X-ray Digital Camera

Generator Communication Module

CXDI GC-H
CXDI GC-S
CXDI GC-T
For CXDI-1 System

Operation Manual

Before using this product, be sure to read this manual thoroughly.

Also, read the CXDI Series Operation Manual.
Keep the manual where it is easily accessible.
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 CONTENTS

For CXDI System Software Version 3.1

1. Introduction .........................................................................................1

2. Settings ...............................................................................................2

2.1 Setting Anatomical Code.................................................................................. 2

2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters .......................................................................... 3

2.2.1 Displaying Exposure Parameters.............................................................. 3
2.2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters ................................................................... 5
2.2.3 Changing Parameters during the Exposure .............................................. 7

3. Communication ...................................................................................9

3.1 Data Sent from the CXDI ................................................................................. 9

3.2 Receiving Execution Information ..................................................................... 9

4. When Error Occurs ........................................................................... 11

4.1 Error Messages .............................................................................................. 11

4.2 Other Notes.................................................................................................... 12

 For CXDI System Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1

1. Introduction .......................................................................................13

2. Settings .............................................................................................14

2.1 Setting Anatomical Code................................................................................ 14

2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters ........................................................................ 15

2.2.1 Displaying Exposure Parameters............................................................ 15
2.2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters ................................................................. 17
2.2.3 Changing Parameters during the Exposure ............................................ 19

3. Communication .................................................................................21

3.1 Data Sent from the CXDI ............................................................................... 21

3.2 Receiving Execution Information ................................................................... 21

4. When Error Occurs ...........................................................................23

4.1 Error Messages .............................................................................................. 23

4.2 Other Notes.................................................................................................... 24

 1. Introduction (For CXDI System Software Version 3.1)

Pages 1 through 12 are for the users of the CXDI system software version 3.1.
See pages 13 through 24 if your CXDI system software is version 4.0 or 4.1.

1. Introduction

This software enables communication between the CXDI and the X-ray generator.
Thus, by setting the exposure parameters for the X-ray generator from the CXDI, the
procedure of exposure can be simplified.
However, it is essential to always confirm that the exposure parameters displayed on
the exposure screen and the exposure parameters displayed on the X-ray generator are
the same before performing the exposure.

This software is set to send either anatomical code or exposure parameters during the
installation of the software by the service personnel.
Refer to section 2.1 when sending anatomical code, or section 2.2 when sending
exposure parameters to the X-ray generator.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

2. Settings

2.1 Setting Anatomical Code

When an exposure mode key is touched on the operation unit of the CXDI, the ana-
tomical code set in this section will be sent to the X-ray generator. (No other param-
eters will be sent.) Then, a program corresponding to the anatomical code will be
selected on the X-ray generator.
There is no need to set anatomical code when exposure parameters are going to be
sent to the X-ray generator.

NOTE: If you do not set any anatomical code for the exposure mode, it will be re-
garded as “0” having been set.

1 Enter the PARA EDIT screen

From the exposure screen, choose system > EDIT BODY PARTS > PARA EDIT.

2 Select an exposure mode

Parameter editing screen appears.

3 Touch the key next to “GEN Com. Module”

4 Enter the anatomical code

Enter the anatomical code to be sent to the X-ray generator in less than 256
characters using the displayed keyboard. If you want to set an identical anatomi-
cal code for multiple exposure mode keys, put a serial number after the ana-
tomical code with a hyphen between it and the code, as follows:

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

Anatomical code - Serial number

For example, in order to set an anatomical code of “12” for three exposure
mode keys, enter it as follows:
12-01, 12-02, 12-03
It does not matter how many digits there are in the serial number as long as the
total number of digits in the anatomical code and the serial number comes to
256 or less.

5 Choose <OK> to save the current settings

Or choose CANCEL.
When <OK> is chosen, a confirmation message will appear. Choose <OK> to
confirm the change or choose CANCEL.

2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters

When an exposure mode key is touched on the operation unit of the CXDI, the expo-
sure parameters set in the CXDI will be sent to the X-ray generator.
Basically, there is no need to set exposure parameters when anatomical code is going
to be sent to the X-ray generator.*

* Some X-ray generators need the size of the patient to be entered when anatomical
code is used.

2.2.1 Displaying Exposure Parameters

NOTE: Exposure parameters must be set to be displayed on the exposure screen in

order to be able to confirm that the parameters of the CXDI and the X-ray
generator are the same before performing the exposure.

1 Enter the CUSTOMIZE screen

From the exposure screen, choose system > SETUP MENU > CUSTOMIZE.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

2 Set “EXP. COND.” to “DISPLAY”

“DETAIL SETUP” will appear on the right-hand side.

