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COPYRIGHT 2001 by Instrumentarium 1. PLACE FOR OPERATION
Imaging
INSTRUCTIONS
Documentation, trademark and the software
are copyrighted with all rights reserved.
Under the copyright laws the documentation 2. PLACE FOR INSTALLATION
may not be copied, photocopied, INSTRUCTIONS
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form in whole or part, without the prior 3. SERVICE PROGRAMS AND
written permission of Instrumentarium
Imaging. SOFTWARE LOAD
This document is the English-language
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the English text applies. ARCHITECTURE
Instrumentarium Imaging reserves the right
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such revision or changes.
Microsoft, Windows and NT are trademarks 6. REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States of America and other countries.
HyperTerminal® is a trademark of Hilgraeve 7. TROUBLESHOOTING
Inc, Monroe, MI, USA.
MANUFACTURED BY: 8. SPECIFICATIONS

Instrumentarium Imaging
P.O. Box 20 9. SCHEMATICS/LAY-OUTS
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FINLAND
10. CABLE DRAWINGS
Tel. +358-10-394 6500
Fax. +358-10-394 6501
11. SOFTWARE DIAGRAMS
E-mail: mammo@fi.instrumentarium.com
Internet:
http://www.instrumentarium.com/imaging
This manual applies to: Diamond software

v.1.01.1 and up, Flash Loader v.2.0.
Diamond Service Manual
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3.2.1 A: System setup ...................................................................................... 3
3.2.2 B: Defaults.............................................................................................. 4
3.2.3 C: Diagnostics - Not in use at the moment............................................. 9
3.2.4 D: AEC ................................................................................................. 10
3.2.5 E: C-arm Rotation................................................................................. 20
3.2.6 F: Collimator ........................................................................................ 22
3.2.7 G: Compression .................................................................................... 24
3.2.8 H: Filter ................................................................................................ 27
3.2.9 I: Generator........................................................................................... 28
3.2.10 J: Tube Park.......................................................................................... 30
3.2.11 K: Stereo Movement............................................................................. 31
3.2.12 Exiting the service mode ...................................................................... 32
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3.4.1 Configuration of the HyperTerminal: ................................................... 38
3.4.2 Capturing the data................................................................................. 39
3.4.3 Saving the settings data ........................................................................ 40
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4.2.1 Supply Voltage Regulation..................................................................... 3
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4.3.1 Internal Serial Bus .................................................................................. 4
4.3.2 External Serial Bus ................................................................................. 4
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4.4.1 Supervisor Board .................................................................................... 4
4.4.2 Power Board ........................................................................................... 4
4.4.3 Power supply section .............................................................................. 4
4.4.4 C-arm rotation motor control.................................................................. 5
4.4.5 Vertical movement or Z-motor control................................................... 5
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4.5.1 KV Control ............................................................................................. 6
4.5.2 MA Control............................................................................................. 7
4.5.3 Protection Circuits .................................................................................. 9
4.5.4 Back Up Timer ..................................................................................... 10
4.5.5 Monitoring ............................................................................................ 11
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4.7.1 Voltage Regulators ............................................................................... 13
4.7.2 Stereo and ECS motor Drive ................................................................ 13
4.7.3 Compression motor Drive .................................................................... 13
4.7.4 Back up release ..................................................................................... 13
4.7.5 Sensors and Keyboard .......................................................................... 14
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4.8.1 Grid movement ..................................................................................... 14
4.8.2 Cassette Tray movement....................................................................... 14
4.8.3 Sensors.................................................................................................. 14
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4.9.1 Collimator Plate and Filter Drive ......................................................... 15
4.9.2 Tube Park Drive.................................................................................... 15
4.9.3 Sensors and Keyboard .......................................................................... 15
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4.10.1 Compression Thickness measurement.................................................. 16
4.10.2 Compression Force measurement.......................................................... 16
4.10.3 Displays ................................................................................................. 16
4.10.4 Keyboard................................................................................................ 16
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4.11.1 Automatic Exposure Control ................................................................ 17
4.11.2 Sensors.................................................................................................. 17
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4.12.1 Cassette Holder Sensor......................................................................... 18
4.12.2 Cassette Sensors ................................................................................... 19
4.12.3 Grid Sensor........................................................................................... 20
4.12.4 Collimator Sensors ............................................................................... 20
4.12.5 Filter Sensor.......................................................................................... 20
4.12.6 C-arm Rotation Sensors........................................................................ 21
4.12.7 Compression Sensors............................................................................ 22
4.12.8 Tube Park Movement Sensors.............................................................. 24
4.12.9 Stereo Sensors ...................................................................................... 24
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5.1.1 Half-value layer (HVL) measurement .................................................... 1
5.1.2 Tube efficiency check on the cassette holder ......................................... 3
5.1.3 Focal spot measurement procedure ........................................................ 4
5.1.4 Image quality evaluation procedure........................................................ 6
5.1.5 Measurement of the feedback circuitry .................................................. 8
5.1.6 kV, mAs and exposure time test............................................................. 9
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5.2.1 Quick AEC test..................................................................................... 10
5.2.2 Exporting and storing the system settings data..................................... 10
5.2.3 Automatic AEC detector gain adjustment ............................................ 11
5.2.4 Adjustment of an individual detector ................................................... 11
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5.3.1 Compression system ............................................................................. 12
5.3.2 C-arm rotation mechanism ................................................................... 12
5.3.3 Column and carriage............................................................................. 12
5.3.4 Compression force checking ................................................................ 12
5.3.5 Testing the x-ray field illumination ...................................................... 13
5.3.6 Adjustment tube head movement and torque ....................................... 14
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6.1.1 Preparing the carriage and counterweight............................................... 1
6.1.2 Replacement of the Z-motor................................................................... 2
6.1.3 Replacement of the column cap.............................................................. 3
6.1.4 Replacement of the counterweight wires................................................ 4
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6.2.1 Replacement of Power, Supervisor and Generator boards ..................... 9
6.2.2 Replacement of the AMD board............................................................. 9
6.2.3 Replacement of Control Panel Board ..................................................... 9
6.2.4 Replacement of the Compression Board or Compression Display Board10
6.2.5 Replacement of the mains transformer ................................................. 11
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6.3.1 Removal and assembly of the Diamond covers.................................... 12
6.3.2 Attaching the tube head covers............................................................. 13
6.3.3 Replacement of handles........................................................................ 20
6.3.4 Replacement of the vertical drive control switch ................................. 21
6.3.5 Replacement of the x-ray tube .............................................................. 21
6.3.6 Replacement of the high voltage unit ................................................... 22
6.3.7 Replacement of the compression system .............................................. 23
6.3.8 Replacement of the compression motor ............................................... 25
6.3.9 Replacement of the compression thickness measurement system........ 28
6.3.10 Adjustment of the compression mechanism belt .................................. 30
6.3.11 Adjustment of the mechanical compression limit ................................ 31
6.3.12 Replacement of the C-arm motor ......................................................... 32
6.3.13 Replacement of ECS mechanism/ECS motor ...................................... 33
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6.4.1 Replacement of the light field bulb ...................................................... 38
6.4.2 Grid alignment ...................................................................................... 38
6.4.3 Grid movement mechanism check........................................................ 40
6.4.4 Replacement of Bucky carbon fiber ..................................................... 42
6.4.5 Replacement of c-arm membrane buttons ............................................ 42
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Main Diamond operation modes are Auto kV, Auto Time and Manual mode. In
Auto-kV mode, Diamond determines the required amount of kV. In Auto Time
mode, Diamond determines the required exposure time. In Manual mode, the user
sets up all the required values for the examination.
Many programmable parameters that affect these modes can be set and adjusted
in Diamond service mode. Generation of radiation may be switched off during the
service work. This enables the service technician to make test exposures to verify
the correct voltages on various boards. Chapter 7.5 in Diamond Installation
Instructions (86501) describe how to disable the emission of x-rays (for example
at exhibition).
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This manual has been divided into separate software, mechanical, service,
maintenance and troubleshooting sections. Schematics, layouts and cables have
been placed at the end of this manual.
The software sections helps to calibrate and to set up correct parameters for the
user or change the existing ones. The mechanical section explains about tests and
other mechanical issues not covered in software and electronics section. The
electronics section explains about the operation of the PCB-boards, various
connections and measurements. The maintenance section covers the regular
maintenance procedures. The troubleshooting sections include error codes and
solutions to some problems that might come about.
Diamond buttons are described in Diamond Operation Instruction (86500)

Chapter 2.1, Operation Controls.
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Service program menu contains special programs
for system setups, calibration and diagnostics. You
can enter into the service mode by pressing
and buttons of the control panel down
simultaneously.
The following screen appears:
Then press to enter the *52836 screen:
Diamond service mode interface have been divided into several topic groups in
which the system setting and parameters can be changed:
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Scroll with or -keys until the required group is between the brackets
as illustrated in the example . Press to enter
the group. The following sections describe each group and available parameter
choices. In parameter sub-screens, accept the changes with -key or
cancel the changes with the -key. Then Diamond returns to the group screen.
You can exit the service mode by pressing and -buttons down
simultaneously.
For graphic description of the Diamond software functions, refer to Diamond

Installation Instructions (86501), Appendices section, Software block diagrams.
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The system and communication parameters can be set and changed in 6<67(0
6(783 screen:
In parameter sub-screens, accept the changes with -key or cancel the

changes with the -key. Then Diamond returns to 6<67(06(783 screen.
Perform required changes in both groups:
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(IILFLHQF\0R At 28 kV R/100mAs
(IILFLHQF\5K At 28 kV R/100mAs
(IILFLHQF\$O At 39 kV R/100mAs
+9/0R At 28 kV mmAl value
+9/5K At 28 kV mmAl value
+9/$O At 39 kV mmAl value
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/DEHORXW Com1 Prints out the patient data labels
for films (ID camera). Not in use
at the moment.
/DEHOW\SH 1 to 3 The number of rows. Not in use at
the moment.
'DWDRXW Com2 The port that sends out the
exposure data.
&RP 19200 The speed for Com1 port. Used in
software updates and diagnostics.
&RP 1200 The speed for Com2 port. Used
by ID II film flasher.
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If you accept the changes, press -key. If you do not want changes to take place,
press -key. Diamond returns to *52836 screen.
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The default parameters can be set and changed in '()$8/76 screen:

changes with the -key. Then Diamond returns to '()$8/76 screen.
Perform required changes in all groups:
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3UH3URJ 1/2/3/4 The mode Diamond uses after it
has been the switched on.
$XWR5HOHDVH On/Off If ON, Diamond releases the
compression after an exposure. If
OFF, the compression remains
after the exposure.
$XWR7XEH3DUN On/Off If ON, the tube head slides back
after an exposure. If OFF, the tube
head remains in the front after the
exposure.
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0RGH Auto kV Diamond determines the required
kV and exposure time for the
exposure.
Auto Time Diamond determines the required
exposure time.
Manual All values are manually set.
'HIDXOWILOWHU Mo/Rh/Auto Default filter that Diamond will
use unless otherwise instructed in
other settings.
$XWR'RVH On/Off If ON, Diamond determines the
Not in use at the moment. Patient Dose. If OFF, the amount
of patient dose depends on other
setting factors.
$XWR3RLQW On/Off If ON, Diamond determines the
correct detector to be used. If
OFF, the user has to choose the
correct detector (under the densest
part of the breast).
'HIDXOWGHWHFWRU 0 to 8 Default detector that Diamond
uses unless otherwise instructed
in other settings.
'HIDXOW N9 $XWR 7LPH 23 to 35 Default kV in Auto Time-mode
0R for Molybdenum filter that
Diamond uses unless otherwise
instructed in other settings.
5K for Rhodium filter that Diamond
in other settings.
'HIDXOWN90DQXDO0R 23 to 35 Default kV in Manual mode with
Molybdenum filter that Diamond
in other settings.
'HIDXOWN90DQXDO5K 23 to 35 Default kV in Manual mode with
Rhodium filter that Diamond uses
unless otherwise instructed in
other settings.
'HIDXOWP$V Default mAs value in manual
mode that Diamond uses unless
otherwise instructed in other
settings.
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exposure.
exposure time.
other settings.
setting factors.
in other settings.
in other settings.
in other settings.
other settings.
settings.
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exposure.
exposure time.
other settings.
setting factors.
in other settings.
in other settings.
in other settings.
other settings.
settings.
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4$PRGH None/Exp/ Selection of the desired IQC
Sensitom (Integrated Quality Control)
method. The IQC can also be
selected to be off, if so desired.
'HIDXOWN9 23 to 35 The kV used in IQC/Exposure
mode.
'HIDXOW)LOWHU Mo/Rh/QA The filter used in IQC/Exposure
mode.
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'HQVLW\ -7 to +7 Density correction for each pre-
programmable cassette holder/
filter combination. One step
corresponds to 10% change in
exposure time. Not in use at the
moment.
7DUJHW7LPH 1/2 The selection of the target time
curve that Diamond interpolates
to attain the required target time.
Target time 2 not in use at the
moment.
$XWRN9,QLWLDON9 -3 to +3 The extent the kV is allowed to
change during exposure from the
initial kV setting (which is
determined by the compression
thickness).
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N9&KDQJH/LPLW 0 to 5 The limit how much Diamond can
automatically change kV from the
initial kV after the exposure has
started. Often set at 3.
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If you accept the changes, press set -key. If you do not want changes to take
place, press cancel-key . Diamond returns to *52836 screen.
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Various system components can be checked in ',$*1267,&6 screen:
In parameter sub-screens, perform checks and accept the changes with -

key or cancel the changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to
',$*1267,&6 screen.
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The AEC default parameters can be set and changed in service program D00:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to $(& screen.
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In service program '$(&7DUJHW7LPHV (PrD05) the min/max values for target

time can be set. The target time is set up by giving two thicknesses (2cm and 6cm)
and the respective desired exposure times. The target times for other thicknesses
are calculated with linear estimation. The system selects the kV so that the desired
target time can be reached. The maximum allowable kV-change is more limiting,
however, and thus a different exposure time than the target time may result.
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The LQLWLDO N9 is automatically selected based on the compressed EUHDVWWKLFNQHVV.

