type5 keyboard (not USB) : Ultra 10
Type6 & 7 USB keyboard : SUN Blade 2500 RED & SILVER
2.3 Software
¾ Diagnostic software
¾ Image quality software (Acceptance)
¾ Error identification / LOG files
¾ Backup/Restore
¾ Customisation and configuration (set-up)
¾ Image Processing / Anatomical database
¾ Detector control / diagnostic / calibration
¾ Ethereal (for network diagnostics)
¾ Reject analysis
¾ Security / Access control
¾ User administration
¾ USB stick support
Options (1.5.x):
2.3.3 Multi language Support (system user interface & user manuals)
Remote access is possible via standard terminal emulation (VT100) or TCP/IP combined with a PPP
connection.
In case of PPP a number of local Service Tools is available remotely using VNC.
The TCP/IP protocol is usable via network/router or Internet access or via modem.
Functionality:
¾ Access/transfer of log files and images
¾ Access/transfer to system configuration
¾ Access to UNIX shell
¾ Access to IQ Result Tool
¾ VNC (Restricted access to Service Tool)
The remote access to DigitalDiagnost is only possible via SSH (Secure Shell) applications. The protocol is
still TCP/IP (FTP) in combination with a SSH client on the remote station. Instead of TELNET it is
recommended to use PuTTY.
Classic TELNET will not work with 1.5.x The FTP client has to be substituted by WINSCP 2 (or higher).
Both tools are freeware even for commercial use. They can be installed on the service PCs without
administration rights.
Remote access to the Service Tool is made by VNC (Virtual Network Computing).
The remote-tools are available on the Zeppelin Tool CDROM or can be downloaded from the Internet.
PuTTY : http://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/download.html
WINSCP : http://winscp.vse.cz
VNC : http://www.realvnc.com/download.html
The DigitalDiagnost system can also be accessed via RSN (TELNET SSH / FTP SSH and VNC).
Connectivity
Standard:
¾ DigitalDiagnost System (CAN: Optimus, Bucky Controller, Detector etc.)
¾ Network (10/100/1000 Mbit/sec Ethernet) Æ PACS/RIS/EasyVision
¾ Local PC-Workstation via network
¾ RSN (Remote Service Network). No modem support with 1.5 ! .
Optional:
¾ DICOM Print
¾ PCR Integration
¾ Barcode Reader HHP IT3800 USB (generally supported, but not for integrated PCR)
¾ Automatic Stitching
Advanced Print:
Supported with 1.4.1 & 1.5.x but no delivery with new systems.
Local Print:
Not supported anymore with 1.4.x or higher
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
& CUSTOMIZATION
DigitalDiagnost
Release 1.5.x
13.11.2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2 Introduction................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Manual history ............................................................................................................................ 4
2.2 Compatibility ............................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 General ....................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3.1 Backups / Customization .............................................................................................................4
2.3.2 Open Boot Prom version 4.17.1 ..................................................................................................5
3 Software Installation..................................................................................................................6
3.1 Complete software installation.................................................................................................... 8
3.1.1 CD1: Solaris (Operating System) ................................................................................................8
3.1.2 CD2: Application Package...........................................................................................................9
3.1.3 CD3: Language Installation .......................................................................................................10
3.2 Re-Installation of the Application Package ............................................................................... 12
3.3 Installation of an Extension Level ............................................................................................. 15
7 Transfer the U10 (1.5.x) Backup to SUN Blade 2500 (1.5.x) ................................................36
7.1 Required hardware ................................................................................................................... 36
7.2 Preparation ............................................................................................................................... 36
7.3 BACKUP-Transfer (U10 Blade) ........................................................................................... 37
7.3.1 Known problem when transferring the Backup..........................................................................38
7.4 Nice to know commands........................................................................................................... 38
7.4.1 Alias to reach the TRANSFER directory....................................................................................38
7.4.2 Software crash. Emergency menu. ...........................................................................................38
7.4.3 Shutdown & re-start the system by this key-commands in emergency cases: .........................39
7.4.4 U10: Restore a Backup from CDROM.......................................................................................39
7.4.5 Screenshot stored as jpg to TRANSFER directory ...................................................................39
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 3-1, Software Installation (Solaris & Application) ........................................................................11
Figure 3-2, Software Installation (Application)........................................................................................14
Figure 5-1, Customization Manager .......................................................................................................21
Figure 5-2, Basic screen.........................................................................................................................22
Figure 5-3, System screen .....................................................................................................................24
Figure 5-4, DICOM screen .....................................................................................................................25
Figure 5-5, RIS screen ...........................................................................................................................26
Figure 5-6, MISC screen ........................................................................................................................28
Figure 5-7, NET screen (DHCP active) ..................................................................................................30
Figure 5-8, DICOM & PRINT screen ......................................................................................................31
Figure 5-9, ARCHIVER screen...............................................................................................................32
Figure 5-10, PCR screen........................................................................................................................33
Figure 6-1, Shutdown/Re-Start Procedures ...........................................................................................35
The conventions used for the display of text in this Manual are as described below:
• Input required :
• Notes :
• Time delay :
This indicates that a time delay is expected. No input is required for some time and is
followed by the approximate delay time (shown in bold, e.g. 15 minutes )
• Space : 9
• Passwords are confidential and are not published in this text.
If they are unknown please contact Philips Medical Systems, Hamburg, Germany.
• Shortcuts (where only a single key requires to be pressed) are as follows :
y = Yes q = Quit
? = Help
If a (default = ....) value is shown a simple <Return> will accept that value.
2 Introduction
2.2 Compatibility
All systems with SUB Blade should be upgraded to Open Boot Version 4.17.1 or higher.
With 1.5 a special OBP flash (4.17.1) cdrom is delivered. This process runs on 1.3.x / 1.4.x / 1.5.x.
2.3 General
If the system is delivered the application software is already installed on the workstation. Some specific set-
ups must be performed using the Configuration Tool.
NOTE
NOTE
• Software Licenses
• Purchased Options
• System combinations
• Printing
• RGDVs combinations
• Language
• Customer Name
• Order (SAP-) Number
• System Serial Number
When a system is delivered initially the software is installed completely including all purchased options and
customer specific set-ups.
In case of an upgrade it is required to also upgrade the existing SUN Blade 2500 (red & silver) to OBP
4.17.1.
Problems solved:
- Memory compatibility
- Type7 keyboards compatibility
Flash procedure:
This cdrom needs to be installed as an Extension Level (refer to separate section for details)
1. Insert cdrom
2. Enter the Installation Manager
3. Select: "(8) Add Install Extension Level"
3-5 minutes
Within some minutes the OBP is flashed and the system is restarting.
During restart the OBP version is displayed. It is now 4.17.1
Note:
This Extension Level is not installed within the Application SW.
It performs the flash process and then disappears.
3 Software Installation
The Software Installation process has three sections:
NOTE
The license strings are unique for every workstation and cannot be used on other equipment.
Exchange of the NVRAM or the workstation: A new License Paper/customization CDROM must be ordered.
Preparation:
CAUTION
Before installing new software on an existing system, perform a DB backup (this is to save all data
concerning local settings of network, printing, DICOM, RIS, site information, etc.)
Make sure the following local customer information / items are available.
(* = its part of your BACKUP **= Will not be restored on another workstation )
Usually there is no need to note down these information, however it could be helpful to do so.
• Re-Install the complete SW package while the Application Software is already installed
<ok> boot9cdrom9-9install
<ok>
<ok> boot9cdrom9-9install
In critical cases it could be required press Stop & a at any time, or to disconnect power.
This process will be performed mainly automatically via the Installation Manager.
Refer to the separate section “Installation of an Extension Level”.
NOTE
In case of an update from to 1.5.x please note down the Custom Manager settings !!!
This is for safety only !! The settings are temporarily stored on the disk and are restored into the database
automatically.
<OK>
boot9cdrom9-9install <Return>
The Solaris installation will start now. This will take about 20 Minutes.
After CD1 software is installed completely the system gives the following message:
Please insert the DiDi Application CDROM (CD2) into the drive
Press “Return” to continue
This will install the complete application package. This will take about 10 Minutes.
After the Application Package is successfully installed the Customization Manager is started on a
graphical user interface (GUI). Perform the customization and/or restore the delivered CM CDROM .
NOTE:
? 8 <Return>
The installation and the customization of the complete Software (Solaris & Application Package) is now
completed ! The language is now “English”. If another language is required follow the next instructions
(Language Installation).
Total time for software installation of CD1 & CD2 incl. Customization Manager : ~ 30 Minutes.
To install the correct language a separate language CDROM (CD3) is delivered with the system.
This item automatically installs the selected language. Insert the language CDROM into the cdrom
drive. Select the required language package from the list.
If “English” is your language this step can be skipped! The application is basically installed in
English. There is no separate language package available for English.
Make sure to install the corresponding APR data sets on the generator later !
? 7 <Return>
Select the required language package from the list.
? 10 <Return>
This will Quit & re-start the application software to the LOGIN Screen !
NOTE
During the initial start of the DigitalDiagnost Application some processes cannot work correctly until the
required nodes for DICOM/RIS/Printing are entered.
Some error messages will appear. Some processes may stop.
When the installation is completed the system starts the Customization Manager. If required, perform the
customer specific modifications.
For an initial SW installation it is required to restore the basic license CDROM (CD4) to activate the SW and
the delivered optional SW keys.
User install
Password ************
INSTALLATION MANAGER
? 1 <Return>
This will remove the (old) application package AND will install the new package from the inserted CDROM.
If no CDROM is inserted a reminder message will appear.
The installation will start now. This will take about 3-5 Minutes.
Are you sure you want to delete the application software (default: no)
[y,n,?]
? Y <Return>
After the Application Package is successfully installed the Customization Manager is started on a
Graphical User Interface (GUI). If modifications are required ---do so.
Choose “Quit“ if “English” is your required language and skip the Language Package
Installation.
Proceed with Language Package Installation if you want to install another language.
To install the correct language a separate language CDROM (CD3) is delivered with the system.
This item automatically installs the selected language. Insert the language CDROM into the cdrom
drive and select this item. Select the required language package from the list.
7 <Return>
This installs the required language package from CD3.
10 (9) <Return>
This will Quit & re-start the application software to the Login Screen !
? 8 <Return>
Wait until the Extension Level is installed successfully !
10 (9) <Return>
This will re-start the application software to the Login Screen !
4 Installation Manager
SYSTEM LOGOUT
User install
Password ************
Installation Manager :
? <Return>
Several log files can be inspected. With “q” the inspection can be stopped.
NOTE
The system will always be installed in “English” first (=default status after software-installation) .
If another language shall be used, the required language CDROM must be installed.
5.1 Backup
This procedure must be performed at any time modifications are made to the database or software is re-
installed. The BACKUP DOR/CD-R is delivered with the system. It is already labeled.
Backup/Restore
3. Select “Backup”
4. Select target:
MOD/CDR
TRANSFER (directory)
TRANSFER with calibration data
Store for offline configuration
NOTE:
The BACKUP description is fixed and
cannot be modified.
5.2 Restore
Every restore process automatically sets a “Recovery Point” and reverts to it when the restore did NOT
complete successfully. The restore process can also use the TRANSFER directory.
This process is limited to 4 times and then requires to manually set a Master Recovery Point.
1. Insert :
Backup-DOR / CD-R
2. Select:
Service Tool Set-Up
Backup/Restore
3. Select: “Restore”
4. Select the latest
“BACKUP” file
5. Select: Groups for restore
APC:
Dicom Print & Print Editor
AUDIT:
Audit trail settings
DICOM_NODES:
IPs, AETs etc.
EXAMINATIONS:
Examination set-ups
PATIENT_INFO:
Patient format (Patient list)
PDEF (Patient Data Entry Form)
Sort criteria
QA:
Quality assur. Reject Analysis
RIS_BACK
RIS Bannotation
RIS_HIS:
RIS/BWLM settings.
Mapping
SECURITY:
UnstructuredItems-->
General-->Security
SERVICE&CALIBRATION:
Serviceitems & Calibration
Data.
UNSTRUCTURED:
Unstructured Items excl.
Security.
USERAUTH:
User authentification settings / NOTE:
Login & User set-ups. Use the “right” mouse button
USIT:
USIT mount point
to select “ALL”.
VOCAB:
Mapping for DICOM element “sex”
& “pregnancy status”
DICOM translations
“Revert to Recovery
Point”
Starts the system at the
last “Recovery Point.”
If the number off backups exceeds 4, a new recovery point needs to be set !!
Basic CM Screen:
Restore Restores the factory customization CDROM. This will set licenses and
system options to factory defaults as stored on the CDROM.
WARNING: If settings have been changed locally BUT are different to
those on the CDROM, related modifications could be lost !!
Save & Exit The Save button saves the actual CM settings to the hard disk. This
will be combined with data from the DIDI database.
Cancel Cancel closes the CM without any storage. Modified settings are lost.
The CM settings are stored to the BACKUP CDROM but cannot automatically be restored from that
CDROM.
Licences:
This area shows the activated options/features and their licenses. Input could be manually or by using the
Backup from CDROM or MOD / Factory CD4.
3. Left screen
The following items can be set according to the local situation/configuration or are taken from the inserted
Customization CDROM.
• Site/System Information:
-Site Name
-Customers Name
-Department name
-Device Serial Number
-Order Number
-Host ID
-US
-Sweden
-German
-Multi National 4
System CM Screen:
-TH TH table
-none No table
- digital / conventional
Wallstand type
- VE / VT
- VS
- VM
- none
- digital / conventional
- BUF / other
Tomography yes/no
Tracking yes/no
Second CS yes/no
DICOM CM Screen:
According to the entered Licenses, several DICOM features as MPPS / BWLM / Storage Commit are
activated. Some functionality depends on each other and cannot be activated separately.
For additional DICOM set-ups please refer to the section: Service Tools and DICOM UNIT manual.
I.E.: If conventional RIS is active - BWLM cannot be active the same time.
Enable Storage Commit: Must only be active if the customer’s environment offers this option!!
BWLM Factory Settings: If active, the current system setting will be overwritten by factory defaults!!!
RIS Backannotation
Back Annotation of local patients
FTP or NFS
• Send to PCR
If activated RIS data transmitted to DigitalDiagnost will be routed to PCR USIT for the use of free
cassette examinations.
Help screen :
Special situation:
With Release 1.4.1 the Send to PCR file does not use any delimiters (except TABs).
No configuration possible on DiDi side. PCR must be configured in a way that no delimiters are used.
DiDi is routing the RIS file through, to PCR. This file includes the original delimiters sent by RIS.
(orig. RIS file = Send To PCR-RIS file)
Problem:
There is a conflict with the delimiters. Files will be rejected by the USIT.
ON USIT: The delimiter set-up can only be done once for both RIS activities.
Solution: Both devices DiDi & PCR must use the same RIS file !!
• RIS Backannotation
If a connected RIS system is capable to use back annotation it can be activated here. The back
annotation file is sent to the HIS_OUT directory. The RIS system needs to fetch the file from that
directory via FTP/NFS.
NOTE
RIS Back annotation can also be used if DICOM BWLM is activated. If MPPS is activated, RIS Back
annotation is in-active.
If active, RIS data from manually entered patients (e.g. emergency patients) is sent as a back-
annotation file to the HIS_OUT directory.
FTP OR NFS
Username : rishis
Password : hisris
UID: 804
or
GID: 800
NOTE:
If you configure conventional RIS via NFS the nfsd and stated RPC services will be started. The Solaris
system is patched with all recommended and security patches up to Sep 2002. However both these services
are considered security risks. We strongly recommend upgrading your RIS services to DICOM BWLM or
conventional RIS via FTP.
MISC Customization:
All AQDSs are mapped to CLASSIC PostMethods. UNIQUE is dimmed. If the UNIQUE license is
present CLASSIC and UNIQUE PostMethods can be mapped to an AQDS.
• “None” active
If “None” is selected the CM keeps the current customer settings. If the UNIQUE license is present
CLASSIC and UNIQUE PostMethods can be mapped to an AQDS later.
If the CM is used to switch from one to another setting (UNIQUE CLASSIC, the system behaves like
described in the table below:
PM = PostMethod
In any case all former used PostMethods are still present in DATA/POST_METHODS. They can be mapped
to an AQDS by using the Configuration Tool.
Only if the UNIQUE license is present, UNIQUE PostMethods can be mapped…but also CLASSIC
PostMethods.
