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1 - CALIBfATION OF SAFETY CIRCUIT
1.1 General Information

The safety circuit must be calibrated if the board, phase displacement condensers, tube or mains frequeis
other than 50Hz have been replaced.
For circuit calibration, the anode must be put in rotation and it is advisabSe as foilows:
DEMO mode with DIP 3 SW1 of board 01 -170 switehed ON

Manual mode with at least 200 mAs
In this mode, no X-rays come from the unit and measurement time is sufficiently tong.
If necessary, the anode can be started even by short-circuiting the two collector and sender pins of the iC
photo-combiner. in this case use an insulated tool
The two safety circuits of the rotating anode starter must be calibrated so that an anomaly in at least one of tN
two circuits that causes the current to drop below the reference valu does not atlow or tnerrupt the exposure
normal
ALARM
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During the calibration phase, undesired safety circuit trpping could be an obstacle. If this happens, it is advisa
to exclude it by reducing, even to zero, the tensin on TP3 and TP4 through RV1 and RV2.
In special cases, the safety circuit can be completely exduded by short-circuiting JP4.
During calibration make sure that the anode is rotating.
1.2 Calibration
During a sufficiently long exposure, measure the tensin on TP1, then adjust RV1 until the TP3 tensin is 65%
that measured on TP1.
V(TP3)*0.65x(TP1)
V.
The tensin vales of the above mentioned Test Points are shown on the calibration sheet in the documentation
accompanying the unit,
Repeat the operations with TP2, RV2 and TP4.
Typical vales of VTP1 and VTP2 for the tubes:

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VPT1
VPT2
COMET
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2.2 V
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2.5 V
2-CONTROL LED
LED1
LED2
LED3
LED5
LED6
(veHow) on during normal rotation phase (RUN)

(yellow) on during braking or alarm
(yellow) on during braking
(green) on in normal rest or rotation conditions
(green) on during rotation
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3 - FUNCTION CONFIGURATION
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PCB 92-074-3
3.1 - Enabling braking

At the end of exposure, the anode rotation is braked only in order to avoid the noise of the bearings rolling.
Braking the anode generates heat in the casing and contributes to its rse in temperature. If it is subjected
particuiarly heavy work, it must be disabted.
Here is an example of thermal calculation, to demnstrate the above:
Start=1 ,400 J average exposure-2,000 J braking-2,800 J (COMET tube)
As can be seen, because of the large diameter of the anodic disk, the COMET tube braking develops h=
nearty equivalent to that at START + EXPOSURE.
JP1=open
JP1=ciosed
The tube is braked

The tube is not braked
3.2 - Braking time

The time required to brake roaton of the anode dependa on is diameter.
JP3=closed
JP3=open
braking time 3" (VARAN)

braking time 6" (COMET, IAE)
3.3 - Dsabling safety circuit

The safety circuit can be disabled only for servicing and calibration purposes by shoi
circuiting JP4.
3.4 - Changing mains tensin

The 92-074 board has its own power suppfy transformer and adapting the mains voltage is done by moving a
connection on the weided side of the panel.
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Check ha the fat cable has been correcty inserted or 92-074 ana 01-170 boards.
Check tuses F1 anu F3 on 92-074 board.
Check he caiibraion o the safey devices on 92-074 board.

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1. Filament Power Supply

2, Anodecurrent calibration
2.1. General Information
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1 - FILAMENT POWER SUPPLY

X ray tubes used in this Unit have grounded cathode and double filament (focal spot).
The two filaments are located inside the cathode and they have such a dimensin to ci
the two focal spots of 0.3 and 0,1 mm.
Only one filament at a time can be used, depending on the seiected examination techr
(contac or magnification).
As an option, a bimetallic tube Mo/W with four focal spots and four filaments is available
Tube anode current depends on the "switch on" curren flowing in the filament durin
exposure.
In stand by condition, filament is maintained warm by means of a weak "preheating curre
Filamen current is suppiied by a dtgitally prograrnmable sne wave curtent generator.
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On power supply board an 1/f converter is connected to th CPU 01-170 for a very ac(
mAs integration.
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2 - ANODE CURRENT CAUBRATION
2.1 ~ General Information

Tube anode current la is calibrated, for every valu of [kV] and for every focal spot, by
means of Flament current If.
This nrrst!> of th* td<? of fsmsrrt orovokss hs IncrcQCC cf thc sncdc idc.
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anocSc curren!, Hkmen! current dersaoca when kv
mAL and mH chhffion is hassd un two slmih- bul (ndcpcntont proocdurea,
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Bstore ntern any casbraton moiin, 'K ?!ee?S3y lo setecf tfi0 manya' mods and ~ yafus
of mAs <?!ua to 40 for fhe O.,3mm focos and 13 fc-r ?h O.lftif?? tecifS,
In calbraon modc, ne foiiowing
are active:
Focal spot -sefection {and of yo or W track for bmeaflc tube}

KV
for whole vales
* fament current adjustment by mAs + / - push buttons.
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To access mAL current calibration, it's necessary to act on DIP2 SW1 on board 01-170.
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In the mAs window of the display, he foliowtng pararneters will appear;

mAH or mAL, fament current If in Ampere, mAs valu set and aftereach
exposure the expected anodic current valu and effective la in mA devered.
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After exposure, four conditions can be reached:

a) Anode current iess trian 70% of the expected valu
in ths case, in place of he anode current vaiue, on the dfsplay LLL.L wlfi appear,
51 uieaiis hal exposure encfed by means of Back-Up Timer.
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Catibration of over-current safety circuit is executed at the end of anode currante calibratlc
The mximum filament current shall be drawn from he calibration report, for each focal m
Jo carry out cabraiors:
a) conroct a voltmeter 10 Vdc f.s. on TP6GND) and TP5,
b) setect LARGR FOCAt SPOT
c) selec he kV valu mtevant to he hghest filament current If
t) measurs volage on TP5/TP6 dunng preparaicn
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5 - Anode current check by externa! device

Anode current check can be cared out using a vottmeter or an oscioscope connected to
resistor R16 of PCB 92-073.
Measurement is executed during an exposure of a mnimum time conslstent with reading
time of device used.
In case of use of a digital voltmeter >1* and consequenty 100 * 130 mAs per large focal spot
and 32 mAs per small focal spot:
DO NOT USE DIGITAL WOLTMETSRS IN AUTOfANGING MODS AS THMY NEED
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The passage of anode current s indicated by LED5, whch during exposure lights up
OttOOiriv to inri annrie current:
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7 - TROUBLZ SHOOTING
7.1 fttaimnt powersupply
The appearanee of the teehnicat screen wfth message:
RLAMENT POWER SUPPLY FA1L

Indcales a u;,^;al ybiw I ihs block eonssiing of PCB 92-073 and tube fiiament,
\H THESE CODTONS. HGH VOLTAGE CCT S OPEN. DO NOT EXECUTJE_ANY
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1 ~ DESCRIPTION
The X-ray tube used n this unit is the grounded cathode type.
The high tensin generator has positive polarity with rsped, to the yround.
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The valu of high tensin required is set by the CPU thiough an S^bit opto-insulated bus
IC6/IC7/IC8.
It is important to point out that the ground return of the opto-insulated commands is
physically nterlocked to the ray button. This means that the commands can be transferred
from the CPU to the high voltage feeder orily when this is activated.
The PWM controller reglales ttie tensin applied to the bridge that is necessary to obtain
the kV valu set by the CPU.
A loop band width of about 3 k.Hz and the feedforward of the regulator ensure perfect
stabilization of the high voltage valu and lolally cancel tho doubie frequency mains ripple
from the output wave form.
The characteristics described above allow for a perfect wave form without overshoot and with
a kV valu that is totally independent o the anodic curren! valu supplied to the tube.
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The oscillograrn shows the high tensin form or 20 kV and 35 kV measured on TP1.
The kV wave form does not present overshoot in any operating stale and the kV valu is
iridependent of the current fed to the tube.
The current lirnitation of the chopper ensures perfec protection from current overloads at
output and a constant conductance of the kV rise time typical of 1.5 ms.
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The oscillograrn to the left shows the

kV wave forrn of an HV generator of a
similar mamrnography unit, made with
conventional technology.
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technology described here, appears
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2 - CHECKINGINTERNAL Kv (TP1/TP2)
The check can be made with a normal digital tester with a range of 1000 Vdc full scale arj
lOMOhm input impedance without the assistance of an High Voltage, divider inserted in tff
anodic circuit.
To make the check, connect the voltmeter or memory oscilloscope on TP1/TP2 (GND) of thl
94-132board.
Exclude ray nterruption with the [RESET alarm]+[kV+] button, valid only for one exposure
the DIP4 SW1 PCB 01-170 button, permanently, select the manual technique and a mf
valu that s high enough to consent a stable reading.
KV
20 kV
21 kV
22 kV
23 kV
24 kV
25 kV
26 kV
27 kV
28 kV
29 kV
30 kV
31 kV
32 kV
33 kV
34 kV
35 kV
VTP1/2(1%)
279 Vdc
293 Vdc
307 Vdc
320 Vdc
334 Vdc
348 Vdc
362 Vdc
376 Vdc
390 Vdc
404 Vdc
41 8 Vdc
432 Vdc
446 Vdc
460 Vdc
474 Vdc
488 Vdc
The table shows the kV vales and the corresponding vales measured on TP1/TP2.
NOTE
1) The:values in the table are valid f the reference voltage of the kV DAC measured o
TP8is5.00Vdc (standard calibration).
2) In exceptional instances kV vales can be calibrated with the RV5 trimmer (PCB 94
132). In this ristance the reference vales on TP1/TP2 are no longer valid. RegulatngJ
the kV made with RV5 is the only one for the whole range. It is advisable to correct the
28kV reference valu.
3) The kV vales are not affected by the mains voltage within the specified limits
4) The kV vales are not affected by the anodic load within the specified limits
5) DIP4 SW1 on board 01-170 must be in the ON position to exclude ray nterruption
measurement. The same effect can be obtained by pressing the [RESET alarm]+[kV-j
button, a valid function only for the next exposure
6) Measurement of the kV valu MUST be done exclusively in MANUAL mode since
Automatic mode exposure s always preceded by the pre-exposure impulse.
7) The kV vales are not affected by the replacement of one of blocks composing the HV
feeder and no recalibration is necessary after repairs have been made, if the kV valuej
has not been corrected with RV5
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3 - CHECKING EXTERN AL kV
1)
Measurement of the kV valu with non-invasive nstruments MUST be done exclusively