In the beginning of the exposure the first estimation of the H[SRVXUHWLPHDWLQLWLDO
N9 is made by measuring the radiation coming through the breast. Based on this,
the N9 is automatically FKDQJHGXSRUGRZQ, if necessary, to meet the WDUJHW
WLPH. If the kV is changed, a second estimation of the H[SRVXUHWLPHDWWKLVN9 is
made by measuring the radiation and the N9 is automaticallyFKDQJHGDJDLQ if
necessary, to meet the WDUJHWWLPH. After the exposure the final kV is displayed.
The Auto kV performance can be optimized and configured according to the user
preferences. The configurable items are the LQLWLDON9 (initial kV versus breast
thickness table), amount of DOORZDEOH N9FKDQJH(Max kV change in service
program '$(&2SWLFDO 'HQVLWLHV, PrD03) and desired exposure time range
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Diamond uses a thickness compensation method, which compensates for

variations in optical density (O.D) of the film. The rotation point can be
programmed. The amount of rotation and compensation curve slopes below and
above the rotation point can be programmed separately.
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Rotation point is the exposure time where the O.D is adjusted correctly. Thickness
compensation is achieved by altering the exposure time around this point. Default
value is 1.00.
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Parameters r1 and r2 determine the amount of compensation with exposure times

shorter or longer than the URWDWLRQSRLQW respectively. r1 determines the amount
of compensation at the point where exposure time is half the URWDWLRQSRLQW. r2
determines the amount of compensation at exposure time twice the URWDWLRQSRLQW.
The values of r1 and r2 can vary from 0.70 to 1.30. If the parameter is 1.30 it
means that exposure times are increased by 30%. If the parameter is 0.80 it means
that the exposure times are decreased by 20% etc. Default values are 1.0 for both.
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Parameters S1 and S2 determine the curve slope for exposure times shorter or
longer than the URWDWLRQSRLQW respectively. S1 determines the slope at the point
where exposure time is lower than the URWDWLRQSRLQW. S2 determines the amount
of compensation at exposure time higher than the URWDWLRQSRLQW. Refer to the
curves below for effects of the S parameters. The rotation point is 1.0 seconds and
the amount of rotation (r1 and r2) is 0.8, 0.9, 1.1 or 1.2 (= 80%, 90%, 110%,
120%). Default values are 200 for both.
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Parameters S1 and S2 determine the curve slope for exposure times shorter or
longer than the URWDWLRQSRLQW respectively. S1 determines the slope at the point
where exposure time is lower than the URWDWLRQSRLQW. S2 determines the amount
of compensation at exposure time higher than the URWDWLRQSRLQW. Refer to the
curves below for effects of the S parameters. The rotation point is 1.0 seconds and
the amount of rotation (r1 and r2) is 0.8, 0.9, 1.1 or 1.2 (= 80%, 90%, 110%,
120%). Default values are 200 for both.
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S=0
S = 700
1.3 1.3
r1 = 1.2
1.2 1.2
S = 700 r1 = 1.1
1.1 1.1
P = 1.0sec P = 1.0sec
1 1
0.9 0.9
S = 700
r1 = 0.9
0.8 0.8
r1 = 0.8
0.7 0.7
S=0 S = 700
S=0
0.6 0.6
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1
Exposure time / sec. Exposure time / sec.
Figure 3.1 Effect of parameter S1

1.4 1.4
S = 700 S = 700
S = 600
1.3 S = 500 1.3 S=0
S = 350 r2 = 1.2
S = 200
1.2 1.2
S = 100
r2 = 1.1 S = 50
1.1 S=0 1.1
P = 1.0sec P = 1.0sec
1 1
0.9 0.9
r2 = 0.9 S=0
S = 50
0.8 S = 100 0.8
S = 200
S = 350 r2 = 0.8 S=0
0.7 S = 500 0.7
S = 600
S = 700 S = 700
0.6 0.6
1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5
Exposure time / sec. Exposure time / sec.
Figure 3.2 Effect of parameter S2
June 2001 3-12 86502

Perform required changes in all groups:
$(&6HWXS3U'
7DUJHW2' 1.00 to 2.00 Adjustable O.D. range. Not in use
at the moment.
7DUJHWWLPHOLPLWORZ 0.2 to 1.00 Lower limits for O.D.
7DUJHWWLPHOLPLWKLJK 1.00 to 3.00 Higher limits for O.D.
$XWR3RLQWOLPLW 0 to 2500 Default value 1500.
If images are too dark when exposing at medio-lateral projection, a detector under
muscle might be in use (solid ellipses in the image below). Increase the AutoPoint
limit value.
86502 3-13 June 2001

$(&JDLQV3U'
$(&JDLQ J 0.5 to 2.00 Software gain to obtain the
required optical density. This gain
affects all detectors.
'HWHFWRU/ 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 Detector specific gain factor that
Diamond adjusts in relation to
detector C1 performance. Values
less than 1.0 increase gain and
produce darker images. Values
over 1.0 decrease gain and
produce lighter images.
'HWHFWRU/ 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 As above.
'HWHFWRU5 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 As above.
'HWHFWRU5 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 As above.
'HWHFWRU& 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 Benchmark detector.
'HWHFWRU& 'HW 0.7 to 1.30 As above.
4=C4 80%
5=C3 90%
7=
98
L2
%
R2
6=C2 102%
3=
98
0=L1 1=C1 2=R1 97% 100% 97%
The graph above describes how various detectors receive radiation. In order to
equalize them, detector specific factors are used for adjustment. Detector C1 is
used as a benchmark.
2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHV3U'
3DUDPHWHUVXEVFUHHQV 1RWHV
$XWRN9 Optical density settings for Auto kV.
$XWR7LPH Optical density settings for Auto Time.
7KLFNQHVV&RPSHQVDWLRQ Optical density settings for Thickness
compensation.
N9&RPSHQVDWLRQ Optical density settings for kV compensation.
7DUJHW2' ,4& Not in use at the moment.
June 2001 3-14 86502

2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHV$XWRN9VXEVFUHHQ3U'
$XWRN9%XFN\ Adjustment when using the Bucky.
Mo -7.0 to +7.0 Increases or decreases the optical
density of the image at all kV
values.
Rh -7.0 to +7.0 As above.
Al -7.0 to +7.0 As above.
$XWRN90DJQLILFDWLRQ Adjustment for the use of Magnification tunnel.
values.
$XWRN9&RQWDFW Adjustment using the Contact tunnel.
values.
2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHV$XWR7LPHVXEVFUHHQ3U'
$XWR7LPH%XFN\ Adjustment when using the Bucky.
Mo -7.0 to +7.0 Increases or decreases the overall
optical density of the image.
$XWR7LPH Adjustment when using the Magnification
0DJQLILFDWLRQ tunnel.
$XWR7LPH&RQWDFW Adjustment when using the Contact.
86502 3-15 June 2001

2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHV7KLFNQHVV&RPSHQVDWLRQVXEVFUHHQ3U'
%XFN\ Adjustment when using the Bucky.
’P’ Rotation point of compensation
curve (Exposure time in seconds
where required optical density
was received).
’r1’ Compensation factor for exposure
times shorter than P.
times longer than P.
’S1’ Compensation parameter for very
short exposure times (fine-
tuning).
long exposure times (fine-tuning).
0DJQLILFDWLRQ Adjustment when using the Magnification tunnel.
was received).
tuning).
&RQWDFW Adjustment when using the Contact.
was received).
tuning).
June 2001 3-16 86502

2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHVN9&RPSHQVDWLRQVXEVFUHHQ3U'
N9&RPSHQVDWLRQ%XFN\ Adjustment when using the Bucky.
Mo 0.70 - 1.30 If image at certain kV is too light
or dark, adjust this kV-specific
value.
Rh 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
Al 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
N9 &RPSHQVDWLRQ Adjustment when using the Magnification tunnel.
0DJQLILFDWLRQ
value.
Rh 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
Al 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
N9 &RPSHQVDWLRQ Adjustment when using the Contact.
&RQWDFW
value.
Rh 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
Al 0.70 - 1.30 As above.
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1RWLQXVHDWWKHPRPHQW
2SWLFDO'HQVLWLHV'HWHFWRU&RPSHQVDWLRQVXEVFUHHQ3U'
1RWLQXVHDWWKHPRPHQW
'HWHFWRUV 0.5 - 2.0 Adjustment of the individual
detector signal output level.
Values below 1 amplify the signal
and value over 1 diminish it
86502 3-17 June 2001

7DUJHW7LPHVSURJUDPPLQJ7DUJHW7LPHVXEVFUHHQ3U'
7DUJHW7LPH7 Settings for Target Time 1 curve
%XFN\ Bucky settings specified
0R Molybdenum filter settings specified
Thickness 1 2.0 cm Thickness at curve point 1
Target 1 0.2 - 1.0 sec Target time at curve point 1
5K Rhodium filter settings specified
0DJQLILFDWLRQ Magnification settings specified
&RQWDFW Contact settings specified
June 2001 3-18 86502

,QLWLDON9WDEOHV3U'
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Thickness range 23-25 kV Scroll through thicknesses and
(at 0.5 cm intervals) change initial kV values for each
thickness.
N9 YDOXHV IRU
0DJQLILFDWLRQ
thickness.
N9YDOXHVIRU&RQWDFW
thickness.
'HWHFWRU$GMXVWPHQW3U'
1HZ JDLQV EDVHG RQ No/Yes Adjusts the gains for individual
UHFHQWH[SRVXUH detectors in relation to the C1
detector being 1.0.
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86502 3-19 June 2001

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The c-arm rotation default parameters can be set and changed in &$50
527$7,21 screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to &$50527$7,21
screen.
Perform required calibration and changes in all groups:
$QJOH&DOLEUDWLRQ3U(
3DUDPHWHU 1RWHV
FDOLEUDWLRQ Calibration of the c-arm angle
1) Drive the C-arm manually to 180°-angle (real angles) with manual rotation
keys
2) Press -key
3) The c-arm drives to 0°-calibration.
If the calibration is successfully performed, the LCD screen then indicates '3DVV
In case the calibration was not successful, the LCD screen then indicates )DLO
1) Repeat the calibration procedure.
2) If the calibration still was not successful, drive the c-arm to from 180° to
0° and then to 180° on the other side. When c-arm passes the 0° it helps
to calibrate.
5RWDWLRQVSHHG3U(Not in use at the moment.

6ORZVSHHG 1 to 5 Adjustment for slow speed.
1RUPDOVSHHG 1 to 5 Adjustment for normal speed.
5DPSXS 1 to 5 Adjustment for ramp up speed.
5DPSGRZQ 1 to 5 Adjustment for ramp down speed.
June 2001 3-20 86502

3URMHFWLRQV3U(
2EOLTXH 135°, 225° Angle setting for the left OBL
(software button. If set at 135°, it operates
degrees, at 0° as in image A. If set at 225°, it
the tube is operates as in image B. The right
upside down) OBL drives to mirror angle.
/DWHUDO 0 - 360° Angle setting for the left LAT
(software button. Set at 90°. The right LAT
degrees) drives to mirror angle.
0LUURUDQJOH On/Off The C-arm runs to an equivalent
angle on the opposite side of the
unit.
$XWR'ULYH3U(
$XWRPDWLFGULYH On/Off If selected, CC, OBL or LAT-keys
and the c-arm will move to the
required angle. If not selected, the
key must be pressed on until the
required angle is reached.
([LWLQJWKH&$50527$7,21VFUHHQ
86502 3-21 June 2001

)&ROOLPDWRU
The collimator default parameters can be set and changed in &2//,0$725
screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to &2//,0$725
screen.
5HDU3ODWHV3U)
Front plate 12345 The number of steps that the
motor moves the plate. A 200-
step change equals to about 1mm
change on the film. Adjust using
1-step interval.
Bucky 18x24 12345 As above.
Contact 18x24 12345 As above.
Magnification 1.6 12345 As above.
Spot Magnification 1.6 12345 As above.
Stereo digital 12345 As above.
Stereo film 12345 As above.
reserved 12345 Additional 4 plates may be added.
June 2001 3-22 86502

6LGH3ODWHV3U)
Front plate 12345 The number of steps that the
motor moves the plate. A 200-
step change equals to about 1mm
change on the film. Adjust using
1-step interval. If the value is too
big, motor back up time is
exceeded and an error message is
displayed.
Magnification 1.6 12345 As above. These values should be
Magnification 1.8 12345 the same in order for collimator
Magnification 2.0 12345 not to start driving to home
position.
Spot Magnification 1.6 12345 As above.
Stereo digital 12345 As above.
Stereo film 12345 As above.
reserved 12345 Additional 4 plates may be added.
&ROOLPDWRU/LJKW3U)
Intensity 1-5 Adjustment of the light intensity
Time normal 20 - 60 sec Time that the lamp is lighted up
during a normal procedure.
Time Stereo/Biopsy 20 - 60 sec Time that the lamp is lighted up
during a Stereo/Biopsy procedure.
([LWLQJWKH&$50527$7,21VFUHHQ
86502 3-23 June 2001

*&RPSUHVVLRQ
The compression default parameters can be set and changed in &2035(66,21
screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to &2//,0$725
screen.
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Slow speed 1-7 Slow compression arm speed. Use
no higher than 5. If the speed
exceeds 5, the synchronization
with ECS movement may be
disturbed.
High speed 2-7 High compression arm speed.
Release speed 1-7 The speed at which Diamond
release the compression arm in
the event of an emergency or a
power loss.
AutoRelease travel 0 - 20 cm The distance the Auto Release
function moves the compression
moves after an exposure.
Speed Threshold 0 - 150N The compression force at which
the compression arm starts to run
at slow speed.
June 2001 3-24 86502

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Base point -9.5 … +9.5 Base point adjustment that affects
all paddles.
Standard small -9.5 … +9.5 Compensation for paddle
flexibility. Check for country-
specific requirements.
Standard large -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Magnification spot -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Standard magnification -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Implant -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Magnification implant -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Delta 32 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Spot -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Mag spot enhanced -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Biopsy 1 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Biopsy 2 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Spot enhanced -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
reserved -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
&DVVHWWH+ROGHU&DOLEUDWLRQ3U*
No holder -9.5 … +9.5 Base point adjustment that affects
all holders.
Bucky 18x24 -9.5 … +9.5 Adjustment for an individual
cassette holder.
Bucky 24x30 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Magnification 1.6 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Unknown -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Contact 18x24 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Contact 24x30 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Mag 1.8 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Spot Magnification 1.6 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Stereo digital -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Stereo film -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
Magnification 2.0 -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
reserved -9.5 … +9.5 As above.
86502 3-25 June 2001

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Force to 0 N 0N Apply 0N force and accept.
Force to 200 N 200 N Apply 200 N with a calibrated
device and accept if the screen
displays correct figure.
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Mode 0/1 0=Force limits are not applied.
1=Force limits applied.
Position 1 0 - 255 N Compression force stops when
this limit is reached.
Position 2 0 - 255 N As above.
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Apply weight 0N Apply 0N force and accept.
Adjust force 0 - 10 N Adjust for negative compression
force required for the stop
reaction.
In case the compression paddle is driven

upwards and something above or on
compression paddle hinders its movement,
negative compression force affects the
paddle and it bends down.
([LWLQJWKH&2035(66,21VFUHHQ
June 2001 3-26 86502

+)LOWHU
The filter default parameters can be set and changed in ),/7(5 screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to ),/7(5 screen.
$XWR)LOWHU6HWXS3U+
Change thickness 0 - 15 cm Above the range, the Rhodium is
used. Below the range, the
Molybdenum filter is used.
)LOWHUFDOLEUDWLRQ3U+
Molybdenum 12345 The number of steps (from home
position) applied for this filter
selection. A four-step change
moves the filter about 1,3 mm.
Adjust using 4-step intervals
(4,8,12…). Calibrate the filter
from the front edge of the
collimator using small focus
(magnification tunnel).
Rhodium 12345 As above.
Aluminum 12345 As above.
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86502 3-27 June 2001

,*HQHUDWRU
The generator default parameters can be set and changed in *(1(5$725
screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to *(1(5$725
screen.
*HQHUDWRU6HWXS3U,1RWLQXVHDWWKHPRPHQW
Anode Brake On/Off Anode brake operation regulation.
3UH+HDWDGMXVWPHQWODUJHIRFXV /) 3U,1RWLQXVHDW
WKHPRPHQW
1) Press Exposure button to start automatic PreHeat calibration for large focus.
2) If the new PreHeat value is valid and the LCD screen displays 3DVV ,
Diamond returns to the *(1(5$725 screen.
3) If the calibration was not successful, Diamond returns to the calibration

screen.
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WKHPRPHQW
1) Press Exposure button to start automatic PreHeat calibration for large focus.
2) If the new PreHeat value is valid and the LCD screen displays 3DVV ,
Diamond returns to the *(1(5$725 screen.
3) If the calibration was not successful, Diamond returns to the calibration

screen.
June 2001 3-28 86502

3UH+HDW&RPSHQVDWLRQODUJHIRFXV /) 3U,
PreHeat LF 0.5 - 1.50 Large focus preheat adjustment
that affects all kVs.
LF 15 - 39 0 - 255 Large focus preheat adjustment
for each kV. Typical voltage steps
are 54-56.
3UH+HDW&RPSHQVDWLRQVPDOOIRFXV /) 3U,
PreHeat SF 0.5 - 1.50 Small focus preheat adjustment
that affects all kVs.
SF 15 - 39 0 - 255 Small focus preheat adjustment
for each kV.
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86502 3-29 June 2001

-7XEH3DUN
The tube park default parameters can be set and changed in 78%(3$5. screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to 78%(3$5. screen.
7XEH3DUN6HWXS3U-1RWLQXVHDWWKHPRPHQW
Slow speed 1-5 Slow speed adjustment for the
moving tube head.
Fast speed 1-5 Fast speed adjustment for the
moving tube head.
([LWLQJWKH78%(3$5.VFUHHQ
June 2001 3-30 86502

.6WHUHR0RYHPHQW
The stereo movement default parameters can be set and changed in 67(5(2
029(0(17 screen:

changes with the cancel -key. Then Diamond returns to 67(5(2
029(0(17 screen.
6WHUHR0RYHPHQW6HWXS3U.
Low speed limit 1-4 Low speed adjustment.
High speed 4-7 High speed adjustment.
Speed offset -2 … +2 Power boost for c-arm. Do not
change before consulting with the
manufacturer.
Breaking speed 2-4 Slow down speed when required
is being approached. Do not
change before consulting with the
manufacturer.
Ramp in 10ms 5 - 50 Acceleration of ramp speed. Do
not change before consulting with
the manufacturer.
6WHUHR0RYHPHQW6HWXS3U.
Auto drive On / Off If the function is selected (On),
one press is enough to drive to the
stereo angle. If it is not selected
(Off), the stereo drive buttons
have to be pressed down all the
time until the stereo angle is
reached.
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86502 3-31 June 2001

([LWLQJWKHVHUYLFHPRGH
You can exit the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons
down simultaneously.
June 2001 3-32 86502

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Diamond software consists of Flash Memory and Battery RAM. The software
itself is stored in the Flash Memory while the settings are stored in the Battery
RAM.
1) Install Flash Loader-program to your computer. If it has already been

installed, proceed to next step.
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HVSHFLDOO\ WKH RQHV XVLQJ &20SRUWV 6LPXOWDQHRXVO\ UXQ SURJUDPV PD\
VHYHUHO\GLVWXUEWKHVRIWZDUHORDGLQJSURFHVV
2) Start up the Flash Loader-program by double-clicking the program icon.

