VXvue Operation Manual.V86b27 - EN

VXvue Operation Manual
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Contents
1. Information ....................................................................................................................................... 9
1.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................... 10
1.2 Document Guide ................................................................................................................................... 11
1.3 Document Convention ......................................................................................................................... 12

1.3.1 Symbols ............................................................................................................................................................................12
1.3.2 Notations .........................................................................................................................................................................12
1.4 Version Information .............................................................................................................................. 13
1.5 Revision History .................................................................................................................................... 14
2. Instruction ....................................................................................................................................... 16
2.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 17

2.1.1 Main Features ................................................................................................................................................................17
2.2 Recommended Specifications ............................................................................................................. 18

2.2.1 Workstation ....................................................................................................................................................................18
3. Browse Around ............................................................................................................................... 19
3.1 Preparation ............................................................................................................................................. 20
3.2 Starting Up ............................................................................................................................................. 21

3.2.1 Running VXvue .............................................................................................................................................................21
3.2.2 Registering License .....................................................................................................................................................21
3.2.3 Login ..................................................................................................................................................................................22
3.2.4 Log on to ER (Emergency Room) Mode ...........................................................................................................22
3.3 Basic Composition................................................................................................................................. 23
3.4 Registration Mode ................................................................................................................................ 24
3.5 Exposure Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 25

3.5.1 General Exposure Mode ...........................................................................................................................................25
3.5.2 Macro Exposure Mode ..............................................................................................................................................26
3.6 Database Mode...................................................................................................................................... 28
3.7 Viewer Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 29
3.8 Print Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 30
3.9 Setting Mode ......................................................................................................................................... 31
3.10 Closing ................................................................................................................................................. 32
4. User eXperience ............................................................................................................................. 33
4.1 Introduction............................................................................................................................................ 34
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4.2 Skin (Theme) .......................................................................................................................................... 35
4.3 Layout of Sapphire Blue Skin.............................................................................................................. 36

4.3.1 Registration mode .......................................................................................................................................................36
4.3.2 Exposure mode .............................................................................................................................................................37
4.3.3 Database mode ............................................................................................................................................................38
4.3.4 Viewer mode ..................................................................................................................................................................38
4.3.5 Print mode ......................................................................................................................................................................39
4.4 Touch-Oriented ...................................................................................................................................... 40

4.4.1 Touch Function..............................................................................................................................................................40
4.4.2 Virtual Keyboard...........................................................................................................................................................40
4.4.3 Specialized Function for Touch .............................................................................................................................41
4.4.4 Button Icons ...................................................................................................................................................................44
4.4.5 Quick Access Icons......................................................................................................................................................45
4.4.6 Step Button .....................................................................................................................................................................46
4.4.7 Pre-defined Text Button ............................................................................................................................................46
4.5 Auto Rotation of UI .............................................................................................................................. 47

4.5.1 Vertical Layout...............................................................................................................................................................47
5. How to Register Patient Prescribing Information................................................................... 48
5.1 Scheduled Panel (Worklist) ................................................................................................................. 49

5.1.1 Scheduled Tools............................................................................................................................................................49
5.1.2 Searching Scheduled ..................................................................................................................................................50
5.1.3 Canceling for Searching Scheduled ....................................................................................................................53
5.1.4 Using Scheduled Items .............................................................................................................................................53
5.2 Unscheduled Panel ................................................................................................................................ 55

5.2.1 Patient Prescribing Information ............................................................................................................................55
5.2.2 Inputting Patient information Directly ...............................................................................................................57
5.3 Reserved Panel....................................................................................................................................... 58

5.3.1 Tools in Reserved Panel ............................................................................................................................................58
5.3.2 Searching Reserved Information ..........................................................................................................................59
5.3.3 Using Information in Reserved..............................................................................................................................62
6. How to Shoot Images ................................................................................................................... 65
6.1 Basic Exposure Procedures .................................................................................................................. 66
6.2 Registering Patient Information ......................................................................................................... 67
6.3 Selecting / Cheking a Detector .......................................................................................................... 68

6.3.1 Selecting Receptor ......................................................................................................................................................68
6.3.2 CR Mode ..........................................................................................................................................................................69
6.3.3 Sleep Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................69
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6.3.4 Caution for the Operation Environment ...........................................................................................................70

6.3.5 Checking the Detector Information ....................................................................................................................70
6.4 Selecting Patient Size ........................................................................................................................... 73
6.5 Selecting Category and Step .............................................................................................................. 74

6.5.1 Composition (Image Type) ......................................................................................................................................74
6.5.2 Fixing and Releasing Shortcut ...............................................................................................................................74
6.5.3 Composition (Button Type) .....................................................................................................................................75
6.5.4 Changing a Category .................................................................................................................................................76
6.5.5 Order of Selecting Procedure and Step ............................................................................................................76
6.5.6 Checking Preparation of Exposure ......................................................................................................................77
6.6 Making an Expousre ............................................................................................................................. 78
6.7 Processing and Adjusting Images Additionally............................................................................... 80
6.8 Closing the Exposure ............................................................................................................................ 81
6.9 Importing Images from the Detector ............................................................................................... 82

6.9.1 Auto Import....................................................................................................................................................................82
6.9.2 Matching Import ..........................................................................................................................................................83
6.9.3 FTM Mode.......................................................................................................................................................................85
7. Image Processing ........................................................................................................................... 86
7.1 Image View ............................................................................................................................................. 87

7.1.1 Image Overlay ...............................................................................................................................................................88
7.1.2 Scale ...................................................................................................................................................................................88
7.2 Thumbnail Images................................................................................................................................. 89
7.3 Image Processing Panel ....................................................................................................................... 94

7.3.1 User-Adjustable Image Processing Tools ..........................................................................................................95
7.3.2 Adjustment Tools for Printed Image...................................................................................................................96
7.4 Image Adjustment Tool Buttons ........................................................................................................ 97

7.4.1 Control Tools ..................................................................................................................................................................97
7.4.2 Layout Tools ...................................................................................................................................................................98
7.4.3 Annotation Tools ..........................................................................................................................................................98
7.4.4 Management Tools .....................................................................................................................................................99
7.4.5 Tools for Print ............................................................................................................................................................. 101
7.5 Using Basic Image Processing Tools ............................................................................................... 102
7.6 Selecting Images ................................................................................................................................. 104
7.7 Adjusting Image Size .......................................................................................................................... 105

7.7.1 Enlarge or Reduce the Image ............................................................................................................................. 105
7.7.2 Fit the image to screen size ................................................................................................................................ 105
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7.7.3 Actual Size View ........................................................................................................................................................ 105
7.8 How to Move the Image ................................................................................................................... 108
7.9 How to Magnify the Region of Interest ......................................................................................... 109
7.10 How to Adjust Brightness and Contrast of Image ................................................................... 110
7.11 Cropping the Image ........................................................................................................................ 111
7.12 Inverting the Image ........................................................................................................................ 114
7.13 Rotating the Image ......................................................................................................................... 115

7.13.1 Rotating the Image in the Specified Angle .................................................................................................. 115
7.13.2 Free Rotation .............................................................................................................................................................. 115
7.14 Using Image Layout ........................................................................................................................ 117

7.14.1 Using Pre-defined Layout ..................................................................................................................................... 117
7.14.2 Using Multi Layout ................................................................................................................................................... 117
7.15 Using Annotation for Measurement ............................................................................................ 119
7.16 Using Figure Annotations .............................................................................................................. 121
7.17 Using Text Annotation.................................................................................................................... 123
7.18 Using Other Annotation Functions .............................................................................................. 124
7.19 Adding the Label ............................................................................................................................. 125

7.19.1 Adding R / L Labels ................................................................................................................................................. 125
7.19.2 Adding Left / Right Information (Image Laterality) .................................................................................. 126
7.19.3 Adding Patient Orientation Info ........................................................................................................................ 126
7.20 Stitching Images .............................................................................................................................. 128
7.21 Processing the Image ..................................................................................................................... 129
7.22 Copying the Image.......................................................................................................................... 130
7.23 Changing Target E.I. ........................................................................................................................ 131
7.24 Correcting Grid Lines ...................................................................................................................... 132
7.25 Changing the Order of Images ..................................................................................................... 133
7.26 Correcting Pixel Spacing of Image............................................................................................... 134
7.27 Using Tools for Print ....................................................................................................................... 136
7.28 Using Full View ................................................................................................................................ 137
7.29 Getting Full-Sized Image ............................................................................................................... 138
7.30 Closing Study ................................................................................................................................... 139
7.31 Suspending Study............................................................................................................................ 140
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7.32 Image Guide Lines ........................................................................................................................... 141
8. Study Management ..................................................................................................................... 142
8.1 Checking Management Tools ............................................................................................................ 143

8.1.1 Study Search Tools ................................................................................................................................................... 143
8.1.2 Study Management Tools ..................................................................................................................................... 143
8.1.3 Image Management Tools .................................................................................................................................... 144
8.2 Using Study Search Tools .................................................................................................................. 145

8.2.1 Searching Study Conditions................................................................................................................................. 145
8.2.2 Inputting Search Conditions ................................................................................................................................ 145
8.2.3 Checking the Result of Searched Study ......................................................................................................... 147
8.3 Study Management Tools .................................................................................................................. 148
8.4 New Patient .......................................................................................................................................... 149
8.5 Insert Image ......................................................................................................................................... 150
8.6 Edit Patient ........................................................................................................................................... 151
8.7 Move Image to the Other Study ...................................................................................................... 153
8.8 Open Study ........................................................................................................................................... 156
8.9 Reject Study.......................................................................................................................................... 157
8.10 Restore Study ................................................................................................................................... 158
8.11 Executing QXLink / QXLink Report .............................................................................................. 159
8.12 Exporting Images ............................................................................................................................ 160

8.12.1 Setting Options for Exporting Images (including details) ..................................................................... 162
8.12.2 DICOM Setting Options for Exporting Images ........................................................................................... 163
8.13 Importing Images ............................................................................................................................ 164
8.14 Stitching Images .............................................................................................................................. 165
8.15 Sending Images ............................................................................................................................... 166
8.16 Sending the Image to Print Mode ............................................................................................... 168
8.17 Statistics ............................................................................................................................................ 169
8.18 Multiple Selection ........................................................................................................................... 170
8.19 Compare Studies.............................................................................................................................. 171
8.20 Closing Study ................................................................................................................................... 172
9. Advanced Functions .................................................................................................................... 173
9.1 Stitching Images .................................................................................................................................. 174

9.1.1 Start ................................................................................................................................................................................. 175
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9.1.2 Checking the Tool Collection .............................................................................................................................. 176

9.1.3 Tool Buttons ................................................................................................................................................................ 177
9.1.4 How to Use .................................................................................................................................................................. 179
9.1.5 Checking the Adjustment Function.................................................................................................................. 181
9.2 Printing.................................................................................................................................................. 183

9.2.1 Sending Image to the Print Mode ................................................................................................................... 183
9.2.2 Checking the Print Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 184
9.2.3 Setting Print Options .............................................................................................................................................. 184
9.2.4 Using Tools for Print Only .................................................................................................................................... 185
9.2.5 Using Paper Print ...................................................................................................................................................... 185
9.3 Using VXvue for Vet ........................................................................................................................... 186

9.3.1 Selecting Veterinary Type ..................................................................................................................................... 186
9.3.2 Veterinary Patient Information ........................................................................................................................... 187
9.3.3 Preparing for the Veterinary Exposure ........................................................................................................... 188
9.3.4 Veterinary Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 190
9.4 Using VXvue for Vehicle .................................................................................................................... 195

9.4.1 Installing VXvue for Vehicle ................................................................................................................................. 195
9.4.2 Location Mode ........................................................................................................................................................... 196
9.4.3 Exposure Mode .......................................................................................................................................................... 201
9.4.4 Viewer Mode............................................................................................................................................................... 204
9.4.5 Registering the Prescribing Information ........................................................................................................ 206
9.4.6 Making an Exposure ................................................................................................................................................ 213
9.4.7 Saving Images to the External Path ................................................................................................................. 217
9.4.8 Saving Images to the External Route Automatically ................................................................................ 218
9.4.9 Additional Functions ............................................................................................................................................... 219
9.5 Exposure Index .................................................................................................................................... 226

9.5.1 Exposure Index (E.I.)................................................................................................................................................. 226
9.5.2 Target Exposure Index (Target E.I.) .................................................................................................................... 226
9.5.3 Deviation Index (D.I.) ............................................................................................................................................... 226
9.5.4 Setting the Target Exposure Index.................................................................................................................... 227
9.5.5 Checking the Exposure Index.............................................................................................................................. 228
9.6 Using Statistics Function.................................................................................................................... 229

9.6.1 Starting .......................................................................................................................................................................... 229
9.6.2 VW.STATISTICS ............................................................................................................................................................ 230
9.6.3 Search ............................................................................................................................................................................. 231
9.6.4 Exporting the Statistics Data ............................................................................................................................... 231
9.6.5 General Tab .................................................................................................................................................................. 233
9.6.6 Reject Tab ..................................................................................................................................................................... 234
9.6.7 Dose Tab ....................................................................................................................................................................... 235
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9.6.8 Personal Tab ................................................................................................................................................................ 236
9.7 Comparing Studies .............................................................................................................................. 237

9.7.1 Getting Started .......................................................................................................................................................... 237
9.7.2 Tool Buttons ................................................................................................................................................................ 237
9.7.3 Selecting Studies ....................................................................................................................................................... 238
9.7.4 Selecting Images ....................................................................................................................................................... 238
10. Additional Functions ................................................................................................................ 239
10.1 Status Bar .......................................................................................................................................... 240

10.1.1 Checking the Status Information....................................................................................................................... 240
10.1.2 Setting Date and Time ........................................................................................................................................... 241
10.2 Emergency ........................................................................................................................................ 242

10.2.1 Emergency Mode ...................................................................................................................................................... 242
10.2.2 Emergency Exposure ............................................................................................................................................... 242
10.3 Changing the User Account .......................................................................................................... 243

10.3.1 Log In/ Off ................................................................................................................................................................... 243
10.3.2 Auto Offset Refresh ................................................................................................................................................. 244
10.4 Managing the List Header and Field ........................................................................................... 245

10.4.1 Field Information....................................................................................................................................................... 245
10.4.2 Aligning List Based on the Specific Field ...................................................................................................... 247
10.4.3 Editing Fields............................................................................................................................................................... 247
10.5 Mouse and Shortcuts ..................................................................................................................... 249

10.5.1 Mouse ............................................................................................................................................................................ 249
10.5.2 Shortcuts ....................................................................................................................................................................... 249
10.6 Icon .................................................................................................................................................... 250

10.6.1 Status Bar Icon ........................................................................................................................................................... 250
10.6.2 Study Item Status Icon ........................................................................................................................................... 251
10.6.3 Thumbnail Image Status Icon ............................................................................................................................. 252
10.6.4 Detector Information Display Icon ................................................................................................................... 252
10.6.5 Detector Connection Status Icon ...................................................................................................................... 253
10.7 Cursors............................................................................................................................................... 254

10.7.1 Cursor for Image Processing Tools................................................................................................................... 254
10.7.2 Cursor for Annotation Tools ................................................................................................................................ 254
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1. Information
This section gives basic information of this manual and the product.
Disclaimer
Document Guide
Document Convention
Version Information
Revision History
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1.1 Disclaimer
If the user is not fully aquainted with this manual, the system can be malfunctioned or unsuspected
problem can be happened due to carelessness. To prevent any medical accidents, the user should fully
understand the instructions of this manual before operating the program.
When the user operates this software, take the following precautions. Otherwise, problems may occur or
the product may not function correctly.
1 Roentgenography, image processing, reading of image, and data storage must be performed in
accordance with the law of each country where the program is being used. Also, the user is responsible
for protecting the privacy of image data.
2 In no event will Vieworks be liable for direct or indirect consequential damage arising out of the use of
this program. Vieworks will not be liable for loss of image data due to any reason.
3 Before using this software, be sure to read this manual thoroughly. Also, read the manuals of relevant
instruments in the system. Keep this manual where it is easily accessible.
4 Other systems and product names in this manual are the trademarks from their manufacturer.
 The user is responsible for ensuring whether the detector calibration is performed right
after the software installation. Do not try to use the software if the detector calibration
has not been performed.
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1.2 Document Guide
This section describes about the information of this document.
Contents
This document is the operation manual for VXvue users. You can install VXvue and acquire / manage
images from the detector. It is also available to improve the image quality by using various image
management and adjustment tools.
Target
This manual is intended for the engineers and end users who install and use the VIVIX-S detectors and
VXvue.
Contact Deparment
For any comments or inquiries regarding this document, contact the customer support team in Vieworks.
Item Contents
Department Customer Support Team at Vieworks
E-mail [email protected]
Trademarks
The name “Vieworks” and Vieworks logo are registered trademarks of Vieworks.
© Vieworks. 2018 All rights reserved.
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1.3 Document Convention
This section describes the symbols and notations in this manual.
1.3.1 Symbols
Caution and Warning
 This symbol is used for indicating a potentially hazardous situation while operating this
product. Users should be well acquainted with this symbol and the related contents.
Information
 This symbol is used for indicating the product-related references and complementary
information.
1.3.2 Notations
Bold Types
Words in bold indicate options seen directly within the GUI (graphical user interface) of the VXvue
program.
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1.4 Version Information
Software and Firmware compatible version (Recommended)
Software Package (Firmware)
VIVIX VX FXRD (Detector) VXTD FXRS (SCU)

VXvue VDD
Setup Setup 1717S 1417S 1417W 1012N 1717N 1417N 1717V 2532E 02A 03A 04A
1.0.0.85b7 1.0.4.4 2.0.0.6 1.3 01.03 01.01 01.18 3.33 1.32 - - - 3.28 01.15 3.28
1.0.0.85b7 1.0.4.4 2.0.0.6 1.3 01.03 01.01 01.18 3.33 1.32 - - - 3.28 01.15 3.28
1.0.0.86b6 1.0.4.11 2.0.0.7 1.4 01.06 01.04 01.21 3.38 1.38 - - - 3.35 01.15 3.35
01.06 01.04 01.21 -

1.0.0.86b8 1.0.4.14 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.38 1.38 - - 3.35 01.15 3.35
02.01 02.00 02.01
01.06 01.04 01.21 -
1.0.0.86b9 1.0.4.15 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.38 1.38 - - 3.35 01.15 3.35
02.01 02.00 02.02
1.0.4.15 01.06 01.04 01.21 -
1.0.0.86b15 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.39 1.39 - - 3.39 01.15 3.39
p4 02.02 02.01 02.02
1.0.4.23 01.06 01.04 01.21
1.0.0.86b21 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.39 1.39 1.0.0.10 - - 3.39 01.15 3.39
p4 02.03 02.01 02.02
01.06 01.04 01.21
1.0.0.86b22 1.0.5 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.40 1.40 1.0.0.10 1.00 - 3.39 01.15 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.02
01.06 01.04 01.21
1.0.0.86b23 1.0.5 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.40 1.40 1.0.0.10 1.00 - 3.39 01.15 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.02
01.06 01.04 01.22
1.0.0.86b24 1.0.8 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.41 1.41 1.0.0.11 1.00 - 3.39 01.22 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.03
01.06 01.04 01.22
1.0.0.86b25 1.0.8 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.41 1.41 1.0.0.11 1.00 - 3.39 01.22 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.03
01.06 01.04 01.25
1.0.0.86b26 1.0.9 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.41 1.41 1.0.0.13 1.00 - 3.39 01.22 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.07
01.06 01.04 01.25
1.0.0.86b27 1.0.10 2.0.0.7 1.4 3.41 1.41 1.0.0.13 1.00 1.0.0.4 3.39 01.22 3.39
02.03 02.01 02.07
 The versions above are meant to be used for document revision only. They do not
guarantee compatibility across all referenced models.
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1.5 Revision History
Ver. Date Revision History

2.0 2013-06-27 Revised newly
2.1 2013-08-13 Revised additionally
2.2 2013-10-07 (Updated) 9.1 System Panel
2.3 2013-11-25 Revised additionally
2.4 2013-12-02 (Updated) 10.2 Adding a Language
Revised document standards
(Added) 2 Instruction
(Added) 3 Installation
(Updated) 1 Information
3.0 2014-03-21 (Updated) 4 Browse Around
(Updated) 7 How to Use Image Processing Tools
(Updated) 9 How to Use Advanced Functions
(Updated) 10 Settings
(Updated) 11 Additional Functions
3.1 2014-07-14 (Updated) 3 Installation
(Added) 5 User eXperience
(Changed) Layout of 6 How to register patient prescribing information
(Changed) Business address
(Revised) Document standards
(Revised) 2 Instruction
(Revised) 3 Installation
(Revised) 4 Browse around
4.0 2014-11-20
(Revised) 6 How to register patient prescribing information
(Revised) 7 How to make an exposure
(Revised) 8 Image Processing
(Revised) 9 Study Management
(Revised) 10 Advanced Functions
(Revised) 11 Settings
(Revised) 12 Additional functions
(Updated) 9 Study Management
4.1 2014-12-05
(Updated) 10 Advanced Functions
(Added) 5.4.3 Function for Touch only
(Added) 12 Additional Functions
5.1 2015-05-20
(Updated) 6 How to Register Patient Prescribing Information
(Updated) 11 Settings
(Added) 1.4 Version Information
6.1 2015-10-07
(Added) 10.4 Using VXvue for Vehicle
6.3 2015-11-06 (Updated) 1.4 Version Information
6.5 2015-11-11 (Updated) 1.4 Version Information
6.7 2016-01-20 (Added) 8 Image Processing
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(Updated) 8 Image Processing

6.9 2016-02-12
(Updated) 10 Advanced Functions
7.1 2016-09-05 (Revised) The total contents by updating VXvue version to 86b6
7.3 2016-11-11 (Updated) The added/changed settings by updating VXvue version to 86b8
(Updated) 1.4 Version Information
7.5 2016-11-23
- Added compatible versions by updating VXvue version to 86b9
(Updated) The added/changed functions by updating VXvue version to
7.7 2017-03-13
86b15
(Revised) Separate the manual as two types (service manual / operation
manual) according to the target of each manual.
V86b21 2017-08-11
(Updated) The added/changed functions by updating VXvue version to
86b21.
(Added) 1.4 Version Information
- FXRD-1717V
V86b22 2017-09-06
(Added) 3.9 Setting Mode
- Account Default
V86b23 2017-11-06 (Added) Information about PureImpact™ image processing
(Changed) The method to setup PureImpact™
V86b24 2018-03-09
(Changed) The method to display generator value of step
(Added) 7.4 Image Adjustment Tool Buttons - Added guide line (grid
V86b25 2018-03-26 pattern) display function
(Added) 7.32 Image Guide Lines
Changed) 6.3.5 Checking the Detector Information – Instructions and
screen shot
Added) 6.6 Making an Exposure – References and screen shot
V86b26 2018-05-28 Added) 6.9 Importing Images from the Detector - Added and modified
instructions
Added) 7.2 Thumbnail Images - Added and modified instructions
Added) 7.29 Getting Full-sized Image - Added and modified instructions
V86b27 2018-07-16 Changed) 1.4 Version Information
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2. Instruction
This section provides basic concept and recommended specifications of VXvue.
Overview
Recommended Specifications
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2.1 Overview
VXvue is the image viewer program for VIVIX-S only that acquiring, adjusting and managing images
generated from the VIVIX-S detector. Besides VXvue Viewer, VXvue is organized with several specialized
modules. This system provides high quality medical images to users through various advanced functions
and quick image processing between the modules.
2.1.1 Main Features
 Acquire and search images exposed from the VIVIX-S detector.

