Orthoralix 8500 DDE
032-0253-EN Rev 36-4
Setting Technique Factors
The exposure technique factors related to
the chosen selection (kV and mA) will be
set and displayed.
If desired, the kV value can be modified.
The mA value can only be viewed. The
exposure time is determined by the
selected patient size and is signified by the
LEDs below the size selection options on
the main control panel.
NOTE: Manually increasing the kV value
above the pre-programmed value
will result in an increase in film
blackening with a decrease in the
contrast.
You can always reset to the default
technique factors by selecting the relevant
patient size.
Reset
The Reset button is used to return the
rotating imaging assembly to the default
starting position.
NOTE: When the rotating imaging
assembly is repositioned, X-rays are
not emitted. The X-ray LED turns off
and there is no audible alarm.
If the above mentioned operation is carried out correctly, the system is reset
to the ready state. The Ready LED on the main control panel lights up to
indicate the reset condition. The ready state is a prerequisite for starting any
exposure program.