The following screen appears:
86502 3-33 June 2001

3) Click -button to change installation parameters. The COM port

and Communication Time-out can be changed in this screen. These
settings are session-specific, not stored as new defaults.
4) Select the directory where the .bin-files are stored. This is performed by
writing the directory name on the %LQ ILOH SDWK-field or clicking the
browse -button and searching for the correct directory on hard disk.
When you find the correct directory, click any of the .bin-files listed.
Diamond will then set up default path. If the directory has already been
defined, you can proceed to next step.
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5) Switch Diamond off.
6) Connect Diamond to a laptop with a RS serial cable (to COM1-port).
June 2001 3-34 86502

7) Press -button and switch Diamond on.
After the connection has been successfully established, the screen displays
a green light above the connect-button.
8) If the green light for connection is displayed, the

old software files can be erased. Do not erase if a red light is displayed!
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FRPSOLFDWHG,QFDVHEODFNRXWVRFFXULQWKHHQYLURQPHQWZKHUHWKHXQLWDKV
EHHQSODFHGLWLVUHFRPPHQGWRKDYHDQ836RUVLPLODUHOHFWULFDOEDFNXS
V\VWHPZKLOHXSORDGLQJWKHVRIWZDUH
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86502 3-35 June 2001

9) Press -button to empty the Flash Memory
At this point, the system has no operational software. Do not switch off
the power. Proceed to next step to install required software files.
10) Click -button to start installation. This will take a

couple of minutes. During the loading, the screen will display the progress
by an load indicator bar.
In case you get an error message "Error opening file", check that the file path is
correct.
June 2001 3-36 86502

When the software has been loaded, the connection light turns red and the
following information is displayed:
11) Click -button to quit the Flash Loader-program
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The system settings can be exported in hexadecimal format and can be viewed in
Windows HyperTerminal.
For this you need a PC, hyperterminal software such Windows HyperTerminal®
by Hilgraeve Inc., serial cable (9 pin male and female; lines 2,3 and 7 directly
connected, cable code 85102).
86502 3-37 June 2001

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1) Select COM-port that you want to use at FILE\PROPERTIES\CONNECT
TO-tab sheet:
2) Then proceed to CONFIGURE-tab sheet. Change the parameters to:
3) Accept changes with OK.
June 2001 3-38 86502

&DSWXULQJWKHGDWD
1) Connect the cable between Diamond COM-port and PC serial port. Switch
off Diamond before this.
2) Create (with a Notepad or similar) a text file (for example

C:\Service\log.txt) to save the capture data.
3) Open up Windows HyperTerminal.
4) Select FILE\NEW CONNECTION
5) Switch on the Diamond unit.
6) When the connection is established, select TRANSFER\CAPTURE

TEXT… in Windows HyperTerminal. The following screen appears:
7) If the file in which you want to store data is correct, click on START. If
not, look for the file with Browse-function.
8) The connection between Diamond and the PC is alright, if the command

prompt looks as Dx> (x=software release version, for example, version 9
prompt looks like D9>). Perform service session.
Commands to retrieve system data:
EUDP - Diamond settings data

SDUDPDHFGXPS - detector specific data
bram = printing parameters, recommended after installation
9) When the service session is over, stop the capture by selecting

TRANSFER\CAPTURE\STOP.
10) Switch off Diamond.
11) Terminate the HyperTerminal session and disconnect the PC cable from
Diamond.
12) Switch on Diamond.
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86502 3-39 June 2001

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1) Start capture.
2) After you have finished with Diamond procedures, stop capture.
3) Open up the text with a word processor.
4) Save the text into some word-processing file.
5) Save the file in a secure place for future reference.
In case restoration of some old system parameters is necessary, send the printout
or a text file to the manufacturer. The data is examined and the instructions will
be sent to you.
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In service mode, Diamond Control Panel displays various figures that convey
information about the system condition. The printout of the screen items is
included in appendices.
1) Enter service mode
2) Press button 3 (the right-most button below Control Panel LCD-screen.
3) Press button 2 (in the middle, below LCD-screen). Screen displays various
test figures.
4) Check out listing of the page number in upper left corner of the LCD-
screen.
5) Press button 3 to scroll through pages 1-4.
6) After you have finished with test displays, exit the screen with -key and
exit the service mode.
June 2001 3-40 86502

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If flash memory has for some reason become messed up, then JTAG loader can
be used to erase it and prepare it to receive software download.
1) Store JTAG files on hard disk of a laptop/PC.
2) Switch Diamond off and remove side covers.
3) Unplug all cables of the Supervisor Board, except X10.
4) Plug in JTAG cable (code 85105) X15 on Supervisor Board and to LPT1
on laptop/PC.
5) Switch jumper from J1 to J4 (on Supervisor Board).
6) Launch Flash loader-application.
7) Click on JTAG.
86502 3-41 June 2001

8) Click on Connect.
9) Switch Diamond on. Wait until handshake is over and connection is

established.
10) Select path where JTAG files are located. This is performed by writing the
directory name on the %LQILOHSDWK-field or clicking the browse -
button and searching for the correct directory on hard disk.
June 2001 3-42 86502

11) Click on Erase.
12) Click on Load.
86502 3-43 June 2001

13) When the loading is complete, deselect JTAG. The program returns to
Normal Programming state.
14) Switch Diamond off.
15) Unplug JTAG cable from X15.
16) Plug other cables in the Supervisor Board.
17) Switch jumper from J4 to J1.
18) Load software as instructed in Chapter 3.3, Uploading new software.
19) If the software download was successful, attach side cover back on.
3UREOHPZLWK-7$*"
If the JTAG download failed, check laptop/PC BIOS settings. Proceed to

,QWHJUDWHG ,2 3RUWV or 3DUDOOHO 3RUWV section. For 3DUDOOHO SRUW PRGH, set
(&3. For %DVH,2DGGUHVV, set .
June 2001 3-44 86502

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23(5$7,21
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This section provides theory of operation from the system level to detailed circuit
level.
The electronics contains both low voltage – low energy circuits and power
electronics circuits which are directly connected to the mains line voltage.
The voltages inside the system are hazardous and therefore great caution should
be exercised when measuring electric signals especially with electronic boards
that contain line referenced circuits.
The electronics consist of four major components:
1. Printed circuit boards (PCBs)

• Include all the electrical circuits that are needed to operate the system.
2. Sensors
• Detect positions of different movements and status of the unit
3. Motors
• Provide different movements of mechanical constructions
4. Cabling
• Connects PCBs with other PCBs and sensors and provides PCBs and
motors with operating power
For the system architecture, refer to the documents in Chapter 11, Appendices.
86502 4-1 June 2001

Figure 4.1 X-ray generator block diagram
The generator of the unit is a modern, constant power, high frequency,

feedback-controlled DC x-ray generator consisting of the following parts:
1. Inverter board
2. Filament Control board
3. High voltage unit
4. Anode motor drive (AMD) board
5. Mains transformer
6. Energy storage capacitor
7. Tube housing
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Input power: 4.6 kVA

Output power: Max. 2.6 kW
Output voltage : 20 - 35 kV
Output current : 20 - 100 mA
Frequency: 40 - 100 kHz
Line voltage: 230Vac ±10%, single phase, 50/60Hz
Irms (rest): 300 mA
Irms (exposure): 20 A
I peak: 55 A
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The mains line is applied to the Power Board via mains fuses, line filter and mains
switch. The AC mains voltages are further applied to Generator Board, Stereo
Board, AMD Board and to main transformer that provides all the low voltage
(ground referenced) power.
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Supply voltages from the main transformer are rectified at Power Board. The
output voltages are ±24Vac and +34Vac. The voltage rectifiers are located as
follows:
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+24V +15Vdc Power Board Power and Generator
Board
-24V - 15Vdc Power Board Generator Board
+24V +5Vdc Supervisor Board Supervisor and Power
Board
+24V +5Vdc Stereo Board The internal serial bus
Stereo, Drive, Collimator,
Compression, AEC,
Compression Display
Boards
+24V +15V Stereo Board Stereo, Collimator, AEC
Board
-24V - 15Vdc Stereo Board AEC Board
±15Vdc ±12Vdc AEC Board AEC Board
+24V +5Vdc Control Panel Control Panel Board
Board
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The center of the system is the Supervisor Board that controls all the system
operations. All PCBs are connected to the Supervisor Boards either directly or via
another board.
The communication takes place with two serial (RS-485) links and parallel signals
that provide link between the Supervisor Board and other PCBs. The first serial
bus is an external bus and it connects the Supervisor Board to Control Panel(s)
and other external control devices. The second serial bus is internal and it
connects the Supervisor to all PCBs inside the C-arm of the system. The parallel
ports connect to the Generator Board and Power Board that are located in the
carriage.
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The internal serial bus connects the Supervisor board to PCBs located in the C-
arm. The bus is separated into two segments: the first one connects the AEC
Board and Stereo Board. The other segment connects through Stereo Board and
it connects Compression Board and Collimator Board.
Each of these above-mentioned boards has its own microcontroller that controls
the input/output on that particular board and boards that connect to them (AMD
Board, Drive Board). Each board has its own address and the Supervisor Board
reads and writes alternately to each board every 20ms. If a board does not receive
data for a certain period of time it will reset all its outputs to a non-active state.
The serial bus has two lines: receiving (RXD) and sending line (TXD-from
Supervisors viewpoint). The Supervisor controls the sending line and all other
boards observe that line all the time. The receiving line is occupied for a certain
time by each board alternately after the Supervisor has addressed the board.
The serial cable is a shielded cable and the shield should always be grounded at
both ends of the cable.
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The external serial bus is similar to the internal bus except that it is intended for
one or two control panels and other control devices that are located out side the
unit.
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The Supervisor Board is the center of the system. It is built around Intel’s 386EX
microprocessor. The Supervisor Board controls all the other boards as discussed
in Chapter 4: System Architecture. The software can be programmed into the
memory via JTAG link or COM port. For further details, refer to Chapter 3.3,
Loading new software.
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Refer to the documents in Chapter 11, Appendices.
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The Power Board provides supply voltages and main generator power as well as
controls C-arm rotation and Vertical drive motors.
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Power supply section of the Power Board produces supply voltages +5 V, ±15 V,
±24 V, 34 V and 310 V. Voltages are rectified from output of main transformer
TF1 and direct from line voltage.
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Voltage level of the main supply can be read by the supervisor from signal
CFORCE provided by the power board. Voltage level is measured and calculated
based on a low-level voltage +24Vdc. CFORCE is a dual-purpose signal and is
enabled for measuring the voltage level from +24Vdc while the C-arm is not run.
If the main supply have been interrupted for about 10 to 15 milliseconds, signal
POWERFAIL is passed on to the supervisor. POWER-ON LAMP is switched on
by relay K6 when 34 Vdc is available.
The full wave rectified 310 Vdc is applied to the Generator through relays K6 and
K7. The Supervisor board controls relays with signals RG1 and RG2. When an
exposure is initiated, K7 applies voltage through current limiting resistors R153
and R154 that allow controlled charging of the energy storage capacitor. K6 is
activated by RG2 about one second later and provides full power to the generator
board.
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Connector X16 provides relay contacts for X-ray system status indication. X16
pins 1 and 2 are short-circuited when the unit is on. X12 pins 1 and 2 are short-
circuited when X-rays are being generated. The contacts are rated for 5A, 24VDC
/240VAC.
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The C-arm motor control is an 8-speed supervisor programmed driver for 24 Vdc
motor that rotates the C-arm. Speed of the movement is stabilized with speed
feedback produced by a tachometer on the C-arm motor. The tachometer provides
a pulsed signal C-PULSE that is transformed to voltage speed feedback by
frequency to voltage converter ICA7.
Direction is controlled with signal C-DIR-LEFT and speed with signals C-MUX1,
C-MUX2 and C-MUX3. Four C-position optoswitches provide signals C-RIGHT-
POS, C-RMIDDLE-POS, C-LMIDDLE-POS and C-LEFT-POS. If signal C-
RIGHT-POS or C-LEFT-POS is active, then C-arm movement to the right or left
is restricted respectively. Signal C-RUN is required to run C-motor. C-motor
current is monitored and restricted to app. 15.7 Amperes.
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Z-motor drives vertical movement of the device. Signal Z-DIR-UP defines
direction of the movement. If signal Z-UPPER-LIMIT or Z-LOWER-LIMIT is
active, then movements up or down are not allowed, respectively. Two
microswitches provide Z-limit signals. Signal Z-RUN is required to run Z-motor.
Z-motor current is monitored and limited to app. 4 Amperes. Z-motor is driven
with two speeds. Once the drive is enabled it is started at a low speed and after a
little delay the speed is increased.
The drive of the motor is possible only if motor-stop buttons are installed and no
button is activated (pressed down).
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Refer to Chapter 4.13, Fuses, voltages and LED indications.
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Generator Board regulates the kV and mA of the X-ray tube. The Inverter Board
contains a high voltage and a low voltage section. The high voltage section is
isolated from the low voltage section with optocouplers ICD14-ICD17 and current
transformer TF2.
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4.5.1.1 High voltage section

The high voltage section consists of a MOSFET transistor H-bridge, which
converts the rectified line voltage (+310 VDC) into high frequency current. This
current is taken to the HIGH VOLTAGE UNIT where it is transformed into high
voltage. The inductors L3, L4 and H-bridge’s operating frequency determine the
RMS value of the current and thus the output power to the X-ray tube.
The MOSFET driving pulses are generated at the low voltage section of the board
and are provided by optocouplers ICD14 - ICD17.
TF2 is a current transformer, which monitors the bridge current. If the bridge
current exceeds the preadjusted current limit the control circuit in the low voltage
section turns the MOSFETs off.
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The input voltage is applied through the connector X6. When an exposure is
initiated, relays K1 and K2 on the Power Board provide the line voltage. The
activation of the EXPENA signal (H8) enables the H-bridge drive circuitry.
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The high voltage is regulated by adjusting the H-bridge’s operating frequency.
This is done by comparing the feedback signal (KVFB) from the high voltage unit
with the reference voltage from the Supervisor Board and taking the error signal
to the frequency modulator circuit (ICA10, ICD7, ICD12). The output is taken to
ICD10A and ICD10B, which drive the MOSFET driving optocouplers.
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An exposure is initiated by the Supervisor Board by activation of the EXPENA
signal. This enables pulsing of the MOSFET drive optocouplers and allows the
kV reference signal to rise providing "soft start".
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The level of the used kV is set by the SUPERVISOR BOARD with signals
KVMAREF0 -KVMAREF7. This 8-bit digital word contains the kV reference.
The kV reference is converted into an analog signal in D/A converter ICA6
(TP26).
The analog kV reference (TP26) and the kV feedback (TP20) signals correspond
to actual kV as follows:
kV = DVM read-out * 10 kV
For example, if the digital multimeter (DVM) read-out is 2.5 V, the actual high
voltage is 25kV.
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The calibration of the kV is done by adjusting the D/A converter’s (ICA6)

reference voltage with trimmer potentiometer R67
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Improper settings of the potentiometer can damage the GENERATOR BOARD,