 Implement high-quality image by applying the image processing algorithm developed by Vieworks
 Skins for various GUI (Graphic User Interface) suitable for both ordinary and touch screens.
 Store and manage images in the database.
 Adjust images using various processing tools.
 Export images using various media.
 Check the detector condition and change the settings.
 Chase and search the system status.
 VXvue conforms to the standard of DICOM 3.0.
 HS8 and PureImpact™ are the image processing algorithm developed by Vieworks.
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2.2 Recommended Specifications
This section provides information about the recommended specifications for installing and using VXvue.
 If the specification cannot meet the recommended one, it may affect the functions and
processing speed of VXvue.
2.2.1 Workstation
Components Recommended Spec.

Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64bit (Service Pack 1)
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit (Service Pack 1)
Microsoft Windows 8 or 8.1 Professional 64bit
OS
Microsoft Windows 8 or 8.1 Ultimate 64bit
Microsoft Windows 10 Professional 64bit
Microsoft Windows 10 Ultimate 64bit
1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet card
Intel® PRO 1000 Series (Gigabit LAN Card for network interface)
LAN Card
Min. requirements: 1Gbps, Jumbo Frames: 9K
Receive Descriptors: 2K (higher than 1024)
CPU Intel Core i5 2600 or higher (or compatible CPU)

Memory 4GB or higher
HDD or SDD 1TB or higher
Monitor 1280 X 768 or higher
CD-ROM CD or DVD R/W
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3. Browse Around
This section gives instruction on how to start and close VXvue and its basic components.
Preparation
Starting Up
Basic Composition
Registration Mode
Exposure Mode
Database Mode
Viewer Mode
Print Mode
Setting Mode
Closing
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3.1 Preparation
Before running VXvue, you should be ready to use the system by prechecking its operating condition and
environments.
 Refer to VIVIX-S Detector Operation Manual for preparation before installing VXvue and
for checking status after installing VXvue.
Checking Connection Status

 Check the physical connection status between VIVIX-S detector, SCU and Workstation (Computer)
before starting VXVue.
Checking the Detector

 You cannot acquire an image if Calibration Data is not loaded to the inside of detector. Process
Calibration from VXSetup first.
 Check whether the power is supplied to the detector or not. Especially, in case of using the wireless
detector, make sure to check if the battery is inserted to the detector.
 Without performing calibration, it is not possible to start VXvue or get images. Refer to
VIVIX-S Setup Operation Manual for the detailed information about calibration and the
device connection.
Checking Exposure Preparation

 Check if the X-ray generating device (Generator) is ready to use. You should also check the shooting
environment to make the exposure.
Checking Network and Wireless Status

 Check if the network settings are composed correctly to make network communication.
 You should precheck the wireless status if the system uses wireless network.
Checking Preparation for DICOM Integration

 If DICOM and PACS system (DICOM Worklist, DICOM Storage, etc.) is integrated, precheck the
preparation status of DICOM server.
Checking License
 You need to register the license when you first execute VXvue and XIPL. Make sure to be fully aware of
the related data in advance to issue the online license.
Activating XIPL Server

 When you complete installing VXvue for the first time, it is necessary to activate the XIPL server after
connecting a detector. You cannot process the images without activating it.
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3.2 Starting Up
3.2.1 Running VXvue
1 Execute VXvue.
2 Wait until VXvue loads completely.
 While running VXvue, the following points are

processed.
 Connecting to database.
 Checking license registration status
 Cheking detector connection status
 Checking detector calibration status
 Checking resolution.
 Initializing UI (User Interface)
3.2.2 Registering License
1 Get a license by using the Hardware Key

indicated on the License window.
 This window is not displayed again after the
license is registered successfully.
 A new license window can be displayed if you change specifications of the PC where
VXvue is installed.
 Contact the person in charge of Vieworks for the way of license issue and input.
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3.2.3 Login
1 Log on to VXvue by clicking the Login button

after entering ID and Password.
 The ID logging on lastly remains.
2 Click on button to input ID and Password

by using a virtual keyboard.
 For setting the user account, go to Setting  System  Account.

 Refer to <4.4 Touch-Oriented> for detailed information about using a virtual keyboard.
3.2.4 Log on to ER (Emergency Room) Mode
1 Click on the ER button to log on to the ER mode.

 This mode can be used for the emergency circumstances such as emergency exposure
without entering ID and Password.
 Refer to <10.2 Emergency> for more information about the ER mode.
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3.3 Basic Composition
VXvue is organized with three basic areas as follows.
1 Task area
All tasks can be processed in the task area. This area has different compositions by each mode, and can be
switched when you select the desired mode tab.
2 Mode tab area

You can select the mode tab and process the desired work depending on your purpose.
The mode tabs are organized with seven modes.
 Registration, Exposure, Database, Viewer, Print, Setting and Exit
3 Status bar area

The status bar indicates major status information. You can keep checking the status if the mode is changed.
 Refer to <10.1 Status Bar> for more information.
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3.4 Registration Mode
The Registration mode provides functions for registering and managing the patient information.
1 Panel area
The Registration mode is divided into three panels (Scheduled, Unscheduled and Reserved) according to
the registration way of patient information. You can choose the desired panel and register patient
information.
2 Search tool area

You can use the search tools for searching the patient information.
 Only the Scheduled and Reserved panels provide the search tools.
3 Tool button area

When you complete searching the patient information, you can process the next step with the tool buttons.
 Only the Scheduled and Reserved panels provide the tool buttons.
4 Searched list area

You can check the searched result on the list after searching patient information.
 Only the Scheduled and Reserved panels provide the searched list area.
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3.5 Exposure Mode
You can make an exposure from the Exposure mode. The Exposure mode supports a general exposure
and macro exposure modes.
 General exposure mode – Set the preparation steps to make an exposure.
 Macro exposure mode – Make an exposure and adjust the image by magnifying the image view area.
3.5.1 General Exposure Mode
1 Study tab area

You can select a registered study from the study tab area to make an exposure.
 If you click on button while acquiring an image, the study tab is closed and saved automatically.
2 Detector and patient size selection area

You can prepare an exposure by selecting a detector and a patient size.
 Select a detector icon to be used for the exposure.
 Select a patient size icon.
3 Exposure step selection area

You can prepare an exposure by selecting body categories and steps.
 Select a category.
 Select shortcut icons of steps registered in the body image.
 Select exposure projection buttons on the left/right of the human body image after selecting a step.
4 User-adjustable tools area (Quick Access Tool)

You can register the image adjusting tool buttons to process images with them.
 The tools registered as the user-defined tools can be registered from the Setting mode.
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5 Move to the macro exposure mode

Click on the Maximum button to change the screen to the maximum exposure mode.
6 Image view area

Check the acquired images from the image view area.
7 Thumbnail area
Check the thumbnail image acquired from the thumbnail area. If you click the thumbnail image, it will
display on the image view area.
3.5.2 Macro Exposure Mode
1 Study tab area

Click the desired study tab to move to the selected study.
 Click on button to close the study tab being exposed.
2 Move to the general exposure mode

Click on the Minimum button to move the screen to the general exposure mode.
3 Image view area

Check the acquired image from the image view area.
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4 Thumbnail area
Check the thumbnail image list acquired from the thumbnail area. When you select the thumbnail image, it
is displayed on the image view area.
5 Image adjusting tools area

You can use the various image adjustment tools.
Name Description
Step Used for indicating and changing steps of the image.
Manupulation Tools for manipulating the image.
Layout Tools for changing layout of the image display.
Annotation Tools for inserting annotations on the image.
Tools Tools for processing the image.
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3.6 Database Mode
You can check and manage the closed study list / images from the Database mode.
1 Search tools area

Search study lists by using the search tools.
2 Management tools area

Manage the study and image information by using various buttons in the manage tools area.
3 Study list area

Check the searched study list.
4 Thumbnail area
Check the thumbnail image of the selected study from the thumbnail list.
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3.7 Viewer Mode
You can check and adjust the selected images from the Viewer mode. The organization of Viewer mode is
very similar to the macro exposure mode in the Exposure mode.
1 Study tab area

Click the desired study tab to move to the selected study.
 Click on button to close the study tab.
2 Image view area

Check the selected image.
3 Thumbnail area
Check thumbnail images of the selected study.
4 Image adjustment tools area

Use the various image adjustment tools applying to the image.
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3.8 Print Mode
You can set the print and adjust an image to be printed from the Print mode.
1 Print view area

Check and adjust the image to be printed.
2 Printer setting area

Set the printer and film information for printing the selected image.
3 Print image adjustment tools area

Use the print image processing tools applying to the selected images.
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3.9 Setting Mode
You can configure various values from the Setting mode. This mode provides 10 setting groups.
1 Panel area
Panel Description
System Sets the system information.
Registration Sets the information releated to the patient registration.
Display Sets the information releated to the Viewer mode.
Tool Sets the information of tools.
Study Sets items for managing studies
Procedure Sets the exposure procedure information.
Integration Sets items for integrating a detector with equipment.
DICOM Sets the DICOM information.
Backup/Reject Checks and restores the backup and deleted information of images.
Account Default Sets an account-related default to use when adding another account
2 Setting area
When you select a desired panel, the screen is switched to the related setting window.
 Refer to VXvue Service Manual for more information about the setting areas.
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3.10 Closing
1 Click on the EXIT mode tab at the right bottom.

2 Click on Yes when a pop-up window is displayed for ending or not the program.
 Select Logoff button to open the login window to log into VXvue with another account.
 Select Shut down button to close the system.
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4. User eXperience
This chapter provides information about the improved UX (User eXperience) of VXvue.
Introduction
Skin (Theme)
Layout of Sapphire Blue Skin
Touch-Oriented
Auto Rotation of UI
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4.1 Introduction
VXvue provides various UX (User eXperiece) and GUI (Graphic User Interface) for user convenience. With
these functions, the user can build an optimal environment suitable for one’s purpose by using a touch
screen, virtual keyboard and tablet PC away from the conventional keyboard, mouse, monitor and the
general PC environment.
UX Description
VXvue supports the skin (theme) function. You can choose a skin suitable for
Skin (Theme)
the use environment to use the brand new VXvue.
VXvue has various layouts. User can use VXvue with the layout suitable for
Layout
the use environment.
VXvue supports the touch function. If the monitor in use supports a touch
Touch-orientation
screen function, you can select a suitable skin (theme) from VXvue to use.
VXvue supports virtual keyboard. You can input data by touching the virtual
Virtual Keyboard
keyboard displayed on the screen.
VXvue has a layout for a vertical monitor under the HD resolution
Auto Rotation of UI
(1920x1080). The layout changes when the monitor is rotated.
 The skin, touch screen and virtual keyboard can be used by installing VXvue to a
Windows based tablet PC which supports these functions. Be sure to ask the person in
charge of Vieworks for the models and specifications of tablet PC suitable for VXvue.
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4.2 Skin (Theme)
VXvue provides two types of skins (theme) as follows.
Skin Description
Onyx Classic Default skin
Sapphire Blue Suitable for touch operation.
Provides bigger button and font size than those of Sapphire Blue to fit for a tablet
Sapphire Blue-QHD
PC with small monitor.
 Sapphair Blue is a designed skin for touch operation. The size of GUI such as icons is changed for easy
touch as well as designed a user-friendly way.
 Sapphire Blue skin is a very simple flat design with a blue background and white GUI. As the icons and
thumbnails are turned to orange color by selecting those items, it is easy to understand their current
status. In addition, the size of selected icons gets bigger for making touch operation easy.
 VXvue Vehicle does not support theme files for QHD.
Icon Thumbnail
 All functions of Sapphair Blue skin are same as the Onyx Classic skin, except the design.
 You can change the skin from Setting  System  System Info. menu.
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4.3 Layout of Sapphire Blue Skin
4.3.1 Registration mode
 Sapphire Blue skin has the hidden fuction of search conditions.

 Click on buttons to expand or reduce the screen of search conditions.
Screen Image
Before
expanding
the search
screen
After
expanding
the search
screen
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4.3.2 Exposure mode
The displaying layout of Exposure mode is changed automatically depending on the screen resolution.
Default Layout
 Both the step and view areas are displayed.
Mini or Small Layout

 If the step and image view areas cannot be displayed together at the currently set resolution, they will be
displayed separately.
 The step area is switched to the view area when you make an exposure after setting steps.
 After making the exposure, click or touch button at the bottom of thumbnail to switch the
area to the step area.
Wide Layout
 If the step and image view areas cannot be displayed together at the currently set resolution, they will be
displayed separately.
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4.3.3 Database mode
 Click on button to expand or reduce the search condition window.
4.3.4 Viewer mode
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4.3.5 Print mode
 You need to arrange the Exposure mode effectively as this mode is consisted of various
areas for making the exposure. In VXvue, the layout of each area is changed
automatically depending on the screen resolution. You can also change the layout with
using shortcuts like F5, F6, F7, and F8.
 Refer to <10.5.2 Shortcuts> for the detailed information about shortcuts.
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4.4 Touch-Oriented
4.4.1 Touch Function
If you use devices like a monitor and tablet PC support a touch screen, you can use the touch function in
VXvue.
 Although the touch function is supported to all skin themes, the Sapphire Blue skin is
designed to be more suitable for using the function.
 The touch function is not supported in the Setting mode of VXvue.
4.4.2 Virtual Keyboard
VXvue supports a virtual keyboard function. This keyboard is displayed when you choose a text box for
entering data. Touch the virtual keyboard to inputting data directly.
1 Touch a text box to display the virtual keyboard.

2 Touch the keys of virtual keyboard to entering data.
3 The virtual keyboard is disappeared if you click the other area such as a list or click on button.
 The virtual keyboard function uses On Screen Keyboard (OSK) provided by Windows.
 Install Windows Service Pack 1 or the above. If not, the process speed of virtual
keyboard can be lowered.
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 Set Use virtual keyboard to Yes from Setting  System  Theme menu to use the
virtual keyboard.
4.4.3 Specialized Function for Touch
Pin Zoom
VXvue supports the Pin Zoom function, allows the user to zoom in or out the image conveniently.
Zoon in / out the image with fingers
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Zoon in / out the image with a finger
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Changing the image adjustment tool

1 Acquire an image or display it by opening the exposed study.
2 Touch image display region on the screen for 0.5 second, than the screen changes to Pan mode after the
status of mode conversion is indicated.
3 Keep touching your finger on the screen to move the image.
4 Lift yout finger from the screen to return to the previous mode.
Thumbnail Touch Scroll

Touch the thumbnail area with your finger and drag it to scroll the thumbnail list.
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4.4.4 Button Icons
 Select the desired icons to display from Setting  Tool  Image Tool menu.
 The color of selected icons becomes blue.
 Check the selected icons from Tools panel in the Exposure mode and the Viewer mode.
 Click on Detail button to find the hidden icons.
Button Setting (Setting mode) Exposure & Viewer mode
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4.4.5 Quick Access Icons
 Set the user-defined icon group by collecting frequently-used icons from Setting  Tool  Quick
Access menu.
 The color of selected icons becomes blue.
 You can set the displayed order of selected icons.
 Check the selected icons from Process panel in the Exposure mode and the Viewer mode.
 Check the selected icons from user-defined tools area in the Exposure mode.
Quick Access Setting (Setting mode)
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4.4.6 Step Button
 The Step area in the Exposure mode is provided as two types – Image type and Button type.
 Click F8 shortcut in the Exposure mode or change settings in the Setting mode to switch each type in
real time.
Image Type Button Type
4.4.7 Pre-defined Text Button
 The user-defined text buttons are supported which are the pre-
defined ones used frequently.
 Refer to Tool Group in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed

information about setting Pre-defined Text.
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4.5 Auto Rotation of UI
 The user interface of VXvue is rotated automatically when the screen resolution of a device such as a
tablet is changed by rotating it.
 If the vertical resolution is bigger than the horizontal one when you rotate a device, its screen is changed
as a vertical layout automatically.
4.5.1 Vertical Layout
VXvue provides a vertical layout when vertical resolution of the screen is bigger than horizontal resolution.
 Vertical Layout is applied normally when horizontal resolution of the screen is more than
1080.
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5. How to Register Patient Prescribing

Information
This section provides information about registering the patient prescribing information.
Scheduled Panel (Worklist)

Unscheduled Panel
Reserved Panel
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5.1 Scheduled Panel (Worklist)
You can bring the patient information from the Scheduled panel by using DICOM Worklist.
1 Input or choose search conditions and click on the Search button.
2 Check the searched Scheduled list and choose the desired item.
3 Process the next step by selecting one of the tool buttons in the Scheduled panel.
 DICOM Worklist server should be configured to use Worklist. Refer to MWL memu in
VXvue Service Manual for setting the Worklist server.
5.1.1 Scheduled Tools
Scheduled search tools

You can get the patient information list by using the search tools in Scheduled.
Tool buttons of Scheduled
Icon Name Description
Starts making an exposure with the patient information of the

Start Study
Scheduled items.
Starts making an exposure for the emergency patient irrespective

Emergency
of the Scheduled items.
Multi Select Selects the multiple Scheduled items.
Sends the patient information of the Scheduled items s to a

Send to wireless detector
wireless detector.
Add to Reserved Adds Scheduled items to the Reserved database.
Reject Worklist Item Deletes Scheduled items.
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5.1.2 Searching Scheduled
Check the Scheduled search condition

 You can search the Scheduled items by using the search tools.
 Six search conditions are provided for searching studies.
 AND arithmetic operation is applied to the input search condition.
Search item Description Input method Partial search Allowed characters
Patient ID Patient ID Entry Possible ( , ) , +, - , _
Patient Name Patient name Entry Possible ( , ) , + , - , _, @, /
Possible ( , ) , + , - , _, @, ‘, `,
Accession Number Prescription no. Entry
~, !, ?, @, #, :, ;, ., ,
Station Name Exposure site Check and input Possible None
Modality Device code Check and select one Impossible None
Scheduled Date Appointment date Select date Impossible None
Patient ID / Patient Name / Accession Number

 You can search one of the three items (Patient Name, Patient ID,
Accession Number) or all items by selecting ‘ID, Name, Acc No’.
 Input information you want to search.
 You can input or search the items partly.
 If you choose all three items, the search work is applied for
each item.
Station Name
 Choose search condition of Station Name by checking the box.
 The items of search condition can be added or deleted from
Setting  Registration  Scheduled.
Modality
 You can select search condition of Modality by checking the box.
 Select one of the three options - DX, CR, DR.
Station AE Title
 You can select search condition of Station AE Title by checking
the box.
 The items of search condition can be added or deleted from
Setting  Registration  Scheduled.
 Go to Setting  DICOM  General to set the default value of Station Name and search
condition of Station AE Title.
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Scheduled Date
 There are two ways of inputting Scheduled Date.

 Press the period selection buttons (Today, Week, Month)
 Input dates by clicking a mouse button (Start Date, End Date)
1 Input Scheduled Date by selecting the period button.

 The period of a day, a week and a month are input
automatically on the basis of the current date.
2 Select to input the scheduled date with a mouse button
from the keypad of pop-up calendar.
 Select two options (Start Date and End Date) separately.
 Change the date easily by clicking it from the keypad.
Initilaize the search conditions

 Select Default or Clear button to initialize the search condition.
 Default : The values of Scheduled Start Date and End Date become initialized as today’s date.
 Clear : It is initialized to search conditions that include all dates. The condition is disabled if Auto
Refresh is active.
Search
 Click on the Search button to start search after setting the search conditions.
 All study data is searched if you search the data under the initialized state.
View the searched result

 Click on the Search button and check the result in the searched study list. You can check the patient and
study appointment information of each Scheduled item.
 The Patient and scheduling information that are searched for in the following three conditions appear in
the checklist.
1 All: All patient information and schedule information appears.

2 Taken: Only the patient information with images and the schedule information are displayed.
3 Untaken: Only patient information without images and scan schedule information are displayed.
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 If the search condition is hidden in Sapphire Blue skin, the Scheduled Start Date and End
Date are not initialized.
 Click the searched item to check its scheduled procedure items from the following list.
 Headers of the procedure list cannot be modified.
 The scheduled item will not be indicated if it does not include a procedure.
 Shows or hides the list of procedures that display the Scheduled Procedure entry for the selected item at
the bottom of the screen.
4 Show SPS List: All patient information and schedule information appears.
5 Hide SPS List: Only the patient information with images and the schedule information are displayed.
 If the searched item is mapped with a procedure code of VXvue, the steps of mapped procedure for
shooting will be showed as follows.
 Refer to <10.4 Managing the List Header and Field> for more information about headers
and fields of the searched list.
Renew the search result automatically
 Check Auto Refresh to automatically renew the patient information transmitted from DICOM
Worklist Server.
 Set the interval for renewing patient information from Setting mode  DICOM tab  MWL.
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5.1.3 Canceling for Searching Scheduled
 Press the ESC key to stop searching Scheduled (while the progress circle is rotated.).
 The searched result before stopping search will display on the screen.
5.1.4 Using Scheduled Items
Add to Reserved
 Save the patient information to Reserved in advance, and use the data when you cannot
use the Scheduled item.
1 Select the Scheduled item to be saved to Reserved. You can select multiple items using
Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Click on the Add to Local button and save the selected items to the local database.
3 Check the saved items from the Reserved tab.
Start Study
1 Selet the scheduled items to make an exposure.You can select multiple items using Ctrl or
Shift key. When you select multiple items, the 1st selected item will start being exposed.
2 Click on the Start to Study button to start taking images.
 The exposure will be started with the patient and prescribing information of the selected
Scheduled item.
 The screen is switched to the Exposure mode automatically.
Register new Procedure Code

If an unregistered Procedure code is found in the Scheduled item brought from Worklist server, a notice is
generated to ask whether to register the new code to Procedure in VXvue. You can add or update the
Procedure information whenever an unregistered code is found while taking images.
1 If you register an unregistered Procedure code, click on the Yes

button to display the Step List dialog of Setup Procedure and
register the new Procedure code.
 Click on the New button and generate a new Procedure.

 Click on the Copy From button to copy the registered Procedure
and generates a new one.
 Click on the Mapping button and map the new procedure to the
existed Procedure.
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 Refer to <10.4 Managing the List Header and Field> for more information about headers
and fields of the searched list.
Send Worlist items to the wireless detector

Select the Scheduled items from the list to move them to the wireless detector.
 You can select multiple items using Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Click on the Send to Wireless Detector button and send the items to the wireless detector.
 The button is not showed if a wireless detector is not connected.
 The transmitted item can be searched from mobile devices such as a laptop, tablet and a
smart phone.
 Refer to <VXvue Portable Mode> guide for the information about wireless exposure.
Start emergency exposure

 Click on the Emergency button to start the emergency exposure irrespective of the
Scheduled item.
 The ID and name of the emergency patient is input automatically based on the present
date and time.
 The ID form is EM-YYMMDD-HHMMSS.
 The name is Urgent Patient.
 Refer to <10.2 Emergency> for more information about the emergency exposure.
Multi select
 Click on the Multi Select button to select multiple Scheduled items.
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5.2 Unscheduled Panel
You can input the patient information from the Unscheduled panel.
 The patient information can be stored to the local database.
 You can make an exposure after inputting the patient information.
 You can start an emergency exposure without inputting the patient information.
5.2.1 Patient Prescribing Information
Item Input Method Note

Comply with the current date and time format of
Scheduled Date Time None
Windows OS.
Accession Number Manual input Patient prescribing information
Patient ID Manual input Patient ID
Patient Name Patient name (Last Name, First Name, Middle Name,
Manual input
(Last Name) Prefix, Suffix)
Birth Date Optional Birth date of patient
Age Calculation/Optional D (Day), M (Month), Y (Year)
Sex Optional M (Male), F (Female), O (Others)
Height / Weight Manual input Height / Weight unit.
Procedure Optional Exposure study code.
Referring Physician Optional Referring physician name.
Performing Physician Optional Performing physician name of the study.
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Patient Comment Manual input Additional patient information.

Study Description Manual input Additional study information.
Institution Residence Manual input Address of the institution.
Diagnosis Description Manual input Describing the diagnosis opinion.
Additional History Manual input Past medical record
Priority order of studies (STAT, HIGH, ROUTINE,
Procedure Priority Optional
MEDIUM, LOW)
Reading Physician Optional Physician name who reads the image
Institution Optional Institution name where the study is conducted.
 The items that required to be entered are indicated as a green color.

