SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Hardware Overview Online Training

Continue Continue Continue Hardware Overview OLT SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Hardware Overview Online Training This training will introduce you to the basic hardware components and functions of the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse scanner, and will cover the five learning objectives listed on the right. Master Template HOOD05162003052540 | Effective Date: 26-Nov-2019 Identify the components of the patient table 1 Operate the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) 4 Describe the function of the tablet 3 ​Identify the components of the gantry 2 Operate the control box 5 ? Welcome Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_welcome.mp3 Audio Script: Welcome to the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Hardware Overview Online Training. This training will introduce you to the basic hardware components and functions of the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse scanner, and will cover the five learning objectives listed on the right. Hints for Navigating this Online Training Before you start, we would like to give you a few tips on how to navigate: Table with 2 columns and 3 rows Not all pages contain audio. Some pages invite you to read for yourself or watch a video. Some pages show an X button in the upper right corner. Click the X button to return to the overview page and not miss any information provided. Some images show a magnifier icon. Click on the icon to see an enlarged view of the image. Another click brings you back to the normal view. Enjoy the course! Hints for Navigation ? Technology Overview Patient table Maximum load of 307 kg (676 lbs) in the center. More freedom of movement: Moves horizontally or vertically independently. Gantry-mounted FAST 3D Camera (optional) Provides you with live images that help you with patient positioning and collision detecting. Mobile Workflow Tablet: One tablet (10.2'') out of four possible tablets is standard for preparing scans right at the gantry. Preview images directly on the tablet. Placement and charging of the tablet on the gantry or at the docking station. Remote Scan Control (optional): Simplifies patient positioning and starts the scan remotely. Two ATHLON DS X-ray tubes More personalized imaging with 70 to 140 kV in steps of 10 kV. CARE Breathe Displays visual patient instructions before, during and after a scan to help patients understand the different audio instructions. CARE Moodlight (optional) Used to indicate the following states: Scan countdown Radiation on System startup Full-range CARE 2D Camera Provides you with live images that allow a closer look to the patient during the whole examination, even when the patient is inside the gantry. Technology Overview Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_technology-overview.mp3 Audio Script: Let´s begin with a short technology overview of the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse. The SOMATOM Pro.Pulse unlocks our one-of-a-kind Dual Source CT technology in cardiac, spectral, and pediatric imaging. It propels advanced diagnostic imaging for patients and a wide range of clinical institutions. Its hardware highlights include: - two ATHLON DS X-ray tubes for more personalized imaging with 70 to 140 kv in steps of 10 kV - further tablets in addition to the standard tablet delivered, a table foot switch and a wireless Remote Scan Control are optional components. They enable a Mobile Workflow in the examination room. - the optional gantry- or ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera which provides you with live images that help you with patient positioning and collision detecting - the patient table with a maximum load of 307 kg for easy patient accessibility - new patient-centric functionalities like CARE Moodlight, CARE Breathe and the CARE 2D Camera Select the markers to learn more. Technical Specifications X-ray tube: ..........…... ATHLON DS (two X-ray tubes) Max. number of acquired slices: …….… 64 x 2 slices (two detectors) Recon slice width: 0.6 - 10 mm Rotation time: ....……. 0.33 s / 0.5 s / 1.0 s Temporal resolution: 86 ms Generator max. power: 75 kW x 2 (two generators) kV settings: .........…… 70 – 140 kV @ 10 kV steps Max. scan speed: ..….. 200 mm/s / 372 mm/s (fast) Table load: .........……. Up to 307 kg / 676 lbs Gantry opening: .……. 70 cm ? Technical Specifications Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_technical-specifications.mp3 Audio Script: Here you can see an overview of the technical specifications for the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse. Take a moment to review the details, then proceed to the next page. ? Hardware Components Overview Control box Gantry Patient table X-ray foot switch Integrated injector arm Additional monitor Tablet dock for patient table i-Joystick Optional hardware components Hardware Components Overview Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_hardware-components-overview.mp3 Audio Script: There are three main hardware components that we will describe in detail: the patient table, the gantry, and the Control Box. The Gantry has several important elements that we will explore throughout the training. Further optional hardware components are the integrated injector arm: Use it to mount a dedicated injector in the examination room. Then place the injector in a position that is convenient for you. the X-ray foot switch with which you can trigger scanning as an alternative to using the Start key. and several accessories, which assist you during CT guided interventions in the examination room with myNeedle Guide: the i-Joystick, which you can mount on the side rail of the patient table to control the horizontal table movements the tablet dock, which you can use to mount the tablet on the table for in-room control of the intervention workflow and an additional monitor for viewing and verifying the acquired images, including measurements, in the control room. ? Patient Table This chapter gives you an overview of the characteristics and operating elements of the 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table. The patient table top is impervious to water. The table, mattress, and accessories are shaped such that they cause, if at