HIGH VOLTAGE UNIT and the X-RAY TUBE.
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The mA control adjusts the X-ray tube’s filament heating level to provide the
desired tube current (mA). This is done by regulating the filament voltage with
"FLYBACK" type pulse width modulated switch mode power supply (T1, T2,
TF1, D14, C85, and ICA5). The control circuitry uses current mode control, which
provides better stabilization and protects the semiconductor switches against over-
current. The operation consists of two consecutive sequences: 1) the preheat
sequence, and 2) normal mA control sequence. The preheat sequence is used for
heating of the filament to the desired level prior to the exposure, in order to
achieve optimum mA rise at the start up.
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During the preheat sequence the control feedback comes from the filament
voltage, and during an exposure the mAFB signal is used, providing the actual
tube current monitoring.
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mA generation timing is controlled with four signals: 60$///$5*()2&86,

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60$///$5*()2&86 is a latch output, which changes state depending on

whether the Mag-box (small focal spot) or either a Bucky or a Cassette tunnel
(large focal spot) is attached to the unit. Diamond selects which mA feedback
resistor will be used on the mA feedback and which filament will be energized.
*(1(1$ becomes active 20-40 ms after the hand switch is depressed. The relay
K1 is powered up by GENENA and applies power to the filament transformer
TR1. During the time between PREHEAT and EXPENA, the pulse width
modulator (ICA5) uses filament voltage as its feedback voltage. The reference is
software controlled to achieve proper tube current rise at the beginning of an
exposure.
When EXPENA goes active, actual exposure begins and regulation of the tube
current becomes a more important issue than filament voltage. This is performed
by connecting the common of the filaments to ground through one of the mA
feedback resistors (R7 or R8+R9). This signal, called P$)(('%$&. 0$)%
is now fed to the pulse width modulator by an analog switch (ICA10). Its output
was transferred from filament voltage to MAFB with the signal 35(0$&75/.
The PRE/MACTRL signal is activated approximately 7 ms after the EXPENA
signal. The duty cycle of the pulse width will vary depending on what is required
to maintain proper mA.
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The preheat reference is the reference for filament voltage. It is converted from
8 (KVMAREF0-7) parallel databits into preheat reference information in two-
channel D/A converter (ICA4).
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The mA reference is the reference for the actual tube current. It is converted from
8 (KVMAREF0-7) parallel databits into mA reference information in two-channel
D/A converter (ICA4). The selection between preheat and mA channel is made
with signal PRE/MASEL (0 – PREHEAT; 1 – mA).
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The preheat adjustment is performed separately for large and small focus by
varying the preheat reference with software.
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The generator board features several circuits to protect the generator or the X-ray
tube.
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KVOK and TUBEFAIL signals are activated if the KVFB signal does not reach
the kV reference. This typically occurs during a high voltage breakdown or
arching.
TUBEFAIL signal provides a SHUTDOWN kV for the control circuit on board.

KVOK signal provides Supervisor Board with information that kV is reached.
As the arching is characteristic to x-ray tubes, and hence may occur during normal
operation, the exposure is continued with a new activation of the EXPENA signal.
The Supervisor Board allows three (3) tube failures per exposure before an error
message is displayed.
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MAOK signal is zeroed if the mA feedback does not reach the mA reference. This
information goes to Supervisor Board and enables software controlled protection.
FILA_ERROR signal is activated approximately 600ms after the MAOK signal

goes zero. It reduces the current limit for filament power supply, thus protecting
the filament from excessive heating.
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The FBMISS signal is activated if the feedback cable is not connected or the
connector is not properly seated. It disables the +34V power to the filament as
well as shuts down the filament PWM regulator (ICA5).
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The generator has a Back Up Timer (ICA10c) that disables both the +34V for the
filament and the EXPENA signal providing SHUTDOWN approximately fifteen
(15) seconds after the activation of the EXPENA signal. This is only a safety
feature and does not affect normal operation.
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J3 1-2 2-3 Disable N92.signal
J4 1-2 2-3 Disable P$2. signal
J5 1-2 2-3 Disable 78%()$,/signal
and generator shutdown
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The Supervisor Board monitors the generator performance and measures certain
signals in order to perform calibrations and adjustments.
The information to Supervisor Board from different generator signals is

multiplexed through *(1021 signal. The different measured values are
multiplexed to )%)54. The multiplexing is performed according to following
table:
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0 0 0 TUBEFAIL +34V
0 0 1 TUBEFAIL KVREF
0 1 0 FBMISS MAREF
0 1 1 FBMISS PREHREF
1 0 X TUBEFAIL KVFB
1 1 X FILA_ERROR MASFB
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It is possible to check the operation of kV and mA control circuitry without X-

rays.
1) Turn OFF the unit

2) Unplug connectors ; and ;from the GENERATOR Board (a four-pin
connector).
3) Unplug ; of the Power Board
4) Set the jumpers ---- on the GENERATOR Board to SRVLWLRQ
[right-hand, non-default position].
The kV control circuitry is driving the MOSFETS with the minimum frequency
(app. 20kHz) and the filament voltage is regulated to preheat level.
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The unit features a rotating anode tube. The anode plate is accelerated with 230
VAC before the emission of electrons from cathode. During exposure, stator
needs a certain running voltage (40-100 VAC), and after exposure the anode plate
can be held steady with a brake stop.
All this is performed with the phase control of a triac (V1). The control element
is Telefunken TEA1007 (A7). Acceleration is achieved directly with mains
voltage. During exposure, the firing angle of the triac is set to a level that
corresponds to the required RMS voltage. Brake stop is optional (software) and
is done by half-wave rectifying the mains voltage. Both acceleration and brake
procedures take approximately 1 second. Safety issues are also taken into account
by monitoring the current of the triac. Should errors be detected, the
microprocessor will not allow exposures. The exchange of information between
the microprocessor and this board is optoisolated because the anode motor drive
board is floating on mains voltage.
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Stereo Board is the central board in the C-arm. Its main tasks are the electronics
bus segment handling, sensor and keyboard signal monitoring, power supply
regulation and motor control.
The Stereo Board handles the internal electronics serial bus communication so
that the two bus segments can communicate. Each time a board is sending data to
Supervisor Board (that is, writing to the bus) it must take over the TXD line. The
segment that contains Collimator and Compression boards connects to the main
segment via Stereo board and therefore Stereo board must take over the TXD line
of the main segment each time someone from the other segment sends data to
Supervisor.
Sensor and keyboard signals on the C-arm (except tube head) are collected in the
Stereo Board.
The ±15Vdc and +5Vdc supply voltages for all the boards in the C-arm are
regulated on the Stereo board. Refer to Chapter 4.2.1, Supply voltage regulation.
Stereo board also drives the compression motor, ECS motor and Stereo motor and
controls cassette and grid motors on the Drive board.
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The Stereo board contains +5V switch mode power supply (SMPS) that supplies
+5Vdc voltage to the Stereo, Drive, AEC, Collimator and Compression boards.
The +15V linear regulator supplies +15Vdc to the Stereo, Drive, AEC, Collimator
and Compression boards.
The –15V linear regulator is used as preregulator by AEC board’s –12V regulator.
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Both motors are +24Vdc-motors, which are driven with pulse width modulated
(PWM) power supplies that can provide variable voltage control, thus enabling
speed control. Each drive circuit consists of control circuit and two power
transistors. The output voltage consists of +34 Volt pulses whose width
determines the RMS voltage of the motor. This voltage is proportional to the
reference voltage applied to the control circuitry.
The operating frequency for both drives is approximately 30kHz.
Stereo and ECS motors are driven by the same control and drive circuit (ICA1,
T1, T2). Both drives are speed controlled. The speed feedback for stereo drive
comes from stereo motor tachometer and the speed reference for ECS drive comes
from compression motor tachometer. The active motor is selected with relay K3
and the direction is selected with K4.
The operating speed is software controlled and multiplexed from 7 resistors with
ICD18. ECS speed is either determined by the compression motor (ECS mode)
or fixed speed (C-arm mode).
Both drives also utilize a current limiting circuit that limits the motor current to
approximately 5A.
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The compression motor drive is a software controlled 8 speed PWM drive. The
speed is selected by choosing one reference voltage from multiplexer ICD9.
The compression motor tachometer measures the compression speed, which is

used as reference speed to ECS motor control.
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The unit is equipped with a compression release back up feature. If the line
voltage suddenly disappears, then the compression is released. This is
implemented with relay K2. When this relay is powered up, the compression
motor is operated normally. When the relay is not activated, the motor is driven
upwards with capacitor charge in the +34Vdc power supply line.
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Stereo board receives the signals from stereo angulation sensors (refer to Chapter
4.12, Sensors), ECS limit sensors (which connect directly to the board) and
cassette holder sensors, cassette movement and grid position sensors (which
connect via Drive Board).
The signals from C-arm operating panel connect to X24.
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The Drive Board contains drive and control circuits for grid and cassette
movement stepper motors.
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The grid is moved with a stepper motor that is controlled by ICD3. This
microcontroller contains software that controls the grid speed, which is a function
of the grid position.
Prior to an exposure, the Stereo Board activates the grid movement with signal
GRID_START. When the grid has reached the maximum speed the
microcontroller on Drive Board sends the XRAY signal that allows the Supervisor
Board to start the exposure.
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Cassette Tray is moved with a stepper motor that is controlled by ICA4. This
stepper motor controller requires enabling, direction and clock signals from Stereo
Board (CAS_ENA, CAS_DIR, CAS_CLOCK).
Each clock pulse corresponds to a certain movement in distance and the pulse
frequency determines the travel speed. The Stereo Board microcontroller provides
the necessary amount of clock pulses to drive the cassette tray. The actual cassette
tray position is sensed with cassette tray movement sensors.
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Cassette holder sensors (Sensor Board, refer to Chapter 4.12, Sensors), cassette
tray movement and grid position sensors all connect to the Drive Board. The
signals are further taken to the Stereo Board, which sends them to the Supervisor
Board via the RS-485 serial link.
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The collimator board controls the integrated collimator plates, filter movement,
tube park movement and field light.
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The two integrated collimator plates and the filter mechanism are each driven by
a stepper motor. Each motor uses the same control and drive circuit
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The tube drive circuit consists of pulse width modulated (PWM) IC ICA5, which
run at approximately 30kHz. The drive has 8 different software controlled
reference voltages that correspond to 8 different tube park speeds respectively.
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Collimator board receives the signals from tube park movement sensors, tube
movement safety clutch sensor, collimator plate and filter home sensors, external
collimation plate sensor board and face shield sensor. Refer to Chapter 4.12,
Sensors.
The signals from tube head operating panel connect to X24.
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The Compression board controls the compression thickness and force
measurement and display. It also controls the displays and keyboard on
compression arm control panel. The microcontroller ICD7 controls the board
operations and sends the data to the Supervisor Board for further processing.
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Compression thickness is measured with optocouplers that read the dotted tape.
The dotted tape provides information about distance, direction of movement and
compression and home position. This information is then transferred to processor
87C51. The calibration is performed with the software.
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Compression force is measured with strain gauges in the compression mechanism.
The signal is brought to the amplifier ICA1. The offset voltage of the amplifier
must be set to 450mV/5mV when there is no strain on the compression paddle.
The voltage is measured between test points TP1 and TP2.
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Compression force, compression thickness and the c-arm angle is displayed by
Compression Display Board that contains a driver ICD8 (ICM7218BIQI) to
control the 7-segment display. The Display Board also contains Hall sensors to
recognize various compression paddles.
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Buttons for AEC screen, C-arm and Z-movement are connected to 3x8 matrix.
The matrix number is regulated with a micro-controller ICD7 of the Compression
Board.
3X8 MATRIX
SW-A SW-B SW-C
DETEC 0 AUTOPOINT PADDLE 1
DETEC 1 FILTER PADDLE 2
DETEC 2 COMPRESSION + PADDLE 4
DETEC 3 COMPRESSION - PADDLE 8
DETEC 4 FIELD LIGHT VERT-UP
DETEC 5 C-ARM-LEFT VERT-DOWN
DETEC 6 C-ARM-RIGHT N.C.
DETEC 7 N.C. N.C.
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The AEC Board measures the radiation that goes through the breast from eight
different ellipsoidal-shaped detectors. It also collects sensor data to Supervisor
Board.
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Each detector consists of several photodiodes that provide current that is
proportional to the radiation. This current is converted into voltage for each
separate detector. The signals from eight detectors are then multiplexed in ICA5
to one variable gain and variable offset amplifier and taken further to 12-bit
analog to digital converter ICD5. The data from the detectors is then taken to the
microcontroller, which sends the it to the Supervisor Board for further processing.
The second amplifier stage, which is common to all eight detectors, features
software controlled offset circuit, which provides correct offsets for each detector.
Also the gain can be selected to provide optimum point of operation for each
exposure. The principal AEC gain is accomplished with software.
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The AEC Board receives signals from cassette sensor and cassette lock sensors.
Refer to Chapter 4.12, Sensors.
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The Sensor Board consists of four Hall-sensors (image A) that decode the holders
according to table below. Each cassette holder is equipped with one to four
magnets (image B) that encode the cassette holder discussed before.
The signals from the Sensor Board are transferred to Drive board and further to
Stereo Board, which sends the data to the Supervisor Board via RS-485 serial link.
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0 0 0 1 Bucky 18x24
0 0 1 0 Bucky 24x30
0 0 1 1 Mag 1.6
0 1 1 1 Mag 1.8
1 0 1 1 Mag 2.0
1 0 0 1 Digital Stereo - Delta 32
0 1 0 1 Contact 18x24
0 1 1 0 Contact 24x30
1 0 0 0 Spot Mag 1.6
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The presence of a cassette is detected with a reflective photo sensor that is

activated when the cassette tray is in back position and a cassette is inserted. The
LED part of the sensor emits infra-red light that is reflected to the phototransistor
part of the sensor whenever a reflective surface is placed near the sensor. The
sensitivity of the detector can be adjusted with a trimmer potentiometer on the
Cassette Opto Board.
The photo sensor connects to the AEC board 85001 and is then taken to the
Supervisor Board via RS 485 serial link by AEC board microcontroller.
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The cassette locks are used for activation of the cassette tray movement. The
position of the cassette lock is sensed with two Hall-sensors on the Cassette Lock
Sensor Board that detect the small magnet inserted in the cassette lock lever.
The Cassette Lock Sensor Board connects to the AEC board X1 and is then taken
to the Supervisor Board via RS 485 serial link by AEC board microcontroller.
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The Cassette Tray movement is detected with three slotted photosensors of which
two of them are connected in parallel providing one signal at both ends of the
movement area.
The position of the cassette tray is decoded as per following table.
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The actual location of the grid is calculated from stepper pulses by the grid
microcontroller on the Drive Board.
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The home position of the grid is sensed with a slotted photointerrupter that is
activated by a flag in the grid mechanism. The grid home signal is taken to both
Drive Board grid controller and the microcontroller on the Stereo Board, which
further sends the data to Supervisor Board via RS-485 serial link.
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The actual location of the collimator plates is calculated from stepper pulses by
the microcontroller on the Collimator Board. The position of the front lid is
derived from the drive order of the back and side plates.
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The actual location of the collimator plate is sensed with a slotted photointerrupter
that is activated with a flag in the collimator plate. The home signal is taken to the
microcontroller on the Collimator Board, which further sends the data to
Supervisor Board via RS-485 serial link.
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External collimation plates are detected by Collimator Sense Board (85032),