with a MOLYBDENUM filter in those units with a Mo/Rh selectable filter and never with a
cornpressor between the X-ray source and the tool.
2) Measurement of the kV valu done with non-invasive instruments s affected bv the
instrument's linearitv error dependinq on the kV. It s advisable to refer to the nstrument
manual and n particular to the indications about corrective coefficients dependinq on the
kV and the thickness of the Molvbdenum filter. A ube that shows metallization problems
on the ray window does not allow correct non invasive measurement of the kV and
MUST neverthless be replaced.
3) The most reliable and precise measurement is done with an external HV dividen
Other measures usted in the preceding paragraph remain valid.
4 -CHECKING AND ADJUSTMENT POINTS

TP1-TP2 for kV checks on the MOSFET IN VERTER (PCB 94-132)
TP11 RV2 for adiustinq mximum output current
RV1 for kV correcti
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TP1/TP2
TP3
TP4
TP5
TP6
TP7
TP8
kV check according to conversin table

reference grounding
+5 Vdc
exposure time control
reference frequency SOkHzor 100 kHz(optional)
kV control from CPU 1 /100 VTP1
+5.00 Vdc of DAC reference (standard calibration)
TP9
notused
TP10
internal input voltage +15Vdc
TP11
output current limitation reference
TP12
output current 1 Vdc=1 OA
TP13
reference grounding
PCBOO-16&
IS CHOPPER and BRIDGE output control
T.A.
INVERTER output current control 1 Vac=1 OA
5 -EXPOSURE TIME CONTROL
The control can. be made by a memory oscilloscope connected to TP5/TP2(GND).

An impulse is present on this point, about 13Vdc wide and lasting as long as the exposure ;|
time.
6 - ADJUSTMENT MAX OUTPUT CURRENT
The inverter has an output current limit through the RV2 trimmer. The voltage reference on;
TP11 for the various configurations is:
1.5 Vdc standard
5kW 2.0Vdc option
1.7 Vdc bimetallic tube option
If the filament current can allow the anodic current to exceed the set valu limit, the output
kV valu is reduced in order not to exceed the mximum allowed power.
7- CONTROL LED
The green LED1 ndicates the soundness of the F2 fuse and the functioning of the internal||
input at+15Vdc.
The yellow LED1 turns on during exposure and can be used to verify continuous or pulsated||
X-ray emission.
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There are no on-site reparable parts inside the inverter and the HV transformer.
Since dmage to the inverter could have been caused by damage to the HV transformer, it s
advisble to replace both of them to avoid the risk of damaging the new Inverter.
On-site checking, to see if the HV transformer functions, is not possible with the normal
instruments provided with the unit.
The Mosfet inverter and the HV transformer can both be repaired at the factory.
If the following message appears:
... INVERTER
POWER = OK SERVICE = NOK
Check fuse F2 on board 94-132
...
. INVERTER
POWER = NOK SERVICE = OK
Check the input power of the inverter and associated fuses.
Check the tensions and the control circuit of the power input.
The trip threshold of the control circuit s regulated by RV1 on the 92-082 motherboard and
must be 1.05dc on TP1 (TP2 gnd)
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The control circui can be excluded during testing by short-circuiting the JP1 bridge on the
CPU 92-082 motherboard.
INSUFRCIENT ANODIC CURRENT

Carry out the kV check and if the voltage on i P1/TP2 s zero, the inverter must be replaced.
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1- INTRODUCTION
The unit has an Automatic Exposure Control (AEC) that is among the most advanced
available on thejnarket today.
Operation of the" AEC is based on the actual density of the organ to be examined, measured
by a very brief X-ray impulse called "pre-exposure".
This is the only way of knowing the density of the organ that, as such, cannot be validly
shown by its thickness.
The radiation [r] read by the detector during pre-exposure shows the density of the organ and
after being converted to a number that is inversely proportional to it.it will be used on the
process of exposure control that will continu in a completely numeric form, except for the
Dose integration.
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The above figure shows a time schematization of the exposure concept in ZERO POINT
technique, with completely automatic kV and mAs.
The parameter [p] derived directly from the [r], the density of the breast being examined, s
used as a poiner on two look-up tables containing the kV and mAs necessary for obtaining
an image with the right blackening and contrast to fully satisfy any Quality Protocol in the
Mammography field today.
A high valu [p] corresponds to a small density organ and low vales of kV and mAs are
taken from the tables.
A low valu [p] corresponds to a large density organ and high vales of kV and mAs are
taken from the tables
With the kV and mAs vales taken from the tables, the exposure that was interrupted after
the pre-exposure impulse is resumed.
The kV vales in the table cannot be modified, but four different tables are made available to
the operator, with different kV profiles suited to different requirements that go beyond the
possibilities offered by the well-known High Contrast (HC) and Low Dose (LD) techniques.
From the control panel, the operator can not only select the technique that he feels most
suitable at the time, he can also make fine-tuning in steps of 0.5kV on the kV range selected.
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The aboye figure is a diagram of the operating possibilites of the DEATA PLUS software in
its maxmurn confguration with Bimeallic Tube and automatic Mo/Rh Filter.
MAMMOGRAPHY,UNIT
16x TILM/SCREEN COMBINATIONS

(OR OPERATOR'S CHOICE OF OTHER .
FILM/SCREEN/ANODE/FILTER/Kv/OPERATINO
TECHNIODES) (ALSO'CHOICE F REFERENCE
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TECHNIOUES
(16xFILM/SCREEN COMBINATIONS) x (JxANOOE/riLTER COMSINATIONS).-x (4xEXPOSURE TECHNIOUES ) x (40PERATING TECHNIOUES)
768 DIFFERENT TECHNIQUES AVAILABLE

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1.1 - Mammography system

The Mammography unit, the Film, the X-ray Cassettes and Screen, the developer and
developihg Chemicals are the components that all together make up one SINGLE SYSTEM,
the final prpduc of which is the X-ray mage.
IVFTALTRONTrA
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To obtain a good X-ray mage, each component of the SYSTEM plays a determining role anc
must be appropriately managed and biended with the others.
No system s able to provide results suited to the requirements of present Quality Contro
protocols without an appropriate calibration that takes, into account all the specif<
characteristics of the single components.
The scope of this procedure is to crate the right blend amongst the system components fo
obtaining the required level of blackening and ts constancy within the variability limits o
breast density with the mnimum dose possible.
Some key information will be provided below on how to obtain a good image with minimun
dose.
1.2 - Selecting film/screen combinaion
For mximum image quality, it is advisable to use only film/screen combination
recommended by he manufacturer.
The United States regulations have made this recommendation a requirement.
The X-ray cassettes for mammography use have only one intensifying screen that convertirle X-rays to light that mpresses the image on film.
Every screen has ts own ray/light conversin factor that must be suited to the film to bi
used.
Films for mammography use are single emulsin and have various sensitivities an<
contrasts.
An appropriate choice of these producs is reflected in image quality. We leave thi.'
responsibility to the user, dutifully pointing out the difference in dosage that this can entail.
LARGE FOCUS + POTTER BUCKY

MR5 + DETAIL
MINRH + MINR
Cm
KV
mAs
kV
mAs
5.5
28.0
480
23
28.0
190
24
The tables shows the mAs necessary for obtaining the same blackening on 5.5 cm o
Plexigls, using two different films/screens.
The difference is considerable: 480/190=2.5 times!
1.3 Developer
Film for mammography use has treatment characteristics that are very specific and difieren
from those used for other film.
A dedicated developer is recommended for treating mammography film, which guarantee;
temperature and development time suited to the specific film.
Development temperature is generally between 34 and 35 C and has a marked influence o
the radiological dose necessary to obtain the required blackening.
METAL TRONICA
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2- CONTROL TESTS
In this configuration, calibrating the detector sensitivity is of mximum mportance in order to
guarantee the correct correspondence of the exposure parameters taken from the kV/mAs
tables, with the organ density.
To faciltate control and calibration of parameter [r] each unit has a plain block of Plexigls
(dummy) for a rapid control and a simple re-calibration of the time. The dummy s a relative
reference that is characterized in the factory after system calibration with an absolute
reference.
The dummy is an integrating part of the unit, can be used also by the operator and must
always be available to the operator throughout time.
During the test the system must be configured as shown n the following figure.
USE FFD 6 60 cm WITH A C BYM ARM
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Select large focus