 You can set the required items directly.
 Refer to Registration group in VXvue Service Manual for the information about setting
required input items.
 The special characters allowed to be inserted to manual items are ( , ) , + , - , _

 Some values of the optional items should be set from the Setting mode in advance.
 You can generate accession number automatically by selecting Use auto access number-
Yes from Setting  Registration  General.
 If you input the pre-existing patient ID, the following information will be input and
displayed automatically.
 Patient ID, Patient Name, Birth Date, Sex, Patient Comments
 If different patient names have a same ID, a window for patient name selection is
displayed. You can select a patient name from the window.
 The input items of Patient Name are divided to five (5) itmes as follows.
 Prefix, First Name, Middle Name, Last Name, Suffix
 Last Name is the compulsory one represents Patient Name. You can also add the desired
name item to use.
 Refer to Registration group in VXvue Service Manual for the details about setting the
patient information.
 Put the mouse cursor on a month, day, year / hour, minute, second items of Scheduled
Date Time and press the arrow keys (↑↓) to change each item.
 Age is calculated and input automatically when you enter Birth Date first.
 The unit options of Height / Weight are Metric (kg / cm) and English (lb / ft).
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 You can register a physician name to Referring / Performing / Reading Physician in

advance.
 You can register the names of hospital and institution to Institution in advance.
 The maximum number of input/output letters of Diagnosis Description and Institution
Residence is limited to 64.
 Refer to Registration group in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about
setting the hospital and institution information.
 If you take images after selecting Procedure, the matched Step is registered
automatically.
 You can select the exposure priority from Procedure Priority.
 STAT / HIGH / ROUTINE / MEDIUM / LOW
 Refer to Procedure Manager in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about
the study procedure.
5.2.2 Inputting Patient information Directly
Input information manually and add to the reserved

1 Input the patient information manually.
2 Click on the Add to Reserved button and save the information to the Reserved database.
 You can check the information from the Reserved tab.
Input information manually and start study

1 Input the patient information manually.
2 Click on the Start Study button and make an exposure.

1 Click on the Emergency button.
 The emergency exposure is started irrespective of the patient information.
 The ID and patient name is inserted automatically based on the present date and time.
 The patient ID form is EM-YYMMDD-HHMMSS.
 The patient name is Urgent Patient.
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5.3 Reserved Panel
From the Reserved panel, you can use the patient information reserved by clicking on the Add to reserved
button in Scheduled or Unscheduled.
5.3.1 Tools in Reserved Panel
Reserved search tools

You can bring the patient information stored in the database by using the Reserved search tools.
Import patient information from the outside

 Import the patient information stored as the text (.txt) file format and register it to the
Reserved panel.
 Click on the Import Patient Order button to open the Import Patient Order dialog.
 Since the patient information as the text (.txt) file is parsed according to the rules for each
row and column, refer to the template files (PatientListSample.txt) by clicking on
button.

 The patient information (Patient ID/ Paitent Name/..) is divided into tabs.
 The unit of patient is divided into carriage characters (Enter).
 You can move and edit the patient information in Excel. When the edit is completed, be
sure to import the file after changing its format to ‘.txt’.
 Specify the path of text file that the patient information is recorded.
 Check Use First Line to use the first line of text file as patient information.
 Uncheck Use First Line to use the first line of text file as the information for
column mapping.
 The function of Import Patient Order is supported for the human version of VXvue only.
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Tool buttons in Reserved panel

Send to wireless Sends the patient prescription information in Reserved items to the
detector wireless detector.
Starts taking images with the patient prescription information in the
Start Study
Local items.
Starts taking images of an emergency patient irrespective of Reserved
Emergency
items.
Multi Select Selects multiple Reserved items.
Edit Patient Modifies the patient prescription information in the Reserved item.
Delete Deletes the patient prescription information in the Reserved item.
Import Adds patient information read from a file to the Reserved item.
Export all searched patient prescription information displayed on the

screen as a text file (.csv).
Export
 Only Patient ID, Patient Name, Accession Number, Patient Sex, and
Scheduled Date items are stored.
5.3.2 Searching Reserved Information
Check the search condition

 You can search the patient information by using search tools in the Reserved panel.
 The AND arithmetic operation is applied to the inputted search condition.
Search item Input method Partial search Allowed characters
Patient ID Input Possible (,),+,-,_
Patient Name Input Possible ( , ) , + , - , _, @, /
( , ) , + , - , _, @, ‘, `, ~, !, ?,
Accession Number Input Possible
@, #, :, ;, ., ,
Patient Age Select a unit and input age Possible None
Patient Sex Select Impossible None
Scheduled Date Select date Impossible None
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Patient ID / Patient Name / Accession Number / Group Name

 You can search one of the three items (Patient Name, Patient ID,
Accession Number) or search all items by selecting ‘ID, Name, Acc
No’.
 Input information you want to search.
 You can input or search the items partly.
 If you choose all three items, the search work is applied for
each item.
Patient Age
 Select the age unit options and insert numbers.
 Select one of the options among D (Day), M (Month), Y (Year).
Patient Sex
 Select the gender of a patient.
 Select one among M (Male), F (Female), O (Other).
Scheduled Date
 There are two ways of inputting Scheduled Date.

 Press the period selection buttons (Today, Week, Month)
 Input dates by clicking a mouse button (Start Date, End Date)
 Input Scheduled Date on the keypad calendar with a mouse

button by selecting .
 Select two options (Start Date and End Date) separately.
 Change the date easily by clicking a mouse button on the
keypad calendar.
Initialize the search conditions

 Select the Default or Clear button to initialize the search condition.
 Default: The values of Scheduled Start Date and End Date become initialized as today’s date.
 Clear: Initialized to search conditions that include all dates.
 In Sapphire Blue skin, the scheduled start date and end date are not initialized if the
search condition is hidden.
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Search and check the result

 Start searching studies by clicking on the Search button after setting the search conditions. If you search
studies under the initialization status, all study data will be searched.
 Check the searched result on the study list after clicking on the Search button. You can check the patient
information of each Reserved item.
 The Patient and scheduling information that are searched for in the following three conditions appear in
the checklist.
1 All: All patient information and schedule information appears.

2 Taken: Only the patient information with images and the schedule information are displayed.
3 Untaken: Only patient information without images and scan schedule information are displayed.
 Click the searched item to check its scheduled procedure items from the following list.
 Headers of the procedure list cannot be modified.
 The scheduled item will not be indicated if it does not include a procedure.
 Shows or hides the list of procedures that display the Scheduled Procedure entry for the selected item at
the bottom of the screen.
1 Show SPS List: All patient information and schedule information appears.
2 Hide SPS List: Only the patient information with images and the schedule information are displayed
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 If the searched item is mapped with a procedure code of VXvue, the steps of mapped procedure for
shooting will be showed as follows.
5.3.3 Using Information in Reserved
Select items
Select items in Reserved. You can select multiple items by using Ctrl or Shift key.
Start Study
 Start acquiring an image by clicking on the Start to Study button.
 The exposure is started with the patient and prescribing information of the selected item.
 When you select multiple items by pressing Ctrl or Shift key, the detector starts taking
images from the item that you selected first.
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Register the new Procedure code at the beginning of exposure

 The Setup Procedure code window is displayed when a new code is found at the beginning of exposure.
 The new Procedure code is registered automatically with a name Inserted:code.
 Refer to Procedure Manager in VXvue Service Manual for more information about the
procedure code.
Send reserved items to the wireless detector

1 Select the items in Reserved which are moved to the wireless detector from the list.
 You can select multiple items using Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Click on the Send to Wireless Detector button and send the item to the detector.
 This button is not showed if a wireless detector is not connected.
 The item can be searched from mobile devices such as a laptop and a tablet.

 Click the Emergency button to start emergency shooting regardless of Scheduled.
 ID / name of emergency patient are entered automatically based on current date and time.
 The ID form is EM-YYMMDD-HHMMSS.
 The patient name is Urgent Patient.
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Correct the patient information

1 Click the Edit Patient button to correct the patient information at the Edit Patient window.
 Not the existing study and shoot information but only the patient information can be
corrected.
 You cannot correct multi-patient information at the same time.
2 Click on the Edit button and update the corrected information.
Delete the patient information

 Click on the Delete button to delete items in the Reserved.
 You cannot delete the exposed studies and their information.
Multi Select
 Click on the Multi Select button to choose multiple items in the Reserved.
 You can send the selected items to the Exposure mode.
Export
 Export the patient prescription information as a text file (.csv) by clicking the Export button.
 All searched prescription information is exported.
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6. How to Shoot Images
This section gives basic information for the way to acquire images.
Basic Exposure Procedure

Registering Patient Information
Selecting a Detector
Selecting Patient Size
Selecting Category and Step
Making an Exposure
Processing and Adjusting Images Additionally
Closing the Exposure
Importing Images from the Detector
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6.1 Basic Exposure Procedures
You can make an exposure with the following basic steps.
Item Instruction
1 Register Patient Info. Register the patient information and start a study.
2 Select a Detector Select a detector for making an exposure.
3 Select Pateint Size Select a patient size.
4 Select Category Select a category for making an exposure
5 Select Procedure Step Select a procedure step includes exposure conditions.
6 Acquire Image Make an exposure and acquire images.
7 Process the Image Check and process the image.
8 Adjust the Image Adjust the image appropriately.
9 Complete Finish the exposure.
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6.2 Registering Patient Information
Register the patient information first from the Registration mode for making exposure.
 You can register the patient information at the Registration mode by three ways as follows.
Panel Description
Scheduled Import the patient information by using DICOM Worklist.
Unscheduled Input the patient information directly.
Reserved Use the patient information reserved in advance.
Example of registering procedures

1 Move to the Unscheduled panel in the Registration mode.
2 Input the new patient information.
3 Click on the Start Study button after inputting the patient information.
4 Start making an exposure after the screen is switched to the Exposure mode.
 Refer to <5 How to Register Patient Prescribing Information> for the way of registering
patient information.
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6.3 Selecting / Cheking a Detector
 The icons are showed as many as the number of detectors available to

make an exposure. Choose a desired icon to process the exposure.
 A yellow frame is indicated around the selected detector icon.
1 Check the connection status of detector from the relevant icon.

2 Choose a detector for making an exposure.
 The detector icons are showed differently depending on each detector model. Refer to
<10.6.4 Detector Information Display Icon> for the information of detector icons.
6.3.1 Selecting Receptor
 You can use the Receptor icon instead of the detector icon.
 The number at the right bottom of the icon indicates a turn of the detector when
you use multiple detectors.
The Receptor has four types of icon – Table, Stand, Table Top, No Bucky
Receptor Description
Table The detector is installed in the Bucky for table.
Stand The detector is installed in the Bucky for stand.
Table Top The detector is mounted on Bucky for table.
No Bucky The detector is not installed in Bucky.
 The detector icon is indicated differently depending on each detector model. Refer to
<10.6.4 Detector Information Display Icon> for the detailed information about detector
icons.
 Refer to Detector Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the way to change a detector icon
to a receptor icon.
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6.3.2 CR Mode
 Preset the CR mode to make AED function be deactivated to prevent the

detector from acquiring images even X-ray is exposed.
In the CR mode, the following message is displayed on the image view of Exposure mode.
1 Click on the CR mode icon. The icon status is changed.

2 Check if the program is turned to the CR mode.
3 Click on the detector icon or Receptor icon to release the CR mode.
 The CR mode icon is not indicated unless you preset the CR mode to use.
 Refer to Detector Menu in VXvue Service Manual to preset whether or not to use the CR
mode.
6.3.3 Sleep Mode
 When the detector is switched to the Sleep mode, the detector icon is changed to the
Sleep mode icon.
 You cannot make an exposure if the Sleep mode is not disabled.
Disable Sleep mode

1 Click on the Sleep mode icon or press the button on the
detector.
2 A pop-up message is displayed for asking whether to disable
the Sleep mode or not.
3 Click on the OK button to disable the Sleep mode, or click on
the Cancel button to maintain the Sleep mode status.
 The Sleep mode can be used if the following conditions are all met.
 When using the wireless detector.
 When the wireless detector is connected wirelessly.
 When the Sleep mode is activated from VXSetup.
 Refer to VIVIX Setup Operation Manual for the detailed information about setting the
Sleep mode.
 You cannot acquire images even the x-ray is exposed under the Sleep mode. Be sure to
check if the Sleep mode is activated before making an exposure.
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6.3.4 Caution for the Operation Environment
 A caution mark is shown on the detector icon when the operation environment of the
detector is out of the optimal range.
 If you see this mark, take proper measures by checking the following situations.
1 The temperature of detector is too high or too low. (less than 5°C, more than 50°C)
2 The strength of wireless communication signal is too weak when the detetcor is operated wirelessly. (Link
quality is less than 40.)
3 In case of the wireless detector, the battery remains less than 30%.
6.3.5 Checking the Detector Information
You can check the detector status information by clicking the right mouse button on the detector icon.
Detector connection status (Connected IP address)
Icon Phrase Description
Disconnected Detector is not connected
Connected Detector is connected (IP address)
Disconnected Detector is disconnected
The information of temperature in the detector
Temperature error Internal temperature of the detector is low. (Under 5℃)
Temperature is normal Internal temperature of the detector is low. (Normal, 5℃ ~ 50℃)
Temperature is high Internal temperature of the detector is high. (Above 50℃)
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Battery information (Battery remains (%))
Battery is full Battery capacity is below 100%
Battery is three quarters Battery capacity is below 75%
Battery is half Battery capacity is below 50%
Battery is quarter Battery capacity is below 25%
Battery is low Need to charge battery
Wifi signal strength
Wifi is full Wifi signal strength is below 100%
Wifi is three quarters Wifi signal strength is below 75%
Wifi is half Wifi signal strength is below 50%
Wifi is quarter Wifi signal strength is below 25%
Wifi is low Wifi error
Import images from the detector

When the wireless detector is used, the image is saved in the detector or PC when the following situations
occur. (For certain models, the FTM image is stored inside the detector.)
 Shooting without connecting VXvue
 Failure of image transmission during shooting
 Failure of image processing after shooting
You can import the images stored in the detector from VXvue.
 Refer to <6.9 Importing Images from the Detector> for the detailed information.
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Detector AP mode

Detector AP Mode is On Detector AP Mode is activated.
Detector AP Mode is Off Detector AP Mode is deactivated.
Turn on the detector AP mode

1 Click on the Turn On button from the Detector Info window.
2 Click on the Yes button. The wireless detector is rebooted automatically.
3 Check if the detector AP mode is turned on.
Turn the detector AP mode off

1 Click on the Turn Off button from the Detector Info window.
2 Click on the Yes button. The wireless detector is rebooted automatically.
3 Check if the detector AP mode is turned off.
 The contents about battery information, Wifi signal strength, the number of images,
image import, and changing the AP Mode are applied to the wireless detector only.
 If a detector and a PC are not connected as follows while detector AP is on, the Turn Off
button of the AP mode is not indicated in the Detector Info dialog.
 Connecting the detector to SCU with a tether interface cable.
 Connecting SCU to PC with a LAN cable directly.
 Refer to VIVIX Setup Operation Manual for the detailed information about setting the
AP Mode.
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6.4 Selecting Patient Size
 Check the patient size to be exposed and click on the arrow button to select size
options as follows.
Large Medium Small Pediatric
 As the patient size is linked with the procedure step information, you can set the
exposure condition for each patient size in advance. Refer to Step Tab in VXvue Service
Manual for the information about setting steps related to a patient size.
 The patient size is one of the main factors affects the exposure condition and image
quality. Process the exposure by selecting a patient size matched with the exposure
environment since the x-ray dose collected by the detector can be different according to
the patient size.
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6.5 Selecting Category and Step
You can select a category and step suitable for the exposed bodypart of a patient after checking it.
6.5.1 Composition (Image Type)
1 Procedure tab selection area

 This area is divided into Procedure & Protocol tab and Step & Bodypart tab.
 Choose a tab to be fit for the exposure purpose.
2 Category selection area
 Choose or configure the category.
3 Step selection area
 Choose the step configured for each bodypart in the selected category.
4 Exposure projection selection area
 Choose the exposure projection of each step.
6.5.2 Fixing and Releasing Shortcut
 Click on a lock at the left bottom to fix it locked or to release it unlocked. .

 Depending on the lock icon status, you can fix Shortcut or move it by dragging with the mouse
button.
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6.5.3 Composition (Button Type)
1 Page Up / Down
 Turn the pages of selection dialog of category, step, procedure or projection.
2 Category selection area
 Choose the category.
3 Step or procedure selection area
 Choose the step configured for each bodypart in the selected category.
4 Exposure projection selection area
 Choose the exposure projection of each step.
 The Step area has two types – Image and Button.

 The Button type is optimized for the touch function.
 You can change the setting from the Category menu of the Procedure tab in the Setting
mode, or press F8 key on the keyboard to switch the type.
 You can adjust the width of bodypart and projection area as well as the image area by
dragging them with a mouse button.
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6.5.4 Changing a Category
 Click on to change a category.

 Otherwise, click on the category name and select another
category from the Select Category window to change.
 Refer to Category Tab in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about
registering and setting the category.
6.5.5 Order of Selecting Procedure and Step
1 Check the exposed bodypart of the object.

2 Choose the exposure setting unit matching to the exposure condition, and select Procedure & Protocol
or Step & Bodypart tab.
3 Choose a category which the exposed bodypart is included in.
4 Choose the procedure of exposed bodypart or shortcut of the step on the human body image.
5 Choose the exposure projection item located at the right of the screen.
6 Check if the image view is ready to make an exposure.
 Step is a basic unit of the exposure condition combinated with the exposed bodypart,
orientation and patient size information.
 Procedure is a combinated unit with two or more different steps.
 Before taking images, you should preset the step or procedure for each exposure
condition. Use the basic step and procedure in VXvue or set the step in person.
 Refer to Step Tab in VXvue Service Manual for the contents about setting each procedure
and step.
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6.5.6 Checking Preparation of Exposure
When the exposure is ready, the patient and bodypart information are displayed on the image view in the
order of Patient Name, Patient ID, and Bodypart. Also, the icon is indicated in the thumbnail to
notice that the step is selected.
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6.6 Making an Expousre
Receiving image
1 Start making an exposure by shooting X-ray to the object.
2 Wait until the detector receives the image.
 While the image is being received, the standby icon is displayed and the reception
amount of the image is displayed.
 The receiving time can be different depending on the detector connection status or the
PC use environment.
 For certain models, the Cancel button will be displayed if image transmission fails or the
reception is delayed. Click this button to stop the image transmission.
Processing image
1 The preview image displays on the screen after the image is
received.
2 The image processing is started by reading the exposure step
information immediately after the preview image displayed.
3 Wait until the image is processed completely.
 The standby icon shows while the image is being processed, and the preview image
displays.
 When the preview image is displayed during image processing, the preview message
appears at the bottom of the image along with the processing status message.
 The setting of font, size, and color of ‘Preview’ letter is the same as that of label.
(Path: Setting  Display  Information Overlay)
 The processing speed can be different depending on the algorithm setting or the PC use
environment.
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Completing exposure
 Check the final image applied image processing.
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6.7 Processing and Adjusting Images Additionally
Check the acquired image when you finish making an exposure.

 You can process the images additionally using image processing tools.
 You can adjust the images using image adjustment tools.
 It is also possible to process and adjust the stored image additionally after making an exposure.
 Refer to <7 Image Processing> for the information about using the image processing and
adjustment tools.
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6.8 Closing the Exposure
 Click on button in the Study tab to close the study.

 If there are steps left for shooting images, it is possible to choose whether you close the study or not.
 Click on the Close Study or Close All Studies icon from Tools of the image adjustment to close the
study.
 Click on the Suspend Study icon from Tools of the image adjustment to hold the study while shooting
images. In this case, the step to be shot is held too.
 Refer to <7.30 Closing Study> for the information on how to close the study.
 Refer to <7.31 Suspending Study> for the information on how to hold the study.
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6.9 Importing Images from the Detector
6.9.1 Auto Import
 If the image is captured with the wireless detector without connecting VXvue (Stored), or if the image
transmission fails during shooting with the wireless detector (Backup), the image is saved inside the
detector.
 If image processing fails after shooting (Backup - Local), the image is saved on PC.
 VXvue generates studies and imports images automatically by using the study information stored in the
detector.
 If there is no study information stored in the detector, or if the image is saved in the PC, it will be
displayed as No ID, No name together with the shooting time as below.
1 Click the Import button in Detector Info to open the Import Image From Detector window as above.
2 Choose one or more studies from the list you want to import to VXvue, and click the Auto Import
button.
 In case you choose a single study, select images to import by checking boxes and clicking on the Auto
Import button at the lower right.
 If you select multiple studies, import all images by clicking the Auto Import button at the lower right.
 When images are imported completely, they disappear from the list one by one.
 When communication is broken while importing images, a message displays and the
Import Image From Detector window is closed.
 In this case, check the connection status between the detector and viewer. After that,
open the Detector Info window again to import images.
 We recommend you connect the detector with a tether interface cable when importing
images.
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6.9.2 Matching Import
 If the image is captured with the wireless detector without connecting VXvue (Stored), or if the image
transmission fails during shooting with the wireless detector (Backup), the image is saved inside the
detector.
 You can match the study information when importing images stored in the detector.
 If there is no study information stored in the detector, the image will be displayed as No ID, No name
together with the shooting time as below
1 Click on the Import button in Detector Info to open the Import Image From Detector window as
above.
2 Choose one or more studies from the list you want to import to VXvue, and click on the Matching
Import button.
 In case you choose a single study, select images to import by checking boxes and clicking on the
Matching Import button in the lower right. Then the selection window of target study shows for
selecting the desired study.
 In case you choose multiple studies, import all images by clicking on the Matching Import button in
the lower left. Match each study in the Matching Study window to import images.
 The maximum number of study you can match at the same time is 10.
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 Click one of the four panels display on the Select Study window.
1 Same Patient ID panel

 If the study that you want to match now and the patient ID are stored in the same study, you can
indicate and select the study on the list.
2 Scheduled panel
 The patient information imported from DICOM Worklist is indicated on the study list to be matched.
 Unlike the Registration mode, this panel does not provide tool buttons.
3 Unschedueld panel
 You should input the patient information to the study to be matched.
 Unlike the Registration mode, this panel does not provide date and time of the study as well as the
study code.
4 Reserved panel
 The patient information reserved by using the Scheduled or Unscheduled menu is indicated on the
study list to be matched.
 Unlike the Registration mode, this panel does not provide tool buttons.
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 Refer to <5 How to Register Patient Prescribing Information> for more information.
 From the study list showed on the selected panel window, the study information is matched with the
items selected from the study list. Click on the Import button to import images after the study matching
is compeleted.
5 Select and input the desired study and click Import / OK buttons in order.
 When you match a single study, the Import button shows and the image is imported directly.
 When you match multiple studies, the OK button shows. If you click the OK button, an ‘O’ mark is
indicated on the matched item of the Matching Study window. Check if the Import button is operated
normally after all studies are matched.
6 In the Study tab of the shooting screen, check if the image is imported successfully after matching the
study.
 Refer to <6.3.5 Checking the Detector Information> for the information of Auto Import by
using detector information.
6.9.3 FTM Mode
How to Set
You can determine whether or not to use the FTM mode from VIVIX Setup and VXvue.
How to Acquire Full Image

1 You can acquire full images by using the import function which can bring images from the detector.
2 You can also acquire full images by using the Get Full Image function of VXvue.
 For more information, refer to <6.9.1 Auto Import> and <7.29 Getting Full-Sized Image>.
 FTM mode is supported from F/W V1.0.3.31 for FXRD-1012N detector and F/W V1.0.0.4
for VXTD-2532E detector.
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7. Image Processing
This section gives instruction on how to use the image processing tools.
Image View
Thumbail Images
Panel and Buttons
Image Processing Tools
Selecting Image, Adjusting Image Size, Moving Image
Magnifying the Region of Interest
Adjusting Brightness and Contrast of Image
Cropping, Inverting, Rotating Image
Using the Image Layout
Using Annotations and Labels
Stitching Images
Processing the Image
Copying the Image
Changing Target E.I.
Correcting Grid Lines
Changing Order of Images
Using Tools for Print
Using Full View
Suspending Study
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7.1 Image View
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
1 Image Overlay at the left top

2 Image Overlay at the right top
3 Image Overlay at the left bottom
4 Image Overlay at the right bottom
5 Scale
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7.1.1 Image Overlay
You can check the image information by indicating it in the overlaid area. Each Overlay can be assigned on
the top left / top right and at the bottom left / bottom right of the image as you want.
 Refer to Information Overlay Menu in VXvue Service Manual for setting Image Overlay.
7.1.2 Scale
 Scale is the actual length of the measured image.