all, only minimal artifacts. The markings on the positioning mat indicate the metal-free area of the patient table. Learn more about the features and details of the patient table on the following pages. ? Patient Table Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_introduction.mp3 Audio Script: This chapter gives you an overview of the characteristics and operating elements of the 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table. In general, the patient table top is impervious to water. The table, mattress, and accessories are shaped such that they cause, if at all, only minimal artifacts. The markings on the positioning mat indicate the metal-free area of the patient table. Learn more about the features and details of the patient table on the following pages. ? Overview 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table Combined horizontal and vertical movement Max. load of 307 kg / 676 lbs Overview Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_overview.mp3 Audio Script: You can move the patient table horizontally and vertically. Its maximum load in the center is 307kg (676 lbs). ? Storage Box and Side Rail The storage box and the side rail are optional. The side rail also has two options: A long rail and a short rail. You can choose to attach these optional parts along one side or both sides of the patient table. You can then mount accessories like the tablet dock or the i-Joystick and other material to the side rail. Like this, they are available during the complete examination workflow. Side rail Storage box Storage Box and Side Rail Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_storage-box_side-rail.mp3 Audio Script: The storage box and the side rail are optional. The side rail also has two options: A long rail and a short rail. You can choose to attach these optional parts along one side or both sides of the patient table. You can then mount accessories like the tablet dock or the i-Joystick and other material to the side rail. Like this, they are available during the complete examination workflow. ? Table Foot Switch Illumination light Illuminated if the respective motion is possible Unload pedal Moves the table down and out of the gantry to unload a patient Load pedal Moves the table and loads a patient Unload pedal Moves the table down and out of the gantry to unload a patient Load pedal Moves the table and loads a patient Table Foot Switch Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_foot-switch.mp3 Audio Script: You can move the patient table by using the table foot switch. This is an alternative to using the keys on the Remote Scan Control or the gantry operator panel. The table foot switch is located between the gantry and the patient table… …and has a Load pedal and an Unload pedal on each side. Select the orange markers to learn more. Please note: The table foot switch is an optional accessory. ? Manual Table Movement In an emergency, with the STOP key pressed or in a power failure, you can position the table top manually. Pull the handle towards the foot end of the table top and pull the table top out of the gantry. Handle Manual Table Movement Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_manual-table-movement.mp3 Audio Script: In an emergency, with the STOP key pressed or in a power failure, you can position the table top manually. Pull the handle towards the foot end of the table top and pull the table top out of the gantry. ? Physiological Measurement Module (PMM) The PMM is an optional device. It provides the receptacle for the electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes and a push button for changing the ECG channel. The PMM evaluates the ECG signal to detect the R-peaks. 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table PMM is located at the table foot end. You can move it with the table top. PMM interface Push button PMM movable with the table top Physiological Measurement Module (PMM) Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_patient-table_pmm.mp3 Audio Script: The physiological measurement module (PMM) is an optional device. It provides the receptacle for the electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes and a push button for changing the ECG channel. The PMM evaluates the ECG signal to detect the R-peaks. At the 307 kg (676 lbs) patient table, the PMM is located at the table foot end and you can move it with the table top. ? Gantry Components This chapter describes displays, operating elements, and connectors of the gantry. Gantry front components Gantry control panel Gantry interfaces Gantry back Air Filter Exchange Gantry Components Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_introduction.mp3 Audio Script: This chapter describes displays, operating elements, and connectors of the gantry: the gantry front components the gantry control panel the gantry interfaces and the gantry back You will also learn about the air filters and how to exchange them. ? Gantry Front Components Laser light markers Gantry interfaces Gantry connector box Gantry control panel or Remote Scan Control (optional) CARE Moodlight (optional) Full-range CARE 2D camera Contacted charging for tablet Cradle for wireless Remote Scan Control (optional) STOP key Tablet (one is standard, further are optionally offered) Gantry-mounted FAST 3D camera (optional) CARE Breathe Gantry Front Components Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_gantry-front.mp3 Audio Script: Here you can see the operating elements and displays located on the gantry front. Select the orange markers to learn more. ? STOP Key on the Gantry The STOP key allows you to interrupt all system functions and switch off radiation. It is located on the gantry front. In an emergency, press the STOP key. By pressing it, you interrupt all system movements, such as table movement, and stop radiation. Once you have resolved the emergency situation, click the Resume button in the dialog box at the acquisition workstation. STOP Key on the Gantry Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_stop-key.mp3 Audio Script: The STOP key allows you to interrupt all system functions and switch off radiation. It is located on the gantry front. In an emergency, press the STOP key. By pressing it, you interrupt all system movements, such as table movement, and stop radiation. Once you have