Select the ZERO point technique
Remove the compressor
Use the panoramic collimator pate
Remove the cassette
Deactivate the potter, blocking compressor return on end of exposure and pressing the
"compression +" button
Position the 7 cm dummy so that t covers he detector perfectly
Repeat the test for each of the three fields of the PHTM900 (triple detector).
This configuration was selected in order to elimnate all the variable components that
could be found between the beam source and the detector.
After exposure, check the [r] valu and if it difers more than +/-10 from the valu shown on
the dummy, recalibrate the [r] parameer.
2.1 - OFFSET [o] CALIBRATION
The valu of the detector offset appears in the lower left of the display when one of the two
automatic techniques is selected. The offset valu depends on the temperature.
The valu must be checked after at least 5 minutes from turning the unit on and t should be
105 with PHTM 9000. The system loses its linearity if the valu reaches zero or exceeds
20. Great variations of the [r] GAIN regulation influence the offset valu and require
correction.
Check and correct if necessary the OFFSET valu for all three available fields.
2.2 - DETECTOR [r] GAIN CALIBRATION
At the basis of good system operation the valu of [r] s correct.
Valu [r] depends on:
a) Precisin of the kV valu
b) Precisin of the mA anodic current
c) Detector gain calibration.
Before proceeding with gain calibration, make sure that the vales referred to n points a)
and b) are correct.
The valu of [r] appears in the lower left of the display when one of the two automatic
techniques are selected.
The valu must be checked after at least 5 minutes from turning the unit on and t should be
the same as the valu shown on he test dummy +/-10.
offset CW = increases
gain CW = decreases
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3 - PROCEDURE PREPARATION
3.1 - Developer
The developer must be n perfect conditions for use with developing and fixing replaced a
day beforehand.
3.2 - X-ry cassette for tests
Select and mark a cassette that will be the only one used or all the tests.
If possible, select the cassette with optical density as cise as possible to the average
measured on all those available.
3.3 - Film pack for tests
Make sure that there is enough film n the pack being used to complete the procedure.
Otherwise open a new pack.
3.4 - Test dummy

A Plexigls test dummy is supplied with each unit, made up of three 2 cm layers, one 1 cm
layer and one 0.5 cm layer.
In each layer there s a small steel sphere placed at an increasing distance from the left
edge.
These spheres identify the layers in order to guarantee that the position and the composed
layers can be repeated, important factors for correct calibration.
3.5 - O.D. reference X-ray
If there s no sensitometer, expose a film in manual 28kV technique, with a 4 cm dummy with
optical density between 1 and 2.
If this procedure gives rise to doubts on the stability of the developer, repeating the same Xray will provide a simple and quick estmate.
3.6 - Time for carrying out procedure
For best results, t is recommended to carry it out without interruptions.
3.7 - Anode flter combination
If the unit has an automatic Mo/Rh filter or bimetallic tube, manually select the correct
situation from the panel n order to avoid tripping by the automatic filter.
3.8 - Software installation
Crate a directory for it on the hard disk and copy all the files from the floppy disk to t.
Due to the use of the serial Communications port, this software cannot be used in DOS
emulation from Windows.
Restart the computer in DOS mode or, better yet, using the F8 function key at start-up,
before Windows takes control of the unit.
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FLATIII TECHNICAL MANUAL
4 - STARTDEATA PLUS PROCEDURE
MAMMO UNIT management software

DEATA PLUS for CPU 01-170
=< entry men >=

1)
2)
3)
Q)
LOAD CALIBRATION FILE

CALIBRATION FILES list
LAST 1300 EXPOSURES MEMORY CAPTURE + STATISTICS
QUIT
CALIBRATION FILE
Start the program with option 1 in order to continu working on an existing file or to crate a
new one
FILM/SCREEN COMBINATION
Select the Film/Screen number to calbrate in the 1 to 16 range..
=< FILH/SCREEM selecton >seect FILM SCREEN identity code in tlte range 1 to 16
FILM/SCREEM ID number =
ANODE/FILTER COMBINATION
Select the Anode/Filter combination to calbrate.
-< ftNODE/FILTER selection >=
each FILM SCREEN conbination has four independent c a l i b r a t i o n
files, one for each one of the four NODE/FILTER conbination
1 = anode Ho * f i l t e r fo
Z = anode Ha + filter Rh
3 = anode U + f i l t e r Bh
TftRGET/FILTER SELECT10M =
Option (2) s available only or tube with Mo anode

Option (3) is available only for ube with Mo/W anode
METALTRONTCA
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FLAT IIITECHNIGAL MANUAL
W!th DEATA PLUS all Anode/Filtercombinations can be used indefinitely, in both ZERO
POINT mode and ONE POINT mode.
MFTAT,TRONIC A
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NON-EXISTENT FILE
If the number entered does not correspond to any file, the following message will appear:
file ame does not exist

Press <C> to continu search
Press <D> for directory iist
Press <N> to crate a new file
SelectC/D/N?
To crate a new file use N (new), and enter again the number of the file to crate.
It is advisable to use the same serial number as the unit so it will be easy to find in the future.
EXISTING FILE
If the file selected exists, the file heading information will appear.
(figure)
FOISNOOI.HH
-<file heading infornations>-
LAST UPDATE Z0:51:36 10-Z5-1999

DEFAULT HIT S/H
Last uorking technique 15
enter V to confirn /
C to continu search /Q to Quit?
If the data correspond to the data being searched for, digit Y.
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MAIN MEN
AII cabration operations can be performed from the main MEN.
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
A)
B)
O
D)
E)
Q)
=< m a i n ncnu >=

UIEU/EDIT ENUIRONMENT INFORMATIONS (processor)
UIEU/EDIT SEMSITOMETR1C CURUE
SELECT OPERATIMG TECHMIQUE
RS232 COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE
mAs /O.D. interpolator
UIEU/EDIT ZERO POINT MODE CALIBRATION FACTORS
DEFINE PERCENTAGE FOR MANUAL DENSITY CONTROL
STORE UALUES IN FLAT UNIT
UIEU/EDIT 1 POINT MODE CORRECTIOM FACTORS
UIEU SELECTED FILE ON UIDEO
PRINT SELECTED FILE
UPDATE FILE
DOS SHELL
GENRATE NEU FILE
QUIT
operatipg technique
> 15)FPN Mo/Mo LD
uorking file
> F01SN001.MM <
<
ENVIRONMENTALCONDITION
Gathering general information regarding the system and all ts components is very important
and useful for fture reference and in order to dentify file conten.
-'
<etiu ironnenta 1 cond it ions>

DEFAULT UNIT S/N
DFILM/SCREEN Large NO Grid STD
2)FILM/SCREEN Large
3)FILM/SCREEN Small NO Grid STD
4)FILM/SCREEN Snall
S)FILM/SCREEN Large NO Grid EXT
6)FILM/SCREEN Large
7)FILM/SCREEN Small NO Grid EXT
8)FILM/SCREEN Snall
9)FILN/SCREEN Large NO Grid HC
10)FILM/SCREEN Large
IDFILM/SCREEN Small NO Grid HC
12)FILM/SCREEN Snall
13)FILM/SCREEN Large NO Grid LD
14)FILN/SCREEN Large
16)FILM/SCREEN Small
15)FILM/SCREEN Snall NO Grid LD
DEFAULT PROCESSOR
DEFAULT DEUELOPER
DEFAULT FIX
DEFAULT PROCESSOR TEMPERATURE
DEFAULT PROCESS TIME
DEFAULT AfIBIENT TEMPERATURE
Grid
Grid
Grid
Grid
Grid
Grid
Grid
Grid
STD
STD
EXT
EXT
HC
HC
LD
LD
unit type, s/n, place of installation ?

<CR to leaue unchanged>
The sequence of nformation requested must be respected.
The program can be abandoned only after the last request line.
Pressing the CR key leaves unaltered any nformation currently presented.
MFTAI TRONICA
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SENSITQMETRIC CURVES
For each operating technique regarding the film/screen pair, the sensitometric curves
devloped during calibration can be saved separately.
Since the calibration process can probably be completed n different times, this could be very
useful for comparing sensitometry throughout time, and a special SHOW ALL function is
provided to display the 16 curves at the same time in different colours.
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
IHE 22:59:52 CUTE 01-19-19%
TEF NUHBEB 10 REDEF. O.B. / C=COHFftBE / Q=QUII
18
11
12
13
11
15
16
17
18
19
28
Zl
O.D.
0.0."
O.D.=
O.D.O.D.=
O.D.=
O.D.=
O.D.=
O.D.=
O.D.
O.B.
O.D.=
O.D.D.B.O.D.*
O.D.*
D.D.=
O.D.=
O.D.*
O.B.O.D.=
O.B.=
Base Fog
Speed Index
Contr Index
8.18
0.1B
8.13
6.19
8.19
8.21
9.22
8.26
6.31
e.51
8.89
1.11
2.00
2.55
3.61
3.38
3.51
3.63
3.71
3.7S
3.78
3.
* 0.18
= 11
= 3
To enter the vales, first enter the step number, then ihe O.D. n the following form: X.XX.
Detailed Information about the sensitometry can be obtained from specific literature.
It is important to clarify that all successive points depend on the sensitometric curves and
only their stability in short and long term can give optimum O.D. results.
The C COMPARE function s a special one for comparing the current curve with one
contained n another file.
After pressing key "C", enter the ame of the file (including the extensin) and the two curves
will be displayed on the screen.
stC[)
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step
step 18
step 11
step 12
step 13
step 11
step 15
step 16
step 17
step IB
step 19
step 26
step 21
lME 22:59:52 DOTE 01-19-1996
TEF MU1BEH TO BEBEF. O.D. / C^COtlPdRE / Q=QUII
MFTAT
Base * Fog
Speed Index
Contr Index
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The figure shows two curves with FUJI UM-HA-HC. The highest is obtained with KODAK
developer with 180 seconds of development time, while the lowest with FUJI with 90 seconds
of development time.
1HE 22:43:51 DfltE 02-01-1596

