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8. Select X-ray intensity.
X-ray intensity (Hard, Normal, Soft) is according to the
operator's decision.
NOTE
Soft ≤ Normal ≤ Hard
9. A default value for the tube voltage (kVp) and current (mA) will be displayed
based on the gender and X-ray intensity. If necessary, you can perform manual
adjustments by clicking the arrows to the right of each number.
Please wait for a moment, while the rotating unit moves to
its initial scanning position.
NOTE
When you click Confirm button:
SCOUT capture is featured in FOV size 80 X 50 and 50 X 50.
In case of abnormal patient's arch, the chin support height
adjustment through the SCOUT feature enables the user to
acquire better image. When the SCOUT image needs to be
acquired, position the patient first, followed by clicking the
NOTE
SCOUT button.
For details about imaging in the SCOUT mode, refer to the
'section 5.3 Acquiring a SCOUT image'.
■ The Rotating unit will move to its initial scanning position.
■ The chin support will adjust itself according to the mode selected.
■ Three laser beams (CT horizontal, Mid-sagittal and CT vertical) will
activate to facilitate patient alignment. These beams will disappear after 20
minutes or if the Ready button is clicked.
10. Click Confirm to accept these
parameters.
■ The Confirm button turns to the
SCOUT and then the Ready button
is enabled and flashes. This means
that the equipment is ready for X-Ray
exposure.
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