MRP-7000 Custom Procedures

HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc.
MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS and AIRIS II Systems

Part Number: L0E-BMA115-1 September 6, 2000
Compensating for Eddy Currents, EMI, and Vibration

Using the JB1 Test Fixture
• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Oscilloscope Details
• Procedure A: Eddy Current Adjustment
• Procedure B: External Magnetic Interference and Vibration Disturbances Adjustment
• Appendix
! Eddy Currents
! External Magnetic Interference
! Vibration Disturbance
! Integrator
! JB1 Test Fixture
! BNC Short
Procedure Goal (Home)
The goal of this procedure is to use the JB1 test fixture to:
1. Compensate for eddy currents.
2. Determine if external magnetic interference or vibration disturbances are contributing
to image quality problems.
Background (Home)
One of the main factors influencing the quality of images generated by MRI systems is
the purity of the static magnetic field. Any interference, other than gradients, that distorts
the static magnetic field will negatively impact image quality.
Three of the main types of interference that field engineers must deal with are eddy
currents, external magnetic interference, and vibration. Use of the JB1 test fixture enables
field engineers to compensate for eddy currents and test for the presence of AC
interference and vibration disturbances in a quick and efficient manner.
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Required Tools (Home)
The tools required to complete this procedure are listed below:
Tool Purpose
JB1 Test Fixture Used to sense the pulse of the magnetic field caused by the
gradient coil current. It can also be used to sense changes in the
static magnetic field caused by external magnetic interference and
vibration.
Integrator Integrates the voltage pulse induced in the JB1 test fixture so that
the resultant waveform displayed on the oscilloscope bears the
same shape as the initial magnetic field pulse.
The electronics within the integrator provide two representations

of the same impulse simultaneously:
• Channel 1 shows the entire waveform—this is used for

reference
• Channel 2 shows the upper 2% of the waveform—this is used
for making fine adjustments to the waveform
Digital Storage Used to display the two representations of the magnetic field
Oscilloscope pulse from the integrator
Small Screwdriver Used to adjust the controls on the control board of the MRI unit
and the integrator
BNC Short Used to short the connection between the integrator and the JB1
test fixture.
JB1 Test Fixture Integrator and Oscilloscope
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Oscilloscope Details (Home)
A picture of the oscilloscope used for this procedure is shown in the following figure.
The controls on the oscilloscope that are used during the procedure are called out:
Menu
Set Channel 2
Set Channel 1 Vertical Position
Vertical Position
Set Horizontal
Position of Signals
Menu
Controls
Display
Trigger
Menu
Display Display Set Sweep

Set Channel Channel Channel 2
1 Volts/Div 1 Menu Menu
Set Channel 2
Volts/Div
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Procedure A: Eddy Current Adjustment (Home)
1. Adjust the coil height slots to match the system you are working on as shown in
the following figure:
Coil Height Adjustment Slot:

Position screw at bottom for AIRIS
and AIRIS II, in the middle for
MRP 7000 (look for the line
marking the middle position), and
at the top for MRP 5000.
2. Position the JB1 test fixture in the center of the gantry, with the front labels facing
towards the patient table as shown in the following figure (Note: If you are doing
vibration testing, be sure to remove the cover from the bottom magnet):
Remove this
cover if you are
doing vibration
testing
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3. Align the JB1 test fixture with the mounting holes in the gantry, and then secure
the fixture with the mounting screws as shown in the following figure:
BNC Mounting
Connectors Screws
Adjust the integrator’s offset
4. Plug the integrator and the oscilloscope into the same 115 VAC room outlet.
5. Ground isolate the oscilloscope.
6. Ground isolate the integrator if the power from the room outlet looks noisy.
7. Using the coaxial cables that come with the JB1 test fixture and integrator,
connect Channel 1 on the oscilloscope to AC OUT on the integrator.
8. Connect one end of a coaxial cable to the rear panel of the integrator. Attach a
BNC short to the other end of the coaxial cable.
9. Turn OFFSET1 on the front of the integrator until it is approximately at the center
of its range of motion.
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10. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:
Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Trigger Menu Source Channel 1
Mode Auto
Coupling DC
Channel 1 V/DIV N/A 500 mV/DIV
Sweep N/A 50 msec/DIV
11. Using the vertical position control on the oscilloscope, center the channel 1
ground line on the centerline of the display, as shown in the following figure:
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Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Auto
Coupling DC
Channel 1 V/DIV N/A 10 mV/DIV (you may have
to start higher)
13. Using 3VR in the integrator (access 3VR through the hole in the top of
integrator—adjustment requires a screwdriver—see figure on next page), adjust
the channel 1 signal so that it is centered at 0 VDC, as shown in the following
figure:
Amplitude of signal
should be < 10 mV.
(If amplitude is > 10

mV check the cables
and instruments.)
Note: When you are finished, remove the BNC short from the coaxial cable.
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The following figure shows the locations of 3VR, 4VR, and OFFSET1 on the integrator:
Access to 3VR and

4VR controls
OFFSET 1
Change connections for eddy current adjustment
14. Using coaxial cables, connect SIGOUT 1 on the integrator to Channel 1 on the
oscilloscope and connect SIGOUT2 on the integrator to Channel 2 on the
oscilloscope.
15. Connect one end of a coaxial cable into the BNC connector on the JB1 test fixture
labeled “Z”. Connect the other end to the rear panel of the integrator.
Note: Eddy current adjustment requires measuring the X, Y, and Z gradients. We begin
with Z. When we get to the external magnetic interference and vibration disturbances
portion of the procedure, we will plug into the BNC connector labeled B0 on the JB1 test
fixture.
Adjust the GC control board switches
16. Remove the front panels of the MRI cabinet.
17. Locate the GC control board and GC control switches (see the figure on the next
page).
Note: On the AIRIS II the GC switches are located on the bottom of the GC
control board. On the MRP 5000, MRP 7000, and AIRIS systems the GC
switches are located on the side of the GC control board. The following figure
shows the two GC control boards:
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AIRIS II MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS
GC Control Switches
JP501/JP502
Jumper (AIRIS
II only)
GC Control Board
18. If you are adjusting an AIRIS II system, move the jumper on the GC control
board at JP502 to JP501 (little green jumper near the upper right hand corner of
the board).
19. Set the GC control switches as follows:
MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

GC Control Switch Setting
DC/Pulse PULSE
ZYX Z
Z DEMAND/GND/TEST TEST
Y DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
X DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
AIRIS II
W/R W
GC Wave DA/TST TST (test)
RTC on/off on
Eddy off/on on
Notact on/off off
Test-W PU/DC PU (pulse)
XYZ Z
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Integrator Setup: Ground Reference

Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Auto
Coupling DC
21. Using the vertical position control on the oscilloscope, center each ground line on
the centerline of the display, as shown in the following figure:
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NOTE 1: The vertical position of the channel 2 waveform will never be altered by
using the oscilloscope controls after this step. If you move the vertical position of the
channel 2 waveform after this step using the oscilloscope controls, the gain
relationship between channels 1 and 2 will be altered and your eddy current
adjustments will not be accurate.
DO NOT USE THIS

CONTROL AGAIN
NOTE 2: If the channel 2 waveform ever goes out of view after this step and you
need to adjust its vertical position to bring it back in view, use the Level control on
the front of the integrator.
NOTE 3: The Level control on the integrator is next to OFFSET 1. Be careful not to
accidentally turn OFFSET 1 when you intend to turn the Level. Turning OFFSET 1
changes the slope of the channel 1 and 2 traces. These traces must be carefully
maintained during eddy current adjustment. If you accidentally turn OFFSET 1,
you must repeat the steps for removing instrument-induced slope in the integrator
or your eddy current adjustments will not be accurate. (See steps 25-26 for details
on removing instrument-induced slope.)
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Adjust the amplitude and slope of the channel 1 signal.

Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling Ground
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Normal
Coupling DC
23. Using OFFSET1 on the integrator, adjust the channel 1 signal so that it is flat.
24. Using 4VR on the integrator, adjust the amplitude of the channel 1 signal to 2.5V
+/- 0.1V. You may have to adjust the vertical position of channel 1 using the
channel 1 vertical positioning control on the oscilloscope.
Note: The amplitude and slope of the channel 1 signal should look like the trace shown in
the following figure:
2.5 Volts +/- 0.1 V

(500 mV/DIV)
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Remove any instrument-induced slope from the integrator in the oscilloscope traces.

Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Normal
Coupling DC
26. Adjust OFFSET 1 on the front of the integrator to make the bottom of channel 1
and the top of channel 2 as flat as possible. Any small slope in the channel 1
signal should be a “mirror image” in the channel 2 signal and should be the
same magnitude in both channel 1 and channel 2.
When you have accomplished this, you have eliminated any “instrument-induced”
slope in the oscilloscope traces. At this point, the signals are only representative
of the actual magnetic field pulse in the gantry bore. See the figures below for
references:
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Example 1: Correct Offset
In this example, the slope that exists is fairly significant, but it is equal in magnitude in
both channels (~20 mV) and the slope in channel 2 is a mirror image of the slope in
channel 1.
Slope of
Channel 1
Bottom of
Channel 1 Top of
Signal Channel 2
Signal
Magnitude
of Slope
Slope of
Channel 2
Example 2: Perfect Offset
In this example, there is almost no slope, and the only apparent slope in the channel 1
signal is seen as a mirror in the channel 2 signal. You won’t see an offset like this until
your eddy currents are well adjusted.
Bottom of
Digital Sampling channel 1
Artifact Lines: and top of
You will channel 2 are
occasionally see mirror
lines that extend images of
from the bottom each other
of the channel 1 with almost
signal to the top no slope.
of the channel 2
signal. Ignore
them.
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Example 3: Incorrect Offset (Not mirror image)
In this example, the magnitudes of the slopes channels 1 and 2 are approximately the
same (~15 mV), but they are not mirror images of each other.
Example 4: Incorrect Offset (Not mirror image, different magnitudes)
In this example, the magnitudes of the slopes in channels 1 and 2 are different (channel 1
is approximately 40 mV and channel 2 is approximately 10 mV). In addition, the slopes
are not mirror images of each other.
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Example 5: Incorrect Offset (Different magnitudes)
In this example, the slopes of channels 1 and 2 are mirror images of each other, but the
magnitude of the channel 1 slope is greater than the magnitude of the channel 2 slope.
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Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in the Z-axis gradient.
Adjusting for eddy currents requires you to make adjustments to variable resistors (VRs)
on the GC control board based on your observations of the flatness and rise time of the
channel 2 signal.
SPECIFICATION: Eddy currents have been effectively compensated for when the
channel 2 flatness is < 5 mV and the channel 2 rise time is <= 1.5 msec. (Flatness and rise
time are defined in the steps below).
27. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows to view the flatness of the channel 2
signal:

Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Normal
Coupling DC
Channel 1 V/DIV N/A 1 V/DIV
Channel 2 V/DIV N/A 5 or 10 mV/DIV
Sweep N/A 50 or 100 msec/DIV
28. Use the vertical position control on the oscilloscope to position the channel 1
signal near the middle of the viewing area on the oscilloscope.
29. Use the Level control on the integrator to position the top of the channel 2 signal
below the channel 1 signal.
30. Use the oscilloscope controls to move the rising edge of the signals to the center
of the display.
Your oscilloscope display now shows the flatness of the channel 2 signal.
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The following figures show examples of channel 2 signals that have flatness in and
out of specification. Fig. A shows an example of what the flatness should look like
when eddy currents are effectively compensated for. Note that there is essentially no
change in voltage in the top of the channel 2 signal (~ 2 mV).
Fig. B and Fig. C show examples of what the flatness can look like when eddy
currents are not effectively compensated for. Note that the flatness in Fig. B. is
approximately 30 mV and in Fig. C. is approximately 35 mV:
Fig. A: Channel 2 Flatness ~ 2 mV Fig. B: Channel 2 Flatness ~30 mV
Fig. C: Channel 2 Flatness is ~35 mV
Channel 2
Flatness
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31. Adjust the VRs on the GC control board until the flatness of the channel 2 signal
< 5 mV. (See table below for VR details.)
• Begin by adjusting the largest time constant (CR1) and then work back (from
right to left). Exception: If you have a large spike, remove the spike first.
• IMPORTANT: After every VR adjustment, repeat steps 25-26 above to nullify

any new instrument induced slope. Your measurements of rise time and
flatness are only valid if they are taken with no instrument-induced slope.
Note: The GC control board has variable resistors (VRs) for each gradient that can be
used to bring the flatness and rise time of the gradient within specification, as shown in
the following table:
System X-axis Y-axis Z-axis