resolved the emergency situation, click the Resume button in the dialog box at the acquisition workstation. ? Gantry Control Panel The gantry control panel is standard configuration and part of your system. With the gantry control panel, you control The gantry functions, The movement of the patient table, And trigger scanning. The gantry control panel has the same function keys as the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC). Exceptions are the Out of Range indicator, the Power Off indicator, and the pairing label. Select the colored callouts on the left to learn more. Gantry Control Panel Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_control_panel.mp3 Audio Script: The gantry control panel is standard configuration and part of your system. With the gantry control panel, you control The gantry functions, The movement of the patient table, And trigger scanning. The gantry control panel has the same function keys as the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC). Exceptions are the Out of Range indicator, the Power Off indicator, and the pairing label. Select the colored callouts on the left to learn more. Laser Light Marker key Press this key to turn the laser light markers on or off. Feed In key Press this key to move the patient table into the gantry. Suspend key Press this key to suspend the scan procedure. This is the preferred method for interrupting a scan before completion. Do not use the STOP key to suspend the scan procedure. Feed Down key Press this key to move the patient table down. This key is disabled if the table does not support a downward motion. Unload key Use this key to unload a patient. Feed Out key Press this key to move the patient table out of the gantry. Start key Press this key to trigger a scan. The X-ray indicator is illuminated when ready for a scan or during a scan. This key is disabled if there is no in-room monitor or tablet installed. Feed Up key Press this key to move the patient table up. This key is disabled if the table does not support an upward motion. Move key Press this key to move the table to the preselected scanning position. ? Gantry X-ray Indicator The X-ray indicator indicates the radiation status of the system. Its location depends on your configuration. It is located either on the left or the right of the gantry-mounted FAST 3D Camera (optional) or in the center of the Halo Cover Plate on the gantry front. There is an additional X-ray indicator on the gantry back. The X-ray indicators on the gantry front and back light up and a warning signal sounds when radiation is being emitted. The color of the X-ray indicator indicates the radiation status of the system: Illuminated in yellow: Radiation active. Not illuminated: No radiation. Gantry front Gantry back Gantry X-ray Indicator Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_x-ray-indicator.mp3 Audio Script: The X-ray indicator indicates the radiation status of the system. Its location depends on your configuration. It is located either on the left or the right of the gantry-mounted FAST 3D Camera (optional) or in the center of the Halo Cover Plate on the gantry front. There is an additional X-ray indicator on the gantry back. The X-ray indicators on the gantry front and back light up and a warning signal sounds when radiation is being emitted. The color of the X-ray indicator indicates the radiation status of the system: Illuminated in yellow means radiation active. Not illuminated means no radiation. ? Laser Light Markers The laser light markers are laser beams that emanate from three points in the gantry opening. These points indicate the position of the scan center and the slice plane in the middle of the detector rows for the inner scan level and the outer offset level. The laser beams fan out so that you see lines as a mark or a cross at the intersection of the beams. The laser beams visualize the gantry isocenter and the radiation exposure plane. Gantry Control Panel Wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) Control Box To turn on the laser light markers, press the Light Marker key on the gantry control panel, the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC), or the control box. After approximately 1 minute or if you start a scan, the laser light markers switch off automatically. If you want to switch off the laser light markers immediately, press the Light Marker key again. Laser Light Markers Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_laser-light-markers.mp3 Audio Script: The laser light markers are laser beams that emanate from three points in the gantry opening. These points indicate the position of the scan center and the slice plane in the middle of the detector rows for the inner scan level and the outer offset level. The laser beams fan out so that you see lines as a mark or a cross at the intersection of the beams. The laser beams visualize the gantry isocenter and the radiation exposure plane. Caution: Do not look directly into the laser beam or at its reflection on smooth, mirror-like surfaces during adjustment. To turn on the laser light markers, press the Light Marker key on the gantry control panel, the wireless Remote Scan Control, or the control box. After approximately one minute or if you start a scan, the laser light markers switch off automatically. If you want to switch off the laser light markers immediately, press the Light Marker key again. ? Full-Range CARE 2D Camera A full-range CARE 2D video camera is mounted on the gantry front and the gantry back. The CARE 2D Camera provides you with live images that allow a closer look to the patient during the whole examination, even when the patient is inside the gantry. If the patient requests it, you can turn off the camera. Full-Range CARE 2D Camera Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_2d_camera.mp3 Audio Script: A full-range CARE 2D video camera is mounted on the gantry front and the gantry back. The CARE 2D Camera provides you with live images that allow a closer look to the patient during the whole examination, even when the patient is inside the gantry. If the patient requests it, you can turn off the camera. ? Gantry-Mounted FAST 3D Camera The optional FAST 3D Camera is mounted on the gantry front. It provides you with three-dimensional live images that help you with patient positioning and