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Printlink III - ID/IV

OPERATION MANUAL

No. 26-2, Nishishinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 163-0512, Japan

PRINT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

CODE NO.

ID : 0770

IV : 0771


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Thank you for purchasing Printlink III-ID/IV.

Before using Printlink III-ID/IV, please read this Operation Manual and obtain

sufficient knowledge of the machine. Precautions such as those on operating methods

are indicated in order to secure safety.

Please keep this manual where it can be referred at any time in the future.

Important notes

(1) This manual must not be reproduced either wholly or in part without permission from Konica

Minolta.

(2) The contents of this manual may be subject to change without prior notice.

(3) If you discover any discrepancies, errors, or omission, please contact Konica Minolta.

(4) Notwithstanding item (3), Konica Minolta will not be responsible for claims made for any losses or

lost profit arising as a result of the operation of this product.

Precautions to observe

This product (including software) is classified as strategic material under COCOM regulations.

This product should not be exported without following the appropriate procedures required by

the government authorities.


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CONTENTS

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CONTENTSChapter 1 Safety Warnings & Precautions

Safety Alert Symbols 1-1

Symbol Marks 1-1Signal Words (Warning Notice) 1-2Precaution for Using Printlink III-ID/IV 1-3General Precautions 1-4Precautions on the Power Source and Power Cable 1-5Precautions for Installing, Moving, Storing, and Connecting 1-6Precautions for Maintenance 1-7Precaution While Using Printlink III-ID/IV 1-8Precautions for Disposal 1-8

Chapter 2 Product Description2.1 Printlink III-ID/IV 2-12.2 Functions 2-1

2.3 Features of the System 2-12.4 Operation Diagram 2-22.5 Name of Each Component 2-32.6 Controller Screen Transition 2-8

Chapter 3 Operating Method3.1 Startup Method 3-13.2 Exiting Method 3-2

3.2.1 Prior check 3-23.2.2 Closing Printlink III-ID/IV 3-3

3.3 Operating the Laser Imager 3-43.3.1 Turning the power ON 3-43.3.2 Loading supply film 3-43.3.3 How to Control Density 3-4

3.4 Store and Print 3-53.4.1 Storing operation 3-53.4.2 Print operation 3-11

3.5 Erasing Stored Images 3-153.5.1 Erasing a frame located in front of the cursor 3-153.5.2 Erasing an arbitrary frame 3-173.5.3 Erasing all frames in a page 3-19

3.6 Entering and Editing Patient ID / Patient Name 3-203.7 Changing the Print Conditions 3-23

3.7.1 Selecting the print condition to set up 3-233.7.2 Setting the LUT 3-263.7.3 Setting the density 3-263.7.4 Setting the contrast 3-273.7.5 Setting the image interpolation and smoothing methods 3-283.7.6 Setting the image polarity 3-28

3.7.7 Setting the image border 3-293.7.8 Setting the border frame 3-293.7.9 Setting the print direction 3-293.7.10 Saving the Settings 3-29

3.8 Selecting print conditions 3-303.9 Changing Image Formats 3-31

3.9.1 Image formats 3-313.9.2 Changing an image format 3-333.9.3 Precaution for changing a format being stored 3-35

3.10 Changing the Output Destination (Route) 3-36


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3.11 Resuming Output of Printed Image Data 3-383.11.1 Invoking printed image data 3-383.11.2 Re-printing printed image data 3-413.11.3 Canceling a reprint operation 3-413.11.4 Editing Printed Image Data 3-423.11.5 Protecting a printed log 3-443.11.6 Erasing a protected page 3-47

3.12 Setting Printlink III-ID/IV Operation 3-533.12.1 Displaying the SET OPERATION screen 3-533.12.2 Setting the store direction 3-543.12.3 Setting items for outputting a test pattern 3-543.12.4 Setting the patient data overlay display 3-553.12.5 Setting the items for auto print 3-553.12.6 Setting the items for sending data to the output destination 3-553.12.7 Setting the OCR 3-563.12.8 Saving the settings 3-56

3.13 Study Function 3-573.13.1 When the OCR function is not used 3-573.13.2 When using the OCR function 3-59

3.14 Specifying the Film Size and Film Type 3-613.15 Specifying the Destination for Ejecting Films 3-643.16 Stamp Function 3-67

3.17 Priority Print 3-703.18 Error reset 3-733.19 Specifying the Method for Printing an Image Copy 3-75

3.19.1 Setting the copy count 3-753.19.2 Copy stop 3-76

3.20 Clearing a queue 3-783.20.1 Clearing a queue to the sending destination 3-783.20.2 Clearing all queues 3-80

3.21 Sum of Output Film Display 3-82

Chapter 4 Descriptions of Each Screen4.1 MAIN Screen 4-14.2 CHANGE STORE POSITION Screen 4-44.3 PATIENT ID/NAME EDIT Screen 4-5

4.3.1 UPPERCASE ALPHABET INPUT Screen 4-54.3.2 LOWERCASE ALPHABET INPUT Screen 4-7

4.4 STATUS Screen 4-94.5 STORAGE SELECT Screen 4-104.6 FUNCTION Screen 4-114.7 FORMAT Screen 4-12

4.7.1 CUSTOM FORMAT Screen 4-14

4.8 PARAMETER SET Screen 4-154.9 SET CONDITIONS Screen 4-174.10 SET LUT Screen 4-184.11 SET DENSITY Screen 4-194.12 SET CONTRAST Screen 4-204.13 SET IMAGE INTERPOLATION & SMOOTHING METHOD Screen 4-21

4.14 FILM SET Screen 4-224.15 SET SORTER Screen 4-234.16 SET STAMP Screen 4-244.17 SET PRIORITY Screen 4-264.18 OUTPUT LOG Screen 4-27

4.18.1 OUTPUT LOG Screen - Menu Display 4-28

4.19 SAVE IMAGES SELECT Screen 4-304.19.1 SAVE IMAGES SELECT Screen - Menu Display 4-31

4.20 FILM DATA Screen 4-334.20.1 FILM DATA screen (daily indication) 4-334.20.2 FILM DATA screen (monthly indication) 4-344.20.3 FILM DATA screen (total indication) 4-35


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4.21 SETUP Screen 4-364.22 LOG ON Screen 4-384.23 ROUTE SELECT Screen 4-394.24 CONDITION NO. SELECT Screen 4-404.25 COPY COUNT Screen 4-41

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting5.1 Troubleshooting 5-15.2 Error Code 5-3

Chapter 6 Maintenance & Inspection6.1 Checking the Fan Operation 6-16.2 Cleaning the Controller 6-16.3 Cleaning the Main Body 6-26.4 Schedule for Maintenance & Inspection 6-3

Specifications

Index


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Chapter 1 Safety Warnings & Precautions

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Chapter 1 Safety Warnings & PrecautionsThis section describes the warnings and precautions to secure safeoperation for using Printlink III-ID/IV.

Safety Alert Symbols

The safety alert symbols are used to call your attention to matters or operations that are liable of endangering youor other people upon using the machine.Please be sure to read and follow these messages carefully. Furthermore, read and acknowledge the described items and safety standards prior to installing or using the

machine.

Symbol Marks

The meanings of the symbol marks used in this manual are listed below.