TEP hUMBER TO REDEF. O.D. / C=COnrftBE
The figure shows the curves obtained with the same configurations of the preceding figure,
with the highest curve obtained under normal conditions, while the lowest one under
unacceptable developer conditions for normal use.
The pre-existing curves can be used as reference for calibrating other developers.
OPERA TING TECH IQUES
Every film/screen combination has 16 different operating techniques, with parameters that
can be totally and independently defined.
01 = 1 rge focus uithout Bucky Mo/Ho
oz
= 1 rge focus uith

03 = s o l focus uithout
0-1 = s all focus uith
05 = 1 rge focus uithout
06 * 1 rge focus uith
07 * s all focus uithout
08 = s all focus uith
10 = 1 rge focus uith
11 = s all focus uithout
12 = s all focus uith
14 = large focus uith
15 = swall focus uithout
16 = smil focus uith
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Bucky
Ducky
Operating technlque IB nunber
STflMDflRD
STANDARD
STANDARD
STANDARD
EXTENDED
EXTENDED
EXTENDED
EXTENDED
H16H CONTRAS!
tto/Ho HIGH CONTRAST
ho/Ho HIGH CONTRAST
No/No HIGH CONTRAST
Moxlo LOU DOSE
tto/*MoLOU DOSE
Mo/Mo LOU DOSE
H/Mo LOU DOSE
flo/Ho
ho/tto
Mo/Mo
Mo/Mo
No/fio
Moxlo
Ho/Mo
Ho/Ho
=?
The four standard operating techniques are repeated four times n relationship to the four
different kV ranges available to the operator at the control panel during normal operations in
ZERO POINT mode with kV and mAs completely set on automatic.
The four ranges are dentified as:
STD Standard
EXT Extended
HC High Contrast
LD Low Dose
The current work technique is highlighted on all screens and stored in the configuraron file,
to be automatically reloaded each time the file s opened again.
MF.TAT,TRONICA
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5 - LINEAR CALIBRATION OF OPTICAL DENSITY

5.1 - Selection o test layers
Before starting test X-rays, the number of Plexigls layers to be used must be defined, min.
3, max. 8, and their thickness.
The minimum procedure is based on three thicknesses, 2, 4, 6 cm.
For each dummy thickness selected, the relative valu of [p] must be checked to see that it is
in the center of a kV valu, and not near the margin between two kV vales.
If this point does not fall in the middle of the kV interval, there can be a difference of 0.5 kV
between successive exposures; this MUST be avoided.
For checking, refer o the chart on operation technique for calibration (STD, HC, LD, EXT),
focal spot and anode/filter combination.
Use the 0.5 thickness of Plexigls or else remove the compressor to make a distance from
the kV margin.
Repeat the test for all thicknesses that are to be used.
5.2 - Test X-rays and calibration data collecton
The following figure shows an example with three thicknesses of Plexigls: 2.5 cm, 4.5 cm,
and 6.5 cm.

Data collection is based on two x-rays for each thickness, with an optical density higher and
one lower trian the reference thickness.
After each exposure, the calibration data:
mAs, p, i
are sent from the mammography unit to the computer and can be received and displayed
using function 4 "RS232 COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE" from the main men.
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1 .2
;. :
,
.
pAH14.ri
. O D H . = 1.47
|mAsH=62.6
O.D.H.=1,54
= 286
^7S
mASH=191.8
.O.D.H.-1.49
=407
p=42
+01
raorioTn
Jrirtl
OQ7
mAsL=45.4
--'-=1-9
=ZL.
msL=52.6 1
O.D.L.-1.17
p=41
..-J
n 1
1
0.
o
2.5
4.5
6.5
cm PLEXI
Measure the Optcal Density of the film with the densitometer, check that this is higher ODH
or lower ODL than what s required and record the mAs, p, i parameters in the experimental
datatable.
Experimental data tabie
cm
2.5
4.5
6.5
Parameters for O.D.<1.2

Parameters for O.D.>1.2
mAsH O.D.H pulse(i) Plog(p) mAsL O.D.L plog(p)
1.47
0.97
120
10.1
119
14.5
170
1.54
45.4
1.09
78
62.6
286
78
1.17
41
152.6
191,8
1.49
407
42
LARGEFOCUS WITH POTTER BUCKY (UM-A-HC)

The parameters for ach exposure are defined H if they refer to film with optical density
higher than the reference valu, and L in the opposite case.
In the example above, an optical density of 1.2 was selected.
To obtain higher or lower O.D. vales than the reference ones, the MANUAL DENSITY
CONTROL can be used to increase or decrease the mAs valu.
It'nriustbe remembered that the H and L vales of the O.D. MUST be far from the elbows of
the sensitometric curve.
If the optical density obtained is the same as the reference density, t is not necessary to
make another exposure for ihe same thickness, and the parameters obtained will be the final
ones for bilding the curve.
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5.3 -mAs and O,D. data interpolation

The data collected in the preceding table must be processed with an nterpolator in order to
obtain the vales necessary for building the calibration curve.
In the example, the reference O.D. selected was 1.2.
nAs / O.D. interpo lator
>4 XX.XkU ???.?mAs F .30 PB Mo AECO D+0 FSX
>5 rXXXX pXXX I???? d X cXXX xXXX oXXX
nAs
=
O.D.
pulseC i ) =
nfts
O.D .
roAs
=
pulseCi) =
highest nAs
<ESC to escpe>
ualue =
each point is def ined uith tuo shots , one uith O.D.> 1.2 one uith O.D.< 1.2
The nterpolator is very easy to use since the software asks n sequence for data to be
entered, as specified in the table.
The procedure s to be repeated for each thickness in the table.
At the end of interpolating the data of each thickness, the interpolator gives the vales
mAs, I (pulse)
to be nserted in the table of interpolated vales.
Table of interpolated data
cm
2.5
4.5
6.5
mAs
11.9
49.1
155.9
pulse(i)
140
224
331
P'og(p)
O.D.
120
78
42
1.2
1.2
1.2
The valu of p remains the same as the preceding table since it is the density of the
Plexigls dummy for that specific thickness.
5.4 - Buldng the ZERO POINT calibration curve
Select option 5 from the main men to define the calibration curve, using the parameters
taken from the TABLE OF INTERPOLATED POINTS.
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1>PLOG=
O
2>PLOG= 45
3>PLOG= 62
4)PLOG= 80
5>PLOG= 100
6)FLOG= 120
7>PLOG= 143
B)FLOG= 159
TRIP
TKIP
IRIP
O.D.
i
i,
i '. ,'.'.;
:
',.
;
SID-
PULSE=Z160
PULSE=1038
PULSE= 681
PULSE= 534
PULSE= 415
PULSE= 3Z7
PULSE= 267
PULSE= 240
FOIMT tto/Rh
POIMI U/Rh
POIMI Lou p
correctlon
= 55
=41
= 10
= 120 x
0 8 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 7 8 8 9 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
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FILrVSCREEM Large Grld ST 4 Z O 8 6 4 2 O
;-:'.';
PLOG
=redeflneCn), insert(I), remoue(R)

Ho/Rh trip polnt(Ttl), U/Rh trlp point(IU), Lou tp] exposure disable CL)
O.D. correction X (0), quit(Q)
select one ? \ rename (N), insert (I), remove , Mo/Rh trip point (T), quit
(Q) ?
From the screen display shown above t is possible to define the calibration curve; the
vertical dimensin (PULSE(i)) is automatically adjusted according to the mximum valu
inserted.
The number of PLOG/PULSE data pairs can be decreased (remove) or increased (insert).
Inser the p and i vales contained in the Table of Interpolated Data in ncreasing PLOG
order.
Aftr nsertig the p and i pairs of vales obtained from the preceding tests, it s necessary to
manallv adiust the beginninq (p=0) and the end (p=160) of the curve.
The number ofT impulses is selected in order to continu the natural progress of the curve
without formina dscontinuitv and points of inflexin.
If the curv obtained with only three thicknesses is not considered satisfactory, other
thicknesses can be defined to complete the Job.
5.5 - Storing data in the unit
After the building of the Zero Point curve s completed, the Calibration File must be updated
to avoid data loss and proceed to transferring these data to the Mammography unit through
the RS232 serial connection.
During data transfer the parameters are displayed on the screen and all other functions are
disabled.
Two different messages are displayed n the case of correct or incorrect transfer.
In the case of error, the transfer must be repeated and the connection checked.
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iafter confirmation.
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5.6 Linearty check

The unit is now ready to give a constan! blackening in O point state in the operating mode
just programmed.
After setting the Manual Density command on ZERO, make one control exposure for each
dummy thickness, noting the vales obained n the table for Calibration Check and verify
that the film density is that requested, with a mximum margin of 0.2 Optical Density
between the lighter and the darker Film.
CaSibration Check
Cm
2.5
4.5
6.5
MAs
12.2
kV
plog(p)
pulse(i)
D.O.
25.5
119
142
50.9
26.5
78
224
152.6
27.5
38
312
1.25
1.23
1.12
D.O. max 1.25 - D.O. min 1.12 =0.1 3