3 Touch the key next to “DETAIL SETUP”

The SETUP window appears.

4 Set “msec/mAs SETUP CHANGE” to “msec”

5 Set “kV”, ‘mA” and “msec” to “ON”

6 Touch EXIT to close the window

7 Touch <OK> to save the current setting

8 A confirmation message will appear

Touch <OK> to save the current setting.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

2.2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters

1 Enter the PARA EDIT screen

From the exposure screen, choose system > SETUP MENU > EDIT BODY
PARTS > PARA EDIT.

2 Select an exposure mode

Parameter editing screen appears.

3 Touch NEXT PAGE >>

4 In GENERATOR PARAMETER screen, set the exposure param-

eters

Error will occur unless “kV”, “mA” and “msec” are set.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

5 Touch GENERATOR SETTING

Set the X-ray tube communication parameters.

The following screen shot is an example of when all the parameters can be set.
Some parameters may not be displayed, depending on the specifications of the
X-ray generator.

Focal spot key Body size key

AEC key Density key

Phototimer key

Focal spot
Touch the key and select the size of the focal spot.

Body size
Touch the key and select the size of the patient.

AEC (Auto Exposure Control)

Each time the key is touched, the phototimer and density keys on the right side
appear/disappear.
When the keys are displayed, the settings can be changed.

Phototimer
Each time the key is touched, the number and brightness of phototimers change.
The bright phototimer is the one that will be used.

Density
Touch the key of the required density.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

6 Touch EXIT

7 Save the settings

Choose <OK> to save the current settings or choose CANCEL.

To return to the previous screen, touch <<PREVIOUS PAGE.

When <OK> is chosen, a confirmation message will appear.

Choose <OK> to confirm the change or choose CANCEL.

2.2.3 Changing Parameters during the Exposure

Parameters can be changed even after selecting an exposure mode during the exposure
operation.

1 After touching an exposure mode key, touch CHANGE

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

2 Touch the GENERATOR SETTING tab

Change the parameters as required.

3 Save the settings

Choose <OK> to save the settings or choose CANCEL.

Or, choose SAVE PARAM to save the current conditions as default parameters
for the chosen exposure mode.

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 3. Communication (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

3. Communication

3.1 Data Sent from the CXDI

When an exposure mode key is touched, an anatomical code or exposure parameters
will be sent to the X-ray generator. Then, exposure parameters will be set in the X-ray
generator.

3.2 Receiving Execution Information

After the exposure button of the X-ray generator is pressed, the CXDI will wait for the
execution information from the X-ray generator for as long as the time set in “POST-
COND. RECEIVE TIMEOUT-TIME (sec)” in “MODULE SETUP”.

When the CXDI receives the execution information

The received information will be the DICOM information.

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 3. Communication (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

When the CXDI does not receive the execution information

If the CXDI does not receive the execution information within the time set in “POST-
COND. RECEIVE TIMEOUT-TIME (sec.)”, the parameters set for the exposure mode
will be the DICOM information.

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 4. When Error Occurs (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

4. When Error Occurs

4.1 Error Messages

If any of the following error messages appears, take the countermeasures depending
on the displayed message.
If error message other than indicated below appears, please contact a Canon represen-
tative or distributor, and let us know in detail about the message that is displayed.

Send error. X-ray generator is not ready for receiving. (RT1)

The X-ray generator is sending a negative acknowledgment for the request to send.
Wait until the X-ray generator becomes ready to receive the request. If it does not
become ready, contact the manufacturer of the X-ray generator.

Send error. No response from X-ray generator. (RT1)

The X-ray generator does not respond to the request to send. Check that the cables are
connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

Send error. BCC error may occur. (RT2)

The exposure parameters sent to the X-ray generator may have changed to unreadable
characters due to external noise, etc.
Lay out the cables away from equipment that generates a lot of noise.

Send error. No response from X-ray generator. (RT2)

The X-ray generator does not respond to the data sent from the CXDI. Check that the
cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

Text data timeout error. (TM3)

The X-ray generator does not send data although it has already sent request to send to
the CXDI. Check that the cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-
ray generator is ON.

EOT timeout error. (TM3)

The X-ray generator does not send EOT (end of transmission) which indicates the
completion of sending data. Check that the cables are connected properly and that the
power of the X-ray generator is ON.

File name is not found.

File for that file name cannot be found for some reason. Please contact a Canon
representative or distributor.

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 4. When Error Occurs (For CXDI Software Version 3.1)

In order to communicate with X-ray generator, display exposure condition.

Exposure parameters such as kV, mA and msec have not be chosen to be displayed on
the exposure screen. Set them to be displayed by referring to section 2.2.1 in this
manual.

Unknown data received.