Gain Time Range Gain Time Range Gain Time Range
301 VR 302 VR Wide 311 VR 312 VR Wide 321 VR 322 VR Wide
303 VR 304 VR 313 VR 314 VR 323 VR 324 VR
AIRIS II 305 VR 306 VR 315 VR 316 VR 325 VR 326 VR
307 VR 308 VR 317 VR 318 VR 327 VR 328 VR
309 VR 310 VR Narrow 319 VR 320 VR Narrow 329 VR 330 VR Narrow
20 VR 31 VR Wide 17 VR 28 VR Wide 14 VR 25 VR Wide
AIRIS 19 VR 30 VR 16 VR 27 VR 13 VR 24 VR
MRP 18 VR 29 VR Narrow 15 VR 26 VR Narrow 12 VR 23 VR
7000 --- --- --- --- --- --- 11 VR 22 VR
--- --- --- --- --- --- 10 VR 21 VR Narrow
--- 14VR Wide --- 19 VR Wide --- 24 VR Wide
--- 13 VR --- 18 VR --- 23 VR
MRP
--- 12 VR --- 17 VR --- 22 VR
5000 --- 11 VR Narrow --- 16 VR --- 21 VR
--- --- --- --- 15 VR Narrow --- 20 VR Narrow
Flatness
Note: There are five
time constants (CR1 –
CR5) that characterize
the range of the
waveform that you can
use to help determine
which VRs to use.
Rise
Example: To impact
the overall range
Time
(CR1) of the Z-axis
gradient on an AIRIS
II system, you would
adjust 321 and 322
VR.
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TIP 1: The AIRIS II, AIRIS, and MRP 7000 gain and time VRs shown in the table above
work in pairs. For example, if you want to adjust CR1 on the AIRIS II Z-axis gradient,
you must adjust both 321 and 322VR.
TIP 2: As you are adjusting the time constants from right to left, you should see the
flatness of the waveform begin expanding from right to left. During the course of your
adjustments, when the VRs you are adjusting lose their effectiveness or begin to
adversely effect the flatness of the waveform (e.g., humps begin to appear), move to the
next set of VRs. If you get stuck, do not hesitate to turn all of the VRs counter-clockwise
as far as they can go and start the VR adjustments over.
NOTE: Do not proceed to step 32 until the flatness of the channel 2 signal is < 5 mV.
32. Use the vertical position control on the oscilloscope to position the channel 1
signal at 0 VDC.
33. Use the Level control on the integrator to position the top of the channel 2 signal
at 0 VDC.
Your oscilloscope display should now appear as shown in Fig B:
Note: When you have the oscilloscope properly adjusted, Channel 1 is sitting right on top
of channel 2. Fig A shows what this looks like in theory. Fig B shows what this looks like
in reality.
Rising Edge
Channel 1
Fig. A
Fig. B
Channel 2
Note: It is very important that you line up the rising edge of channels 1 and 2 as shown in
Fig A and Fig B. Doing this will minimize the amount of horizontal adjustment on the
oscilloscope required to obtain the necessary views later in the rise time adjustment
portion of this procedure.
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34. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows to view the rise time of the channel 2
signal:

Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 1 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Coupling DC
BW Limit OFF
Channel 2 Menu
V/DIV Course
Probe 1X
Video/Edge Edge
Slope Rising
Mode Normal
Coupling DC
Channel 1 V/DIV N/A 1 V/DIV
Channel 2 V/DIV N/A 5 or 10 mV/DIV
Sweep N/A 500 microsec/DIV
Your oscilloscope now shows the rise time of the channel 2 signal.
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The following figures show examples of how the rise time will likely appear after the
flatness of the channel 2 signal is < 5 mV. Fig. A shows an example of what rise time
should look like when eddy currents are effectively compensated for. The rise time in
Fig. A is ~ 1.5 msec (1500 microsec). Fig. B shows an example of what rise time can
look like when eddy currents are not effectively compensated for. The rise time in Fig. B
is ~1.75 msec (1750 microsec):
Note: You may have to use the horizontal position control on the oscilloscope to get the
channel 1 and channel 2 signals centered on the oscilloscope as shown in Fig. A and B.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT touch the channel 1 vertical control on the oscilloscope or

the Level control on the integrator to adjust these displays. These controls must
remain in the positions they were set in during steps 32 and 33. If you accidentally
move these controls, you have to go back to step 32 and start the procedure again
from that point.
Fig. A Fig. B
1500 microsec
1750 microsec
35. If the rise time is not within specification, change the sweep on the oscilloscope to
50 msec (the flatness view) and adjust the VRs. Focus on the very left part of the
curve.
NOTE: You cannot adjust VRs when viewing rise time (sweep set to 500
microsec) because your adjusting perspective is distorted at this sweep setting. If
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you attempt to adjust VRs at 500 microsec, you will move your flatness out of
specification.
36. After adjusting the VRs with the sweep set to 50 msec, set the sweep back to 500
microsec to view their effect on rise time.
37. Repeat steps 35 and 36 until the rise time is <= 1.5 msec (1500 microsec).
Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in Y-axis gradient
38. Move the coaxial cable connected to the JB1 test fixture to the BNC connector
labeled “Y.”

DC/Pulse PULSE
ZYX Y
Z DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
Y DEMAND/GND/TEST TEST
X DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
AIRIS II
W/R W
RTC on/off on
Eddy off/on on
Notact on/off off
XYZ Y
40. Repeat steps 25-37 above.
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Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in X-axis gradient
41. Move the coaxial cable connected to the JB1 test fixture to the BNC connector
labeled “X.”

DC/Pulse PULSE
ZYX X
Z DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
Y DEMAND/GND/TEST GND
X DEMAND/GND/TEST TEST
AIRIS II
W/R W
RTC on/off on
Eddy off/on on
Notact on/off off
XYZ X
43. Repeat steps 25-37 above.
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Prepare the system for normal operation

DC/Pulse DC
ZYX Y
Z DEMAND/GND/TEST ZDEMAND
Y DEMAND/GND/TEST ZDEMAND
X DEMAND/GND/TEST ZDEMAND
AIRIS II
W/R W
GC Wave DA/TST DA
RTC on/off on
Eddy off/on on
Notact on/off off
Test-W PU/DC DC
XYZ X
45. Turn the integrator and oscilloscope power off and remove all test equipment.
46. If you are adjusting an AIRIS II system, move the jumper on the GC control
board at JP502 back to JP501.
CAUTION: Failure to move JP501 back to JP502 will result in 10V being put on
the gradients. This will cause the magnet to heat up, causing image artifacts and
over time damage the magnet.
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Test the system
47. Mount the FOV phantom, setting it in the TRS (transverse) plane. Mount the head
coil.
48. Perform a test scan using the following parameters:
Parameter Setting
Pulse Seq GR
Seq # 2
SL Plane TRS
FOV 260
TR 500
FA 90
TE 23
SL Thickness 10
Multi Slice 1
# AVG 2
# Projections 256
TRS-Sample L-R
49. To evaluate the stability of the z-axis gradient, note that there is minimal blurring
of the pins in the z-axis.
50. Perform a test scan as in step 48, changing TRS_SAMPLE A-P
51. To evaluate the stability of the x-axis gradient, note that there is minimal blurring
of the pins in the x-axis.
52. Move the FOV phantom to the sagittal plane.
53. Perform a test scan as in step 48, changing SAG SAG_SAMPLE A-P
54. To evaluate the stability of the y-axis gradient, note that there is minimal blurring
of the pins in the y-axis.
55. Return all scan protocols to their initial settings.
56. Replace all of the MRI covers.
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Procedure B: External Magnetic Interference and Vibration Disturbances

Adjustment (Home)
1. Position the JB1 test fixture in the bore of the magnet as shown in steps 1-3 of
Procedure A: Eddy current adjustment. Be sure to remove the cover on the bottom
magnet to ensure that any detected vibration is from the magnet itself and not the
cover.
2. Plug the integrator and the oscilloscope into the same 115 VAC room outlet.
3. Using coaxial cables, connect AC OUT on the integrator to Channel 1 on the

oscilloscope.
4. Connect one end of a coaxial cable into the BNC connector on the JB1 test fixture
labeled “B0”. Connect the other end to the rear panel of the integrator.
5. Turn the MRI system off (including the heaters) to reduce spurious noise.
6. Ground isolate the oscilloscope.
Oscilloscope Control Setting

CHA 1 100 mV/DIV
Sweep 50 msec/DIV
CH 1&2 coupling AC Coupling
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8. Observe the CHA1 signal and determine if there is any significant EMI or vibration
disturbances.
• EMI: Signals are continuous and generally appear at a frequency of 60 Hz as

shown in the following figure:
Specification: All EMI signals < 50 mV.
• Vibration Disturbances: Signals dampen with time, as shown in the following

figure:
Specification: All vibration disturbance signals < 50 mV.
See the examples on the next page for additional information about EMI and
vibration waveforms.
9. If you observe a vibration signal higher than 50 mV, determine the source of the
disturbance and attempt to remove it. If you cannot remove the disturbance, vibration-
absorbing donuts can be placed under the system to isolate the system. Contact
technical support for more information.
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10. If you observe an EMI signal higher than 50 mV, verify that the signal is true EMI
interference and not a problem with the system by completing the following steps:
a) Remove the end of the coaxial cable attached to the JB1 test fixture and attach a
BNC short to it.
b) Observe the oscilloscope display. If the signal you were viewing disappears, it is
EMI. Determine the source of the disturbance and attempt to remove it. If you
cannot remove the disturbance, a magnetic field compensator must be used to
offset the interference. Contact technical support for more information.
c) If the signal is still present, there is a problem with the setup. Check all of your
cable and connections and repeat the procedure. If problems with the setup
persist, contact technical support.
Examples: EMI and Vibration Disturbances
Vibration
External
Magnetic
Interference
Vibration Waveform Explanation
The vibration example waveform demonstrates an impact stimulus to an AIRIS II system.

An impact stimulus like this might be a city bus striking a pot-hole with the front wheels
then the back wheels 1.8 seconds later. In this example waveform, note the following:
• The frequency of the disturbance is approx. 10 Hz and dampens to noise level in
approx. 1 sec. This represents a classic vibration impact stimulus.
• A vibration signal higher than 30 millivolts could be seen as ghosting while imaging,
especially if impacted in the middle of scan acquisition.
• Vibration testing is best performed during peak disturbance periods. Jumping near the
magnet or within 10 to 15 feet from the system will probably cause vibration ghosting
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on a good system. Hard stepping or bouncing on the balls of your feet outside the
shielded room should not cause a disturbance to the magnet.
• If the vibration disturbance is caused by air handling equipment, the vibration signal
will be fairly consistent amplitude with a frequency of 9 to 12 Hz.
• When testing vibration with large magnetic fluctuations from subways etc., it may be
necessary to ac couple the digital storage scope since the signal will be modulated
by these large low frequency disturbances.
Remember; vibration signals from the AIRIS system have a resonant frequency of 9
to 12 Hz. This is very important to separate magnetic fluctuations from vibration
anomalies.
External Magnetic Interference Waveform Explanation
The external magnetic interference example waveform demonstrates an overhead power

line directly behind the magnet within 30 ft caused the AC magnetic fluctuation. In this
example, note the following:
• The frequency of the magnetic fluctuation is approx. 60 Hz with an amplitude of 200
millivolts (50millivolts/milligauss) or 4 milligauss. The 60 Hz magnetic fluctuation
has modulation component of approx. 15 Hz and 75 millivolts amplitude or 1.5
milligauss.
• Any signal over 50 millivolts will cause replication or image ghosting.
• This signal may be used to adjust the magnet fluctuation compensator in place of the
large search coil.
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Appendix (Home)
Eddy Currents
The following table outlines the major issues associated with eddy currents that will
facilitate your troubleshooting in this area:
Eddy Current Issues Description

Systems Effected All—MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS, and AIRIS II
Cause Current running through the gradient coils induces eddy
currents in the surrounding metal of the gantry. The eddy
currents in turn generate magnetic fields, which ultimately
distort the static magnetic field by distorting the magnetic field
pulses generated by the gradient coils, as shown in the
following figure:
Gradient’s DC Current Resulting Gradient

Pulse (A) Magnetic Field Pulse (mG)
No eddy current
compensation
Times when you need If compensated for properly, generally only during installation
to address them and when you replace the GC control board.
Symptoms Ringing and shading artifacts. In some cases, total loss of
signal is possible.
Note: Eddy currents cannot be removed, but they can be compensated for. Because the
gradient magnetic field pulses will be distorted by the magnetic field created by the eddy
currents, the trick is to adjust the shape of the gradient magnetic field pulses so that after
they are affected by the eddy currents, they have the desired shape. This is done by
adjusting the wave shape of the DC pulses that drive the gradient coils, as shown in the
following figure:
Gradient’s DC Current Resulting Gradient Magnetic

Pulse (A) Field Pulse (mG)
No eddy current
compensation
Eddy current
compensation
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The following table shows details pertaining to the characteristics gradient pulses
effectively adjusted for eddy currents:
Variables MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS II

AIRIS
Raise Time
10% ~ 90% Less than 500 Less than 500
0% ~ 99.8% Less than 1.5 msec Less than 1.5 msec
Flatness Less than 0.2% (5 mV) Less than 0.2% (5 mV)
Time Constant
CR1 22.0 msec ~ 242.0 msec 118.0 msec ~ 558.0 msec
CR2 Nothing 40.0 msec ~ 190.0 msec
x-axis CR3 1.0 msec ~ 11.0 msec 22.0 msec ~ 242.0 msec
y-axis CR3 0.94 msec ~ 10.34 msec 22.0 msec ~ 242.0 msec
CR2 Reserve 40.0 msec ~ 190.0 msec
z-axis CR3 1.0 msec ~ 11.0 msec 22.0 msec ~ 242.0 msec
Linealty Less than 2% (MAX FOV Less than 2% (MAX FOV

φ 300 mm) φ 300 mm)
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External Magnetic Interference (Home)
The following table outlines the major issues associated with AC external magnetic
interference that will facilitate your troubleshooting in this area:
External Magnetic Description

Interference Issues
Systems Effected MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS, and AIRIS II
Cause AC sources (e.g., overhead power lines, transformers,
televisions, and electric blankets).
Times when you need Always check for EMI during installation, and whenever the
to address them symptoms below appear.
Symptoms Image ghosting, replication, and slice alignment errors.
Note: If the source of the external magnetic interference cannot be removed, a magnetic
field compensator must be used to offset the interference. A magnetic field compensator
consists of a coil placed in the ceiling above the MRI system and a field compensation
unit that powers the coil. The idea is to have the compensator coil create a magnetic field
that cancels out the effects of the external magnetic interference.
Vibration Disturbances (Home)
The following table outlines the major issues associated vibration disturbances that will
facilitate your troubleshooting in this area:
Vibration Issues Description