 You can check the actual length and size of the image by using the scale.
 You should set the changed information of actual length by using pixel spacing
correction to get the correct length of the image.
 Refer to <7.7.3 Actual Size View> for more information about measuring and setting
the actual length.
 You can hide the scale or change its position from the Configuration tab of the
View panel in the Setting mode.
 The length displayed on the image is configured on the basis of the length measured
from a detector surface. This means that a common difference can be occurred between
the actual length and the measured one, because the actual exposure part has uniform
height from the detector surface. For this reason, the length measured from Viewer
should be used as a reference data only. Vieworks has no responsibility for the result
caused by the measured length information.
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7.2 Thumbnail Images
Check the Thumbnail Images

 You can view the thumbnail image without opening the related
study from the Exposure, Database, and Viewer modes.
 A yellow frame is displayed around the selected thumbnail.
 You can select multiple thumbnails by using the Ctrl, Shift key or
Multi-Select Thumbnail button at the top.
 You can use some functions with the selected thumbnail.
 Use a mouse wheel to view a large number of thumbnail images.
Thumbnail information
 You can check step information for shooting from the thumbnail.
 You can check the series and image number of the thumbnail.
 You can check status icons of the thumbnail.
Adjusting the Width of Thumbnail

 You can adjust the width of thumbnail area by dragging a boundary
between the thumbnail and image.
 Up to four thumbnail images can be included in the maximum width
depending on the resolution and skin.
 The size of a thumbnail image is not changed.
Rejecting Thumbnai Images

 Choose the image to be removed and click the Reject Thumbnail button. Select a
reason for removal when a window displays.
Importing Full Image

 You can acquire a full image by clicking the icon in the center
of the preview image.
1 Click the center icon of the preview image.
2 The image import function is performed automatically from the
detector.
3 Check the imported image (Full Image).
 For details on acquiring Full Image, refer to <6.9 Importing Images from the Detector>
and <7.29 Getting Full-Sized Image>.
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 FTM mode is supported from F/W V1.0.3.31 for FXRD-1012N detector and F/W V1.0.0.4
for VXTD-2532E detector.
Restoring Image
 The deleted image is indicated as a red color, and is available
to be restored.
4 Double click the thumbnail of a deleted image.
5 Click on the Yes button on the following message that asking
whether you will restore the image or not.
6 Check the restored image.
 The Reject Thumbnail function is supported to the Exposure and Viewer modes only.
 You can remove an image in the study unit from the Database mode (Reject Study).
Grouping Thumbnails
 Click on the Group Thumbnail button to group the images in the study for each body
part.
 Click on the title button of group to show or hide a group.
Thumbnail (General) Thumbnail (Group)
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 The thumbnail of stitching groups can be distingushsed by their outline colors.
Selecting Multiple Thumbnails

 Click on this button and press the Ctrl and Shift keys to choose a number of
thumbnails.
 You can also choose a number of thumbnails by clicking a thumbnail with the Ctrl and
Shift keys.
Changing the order of thumbnail images

 Touch or drag the selected image with a mouse to move it to the
desired position.
 The position is indicated with a red line.
 Release a finger or a mouse button to change the order of image.
 The order change of thumbnail image is available in the same series only.
 The order of images cannot be changed of multiple thumbnails are selected.
 If the order of thumbnail image is changed, its instance number is also changed.
 Some backed-up images are limited to apply this function.
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Selecting Thumbnail
 Click on the thumbail you want to choose.
 Move arrow keys (←,→, ↑,↓) of the keyboard to choose a thumbnail.
← → Keys
↑↓Keys
 Press Page Up key to choose thumbnails of the previous page.

 Press Page Down key to choose thumbnails of the next page.
 Press Home key to choose the first thumbnail on the thumbnail list.
 Press End key to choose the last thumbnail on the thumbnail list.
 Input a letter to choose thumbnails which bodypart name is started with it.
 Ex) Input ‘C’ to choose thumbnails of ‘Chest’ or ‘C-Spine’. Keep pressing ‘C’ to choose all thumbnails
starting with ‘C’ letter in consecutive order.
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Retaking Images
 Choose the image to retake and click on the Retake Thumbnail button. A pop-
up window displays for selecting a reason to remove the image. Choose one of
the reasons to remove image, and then a same step for retaking image is added.
 The added step for retaking image will be removed when you restore the rejected image.
 Before you retake images, uncheck the ‘Use reject reason’ menu from Setting > Study >
Rejected Reason menu to stop displaying ‘Use Reject reason’.
 You can change the tools used in the thumbnail list from the Setting mode. Refer to
Thumbnail Setting in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information.
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7.3 Image Processing Panel
The Tools panel provides tools for adjusting and controlling images. You can click on the desired tools to
add them as user-defined image processing ones.
1 Step indicating area

Indicates the currently selected step. You can change
the step or apply image processing.
2 Image adjustment tools area

Provides various image adjustment tools.
3 Layout tools area

Provide various view layout tools.
4 Annotation tools area

Provides various annotation tools.
5 Image management tools area

Provides various image adjustment tools. You can
manage images by unifying, sending, handling, setting
and deleting them.
Checking Steps
 From the displaying region of Step, you can check
the step name of the study or image which is
currently selected.
 The selected image means that it is processed by
the current step information.
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Changing Steps
1 From the displaying region of Step, click
on the Change Step button to open Step
List window.
2 Choose Bodaypart, Projection and
Patient Size that you want to change.
3 Click OK button to change the step
information of the image. After that, The
image is processed again by the changed
step information.
 From the displaying region of Step, click on the

Image Process button to open the window of
default tools for image processing.
 Refer to <7.5 Using Basic Image Processing Tools> for the detailed information of using
the default tools for image processing.
7.3.1 User-Adjustable Image Processing Tools
 You can check the user-defined image processing tools in the Exposure mode and Viewer mode.
 You can register or delete the image processing tools directly.
 With the tools, you can easily process the image.
Default tool buttons

 Eight (8) default buttons are provided.
 Select, Zoom, Pan, Window Width/Level, Crop,
Rectangle, CW, CCW, Fit
 You can register or delete the default tool buttons
from the Setting mode.
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Default pop-up tool buttons

 The additional tools are popped up for two (2)
seconds by clicking on button.
 The pop-up buttons are a tool group which is
unregistered as default ones.
7.3.2 Adjustment Tools for Printed Image
This area provides tools for adjusting the printed images.
1 Image adjustment rools area (Manipulation)

You can adjust printed images with the image adjustment
tools.
2 Layout tools area (Layout)

You can control the number of printed images on the
single screen by using the layout tools.
3 Tools area for print only (Tools)

You can manage the printed images by using tools for
print only.
4 Annotation tools area (Annotation)

You can add annotations on the printed image by using
annotation tools.
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7.4 Image Adjustment Tool Buttons
7.4.1 Control Tools

The default status of a mouse cursor. You can select an image or
Select
annotations.
Select All Selects all images in the study.
Zoom Enlarges or reduce an image.
Pan Moves the selected image to the desired position.
W/L Adjusts the brightness and contrast of an image.
Adjusts the brightness and contrast of image in the selected region of

ROI W/L
interest.
Glass Magnifies a specific region of interest by twice.
Crop Crops an image into a desired shape and size.
Ellipse Crops an image into an ellipse.
Rectangle Crops an image into a rectangle.
Polygon Crops an image into a polygon.
Free Crop an image into a desired size of area.
CW Rotates an image by 90˚ clockwise.
CCW Rotates an image by 90˚ counterclockwise.
Line Rotates an image freely by the reference line.
Free Rotates an image to a desired degree.
Fits an image to the main image window size.

Fit
If the image is cropped, the cropped area is fit to the window size.
Invert Inverts black and white of an image.
Flip Flips an image vertically.
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Mirror Flips an image from side to side.
Real Size Displays an image as its actual size.
Guide Show grid-shaped guides on screen.
7.4.2 Layout Tools
1X1 Layout Displays one image on the main image window.
2X2 Layout Displays four images on the main image window.
3X3 Layout Displays nine images on the main image window.
Customizes the image layout within 4x4 layout (maximum) to display

User-defined
on the main image window.
Multi Layout Displays images in the layout configured in the Setting tab.
7.4.3 Annotation Tools
Distance Measures distance by drawing a line between two points on the image.
Measures an acute angle by drawing angles among three points on the

Angle
image.
Add R Label Adds R label on the image to indicate direction.
Add L Label Adds L label on the image to indicate direction.
Text Adds text to indicate information of the image.
Hide Annotation Hides all annotations added on the image.
Cobb Angle Measures cobb’s angle.
Arrow Draws an arrow to indicate the specific region of the image.
Draws a line between the two points of the image to measure twisted
V.Disc.
part (up-and-down).
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Rectangle Draws a rectangle over an image to indicate a specific region.
Square Draws a square over an image to indicate a specific region.
Circle Draws a circle over an image to indicate a specific region.
Ellipse Draws an ellipse over an image to indicate a specific region.
Rect ROI Assigns the region of interest of image to measure its pixel information.
Delete Annotation Deletes the added annotation on the image.
7.4.4 Management Tools
Send Sends the image to DICOM server.
Print Sends the image to the Print mode for DICOM printing.
Saves images to the specific path such as the external device

Ext.Save
automatically or manually.
Reject Rejects the image.
Retake Adds a step to retake the rejected image.
Close Study Saves and close the study in checking among the opened studies.
Close All Study Saves and close all opened studies.
Move Image Moves the image to the other study.
Edit Patient Modifies the patient information on the image.
Muilti-Send Sends the image by selecting the DICOM object server.
Stitch Connects two or more images together.
You can view the original image (RAW) without applying detector
Raw
rotation information and image processing.
Processes the image variously and detailedly as well as manage the
Image Process
image processing parameters.
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Copy Image Copies images.
Target E.I. Sets Target E.I for each patient size.
Grid Suppression (None) Not applying the grid correction.
Grid Suppression (Auto) Detects and corrects grid lines automatically.
Grid Suppression
Corrects vertical grid lines.
(Vertical)
Grid Suppression
Corrects horizontal grid lines.
(Horizontal)
None Saves the left/right patient information indicated on the image.
Left Saves the left/right patient information indicated on the image.
Right Saves the left/right patient information indicated on the image.
Both Saves the left/right patient information indicated on the image.
Union Saves the left/right patient information indicated on the image.
Patient Orientation Sets patient orientation of the image.
Up Moves the selected original image to upward.
Down Moves the selected original image to downward.
Image Pixel Spacing Measures the actual size
Open Full View Displays the current image as a full view.
Suspend Study Suspends and closes the current study.
Reset Resets the image to the step setting value.
Change Step Changes the step of image that is currently selected.
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7.4.5 Tools for Print
Delete Deletes the film image.
Delete All Deletes all film images.
Swap Changes the position of two film images.
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7.5 Using Basic Image Processing Tools
Introductoin of the image processing tools

 Click this icon to open image process control screen.
 You can adjust the image processing partially.
 VXvue provides the basic tools for image processing. You can secure the satisfactory image quality by
using the tools.
 The basic image processing tools predefines three types of parameter for each Step. (Normal, Soft,
Hard) You can improve the image quality by selecting Step and image processing items freely.
 The basic image processing tools provide the basic elements of image processing: Contrast, Sharpness,
and Brightness. For images with PureImpact™ image processing, additional Sharpening Size, Tone Type
and Noise Reduction adjustments are available. You can check the image quality while using the
adjustment function directly.
 The basic image processing tool provides Post LUT information in HS8 image processed image. If the
image is processed with PureImpact™, the Post LUT selection screen is not provided. You can view the
image quality results by changing the Post LUT directly.
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Apply image processing parameter
 VXvue provides three parameters for each step. (Normal, Soft, Hard)
 You can select and apply the desired parameter to the image for securing the optimal image quality.
Parameter Description
Normal Basic image processing parameter
Soft Processes the image more softly than Normal.
Hard Processes the image more sharply than Normal.
 Besides Normal, Soft, Hard, all parameters can be configured from XIPL.TOOL.
 Refer to XIPL User Manual for the detailed information about parameter settings.
Adjusting image processing basic elements

You can check the image processing results by adjusting the basic elements of image processing.
1 Select an image and adjust Contrast, Sharpness,

Brightness. For images with PureImpact™ image
processing, also adjust Sharpening Size, Tone Type,
and Noise Reduction.
2 After adjusting the image, click on the Process
button and check the image processing result.
Change Post LUT

 You can check the image processing result while
changing the Post LUT value.
 The Contrast, Sharpness, Brightness, Sharpening Size, Tone Type, Noise Reduction and
Post LUT values you change in the Process tab are not stored in the parameters.
 Please use XIPL.TOOL to save the changed value to parameters.
 Refer to XIPL User Manual for the detailed information about the meaning of each
parameter as well as setting and storing it.
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7.6 Selecting Images
 You can choose the image / annotations partailly (Select) or choose all images of a
study. (Select All).
 When you click on this button, the active function will be deactivated and turned
back to the basic state.
Use the basic optional function

1 Click on the Select button on the
Tools panel.
 You can also use Esc key instead of
the button.
2 Choose the desired image from the
image screen.
 A yellow frame is displayed around
the selected image.
3 Choose the desired annotation on the
image.
 The selected one is displayed as a
selected state.
Select by combinating special keys

1 Click the desired image or annotations one by one while pressing the Ctrl key.
 You can choose more than two images or annotations in order.
2 Click two images or annotations while pressing the Shift key.
 You can choose two images as well as all the images and annotations between them.
Select all images

1 Click on the Select All button on the Tools panel.
2 Check if all images in the current study are selected.
 Only the following functions can be applied to the multi-selected images simultaneously.
 Invert function (Invert, Mirror, Flip)
 Rotation function (Clockwise, Counter clockwise)
 Size control function (Fit, 1:1)
 Add label function (Add R label, Add L label)
 Specialized functions (Image Process, Send, Print, Stitch, Convert Raw, Reject Image)
 The other functions are applied to the single image only.
 If you choose the other functions, the multi-selected images are cancelled and only one
image will be selected automatically.
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7.7 Adjusting Image Size
7.7.1 Enlarge or Reduce the Image
 You can enlarge or reduce the image.

 The maximum zoom ratio is 3200% and the minimum is 5% compared to the original image.
 Annotations in the image are also enlarged and reduced when you zoom in/out the image.
How to use
1 Click on the Zoom button on the Tools panel.
2 Move the mouse cursor to the image screen then the cursor will be changed to magic glass shape.
3 Press and drag the left mouse button on the image to control zooming.
 Drag the mouse upwards to enlarge image.
 Drag the mouse downwards to reduce image.
Close
1 Release the mouse button to finish zooming.
7.7.2 Fit the image to screen size
 You can fit an image to the screen size.

 Annotations in the image are also adjusted.
 The cropped image will be fit to the window.
How to use
1 Click on the Fit button on the Tools panel.
2 Check if the image is fit to the main image window.
7.7.3 Actual Size View
 Display the image size by measuring its actual size.

 This function is only applied to the image displayed on the monitor currently.
 You should preset the pixel information of a monitor and the pixel spacing correction to
measure exact size of the image.
How to use
1 Click on the Real Size button on the Tools panel.
2 Check if the image is fit to the actual size of the object displayed on the monitor.
 You can measure the object size on the monitor with a ruler.
 Refer to Monitor Correction Menu in VXvue Service Manual for setting pixel information
of the monitor.
 The pixel spacing correction should be performed to display exact size of the image.
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 For more information, refer to <7.26 Correcting Pixel Spacing of Image> or <11.8.2
Detector Menu>.
The principle of pixel spacing

 Pixel Spacing: Distance between mid points of pixels in relation to OID.
 When a distance between an object and a detector increases, the image size gets bigger by a
magnification. The pixel spacing- a scaled distance between mid points of pixels becomes longer
relatively.
 When a distance between an object and a detector reduces, the image size becomes similar to the real
size of the object. The pixel spacing becomes shorter relatively.
 Pixel Spacing Correction: As the physical pixel pitch is fixed, measure a magnification for correcting pixel
spacing as follows;
1 Measure the length of an object.
2 Mesure the length of an object projected on the image under the specific SID and OID conditions.
Pixel Spacing Example
When OID gets farther away
When OID gets closer
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Terms
 Real Size: Calculate the object’s real length of the desired part through the magnification calculated by
pixel spacing correction, and display the image in real size.
 Image Pixel Spacing Correction: Applies the result of pixel spacing correction for single exposed
images.
 Detector Pixel Spacing Correction: Applies the result of pixel spacing correction for all images acquired
from each detector.
 Magnification: Image size of the object / Object size = SID/(SID-OID)
Type Description
When OID gets farther away
When OID gets closer
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7.8 How to Move the Image
 You can move an image to the desired position with the Pan button.
How to use
1 Click on the Pan button on the Tools panel.
2 Move to the main image window and check if the cursor is changed to a hand shape.
3 Drag the image to the desired position by holding down the left mouse button on the image.
Close
1 Release the mouse button to finish.
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7.9 How to Magnify the Region of Interest
 You can magnify a selected region of interest with the Magic Glass button.
 Annotation on the image is also magnified.
How to use
1 Click on the Magic Glass button on the Tools panel.
2 Move to the main image window and check if the cursor shape is changed as a magnifying glass.
3 Press and hold the left mouse button and drag the region of interest on the image.
 You can check the region of interest enlarged twice than the surrounding area.
Close
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7.10 How to Adjust Brightness and Contrast of Image
Window Width Level

 With W/L button, you can adjust the brightness and contrast of the whole image.
 You can also adjust brightness and contrast of the specified image area with the
W/L button for assigning specified area.
How to use W/L button

1 Click on the W/L button on the Tools panel.
2 Move to the main image window and check if the cursor shape is changed as .
3 Press the left mouse button and drag it to adjust W/L on the image.
How to use W/L for specified area

1 Click on the ROI W/L button on the Tools panel.
2 Set the desired region of interest on the image and drag the left mouse button to adjust W/L
automatically.
Close
Basic Motion of W/L

Increase W2  You can use the W/L function by dragging the right mouse
button without clicking the W/L icon.
Decrease Increase  You can increase or decrease the W/L level by moving the mouse
W1 W1 cursor to four ways.
Decrease W2
 You can set the increase or decrease direction / speed of W/L as you want. W/L Refer to
Display Group in VXvue Service Manual for setting W/L speed and direction.
Histogram
The histogram is indicated labels which are distributed on the image by mapping them with same value.
 Click on or and drag the mouse button to adjust W/L.

 You can also press and hold the right mouse button to adjust W/L.
 You can check the histogram by registering it to Image Overlay.

 Refer to Display Group in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information.
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7.11 Cropping the Image
 Click on the Crop button to cut the image to desired area.

 Four (4) types of Crop buttons are provided.
1 Click on the Crop button and click on the desired crop type
button.
2 Check the shutter area covered the whole image from the
image view.
Select menu
1 Display the pop-up menu by clicking the right mouse button in
the shutter area.
2 Choose either Crop Type or Crop Rect Size menu.
Crop menu
Name Description Image

Crop Type Crop type
Rectangle Cropping image as a rectangle shape.
Ellipse Cropping image as an ellipse shape.
Polygon Cropping image as a polygon shape.
Cropping size
Crop Rect Size
(Specified rectangular shutter)
Free Size User defined size
8X10 8X10
10X12 10X12
12X10 12X10
11X14 11X14
7X17 7X17
14X17 14X17
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Check the shuttered area

 Check the shuttered area after choosing the popup menu.
Crop Type Image
Rectangle
Ellipse
Polygon
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Polygon crop
1 Select Polygon and click the starting point that you want to crop.
2 Make the polygon shape by clicking the desired points.
3 Double-click the last point to finish.
 The starting and last points are connected.
 The number of maximum appointment for making polygon crop is 10.
Adjust the shutter

 The shutter size is indicated when adjusting
or moving the shutter area.
 The default unit of shutter size is inch.
 If you double-click the image area, the
shutter area is adjusted by the image size.
Double-click again to display the previously
adjusted shutter area.
 Click and drag the green dot line with a mouse button to adjust the shutter size.
 Touch and drag a gray circle outside of the shutter area to adjust shutter size.
 Click or touch an orange circle in the shutter area and drag it to move to the desired
location.
Close
 After adjusting the shutter size, click on the Select button to finish crop.
 The cropped image will be fit to the main image window automatically.
 Refer to Integration Group in VXvue Service Manual for setting a shutter size of the
popup menu.
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7.12 Inverting the Image
 You can invert the image as black / white, top / bottom and left/right.
How to use
 Click on the Invert button on the Tools panel and check if the black / white of an image is inverted.
 Click on the Flip button on the Tools panel and check if the top / bottom of an image is inverted.
 Click on the Mirror button on the Tools panel and check if the left / right of an image is inverted.
Original Black / White
Top / Bottom Left / Right
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7.13 Rotating the Image
7.13.1 Rotating the Image in the Specified Angle
 You can rotate the image as clockwise or counter-clockwise way with CW and
CCW buttons.
How to use
 Click on the CW button in the Tools panel and check if the image is turned clockwise by 90˚.
 Click on the CCW button in the Tools panel and check if the image is turned counter-clockwise by 90˚.
Original Image Clockwise Counter-Clockwise
7.13.2 Free Rotation
 Use the free rotation button to rotate the image freely or by the reference line.
 The shutter area and annotation are rotated with the image.
Rotate by Line
1 Click on the Line button on Tools panel.
2 Draw a reference line by clicking and dragging the desired point. After that, adjust direction and degree
to rotate the image.
3 Release the mouse button and check if the image is rotated by the appointed direction and degree.
Calculating rotation angle and

Original Image After rotation
direction by a reference line
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Rotate freely
4 Click on the Free button on Tools panel.
5 Click and drag the desired point in clockwise or in counter-clockwise to adjust degree to rotate the
image.
 The roation degree is based on a clockwise direction.
6 When the degree is indicated as you want, release the mouse button and check if the image is rotated.
Calculating rotation angle by

Original Image After rotation
dragging a mouse button
 Click on the Reset button to return the rotating image to its original one.
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7.14 Using Image Layout
7.14.1 Using Pre-defined Layout
 Choose the desired layout button in the Tools panel.

 Check if the selected layout is applied to the image.
1X1 2X2 3X3 User-Defined
Set user-defined layout

1 Click on the User Layout button in the Tools panel and choose the desired
layout.
 When you move the mouse cursor, the defined layout area is showed
brightly.
2 Check the changed layout.
7.14.2 Using Multi Layout
1 Click on the Multi Layout button to select a desired layout.