Restore behavior
BACKUP from UNIQUE System BACKUP from CLASSIC System
CLASSIC system factory UNIQUE factory CLASSIC factory UNIQUE ./.
(NO UNIQUE license) factory CLASSIC factory CLASSIC factory CLASSIC remains
customer UNIQUE CLASSIC “Default” customer UNIQUE ./.
customer CLASSIC customer CLASSIC customer CLASSIC remains
UNIQUE System factory UNIQUE remains factory UNIQUE ./.
(UNIQUE license present) factory CLASSIC remains factory CLASSIC remains
customer UNIQUE remains customer UNIQUE ./.
customer CLASSIC remains customer CLASSIC remains
• Network parameters
- Hostname - Netmask
- IP address - Routers (can be more than one. Separation with a space )
- Network IP
- DHCP
When activating DHCP, the IP addressing (incl. hostname) is retrieved/delivered by the hospital
network. The manual input is blocked.
WARNING:
Do not use DHCP with PCR Reader Integration !!
The PCR Reader needs a fixed IP address.
• Timezone (s)
- System (UNIX) & - INGRES
• Timeserver
If the customer network offers a timeserver enter the IP data here. The system will automatically
update the UNIX time base according to this server.
This screen is used to activate Easy Vision Print (Remote Print) for “older” systems. Where DICOM Print is
not available.
• Select “Easy Vision sub sampled print” if required. Usually use “no”.
• If the DICOM Print license is activated it is not possible to select EasyVision Print.
• Acquisition Number
• Examination Number
• Patient Number
These numbers are usually recovered even after the software is re-installed. If they need to be changed
manually do it here.
A modification can be necessary after a software crash. Make sure the entered numbers are higher than the
numbers the system used before. The PACS system may handle patients/images in-correctly if the same
numbers are used a second time.
The data-header within the image shows “logistical” data. It contains also the three required numbers.
This option is automatically active if the license is filled in. For service purposes this option can be
activated in the Service Tool (DICOM configuration) for 24 hours even if the license is not present.
Select the
Reader type:
Compano
or
S+
Reader Integration:
License
READERs IP
If the license for PCR Reader Integration is present, the Reader IP address needs to be inserted into the
PCR customization screen.
Make sure to set-up the reader according to what is inserted here! Refer to the UNIT manual “PCR Reader
Integration” for details.
6 Shut-down Sequences
To complete a System Shut-down sequence follow the instructions given in the applicable Section that
follows.
User
Password
CAUTION
Only a correct shutdown procedure guarantees that the file system does not collapse.
Never switch OFF the System before this procedure is completed!
When using “Shutdown” the system switches OFF finally!
7.2 Preparation
SAME Software
Release required to
transfer & restore the
U10 Backup !
NOTE
If the two workstations are already connected to the customers network it is possible to use the given IP
settings instead of using cross cable with the shown “dummy” addresses.
Open a commandtool:
ssh9service@42.42.42.43
It could happen that the scp (secure copy) / ssh (secure shell) creates strange error messages when the
authorization key changed.:
The copy process could not be completed. This could happen if the software has been re-installed.
/export/home/SABRE/.ssh/……
cdT <return>
7.4.2 Software crash. Emergency menu.
When the system software may not start-up or crashes, it re-boots automatically up to five times.
If this is not successful a menu is shown:
1. Login as service:
This opens the remote service menu and gives some additional changes to solve the problem or to save
several log-files.
This re-starts the system at the configuration state of the last valid Master Recovery Point
This is usually the customer’s action at that status of the system. In this case the local service needs to be
called.
7.4.3 Shutdown & re-start the system by this key-commands in emergency cases:
Use:
It is only usable during the boot process, shortly after the initializing.
This key command takes a current screenshot and stores it to the TRANSFER directory.
It is already .jpg and compressed to an acceptable size.
SERVICE TOOLS
DigitalDiagnost
Release 1.5.x
13.11.2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 General usage of buttons and fields...................................................................................... 5
1.2 Status Bar .............................................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Processing Status.................................................................................................................. 6
1.4 External Device ..................................................................................................................... 6
1.5 Printer queue & control window............................................................................................. 8
1.6 System................................................................................................................................... 9
1.7 Access the Service Tool / Login for service ........................................................................ 10
2 Set-Up ................................................................................................................................. 12
2.1 System Configuration .......................................................................................................... 12
2.1.1 Site Overview....................................................................................................................... 13
2.1.2 Unstructured Items .............................................................................................................. 14
2.1.2.1 Other.................................................................................................................................... 14
2.1.2.2 Detector Orientation ............................................................................................................ 15
2.1.2.3 Image Processing................................................................................................................ 15
2.1.2.4 User Interface ...................................................................................................................... 16
2.1.2.5 Security................................................................................................................................ 17
2.1.2.6 DICOM General ................................................................................................................... 17
2.1.2.7 DICOM MPPS...................................................................................................................... 18
2.1.2.8 DICOM BWLM ..................................................................................................................... 18
2.1.2.9 DICOM Storage Commit...................................................................................................... 19
2.1.3 Users ................................................................................................................................... 19
2.1.3.1 How to create a USER without password ........................................................................... 22
2.1.4 DICOM Nodes ..................................................................................................................... 22
2.1.4.1 Archive (PACS), MPPS, IMS (Storage Commit) and the Local settings ............................. 23
2.1.4.2 Clinical QC / Quality Assurance .......................................................................................... 27
2.1.4.3 Patient (DATA) Entry Form.................................................................................................. 28
2.1.4.4 Sort Criteria (Patient List) .................................................................................................... 29
2.1.4.5 Patient Format ..................................................................................................................... 30
2.2 Anatomical Database (ADB)................................................................................................ 34
2.2.1 General handling advices .................................................................................................... 35
2.2.2 TREE structure & handling .................................................................................................. 36
2.2.2.1 Table area............................................................................................................................ 37
2.2.2.1.1 Description of used icons..................................................................................................... 37
2.2.2.1.2 Column handling (table area) .............................................................................................. 37
2.2.2.2 ROOT (Exposure)................................................................................................................ 38
2.2.2.3 Exposure Æ Anatomical Group ........................................................................................... 40
2.2.2.4 Exposure Æ Anatomical Group Æ Examination.................................................................. 41
2.2.2.5 Exposure Æ Anatomical Group Æ Examination Æ Acquisition .......................................... 43
2.2.2.6 How to create a new Examination (new APR new AQDS new EXAMINATION)................ 44
2.2.2.7 DICOM Mapping.................................................................................................................. 44
2.2.2.8 RIS / HIS (Translations)....................................................................................................... 45
2.2.2.9 System Info Screen ............................................................................................................. 46
2.2.3 Classic RIS set-up ............................................................................................................... 47
2.2.3.1 Activate Classic RIS: Customization Manager .................................................................... 47
2.2.3.2 Use the ADB tool to create & map RIS procedure codes: .................................................. 47
2.2.3.3 RIS Translations .................................................................................................................. 49
2.2.3.4 RIS Back Annotation ........................................................................................................... 50
2.2.4 HCU (Printer) Configuration ................................................................................................ 51
2.3 APR Update......................................................................................................................... 51
2.4 DICOM Export Filter ............................................................................................................ 52
3 Diagnostics ........................................................................................................................ 57
3.1 Detector ............................................................................................................................... 57
3.2 CAN Monitor ........................................................................................................................ 58
3.2.1 Remote (CAN) Node List..................................................................................................... 59
3.3 System Control Monitor ....................................................................................................... 63
3.3.1 Firmware Config (Release 1.4 / 1.4.1 / 1.5) ........................................................................ 66
3.3.2 Usage of CAN or System Control Monitor during Examination mode................................. 67
3.4 Ethereal (Network Tool)....................................................................................................... 67
4 Acceptance......................................................................................................................... 68
4.1 Detector Working Conditions............................................................................................... 71
4.2 Detector calibration.............................................................................................................. 71
4.2.1 Auto Pixel-Calibration .......................................................................................................... 71
4.2.2 General Preparation ............................................................................................................ 72
4.2.3 Offset calibration.................................................................................................................. 73
4.2.4 Gain calibration.................................................................................................................... 73
4.2.5 Pixel calibration ................................................................................................................... 74
4.2.6 Tomo Offset calibration ....................................................................................................... 75
4.2.7 Tomo Gain calibration ......................................................................................................... 75
4.2.8 Tomo Pixel calibration ......................................................................................................... 76
4.3 Acceptance Tests ................................................................................................................ 77
4.3.1 Dose Field Flatness............................................................................................................. 77
4.3.2 Electronic Noise................................................................................................................... 78
4.3.3 Mains Hum........................................................................................................................... 79
4.3.4 Linearity ............................................................................................................................... 80
4.3.5 PCR Calibration/Homogeneity............................................................................................. 81
4.3.6 Grid Delay Time................................................................................................................... 82
4.3.7 X-Ray Area .......................................................................................................................... 84
4.3.8 Amplimat Dose Adjustment ................................................................................................. 86
4.3.9 Amplimat Field Test............................................................................................................. 88
4.3.10 Constancy............................................................................................................................ 89
4.3.11 Universal Test Object .......................................................................................................... 90
4.3.12 Visual Erasure Test ............................................................................................................. 90
4.4 Result Tool........................................................................................................................... 92
4.4.1 Result Display...................................................................................................................... 93
4.4.2 Handling the result Information............................................................................................ 94
4.4.3 ECV value............................................................................................................................ 94
4.4.4 Line / colum defects............................................................................................................. 94
4.5 Tic Tool (Test Image Creation Tool).................................................................................... 95
5 Assistance.......................................................................................................................... 96
5.1 Command Tool .................................................................................................................... 96
5.2 Clear calibration................................................................................................................... 96
5.3 Logfiles ................................................................................................................................ 98
5.4 Package Information............................................................................................................ 98
5.5 PCR Scanner Cleaning ....................................................................................................... 99
5.6 Clinical QC (Reject Analysis)............................................................................................... 99
5.6.1 Set-Up & activate Clinical QC (optional) ........................................................................... 100
5.6.2 Export the Image Statistics (Results) ................................................................................ 101
5.6.3 Modify columns in the Image data table............................................................................ 102
5.6.4 Display & Export the statistics results ............................................................................... 102
5.6.5 Export the reject analysis table.......................................................................................... 103
LIST OF FIGURES
FIGURE 1-2, SYSTEM STATUS WINDOW / PROCESS LOGFILES ...................................................................... 9
FIGURE 1-3, LOGIN FOR SERVICE .............................................................................................................. 11
FIGURE 1-4, SERVICE TOOLS (SUN BLADE).............................................................................................. 11
FIGURE 2-1, SITE OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................... 13
FIGURE 2-2, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS ......................................................................................................... 14
FIGURE 2-3, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS, GROUP: OTHER.............................................................................. 14
FIGURE 2-4, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS, GROUP: DETECTOR ORIENTATION ................................................... 15
FIGURE 2-5, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS, GROUP: USER INTERFACE .............................................................. 16
FIGURE 2-6, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS, GROUP: SECURITY ......................................................................... 17
FIGURE 2-7, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS GROUP: DICOM GENERAL .............................................................. 17
FIGURE 2-8, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS GROUP: DICOM MPPS .................................................................. 18
FIGURE 2-9, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS GROUP: DICOM BWLM.................................................................. 18
FIGURE 2-10, UNSTRUCTURED ITEMS GROUP: DICOM STORAGE COMMIT ............................................... 19
FIGURE 2-11, USERS ............................................................................................................................... 19
FIGURE 2-12, DICOM NODES .................................................................................................................. 22
FIGURE 2-13, ARCHIVE NODES ................................................................................................................. 23
FIGURE 2-14, DICOM BWLM NODES ...................................................................................................... 24
FIGURE 2-15, DICOM MPPS NODES ....................................................................................................... 25
FIGURE 2-16, DICOM IMS NODES ........................................................................................................... 25
FIGURE 2-17, DICOM WORKFLOW ........................................................................................................... 26
FIGURE 2-18, QUALITY ASSURANCE / REJECT ANALYSIS............................................................................ 27
FIGURE 2-19, PDEF (PATIENT (DATA) ENTRY FORM) .............................................................................. 28
FIGURE 2-20, SORT CRITERIA .................................................................................................................. 29
FIGURE 2-21, PATIENT FORMAT................................................................................................................ 30
FIGURE 2-22, ADB MAIN SCREEN ............................................................................................................. 34
FIGURE 2-23, ANATOMICAL DB STRUCTURE .............................................................................................. 35
FIGURE 2-24, ROOT ACQUISITIONSETUPS ................................................................................................. 38
FIGURE 2-25, REPLACE POST METHOD..................................................................................................... 38
FIGURE 2-26, ROOT: EXAMINATIONS ....................................................................................................... 39
FIGURE 2-27, ROOT: DICOMPATIENTORIENTATION ................................................................................ 39
FIGURE 2-29, ANATOMICAL GROUPS SCREEN ........................................................................................... 40
FIGURE 2-30, EXAMINATION SET-UP SCREEN ........................................................................................... 41
FIGURE 2-31, ADD ACQUISITION ............................................................................................................... 42
FIGURE 2-32, AQDS SET-UP ................................................................................................................... 43
FIGURE 2-33, AQDS ITEMS ...................................................................................................................... 43
FIGURE 2-34, SYSTEM INFO SCREEN ........................................................................................................ 46
1 Introduction
The DigitalDiagnost Service Tool is a software package used to test or set-up different areas and functions of
the DigitalDiagnost System.
When logged in for service the user can switch from service tools to patient list without logging in/out.
New users can be created by Philips local service to allow restricted access to the Service Tools area.
Important Note:
It is strictly forbidden to give the service & install passwords to anyone who is not authorized.
The customer and the local Philips engineer accept full responsibility for the creation of local users and
passwords.
DICOM nodes for VERIFY (list of archive nodesÆ UI descriptions are displayed)
i.e.:
BWLM
EV
PACS
etc…
Device
i.e.:
Storage Medium (CDROM / DOR)
DICOM
NOTE
1 2
Verify(DICOM)
2
This performs a “DICOM” ping to the defined nodes. It check if the nodes are present and ready for
DICOM.
3 Queue window
Shows status of images sent to the devices.
4 Device
Selects the device for storage to be displayed in the queue window.
The store to DOR / CD-R function is an optional function of the system. If not applicable officially, it can be
activated temporarily as a 24h option in the Customization Tool.
DOR only ! (not for CDROM): Formats the inserted DOR. This
Format deletes all data !
For more details please refer to the UNIT Manual DICOM Print.
Use the Service Tool for configuration and calibration of the printer.
Delete All
Deletes ALL images from the the queue.
1.6 System
Logout / Login
Enter the Service Tool.
Login for service when the user is not logged in for service:
User: service
Password: ********
NOTE
The password cannot be entered unless the cursor is positioned in the “pop-up” screen where the
password is to be entered.
When the user is already logged in as “service” the service tools can be entered directly !
Only visible
when activated.
Only visible for
SUN Blades
2 Set-Up
NOTE
After any modification a System Restart must be performed to activate the new settings.
The Site Overview screen shows all active or inactive options and applicable licenses of the particular system.
The license protected options can not be activated if no license was given while the software was installed.
Licenses:
OptRGDVTomo Tomography
OptRis classic RIS (no license required !)
OptRisBack RIS Back annotation
OptSecondTube Second CS / Tube
OptStCommit Storage Commitment
OptUsitForward Image forwarded to PCR USIT
OptWallBUF BuckyUnitFamily in the Wall Stand
OptTableBUF BuckyUnitFamily in the TH table
StoOptDICOM Store DICOM Images
SecondTube Second Tube present
2.1.2.1 Other
ExtendedDarkCycletime
The value of 120 seconds the best compromise between high throughput and the risk of memory structures in
the image. If decreased the risk will increase.
NOTE
If one of the items is changed the Detector Calibration is invalid. Æ Re-Calibration
Advanced Calibration
In addition to the implemented AUTO-PIXEL calibration the AUTO GAIN calibration could be activated.
YES= Auto Gain Calibration is active.
2.1.2.5 Security
2.1.3 Users
The system offers several default (system-) users, which are fixed. They cannot be modified or deleted.
The current user can add new users on his own or a lower access level if his profile allows this action.
According to the user hierarchy & the profile a new user can be added/removed or an existing user can be
modified. Passwords can be checked or changed.
For all users a password is required !!