Systems Effected Only AIRIS and AIRIS II because their upper magnet is
mounted on a cantilever which is susceptible to vibration. The
resonant frequency of the AIRIS and AIRIS II systems is
between 9 and 12 Hz.
Cause Any object that can cause a vibration to be felt in the room
housing the gantry. Examples: Cars or trucks in a nearby
parking lot hitting a pothole, a person jumping next to the
magnet.
Times when you need Always check for vibration issues during installation, and
to address them whenever the symptoms below appear.
Symptoms Image ghosting.
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Integrator Details (Home)
The main components on the integrator function as follows:
Component Description
OFFSET 1 Used to prevent the integrator circuit in the integrator from
contributing to the slope of the pulse displayed on the oscilloscope.
Level Used to set the position of the Channel 2 trace on the oscilloscope..
4VR Used to set the Channel 1 trace on the oscilloscope to the proper
amplitude. It is accessible through the top of the integrator.
3VR Same function as OFFSET 1. Has a greater range than OFFSET1. It
is accessible through the top of the integrator.
Oscilloscope
On/Off Switch
Integrator
AC Power
OFFSET 1 Level
JB1 fixture connects to back

of integrator
Access to 3VR and 4VR

controls
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JB1 Test Fixture Details (Home)
The JB1 test fixture is shown in the following figures:
Labels Marking
Front of Fixture
Coil Height
Adjustment Slots
BNC
Connectors
Mounting
Screws
Coil Height Adjustment Slot:

Position screw at bottom for AIRIS
and AIRIS II, in the middle for
MRP 7000 (look for the line
marking the middle position), and
at the top for MRP 5000.
BNC Connectors: X for X-

Gradient, Y for Y-Gradient, Z for
Z-Gradient, and B0 for external
magnetic interference and vibration
disturbance tests.
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BNC Short (Home)
The following figure shows an example of a BNC short that you connect to the end of a
coaxial cable:
BNC Short
Coaxial
Cable
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. AIRIS II System Procedure
Part Number: L2E-BMA110-1 May 25, 2000
Adjusting the Longitudinal Photo-Sensors on the

Patient Table
• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Location of Longitudinal Photo-Sensors
• Photo-Sensor Reflector Mechanism
• Required Tools
• Detailed Procedure
• Condensed Procedure
The goal of this procedure is to adjust the longitudinal photo-sensors on the patient table
so that their detection thresholds are set between their maximum and minimum detection
positions. This is necessary because if a photo-sensor’s threshold is set too low, the
photo-sensor may fail to detect the table. If a photo-sensor’s threshold is set too high, the
photo-sensor may produce false signals.
Background (Home)
The patient table moves up and down (vertically), side to side (laterally), and in and out
(longitudinally). A combination of limit switches and photo-sensors is used to determine
its position.
There are eight (8) photo-sensors on the patient table (1PMS, 2PMS, 3PMS, 4PMS,
5PMS, 6PMS, 7PMS, and 8PMS). 5PMS and 6PMS are used to determine the lateral
position of the table and are not adjustable. 1PMS, 2PMS, 3PMS, 4PMS, 7PMS, and
8PMS are used to determine longitudinal position of the table and are adjustable.
The purpose of each of the longitudinal photo-sensors is as follows:
• 1PMS and 2PMS: Used to detect the longitudinal position of the table at/near the
foremost end of the unit. 2PMS detects when the table is at its foremost longitudinal
position. 1PMS detects when the table is 100mm away from its foremost longitudinal
position. When 1PMS detects the table, the system limits the speed of the table to
20mm/sec to prevent hard impacts.
• 3 PMS and 4PMS: Used to detect the longitudinal position of the table at/near the rear
of the unit. 4PMS detects when the table is at its rearmost position. 3PMS detects
when the table is 150mm away from its rearmost position. When 3PMS detects the
table, the system limits the speed of the table to 20mm/sec to prevent hard impacts.
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• 7PMS: Used to determine when lateral table motion is permitted. Lateral table motion
is permitted as long as the table is within 300 mm of its rearmost position.
• 8PMS: Used to determine the absolute longitudinal position of the table. This is a
momentary measurement. 8PMS is set momentarily when the table is 60mm from its
rearmost position.
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Location of Longitudinal Photo-Sensors (Home)
The table covers must be removed to see the photo-sensors. 1PMS and 2PMS are located
near the forward end of the unit and can be seen from the side. 3PMS and 4PMS are
located near the rear of the unit and can be seen from the side. 7PMS and 8PMS are
located near the rear of the unit about 10 cm up from 3PMS. 7PMS and 8PMS cannot be
seen from the side, they must be viewed from beneath the table. The following figure
shows the approximate locations of the longitudinal photo-sensors:
2PMS
1PMS
3PMS
4PMS
8PMS
7PMS
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The following figure shows the precise locations of 3PMS, 4PMS, 7PMS, and 8PMS.
Note that 7PMS and 8PMS are mounted underneath a metal plate and can only be viewed
directly from beneath the table:
4PMS
3PMS 7PMS
8PMS
The following figure shows an up-close side view of the table, focusing on 3PMS. Note
that 1PMS, 2PMS, 3PMS, and 4PMS are mounted upside down:
Volume
Control
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Photo-Sensor Reflector Mechanism (Home)
There are three distinct reflector mechanisms associated with the photo-sensors on the
table:
• Photo-sensors 1PMS, 2PMS, 3PMS, and 4PMS detect the presence of the table when
the short perpendicular plate attached underneath the table breaks their beam.
• Photo-sensor 7PMS detects the presence of the table when the long thin reflective
plate attached to the bottom of the table breaks its beam.
• Photo-sensor 8PMS momentarily detects the presence of the table when the short
elbow attached to the end of the long thin reflective plate that 7PMS detects breaks its
beam.
The following figure shows the location of these reflective devices. (Note: This shot is
taken looking up from the ground beneath the table):
Table Rear 8PMS
7PMS Short Elbow

Sensed by 8PMS
Long Thin Plate

Sensed by 7PMS
Plate Sensed by 1PMS,

2PMS, 3PMS, and 4PMS
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• Philips screw driver

• Flat screw driver
• IC clip
• Multi-tester (accuracy: 10mV or less)
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Detailed Procedure (Home)
1. Remove the table covers
2. Supply power to the table
3. Put the IC clip on the checkpoint corresponding to the photo-sensor you wish to
adjust. The following table shows the locations of the checkpoints for each photo-
sensor:
Photo- Photo-Sensor Sense Checkpoint (TDRIV2 PCB)

Sensor Type
Board Coordinate Chip Type Pin Number
1PMS EE-SY671 15R HD74LS14P 4
7PMS EE-SY671 15Q HD74LS14P 2
Table 1
Note 1: The numbered portion of the board coordinate marks the column the chip is on
and the letter portion marks the row. The numbered coordinates runs across the bottom of
the board from left to right (15-1), and the lettered coordinates run vertically on the far
right of the board from bottom to top (A-W). So to find 15R, you go across the bottom of
the board to column 15, then up to row R. The following figure shows an up close view
of the IC chip placed on 15R:
Letter
Coordinates
(Not visible
in this
15R picture)
A
1
15
Numbered
Coordinates
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Note 2: There are 14 pins on each chip, assembled in two rows of 7 pins. One row of pins
is numbered 1-7, the other 8-14 in the opposite direction. Pin #1 is marked with a small
dot immediately above it. The following figure shows an example of the chip:
Pin #10
* * * * * * *
Dot designating
Pin #1 * * * * * * *
Pin #4
4. Attach the multi-tester to the pin on the IC clip corresponding to the photo-sensor you
wish to adjust. Refer to table 1.
The following figure shows an example of how your setup should look at this point.
Our specialist in this picture is preparing to adjust 3PMS:
5. Find the photo-sensor’s minimum position:
a) Position the table such that it can be firmly sensed by the photo-sensor.
b) Turn the volume control on the photo-switch COUNTER-CLOCKWISE until the
signal on the multi-tester goes low (i.e., to zero volts).
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c) Continue turning the volume control COUNTER-CLOCKWISE until the signal

goes high.
d) Turn the volume control CLOCKWISE until the signal goes low. This is the
photo-sensor’s minimum position.
6. Find the photo-sensor’s maximum threshold position:
a) From the minimum position, turn the volume control CLOCKWISE until the
signal goes high. This is your “low detection” position, or “A” position.
b) Move the table out of the photo-sensor’s view.
c) Continue rotating the volume control CLOCKWISE until you see the photo-
sensor go high or until you get to the marked “MAX” position on the photo-
sensor. The point at which the photo-sensor goes high is the maximum position. If
the photo-sensor does not go high before you reach the marked “MAX” position,
the marked “MAX” position is considered to be the maximum position.
Note the maximum position. You will need this in Step #7 below.
7. Position the volume control half-way between the low detection threshold point and
the maximum threshold point:
a) Repeat Step #5 above to find the minimum position.

b) Repeat Step #6a above to find the “A” position.
c) Rotate the volume control CLOCKWISE to the point halfway between position
“A” and the maximum position found in Step #6c.
8. Repeat steps 1-7 for each photo-sensor that requires adjustment.
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Condensed Procedure (Home)
1. Remove the table covers
2. Supply power to the table
3. Put the IC clip on the checkpoint corresponding to the photo-sensor you wish to
adjust. The following table shows the locations of the checkpoints for each photo-
sensor:
Photo- Photo-Sensor Sense Checkpoint (TDRIV2 PCB)

Sensor Type
Board Coordinate Chip Type Pin Number
Table 2
4. Attach the multi-tester to the pin on the IC clip corresponding to the photo-sensor you
wish to adjust. Refer to table 2.
5. Find the photo-sensor’s minimum position:
a) Position the table such that it can be firmly sensed by the photo-sensor.
b) Turn the volume control on the photo-switch COUNTER-CLOCKWISE until the
signal on the multi-tester goes low (i.e., to zero volts).
c) Continue turning the volume control COUNTER-CLOCKWISE until the signal
goes high.
d) Turn the volume control CLOCKWISE until the signal goes low. This is the
photo-sensor’s minimum position.
6. Find the photo-sensor’s maximum threshold position:
a) From the minimum position, turn the volume control CLOCKWISE until the
signal goes high. This is your “low detection” position, or “A” position.
b) Move the table out of the photo-sensor’s view.
c) Continue rotating the volume control CLOCKWISE until you see the photo-
sensor go high or until you get to the marked “MAX” position on the photo-
sensor. The point at which the photo-sensor goes high is the maximum position. If
the photo-sensor does not go high before you reach the marked “MAX” position,
the marked “MAX” position is considered to be the maximum position.
Note the maximum position. You will need this in Step #7 below.
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7. Position the volume control half-way between the low detection threshold point and
the maximum threshold point:
a) Repeat Step #5 above to find the minimum position.

b) Repeat Step #6a above to find the “A” position.
c) Rotate the volume control CLOCKWISE to the point halfway between position
“A” and the maximum position found in Step #6c.
8. Repeat steps 1-7 for each photo-sensor that requires adjustment.
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. HOBO RH/Temp Data Logger
Part Number: L0E-BMA113-1 June 27, 2000
Operating the HOBO RH/Temp Data Logger

• Procedure Goal
• Specifications
• Background
• Required Items
• Data Collection Procedure
• Data Analysis Procedure
The goal of this procedure is to collect reliable relative humidity and temperature data in
magnet rooms using the HOBO RH/Temp data logger to determine whether or not these
variables are within specification.
Specifications (Home)
The following temperature and relative humidity specifications apply to AIRIS and
AIRIS II systems:
• The temperature in the scan room must be maintained between 70o and 80 o F.
• The maximum allowable temperature change in the scan room is +/- 3 o F per hour.
• The relative humidity in the scan room must be maintained between 45% and 80%.
Background (Home)
The most common temperature-related problems experienced in the field concern the rate
of temperature change in the scan room. Temperature changes in the scan room that
exceed +/- 3 o F per hour result in a decrease in the quality of images produced by the
MRI system. This is because the system’s internal heating mechanism designed to
maintain the magnet temperature to within 0.1o C can not keep up with temperature
changes that exceed +/- 3 o F per hour. When temperature movements at these rates occur,
cold spots develop in the magnet, which adversely effect the static homogeneity of the
magnet and thus image quality.
Problems in MRI systems caused by relative humidity are relatively rare; however, the
following issues can be raised when the relative humidity is out of specification:
• If the relative humidity falls below 45%, the risk of static shock increases.
• If the relative humidity rises above 80%, the risk of shorts occurring due to
condensation increases.
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Required Items (Home)
To complete this procedure, you will need the HOBO RH/Temp data logger
manufactured by Onset Computer Corporation. You will also need your laptop computer,
the accompanying BoxCar software loaded onto your laptop computer, and the data
logger PC interface cable. The following figure shows the HOBO RH/Temp data logger
and accompanying data logger PC interface cable:
Data Collection Procedure (Home)
1. If it is not already installed, install the BoxCar software on your laptop computer
(START!RUN!a:\setup.exe).
2. Connect the HOBO RH/Temp data logger to your laptop computer using the PC
interface cable.
3. Start the BoxCar software.
4. From the Logger menu, select Launch.
The Launch screen appears.
5. Enter a name for the data collection session in the Description text box.
6. Select a sampling interval.
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7. Click the Advanced Options arrow.
8. Click the Delayed Start checkbox and enter the date and time you would like the
data logger to begin collecting data.
9. Click the Start button.
A status box will appear showing the data logger being loaded with the information
you just entered. When the BoxCar software is done loading the data logger, the
status box will disappear.
10. Close the BoxCar software and disconnect the data logger from you laptop computer.
11. Move the data logger to the magnet room. Be sure to position it in a location at least
10 feet away from the magnet where it will not be moved and where it will not be
affected by drafts.
Note: Some air conditioning systems direct airflow down the sides of walls, so be
careful not to put the logger up against a wall in a room where this happens or you
will get erroneous readings. A good place to put the data logger is in an open cabinet
or a bookshelf.
Data Analysis Procedure (Home)
1. Remove the data logger from the magnet room.
2. Connect the data logger to your laptop computer using the PC interface cable.
3. Start the BoxCar software.
4. From the Logger menu, select Readout.
The Save As dialog box appears.
5. Enter a name for the file that will store the data from the data logger, and specify the
location where you want the file stored. When you are finished, press OK.
6. A graph showing the results from the data collection appears along with a dialog box
that shows the raw data and maximum and minimum values. The following data
options are available:
To: Select
View a different variable (e.g., Relative View ! Display Options ! Channel 1,2
humidity instead of temperature) RH%
Export the data to Excel File ! Export ! Microsoft Excel
View a previous data collection trail File! Open ! filename
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. AIRIS, MRP 7000, and MRP 5000 System Procedure
Part Number: L0E-BMA118-1 December 5, 2000
Submitting AIRIS, MRP 7000, and MRP 5000 Images

Using the SNAPPY Video Snapshot
• Procedure Goal
• Required Tools
• Snappy Software Installation
• Procedure
• Sample Image
The goal of this procedure is to use the SNAPPY video snapshot to obtain and submit
AIRIS, MRP 7000, and MRP 5000 images electronically.
The tools required for this procedure are listed below:
Required Tools/Parts In SNAPPY kit?