2 Check that the selected layout is applied to the image normally.
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Checking the order of indicating images

 You can check in what order are the images arranged in the configured layout.
1 Click on the Multi Layout button.
2 Click on the Layout Order button among the pop-up buttons.
3 Check the order of images in the configured layout.
 Refer to Layout Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the way of editing multi-layout.
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7.15 Using Annotation for Measurement
 You can measure distance, angle and pixel of the

image by using the measuring annotation.
 When you add the annotation, the measured value
and unit are calculated automatically.
Button Sample Image
How to measure distance

1 Click on the Distance button in the Tools panel and check if the cursor shape is changed to a ruler.
2 Hold down the left mouse button at the start point and drag to draw a line.
3 Release the mouse button and measure the calculated distance.
How to measure angle

1 Click on the Angle button in the Tools panel and check if the cursor shape is changed to a protractor.
2 Hold down the left mouse button at the start point and drag it to draw a line. Then release the button.
3 Set the start point as a standard immediately, and click the mouse button at the predicted angle point.
4 Check the calculated measurement angle.
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How to measure Cobb angle

1 Click on the Cobb Angle button in the Tools panel.
2 Click four points. The two points are made one line.
3 Click the left mouse button on the two reference points to check if a circle is indicated.
4 Click one of the two points which will be a line and check if a square is indicated.
5 Click the other point and check if an angle between the two lines is indicated.
How to measure vertical difference

1 Click on the Vertical Discrepancy button in the Tools panel.
2 Click on the starting point.
3 Check the degree of twist (up-and-down) by moving a mouse to the target point in real time.
4 Click on the target point to check if the mark of measurement value indicating the twisted part is fixed
between the two points.
How to measure ROI (Region of Interest)

1 Click on the Rect ROI button in the Tools panel and check if the cursor shape is changed to a rectangle.
2 Hold down the left mouse button at the start point and drag to draw a rectangle.
3 Release the mouse button and check the calculated pixel information.
 The unit of the pixel information is Gray Value.
 The minimun, maximum, average value and standard deviation are indicated within the configured area.
How to measure annotation

1 Click on the Select button and select the measurement annotation to be adjusted.
 You can move both the measurement annotation and calculation value if you select a line and drag it.
 You can change the shape of annotation and measurement value if you select a dot and drag it.
 You can select the position of measurement value and drag it to move its position.
How to measure the measured annotation

1 Click on the Select button and select the measurement annotation to be removed.
2 Delete the selected measurement annotation by clicking on the Delete key or Delete Annotation button.
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7.16 Using Figure Annotations
 You can draw an arrow, a square and an ellipse by

using the figure annotations.
How to draw an arrow

1 Click on the arrow button in the Tools panel and check if the
mouse cursor is changed to an arrow.
2 Hold down the left mouse button at the start point and drag it to
draw an arrow.
How to draw a rectangle

1 Click on the Rect button on the Tools panel and check if the
mouse cursor is changed to a rectangle.
draw a rectangle diagonally.
How to draw a square

1 Click on the Square button on the Tools panel and check if the
mouse cursor is changed to a square.
draw a square diagonally.
How to draw an ellipse

1 Click on the Ellipse button on the Tools panel and check if the
mouse cursor is changed to an ellipse.
draw an ellipse diagonally.
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How to draw a full circle

1 Click on the Circle button on the Tools panel and check if the
mouse cursor is changed to a circle.
draw a circle diagonally.
How to adjust figure annotations

1 Click on the Select button and choose the figure annotation to be adjusted.
2 You can move the figure annotation if you select a line and drag it.
3 You can select and drag a dot to change the shape/size of the figure.
How to delete figure annotations

1 Click on the Select button and choose the figure annotation to delete.
2 Press the Delete key on the keyboard or click on the Delete Annotation button to delete the figure
annotation.
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7.17 Using Text Annotation
 You can annotate the image by using the text annotation function.
How to add text annotation

 Click on the Text button in the Tools panel and then the Text
Annotation window is popped up.
 You can also click the desired text in the Pre-Defined Text area.
 Click left / right buttons to use various annotations.
 Marker, Position, Projection, Measure, Time, Others
 Move to the Label panel to use Text Annotation.
 Input text in the Free Text area and click on the Add button to add
the entered annotations.
 Click on the Add button to activate the entered annotation on a
mouse pointer, and click the pointer to a desired position to
annotate the image.
How to adjust text annotation

1 Click on the Select button and choose a text annotation to adjust from the image view.
 Select and drag a line to move the text annotation.
 Select and drag a point to change the text box size.
 Double click the text box to edit texts.
How to delete text annotation

1 Click on the Select button and choose a text annotation to remove from the image view.
2 Press the Delete key on the keyboard or click on the Delete Annotation button to delete the text
annotation.
How to adjust the font size of text annotation

If you want to set the default size of text annotation, go to Setting  Display  Information Overlay.
3 Click on the Select button and choose text annotation that you want to adjust its font size from the
image view.
4 Click and drag a point to adjust the box size, then the font size is also adjusted to fit the box.
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7.18 Using Other Annotation Functions
 You can hide or show all annotations.

 You can delete all or partial annotations.
 You can select and apply all or partial annotations.
How to hide or show annotation

1 Click on the Hide Annotation button in the Tools panel.
 You can hide or show all annotations.
 The color of Hide Annotation button is changed according to whether the annotation sign is indiacted
or not.
How to delete annoatation

1 Click on the Select button on the Tools panel and select the annotation. Then click on the Delete
Annotation button.
 You can delete the selected annotation.
 You can select and delete more than two annotations by dragging them with the mouse button.
How to cancle to draw annotation

1 Press the Esc key to cancle the mode of drawing annotation.
 If each annotation button is pressed, it means that the mode of drawing annotation is activated.
 Only the annotations related to figures and measurement can be drawn.
 If the mode of drawing annotation is cancled, the pointer is moved to the Select button automatically.
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7.19 Adding the Label
7.19.1 Adding R / L Labels
How to add labels by using annotation buttons of R / L label in the Tools panel
1 Click on the R label button.
2 Check if the R label is added to the left top of image.
3 Click on the L label button.
4 Check if the L label is added to the right top of image.
Add R label Add L label
How to move a label

1 Click on the Select button.
2 Click and hold the label with the left mouse button and drag it to the desired position.
 If you add a new label again, the previous label is disappeared.
How to delete a label

1 Click on the Select button.
2 Click the label and press the Delete key on the keyboard.
How to adjust the font size of a label

1 Click on the Select button and click a label.
2 Click and drag a point to adjust the box size, then the font size is also adjusted to fit the box.
 Refer to Information Overlay Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the information about
setting the font, color, and default size of a label.
 If you move the label outside of the image area, it is not indicated when sending,
printing, or exporting the image. Therefore, it is necessary to insert the label within the
image area.
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7.19.2 Adding Left / Right Information (Image Laterality)
Configure and save the left / right information of the image.
Save the left / right information of the image

1 Click on the Laterality button in the Tools panel.
2 Check the image and click on the desired button to be saved.
Check the left / right information of the image

1 Register and check the left/right information of the image
to Image Overlay.
 The left / right image information should be stored to the DICOM image. One of the four
values - U (Unpaired), L (Left), R (Right), B (Both) is stored to the Image Laterality tag
(0020, 0062). Please use the DICOM Viewer to check the tag information.
 Refer to Display Group in VXvue Service Manual for more information about registering
Image Overlay.
7.19.3 Adding Patient Orientation Info
 Add the oritentation information of patient on the image.
1 Click on the Patient Orientation button to display the Patient

Orientation window.
2 Set the patient orientation by clicking buttons at the top and at
the left of the panel. Click on the Clear button to delete the
patient orientation.
3 Click on the Set button at the bottom of the panel.
4 Check if the configured orientation information is displayed at the
top/bottom/left/right of hteu image. The information is indicated
as [ ] (Square braket) each.
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 A-P, R-L and H-F are sets of orientation information which is symmetrical to each other.
 If you choose one orientation from the set, the rests are selected to the opposite site
automatically.
 The patient orientation information should be stored to the DICOM image. One of the
five values - A (Anterior), P (Posterior), R (Right), L (Left), H (Head), F (Foot) is stored to
the Patient Orientation tag (0020, 0020). Please use the DICOM Viewer to check the tag
information.
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7.20 Stitching Images
 You can select and connect two or more images together.

 You can stitch up to 6 images.
 Refer to <9.1 Stitching Images> for the detailed information about stitching.
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7.21 Processing the Image
 Click on the Image Process button to call out the image processing tools - XIPL.TOOL.
 After processing images from XIPL.TOOL, you can update Step information of the selected
image.
 This item provides more various functions than those of the Process tab.
How to use
1 Choose the image and click on the Image Process button to call out XIPL.TOOL.
2 Process the selected image as you want from.

3 Check the processing result and save the image processing parameters. After that, close XIPL.TOOL.
4 Choose the Step information of the selected image from VXvue again and check the image processing
results.
 We recommend you to understand this manual and XIPL User Manual fully before trying
to process images. If you process images without understanding the aboves correctly, it
may affect the image quality.
 Log on to VXvue with a service account or an account with administrative rights to use
XIPL.TOOL through the Image Process menu.
 HS8 and PureImpact™ image processing algorithm are applied to XIPL.TOOL.

 Refer to XIPL User Manual for the detailed information about using and setting
XIPL.TOOL.
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7.22 Copying the Image
 Copy a selected image to the last position of series where the selected image is included.
 Check if the copied image is added to the last position of thumbnail.
 When the image is copied, the created time (content time) of image is changed to the
copied time.
Original Image Copy Image
 The image can be copied differently according to the setting of image copy options.
Refer to Tool Group in VXvue Service Manual for the information about the options.
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7.23 Changing Target E.I.
 You can change the Target E.I value configured in the step of selected image for each
patient size.
Example of changing procedures
Step Description Figure

1 Choose a step where you will change its target E.I and take images. -
2 Check exposure index of the selected image.
Click on the Tools > Target E.I. button to display the Target E.I.
3
dialogue.
Check the Step information and each exposure index of the

4 seleteced image.
 CsI and Gadox values are indicated by the detector type.
Click on the Save button.
5
The current E.I. value will be set as Target E.I. value.
6 Check the information of exposure index again.
Target E.I. dialog

 This dialog indicates Step and E.I. value of the selected image.
 Click on the Save button to set the current E.I. value as the
Target E.I. value.
 You can check the Target E.I. value for each patient size.
 If you click on the Save button, Target E.I. value of the
checking items will be changed only.
 Log on to VXvue with a service account or an account with administrative rights to

change the Target E.I. value.
 Refer to <9.5 Exposure Index> for the detailed information about the exposure index.
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7.24 Correcting Grid Lines
 This function detects and corrects grid lines on the image

automatically or manually.
 When you select an image, you can check the state of Grid Suppression button applied to the image.
 If you change Grid Suppression button to another, the related function is applied to the image.
 If HS1, HS2, HS4 algorithms are applied to the image already, the Grid Suppression icon
becomes deactivated. In this case, process the image with HS8 or PureImpact™ algorithm
and then use the Grid Suppresion function.
Type
Button name Description

None Not applying the grid correction function. (No Suppression)
Auto Detect and correct grid lines automatically. (Default)
Manual V Detect the vertical grid lines.
Manul H Detect the horizonal grid lines.
 Grid lines are corrected from XIPL and the result is returned to VXvue. Therefore, you can
directly set the processing standards of Grid Suppression from XIPL to improve image
quality. Refer to XIPL User Manual for the detailed information about Grid Suppression
and its setting method.
 Some specific patterns or noise on the image can be recognized and processed as grid
lines.
 The sharpness of image can be lowered because of the grid line correction.
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7.25 Changing the Order of Images
 Change the order of images.
1 Select an image or thumbnail and click on the Sort Up button.

2 Check if the order of selected image is change to the next to before one.
3 Select an image or thumbnail and click on the Sort Down button.

4 Check if the order of selected image is change to the next one.
 The order of images can be changed in the same series only.

 The order of multi selected images cannot be changed.
 If changing the order of images, their instance number is also changed.
 Some backed-up images are limited to apply this function.
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7.26 Correcting Pixel Spacing of Image
 This is the preceding function of the Real size function to display the real size of an object.
 This function corrects pixel spacing generated by magnification to display the object of each
image as a real size.
1 Select an image and click on the Image Pixel Spacing button in the Tools menu.
2 When the cursor is changed to a ruler shape, click and drag a mouse button at the start point of the
object. Release the button at its end point.
 Image information (Exmaple)
 Object: Vernier calipers fixed as 100mm
 SID: 130cm
 OID: 60cm
3 When the Correction for Real Size Measurement (Image) dialog appears, enter the real length of the
object to Length of the New menu. The result of converted pixel spacing value is also indicated.
Name Description
Current Based on the detector currently connected.
Pixel Spacing The pixel spacing preset to the current detector.
A converted segment length in magnification by pixel spacing set to the current
Length
detector.
New Based on the current image.
 The pixel spacing applied to the current image.
Pixel Spacing  The virtual distance between pixels according to the converted magnification
by the number of pixels correspond to the segment of actual measurement.
Length Input the length of actual measurement.
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4 You can measure the segment again by lengthening or shortening it after moving its position.
5 The configured pixel spacing is not applied to the next shooting.
 In case of real shooting, it is easy to measure the actual length by putting the object like
a flat ruler on the same SID and OID with the subject.
 The length of object for measurement is recommended 100mm or longer.
 The correction result of pixel spacing is applied to the corresponding image only.
 When you take an image with one detector, refer to Detector Menu in VXvue Service
Manual if it is necessary to correct pixel spacing to apply the value of magnification
correction according to the fixed SID and OID.
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7.27 Using Tools for Print
 Use the tools for printing images from the Print mode only.
 Refer to <9.2 Printing> for the detailed information about the way to use tools for print
only.
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7.28 Using Full View
 Use this function to see the selected image in a full size.
How to Use
 Double click the image or click on the Full View button.
 This function can be used under Zoom, Pan, Fit, and W/L menu. When you change W/L, it is applied to
the image.
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7.29 Getting Full-Sized Image
 Use this function to get a full-sized image of the selected preview or FTM image.
How to Use
 You can select multiple FTM or preview images to import a full Image, and automatically import images
without selecting a study.
 If you cannot import a full-sized preview image automatically, you can select a full size image through
the window below.
 When VXvue is used for vehicle inspection, the function to automatically import images
without selecting a study is not available.
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7.30 Closing Study
 Use this function to close a study which is being shot or searched.

 You can close one study (Close), or close all studies (Close All).
How to close one study

 Click on the Close Study button from Tools panel.
 If there is no step for shooting, click button in the Study tab.
 If steps exist for shooting, a pop-up message shows for deciding whether you really close the study or
not. The steps will disappear after you close the relevant study.
 Check if the current active study is closed and terminated normally.
 In case you close VXvue, check if you close all studies being shot.
 Only a suspended study can be closed from the study management tool.
 After the study is closed, images can be transmitted due to the automatic setting for transmitting
images.
 After the images of the study are transmitted, the study can be closed due to the automatic setting for
closing studies.
 Refer to <8.15 Sending Image> for the details about automatic settings for transmitting
images and closing studies.
 Refer to <7.31 Suspending Study> for the details about suspending studies.
How to close all studies

 Click on the Close All Study button from Tools panel.
 If steps exist form shooting, a pop-up message shows for deciding whether you really close the study
or not.
 Check if all current active studies are closed and terminated normally
 In case you close VXvue, check if you close all studies being shot.
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7.31 Suspending Study
 Use this function to suspend a study being shot.

 You can check the suspended studies from the list of study management.
 It is possible to retake or close the selected study from the list.
How to use
1 Click on the Suspend Study button from Tools panel.
 If steps exist for shooting, click button in the Study tab to select whether you close or suspend the
study.
 This function only applies to the study being shot.
2 From the study management list, check if the study you select is suspended normally.
 The suspended study can be opened or closed again from the list.
 Not only the suspended study but the steps which are set to be shot can be checked from the list.
 If you shot the suspended study additionally, the steps set to be shot are also added to the list.
 Refer to <8.2.3 Checking the Result of Searched Study> for checking the list of
suspended studies.
 Refer to <8.5 Insert Image> for instruction on how to keep shooting or for additional
shooting.
 Refer to <8.20 Closing Study> for the information about closing the suspended study.
 You cannot use this function if there are more than one image exist.
 You cannot apply this function to the study for correcting pixel spacing.
 In case of stitch step, the steps set to be shot are not stored when you suspend a study.
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7.32 Image Guide Lines
 You can use the guide button to display the guide lines, and check the symmetry of the
image and the position of the area of interest.
How to display the line

1 Click the Guide button in the Tools panel.
2 Move to the image window and check that the guide lines are displayed.
3 Click and drag the end of the arrow displayed in the center of the image to adjust the spacing of the
grid lines.
How to clear the line

1 In the Tools panel, click the Guide button again to turn off the guide mode.
Guide Lines
 When cropping images (Crop mode), the guide line mode is canceled.
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8. Study Management
This section describes the way to use the study management tools.
Checking Management Tools

Using Study Search Tools
Study Management Tools
Adding New Study
Making Additional Exposure
Edting Patient Information
Moving Image to the Other Study
Opening the Study
Deleting the Study
Executing QXLink / QXLink Report
Exporting the Image
Importing the Image
Stitching the Image
Sending the Image
Sending the Image to Print Mode
Using Statistics
Multiple Selection
Comparing Studies
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8.1 Checking Management Tools
8.1.1 Study Search Tools
 You can search the stored study list by using the study search tools.
 It is available to search studies quickly and exactly by inputting various search conditions.
 You can filter the search result as needed.
 You can find the study search tools from the Database mode.
8.1.2 Study Management Tools
 You can use the study data in various ways by using the study management tools.
 Perform a new study by using patient information in the study data.
 Modify or manage the information and images in the study data.
 Check the image by connecting VXvue with QXLink if QXLink is installed normally.
 Store the study data to the storage medium or print it.
 Send the study data to DICOM or print is as a DICOM format.
 Available to use the Statistics function.
 Available to compare two seletected studies.
 You can find the study management tools from the Database mode.
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8.1.3 Image Management Tools
 You can use images in various ways by using

image management tools.
 Availavble to send the study data to
DICOM or print it.
 Available to modify patient information in
the study data.
 The image management tools are located
in the Tools panel in the expansion type
of Exposure mode and the Viewer mode.
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8.2 Using Study Search Tools
8.2.1 Searching Study Conditions
 You can search the study data using the study search tools in the Database mode.
 Eight search conditions are provided for searching studies.
 AND arithmetic operation is applied to the inserted search condition.
Search Item Input Method Partial Search Allowed Characters

Patient ID Input Possible (,),+,-,_
Patient Name Input Possible ( , ) , + , - , _, @, /
( , ) , + , - , _, @, ‘, `,
Accession Number Input Possible
~, !, ?, @, #, :, ;, ., ,
Bodypart Input Possible (,),+,-,_
Patient Sex Select one among M, F, O Impossible None
Select one among D, M, Y and
Patient Age Impossible None
input numbers
Study Date Seelct date Impossible None
8.2.2 Inputting Search Conditions
Patient ID / Patient Name / Accession Number / Bodypart conditions

 Select one of the three items - Patient ID, Patient Name and
Accession Number. Or, apply all three items to search their
information.
 Input the patient ID, patient name, and accession number
directly.
 You can input or search condition of each item one at a time.
 If you choose all three items to search, the result will be
showed for each item.
Patient Sex condition

 Select gender of the patient.
 You can select among M (Male), F (Female), O (Other).
Patient Age condition

 Select a unit of the patient age and input numbers.
 You can select among D (Day), M (Month), Y (Year).
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Study Date condition
 Scheduled Date offers two type of input method.

 Clicks Period button (Today, Week, Month)
 Inputs date with a mouse button (Start Date / End Date)
 Select and input the scheduled date with a mouse button

from the keypad calendar.
 You can select Start Date and End Date separately.
 You can also change the date by clicking on a date from the
keypad calendar.
Initilaize the search condition

 Click on the Default or Clear button to initialize search conditions.
 Default : The Study Start Date and End Date values are initialized to the today’s date.
 Clear : Initialized to search conditions that include all dates.
Search
 Search studies by clicking on the Search button after setting the search condition.
 All study data is searched under the initialized search condition.
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8.2.3 Checking the Result of Searched Study
How to check the searched result

 Click on the Search button and check the result from the study list. You can check various information of
each study.
How to filter the search result

 You can filter the needed information after checking the search result.
Click on the All Study button to choose the related options as follows.
All Study Rejected Study Not Rejected Study Suspended Study
How to select the study

1 Select the desired study.
 You can select multiple studies by using the Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Check the thumbnail image displayed at the right side of the study list.
How to open the study

 Double-click the desired study to open.
 The screen is converted to the Viewer mode and the relevant image is displayed on the window.
 Refer to <10.4 Managing the List Header and Field> for the detailed information about
the search list header and field management.
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8.3 Study Management Tools
Icon Function Description

Adds a new study and shots images by using the existing study
New Patient
information.
Insert Image Opens the existing study and make an additional exposure.
Edit Patient Modifies the patient information.
Move Image Moves the study or images to another study.
Open Study Opens the study and checks relevant images.
Reject Study Deletes the study.
Restore Study Restores the rejected study.
QXLink Viewer Calls QXLink 3 program.
QXLink Report Searches report of the relevant study while running QXLink 3.
Close Study Closes the suspended study.
Export Exports images to the storage medium.
Import Study Imports study and image from the storage medium.
Stitch Image Combines more than two images.
Send Sends images to the DICOM server.
Multi Send Sends the image by selecting the server set to Protocol List.
Print Adds images to the Print mode for making DICOM print.
Statistics Calculates statistics of the selected study stored in the database.
Study Multi Select Selects two or more studies.
Compare Compares two selected studies.
 QXLink 3 is the image viewer program developed by Vieworks. Refer to QXLink 3 User
Manual for the detailed information about QXLink 3.
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8.4 New Patient
 You can start a new study by using the patient information in the selected study.
How to use
1 Choose the study to be used as patient information.
2 Click on the New Study button and check if the screen is converted to the Exposure mode.
 You can make an exposure if the new study is registered successfully.
 If you select more than two studies, they will be registered as new studies.
 The time of registering new study is applied as Scheduled Date Time.
 It is not needed to register the patient information additionally since this function uses
patient information from the selected study.
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8.5 Insert Image
 You can open the selected study again and make an additional shooting.
How to use
1 Choose the study to make an additional shooting.
2 Click on the Insert button and check if the screen is converted to the Exposure mode.
 The existing study is registered again, and you can make an additional shooting.
 If you select two studies or more, the existing studies are registered again as many as you select.
 In case of a suspended study, it is resgistered with the images of existing studies if there are steps to
be shot.
 You cannot make the additional shooting if the relevant study is in use from the other
mode.
 You cannot make the additional shooting with the backed-up study.
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8.6 Edit Patient
 You can modify the patient information of the selected study.
How to select a study

 Select the study for modifying its patient information and click on the Edit Patient button.
 In the Exposure or Viewer mode, select an image and click on the button in the area of image
adjustment tools.
 In the Database mode, select a study and click on the button in the area of management tools.
How to modify patient information

 Click on the Edit Patient button to open the following window.
 Click one of the three panels from the window.
1 Scheduled panel
 The prescribing information is modified as the one brought on by using DICOM Worklist.
 Unlike the Registration mode, this panel does not offer any tool buttons.
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2 Unscheduled panel
 You can input and modify the prescribing information directly.
 You cannot modify Scheduled Date Time.
 It is necessary to enter a value for the required field.
3 Reserved panel
 The prescribing information is changed to the reserved one by using Schduled or Unscheduled.
 Refer to <5 How to Register Patient Prescribing Information> for the instruction on how
to register the patient prescribing information.
 If you input the registered ID, the other information in that ID is registered automatically.
 If several patient information exists since Patient ID is overlapped in the database, you
can select patient information from the following pop-up window.
 Click on the Edit button to complete modifying patient information.

