Fluke Biomedical RaySafe Xi 8201011 User manual
USER MANUAL
RaySafe Xi
© 2018.10 Unfors RaySafe 5000071-14.00
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................
Versions...........................................................................................................
THE RAYSAFE XI....................................................................................................
The RaySafe Xi Detectors...............................................................................
The RaySafe Xi Base Unit ...............................................................................
GETTING STARTED................................................................................................
Keys on the RaySafe Xi Base Unit..................................................................
Transfer data to a computer...........................................................................
Battery and Charger .......................................................................................
R/F MEASUREMENT ............................................................................................
MAMMOGRAPHY MEASUREMENT......................................................................
Special measurement cases ........................................................................
TRANSPARENT MEASUREMENT .........................................................................
CT MEASUREMENT .............................................................................................
How to measure CT dose.............................................................................
How to measure CT kVp...............................................................................
LIGHT MEASUREMENT........................................................................................
SURVEY MEASUREMENT ....................................................................................
mA/mAs MEASUREMENT ....................................................................................
Passive mAs ..................................................................................................
MEASUREMENT DEFINITIONS ............................................................................
Dose ..............................................................................................................
Dose Rate......................................................................................................
kV/kVp ...........................................................................................................
Time...............................................................................................................
Pulse..............................................................................................................
Frame rate.....................................................................................................
Dose per Frame............................................................................................
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HVL (Half Value Layer) ..................................................................................
Total Filtration ...............................................................................................
mA and mAs..................................................................................................
RAYSAFE XI VIEW................................................................................................
Installing RaySafe Xi View ............................................................................
Setup of Bluetooth communication..............................................................
Getting help ..................................................................................................
ACCESSORIES .....................................................................................................
The RaySafe Xi Flexi stand...........................................................................
The RaySafe Xi Cassette holder...................................................................
TIPS AND TRICKS................................................................................................
Arrangement of Measurement.....................................................................
Sensor Position .............................................................................................
Reset Switch..................................................................................................
Vertical Detector Placement.........................................................................
kVp on AMX...................................................................................................
Display Codes ...............................................................................................
Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................
Troubleshooting............................................................................................
WARRANTY, SERVICE AND SUPPORT.................................................................
Service ..........................................................................................................
Return Procedure for Service and Warranty ................................................
DISPOSAL............................................................................................................
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – Contents
INTRODUCTION
VERSIONS
This user manual covers the following articles:
Base unit version: 8201011 Detector version: 8202011
8201021 8202021
8201013 8202022
8201023 8202031
8202040
8202041
8202050
8202060
8202062
8202070
This manual discribes the RaySafe Xi which is compatible with the Unfors Xi Platinum Plus version.
ABOUT THIS USER MANUAL
This user manual is intended to assist users in the safe and eective operation of the product described.
Before attempting to operate the product, you must read these instructions for use, noting and strictly
observing all WARNINGS and CAUTION notices.
WARNING A WARNING alerts you to a potential serious outcome, adverse event or safety hazard. Failure
to observe a warning may result in death or serious injury to the operator or patient.
CAUTION A CAUTION alerts you to where special care is necessary for the safe and eective use of
the product. Failure to observe a caution may result in minor or moderate personal injury or
damage to the product or other property, and possibly in a remote risk of more serious injury,
and/or cause environmental pollution.
NOTE Notes highlight unusual points as an aid to an operator.
These Instructions for Use describe the most extensive configuration of the product, with the maximum number
of options and accessories. Not every function described may be available on your product.
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – Introduction
THE RAYSAFE Xi
The RaySafe Xi is intended for measurements in medical X-ray imaging applications. The RaySafe Xi is not
intended for use during patient examination.
The RaySafe Xi consists of a base unit and several dierent external detectors measuring: Radiography/
Fluoroscopy (R/F), mammography (MAM), on AEC or ABC systems (Transparent), Computed Tomography (CT),
ambient and emitted light (Light) and scattered or low level radiation (Survey).
Communication between detector and base unit is purely digital, thereby minimizing sensitivity to mechanical
or electrical stress. The base unit may also be equipped with an optional integrated tube current meter
(mA/mAs).