5.7 - ZERO POINT curve for the other operating modes
Every operating mode on the unit that is going to be used has its ZERO POINT curve that
must be calibrated n the same way described so far.
5.8 - Rhodium flter management
FLAT units may be equipped with an automatic Mo/Rh filter.
Filter selection is automatic and depends on breast density, verified during pre-exposure.
The TRIP POINT T can be programmed, but it is not advisable to change it unless there are
well-evaluated reasons based on the statistical readings based on the last 1300 exposures.
For the Rhodium filter to function, the calibration curve of the relative Anode Filter
combinatlon must be programmed.
During calibration of this curve, bear in mind that the part of the curve used will be more to
the right, beyond the relative p valu at the threshold point T.
., ;
A short part of the curve to the left of the T point could nevertheless be used if the operator
has manuaily selected the Rhodium Filter.
5.9 - Modificaron of the reference Density after calibration
After building the ZERO POINT curve based on the reference O.S. selected in the beginning,
it may become necessary to modify it.
Use option (O) to add or subtract a percentage valu to move the calibration curve up or
down, giving rise to an increase or a decrease of O.D..
5.10- Mximum breast density limit
With the DEATA PLUS software, it is possible to define a mximum work limit (LOW p)
defined as mximum breast density, to interrupt exposure after the sampiing impulse^
releasing a doseofless than 1 mAs.
The limit is defined according to he specific characteristics of each single installation, in
order to avoid releasing excessive doses, which could make the Film unusable as a
cnseqUence of unforeseeable operating errors, such as an undeclared silicone prosthesis.
In
this
case
the
AEC
ERROR
alarm
is
generated.
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;FLAT IIITECHNICAL MANUAL
5.11 - Disabling Operating Technique and/or Film Screen

I Disabling an Operating Technique or the entire Film Screen is done by storing the relative
curve or curves with the valu of i=0 for the first pair of vales that correspond to p = 0.
Tempted exposure with Techniques with a curve that has =0 for p=0 does not start tube
lotation and generales the message "TECHNIQUE NOT PROGRAMMED"
p. 12 - MANUAL DENSITY CORRECTION
,The variationof Optical Density linked to each step of Manual Density control depends on
the specific characteristics of each Film/Screen combination.
For mximum conformity wih the specific requests of each Quality Protocol, all manual
;correcton steps of blackening can be programmed on the PC for all FILM/SCREENS.
=<X FOR MANUAL DENSITY CONTROL STEP>=n
step 1) -5 45 y.
step 2) _A 52 y.
step 3) -3 61 y.
step 4) -2 72 y.
step 5) -1 85 y.
step 6) 0 100 y.
step 7) + 1 115 y.
step 8) +2 132 y.
step 9) +3 152 y.
step 10) +4 175 y.
step 11) +5 201 y.
Mn yMn
<I7TI
Input step number (Q to Quit)

select step number 1 to 11 and after input step
ualue '/. to correct ns ualue and related f i l n O.D,
\r the definition of the % correction vales relative to each step, it is advisable to use: :
p|
Dummy thickness of an intermedate valu 4.5 cm and 28kV
Technique of the two Films with Density higher and lower than the desired
density.
Intrpolator
The % valu is easily obtained by a calculation based on the mAs vales obtained.
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6 - ONE POINT MODE CALIBRATION

In the ONE POINT mode, the kV are selected by the operator and the mAs are automatic.
This operating rfiode is based on the calibration data of the ZERO POINT technique,
opportunely compensted by correction factors defined according to the difference d in
seps of 0.5 kV, between the automatic ZERO POINT kV and those set by the Operator,
ONE POINT.
These correction factors are defined for three different cases, after building the ZERO
POINT calibration curve.
=< one point rnode men >=
kUlp < 30kU > kUOp
= 1
kVlp >= 30kU > kUOp
= 2
kUlp < kUOp
= 3
SELECT OHE / Q TO QUIT ?
SELECT 1, 2, OR 3, WHICHEVER IS APPLICABLE.

OPTION 1
To calbrate the reply at 28kV fixed and variable thicknesses.
kUlP < 30kV > kUOP
01) kUlP ~ kUOP +0 .5
02) kUlP '~ kUOP *1 .0
03) kUlP , kUOP +1 .5
04) kUlP .= kUOP +2 .0
05) kUlP .- kUOP +2 .5
06) kUlP = kUOP +3 .0
07) kUlP i kUOP +3 .5
08) kUlP = kUOP +4 .0
09) kUlP ,= ^ kUOP +4 .5
10) kUlP = kUOP +5 .0
100X
100X
lOOx
lOOx
lOOx
lOOx
lOOx
lOOx
100X
lOOx
150 x
140 X
130 X
120 X
110 X
100 X
90 X
80 X
70 X
60 X
50 X
e 6oa
A Â VA. A
^ ii vAv Av v
A v'
V
v %f v
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 123 45 6 7 8 9 0
kUlp < 30kU
kUlp > 30kU
riHE 22:59:52 DATE 01-19-1996UMM+HMnOFINE

STEP MUMBER FOR X CORREGION FACTOR, I FOR INTERPOLATOR, Q TO QUIT|
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and use the following table fOr data collection.

28kV
mAs
plog(p)
pulse(i)
20mm
30mm
40mm
50mm
D(kV)
O.D.
OPTION2
To calbrate the reply at 30kV fixed and variable thicknesses.
kMlP >= 30kU > kUOP
11) Wlf = kUOP +5.5
12) kUlP = kUOP +6.O
13) kUlP = kUOP +6.5
14) JUlP = kUOP +7.0
15) kVlP = kUOP +7.5
20) kUlP = kUOP +10
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
100X
150 X
140 X
130 X
IZO X
110 X
100
90
80
r0
60
50
X
X
X
X
X
X
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
00000000010000000001
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 34 5 67 89 O
C 30kU
kUlp > 30kU
TIHE 22:59:52 DATE 01-19-1996UMn+riAMMOF INE

TVPE STEP NUMBER FOR X CORRECTIOM FACTOR, I FOR IMTERPOLATOR, Q TO QUIT|
and use the following table for data collection.

30kV
50mm 60mm
Mas
plogCp)
Pulse(i)
D(kV)
O.D.
MF,TAT,TRONTCA
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OPTION 3
To calbrate kV1 P<kVOP
01) kUlP = kUOP -0.5 lOGx

02) kUlP = kUOP -i.o lOOx
190 'A
180 X
;::i]::i:j::fj:::p9:i:::
: : : : : : : i/:
05) kUlP = kWP -Z.5 130X

06) kUlP ~ kVOP -3 0 140X
07) kUlP = kUOP -3.5 150X
150 X
10)
11)
1Z)
13)
100 X
kUlP
kUlP
kUlP
kUlP
=
=
=
=
kUOP
kUOP
kUOP
kUOP
-5.0
-5.5
-6.0
-6.5
180X
190X
Z00X
ZlOx
130 X
: : : ;
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;..|.i.^.L|..L|...;...L|..;
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iI^f..L.i.i.i.i..L..L..i...L..L.;
30000000011111
1 2 3 4 S 6 7 B 9 0 1 Z 3 4
highest O.D. ualue =

louest nfts ualue louest O.D. ualue step number
=
1lighcst nfts
TIME 2Z:59:5Z DTE 01-19-1996r ft +HAH10F NE
ualue = |
The following table s fi'lled in, as an exarnple, with vales from a calibration:
45mm phantom
Mas
plog(p)
pulse(i)
D(kV)
O.D.
MPT A T TRONICA
26kV
120
28kV
79.8
77
466
-1
1.23
78
45.9
+3
1.28
30kV
54.8
78
459
+7
1.37
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7 - CALIBRARON FORMS
parameters for O.D.>
mAsH O.D.H Pulse(i) plog(p)
cm
parameters for O.D.<

mAsL O.D.L plog(p)
'
EXPERIMENTAL DATA
Cm
mAs
pulse(i) Plog(p)
O.D.
INTERPOLATED DATA
RLEpAf
FILM/SCREEN
HOSPITAL
OPERATOR
MFTAT.TRONICA
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Cm
MAs
KV
O.D.
Plog(p)
pulse(i)
./vi- -,
ZERO POINT FINAL DATA

PHANTOM 45 mm
26 kV
30 kV
28 kV
Mas
plog(p)
pulse(i)
d(kV)
O.D.
ONE POINT FINAL DATA (fixed thickness and variable kV)

28 kV
Ms
20 mm
30 mm
40 mm
50 mm
P'og(p)
pulse(i)
D(kV)
O.D.
ONE POINT FINAL DATA (28 kV fixed and variable thicknesses)
30Kv
mAs
Plog(p)
pulse(i)
d(kV)
O.D.
50mm
60mm
ONE POINT FINAL DATA (30 kV fixed and variable thicknesses)

FILE.DAT
FILM/SCREEN
HOSPITAL
OPERATOR
MFTATTRONTrA
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8 - REDUCED CALIBRA TION PROCEDURE

If the instrumentation necessary for DEATA PLUS calibration is not available, calibration of
the reference Optical Density may be done nevertheless, but in this case there s no
guarantee of obtaining suitable linearization.
Putting DIP 5 SW1 PCB 01-170 to ON, the foilowing functions of DEATA PLUS are reduced:
3 Film/Screens instead of 1 6
Only kV Standard range
Only Mo/Mo Anode Filter combination
The reference Optical Density valu can be corrected with the coefficient of % calibration.
Access to the percentage correction coefficient is obtained with DIP6 SW1 on board 01-170.
The variation of percentage correction valu is done with keys mAs+ and mAs- and the
relative valu appears on the display in the place of the Manual Density valu.
The variation of percentage correction valu is done with keys mAs+ and mAs- and the
relative valu appears on the display n the place of the Manual Density valu.
mAs(
Regulating the Optical Density must be done on a Mdium (4cm) dummy thickness,
repeating the sequence correction / exposure / Density check until the desired valu s
obtained.
In this configuration the unit has 3 preset curves in order to have different slants that allow a
limited and emprica! linearization of the Optical Density.
Density Linearization
After adjusting the Density to 4 cm, make a Film with 2 cm and one with 6 cm of Plexigls.
Compare the three Films and if the blackening is insufficiently constant, repeat the test with
another Film/Screen combination until the best compromise is found.
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9 - STORAGE OF LAST 1300 EXPOSURES