Use the buttons below or use the right mouse click on a selected user to perform the required action:
1. Add User
Password &
Repeat Password:
2. Edit User:
• Operator Name
• Description
• Access Level
• Account expires
• Lock Account
• User can change password
• Password expires
3. Change Password
4. Remove User
5. Check Password
This section only gives a short description of relevant set-ups for DICOM.
This screen is used to set the DICOM nodes for all the DICOM peripherals (except DICOM Print) and the local
DICOM settings:
2.1.4.1 Archive (PACS), MPPS, IMS (Storage Commit) and the Local settings
DICOM Storage(C_Store):
This generally activated the DICOM storage to
the defined device.
Storage Commit
When supported by the customers
environment, this item can be activated.
Local Storage (DICOM Media)
Local storage to MOD/CDROM . DX or CR
Can be activated for24h when no license
present.
Active Yes/No
Exp. Prv. Att. Yes/No This needs to be set to YES when Remote
Print EV is used.
Export Private Attributes
Usually: NO
EV.Fwd.AET Yes/No AET of the receiving Easy Vision
Hospital
Hospital NET
NET DigitalDiagnost
DigitalDiagnost EXAMUI
storage to HIS_IN
(patient list)
BWLM
(DICOM RIS)
data storage
DataBase DIDI
PACS / ARCHIV DataBase DIDI
C-store (IMAGE) Archiver
Storage SCU
N_action request
N_event report
IMS
Workflow Manager
C_ECHO to AET (i.e. IMS) VERIFY DICOM "ping" DICOM DICOM Agent
Verification Storage Commit SCU
answer Verification SCP
SCU
The Reject Analysis tool offers the possibility to add a specified reason for a repeated image. The user is
prompted to a list of reasons when repeating an image.
The list below is default and can be modified according to the customer’s requirements.
Reason Code The “Reason Descriptions” are shown for selection when
Reject is pressed. Free text.
Text (Description) Free text description
Add Item New items can be added. In this case a new “reason”
Move Up / Down Moves the marked entry up/down within the list
This tool defines how the Patient Entry Form looks like and which entries are to be made.
Field Name Select field / database item from the pop-up list.
Move Up / Down Moves the marked entry up/down within the list
Sort Name The name in this list is the description that is shown in the
Patient List when the button “Sorted by:” (above the “Select”/
“View“ buttons) is clicked. It is only a name pointing to the Field
Name in the database.
The order in which the name is in the column is the order in
which it is displayed when the “Sorted by:” button is clicked.
Primary/Secondary/ The relevant field name from the database to which reference is
Tertiary Attributes to be made is typed in here. There are a maximum of three (3)
sort attributes possible. The system refers to the databases in
the order of primary first and tertiary last.
Asc/Desc This determines if the data from the databases is to be displayed
in an ascending or descending sequence.
Move Up / Down Moves the marked entry up/down within the list
This tool is used to modify contents and formats of the Patient List , Service List , Banner , Examination
List & Wallstand Display
Action Description
Move Up / Down Moves the marked entry up/down within the list
NOTE:
Some settings are user-language dependant. If the language is changed, literal entries may be different
to what is used here.
Aqdsinfo (default) :
Headerline 1 Headerline 2 Source Attribute Gap Length
Literal Exam Date/Time 1
Examinations examinationdate 4 16
Literal Acc.Number 1
Examinations accessionnumber 1 16
BWS1
BWS2
BWS3
BWS4
Never modify the dark framed areas of the tables. They contain items for positioning and database-
selection. Any modification may show strange effects in the display !!
ExamOpen:
PatientList: Info after the “open” button is pressed related to the activated patient.
ExamOpenDicom
In addition to list “ExamOpen” the following item is activated:
ExamOpenService
This list is reserved for the acceptance tool list. NEVER TOUCH !
NormalList 1,2,3,4:
The Normal List 1 to 4 contains all fields displayed in the patient list table.
NormalList2(Patient List2)
WARNING
Implementing the ACCESSIONNUMBER into the Patient List is not possible!
This leads to inconsistencies (crash of the PLM process). PLM = Patient List Manager
ServiceList1:
This list is reserved for the acceptance tool list. NEVER TOUCH !
Id:
Headerline 1 Headerline 2 Source Attribute Gap Length
Patients patipatientid 0
Name:
Headerline 1 Headerline 2 Source Attribute Gap Length
Patients patipatientsurname 5
Patients patipatientchristianname 0
Testname:
For development only. Do not touch !
Table area
Tree area
Function keys
Figure 2-22, ADB main screen
Anatomical Groups
Abdomen LOWER PELVIS SKULL SPINE THORAX UPPER
EXTREMITIES EXTREMITIES
Abdomen ap (L)
Abdomen lat
(L) Abdomen decub
(RLD) Abdomen ap decub + Additional input:
-Postmethod
(LLD) Adomen upright -Organ
Colon ap -Reference Plane
-Default Grid
APRs (Generator)
abdomen abdomen abd.ap abd.ap abd.ap
colon_ap
_ap _lat decub decub upright
- KV
- mAs
Generator - Filter
- RGDV
etc.... G:\Innovatn\Digital Diagnost\DOKU\ServiceTool\zeichnungen\GROUPS&C.A
Changes within the screens can be made as a selection out of different pre-defined lists or can be free text.
Some field can only display with no modifications possible,
Changes in the Examinations can be made in the selected Examination screen but also in the Anatomical
Group screen. This will change all Examination within that Anatomical Group. (Use the Examination table)
Changes in the AQDSs can be made in the selected Acquisition Set-up screen for every single AQDS, but also
in the Examination screen for all linked AQDSs (Use the AQDS table).
All manual inputs via the keyboard must be completed with: return or enter !!
Linked Examinations or AQDSs can not be deleted until they are un-linked.
The Anatomical database is now harmonized with other Philips modalities (e.g. PCR Eleva).
On the left side the “navigation” tree to select the different items to be shown/modified.
The tree structure is known from 1.4.x:
Anatomical Group Æ Examination Æ AQDS Æ APRs Æ Generator pre-sets
Root
Examination
AQDSs
APRs
Anatomic
al Groups
In the table area the columns can be used for sorting. Simply click with the left mouse button on the column
header
A column can be moved to another position within the table. Simply use the left mouse button to pick a
left/right border of the column.
In the root level the different set-ups can be viewed or modified in a tabular version.
ROOT Æ AQDS:
This list shows the linked Examinations below the selected Anatomical group.
RIS code
DICOM
(BWLM)
No RIS code
mapped
Linked to an
Anatomical
Group
The button “Add Acquisition (s)” opens the screen below. Select the required AQDS and press “Apply”.
Press “ Delete Acquisition” to delete an AQDS from the examination list.
AQDS Reference (table) The table can be modified. The selections are taken
from a pop-up list.
PRINT:
Print Marker Free text
Print Label Selection from a list
(HCU) Position 1 –13 , none
DICOM:
DICOM View Position (0018 / 5101)
DICOM Patient Orientation (0020 / 0020)
DICOM Laterality (0020 / 0060)
Routine 9/- Highlighted within the Examination
Mirror 9/-
2.2.2.6 How to create a new Examination (new APR new AQDS new EXAMINATION)
Create Anatomical
Group
Link Examination
Link APR
RIS Translations :
The mapping of internal DIDI database elements with “external attributes” sent by the RIS / BWLM
system.
Merge Items:
The definition of items which used to merge an patient-examination to an existing patient entry in the
patient list.
External
Attributes
MERGE Items.
DIDI database
elements.
Deletes an attribute
from the selected
RIS item.
Activate
Conventional
RIS
No Licenses
for BWLM &
MPPS
If required,
activate
Backannotation.
Activate FTP or
NFS
2.2.3.2 Use the ADB tool to create & map RIS procedure codes:
RIS
Proc.Codes ALL available
linked to that procedure
Examination codes.
This code is
not linked
Press:
fill in a new code:
Press:
Select the procedure code you want to map and the
Examination which should be linked.
The mapping is now completed. Make sure to click “Apply” to save the settings:
The RIS translation tool links the external RIS attributes (from the RIS system) to a DIDI database element.
In addition the merge items are defined.
Merge items are responsible to add a new Examination scheduled for an existing patient into the patient list
correctly.
External
Attributes
MERGE Items.
DIDI database
elements.
The RIS Back Annotation is used to back-report i.e. examination/acquisition/patient data to the RIS system via
the HIS_OUT directory.
Click on:
The APR update tool synchronizes APR data from the DigitalDiagnost database with the related APR data set
of the Optimus generator. Refer to the detailed description of this tool in the section “Adjustments”.
NOTE:
When saving to DB it
could happen that a
message appears telling
that the “testAPR” is not
used.
Ignore this message. The
testAPR is a simple place-
holder in the OPTIMUS
generator.
Its always there but
usually not visible. You
cannot see it via the APR
Manager !
This starts the update procedure. Make sure all units are
Start switched on. All CAN nodes must be active.
Show Registration Devices This show shows the connected (activated) RGDVs 1-Table / 2-
Tomo / 3-Wall / 4-Free / 6-Free
EXIT Exit leaves the tool. If the update has not already been saved to
DB a message pops-up.
Refer to the section DICOM and to the UNIT manual DICOM for details of the DICOM Export Filter set-up.
This procedure performs an upload of an ASCII dataset to the optional Wall Stand Display. This display is
connected via the IRA interface board in the wall stand.
Make sure the display is connected, the system is switched ON completely before starting this process.
It will take some minutes and usually ends with a “success” indication message.
If no Wall Stand Display is connected this process can be started…but will be cancelled after some minutes.
This procedure is only required to be performed ONCE after the installation of the display.
With a new system it is already done in the factory !
The Wall Stand Display only works with DigitalDiagnost Release ≥1.3 and IR CAN BOARD level ≥.3 with
FW ≥2.1 . (1.3.1: IR Can 2.2)
In addition to the workflow using the digital detector it is now possible to integrate images from the directly
connected Compano Reader into the image pool. The PCR plates are identified by the connected barcode
reader and linked to the current patient. The patient list can show images from the DiDi detector AND the PCR
plates.
This MUTL tool is a 1:1 implementation of the tool used for standard PCR systems.
2.8.1 Preparation:
2.8.2 Backup
Backup/Restore
3. Select “Backup”
4. Select target:
MOD/CDR
TRANSFER (directory)
TRANSFER with calibration data
Store for offline configuration
NOTE:
The BACKUP description is fixed
and cannot be modified.
2.8.3 Restore
1. Insert :
Backup-DOR / CD-R
2. Select:
Service Tool Æ Set-Up Æ
Backup/Restore
3. Select: “Restore”
4. Select the latest
“BACKUP” file
5. Select: Groups for restore
NOTE:
NOTE:
Use the “right” mouse button
to select “ALL”.
The RESTORE process will scan all available devices:
¾ CDROM / MOD
¾ TRANSFER directory
¾ USB stick
Every restore process automatically sets a “Recovery Point” and reverts to it when the restore did NOT
complete successfully.
This RESTORE process is limited to 4 times and then requires to manually setting a new Master Recovery
Point.
• Examinations
• Acquisition Setups
EXAMINATIONS • Anatomical Groups
• Procedure Codes
• DICOM Patient Orientation
• Factory PostMethods
• Patient Format
PATIENT_INFO • Sort Criteria
• Patients Database
• Unstructured Items excl. security.
UNSTRUCTURED • Site Information
NOTE
APC is not the former EV Print (ex. Advanced Print!).
This Backup item saves settings of the DICOM Print Tool.
“Set Recovery
Point”:
Stores all systems
settings internally at
that moment.
“Revert to Recovery
Point”
Starts the system at
the last “Recovery
Point.”
Only ONE Recovery
If more than 4 restores are performed an error message is shown to set a new recovery point before the
restore can be started. ( Check Point = Recovery Point ).
Select “ Set Recovery Point “ and after the process is finished the restore can be started.
3 Diagnostics
3.1 Detector
The Detector Diagnostic Tool is designed to check the basic functionality of the detector. A quick self-test is
implemented. The results are displayed in the same screen. In combination with the detector simulation box
and the acceptance tool it can be determined if the detector is defective or not. Detector “inside”
Temperature
Select here the ~ 35-50 °C
wanted Detector: indicates working
Table / Wall. condition.
NOTE
Due to changes of the inner assembly of the detector, the temperature sensor is placed on a different
position. Therefore some newer detectors indicate a lower working temperature of about 35-45 °C
instead of 40-50 °C.
Within this second screen it is possible to view more than one Plot at a time either ”one-above-each-other”
(”Stack”) or ”one-on-top-of-each-other” (”Overlap”). When a Plot is or several Plots are displayed, the area
that can be viewed can be adjusted so that either a small area or a large area (of the Plot) can be viewed.
It is also possible to view the Plot(s) with relation to time (”Actual”) or equally spaced as each one occurs
(”Event”).
NOTE
With ”Event” the equal spacing does not give any indication of time relative to an occurrence.
Remote Node List This field displays the current status of the various nodes connected to
the CAN Network. As the status of the CAN Network changes this list is
updated.
The 7 headings to the field have these meanings:
Distributor Master List This field displays the current status of the various COBs used on the
CAN Network. As the status of the CAN Network changes this list is
updated.
The 5 headings have these meanings:
CMS Object List This field displays the current status of the various COBs connected to
the CAN Network. If the number of nodes changes this list is updated.
The five (5) headings have these meanings:
The list on previous page is a brief description of the operation of each button that is used either for the control
of the screen or for the selection of entries or “pop-up” screens:
Name Description
Exit When clicked this closes the CAN Monitor Screen and return to the
DigitalDiagnost Service Tool screen.
RESET When clicked this resets the CAN Monitor to a ”zero” point ready for the
next set of Events to occur. This permits an observation to be made of
how a part of the CAN Network operates.
Sample When clicked this selection button stops (”freeze”) / start (”un-free”) the
sampling of the selected COBs.
Plot When clicked this causes the ”Plot” screen to be displayed.
Select All When clicked this causes all Items in the CMS Object List to be
highlighted (i.e.: Selected). These is displayed in the ”Log Messages”
field.
Unselect All When clicked this causes all Items in the CMS Object List to have the
highlight removed (i.e.: Un-selected). This disables the display of all
new messages. Existing messages are NOT removed from the display.
Save As Default When clicked this causes the system to ”remember” the Items to be
highlighted. When the screen is opened the next time ONLY the Items
at ”Exit” highlight.
The various fields that are displayed in the screen are described below:
Name Description
Start X A value that is input here determines where the Plot starts in the ”X”
direction when ”Fixed Intervals:” is selected.
End X A value that is input here determines where the Plot ends in the ”X”
direction when ”Fixed Intervals:” is selected.
Length A value that is input here determine how long the Plot can be in (in
milliseconds) the ”X” direction when ”Dynamic:” is selected.
Start Y A value that is input here determines where the Plot starts in the ”Y”
direction.
End Y A value that is input here determines where the Plot ends in the ”Y”
direction.
Plot Width A value that is input here determines how wide the Plot is in the ”X”
direction.
Plot Height A value that is input here determines how high the Plot is in the ”Y”
direction.
”Top-right-of-the-screen” This lists all COBs for which there is data available. To enable a Plot to
be generated and displayed in the ”Lower-part-of-the-screen” one or
more of the COBs must be highlighted (selected).
”Lower-part-of-the-screen” Any COB that is highlighted in the ”Top-right-of-the-screen” is
displayed in this part of the screen.
Listed below is a brief description of the operation of each button that is used either for the control of the
screen or for the selection of entries or ”pop-up” screens:
Name Description
Stack When the button is clicked the displays of the Plots (in the lower part of
the screen) is ”one-above-the-other” (i.e.: Each Plot is displayed
separately, each with their own information).
Overlap When the button is clicked the displays of the Plots (in the lower part of
the screen) is ”one-on-top-of-each-other”. Only one Plot appears to be
displayed but the information for all selected Plots are available.
Actual When clicked this causes the Plots to be displayed (changed) as time
progresses, even when there may be no event.
Event When clicked this causes the Plots to be displayed (changed) only when
an event occurs. The displayed distance between each event is always
equal even when the time between each event is different.
Fixed Interval When clicked this allows a ”zoom” function to be used for an area of the
displayed Plot. The size of the area to be viewed (zoomed into) is
adjustable by the input of values in the four fields:
Start X:
End X:
Start Y:
End Y:
When the view is ”Stack” there is a PostScript file for each Plot in the stack, with a filename that
matches the COB ”name” of the Plot.