topogram planning. Please note: The infrared sensor may interfere with other infrared devices, including remote controls. Do not use any other infrared devices while using the gantry-mounted FAST 3D Camera system! The infrared laser may affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Do not obstruct the view of the patient! Accurate calculation of the isocenter requires a clear view. Gantry-Mounted FAST 3D Camera Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_gm_fast_3d_camera.mp3 Audio Script: The optional FAST 3D Camera is mounted on the gantry front. It provides you with three-dimensional live images that help you with patient positioning and topogram planning. Please note: The infrared sensor may interfere with other infrared devices, including remote controls. Do not use any other infrared devices while using the gantry-mounted FAST 3D Camera system! The infrared laser may affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Do not obstruct the view of the patient! Accurate calculation of the isocenter requires a clear view. ? Ceiling-Mounted FAST 3D Camera The optional ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera allows automated patient positioning in the examination room. It is positioned above the patient table and in front of the gantry. On the tablet, you can see the live image captured with the ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera. Please note: The infrared sensor may interfere with other infrared devices, including remote controls. Do not use any other infrared devices while using the ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera system! The infrared laser may affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Do not obstruct the view of the patient! Accurate calculation of the isocenter requires a clear view. Ceiling-Mounted FAST 3D Camera Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_cm_fast_3d_camera.mp3 Audio Script: The optional ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera allows automated patient positioning in the examination room. It is positioned above the patient table and in front of the gantry. On the tablet, you can see the live image captured with the ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera. Please note: The infrared sensor may interfere with other infrared devices, including remote controls. Do not use any other infrared devices while using the ceiling-mounted FAST 3D Camera system! The infrared laser may affect the operation of other electronic equipment, causing them to malfunction. Do not obstruct the view of the patient! Accurate calculation of the isocenter requires a clear view. ? CARE Breathe Patients might need help to understand the different audio instructions during a scan. That’s why CARE Breathe displays visual patient instructions before, during, and after a scan, if you have added a patient instruction to a scan range. The CARE Breathe display units are situated on the gantry front and back in the gantry funnel. Select More to learn more about the visual patient instructions. More CARE Breathe Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_care_breathe.mp3 Audio Script: Patients might need help to understand the different audio instructions during a scan. That’s why CARE Breathe displays visual patient instructions before, during and after a scan, if you have added a patient instruction to a scan range. The CARE Breathe display units are situated on the gantry front and back in the gantry funnel. Select More to learn more about the visual patient instructions. CARE Breathe Visual Patient Instructions For each audio instruction that has been added to a scan range, the following visual patient instructions are displayed to the patient at the CARE Breathe display units in the gantry funnel: Table with 2 columns and 4 rows Visual Patient Instruction Meaning The green animation signals the patient to breathe normally. It is displayed before text A is played before the scan and as soon as text B is played after the scan. The yellow animation signals the patient to prepare to hold their breath. It is displayed as soon as text A is played before the scan. The ring represents a visual count down of the time until the next instruction. The red animation signals the patient to not breathe or swallow as long as the red animation is displayed. It is displayed until the scan is finished. The ring represents a visual count down of the time until the next instruction. CARE Moodlight The optional CARE Moodlight consists of LED lights on the gantry front cover. You can use it to indicate the following states: Scan countdown Radiation on System startup Select More to learn more about these states. More CARE Moodlight (optional) ? CARE Moodlight Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_care_moodl.mp3 Audio Script: The optional CARE Moodlight consists of LED lights on the gantry front cover. You can use it to indicate the following states: Scan countdown Radiation on System startup Select More to learn more about these states. CARE Moodlight States Table with 2 columns and 4 rows State Description Scan countdown The LED lights are illuminated in white before the scan is started. The LED lights turn off sequentially, one after another, in a clockwise direction until all the LED lights are off, which indicates that the scan has started. Radiation on The LED lights are illuminated in yellow when the X-ray indicator is illuminated, and the scan is in progess. System startup After you switch on the system, the LED lights turn on sequentially, one section after another, in a counter-clockwise direction. They turn on until all of the LED lights are illuminated in orange, which indicates that the system has started. ? Gantry Connector Box The gantry connector box (storage compart-ment) is a key locked box, located at the right side of the gantry stand. This box houses 2 USB interfaces (USB 3.0 or higher), and the On/Off key. There is also an SD card interface that is for service purposes only. Interfaces: USB interface On/Off key SD card interface 1 1 2 3 1 2 3 Gantry Connector Box Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_gantry_interfaces.mp3 Audio Script: The gantry connector box (storage compartment) is a key locked box, located at the right side of the gantry stand. This box houses 2 USB interfaces (USB 