 Click on the Cancel button to cancel modifying the patient information.
 Refer to Registration Group in VXvue Service Manual about how to edit items from the
Edit Patient window.
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8.7 Move Image to the Other Study
 You can move all or partial images of the selected study to another study.
 This function can be used for combining several images to a single image, or for dividing a
study into several ones.
Select images to move

1 Select all or partial images in a study and click on the Move Image button.
 In the Exposure or Viewer mode, select an image and click on the Move Image button in the area of
image adjustment tools.
 In the Database mode, select a study and click on the Move Image button in the area of management
tools.
 If you plan to move some of the images, select a study and choose images from the thumbnail.
 You cannot move more than two studies at the same time.
 The study can be moved only when you use VXvue for Vehicle.
 Refer to <9.4.9 Additional Functions> for the way of moving the study.
2 Select All Image or Selected from the pop-up message box.

 Click on the Cancel button to cancel moving the image.
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Move images to the other study

 Click on the Move Image button to open the following window.
 Click one of the four panels from the window.
1 StudyList panel
 In the Database mode, items in the study management list displayed on the window are showed only
in the target study list, except the items include the images you selected.
 In the Exposure or Viewer mode, studies displayed on the window are showed only in the target study
list, except the items include the images you selected.
 If this ‘Move Image’ function is used for examination, all items of the study management list in
Location displayed on the window are showed in the target study list, except the items include the
images you selected.
 Refer to <9.4 Using VXvue for Vehicle> for the information about how to use this
function for examination.
2 Scheduled panel
 The prescribing information brought on by using DICOM Worklist displays on the target study list.
3 Unscheduled panel
 Input the patient prescribing information as a target study item.
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4 Reserved panel
 The patient prescribing information reserved by using Schduled or Unscheduled displays on the target
study list.
 Refer to <5 How to Register Patient Prescribing Information> for the instruction on how
to register the patient prescribing information.
 Move images to the target study item among the study lists showed on the selected panel window.
 Select and input the target study item and click on the Move button.
 Check if the images in all study lists are moved correctly.
 You can also check the image movement from the thumbnail.
 No image but the study information can be left only if all images are moved.
 The images cannot be moved if the relevant study is in use from the other mode.
 The backed-up image cannot be moved.
 This function cannot be applied to the study for correcting pixel spacing.
 This function cannot be applied to the rejected image.
 This function cannot be applied to the preview and FTM images.
 This function cannot be applied to the stitch step.
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8.8 Open Study
 You can open the study from the study list and review its image.
 When you open the selected study, the screen is converted to the Viewer mode
automatically.
How to use
1 Choose the study from the study list.
2 Click on the Open Study button and check if the screen is switched to the Viewer mode automatically
and the image is displayed.
 You can select and open two or more studies at the same time.
 In case of the suspended study, it is opened as the additional exposure mode. If there is a step to be
shot, the suspended study will be registered with the images of existing studies.
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8.9 Reject Study
 You can delete the study selected from the study list.
 You cannot delete the opened study.
How to use
 Choose the study from the study list and click on the Reject Study button.
 You can select and reject more than two studies at the same time.
Input reason
1 Click on the Reject Study button to open the dialog for selecting
a Reject reason
2 Choose one of the reasons to reject the study.
 Refer to Rejected Reason Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the information about
changing the Pre-defined reasons.
Close
 Click one of the reject reasons to reject a study.
 If you search studies again, the rejected one will be indicated in gray or will not be searched depeding
on the setting.
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8.10 Restore Study
 When you reject a study, the Restore button becomes activated at the same time. Click on
the Restore button to restore the rejected study.
 If you choose more than two studies, the Restore button becomes deactivated.
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8.11 Executing QXLink / QXLink Report
 Use this function to call QXLink 3 and use functions of QXLink 3 Viewer.
 You can search images through QXLink Viewer only when the images have been sent to
QXLink Server.
 Use this function to search a report at the same time when QXLink Viewer searches
images.
 Set QXLink Server to check if the images have been sent to QXLink Server.
 Refer to Storage Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the information of setting DICOM
Storage.
 The QXLink 3 icon is not showed if QXLink 3 is not installed.
 The available version of QXLink 3 which can be called from VXvue should be 3.2 or
higher.
Introducing QXLink 3
QXLink 3 is the PACS program developed by Vieworks. You can send the acquired images from VXvue to
save and manage them as well as use the various functions of QXLink 3.
 Refer to QXLink 3 User Manual for the detailed information about installing and using
QXLink 3.
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8.12 Exporting Images
 Use this function to export study items selected from the study list to local or to the external
storage medium.
 It supports various storage medium like HDD, USB, CD, DVD, etc.
 It also supports various image format conversions.
 You can execute other actions while importing images. (e.g. shooting or sending images)
How to use
1 Select studies to be exported from the
study list.
 You can choose serveral studies by
using Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Click on the Export button.
 The Export Manager window
displays.
3 Set various options such as image
format, storage path, etc.
 Click on the Options button to set
additional options.
 Click on the StudyList button to
check the list of studies to be
exported.
4 Click on the Start button to export
images.
 You can suspend exporting images
while converting the files.
5 You cannot change the configured
options if the exporting is stopped or
failed.
Close
1 Click on the Close button or to finish exporting the image.
 If you click while exporting images, the progress window is hidden but the images continue to be
exported.
2 The Export Manager window is closed after exporting images successfully. Check the exported files from
the storage media.
 While the images are being exported, the Export Manager is not closed even you close
VXvue.
 A pop-up window will appear to ask if you continue to export reject / preview / FTM
images if they are included in the study list to be exported.
 It is not available to export the reject / preview / FTM images.
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Image Information File

When you export files of BMP, JPEG, Image, TIFF and RAW format, the TEXT file including the relevant
image information is generated together.
 The TEXT file is not exported when the file is exported to DICOM and DICOMDIR.
 If inapplicable characters (e.g. /\:*?"<>|) are included in the patient ID, they cannot be
included in a file name.
 When exporting a file, the generation rule of file name is as follows.
 Common use (for hospital) : Selected path\
- Study Date]_[Study Time]_[Patient ID]_[Patient Name]_[Study Key]\[Acquisition
Date]_[Acquisition Time]_[Patient ID]_[SeriesKey]_[InstanceKey].File extension
 Common use (for examination) : Selected path\
- [Location Name]_[Location Scheduled Date]_[Location Key]\[Acquisition
Date]_[Acquisition Time]_[Patient ID]_[StudyKey]_[SeriesKey]_[InstanceKey].File extension
 Exception 1 – IMG : Selected path\Study_[StudyKey]/S_[SeriesKey]_I_[InstanceKey].img
 Exception 2 – DICOMDIR : Selected path\I_No (‘No’ is the integer in 8 digits, increased
sequentially.)
 Exception 3 – DICOM (including a portable viewer) : Selected path\dcm\Common (for
hospital or for examination)
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8.12.1 Setting Options for Exporting Images (including details)
Item Description
File Format Sets multiple image formats (more than 1 format)
BMP Bitmap image format
Compressed format for image loss developed by JPEG (Joint Photographic
JPEG
Experts Group).
TIFF image storage foramt
TIFF
Both TIFF-8 and TIFF-16 cannot be selected at the same time.
Vieworks medical image format. The exported IMG file can be imported from
IMG
VXvue installed to the other systems.
RAW Raw image data without including image-related information.
Standard format of medical image by DICOM.
DICOM
Cannot be selected with DICOM DIR at the same time.
Standard format of medical image directory by DICOM.
DICOMDIR
Cannot be selected with DICOM at the same time.
Export Path Sets the storage path where the exporting images are saved.
Selects one of the lists of optical device drive (ODD) such as a pre-
configured network drive, local drive, USB, CD, DVD, etc.
Selecting a drive If you select USB, CD, or DVD, insert the medium to the selected drive in
advance and check if it is operated normally.
 The network drive must be mapped as a drive letter (C, D..).
In case of a local drive or USB, click button to apply the directoy of the
Selecting a path
selected drive.
Burning Option Sets options to be recored when exporting images.
Annotations Includes the annotation information to the image. (If checked)
Information Includes the Overlay information to the image. (If checked)
Sets whether the patient and hospital information is processed to be
Anonymous
anonymous. (If checked)
Raw Applies raw image without image processing. (If checked)
Software Collimation Sets the image area.
None Applies the image to its original size.
Cut Applies the cropped area of image only.
Fill Applies the outside area of the cropped image as a black color.
Displays the cropped image from the original image in the center, and
Fill & Center
applies the area outside the cropped image to black.
Image Modality Sets the image modality information.
Current Uses the modality information without change.
DX/CR/DR Uses the modality information by fixing it among DX/CR/DR.
The DAP value to be transferred to the DICOM image is changed according
DAP Unit Type
to the set unit.
mgy/cm2 -
ugy/m2 -
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dgy/cm2 -
Language Applies DICOM Language (16 languages).
Default Not applying DICOM Language Encoding.
Status Checks the processing condition of image exporting and its result.
 The following patient information is processed to be anonymous.

 Patient ID, Patient Name, Other Patient ID, Other Patient Name, Patient Address, Patient
Telephone Number
 The following hospital information is processed to be anonymous.
 Institution Name, Institution Address, Referring Physician Name, Performing Physician
Name, Operator Name
8.12.2 DICOM Setting Options for Exporting Images
Item Description
Sets whether to include DICOM Portable Viewer.
Include Portable Viewer
 This item activates only by checking DICOM or DICOMDIR.
Sets JPEG2000 compression way of DICOM image.
Compression
 This item activates only by checking DICOM or DICOMDIR.
No Compression Not apply the JPEG2000 compression way.
JPEG2000 Lossless Compress the DICOM image as JPEG2000 without a loss.
JPEG2000 Lossy Compress the DICOM image as JPEG2000 with a loss.
You can set the JPEG2000 compression ratio of the DICOM image.
Compression Quality  This item activates only when selecting JPEG2000 Lossy Compression.
You can input the compression ratio directly, or control the slide bar.
 The image can be damaged seriously when the compression ratio of JPEG2000 Lossy is
higher, and this can affect to the image quality.
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8.13 Importing Images
 You can import the exported study and image.

 You can only import the IMG format file created from VXvue.
Start
1 Click on the Import Study button to open the Import Study window.
2 Click on button to select the location of the study file folder to be imported.
 When you select the location, all study lists in the folder are showed automatically.
3 Select the desired study to be imported.
 You can select multiple studies by using the Ctrl or Shift key.
Import
4 Click on the Import button.
5 Select All Image or Selected button from the Import Study window.
 All Image – All studies are imported regardless of the selected item.
 Selected – Only the selected studies are imported.
 Cancel – Cancel importing studies.
Close
1 Click on the OK button to finish importing images.
2 Check the importing result by searching the study list again.
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 You can select and stitch more than two images.

 You can stitch up to 6 (six) images.
 Refer to <9.1 Stitching Images> for the detailed information about stitching images.
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8.15 Sending Images
 You can select study or image and send it to the DICOM storage server.
 Send: Send images to the server configured in SCP List.
 Multi Send: Send images to the server configured in Protocol List.
 Refer to Storage Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the information about SCP List and
Protocol List.
Send
1 Select the study or image to be sent.
 You can select multiple studies or images with the Ctrl or Shift key.
 Check the connection state of the, DICOM Storage server before sending images.
2 Click on the Send button or Multi Send button.
 Select Protocol from the Storage Protocol box if you click on the Multi Send button.
3 Click on the All Image, Selected or Cancel button from the Send box.
Check the sending status

 Check the image sending status from the status bar.
 Check the image sending status at the Queue tab.
 Refer to Queue Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about the
Queue tab.
Use automatic sending / closing functions

 If the study is closed, it is sent to the DICOM storage server automatically according to the setting of
auto sending function.
 If all images of the study are sent to the DICOM storage server, the study is closed automatically
according to the setting of auto close function.
 This function is activated even though the study indicated on the screen currently is different from the
study which has been sent to the DICOM storage server.
 The auto sending function and the auto closing function cannot be used at the same time.
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 Refer to General Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the way to set auto sending and
closing functions.
 The auto sending function cannot be applied to the study for pixel spacing.
 The rejected image is not included to the auto sending and closing functions.
 If preview / FTM images and the step which is not shot are included in the study, the
auto closing functions cannot be used.
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8.16 Sending the Image to Print Mode
 You can select study or image and send the image to the Print mode.
 The DICOM print can be available in the Print mode only.
 Refer to <9.2 Printing> for the detailed information about using the Print mode.
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8.17 Statistics
 Select a study and extract its statistics data and graph.
 Refer to <9.6 Using Statistics Function> for the detailed information about the statistics
funtion.
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8.18 Multiple Selection
Select Multi Study

 You can selet multiple studies in the Database, and Registration modes.
 You can select multiple images in a study by clicking on the Multi-Select Thumbnail
button or press Ctrl and Shift.
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8.19 Compare Studies
 You can compare more than two studies.
 Refer to <9.7 Comparing Studies> for the detailed information about comparing studies.
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8.20 Closing Study
 Closes the suspended study selected from the list.
How to use
1 Choose a study which is on hold from the list.
2 Click on the Close Study button to check if the selected study is closed.
 The image is sent and stored to external storage media (External Save) depending on the settings at
the time of closing the suspended study.
 In the DICOM server, the closed study is classified as the one being taken.
 All suspended studies are closed when VXvue closes.
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9. Advanced Functions
This section provides instruction for using the advanced functions of VXvue.
Stitching Images
Printing
Using VXvue for Vet
Using VXvue for Vehicle
Exposure Index
Using Statistics Function
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 Stitching images is a function that connecting two or more images as a unified one.
 You can stitch up to 6 images.
 The stitched image cannot be connected to other images again.
 Only the same size images can be stitched together.
 When stitching images which have different brightness and contrast, the conditions are adjusted
automatically.
 When adding steps after stitching, the stitched image is added as a new image.
 This function provides two type of stitching – Physical Matching (auto stitch) and Pattern Matching
(manual stitch).
 This document explains the way to use Pattern Matching.
 VXvue Vehicle does not provide the stitching function.
 There are two ways of stitching images as follows.

 Pattern Matching: Recognizes patterns of the acquired images and matches them with
their similar parts.
 Physical Matching: Integrates U-Arm with the viewer and matches the images
automatically by calculating their overlapped parts physically through SID and OID.
 Check the prerequisites when using the Physical Matching button for stitching images.
Refer to <System Integration Guide> for the detailed information.
 Integration of U-ARM with the viewer. (Check interoperability.)
 Set the Use Auto-Stitching option in the Setting mode > System panel > Integration
tab.
 Take images by using Stitch step.
 Take images in the consecutive order of height.

 Contact the engineer in Vieworks for the detailed information about system integration.
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 The way to input OID for measuring actual image size is as follows.
 When you create a study for the first time by using the step registered in Stitch
Protocol, the Auto Stitch Option dialog displays.
 This option is used for measuring the distance between a centerline of an object and
surface of a detector (or bucky). Enter the distance in Object Distance for calculating
actual measurement and applying it to the images to be stitched.
 Set OID value from the Setting mode > System > Intergration tab to calculate the
distance of actual measurement in every time you stitch images.
 Besides OID, it is necessary to perform the pixel spacing of a detector to get the correct
image size. Refer to Detector Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information.
9.1.1 Start
Select the original image

 Check the location of Stitch Images icon.
 You can find it from the Exposure mode, Database mode and Viewer mode.
1 Select more than two images to be stitched and then click on the Stitch Images button.
 You cannot select only one image for using the stitch function.
2 After clicking on the Stitch Images button, check if the screen for stitching image displays.
 The Stitch Images icon can be shifted to the Quick Access tab.
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Check the original image

1 Check the original image from the stitch window.
 The original image is displayed without cropping.
2 The original image is displayed as applying W/L which was set from the Viewer mode.
9.1.2 Checking the Tool Collection
1 Informatin tools (Info)

 You can check the patient name, sex and age.
 It is available to change Step after completing stitch.
2 Tools for changing order of original images (Sort)

 You can change the order of original images.
3 Tools for stitch (Stitch)

 Tools need for stitching images.
4 Adjustment Tools (Tools)
 Tools for adjusting images.
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9.1.3 Tool Buttons
Changes step information of a stitched image by modifying

Change Step
Bodypart, Projection, Patient Size information.
Sort Up Moves the order of the selected original image upward.
Sort Down Moves the order of the selected original image downward.
Ascending Sort Arranges the original images in ascending order.
Descending Sort Arranges the original images in descending order.
Adjusts the image size to the image view screen.

Fit
The cropped image can be also adjusted to the screen.
Zoom for stitched Area Enlarges the stitched part between each original image.
Blend Links the boundary between the two orgianal images softly.
Setting Sets parameters for auto stitch.
Move Up
Adjusts location of the original image to

Move Down
up/down/left/rights.
You cannot adjust the first original image. Select and adjust
Move Left
the image from the second one.
Move Right
Top
If an overlapping region is made because of the image
movement, show or hide the selected image.
Back
Stitches each original image automatically by the stitch

Pattern Matching
algorithm.
Selects an image.
Select
Return the mouse button back to a default status.
Zoom View Magnifies or reduces the image.
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Pan Moves the image to desired location.
Crop Sets the range of image by activating crop function.
Adjusts the border of a selected image.

Trim
Cuts the unnecessary part of an image.
Decrease Brightness Decreases brightness of an image.
Increase Brightness Increases brightness of an image.
W/L Adjusts brightness and contrast of an image.
Decrease Contrast Decreases contrast of an image.
Increase Contrast Increases contrast of an image.
Reset All processes are cancelled and return to default status.
Save Saves the stitched image with applying all processes.
Cancel Cancels stitch process.
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9.1.4 How to Use
Auto Stitch
1 Assign the order of each original image correctly by using the buttons for changing orders.
 Sort Up, Sort Down, Ascending Sort and Descending Sort button
2 Click on the Pattern Matching button and check the result.
3 Adjust the position of each original image by clicking on the following buttons.
 Move Up, Move Down, Move Left and Move Right button
4 Match each original image to be overlapped properly by clicking on the Top and Back buttons.
5 Click on the Pattern Matching button to check the result again.
6 Repeat the steps 3~5 if you are not satisfied with the result of stitch.
 It is not needed to adjust the stitched image additionally if you are satisfied with the first
result of Auto Stitch.
 You can get the satisfying stitched image as the quality of original images is similar and
their quality is fine.
Applying pattern matching after

Original Image Applying pattern matching
manual adjustment
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Apply Step
 After checking the result of stitched image, click on the Change button to display the Step List screen.
 Select a step (Bodypart, Projection) to be applied to the stitched image and click on the OK button.
 The stitching image cannot be saved if steps are not selected.
Close
 Click on the Save button and save the stitched image.
 Check if the stitched image is added to the thumbnail as a new one.
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9.1.5 Checking the Adjustment Function
Adjust the border of images

 You can adjust the border between selected images by using Tools  Trim buttons.
 This function can be used as cutting the unnecessary part of an image.
1 Click on the Trim button.

2 Select an image to be adjusted. A green frame is indicated around the selected image.
3 Click and drag the frame with a mouse button to adjust the image boundary. The adjusted boundary is
indicated as a dotted line.
4 Click on the Border Adjust button again and check if the image area outside of a boundary disappears.
Select Image Adjust Borders Complete
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Overlapping images
 Click on the Stitch  Top and Back buttons to show or hide the selected image.
 Top button – Raise the selected image up to the overlapped area. (The selected image is
showed.)
 Back button – Lower the selected image down to the overlapped area. (The selected
image is not showed.)
Top Back
Top Back
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9.2 Printing
9.2.1 Sending Image to the Print Mode
 Click on the Print button and send the study or image to the Print mode.
 Print button is located in the Exposure mode, Database mode and Viewer mode.
 You can send the DICOM print from the Print mode only.
Precheck
 Check if the DICOM print server information is set.
 Check the connection state to the DICOM print server (ECHO).
 Refer to Setting Common Items of DICOM server in VXvue Service Manual for checking
the setting and connection status of DICOM print.
Send images to the Print mode

1 Select the study or image to be printed from the study / image list.
 You can select multiple ones by using the Ctrl or Shift key.
2 Click on the Print button.
3 Select All Image or Selected button in the Print dialog box.
 All Image – All images including the selected image in the study are sent to the Print mode.
 Selected – Send the selected image to the Print mode only.
 Cancel – Cancel the image sending to the Print mode.
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9.2.2 Checking the Print Mode
1 Check the image from the print view area.

 The image on the print view is displayed on the basis of the real film.
2 Change the print format by changing the print setting.
3 Process the image with the image process tools.
9.2.3 Setting Print Options
 Select the print and film information of the selected image.

 The selected information was configured previously from the Print tab by the user.
1 Select the name of DICOM print server.

2 Select the film size.
3 Select print orientation of the film.
 Refer to Print Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about print
settings.
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9.2.4 Using Tools for Print Only
Delete print images

Delete the image to be printed in the Print mode.
 You can select multiple images by using the Ctrl or Shift key.
1 Select the image to be deleted from the print view.
2 Click on the Close button to delete the image.
3 Click on the Close All button to delete all images.
Change the position of images

Change the position of two printing images.
 Select two images to change position by using Multi Select button with Ctrl or Shift key.
1 Select the two images from the print view to change their position.
2 Click on the Swap button and check the changed position.
Print
You can print the image set in print view by sending it to DICOM print.
 Click the Print or Print &Close button to print image.
 Check the process from Setting mode  DICOM panel  Print Queue.
Printing the image.
After printing the image, close all images in the Print mode.
 Refer to <7 Image Processing> for the detailed information about other image
adjustment tools and POST LUT.
9.2.5 Using Paper Print
 Select the print and paper information of the selected image.

 The selection information is the one that you configured on the Print tab in advance.
1 Select a print name.
2 Select the size of the paper to be printed.
3 Select the direction of printing.
 Refer to Print Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about print
settings.
You can print the images set in print view by sending them to the printer.
 Click the Print / Print & Close button.
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9.3 Using VXvue for Vet
 You can use the VXvue program not only for human but also for animals (Vet, Equine).
 The followings are additional functions of VXvue for animals only.
 Veterinary patient information
 Veterinary Category
 Veterinary Bodypart / Projection
 Species Code
 Breed Code
 Breed Registration Code
Key word
Term Meaning
A unit of biological classification organized with a relationship of interbreeding and has
Species
common characteristic.
A group within a species that shares definable and identifiable characteristics (visual,
Breed performance, geographical, and / or cultural) which allow it to be distinguished from other
groups within the same species.
9.3.1 Selecting Veterinary Type
When installing VXvue, set the viewer mode as Vet or Equine if you want to use VXvue for animals.
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9.3.2 Veterinary Patient Information
The items of veterinary patient information are more than those of human because of various kinds of
animal.
Additional patient information for vet
Search Item Meaning Note

Species Description Explains species Explains species
Species Code Sequence Species code Species code
Breed Description Explains breed Explains breed
Breed Code Sequence Breed code Breed code
Breed Registration Number Breed registration no. Breed registration number
Responsible Person Person in charge Responsible person for the animal
Responsible Person Role Role of the person in charge Role or task of the person in charge
Responsible Organization Responsible organization Responsible institution of animals
Sex Neutered Neutralization Neutralized or not
Check the additional patient information

 If you use the veterinary version, you can check the additional patient information which is to be inserted
as follows.
 You can check the following screen from the Unscheduled panel in the Registration mode.
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9.3.3 Preparing for the Veterinary Exposure
 This chapter explains only about the difference of exposure procedures and preparation
when preparing the veterinary version. As most of the other parts are the same as the
human version, please refer to <6How to Shoot Images> for the detailed information.
Adjust patient size

 Adjust patient size from Patient Size.
 Refer to Step Tab in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about setting the
patient size for each step.
Select Auto Label

1 Select the label to indicate on the image automatically from Step Selection dialog in the Exposure mode.
2 The priority of labeling is as follows.