THE RAYSAFE Xi DETECTORS
• The R/F detector has two sensors: R/F high is designed for conventional, high dose rate measurements
normally generated without a phantom between the detector and the X-ray source. R/F low is designed for low
dose rate measurements normally generated with a phantom between the detector and the X-ray source.
• The mammography sensor is used for both low and high dose rates generated in mammography
applications.
• The transparent detector is a solid-state detector with a very small radiologically visible footprint. It is
intended to be used for applications where the R/F detector would influence the automatic exposure
control on X-ray equipment and serves as a complement to the R/F detector. The transparent detector is
designed to mimic the response of a pancake ion chamber detector and therefore it has no backscatter
protection.
• The CT detector is an ionization chamber, designed to measure CT dose for applications such as Dose
Length Product (DLP) and Computed Tomography Dose Index (CTDI).
• The light detector is designed to measure luminance on LCD and CRT monitors, as well as light boxes, and
illuminance for diagnostic X-ray applications.
• The survey detector is designed for measuring leakage or scattered radiation from X-ray tubes or in
examination rooms and leakage radiation from γ-emitting isotopes.
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – The RaySafe Xi
THE RAYSAFE Xi BASE UNIT
There are two versions of the RaySafe Xi base unit: one with and one without mA/mAs capabilities. Both
versions are fully compatible and interchangeable with the RaySafe Xi detectors as long as the firmware
supports the detector (see Specifications). In this manual all information refers to both versions unless
otherwise specified.
The RaySafe Xi base unit automatically identifies the connected detector and displays the settings and
parameters available for that detector.
The built-in active compensation automatically applies corrections for dierent beam qualities, filtrations
and temperatures. During fluoroscopy, survey or light measurements the displayed values are continuously
updated. Data is sent on the serial port, and RaySafe Xi view, the program included with your RaySafe Xi, shows
numerical data as well as waveforms on a PC.
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – The RaySafe Xi
GETTING STARTED
1. Connect a RaySafe Xi detector of your choice to the RaySafe Xi base unit with one of the two (2 and 10 m)
RaySafe Xi cables.
2. Position as required for the selected sensor.
3. Turn on the RaySafe Xi (ON/OFF key, see below), and the instrument specific setup information is
displayed. In the SENSOR MENU a detector or sensor field for your application can be selected.
4. The RaySafe Xi is now in MEASURE MODE and ready to measure. Press STEP to scroll through measured
parameters (also possible during fluoroscopy). The last three displayed parameters will automatically show
up after the next exposure. To change setup values (SETUP MENU) such as various delays, displayed units
and other choices, press SELECT.
KEYS ON THE RAYSAFE Xi BASE UNIT
ON/OFF: Turns on the RaySafe Xi and o when in SENSOR MENU.
EXIT: Exit to the previous menu.
STEP: A short press steps through available options.
SELECT: A long press selects an option.
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – Getting Started
TRANSFER DATA TO A COMPUTER
To view the waveform in the RaySafe Xi view and/or transfer measured data to a PC, connect a serial cable or
Bluetooth module (option) to the communication port on the RaySafe Xi base unit.
BATTERY AND CHARGER
CAUTION! Only authorized personnel may remove and replace the battery.
Fully charge the battery with the provided battery charger before first use. Battery status in percentage is
displayed, together with setup information, when the instrument is switched on.
RaySafe Xi/Unfors Xi Platinum Plus Unfors Xi Platinum
FOR RAYSAFE Xi
The provided battery charger may be connected during all measurements.
FOR UNFORS XiPLATINUM
The provided battery charger may be connected during measurement except when measuring mAs, as it may
create ground currents aecting the measurement. However, the RaySafe Xi battery charger may be connected
during all measurements.
Xi version Battery type Hours of operation Charge time
RaySafe Xi 7.4 V Li-ion 20–40 hours 4 hours
Unfors Xi Platinum 9 V NiMH 10–20 hours 15 hours
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – Getting Started
There are two battery warning levels:
• First warning level, “Battery low”: Finish your measurements and then charge the battery.
• Second warning level, “Battery down”: No further measurements are possible.
When the provided battery charger is connected, the external power indicator is lit and Charging battery will
be briefly displayed. The RaySafeXi battery will be charged even if the RaySafe Xi is turned o.
There is a battery charger LED indicator that is indicating red while charging and green when the battery is fully
charged.
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RaySafe Xi User Manual – Getting Started
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