GE Definium AMX 700 - Chapter 5: Taking Exposures; Taking Exposures

Chapter 5: Taking Exposures
Definium AMX 700 X-Ray System 5161515-1EN Rev. 6 (10 February 2008) 5-1
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Chapter 5: Taking Exposures
This chapter describes the procedures for working with the Definium AMX 700 unit hardware when
acquiring images. Refer to Appendix A: GE Portable DR Detector Operating Instructions
-Chapter A4:
Image Acquisition for more information about the system software used to acquire, view, and manage
images.
Topics covered include:
• Taking Exposures
(p. 5-1)
• Technique Adjustment
(p. 5-2)
Taking Exposures
Check the battery status and message displays for battery condition. In general, make sure that the unit
battery is at more than half capacity before starting a shift.
It is important to note that you do not have to raise your kVp or mAs value to compensate for low battery
capacity.
1. Position the unit and x-ray tube.
2. Position the patient and the detector.
3. Shield and collimate as appropriate.
4. Select the procedure from the Worklist. Refer to Appendix A: GE Portable DR Detector Operating
Instructions-Chapter A3: Worklist for more information.
5. Select the anatomy and exam to perform. Refer to Appendix A: GE Portable DR Detector Operating
Instructions-Chapter A4: Image Acquisition for more information.
 The default technique selection will appear on the Acquisition screen and unit display panel.
6. Select the Patient Size.
7. Adjust the technique as appropriate.
 The values displayed on the Acquisition screen and display panel will synchronize.
8. PREP with the hand switch or TechSwitch. Accelerating the rotor to proper speed takes about 3
seconds.
 READY FOR X-RAY will appear on the message display.
NOTE: You may, if you wish, press the button all the way down to take an exposure. The 3 second prep
cycle is automatic. (If PREP/EXPOSE positions are pressed simultaneously, READY FOR X-RAY will
not display.)
FOR TRAINING PURPOSES ONLY!
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