which has 3 optos for that purpose. Every diaphragm has 1-3 flags that activate
respective optos. The signals are taken to the Collimator Board to be further
utilized in Collimation interlock or other (later) features. Table of diaphragm
codes will be determined in later versions of this manual.
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The actual location of the filter mechanism is calculated from stepper pulses by
the grid microcontroller on the Collimator Board.
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The home position of the filter is sensed with a slotted photointerrupter that is
activated by a flag in the filter mechanism. The filter home signal is taken to the
microcontroller on the Collimator Board, which further sends the data to
Supervisor Board via RS-485 serial link.
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There are three limit sensors for the C-arm rotation. The center limit consists of
slotted photointerrupters, which are activated by a flag in the mechanism. The two
other photointerrupter limits prevent the mechanism from colliding to the
mechanical limit at maximum C-arm angles.
The signals from the limits are taken via the Power Board to the Supervisor
Board.
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The Rotation angle is calculated from the pulses of the Tacho Board, which is
attached to the C-arm motor. The software calibration is based on fixed rotation
limits that is the center position, where the zero reading is updated each time the
C-arm is at CC-position.
The tacho pulses are taken to the Supervisor Board via the Power Board.
When the power is turned on the current angle value is stored in Supervisor Board
memory where it is fetched from next time the unit is powered up.
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The Rotation Speed is measured from the pulses of the Tacho Board, which is
attached to the C-arm motor. The pulses are taken to the Power Board, which uses
a circuit that controls the speed according to a speed reference from Supervisor
Board.
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The compression travel limits are measured with the WZR VORWWHG
SKRWRLQWHUUXSWHUV from the bar code ribbon located in the compression
mechanism.
The compression features two limits. The upper is actual travel limit that prevents
collision. The other one is used for compression thickness calibration.
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The compression thickness is measured with the 7KLFNQHVV6HQVRU%RDUG from

the bar code ribbon located in the compression mechanism.
The 7KLFNQHVV 6HQVRU %RDUG consists of two accurately positioned slotted

photointerrupters. The microcontroller on the &RPSUHVVLRQ%RDUGcounts pulses
and the phase shift between the two sensors in order to determine the relative
compression travel and direction. The relative compression thickness is then sent
to the Supervisor Board via the RS-485 serial link.
The calibration is carried out at the two fixed positions that act as compression
travel limits. Each time the power is turned on, the system locates one of the fixed
positions and determines the actual compression arm location.
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The compression force is measured with two strain gages located in the force
measuring block of the compression arm.
The strain gages connect to the Compression Board, which features a voltage to
frequency converter that is controlled by the on board microcontroller, which
further sends the data to the Supervisor Board via the RS-485 serial link.
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The compression speed is measured from tachometer inside the compression

motor.
The tacho pulses are taken to the Stereo Board that converts the pulses into a
speed reference voltage for the ECS drive to be used in the ECS mode.
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Different compression paddles are detected by four Hall-sensors on the

Compression Display Board that detect the small magnets inserted in the
compression paddle. The image below describes the order of the sensors in the
Compression Display Board (series A) and the magnets on the compression
paddle (series B).
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1 0 1 0 Biopsy paddle 9 and 18mm holes
1 0 1 1 Biopsy paddle 50x90mm square
1 1 0 0 Magnification paddle
0 1 1 0 Magnification paddle implant
0 1 0 1 Paddle implant
0 0 1 0 Paddle standard 18x24
0 0 0 1 Paddle standard 24x30
0 0 1 1 Spot magnification paddle
enhanced circle and square
12x12cm
1 0 0 0 Spot Paddle
enhanced circle and square
0 1 1 1 Delta 32 paddle
Table 4.6 Compression paddle encoding
In schematics, C1 equals to S1, C2 to S2, C4 to S3 and C8 to S4.
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The ECS movement limits are accomplished with a flag that enters the two slotted
photointerrupters. Their purpose is to prevent the mechanical collision at both
ends of the ECS movement.
The signals connect to the Stereo Board, which prevents the ECS from driving to
the corresponding direction. The data from the switches are also taken to the
Supervisor Board via the RS-485 serial link.
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The Tube Park movement limits are accomplished with a flag that enters the three
slotted photointerrupters.
Two of the switches are located at end points of the movement. Their purpose is
to prevent the mechanical collision at both ends of the tube movement.
The purpose of the two other (middle) switches is to determine the position where
the tube speed will be reduced prior to reaching the ends.
The signals from the four switches are taken to the Collimator Board, which
further sends the data to the Supervisor Board via the RS-485 serial link.
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The Tube Park mechanism features a safety clutch in case the tube movement is
hindered. The status of the safety clutch is monitored with a microswitch that
closes when the clutch has been activated.
The microswitch connects to the Collimator Board, which further sends the data
to the Supervisor Board via the RS-485 serial link.
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The angles for stereotactic operations are accomplished with four slotted
photointerrupters located underneath the Stereo Board.
The ±15 degree angles are determined by two opto boards on the sides. The center
position of the stereo arm is detected with the 6WHUHR 6HQVRU %RDUG which
contains two opto switches.
The exact positioning of the stereo arm is adjusted by moving the corresponding
opto boards.
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The Stereo Speed is measured from the pulses of the Tacho Board, which is
attached to the Stereo motor. The pulses are taken to the Stereo Board, which uses
a circuit that controls the speed according to a speed reference.
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service manual for the location of the test points. Voltages marked with * are
unregulated.
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TP6 GND to TP3 Unreg +24Vdc*
TP6 GND to TP5 Unreg. -24 Vdc*
TP6 GND to TP7 Reg. +15 Vdc

TP6 GND to TP15 Reg. -15 Vdc
Network voltage for Generator Board during exposure:
TP26 GND to TP27 Unreg. +34 Vdc*
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Test equipment required: Radiation meter
0.1 mm Aluminum Plates (Alloy 1100)
Enter the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons down
simultaneously. The following screen appears:
Collimate the X-ray beam by a lead plate with a hole placed close the tube and
restrict the beam to an area slightly larger than the ionization chamber. Use 25 kV
and measure the radiation using 0 - 0.1 - 0.2 - 0.3 - 0.4 mmAl.
Plot your data on the chart and connect data points with a line. Take the 0.0 mmAl
reading and divide it by two. Find where that reading would intersect your graph
and determine the half-value layer from the aluminum axis. Use mAs that gives
you about 400 mR with 0 mmAl.
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Exit the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons down
simultaneously.
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Test equipment required: Radiation meter
1) Center the radiation meter on the image receptor so that its ion chamber
is as close as possible to the chest wall edge of the image receptor.
2) Place a piece of lead under the meter to block back scatter.
3) For small focal spot testing, remove the image receptor. Make the
exposures in the service mode. For large focus, insert a cassette holder and
make the measurements on the cassette holder top.
4) Enter the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons

5) Make exposures as directed by the table below, comparing your results

with the data given on the same table.
mR/mAs
kV SMALL FOCUS LARGE FOCUS
DESIRED ACTUAL CHECK DESIRED ACTUAL CHECK
25 3-9 3-9
29 8 - 15 7 - 14
35 16 - 23 10 - 18
Table 5.1. Tube efficiency
+ Make all exposures at 100 mAs without the paddle!
+ If the output of the tube consistently falls below the desired level, check kV,
mA, preheat.
simultaneously.
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Test equipment required: Star phantom
Slit focal
Special focal spot measurement diaphragm
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1) Insert a Bucky or a cassette holder.
2) Enter the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons

Focus Insert kV mA T.exp.

Large focus M113SP 25 80 0.1
Small focus M113SP 25 10 0.3
The default setting of the Large Focus is 28 kV, 50 mA. Large focus measurement
parameters for other inserts can be scrolled by pressing the mAs+ button.
2) Remove the Bucky or cassette holder
3) Install the star pattern phantom to the special focal spot measurement
diaphragm to have the phantom at a correct angle. The diaphragm for
Diamond can be ordered from Instrumentarium Imaging.
4) Place a normal cassette in line with the front edge of the cassette holder
support. Put a guide under the tube side of the cassette so that the cassette
raises 12 mm (0.5 inc.) from the surface.
5) Make an exposure.
6) Develop the film and fill in the form for large focal spot to calculate the
focal spot size. Measure also the magnified diameter of star.
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Enter the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons down
simultaneously.
Install a magnification tunnel.
Go back to the focus measurement mode as described in previously.
Remove the magnification table and place the cassette on the cassette holder
support as described in previously.
Make an exposure
Fill out the form for small focal spot to calculate the small focal spot.
Bw = Blur diameter of width

Parallel to anode-cathode axis
BL = Blur diameter of length

Perpendicular to anode-cathode axis
Fw = C * BW/(M - 1) , FL = C * BL / (M - 1)
C = .00872 for .5 degree star

= .017 for 1 degree star
= .0349 for 2 degree star (measurements of the small focal spot are
not possible using 2 degree star)
Magnified diameter of star, DS = _________________mm
Optical magnification, M = DS/45= _________________mm
Large focal spot Small focal spot

Bw = ________________ mm Bw
= _________________mm
Bl = ________________ mm Bl
= _________________mm
Fw = ________________ mm Fw
= _________________mm
Fl = ________________ mm Fl
= _________________mm
simultaneously.
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1. For the film processor evaluation procedure, refer to Diamond Installation
Instructions (86501), Chapter 7.2.4, Film processor evaluation.
2. Place a loaded cassette into the Bucky and select AEC operation using
settings (kV) as you would use for an average 4.5 cm compressed breast.
3. Place the RMI 156 phantom on the Bucky in the same position as a breast.
The nipple indent marker should be positioned away from the chest wall.
Use a standard 18 x 24-cm or 24 x 30-cm compression paddle.
4. Set the AEC detector to an inward position under the wax portion of the
phantom.
5. Make an exposure and process the exposed film. This image will represent
the imaging abilities of your machine using these clinical factors.
6. If the image is over or under exposed, make a AEC adjustment and repeat
the exposure.
7. Once an acceptable image has been obtained, have one or more viewers
identify and record which objects are seen. Use a magnifying glass to look
for the structures as you would on a patient’s mammogram. Use the
phantom scoring procedure on the following pages to score system
performance.
8. Make another exposure using magnification table and score that image.
9. Mark both films with the date, kV, mAs and their scores and file them for
future reference.
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FIBERS SPECS MASSES

Number Size Points Number Size Points Number Size Points
1. 1.56 1 7. .54 1 12. 2.0 1
2. 1.12 1 8. .40 1 13. 1.0 1
3. .89 3 9. .32 6 14. .75 1
4. .75 5 10. .24 7 15. .50 7
5. .54 9 11. .16 10 16. .25 10
6. .40 10
As a minimum, the system shall image:
1) 4 Fibers - 1, 2, 3, 4
2) 2 Specs - 7, 8, 9
3) 3 Masses - 12, 13, 14
To meet the ACR criteria the minimum acceptable score would the yield a
minimum score of 10 for fibers, 8 for specs and 3 for masses. Total score would
the be 21.
If your mammography unit is significantly worse, you may wish to check the
accuracy of the kVp, the focal spot size, the half value layer, and the image
processor, You could also consult a medical physicist or engineer who specializes
in diagnostic radiology.
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Figure 5.2 Measurement of the feedback circuitry
Remove the low voltage connector ;from the HV-unit and measure on the
cable connector end the resistance between ground and pin ; (This is the kV-
feedback resistance on the INVERTER Board). It should beNΩ. (If the
power is ON, the value is 45 kohms).
If 0Ω check the cabling between the connector and the FILAMENT CONTROL
Board, and the cabling between FILAMENT CONTROL Board and the
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in connector ;.
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Remove the connector ; from the tube and measure on the cable connector end
the resistance between ground and pin ; (this is the mA feedback resistor on
the FILAMENT CONTROL Board). It should be about Ω when small focus
on and Ω when large focus on. Plug in connector ;.
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The measurement must be performed with a calibrated Unfors, RTI, PMX-I/M or
equivalent. The test is performed in the VHUYLFHPRGH. Select PDQXDOPRGH.
Use QRFDVVHWWHKROGHU at all when measuring the /) The Synchro Bucky feature
interrupts the x-rays for 50ms at grid turnaround points. The interruption may
interfere with the measurement.
When measuring the 6), PDJQLILFDWLRQ WXQQHO should be used. Set the
parameters as shown in the table below and make the exposures.
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Table 5.2 Parameters for small and large focuses
Record the kV, mAs and time reading after each exposure. The time reading is to
be compared with the Diamond control panel time display.
The maximum tolerances for kV, mAs and exposure time are:
For kV
± ( 1.5 kV + internal acceptance limit ±1kV)
For mAs
± 4 mAs for mAs values less than or equal to 40 mAs
± 10 % for mAs values greater than 40 mAs
Measure with scope the voltage from the MAFB TP21 and divide it by
resistance of 19.6R1 for large focus and by 78.4R for small focus.
For exposure time

± ( 0.1 second + instrument inaccuracy - tube current reduced with small
breast thickness)
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Test equipment needed: Sensitometer, Densitometer, Acrylic blocks, Film &
Cassette. ATTACH THE BUCKY DEVICE.
Enter into the service mode by pressing kV- and Den- buttons down
simultaneously for 3 seconds.
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Testing procedure:
1. Attach the cassette holder.

2. Position an acrylic plate carefully so that it covers the AEC detector.
3. Select such a kV that will produce the clinically suitable optical density
at 4cm thickness.
4. Make an exposure using the Auto Time-mode.
5. Develop the film.
6. Measure the film density. If the density is not what you wish it to be,
reprogramming of AEC is recommended, but record (export) the system
settings before changing anything.
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The system settings can be exported in hexadecimal format and can be viewed and
stored in Windows HyperTerminal. For HyperTerminal properties setting and
about how to capture, refer to Chapter 3.4, Using HyperTerminal interface with
Diamond.
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In order to adjust the gain of each detector, follow these instructions:
1. Place about 40mm acrylic on the cassette holder. Use 28 kV and Auto
Time mode and make an exposure.
2. Enter the service mode and "AEC" from the program groups list. Then
select "8:Detector Adjustment" from the AEC list. Diamond compares
readings from other detectors and then calculates new factors for them in
relation to C1.
3. Answer now YES if you have followed the steps 1 and 2.
4. Scroll display and check that new gains seem reasonable.
5. Press , if new gains are valid.
6. Finally, the program asks for confirmation on the system setting changes.
After the setting, the values could be as in table below:
'HW 'HW 'HW 'HW 'HW 'HW 'HW 'HW