SNAPPY hardware module (See Figure 1) Yes
SNAPPY CD-ROM (See Figure 1) Yes
Video cable (See Figure 1) Yes
BNC to RCA adaptor (See Figure 2) Yes
Coaxial cable (See Figure 2) No
Two BNC “T” connectors (See Figure 2) No
SNAPPY software patch (snpstd.exe) No -- Provided via E-Mail
Laptop computer No
BNC “T”
Connector
BNC “T”
Connector
BNC to RCA Adaptor
Figure 1 Figure 2
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Snappy Software Installation (Home)
1. Use the SNAPPY CD-ROM to install the SNAPPY software on your laptop
computer.
2. Copy the SNAPPY software patch (snpstd.exe) to the directory, C:\Snappy on your
laptop computer.
3. Double-click on the file, snpstd.exe and follow the prompts.
Procedure (Home)
Assemble the hardware.
1. Connect the SNAPPY hardware module into the laptop computer’s printer port.
2. Attach the video cable to the “VIDEO IN” plug on the SNAPPY hardware module.
Figure 3
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3. Using the BNC T-connector and SNAPPY coaxial cable, run video from the AIRIS,
MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 system to the SNAPPY hardware module as shown in the
following figure:
Laptop Computer
SNAPPY Hardware Module
“Video Out” Plug
Video Cable
Coaxial Cable BNC T-Connector
Figure 4
Verify that the “Video Change” Button on the AIRIS, MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 keyboard
is enabled.
4. Load an image on the system.
5. Press the “Video Change” button. If the image disappears and the screen becomes
filled with static, the “Video Change” button is enabled.
Note: If the image does not disappear, the “Video Change” button is disabled and
must be enabled as follows:
a) From the “Select Mode” menu, go to “Service Mode” (48).

b) From the “Service Mode” menu, go to “Video Change Process” (10)
c) From the “Video Change Process” menu, select option “1 MRI System <->
NTSC”
d) Return to the “Select Mode” menu.
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Obtain an image from the AIRIS, MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 system.
6. On the laptop computer, start the SNAPPY software.
7. From the SNAPPY screen, press the “Preview” button.
You should see the SNAPPY preview screen fill with static as shown in the following
figure.
SNAPPY Preview Screen
Figure 5
8. On the AIRIS, MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 system, display the image you wish to
capture.
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9. Press the “Video Change” button on the AIRIS, MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 system’s
keyboard.
The AIRIS, MRP 7000, or MRP 5000 screen will fill with static and the SNAPPY
preview screen will display the image as shown in the following figure:
Figure 6
Note: If this does not happen, either the “Video Change” button is disabled or the
SNAPPY hardware is not connected properly.
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From the SNAPPY screen, press the “SNAP” button to capture the image shown on the
SNAPPY preview screen. The capture process takes up to a minute. During this time, you
will see lights on the outer right edge of the SNAPPY screen progressively light up.
When the capture is complete, the captured image will appear behind the SNAPPY
screen as shown in the following figure:
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10. Click on the image’s close button (the “X” in its upper right corner). This will bring
the image to the front and produce a dialog box that asks if you want to save the
image as shown in the following figure:
Image Close Button
11. Click the “Yes” button to save the image. Follow the prompts to name the image and
save the image to your C:\My Documents directory.
12. Using whatever e-mail program you desire, attach the image to an e-mail message
and send the message to the appropriate contact person at the home office.
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Sample Image (Home)
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. AIRIS II Systems
Part Number: L2E-BMA117-1 October 11, 2000
Installing and Adjusting the EPI Head Restraint

• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Components
• Installation
• Adjustment
The goal of this procedure is to properly install and adjust the EPI head restraint.
Background (Home)
EPI measurement requires the patient to be very still. When imaging the head, this is
particularly critical, as even minor movements will adversely affect the EPI measurement
quality. Therefore, a special EPI head restraint has been created for use with the head
coil. The head restraint is designed to stabilize and prevent movement of the patient’s
head.
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Components (Home)
The EPI head restraint consists of 17 components, as shown in the following figure:
• 1 base plate
• 2 Velcro strips that attach to base plate
• 2 straps
• 2 side pads that attach to base plate
• 2 neck stabilizer pads
• 4 small side pads
• 4 large side pads 2 neck
stabilizer pads 2 side pads that
4 large
attach to base plate
side pads
4 small
side pads
2 straps
Base plate 2 Velcro strips that
attach to base plate
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Installation (Home)
1. Attach the Velcro strips to the backside of the base plate—one Velcro strip on each
end of the base plate—as shown in the following figure:
2. Attach the two side pads on the front of the base plate as shown in the following
figure. Note the notch on the base plate and the side pads should be oriented as shown
in the following figure:
Side pad
Notch
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3. Insert the base plate into the head coil as shown in the following figure. Be sure the
base plate connectors are aligned with the head coil slots and that the connectors are
tightened:
Base plate
connector
4. Put the head coil padding on top of the EPI base plate as shown in the following
figure:
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Adjustment (Home)
1. Position the patient in the head coil using the two EPI straps and two neck stabalizer
pads as shown in the following figure. Note that the EPI straps have Velcro that
attaches to the two Velcro strips on the back ends of the base plate:
Neck stabilizer
pads
2. Attach the top of the head coil as shown in the following figure:
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3. Insert the large and small side pads to between the base plate and the head coil to
further stabilize the patient’s head as necessary:
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Part Number: L2E-BMA121-4 February 16, 2001
Installing and Troubleshooting the Echo-Planar

Imaging (EPI) Software Option -- Version 4.2P
• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Pre-Installation Checklist
• Installation
• Troubleshooting
! NOTICE
The quality of the images produced by the EPI software option is

highly dependant on the following items:
• ∆V < 5 mV; Rise
Eddy currents: Must be within specification (∆
Time ≤ 1.5 msec).
• Slew Rates: Must be adjusted properly.
• Shim: All terms must be within specification and geometrical
distortion must be 90o ± 2 o
• Compensator: Must be adjusted properly
• Transmitter: Must have no reflected power
• Gating: Must be fully operational
! NOTICE
The characteristic matrix must be re-measured whenever:

• Work is done that alters the GC waveform in any way (e.g.,
eddy currents or shim are adjusted).
• Images produced from the EPI option software exhibit poor
quality.
Measuring the characteristic matrix is described in the
“Installation” section of this procedure.
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The goal of this procedure is to install, adjust, and troubleshoot the AIRIS II EPI software
option. The EPI software option is available in system versions V4.1B and up.
Background (Home)
The EPI option software consists of two scanning

sequences:
• Spin Echo EPI (SE-EPI): An extremely fast spin

echo sequence. SE-EPI sequences produce T1,
T2, and proton density weighted images just like
regular spin echo sequences; they just do it
much faster (see Figure 1).
Example: A spin echo sequence that takes 10

minutes to complete might take an SE-EPI
sequence 2 seconds to complete. Figure 1
• Diffusion Weighted EPI (DW-EPI): An SE-EPI

sequence with two additional gradients (one
added before and one after the 180 degree
pulse). The purpose of these two additional
gradients is to reduce signal intensity caused by
hydrogen molecular motion (e.g. diffusion).
Since normal healthy tissue has diffusion taking

place, healthy tissue appears dark in DW-EPI.
Since dead tissue does not have diffusion taking
place, it appears bright in DW-EPI (see Figure
2).
Figure 2
• EPI system option software

• Head QD Coil
• Nickel Aqueous Solution Phantom No. 3
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Pre-Installation Checklist (Home)

Site________________ Field Engineer:__________________________
Gating Verified By Date

Peripheral Pulse
Electro cardiac
Shim Verified By Date
Within Specifications
Eddy Currents X Y Z
∆V
Rise Time
Slew Rate X Y Z
Values
GC Parameters
From System Table Editor select GC Parameter Setting Tool and verify that
the value for GC Corr. (SE) P-Encode is 1.000 for x, y and z
1.000
Verified By:
Date:
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Installation (Home)
Registration of Option Software
1. Install the EPI option software:
a) Turn off the CPU

b) Slide the EPI option software disk into OD drive.
c) Turn on the CPU
d) Follow the option load instructions
2. Use the key MOD to register the T/M license and select the scan card.
3. From the T/M Manager, open the “GC Slew Rate Adjustment” screen and note the
slew rate values for X, Y, and Z.
System Control Button ! Service Diagnostics ! T/M Manager ! GC Slew Rate

Adjustment
Figure 1
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4. Access the “EPI Setting Tool” screen
System Control Button ! Service Diagnostics ! T/M Manager ! System Table

Editor ! Popup Tool ! EPI Setting Tool
5. Record the Slew Rate Values for X, Y, and Z in their respective Rtime columns for
each of the four cases.
Example: If the slew rate value for X is 140, enter 140 in the X-Rtime column for
case 1, case 2, case 3, and case 4.
Figure 2
Measurement of Characteristic Matrix
6. Set the Nickel aqueous solution phantom No. 3 in the head QD coil.
7. Position the head QD coil in the center of the magnetic field and check it with a
scanogram.
8. Open the “System Status” window and change the Head View of System to
“Bottom”.
9. Register a new patient and select SNR scan.
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10. In the Basic tab of the main patient screen, set the following parameters:
• Sequence Name: “Shim”

• Scan option: “Matrix”
• Scan Plane: “TRS”.
11. In the Others tab of the main patient screen, set Prescan to “auto”.
Figure 3
12. Perform a scan.
13. Verify that the contrast of the resulting 75 images is similar to those shown in Figures
4 – 8 (15 reference images; 15 z0, 15 x1, 15, y1, and 15 z1 characteristic images). If the
images are not similar, call technical support at the home office for assistance.
• To optimally view these images, turn off the Scaled Window/Level of

Preference option in the Viewing Tool.
• Set the Window width of image to 5 and the Window level to 500.
Note: The reference images you obtain may be slightly different due to variations
between systems.
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Figure 4: Reference Images (Except the one in the lower right hand corner).
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Figure 5: z0 Characteristic Images (Except the one in the lower right hand corner).
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Figure 6: x1 Characteristic Images (Except the one in the lower right hand corner).
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Figure 7: y1 Characteristic Images (Except the one in the lower right hand corner).
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Figure 8: z1 Characteristic Images.
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14. Repeat steps 10-13 above for SAG and COR planes. (Note: The images obtained
from SAG and COR are different than the TRS images.)
15. If in step 8 above you the customer had the Head View of System set to “Bottom”,
change it back to “Bottom” now.
16. Turn on the Scaled Window/Level of Preference option in the Viewing Tool.
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Adjust the Gradient Magnetic Field Strength for EPI
17. Confirm that GC Offset Correction is on.
18. Set the FOV phantom in the center of the QD head coil, aligned in the TRS plane,
using the phantom attaching base and move it to the center of the magnetic field.
19. Run a scanogram with Prescan set to “ON”.
20. Run a volume shim using the following parameters:
Basic Tab Technique Tab Matrix Tab Others Tab

Parameter Value Parameter Value Parameter Value Parameter Value
Scan Option Norm Vol Shim Auto Rect. Fov Off Prescan Auto
Sequence Shim Phase Dir A-P Anti. Aliasing Off
Scan Plane TRS MTC Off
NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
21. Run FOV scan #1 using the following parameters:
Basic Tab Technique Tab Particular Tab Others Tab

Slice Plane TRS S.Presat 0 Shot Num. 64 Prescan Auto
Sequence 2D SE EPI Vol Shim Auto Inter. E. Time 5
FOV 260 Phase Dir A-P
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2
Matrix Tab Gating Tab Dynamic Tab Filter Tab

Rect. FOV Off Gating Off Cont.Agent Off Truncation Off
Anti. Aliasing Off Breath-hold Off Shading Off
Recon Matrix Auto Dynamic Off Adaptive Off
Fluoro Off K space Off
22. On the resulting image, measure the distance between pins by using the FOV program
from the FOV tab of the maintenance card, and adjust it using the “FOV Adjustment”
from the “TM Manager”.
23. Repeat Steps 20 - 22 until the X-Y values = 100 ± 1.0
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Sequence Shim Phase Dir R-L Anti. Aliasing Off
NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
25. Run FOV scan #2 using the following parameters:

Sequence 2D SE EPI Vol Shim Auto Inter.E.Time 5
FOV 260 Phase Dir R-L
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2

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28. Change the orientation of the FOV phantom within the QD head coil so that the
phantom is in the SAG plane.

Scan Plane SAG MTC Off
NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
31. Run FOV scan #3 using the following parameters (parameters changed from last scan
are shaded):

Slice Plane SAG S.Presat 0 Shot Num. 64 Prescan Auto
FOV 260 Phase Dir A-P
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2

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Sequence Shim Phase Dir H-F Anti. Aliasing Off
NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
are shaded):

FOV 260 Phase Dir H-F
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2

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38. Change the orientation of the FOV phantom within the QD head coil so that the
phantom is in the COR plane (lay the FOV phantom on its back).