When the view is ”Overlap” there is only ONE PostScript file. The filename is ALWAYS ”plot.ps”.
Exit When clicked this screen closes and the ”CAN Monitor” screen
displays.
The System Control Monitor Screen is used to view the various State Controllers within the System Controller.
There is a display of on-line information about the System Controller Status and the System Control Monitor
History. The ”History” field shows the transition from one state to the next.
It is possible to use one of the procedures listed below to access the information in the Log files:
State Machines
The State Machine names used for the above fields cover these areas :
The various fields that are displayed in the screen are described below:
Name Description
Start X: A value that is input here determines where the Plot starts in the ”X”
direction when ”Fixed Intervals:” is selected.
End X: A value that is input here determines where the Plot ends in the ”X”
direction when ”Fixed Intervals:” is selected.
Length: A value that is input here determines how long the Plot can be in (in
milliseconds) the ”X” direction when ”Dynamic:” is selected.
Start Y: A value that is input here determines where the Plot starts in the ”Y”
direction.
End Y: A value that is input here determines where the Plot ends in the ”Y”
direction.
Plot Width: A value that is input here determines how wide the Plot is in the ”X”
direction.
Plot Height: A value that is input here determines how high the Plot is in the ”Y”
direction.
This lists all COBs for which there is data available. To enable a Plot to
1 be generated and displayed one or more of the COBs must be
highlighted (selected).
Any COB that is highlighted is diplayed.
2
Listed below is a brief description of the operation of each button that is used either for the control of the
screen or for the selection of entries or ”pop-up” screens:
Name Description
Stack When the button is clicked the displays of the Plots (in the lower part of
the screen) are ”one-above-the-other” (i.e.: Each Plot displays
separately, each with its own information).
Overlap When the button is clicked the displays of the Plots (in the lower part of
the screen) are ”one-on-top-of-each-other”. Only one Plot appears to be
displayed but the information for all selected Plots is available.
Actual When clicked this causes the Plots to be displayed (changed) as time
progresses, even when there may be no event.
Event When clicked this causes the Plots to be displayed (changed) only when
an event occurs. The displayed distance between each event is always
equal even when the time between each event is different.
Fixed Interval When clicked this allows a ”zoom” function to be used for an area of the
displayed Plot. The size of the area to be viewed (zoomed into) is
adjustable by the input of values in the four fields:
Start X:
End X:
Start Y:
End Y:
When the view is ”Stack” there is a PostScript file for each Plot in the stack, with a filename that
matches the COB ”name” of the Plot.
When the view is ”Overlap” there is only ONE PostScript file. The filename is ALWAYS ”plot.ps”.
Exit When clicked, this screen closes and the ”CAN Monitor” screen
displays.
Due to the fact that both, the Can Monitor (CalMon) and the System Control Monitor (SysMon) cannot be
started while the System is in examination mode (ready for X-Ray) a special procedure must be used:
In the Command Tool the CAN-Monitor or the System Control Monitor can be started:
After the session is finished exit all tools shutdown and restart the system.
This could be a helpful tool to be used for network diagnostics. It is the same tool as implemented on some
Service PCs.
We do not describe this tool here. A detailed manual can be downloaded from the internet:
http://www.ethereal.com/download.html
http://ethereal.mirroring.de/docs/
4 Acceptance
The Image Quality Tool (IQ) is a combination of a calibration Tool and Test (Acceptance) Tool. It is usable in
case of Image Quality problems (fault finding) and during preventive maintenance or for System Installation.
The tests are producing results in form of an image or numeric. The numeric values are stored in the Result
tool. Important results can be write protected so that “housekeeping” does not delete the data.
All Tests including the calibrations are performed partly without or with X-Ray. The X-Ray tests have to be
activated by using the hand-switch. All other tests are performed automatically. Some tests require special
test-objects. Refer to the related section to check for the correct positioning.
CAUTION:
NOTE
All tests are based on a performed calibration (Pixel & Gain). For reliable results of all tests, perform
the calibrations first.
NOTE
All tests / calibrations are made with an SID of 110cm (Table) 150cm (Wall) with CS 2/4
Amplimat Field Adjustment 3X, AL, GRID (check mAs on the Optimus display)
NOTE
The calibration-procedures are also used to determine the quality of the detector. Every calibration is
completed with the quality indication. The result tool gives detailed information about the calibration
status.
Image Display
Compano: Window
Plate ID
RGDV status:
Æ Selected
Æ Available Back to Patient
List = ACC
Test list
Activate Processing
Status Window
Tools of the Verification Screen. Not to
be used here !!
NOTE
Starting with a complete calibration after system installation, the system (Pixel-) calibrates itself
automatically by using every examination.
The Auto Pixel-Calibration is only valid for detector areas used for the examination/image process.
The full area of the detector must be exposed in a significant fraction of images to make ensure a sufficient
calibration. In some cases it could be necessary to re-calibrate the system manually (PIXEL & GAIN)
¾ In most cases only RGDV TOMO must be calibrated separately (only GAIN every 4-6 weeks)
¾ The status of the calibration is still indicated in the “System” window under “Last Calibration”.
If switched from “accepted” to “undefined” the calibration must be completed by re-calibrating the
detector (PIXEL & GAIN)
NOTE
Make sure no high dose X-Ray was taken before the calibration is started.
Wait about 20 minutes in this case.
Make sure the Detector has already reached working condition (stabilized temperature)
Usual preparations:
Results / output:
All tests are producing an image. Relevant information is given in the Result Tool.
In most cases film diagnostics is only possible for experienced engineers.
Some tests are designed to be performed ONLY using the film (i.e. X-Ray Area) or the screen.
NOTEs:
NOTE
If an initial calibration is required (i.e Detector Exchange):
Always perform Offset calibration, Gain calibration and Pixel calibration in one sequence.
Always start with the Offset / Gain calibration and wait until the processing is finished before the Pixel
calibration is started.
Even if no image quality problems are visible, the gain calibration(s) should be repeated every month.
If the IQ stabilizes this interval could be increased.
A separate pixel calibration is usually not required. Exception: Detector Exchange !
Test sequence:
10 X-ray Gain images are
performed (to be started with the
X-Ray button).
Preparation:
21mm AL, No GRID, SID
110/150cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool. Image
diagnostics is only possible for
experienced engineers.
Test sequence:
12 X-Ray images are performed
(to be started with the X-Ray
button).
Preparation:
21mm AL, No Grid,
SID=110/150cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool. Image diagnostics
is only possible for experienced engineers.
Result Tool: Check the ECV value.
NOTE
This calibration item is only available if it is required . For every first installation this calibration checks
for an “Offset Detector”. If the calibrated Detector has no offset behavior, this item is hidden after the
next restart.
If “Clear calibration” for the required Detector is performed, this item comes back into the list.
Test sequence:
10 X-ray Gain images are performed
(to be started with the X-Ray
button).
Preparation:
21mm AL, No GRID, SID 110cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool.
Image diagnostics is only possible for
experienced engineers.
NOTE
The Tomo Gain calibration result image looks similar to the standard Gain calibration result image.
Test sequence:
12 X-Ray images are performed (to
be started with the X-Ray button).
Preparation:
21mm AL, No GRID, SID 110/150cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool. Image
diagnostics is only possible for
experienced engineers.
Result Tool: Check the ECV value.
Test sequence:
2 X-ray images are performed
(DoseFlat1 and 2. To be released
with the X-Ray button).
Preparation:
Select Table or Wall first!
21mm AL, No GRID, SID 110/150
cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool. The
structure contrast value” is
calculated.
Image diagnostics is only possible
for experienced engineers. Usually
it is a homogenous image.
Test sequence:
One dark image (Electronic Noise,
NO X-Ray). One Dark (blank) Image
be automatically retrieved from the
detector. (Click on ElectronicNoise
to start the test.)
Preparation:
No Test Objects required.
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool.
Image diagnostics is only possible
for experienced engineers.
Test sequence:
One dark image (MainsHum, NO X-
Ray). One Dark Image be
automatically performed.
(Click on MainsHum to start the test.)
Preparation:
No Test Objects required.
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool.
Image diagnostics is only possible
for experienced engineers.
4.3.4 Linearity
This test has to be performed in relation to the Dose Field Flatness Test.
The linear behavior, if different dose levels are applied to the 4 panels is checked. The median pixel-value of
each quarter panel is calculated. The images usually show homogenous structures if things are OK.
Test sequence:
3 X-ray Gain images are performed
(Linearity 2, 1, and 3. To be started
with the X-Ray button).
Preparation:
21mm AL, No GRID, SID 110/150cm
Results / output:
Mainly in the Result Tool. Image
diagnostics is only possible for
experienced engineers.
Test sequence:
Homogeneity:
1x X-RAY with PCR70KV
Calibration:
1x X-RAY with PCR80KV
Preparation:
21mm AL, SID near to 180cm
Collimation larger than
cassette
Results / output:
The results are printed into
the post image(s)
This procedure tests and calibrates sensitivity and shading (service only!)
For more details please refer to the UNIT manual “PCR Reader Integration”.
This adjustment synchronizes the release of the grid with the correct X-Ray trigger.
For more information refer to Subsystem Manual DigitalDiagnost TH, section 6.
Test sequence:
2 X-ray image: 1 long one short
Preparation:
GRID, No 21mm AL, SID 110 / 150cm
Results / output:
Check the second image. The
center of the washer should be
aligned with the center of the
blurred washer line as shown in
the image below (within 0 – 2 mm)
DoubleClick
DDF:
The two (additional) black lines mark the center of the washer and the center of the grid movement. They
should be aligned in an area of 0-2 mm. Refer to the SMI manual for details.
0-2 mm
BUF
The Grid delay time cannot be adjusted anymore BUT this is not required.
The system takes care the timing is correct. The test should show an image (that one with the washers), which
has a difference of about 4mm. The tolerance is 4 mm +/- 2mm
4 mm 4 mm
The result image can be used in addition to mechanically center Test sequence:
the table (parallel position to X-Ray field) and to align X-ray – light. 1 X-ray image
For more information refer to SMI DigitalDiagnost.
Preparation:
no GRID, no AL, SID 110 / 150cm
Results / output:
Check the image (as shown
below) for good center
alignment , parallelism and
size of the X-Ray field / table
or wall stand.
The the dottet lines mark the area in which the x-ray beam should be centered. The outer and inner line mark
an area of +/- 1 cm.
This image allows an easy alignment of size and position of the x-ray beam. Refer to the SMI for details.
With Scale ½ and magnification it is possible to see very detailed where the X-RAY area is situated.
NOTE
The image above shows a badly adjusted X-RAY area !!!
Test sequence:
3 X-Ray images with different dose
settings:
S200, S400, S800
Preparation:
GRID, 21mm AL, SID 110 / 150cm
Results / output:
Measure the switch off dose for
each setting. Adjust the Dose of
FSC in the Optimus generator
(XRG scope)
For detailed information refer to SMI DigitalDiagnost, Section: Setting To Work: (“Switch-off-dose”).
In addition to the switch-off dose measured by an external dose-meter, the system automatically calculates the
EI (Exposure Index) for each exposure. This value is inversely proportional to the dose it is derived from the
histogram analysis. This value is displayed in the image and printed or sent with the image.
There are slight deviations for different kV-settings and filtration. (standard: 70KV, 21mm AL)
Key value:
This is a calculated value based on a histogram analysis and is dependant on the detector-
dose. (In the image header this is the key-center value.)
Sensitivity:
Detector signal (LSB) / Dose [µGy]
The Exposure Index (EI) represents the film blackening (density) in the digital imaging world.
NOTE
The EI value may vary in-between the next or the previous limit-step.
I.e.: The EI of 400 could vary in-between 320 and 500.
This test supports to check the switch OFF dose deviation between the Amplimat fields.
Check the mAs display on the generator desk.
Test sequence:
3/5 X-Ray images are performed.
One for each field.
(To be released with the X-Ray
button.)
Use the mAs reading on the
Display to check the values.
Preparation:
GRID, 21mm AL, SID 110/150 cm
___________________________________
Special for FS fix (Wallstand):
NOTE
4.3.10 Constancy
This can be used for the country specific constancy check. There is no phantom/test object specified. Any
country-specific phantom/object can be used. For Germany there are two test objects defined (see below).
Test sequence:
One AEC examination (X-Ray).
or
One FREE exposure (X-Ray).
Preparation:
21mm AL, SID 110/150cm
NO GRID !!
______________________________
Test sequence:
One X-Ray shot with HIGH dose. One
with LOW dose.
Preparation:
21mm AL, SID 110/150 cm
WITH GRID
_______________________________________
Special for FS fix (Wallstand):
The square “high dose” x-ray field should not be visible anymore in the second image. See figure(s) above.
Levels of classification:
1. Accepted
2. Good
3. Ok
4. Warning
5. Error
The limits are fixed for every test. Some errors and or warnings can be seen as tolerable some can lead to an
exchange of the detector.
General Information
HCU calibration (NOTE: With DiDi release 1.4 the HCU results are not supported anymore)
Detector Results (Tests & calibration)
Status Limits
Panel Results
Two different result screens are available. They are test dependant:
1. Result Display Type I (general): This screen contains results over the whole detector area.
2. Result Display Type II (general): This screen contains results over the four panel areas.
Export Data:
This transfers the results data to the transfer directory. (/DATA/Transfer)
Dependent on what is displayed under “Test group” only data situated below this group is saved.
To save ALL result-data make sure TOP is displayed before clicking on “Export Data”.
This creates the file (in .../DATA/transfer):
House keeping:
This deletes unmarked Results data. It helps to keep an overview of relevant data. Especially initial
acceptance data just after the installation can be marked as “ reference tests”.
The “Pixel calibration & Tomo Pixel calibration” detects and classifies untypical pixels automatically. These
untypical pixels are added via a weighted sum we call ECV, in which isolated pixels contribute with a low
weight compared to clinically more relevant larger clusters (e.g. whole lines / columns).
This value allows a good classification of the quality of the detector concerning the amount of defective pixel
dependent on their location.
Limits:
Accepted: 0 - 230000
Good: > 230000 - 270000
OK: > 270000 - 458400
Error: > 458400
The TIC TOOL is designed to create and send test images to nodes / devices connected to DigitalDiagnost.
For more details please refer to the separate UNIT manual: TIC Tool.
A short description how to use the tool in STANDARD mode is given below.
1
2
3 6 7
5. Click on 6 to open the VIEWER. The VIEWER already shows the created images.
PRINT
Print the tool via the viewer:
5 Assistance
This button deletes the files for GAIN, PIXEL and OFFSET calibration (Table, Tomo and Wall).
This can be done for each detector separately.
NOTE
After Clear calibration is used, make sure a System Restart is performed twice before a new Detector
calibration is made ! A second restart is required to re-activate the offset calibration.
- Make sure that no image in the processing queue !
- Never use the un-calibrated Detector for patient examinations !!!
Procedure:
¾ Check if the Detector already reached working temperature (about 35 - 50°C) before
calibrating!
¾ Make sure that a “fresh” Detector calibration is performed after old files are deleted to
guarantee good Image Quality.
Clear Calibration requires two times a re-start of the application software !!!
If the application software is upgraded the calibration as usually deleted. The OFFSET
calibration is re-activated and needs to performed.
5.3 Logfiles
Click here to activate (highlight) the required package-information (e.g. “PMSdidi” ) and click Package Info.
This function is only applicable when a Compano Reader (not for S+ !!) is connected and active. For details
please refer to the PCR Compano Release Bulletin.
Clinical QC is a statistic tool, which gives the user a possibility to calculate the amounts of rejects and also
collect the reasons for rejecting images.
When active, the user is prompted/forced to enter/select a reason for rejecting/repeating an image.
The table of possible explanations/reasons is prepared in the Configuration Tool Æ Clinical QC.
Clinical QC is only available when the license is activated in the Customization Manager.
To enter the QC tool: Service Tools Æ Acceptance Æ Clinical QC
EXPORT
The image result table can be exported to: TRANSFER / USB Stick or any other directory.
Formats: .csv
EXPORT
The statistics result table can be exported to: TRANSFER / USB Stick or any other directory.
(Note: When the USB stick is mounted it is handled like a “floppy”. Copy the files to “ /floppy “.
Formats: html, txt or rtf
The statistics result table (.csv) can be exported to: TRANSFER / USB Stick or any other directory.
