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Codonics Horizon - User Manual

Codonics Horizon
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Codonics
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Catalog Number HORIZON MNLU
May 21, 2018
Version 3.0.2 USB Flash Drive
Version 2.1.3 ZIP Disk
Codonics, Inc.
17991 Englewood Drive
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130 USA
440.243.1198 Phone
440.243.1334 Fax
Email info@codonics.com
www.codonics.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface

Voltage Warning

Details electrical safety precautions, grounding, and warnings.

Laser Warning

Explains laser safety, specifications, and warning labels.

Temperature Warning

Warns about hot surfaces and provides temperature guidelines.

ESD Caution

Provides electrostatic discharge precautions for connecting equipment.

Safety Precautions

Location Precautions

Details environmental and placement requirements for the imager.

Chapter 2: Setting Up the Imager

Preparing for Installation

Provides guidelines and requirements for preparing the imager installation.

Installing the Imager

Details the unpacking and physical installation process of the imager.

Connecting the Ethernet Cable

Explains how to connect the network cable to the imager for network connectivity.

Powering On the Imager-First Time

Guides the user through the initial power-on procedure for the imager.

Network Settings-Simple Network

Explains how to configure the imager for a simple network setup.

Specifying the Imagers IP Address

Details how to define a unique IP address for the imager on the network.

Loading Media

Explains how to load media cassettes and optionally a ribbon.

Changing the Service Password

Explains how to change the default service login password for security.

Saving the Configuration Settings

Explains how to save current imager configuration settings to backup media.

Saving the Configuration Settings to Backup Media

Provides step-by-step instructions for saving configuration to Zip or USB media.

Restoring the Configuration Settings from Backup Media

Details the process of restoring imager settings from backup media.

Chapter 3: Basic Imager Operations

Powering the Imager On and Off

Details the procedures for powering the imager on and off.

Powering On the Imager

Explains the steps to power on the imager and what to expect.

Observing the Imager’s Operating Status in the Status Screen

Describes how to interpret the imager's status from the control panel display.

Powering Off the Imager

Provides the procedure for safely powering off the imager.

Understanding the Control Panel

Details the layout and function of the imager's control panel.

Alert and Fault Messages and the Fault Tone

Describes how alert/fault messages and tones are presented and managed.

Navigating the Control Panel Display

Guides the user on how to navigate menus and enter data via the control panel.

Chapter 4: Media Handling and Storage

Inserting or Changing Cassettes

Provides step-by-step instructions for inserting or replacing media cassettes.

Changing the Ribbon (ChromaVista)

Details the procedure for replacing the color ribbon in the imager.

Chapter 5: Printing from DICOM Applications

Configuring the DICOM Application

Guides on configuring DICOM applications to support Horizon imager printing.

Sending a DICOM Print Job

Explains how to select the imager and send a print job from a DICOM application.

Chapter 6: Printing via PostScript

Specifying the Media Type and Size

Explains how to specify media type and size using PostScript parameters.

Printing from Windows Applications

Guides on printing from Windows applications using the imager.

Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters-Windows 98 and Me

Provides specific instructions for changing parameters on Windows 98/Me.

Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters-Windows NT

Provides specific instructions for changing parameters on Windows NT.

Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters-Windows 2000 and XP

Provides specific instructions for changing parameters on Windows 2000/XP.

Printing from Macintosh Applications

Guides on printing from Macintosh applications using the imager.

Specifying the Horizon Media

Explains how to select Horizon media and type in Macintosh applications.

Specifying Horizon PostScript Parameters

Details how to configure PostScript parameters for Macintosh printing.

Chapter 7: Printing via FTP and LPR

Printing via FTP

Introduces FTP for sending print jobs and image files.

Printing via LPR

Introduces LPR for sending print jobs and explains its command syntax.

Specifying the Media Type and Size Using FTP

Guides on setting media type and size for FTP print jobs.

Specifying the Media Type and Size Using LPR

Guides on setting media type and size for LPR print jobs.

Chapter 8: Default Print Job Settings

Default Print Job Settings

Explains the concept of default settings and their importance.

Changing Default Settings

Details how to change default media and sheet/image parameters.

Changing the Default Media Type and Size

Guides on setting default media types and sizes for grayscale and color images.

Changing Default User Settings for a Media Type

Explains how to modify default sheet and image parameter settings per media type.

Resetting to Factory-Default Settings

Guides on resetting imager settings back to factory defaults.

Resetting the Default Media Selections

Explains how to reset default media selections for grayscale or color.

Resetting the Default User Settings

Guides on resetting default user settings for all media types to factory defaults.

Chapter 9: Adjusting Image Appearance

Printing GCS Bracketing Sheets Using DICOM

Guides on printing GCS sheets via DICOM.

Printing GCS Bracketing Sheets Using PostScript

Guides on printing GCS sheets via PostScript.

DirectVista Adjustments

Explains how to find best gamma and contrast for DirectVista media.

ChromaVista Adjustments

Guides on finding best gamma, contrast, and saturation for ChromaVista media.

Printing MCM Bracketing Sheets Using DICOM

Guides on printing MCM sheets via DICOM.

Chapter 10: Preventive Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Outlines a schedule for periodic preventive maintenance tasks.

Cleaning Print Head and Nosepiece

Provides detailed steps for cleaning the thermal print head and nosepiece.

Cleaning the Platen and Donor Guide

Details the procedure for cleaning the platen roller and donor guide bar.

Cleaning the Pick Tires

Explains how to clean the pick tires that feed media.

Chapter 11: Calibration

Film Calibration (DirectVista Film Only)

Explains the process of film calibration for DirectVista film.

Chapter 12: Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Tables

Provides tables for troubleshooting startup, print jobs, and jams.

Table 12-1. Startup and Print Job Troubleshooting

Lists common startup and print job issues and their solutions.

Table 12-2. Sheet Jam Troubleshooting

Lists common sheet jam issues and their solutions.

Table 12-3. Image Quality Troubleshooting

Lists common image quality issues and their solutions.

Table 12-4. Media Cassette and Ribbon Troubleshooting

Lists common issues related to media cassettes and ribbons.

Clearing a Sheet Jam

Provides general instructions for clearing a sheet jam.

Clearing a Jam from a Cassette

Guides on clearing jams originating from a cassette.

Clearing a Jam from the Printing Area

Guides on clearing jams occurring in the printing area.

Contacting Technical Support

Provides contact information and advice for technical support.

Appendix A: Menu Hierarchy

Default User Settings menu

Details how to set default user preferences for media types.

Default Media menu

Explains how to set default media for grayscale or color images.

Custom Job Settings menu

Describes the menu structure for creating and managing custom job settings.

Network Settings menu

Outlines the menu structure for configuring network settings.

Appendix D: Print Job Parameters

Print Job Parameters

Introduces tables summarizing print job parameters adjustable via menus and files.

Table D-1. Job Parameters

Summarizes job-level parameters like Media Size, Type, Priority, and Receive Tray.

Table D-3. Image Parameters

Summarizes image-level parameters like Antialias, Contrast, Gamma, MCM, Nudge, Polarity, Rotate, Saturation, Scaling.

MCM

Medical Color Matching to align printed colors with monitor display.

Codonics Horizon Specifications

General IconGeneral
Media Size8x10 in, 10x12 in, 11x14 in, 14x17 in
ConnectivityEthernet
Grayscale Resolution14 bits
Film SupplyDual roll system
DICOM ConformanceDICOM

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