The CXDI has received undefined information. This software may be inappropriate
for the X-ray generator.
Please contact a Canon representative or distributor.

Cannot transform received data into numerical value.

The CXDI has received data that cannot be converted into numerical values. This
software may be inappropriate for the X-ray generator.
Please contact a Canon representative or distributor.

CXDI does not work well.

The operation unit of the CXDI is not operating properly. Please contact a Canon
representative or distributor.

Communication is not ready.

The line between the CXDI and the X-ray generator is out of order. Check that the
cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

4.2 Other Notes

(1) Be sure to check that the power of the X-ray generator is ON before starting the
communication.

(2) If the CXDI cannot communicate with the X-ray generator after restarting the
CXDI with the power of the X-ray generator turned ON, turn the power of the X-
ray generator OFF and then ON again.

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 1. Introduction (For CXDI System Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

Pages 13 through 24 are for the users

of the CXDI system software versions 4.0 and 4.1.

1. Introduction

This software enables communication between the CXDI and the X-ray generator.
Thus, by setting the exposure parameters for the X-ray generator from the CXDI, the
procedure of exposure can be simplified.
However, it is essential to always confirm that the exposure parameters displayed on
the exposure screen and the exposure parameters displayed on the X-ray generator are
the same before performing the exposure.

This software is set to send either anatomical code or exposure parameters during the
installation of the software by the service personnel.
Refer to section 2.1 when sending anatomical code, or section 2.2 when sending
exposure parameters to the X-ray generator.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 4.0 and 4.1)

2. Settings

2.1 Setting Anatomical Code

When an exposure mode key is touched on the operation unit of the CXDI, the ana-
tomical code set in this section will be sent to the X-ray generator. (No other param-
eters will be sent.) Then, a program corresponding to the anatomical code will be
selected on the X-ray generator.
There is no need to set anatomical code when exposure parameters are going to be
sent to the X-ray generator.

NOTE: If you do not set any anatomical code for the exposure mode, it will be re-
garded as “0” having been set.

1 Enter the EDIT PARA screen

From the exposure screen, choose System > EDIT EXPOSURE MODE.

2 Select an exposure mode

Parameter editing screen appears.

3 Touch the button next to “GEN Com. Module”

4 Enter the anatomical code

Enter the anatomical code to be sent to the X-ray generator in less than 256
characters using the displayed keyboard. If you want to set an identical anatomi-
cal code for multiple exposure mode buttons, put a serial number after the
anatomical code with a hyphen between it and the code, as follows:
Anatomical code - Serial number

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

For example, in order to set an anatomical code of “12” for three exposure
mode buttons, enter it as follows:
12-01, 12-02, 12-03
It does not matter how many digits there are in the serial number as long as the
total number of digits in the anatomical code and the serial number comes to
256 or less.

5 Choose OK to save the current settings

Or choose CANCEL.
When OK is chosen, a confirmation message will appear. Choose OK to confirm
the change or choose CANCEL.

2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters

When an exposure mode button is touched on the operation unit of the CXDI, the
exposure parameters set in the CXDI will be sent to the X-ray generator.
Basically, there is no need to set exposure parameters when anatomical code is going
to be sent to the X-ray generator.*

* Some X-ray generators need the size of the patient to be entered when anatomical
code is used.

2.2.1 Displaying Exposure Parameters

NOTE: Exposure parameters must be set to be displayed on the exposure screen in

order to be able to confirm that the parameters of the CXDI and the X-ray
generator are the same before performing the exposure.

1 Enter the SYS. SETUP screen

From the exposure screen, choose System > SETUP MENU > SYS. SETUP.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 4.0 and 4.1)

2 Touch the button next “EXP. COND. DISPLAY”

3 Touch the ENABLE/DISABLE button and display “ENABLE”

A display for selecting the parameters to be displayed on the exposure screen

will be displayed..

4 Set “Switch msec/mAs” to “msec”

5 Set “kV”, ‘mA” and “msec” to “ON”

6 Touch EXIT to close the window

7 Touch OK to save the current setting

8 A confirmation message will appear

Touch OK to save the current setting.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

2.2.2 Setting Exposure Parameters

1 Enter the PARA EDIT screen

From the exposure screen, choose System > EDIT EXPOSURE MODE.

2 Select an exposure mode

Parameter editing screen appears.

3 Touch NEXT PAGE >>

4 In GENERATOR PARAMETER screen, set the exposure param-

eters

Error will occur unless “kV”, “mA” and “msec” are set.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 4.0 and 4.1)

5 Touch GENERATOR

Set the X-ray tube communication parameters.

The following screen shot is an example of when all the parameters can be set.
Some parameters may not be displayed, depending on the specifications of the
X-ray generator.