After every exposure, the following parameters:
>5 27.5RV 151.1mAs .30 Mo/Mos G OP D+1 F01\6 r0041 p041 0246 d O c100 %115 o00
The memory capacity s suficient to contain the information regarding the last 1300
exposures.
For data collection use option 5 rom the start men of the DEATA PLUS calibration
software, after having connected the RS232 cable to the COM1 port.
The parameters in the memory will be stored in two files with a TEC and .MED extensin.
'The first one contains technical parameters to be used by the Service. The second contains
radiological parameters exclusively, for use by the user.
Every file starts with a comment that can be entered by the operator, date and hour of
identification are added automatically.
At the end of data collection a third file with an .STT extensin is generated automatically,
containing a statistical analysis of the data collected (see dedicated paragraph).
The .TEC, .MED and .STT files are simple ASCII files, compatible with all existing text
editors, from DOS Edit.com to the latest versin of Word. They are created in APPEND,
which means that, using a ame of a file already n use, new nformation s added at the end
of the existing file.
WARNING: perform this operation only from the hard disk.
After starting the program and defining the file ame and comment, actvate the transfer from
'the control panel of the mammography unit.
|
Data download
press [BELL]+[man DENSITY+]
A beep will signal the download of each string, then 3 beeps signal that the last piece of
information has passed to the PC.
Data download nterrupton
press [BELLHman DENSITY-] and wait for 3 beeps.
Olean memory
press [BLL]+[man DENSITY-]+ [man DENSITY+] at the same time.
A 4-second beep shows that the memory has been cleaned.
It s advisable to clean the memory after each valid data coliection.
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STRINGS WITH RADIOLGICA!. DATA (for radiologists)

(string)
[23/07/01 11:10:27] time
r0041
[r] valu of breast density (inverse)
o008
[o] offset exposure meter
>5 - ; ' - . '
n o t important
27.5KV
kV
151.1 mAs
mAs
.30
focal spot measure 0.3
Mo/Mo
ANODE/FILTER combination used for exposure
S
,
kV ZERO POINT range s=STD h=HC I=LD e=EXT
G
PotterBucky
OP
ZERO POINT technique ,,
D-1
manual density
Dose if enabled
F01
FILM Screen used
n
"p
fe
STRINGS WITH TECHNICAL DATA (for Service)

(strings)
>5
not important
27.5kV
kV
151.1 mAs mAs

.30
focal spot dimensin (nominal) 0.3/0.1 mm
PB
. PotterBucky
Mo/Mo
ANODE/FILTER combination used for exposure
S
kV ZERO POINT range s=STD h=HC I=LD e=EXT
G
PotterBucky
OP
ZERO POINT technique
D-1 y Y
manual density
F01
FILM Screen used
>6
not important
r0041
[r] valu of the sampled radiation nversely proportional to breast density
p041
log [r] used n AEC calibration
I0246
impulses for dose integration used in the AEC calibration
dO
kV difference n steps of 0.5 kV between kV O points kV one point. Used in
AEC calibration.,
c100
ONE POINT percentage correction factor
%+00
blackening calibration factor with reduced procedure
o008
[o] offset exposure meter
C2 :
feld selected (PHTM 9000)
>7
not important
kS207
test kV
r005/0049/0050/0049
vales of [r] sampling
25C
temperature of X Ray Casing
X
end-of-exposure code
M=normal
A=AEC
B=low anode current
l=insufficient mAs
R=ray advance relase button
[23/07/01 11:10:27]
date/hour of exposure
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10 - STATISTICAL DATA
The data of the last 1300 exposures stored in the memory contain all the nformation for
making the tables that follow, automatically, at the end of the data download from the unit's
rnerory.
Ther are many ways that the data collected can be used by Health Physicists and service
technicians. By being able to modify some of the unit configuration parameters, they have a
valid instrument for evaluating the effects of the variations made.
The table that follows contains the simple count of exposures made, divided nto the two
focal spots.
This data s useful for understanding the type of use of the unit. A very low number of
exposures with Small Focus will emphasise that the unit is used mainly for Screening without
successive in-depth specific studies made with the enlargement technique.
=< exposures >

Large Focus
= 1285
Small Focus
=
23
Total
= 1308
(table)
The frequency that the three techniques, Manual, Zero Point and One Point, are used tells
the user's habits or operating preferences.
A high number of exposures n manual technique is normally due to performing biopsy
exams and exams on patients with silicone prostheses.
A significant number of exams in One Point technique should be studied with the user to see
f it is justfied by special exam requirements or f it conceals problems due to incorrect
calibration or poor development conditions, and therefore technically solvable.
ll
< Automatic / Manual >=

Auto mAs & kV
=910
Auto mAs
69
= 329
Manual Mode
The data in the next table allows us to evalate the tripping percentage of the Rhodium filter,
that n this case is about 10% of the patients.
A survey made on approximately 300 patients can be considered statistically representative
and therefore valid for comparing the data obtained with official statistics.
1
ife
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A significantly different percentage could be corrected by appropriately moving the trip point
of the Rhodium filter.
The effect of this change could be evaluated and if necessary corrected again after having
collected the data^f the next 1300 exposures.
< target / filter >

Mo/Mo
= 1189
Mo/Rh
= 119
W/Rh
=
O
Knowing the data regarding the Total Dose, Average Dose and Average mAs valu is
mportant for respecting the legislation on Radioprotection that provides for controlling the
dose released in radiographic exams.
The Mammographic exam is defined at Low Dose and the effective estmate of the Dose
necessary for obtaining a good image is fundamental for correct system management.
The Dose and mAs vales are directly correlated to the development and sensitivity
conditions of the Film/Screen combination used.
Comparison of the data collected on the same system in different periods and with other
similar systems allows an in-depth evaluation of performance.
The correct selection and administration of Development, Film and Screen can heavily
condition the Dose, in some cases being able to halve it.
=< Dose / mAs >

Total
DOSE (mGy) =
Average DOSE (mGy) =
Average mAs
=
xxxx
xx.x
xx.x
The last table highlights the frequency of use of each kV valu and can be useful for a
further evaluation of the system usage conditions.
KV .
21 .OkV
22 .OkV
23 .OkV
24 .OkV
25 .OkV
26 .OkV
27 .OkV
28 .OkV
29 .OkV
30 .OkV
31 .OkV
32 .OkV
33 .OkV
34 .OkV
35 .OkV
METALTRONICA
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
14
25
26
34
138
169
288
52
8
6
0
0
0
0
0
21 .5kV
22 .5kV
23 .5kV
24 .5kV
25 .5kV
26 .5kV
27 .5kV
28 .5kV
29 .5kV
30 .5kV
31 .5kV
32 .5kV
33 .5kV
34 .5kV
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
2
7
6
17
83
273
152
4
4
0
0
0
0
0
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1- INTRODUCTION
This is a Software-type Dosemeter. It can measure the input dose at skin level knowing :
1.
2.
3.
4.
kV of exposure
mAs supplied
distance from Focus to skin (resolution 5mm)
measured dose with dosemeter at a distance of 55 cm from Focus for
each kV valu and for each combination of anode and filter.
The dose is calculated at the end of an exposure.

The dose valu obtained s shown on screen. It can be printed on Film by the photo-stamp
and recorded n the unit for statistical purposes.
The Dose is visualized in mGy with a resolution of 0.01 from O to 9.99 rnGy, and 0.1 from 10
to 99,9 mGy. Beyond a 99,9 valu, HH.H will be displayed.
The print function on Film can be enabled or not by the user or by the Health Physicist.
To get reference doses, you need a calibrated external dosemeter.
This function s available as an optional and exclusively for units equipped with DEATAPLUS
for management of the automatic exposure system.
2 - MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
Configuraron and calibration of the dosemeter are based on the SKDOSEXX.EXE
application software for PC designed to work in a DOS environment.
Given that the PC COM1 serial port s used for transferring calibration data to the
Mammography unit, it is recommended to sart the DOS mode since the PC is switched on,
Le. before Windows takes the control of the session.
Starting DOS emulation from nside Windows could result n some problms due to the
special PC configuration.
For a correct program operation, it is also necessary that the Default Data file
SKDOOO.GY
appears in the work directory, as well as the .EXE file.
Edit SKDOSE01 to start the program
METALTRONIOA
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Skin ,Dose Measurement, for Mamnioara
=< entry men >
IKLOAD FILE FOR VIEW / EDIT/REDEFINE/STORE

2) FILS.GY
Q) QUIT
list
For each unit, a calibration file with relevant data is created:

._,
/
.,..;,
SKDxxx.GY
The three xxx digits contain numbers. It is recommended to edit, in these fields, the
registration number of the unit for an easier further traceability.
Optin 2 allows you todisplay all *.GY files existing n the directory.
Option 1 allows you to load an already existing file or to crate a new file, in case no file n
the Directory matches with the number edited.
In this case, the following message will be displayed and the operator can enter the C code,
at the D displayed list or he/she can crate a new N file.
..-,
. . . . . . : ,
-'
|" !
Filename doesn't exist"

type <C> to continu searching "
type <D> for directory list "
type <N> to crate a new file "
:
''';:-.-.
. ' ; fj'y.
r "v:'.!"-: 1
'
'
- ' ; '":'.
After the loading of an existing file or the creation of a new file, you can move to the central
part of the program from where you can chose among 9 operations.
1)
2)
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
8)
9)
Q)
=< mam men >=

Select Target/Filter
Edit Comrnent line
Select radiation
Edit Radiation Table
Dosemeter Configuration
Store Radiation Table in MAMMO Unit
Update FILE
PRINT SELECTED FILE
DOS SHELL
QUIT
SKDxxx.GY
Option 1 allows you to chose the table relevant to the Anode / Filter combination to be
calibrated.
Molybdenum Molybdenum s the basic one and it appears on all mammography units.
Molybdenum Rhodum is only present on Mo Rh automatic Filter units.
Tungsten Rhodium is only available on units with double anode material Tube.
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CAP 3 Paee 57 of 88
1)
2)
3)
Q)-
=< Target/Filter >=

Molybdenum / Molybdenum
Molybdenum / Rhodium
Tungsten
/ Rhodiurn
QUIT
Calibration carried out for each Anode / Filter combination s valid for both focuses.
Option 2 allows you to edit a comment, which wil! be recorded n this file together with
calibration data.
Option 3 allows you to chose the type o physical quantity, i.e. mR or mGy, according to
which calibration data, resulting from the reference Dosemeter, will be entered.
If you have a Dosemeter calibrated in mR, the program will do the conversin into mGy.
Select Exposure Unit R or Gy

Input Dose for 50 mAs will be converted into
pGy*lmAs and stored in the calibration table
Option 4 allows you to enter reference doses measured at 550mm of distance from the
Focus for each kV valu and for the valu o 50mAs.
In the able, vales in I GY will be entered for 1mAs after appropriae calculations,
autornatically executed by the Software.
Option 5 allows you o define some configuration parameters such as:
1)
2)
3}
4)
5}
Q)
=< Dosemeter Configuration >=

Dose Function and Display DISABLE
xx.xkV xxx.xmAs ,xx xx/xxx x xx D+0 F01
xx.xkV xxx.xmAs .xx xx/xxx x xx xx.xmGy
Paddle Position OFFSET
Focal Spot distance from the top of C-ARM
QUIT
current settings
1) Total disabling of the Dosemeter function

DOSE disabled
2) Enabling of the Dose on Screen only
DOSE enabled on screen, disabled on Memory and Easylabel
3} Tota! enabling of Dosemeter functions

DOSE functions fully enabled
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Correction of the error n the ndication of Focus Skin distance in mm.

4) Distance of focal spot from upper plan of arm in function of the X-Ray Tube used and of
ts support, wedge or Filtromamm.
Option 6 transfers all calibration data to the memory of the unit.
DATA TRANSFER IN PROGRESS, PLEASE WAIT
Option 7 updates the content of the configuration file.
Option 8 allows you to print on paper the file content.
2.1 Configuration
To meet the various operative requirements, there are several work configurations, which
can be defined by option 5 of the application software.
Total disabling of the Dosemeter function
In consideration of standard problems linked to the evaluation of the dose, the possibility of a
complete temporary stop of the dose measurement function can be useful n case of
technical problems of various nature.
Enabling of the Dose on Screen only
Inform the patient that the dose supplied does not represent a legal obligation. At discretion
of the person n charge of the unit, the dose valu can be mentioned or not n the X-ray.
Total enabling of the Dosemeter functions
In this case, the dose valu appears on the unit screen. It can be printed on Film by the
Photo-stamp and is recorded in the unit memory containing data of the last 1300 exposures
from which you can obtain some interesting statistical information.
Configuration data can be transferred to the unit at any time of the calibration phase of the
dosemeter and they can be further varied without losing any calibration data.
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2.2 TUBE POSITION

The focus position against the upper plan of the arm can vary according to the special tube
used on the unit and to the presence or not of the Filtromamm automatic Mo/Rh filter.
The correct measurement of this parameter is crucial for the measure accuracy of the Dose.
Using a caliper, measure the distance between the upper plan of the arm and the focus
marker reproduced on the tube.
Enter data as referred to in tem 5 of option 5
FOCAL SPOT = mm
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2.3 Distance between focus and skin

Measurement of the distance between Focus and Skin takes nto account the type of fat or
offset paddle used.
For a correct operation of the Dosemeter, it s NECESSARY TO MEET examination
configurations defined, .e. fat paddles with Small Focus and offset paddle with Large Focus.
This s because compensation of such a measure is automatically done by the
microprocessor according to the Focus selected !
After selection of Large Focus, assemble the offset paddle, put a semi-rigid sponge
underneath and execute a compression.
Measure the distance from the focal spot to the lower plan of the paddle and at 60mm from
front edge (to the patient's thorax side).
The measurement at these parameters takes into account the deformations of the
compression system as recommended at clause A3.2.1 of the European Protocol of
Dosimetry in Mammography.
Push the BELL button together with kV button and read on screen the valu of the Focus
Skin distance measured by the unit.
The balance between the valu measured by the operator and the valu shown by the unit
shall be entered as described at clause 4 of option 5.
When this valu is negative, reduce the current valu by the negative quantity obtained.
The current valu appears on PC screen accessing the option 5 screen.
PADDLE OFFSET -
mm
FOCAL SPOT
fe:
A T TP OM rr1 A
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2.4 Reference doses

1) Verify the field of operation in kV of the reference Dosemeter and the validity of its
calibration from relevant certifcate.
2) Position the Dosemeter prob under paddle and at 45 mm from front edge of the
same (patient's thorax side)
3) Accurately position the reference point of prob at 550mm from the tube focus
ensuring that the prob will not move throughout the measurement time.
4) Execute one exposure in manual 50mAs for any kV valu, with a pass of 0.5 in the
concerned range.
5) Repeat measurements for other possible Anode Filter combinations available on the
unit.
For data collection, use forms at the end of this manual.
Enter data as descrbed at option 4
FOCAL SPOT
- .^
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2.5 k V operativa interval for dose measurement

The dosemeter s able to keep its accuracy on all the kV range of the unit, against vales
read on the reference Dosemeter.
Dosemeters available on the market are not always able to supply reliable measures on all
the 21 / 35 kV range of the mammography unit.
For kV vales, for which it is not possible to obtain valid reference doses, you need to enter
the valu ZERO in the table to exclude the operation of the dosemeter at these vales.
2.6 Verification of calibration
Do not move the reference dosemeter from the position previously used.
Transfer calibration data to the Mammography unit by option 6.
Execute some exposures at various kV vales, noting the Dose measured by the reference
unit and the one shown by the mammography unit.
Calclate the percentage error verifying that it remains below 10%.
2.7 Perodical calibration
The Dose measurement depends on many parameters, among which the Tube efficiency
expressed n mGy/mAs.
This parameter, first among all, depends on the wear of the Tube and it decreases
proportionally with t.
Calibration of the dosemeter is then :
Suggested every six months.
Recommended every year
Calibration becomes compulsory on replacement of the following components:
INVERTER
HIGH TENSIN TRANSFORMER
X-RAY TUBE
RAYS FILTER
Or on installation of:
FILTROMAMM
When calibration of the dosemeter can not be executed during technical interventions
concerning the above parts, t is recommended to totally stop operating as described at tem
2.1
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3 - DATA COLLECTION FORMS

Mo/Mo CALIBRATION
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23.0 kV
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25.0 kV
2 6 . 0 kV
2 7 . 0 kV
28.0 kV
2 9 . 0 kV
30.0 kV
31.0 kV
3 2 . 0 kV
33.0 kV
34.0 kV
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CALIBRATION VERIFICATION
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DOSE
Mammo Dose
% Error
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1 - INTRODUCTION
The compression device of FLAT consists of a motor with geared motor coupled to the worm
gear by an electromagnetic clutch also acting as compression power reducer.
This system, allowihg both a motorized and manual breast compression, is also equipped
with a series of interchangeable compressors of different sizes, with floor control pedis and
a luminous centering device.
2 - ADJUSTMENT OF THE COMPRESSION POWER

The compression power can be adjusted varying the voltage applied to the electromagnetic
clutch through a programmable supplier from control panel buttons.
3 - MANUAL COMPRESSION
Manual Compression is made possible by the clutch relase obtained by pushing
simultaneously both pedis.
When pedis are released, compression s maintained at the manually set valu if this is
equal or less than the power set on the control panel.
4 - MOTORIZED COMPRESSION
Using floor pedis, the operator can oprate Upward/Downward movements of the
compressor keeping his/her hands free.
The luminous centering device automatically switches on when the compressor lowering is
activated, In this case, the compressor starts moving with a slight delay to avoid additional
pressing n case you want to switch the centering device on again for a check, once the
breast is already compressed.
The lowering movement is mmediate when the centering device is already on.
5 - SAFETY RELASE
For safety reasons, the compression power is reduced to zero in the following cases:
1. Equipment in off position.
2. Vertical movernent of the arm
3. Rotation of the arm
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6 - ADJUSTMENT OF MXIMUM COMPRESSION POWER

