PX 231 (Series) Operator Manual

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PX Products
Operator Manual
October 2005
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PX Products Operator Manual Proprietary Information 8100-10809-OM, Rev. 04
Preface
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L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems has made all reasonable efforts to ensure the information in this manual
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is accurate and complete. L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems shall not be held liable for any technical or
editorial errors or omissions contained herein, or for incidental, special or consequential damages concerning the furnishing or
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Regulations and Safety

This equipment produces ionizing X-radiation when energized. Do not operate the system without reading and
understanding this manual in its entirety.
This system complies with the following U.S. Federal Regulations applicable at the time of manufacture:
The Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968, as amended
FAA 14 CFR 108.17 Use of X-ray System
FAA 14 CFR 108.20 Use of Explosives Detection Systems
FAA 14 CFR 129.26 Use of X-ray System
CDRH 21 CFR 1020.40 Cabinet X-ray Systems
This system also meets the U.K. DfT User Requirements for X-ray Screening Equipment, Version 1 and all U.K. health and
safety regulations. Being a Certified Cabinet X-ray System, various country, state and local regulations may apply to its use.
Different regulations may apply depending on the operational location of the system. Local licensing may be required. It is
the responsibility of the user to adhere to all applicable regulations and licensing requirements. It is L-3 Communications,
Security & Detection Systems’ responsibility to manufacture and maintain the system within applicable regulatory
requirements.
This system has been designed to meet CSA 114/UL 187, CSA/UL 61010-1, and applicable European CE directives.
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration requires an annual radiation survey of all cabinet X-ray Systems in use at U.S.
airports. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain an approved radiation survey. If desired, you may contact L-3
Communications, Security & Detection Systems Customer Support for assistance.
Due to certification requirements, the system must be installed, maintained and relocated only by L-3 Communications,
Security & Detection Systems-trained and L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems-certified Field
Service/Customer Support Representatives. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. There are potentially dangerous high
voltages inside. Do not attempt to gain access to the subassemblies inside the Mainframe or Operator Console.
Never allow anyone to ride the Conveyor Belt. Be aware of the normal mechanical hazards of moving conveyor
components at both ends of the Conveyor System.
Do not allow placement of any part of the body through the lead curtains located at the ends of the Conveyor System
Tunnel with the X-rays energized. An X-ray hazard could result.
Do not operate the system with torn or missing tunnel lead curtain strips. An X-ray hazard could result.
If you have any questions concerning regulatory or safety issues, contact your L-3 Communications, Security & Detection
Systems Customer Support Representative.
WARNING:
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment
may be impaired.
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Table of Contents ROLL

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1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................. 1
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2.1 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS ...........................................................................................................................
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2.2 PANEL INTERLOCKS ......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.3 OPERATOR SENSOR.......................................................................................................................................... 7
3. SYSTEM OPERATION.................................................................................................................................... 9
3.1 SYSTEM INSPECTION ...................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 OPERATING THE SYSTEM ............................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.1 Start-Up.................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2.2 Operator Interface ................................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.3 Conveyor Control..................................................................................................................................... 19
3.2.4 Inspection ................................................................................................................................................. 20
3.2.5 Power-Down ............................................................................................................................................ 22
4. OPTIONS ......................................................................................................................................................... 23
4.1 THREAT IMAGE PROJECTION (TIP) ................................................................................................................ 24
4.1.1 Terminology Used .................................................................................................................................... 24
4.1.2 Privilege Levels........................................................................................................................................ 25
4.1.3 TIP Functions........................................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.4 Logging On .............................................................................................................................................. 26
4.1.5 Review Mode and Screener Mode Functions ........................................................................................... 27
4.1.6 Operator Response Options ..................................................................................................................... 30
4.1.7 Feedback .................................................................................................................................................. 32
4.1.8 Logging Off .............................................................................................................................................. 32
4.2 IMAGE ARCHIVING ........................................................................................................................................ 33
4.3 OPERATOR ASSIST ......................................................................................................................................... 34
4.3.1 The “OnePress Color Removal” Option.................................................................................................. 34
4.3.2 The “Dynamic Window” Option.............................................................................................................. 34
4.4 IF (OPTIONAL) NETWORK SUPERVISOR WORKSTATION IS CONNECTED ........................................................ 35
4.4.1 Logging On .............................................................................................................................................. 35
4.4.2 X-ray Machine User Interface.................................................................................................................. 36
5. ERROR MESSAGES ...................................................................................................................................... 39
6. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................. 41
INDEX........................................................................................................................................................................ 43
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FIGURE 1: FOLD-DOWN CONSOLE CONTROLS & INDICATORS .........................................................................................4
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FIGURE 7: TIP LOGON SCREEN #2 .................................................................................................................................26
FIGURE 8: TOOLBAR WITH REVIEW MODE ICON ............................................................................................................27
FIGURE 9: SAMPLE REVIEW MODE SCREEN ...................................................................................................................28
FIGURE 10: INTERFACE SCREEN WITH TIP ACTIVATED .................................................................................................29
FIGURE 11: FEEDBACK...................................................................................................................................................32
FIGURE 12: PX LOGON SCREEN #1 ................................................................................................................................35
FIGURE 13: PX LOGON SCREEN #2 ................................................................................................................................36
FIGURE 14: TOOLBAR WITH REJECT ICON – NETWORK SUPERVISOR WORKSTATION ACTIVATED ..............................36
List of Tables
TABLE 1: CONVEYOR CONTROL AREA INDICATORS AND BUTTONS ................................................................................5
TABLE 2: VOLTAGE WARM-UP PERIODS ........................................................................................................................11
TABLE 3: DFT TIP MESSAGES .......................................................................................................................................31
TABLE 4: PX ERROR CODES ..........................................................................................................................................40
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1. Introduction
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Systems. The intended audience is personnel responsible for baggage and package inspection.
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PX Detection Systems are sophisticated inspection systems for hand-carried baggage and packages.
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2. System Description
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The Mainframe houses the electrical Power Distribution unit, X-ray Control electronics, X-ray Source, VE
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Detector Array, System Electronics, the System Computer, Inspection Tunnel and Conveyor. It
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collects data by scanning the item to be inspected with X-rays. The resulting data is then analyzed, and
an image of the item is displayed on the Monitor.
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The X-ray Source contains the X-ray Tube and associated High-Voltage Power Supply (HVPS). The NT
X-ray Tube, under the control of system and X-ray control electronics, generates a fan-beam of X-rays
that penetrate the item under inspection as it passes through the inspection tunnel. X-rays are On when
a.) the photocell beam is interrupted or “broken,” and b.) the conveyor starts.
The Inspection Tunnel is a lead-lined metal enclosure within which the item being inspected is
X-rayed. Lead curtains cover both ends of the tunnel to limit the effects of X-ray scatter. The system
uses photocells mounted in the tunnel walls to determine when a bag or package enters the tunnel.
These photocells then signal the system to turn on the X-rays. At the same time, the amber X-ray
“ON” lights located at both ends of the Mainframe, and an indicator on the Fold-Down Console, are
illuminated.
The Conveyor moves items to be inspected through the inspection tunnel. The conveyor assembly
consists of a supporting frame at each end, a belt, and power roller assembly. The Operator controls
the conveyor.
An L-shaped Detector Array covers two sides of the inspection tunnel. Items are inspected as they are
carried by the conveyor through the X-ray fan-beam. The resulting X-ray attenuation is detected by the
array. The digitized detector data is then passed to a high-speed computer for analysis.
The Operator Console (Fold-Down or Remote) consists of a Power On/Power Off Keyswitch,
Conveyor Control area and a Touchpad. The Operator uses these to apply power to the system, control
the conveyor and to analyze images.
The Display Monitor (Top-mounted or Remote) is an SVGA monitor with graphics adapter hardware
capable of 256 simultaneous colors at 1280 x 1024 resolution. To adjust the monitor’s brightness,
contrast, etc., refer to the manufacturer’s manual provided with your system.