No. Symbol Mark

1Indicates danger, warning, or caution.Be sure to read the message applied with this mark.

2Indicates a risk of electric shock.Be sure to read the message applied with this mark.

3 Indicates AC voltage (power source).

4 Means to connect a ground wire.

5 Indicates power standby. This is used for turning the power ON/OFF.

If the contents of this page become illegible, please purchase a new manual (with a fee).


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Signal Words (Warning Notice)

Signal words provide an indication of the level of danger concealed within the product.

This manual uses three different signal words depending on the probability and severity of injury or damage as

explained below.

DANGER : Indicates acute hazards that will result in death or serious injuries if not avoided.WARNING : Indicates dangers that may result in death or serious injuries if not avoided.CAUTION : Indicates dangers that may result in medium-level wounds or minor injuries if not

avoided. It is also used to indicate anticipation of damages to property, or of losing,changing, or suspending entered data.

Probability of damage

High probability Low probability

Death or serious injury(serious damage)

DANGER WARNINGBodily injury

(or damage to property) Medium-level wound orminor injury

(minor damage)WARNING or CAUTION CAUTION

Damage to property only CAUTION



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Precaution for Using Printlink III-ID/IV

When using Printlink III-ID/IV, please observe all the instructions in the following sections and operate the

machine properly. Read this Operatoin Manual thoroughly and ensure that you have a sufficient knowledge onPrintlink III-ID/IV.

Precautions for replacing the embedded batteryAlways contact the Konica Minolta Service Representation when the lithium battery embedded in PrintlinkIII-ID/IV must be replaced.

CAUTION- Please operate Printlink III-ID/IV according to the instructions and procedures indicated in this manual

and the manuals of other devices that are being used in connection.- Be sure to observe the precautions indicated in this manual and other related manuals. Neglecting the

precautions may lead to bodily injuries or damages to equipment.- Do not perform operations other than those that are indicated in this manual or other related manuals.

Please contact our service personnel when a problem is noticed in this machine.

WARNING- The precautions indicated on the machine or in all related manuals have been carefully examined;

however, unpredictable events can still occur. Besides following the instructions, please always practice

caution when operating the device.- Konica Minolta Medical & Graphic makes no warranty of any loss of important data such as patient data

from the use of Printlink III-ID/IV. Please read this manual thoroughly and make sure that data is

handled with the utmost caution.

CAUTIONPrintlink III-ID/IV is compliant with the following radio-wave interference standards:- Class B in Voluntary Control Council for Information Technology Equipment (VCCI)- Part 15, Class B in Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

Using this device may cause radio-wave interference. In such a case, the user may be asked to takeappropriate measures.



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General Precautions

WARNING- Do not use the device if abnormal sound, smell, or smoke is generated.

If, in case, abnormal sound, smell, or smoke is generated, turn the power OFF immediately and

disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Then, contact our service personnel. Using the devicecontinuously in the problematic status may result in a fire.

- Do not insert any wire or metal.

Do not insert foreign objects such as wire or metal in the air vent or floppy disk drive. It may lead to anelectric shock.

CAUTION- Do not let any foreign object or water get into Printlink III-ID/IV.

Make sure that no liquids such as water or foreign objects such as pins or clips get inside Printlink

III-ID/IV. Such an event may lead to a fire or electric shock. If, in case, something gets into the device,turn the power OFF immediately, disconnect the power plug from the outlet. Never attempt to

disassemble the machine. Contact our service personnel immediately.

CAUTION- Use the machine in a bright room.

- Before shutting down the machine or removing a disk, make sure that the hard disk access lamp is OFF.- When turning the power OFF and then ON, wait ten seconds or longer before turning it ON.

- Confirm the status before turning the power OFF.

Turning the power OFF while a program is still running may damage the system program or user dataand result in faulty system operations. Make sure that all application programs are shut down before

turning the power OFF.- Clean the machine on a regular basis.

Cleaning the device on a regular basis will prevent various problems from occurring.



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Precautions on the Power Source and Power Cable

WARNING- Do not handle the power plug with wet hands.

Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands. It may lead to an electric shock.

- Do not connect a ground wire to a gas pipe.Never connect a ground wire to a gas pipe. It may lead to a gas explosion.

- Observe the following instructions in order to prevent a fire or electric shock:

Make sure that no liquids such as water are poured on the device. Furthermore, do not let any foreignobject such as clips or pins get into the device. It may lead to a fire or electric shock.

- Be sure to use the specified power cable.

- Use the power outlet with your local regulations for the power supply.

- Do not let dust or rubbish accumulate anywhere on the power plug.- If the power plug or power cable becomes hot, or if the power plug cannot be plugged in firmly, avoid

using the machine and contact our service personnel.

CAUTION- Do not use a power outlet other than one that is rated.Plug the power cable directly into the specified power outlet. Using a power source other than the one

that is rated may lead to a fire or current leakage. Furthermore, do not install the device where anextension cord must be used.

- Do not connect multiple cables in the same power outlet.If current that flows into the power outlet exceeds the rated amount, the outlet may overheat and result

in a fire.

- Do not use a power cable other than the one specified.Do not use any power cable other than the one that came with this device. If current that goes into the

power cable exceeds the rated amount, it may lead to a fire. Furthermore, observe the following

instructions in order to prevent a fire or electric shock that may be caused by a damaged power cable.

- Do not pull the cable portion.- Do not twist the power cable.

- Do not bundle the power cable.- Do not secure the power cable with a stapler or other objects.

- Do not let the power cable get caught between objects.

- Do not place anything on the power cable.- Do not modify or repair the power cable.

- Do not use a damaged power cable.If the power cable gets damaged, replace it with a new cable of the same specification immediately.

Contact our service personnel for details on replacing a power cable.

- Do not bring the power cable near a heat-emitting device.- If you do not plan to use the machine for an extended period of time, be sure to unplug the power cable

from the outlet.



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Precautions for Installing, Moving, Storing, and Connecting

WARNING- Put away the packing materials.

Store the packaging materials that were on the control panel of Printlink III-ID/IV in a place that cannot

be accessed by patients.The plastic bag is especially dangerous as an infant may cover it over the head and suffocate.

CAUTION- Do not install the device in a place other than the specified area.

Do not install Printlink III-ID/IV in the following places or in places other than those specified in thismanual.

Otherwise, it may lead to a fire.- In a dusty area.

- In an area exposed to direct sunlight.- In a humid area such as near a water heater.

- On an unstable platform.- In a poor ventilated area.

- In an area exposed to oil, smoke, or steam.

- In an area that becomes both extremely light and dark.- In an area that can become extremely hot such as near a heating device.

In addition, please do not set the machine directly on the floor.- Do not connect or disconnect the interface cable with the power cable connected.

Connect or disconnect the interface cable after unplugging the power cable from the power outlet. If you

touch a cable or connector with the power cable connected, a fire may occur from a short circuit evenwhen the power switch is turned OFF.

- Do not use an interface cable other than the one specified.

Use an interface cable that is specified by Konica Minolta and check the connecting device and

connectors before actually connecting. If the cable is not the one specified or if connected to a wrongdevice, a fire may occur from a short circuit. Furthermore, observe the following instructions for

handling and connecting an interface cable.- Do not use a damaged cable connector.

- Do not place anything on the cable.