LEFT MOUSE
BUTTON opens the
pop-up.
Select “Save as
PNG”
“Save as PNG” converts and saves the current image to the “TRANSFER” directory.
• In the Service Tool use Software Release Information. Refer to the screen above !
• Open a commandtool.
:
pkginfo9|9grep PMS (Æ Display of all PMS packages (i.e. PMSextL2))
or
pkginfo9|9grep extL (Æ Display of all Extension Level packages (i.e. PMSextL2))
If only pkginfo (no grep) is used all packages including SUN packages are displayed.
• Click on : EXIT
: detector <return>
This is an alias function which saves several data to the ..DATA/TRANSFER directory.
6.4 How to create an homogeneous image (one for table / wall & one tomo)
• Enter Patientlist.
• If WALL is available: Create a test patient named: “testwall” combined with a WALL examination.
• SETTINGS (TABLE/WALL):
- Generator: NO AEC, 70KV, 5 mAs
- Collimator to 43 x 43cm
- 21mm AL
- default SID, no GRID
Make sure there is no object in the X-ray field !!
• SETTINGS (TOMO):
- Generator: NO AEC, 70KV, 5mAs
- Collimator to 43 x 43cm
- 21mm AL
- default SID, no GRID
• While the image is processed, fill in the number shown in the Status Bar window.
(Î Processing)
• Insert and load DOR / Optical Disk (Status Bar Î External Device (DOR) Î load (laden)).
• : cdP <return>
(this enters the Pre-Image directory)
• Mark the image name by using the cursor. Use the copy button on the keyboard.
• : cp9"filename”9/EOD <return>
• Insert DOR.
• : dor9fsck <return>
6.7 How format a DOR via command tool DOR (U10 only)
• Insert DOR.
• : dor9format <return>
6.8 How to create a “blank Image” & Copy to CDROM (U10 Æ DOR)
• After the result image has been confirmed fill in the acquisition number (Processing window).
• Insert and load the Optical Disk (Status Bar Æ External Device Æ load (laden).
• Mark the image-name using the cursor. Use the copy button on the keyboard.
• : cp9"filename"9/export/home/DATA/TRANSFER <return>
• From the Service Tool use: Transfer dir. to Optical Disc to burn the file(s) to CDROM
Mount floppy:
• : floppy9mount <return>
• Enter the directory (on disk) containing the file (i.e. image).
• : cp9“filename”9/floppy <return>
: ls9/floppy <return>
Umount floppy:
: floppy9umount <return>
: snapshot& <return>
or:
: sdtimage& <return>
The snapshot tool is self-explaining. The output format is .ras (SUN RASTER). SUN RASTER images can be
used in most of the imaging tools (PC).
You may store the image directly to the TRANSFER directory.
Remotely you can download the image to the PC using WINSCP or via RSN.
The easiest way to create a snapshot of the current screen is the following command:
OR:
(note: meta = )
The USB stick can be inserted into one of the free USB ports. It is handled like a floppy disk.
Not all types of USB stick are supported. !
The USB stick can also be used to store the zipped content of the TRANSFER directory .
In the Service Tools Æ Assistance Æ Transfer Dir to USB Stick
This button stores the contents of the TRANSFER directory to the Optical Disk as a zipped file:
U10 : DOR
Blade : CD-R
The Optical Disk needs to be mounted first via the Status Bar. (“Load” / “ Laden “).
The file can be “unzipped” on any service PC with WINZIP.
System Æ System Status of Æ click the toggle button to select a current logfile.
Within the set-up of AQDSs two different “reference planes” can be selected: Table or Detector.
The selection has a significant influence on the image scaling/magnification.
For more details please refer to the application brochure: “ Magnification factors”. (12NC: 4512 987 0950_)
This brochure is part of the DigitalDiagnost documentation CDROM.
REPLACEMENTS
Workstation DigitalDiagnost
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.1 Jumper setting FOL PCI Interface (U10 & Blade 2500)
The default jumper setting is “RS 485”. All current systems AND most of the installed base does not have
the RS 485 interface box. The installation cable connects to the FOL board via the adapter cable: 4512
131 46071 (9pin Sub-D / miniDIN).
W3 W2 W1
B1
RS232
X1 RS485
RS232
X2
RS485
W6 W5 W4
B2
1.2 Replacement of FOL board for system with RS485 interface box
From November 2001 onwards the DigitalDiagnost Systems are delivered with a new FOL Interface
board (SUN PCI, 4512 108 10104). This board includes the realization of the RS485 interface
already. The RS 485 box is not used anymore. This kit is compatible for systems with OLD and
NEW FOL interface board.
It includes the new FOL interface board , two adapter cables and this manual. The new FOL board
is fully backwards compatible.
Dismantle the RS485 box (not used anymore !). Use the delivered adapter cable (s) to connect the FOL
interface with the existing cable (s). (Jumpersetting: RS232 !!)
RS485
RS232
RS232
RS 485 box
RS485
RS485
RS485
TH / VE / VT / VR TH / VE / VT / VR TH / VE / VT / VR
1.3 U10
Make sure to use the pre-defined slot for each board. They will also work on different PCI positions.
The PCI SCSI Interface is not required for the Blade 2500. It is ON-BOARD.
The PCI Interface boards must be installed ONLY in the “white” socket slots. The green ones cannot be
used. The boards will be damaged. Make sure to use the pre-defined slot for each board. They are usually
indicated with a sticker at the back plane.
SCSI Power
connector
Jumper:
SCSI
SCSI Address: 5 Terminators
Position 1 & 3
HCU Interface
CAN Interface
FOL Interface
SCSI Controller
power
SCSI Terminator
SCSI harddisk
In case of a defective NVRAM chip it must be replaced by a new one. The default settings however will
crash the system. Several changes are to be performed.
The NVRAM module keeps several specific settings for the functionality of the system. Here are some:
• Realtime clock
• Host ID
• Ethernet address
• Several environment setting (see listing below)
NOTE:
In case of an exchange (NVRAM) a new License paper / License Floppy / CDROM is required.
Contact the Service Support Group (CS) in Hamburg to order .
Make sure the following information about the System is send:
new Host ID
System Serial #
Order Number
Country
Customer
Your Name / Tel. / E-Mail / FAX (where to send) / Shipping address.
Send/fax a copy of your licence sheet / or the content of the licence floppy /
cdrom. Preferred via E-Mail.
This needs to be performed in case the NVRAM or the SUN (incl. NVRAM) is exchanged. Under normal
conditions the software installation process automatically sets the NVRAM correctly. If the NVRAM is
exchanged while the PCI boards are still inserted, a system boot is not possible.
Note Blade 2500:
The NVRAM settings are now buffered by an external (CR 2032) Lithium cell on the main board. If data is
lost it could be expected that the battery is empty and needs to be replaced. Refer to the SUN
documentation for details.
Complete Procedure
1. Perform a backup via the service tool / configuration tool (DB backup Æ DOR / CD-R)
ok
ok printenv nvramrc
nvramrc = 106 4 apply config-w! /pci@1e,600000
NOTE
NOTE
The NVRAM has to be configured for DiDi or needs to replaced with your original one.
For a new NVRAM make sure to order new licenses.
Note down the new hostID to order new licenses ! or make sure the new licenses are already
delivered with the new workstation.
Exchange Procedure
NOTE
Host ID
System Serial #
Order Number
Country
Customer
Your Name / Tel. / E-Mail / FAX (where to send) / Shipping address
Technical data:
- 1 x ≥ 73 GB Hard disk (ultra SCSI) - 3 x PCI 66 MHZ (not used for DiDi)
For more details please refer to SUN`s original documentation. The replacement procedures are described
in the SUN Service/Diagnostics/Troubleshooting manual. The SUN documents are delivered with the
system AND are part of the DiDi Documentation CDROM.
NOTE:
Host ID
System Serial #
Order Number
Country
Customer
Your Name / Tel. / E-Mail / FAX (where to send) / Shipping address.
In case the workstation is defective and the replacements of boards did not help or begins to be more
expensive than a complete replacement. This could be the case if the motherboard/CPU needs to be
replaced.
NOTE:
The Customization Manager settings incl. Licenses cannot be restored to the NEW
workstation.
Note down the values ! In emergency cases: They are stored on the backup CDROM in the
sysinfo.cfg file
The license CDROM delivered for the NEW workstation (SUN Blade) must be restored via
the CM.
Follow the instructions in the “Software Installation” section to proceed.
NOTE:
If the U10 is defective, it is obviously not possible to follow the described procedures.
It is basically required to have both workstations running to transfer the backup (U10 Æ BLADE)!
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ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
DigitalDiagnost 1.4.x / 1.5.x REPLACEMENTS
6.3 Transfer the U10 (1.5.x) Backup to SUN Blade 2500 (1.5.x)
6.3.2 Preparation
SAME Software
Release required to
transfer & restore the
U10 Backup !
NOTE
If the two workstations are already connected to the customers network it is possible to use the given IP
settings instead of using cross cable with the shown “dummy” addresses.
Set-Up the U10 Use the CM Manager to set- Set-Up the Blade IP- address (i.e):
up IP addresses &
Netmasks.
IP addresses (i.e) or any other
IP : 42.42.42.42 IP : 42.42.42.43
NetMask : 255.255.255.0 NetMask : 255.255.255.0
Remote Login on U10 (Remote Menu)
Open a commandtool:
ssh9service@42.42.42.43
scp9-r9/EOD/*9
service@42.42.42.43:/export/home/SABRE/DA
TA/TRANSFER
The copy process could not be completed. This could happen if the software has been re-installed.
/export/home/SABRE/.ssh/……
cdT <return>
ADJUSTMENTS
DigitalDiagnost
Release 1.5.x
10.11.2006
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF FIGURES
1 HCU Calibration
The HCU Calibration is a relevant procedure to guarantee good image quality. The calibration consists of a
Greylevel Calibration AND the Scale Calibration.
2 Detector Calibration
The detector calibration is divided into 3 parts:
The Offset calibration identifies a special artifact type and will not be visible anymore when this kind of
artifact is not found.
The Gain calibration is the only calibration, which needs to be performed every 6-8 weeks. The customer can
do this.
The Pixel calibration is performed by the system automatically with every patient image. There is no need to
perform it manually.
After the installation of a new system or the replacement of a detector all the three calibrations need to be
performed initially.
This set-up is used to calibrate the DIDI monitor based on the users basic monitor settings and light situation
in the room.
Restart the application software to access the tool. The Button: Display Calibration is now available in the
Service Tools screen:
Preparation:
¾ Dim the room light as it is usually used while working with the system.
¾ Set the monitors brightness & contrast to a basic position as the user works with the system.
¾ No test image is required to perform the calibration !!
Sliders cannot be used ! Only keyboard inputs are allowed. (Note: “NUM PAD” is usually de-activated).
Use : <return> / <enter> at the keyboard to enter the values.
When entering values, which are not in range an, error messages appears and the input field becomes RED.
Calibration Procedure:
1. Calibration
¾ Enter the Display Calibration Tool
¾ Select the first input field with the cursor
The cursor position sets the monitors brightness for each step)
¾ Measure the light in the middle of the monitor
¾ Enter the measured value into the filed the cursor is positioned
¾ Proceed this measurement until all steps are measured
¾ Click on “Apply Calibration”
2. Verification:
¾ Re-measure all different steps in the same way as done in the calibration and enter them into the
corresponding fields.
¾ Click on “Apply Verification”
3. Result
GREEN marks:
Result after
Calibration.
RED marks:
Result after
Calibration.
Default / Ideal
grey curve
The APR Update Tool synchronizes the APRs programmed in the OPTIMUS Generator with the database of
the DigitalDiagnost System.
RGDVs: ONE CS System:
3 Table 1
Tomo 2
2 Wall 3
Free 4
Table 1
Tomo 2
- 3
Free 4
Wall 5
Free2 6
Figure 4-1, APR Up-Date, Overview
NOTE:
While the Up-Date process is running do not activate any other function on the System.
Do not press any button on the Generator / Control Desk.
4.1 Procedure
Make sure the Optimus Generator and the Sun Workstation are switched on.
3. Click on START. 1
4. Wait until the process was successfully finished (message).
6. After the save process ended successfully click EXIT to leave the tool. 3
7. Switch OFF / ON the Generator.
If the synchronization process between the database and the Optimus was successfully finished the
following message appears:
NOTE
If EXIT is used before saving the changes the following warning pops-up:
Note:
Until the synchronization information was not saved to the database the update is not active.
In this case the System does not get ready. The APR update must be repeated.
It is possible that APRs situated in the Database as a part of an AQDS have no “partner” in the Optimus
generator. They cannot be linked automatically.
This must be performed manually using the following screen. This screen appears as soon as “stand alone”
APRs are found. They need to be linked manually.
If unmapped APRs are identified while the APR-Update is saved, this Screen pops-up:
The “?” indicates, that this APR has no corresponding APR in the Optimus. The “X” indicates that the
mapping was valid. After all APRs are mapped correctly (no “?” anymore) the “confirm button can be
pressed. This brings you back to the main screen of the APR Update Tool. Click on “save” again. This
should now be successful.
2. Click on EDIT.
3. The selection screen give you a list of all Optimus APRs. The correct APR must be selected.
4. Click on OK to activate the selected APR. This brings you back to the mapping screen.
5. If all APRs in the mapping screen show no “?” anymore click on confirm. This brings you back to
the main APR Update screen.
NOTE
If the APRs data-set language stored into the Generator does not correspond to the one used in the
DigitalDiagnost software (language !) the mapping always run into failure condition.
If inconsistent APRs are identified by the System i.e. after a restart this message occurs:
3. Activate the APR Update Tool and perform the up-date procedure.
Error:
"APRs are inconsistent" even when APR update was just made successfully.
Special situation:
The system uses only ONE RGDV (+FREE): RGDV TABLE or RGDV WALL STAND
With this system configuration it could happen that the APR update succeeds properly.
BUT...
When an examination is performed, the system asks for another APR update.
With the error message: "APRs are inconsistent"
Remedy:
It does not help to “ZERO” the Optimus CU or to delete ALL APRs....no need to try it.
This effect may also happen if there is ONLY one wall stand (RGDV3) but no table (RGDV1). Follow the
instructions as described above. (Create an additional RGDV temporary and fill it with APRs....and delete it
later )
DigitalDiagnost
Release 1.5.x
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Advanced Print (EV Print) cannot be ordered any longer with new systems. It can be used on existing
systems also when upgraded to 1.5.x.
1.1 Introduction
EasyVision RAD is able from release 4.2L2 onwards to work as a dedicated print server for DigitalDiagnost.
Through this configuration DigitalDiagnost is able to use printers and print formats configured on EasyVision
RAD.
So so-called Advanced Printing for DigitalDiagnost option was available as a complete software/hardware
package:
The EasyVision RAD serving as a print server holds an ASCII file named configuredPrinters.dat in the
directory /easydata/UI/configuration. This file contains all configured printers with their specific identification
strings as they are used in the user interface of the DigitalDiagnost. Every printer is listed in combination with
real printer name, used film format, film type, etc.
For printing remotely via EV RAD the DigitalDiagnost is using special print
protocols. These protocols must be available on the EasyVision in order to
perform printing. From release 4.2L3 or higher, 20 default print protocols
for DigitalDiagnost are available on the EV RAD in addition to the other
standard protocols.
Print protocols for DigitalDiagnost are always starting with the prefix DD
(see figure). Other protocols cannot be used.
When the system has been upgraded from R4.2.Lxx software and an
existing customization has been kept, the 'DD' protocols do not show up in
the list. In that case the protocols must be loaded manually.
Refer to paragraph 1.2, "Restoring Default Print Protocols".
2. In the screen area Print Protocols select under Application package Æ PCR Viewing.
3. Delete all standard print protocols, keep all customized print protocols and click [Save].
5. Activate on the top bar Restore PMS settings and click [Save].
6. Select again PCR Viewing, all standard PMS print protocols plus all customized print protocols are now
available.
NOTE:
Modify print protocols require application-experience on the EasyVision, otherwise it may not work .
The existing “DD” protocols are tested and are working.
Preconditions
1. EasyVision RAD 4.2L6 (or higher) with the correct options running:
ÆSingle user
ÆEasyPCR
ÆEasyPrint
2. Both systems, the DigitalDiagnost and the EV RAD are installed properly and ready to operate on
the network.