 1st : A label set from Setting -> Procedure Manager -> Procedure
 2nd : A label set from the Exposure mode
 3rd : A label set from Setting -> Procedure Manager -> Step
 Choose a category and a bodypart to register step. After that, an auto label is indicated
on the bodypart name located in the step.
 Choose the registered step and take a shot, then a label is added on the image
automatically.
Change Category
1 Click on the category text on the step selection dialog of the Exposure mode.
Exposure mode Description
VXvue for Vet
VXvue for Equine
2 Select a category to use when the dialog for selecting a category shows.
 The built-in options of VXvue for Vet are Dog, Cat, Exotics, Equine, and Pre-purchase exam.
 The built-in options of VXvue for Equine are Equine and Pre-purchase exam.
3 Check if the background image is changed after selecting the category.
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 Refer to <6.5 Selecting Category and Step> for the detailed information about adding
and changing categories.
 You can add categories for Vet to VXvue for Equine if necessary.
Basic Category Category Selection Window
VXvue for Vet
VXvue for Equine
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9.3.4 Veterinary Settings
 This chapter explains the difference of settings when the user operates VXvue as a veterinary version.
 As the most contents are same as the human version, refer to Settings in VXvue Service
Manual for the detailed information about each item.
Procedure Manager  Category tab

 The built-in categories of VXvue for
Vet version are Dog, Cat, Bird,
Exotics, Equine, Pre-purchase exam.
 The built-in categories of VXvue for

Equine version are Equine and Pre-
purchase exam.
Procedure Manager  Step tab

 Step List of the veterinary version is different from that of the human version.
 Choose each step to check the stored image processing parameter.
 Choose each step to save the information in advance such as a label, image rotation, crop, etc.
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Procedure Manager  Bodypart / Projection tab

 In the veterinary version, Bodypart and Projection codes different from those of human are provided.
 The related codes are complied SRT (SNOMED (Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine Clinical Terms)
Reference Terminology same as the codes for human.
Procedure Manager  Species Code tab / Breed Code tab / Breed Registration Code tab
 The veterinary version provides three (3) additional tabs in the Procedure panel as follows.
 Species Code tab – Species code management
 Breed Code tab – Breed code management
 Breed Registration Code tab – Breed Registration code management
 The codes registered to the three tabs are used for registering prescribed information of studied
patients.
Tab Screen
Species Code
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Breed Code
Breed Registration Code
How to use
 The use way of codes registered in the three (3) tabs is same.
 Click on the Add button to add a code to be registered newly.
 Click on the Hide button to hide the code which it not used.
 Each code tab is supported the Show / Hide function, not deletion.
 The item that registered once cannot be deleted.
 Check the Show All checkbox to see the hidden items.
 Check the registered Species codes from <6.2 Unscheduled Panel>.
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R/L Label setting

 Besides of the R / L labels, the information of LF (Left Front, Left Foreleg), RF (Right Front, Right Foreleg),
LH (Left Hind) and RH (Right Hind) labels can be configured additionally from the veterinary version.
(Setting mode  Tool panel  General tab)
 In the Use Quick Label option, you can add the LF, RF, LH and RH Quick Label buttons to the Exposure
mode. (Setting mode  Tool panel  General tab)
Procedure Auto Label Setting

In the VXvue veterinary version, you can set a label to each step when you add steps to the procedure. The
configured label is input to the image automatically when shooting each step.
1 Move to Procedure Manager  Procedure tab.
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2 Click on the Edit button to open the Step Editor dialog.

 Choose a body part from Bodypart/Stitch Protocol.
 Choose a step from Candidate.
 Choose a label to be added from Label.
 Click on button to add the selected items to Procedure Item.
 Click on the Update button to save the selected items.
 The label registered in Procedure / Step is applied automatically in the order of

Procedure > Exposure > Step.
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9.4 Using VXvue for Vehicle
 The VXvue program can be used for the patients who take an X-ray in a vehicle as well as in the
hospital.
 Choose the option VXvue for Vehicle when installing VXvue to use it in a vehicle.
 The composition of VXvue for Vehicle is similar to its general version mostly, but the following functions
are specialized for the examination in a vehicle.
 Function for registering location and study
 Serial radiography
 External save function, a substitute for the DICOM sending function.
 Barcode for registering and searching studies
Term Description
Vehicle A vehicle with the radiography environment
Location A place or institution for examination
 This chapter explains about VXvue for Vehicle mainly.

 Refer to the related pages in this document for the information of functions same as
those of the VXvue general version.
9.4.1 Installing VXvue for Vehicle
To use VXvue for vehicle inspection, select the Viewer mode as Vehicle during the installation phase.
 The way to install VXvue for Vehicle is the same as that of VXvue general version. Refer
to Installation in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information.
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9.4.2 Location Mode
VXvue for Vehicle registers and manages the prescribing information based on the place or institution
where X-ray is taken.
In the Location mode, you can use the functions for registering / managing prescribing information, as well
as managing locations and the acquired images. Before taking X-rays, it is necessary to register location
and the prescribing information to each location.
 The Database mode and the Work mode in VXvue is combined as the Location mode in
VXvue for Vehicle.
 The functions in the Database and the Work mode are same as those of the Location
mode.
1 Management Area of Location

You can add, modify or reject locations.
 Searches locations with the following conditions to indicate them on the

list.
 All: Indicates all locations.
 Rejected: Indicates the rejected locations.
 No Rejected: Indicates non-rejected locations.
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Button Function
Register a new location to take images.
Modify the location information selected from the location list.
Reject the location selected from the location list.
Restore the rejected location.
Enter the exposure mode with the location selected from the location list.
 You can export the selected location by using the multi buttons as follows.
1 Choose location to be exported from the location list.

2 Click on the arrow button and choose one of the options. (Export, Send, Multi-Send,
Print, External Save)
 The function of each option is same as that of the VXvue general version.
2 Search Area of Location

You can search the location by its name or the registered date.
Button Function
Input the location name and click on the Search button to check the
search result from the location list.
Removes all searched result from the location list.
Input the search condition and click on the Search button to check the
result from the location list.
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 You can also search location by setting period as follows.
1 Click on the arrow button to check the options of search period.

2 Set the search period and click on the related button. (Today / Week / Month)
 The search result is indicated on the location list.
 All locations are indicated including studies of the scheduled date and the search
period.
 Click on the Detailed button to search locations by setting specific period of time.
3 Location List Area

You can check the list of generated or registered locations.
Button Function
Indicates the date and time of Scheduled Date which was set when
Date
generating the location.
Location Name Indicates the name of the generated location.
Indicates the number of study that the radiography has completed and
Count
the number of study registered in the location.
Indicates a check mark when radiography for all studies registered in the
Completed
location is completed.
Description Indicates the texts which was entered while generating the location.
Range: The period configured within the search period.
Total: The total number of locations corresponded with the search
condition.
4 Study Management Area

You can use the functions related to studies in the specific location and the acquired images.
 Searches the study under three types of condition and indicates the
result on the study list.
 All: Indicates all studies.
 Taken: Indicates studies that the radiography has been completed.
 Untaken: Indicates studies that the radiography has not been
completed.
 Searches the study under three types of condition and indicates the
result on the study list.
 All: Indicates all studies.
 Rejected: Indicates rejected studies.
 No rejected: Indicates non-rejected studies.
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 You can add studies to location by using the multi buttons as follows.
1 Choose the location to add studies from the location list.

2 Click on the arrow button and choose one of the options to add studies. (Import, Auto,
MWL)
Button Function
Rejects the study selected from the study list.
Restores the rejected study.
Modifies the study information selected from the study list.
Moves specific images of the selected study to another study in the same location.
Moves the selected study to another location.
Exports the study list information in the related location as a text file (.svc).
Checks the selected study from the Viewer mode.
 You can export the selected studies by using the multi buttons as follows.
1 Select a study to be exported from the study list.

2 Click on the arrow button and choose one of the options to export the study. (Export,
Send, Multi-Send, Print, External Save)
3 The function of each option is same as that of the VXvue general version.
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5 Study List Area

You can check all study lists of the selected location.
 Exposed: Number of studies that have been taken images / Whole number
of studies
 Filter Result: Number of studies that have been searched with specific
conditions / Wholw number of studies
6 Thumbnail Area
You can check the thumbnail images of studies selected from the study list.
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9.4.3 Exposure Mode
You can make an exposure from the Exposure mode. The Exposure mode supports a general exposure
and macro exposure modes.
 General exposure mode – Set the preparation steps to make an exposure.
1 Location Information Area

You can check location names and the following information.
Image Function
Indicates the number of studies that have been taken images.
Indicates the number of studies stored to the external device.
Indicates the number of studies transmitted to the DICOM storage.
Finished the shooting of location.
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2 Area for Selecting the Detector and Patient Size

You can select which type of detector to use and the patient size.
 Check the available detector.

 Choose the detector to be used for taking images.
 Patient size icon (Multi-buttons)

1 Check the patient size to be shot.
2 Click on the arrow button and select one of the buttons. (Large, Medium, Small, Ped)
3 Area for Searching Patients

You can search studies from the study list of patients in the related location.
 Searches the study under the two conditions and indicate the result in the area of
study list of patients.
 All: Indicates both taken and untaken studies.
 Untaken: Indicates the untaken studies only.
 Searches specific studies with the patient ID or name.

 Input the patient ID or name and click on the Go button.
 Check the search result from the study list of patients.
4 Study List of Patients

You can check the study list of patients registered in the related location.
5 Patient Order for Shooting Images

You can check the study information of the patient being taken and to be taken.
6 Quick Access Tool Area

You can adjust images with the tool buttons registered manually.
 The tools in Quick Access Tool area can be registered from the Setting mode.
7 Image View Area

You can check the images from the image view area.
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8 Move to the Macro Exposure Mode

 Click on the Maximum button to switch the screen to the macro exposure mode.
9 Thumbnail Area
You can check thumbail images from the thumbnail area. When you select a thumbnail image, it displays
on the image view area.
 Macro Exposure mode: You can take and adjust images by expanding the image view area.

You can check the name of location where the images are taken and the following information.
Image Function
Finishes shooting in the location.

You can check the study information of the patient being taken and to be taken.
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3 Move to the General Exposure Mode

 Click on the Minimum button to switch the screen to the general exposure mode.
4 Image View Area

You can check the acquired images from the image view area.
5 Thumbnail Area
6 Image Adjustment Tools

You can use various tools to adjust images.
9.4.4 Viewer Mode
In the Viewer mode, you can search and adjust images of the selected study.
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You can check the name of location where the images are taken and the following information.
Image Function
Finishes shooting in the location.
2 Area for Searching Patients

You can search studies from the study list of patients in the related location.
 Searches the study under the two conditions and indicate the result in the area of
study list of patients.
 All: Indicates both taken and untaken studies.
 Untaken: Indicates the untaken studies only.
 Searches specific studies with the patient ID or name.

 Input the patient ID or name and click on the Go button.
 Check the search result from the study list of patients.
3 Study List of Patients

You can check the study list of patients registered in the related location.

You can check the patient finished shooting, being shot, and to be shot X-ray.
5 Image View Area

You can check the acquired images from the image view area.
6 Thumbnail Area
7 Image Adjustment Tools

You can use various tools to adjust images.
Panel Description
Tools Available to use the image adjustment tools.
Process Available to use the image processing tools.
Label Available to use the labelling tools on the image.
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9.4.5 Registering the Prescribing Information
In VXvue for Vehicle, the prescribing information of pateints is registered based on the shooting location
or institution. Therefore, you should register the location first and the prescribing information next before
taking images under VXvue for Vehicle.
1 How to Generate Location

1 Move to the Location mode of VXvue for Vehicle.
2 Click on the Add button on the left top of the location management area.
 Refer to <9.4.2 Location Mode> for the detailed information about the location
management area.
3 Choose the step information to acquire images and input the location information to Location Info
dialog.
4 Click on the Add button to complete generating location.
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Item Input Method Note

Location Name Manual The institution where a patient belongs.
Scheduled Date Manual Reserved date for shooting
Address Manual Address of the institution
Telephone Manual Contact number of the institution
Description Manual Detailed information of the additional shooting
 The location name can be entered up to 64 letters, excluding some special texts (^ * ? <>
/ \ ,.) which cannot be used as a file name.
 The address can be entered up to 64 letters.
 The telephone number can be entered up to 16 letters.
 The description can be entered up to 1024 letters.
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How to Enter the Scheduled Date
Click on at the right side of Scheduled Date to open the Date Selection window. Choose the
reserved date and click on the OK button to close.
How to Register Step

You can register steps by using the related location to prepare shooting.
1 Open the Step Selector window by clicking on button at the bottom to add steps from the
step list in Location Info, other than the default step list.
2 Select the desired bodypart and projection to add steps.
3 Click on the Add button on the Step Selector window to finish registering steps.
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 Additional explanation of the Step Selector window

 Choose the step information at the right and click on button to remove the
added step from the list.
 Click on the Cancle button to close the Step Selector window if you do not want to
add all steps in the step list to the location.
 Additional explanation of the Location Info window
 The initial state of step list is set as Default Step List when generating the first
location. Refer to ‘How to change the Default Step List’ in <9.4.9 Additional Functions>
for chaging the state.
 Choose a step from the step list and click on button to remove the step.
4 Check the newly created location in the list as below.
2 How to Register Study

1 Click the new location from the location list.
2 Click on the multi button to add a study in the study management area of the Location mode.
 Refer to <9.4.2 Location Mode> for the detailed information about the study
management area.
3 Choose one of the three options to add a study.
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How to Add Study to Import Study

Click on the Import Study button to open the Import Patient Order window.
 You can also add a study to location by recalling the prescribing information saved as the text file
(Unicode).
 This process of adding study to Import Study is the same as that of the general version
of VXvue. Refer to <5.3.1 Tools in Reserved Panel> for more information.
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How to Add Study to Auto Generate Study

Click on the Auto Generate Study button to open the following window. You can add the patient
information by the rules manually.
Item Meaning Input Method Description

Length Digit Select Digits tagged with the patient ID and name
ID Prefix Patient ID Prefix Manual Texts attached in front of the patient ID.
Name Prefix Patient Name Prefix Manual Texts attached in front of the patient name.
Study Count Number of Study Manual Number of study to be generated
Generate Generates Study Button Generates a study
Cancels generating a Closes the window without generating a
Cancel Button
study. study.
 Choose the length from 5 ~10.

 The default value of name prefix is ‘Name’ when the Auto Generator window is opened
for the first time.
 The maximum number of letters of the pateint ID and patient name should be less than
64.
 Refer to the texts written on ‘ex)’ of the window to check the patient name and ID in
advance.
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How to Add Study to Madality Worklist

Click on the Modality Worklist button to open the Worklist window as follows. You can import the
prescribing information by using DICOM worklist.
Item Input Method Description

Add All Button Adds all searched studies.
Add Selected Button Adds the selected studies only.
Cancel Button Closes the window without adding studies.
 This process is same as that of the Scheduled panel in VXvue general version, using the
DICOM worklist. (Refer to <5.1 Scheduled Panel (Worklist)>)
 The Open, Emergency, Send to Detector, Add to Local buttons in VXvue general version
are not indicated on the VXvue for Vehicle.
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4 Check the newly added studies in the study list area.
9.4.6 Making an Exposure
You can take images after generating a location and registering studies in the location. Be sure to check if
the location and prescribing information are registered before taking images.
 The shooting process in VXvue for Vehicle is same as that of the VXvue general version.
Refer to <6How to Shoot Images> for the detailed information.
 This chapter gives an instruction about the functions of VXvue for Vehicle mainly.
1 Entering to the Exposure Mode

Explains the way to enter the Exposure mode for taking images.
1 Go to the Location mode in VXvue for Vehicle.

2 Search and click on the location to be taken images.
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 Refer to ‘Search Area of Location’ in <9.4.2 Location Mode> for the information on how
to search locations.
3 Click on the Start button on the left top in the management area to enter the Exposure mode. If the
other location is being shot images, close the location first and then enter the Exposure mode.
 In the Exposure mode, you cannot take images from more than two locations at the
same time.
 You can also enter the Exposure mode by double-clicking the location to take images on
the location list.
4 Check if the program is entered the Exposure mode as follows.
 Refer to <9.4.3 Exposure Mode> for the information about composition of the Exposure
mode.
5 Choose the detector to take images.

 The icons are showed as many as the number of detectors available to
make an exposure. Choose a desired icon to process the exposure.
 A yellow frame is indicated around the selected detector icon.
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 The detector icons are showed differently depending on each detector model. Refer to
<10.6.4 Detector Information Display Icon> for the information of detector icons.
6 Choose the patient size.

1 Check the patient size to be shot.
2 Click on the arrow button and select one of the buttons. (Large, Medium, Small, Ped)
 Refer to <6.4 Selecting Patient Size> for the detailed information about selecting the
patient size.
7 Check if the patient is ready to be shot from the image view area and the study list in the Exposure
mode.
 VXvue for Vehicle supports continuous shooting specialized for the patients examined in
a vehicle.
 When shooting for steps in the study is finished, the screen is converted to standby status
for the next patient automatically.
 If you want to start shooting a study in the middle of the list, click the related study or
search it from the search field.
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8 Press the hand switch to start shooting images.
9 Complete the shooting for all steps in the selected studies.
10 Check the ready status of the next patient from the following area located at the top of the Exposure
mode screen.
Image Description
 Checks the information about the current study.
 Patient name, patient ID, age, gender
 You can modify the information by clicking on the pencil
icon.
 If the two icons are activated, the screen is shifted to
standby status for the next patient automatically after
shooting all steps in the current study.
 Click on the turning button of auto exposure to cease
the next shooting of a study automatically.
 If the two icons are deactivated, the screen is not shifted
to the next study but the steps are added to the current
study after shooting all steps in the study and trying to
take images again.
 If the Auto Select Next Study icon is activated and the

steps in the current study are completed shooting, the
next patient icon blinks.
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11 Continue the shooting of all studies in the location.
 If you want to stop shooting images, click on the Finish button at the left top of the
location information area to restart shooting later.
12 Click on the Finish button to enter the Location mode after shooting images for all studies.
 When you complete shooting images for all studies in the location, the Auto Generate
item is selected automatically to keep shooting.
13 Check if the shooting is completed from the location list in the Location mode.
 The ‘Completed’ part in the Location list area is changed as after taking images of
all studies in the location.
9.4.7 Saving Images to the External Path
If the images acquired in a vehicle cannot be made DICOM transmission, you can save them to the external
storage media or the external route.
Saving as a unit of location
 Click on button at the left top in the Location mode and click on Ext.Save icon .
 Save all images in the location according to the options preset in the Setting mode.
 Refer to External Save Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the detailed information about
the applied options when saving images with the External Save function.
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Saving as a unit of image

 Click on the External Save button to save all or selected images of the study to the pre-
specified path.
 This button is located at the right top of the Location mode and in the tools of Macro
Exposure mode / Viewer mode.
9.4.8 Saving Images to the External Route Automatically
While the images are being taken, the External Save function is applied automatically according to the
preset options.
How to set the External Save function automatically

 You can set the option to set the External Save function from the following path.
 Setting mode  System panel  External Save tab
 Set the Use Auto External Save on Exposure Mode option as Yes.
 Target Directory: Click on to set the storage path of images.
 Default path: Database folder path\ExternalSave
 Generation rule of the folder when saving images to external storage: \ ExternalSave \ Location
Name_Location Scheduled Date[YYYYMMDD]_Location Key
 Since External Save is performed in background, it can be carried out simultaneously with
other tasks.
 The writable and readable media (USB, HDD, pre-configured network drive) can be used
only as the exteral storage.
 You cannot use an optical disk such as CD-ROM.
 Image Format: Set the image format to save the images to the external device.
 Be sure to click on button to save the changed settings.
 Refer to External Save Menu in VXvue Service Manual for the information about external
save function.
How to Use the Automatic External Save

 The External Save function is applied automatically when selecting another study in the location, or
ending the location.
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9.4.9 Additional Functions
This chapter explains about the additional functions of VXvue for Vehicle.
How to Change the Default Step List

1 Go to Procedure  Step List in the Setting mode.
2 Choose a step to add to the default step list from Candidate at the left.
3 Click on the right arrow button to add the step to Location Default Step.
4 Click on the Add button at Location Info to check the added step.
 You can register up to 10 steps to Default Step List.

 Click on the left arrow button at Setting  Procedure Manager  Step List to delete
steps in Default Step List.
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How to Search and Add Studies using Barcode

You can search and add studies from the Exposure mode by using a barcode reader.
1 Go to the Exposure mode and get ready for taking images.
2 You can search studies or indicate patient ID / patient name you want to add through the barcode
reader.
3 With the entered barcode, search studies in the location which is ready for being taken images.
4 The studies are searched in turn, and the one matched with the condition is selected automatically.
5 If there is no matched study in the location, a new study is generated and entered exposure ready state
automatically.
 The patient ID of the new study is the entered barcode.
6 Start shooting images.
 Use this function by entering barcodes only to search studies.

 It is not allowed to search the barcode partially, and it works in the in the Exposure
mode only.
 The minimum number of input letters is 5. (Numbers and alphabets are allowed only)
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How to Add Steps while Shooting Images

You can add steps while shooting images as follows.
1 Choose a study from the study list to add steps while shooting images in the Exposure mode.
2 Click on at the bottom of the thumbnail area.
3 Choose a step from the Step Selector window and click on the Add button to close the window.
4 Check the added step in the thumbnail area. (ex. Check LAT)
5 Click on the added step to proceed shooting continuously.
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How to Export Study List

You can export the information of study list included in the specific location as a file.
6 Go to the Location mode.
7 Click the location to export from the location list.
8 Click on button at the top of the screen.
9 Choose a path to store the location and click on the Save button.
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10Check the generated file as follows.
11Open the file and check the information of study list.
 The file is in csv format, and its name is formed as “Location_LocationDate”.

 The encoding version of Unicode is UFT-8.
 Only the filtered study list can be exported.
 The column information of exported studies is as follows.
 Study Date/Time
 Image Count
 Acc.No.
 Patient ID
 Patient Name
 Sex
 Age
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 Birth Date
 Modality
 Patient Comment
 Study Description
 External Save Status
 External Save Study Count
 The column information of exported location is as follows.
 Location Name
 Scheduled Date
 Total Study Count
 Exposed Study Count
How to Move Studies

You can move the study from a specific location to the other location.
1 Enter the Location mode.