- Do not use a damaged cable.- Do not step on the cable.

- Do not use the machine with a loose cable connection.- Do not use the machine set faced up, horizontally, or upside-down.

Heat will build up which may overheat the machine and result in a fire.

Set the machine properly on a horizontal platform in which the tilt level is 5 degrees or less in order tomaintain the features of the machine.

- Do not clog up the ventilation slots.

A ventilation slot is provided on the front and back of the machine to release internal heat. Set themachine so that there is a space of at least 10cm between the slot and a wall or other equipment.



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CAUTION- Do not move the machine with the power cable or any other cable connected.

The control panel of Printlink III-ID/IV may drop off or the machine itself may fall if the power cable or

other cables gets caught while moving and may lead to injuries.- Do not move Printlink III-ID/IV even after turning the power switch OFF until it stops completely.

Before moving Printlink III-ID/IV or performing similar work that may shake the device to some degree,wait at least 30 seconds after turning the power OFF.

Precautions for Maintenance

WARNING- Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the machine.

Never disassemble, repair, or modify the machine. Not only will operations become faulty, but it mayalso lead to a fire or electric shock. If the machine has to be repaired, contact our service personnel.

- Do not remove the lithium battery.A lithium battery is set inside Printlink III-ID/IV.Do not remove the lithium battery. A lithium battery is

liable to explode if it is brought near a flame or soaked in water. In addition, when the lithium battery

wears out and the device does not operate properly, do not attempt to replace or recharge the battery byyourself. Be sure to call our service personnel.

- Do not perform maintenance with the power plug connected.Turn OFF the power and disconnect the power plug from the outlet before cleaning or maintaining

Printlink III-ID/IV. If you touch the components inside the device with the power cable connected, it

may lead to an electric shock even when the power is turned OFF. Furthermore, disconnect the power

plug once in a while and wipe away any dust or rubbish with a dry cloth. The accumulation of dust orrubbish on the power plug or outlet may result in a fire.

CAUTION- Be careful of heated components.

The built-in hard disk and the other components in Printlink III-ID/IV are extremely hot just after poweris turned OFF.

- Make secure connections.Connect the power cable, interface cable, and boards securely. Faulty contact may occur if they are not

connected securely and may lead to generating smoke or a fire.- Do not scratch or hit the device with a hard object.

This will only damage and break the device.

- Be sure to clean the internal sections of the machine.

Please contact our service personnel and have the internal sections of Printlink III-ID/IV cleaned once ayear. Dust accumulating inside the machine may result in overheating or a fire.



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Precaution While Using Printlink III-ID/IV

WARNING- Stop using the machine if you hear thunder.

If you think thunder and lightning is going to occur, turn OFF the machine and unplug the power cable.

If you hear thunder before unplugging the power cable, do not touch the machine or any of the cables.Otherwise, it may lead to a fire or electric shock.

CAUTION- Do not put a cup or container contained with any kind of liquid on the device.

Operating the machine contained with water, fluid substance, or metal is extremely dangerous. Makesure that no foreign object gets in the machine.

- Do not use the machine in a room where chemical agents are used or stored.- Do not allow the use of a cellular phone or pager near the device.

Make sure that the power of cellular phones and pagers are turned OFF in the area where PrintlinkIII-ID/IV is installed. Otherwise, faulty operations may occur from the radio wave.

- View the monitor from at least 80cm away.- Do not work with the machine for an extended period of time.

Take a 10 to 15-minute break every hour to rest your eyes if you must work for an extended period of

time. Viewing the monitor continuously is harmful to your eyes.- Check if there is any problem with nearby televisions or radios when operation the machine.

Sound problems may occur in televisions and radios that are in close distance to this device. In this case,set the televisions and radios as far away from this device as possible.

- Please be extremely careful that the device is not infected by computer virus during network connection

or any other connection.

Precautions for DisposalDispose of Printlink III-ID/IV according to the following instructions.

CAUTION- Be sure to remove the lithium battery from the main unit before disposing of Printlink III-ID/IV.

- Be sure to dispose of Printlink III-ID/IV and its accessories listed below according to local laws andregulations.

- Main Printlink III-ID/IV unit

- Controller- Attached cables

- Printlink III-ID/IV packaging materials

- Embedded lithium battery


Be certain to comply with any and all laws and government regulations including electric codes and utility

regulations, regarding the installation and operation of this equipment.


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Chapter 2 Product Description

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Chapter 2 Product DescriptionThis section describes the outline of Printlink III-ID/IV.

2.1 Printlink III-ID/IVThe Printlink III system uses Printlink III-ID/IV which is connected to the

diagnostic device and sends image data directly to an imager, server, or viewer viathe network.

Figure 2.1 Printlink III-ID/IV

2.2 FunctionsThe following are the main functions of Printlink III-ID/IV.

Printlink III-IV Captures video images from the diagnostic device and sends theimages through the network.Number of input/output: 1 video input channel, max. 8

network output channels

Printlink III-ID Captures digital images from the diagnostic device and sendsthe images through the network.Number of input/output: 1 digital input channel, max. 8

network output channels

2.3 Features of the SystemThe following are the features of Printlink III-ID/IV.

Patient data overlay functionPatient data such as patient ID or patient name can be overlaid and displayed on a

film. In addition, the efficiency of the film assorting task can be improvedsubstantially by printing patient data on a study image in an enlarged size.* An overlay license is required for using the scale printing function.


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2.4 Operation DiagramThe following is a flow chart of how the Printlink III system operates.

Figure 2.2 Printlink III System Operations

The Printlink III system accumulates images with Printlink III-ID/IV, IN/SV, and Printlink II-DV/HG that are

connected to each diagnostic device, and sends the images directly to an imager, server, or viewer via the network.

Images are sent to an imager that does not have a network I/F using a digital I/F via Printlink II-OD.

Printlink III-ID/IV, IN/SV, and Printlink II-DV/HG on the input side are capable of outputting images to a

maximum of 8 imagers, servers, viewers, and/or Printlink II-OD units, and the output destination can be changedusing the attached controller.

Printlink II-OD on the output side is capable of connecting Printlink II or Printlink III input with a maximum of

16 channels.

Diagnostic device 1

(Video image)

Printlink-III

controller

Network

Imager 1

(DICOM output)

Imager 2

(Digital output)

Imagercontroller

Printlink II

network controller

Server,viewer, etc.

Printlink-III

-IV

Printlink II

-OD

Diagnostic device 2

(Digital image)

Printlink-III

controllerPrintlink III

-ID

Diagnostic device 3

(Digital video image)

Printlink II

controllerPrintlink II

-DV

Diagnostic device 4

(Video HG image)

Printlink II

controller Printlink II

-HG

Imager 3

Diagnostic device 5

Diagnostic device 16

Printlink II

-IN

Imager 8

Connection by thehost controller kit(optional)

Device connectionImage data flow

Printlink IInetwork controller


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2.5 Name of Each ComponentThis section describes the names and functions of the Printlink III-ID/IV

components.

Figure 2.3 System Configuration

- Printlink III-ID/IV Main BodyThe Printlink III-ID/IV main body manages images and controls the image

distribution process.A processed image that has been received via digital input or video input is stored in

the hard disk in the main unit.

- ControllerFor performing various operations such as entering patient names and patient IDs.

- DVI cable (White, "A" mark on the connector)

This cable connects the main unit and controller and is used for sending videosignals displayed on the controller.

Figure 2.4 Connector of DVI cable

- Serial communication cable (Black, "B" mark on the connector)

This cable connects the main unit and controller and is used for sending data onoperation signals.

Figure 2.5 Connector of Serial communication cable

ControllerPrintlink III - ID/IV Main Body

DVI cable

Serialcommunicationcable

"A" mark on the

connector

"B" mark on the

connector


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Front side of the main body

Figure 2.6Front Side of the Main Body

- Power lampIlluminates when Printlink III-ID/IV is operating.

- Power switchThis is for turning Printlink III-ID/IV ON or OFF.

- Reset switch

This is for restarting Printlink III-ID/IV.

- Hard disk access lampIlluminates when Printlink III-ID/IV is accessing to the built-in hard disk.Do not turn off the power when this lamp is ON.

WarningInternal data may be damaged if the power switch is turned OFF while thesystem is running.

HD access lamp

Power switch

Reset switch

Power lamp


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Rear side of the main body

Figure 2.7 Rear Side of the Main Body

- PCI card slotIn the center slot, a digital input board is set for Printlink III-ID and a video input

board is set for Printlink III-IV.A host controller board is set in the left slot. (Upon using an option.)

- DVI terminalThis is for connecting an image to a controller. Connect the DVI cable (The white

cable with "A" mark on the connector).

- Ethernet portThis is for connecting to a network.

- USB portThis is for connecting a USB keyboard or mouse.

- Serial portThis is for performing data transaction with the controller. Connect the serial

communication cable (The black cable with "B" mark on the connector).

- Keyboard terminalThis is for connecting a PS2 keyboard.(This is normally not used.)

- Mouse terminalThis is for connecting a PS2 mouse.(This is normally not used.)Connect the DVI connector side of the video branch cable.

- Ground terminalThis is for connecting the ground wire.

Serial port

Power connector

USB board

Keyboard terminal

Ethernet board

DVI terminal

Air vent

Mouse terminal

PCI card slot

Air vent

Ground terminal

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- Air ventThis is for releasing the heat from the cooling fan outside the machine.

WarningThe internal heat cannot be released if the air vent is clogged which may

result in faulty operations with the system. Furthermore, do not clog the airvent as a fire may occur from the internal heat.

- Power connectorThis is for connecting the power cable.

Front side of the controller

Figure 2.8 Front Side of the Controller

- Touch panelThis is for performing various operations with Printlink III-ID/IV.

- [Erase] buttonThis is for erasing a stored frame that is selected.

- [Print] buttonThis is for printing a stored film.

- [Store] button

This is for storing a received image data in the selected frame.

[Store] button[Erase] button

[Print] button

Touch panel


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Connector section on the controller

Figure 2.9Connector section on the controller

- Power switchThis is for turning Printlink III-ID/IV ON or OFF.

- External switch terminalThis is used when storing an image with the external switch. An external switchmust be connected. (This function is optional.)

- Serial portThis is for performing data transaction with Printlink III-ID/IV. Connect the serialcommunication cable (The black cable with "B" mark on the connector).

- DVI terminalThis is for connecting images with Printlink III-ID/IV. Connect the DVI cable (The

white cable with "A" mark on the connector).

- StandThe angle of the controller can be adjusted by setting up this stand.

Serial port DVI terminalPower switch

Stand

External switch terminal


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2.6 Controller Screen Transition

- Main screen

Main Screen (P4-1)

Storage Select Screen (P4-10)Status Screen (P4-9)

Function Screen (P4-11) Route Select Screen (P4-39)

Copy Count Screen (P4-41)

Condition No. Selection Screen (P4-40)

To *1

Change Store Position Screen (P4-4)

When more than one storage are selected as the output destination


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*1

Patient ID/NAME Input ScreenUppercase alphabet Input Screen (P4-5)

Patient ID/NAME Input ScreenLowercase alphabet Input Screen (P4-7)


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- Function Setting Screen

Function Screen (P4-11)

LOG ON Screen (P4-38)

Setup Screen (P4-36)

Format Screen (P4-12)

Custom FormatScreen (P4-14)

Film Data Screen(daily indication) (P4-33)

Film Data Screen(monthly indication) (P4-34)

Film Data Screen(total indication) (P4-35)

To *2

To *5

* This is for the service person.


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- Parameter Setting Screen

Parameter Set Screen (P4-15)

*2

To *3

To *4

Set Conditions Screen (P4-17)

Set Density Screen (P4-19) Set Contrast Screen (P4-20)Set LUT Screen (P4-18)

Image Interpolation and SmoothingMethod Setup Screen (P4-21)

*3


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- Output Log Screen

Output Log Screen (P4-27)LOG ON Screen (P4-38) Save Image Select Screen (P4-30)

*5

Film Set Screen (P4-22) Set Sorter Screen (P4-23)

Set Priority Screen (P4-26)

Set Stamp Screen (P4-24)

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Chapter 3 Operating Method

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Chapter 3 Operating MethodThis chapter describes the method for operating Printlink III-ID/IV.

3.1 Startup MethodThis section describes the method for starting Printlink III-ID/IV.

1. Turn ON the imager subject to output.

2. Turn ON the power by pressing the power switch on the front side ofPrintlink III-ID/IV or the rear side of the controller for one second.A buzzer will go off when the power goes on.

Release the switch when the buzzer goes off.

Figure 3.1 Power Switch

WARNINGThe imager will shut down by force if the power switch is pressed forlonger than four seconds and internal data may be damaged when thehard disk is being accessed.

The MAIN screen will appear after the STARTUP screen is displayed on the

controller, and the Power LED will illuminate in green.Normal operations can be performed from this status.

Power switch

Front side of Printlink III-ID/IV Rear side of the controller

Power lamp


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3.2 Exiting MethodThis section describes the method for closing Printlink III-ID/IV.

3.2.1 Prior check

1. Shut down the modalities that are connected to Printlink III-ID/IV.

2. Wait for the number of remaining queues in the imager to change to zero.Wait for the standby queue to be printed.

Figure 3.2 Main Screen - Remaining No. of Queues in the Imager

CAUTIONIf Printlink III-ID/IV is turned OFF when there are still pages remaining tobe printed (when the number of remaining queues in the imager in theMAIN screen is not zero), the remaining page(s) will be printed whenPrintlink III-ID/IV is turned ON the next time.

After performing the prior check, exit Printlink III-ID/IV in the following method.

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3.2.2 Closing Printlink III-ID/IV

1. Touch the [QUIT] button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.3 Main Screen - [QUIT] Button

The EXIT CONFIRMATION screen will appear by touching the [QUIT] button.

Figure 3.4 Exit Confirmation Dialog

2. Touch the [OK] button.The power lamp on the front side of Printlink III-ID/IV will go off and the power

will be disconnected.Turn OFF the imager and end the task.

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3.3 Operating the Laser ImagerKonica Minolta M&G Printlink III-ID/IV can be connected to the Konica Minolta

M&G Laser Imager DRYPRO Series.The above laser imagers can be operated from Konica Minolta M&G Printlink

III-ID/IV, however, some laser imager operations must be performed from the laser

imager or imager.