3. Make sure no DICOM Print license is active on the DigitalDiagnost (Customization Manager).
Survey of Actions:
Easy Vision:
Configuration tool: configure all sbus / DICOM printers
Set up the DICOM node
Load the DigitalDiagnost print layouts
Execute the configuration
On Exit the EasyVision automatically restarts in the proper way
(reboot or Start Menu)
Select the correct monitor (Check the EV Release Bulletin for details)
DigitalDiagnost:
Customization Manager:
No License
Active !
4 Go to Installation/Configuration Menu
2 Start Configuration
password = password
2. In the configuration tool window from the area of Configured nodes select DICOM node and click
[New]. The DICOM node configuration screen appears.
SCU setting:
Only Store as SCU
Enter the connected Easy-Vision to the DICOM node list. Here as an example: “de25aa”
If Commit is set to YES make sure the node configuration for MPPS is set correctly !!
Active OFF (can be YES if only one Must not be set to YES for the EV Remote
node is inserted) print node
Only for autosending of DICOM images to
the Archiving system marked with “Active” =
Yes*
Commit No Storage Commitment
Exp. Prv. Att. Yes This needs to be set to YES when Remote
Export Private Attributes Print EV is used.
EV.Fwd.AET Yes/No AET of the receiving station.
NO:
The image is not sub-sampled
(scaled down) for printing.The
scale is kept to about 90%-100%.
YES: The image can be sub-
sampled to a lower ratio. Less
than 50% is possible.
This may lead to bad printing
quality if the printer resolution
is too low!
The condition for this option to work properly is that all data elements listed below have to be identical for all
images to be printed on the same film:
DICOM_PATIENT_NAME DICOM_PATIENT_BIRTH_NAME
DICOM_PATIENT_ID SPI_PATIENT_ENTRY_ID
DICOM_PATIENT_BIRTHDATE DICOM_ACCESSION_NUMBER
DICOM_PATIENTS_BIRTH_TIME DICOM_INSTITUTIONAL_DEPARTMENT_NAME
DICOM_PATIENT_SEX DICOM_INSTITUTION_NAME
DICOM_OTHER_PATIENT_NAMES DICOM_MANUFACTURER
If the option “Patient name once” has been selected but one or more of the images printed on the same film
do not conform to another image regarding at least one of the data elements above listed the patient name is
not printed on the film at all. The name field on the film is filled with “ *** “. This film is not valid and cannot be
used.
An image can be temporarily printed out with the option “Patient name once” switched OFF. On this film the
patient name is printed on any of the images.
DigitalDiagnost
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 3
12 Short-Cuts (aliases).................................................................................................................. 9
13 Filesystem DigitalDiagnost.................................................................................................... 11
1 Introduction
Important Note
Due to security aspects the root / super user password will not be published anymore !!
To access the UNIX prompt in the DigitalDiagnost system UNIX can be started via either:
1. Command Tool
2. A service PC connected to the Ethernet connector (network) or
3. Remotely via modem/network/RSN
Passwords:
NOTE
Passwords and Product Licence Strings are confidential and are not published in this text. If they
are unknown please contact Philips Medical Systems, Hamburg, Germany.
The UNIX file system is a structure for organising information or data. The data is grouped into
named entities called files as follows:
Directory A special type of file containing information about other files and
directories.
All files and sub-directories are contained by the main directory named
root (/).
Sub-directory A directory contained within another directory.
A Sub-directory can contain files and more sub-directories.
File A container to store data.
Files can consist of memos, reports, graphics or other types of data.
4 File names
5 File types
Ordinary file This type of file is used to store data. It may contain binary data
(executable files, data files) or ASCII data (text files, script files).
Directory file This is a directory file and contains a list of files.
Symbolic link This is only a pointer to another file.
Device file Block type (e.g.: Tape drive).
Character type (e.g.: Terminal).
The Device Files are used to reference physical devices, such as terminals, printers, disks and tape
drives. They are read-from and written-to just like ordinary files, but such requests cause activation
of the associated physical device.
NOTE
The parent directory is the directory one level above the current working directory.
NOTE
The ls command lists the contents of directories. The second way to use ls is to specify either the
absolute or the relative pathname of the target directory. This does not change directories. Listed
below are the basic commands for directory listing:
file Determine the file type (e.g. : file /etc/passwd). Displayed as “ASCII text".
cat Concatenates (i.e.: puts one file after another) and displays files on the screen.
Example: cat file1 file2 (file1 and file2 are displayed).
cat file1 file2 > file3 (file1 and file2 are written in file3)
more Displays the contents of a file one screen at a time.
page Pages through a text file.
NOTE
There are three classes of file (system) user and three modes of file access offered by the UNIX file
system. This gives a total of nine different kinds of access permission.
The three classes of file (system) user are as follows:
Owner (or user) (u) The owner is usually the user who created the file.
The super-user can change the individual ownership of a file if
necessary.
The owner has full control over restricting or permitting access to the
file at any time.
The ownership of a file can be changed by the system administrator
with the “chown” command.
Group (g) A system user who is not the file owner may access the file, but only
if this user belongs to the group of system users who are allowed to
access the file.
However, this user cannot restrict or permit access to the file. Only
the owner is allowed to do this
Other (or world) (o) This category refers to any other user of the system.
There are three ways of accessing a file. The meaning of these access modes is different for files
than it is for directories as follows:
To determine the set of access permissions of a particular file the command ls -l can be used. This
gives a directory listing with the long listing option as follows:
# ls -l apple
rwxrwxrwx 1 erik 1024 Jun 20 10:05
apple
Where :
- The dash in the file type field indicates that the file is an ordinary file.
d Directory file
l Symbolic link
b Block-type special (disk device)
c Character-type special (terminal type)
p Special “fifo” file (named "pipe")
Example 1 : rwxrwxrwx The first three characters (read, write and execute) in the access permissions
field gives the permission for the Owner.
The next three for the Group.
The last three for the Other.
If a specific permissions is not allowed, a dash (-) is placed at the that
position.
Example 2 : rwxr--r-- The file can be read, written to and executed by the user.
The file can be read by the group and the others.
NOTE
Listed below are the basic commands for file access permissions:
11 Date command
Due to security aspects the date cannot be changed any longer on UNIX level (no root access !)
Use the Customization Manager instead.
12 Short-Cuts (aliases)
h history
ll list long
tx texteditor ( usage: tx filename)
filemgr& opens the filemanager on windows surface (=>/usr/openwin/bin/filemgr)
balu opens the image viewer (like xdisplay)
sdtimage& Opens a graphic/snapshot tool
NOTE
1. Filemanager
2. Texteditor
Open a commandtool:
Type in: tx& <return>
13 Filesystem DigitalDiagnost
LIST OF PAGES AND MODULES ...............................................MODULE CODE NUMBER: 4512 983 11811
Contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 3
1.1 What is covered by this manual: ............................................................................................... 3
1.2 DICOM general information ...................................................................................................... 3
2 Preparation .............................................................................................................................. 4
2.1 Network requirements ............................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Quick Network Check................................................................................................................ 4
2.3 Set-Up Network Speed (Installation Manager) ......................................................................... 4
2.4 Network set-up local system (DigitalDiagnost) ......................................................................... 6
LIST OF FIGURES
1 INTRODUCTION
DICOM Print is covered by a separate manual: Refer to : “UNIT Manual “DICOM Print”.
DICOM is the agreed standard set by ACR-NEMA to transmit / receive data via a network in medical
applications. The conversion of the data from DigitalDiagnost to a DICOM is completed within DigitalDiagnost
itself.
DICOM
is an abbreviation for Digital Imaging and COmmunications in Medicine.
ACR-NEMA
is an abbreviation for Association of Computed Radiographers - National Electrical Manufacturers
Association.
DICOM divides the transmitted data into two (2) parts, the Header and the Data. Within the Header there are
Groups and Elements that each have an individual and constant meaning. The same Group / Element
combination ALWAYS have the same meaning and therefore action for the transmitted data.
Example 1
Group / Element (0000,0000): This always defines the depth of the Header and
the combined Data.
Example 2
Group / Element (0010,0010): This always defines the Patient’s Name.
Other Group / Element combinations define the Networking conditions, the functions, type of image, etc.. For
the type of image, there is a further breakdown to define what to do with the Image (e.g. : ”Store”, ”Print”,
etc.). For DIGITALDIAGNOST (at the time of printing) only the ”Store” definition is used. This is defined
further as either ”Archive” or ”Viewing”. DIGITALDIAGNOST supports the Class ”CR” (Computed
Radiography) within DICOM. Refer to the DICOM Conformance Statement (part of this manual).
NOTE
For more details also refer to DigitalDiagnost Conformance Statements (s) and the DICOM standard:
DICOM Standard:
http://pww.medicalit.ms.philips.com/io/
2 PREPARATION
IP-Address “PING”
Use the „ping“ command to check if the IP address you want to connect to is alive:
The message „xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx“ is alive tells you the connection to network is working. It does not mean
DICOM/RIS are working. This has to be defined in the configurations.
In addition a DICOM VERIFY (refer to section 3.6 DICOM VERIFY) checks for activ/valid DICOM nodes. This
is limited the the nodes which are already configured. Also refer to section Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte
nicht gefunden werden. DICOM Configuration
Login as “Install”
INSTALLATION MANAGER
3 <Return>
network configuration
*************************
1 Auto AutoNegotiation
2 10HD 10 MPS, half-duplex
3 10FD 10 Mbps, full-duplex
4 100HD 100 Mbps, half-duplex
5 100FD 100 Mbps, full-duplex
6 1000HD 1000 Mbps, half-duplex
7 1000FD 1000 Mbps, full-duplex
8 Quit Return to previous menu
Please select item (default: 1) [1-6,?]
NET
The DICOM configuration items are now including set-up screens for additional features. The availability
depends on the customer’s environment and the ordered options.
ARCHIVE Nodes
BWLM Node
MPPS Node
IMS Node
LOCAL node (DIDI)
All items are now grouped in one start screen. The DICOM Export Filter, is still separated from this screen:
This screen is used to set the DICOM nodes for all the DICOM peripherals (except DICOM Print) and the
local DICOM settings.
DICOM Storage(C_Store):
This generally activated the DICOM storage
to the defined device.
Storage Commit
When supported by the customer’s
environment, this item can be activated.
Local Storage (DICOM Media)
Local storage to MOD/CDROM . DX or CR
Can be activated for24h when no license
present.
Default format is : DR. Also possible to
select DX. Depends on customer’s local
environment
Active Yes/No
Exp. Prv. Att. Yes/No This needs to be set to YES when Remote
Print EV is used.
Export Private Attributes
Usually: NO
EV.Fwd.AET Yes/No AET of the receiving Easy Vision
Study description
This selection select if the Study Description is sent with the image:
This is the node from which the Storage Commit information is received from the DigitalDiagnost. This is an
active process with the responsibility of DigitalDiagnost. (IMS = Image Management Service).
Important NOTE
If Storage Commit is activated it is required that the customer environment is surely answering Storage
Commit requests. If not, DiDi queues will run full and images cannot be deleted until the commitment is
received!! This may run into “disk full” status.
IMS Nodes can only / must only be used when Storage Commit is activated.
This is the usual node for DigitalDiagnost. (The port number can be different to 3000)
When all the required DICOM nodes have been activated, use the DICOM VERIFY to basically check if they
are accessible.
- IP address/AET correct ?
- Configuration correct ?
- Is it an active Dicom node ??
“Succeeded”
• Verified DICOM node is alive
“No Connection”:
• Incomplete configuration on DigitalDiagnost
• TCP / IP protocol failed
“Rejected”:
• Association Negotiation failed
• Analyze VERIFICATION response: status failed
Figure 3-7, DICOM VERIFY
NOTE
The DICOM code mapping is part of the Anatomical Database (ADB) Tool.
There are three ways that new RIS codes can be imported to the DIDI database:
1. Manually
2. Via RIS Query & manual mapping
3. By recognizing a new code automatically (risconn process) & manual mapping
The DICOM Code Mapping defines which item (DICOM Code), delivered from the hospital RIS, and is going
to select the required Examination from DigitalDiagnost.
Create & Map a code can be performed manually OR via the RIS Query..
NOTE:
The RIS Query requires a functional RIS connection.
STEP1
Select the “master” DICOM Mapping Item:
This master DICOM Mapping Item has to be defined according to the customers requirements.
• RQ Protocol Code
• SPS Description
• RQ Procedure Code
• RQ Procedure Description
STEP2
The new Protocol Code is now in the list of codes and can be mapped to an Examination.
The indicates that the code is currently not mapped.
STEP3
ADD mapping (example: Protocol Code)
After the Protocol Code has been mapped to an Examination the screens look like this:
Make sure all relevant set-ups are performed to use the connected RIS server !!
STEP1
Select the “master” DICOM Mapping Item:
This master DICOM Mapping Item has to be defined according to the customers requirements.
STEP 2
RIS Query
Click on “RIS Query” and wait until the codes are downloaded from the RIS server.
NOTE:
Only those codes can be downloaded which are currently available for DIDI. The RIS Query needs to be
repeated until ALL codes are downloaded and mapped.
5. Import ALL codes or only the selected codes (Confirm the pop-up with: OK)
6. Proceed as locally required
confirm
= un-linked
= linked
To map the imported code
to an Examination with
double click to the
Double click Examination column:
Any code can be mapped to n-Examinations. Any Examination can be mapped by n-codes
n:n
n:n
n:n
6.1 SET-UP
The DICOM Export Filter Editor can be selected directly from the Service Tool button.
Based on the post processed image data, this special filter is designed to synchronize the HCU output and the
several outputs on different monitors (Viewing stations, i.e. Easy Vision).
The filters generic_mono1 and generic_mono2 are defaults. To create a new filter type, always use Add or
Copy to proceed. Already created filters are shown
in this list. They can be modified with Edit.
The filter names (defaults or customized filters) can
be selected later on in the DICOM archive set-up.
Edits an existing filter. It can be stored with a new name. The default filters cannot
Edit
be edited. Use the Copy function instead.
Luminescence
sliders.
NOTE
Monochrome
Selects between Monochrome 1 and 2 (in all modes except DICOM Display Standard).
This switch influences the DICOM element „Photometric Interpretation“, thus the bit representation of
the pixel data (inverse). To decide what to pick check with the vendor of the receiving station.
Normally the majority of receiving stations can handle both in which case the setting does not matter.
If the image on the receiving station appears to be black/white inverted, select the other setting.
Bit Depth
Selects the bit depth of the output. Values are 15, 12, 10 or 8 bit. Experiences show that reduction
down to 10 bit are not visible under normal viewing circumstances. However, special cases (high
zooming on small details) might require a higher bit depth. Reduction to 8 bit should be used with care
because interpolation artifacts are visible.
NOTE
Make sure to have this filter selected under DICOM Archive Nodes. Restart the system after all modifications
are finished.
Tools required:
4. Restart the system ( System / Stop / wait for the Process Control Tool and click Restart ).
9. TIC: Select “assign Test Image to Testpatient”. This is default set to active. Leave it ! 3
10. TIC: In “Image Types” select “Linearity Test” 4 and click on Create Images. 5
11. TIC: Enter the Viewer 6and print/store the image. The viewer is the same as used for patient images.
1 2 4
3 6
22. Set-Up bit depth and MONOCHROME switch (photometric interpretation) as required
(Also refer to DICOM Conformance Statement).
23. Enter the noted values ( 12.) into the slider value fields (cd/m²).
Each slider value input must be confirmed with <enter / return> !
NOTE:
The most left field represents the dark image area, the most right field represents the light image area. The
brightness slider has no influence for this filter type.
26. Make sure the new filter is also selected/activated in the related DICOM node
It is recommended to use the DICOM Display Standard or Measure Mode instead of FILM LIKE !!
NOTE:
-> After every change you have to save and restart before re-transmitting the post image.
-> On the x-axis, dark values are on the left, light values are on the right.
-> On the y-axis, dark values are at the bottom, light values are on the top.
This means, for example, to darken light areas of an image (abdomen in a lung image), move
the upper right part of the curve more down.
-> Do not change the values of the first and last slider.
3. Set the bit depth and MONOCHROME switch (photometric interpretation) according to your needs.
According to the experience so far, “good” curves kind of look like a “banana”.
After aligning the curve for a lung image all other anatomical regions should produce satisfactory results as
well.