3.0 or higher), and the On/Off key. There is also an SD card interface that is for service purposes only. ? Gantry Interfaces The gantry interfaces are located at the lower right side of the gantry stand. Interfaces: i-Joystick interface X-ray foot switch interface 1 2 1 2 Gantry Interfaces Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-components_gantry_interfaces.mp3 Audio Script: The gantry interfaces are located at the lower right side of the gantry stand. There is an i-Joystick interface and an X-ray foot switch interface for the optional accessories. Air filter ? Gantry Back CARE Breathe Full-range CARE 2D camera STOP key Contacted charging for tablet Air filter Cradle for wireless Remote Scan Control (optional) Contacted charging for tablet Cradle for wireless Remote Scan Control (optional) X-ray indicator Gantry intercom Gantry Back Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-back.mp3 Audio Script: Here you can see the operating elements and displays located on the gantry back. Select the orange markers to learn more. ? Air Filter and Exchange 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 There are two air filters located at the bottom left and bottom right of the gantry back. If the air filter is dirty, it might lead to the system overheating, so you should replace the air filter regularly. In five easy steps, you can exchange the filter pads on your own quickly and easily without tools. Select the numbered steps below to learn more. Air Filter and Exchange Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_gantry-back_air-filter-exchange.mp3 Audio Script: There are two air filters located at the bottom left and bottom right of the gantry back. If the air filter is dirty, it might lead to the system overheating, so you should replace the air filter regularly. In 5 easy steps, you can exchange the filter pads on your own quickly and easily without tools. Select the numbered steps below to learn more. 5 Air Filter and Exchange Step 5: Close the vent cover. Please note: It is forbidden to use the gantry without replacing the filter. You will receive a notification when it is time to change the air filter. For information regarding the purchase of the filter pads, please contact your Customer Care Center. If the filter pad is not very dirty, cleaning it with a vacuum cleaner is sufficient. 4 Air Filter and Exchange Step 4: Place a new filter pad on the inside of the vent cover. 3 Air Filter and Exchange Step 3: If needed, clean the grid, for example, with a vacuum cleaner. Grid 0 2 Air Filter and Exchange Step 2: Remove the old air filter pad. Air Filter and Exchange The door of the filter is closed with magnets. Step 1: Open the air filter door. 1 Air filter door Air filter door ? Tablet One 10.2” gantry tablet is standard. You can use up to four gantry tablets at the same time. The Scan&GO application on them enables you to perform basic workflows within the examination room. It synchronizes with the syngo Acquisition Workplace. And it communicates data wirelessly to the system. With Scan&GO technology: Easily display patient information. Prepare the scans directly at the gantry. Preview images that are sent wirelessly from the scanner to the tablet. Tablet Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_tablet_introduction.mp3 Audio Script: One 10.2 inches gantry tablet is standard. You can use up to four gantry tablets at the same time. The Scan&GO application on them enables you to perform basic workflows within the examination room. It synchronizes with the syngo Acquisition Workplace. And it communicates data wirelessly to the system. With Scan&GO technology, start checking patient information as soon as you collect the patient from the waiting room. Then prepare the scan directly at the gantry to stay with the patient longer. Since the images are sent wirelessly from the scanner to the tablet, you can return to the patient after the scan and stay there. In parallel, you can then preview the images and communicate with radiologists for instant feedback, if required. ? Tablet Storage and Charging Tablet Storage and Charging Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_tablet_storage.mp3 Audio Script: Identical pairing labels on the tablet and the gantry enable you to identify if they are paired to function together. You can attach up to two tablets at the gantry front… … and optionally up to two tablets at the gantry back. You charge the tablet when you attach it to the gantry and the system is powered on. You also charge the tablet when you attach it to the contacted charging docking station. You can attach the docking station to the wall or place it on a docking station stand on a table. Please note: Do not place the tablet on the patient or the patient table! ? Wireless Remote Scan Control An optional interaction device in the examination room is the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC). Select the colored callouts on the left to see which scanner functions you can control with the buttons on the RSC. Wireless Remote Scan Control Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_rsc_overview.mp3 Audio Script: An optional interaction device in the examination room is the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC). Select the colored callouts on the left to see which scanner functions you can control with the buttons on the RSC. Move key Press this key to move the table to the preselected scanning position. Laser Light Marker key Press this key to turn the laser light markers on or off. Feed In key Press this key to move the patient table into the gantry. Suspend key Press this key to suspend the scan procedure. This is the preferred method for interrupting a scan before completion. Do not use the STOP key to suspend the scan procedure. Feed Down key Press this key to move the patient table down. This key is disabled if the table does not support a downward motion. Unload key Use this key to unload a patient. Feed Out key Press this key to move the patient table out of the gantry. Start key Press this key to trigger a scan. The X-ray indicator is illuminated when ready for a scan or during a scan. This key is disabled if there is no in-room monitor or tablet installed. Feed Up key Press this key to move the patient table up. This key is disabled if the table does not support