2.1 Controls and Indicators

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Lamps are lit whenever the system is powered ON. The amber ‘X-ray On’ lamps are lit when the
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all X-ray generation and stops the conveyor. To release the emergency stop condition, twist the cap in
the direction of the arrows. Normal operation resumes once a conveyor button is pressed.
The Operator Console (Figure 1 and Figure 2) consists of three major areas: the Power On/Power Off
Keyswitch, the Conveyor Control area and the Touchpad. The Operator uses the Keyswitch to apply
power to the system, the Touchpad to select various image-processing functions, and the Conveyor
Control buttons to start and stop the conveyor. The Operator can manipulate the displayed images with
the various imaging tools described in detail in Section 3.2.2.
Photocell
Indicator Touchpad
Power ON/OFF Conveyor Control &

Keyswitch Decision Buttons
Figure 1: Fold-Down Console Controls & Indicators
Power ON/OFF
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Photocell
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Touchpad
Conveyor Control &

Decision Buttons
Figure 2: Remote Console Controls & Indicators
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Power On/Power Off Keyswitch

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to the System. The key cannot be removed when the Keyswitch is in the ON position. Turning the
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key counterclockwise (OFF position) removes power from the System and the key can be removed.
The shut-down process takes approximately two minutes to complete.
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Touchpad
The Touchpad is located in the right portion of the console. A large touch-sensitive glass pad is
provided as the primary image-control mechanism during operation. The Operator uses his/her
finger to slide about the surface and thereby select different imaging functions.
Conveyor Control Area

The Conveyor Control Area is located in the left portion of the console. See Table 1 for a
description of the indicators and buttons.
Table 1: Conveyor Control Area Indicators and Buttons

Description Function
INDICATORS
Power On Indicator This indicator is illuminated when the Power On/Power Off Keyswitch
is in the ON position and the Main Power Circuit Breaker is ON.
Tunnel Entrance These indicators are connected to the photocells at both ends of the
Photocell Indicator inspection tunnel. When illuminated (which one depends on the
configuration), an object has entered the inspection tunnel to be X-rayed,
or is exiting out of the tunnel.
X-ray On Indicator This indicator is illuminated whenever the system is producing

X-radiation.
BUTTONS
Pressing the Red EMERGENCY STOP button* immediately terminates
all X-ray generation and stops the conveyor. To release the Emergency
Stop condition, pull out the button.
*Remote Console only
Forward, Conveyor These pushbuttons move the conveyor in a forward or reverse direction.
Stop and Reverse The forward direction is determined by the ‘Standard’ or ‘Alternate’
(Configurable) console configuration selected in the Configuration menu. Items moving
through the inspection tunnel in either direction are scanned by the
system.
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authorized personnel. Otherwise, serious injury may
occur.
If an access panel is opened by L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems-trained service
personnel or by an authorized supervisor, a mechanical interlock is automatically activated. As a
result, X-ray production is disabled and system conveyor movement is halted. Once a panel interlock
is activated, it must be reset by replacing the panel. After the panel is replaced, the system may resume
normal operation after a conveyor button is pressed.

