Getting Started
Requirements to install the laser imager
IMPORTANT:
The laser imager weighs approximately 53.52 kg (118 lb).
Two people must use safe lifting techniques to move the
laser imager. One person can complete the remaining
steps.
Task
Recommended Skill or Knowledge
Unpack the laser imager.
Ability to use common hand tools.
Use a personal computer to view the documentation on Basic personal computer skills.
the publications disc supplied with the laser imager.
Connect a personal computer to the laser imager and
enter the network information.
Familiarity with TCP/IP network addressing
conventions.
Configure the laser imager to print from a modality.
Familiarity with DICOM protocol.
Make a backup disk of the configuration.
Understand personal computer file name
conventions.
Required tools
Required information
•
Scissors
•
Straight blade screwdriver
•
Phillips screwdriver
You will need:
•
IP Address and related network information for the laser imager
•
Configuration information for each modality that will print to the laser
imager
This information should have been previously collected and recorded in
the Site Readiness manual that was provided to your site. In the Site
Readiness manual, see the sections, “Network Requirements” and
“Modality Configuration.”
If you do not have this Site Readiness manual, contact your dealer.
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Unpacking the laser imager
Checking the
accessories
Check that the following items are included in the accessories box:
•
Power cord
•
Network cable
•
Charcoal filter
•
Publications disc
IMPORTANT:
Please read the Safety Manual before you proceed to
install or operate the laser imager.
Accessories
box
Foam
assemblies
1. Remove the two foam assemblies.
2. Open the bag that covers the laser imager.
IMPORTANT: Use safe lifting techniques and two people to move the
laser imager.
3. Lift the laser imager from the carton and set it on a flat surface.
Position the laser imager temporarily so there is a space of at least
1 m (39 in.) at the back of the laser imager.
Moving the shipping
brackets
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Shipping brackets are fastened inside the laser imager to keep the parts
safe during shipment. You must remove them, and then reinstall them in
a different location (as shown) inside the laser imager. This prevents the
shipping brackets from becoming lost.
NOTE: If it is necessary to ship the laser imager again, you must return
the shipping brackets to the shipping locations.
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1. To move the back shipping brackets, remove:
a. Back cover.
b. 4 screws that fasten the shipping brackets.
Back view of laser imager
Shipping brackets
2. Reattach the shipping brackets:
Shipping brackets reattached
3. Replace the back cover.
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4. To move the front shipping bracket:
a. Open the front cover.
b. Remove 4 screws that fasten the shipping bracket.
Front view of laser imager
Shipping
bracket
FRONT SHIPPING
BRACKET
(FILTER REMOVED)
5. Reattach the shipping bracket:
Shipping
bracket
reattached
Front Shipping
Bracket in
Storage
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6. Install the charcoal filter.
Front
cover
7. Close the front cover.
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Connecting to electrical power
1. Locate the power cord. The power cord must match the AC power
outlets at your site.
If you cannot use the power cord that is provided, obtain a suitable
power cord locally. You must use an agency-approved power cord
rated for adequate amperage with a plug type suitable for your
location. Contact your dealer if you need assistance.
2. Check that the voltage on the label over the power cord inlet
matches the AC voltage at your site.
Power cord inlet labels and connectors
Laser
imager
back
panel
OR
3. Remove the power cord inlet label.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK:
Dangerous voltage!
4. Connect the power cord to the:
• AC power connector on the laser imager.
• Building AC power outlet.
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Applying power
1. Check that the film supply is closed.
2. Remove the protective covering from the display screen.
3. To start the laser imager, press the power switch on the back of the
laser imager to on (|). Wait as the laser imager warms up. The
warm-up period might last up to 30 minutes. The display screen
shows the progress as the laser imager becomes ready to print.
Warming up
The power symbol is
yellow and flashing
while the laser
imager warms up
A countdown to zero (0) indicates
how soon the laser imager will be
ready to print
The warm-up period varies depending on how long the laser imager
has been off and the ambient temperature.
NOTE: If the laser imager does not start, see “Troubleshooting” on page
12.
Inserting a film cartridge
1. Open the film supply.
2. Insert the film cartridge. Align the cartridge with the label facing up
and the perforations to the front. Set the leading edge on the
cartridge guides, then slide the film cartridge into the laser imager to
engage the detents in the bottom of the cartridge.
Perforations
Leading Edge
Detents
3. Close the film supply.
4. Check that the film count appears on the display screen.
NOTE: If a film count does not appear, see the User’s Guide for help.
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Configuring the laser imager
Setting up your
computer to
communicate with the
laser imager
Do this procedure at your computer.
1. Select Start>Settings>Network Connections.
NOTE: Depending on your operating system, this might be
Start>Settings>Network and Dial-up Connections.
2. Right-click Local Area Connection.
3. Select Properties.
4. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).
5. Click Properties.
IMPORTANT: Remember or write down your current settings, as you will
reset your computer to these settings near the end of the
installation.
6. Select the Radio button next to Obtain an IP address
automatically.
7. Click OK.
8. Click OK.
Connecting your
computer to the laser
imager
Top Cover
Service Port
Crossover Cable
018HCA
018HC
1. Remove the laser imager’s top cover.
2. Using a crossover cable, connect your computer to the service port
on the laser imager.
3. Reinstall the top cover.
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Configuring
site-specific information
1. Start MICROSOFT INTERNET EXPLORER.
2. In the Address field, type: 192.168.0.1
3. Click Go. The main screen for the Web Portal appears.
4. Select your language:
5. Select Wizard > Installation Assistant.
6. Click
at the bottom of the screen. The Network Configuration
screen appears.
7. Enter:
• Host Name
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
8. Click Save.
9. Click
. The Clock Configuration screen appears.
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The system clock is set before the laser imager is shipped
to you. If the time zone is not correct, change it. When you
change the time zone, the time and date display correctly.
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10. Are the time zone, date, and time correct?
Yes
No
Advance to step 12.
Continue with the next step.
11. Will you set the clock manually, or does the site use a time server for
sychronization?
Manually
Synchronization
a. Select the time zone.
b. Edit the date and
time if needed.
c. Click Save.
a. Select the Enable Time
Synchronization check box.
b. In the IP Address field, type the
address of the time server to be
used for synchronization.
c. In the Period field, select the
synchronization period (how often
the clock is synchronized) from the
drop-down menu.
d. Select the time zone.
e. Click Save.
12. Click
. The System Indentification screen appears.
NOTE: Completing this screen is optional.
13. Enter the following information:
• Country Code
• Postal Code
• Hospital Name
• Department Name
• Device Location
14. Click Save.
15. Click
to return to the main screen.
16. Select Utilities > Session, and then click Restart.
NOTE: Make sure to restart using these steps or the network
parameters will not be saved.
Wait for the laser imager to restart. The laser imager requires
approximately 30 minutes to warm up. After completing the
warm-up cycle, the laser imager may print a calibration film if the
film cartridge requires it. While the laser imager is warming up,
continue with the next step.
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Completing the installation
Laser imager
back panel
1. Connect the network cable to the network connector on the laser imager.
2. Connect the other end of the network cable to the nearest building network
connector.
3. After the laser imager has completed the warm-up cycle, send an image from
each modality that will print to the laser imager.
4. If the image quality must be improved for a modality, optimize the images from
that modality:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
From the main screen, select Wizard > Image Quality.
Cancel all pending print jobs OR wait until all print jobs are printed.
Under Optimization Steps, click
.
Send an image from the modality, and then click
.
View the test print and visually select the optimal image.
Under Image Number, click
image.
to select the number of your optimal
g. Click
under Optimization Steps again to continue.
h. Check the status and result data near the bottom of the screen.
i. Send another image from the modality and check the print.
NOTE: If none of the images are optimal for your site, call a qualified service
provider.
5. Disconnect the crossover cable and restore the settings to your computer if
necessary.
Discarding excess material
When you are finished and the laser imager is operational, discard all excess
shipping materials in a manner suitable to local ordinances.
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Troubleshooting
CAUTION:
Laser imager does not
start
Never pull on the cord to disconnect the plug from the wall
outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
1. Press the power switch on the back of the laser imager off(0), and
then on (|), to restart the laser imager.
If this does not solve the problem, continue with step 2.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
3. Check that the power cord is properly connected to the AC power
connector on the laser imager.
4. Plug the power cord into the wall outlet.
5. Check that the wall outlet is energized.
6. If the laser imager still does not start, contact your qualified service
provider.
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Publication History
Revision
30
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Date
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Reason for Change
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Carestream Health, Inc.
150 Verona Street
Rochester, New York 14608
© Carestream Health, Inc., 2011
Pub No. 9G5124_en
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