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Chapter 3: Hardware Overview
Definium AMX 700 X-Ray System 5161515-1EN Rev. 6 (10 February 2008) 3-8
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Figure 3-4 TechSwitch
This section provides instructions for basic operation and maintenance of the TechSwitch. Refer to TS-
TIM (4D) for complete installation instructions, service information, and specifications. This document is
provided with the TechSwitch when purchased.
The TechSwitch has an operating range of 10.9 m (36+ feet) and operating radius of 180° relative to the
infrared sensor on the back of the unit. TechSwitch will not operate through doors or walls. You must be
in line of sight to the machine. TechSwitch will operate through windows and lead glass, but you must
observe all guidelines for radiation protection and safety.
1. Set up the X-ray unit as required, observing all necessary guidelines for radiation protection and
safety.
2. Take the TechSwitch transmitter out of its cradle.
3. Step back from the machine up to 10.9 m (36+ feet), and aim the transmitter at the infrared remote
sensor.
4. To turn on the collimator lamp, press the Field Light button on the transmitter (optional function).
5. To PREP, press and release the Prep/Expose button on the transmitter. When the green 'Ready'
indicator light on the X-ray machine control panel illuminates, you may make an exposure.
6. To make an exposure, press the Prep/Expose button on the transmitter a second time, and hold it
down until the X-ray machine completes the exposure.
 When the exposure is completed, an audible tone from the machine will sound, and the amber
'Exposure' indicator light on the control panel will illuminate.
 After the exposure is completed, both the X-ray unit and TechSwitch system will automatically
return to standby.
7. Re-cradle the transmitter.
NOTE: The transmitter must be put back in the cradle within three (3) minutes after use. If not replaced,
the Remote Finder feature will activate, causing the transmitter to continuously sound a series of
beeps.
1. Transmitter
2. Cradle
3. Collimator Lamp Light button
4. Prep/Expose button
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY!
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