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Individual detectors of the Diamond AEC can be adjusted separately in service
program PrD02.
For example, if Det1 reading is 1600 and Det2 reading is 1400, then Det2
amplification must be changed: 1600 times 0.98 divided by 1400 = 1.12, which
after second exposure gives a Det2 reading of about 1570.
Note that above-mentioned detector factors are experimental results for most
film/screen/processor combinations. In order to verify these, measure O.D. and
adjust the gain for each detector separately. Especially detector C4 may change
because of the heel effect.
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The part of the equipment, which undergoes the most use is the compression
system, so it needs regular attention and treatment when necessary. Spread some
grease (MBDE or other high-quality grease) on the compression driving axle and
support joints. If the driving wheels are noisy or the hand wheels difficult to
rotate, we strongly recommend that you remove the C-arm and grease the inside
of the compression system. Check also the digital compression display according
to the test described in the Installation Instruction.
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Check all cables, especially the cables coming from the C-arm. Check also the
counter weight wire condition.
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Place a scale under the paddle and compress it like a breast using hand wheels.
The mechanical clutch should stop the compression movement before the pressure
reaches 200 N (45 lbs.). If the compression exceeds this, adjust the clutch by
rotating screw.
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In order to test the x-ray field, perform the following procedures:
1) Select the desired film size, load the film into the cassette and put the
cassette and diaphragm in their places.
2) Select the manual mode (25 kV, 20 mAs).
3) Place a piece of white paper (18 x 24 and/or 24 x 30) on the cassette

holder so that the light field can be seen clearly.
4) Place for example some coins in the corners of the area illuminated on the
cassette holder and make an exposure.
5) Develop the film.
The coins on the film should not be more than ± 5 mm out of the exposed field.
The light field can be adjusted with two screws at the rear end of the collimator.
Figure 5.3 Collimator light field alignment screws.
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Exact exposure position of the tube head (tube park stop) may be adjusted with
the nut (A) and the torque of the movement with bolt (B). Set the torque at about
50-60N.
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Refer to service agreement what kind of maintenance plan has been ordered.
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• QA check.
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• Check all compression paddles for any cracks or broken surfaces.
• Quick AEC test
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• Confirm that the exposure indicator light stays on for the length of the
exposure.
• Confirm that the buzzer stays on for the length of the exposure.
• Confirm that the exposure switch requires continuous pressing to maintain

the exposure and that releasing of the switch terminates the exposure and
that the timer display indicates "Rel".
• Inspect and confirm that all warning labels and embossed, painted or other
wearable labels have not been defaced or worn and that they are legible.
• Confirm that the ready light is on when various modes are selected. A
daily QA check is recommended. Software monitors the status of each
detector and prevents an exposure with a faulty detector.
• Check that the carriage moves smoothly and in both directions.
• Check that the compression force has not changed.
• Check that the compression paddle drives up for approximately 5 seconds

when the mains voltage is disconnected
• Check that the C-arm moves smoothly in all positions. Check that the
displayed angle corresponds to the selected angle. Also check that ± 15°
motorized stereo angulation movement is functioning correctly.
• Check that all buttons on the control panel are functioning and check that
all lights and display segments function immediately after turning the
main power on.
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• Place a 60 mm acrylic block on the cassette holder. Drive the compression

paddle down against the acrylic blocks. Check that the thickness display
indicates 6.0 cm. If not, call for service.
• Switch on the x-ray field illumination light (46) and check that it covers
the imaging area.
• Pay attention to any strange sounds that your unit may make inform your
service technician about these immediately. if you have any doubts about
the correct safe operation of the unit, switch it off and do not use it until
you can it checked by an Instrumentarium approved Service Technician.
• Check that the emergency stop buttons function correctly. Rotate the C-
arm or move the compression paddle using a foot pedal and press one of
the emergency stop buttons (18). All motorized movements should stop.
Release the emergency stop button, switch on the unit once again and then
repeat the test using the emergency stop button on the opposite side of the
unit.
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• kV/mAs/preheat tests Perform tests 2.12.7, 2.12.8 and 2.14.8.
• X-ray and light fields Perform tests 2.14.10 and 2.14.11.
• AEC adjustment Perform test 2.14.14.
• Safety ground Verify that the metal parts of the unit are
connected to protective ground.
• Oil leaks Check that the high voltage unit and the tube
housing do not leak oil.
• Anode run voltage Perform test 2.12.6.
• Compression force Perform test 2.14.5, 2.14.7 and 2.14.8.
• Interlock system Check that exposures are inhibited if the

diaphragm, cassette holder or the cassette
is not installed.
• Check the error codes.
• Clean the High Voltage Connections and grease with clean grease for
example DowCorning #4.
June 2001 5-16 86502

• Lubricate the counterweight wires with a light coat of "STP" or "CRC".

Do not apply degreasers or cleaners. Replace if broken strands are found.
Recommended wire replacement interval is 5 years.
• Tighten ground connections. Inspect crimps, connections and cables for

wear or breakage.
• Check for the operation of the C-arm gear and lubricate it.
• Check the collimator and filter mechanism and movement.
• Inspect the floor fixing points to ensure the secure and safe fixing of the
support base plate of the unit.
• Check the stereo drive mechanism.
• Check Tube Park alignment.
• Update the tube efficiency software parameters.
• Remove debris from the cassette loading mechanism and lubricate it.
• Remove dust from the fan.
• Exposure Reproducibility (mR/mAs)
• Focal Spot
• If the unit is been used very much, apply grease (for example, Optimal
HT2EP Optitemp®) to lubrication tip of the C-arm rotation system. If the
unit is been used less, then lubricate every two years.
86502 5-17 June 2001

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1) Insert the assembly pin
2) Lift the c-arm up a bit and place a support

between the base plate and the c-arm.Tie up the
support with the column with some strong
material so that it will steadily hold the c-arm.
Counterweight wires should be quite loose so
that you can lift the column cap up.
86502 6-1 June 2001

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1) Prepare the carriage as instructed Chapter 6.1.1, Preparing the carriage and
counterweight.
2) Open up screws that hold column cap. Then pull it up gently.
3) Open up these screws and replace the Z-motor.
4) Place the column cap back. Check the alignment by running the motor
with slack wires before installing the cap assembly.
5) Secure the screws. In order to achieve correct shaft alignment the motor
assembly bolt (A) must be tightened (max. 15Nm) holder screws.
June 2001 6-2 86502

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1) Repeat instructions in Chapter 6.1.1, Replacement of the Z-motor.
2) Open up a bolt and a nut indicated by arrows. Then pull out the wheels and
the counterweight wire comes off the cap.
3) Now the counterweight wire must be placed underneath the wheels of the
new column cap. Open up the same bolt and nut as pictured above. Keep
all parts associated with the bolt separate from the parts associated with
the nut. Do not mix any of these with the parts of the old column cap.
4) Place the counterweight wire lock piece between the wheels and drag it
down towards the counterweight when you attach the column cap back on.
86502 6-3 June 2001

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1) Prepare the carriage as instructed Chapter 6.1.1, Preparing the carriage and
counterweight.
2) Detach counterweight wire from both sides of the carriage.
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3) Open up a bolt and a nut indicated by arrows. Then pull out the wheels and
the counterweight wire comes off the cap.
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4) Release three bolts from the top of the counterweight cage.
5) Loosen the plastic piece that locks the wire with the metal pin. Remove the
wire
6) Remove the plastic piece and pull the warning pin out.
7) Pull the wire out of the metal lock piece. Slide a new wire in through it.
86502 6-5 June 2001

8) Attach the column cap back on. Place the counterweight wire lock piece
between the wheels and drag it down towards the counterweight .
9) Attach counterweight wire to both sides of the carriage.
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10) Insert the warning pin and the plastic lock piece. In case one of
counterweight wires breaks up, the remaining wire pulls the warning pin
to the other side and it starts to scratch the column. This is a warning
signal for wire replacement.
11) Lay out the wire evenly on the top part of the counterweight cage. Tighten
up the plastic lock piece. Add cover plate.
12) Tighten three bolts a bit. Pull the wire out a bit to remove slack. Secure the
wire with three bolts.
86502 6-7 June 2001

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A AEC Board 85001
B AMD Board 32305
C Collimator Board 85009
D Compression Board 85022
E Compression Display Board 85024
F Drive Board 85011
G Generator Board 85003
H Power Board 85020
I Stereo Board 85013
J Supervisor Board 85078
K Mains transformer unit
June 2001 6-8 86502

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1) Unplug the mains cord.
2) Remove the side covers.
3) Disconnect all cables from each board.
4) Remove the plastic nuts from the corners of each board, and replace the
board.
5) Check kV, mA and preheat. Refer to Chapter 5.1.6, kV, mAs and exposure
time test.
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1) Unplug the mains cord.
2) Remove the upper cover of the C-arm and disconnect all cables leading to
the anode motor drive board.
3) Replace the board, reconnect all cables, and check the assembly.
4) Check the run voltage (refer to Diamond Installation Instructions, Chapter

7.2, Check items).
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1) Open up the screws at the back of the Diamond Control Panel.
2) Gently separate the front and rear pieces of the Control Panel
3) Disconnect all cables leading to the Control Panel Board.
4) Replace the Control Panel Board. Connect cables back.
5) Attach the front and rear parts back together and secure with screws.
86502 6-9 June 2001

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1) Open up four screws at the bottom part of the Position Control Center
2) Gently separate the top and bottom parts
3) Replace the Compression Board or Compression Display Board.
4) Attach the top and bottom parts back together and secure with screws.
June 2001 6-10 86502

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1) Remove the power supply plug.
2) Remove the side covers.
3) Remove all cables connected to the transformer, the nut and cover plate
on the transformer.
4) Replace it with a new one. Plug in cables.
5) Check cables and connections carefully.
6) Attach back the side covers.
7) Plug in the power supply plug.
86502 6-11 June 2001

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For removal of the c-arm covers, refer to Diamond Installation Instructions
(86501), Chapter 6.6.3, Left side cover and Chapter 6.6.4, Right side cover.
Perform the assembly process in reverse order. Start the removal process with the
right cover, because the emergency stop cable is attached to the right side of the
C-arm carriage.
June 2001 6-12 86502

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For protection of the user’s fingers, Diamond has sliding sheets on both sides of
the unit to close up the opening caused by the ParkBack movement. The plastic
sheet slides along the groove of the plastic rails.
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rail
6.3.2.1 Checking the optoswitches

Check that ParkBack optoswitches are intact. ParkBack movement is
detrimentally affected if any of those is bent.
86502 6-13 June 2001

6.3.2.2 Finger protection sheets

1) Secure the sheets to locations on both sides on front end and the rear of the
unit (indicated by images below).
2) In order to facilitate the process, drive the tube head forward to attach the
front-end finger protection sheets and backward to attach the rear end
sheets.
June 2001 6-14 86502

6.3.2.3 Attaching the front end of the tube head cover

1) Slide the finger protection sheets into the groove on both sides of the tube
head cover.
2) Push the sheets forward and pay attention that the sheets slide smoothly
along the plastic rails.
3) Secure the tube head cover with two screws.
86502 6-15 June 2001

6.3.2.4 Attaching the rear end of the tube head cover

1) Slide the in the finger protection sheets into the grooves on both sides.
2) Gently lay the rear end cover in its place.
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3) Check that the sheets align up as in image below.
June 2001 6-16 86502

4) Secure side screws. Do not use any tools or the paint might scrub off.
5) Secure screws below.
6) Finally, secure the back screws.
86502 6-17 June 2001

6.3.2.5 Attaching top tube head cover

1) Attach the cord. Plug it in so that the metal pin plates face outward,
towards the serviceman. Be careful that the cord would get wrinkled
between the X-ray tube and the tube head cover.
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2) Lower the top cover (A). Check that cables are evenly spread out inside
the cover. Then, lay down the front part (B). Check that lower tube head
cover slides in smoothly into the top cover groove. Then lower the rear
end of top cover down so that the top cover lies all over the lower top
cover (C). Check that the resin covers smoothly the opening between top
and lower tube head cover.
June 2001 6-18 86502

3) Secure with fingers the front end of the top cover. Do not use any tools or
the paint might scrub off.
4) Secure with a screwdriver the rear part of the top cover.
86502 6-19 June 2001

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1) Open up screws to remove the handle in use.
2) Attach the handle bar in place.
3) Secure the handle bar with the screws.
June 2001 6-20 86502

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1) Remove the Position Control Center cover as instructed in Chapter
6.4.12, Adjustment of the mechanical compression limit.
2) Gently separate cover and bottom part of the Position Control Center.
3) Inside the cover, open the screws that hold the vertical switch secured.
4) Replace the switch and secure it with screws.
5) Attach cover and bottom part back together. Secure with screws.
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1) Remove the tube head covers.
2) Disconnect the plugs of the tube.
3) Unplug these cables and ground wire (attached to the high voltage unit).
4) Release four bolts that fix the tube to the collimator.
5) Replace the tube and secure it with the four bolts. Then attach cables and
ground wire.
6) Check kV and AEC. Calibrate, if necessary.
86502 6-21 June 2001

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1) Disconnect the ground wires and the plugs of the high voltage unit, and
loosen the four screws, two on each side of the unit.
2) After replacement, check the assembly and the ground cables carefully.
3) Re-calibrate AEC. Refer to Diamond Installation Instructions (86501),

Chapter 7.3, AEC adjustment.
4) Readjust the generator kVs again. Refer to Chapter 5.1.6, kV, mAs and
exposure time test.
June 2001 6-22 86502

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1) Drive the stereo arm to approximately 10° angle to either side
2) Release three bolts connecting the compression system to the stereo arm
In order to reach all screws, use a ball-headed Allen key for this procedure.
86502 6-23 June 2001

3) When the bolts have been released,

push the stereo arm further so that
the stereo arm base rises enough to
let the compression system piece
slide off
4) Open up six bolts that connect the compression system to the c-arm
5) Disconnect cables and slide the compression system out and perform
necessary service procedures
June 2001 6-24 86502

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5) When you want to reinstall the compression system, align it with the c-arm
and screw in the six bolts that were released in step 4
6) Tighten up the three bolts and connect cables
7) Drive the stereo to 0° angle
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In order to replace the compression motor, the compression system has to
detached as instructed in section 6.4.8, Replacement of the compression system.
Then proceed to following steps:
1) Detach the compression system cap by opening up these two screws
86502 6-25 June 2001

2) Release three bolts that attach the motor to the compression system.
3) Pull the motor assembly out, it will look like this
June 2001 6-26 86502

4) Loosen up the worm drive clip and slide it towards the motor so that the
parts around tacho meter come off
5) The tachometer is fixed to the motor axle with a screw. Open the screw
and detach the tachometer disc.
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6) Replace the old motor with a new one
7) Attach the tachometer disc to the motor axle with a screw
8) Assemble the rest of the tachometer parts so that it will look like this:
10) Fix the motor with three bolts that were released in step 2
86502 6-27 June 2001

11) Reattach the compression system cap that was detached in step 1
12) Attach the compression system back to the stereo arm as instructed in
section 6.4.8, Replacement of the compression system
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The compression thickness is measured with a special tape that is read by two
sensors (front and rear sensor).
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1) Open up two screws
2) Solder the cable off from the old sensor
3) Remove the sensor
4) Solder the cable to a new sensor
5) Lay a new sensor in place
6) Tighten up the two screws
June 2001 6-28 86502

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1) Drive the stereo arm so that an opening marked in the picture becomes
visible
2) Open the rear sensor lock screws through the hole
3) Solder the cable off from the old sensor
4) Remove the sensor
5) Solder the cable to a new sensor
6) Lay a new sensor in place
7) Tighten up the lock screws
8) Drive the stereo back to 0° angle
86502 6-29 June 2001

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The compression belt should
bend about 1cm, when pressed
with finger. If not, adjust the
belt.
1) Open up the lock screw (A).
2) Adjust belt tightness (B, underneath the motor).
3) Tighten up the lock screw (A) to fix belt tightness.
June 2001 6-30 86502

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1) Open the four screws to remove the compression arm cover.
2) If the mechanical limit releases when too few kilograms are applied,
tighten up the mechanical clutch adjustment nut with a 13mm wrench. If
the compression allows too many kilograms to be applied, loosen the nut.
3) Attach the cover back in its place.
86502 6-31 June 2001

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1) Remove Generator Board.
2) Open up screws that hold C-arm motor. If more space is necessary, remove
Supervisor Board.
3) Loosen up the worm drive clip and slide it towards the motor so that the
parts around tacho meter come off
4) The tachometer is fixed to the motor axle with a screw. Open the screw
and detach the tachometer disc.
5) Replace the old motor with a new one
6) Attach the tachometer disc to the motor axle with a screw
7) Assemble the rest of the tachometer parts so that it will look like this:
June 2001 6-32 86502

8) Attach the C-arm motor back. Secure with screws.
9) Attach Supervisor Board back.
time test.
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In order to replace the ECS system, perform steps 1-11. In order to change the
ECS motor, perform all steps.
1) Drive ECS half way and then lock up the counterweight with the C-arm
assembly pin.
2) Remove Stereo Board cover (1) and side covers (2).
3) Then open panduit and push the cable tubes (3) upward so that you get
more maneuverability for the C-arm rest.
4) Prepare a steady place right next to the unit where the C-arm can rest while
you change the ECS-motor.
86502 6-33 June 2001