This section describes how to operate the imager for daily usage.

3.3.1 Turning the power ONWhen the power of the imager connected to Printlink III-ID/IV is not ON, the

message "IMAGER not ready" will appear when the STATUS screen (see "4.4STATUS Screen") is displayed in the Printlink III-ID/IV controller.

When this message appears, turn ON the imager according to the instruction in the

imager's Operatoin Manual.

ReferenceImages can be stored or printed even while the message "IMAGER not

ready" is displayed.An image stored during this time is memorized in Printlink III-ID/IV andprinted after the imager power is turned ON.

If the status does not change after the imager goes ON, display the STATUS screen

(see "4.4 STATUS Screen") in the Printlink III-ID/IV imager and touch the [ERROR

RESET] button. The message "IMAGER not ready" will disappear and the errorstatus will be released.

3.3.2 Loading supply filmWhen film becomes empty in the currently used imager, the message "Film empty

XXxXX YYY" (XXxXX = film size / YYY = film type) will appear when theSTATUS screen (see "4.4 STATUS Screen") is displayed in the Printlink III-ID/IVcontroller.

When this message appears, refer to the Operatoin Manual for the imager and load

films in the imager.

Reset the error on the imager side when the films are loaded. The error can be resetby displaying the STATUS screen (see "4.4 STATUS Screen") in the Printlink

III-ID/IV controller and touching the [ERROR RESET] button.

When the error is reset, the message "Film empty XXxXX YYY" will disappear andthe error status will be cleared.

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3.4 Store and Print

3.4.1 Storing operationA storing operation means setting image data sent from a modality to a cursorposition in a format. A frame stored with image data will highlight (in green).

(1) Normal storing

1. Press the [Store] button on the controller.

Figure 3.5 Main Screen - Before Storing Image Data

The image data will be stored in the frame position with the cursor.

The cursor will move to the next frame when the image data is stored.

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2. Repeat Step 1.Image data will be stored in the frame where the cursor is moved into.

Figure 3.6 Main Screen - After Storing Image Data

CAUTIONWhen you are not using the auto-print function (see "(2) Auto PrintSetting" in "3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in "4.21 SETUPScreen"), the final frame will be overwritten and stored in the next storeoperation when all frames are stored.

CAUTION

When you are using the OCR function (see "(6) Ocr Use" in "4.21 SETUPScreen"), the OCR processing may fail if you overwrite and store animage of a different patient ID in the same film, so do not perform thisoperation.If you must store an image, erase all the images stored in the page usingthe [ALL ERASE] button and store the image.


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(2) Direct storing

This is a function to store a frame by touching the frame in the controller format

display directly Frames can be stored at random without moving the cursor.

CAUTION

If you want to use the auto-print function (see "(2) Auto Print Setting" in"3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in "4.21 SETUP Screen"), youmust first store an image in the first frame when no frames are stored inthe format or else the function cannot be used.

CAUTIONDirect storing is valid only in a format in which the total number of framesis 20 frames or less. Furthermore, this function cannot be used for amixed format.

1. Touch the frame in the format display that you want to store.

Figure 3.7 Main Screen - Before Storing Image Data


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Image data is stored in the frame that you touched.


After image data is stored, the cursor ignores stored frames and moves to a empty

frame according to the "Store Direction" setting in the SETUP screen (see "(1)

[Store Direction] button" in "4.21 SETUP Screen").

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(3) Storing by specifying the position

CAUTIONIf you want to use the auto-print function (see "(2) Auto Print Setting" in"3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in "4.21 SETUP Screen"), you

must first store an image in the first frame when no frames are stored inthe format or else the function cannot be used.

1. Touch the cursor display button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.9 Main Screen - Cursor Display Button

2. Use the cursor button and move the cursor to the frame you want to storedata.

Figure 3.10 Change Store Position Screen - Cursor Button

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Figure 3.11 Operation Buttons on the Controller

Image data will be stored in the specified frame.

You can continue storing image data in this method. You can also perform printoperation in this status (see "3.4.2 Print operation").

4. Touch the [OK] button to return to the MAIN screen.


After image data is stored, the cursor ignores stored frames and moves to a empty

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3.4.2 Print operationThis is an operation to send stored image data to the connected imager or image

server.

(1) Printing with the Print switch

1. Press the [Print] button on the controller for one second.


Frames stored in the format display of the display are sent to the connectedimager or image server.A frame can be sent even when all frames are not stored.

After the print operation, all frames will be cleared in format display so that the next

film can be received.

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(2) Auto printThis is a function to print image data automatically when data is stored in the last

frame of the format. Specify the items in the following procedure.

1. Touch the [Fnc] button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.14 Main Screen - [Fnc] Button

The FUNCTION screen will appear.

2. Touch the [Setup] button in the FUNCTION screen.

Figure 3.15 Function Screen - [Setup] Button

The SETUP screen will appear.

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3. Touch the [Auto Print] button and set Auto Print ON.

Figure 3.16 Setup Screen - [Auto Print] Button

4. Touch the [OK] button.The MAIN screen will appear.

The auto print function will be set with the above procedure.

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(3) Auto print operation

When an image is stored in the first frame of a format, the auto print function will

actuate and the last frame will be applied with a white border.

Figure 3.17 Format Display Upon Auto Print

When an image is stored in the last frame (with a white border), print operation will

start automatically.

CAUTIONThe auto-print function cannot be used if an image is not stored in the firstframe when no frames are stored in the format.

The auto print operation will stop if all frames stored in a format are erased

with the "erase all" or erase operation (see "3.5 Erasing Stored Images").


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3.5 Erasing Stored ImagesWhile storing image data, data that was stored can be erased.

3.5.1 Erasing a frame located in front of the cursor

1. Press the [Erase] button on the controller.

Figure 3.18 Main Screen - Before Erasing Image Data


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After erasing the image data stored in the frame just before the frame with a cursor,the cursor will move to that frame.

Figure 3.20 Main Screen - After Erasing Image Data

CAUTIONIf the cursor is at a stored frame, image data stored in that frame will beerased.

Furthermore, if a format is stored with no image data as a result of erasingthe data, the auto-print function will become invalid.(See "(2) Auto Print Setting" in "3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in"4.21 SETUP Screen".)

The auto-print function cannot be used if an image is not stored in the first

frame when no frames are stored in the format.

CAUTIONWhen you are using the OCR function (see "(6) Ocr Use" in "4.21 SETUPScreen"), the OCR processing may fail if you overwrite and store animage of a different patient ID in the same film, so do not perform thisoperation.If you must store an image, print all the images stored in the page orerase them (by touching the [ALL ERASE] button) and store the image.


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3.5.2 Erasing an arbitrary frame


Figure 3.21 Main Screen - Cursor Display Button

2. Use the cursor button and move the cursor to the frame you want to erase.

Figure 3.22 Change Store Position Screen - Selecting a Frame to Erase



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4. Press the [Erase] button on the controller.


Image data in the cursor position will be erased.

Figure 3.24 Main Screen - After Erasing Image Data

CAUTIONIf a format is stored with no image data as a result of erasing the data, theauto-print function will become invalid.(See "(2) Auto Print Setting" in "3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in"4.21 SETUP Screen".)

The auto-print function cannot be used if an image is not stored in the firstframe when no frames are stored in the format.