Scan Plane COR MTC Off
NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
are shaded):

Slice Plane COR S.Presat 0 Shot Num. 64 Prescan Auto
FOV 260 Phase Dir R-L
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2

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NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
are shaded):

FOV 260 Phase Dir H-F
TR 500 MTC Off
FA 90
Multi Slice 1
Thickness 10
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
Half Scan Off
NSA 2

48. Remove the FOV phantom from the QD head coil.
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MPG Pulse Adjustment – Correction Adjustment
Note: The goal of the MPG pulse adjustment is to maximize the signal to noise ratio
(SNR) in the x-axis, y-axis, and z-axis directions.
49. Set the Nickel aqueous solution phantom No. 3 in the QD head coil.
50. Position the head QD head coil in the center of the magnetic field.
51. Center phantom in the QD head coil in the magnet and check its position by
scanogram with Prescan set to “ON”.

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
53. Run the MPG Pulse x-axis adjustment scan using the following parameters:

Sequence 2D DWEPI Vol Shim Auto Inter.E.Time 5
FOV 300 Phase Dir H-F MPGint 60
TR 500 MTC Off A-P [%] 0
FA 90 R-L [%] 100
Multi Slice 1 H-F [%] 0
Thickness 10 S-delta 35.0
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

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54. Note the signal to noise ratio (SNR).
55. Start the “System Table Editor” from the “T/M Manager”
56. Select “MPG Pulse Coefficient Setting Tool” from “Popup Tool”.
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57. Change the X correction by –10 and press “Memory Write” to save the value.
58. Repeat the scan.
59. If the value of the value of the SNR increases, make the X correction in the “MPG
Pulse Coefficient Setting Tool” more negative and repeat the scan. If the value of the
SNR decreases, make the X correction more positive and repeat the scan. Continue
this process of changing and X correction and scanning until the SNR is maximized.
Be sure to save the final X correction value.

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
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62. Run the MPG Pulse y-axis adjustment scan using the following parameters:

FOV 300 Phase Dir R-L MPGint 60
FA 90 R-L [%] 0
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

Rect .FOV Off Gating Off Cont.Agent Off Truncation Off
66. Change the Y correction by –10 and press “Memory Write” to save the value.
68. If the value of the value of the SNR increases, make the Y correction in the “MPG
SNR decreases, make the Y correction more positive and repeat the scan. Continue
this process of changing and Y correction and scanning until the SNR is maximized.
Be sure to save the final Y correction value.
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NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
71. Run the MPG Pulse z-axis adjustment scan using the following parameters:

TR 500 MTC Off A-P [%] 100
FA 90 R-L [%] 0
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

75. Change the Z correction by –10 and press “Memory Write” to save the value.
77. If the value of the value of the SNR increases, make the Z correction in the “MPG
SNR decreases, make the Z correction more positive and repeat the scan. Continue
this process of changing and Z correction and scanning until the SNR is maximized.
Be sure to save the final Z correction value.
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MPG Pulse Adjustment -- Offset Adjustment

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
80. Obtain a reference image for the x-axis by performing a scan using the following
parameters:
Note: The reference image is just an SE-EPI (MPGint is set to 0).

FA 90 Half Echo Off R-L [%] 100
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

81. Change the MPGint value to 67 (located in the Particular tab).
82. Perform a scan.
83. Compare the x-axis reference image and the image obtained in Step 82. If you see a
drastic change in quality, call technical support at the home office.
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84. Start the “Raw Data Analyzer II” from the “T/M Manager”. Both the “Raw Data
Analyzer II” screen and the “Raw Data Load” screen will appear.
85. On the “Raw Data Load” screen, click Memory.
After about 15 seconds, the message “Load OK” will appear in the lower left corner
of the “Raw Data Load” screen.
86. On the “Raw Data Load” screen, select Channel 1.
87. On the “Raw Data Load screen, click Load.
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88. In the “Raw Data Analyzer II” screen, click the button that says “Real/Image” once to
get the ABS button to appear, then check to see if the peak position of the Raw Data
is at the center (64th point) in the phase direction (vertical direction) by looking at the
“max whole” entry as shown in the following figure. If the peak position is at the
center, skip to Step 92. Otherwise, proceed to Step 89.
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90. Change the X offset and press “Memory Write” to save the value. As a general rule,
changing the offset value by 1 changes the peak position of the raw data by 0.5.
91. Return to Step 82.
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NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
94. Obtain a reference image for the y-axis by performing a scan using the following
parameters:

Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

95. Change the MPGint value to 67 (located in the Particular tab).
96. Perform a scan.
97. Compare the y-axis reference image and the image obtained in Step 96. If you see a
drastic change in quality, call technical support at the home office.
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of the “Raw Data Load” screen.
101. On the “Raw Data Load” screen, click Load.
102. In the “Raw Data Analyzer II” screen, check to see if the peak position of the
Raw Data is at the center (64th point) in the phase direction (vertical direction). If
the peak position is at the center, skip to Step 106. Otherwise, proceed to Step
103.
104. Change the Y offset and press “Memory Write” to save the value. As a general
rule, changing the offset value by 1 changes the peak position of the raw data by
0.5.

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
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108. Obtain a reference image for the z-axis by performing a scan using the following
parameters:

FOV 300 Phase Dir A-P MPGint 0
TR 500 MTC Off A-P [%] 100
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
NSA 4

109. Change the MPGint value to 67 (located in the Particular tab)
110. Perform a scan.
111. Compare the z-axis reference image and the image obtained in Step 110. If you
see a drastic change in quality, call technical support at the home office.
of the “Raw Data Load” screen
115. On the “Raw Data Analyzer II” screen, click Load.
116. In the “Raw Data Analyzer II” screen, check to see if the peak position of the
Raw Data is at the center (64th point) in the phase direction (vertical direction). If
the peak position is at the center, skip to Step 122. Otherwise, proceed to Step
117.
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118. Change the Z offset and press “Memory Write” to save the value. As a general
rule, changing the offset value by 1 changes the peak position of the raw data by
0.5.
SNR Check

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
122. Perform three (3) scans using the following parameters.

FA 90 R-L [%] 57
Multi Echo 1 S-delta 35.0
Angle# 1
Thickness 10
Dual Slice Off
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
Half Scan Off
NSA 4

123. Verify that the average SNR from these three scans is 174 +/- 35.
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124. Repeat step 122 with value of MPGint set to 60 (located in the Particular
tab). The average SNR of the three scans should be 85 +/- 17.
125. Perform a service backup.
Quality Assurance

NSA 1
TR 300
Multi-Slice 3
128. In Steps 129 to 137 you will run three scans. You need to take films of the
resulting images from each scan with the Window set to 750 and the Level set
to 350. These films are then to be submitted to the service department at the
home office for approval, along with a completed and signed pre-installation
checklist (send to either Doug Cox or Steve Stofiel).
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129. Perform a scan using the following parameters:

Slice Plane TRS S.Presat Off Shot Num. 18 Prescan Auto
FOV 240 Phase Dir R-L MPGint 85%
TR 4800 Rephase Off A-P [%] 0
TE1/TE2 120.1 Navi Echo On R-L [%] 0
FA 90 Bandwidth 56 H-F [%] 84
Slice 6/8mm B factor 613
Thickness/
Interval
Multi Slice 18 S-delta 40
Angle# 1 E. Alloc Cent.
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
Half Scan Off
NSA 1

Anti. Aliasing Off Breath-hold Off Shading Auto
Recon Matrix Auto Dynamic Off Adaptive On
Adp Sec A|1+E0
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130. Compare the resulting images with those shown below. Your images should be of
similar or better quality.
131. Print out a copy of your images in the same format as the images shown in step
130 and mail them to Doug Cox at the home office.
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TR 4800 Rephase Off A-P [%] 84%
TE1/TE2 120.1 Navi Echo On R-L [%] 0
Thickness/
Interval
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
Half Scan Off
NSA 1

Rect.FOV Off Gating Off Cont.Agent Off Truncation Off
Anti.aliasing Off Breath-hold Off Shading Auto
ReconMatrix Auto Dynamic Off Adaptive On
Adp Sec A|1+E0
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TR 4800 Rephase Off A-P [%] 0
TE1/TE2 120.1 Navi Echo On R-L [%] 84%
Thickness/
Interval
Freq# 128
Phase# 128
Half Scan Off
NSA 1

Rect.FOV Off Gating Off Cont.Agent Off Truncation Off
Anti.aliasing Off Breath-hold Off Shading Auto
ReconMatrix Auto Dynamic Off Adaptive On
Adp Sec A|1+E0
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Troubleshooting (Home)
If EPI image quality is not acceptable, do the following:
• Verify that Eddy currents are within specification.
• Verify that the slew rates are adjusted properly.
• Verify that the shim is within specification.
• Verify that the compensator is adjusted properly.
• Verify that the transmitter has no reflected power.
• Verify that gating is fully operational.
• If any changes have been made to the system that have resulted in the alteration of the
GC waveform (e.g., Eddy currents or shim are adjusted), re-measure the characteristic
matrix.
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. AIRIS II, AIRIS, MRP7000, MRP 5000 System Procedure
Troubleshooting Receiver Coils Using the MJ1 Coil

Analyzer
• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Procedure
The goal of this procedure is to show field engineers how to use the MJ1 coil analyzer to
troubleshoot several common coil problems.
Background (Home)
The MJ1 coil analyzer is designed to enable field engineers to quickly perform the
following tests:
Name Function Description Switch Settings

Selector Power
QUAD Tuning Diode Determines if the tuning Looks for voltage drop QUAD TUNE
Test diode circuits in a across the saddle and
quadrature coil or solenoid solenoid diodes. The test
only coil are operating is capable of determining
properly. both open and short
conditions, including the
MAC Tuning Diode Determines if the tuning 100-ohm short some coils MAC TUNE
Test diode circuits in a multiple read when a tuning diode
array coil are operating shorts.
properly
Coil ID Pin Test Determines if a cable is Tests and identifies which QUAD TUNE or
operating properly. coil ID pins are shorted to DEC
pin 7.
Decoupling Diode Determines if there is This is a complete test of DEC DEC
Test I continuity in the decoupling functionality
decoupling circuit of a for coils with serial
Note: Works ONLY coil. decoupling circuits, but
for AIRIS I and only a partial test of
AIRIS II systems Note: Does not detect decoupling functionality
shorted decoupling for coils with parallel
diodes decoupling circuits.
Decoupling Diode Determines if the In this test, the MJ1 is DEC DEC
Test II decoupling circuit in a coil used in conjunction with
is operating properly. the hand held Z-meter to
Note: Works ONLY identify intermittent
for AIRIS I and Note: Does not detect decoupling problems.
AIRIS II systems shorted decoupling
diodes
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The following tools are required to use the MJ1 coil analyzer:
1. MJ1 Coil Analyzer:

MRP 5000 Connector
MRP 7000
Connector
AIRS I and AIRIS
II Connector
Selector Switch
Power Switch
Power Plug (12 or 9 VDC)
Selector Switch
Power Switch
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2. Power Supply (12 volt, 500 mA) and Adaptor
Power Supply
Adaptor
! NOTICE
The power supply’s adaptor must be attached to the power supply

as shown in the following figure, with the (+) label on the adaptor
aligned with the “Tip” label on the power supply’s plug. Failure to
attach the adaptor and power supply in this way will result in
damage to the MJ1 coil analyzer.
Adaptor’s (+) Label
Power Supply’s
“Tip” Label
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Procedure (Home)
1. Assemble the MJ1 power supply and adaptor as shown on page 3.
2. Connect the MJ1 power supply to the MJ1 coil analyzer and a room outlet.
3. Connect the MJ1 coil analyzer to the coil you will test. The following figure shows an
example of the MJ12 coil analyzer connected to an AIRIS II shoulder coil:
4. Determine which of the following tests you wish to perform:
If you want to perform the . . . Then proceed to step . . .

QUAD Tuning Diode Test 5
MAC Tuning Diode Test 7
Coil ID Pin Test 9
Decoupling Diode Test I 12
Decoupling Diode Test II 14
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Quad Tuning Diode Test
5. Configure the MJ1 coil analyzer as shown below:
• Power Switch: TUNE

• Selection Switch: QUAD
6. If the quadrature tuning diode circuitry is operating properly, both “GOOD” lights
will be lit. The “GOOD” lights are identified in the following figure:
MAC Tuning Diode Test

• Selection Switch: MAC
8. If the multiple array coil tuning is a quadrature coil and its diode circuitry is
operating properly, both “GOOD” lights will be lit. If the multiple array coil tuning is
a solenoid coil and its diode circuitry is operating properly, the channel B “GOOD”
lights will be lit and the channel A “SHORT” light will be lit.
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Coil ID Pin Test

• Selection Switch: QUAD
10. Wiggle the coil plug back and forth. Wiggling the plug should NOT cause the coil ID
LED’s on the MJ1 coil analyzer to flicker. If the coil ID LED’s turn on and off while
you are moving the plug, you could have a worn out coil cable plug or a damaged
wire in the cable. The coil ID LED’s are identified in the following figure:
11. Repeat step 10 with the power switch set to the DEC test position.
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Decoupling Diode Test I
• Power Switch: DEC

• Selection Switch: DEC
13. If the multiple array coil tuning diode circuitry is operating properly, both decoupling
lights will be lit. The decoupling lights are identified in the following figure:
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Decoupling Diode Test 2
14. Attach the MJ1 coil analyzer, hand-held Z meter, and coil as shown in the following
figure:
Hand-Held
Impedance Meter
Attachment
AIRIS II Coil
Attachment
15. Configure the MJ1 coil analyzer as follows:
• Power Switch: DEC

• Selection Switch: DEC
16. Observe the curve on the hand-held impedance meter.
17. Pick up the coil and physically flex it. While flexing, observe the curve on the hand-
held impedance meter. If the coil is operating properly, the curve should not change
shape. If the shape of the curve changes (you see a spike, a notch appear, etc.) the coil
likely has a problem with one or more of its surface mount capacitors.
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Installing and Adjusting the FatSep Software Option

• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Installation and Adjustment
The goal of this procedure is to install, adjust, and troubleshoot the AIRIS II FatSep
software option. The FatSep software option is available in system versions V4.2A and
up.
Background (Home)
The purpose of the FatSep software option is to enable users to obtain an image for water
and an image for fat separately. Adjusting the software during installation consists of
getting the differences between the FOV’s of water and fat images to be within 1mm of
each other. This procedure does not deal with adjusting the FOV’s themselves.
NOTE: This procedure will be much easier to perform if you ensure that the system’s
FOV’s are adjusted properly before you start.
• FatSep system option software