2 Click a location that you want to export from the Location list.
3 Click button in the Study management area.
4 Select All Studies or Selected button from the window for study movement.
 Click on the Cancel button to cancel movement of studies.
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5 Choose a location you want to move the studies and click the OK button.
 You can search location quickly by using the input window at the top of the screen.
6 From the Location list or Study list, check if the studies are moved correctly.
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9.5 Exposure Index
 VXvue can measure the intensity of x-ray dose reaching a detector through the subject and indicate it as
the exposure index by making a correlation calculation with gray level.
 VXvue can measure the exposure index automatically through specific algorithm (extracted effective
value of the subject area from the image) and indicate it on the Overlay area of the image view.
 E.I. (Exposure Index)
 Target E.I (Target Exposure Index)
 D.I. (Deviation Index)
 If you try to calculate exposure index without a subject, take images by selecting a specific step (EI –
Pattern 25). This step calculates E.I of 25% area of the image from its center.
9.5.1 Exposure Index (E.I.)
 E.I is the correlation exponent between x-ray dose and gray level displayed on the image.
 The E.I range of Vieworks’ detector is between 0 ~ 10000.
 The range can be different depending on each detector model.
 We use E.I defined from IEC62494-1.
9.5.2 Target Exposure Index (Target E.I.)
 Target exposure index (Target E.I) is the expected optimal exposure index.
 You can preset Target E.I for each step and find the difference with the actual E.I.
 Target E.I is set differently depending on the detector model, diagnostic purpose, and image processing
parameter.
9.5.3 Deviation Index (D.I.)
 Deviation index indicates the difference between Target E.I and E.I. Therefore, set both Target E.I and E.I
to measure deviation index.
 With D.I, you can judge the exposure to each body part against the target exposure index.
Formula
 You can measure the deviation index as follows.
EI
DI = 10 * log10 Ex) D.I. = 10 * log (1361/1300) = 0.199
EI T
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Range and background color of D.I

 Range of D.I : 9.9 ~ 9.9
 The background color is indicated differently depending on the D.I value.
 If the E.I value is improper to measure D.I, set the value again.
Background Range Description
Red -9.9 < D.I. < -4 Severely lack of exposure.
Orange -4 ≤ D.I. < -2 Lack of exposure.
Green -2 ≤ D.I. ≤ 2 Optimal exposure.
Orange 2 < D.I. ≤ 4 Exceed the optimal exposure.
Red 4 < D.I. ≤ 9.9 Severely exceed the optimal exposure.
9.5.4 Setting the Target Exposure Index
 You can set the Target Exposure Index

 Setting  Procedure Manager  Step tab.
 Move to Exposure or Viewer mode > Click on the Target E.I button.
 Refer to <7.23 Changing Target E.I.> for the detailed information about setting the target
exposure index with Target E.I button.
 Refer to the guide ‘Exposure Index Settings’ provided by Vieworks to check the
recommended target E.I for each body part.
 The allowed input range is 100 ~ 5000 and the default value is 286 ~ 500 depending on each body
part.
 The default value of target E.I for each body part in VXvue is 500 if you create a new
body part. As target E.I is largely affected by the actual exposure environment, you should
set the target E.I accorded with the environment when it needs to be changed.
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9.5.5 Checking the Exposure Index
You can check each index values from overlaid information on the image view.
1 Move to Setting  Display  Information Overlay tab.
2 Choose Exposure Index, Deviation Index, Target Exposure Index from the Item list and add them to
Top Right or Bottom Right list.
3 Click on the Update button to apply the following items.
 Exposure Index (E.I.) = 537
 Target Exposure Index (Target E.I.) = 800
 Deviation Index (D.I.) = -1.7 (10 * log (537/800))
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9.6 Using Statistics Function
 You can calculate the desired statistics result from the exposure, study, and patient information stored in
VXvue.
Execution file
The statistics program is the stand-alone type one called by VXvue.
Execution file Location Description

[VXVUE ROOT] C:\Program files\VXvue VXvue root folder (Default)
VW.STATISTICS.exe [VXVUE ROOT]\VW.STATISTICS.exe Statistics program
DBUpgradeTool.exe [VXVUE ROOT]\DBUpgradeTool.exe DB upgrade tool
 The database update for extracting statistic data is needed for using the statistics
program.
 If the first installation version of VXvue is older than V1.0.0.82, the database will be
updated automatically when you execute the statistics program for the first time.
 If the VXvue version is above V1.0.0.82, the database update is not needed since this
version supports the database structure for extracting statistics data.
 You should backup the database file in advance and store it safely before updating
database.
9.6.1 Starting
Execute program
1 Click on the Statistics button in the Database mode to execute the statistics program.
Login
Enter the login account.
 The user account information of statistics program complies
with the user account registered in VXvue.
 If you log on to VXvue by the administrator account (Service,
Admin), this login procdure is skipped.
 The specific patient information can be used with the
performing physician ID only.
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Database update
Click on the Update DB button to update database.
 This procedure is skipped if the database update is not
needed.
 The update speed can be different depending on the PC
specifications and the number of acquired images.
9.6.2 VW.STATISTICS
 Input search conditions to extract the desired statistics data.

 The statistics data can be exported to Microsoft Excel.
 The statistics data and graph can be stored or printed as an image.
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Classification of statistics data
Item Description
General Statistics data of study, exposure and image
Reject Statistics data of the deleted study and image
Dose Statistics data of X-ray dose and the amount of radiaton.
Personal Statistics data for each patient
9.6.3 Search
Input the search condition by period

Input the range of date to calculate the statistics data for each period.
 Click on the dropdown button or click on Today, Week, and Month
buttons to appoint the start and the last date.
Input the patient and study search condition

Extract the statistics data by each Bodypart, Performing Physician, and
patient ID.
 Choose the specific Bodypart or Performing Physician.
 Input the specific patient ID. You can check statistics result of the relevant
patient only.
Search
1 Click on the Search button.
2 Check statistics data of each tab matched with the search condition.
9.6.4 Exporting the Statistics Data
Export the Excel data

1 Click on the Save as Excel button.
2 Specify the storage path and save the statistics data as a CSV Excel file.
 The storage rule of Excel data file is excel_VxvueStatistics_[Statistics Item]_YYYYMMDD.hhmmss.csv.
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Export image
1 Click on the Save as Image button.
2 Specify the storage path and save the statistics data as a BMP image file.
 The storage rule of image file is Image_[Statistics Item]_YYYYMMDD.hhmmss.bmp.
Print the search result of statistics

Click on the Print button and print the searched result of statistics to the
selected paper size.
 Supports A4, A3, B4, Letter, Legal, and Tabloid sizes
 The same screen of exported image is printed.
 Check Print Preview to preview the printing result.
Printing result screen (example)
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9.6.5 General Tab
 The study statistics data and graph are indicated according to the search conditions.
1 Summary
 Total number of studies / Total number of exposed images / Average number of images per study
2 Statistics of the exposure number per bodypart
3 Statistics of the exposure number by period

 Month / Week / Day
4 Statistics of the exposure number by each performing physician
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9.6.6 Reject Tab
 The rejected study statistics data and graph are indicated on according to the search conditions.
1 Summary
 The number of removed studies / The average number of removed studies per study
2 Statistics of the rejected study number per bodypart
3 Statistics of the rejected study number by period

4 Statistics of the rejected suty number by each performing physician
5 Statistics of the rejected study number by reason
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9.6.7 Dose Tab
 The statistics data and graph about the amount of exposed x-ray dose are indicated according to the
search conditions.
 
1 Summary
 Total amount of x-ray dose / Average dose per image / Average dose per study
2 The statistics of exposed dose per bodypart
3 Dose statistics by period

4 Dose statistics by each performing physician
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9.6.8 Personal Tab
 The statistics data and graph about the study, exposure, and exposed dose related to the searched
patient are indicated.
1 Summary
 Basic patient information (ID / Name / Gender / Birth date / Last study date)
 Total number of exposed studies
 Totak number of exposed images, number of rejected images, average number of exposed images per a
study
 Total amount of exposed dose, average amount of exposed dose per a study
2 Total number of studies per each exposure date
3 Details of examination list

 Exposure date and time / Study Description / Bodypart
 Exposed dose
 Number of images / Number of rejected images
 Performing physician / Accession number / Study UID
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9.7 Comparing Studies
9.7.1 Getting Started
Selecting images to be compared

 Compared images by selecting more than two studies.
 The contents changed while comparing studies are not stored.
 How to compare studies which have the same patient ID

1 Select a study from Database and click on the Compare icon.
2 If a study with the same patient ID exists, it is compared with the selected study.
 How to compare studies which have the different patient IDs

1 Select more than two studies from Database and click on the Compare icon.
9.7.2 Tool Buttons
Layout Changes layout of studies to 2x1, 1x2, and 2x2.
Selects an image.
Select
Returns a mouse button to its default state.
Zoom Zooms in or out the image.
Pan Moves the image to the desired location.
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W/L (Window Level) Adjusts the brightness and contrast of the image.
CW (Clockwise) Rotates an image by 90˚ clockwise.
CCW (Counter Clockwise) Rotates an image by 90˚ counterclockwise.
Fits an image to the main image window size. If the image

Fit
is cropped, the cropped area is fit to the window size.
When you zoom, pan, rotate the selected image after

Sync activation, you can it automatically applies to all remaining
images displayed on the screen simultaneously.
If you adjust the W/L of the selected image after activation,
W/L Sync it automatically applies to all remaining images displayed on
the screen simultaneously.
Arrow Draws an arrow to indicate the specific region of the image.
Text Adds text to the image to indicate the information.
Processes the image with various tools from XIPL, the image
Image Process
processing program connected with VXvue.
Process Control Processes the image conveniently.
Save Saves the processed image.
Close Finishes comparing studies.
9.7.3 Selecting Studies
 Select the combo box to select studies you want to view.

 A study without images can be selected.
 You can change the location of two studies that you already have selected.
9.7.4 Selecting Images
 Click the thumbnail to select images.

 You can compare the selected images with those of another study.
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10. Additional Functions
This chapter provides information about the additional functions of VXvue.
Status Bar
Emergency
Switching the User Account
Managing the List Header and Field
Mouse and Shortcuts
Icon
Cursors
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10.1 Status Bar
You can check the status of VXvue from the status bar.
 VXvue logo
 Current login account
 Signal strength of the wireless detector
 Battery remains of the wireless detector
 Free space of hard disk
 Strorage status of the External Save
 Transmission status of DICOM image
 Print status of DICOM image
 Current date and time
 Refer to Status Bar menu in VXvue Service Manual for editing status bar display
information.
10.1.1 Checking the Status Information
(1/2/3/4/5/6/7/8)
1 Indicates the wireless signal strength of the wireless detector.

2 Indicates the connection status of a detector.
3 Indicates battery remains of a wireless detector.
4 Indicates free space of the hard drive.
 The status icon is blinking if the free capacity is insufficient.
5 Indicates the status of External Save. (Success / All)
 Click on the icon to convert the screen as Setting mode  System panel  External Save tab.
6 Indicates the storage server status of DICOM images.
 The icon shows connecting status of the storage server of DICOM images. (No server list / Normal /
Disconnected / Unknown in connecting status)
 If the connecting status is ‘Echo’ or ‘Not transmitting images’, it renews its stauts in every 5 minitues.
 The transmission status to the DICOM storage server is indicated as a number beside of the icon.
(Success / All / Fail)
 When you click on this icon, the tab is converted to Setting mode  DICOM panel  Queue tab.
 You can check the transmission status of prints from the Queue tab in detail.
7 Indicates the transmission status of image to DICOM storage server after logging to VXvue.
 The icon shows connecting status of the DICOM print server. (No server list / Normal / Disconnected /
Unknown in connecting status)
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 The transmission status to the DICOM print server is indicated as a number beside of the icon. (Success
/ All / Fail)
 When you click on this icon, the tab is converted to Setting mode  DICOM panel  Queue tab.
 You can check the transmission status of print from the Queue tab in detail.
8 Indicates the transmissoin status to DICOM MWL server after logging to VXvue.
 The icon shows connecting status of the DICOM MWL server. (No server list / Normal / Disconnected /
Unknown in connecting status)
 Refer to <10.6.1 Status Bar Icon> about the icon status information.
10.1.2 Setting Date and Time
Check the present date and time

 The displayed date and time are complied with the Windows operating system.
 Set the date and time in the control panel of the Windows operating system.
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10.2 Emergency
You can use the following functions of VXvue in a medical emergency situation.
 Make an emergency exposure without a login account.
 You can take images first without entering the information of an emergency patient if there is no time to
figure it out.
10.2.1 Emergency Mode
The user can make an emergency exposure without a login account.
 Click on the ER button on the login window.

 You can log in without entering ID and password.
 Use this function in case of medical emergency.
 In the ER mode, you can only enter into the Registration mode and the Exposure mode.
 The following functions are unable to use from the Registration mode and the Exposure
mode.
 DICOM sending or DICOM printing from the Exposure mode.
 Process or delete the image from the Exposure mode.
10.2.2 Emergency Exposure
 You can make an emergency exposure without registering patient information.

 This exposure can be started from the Registration mode.
 Click on the Emergency button and make an emergency exposure.

 The screen is converted to the Exposure mode automatically.
 The ID and name of the emergency patient are entered automatically based
on the present date and time.
 The patent ID is entered as EM-YYMMDD-HHMMSS form.
 The patient name is entered as Urgent Patient.
 You can update the patient information after completing the exposure.
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10.3 Changing the User Account
If the radiologist in charge of taking images is changed, use the Log Off function to change the user
account without closing VXvue.
 The statistics results of Quick Access Tool, and Button Setting are different depending
on the settings by each user account.
10.3.1 Log In/ Off
1 Select the Exit mode and click on the Logoff button to close the account being accessed currently.
2 Enter the ID and password of the radiologist in charge and click on Login when a login window displays.
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10.3.2 Auto Offset Refresh
The Offset Refresh for each detector is performed from the login window automatically if the following two
conditions are satisfied at the time of rebooting VXvue or switching its user account.
 Over 30 minitutes has passed from the last Offset Refresh.
 The temperature difference of detector is over 3°C from the last Offset Refresh.
 The Offset Refresh is not perfomed in case the user logs in ER mode.
 The Offset Refresh is not perfomed from the demo version, though the related message
is displayed.
 You cannot cancel the Offset Refresh while it is being performed.

 The Offset Refresh is cancelled when it is started right after the x-ray is exposed or the x-
ray is exposed while the Offset Refresh is performed.
 The Offest calibration data has a direct effect on image quality.

 Keep the detector free from shock or vibration while the Offset Refresh is performed.
 Carry out the Offset calibration again from VXSetup if an error is detected in the image
quality.
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10.4 Managing the List Header and Field
 VXvue has three lists as follows.

 Searched result list of Worklist (Registration mode  Scheduled panel)
 Stored list of searched result (Registration mode  Reserved panel)
 Searched result list of a study and image (Database mode)
 Each list has a list header, and each header has dozens of data fields.
 You can range or edit the order of each field as necessary.
10.4.1 Field Information
No. Item Scheduled Reserved Database

1 Key X O X
2 Study Key X X O
3 Send Status X X O
4 Print Status X X O
5 Backup Status X X O
6 Img. Count X X O
7 Study Date Time X X O
8 Acc. No. O O O
9 Patient ID O O O
10 Patient Name O O O
11 Sex O O O
12 Age O O O
13 Birth Date O O O
14 Modality O O O
15 Bodypart O O O
16 Scheduled Performing Physician’s Name O O O
17 Referring Physician O O O
18 Patient Comments O O O
19 Study Description O O O
20 Study ID X X O
21 Study Instance UID O O O
22 Scheduled Date Time O O O
23 Scheduled Procedure Step Description O O O
24 Requested Procedure ID O O O
25 Scheduled Station AE Title O O O
26 Requested Contrast Agent O O O
27 Scheduled Station Name O O O
28 Scheduled Procedure Step ID O O O
29 Requested Procedure Description O O O
30 Requested Procedure Code Sequence O O O
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31 Requested Procedure Priority O O O

32 Patient Transport Arrangement O O O
33 Requested Procedure Location O O O
34 Requesting Service O O O
35 Visit Status ID O O O
36 Patient Institution Residence O O O
37 Current Patient Location O O O
38 Admiitting Diagnosis Description O O O
39 Other Patient IDs O O O
40 Other Patient Names O O O
41 Patient Birth Time O O O
42 Patient Height O O O
43 Patient Weight O O O
44 Ethnic Group O O O
45 Occupation O O O
46 Patient Address O O O
47 Patient Telephone Numbers O O O
48 Confidentiality constraint on Patient Data O O O
49 Additional Patient History O O O
50 Patient State O O O
51 Pregnancy Status O O O
52 Medical Alerts O O O
53 Allergies O O O
54 Special Needs O O O
55 External Save Status X X O
56 Reading Physician O O O
57 Institution Name O O O
58 Performing Physician O O O
59 Suspend X X O
60 User-Defined Field1 O O O
70 Scheduled Protocol Code Sequence O X X
71 Registered O O X
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Total 61 62 68
10.4.2 Aligning List Based on the Specific Field
 Click the left mouse button on the desired field to align it on the header of study list.
 You can align the list as an ascending or descending order based on the selected field.
10.4.3 Editing Fields
Open the field edit window

1 Click the right mouse button on the list header.
2 Click on the More… menu to open the field edit window.
Use the field edit window

 You can add a new field to the header of study list.
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1 Check a checkbox or select a desired item, and click on the Show button. You can add a field from the
header of a study list.
2 Uncheck a checkbox or select a desired item, and click on the Hide button. You can hide a field from the
header of a study list
3 Selct a desired item and click on the Move Up or Move Down button. You can adjust the field order
from the header of a study list.
4 Selct a desired item and input the width of a field directly from Width of selected column (in pixels).
You can set the width of each field in a pixel unit.
5 Click on the OK button and check if the field is changed.
 If you remove a field, it becomes invisible from the header, but the data is not removed
actually.
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10.5 Mouse and Shortcuts
 VXvue provides various functions to users by using a mouse and shortcuts.

 It is necessary to use a mouse for image processing.
10.5.1 Mouse
Movement Description
Click left button Activates a specific function by selecting image, menu, or a button.
Indicates options of the selected menu.
Click right button
This action is same as a long touch.
Ctrl + Click left button Selects multiple items.
Shift + Click left button Clicks on the first and the last items to select all items between them.
Double click the left button Conducts a special function defined to each menu.
Scroll Changes to select an image by using the mouse wheel.
Press and hold the left
Adjusts the parameter or move the object / change the objsct size.
button+ Drag
Press and hold the right Controls W/L (Window level).
button+ Drag This function can be used while another function is in use.
10.5.2 Shortcuts
Shortcut Description
F2 Makes a virtual exposure from VXvue Demo.
F5 Changes the direction of Projection to the left or right in the Exposure mode.
Adjusts the width of Bodypart and Projection area narrowly or widely in the Exposure
F6
mode.
F7 Changes the Quick Access tools in clockwise direction in the Exposure mode.
Converts UI type of the step selection area in the Exposure mode.
F8
 Image Type  Button Type
ESC The annotation mode is canceled if the annotation of figure or measurement is being made.
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10.6 Icon
10.6.1 Status Bar Icon
Wireless signal status
Icon Description
Very good
Good
Normal
Bad
Very bad, Disconnected
Detector connection status
Icon Description
Connected
Not initialized
Disconnected
Battery remaining status
Icon Description
Not initialized
75~100%
50~75%
25~50%
25% and less
Very low
Hard disk and transmission status icon
Icon Description
Errors in the local HDD
The remaining capacity of local HDD is 25% or less.
The remaining capacity is 50% or less compared to the total capacity of local HDD.
Status of DICOM image storage server
Status of DICOM print server
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DICOM image storage server status icon
Icon Description
No DICOM image storage server list
All selected DICOM image storage servers are connected normally.
One or more of the selected DICOM image storage servers are disconnected.
The connecting status of one or more of the selected DICOM image storage servers is unknown
DICOM print server status icon
Icon Description
No list of DICOM and paper printer servers.
Selected DICOM print server is connected normally.
The selected DICOM print server is disconnected.
The connection status of the selected DICOM print server is unknown.
DICOM MWL server status icon
Icon Description
No list of DICOM MWL servers.
Selected DICOM MWL server is connected normally.
The selected DICOM MWL server is disconnected.
The connection status of the selected DICOM MWL server is unknown.
External Save status icon
Icon Description
External Save can be performed because the path specified by External Save normally exists.
External Save is stopped because the path specified by External Save does not exist normally.
10.6.2 Study Item Status Icon
 The icons indicate status of the study items which are displayed on the database search list.
Icon Description
Backed up
The backed up images are removed from system.
Transmitted to the DICOM print storage server.
Printed to the DICOM print server.
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10.6.3 Thumbnail Image Status Icon
Icon Description
Transmitted to the DICOM image storage server.
Printed from the DICOM print server.
Rejected
The step is registered and ready to be exposed.
The image is rejected and available to be restored.
10.6.4 Detector Information Display Icon
Icon Description
Battery is full.
Battery remains three quarters.
Battery remains a half.
Battery remains a quarter.
Battery remains low.
Connecting error occurs in the DICOM image storage server.
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The DICOM image storage server is connected.
The DICOM image storage server is disconnected.
Temperature error
Normal temperature
High temperature
Wifi condition - full
Wifi condition - three quarters
Wifi condition - half
Wifi condition - quarter
Wifi error
10.6.5 Detector Connection Status Icon
Basic Theme (Onyx Classic) Icons
Icon Description
The detector is disconnected.
Some images are not sent to the viewer but remained in the internal memory of a detector.
It is needed to check the operating environment of the detector.
The detector is in sleep mode.
FXRD-1717SA/SB detector is connected.
FXRD-1417SA/SB detector is connected.
The wireless detector model (FXRD-W, FXRD-N) is connected with Wi-Fi.
The wireless detector model (FXRD-W, FXRD-N) is connected with a tether interface cable.
The detector is installed on the x-ray bucky stand.
The detector is installed on the x-ray bucky table.
The detector is being used as a CR mode.
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10.7 Cursors
 When you select image processing or annotation tools, the mouse cursor is changed to the
corresponding shape.
10.7.1 Cursor for Image Processing Tools
Cursor Description
Crop
Zoom
Magic Glass
Window Level
Pan
Move
Free Rotation by Line)
Free Rotation by Drag
10.7.2 Cursor for Annotation Tools
Cursor Description
Angle
Arrow
Distance, Vertical Discrepancy, Image Pixel Spacing
Window Level
Ellipse
Rectangle
Text
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1.1 Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................................... 10

1.2 Document Guide ................................................................................................................................... 11

1.3 Document Convention ......................................................................................................................... 12

1.4 Version Information .............................................................................................................................. 13

1.5 Revision History .................................................................................................................................... 14

2.1 Overview ................................................................................................................................................. 17

2.2 Recommended Specifications ............................................................................................................. 18

3. Browse Around ............................................................................................................................... 19

3.1 Preparation ............................................................................................................................................. 20

3.2 Starting Up ............................................................................................................................................. 21

3.3 Basic Composition................................................................................................................................. 23

3.4 Registration Mode ................................................................................................................................ 24

3.5 Exposure Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 25

3.6 Database Mode...................................................................................................................................... 28

3.7 Viewer Mode .......................................................................................................................................... 29

3.8 Print Mode.............................................................................................................................................. 30

3.9 Setting Mode ......................................................................................................................................... 31

3.10 Closing ................................................................................................................................................. 32

4. User eXperience ............................................................................................................................. 33

4.2 Skin (Theme) .......................................................................................................................................... 35

4.3 Layout of Sapphire Blue Skin.............................................................................................................. 36

4.4 Touch-Oriented ...................................................................................................................................... 40

4.5 Auto Rotation of UI .............................................................................................................................. 47

5. How to Register Patient Prescribing Information................................................................... 48

5.1 Scheduled Panel (Worklist) ................................................................................................................. 49

5.2 Unscheduled Panel ................................................................................................................................ 55

5.3 Reserved Panel....................................................................................................................................... 58

6. How to Shoot Images ................................................................................................................... 65

6.1 Basic Exposure Procedures .................................................................................................................. 66

6.2 Registering Patient Information ......................................................................................................... 67

6.3 Selecting / Cheking a Detector .......................................................................................................... 68

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6.3.4 Caution for the Operation Environment ...........................................................................................................70

6.4 Selecting Patient Size ........................................................................................................................... 73

6.5 Selecting Category and Step .............................................................................................................. 74

6.6 Making an Expousre ............................................................................................................................. 78

6.7 Processing and Adjusting Images Additionally............................................................................... 80

6.8 Closing the Exposure ............................................................................................................................ 81

6.9 Importing Images from the Detector ............................................................................................... 82

7. Image Processing ........................................................................................................................... 86

7.1 Image View ............................................................................................................................................. 87

7.2 Thumbnail Images................................................................................................................................. 89

7.3 Image Processing Panel ....................................................................................................................... 94

7.4 Image Adjustment Tool Buttons ........................................................................................................ 97

7.5 Using Basic Image Processing Tools ............................................................................................... 102

7.6 Selecting Images ................................................................................................................................. 104

7.7 Adjusting Image Size .......................................................................................................................... 105

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7.7.3 Actual Size View ........................................................................................................................................................ 105

7.8 How to Move the Image ................................................................................................................... 108

7.9 How to Magnify the Region of Interest ......................................................................................... 109

7.10 How to Adjust Brightness and Contrast of Image ................................................................... 110

7.11 Cropping the Image ........................................................................................................................ 111

7.12 Inverting the Image ........................................................................................................................ 114

7.13 Rotating the Image ......................................................................................................................... 115

7.14 Using Image Layout ........................................................................................................................ 117

7.15 Using Annotation for Measurement ............................................................................................ 119