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3.5.3 Erasing all frames in a page

1. Touch the [ALL ERASE] button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.25 Main Screen - [ALL ERASE] Button

All stored image data in the page will be erased.

After the image data is erased, the cursor will move to the first frame.

CAUTIONThe auto-print function will stop when all frames in the page is erased.(See "(2) Auto Print Setting" in "3.4.2 Print operation" or "(4) Auto Print" in"4.21 SETUP Screen".)

The auto-print function cannot be used if an image is not stored in the firstframe when no frames are stored in the format.

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3.6 Entering and Editing Patient ID / Patient NamePatient ID and patient name can be entered in each page.

If you are not using the OCR function (see "(6) [Ocr Use] button" in "4.21 SETUP

Screen"), enter both the patient name and patient ID as they are not entered.

When you are using the OCR function, the OCR results of the patient name andpatient ID on a film will be displayed. If a patient name or patient ID is not

indicated on a film, the default patient name or patient ID specified upon installation

will be displayed, therefore, change it to an accurate patient name or patient ID.

CAUTIONWhen using a card reader (optional item), you cannot edit a patient ID orpatient name because data read from the card reader is protected. If youmust edit the content read from a card reader, edit the content recorded inthe magnetic card and then read the content with the card reader.

The entered patient name and patient ID can be written to a film as stamps whenprinting with an imager. (See "3.16 Stamp Function".) They will be sent as patient

data when output to a storage.

Furthermore, you can enlarge and print a patient ID or patient name on a film by

using the patient data overlay function (optional).

1. Touch ID / Name displayed in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.26 Main Screen - ID/Name Display

The ID/NAME EDIT screen will appear.

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2. Touch the change input button and select "ID".

Figure 3.27 ID/Name Edit Screen

3. Use the character keys to enter or edit the patient ID.The default ID will be overwritten by the entered characters.

When you are using the OCR function, characters that failed in OCR are displayed

as "?". Touch the cursor button, move the cursor to "?", and enter the accurate

character.

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.3 PATIENT ID/NAME EDIT Screen".

4. Touch the change input button and select "Name".

Figure 3.28 ID/Name Edit Screen

Change input button

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5. Use the character keys to enter or edit the patient name.The default ID will be overwritten by the entered characters.

When you are using the OCR function, characters that failed in OCR are displayedas "?". Touch the cursor button, move the cursor to "?", and enter the accurate

character.

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.3 PATIENT ID/NAME EDIT Screen".

6. Touch the [OK] button.When a patient ID or name is entered or edited, a confirmation dialog asking if youwant to save the entered or edited contents will appear.

Figure 3.29 Confirmation Dialog - Saving the Entered or Edited Patient ID/Name

The entered or edited patient ID or name will be saved by touching the [OK] buttonand the MAIN screen will appear.

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3.7 Changing the Print ConditionsPrintlink III-ID/IV can be set with 8 print conditions to an output imager and change

the condition depending on the situation.

You can specify LUT, density, contrast, smoothing method, polarity, border, trim,and flip for each print condition.

Change the print condition before storing a page.

If you change the print condition after starting the page-store operation, the

operation may vary depending on the connected imager. Refer to the method forchanging print conditions described in the Operatoin Manual of the imager.

3.7.1 Selecting the print condition to set up




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2. Touch the [Parameter] button in the FUNCTION screen.

Figure 3.31 Function Screen - [Parameter] Button

The PARAMETER SET screen will appear.

3. Touch the [Condition] button in the PARAMETER SET screen.

Figure 3.32 Parameter Set Screen - [Condition] Button

The SET CONDITIONS screen will appear.

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4. Touch the condition number button you want to specify.

Figure 3.33 Set Conditions Screen

The PARAMETER SET screen will appear.

The currently specified condition number will change to the number indicated on

the [Condition] button that you selected.

Figure 3.34 Print Condition Parameters

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.9 SET CONDITIONS Screen".

Condition No. being edited

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3.7.2 Setting the LUT

The SET LUT screen will appear by touching the [LUT] button.

Figure 3.35 SET LUT Screen

Touch and select a LUT number button from the 7 LUT numbers.

Refer to "4.10 SET LUT Screen" for details on the buttons.

When you touch a LUT number button, the LUT number will be selected and the

PARAMETER SET screen will appear. Then, the value on the [LUT] button will

change to the selected number.

3.7.3 Setting the density

The SET DENSITY screen will appear by touching the [Density] button.

Figure 3.36 SET DENSITY Screen


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Use the [] or [] button and move the light-blue cursor to the density value you

want to specify.Refer to "4.11 SET DENSITY Screen" for details on the buttons.

The density value at the cursor position will be specified by touching the [OK]button and the PARAMETER SET screen will appear. Then, the value on the

[Density] button will change to the specified value.

3.7.4 Setting the contrast

The SET CONTRAST screen will appear by touching the [Contrast] button.

Figure 3.37 SET CONTRAST Screen

Use the [] or [] button and move the light-blue cursor to the contrast value you

want to specify.Refer to "4.12 SET CONTRAST Screen" for details on the buttons.

The contrast value at the cursor position will be specified by touching the [OK]button and the PARAMETER SET screen will appear. Then, the value on the

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3.7.5 Setting the image interpolation and smoothing methods

The SET SMOOTH screen will appear by touching the [Smooth] button.

Figure 3.38 SET IMAGE INTERPOLATION & SMOOTHING METHOD Screen

Touch and select a button from the 7 image interpolation setting numbers. Theimage interpolation and smoothing processing cannot be performed if you touch the

[OFF] button.Refer to "4.13 SET IMAGE INTERPOLATION & SMOOTHING METHOD

Screen" for details on the buttons.

The value will be specified by touching the [OFF] button or number button and the

PARAMETER SET screen will appear. Then, the value on the button indicating the

image interpolation or smoothing method will change to the specified value.

3.7.6 Setting the image polarity

Touch the [Polarity] button in the PARAMETER SET screen and specify the image

polarity.The value will change each time you touch the button.

"NORMAL" : Prints the same image as the stored image.

"REVERSE" : Prints the stored image in the opposite negative/positivedisplay.

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3.7.7 Setting the image border

Touch the [Border] button in the PARAMETER SET screen and specify the image

border.

The value will change each time you touch the button.

"BLACK" : Fills the image and image border (border of each frame) inblack.

"WHITE" : Sets the image and image border (border of each frame) totransparent.

Refer to "(7) [Border] button" in "4.8 PARAMETER SET Screen" for details on the

parameter.

3.7.8 Setting the border frame

Touch the [Trim] button in the PARAMETER SET screen and specify the border

frame.


"NO" : A border is not applied to the image."YES" : A border is applied to the image.

Refer to "(8) [Trim] button" in "4.8 PARAMETER SET Screen" for details on theparameter.

3.7.9 Setting the print direction

Touch the [Flip] button in the PARAMETER SET screen and specify the printdirection.


"NO" : A border is not applied to the image.

"YES" : A border is applied to the image.

Refer to "(8) [Trim] button" in "4.8 PARAMETER SET Screen" for details on theparameter.

3.7.10 Saving the settings

1. T Repeat the procedures from "3.7.1 Selecting the print conditions to set up"to "3.7.9 Setting the print direction" and specify the print condition for thecondition number you want to specify.