Mximum compression power, 150N or 200N according to the standard n forc n the
country of installation, is adjusted by a special trimmer located on the CPU 92-082 motherboard after having put to mximum the valu on the control panel.
During calibration, verify the compression power using a bathroom scales or a dynamometer.
NOTE
Compression voltage is applied to the clutch only during lowering. During ascending, voltage
is reduced to a just compressor weight supporting valu.
7 - MECHANICAL ADJUSTMENT OF THE CLUTCH

The gap between the electromagnet of the clutch and its pate is crucial for a good operation
of the system.
Too large gaps do not allow you to reach the mximum compression valu or could even
result n a failure to clutch.
Too small gaps can prevent a relase resulting in safety consequences for the system and
difficulties for a manual compression.
A lack of planarity between electromagnet and pate, apart from resulting in problems of
repeatability of the compression power causes an irregular movement of the carriage.
To adjust the gap you can use the four screws marked with number 11 of the assembly
drawing.
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1 - ASSEMBLY/ DISASSEMBLY OF THE SAME TUBE

When the X-ray tube has to be replaced, pay attention to the black unes on the top of the Carm to allow an easy repositioning of the Tube support which can be the simple alumnum
wedge or the Filtromamm.
2 - REPLACEMENT OF THE TUBE
Brand and Model
The replacing Tube shall be provided with the CE Mark according to Directivo 93/42/EC for
Medical Devices and it shall be selected exclusively among those Brands and Models
approved by the manufacturer of the equipment.
Electrical Connections
Because of the various electrical connections, it is not recommended to replace a tube by
another having different characteristics.
Software
Each tube needs its own special Software to comply with load vales.
3-RAYS COLLIMATION
Dimensin of the irradiated field
Dimensions of irradiated field are fix and in function of the collimation pate used.
Collimation plates are manufactured in conformity to what specified n the reference
standards for mammography units.
Given that the unit is equipped with various interchangeable collimation plates, for this
procedure reference s made to size 18x24.
Position of the Irradiated Field
Position of the rradiated field can be corrected appropriately moving the tube to obtain
symmetry with respect to the Right and Left edges of the film and to minimize the out of field
radiation on the Thorax side.
Check of Position
To check the position of the field, use a film nserted into the cassette of the 18x24 potter
and a film inserted in a film envelope without screen located diagonally on the potter plae
so that its four angles can record the radiation external to the edges of the first film.
Also position two fat washers above the envelope to crate two reference points on
radiographs allowing their superposition.
Position of the Tube
The tube position reflects on the field position up-side-down because the beam pivots on the
collimator.
To move the beam to the right, move the tube o the left and vice-versa.
To move the beam forward, move the tube backward and vice-versa.
After reaching the position required, firmly tighten the tube fastening screws.
The measure of rays field on the image receiving plae shall be examined according to IEC
601-1-3 standards
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4 - LIGHT/ RA YS Coincidence
No adjustment is required after removal/re-installaton or replacement of the tube.
An adjustment of the light field is possible using the screw which adjusts the inclination of the
collimator mirror.
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FLAT IIITECHN1CAL MANUAL
1-POWER SU PPL Y
A completely independent circuit, equipped with its own microprocessor, controls all on/off
phases of the unit.
The circuit is located on the 92082 board and is fed by the T1 transformer connected to the
mains supply.
The transformer is equipped with a 220/230/240 voltage change possibility.
2 - ON/OFF PHASES
The IC20 microprocessor controls a complex sequence of events at switching on and off.
SWITCHING ON
a) to avoid a high current inrush, RYS2 s switched on and after some seconds RYS1
excludes the damping resistance.
b) to avoid random characters on screen, LCD voltage s delayed.
SWITCHING OFF
To avoid stripes on screen, LCD voltage is removed before +5 voltage of CPU.
RYS2
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The sequence of operations can be followed observing LED8/LED9/LED1/LED2/LED5
located on the 92082 board.
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3 - FUNCTIONAL VARIATIONS
The units without mobile panel have no motor or microswitch.
Various versions of the IC20 microprocessor are used in the two cases.
With fixed panel and relevant software, the JP1 selection bridge allows you to invert the
function of LED1.
JP1 = CLOSED LED 1 on with unit in off position
JP1 = OPEN LED 1 on with unit in on position
In case of'operation failure, check that conductors referring to connectors CN16 and CN28
are correctly fixed and directly check on IC20 signis relevant to parts connected to CN16
and CN28.
With unit in on position, voltage between terminis 3 and 4 of RYS1 and RYS2 shall be of
approximately 12 Vcc.
Accurately check micro-switches MSWIN and MSWOUT as their failure can result in
damages to the motor.
In case of failure of the panel output also check the geared motor and external gears.
Motor and micro-switches are obviously absent in those units which are not equipped with
mobile control panel.
In this case, a different versin of the IC20 microprocessor s used.
With a fixed panel and connected software, the JP1 jumper will allow the inversin of the
LED1 function :
JP1 CLOSED = LED 1 on when the unit s n OFF position
JP1 OPEN = LED1 on when the unit is in ON position.
IMPORTAN!
When the mobile control panel is in use, JP2 on the 92-082 board must be open and a
special IC20 different from the one concerning the configuration for fixed panel must be
used.
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1 -DESCRIPTION
The Mo/Rh automatic filter is an optional accessory and it can be easily installed further on.
Filtromamm s sed.'to have a double ANODE/FILTER combination (Mo/Mo Mo/Rh) for a
better optrnization of the X-ray beam spectrum, in function of the real density of the
examined breast.
the breast density s quickly determined by a short exposure in ZERO POINTS technique
and the more appropriate ANODE/FILTER combination will be automatically selected
according to the breast density.
The Mo/Mo combination is used for exams of normal density breasts, whereas the Mo/Rh
combination is used for high density breasts.
The intervention threshold beyond which the Mo/Rh combination is selected, corresponds to
approximately 6 cm of RMI Equivalent Tissue and [r] = 62 for large focus (default).
After the sampling impulse, the valu [r] is compared with the reference level of 62 for
FILM/SCREEN 1 and 2 or with the selected level with the calibration software for the
FILM/SCREEN 3. If [r] s higher than the reference valu, Mo/Mo remains positioned, if [r] is
lower, the RY1 / RY 5 circuit on the PCB 92.082, change the filter in the dead time between
the sampng impulse and exposure.
RY1
RY5
CN23
INVMOT
INVERTER MOTOR
01-170
The filter change is temporizad and it does not depend on the status of MW12.
At the end of this time, MW12 is checked and if the filter has not reached the final position,
an alarm is generated.
ERROR IN FILTER POSITIONING
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2 ~ ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Motor MT4 24 Vdc
Micro-switch MW10/11 in/out detectors
MW12 FILTER IN POSITION (detected by the CPU)
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Filtromamm has the same dimensions as the previously existing aluminum tube support.
Beore installation, remove the existing support, the Lead ring and the fixed filter in
Molybdenum.
Then position the Tube again as described in relevant manual section.
Electncal connections are already prepared and to actvate it move DIP 8 SW1 PCB 01-170
to the ON position to enable the FILTROMAMM.
PCB 92-080
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1-DESCRlPTION
The urtit, configured for a three-dimensional Biopsy with BYM-3D, can be equipped with an
nterface o the 50x50mrrismall field digital image acquisition systern with a digital box having
the same dimensions as those'of a 18x24 cassette.
The digital interface is an optional of the standard configuration of the unit and it can also be
added after installation.
2- MODIFICATIONS TO THE UNIT

Modificatsons concerning the digital option are :
a) EEPROM with dedicated firmware
b) One button more on control panel and replacement of the screen.
c) Dedicated MICROPROCESSOR for control panel.
d) Possible installation of arm position sensors.
3 - CONNECTIONS
Connections of the whole mammography system fully equipped with Digital Cassette, BYM3D and PC with Digital Imaging software can be seen in the picture in he following page.
Before connection, you need to know some important issues to maintain the electrical safety
level of the system.
This system consists of the below listed and classified elements:
Medical Devices complying with IEC 601-1 for electrical safety
FLAT mammography unit
BYM-3D Biopsy Device
Digital Cassette and relevant mains power supply
Other devices not complying with IEC 601-1 for electrical safety
Personal Computer
Monitor
As you can see in this picture, I, H, L signal connections, are all optically solated to avoid
any direct elecrical connection between Medical Devices complying with IEC 601-1 and the
others.
Connections shall be n complance with these nstructons not to modfy the electrical
safetv ievel of the svstem.
NOTE
Connections from PC to the Mammography unit and the Stereotaxis device are made by two
CV0131 (short) and CV0132 (long) cables between which the optic isolator is inserted.
The CV0131 cable SHALL be positioned on the PC side for both connections, otherwise it
will not oprate.
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GALVANIC INSULATOR
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4 - INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

See :
FLAT Operator's Manual
BYM-3D Operator's Manual
Manual and on-line HELP of the DigiMam Software
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Description of characters and relevant position, from 1 to 44
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5 X
Kv tens
kV units
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8 k
9 V
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13X
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mAs tents
mAs units
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16m
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20
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22 X
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Dimensin of focal spot
23
24 X
25 X
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typeofFILTER Mo, Rh
tecnique kV ZERO POINTS s=Standard h-HIGH CONTRAST
I=LOW DOSE e=EXTENDED
G = with grid space = without grid
OP = ZERO POINTS 1 P = ONE POINT
manual density
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film/screen
film screen number from 1 to 15
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KY min 20.0 KV max 35.0 KV
MAs min 0.1 mAs max 640.0 mAs
Dimensin of focal spot
Manual density +/- 5
Film/Screen 1/16 combination
The string is transferred once at the end of the exposure.
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