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Siemens SOMATOM Emotion syngo CT 2007E - User Manual

Siemens SOMATOM Emotion syngo CT 2007E
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Version syngo CT 2007E
Siemens AG
Wittelsbacherplatz 2
D-80333 Muenchen
Germany
Headquarters
Siemens AG, Medical Solutions
Henkestr. 127, D-91052 Erlangen
Germany
Telephone: +49 9131 84-0
www.siemens.com/medical
Contact Address
Siemens AG, Medical Solutions
Computed Tomography
Siemensstr. 1, D-91301 Forchheim
Germany
Telephone: +49 9191 18-0
© 2002-2008, Siemens AG
Order No. C2-025.620.30.01.02
Printed in Germany
02/2008
syngo CT 2007E
SOMATOM Emotion
Operator Manual
CT2002-2007C2-025620030202

Table of Contents

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Siemens SOMATOM Emotion syngo CT 2007E Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeCT Scanner
ModelSOMATOM Emotion syngo CT 2007E
ManufacturerSiemens
Year of Release2007
Detector TypeSolid-state detector
Number of Slices16
Slice Count16
Scan Time per Rotation0.6 - 1.5 s
Gantry Aperture70 cm
Table Weight Limit200 kg
DisplayHigh-resolution monitor
Softwaresyngo CT 2007E
Slice Thickness0.6 - 10 mm
Rotation Time0.6 s
Contrast Resolution0.3%

Summary

Safety

General Safety Information

Discusses fundamental safety rules, proper use, and regulations.

Information about Personal Safety

Covers personal safety, patient safety, and radiation protection measures.

Mechanical Safety

Details operating conditions, safety equipment, and system modifications.

Software Related Safety Information

Addresses patient registration, unique identification, and scan parameters.

System Description

System Overview

Provides an overview of system components and optional equipment.

Scan Unit (Gantry)

Describes the gantry's displays, operating elements, and design.

Patient Table

Details patient table characteristics, operating elements, and definitions.

Console Related Safety Advice

Covers safety advice for monitor, UPS, ECG unit, and connections.

Console

Explains console functions, components, software, and input units.

Storage Media and Drives

Describes the use of CDs, DVDs, diskettes, and USB devices.

Accessories

Lists and describes available system accessories like monitors and special equipment.

System Handling

Operation of the Gantry

Details how to tilt the gantry forward and backward.

Operation of the Patient Table

Explains table movements, STOP pushbuttons, and manual retraction.

Use of Storage Media

Covers general instructions for using DVD drives, diskettes, and USB devices.

Use of Accessories

Describes how to use table joystick, scanning footswitch, and monitor supports.

Operation

Switching the System On and Off

Guides on starting, shutting down, and handling exceptional situations.

Function Tests

Details performing daily function tests for system readiness and safety.

Positioning the Patient

Provides information on patient positioning, standard and optional accessories.

Accessories for Patient Positioning

Overviews available positioning aids like head holders, cushions, and straps.

Maintenance

Maintenance and Service

Emphasizes regular maintenance for safety and system integrity.

Cleaning Agents and Disinfectants

Lists suitable and unsuitable agents for cleaning and disinfecting.

Cleaning and Disinfecting

Provides instructions on cleaning system parts and the mouse.

Quality Assurance

General Information

Explains the importance of regular quality measurements and phantoms.

Daily Quality Measurements

Details daily checks on water phantom for CT value, pixel noise, and tube voltage.

Constancy Test

Covers monthly tests for constancy, including lightmarker, slice thickness, and homogeneity.

CTDI Test

Explains the CT Dose Index measurement performed every six months.

Low Contrast Test (Optional)

Describes using the low contrast phantom section for tests.

Camera Test

Details checking image quality and camera settings through test images.

Constancy Test of the Monitor

Ensures monitor image quality and measured values are within defined ranges.

Technical Specifications

Standards and Statutory Regulations

Release Information

Safety Instructions

Forms

DIP Report

Location of labels

Glossary

Algorithm

General computation procedure for image reconstruction.

CT value

Number quantifying beam attenuation capability of an object.

Dose Length Product (DLP)

Calculates dose from CTDIvol and slice width.

Homogeneity

Measures accuracy of CT values for a homogeneous object.

MTF

Measures spatial resolution via object contrast to image contrast ratio.

Motion artifact

Artifact caused by patient movement during scanning.

Phantom

Object used for functional and quality assurance tests.

ROI

Region of interest for quantitative evaluations in CT images.

Scan time

Period during which radiation is released during a CT scan.

UPS

Uninterrupted Power Supply ensures operation during short power failures.

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