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3.8 Selecting the print condition to useSelect the print condition to use for outputting an image.

1. Touch the [CondNo] button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.39 Main Screen - [CondNo] Button

CONDITION NO. SELECT screen will appear.

2. Touch the condition number button you want to use.

Figure 3.40 Condition No. Select Screen


The print conditions will be selected with the above procedure.The new print conditions will be applied from the next film output.

[CondNo] button

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3.9 Changing Image Formats

3.9.1 Image formatsAn image format refers to the pattern for allocating stored images on a film.

(1) Available image formatsThe same image format as in the connected imager can be used for Printlink

III-ID/IV. The format that can be used depends on the connected imager, image datasize, and film size.

For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the connected imager.

(2) Indications of image formatsThe image format is indicated as 3 x 4, 9/2, etc.The following are the meanings of the above two indications.

34 : 3 horizontal frames x 4 vertical frames = 12 frames

9/2 : Mixed-size format with 9 frames on the top row and 2 on the bottom

row.

(3) Examples of different formats

Figure 3.41 Examples of Different Formats

a. Nomal format (3 x 4)

Upper

Lower

c. Mix format (9/2)

b. Rotated format (R3x4)

A

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(4) Custom formatIn addition to the format that is provided, a custom format can be provided

according to customer request.

Custom formats are registered at installation by our service person after consultingwith the user.

The following formats can be provided.

a) Up to three different scaling factors can be set.

Figure 3.42 Setting the Image Scale

b) When specifying an image scaling factor, the space between frames can be omitted (in thevertical and horizontal directions).

Figure 3.43 Setting Frame Intervals

c) The frames can be rotated.

Figure 3.44 Rotate Setting

Upper

Middle

Lower

3 types

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3.9.2 Changing an image formatThis section describes the procedure for specifying or changing the number of

frames to print on a film.

The specified format will be registered in the print condition number that iscurrently selected. (See "3.7 Changing the Print Conditions".)




2. Touch the [Format] button in the FUNCTION screen.

Figure 3.46 Function Screen - [Format] Button

The FORMAT screen will appear.

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3. Select a frame format from "Normal", "Rotate" (90 right rotation), "Mix"(mixed format), "Slide" (slide format), or "Custom" (custom format).

Figure 3.47 Format Screen - Selecting [2x3]

A format that is not displayed can be displayed and selected with the arrow buttons.

Highlight the button of the format you want to select and touch the button.

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.7 FORMAT Screen".

CAUTIONThe use of some formats may be restricted depending on the image dataand film size. Refer to documentations such as the Operatoin Manual ofimagers regarding the formats that can be used.

The CUSTOM FORMAT screen for setting a custom format will appear by touchingthe [Set] button by "Custom".

Figure 3.48 CUSTOM FORMAT Screen

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A format that is not displayed can be displayed by touching the arrow buttons.Display the format you want to select and touch the format.

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.7.1 CUSTOM FORMAT Screen".


Figure 3.49 Main Screen - Screen After Changing a Format

Make sure that the format is changed to the one you selected.

The format will be set with the above procedure.

3.9.3 Precaution for changing a format being storedA format can be changed while it is being stored, however, it cannot be changed to

one with fewer frames than the ones already stored.

For example, when five frames are stored in a six-frame format, the format cannot

be changed to one with four frames or less. Change the format by erasingunnecessary frames to an amount that becomes less than the frames in the format

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3.10 Changing the Output Destination (Route)You can change the destination (route) for outputting an image.

1. Touch the [Route] button in the MAIN screen.

Figure 3.50 Main Screen - [Route] Button

The ROUTE SELECT screen will appear.

2. Touch the Imager button that you want to specify as the output destination.Among the registered imagers, only one can be selected as the output destination.

Figure 3.51 Route Select Screen - Imager Selection

If you change the selection, the selected status of the imager will be cleared.For details on the priority button, refer to "4.23 ROUTE SELECT Screen".

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3. Touch the Storage button that you want to specify as the output destination.Select the storage that you want to specify as the output destination from the

registered storages. More than one can be selected.

Figure 3.52 Route Select Screen - Storage Selection

The selection of a storage will be cleared by touching it again.

For details on the priority button, refer to "4.23 ROUTE SELECT Screen".

CAUTIONA storage license is required to output to a storage.For details, contact Konica Minolta.

4. Touch the [OK] button.The specified output destination is saved and the MAIN screen will appear.The output destination will be changed with the above procedure.

The new output destination will be applied from the next film output.

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3.11 Resuming Output of Printed Image DataThe contents of an image data that was once printed can be invoked, edited, and

output again by changing the copy count.

3.11.1 Invoking printed image data




2. Touch the [Previous] button in the FUNCTION screen.

Figure 3.54 Function Screen - [Previous] Button

The LOG ON screen will appear.

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3. Enter the password to display the OUTPUT LOG screen.

Figure 3.55 Log On Screen

The OUTPUT LOG screen will appear by entering a proper password.

4. Touch the page you want to output again from the displayed output log.

Figure 3.56 Output Log Screen

If the page you want to output is not displayed, touch the arrow button, scroll theoutput log, and change the displayed items.

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5. Touch the [OK] button.A confirmation dialog will appear.

Figure 3.57 Confirmation Dialog

6. Touch the [Yes] button.The selected image data is invoked and the MAIN screen will appear.

Figure 3.58 Main Screen - Invoking an Output Log

CAUTIONThe patient ID or name of an invoked image data that has already beenprinted cannot be changed.In addition, when a pre-printed image data is being invoked, you cannot

invoke another image data that has already been printed. Refer to "3.17.2Re-printing printed image data" and invoke a different pre-printed imagedata after printing or canceling the pre-printed image data being invoked.


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3.11.2 Re-printing printed image dataAn invoked image data can be printed in the same way as in a normal storing print.

CAUTIONTouch the [Route] button and check the output destination before printing an

image data. Otherwise, image data will be output to all destinations that areusually set for output.

1. Press the [Print] button on the controller for one second.


Image data invoked from the output log will be printed again.

3.11.3 Canceling a reprint operation

If you do not want to print the invoked image data, touch the [Previous Cancel]button and erase the image data.

Figure 3.60 [Previous Cancel] Button

Press [Print] button for 1 second.

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3.11.4 Editing Printed Image DataA different image data can be stored in the image data invoked in "3.11.1 Invoking

printed image data".

(1) Overwriting and storing by moving the cursor


Figure 3.61 Main Screen - Invoked Output Log

2. Use the Cursor button and move the cursor to the frame you want tooverwrite.

Figure 3.62 Change Store Position Screen - Selecting a Frame to Overwrite



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New image data is stored in the specified frame.

Figure 3.64 Main Screen - Invoking an Output Log (After Overwriting and Storing)

(2) Overwriting and storing with direct storingThe direct storing method does not enable you to overwrite and store image data,therefore, you must erase the image data from the frame you want to overwrite

before storing in the direct storing method.

1. Erase image data from the frame you want to store different image data.For details on erasing image data, refer to "3.5.2 Erasing an arbitrary frame".

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3.11.5 Protecting a printed log255 pages can be stored in the output log. When this limit is exceeded, the oldest

stored page will be erased automatically when a new page is output.