5) Unplug X2 and X15 from Stereo Board. Then, gently pull the X15 cable
out a bit.
6) Remove brake lock. Rotate the brake lock upwards so that pieces inside
would not fall off.
7) Lay the brake lock somewhere in upright position so that the pieces would
stay inside.
June 2001 6-34 86502

8) Remove topscrew (A). Loosen up others (B, C). Perform this on both
sides.
9) Lift the C-arm a bit upwards and pull it out very gently because the Delta
32 cable is located inside the C-arm tube.
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10) Lay the C-arm on some steady surface that is very close to the unit.
86502 6-35 June 2001

11) Open up these 8 screws.
12) Open up these two screws on both sides.
13) Hold steady the wheel marked with dotted line and lift up the motor.
June 2001 6-36 86502

14) Open up motor screws.
15) Replace the old motor with a new one. Secure the motor to the plate.
16) Repeat steps 4-13 in reverse order. At step 12, make sure that the belt is
tight enough to bear stress without jumping over. Apply some grease to
the trapezoidal shaft (for example, Optimal HT2EP Optitemp®).
time test.
18) Attach covers back on.
86502 6-37 June 2001

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The grid is aligned and the speed is adjusted at the factory and should normally
not be adjusted at the site. If adjustment and/or alignment is necessary, however,
follow the instructions below.
1) Remove the carbon fiber cover on the Bucky. In the small Bucky the grid
should be at the bottom of the grid drive block groove and fastened with
four setscrews. In the large Bucky the grid should be fastened only with
two setscrews and aligned by the two rear set screws.
2) Check that the grid is correctly centered. The line on the grid is aligned
with imaginary dashed line (A).
3) Install the Bucky and check that the grid does not touch the side lips of the
Bucky (B). Check also that the grid is aligned parallel to the side lips (C).
June 2001 6-38 86502

4) If the intermittent movement of the grid reaches one of the side lips,
remove the Diamond c-arm bottom cover.
5) Loosen two screws (marked in the picture below).
6) Slide the grid system to the opposite direction from the side lip.
7) After the adjustment, tighten up the screws and check the movement.
Before initiating the exposure, attach the service diaphragm. For exposure,
use manual mode and set for example 20kV and 200mAs.
If the problem persists, readjust. If not, attach the bottom cover.
8) When the Bucky is installed, the grid system drives to home position.
Check that the grid system movement is not blocked by the edges of the
opening.
86502 6-39 June 2001

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The first grid movement from left to right takes up about 670-820ms. The rest of
the movements take up about 3070-3260ms. Exposure stops for 150ms when grid
switches the direction of movement. If grid lines appear, check that the wheels
that connect the motor to the grid are correctly aligned and secured.
1) Remove Bucky and plastic cover (held by eight screws). Then open up
four screws that hold the cassette holder table.
2) Gently pull the cassette holder table out a bit. You may need to unplug
cables CX92, CX93, CX96-98, CASX1, CAS, DRX5, DRVX1, GRID,
AECX2 (near AEC detectors) and AECX3 (near AEC detectors). In order
to reach some of the cables, remove the bottom cover.
June 2001 6-40 86502

3) Connection wheels (A) should rotate without obstructions, not be

misaligned, loose or too close to the grid mechanism frame or the opto
flag sensor cable. If they are, loosen up screws that fix the wheels to motor
axis and grid shaft. Then slide them a bit towards to the motor. Tighten
screws a bit to test the rotation. If the wheels rotate OK, secure the screws.
4) Press inwards the pin that moves the grid. It should slide in and out
smoothly. The pin should protrude the frame by 4mm (C). Check also that
the pin is tightened up all the way (D). Measure slack by holding the pin
between fingers and slide the mechanism to left and right.
5) Drive the mechanism to extreme positions and check that the opto flag
sensor does not disturb the movement of the opto flag. Check that flag is
correctly aligned and does not touch grid mechanism frame.
86502 6-41 June 2001

6) If the problem still persists or there was significant slack at step 6, replace
the movement mechanism assembly. Release motor screws (A). Loosen
up screws that fix connection wheel package to motor axis (B). Slide out
the motor (C). Open two screws that fix the mechanism to the cassette
table (D).
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If the carbon fiber of the Bucky has become scratched or otherwise damaged, it
must be replaced. The cover is attached with 6 screws (two on topside, two on
sides and two at the bottom). Open up screws and slide out the cover out. Then
slide a new cover on and secure with screws.
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Membrane buttons can be replaced by unplugging flat cables inside the c-arm.
Then remove the button and residues, if any. Then attach a new one in place and
plug it in.
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1. Film/screen combination used.

2. Temperature of the developer.
3. What is the gross fog, speed index, contrast index of the film developed
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4. Was any work done on processor just prior to problem?
5. Did problem appear suddenly or gradually?
6. Breast compression, kV selected, type of view, mAs of exposure, detector
positioning, filter selected, which imaging mode?
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2. Error codes on the display?
3. What have you done to attempt a fix?
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5. If intermittent, how often per day?
6. Did problem appear as a result of some other work performed on the unit?
7. Is any other equipment exhibiting intermittent problems?
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problem.
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failure. Compression down works). Check strain gages.
inhibited. Release enabled.
(U Overflow in Auto Time-mode Check AEC Board.

(too long exposure time) or faulty
AEC Board.
(U Cassette tray movement blocked Check optos.

or Drive or Stereo Board
problem.
(U Cassette not changed. Change cassette. Check optos.
June 2001 7-2 86502

(U Grid error during/prior to Check grid.

exposure. Display after exposure
if exposure started. AEC Board
does not receive signal for grid
movement.
(U Cassette holder not attached when Attach cassette holder.

trying to expose. Exposure
inhibited.
(U Stereo not in 0 degrees when Drive the stereo arm to 0 degrees.
exposing or Stereo Board
problem.
(U Stereo movement not allowed if Stereo requires digital camera.

proper cassette holder is not Change the cassette to Delta 32.
installed. If Delta 32 is on, check Cassette
Board sensors.
(U Vertical movement motor back Check microswitches.

up time reached or Power Board
problem.
(U ECS motor back up time reached. Call service.
(U C-arm rotation back up time Check optos.

reached. Supervisor or Power
Board problem.
(U C-arm angle measurement failure. Check optos. If problem persists,

Drive to predefined angles not check Power Board connections.
allowed or Drive Board problem.
(U Communication error with Call service.

internal or external electronics,
Supervisor bus cable broken
(Board not answering).
(U Communication error with Check control panel. If it is

control panel. Five quick beeps missing, attach it to Diamond.
indicate an error state.
(U Communication error with Check that cable is correctly

RS323. hooked up to COM-port.
If problem persists, the cable

might be broken, replace it.
(U mA missing. Filament cable Check relays R1 and R2. Check

problem, problem with tube HV unit feedback cable. Call
filament, x-ray tube problem or service.
high voltage unit problem, or
Power Board.
(U Anode start failure. Thermal Refer to Operation Instructions.

switch blocks the start-up. Wait until anode cooling period
is over.
(U Anode run failure. Call service.
86502 7-3 June 2001

(U Exposure button released during Hold the exposure button pressed
exposure. down until the audio-signal
terminates.
(U Incorrect reading in generator Call service.

monitoring. Supply voltage
problem in Generator or Power
Board.
(U Line voltage low. Check the line voltage.
(U Cassette missing. Insert new cassette or adjust

optosensor or adjust cassette opto
through AEC Board.
(U Exposure time too long. Check that the mirror is

collimator does not block the x-
rays. Check alignment of the
AEC detector and the cassette.
Check filter position. Increase kV
value in initial kV table.
(U Movement button or switch Press OK.

pressed during movement, the
function not allowed.
(U Device not ready for exposure. Check rear plate, it might be
Rear plate error. moving.
(U Delta PC refused to receive Push Exposure button on Delta

exposure. 32 computer interface.
(U Delta PC connection timeout. Plug in PC or replace bad cable.
(U Error in stereo motor pulse Check motors and encoder optos.
measuring or missing pulses.
(U Tube head heat limit exceeded. Wait, the remaining cooling time
is displayed on Control Panel
LCD-screen.
(U Left side collimator back up time Check collimator for any
reached. blocking objects.
(U Internal communication error. Call service.

AEC Board not answering.
Supervisor-AEC cable broken.

Compression Board not
answering. Supervisor-
Compression Board cable broken.

Stereo Board not answering.
Supervisor-Stereo Board cable
broken.

Stereo Board not answering.
June 2001 7-4 86502


Control Panel not answering.
(U Stereo movement back up time Call service.

reached.
(U Cassette in rear position. Drive to front position.

Exposure inhibited.
(U C-arm rotation disabled, if Call service.

vertical down limit ON and angle
is over 122 degrees.
(U Transmit buffer overflow in Call service.

Supervisor software.
(U Compression on when movement Call service.

button is pressed.
(U No detection of both center Check optoswitches for c-arm

optoswitches for c-arm movement.
movement.
(U Tube head is not in front. Drive tube head to the front.
Table 7.1 Diamond error code chart
There is no error message on the battery reaching the end of its lifetime.
Five quick beeps ((UURUPHVVDJH) indicate that the Control Panel is missing.
Attach the Control Panel to the Diamond unit.
86502 7-5 June 2001

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A. Check the mains switch.
B. Check that the power cable and the display cable are connected.
C. Check the circuit breaker in the rear bottom.
D. Check that Power Board fuses are OK.
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Check grounding
- Check Cassettes/films/screens
- Check detector positioning
- Check HV-grease
- Check spot diaphragm
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If you suspect changes in Diamond electrical system, check the voltages according
to the list in Diamond Service Manual (86502), Chapter 4.13, Fuses and voltages.
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The grid in the Bucky is stuck or noisy.
A. Check cassette holder recognition

- magnets under the Bucky
B. Grid alignment and movement

- sides of the grid must not touch the sides of the frames during movement.
- the grid has to be close to the carbon fiber in the front but may not touch
it.
- is the grid properly attached to the blocks holding it.
- when the breast is compressed, does the carbon fiber top bend and touch
the mechanism.
Refer to Diamond Service Manual (86502), Chapter 6.4.2 Grid alignment or

Chapter 6.4.3, Grid Movement Mechanism Check.
June 2001 7-6 86502

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The ECS does not move. - The signal from the switches reaches the X2 on
Stereo Board
- Motor connection to X15 on the Stereo Board
- Movement limits are OK (X2 on Stereo Board)
- The motor works (use external voltage supply)
The Auto Release function - The Auto Release is switched on

does not work.
The ECS does not stop when - The connector X2 is not properly connected
the compression reaches the
current limit.
The ECS stops before the - The compression motor exhausts before the
compression reaches the limit. Increase the speed in service program
current limit. PrG01.
Return function does not work. - The signals from the switches do not reach
connector X2 on Stereo Board
The ECS moves too slow. - Adjust the speed at trimmer R42 on Stereo Board
The ECS moves too fast. - Adjust the speed at trimmer R42 on Stereo Board
The ECS does not move from - Check pulses from compression motor encoder
ECS pedal. X17/Pin 5 on Stereo Board
- Check that c-arm settings
- Check that ECS motor has been connected to X15
and compression motor to X17
Noisy ECS movement. - Check bearings.
If the motor or whole ECS mechanism has to be replaced, instructions are located
in Chapter 6.3.14, Replacement of ECS system/ECS motor.
86502 7-7 June 2001

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Check that the following boards have semi-dim LEDs. Non-existent or totally
bright LED indicates a communication problem.
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Supervisor Board H6 H5
Stereo Board H2 H1 From the point of view of the
Board.
AEC Board H3 H2 As above.
Compression Board H2 H3 As above.
Collimator Board H13 H14 As above.
Control Panel Board H4 H6 As above.
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1) Retrieve BRAM dump so that you capture it to file!

- Check Service Menu->Stereo Move->Autodrive setting and check
setting state (ON/OFF)
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1) - Check Service Menu->Stereo Move->Autodrive setting and check setting

state (ON/OFF). The software upgrade may have changed this setting.
- Stereo Move -> Speeds are in use from this SW version. Load defaults
to these as follows:
2) Enter service menu->Stereo Move->Speeds menu. Press simultaneously

Cancel- and Set-key for a couple of seconds. You should see message.
&KDQJLQJSDUDPHWHUVWRGHIDXOWV Answer Yes to this question. After
that you have factory default for speeds (does not affect to other settings).
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June 2001 7-8 86502

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Q: How can I check the number of exposures taken with Diamond or the
number of the last exposure?
A: Obtain exposure data as instructed in Chapter 3.4.2, Capturing the data.

The number of exposure is at the beginning and at the end of the data.
When the number of exposures reaches 65535, it starts again from zero.
Q: C-arm is noisy or noisy only in lateral position?
A: Check that the counterweight tiles are laid out evenly completely inside
counterweight cage. If the noise appears only in lateral position, check and
adjust four rollers between the carriage and the column. Instructions in
Diamond Installation Instructions (86501), Chapter 5, Testing the control
functions.
86502 7-9 June 2001

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Imaging Division
P.O. Box 20
04301 TUUSULA
FINLAND
Manufacturer’s
quality system ISO9001
Manufacturer’s environmental
management system ISO14001
General Medical electrical equipment
Model MGX 2000
Power supply Mains plug connection, 1-phase
Apparent resistance of
supply mains
Rated voltage 230Vac ±10%, single phase, 50/60 Hz

16 A slow blow fuse in power outlet
Rated current 20 A Momentary (during exposure)

300mA A long term (otherwise)
Rated input power 4.6 kVA
IEC safety class I
IEC applied part type B
Enclosure IP 20
Weight 350 kg (771 lbs.)
Height 1.9 m (6.23 ft)
Operation mode Continuous operation with intermittent loading
Radiation intensity typical range 1000-1200mR/100mA at 28kV
86502 8-1 June 2001

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Operating conditions +10°C...+40°C

Non condensing (maximum humidity 90%)
Storage and transportation in dry cool place.
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Manufacturer Instrumentarium Imaging
Type B
Frequency 40 - 100 kHz
Power Max. 2.6 kW
kV range 15 - 39 kV, in 1 kV increments, in testing 49 kV
accuracy ± 1.5 kV (internal acceptance limit ±1 kV)
kV ripple < 5%
mA range focus 0.3mm 70 - 100 mA

focus 0.1mm 20 - 30 mA
maximum mA output focus 0.3mm 45mA

focus 0.1mm 150mA
mAs range focus 0.3mm 4 - 500 mAs

(600 max in U.K.)
tolerance: mAs # 40: ± 4 mAs
mAs > 40: ±10%
focus 0.1mm 4 - 300 mAs

tolerance mAs # 40: ± 4 mAs
mAs > 40: ±10%
time range focus 0.3mm 0.05 - 6 s

focus 0.1mm 0.05 - 10 s tolerance ± 0.10 +
instrument inaccuracy - tube
current reduced with small breast
thickness
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Solid state 15 step density selector
Operating range: for large focus 23 - 35 kV
for small focus 25 - 35 kV
June 2001 8-2 86502

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Anode type rotating dual-angle anode

Anode heat capacity 300,000 HU
Target material Molybdenum, niobium doped
Anode rotation speed 3000rpm(50Hz)/3600rpm(60Hz)
Focal spot sizes M113SP 0.1, 0.3 (IEC60336)
Port material beryllium
Reference axis 42 mm (M113SP) from chest wall edge (tube
angle 4°)
1) Focal spot is marked in the

front part of the tube head
assembly.
2) The collimator label is at

the front end of the tube
head assembly.
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DIAMOND 0.025 mm Molybdenum
0.025 mm Rhodium
0.50 mm Aluminum
326,7,21,1*
movement rotation ±185°
vertical 760 mm (30")
6,' 660 mm (26")
&2035(66,21 motorized (max 200N) and manual (max

270N±20N)
Foot pedal protection
classification IPX1
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Contact for 18 x 24 and 24 x 30cm film
Bucky for 18 x 24 and 24 x 30cm film
Magnification for 18 x 24cm film 1.6, 1.8 & 2.0
exposed size 10 x 24
Stereotactic device for 18 x 24cm film or digital ccd-camera
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Chest wall 0...+3 mm
Other walls +1...+5 mm
Correspondence between collimator light field and X-ray field PPDQ\ZDOO
86502 8-3 June 2001