an upward motion. ? Charging The wireless RSC is equipped with rechargeable batteries. Charging On the cradle of the gantry At any USB port, for example, a monitor USB port Please note: The wireless RSC will not react to any operation while it is charging. Battery Indicator Status NOT charging On (white): Battery full On (red): Battery medium Blinking (red): Battery low Off: Battery empty Charging Slow blinking (white): Charging On (white): Battery fully charged Fast blinking (white and red blinking alternatively): Charging fault Off: Hardware fault Charging Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_rsc_charging.mp3 Audio Script: The wireless Remote Scan Control is equipped with rechargeable batteries. You can charge the wireless RSC on the cradle of the gantry or at any USB port, for example, a monitor USB port. Please note: The wireless RSC will not react to any operation while it is charging. A battery indicator on the wireless Remote Scan Control shows you the current status of the battery as listed here on the left. Storage ? Pairing label Docking station Storage Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_rsc_storage.mp3 Audio Script: You can safely store the wireless Remote Scan Control at the docking station. Identical labels on the wireless Remote Scan Control and the gantry enable you to identify if they are paired to function together. ? Operating in Range The wireless RSC is limited to a certain operating range. Out of Range indicator Off when you are within the operating range. Turns red when you are out of the operating range. Please note: Once the RSC is out of operation range, the connection is turned off. As soon as the RSC is back in the operating range, it will establish the connection to the scanner automatically. This might take a few seconds. Operating in Range Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_rsc_operating-range.mp3 Audio Script: The RSC is limited to a certain operating range. This is shown by the Out of Range indicator located on the bottom left of the RSC. The Out of Range indicator is off when you are within the operating range. It turns to red when you are out of the operating range, and the connection is turned off. As soon as the RSC is back in the operating range, it will establish the connection to the scanner automatically. This might take a few seconds. ? Dead Man's Switch To avoid unintended activation of keys, we designed the wireless RSC with a dead man's switch. You need to activate it to enable any of the other keys on the device. You activate it when you hold the wireless RSC. Activation of dead man's switch Grasp the lower half of the wireless RSC with your palm. Place your thumb on one side of the wireless RSC. Remaining fingers on the other side. Ensure your hands are in contact with both sides of the back of the wireless RSC. Dead Man's Switch Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_rsc_dead-mans-switch.mp3 Audio Script: To avoid unintended activation of keys, we designed the wireless Remote Scan Control with a dead man's switch. You need to activate the switch to enable any of the other keys on the device. You activate the dead man's switch when you hold the wireless RSC. In other situations, the switch is deactivated. To activate the dead man's switch, grasp the lower half of the RSC with your palm. Place your thumb on one side of the RSC and your remaining fingers on the other side. Ensure your hands are in contact with both sides of the back of the RSC. ? Control Box The control box enables you to start and stop a measurement and move the gantry and the table from outside of the examination room. The operating elements for the intercom system are also located on the control box. Select the colored callouts on the left to see which scanner functions you can control with the keys on the control box. Control Box Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_control-box_overview.mp3 Audio Script: The control box enables you to start and stop a measurement and move the gantry and the table from outside of the examination room. The operating elements for the intercom system are also located on the control box. Select the colored callouts on the left to see which scanner functions you can control with the keys on the control box. STOP key Press this key to stop radiation and movements altogether in an emergency. Call patient key Press and hold this key while speaking into the microphone. You can adjust the volume by pressing the + and - keys. The respective volume is indicated by light band. Listen to patient key Press this key if you want to hear what the patient is saying. You can adjust the volume by pressing the + and - keys. The respective volume is indicated by light band. Move key Press this key to move the table to the preselected scanning position or tilt the gantry to the next measuring position. Feed In key Press this key to move the table into the gantry. Feed Out key Press this key to move the table out of the gantry. Feed Up key Press this key to move the patient table up. Feed Down key Press this key to move the patient table down. Suspend key Press this key to hold the scan procedure. This is the preferred method for interrupting a scan before completion. You should not use the STOP key for this purpose. Unload key Use this key to unload a patient. Laser Light Marker key Press this key to turn the laser light marker on or off. Start key Press this key to trigger a scan. The Start key on the control box is equipped with an X-ray indicator. A warning signal sounds when radiation is being generated. The color of the indicator shows the operating state of the system: When illuminated in green, the scanner is ready for scanning. When illuminated in yellow, radiation is being generated. Similarities ? Gantry Control Panel Wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) Control Box Similarities Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_similarities.mp3 Audio Script: You may have noticed that the wireless Remote Scan Control and the control box have several hardware buttons in common. Please take some time and compare the similarities among gantry control panel, wireless Remote Scan Control and control box. The manual keys that appear on the devices are color coded to better show similarities. When you are ready, move on