Focal spot key Body size key

AEC key Density key

Phototimer key

Focal spot
Touch the key and select the size of the focal spot.

Body size
Touch the key and select the size of the patient.

AEC (Auto Exposure Control)

Each time the key is touched, the phototimer and density keys on the right side
appear/disappear.
When the keys are displayed, the settings can be changed.

Phototimer
Each time the key is touched, the number and brightness of phototimers change.
The bright phototimer is the one that will be used.

Density
Touch the key of the required density.

6 Touch EXIT

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

7 Save the settings

Choose OK to save the current settings or choose CANCEL.

To return to the previous screen, touch <<PREVIOUS PAGE.

When OK is chosen, a confirmation message will appear.

Choose OK to confirm the change or choose CANCEL.

2.2.3 Changing Parameters during the Exposure

Parameters can be changed even after selecting an exposure mode during the exposure
operation.

1 After touching an exposure mode button, touch CHANGE

2 Touch the GENERATOR tab

Change the parameters as required.

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 2. Settings (For CXDI Software Version 4.0 and 4.1)

3 Save the settings

Choose OK to save the settings or choose CANCEL.

Or, choose SAVE PARAM to save the current conditions as default parameters
for the chosen exposure mode.

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 (For CXDI System Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

3. Communication

3.1 Data Sent from the CXDI

When an exposure mode key is touched, an anatomical code or exposure parameters
will be sent to the X-ray generator. Then, exposure parameters will be set in the X-ray
generator.

3.2 Receiving Execution Information

After the exposure button of the X-ray generator is pressed, the CXDI will wait for the
execution information from the X-ray generator for as long as the time set in “POST-
COND. RECEIVE TIMEOUT-TIME (sec)” in “MODULE”.

When the CXDI receives the execution information

The received information will be the DICOM information.

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 3. Communication (For CXDI Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

When the CXDI does not receive the execution information

If the CXDI does not receive the execution information within the time set in “POST-
COND. RECEIVE TIMEOUT-TIME (sec.)”, the parameters set for the exposure mode
will be the DICOM information.

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 (For CXDI System Software Versions 4.0 and 4.1)

4. When Error Occurs

4.1 Error Messages

If any of the following error messages appears, take the countermeasures depending
on the displayed message.
If error message other than indicated below appears, please contact a Canon represen-
tative or distributor, and let us know in detail about the message that is displayed.

Send error. X-ray generator is not ready for receiving. (RT1)

The X-ray generator is sending a negative acknowledgment for the request to send.
Wait until the X-ray generator becomes ready to receive the request. If it does not
become ready, contact the manufacturer of the X-ray generator.

Send error. No response from X-ray generator. (RT1)

The X-ray generator does not respond to the request to send. Check that the cables are
connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

Send error. BCC error may occur. (RT2)

The exposure parameters sent to the X-ray generator may have changed to unreadable
characters due to external noise, etc.
Lay out the cables away from equipment that generates a lot of noise.
Send error. No response from X-ray generator. (RT2)
The X-ray generator does not respond to the data sent from the CXDI. Check that the
cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

Text data timeout error. (TM3)

The X-ray generator does not send data although it has already sent request to send to
the CXDI. Check that the cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-
ray generator is ON.

EOT timeout error. (TM3)

The X-ray generator does not send EOT (end of transmission) which indicates the
completion of sending data. Check that the cables are connected properly and that the
power of the X-ray generator is ON.

File name is not found.

File for that file name cannot be found for some reason. Please contact a Canon
representative or distributor.

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 4. When Error Occurs (For CXDI Software Version 4.0 and 4.1)

In order to communicate with X-ray generator, display exposure condition.

Exposure parameters such as kV, mA and msec have not be chosen to be displayed on
the exposure screen. Set them to be displayed by referring to section 2.2.1 in this
manual.

Unknown data received.

The CXDI has received undefined information. This software may be inappropriate
for the X-ray generator.
Please contact a Canon representative or distributor.

Cannot transform received data into numerical value.

The CXDI has received data that cannot be converted into numerical values. This
software may be inappropriate for the X-ray generator.
Please contact a Canon representative or distributor.

CXDI does not work well.

The operation unit of the CXDI is not operating properly. Please contact a Canon
representative or distributor.

Communication is not ready.

The line between the CXDI and the X-ray generator is out of order. Check that the
cables are connected properly and that the power of the X-ray generator is ON.

4.2 Other Notes

(1) Be sure to check that the power of the X-ray generator is ON before starting the
communication.

(2) If the CXDI cannot communicate with the X-ray generator after restarting the
CXDI with the power of the X-ray generator turned ON, turn the power of the X-
ray generator OFF and then ON again.

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