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SECTION 5: SYSTEM OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
5.1. PREPARING YOUR CURRENT X-RAY EQUIPMENT
The EPIX Digital Imaging System produces
x-ray images of high quality and low noise.
More details on how this technology works
can be found in appendix A. Almost any x-
ray unit can be used with the EPIX system.
There is no need to purchase a new one. The
imaging plates can produce an excellent
image over a wide range of exposures. With
the EPIX system, it is possible to get high-
quality images at the same exposure time
you use for x-ray film. This is a great benefit
to you because it means that it will be more
difficult to over- or under-expose an image.
5.2. ERASE THE IMAGING PLATE
Imaging plates should be erased just prior to
use. Scanning an imaging plate does not
erase all the image information. To
completely erase the imaging plate, expose
the front surface (blue or white in color) to
direct, intense light for at least 2 minutes.*
An effective way to erase the imaging plate
is to use a light box. Simply lay down the
imaging plate active side up (blue or white
face) facing the light box shining down.
Expose the plates to light for about 2
minutes. To avoid scratching the imaging
plates, refrain from lying the imaging plate
active face down on a light box.
Alternatively, place the imaging plates
within 8 inches of a lamp equipped with a lit
100-watt bulb for two minutes, minimum.
The imaging plates are now completely
erased and are ready for reuse. Avoid using
sunlight since it contains UV light that can
deeply stimulate the phosphor and leave
artifacts in the image. Longer, non-UV light
erasing may be required to rid the image
plate of these artifacts.
*Note: Erasing time will vary depending
on the quality and intensity of the erasing
light. For more detailed information, see
appendix B.