to the Course Review on the next page. ? Operate the control box Operate the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) Identify the components of the gantry Identify the components of the patient table Course Review Congratulations. You have completed the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Hardware Overview Online Training. Select the objectives listed below to review the material before proceeding to the final assessment. Describe the function of the tablet 1 1 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 Course Review Audio Filename: somatom_pro_pulse_hardware-olt_control-box_cr.mp3 Congratulations. You have completed the SOMATOM Pro.Pulse Hardware Overview Online Training. Select the objectives listed below to review the material before proceeding to the final assessment. Operate the control box Start key with X-ray indicator light Green – Scanner is ready for scanning Yellow – Radiation is being generated Use the control box to Start a scan. Move the gantry and the table. Communicate with the patient. Unload the patient. Stop radiation and movements in case of an emergency. Suspend a scan procedure. Similarities The gantry control panel, the RSC, and the control box have several hard-ware buttons in common. Operate the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) Battery indicator Status NOT charging On (white): Battery full On (red): Battery medium Blinking (red): Battery low Off: Battery empty Charging Slow blinking (white): Charging On (white): Battery fully charged Fast blinking (white and red blinking alternatively): Charging fault Off: Hardware fault Dead man’s switch You need to activate the switch to enable any of the other keys on the device. To activate the dead man's switch, grasp the lower half of the RSC with your palm. You should place your thumb on one side of the RSC and your remaining fingers on the other side. Ensure your hands are in contact with both sides of the back of the RSC. Charging the RSC Charge the wireless RSC on the cradle of the gantry or at any USB port. The wireless RSC will not react to any operation while it is charging. Operating in range The wireless RSC is limited to a certain operating range indicated by the Out of Range indicator on the RSC: Off when you are within the operating range. Turns red when you are out of the operating range. Storage You can safely store the RSC at the docking station. Use the RSC to Start a scan. Move the patient table. Turn the laser light marker on/off. Unload the patient. Suspend a scan procedure. Describe the function of the tablet Two tablets are offered with the scanner: 10” and 12” (optional) The Scan&GO application enables you to: Perform basic workflows within the examination room Prepare the scan directly at the gantry Review images on the tablet Tablet Storage: The 10” tablet can be safely stored at the gantry front and the optional docking station The 12” tablet can be safely stored at the optional docking station Size 10.2” tablet Storage and Charging You can attach up to two tablets at the gantry front and optionally up to two tablets at the gantry back. You charge the tablet when you attach it to the gantry and the system is powered on. You also charge the tablet when you attach it to the contacted charging docking station. Scan&GO The Scan&GO application enables you to: Perform basic workflows within the examination room. Prepare the scan directly at the gantry. Review images on the tablet. Pairing Identical pairing labels on the tablet and the gantry enable you to identify if they are paired to function together. Identify the components of the gantry Laser light markers Laser beams that emanate from three points in the gantry opening. The laser beams visualize the gantry isocenter and the radiation exposure plane. Gantry interfaces Located at the lower right side of the gantry stand. There is an i-Joystick interface and an X-ray foot switch interface for the optional accessories. Gantry control panel or Remote Scan Control (optional) CARE Moodlight (optional) Consists of LED lights on the gantry front cover. Indicates the states for the scan countdown (white), radiation on (yellow), and for the system startup (orange). Full-range CARE 2D camera Provides you with live images that allow a closer look to the patient during the whole examination, even when the patient is inside the gantry. Contacted charging for tablet Cradle for wireless Remote Scan Control (optional) STOP key Press the STOP key in case of an emergency. All system movements are interrupted and radiation is stopped. Tablet One is standard, further tablets are optionally offered. Gantry-mounted FAST 3D camera (optional) Provides you with live images that help you with patient positioning and collision detecting. CARE Breathe To help patients understand the different audio instructions during a scan, CARE Breathe displays visual patient instructions before, during and after a scan, if a patient instruction has been added to a scan range. Operating elements and displays on the gantry back STOP key X-ray indicator Full-Range CARE 2D Camera CARE Breathe Gantry intercom Contacted charging for tablet (optional) Cradle for wireless RSC (optional) Air Filters: Replace the air filters regularly to protect the system from overheating Gantry connector box The gantry connector box is a key locked box, located at the right side of the gantry stand. This box houses 2 USB interfaces (USB 3.0 or higher), and the On/Off key. There is also an SD card interface that is for service purposes only. Identify the components of the patient table Manual table movement Pull the handle towards the foot end of the table top, and pull the table top out of the gantry in case of an emergency (with STOP key pressed) or in power failure. Physiological measurement module (PMM) Optional device that provides the receptacle for the electrocardiogram (ECG) electrodes and a push button for changing the ECG channel. 