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Operator Console. Stepping away from the Operator Console stops the conveyor and ceases Ball X-ray NT
generation. The Toolbar is covered by an error message. Once the Operator steps back into position,
the message is removed and the system resumes normal operation.
NOTE:
Use of an Operator Sensor is a requirement of the U.S.
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3.1 System Inspection

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# Check the integrity of the main power cable.
# Check the integrity of the conveyor belt. In particular, there must be no wear and tear on the
edges of the conveyor belt.
# Keep the Conveyor Belt clean and free of baggage tags, tape, etc.
# Check the integrity of the X-ray curtains at the entrance and exit of the tunnel. They must not
be torn or show excessive wear. (The curtains can be cleaned with glass-cleaning liquid or
household-cleaning liquid, if necessary.)
# Clean the Console Touchpad using glass-cleaning liquid. Spray the cleaner on a towel first,
and then wipe the Touchpad with the dampened cloth.
# Report any deficiencies to L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems Customer
Support.

3.2 Operating the System

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NOTE:
The Inspection Tunnel must be clear during Start-up.
1. Insert the Power Key into the Power On/Off Keyswitch and turn it clockwise to the ON position.
If an Operator Sensor (Photocell or Mat) is included with the system, the Operator must be at
the Operator Console during the entire start-up sequence. Otherwise, the sequence will be
interrupted and a system error message will appear on the monitor screen:
Operator out of Position
Press Center Console Button to Terminate. Left, Right Button to Restart
If the Operator steps away from the sensor during the inspection process, the following message
will appear:
14: Operator Sensor Interlock
Please return to the normal operating position
2. Wait for Initialization and Verification to be completed. Follow all onscreen instructions.
Initialization
At power-on, the Windows Operating System will start, and then the system initialization
process begins. The time it takes for initialization varies, and is largely dependent on the
system’s state prior to the start-up process. Initialization usually takes about two minutes to
complete, but can take up to six minutes if the system has been unused for a long time.
NOTE:
If the system does not become active after six minutes or
if system verification fails, turn OFF power, wait one
minute and begin again. If the power-up cycle fails a
second time, contact L-3 Communications, Security &
Detection Systems-trained Support Personnel.
The eight-step voltage warm-up period is illustrated in Table 2 below:
Table 2: Voltage Warm-up Periods

Period of Non-use Voltage Warm-up (sec.’s)
< 3 hours 0
3 hrs – 48 hrs 2
48 hrs – 1 week 5
1 week – 1 month 15
+> 1 month 40
Thus, maximum of 40 seconds x 8 = 320 sec.’s or ≈ 5 minutes

The system will automatically boot to the detection system software. A gray box will appear at
the bottom of the monitor screen, displaying the following messages in sequence:
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Running System Verification Tests
Use ESTOP to terminate
X-ray power supply stabilizing

Please Wait
Taking Air Sample

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Processing Air Data

Please wait
Verification
At this point, the system automatically performs a series of diagnostics to check and verify
system operation. After all tests have been executed, the *Interface Screen appears (see Figure
3, next page).
*NOTE:
For systems using the Threat Image Projection (TIP)
option, use the log on procedure described in Chapter 4,
Section 4.1.4.
For systems using the Network Supervisor Workstation

(NSW) option, see Chapter 4, Section 4.4.1.
Note:
If System Verification fails or if a Bad Air Sample is
taken, an error message will appear at the bottom of the
screen. Follow the onscreen instructions.

3.2.2 Operator Interface

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Name L in
the top-left corner and an Icon Toolbar along the bottom (see Figure 3). As items passNthrough the
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system, an image will either scroll to the center of the screen or remain at the edge of the screen –
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depending upon how the machine is configured. For example, Stop Mode centers the image, while
Continuous Mode does not.
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Icon Toolbar
Figure 3: Sample Operator Interface
Icon Toolbar
The Icon Toolbar typically contains 15 icons on start-up, but may have as many as 18 depending on
the system configuration. Each icon represents a specific mode or imaging function that can be
activated or deactivated. All available icons have a raised gray, 3-Dimensional appearance.
There are three basic icon categories: Zoom icons, which provide image magnification; Image Mode
icons, which select the basic display mode; and Image Enhancement icons, which perform additional
image processing functions on the basic image mode. Note that certain image modes may temporarily
disable some image enhancement features.
The Operator selects an individual icon by moving a finger across the bottom portion of the Touchpad
until the desired icon is highlighted (appearing “pressed in”) on the display, and then lifting his/her
finger. All or none of the Image Enhancement icons may be activated at any time. In the case of Zoom
and Image Mode, only one may be selected at a time (e.g., Trimat and Gray Scale cannot work
simultaneously).