• Head QD coil
• FOV phantom
• No. 3 phantom
• FatSep Excel spreadsheet
• Laptop computer
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Installation (Home)
Registration of Option Software
1. Install the FatSep option software:
a) Turn off the CPU

b) Slide the EPI option software disk into OD drive.
c) Turn on the CPU
d) Follow the option load instructions
2. Use the key MOD to register the T/M license and select the scan card.
3. If EPI option software has already been installed on the system skip to step 7,
otherwise proceed to step 4.
4. From the T/M Manager, open the “GC Slew Rate Adjustment” screen and note the
slew rate values for X, Y, and Z.
System Control Button ! Service Diagnostics ! T/M Manager ! GC Slew Rate

Adjustment
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5. Access the “EPI Setting Tool” screen
System Control Button ! Service Diagnostics ! T/M Manager ! System Table

Editor ! Popup Tool ! EPI Setting Tool
6. Record the Slew Rate Values for X, Y, and Z in their respective Rtime columns for
each of the four cases.
Example: If the slew rate value for X is 140, enter 140 in the X-Rtime column for
case 1, case 2, case 3, and case 4.
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FatSepS Adjustment
7. Set the No. 3 phantom in the head QD coil.
8. Position the head QD coil in the center of the magnetic field.
11. Replace the No. 3 phantom in the head QD coil with the FOV phantom in the coronal
plane.
scanogram.
13. Access the “FatSep Coefficient Setting Tool” screen
System Control Button ! Service Diagnostics ! T/M Manager ! System Table Editor
! Popup Tool ! FatSep Coefficient Setting Tool
14. Reset all of the FatSepS and FatSepG values to 0 as shown in the following figure:
15. Save the changes and close the screen.
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16. Open the FatSep.xls file on your laptop computer and click on the “1. FatSepS Cor
(R-L)” tab.
17. Run a scan using the following parameters:
Basic Tab Technique Tab Particular Tab Matrix Tab

Slice Plane COR S.Presat 0 Org.Image On Rect FOV Off
Sequence FatSepS VolShim Auto Calc Image Off AntiAlias Off
FOV 260 Phase Dir R-L ReconMatrix Auto
TR 200 AMI 0 Cut Frame Off
TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1
Gate Tab Dynamic Tab Filter Tab Others Tab

Gating Off ContAgent Off Truncation Off Prescan Auto
BreathHold Off Shading Off CarryOffset Mag
Dynamic Off Adaptive Off Line/Box Line
Fluoro Off K Space Off Inf.FOV Yes
W-Width1 1000 StackMode Normal
W-Level1 500 SliceOrder P!A
G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
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18. Measure the FOV of the resulting image using the FOV of the “Maint” card.
19. Enter the FOV measurements in the corresponding FOV measurement section of the
FatSep.xls spreadsheet, as shown in the following figure:
Note 1: In this example, the X-FOV from the first image was 97.0 mm, the Y-FOV
from the first image was 100.3, the X-FOV from the second image was 99.0, and the
Y-FOV from the second image was 96.0.
Note 2: The goal is to get the difference between the X-FOV’s to ≤ 1.0 mm and the
difference between the Y-FOV’s to ≤ 1.0 mm. The spreadsheet automatically
calculates these differences for you.
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20. Note the status of the spreadsheet tab after entering in all four of the FOV
measurements.
a) If the status of the spreadsheet changes to “Complete” as shown in the following

figure, skip to step 23.
b) If the status of the spreadsheet remains “Incomplete” as shown in the following

figure, proceed to step 21.
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21. After entering in the FOV measurements, the spreadsheet automatically calculates
new X-Phase and Y-Freq correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
Coefficient Setting Tool” screen. In the example below, the correction values are 100
and 100 respectively.
22. Return to step 17.
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23. Click on the “2. FatSepS Cor (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your laptop
computer, as shown in the following figure:
24. Run an scan using the following parameters:

FOV 260 Phase Dir H-F ReconMatrix Auto
TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
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26. Enter the FOV measurements in the corresponding FOV measurement section on the
“2. FatSepS Cor (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
a) If the status of the spreadsheet changes to “Complete”, skip to step 30.
b) If the status of the spreadsheet remains “Incomplete”, proceed to step 28.
new “X-Freq” and “Y-Phase” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
Coefficient Setting Tool” screen.
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30. Click on the “3. FatSepS SAG (A-P)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your
laptop computer.
31. Change the position of the FOV phantom to the SAG position.
scanogram.

Slice Plane SAG S.Presat 0 Org.Image On Rect FOV Off
FOV 260 Phase Dir A-P ReconMatrix Auto
TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
“3. FatSepS SAG (A-P)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
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measurements.
new “X-Freq” and “Z-Phase” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
39. Click on the “4. FatSepS SAG (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your
laptop computer.

TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
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“4. FatSepS SAG (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
44. After entering in the FOV measurements, the spreadsheet automatically calculates the
“X-Phase” and “Z-Freq” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
FatSepG Adjustment
46. Set the No. 3 phantom in the head QD coil.
47. Position the head QD coil in the center of the magnetic field.
50. Replace the No. 3 phantom in the head QD coil with the FOV phantom.
scanogram.
52. Open the FatSep.xls file on your laptop computer and click on the “5. FatSepG Cor
(R-L)” tab.
53. Change the position of the FOV phantom to the COR position.
scanogram.
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Sequence FatSepG VolShim Auto Calc Image Off AntiAlias Off
FOV 260 Phase Dir R-L ReconMatrix Auto
TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
57. Enter the FOV measurements in the corresponding FOV measurement section of the
FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
new X-Phase and Y-Freq correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
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61. Click on the “6. FatSepG COR (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your
laptop computer.

TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
“6. FatSepG COR (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
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new “X-Freq” and “Y-Phase” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
68. Click on the “7. FatSepG SAG (A-P)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your
laptop computer.
69. Change the position of the FOV phantom to the SAG position.
scanogram.

FOV 260 Phase Dir A-P ReconMatrix Auto
TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
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“7. FatSepG SAG (A-P)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
new “X-Freq” and “Z-Phase” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
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77. Click on the “8. FatSepG SAG (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet on your
laptop computer.

TE1 40 Bandwidth 30
FA 90 MTC Off
Multi- 1
Slice
Angle# 1
Interval 5
Dual Slice Off
Thickness 5
Freq# 256
Phase# 256
NSA 1

G.Intvl On
RcokSelect A
Maint Off
“8. FatSepG SAG (H-F)” tab in the FatSep.xls spreadsheet.
measurements.
a) If the status of the spreadsheet changes to “Complete”, the procedure is complete.

You have successfully installed and adjusted the FatSep option software.
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82. After entering in the FOV measurements, the spreadsheet automatically calculates the
“X-Phase” and “Z-Freq” correction values. Enter these values into the “FatSep
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Revision 1.1 put a good DaisyLab 5.5 s/n in document. Jan 16, 01 Stofiel
We will perform the following steps, I will attempt to break it down into small chunks so mistakes can be
minimized,
1. Install the A/D card

2. Install the driver for the A/D card from the DataIO CD
3. Intall DaisyLab Software (we need to have DaisyLab installed so there is a place to put the DaisyLab
Drivers in the next step)
4. Install from the DataIO CD a second time for the DaisyLab Drivers
5. Test the A/D Using the control panel
6. Copy from the enclosed floppy the custom Hitachi DSB files
7. Create a short cut on the desk top to make it easier to start the program
Step 1 INSTALL THE A/D Converter
Insert A/D convert into PCMIA Slot, open the slot on the side of the computer and press in the A/D card, if
you have an Ethernet card remove it and install the 216B A/D.
Step 2 INSTALL THE Software drivers for the A/D
Turn On computer and allow it to boot

The computer should say
“New Hardware found:

Data I/O ad converter
Add New Hardware Wizard (will start)
This wizard searches for new drivers for…
IOtech Inc-PCMCIA 16 bit Analog Input
Press NEXT>
Insert Data Acquisition software disk
Press the button that says …“search for the best driver for your device(recommended)
Press NEXT> on the window
Window will ask where to look for the driver

Press the button that says..
Check “CD-ROM” drive button
Press Next>
A new window will appear and it will say at the bottom “location of the driver’
D:\IOTDAQPC>INF (depending on your computer your disk maybe E: or some

other letter drive that’s ok)
Step 2 continues
Press Next>
A finished message will say “windows has finished installing the software that your new hardware device
requires.
Press Finish
Let the computer finish its booting process
Go Start then control panel and then settings then Control Panel
Open the System Icon by double clicking
Press the Device manager tab
You should now have a symbol called DataAcquisition. IF YOU DON’T SOMETHING
IS WRONG STOP CALL
STOFIEL IN TS
Remove the DataIO CD
----------------------------------------END OF INSTALLING THE A/D DRIVERS-------------------------------

Step 3
---------------START OF INSTALLING DASYLab PROGRAM
Install the daisy lab 5.0 CD
The start screen should if it doesn’t then double click the cd rom on the computer icon
Click “select English language here” (unless you speak German)
Click Installation the middle button
Click Full Version Installation the top button
Click installation Full Version
Click 32 Installation Full Version
Welcome….
Welcome to the DASYLab setup program…
Click Next.
Enter a name and HMSA
Enter the following serial numbers and Install Key
E-QEWQOZ-DTZVTK-FUNWXV-SWJJUA-14845 Note O is the letter O not a number
Press NEXT>
Setup will install DASYLab in the following directory….
C:\Program Files\DasyLab 5.5\
Press Next>
Setup will add program icons to the Program Folder….
DASYLab 5.5 32 Bit
Press Next>
Setup Type
Select the button Typical
Press Next>
Select Driver
Press Clear ALL then
Press in front of the following item, there MUST be a check mark in front of the device!
Select from the list “Iotech: DaqBook Series (32 bit) 1375K
Then select Next>
Step 4 continues
Select IEEE-Support
Press the button called Iotech IEEE
Press Next>
DASYLap will be installed with the following settings:…
Press Next>
Dasylab will now be installed…wait until if finishes
Press Finish when completed
Remove the DSAYLab 5.0 CD
--------------------END OF INSTALLATION OF DASYLAB PROGRAM----------------

Step 5
---------------------START OF INSTALLING DAISY LAB DRIVERS FROM THE DATAIO CD------
Install the Data acquisition CD Again
A screen will appear called Welcome to the Data Acquisition Software Setup
Press I Agree (after it autostarts)
Check the following two items under the 32Bit Column
DAQ PC-Card Support

DASYLab Drivers
Press Start Install
“Welcome to the Iotech DaqX Software Setup…..
Press NEXT>
Setup will add program icons to the Program Folder listed below…..
Iotech DaqX Software
Press Next>
Setup will install Iotech DaqX Software in the following directory.
C:\Program Files\DaqX
Press Next>
Setup has enough information to start copying the program files…..
Press Next>
“All files were successfully installed. Press “ok”…
Press OK>
“For most products you must create a software configuration that..
Press NEXT>
“Your software has been integrated with DIAdem to provide ….
Press NEXT>
“your software includes electronic versions of the user…..
Press NEXT>
Setup has competed the installation of Iotech DaqXSoftware….
Uncheck Yes I want to veiw the readme file

Step 5 continues
Press Finish>
Wait, Wait the CD drive will be accessed again in a few second
Installing DAQ* Drives for DASYLab rev 5.06
“Welcome to the Daq* Driver for DASYLab….
Press NEXT>
Setup will install DAQ* drivers for DASYLAb in the ……
C;\Program Files\DASYLab5.0\
Press Next>
“select the drivers you wish to install
the following should be checked
DaqBook/Board, Wavebook, TempBook

Personal Daq 55/56
Press Next>
The drivers for Dasylab will be installed in Dasylab directory
Installation Complete
Press OK>
Do you want to view the read me file from Installation Disk
Press No>
Would you like to register.
Press NO>
---------------End of the installation of the DaisyLab drivers from the DataIO disk-----
STEP ?
--------------Starting control panel task to recognize the A/D/test----------------
Press Start in the lower left corner and go to settings and open the control panel
Look for the icon in the control panel called DAQ configuration click on it to open
A window will open called DAQ Configuration
There should be a little picture of a computer and says(no devices)
Click ADD Device on the bottom
Select Device Type
Press the down arrow behind the DaqBook/100 Name
Select Daq216B from the list (DONT Select 216 or 216A it must be 216B)
Press OK
Daq properties will appear in a window
DaqPCCard0
Daq/216B
Socket 1
Interrupt Request 11
Input/Ouput Range 1070-1077
Press OK>
Press tab at the top called Test Hardware
Press Resource Test at the bottom of that window.
If the device is working and it passes test you will see a screen like this the numbers may NOT be exact!
Resource Tests
Bass Address Test !Passed

Interrupt Level Test -> Passed
Performance Tests
Adc Fifo Input Speed ->289003 samples/sec

Dac Fifo Output Speed -> 281390 samples/sec
Press OK>
Press Close on the Daq Confuration
-----------------END OF TESTING A/D via control panel-------------------------

Step 6
----------------Start of installation of our DSB files--------------------------------
INSTALLING OUR DSB FILES
Double click on the My Computer Icon
Double click on the C: ICON
Double click on the Program Files folder
Double click on the DASYLab 5.0 folder
Double click on the WORKSHEETS Folder
Select all of those dsb files by pressing cntrl A
after all those files are selected press delete key
“Are you sure you want to send these 14 items to the Recycle Bin?
Press Yes>
Leave open the worksheets folder
Insert the floppy disk supplied with the disks
Double click the My computer on the desk top again
Double click on the 3.5 inch floppy icon