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table PMM is located at the table foot end. You can move it with the table top. Storage box and side rail (both optional) Patient Table 307 kg / 676 lbs patient table Max. load of 307 kg / 676 lbs Combined horizontal and vertical movement Table Foot Switch (optional) Use the table foot switch to load and unload patients. The table foot switch is located between the patient table and the gantry. Disclaimer Please note that the learning material is for training purposes only. For the proper use of the software or hardware, please always use the Operator Manual or Instructions for Use (hereinafter collectively “Operator Manual”) issued by Siemens Healthineers. This material is to be used as training material only and shall by no means substitute the Operator Manual. Any material used in this training will not be updated on a regular basis and does not necessarily reflect the latest version of the software and hardware available at the time of the training. The Operator Manual shall be used as your main reference, in particular for relevant safety information like warnings and cautions. Please note: Some functions shown in this material are optional and might not be part of your system. Certain products, product related claims or functionalities (hereinafter collectively “Functionality”) may not (yet) be commercially available in your country. Due to regulatory requirements, the future availability of said Functionalities in any specific country is not guaranteed. Please contact your local Siemens Healthineers sales representative for the most current information. The reproduction, transmission or distribution of this training or its contents is not permitted without express written authority. Offenders will be liable for damages. All names and data of patients, parameters and configuration dependent designations are fictional and examples only. All rights, including rights created by patent grant or registration of a utility model or design, are reserved. © Siemens Healthcare AG 2023 Siemens Healthineers Headquarters\Siemens Healthcare AG\Siemensstr. 3\ 91301 Forchheim\Germany\Phone: +49 9191 18-0\siemens-healthineers.com ? Disclaimer ? Assessment This assessment will test your retention of the presented content. A passing score of 80% or higher is required to complete the course and earn your certificate. You may repeat the assessment as many times as needed. Start Assessment 307 kg / 676 lbs 280 kg / 617 lbs 200 kg / 440 lbs 333 kg / 734 lbs ? What is the maximum load of the patient table? Question 1 of 6 Select the best answer. Multiple Choice Question What is the maximum load of the patient table? Laser Light Markers Control Box Table Foot Switch Air Filter ? What is a component of the gantry front? Question 2 of 6 Select the best answer. Multiple Choice Question What is a component of the gantry front? The Air Filter is not located at the Gantry front. The Table Foot Switch is not attached to the Gantry front. The Control Box is not attached to the Gantry front. …runs on non-rechargeable batteries, can be used inside of the scan room to allow you to stay with the patient longer, and it uses Scan&GO technology. …communicates wirelessly with the control box, allows you to start collecting patient information in the waiting room, and allows you to stay with the patient longer. …works inside and outside of the scan room, uses Scan&GO technology, and allows you to stay with the patient longer. ? What are three key features of the tablet? The tablet… Question 3 of 6 Select the best answer. Multiple Choice Question What are three key features of the tablet? The tablet… The tablet and control box do not connect. You can recharge the tablet's batteries. The wireless RSC has an Out of Range and a Low Battery indicator. The battery indicator lights up red when the battery of the RSC is fully charged. I can operate the wireless RSC while it is charging. The indicator on the RSC lights up yellow when radiation is being generated. ? Which of the following statements about the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) is correct? Question 4 of 6 Select the best answer. Multiple Choice Question Which of the following statements about the wireless Remote Scan Control (RSC) is correct? The RSC does not have a radiation indicator light. The wireless RSC will not react to operation while it is charging. The battery indicator lights up red when the battery is low. Listen to patient key: Press this key if you want to hear what the patient is saying. Call patient key: Press and hold this key while speaking into the microphone. Volume up key: Press to turn up the volume. Volume down key: Press to reduce the volume. Select the purpose of the highlighted key on the control box. Question 5 of 6 Select the best answer. ? Multiple Choice Question Select the purpose of the highlighted key on the control box. The Air Filter is not located at the Gantry front. The Table Foot Switch is not attached to the Gantry front. The Control Box is not attached to the Gantry front. Yellow Green Red White ? What is the correct color of illumination to indicate radiation on the control box? Question 6 of 6 Select the best answer. Multiple Choice Question What is the correct color of illumination to indicate radiation on the control box? The Control Box does not have a white indicator. The Control Box does not have a red indicator. This color indicates that the scanner is ready. Review Review Retry ? Assessment Results %Results.ScorePercent%% %Results.PassPercent%% Continue YOUR SCORE: PASSING SCORE: Assessment Results You did not pass the course. Take time to review the assessment then select Retry to continue. 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Assessment Slide QR700001123 | Effective Date: 01 Dec 2023 1.1 Welcome 1.2 Hints for Navigation 1.3 Technology Overview 1.4 Technical Specifications 1.5 Hardware Components Overview 1.6 Patient Table 1.7 Overview 1.8 Storage Box and Side Rail 1.9 Table Foot Switch 1.10 Manual Table Movement 1.11 Physiological Measurement Module (PMM) 1.12 Gantry Components 1.13 Gantry Front Components 1.14 STOP Key on the Gantry 1.15 Gantry Control Panel 1.16 Gantry X-ray Indicator 1.17 Laser Light Markers 1.18 Full-Range CARE 2D Camera 1.19 Gantry-Mounted FAST 3D Camera 1.20 Ceiling-Mounted FAST 3D Camera 1.21 CARE Breathe 1.22 CARE Moodlight 1.23 Gantry Connector Box 1.24 Gantry Interfaces 1.25 Gantry Back 1.26 Air Filter and Exchange 1.27 Tablet 1.28 Tablet Storage and Charging 1.29 Wireless Remote Scan Control 1.30 Charging 1.31 Storage 1.32 Operating in Range 1.33 Dead Man's Switch 1.34 Control Box 1.35 Similarities 1.36 Course Review 1.37 Disclaimer 1.38 Assessment