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desired icon for a pre-determined time (1–10 seconds) will cause a small yellow text box to appear (see
‘GRAY SCALE’ in Figure 4 below). Lifting your finger causes the box to be removed. Sliding your
finger from one icon to the next after an initial box has appeared will cause the next corresponding text
box to appear.
If an icon is not available to the Operator or has been disabled (see ‘REJECT’), it appears grayed-out
(flat, with no contrast). Sliding over or selecting the icon will have no effect. An icon may be
unavailable or disabled because another icon has been selected (see that ‘LO/MED/HI CONT’ is
unavailable because ‘TRIMAT’ is selected).
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original magnification. When 8x or 16x is selected, the
indicated region is visible at eight or sixteen times the
original magnification, respectively.
1. To use direct zoom, slide your finger over the lower portion of the Touchpad to select the
desired magnification level on the Toolbar. If the system was previously in a high
magnification mode, the image will return to 1x in order to allow the Operator to select the area
of interest. A Zoom Box will appear in the center of the screen.
2. Move your finger about the upper portion of the Touchpad to place the Zoom Box around the
desired area on the screen.
3. Lift your finger. Once your finger is lifted, the selected area will be immediately magnified. A
small window box will display at the upper-right corner of the screen when the image is
zoomed. It contains a thumbnail image of the whole screen and a cyan color box that shows
which part of the screen is currently zoomed. When a finger moves around the Touchpad, the
cyan color box also moves to reflect the position of the zoom window. All other icons behave
according to their function while in a zoom mode, allowing image analysis functions on a
focused section of the item.
Note: De-select Contrast Windowing to use the Touchpad to move the cyan box around the
Thumbnail window and, therefore, zoom a different area.
Continuous Zoom: The presence of one or both of these ‘magnifying
glass’ icons in the Toolbar means that the Continuous Zoom feature has
been enabled. When the Operator uses Continuous Zoom, he/she first
selects the desired icon from the toolbar and then lifts his/her finger.
1. Select Zoom In (+) and lift your finger. A rectangular box appears over the screen’s center.
Place a finger on the upper portion of the screen to move the box around, and then lift your
finger. This causes a.) the selected area to be magnified by two times, b.) a Thumbnail window
to appear in the upper-right corner of the screen, and c.) the (1x) icon to change appearance.
Placing a finger on the (+) icon will cause the image to be magnified by a factor of two each
time it is selected (i.e., 2x $ 4x $ 8x up to 64x).
Note: De-select Contrast Windowing to use the Touchpad to move the cyan box around the
Thumbnail window and, therefore, zoom a different area.
2. If Zoom Out (–) is selected and the finger is then lifted, the image size immediately decreases by
a factor of two. To return to a 1x view, select the numbered icon (2x, 4x, 8x…) and then lift
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in green; and metallic objects are displayed in blue.
Because explosive materials and narcotics are essentially organic in their composition,
the Trimat mode may assist the Operator in evaluating some potential threats.
However, many innocuous materials (such as foodstuffs) are also organic in nature. All
Image Enhancement functions except Contrast are available in this mode.
Organic Stripping: Use of this image mode results in all organic materials being
stripped away from the displayed image, leaving visible only mixed (inorganic) and/or
metallic materials. All Image Enhancement functions except Contrast are available in
this mode.
Inorganic Stripping: Use of this image mode strips away all inorganic materials,
leaving only organic materials visible on the display screen. Contrast Windowing is
available. All Image Enhancement functions except Contrast are available in this mode.
Gray-Scale: In this mode, the item being inspected is displayed in 240 shades of gray,
representing the attenuation of each pixel. All Image Enhancement functions, including
Contrast, are available in this mode.
PseudoColor: This option can be configured into the system as a function of the
screening process. It may appear as an added icon in the toolbar. Selecting this icon
displays the contents of the item being inspected using an extremely high contrast to
accentuate differences in material density. It uses a range of colors to display objects of
dissimilar density, rather than shades of the same color. This may make it easier to
distinguish between objects that look similar in Gray-Scale. All Image Enhancement
functions, except Contrast Windowing, are available in this mode.

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Contrast Windowing: This feature activates a ‘dynamic contrast’ or continuously
variable contrast adjustment mode. By sliding a finger left and right on the Touchpad,
the Operator Console adjusts the contrast lower and higher respectively. Selecting the
icon again restores the image to its normal contrast state and disables the feature.
Contrast Windowing is not available in PseudoColor mode.
Edge Enhancement: Edge Enhancement is generally used to better determine the
shapes of objects in a complex image, allowing them to be identified more readily.
Selecting this icon sharpens the image to improve the definition of objects and helps to
identify borders of objects.
Reverse Video: Inverts the Gray-scale of the entire image. For example, in
Gray-Scale mode, whites are replaced with blacks and vice-versa. Selecting the icon
again restores the image to its original state.

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Mark Threat (Optional): This feature permits the user to mark an area (or areas) of the
image that he/she believes is suspicious. This marking may help in drawing attention to
a particular region of interest so that further investigation and interpretation of the image
may be made. (The image may be printed or sent to another user for further analysis.)
First, select the icon. A purple “boundary box” will be displayed around the object.
Next, place your finger at a point on the Touchpad that corresponds with the desired
image area that you deem suspicious. From this point, lift your finger to set a starting
point for your “Mark Threat” box. Place your finger back down and slide it left, right,
up or down to “draw” a blue box around that area. Lift your finger. The Mark Threat
box is set. (You may place as many Mark Threat boxes over an image as you see fit.)
Note: The purple Boundary Box will not permit a Mark Threat box to be to be drawn or
resized outside its border.
In order to remove a Boundary Box, all Mark Threat Boxes must be removed first.
To remove an inserted Mark Threat box, select the icon first. Then, slide your finger
around the Touchpad until the blue cursor touches a blue Mark Threat box. The border
will immediately turn green. Lifting your finger removes the box.
Printer (Optional): If this icon is present in the Toolbar, the Operator may select it any
time the conveyor is stopped to print the current screen image. It is grayed-out when the
conveyor is moving.
Note:
To assist in icon selection, a blue arrow will appear
onscreen if the Operator’s finger location on the
Touchpad strays outside the icon activation range. This
cursor will only be displayed if the upper portion of the
Touchpad is unused at the time. If another cursor is
active (e.g., Zoom) or if Contrast Windowing is enabled,
the arrow will not appear.