NOTE:
It is recommended to use the DICOM Display Standard or Measure Mode instead of this filter type.
2. Now adjust the sliders so that the lung on film and on screen look similar.
3. Set the bit depth and MONOCHROME switch (photometric interpretation) according to your needs.
NOTE:
-> After every change you have to save and restart before re-transmitting the post image.
-> On the x-axis, dark values are on the left, light values are on the right.
-> On the y-axis, dark values are at the bottom, light values are on the top.
This means, for example, to darken light areas of an image (abdomen in a lung image), move
the upper right part of the curve more down.
-> Do not change the values of the first and last slider.
According to the experience so far, “good” curves kind of look like a “banana”.
After aligning the curve for a lung image all other anatomical regions should produce satisfactory results as
well.
7 DICOM WORKFLOW
Hospital
Hospital NET
NET DigitalDiagnost
DigitalDiagnost EXAMUI
storage to HIS_IN
(patient list)
BWLM
(DICOM RIS)
data storage
DataBase DIDI
PACS / ARCHIV DataBase DIDI
C-store (IMAGE) Archiver
Storage SCU
N_action request
N_event report
IMS
Workflow Manager
C_ECHO to AET (i.e. IMS) VERIFY DICOM "ping" DICOM DICOM Agent
Verification Storage Commit SCU
answer Verification SCP
SCU
D
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I
T
A
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D I A G N O S T
IDC IDC
8 TROUBLE SHOOTING
To assist in correcting problems that may occur between DigitalDiagnost and the Network some useful
references are given below. When a particular problem occurs the references are to be used in the order
given under each heading. This is to make sure that all interactions within the system are completed correctly
and therefore conflicts are eliminated.
In case of messages like: “Network Error” or “DICOM Error” or similar check all settings for Customization
Manager, DICOM Nodes, DICOM Export Filters .
If strange messages appear check also the contents of the “archive.log” and the “Append_archive.log”.
The use of DPM (DICOM Protocol Monitor) in combination with a “Sniffer” can be helpful to analyze the image
transfer and referring messages on the network.
Also use the DICOM VERIFY ! Refer to Section 3.6 (DICOM VERIFY).
LIST OF PAGES AND MODULES ...............................................MODULE CODE NUMBER: 4512 983 11821
Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Manual history............................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Getting started .............................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 Installation (license key) ............................................................................................................... 2
1 INTRODUCTION
DICOM Print is a software option of the DigitalDiagnost system Release 1.4.1 or higher. This section is focused
on the DICOM Print option for release 1.5.x.
License?
It is possible to select the scale (life = 100%, large = 86%, medium = 67%, small = 50%)
and film size (11" x 14", 14" x 17" etc.).
The Layout now includes the orientation of portrait or landscape (1x1P, 1x1L etc.).
User service
Password ************
The HCU Configuration Tool offers a number of tabs to enter different configuration screens:
• Templates
• Font Sets
• String Groups
Define the different strings to be printed on the film taken from the DiDi database.
• Printers
• General Items
See the above screen and the explanations of the next section.
Æ AutoPrint
Æ EasyPrint
1. AutoPrint
AutoPrint means that the system prints the film according to the
selected examination and the defaults within the configuration. This
function starts when an image is ‘‘confirmed’’ like today’s
DigitalDiagnost.
If the configured layout and scale can be accomplished within
the film then no other interaction is necessary, and the print job
will start in the background.
The ‘‘print preview’’ button (Verification Tool) allows the user to view
the current waiting pages.
The printed pages are removed. Changes to a page cancel any further
automatism for this page.
2. EasyPrint
EasyPrint works in exactly the same way as Auto Print with the exception that the user is always provided with print
preview either by selecting ‘‘back to patient list’’ or ‘‘print by preview’’. If the user is satisfied with the preview, a click on
the ‘‘print’’ button will initiate film printing.
Apply Same Scale only applies when configuration of ‘‘Illegal Scale Behavior’’ is set to fit to film and there
are multiple images on one film.
None Only the image that is too large for the viewport will be fitted
Fit all All Images will be fitted to their individual maximum scale
Fit to smallest All images will have the same scale.
Incomplete Page mode If the user activates ‘‘back to patient list’’ before all spaces on the page are filled, the
incomplete page mode will be adopted.
Ask, what to do The print preview will appear, so the user can make any necessary changes before
printing.
Print incomplete Sends the incomplete page for printing.
Change template Selects an appropriate template for the current number of images.
Draw Calipers Displays on the film (along all four sides) calipers of 1 cm intervals.
(calipers = ruler/scale indicators)
Invert Panning Reverses the direction in which the panning tool is orientated.
Retries Number of retries of the print job in the event of an error printing.
Default Print Scale The default print scale configuration affects only the manual composition of films (not
through auto or easy print). It determines the scale at which images are first placed
on the film before any modification that can be performed by the user.
Calibration interval (days) Times in days between the warning messages that a calibration is required for
the printer. (default: 90 days)
General items (cont’d)
The “Printer” tab enables the configuration and modification of the printers.
A screen printer is within the list of configured printers. This enables testing / training without the need to print
films. After activation of printing to the screen printer, the image will appear on part of the screen to show the
result. To activate this screen printer and make it visible for use within the user interface, follow the protection
(lock icon) instructions described in the template tab.
The set-up screen lets you enter all relevant DICOM & NETWORK values for each activated DICOM
printer to communicate with DiDi.
Procedure:
11. Last Calibration: Shows the date of the last calibration. YELLOW if status is : “Not Calibrated”
12. Media: Remove or hide all unavailable film formats, types and resolutions.
Using a high resolution media can cause in a long time to get the image printed. To make sure you use the
standard resolution media remove the high resolution media and the 12 bit media as well. There is no need to
use the high resolution except for mammo images.
• In the media list press the right mouse button to open the menu.
• Select the print media to be removed or hidden.
The “String Groups” tab enables the configuration of new and the modification of default string
groups that appear on the film.
All default string groups appear on the film in English (before an image is added).
Translation can be performed locally within this tab.
By selecting a string group and clicking “Edit”, one can modify the elements ( add, remove, move etc.) within
the string. One can “Add” new strings or duplicate, rename and modify old ones also (for protection
instructions see template tab).
Once a string group is saved, it appears in the list of all available string groups within the Add TextBox
functionality for the user and can be placed on a film.
The “Font Sets” tab controls the size and type of each font set as it appears on each film size.
The font size for each sting group is selected in the “String Groups” tab (i.e. medium, small etc.). This can be
then independently configured for each film size within this table. The family (i.e. Times New Roman) and style
(i.e. plain, bold) can also be selected.
An example of how it will appear on the film is given. Changing a font size (e.g. medium font from 8 to 10)
within a selected film size changes all strings that use that font size (medium) within the film size.
ADD
The “Templates” tab enables the construction of new and the editing of existing templates.
Systems are delivered with factory defaults that are protected from deletion and are not editable (without
unprotect).
The system also automatically protects any linked template from being deleted and renamed.
Template cannot be edited, deleted and renamed. They are factory defaults and can only be viewed.
To allow editing the protection must be removed (see below).
Template can be edited but not deleted or renamed. The lock is present due to a linkage within the
database. To rename or delete this template, the link to the examination must first be deleted.
Black text
Template can be edited, deleted and renamed. This is no link in the database.
This Template is not visible within the user interface. This is activated/deactivated by selecting the hide/unhide
button on a template that can be edited. Typically used for test templates.
Templates, which contain “-rot”, will automatically rotate all images that fit better in the opposite rotation (if they
do not fit in the configured manner).
The configuration of “Auto-rotation” can be found in the settings box via the “Edit” button.
2.2.6.1 Protect / Unprotect templates (from editing)
In order to change or delete a non-editable template them the following must be performed:
If the lock icon remains, the template is linked to an examination. Renaming or deleting is not
possible.
• When finished, return the template to the protected state by again pressing “Ctrl”, “Alt” and
“Shift” , select “Edit”. This now changes back to “View” and the template is not editable
again.
This protection mechanism also applies to the Printer tab, String tab and Font Sets tab.
With this switch activated, the number of visible templates that are presented to the user
(without the need for scrolling) can be entered.
When “Add” (new templates) or “Edit” (modify existing templates) is selected the following screen
appears:
text
Viewport 2
Viewport 1
Viewport 3
Select Page
ADD Textbox /
String
Edit
Close Template
Editor
Delete
ADD Divide
Viewport Viewport
vertically horizontally
ADD
Viewport Divide
horizontally Viewport
vertically
As the template editor is programmed to use as much of the available space on a printout as possible,
decreasing of a view ports height would automatically increase the height of the view port below in the same
column.
For re-sizing the Viewport use the resize icons from the toolbox :
All view ports of a template have a unique reference number, which is shown in the view port’s preview.
This reference number defines the order that is used for the AutoPrint functionality.
All factory default templates have four calipers on (one on each side). Each caliper can be removed
independently of each other.
A small dialog appears in which all available reference numbers are shown and active
calipers displayed.
Now the user can select the preferred number. The selected Viewport exchanges the
reference number with the Viewport that owned this number before. The user can
also activate / deactivate each caliper.
2.2.6.7 Textboxes
Textboxes are automatically filled with text, which get their content from the database. Text
boxes can either belong to a page or a Viewport. They can be moved using the arrow buttons
(Small movements are achieved by holding down the Ctrl-key).
For positioning the textbox within a Viewport use the arrows from the toolbox:
Select all
textboxes
Alignment of
all textboxes
Move by
click
Re-Size
Move via
cursor
• Select the element, which the contents belong to by clicking either on the Page or a view port.
• Press the “Add Textbox” button.
• Define the rectangle that forms the textbox:
Æ The first click in a page sets the top left point of the line.
Æ The second click sets the bottom right point and finishes the rectangle.
Æ A box appears containing the coordinates of the upper left corner can be manipulated as well as the
width or height of the textbox.
Æ The required StringGroup can be selected from the menu.
Æ Ok applies this entry to the template, cancel does not apply the string and closes the box.
• To remove a textbox select the existing textbox by clicking on it and press the
“remove” button.
• Select ”page” .
The HCU Calibration is a relevant procedure to guarantee good image quality and correct scaling. The
calibration consists of a Greylevel Calibration AND the Scale Calibration.
NOTE:
Make sure to have the DICOM CURVE selected in the connected printer !
Prints on NOT calibrated printers will use the default curve.
The Print Editor & The Print Calibration Tool can only be entered by using the service tool.
1
3
Calibration
Data Entry
4 7 6
3. Select the smallest film format. The calibration is valid for ALL formats ! (3)
4. Click on Produce Uncalibrated Image. (4) This will print the un-calibrated image on the selected printer.
(Shift + Produce Uncalibrated Image Æ Prints the Calibration Image in large size.)
5. Measure in the homogeneity area (H=horizontal bar / V= vertical bar) 5 points for each direction.
7. Enter the measured values into the Calibration Data Entry Table. Use the slider or type in directly. (5)
10. Measure the 16 values from the “Verification Image”. You may enter the values into the table below.
NOTE
The measured density values are in a range of about 0.10 and 3.00 (i.e. 10 and 300).
A measured value of 0.10 is filled in as 10. A measured value of 3.00 is filled in as 300.
The verification image is used to check / validate the calibration to be correct / within the curve ranges.
Enter the values into the validation screen:
In case of an ERROR:
WARNING:
If one or more values are marked PINK, this
could be acceptable. Please check the IQ of
the printout by using the TIC tool.
ERROR:
If one or more values are marked RED:
This is not acceptable.
3 6 5
3. Select a middle-sized film format. The once made calibration is valid for ALL film formats! (2)
4. Click on Produce Uncalibrated Image. (3) This will print the scale calibration image on the selected printer.
Image HEIGHT
(mm)
5. Measure the image WIDTH and HEIGHT of the white frame (outer borders).
9. Measure and verify the values. If they are within the tolerances Æ proceed.
If not, re-do the scale calibration.
Curve 1:
un-calibrated (default slider position)
Curve 2:
calibration/correction
(calibration image)
Curve 3:
result curve (linear) sent to the printer
(verification image)
NOTE
Special situation:
Upgrading a 1.4.1 system which formerly uses a not calibrated DICOM Printer and where the post-
processing’s have been adapted to the IQ of a not calibrated DICOM Printer.
When upgraded and calibrated, the images might appear different to the images from 1.4.1.
The post processing’s need to be re-adjusted!
There is another possible solution (but it is not recommended):
Use the printer with the default curve (no printer calibration!).
If APC (1.4.0) was restored erroneously, the Print editor / Calibration Tool crashes.
The application needs to be re-installed to cure the problem.
Ctrl + Produce Uncalibrated Image Æ Prints the circle wedge image + 16 field cal. image
Ctrl + Print Verification Image Æ Prints the circle wedge image + 16 field veri. image
Shift + Print Verification Image Æ Prints the Verification Image in large size
Shift + Produce Uncalibrated Image Æ Prints the Calibration Image in large size
Ctrl + Shift Produce Uncalibrated Image Æ Prints the circle wedge image in large size + 16 field cal. image
Ctrl + Shift Print Verification Image Æ Prints the circle wedge image in large size + 16 field veri.
Image
The main and most important image to check the print IQ is the “circle wedge” image:
NOTE
The test images are always sent as linear (non physiologic) images. They are not adapted to the human eye.
The images may look darker than those from other modalities and also darker than our own patient images.
The appearance of the DIDI TIC Tool test images (1.4.2/3) is not comparable with the PCR NUEVO test
images.
BUT:
The clipping effect can be identified easily.
Clipping = non-homogeneous grey characteristic (visible steps).
Printer queue
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Contents
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 2
1 INTRODUCTION
2 GENERAL REMARKS
For more details concerning the functionality please refer to the users manuals. This document will describe
the installation/set-up and calibration of the PCR Reader.
A reliable functionality can only be expected when the workflow described in the user manual is followed
strictly.
With DiDi Release 1.5 the integrated reader software is 1.3. During the set-up process this software is
installed on the Reader. Several file structures are established on the DIDI system, based on the IP address
of the Reader.
Never try to install any FUJI CDROM to DiDi/Compano—it will not work.
If a new SW for the Compano Reader is required from the DIDI side, a separate DIDI Installation CDROM is
delivered. The standard way is a new DIDI Application SW package, which installs the required Compano SW
image on the DIDI hard disk.
Only possible if both systems are correctly configured to establish a TELNET session via the network !
PCR MUTL
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License C
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IP
5.1.1 Installation
The mechanical & electrical installation has to be performed according to the SMI and the Release Bulletin of
the S+ reader.
Any further maintenance or service actions are to be performed via the service PC using the delivered FUJI
cdrom. This (communication-) software needs to be installed on the service laptop.
For more details also refer to the PCR ELEVA S+ Release Bulletin.
2. Enter the local S+ IP into the DIDI system via the Customization Manager.
This procedure is required to install relevant files on the DIDI and on the S+ system.
• Service Tool:
type in:
This will start the upload of the S+ Readers software including configuration.
The procedure will take about 15-30 minutes dependent on the type of workstation.
The S+ Reader calibration has to be performed according to the PCR Eleva S+ Release Bulletinn
There is no service software integrated into the DIDI system except for the required AQDS sets in the DIDI
Acceptance Tool. The Reader is usually pre-adjusted. No initial calibration is required.
According to local rules it might be required to perform acceptance tests.
These calibration procedures are to be performed by using the Service PC and the delivered FUJI service
tools (RU PC tool).
Refer to section 7.3 “Local service via Service PC” and “Compano / S+ Reader Calibration” (part of this
manual)
NOTE
In most cases it is a problem to connect to a hospital network by using “default” IPs. In addition it is expected
to have no connection due to non-matching net masks.
Therefore it is recommended to use a local network connection via a network-cross-cable to set-up the
basics.
Set-up the final IP address of the Compano by using the MUTL tool:
• From MUTL: Select 7: Software Utility Æ Temporary Settings to enter the final IP addresses in
the Compano..
0.QUIT
1. Enter 7 to select : 1.LOG
”SOFTWARE UTILITY” 2.VERSION
3.TEST
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY
5.SCANNER UTILITY
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE
9.HV OFF
>7 0.QUIT
1.DISPLAY CONFIGURATION
2.TEMPORARY SETTING
SU>2
IP names and IP addresses must match the settings made at the Compano PC !!!
It should be possible now to enter the MUTL tool via the DigitalDiagnost Service Tool by using the new
settings.