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Type MGB 600
Filtration 0mm Al
Electrical input 34Vac (for half-step motors)
9-14Vdc (for 12Vdc lamp)
Lamp type HLX (halogen), 12V, 50W
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Maximum radiation field 24x30cm
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Bucky, cassette tunnel
or magnification tunnel 0.25 mm Al (Total of all layers)
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Line pairs 36 lp/mm

Grid ratio 5:1
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Line pairs 36 lp/mm

Grid ratio equal to 6:1
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Compression force ± 20N

Compression thickness ± 1cm
C-arm angle ± 2°
mGy display ± 30%
For mGy display accuracy, refer to:
“Spectral Dependence of Glandular Tissue dose in Screen-Film Mammography”

Wu Xizeng, Wu X, Barnes Gary T, Tucker Douglas M, Radiology 1991; 179:143-
148
and
“Normalized Average Glandular dose in Molybdenum Target- Rhodium Filter and

Rhodium Target –Rhodium filter Mammography” Wu Xizeng, Wu X, Gingold
Eric L, Barnes Gary T, Tucker Douglas M, Radiology 1994; 193:83-89
June 2001 8-4 86502

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([SRVXUHWLPH Consists of beginning and ending points as

measured by a calibrated x-ray monitor at 70% of
the peak radiation waveform
N9 The high voltage mean value received after

measurement with a calibrated x-ray monitor
P$V The resistance value divided by voltage. A

calibrated x-ray monitor measures the voltage over
feedback resistor and provides a mAs value.
The QRPLQDO[UD\YROWDJH 39kV is obtained at highest tube current 50mA.
The QRPLQDOWXEHFXUUHQW50mA is obtained at the highest tube voltage 39kV.
The KLJKHVWHOHFWULFSRZHU is obtained both at 32kV-tube voltage and 80mA-tube

current and at 25kV-tube voltage and 100mA-tube current.
The QRPLQDOHOHFWULFSRZHU of 185kW is obtained, when loading time is 0.1s and

nominal x-ray tube voltage 39kV is used.
86502 8-5 June 2001

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The name Alpha X in the schematics/lay-outs is the project code name of Diamond.
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AMD Board 32305-3S_, 32305-4K_
AEC Board 85001-3S_, 85001-3K_
Generator Board 85003-3S_, 85003-3K_
Collimator Board 85009-3S_, 85009-3K_
Drive Board 85011-3S_, 85011-4K_
Stereo Board 85013-3S_, 85013-3K_
Power Board 85020-3S_, 85020-3K_
Compression Board 85022-3S_, 85022-3K_
Compression Display Board 85024-4S_, 85024-4K_
Caslock Sensor Board 85026-4S_, 85026-4K_
Tacho Board 85028-4S_, 85028-4K_
Sensor2 Board 85030-4S_, 85030-4K_
Collimator Sense Board 85032-4S_, 85032-4K_
Csense Board 85065-4S_, 85065-4K_
Control Panel 85069-3S_, 85069-3K_
Supervisor Board 85078-3S_, 85078-3K_
Casopto Board 85090-4S_, 85090-4K_
Flatcable Adapter Board 85094-4S_, 85094-4K_
HV-plus 85108-4K_
HV-minus 85109-4K_
HV-unit 85112-4S_
Flat cable for membrane switches of Control panel 86000-4S_
AEC Membrane Switch 86001-3S_
Vertical Membrane Switch 86002-4S_
Tube Park Switch 86003-4S_
Projection Switches 86004-4S_
Stereo Switch 86005-4S_
Tube Cover Switches 86006-4S_
86502 9-1 June 2001

Color letter equivalencies:
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&RGLQJV\VWHP 08 58 38 25 .( 9, 6, 97
&RGLQJV\VWHP *< :+ 3. *' 74 65 *1<(

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June 2001 9-2 86502

85011-3SB.sch-1 - Fri Jan 12 13:08:58 2001
85011-3SB.sch-2 - Fri Jan 12 13:10:16 2001
85026-4s.sch-1 - Tue Jun 13 09:15:32 2000
85028-4S.sch-1 - Mon Jun 12 15:22:49 2000
85030-4s.sch-1 - Mon Jun 12 15:24:05 2000
85032-4s.sch-1 - Mon Jun 12 15:25:41 2000
85065-4S.sch-1 - Tue Jun 13 09:16:48 2000
85069-3SA.sch-1 - Tue Oct 17 13:56:30 2000
85069-3SA.sch-2 - Tue Oct 17 13:56:49 2000
85069-3SA.sch-3 - Tue Oct 17 13:57:25 2000
85069-3SA.sch-4 - Tue Oct 17 13:57:09 2000
85078A3s.sch-1 - Mon Jan 22 13:17:17 2001
85078A3s.sch-2 - Mon Jan 22 13:18:22 2001
85078A3s.sch-3 - Mon Jan 22 13:17:37 2001
85078A3s.sch-4 - Mon Jan 22 13:17:46 2001
85078A3s.sch-5 - Mon Jan 22 13:18:01 2001
85078A3s.sch-6 - Mon Jan 22 13:18:53 2001
85090-4SA.sch-1 - Thu Jan 11 09:56:10 2001
86000-4S.sch-1 - Mon Sep 25 09:15:29 2000
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The name Alpha X in the cable drawings is the project code name of Diamond. The
location of the cables can be checked in the Appendices section.
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Main cable CB10 85016-3J_
Cable SB1 85017-4J_
Cable SB31 85018-4J_
Cable PW20 85019-4J_
Flat cable CS1 85035-4J_
Cable CS3 85037-3J_
Cable CS4 85038-4J_
Cable CS20 85039-4J_
Cable PW1 85056-4J_
Cable PW2 85057-4J_
Cable PW3 85058-4J_
86502 10-1 June 2001

Main Cable CB30 85062-3J_

Cable SB40 85064-4J_
Cable CS0 85077-4J_
Cable CS6 85080-4J_
Cable SB2 85081-4J_
Cable CS5 85082-4J_
Electrical outlet cable 85083-4J_
Intermediate electrical outlet cable 85084-4J_
Cable CS7 85085-4J_
Cable CB1 85086-4J_
Cable CS9 85087-4J_
Foot pedal cable 85089-4J_
Cable SB1b 85098-4J_
Cable SB1c 85100-4J_
Warning light cable 85101-4J_
Program download cable 85102-4J_
Cable drawing for network part 85106-4J_
June 2001 10-2 86502

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This chapter includes a Diamond hardware block diagram and test display point
lists. For software block diagrams as well as a list of factory default settings, AEC
calibration sheet, AEC detector pattern, refer to Diamond Installation Instructions
(86501), appendices. Note that the name Alpha X in the diagram is a project code
name of Diamond.
86502 11-1 June 2001

You can enter Diamond test display in service mode by pressing middle button below display. By pressing button on the right side you can
change page of the test display. You can identify page of test display from number on the upper left corner of the test display.
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test1 Rear collimator stepmotor home limit (opto switch behind collimator) test1 test2 test3 test4
test2 Rear collimator stepmotor steps ready (from microprocessor) test5 test6 test7 test8 test9
test3 Side collimator stepmotor home limit (opto switch) test10 test11 test12 test13 test14
test4 Side collimator stepmotor steps ready (from microprocessor) test15 test16 test17 test18 test19
test5 Filter stepmotor home limit (opto switch)
test6 Filter stepmotor steps ready (from microprocessor)
test7 Tube park position limit (opto switch)
test8 Tube almost in park position (opto switch)
test9 Tube almost in front position (opto switch)
test10 Tube front position limit (opto switch)

test11 Stereo right limit (opto switch)
test12 Stereo middle left limit (opto switch)
test13 Stereo middle right limit (opto switch)
test14 Stereo left limit (opto switch)
test15 Cassette stepmotor home limit (opto switch)
test16 Cassette stepmotor steps ready (from microprocessor)
test17 Cassette stepmotor enable (from microprocessor)
test18 Cassette stepmotor direction (0=backward 1=forwards)
test19 Detector selection buttons (L1=1, C1=2, R1=4, L2=8, C4=16, C3=32, R2=64, C2=128 )
test21 Generator small focus output test21 test22 test23 test24

test22 Emergency button test25 test26 test27 test28 test29
test23 Tube torque 0 = moment too big, 1 = normal (micro switch) test30 test31 test32 test33 test34
test24 C-arm right limit (opto switch) test35 test36 test37 test38 test39
test25 C-arm middle right limit (opto switch)
test26 C-arm middle left limit (opto switch)
test27 C-arm left limit (opto switch)
test28 Vertical low limit (micro switch)
test29 Vertical high limit (micro switch)
test30 Grid movement enable

test31 Control panel buttons kv+ =1; kv- =2; mAs+ =4; mAs- =8; Den+ =16; Den- =32; Filter=64; Mode=128
test32 Power failure indication
test33 Eps low limit (opto switch)
test34 Eps top limit (opto switch)
test35 Cassette step motor home limit (opto switch)
test36 Compression arm home limit (micro switch)
test37 Compression arm middle limit 0=upper half, 1=lower half (opto switch changes in the middle point of )
test38 Cassette sense
test39 Autopoint button (membrane switch)
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test41 Filter selection button in control panel (membrane switch) test41 test42 test43 test44
test42 Filter selection button in compression panel (membrane switch) test45 test46 test47 test48 test49
test43 Compression force plus button (membrane switch) test50 test51 test52 test53 test54
test44 Compression force minus button (membrane switch) test55 test56 test57 test58 test59
test45 Light button (membrane switch)
test46 Cassette sense switch 1 (hall sensor on lower right)
test47 Cassette sense switch 2 (hall sensor on lower left)
test48 Cassette sense switch 4 (hall sensor on upper left)
test49 Cassette sense switch 8 (hall sensor on upper right)
test50 Tube forward button (membrane switch)

test51 Tube park button (membrane switch)
test52 Tube forward button (membrane switch above tube)
test53 Tube park button (membrane switch above tube)
test54 Vertical up button (compression panel)
test55 Vertical down button (compression panel)
test56 Vertical up button (membrane switch above tube)
test57 Vertical down button (membrane switch above tube)
test58 Switch that drives cassette to front (hall sensor)
test59 Switch that drives cassette to back (hall sensor)
test61 Stereo left button (membrane switch) test61 test62 test63 test64
test62 Stereo right button (membrane switch) test65 test66 test67 test68 test69
test63 Stereo center button (membrane switch) test70 test71 test72 test73 test74
test64 C-arm left lateral pos button (membrane switch) test75 test76 test77 test78 test79
test65 C-arm left oblique pos button (membrane switch)
test66 C-arm center pos button (membrane switch)
test67 C-arm right oblique pos button (membrane switch)
test68 C-arm right lateral pos button (membrane switch)
test69 Cassette sense (opto switch)
test70 Paddle foot switch
test71 C-arm foot switch

test72 Release foot switch
test73 EPS foot switch
test74 Cassette used (from microprocessor)
test75 Selected detector (from microprocessor L1=1, C1=2, R2=4, L2=8, C4=16, C3=32, C2=128, R2=64)
test76 Thickness pulses from opto switch (just number, 127 in middle position)
test77 kV reference
test78 mA reference
test79 preheat reference
Main transformer
20367 CS10 Motor
MAINS
POWER CABLE
85083-4J
20354 23388 MAINS SWITCH
NETWORK CABLE
85088-4J Stop
button C-arm Tube Head Tube motor
Field Light
Coll motors
Filter Motor
Tube Head pos.
Moment
MAINS FUSES LINE FILTER
85084-4J
CX13 Motor
Tubehead panel
Mirror Solen. Sensors
Stop
CS5 Terminal block button 86006-4PJ CX3 CX4 CX5 CX6 CX7 CX8
CS34
X5
Footpedals Generator Board Adapter
85082-4J CB1 CS9 85092
Board 85076-3J
85086-4J 85087-4J
X4
CB30 CS31 CS32 CS33
85062-4J 85041-4J 85042-4J
X-ray Tube 85040-4J
X2
+310Vdc +20Vline X1,2,7 X15 X4
X3
PW1 Projection Projection X1 X9 X10 X4 X3
CS6 panel panel AMD Board
COM1 85056-4J Collimator Board
Molex
CS35
+20Vline PW33
X6
85080-4J +310Vdc 90136
X6
X5
86004-4P Molex
X1
85096-4J
X2
+34Vdc 90136
CS0 PW2 230Vac Tube Tube
87C51FA 85044-4J
COM2 Park +34Vdc
X10
Park
panel
X1
85077-4J HV Unit
X4
panel
85057-4J
-15Vdc +15Vdc 86003-4P +5Vdc +15Vdc 230Vac
Carriage X3
+15Vdc -15Vdc
Molex Molex PW32 FAN
X6
X2
Minifit X7 X3
X8
Adapter Adapter Minifit
Board Board
X13
C-arm CS3 -24Vdc +24Vdc 85063-4J
X8
Sensors 85037-4J CX10 CS11
85035-4J
86000-4P 85055-4J
+34Vdc
CS4 CB30
85038-4J
Control Panel
X11
C-arm
Motor X9 Power Board 85062-4J CX9
CS1 CX2
CX1 CS2 PW31
85036-4J
87C51FA
CS7 CX11 85061-4J
Z-motor (Optional)
85085-4J
X8 X5 X6
X20
-24Vdc CX12
SB31
PW3 CB10 85018-4J
X9 X7
X10
85016-3J
+5Vdc 87C51FA
X12
DS75176 (RS485)
85058-4J Compression Block
X6
DS75176 (RS485)
X3 MUX Molex
Compression Board
SB40 &
X14
90136 +5Vdc
X11 85064-4J Cmpr. Display Brd
X3
CS8
X10
85079-4J MAX232 (RS232)
DS75176 (RS485) DS75176 (RS485)
X1
TL16C451
X22
87C51FA
X2
15 pin D-connector CS20 PW30

85039-4J
X18
-15Vdc +34Vdc 85060-4J
MAX232 (RS232)
X2
ECS limits
CX24 X2
SB2
MAX232 (RS232)
Stereo Board CS23
85047-4J
X17
+5Vdc
X15
85081-4J i386EX +15Vdc Compression Motor
ECS Motor
& Tacho CS40
X1
85054-4J
CS22 Comp. sensors Comp. panel
15 pin D-connector (rear box) CS21 Stereo Sensors
X3
X4 X16 X21 X11 X19 85046-4J
MAX232 (RS232) 85045-4J Strain Gages 86001-4P
DS75176 (RS485) (measure comp force)
SB1 PW20
PW21
85059-4J
85051-4J
CS27
+5Vdc 85019-4J
85017-4J -24Vdc
X12
Supervisor Board CS29 CS28 CB10

Molex Molex
85053-4J 85052-4J X2 X3
Molex 90136 90130-
X3 X2
Adapter Minifit DS75176 (RS485) 3208
85094-4O Board CX21 Cass. Holder sensor
CS25 Grid Sensor CS26 +5Vdc
+34Vdc -12Vdc
X1
Cass. Tray sensor
X1
Stereo panel 85049-4J
Legend:
85050-4J
Stereo Motor
Ctrl/ Data signal +XVdc
Voltage regulator 86005-4P CX22 Molex
Power signal Stereo Tacho +5Vdc 90130- +12Vdc
CS24 Cassette Motor 3210 87C51FA
X4
Connector +XVdc 85048-4J & Grid Motor Cass. Locks &
Supply voltage Cass. Sensor AEC Board
CXxx Cable Connector Drive Board CX23
SBxx Signal Bus Cable Image Receptor Support
PWxx Power Supply Cable
CSxx Signal & Drive Cable
CBxx Cable Assembly Dokumentti luotu Micrografx Designer ohjelmalla
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86502 3-11 June 2001

Figure 3.1 Effect of parameter S1

Figure 3.2 Effect of parameter S2

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