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3. Press the REVERSE pushbutton to move the conveyor in the opposite direction.
If the conveyor is stopped before the inspection is complete, re-scanning is required. This
function can be performed as follows:
# Manual Option (preferred): Press the conveyor FORWARD button to restart the belt.
After the item has exited the tunnel completely, remove it and place it back on the belt at
the tunnel entrance to re-scan.
# Reverse Scan Option (alternative): Press the conveyor FORWARD button until the item
has exited the tunnel completely. Stop the belt and press the conveyor REVERSE button
to scan the item in the reverse direction.
4. To stop the conveyor and cease X-ray generation immediately in an emergency, press a red
EMERGENCY STOP button. To release the EMERGENCY STOP condition and resume conveyor
operation, turn the EMERGENCY STOP button in the direction of the arrows, then press the
FORWARD or REVERSE button on the Console.

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Stop Mode (configurable):

If Stop Mode has been enabled on your system, the belt stops automatically after each bag is
scanned to force the Operator to look at each bag. The bag image is centered for viewing ease.
The belt DOES NOT restart automatically, but waits for a button to be pressed.
3.2.4 Inspection
With the conveyor running, the system begins generating X-rays after the item being inspected enters
the inspection tunnel and interrupts the photocell beam located just inside the tunnel. X-rays turn off
when inspection is complete or if the conveyor belt is stopped.
Shortly after the item under inspection enters the inspection tunnel, its image starts to scroll across the
monitor screen in the same direction as the conveyor belt. When an image is scanned in the reverse
direction, again, the image scrolls in the same direction as the conveyor belt.
Imaging tools such as Zoom, Trimat or Gray-Scale modes, Contrast, Edge Enhancement and Reverse
Video may be employed only after scanning is complete. If an image appears suspicious during
inspection, these tools can be used to further investigate a perceived threat before clearing or rejecting
the bag.
Refer to Section 3.2.2 for details on how to use these imaging tools.
NOTE:
X-rays turn on for approximately five seconds whenever
the conveyor is started.
CAUTION!
If an item (or items) jams inside the inspection tunnel, an
error message will appear on the Monitor (see below).
5: "Photocell Timeout"
"Press a conveyor button to continue. Check for bags stuck at tunnel entrance"
While the belt is stopped, clear the jam. Never reach inside the tunnel while the belt is moving. Follow
the onscreen instructions.

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additional on-screen inspection time is required, the Operator may stop the belt manually and
proceed with image analysis.
4. To clear an item, let it proceed through the normal baggage/package handling system at your
site. (Clearing a bag: As determined by the Operator, the item under inspection contains no
potential threats to warrant rejection.)
5. To reject an item, follow the standard operating procedures according to the handling system at
your site. (Rejecting a bag: As determined by the Operator, the item under inspection contains
a potential threat (or threats) to warrant rejection.)
6. Repeat the above steps as necessary for all remaining items.
NOTE:
A purple bar may appear at the top of the screen while the
item under inspection is being displayed. This means that
the reference air sample used to scan the item is invalid.
Re-inspect the bag or package
WARNING!
In no event should an item be pushed or loaded past the
leaded curtains at the ends of the tunnel extensions.
Hands should be kept outside the unit.
Image Recall Feature

If the Operator decides that the previous image needs to be reviewed, the item does not need to be
re-scanned. Image Recall can be used. In order to use this feature:
1. Stop the conveyor belt
2. Press and hold the Conveyor Stop button while simultaneously pressing either the ◄ or ►
button to scroll the image to the right or left.
NOTE:
Image Recall works if more than one item has been
scanned in the same direction. There is room for up to
three screen widths of information.
If a sequence of — scan forward / scan reverse / scan
forward — has been made, Image Recall will be cleared
and the item must be rescanned.

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Important Note:
Your particular PX with TIP activated may be configured
to meet certain requirements of the United Kingdom’s
Department for Transport (DfT). If so, these changes are
explained in the appropriate sections that follow, and are
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4.1.1 Terminology Used

TIP (Threat Image Projection) – provides a system to monitor Operator performance, collects data and
allows reports to be generated and downloaded. The TIP feature is used to display fictional bags as
well as project fictional objects into real bags for the purposes of monitoring Operator perception and
reaction to potential threats.
CTI (Combined Threat Image) – the image of a previously scanned bag, from a library of images.
Each image mimics those qualities of any real bag that an Operator may encounter during normal
inspection. The image may contain real threats or objects too dense to be penetrated.
FTI (Fictional Threat Image) – a threat image is projected into a live bag image. Each image mimics
those qualities of any real threat that an Operator may encounter during normal inspection. The image
may contain real threats or objects too dense to be penetrated.
There are four privilege levels with TIP software activated:
(Level 1) - Administrator
(Level 2) - Manager
(Level 3) - Supervisor
(Level 4) - Operator (Screener)

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# Save data to disk
(Level 1) Administrator - includes airport management and regulatory authorities.
# Set scheduling and presentation ratios
# Select threat categories and sub-categories
4.1.3 TIP Functions

TIP tests Operator proficiency with various scoring and reporting functions. It sends stored threat CTI
and FTI images to the Workstation as time is available between ‘live’ bag images (CTI) and in live bag
images (FTI).
Operator responses are made using the REJECT icon located at the left end of the Toolbar (Figure 5),
or by pressing the CONVEYOR STOP button on the Console.
Figure 5: Sample Toolbar with REJECT Icon (TIP Activated)

The REJECT icon appears in the Toolbar when the Threat Image Projection function is configured and
activated. The Operator selects this icon when an image – or an object in an image, appears suspicious.
These threats may be highlighted with a red box (potential explosive threat) or yellow pixels (density
alert). Threats may also appear as shape-related within the image, such as guns or knives.
Outcomes are logged and reported by the system as:
Hit Bag contains an FTI or is a threat CTI. Operator correctly selected REJECT icon.
Miss Bag contains an FTI or is a threat CTI. Operator incorrectly did not select
REJECT icon.
Operator does not respond to a TIP image within set Timeout period (or when
image slides off the screen).
False Alarm No injected image. Operator incorrectly selected REJECT icon.
The system is able to generate reports for an individual or all individuals for varying time periods.