STEP 1:
If a new COMPANO software needs to be installed it needs to be transferred to DiDi first !!
An installation from CDROM directly is not possible.
STEP 2:
The second step installs the software from that directory into the COMPANO.
Æ mutl 0.QUIT
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR 1.DISPLAY VERSION
CR-IR346. 2.DETAIL
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: VER>1
[CTRL+C] [ENTER]
With Release 1.4.1 the A09 COMPANO software is already available on the DiDi hard disk !
(path: /export/home/cr-ir346/SYSTEM/COMMON )
-> mutl
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR CR-IR346.
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: [CTRL+C]
[ENTER]
0.QUIT
1.LOG
2.VERSION
3.TEST 0.QUIT
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY 1.DISPLAY VERSION
5.SCANNER UTILITY 2.DETAIL
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY ver> 2 0.QUIT
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE 1.LOAD SOFTWARE FROM FTP-SERV
9.HV OFF 2.LOAD CONFIGURATION FROM FTP-SERV
>2 3.COMPARE SOFTWARE WITH FTP-SERV
VER>DETAIL>1 0.QUIT
1.MAIN CPU IPL
2.MAIN CPU APPL
3.MAIN CPU FT
4.SUB CPU IPL
5.SUB CPU APPL
VER>DTL>LDSFT>
• It is required to install item 1 to 5 (one after the other) from that list.
• For more details concerning the PCR Reader mutl tool please refer to the COMPANO-S Release
Bulletin.
• Re-Start the COMPANO Reader
Make sure to have cleaned the reader before starting any calibration or tests.
Make sure to have stored all scanner data.
Results:
CENTER MEDIAN:
Reference Value:
Dose Limits
Expected pixel value *
[mR] [μGy]
0,60 5.22 1821 1750-1890
0,70 6.09 1889 1830-1950
0,80 6.96 1949 1890-2000
0,90 7.83 2001 1950-2050
1,00 8.70 2048 2000-2090
1,10 9.57 2090 2050-2130
1,20 10.44 2129 2090-2160
1,30 11.31 2165 2130-2190
1,40 12.18 2198 2160-2230
1,50 13.05 2228 2190-2250
1,60 13.92 2257 2220-2280
1,70 14.79 2284 2250-2300
1,80 15.66 2309 2280-2330
1,90 16.53 2333 2300-2350
2,00 17.40 2356 2330-2370
(*) Pixelvalue log( Dose[mR])+ 2 ) * 1024
Horizontal Shading:
A
Shown are the delta values for: C-B / D-C
Tolerance: +/- 25
NOTE
The Vertical Shading is influenced by the anode shadow and will not be corrected by the scanner calibration.
If the measured values are not within the limits, the calibration has to be repeated.
7.1.2.1 S+ Reader
Connect the service PC to via a network switch between DIDI and the S+ Reader. In most cases the Reader
should be disconnected from the hospitals network to avoid interferences (IP conflicts) or unknown IPs /
MACs.
On the service PC enter the RU PC Tool and access the MUTL tool to access the Scanner data.
-> mutl
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR CR-IR346.
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: [CTRL+C]
[ENTER]
0.QUIT 0.QUIT
1.LOG 1.INITIALIZE
2.VERSION 2.POLYGON
3.TEST 3.LASER
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY 4.SAVE INITIAL LDIF
5.SCANNER UTILITY 5.HV STATUS
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY 6.HV ON/OFF
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY 7.HV DATA
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE 8.FORMAT
9.HV OFF 9.SHADING / SENSITIVITY
>5 10.DATA MANAGEMENT
11.DIAGNOSTIC
12.VIRTUAL IMAGE 0.QUIT
SCN>10 1.SAVE SCN DATA FROM RAM TO FLASH&FTP-SERV
2.LOAD SCN DATA FROM FTP-SERV TO RAM&FLASH
3.DISPLAY SCN DATA ETC
SCN>DTM>3
0.QUIT
1.DISPLAY CURRENT DATA
2.DISPLAY CURRENT ERROR DATA
3.CONFIRM SAVED FILE LIST
SCN>DTM>DISP>1
0.QUIT
1.DISPLAY CURRENT DATA
• Note (current) down the values for: 2.DISPLAY CURRENT ERROR DATA
3.CONFIRM SAVED FILE LIST
HVDATA:______________ SCN>DTM>DISP>0
HVCNT :______________
0.QUIT
1. OFF
• Wait until the polygon calculation is finished…beep beep… 2. ON
0.QUIT
1.SHADING/POLYGON CORRECTION
SCN>SS>col 2
2.CALCULATION
3.SENSITIVITY DATA
4.HV DATA
5.PMT DATA
SCN>SS>2
0.QUIT
1.SHADING,POLYGON CORRECTION AND
SENSITIVITY
2.SHADING AND POLYGON
3.POLYGON ONLY
4.SENSiTIVITY ONLY
SCN>SS>CAL 4
• Enter the measured dose (in mR) and press <ENTER>
to confirm
• Keep the MUTL window open for later use !!!
• Enter again the Image Quality Tool
Æ PCR Calibration / Homogeneity
Æ Select “Calibration” Æ Examination (PCR80KV) INPUT DOSAGE VALUE: (0.5-9.99
• Place the cassette with green label to anode ………
• Use the same parameters as in “Sensitivity” (PCR80KV).
• X-RAY the plate COMMAND IS IN PROGRESS
• Wait 10 minutes: Read OUT INTERRUPT: HIT (^C) + ENTER KEY
• It is not required to view the image.
The data has been calculated/stored by the reader automatically.
Wait until RESULT is OK. This is shown very shortly!!
• Quit the menus
-> mutl
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR CR-IR346.
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: [CTRL+C]
[ENTER]
0.QUIT
1.LOG
2.VERSION
3.TEST
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY
5.SCANNER UTILITY
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY 0.QUIT
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE 1.INITIALIZE
9.HV OFF 2.POLYGON
3.LASER
>5
4.SAVE INITIAL LDIF
5.HV STATUS
6.HV ON/OFF
7.HV DATA
8.FORMAT
9.SHADING / SENSITIVITY
10.DATA MANAGEMENT
11.DIAGNOSTIC
12.VIRTUAL IMAGE
SCN>10
0.QUIT
1.SAVE SCN DATA FROM RAM TO FLASH&FTP-SERV
2.LOAD SCN DATA FROM FTP-SERV TO RAM&FLASH
3.DISPLAY SCN DATA ETC
SCN>DTM> 3
0.QUIT
1.DISPLAY CURRENT DATA
2.DISPLAY CURRENT ERROR DATA
MP :000149 / RCNT:000378 / NCNT :001211 / HVCNT:000xxx 3.CONFIRM SAVED FILE LIST
PMTK:001724 / SAIP:000000 / SMD :000001 / SCN>DTM>DISP>1
PIXO:000177 / FRQO:000002 / PIXS :-00028 / FRQS :000011
TMP :000152 / TML :000001 / HVDATA:000yyy /
Xe :000010 / ERSMAX:000000
RESULT : OK
They should be in a range of about 500. If relevant differences are shown, Re-boot the reader and re-do the
measurements.
HVDATA:______________
HVCNT :______________
-> mutl
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR CR-IR346.
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: [CTRL+C]
[ENTER]
0.QUIT
1.LOG
2.VERSION
3.TEST
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY
5.SCANNER UTILITY
0.QUIT
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
1.INITIALIZE
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY
2.POLYGON
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE
3.LASER
9.HV OFF
4.SAVE INITIAL LDIF
>5 5.HV STATUS
6.HV ON/OFF
7.HV DATA
8.FORMAT
9.SHADING / SENSITIVITY
10.DATA MANAGEMENT
11.DIAGNOSTIC
12.VIRTUAL IMAGE
SCN>10
0.QUIT
1.SAVE SCN DATA FROM RAM TO FLASH&FTP-SERV
2.LOAD SCN DATA FROM FTP-SERV TO RAM&FLASH
3.DISPLAY SCN DATA ETC
SCN>DTM>1
Æ 1. ALL
ARE YOU SURE TO SAVE ALL SCANNER DATA ?
Æ 1. YES
The process may last 3 – 180 seconds . Do not interrupt until finished.
RESULT: OK should appear.
This saves the scanner data to the following directory on the DiDi system:
/export/home/cr-ir346/SYSTEM/ru0/MACHINE
7.1.2.6 Save the scanner data from DiDi hard disk to CD-R
COMPANO Reader:
open a commandtool
cd9 /export/home/cr-ir346/SYSTEM/ru0/MACHINE
cp9*9-r9 /export/home/SABRE/TRANSFER
S+ Reader
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction ................................................................................................................................. 2
1.1 Manual history............................................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Software CDROMs 1.5: ................................................................................................................ 2
1.3 What is new ? ............................................................................................................................... 2
2 Compatibility ............................................................................................................................... 3
3 Solved Problems......................................................................................................................... 4
6 Nice to know.............................................................................................................................. 14
1 INTRODUCTION
Factory systems are delivered with the installed Release including customization and basic set-ups.
Existing systems can be upgraded directly from 1.4.x to 1.5.x. Backups can be restored from 1.4.1 even when
created on another workstation (≠ hostID).
Required hardware/firmware:
Options:
2 COMPATIBILITY
ONLY Release 1.4.x systems can be directly upgraded to Release 1.5
Former Releases need to be upgraded first to Release 1.4.x
Backups:
Backups 1.3.x can be restored only on the same workstation.
Backups 1.4.x can be restored on another workstation with some restrictions.
Backups 1.5.x can be restored on another workstation.
U10 : Backup-Restore from CDROM possible
Some SUN Blades workstation (red & silver) are delivered with an OBP (Open Boot Prom) version ≤ 4.17.1.
With release 1.5 an OBP Flash cdrom is delivered. The flash procedure needs to be performed before any new
application software is installed.
The new OBP version makes type7 keyboards and a number of memory types compatible.
The TH-S table is delivered with the new TH-S controller board. In the 1.5 environments the table is CAN-
controlled. It than requires FW level 2.0.x
Existing systems with TH-S tables, which are not CAN controlled, can also be upgraded to 1.5. This THS
controller needs FW 1.0.x.
VM horizontal motorized
3 SOLVED PROBLEMS
The change of the system language does not clean patient list & queues anymore.
Instead:
Change the “Device Serial Number” (temporary)
Re-Start
Change it back to original
Re-Start
• VeriTool crash
Finally solved.
• TIC Tool
Can now send images to PACS (via DICOM) without DICOM Print license.
SMPTE image available!
• Small objects not handled correctly when sent to PACS (smaller/not centered)
Workflow improved.
Officially tested & released printer prototype files (.xml) can be copied manually to this directory.
This directory is part of the backup process.
4 KNOWN RESTRICTIONS
Workarround:
We need to receive the old (1.4.x) Backup from the upgrade site to check & repair it
in a way that it can be restored to 1.5. Some files might not be recovered. A report
of un-recovered database entries will be generated.
• Send to PCR
Does not work with PCR ELEVA systems.
• TYPE 7 Keyboard & Blade 2500 SILVER is not compatible with Barcode Reader Option
When the Barcode Reader Option is installed the TYPE 7 USB keyboard is not fully compatible:
Workaround: System boot while Barcode Reader is disconnected. The Barcode Reader could be
connected/disconnected directly at the TYPE 7 keyboard. (Identify Type7 keyboards: They have a
separate USB port).
• TYPE 7 Keyboard
USB stick cannot be used at the keyboards USB ports. If done so, remove the USB stick and re-
start the system. Only use the USB ports at the backplane.
The magnification function (shift-“Print”) does not work. The Calibration & Verification image can
only be printed in small size. This is sufficient for the calibration/verification.
• Auto Stitching
Ruler may cause memory/ghost structures when a number of images are taken.
To avoid this, it is required to wait a little longer to proceed with the next exposures.
• Finish language
De-installation of the finish language can be incomplete. A re-installation of the application package
OR the restore the database will cure it.
5.1 INSTALLATION
This cdrom contains an OBP flash procedure to update SUN BLADES (red & silver)
to OBP version 4.17.1. (Only valid for DIDI Rel. 1.3.x/1.4.x).
Problems solved:
- Memory compatibility
- Type7 keyboards compatibility
Procedure:
This cdrom needs to be installed as an Extension Level.
1. Insert cdrom
2. Enter the Installation Manager
3. Select: "(8) Add Install Extension Level"
Within some minutes the OBP is flashed and the system is restarting.
During restart the OBP version is displayed. It is now 4.17.1
Note:
This Extension Level is not installed within the Application SW.
It performs the flash process and then disappears.
In case of a another software re-installation it is not required to re-flash !!
User service
Password ************
Exit the Service Tool & Logout the application software from the Status Bar & login as “install”
User install
Password ************
The following description is only relevant if a COMPANO Reader is connected to the DigitalDiagnost
system.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
ONLY use the described sequence below to upgrade the Reader software.
The upgrade via the Installation Manager cannot be used !!!
• Service Tool: Select “PCR Reader MUTL”. This will start a TELNET session.
Æ mutl 0.QUIT
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR 1.DISPLAY VERSION
CR-IR346. 2.DETAIL
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: VER>1
[CTRL+C] [ENTER]
0.QUIT
CR-IR346RU Application Software :
1.LOG 114Y5436002A10
2.VERSION
3.TEST
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY 1.1.1.1.1 Software Resource Version
5.SCANNER UTILITY MAIN CPU IPL : Z45N
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY MAIN CPU APPL : Z45N5
8.BACKUP MEMORY SUB CPU IPL : Z45N
INITIALIZE SUB CPU APPL : Z45N
9.HV OFF
SCN CPU APPL : Z45N
>2
5.1.3.2 Install the COMPANO software from the DigitalDiagnost hard disk.
• Service Tool: Select “PCR Reader MUTL”. This will start a TELNET session.
-> mutl
MAINTENANCE UTILITY FOR CR-IR346.
Escape INPUT/AUTO mode: [CTRL+C]
[ENTER]
0.QUIT
1.LOG
2.VERSION
3.TEST
4.ELECTORICAL UTILITY
5.SCANNER UTILITY
6.MECHANICAL UTILITY
7.SOFTWARE UTILITY
8.BACKUP MEMORY INITIALIZE
9.HV OFF
>2
0.QUIT
1.DISPLAY VERSION 0.QUIT
2.DETAIL 1.LOAD SOFTWARE FROM FTP-SERV
ver> 2 2.LOAD CONFIGURATION FROM FTP-SERV
3.COMPARE SOFTWARE WITH FTP-SERV
VER>DETAIL>1 0.QUIT
1.MAIN CPU IPL
2.MAIN CPU APPL
3.MAIN CPU FT
4.SUB CPU IPL
5.SUB CPU APPL
VER>DTL>LDSFT>
• It is required to install item 1 to 5 (one after the other) from that list.
• For more details concerning the PCR Reader mutl tool please refer to the Reader Release Bulletins.
• Quit the mutl tool
• Re-Start the PCR Reader !
5.2.1 Installation
The mechanical & electrical installation has to be performed according to the SMI and the Release Bulletin of the
S+ reader.
Any further maintenance or service actions are to be performed via the service PC using the delivered FUJI
cdrom. This (communication-) software needs to be installed on the service laptop.
For more details refer to the PCR ELEVA Release Bulletin.
2. Enter the local S+ IP into the DIDI system via the Customization Manager.
• Service Tool:
Æ changeUpdateTime(3600) <return>
Æ install(“Install.lst”) <return>
This will start the upload of the S+ Readers software including configuration.
The procedure will take about 15-30 minutes dependent on the workstation.
6 NICE TO KNOW
Emergency shutdown & re-start
This key combination shuts-down & re-starts the system at any time.
Stop + a is blocked during normal operation. Only while the system is booting (shortly after switch ON)
it can be used.
Every time a Backup is re-stored a “Recovery Point” is created by the system automatically. It reverts to
it when the re-store could not be completed successfully. The system can create up to 5 Recovery
Points. When the fifth RP is reached, the user is forced to set a Master Recovery Point.
From the Backup/Restore menu it is possible to set a Master Recovery Point manually.
Only ONE MRP is possible when ever necessary the user can revert to that MRP.
When the system software may not start-up or crashes, it re-boots automatically up to five times.
If this is not successful a menu is shown to give you three choices to proceed:
1. Login as service:
This opens the remote service menu and gives some additional changes to solve the problem or to save
several log-files.
Clear Calibration