You can store a page by setting a protect function to a page you do not want to beerased.







[Fnc] function

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4. Display the page you want to protect.Touch the arrow button to scroll the output log and display the page you want to

protect.

Figure 3.68 Output Log Screen - [Menu] Button

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.18 OUTPUT LOG Screen".

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5. Touch the [Menu] button.The buttons will change to those in Menu.

6. Touch the page you want to protect in the displayed output log.

Figure 3.69 Output Log Screen - Selecting a Page to Protect

7. Touch the [Save] button.The selected page will be protected.

You can display the SAVE IMAGES SELECT screen by touching the [Saved]button and confirm the page that you protected.

Figure 3.70 Save Images Select Screen

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You can release the protection by touching the protected page and the [Del] button.A page released from protection will be erased from the list.

Touch the [Previous] button to display the previous page.

8. Touch the [Return] button.The indication on the button will change back to the previous indication.

9. Touch the [OK] button.The protection setting is saved and the MAIN screen will appear.

3.11.6 Erasing a protected page

CAUTIONA page will be erased when the protection is released. Be careful as if you

erase a page removed from an output log, it cannot be recovered.




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[Previous] button


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4. Touch the [Menu] button.

Figure 3.74 Output Log Screen - [Menu] Button

The buttons will change to those in Menu.

5. Touch the [Saved] button.

Figure 3.75 Save Images Select Screen

The screen will change to the SAVE IMAGES SELECT screen.

If the page subject to releasing the protect function is not indicated in the displayedscreen, proceed to Step 6.

If the page subject to releasing the protect function is indicated in the displayed

screen, proceed to Step 9.

[Menu] button

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6. Touch the [Back] button.

Figure 3.76 SAVE IMAGES SELECT Screen - [Back] Button

7. Display the page you want to release protection.Touch the arrow button to scroll the output log and display the page you want toprotect.

Figure 3.77 SAVE IMAGES SELECT Screen

For details on the buttons, refer to "4.19 SAVE IMAGES SELECT Screen".

8. Touch the [Menu] button.The buttons will change to those in Menu.

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9. Touch the page you want to release protection from the protected pages thatare displayed.

Figure 3.78 Save Images Select Screen - Selecting a Page to Release Protection

10. Touch the [Del] button.A confirmation dialog for deleting will appear.

Figure 3.79 Delete Confirmation Dialog

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11. Touch the [Yes] button.The page will be released from protection.

The page released from protection will be erased from the list.

Figure 3.80 Save Images Select Screen - After Releasing Protection

12. Touch the [Back] button.The indication on the button will change back to the previous indication.


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3.12 Setting Printlink III-ID/IV OperationThis section describes the procedure for setting the various operations for Printlink

III-ID/IV.

You can specify Store Direction, whether or not to print a test pattern, whether ornot to perform overlay, auto print operation, whether or not to enable transmission

to the imager or host (Print Status), and OCR operation (Ocr Use).

3.12.1 Displaying the SET OPERATION screen




2. Touch the [Setup] button in the FUNCTION screen.

Figure 3.82 Function Screen - [Setup] Button

[Fnc] button

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The SETUP screen will appear.

Figure 3.83 Setting Screen

3.12.2 Setting the store direction

Touch the [Store Direction] button and specify the direction for storing an image.


: Stores in the horizontal direction against a format.

: Stores in the vertical direction against a format.

Refer to "(1) [Store Direction] button" in "4.21 SET OPERATION Screen" for

details on the parameter.

3.12.3 Setting items for outputting a test pattern

Touch the [Test Pattern] button and set the items for outputting a test pattern.


"ON" : Stores the imbedded test pattern without storing images frommodalities.

"OFF" : Stores in the normal method.

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3.12.4 Setting the patient data overlay display

The patient data overlay display is a function that enables you to enlarge and print

patient data on a film when you are using the patient data overlay function

(optional).

Touch the [Overlay] button and specify the patient data overlay display.The value will change each time you touch the button.

"ON" : Displays by overlaying the display items specified uponinstallation on a film in an enlarged size.

"OFF" : Overlay display is not performed.

Refer to "(3) [Overlay] button" in "4.21 SET OPERATION Screen" for details onthe parameter.

3.12.5 Setting the items for auto print

Auto-print is a function that enables you to start printing automatically after storingan image in the first frame and the last frame of a format even when all frames are

not stored with an image.

Touch the [Auto Print] button and specify the items for the auto-print function.


"ON" : Turns the auto print function ON.

"OFF" : Turns the auto print function OFF.

Refer to "(4) [Auto Print] button" in "4.21 SET OPERATION Screen" for details onthe parameter.

3.12.6 Setting the items for sending data to the output destination

Touch the [PrintStatus] button and specify the items for sending data to the output

destination.The value will change each time you touch the button.

"START" : Sends data to the imager or host.

"STOP" : Stops sending data to the imager or host.

Refer to "(5) [PrintStatus] button" in "4.21 SET OPERATION Screen" for details on

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3.12.7 Setting the OCR

The OCR is a function that enables you to read patient data indicated on a film when

you are using the study function (see "3.13 Study Function") or patient data overlayfunction (optional).

CAUTIONIf you are using an optional patient data overlay function or a storagelicense, OCR results are required for operation, so be sure to specify ON.

CAUTIONThe [Ocr Use] button is not displayed when using a card reader becausedata read from the card reader is used.

Touch the [Ocr Use] button and specify the items for performing OCR.The value will change each time you touch the button.

"ON" : Performs OCR."OFF" : OCR is not performed.

Refer to "(6) [Ocr Use] button" in "4.21 SET OPERATION Screen" for details onthe parameter.

3.12.8 Saving the settings

1. Touch the [OK] button in the SET OPERATION screen.The MAIN screen will appear.

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3.13 Study FunctionThe STUDY function performs print operation in unit of study.

When you are using the study function, image data will be accumulated in the printqueue and will not be printed even by pressing the print button.

Image data accumulated in the print queue will be printed in one batch in the

following situations.

- When the [Study] button is touched. (Force print)

- When image data of a different patient ID is sent to the print queue. (Whenusing the OCR function.)

- When image data is not sent to the print queue within the time specified atinstallation for timeout.

CAUTIONPlease contact our Konica Minolta if the length specified for timeout must bechanged.

3.13.1 When the OCR function is not used

1. Touch the [Study] button in the MAIN screen.The [Study] button indication will change from "OFF" to "0".

Figure 3.84 Main Screen - [Study] Button (Before Study Output)

2. Store image data.For details on storing image data, refer to "3.4.1 Storing operation".

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3. Press the [Print] button on the controller.The page storing image data will be sent to the print queue.

When you are using the auto print function, the page will be sent to the print queueautomatically when image data is stored in the last frame of the format.

Refer to "3.4.2 Print operation" for details on printing image data.

The number of films currently accumulated in the print queue is indicated on the[Study] button.

Figure 3.85 Main Screen - [Study] Button (Films accumulated in the print queue)

4. Touch the [Study] button.Image data accumulated in the print queue is printed in a batch operation.

Figure 3.86 Main Screen - After Study Output

Repeat Step 1 to 4 if you want to continue using the study function.

Number of filmsaccumulated inthe print queue

The study function goes offafter image data in the printqueue is printed.

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