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1. Enter your assigned ID number by sliding a finger across the Console Touchpad until the
correct onscreen number-pad is highlighted (the edges of the selected pad will take on a lighter
appearance) and then lift your finger. A green star will appear in the Logon Area. Continue
making number-pad selections until your complete ID number has been entered.
2. Select the Enter key.
3. If you have been assigned a Password, enter it in the same way as your ID number, and then
select the Enter key.
If you make a mistake at any time during the log on process, select the Delete key, which
removes one character at a time, and enter the correct number(s).
After a successful first-screen Logon, the second Logon Screen will be displayed on the Monitor.
Review Review
Screener Screener
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TSA version DfT version

Figure 7: TIP Logon Screen #2
Notice that the Review Mode pad has become active (the Projector is black and the pad appears
raised).

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system application software and to begin processing items for inspection. This is also referred to as
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contact your Supervisor immediately. The system will
not permit a logon to be completed until the data is saved.
[Notice that the Enter Key (downward arrow) does not
change to the Radiation Symbol.]
4.1.5 Review Mode and Screener Mode Functions
Using Review Mode

1. Use the Console Touchpad to select the Review Mode (Figure 8) pad.
Review Mode is active when the Projector icon is present in the toolbar. You may use this
mode to look at all previously missed FTI images.
Figure 8: Toolbar with Review Mode Icon

Missed FTI images will begin scrolling onto the screen automatically.
2. Press the CONVEYOR STOP to halt scrolling. Restart scrolling by pressing the Conveyor
FORWARD.
When the last missed FTI image scrolls onto the screen, scrolling will stop automatically.
3. The Operator MUST log off by pressing the Conveyor FORWARD and REVERSE buttons
simultaneously.
After initial setup, or if all images have been cleared, Review Mode (Figure 9) will still
function. However, no images will appear.
You may exit Review Mode at anytime by logging off.
NOTE:
Operators cannot delete missed FTI images from the
system. (Consult a Level 1 or 2 User.)

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missed the FTI insertion, the Date and Time and FTI Orientation are displayed in the bar at the
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3.2.2 for details on how to use the imaging tools.

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If you determine that a potential threat is present, select the REJECT icon (then see a. or b.,
below).
If you determine that a potential threat is not present, restart the conveyor.
NOTE:
If a TIP image was projected and either you restart the
conveyor without selecting the REJECT icon, or the TIP
image has timed out, a “missed” feedback message bar
similar to the ones shown below will be displayed.
Select the REJECT icon. The conveyor will stop.

Whether or not the threat has been projected by the system, feedback will be immediately
displayed. (See Section 4.1.7 for more information.)
a.) If the threat has been projected, a Green (or Blue, see next page) dashed box will then
surround it.
b.) If the threat has not been projected, no such box will appear.
In either case, a message box will appear at the bottom of the screen.
You have correctly identified a fictional ____ threat.
Check the bag to make sure there are no real threats. (FTI)
OR
In this case both the threat and the bag are not real. (CTI)
You did not identify a fictional ____ threat.

Check the bag to make sure there are no real threats. (FTI)
OR
In this case both the threat and the bag are not real. (CTI)
You are not being tested at this time. No fictional threat was projected.
Please follow the appropriate security procedures

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‘Hit’ message (Green):
TIP (GUN) CORRECTLY IDENTIFIED.

RE-EXAMINE IMAGE FOR REAL THREATS.
PRESS ‘STOP’ TO CLEAR THIS MESSAGE.
‘False Alarm’ message (Yellow):
NO TIP IMAGE WAS PRESENTED.

YOU MUST HAND-SEARCH THIS BAG OR CALL FOR A SUPERVISOR.
‘Miss’ message (Red w/Yellow text):
TIP (GUN) MISSED.

‘Cancelled’ message (Blue):
TIP (GUN) MISSED.

If any of the above threats remain, investigate the image further.
Important Note:
You may receive the following message if a Network
Supervisor Workstation (NSW) is connected to your
machine:
You are not being tested at this time. No fictional threat was projected.
Press Left Button to send this image to a workstation
In this case, pressing the left button sends the current bag image to NSW, and pressing any other button
(center or right) records the current action as FA (False Alarm). Once the image is sent, the Reject button
is grayed out in order to prevent sending a duplicate.

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Feedback Message Bar: a gray box at the bottom of the Monitor screen. May contain Messages and
Icons, Messages only or Icons only.
# A correct response icon is a green checkmark in a small box -

# An incorrect response icon is a red X in a small box -
# An hourglass icon will appear in the gray box if the system has tried and failed to inject a CTI or
FTI.
# Messages, if included, consist of two lines of text.
You have correctly identified a fictional gun threat.
Check the bag to make sure there are no real threats.
# After approximately three seconds, the projected CTI or FTI will disappear. All feedback messages
will remain onscreen until a conveyor button is pressed.
4.1.8 Logging Off

To Log Off, press the Conveyor FORWARD and REVERSE buttons simultaneously.
Note:
An automatic Log Off will occur if the Operator has not
touched any controls on the system for a pre-defined
period as determined by your Supervisor. The L3 Screen
Saver program will be activated when this timeout period
expires, and normal operation can only be resumed after a
successful Log On.

4.2 Image Archiving

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Then, press any conveyor button to remove the message and continue with object scanning.

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the detection algorithm is currently targeting explosives. A red, rectangular box
automatically appears over an area (or areas) of the bag image when the system has
determined a potential explosives threat is present. Selecting this icon once removes
the overlay and selecting it again restores the overlay.
Syringe: This icon controls the Narcotics Threat overlay. Its presence indicates that
the detection algorithm is currently targeting narcotics. A red, rectangular box
determined a potential narcotics threat is present. Selecting this icon once removes the
overlay and selecting it again restores the overlay.
Three-Tier: This icon controls the Density Alert overlay. Its presence indicates that
the detection algorithm is currently targeting dense objects. A patch of yellow pixels
determined that an object is too dense to be penetrated. Selecting this icon once
removes the overlay and selecting it again restores the overlay.
4.3.1 The “OnePress Color Removal” Option

If a feature called “OnePress Color Removal” is enabled, the Threat and Density overlays are combined
into a single overlay (red rectangle + yellow pixels). The icon functions are combined, as well.
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Selecting the Bomb icon once removes the combined overlay and selecting it again restores the
overlay.
4.3.2 The “Dynamic Window” Option

Dynamic Window: The appearance of this pair of icons in the Toolbar – as
shown, with the left-most pre-selected (white), means that the Dynamic
PRIMARY / SECONDARY
Window feature has been enabled. The Bomb icon or the Syringe icon may be
Primary, depending on the configuration. This means that the system will
or
scan for the selected primary threat automatically.
Once the item being inspected has been scanned, the Operator may then select
the Secondary threat icon to review the image for the presence of components
PRIMARY / SECONDARY
under that category. The item itself does not have to be re-scanned.
NOTE:
Secondary icons are disabled whenever the conveyor belt
is moving. Therefore, you must stop the belt, select the
secondary icon, and review the image..

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# A network topology of at least a 1 x 1 setup (PX X-ray machine and Network Supervisor
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# A logon/logoff feature on both the PX X-ray machine and the NSW,
# The same Operator Graphical User Interface (GUI),
# Display of both bag and user information pertaining to the image,
# Image at NSW is identical to that of PX X-ray machine; NSW has own option to display or not
display potential threat information
4.4.1 Logging On
Performing a logon at the PX X-ray machine is necessary in order to access certain features that depend
upon privilege level, and to track PX Operators who are sending images to the NSW.
A sample PX Logon screen is shown in Figure 12 below: It is identical to the TIP Logon Screen #1
shown in Figure 6 on page 26.
Delete
Logon
Area Enter
Figure 12: PX Logon Screen #1

1. Enter your assigned ID number by sliding a finger across the Console Touchpad until the
correct onscreen number-pad is highlighted (the edges of the selected pad will take on a lighter
appearance) and then lift your finger. A green star will appear in the Logon Area. Continue
making number-pad selections until your complete ID number has been entered.
2. Select the Enter key.
3. If you have been assigned a Password, enter it in the same way as your ID number, and then
select the Enter key.
If you make a mistake at any time during the log on process, select the Delete key, which
removes one character at a time, and enter the correct number(s).
After a successful first-screen Logon, the second Logon Screen will be display on the Monitor.

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Figure 13: PX Logon Screen #2
4.4.2 X-ray Machine User Interface
The Reject icon appears at the left end of the PX X-ray machine Toolbar when the NSW is connected,
configured and activated (Figure 14).
Figure 14: Toolbar with REJECT Icon – Network Supervisor Workstation Activated
The Operator selects this icon when an image or an object in an image appears suspicious. Threats may
be overlaid with a red box (possible explosive or narcotic) or yellow pixels (density alert). They may
also appear as shape-related within the image, such as guns or knives.
Please Note:
The REJECT icon’s presence can also mean that the TIP
option is active (see 4.1.3 TIP Functions on page 25).
If your Supervisor has configured the system to “Send All”:

An image of every bag is automatically sent to the Network Supervisor Workstation. No action is
required on your part. During this image sending process, the conveyor belt stops until the image has
been presented at the NSW. Only then will the belt restart automatically, allowing the next bag to be
scanned. The REJECT icon is unavailable (grayed out).
Note:
If a particular image is not sent to the NSW, the REJECT
icon becomes available (raised) after the displayed error
message is cleared. The Operator may send the image:
“Send Bag Image Confirmation
Press Left button to send this image to a workstation”

If your Supervisor has configured the system to “Send On Demand”:

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Threat icon and proceed as instructed on page 18. Both the purple Boundary Box and any blue
Mark Threat boxes will display at the NSW.

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damage to the equipment.
When an error condition occurs, an error message is displayed in a red panel at the bottom of the
monitor screen. The error message contains a detailed description of the condition. The actual text of
the error message varies with the error condition. The condition category, on the first line, is a general
description of the condition and points out the subsystem that caused the condition. The detailed
description, on the second line, presents more specific information about the condition and how to
remedy the problem, if possible. Refer to the following examples:
1: Emergency Stop Condition
Waiting for Emergency Stop condition to be cleared
In this case, the Operator would pull out the Emergency Stop button, then see:
Waiting for Operator acknowledgement
Press a conveyor button to resume operation
The Operator would then press a conveyor button.
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4: X-ray Source Fault
X-ray subsystem is malfunctioning
Power-cycling the system (turning the power OFF, waiting thirty seconds, and then turning the power
ON again) can clear most errors. If one or two repetitions of this procedure do not remedy the situation,
contact L-3 Communications, Security & Detection Systems-trained Support Personnel for assistance,
relating as much detail as possible about the fault and the error message displayed.
If verification fails, the following error message will appear in a red box on the bottom of the monitor
screen:
8: System Failed Verification
Press conveyor button to continue. If problem persists contact service personnel
Follow onscreen instructions.

Table 4: PX Error Codes

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3 TEMPERATURE_HIGH "System temperature has exceeded limits"
4: "X-ray Source Fault" Service
4 XRAY_SOURCE_DEAD "X-ray subsystem is malfunctioning"
5: "Photocell Timeout" Operator
5 PHOTOCELL_TIMEOUT "Press a conveyor button to continue. Check for bags stuck
at tunnel entrance"
6: "A/D Cable Disconnected" Service
6 AD_CABLE_DISCONNECTED "Power down system and reconnect cable"
7: "Watchdog Timeout" Service
7 WATCHDOG_TIMEOUT "The system has shut down due to computer malfunction"
8: "System Failed Verification" Service
8 FAILED_VERIFICATION "Press a conveyor button to continue. If problem persists
contact service personnel."
9: "Tube Voltage-Differential Exceeds Allowable Range" Service
9 TANK_VOLT_DIFF_HIGH "Turn off system and contact service personnel"
10: "Tube Current-Differential Exceeds Allowable Range" Service
10 TANK_AMP_DIFF_HIGH "Turn off system and contact service personnel"
11: "Tube Voltage Exceeds Allowable Range" Service
11 TANK_VOLTAGE_HIGH "Turn off system and contact service personnel"
12: "Tube Current Exceeds Allowable Range" Service
12 TANK_AMPERAGE_HIGH "Turn off system and contact service personnel"
13: "X-ray Controller Cable is Disconnected Service
13 MAINFRAME_DISCONNECTED "Power down system and reconnect cable"
14: "Operator Sensor Interlock" Operator
14 OPERATOR_NOT_ON_MAT "Please return to the normal operating position"
15: "AC Voltage Out of Range" Operator
15 BAD_AC_VOLTAGE_TO_PDB "Power cycle the system"
16: "A/D Board Temperature Exceeds Allowable Range" Service
16 AD_TEMP_OUTSIDE_RANGE "Turn off system and contact service personnel"
Service
101- SYSTEM_ERROR
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atomic number..........................................................16 inspection tunnel...................................3, 5, 11, 20, 22
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Blue Arrow...............................................................18 Logon ................................................................ 26, 35
low contrast ............................................................. 17
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Clearing a bag ..........................................................21
Combined Threat Image...........................................24 Management Level ................................................ 25
Contrast .....................................................17, 18, 20 Manual Option........................................................ 19
Contrast Windowing ................................................18 medium contrast ...................................................... 17
Conveyor Control Buttons .........................................3 metallic .................................................................... 16
CONVEYOR STOP ................................................19, 22 Miss......................................................................... 25
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default settings ...................................................16, 18 narcotics................................................................... 16
Detector Arrays ..........................................................3 Network Supervisor Workstation .................12, 35, 36
Display Monitor ...................................................3, 13
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Dynamic Window ...................................................34
Operator Console................................................. 5, 17
E
Operator Level....................................................... 25
Edge Enhancement.......................................17, 20 organic ..................................................................... 16
electrical power distribution.......................................3
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error condition..........................................................39
error message ...........................................................39 Password............................................................ 26, 35
explosive materials...................................................16 photocells............................................................... 3, 5
Power On/Power Off Keyswitch....................... 5, 11
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power-cycling .......................................................... 39
False Alarm ............................................................25 Projector ............................................................ 26, 27
Feedback Message Bar...........................................32 purple bar................................................................. 21
fictional bags ............................................................24
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fictional objects ........................................................24
Fictional Threat Image .............................................24 real-time inspection ................................................... 1
FORWARD .......................................................5, 19, 21 REJECT icon..........................................25, 30, 36, 37
Rejecting a bag ....................................................... 21
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REVERSE ........................................................ 5, 19, 21
Gray-Scale..........................................................16, 20 Reverse Scan Option............................................... 19
Reverse Video................................................ 17, 20
H Review Mode ...............................................26, 27, 28
high contrast .......................................................16, 17
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High-Voltage Power Supply ......................................3
Hit.............................................................................25 Screener Mode................................................... 27, 29
Home.......................................................................18 scroll .............................................................13, 20, 21
Send All................................................................... 36
I Send On Demand..................................................... 37
ID number ..........................................................26, 35 Supervisory Level .................................................. 25
Image Archiving.......................................................33 system computer ........................................................ 3
Image Mode ......................................................13, 16
T
Image Recall.............................................................21
indicator lights............................................................3 target material............................................................ 1
Threat Image Projection .......................................... 24

Timeout.................................................................... 25 V
Toolbar.............................................................. 13, 25
vertical fan-beam........................................................3
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Regulations and Safety

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2.1 Controls and Indicators

Power ON/OFF Conveyor Control &

Conveyor Control &

Figure 2: Remote Console Controls & Indicators

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Power On/Power Off Keyswitch

Conveyor Control Area

Table 1: Conveyor Control Area Indicators and Buttons

X-ray On Indicator This indicator is illuminated whenever the system is producing

" Remote Console

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2.2 Panel Interlocks

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2.3 Operator Sensor

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3.1 System Inspection

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3.2 Operating the System

The eight-step voltage warm-up period is illustrated in Table 2 below:

Table 2: Voltage Warm-up Periods

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X-ray power supply stabilizing

Taking Air Sample

Processing Air Data

For systems using the Network Supervisor Workstation

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3.2.2 Operator Interface

Figure 3: Sample Operator Interface

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When a function is activated, icons appear as follows:

REJECT GRAY LO/MED/HI CONT.

Figure 4: Online Help Box & Grayed-out Icons

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Image Mode Icons

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Image Enhancement Icons

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3.2.3 Conveyor Control

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Auto Reverse Feature (configurable):

Stop Mode (configurable):

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