All the dsb files will be displayed
Select all the dsb files on the floppy by
Press ctrl A to select all the dsb’s
Drag all the dsb’s from the floppy to the folder called Worksheet
Eject the floppy
Close the floppy and worksheet windows with the X in the upper right hand corner
Reboot computer
Start DASYLab32 by start programs and DASYLab 5.5 32 Bit and DSAYLab 5.5 32 Bit
when the program starts then
Click on the icon on the top bar that looks like a circuit pcb
Hardware configuration window will appear
Double Click on the DaqBook/100 icon

STEP 6 continues
Select 216B (DO NOT SELECT 216 or 216A)
Press OK
It will say “New unit selected, please exit and restart program….
Press OK
Press OK at the Hardware configuration
Exit DaisyLab with File and exit

------------------------------------END OF INSTALLING OUR DSB FILES-----------------
STEP 7
---------------------------START OF CREATING A SHORT CUT--------------------------
LETS CREATE A SHORT CUT SO IT IS EASIER TO START.
Double click the My Computer Icon
Double click the C: Drive
Double click the Program Files folder
Double click the DASYLab 5.5 folder
Double click the Worksheets folder
Highlight the HOME.DSB file
RIGHT CLICK THE HOME.DSB file
Select “Create Shortcut”
This will create a “shortcut to Home.dsb”
Drag the Home.dsb to your desk top
Close the worksheets folder by clicking on the X
Go to the shortcut to home.dsb and double click on it
A window will appear that says
Click the program you want to use to open……
Press the “Other..” button
Open the C: drive
Open the Program Files folder
Open the DASYLab 5.5 folder
Highlight Dasylab and press OPEN
Press ok at the open with window
Dasy LAB 32 should now start after it loaded the first .DSB file
Press the START arrow key in the upper left hand corner.
----------------------END OF CREATING A SHORT CUT-----------------------

Done
COMPLEX IMPEDANCE
ANALYZER TECHNICAL
GUIDE
200
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
7 8 9
WIDTH FREQ
4 5 6
ON 1 2 3 E
N
T
EXAM E
OFF 0 PLOT R
COIL THEORY
FREQUENCY
RESONANCE
Impedance Curve
Z
= =
Parallel Resonant Circuit
FREQUENCY
FREQUENCY
RESONANCE
Coil Unloaded • High Impedance

• High Q
Z
=
FREQUENCY
Coil Phantom
Loaded FREQUENCY
RESONANCE
Z • Lower Impedance
• Lower Q
=
FREQUENCY
CABLE CALIBRATION
24 FT
12.7MHZ
MRP 7000
AIRIS
This cable only!
MRP 5000
Add this
extension!
EXTENSION
200
8.5MHZ
12 FT
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
1. Power on CIA unit.
7 8 9 2. Enter system frequency, for
example, the frequency is 12.710
WIDTH FREQ
MHz. Depress 1,2,7,1,0,enter.
(You may re-enter the center
4 5 6 frequency at any time during
measurement.)
3. Connect test cables and adapters
ON 1 2 3 E
only.
N Do not connect to system!
4. Turn
T on grid (F2 Key).
EXAM 5. Select
E the Min-Max scale (F4
OFF 0 PLOT R
Key).
6. Select appropriate Span (Width
Key) for accurate tuning.
PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
• Do not transmit with the analyzer connected to the

system, even with the receiver coil outside the magnet it
is possible for enough energy coupling to damage the
analyzer!
• Do not image with the analyzer powered on. The
instrument will generate enough signals to produce
artifacts.
• Use the analyzer with supplied power supply only.
Batteries are not recommended because of the high
magnetic field. The instrument may be used inside the
magnet without batteries.
• The analyzer was designed for calibration and
troubleshooting of the receiver coils, it may also be used
to check and troubleshoot the transmitter coil, and it
should not be used for the initial calibration of the
AIRIS transmitter coils. The power of this analyzer
was limited to –16db to accommodate passive de-
coupled coils, limiting the measurement accuracy with
50-ohm circuits. After the AIRIS transmitter is tuned
with the HP 4193 then check and record your impedance
curve findings with the Handheld Analyzer for future
tuning reference.
• For the best accuracy, always check the calibration of
your test cables and adapters at the MRI system’s
center frequency.
RECEIVER COIL TUNING
OR TESTING
MAGNET
COIL IN COIL OUT
BED
With the coil out of the magnet and the

200
appropriate tuning voltage applied, note the
150
resonant frequency is low (varies from coil to
100
coil depending on it’s size).
50
0
W:50K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
With the coil in the magnet, notice the coil’s
200 resonant frequency is nearly 12.700 MHz.
150 This change in frequency is due to the
100 capacitive coupling between the receiver coil,
50 transmitter, gradient shield and the magnet.
0
W:50K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
Toggling the Width DN, notice the coil
200
resonant frequency is slightly low and
150
requires tuning. Tune connected coil until
100
the Impedance curve is centered on the
50
MRI system’s center frequency.
0
W:20K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
200
150 TA DAH...
100
50
TUNED!
0
W:20K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
200 Toggle the Width DN; notice coil remains

150 tuned (Depending on the “Q” of the test coil,
100 experiment with the width to determine the
50 best resolution for tuning.).
0
W:10K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
APPLICATIONS
200
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
MRP 7000/5000
TEST
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
CONNECTION
7 8 9
WIDTH FREQ
4 5 6
ON 1 2 3 E
N
T
EXAM E
OFF 0 PLOT R
A
APPLICATIONS
200
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
AIRIS I, II
TEST
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
CONNECTION
7 8 9
WIDTH FREQ
4 5 6
ON 1 2 3 E
N
T
EXAM E
OFF 0 PLOT R
AIRIS
A
ADC INTERFACE
DECOUPLING
DISPLAY
IMPEDANCE CURVE
DEVICE UNDER TEST
GRID CENTER FREQUENCY

MARKER
200
150
100
50 MODE
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
FREQUENCY CENTER FREQUENCY

SCALE MHz
FREQUENCY WIDTH IMPEDANCE

RANGES
• 1 MHz/DIV OHMS @ FREQUENCY CENTER
• 500 kHz/DIV
• 200 kHz/DIV
• 100 kHz/DIV IMPEDANCE SCALE
• 50 kHz/DIV RANGES
• 20 kHz/DIV • MAX – MIN
• 10 kHz/DIV • 0 – 800 OHMS
• 0 kHz/DIV • 0 – 200 OHMS
• 0 – 80 OHMS
FUNCTIONS
200
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
MENU GRID TOGGLE SCALE TOGGLE

ADJUST DISPLAY
CONTRAST MODE TOGGLE
(UNUSED)
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
SWEEP WIDTH 7 8 9
FREQUENCY SPAN WIDTH FREQ
DATA TOGGLE
4 5 6 (UNUSED)
ON 1 2 3 E
N
T
EXAM E
OFF 0 PLOT R
DIGITS 0-9 FREEZE DISPLAY

USED TO ENTER TOGGLE
CENTER TEST FREQUENCY
INPUTS
½ WAVE CABLE/COIL INPUT
UNUSED SERIAL 12V

12VDC/300ma INPUT
ANTENNA (ONLY!)
½ Wave Test Cable
PREAMP-B
PREAMP-A
200
150
100
50
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5
7 8 9
WIDTH FREQ
4 5 6
ON 1 2 3 E
N
T
EXAM E
OFF 0 PLOT R
CIA-MRI KIT
24 FT
12.7MHZ
12 FT EXTENSION
8.5MHZ
12VDC
300ma
TROUBLESHOOTING
Receiver Coils
MAGNET
COIL
COIL IN
OUT
BED
COIL OR NO COIL?
200 Set the receiver coil in the magnet, observe a
150 normal impedance curve. Also observe the
100 coil resonant frequency changes with the tune
50 value (remember to disconnect analyzer
0 when the tune value is changed).
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
INTERMITTENT CABLE
200
OR CONNECTIONS
150 Wiggle the cables and observe the display,
100 remember the screen updates every 2
50 seconds so be patient.... This curve looks
0 like a bad cable.
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R
200 CHECKING ACTIVE

150 DE-COUPLING
100 Move the coil out of the magnet. Observe a
50 normal impedance curve with the coil
0 resonant frequency lower than it was in the
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R magnet. Then switch the de-coupling switch
on; note the impedance curve flattens to low
impedance, nearly a straight line. Switch to
200 off and observe curve returns too normal.
150 This function is checked with the coil out of
100 the magnet to eliminate the influence of the
50 transmitter coil. Remember the transmitter
0 coil is on when the receiver coil is active de-
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:250.0 R coupled.
TROUBLESHOOTING
& TUNING
Airis Transmitter coil
Connect the analyzer to each of four channels and

800
observe with the test de-coupling switch off. Note the
600
impedance curve of each transmitter coil (as shown in
400
the drawing below, connect the analyzer to each
200 respective output to the transmitter coil, at the back of
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:460.0 R
the Power Amp). The curve should have impedance
higher than 400 ohms at the MRI system’s center
frequency. If the transmitter de-coupling diode or
200
connection is shorted, usually the curve will look like
150 the example below.
100
50 Turn on the test de-coupling switch. Observe the
0 center frequency impedance is 50 +/- 5 ohms; also
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:50.0 R
notice the curve shape has the characteristics shown in
the example. If the transmitter de-coupling diode or
80 connection is open, usually the curve will look like the
60 previous example. Observe or adjust if necessary the
40 impedance curve to be centered on the MRI system’s
20 center frequency (variable capacitor “Cr” adjustment)
0 and the impedance = 50 Ohms (variable capacitor
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:50.0 R “Cm”).
TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER
POWER AMP COIL
TROUBLESHOOTING
& TUNING
MRP 5000 & 7000 Transmitter coils
800 Connect the analyzer to each of four channels and

600 observe with the test-shorting bar off. Note the
400 impedance curve of each transmitter coil (as shown in
200 the drawing below, connect the analyzer to each
0 respective output to the transmitter coil, at the back of
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:460.0 R the Power Amp). The curve should have impedance
higher than 400 ohms at the MRI system’s center
200 frequency. If the transmitter de-coupling diodes or the
150 shorting bar left in, usually the curve will look like the
100 example below.
50
0 Short the test-shorting bar. Observe the center
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:50.0 R frequency impedance is 50 +/- 5 ohms; also notice
the curve shape has the characteristics shown in the
80 example. If the transmitter connection is open, usually
60
the curve will look like the previous example. Observe
or adjust if necessary the impedance curve to be
40
centered on the MRI system’s center frequency
20
(variable capacitor “Cr” adjustment) and the
0
W:100K:DIV Fc:12.700 R:50.0 R impedance = 50 Ohms (variable capacitor “Cm”).
Don’t forget to remove the shorting bar when finished.
TRANSMITTER TRANSMITTER
POWER AMP COIL
HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. Altaire System Procedure
Part Number: L0E-BMA127-1 August 16, 2001
Operating the JB Shim Plotter

• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Setup
• Data Collection
The goal of this procedure is to setup and acquire data with the automatic shim plotter,
the JB Shim Plotter, on Altaire systems.
Background (Home)
The JB Shim Plotter enables service engineers to collect shim data on Altaire systems
automatically. This is much faster than manual shim data acquisition.
• JB Shim Plotter
• MagFlux kit
• 9/16” socket
• 3/16” Allen wrench
• 3/16” screw driver
• String (~20 feet)
1
Setup (Home)
1. Unbolt the JB Shim Plotter from the shipping crate using a 9/16 inch socket wrench.
2. Carry the JB Shim Plotter into the scan room.
! NOTICE
To prevent damage to the JB Shim Plotter, carry it by holding its

center beam and/or base as shown in the following figures:
Hold onto this center beam
2
3. Place the shim plotter on the Altaire table as shown in the following figure:
4. Unclamp the z-axis piece of the plotter using a 3/16” Allen wrench as shown in the
following figures. The z-axis piece is L-shaped and has the two metric rulers attached
to it:
z-axis piece
3
5. Reattach the brackets that were holding the z-axis piece to the base as shown in the
following figure:
z-axis piece
One of the
brackets
4
6. Attach the z-axis piece to the connecting plate on the shim plotter as shown in the
following figures. Note that there are four (4) bolts that must be screwed in to secure
the z-axis piece to the connecting plate.
Connecting
plate (4 bolts)
z-axis being attached to

connecting plate. The
portion of the z-axis
with the rulers should
be pointing towards the
bore of the magnet as
shown in this picture.
7. Connect the two electric plugs on the z-axis piece to their counterparts on the plotter
base as shown in the following figure:
5
8. Remove the rulers from the z-axis piece.
9. Use the equipment cases as a desk to put the electronic equipment on.
Motion wiring Laptop

interface box
Controller
Drive
Magnetometer
10. Connect the magnetometer, laptop, drive, and controller to a power strip.
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11. Slide the Pcmcia data acquisition card and the Firewire card into the laptop:
Pcmcia data
acquisition card
Firewire card
12. Connect the Magnetometer (IEEE 488 plug) to the Pcmcia card in the laptop. You
can use either plug on the Pcmcia card.
13. Connect the controller (1394 plug) to the Firewire card in the laptop.
Controller connected to
Firewire card
Magnetometer connected
to Pcmcia card
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14. Connect the motion wiring interface box to the controller (Motion I/O plug).
15. Connect the motion wiring interface box to the drive.
8
16. Connect the JB Shim Plotter (X, Y, and Z) to the drive (X plugs into M1, Y plugs into
M2, Z plugs into M3) as shown in the following figure:
17. Power up the equipment.
18. Using the laptop, log on (password = SpeedRacer)
19. Launch the shimming software program (auto method version).
• The following screen appears when the shimming software is launched.
• When the software is launched, the software runs the plotter to its limits along
each axis and then positions the plotter in the center position.
9
20. Align the table so that the shim plotter is pointing to the center of the bore of the
magnet as shown in the following figure.
21. Assemble the probe pole (two pieces slide together).
10
22. Slide the probe pole into the shim plotter as shown in the following figure:
23. Slide the probe onto the end of the probe pole that has an extended opening.
24. Connect the probe to the magnetometer (power and RF/out plugs on the
magnetometer).
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25. Run a string along the bottom of the bore of the magnet from front-to-back, through
the center and align the shim pole with this string. This alignment will likely involve
moving the table laterally.
The string is hard to see

