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General| Type | CT Scanner |
|---|---|
| Number of Slices | 16 |
| Slice Thickness | 0.6 - 10 mm |
| X-ray Tube Voltage | 80 - 140 kV |
| Patient Aperture | 70 cm |
| Scan Modes | Sequential |
| Scan Field of View | 500 mm |
| Display Field of View | Up to 50 cm |
| Power Requirements | 400 V, 3-phase |
Explains icons, formatting styles (bold, italic), and cautionary symbols used in the manual.
Describes the physical components of the SOMATOM Scope CT system and its operating environment.
Details the intended use, indications for CT scans, and authorized user qualifications.
Covers patient population, pediatric imaging, contraindications, and basic safety rules.
Provides detailed safety instructions, including system movements, radiation, and emergency procedures.
Details procedures for system shutdown and restart following emergency stops or power failures.
Describes manual retraction of the patient table top in emergency or power failure scenarios.
Provides step-by-step instructions for powering on the CT system components.
Explains the importance and execution of the automatic checkup for system calibration and image quality.
Explains how to input patient information via the Patient Registration dialog box before scanning.
Describes how to choose a scan protocol from the Patient Model Dialog for the examination.
Details how to position the patient on the table for optimal image quality and safety.
Guides through acquiring a topogram and planning the examination range for diagnosis.
Covers acquiring tomograms, selecting API, and performing axial and 3D image reconstructions.
Details the steps to close the current patient session and save examination data.
Explains how to load and navigate through image series using the Patient Browser and Viewing task card.
Covers windowing, zooming, and panning techniques for image evaluation and enhancement.
Describes how to evaluate gray values, measure distances, and measure angles on images.
Details the process of selecting and saving images as a new series for later use.
Explains how to load image series into the 3D task card for multiplanar reconstruction.
Covers optimizing anatomical view orientation and finding the slice of interest in 3D processing.
Guides on generating oblique views and series of parallel images for advanced 3D visualization.
Explains how to select and transfer images to a camera for creating hard copies.
Covers storing data on DVD and transferring it via USB devices.
Describes sending data over a network and safely deleting data from the system.
Provides a step-by-step guide for safely shutting down the CT system in multiple stages.
Defines key terms and acronyms used throughout the SOMATOM Scope Quick Guide.
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