in this picture. Two
field service engineers
are holding each end
while another shifts the
table.
One end of
One end of
the string
the string
12
26. Screw bolts into positions 3 and 9 on the bottom and 3 and 9 on the top of the bore of
the magnet.
13
27. Tie a string to the bolts such that that string makes an “X” with sides, marking the
center of the magnet as shown in the following figures:
14
28. Position the probe so that it touches the center of the “X” as shown in the following
figures:
Note: Use the probe pole adjusting screws to make fine adjustments:
29. Remove the string.
15
30. Tie the probe cable to the probe pole to prevent the cable from snagging on the
magnet during data acquisition.
31. Ramp the magnet.
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Data Acquisition (Home)
1. Once the magnet is ramped, wait one hour.
2. Set the frequency on the magnetometer to ~29Mhz and press the “auto” button.
3. Verify that the probe number is 4 and that the green “NMR Lock” light is on.
NMR Lock
Auto button
Probe #
4. Begin shim data acquisition by pressing the “Alignment OK” button on the shim
software package on the laptop.
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5. The shim plotter will begin to collect data as shown in the following figure. To
proceed from one point to the next, the plotter must read a locked frequency within
10Hz for three consecutive averages.
Note: To see the frequency acquired for a given point, specify the point in the
frequency box as shown in the figure below:
At position 0, the frequency

is 29.600260 MHz.
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6. To pause the plotter and then restart at the same or different point:
• Press the “Acquire” button to pause the plotter and stop data acquisition.
• To resume data acquisition from the last point, press the “Acquire” button.
• To resume data acquisition from a different point, pause the acquisition by

pressing “Acquire”, enter the point to restart data acquisition in the “Re-Acquire
Position” box--example position 10--and then press the “Re-Acquire” button. The
Re-Acquire button is only visible active when “Acquire” is off.
• To resume data acquisition from the last point, press the “Acquire” button.
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7. To get a 3-dimensional feel for the shim, look at the sphere in the lower right-hand
corner of the screen. The sphere can be rotated by dragging the mouse over the sphere
in the direction you want to rotate.
Note that each point where data is acquired is marked on the sphere by either a blue
or red dot as follows:
• Blue dot: Frequency at that point < center frequency

• Red dot: Frequency at that point > center frequency
Right View Top View
Front View Bottom View
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8. When data acquisition is complete, save the data in an Excel file in the C:\measure
directory. The filename should have the following format:
system serial number_plot number.xls (e.g., L007_01.xls)
Enter this information in the “File Name” box as shown in the figure below:
Then click “SAVE FILE” (The “SAVE FILE” button is only visible after the plot is
complete).
9. Verify the .xls file has been saved properly.
10. To exit the software press the “Exit” button.
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HITACHI Medical Systems America Inc. Altaire and AIRIS II System Procedure
Installing the Field Service System CD-ROM Drive

• Procedure Goal
• Background
• Required Tools
• Procedure
The goal of this procedure is to install the field service system CD-ROM on Altaire or
AIRIS II systems.
Background (Home)
System software, patches, and options have historically been supplied to HMSA
engineers on optical disks. To decrease costs, system software is now being supplied on
CD-ROMs for Altaire and AIRIS II systems (patches and options will continue to be
supplied via optical disks). To enable engineers to load system software onto these
systems, each engineer is being given a CD-ROM drive. This procedure shows how to
install the CD-ROM drive on Altaire and AIRIS II systems.
• Phillips Screw driver

• SCSI cable
• Power cable
• UltraPlex 40max external CD-ROM drive
Front View Back View
SCSI ID
DIP Switches
SCSI-In SCSI-Out
1
Procedure (Home)
1. If it is not already, power down the system.
2. Remove the covers from the system computer.
3. Put the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive on top of the system computer and plug it its power
cable.
4. On the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive, set the SCSI ID to 6 and the DIP switches as
shown in the following figure:
DIP Switches: 1 and 2

up; 3, 4, and 5 down
SCSI ID = 6
2
5. Plug the SCSI cable into the SCSI-In port of the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive
SCSI cable
plugged into
SCSI-In port
6. Disconnect the cable inside of the computer connecting to 13 CN.
Cable connecting
to 13 CN
3
7. Plug the SCSI cable from the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive into 13 CN.
8. Power on the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive.
9. Power on the system computer and wait for the “Initializing Memory /” message to
appear. When it does, press STOP A to get the “ok” prompt to appear as shown in the
following figure:
4
10. Check to see if the system has been setup to communicate with the UltraPlex CD-
ROM drive:
Note: When you see <Enter>, that means press the <Enter> button on the keyboard.
a) Type the following command at the “ok” prompt:
devalias cdrom <Enter>
b) If the following message appears the system has already been setup to
communicate with the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive. Skip to step 13.
cdrom /pci@1f,0/pci@1/scsi@1,1/disk@6,0:f
11. Enter the following command at the “ok” prompt to setup the UltraPlex CD-ROM
drive to communicate with the system:
nvalias cdrom /pci@1f,0/pci@1/scsi@1,1/disk@6,0:f <Enter>
Note: Once this command has been entered, it never has to be entered to the system
again.
12. Verify that the system has system has been successfully setup to communicate with
the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive:
a) Type the following command at the “ok” prompt:
devalias cdrom <Enter>
b) If the following message appears the system has been setup to communicate
with the UltraPlex CD-ROM drive, so you can proceed to step 13, otherwise
return to step 11.
cdrom /pci@1f,0/pci@1/scsi@1,1/disk@6,0:f
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13. Slide the system software installation CD you wish to install into the CD-ROM drive.
14. Boot from the CD by entering the following command at the “ok” prompt:
boot cdrom <Enter>
15. As soon as you hit the <Enter> button on the keyboard, the following message will
appear:
16. Eventually the “Install/Shutdown” message will appear. Proceed with the software
installation as outlined in Service Note 58.1 (Altaire software installation is identical
to AIRIS II software installation).
6
Magnetic Fluctuation Test
❂ Operational outline
❂ Helpful hints
❂ Data Sheet
❂ Site Map
Computer
Computer
Pcmcia Card Pcmcia Data Acq. Power Supply
Connector Card (Address = 108)
Very Fragile! (interrupt = 10)
Magnet Probe
Power supply unit/amp
1mV = 1mG
Mag Probe Cable
Full Scale = 10.0 V
10 meters
DB37
Connector
X Chan = Red
Y Chan = Green
Z Chan = Blue
Mag03 PSU
Power supply
Mag Probe
Mag03/MC1000
Three axis
Double Click
here to start
Home Screen
Click here to test Click here to test

AC 1 to 100Hz DC to 1Hz
Magnetic fluctuations Magnetic Fluctuations
Low Ambient field is the default
Below 1.25 Gauss
Click here if ambient field is over 1.25 gauss
Usually its low unless nearby a magnet
After selecting
TEST DC the
test will continue
automatically
This indicator will turn green
after calibration.. If not your This indicates the
Hardware is not functioning instrument is calibrating
or is not set up properly
When you see the green indicator
the calibration is complete, the
test will move to the readout stage
DC TEST SCREEN
Current X Last 10 seconds

mG value chart recorder
Red=X
(red)
Current Y
mG value
Blue=Z
(green)
Green=Y
Current Z
mG value
(blue)
Number of
events X channel
1-5 mg (red)
Number of
events Y channel
1-5 mg (green)
Number of
events Z channel
1-5 mg (blue)
X Maximum X Minimum
mG value mG value
(red) (red)
Y Maximum Y Minimum
mG value mG value
(green) (green)
Z Maximum Z Minimum
mG value mG value
(blue) (blue)
Use help for understanding
expanded features
X Static Field
(earth’s field)
mG value Scale mG
(red)
Y Static Field
(earth’s field) Time
mG value
(green)
Y Static Field
(earth’s field)
mG value Active Channels
(blue)
Click here if probe needs
re-calibrated, probe moved,
or bumped or if erroneous
data is generated. Remember
this will restart the program and
reset all data including events.
If I use the Pause
feature. Recording
Click to CONTINUE the data for Bruce
after pausing DO NOT click is easy
this STOP button.
You will lose the
previously recorded data
Click here to PAUSE.

This will stop the data
acquisition until resumed
with the continue button
Click here to EXIT
to the HOME page.
After selecting
TEST AC the
test will continue
automatically
AC TEST SCREEN
Current X
Freq value Current X
(red) mG value
(red)
Current Y
Freq value
(green) Current Y
mG value
(green)
Current Z
Freq value
(blue)
Current Z
Freq value Red=X
(blue)
Blue=Z
Green=Y
Please use help to understand
use of expanded features
mG Scale
Frequency scale
If I use the Pause Red=X

feature. Recording
the data for Bruce
is easy
Blue=Z
Green=Y
Active Channels
Magnetic Field Fluctuation Data
• Date:____
• Customer:____________________________________
• Location:_____________________________________
• Performed By:_________________________________
1 TO 5 5 TO 10 10 TO 15 15 TO 20 20 PLUS
DC MAX MIN STATIC EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS
AC FREQUENCY MILLIG AUSS COMMENTS

X
Y
Z
Step 1
Step 2
If Stop IO-Tech
16 Bit Analog Input
is not included in the
message, then check
for properly INSTALLED
PC CARD
Double Click here to
select card to be
removed
Double click here to

activate PC Card
status
If removing or re-seating the Data Acq. Card is
necessary, please follow the following steps.
Step 3
* If laptop is off, simply pull the extraction finger on the
front left of the laptop, the top finger removes the top card.
* If the laptop is on, follow the graphic steps.
Click OK, then remove the PC Card . When the Card

The power to the laptop
is inserted Win95 will automatically recognize it, but may
is shutoff by the SHUTDOWN
re-assign a new address if the laptop is powered up.
command in the Start Menu
SOOO... PLEASE REMOVE AND INSTALL WITH
THE LAPTOP POWER OFF.
To check for the correct
address and interrupt.
Click experiment then
Hardware setup.
If you receive this message or

the program hangs up (usually
“Zeroing”) the pc card address
is incorrect or the card is not
responding
Click Daq/216B
Highlight Daq/216B
then click Interface
The Address and Interrupt
should be set to 108 and 10
To check or set the Win95
PC Card Setup. Get into the
CONTROL PANEL then double
click SYSTEM, then click
DEVICE MANAGER This
screen will appear.
Select Data Acquisition
then select
IO-Tech Pcmcia 16 bit analog input
If Data Acq… is not displayed then
Win95 does not recognize PC
Card,Be sure the Card is Properly
Installed
Click Resources
Display shows the current It

should be 0108-010f and 10.
If not then click Change Setting
Select these values
then Click OK.
The Hardware is now
configured. Return to Main
Screen .
Site Map
Filter Punch Kit
Red Tool Box:
• Knockout punch set - model 7235BB -- in green toolbox
• 1/2 inch socket drive (1)
• 1/2 inch extension (1)
• 1 inch deep well socket (1)
• 3/16 inch drill bit (1)
• Craftsman Titanium step drill bit (1)
• Filter pattern plate (1)
½ inch socket
extension
½ inch
socket drive
Knockout
1 inch deep Filter punch set -
3/16 inch Craftsman
well socket pattern model
drill bit Titanium
plate 7235BB
step drill
bit
! NOTICE
This filter punch kit is sent out to field engineers on an as-needed

basis. Field engineers must return the entire contents of the kit to
the home office when their work involving the kit is complete.
Altaire Shim Kit
1. Overhead View
2. Front View (Shows Height Differences)
3. Left Side Close Up
4. Right Side Close Up
1. Overhead View
2. Front View
3. Left Side Close Up
4. Right Side Close Up

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MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS and AIRIS II Systems

Compensating for Eddy Currents, EMI, and Vibration

Procedure Goal (Home)

Required Tools (Home)

The tools required to complete this procedure are listed below:

The electronics within the integrator provide two representations

• Channel 1 shows the entire waveform—this is used for

JB1 Test Fixture Integrator and Oscilloscope

Oscilloscope Details (Home)

Display Display Set Sweep

Procedure A: Eddy Current Adjustment (Home)

Coil Height Adjustment Slot:

Adjust the integrator’s offset

5. Ground isolate the oscilloscope.

10. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

12. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

(If amplitude is > 10

Access to 3VR and

Change connections for eddy current adjustment

Adjust the GC control board switches

16. Remove the front panels of the MRI cabinet.

AIRIS II MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

19. Set the GC control switches as follows:

MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

Integrator Setup: Ground Reference

20. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

DO NOT USE THIS

Adjust the amplitude and slope of the channel 1 signal.

22. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

2.5 Volts +/- 0.1 V

25. Set the oscilloscope controls as follows:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

Example 1: Correct Offset

Example 2: Perfect Offset

Example 3: Incorrect Offset (Not mirror image)

Example 4: Incorrect Offset (Not mirror image, different magnitudes)

Example 5: Incorrect Offset (Different magnitudes)

Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in the Z-axis gradient.

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

Fig. A: Channel 2 Flatness ~ 2 mV Fig. B: Channel 2 Flatness ~30 mV

Fig. C: Channel 2 Flatness is ~35 mV

• IMPORTANT: After every VR adjustment, repeat steps 25-26 above to nullify

System X-axis Y-axis Z-axis

Your oscilloscope display should now appear as shown in Fig B:

Oscilloscope Control Menu Option Setting

IMPORTANT: DO NOT touch the channel 1 vertical control on the oscilloscope or

Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in Y-axis gradient

39. Set the GC control switches as follows:

MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

40. Repeat steps 25-37 above.

Compensate for the effect of eddy currents in X-axis gradient

42. Set the GC control switches as follows:

MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

43. Repeat steps 25-37 above.

Prepare the system for normal operation

44. Set the GC control switches as follows:

MRP 5000, MRP 7000, AIRIS

Test the system

48. Perform a test scan using the following parameters: