Service Manual: Insightplus 9000 Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil

SERVICE MANUAL
Document 780019
Revision B
GE Signa 1.5T
INSIGHTPLUS 9000
PHASED ARRAY TORSO-PELVIS COIL
GE Catalog Part Number: M1087TP
USAI Part Number: 160101
Copyright © 2001 by USA Instruments, Inc.

USA INSTRUMENTS, INC. INSIGHTPLUS 9000 PHASED ARRAY TORSO-PELVIS COIL
REV B (06/21/01) SERVICE MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Damage in Transportation ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Section 1 – Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 6
1-1 Product Identification and Shipping List ........................................................................................................... 6
1-2 Compatibility ..................................................................................................................................................... 7
1-3 Related Documentation .................................................................................................................................... 7
1-4 Environmental Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 7
1-5 Theory of Operation.......................................................................................................................................... 7
Section 2 – Setup And Calibration ....................................................................................................................... 11
2-1 Coil Installation ............................................................................................................................................... 11
2-1-1 Special Install Notes ................................................................................................................................ 11
2-1-2 Installing the Coil...................................................................................................................................... 11
2-2 Installation Functional Checks........................................................................................................................ 11
2-3 Periodic Quality Assurance Check ................................................................................................................. 11
Section 3 – Functional Checks ............................................................................................................................. 12
3-1 Scanner Verification ....................................................................................................................................... 12
3-2 Coil Imaging Performance Verification ........................................................................................................... 12
3-2-1 Tools Required......................................................................................................................................... 12
3-2-2 Explanation of Procedure......................................................................................................................... 12
3-2-3 Signal Scan .............................................................................................................................................. 12
3-2-4 Noise Scan............................................................................................................................................... 14
3-2-5 SNR Image Analysis ................................................................................................................................ 16
3-3 External Cable Check..................................................................................................................................... 19
3-4 PIN Diodes Check .......................................................................................................................................... 19
3-5 Mechanical Hardware Check ......................................................................................................................... 19
3-6 Troubleshooting Tips ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Section 4 – Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................... 22
4-1 Coil Care......................................................................................................................................................... 22
4-2 Special Care Requirements ........................................................................................................................... 22
Section 5 – Replacement....................................................................................................................................... 23
5-1 External Cable Replacement.......................................................................................................................... 23
Section 6 – Renewal Parts .................................................................................................................................... 25
6-1 Field Replaceable Units.................................................................................................................................. 25
6-2 Other Replaceable Accessories ..................................................................................................................... 25
Section 7 – Appendix............................................................................................................................................. 26
7-1 SNR Data Sheet ............................................................................................................................................. 26
7-2 Schematic ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
7-3 Coil Configuration ........................................................................................................................................... 28
Revision History..................................................................................................................................................... 29
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SECTION 1 – INTRODUCTION
1-1 Product Identification and Shipping List

To identify the InsightPLUS 9000 Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil, refer to the coil label (as
shown in Figure 1).
Figure 1: Coil labels.
Figure 2 shows a picture of the InsightPLUS 9000 Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil.
Figure 2: The Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil.
SHIPPING LIST – TABLE 1-1

Box # Part Name GE Part # USAI Part # Qty
1 Coil 2298043-2 100189 1
1 Patient Comfort Pad (Anterior) E8800RB 150181 1
1 Patient Comfort Pad (Posterior) E8800RC 150182 1
1 Velcro Strap Set (attached to coil) E8800RA 150183 1
1 Operator’s Guide 2298043-7 770036 1
1 Service Manual 2298043-8 780019 1
2 Phantom Positioner Set 2298043-5 150225 1
3 SNR Phantom 2298043-4 150213 1
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1-2 Compatibility

This coil is compatible with the Signa HorizonTM and LX HorizonTM 1.5T.
1-3 Related Documentation
Operator’s Guide, GE Part Number 2298043-7.

Signa LX Service Methods CD, 2160623-1.
1-4 Environmental Requirements

Storage Requirements
Place the coil on the phantom positioner set. Loosely fasten the Velcro straps to secure the
coil on the phantom positioner set. The coil should then be stored in the scanner room. A
storage space of 39.4” (100 cm) x 21.3” (54 cm) x 12.6” (32 cm) is needed.
Dimensions
Anterior 29.7” x 19.9” x 2” (75.5 cm x 50.5 cm x 5.1 cm)
Posterior 34.5” x 33.7” x 1.8” (87.5 cm x 85.5 cm x 4.5 cm)
Phantom Diameter: 6.6” (16.8 cm), Length: 24.41” (62.0 cm)
Cable Length 64.2” (163 cm)
Weight
Anterior 6 lbs. (2.72 kg)
Posterior 10 lbs. (4.5 kg)
Phantom 32 lbs. (14.5 kg)
1-5 Theory of Operation

The block diagram of the Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil is shown in Figure 3. Figure 4 shows
the block diagram of the circuit layout. Also refer to the schematic in the Appendix. The
receive-only coil is designed to give optimum signal to noise ratio and uniform coverage of the
torso and pelvis regions, including the chest, abdomen and hip anatomy. The coil package
consists of anterior and posterior sections, which are positioned above and below the region of
interest. A maximum of two RF inputs, representing either the upper (TPUPPER) or lower
(TPLOWER) coils can be selected at a time (see Figures 5 and 6).
The coil is actively decoupled from the RF transmit coil during transmit by means of a RF
choking circuit or RF chokes. These RF chokes can be switched on actively or passively.
Some of the RF chokes are switched on passively using small-signal diodes. The small-signal
diodes are turned on by the induced RF voltage in the chokes, coupled from the transmit field
(passive coupling). Each small-signal diode is turned on when the induced RF voltage
reaches about 0.5 volt. Some chokes are switched on actively using pin diodes. The pin
diodes are turned on by a forward biasing DC current source supplied by the MRI system
(active decoupling). When either the pin diodes or the small-signal diodes are turned on, the
RF choking circuits become very high impedance blocks, compared to the other circuit
elements. These high impedance elements segregate the coil circuitry into several isolated
electrical segments, preventing any current flow in the coil circuit.
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Anterior Coil #1 Posterior Coil #1
Cable Trap Cable Trap Phase Correction
Phase Correction
Phase Correction
To MRI System
Cable Assembly
Phase Correction
Phase Correction
Figure 3: Block diagram of the coil.
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Feed Boards and Active Blocking

Active Blocking Circuits Circuits Feed Boards and
Active Blocking Circuits
Anterior Section
Phase Correction Board
Passive Blocking Circuits
Posterior Section
Feed Boards and

Feed Boards and Phase Connection Board

Passive Blocking Circuits
Figure 4: Block diagram of the circuit layout.
Preamp. 7
B13
Receiver 2
Preamp. 1
B1
Receiver 0
Preamp. 3
B5
Preamp. 5
B9
E2 E4 E6 E8
E1 E3 E5 E7 Preamp. 6
B11
Preamp. 4
B7
Preamp. 2
B3
Receiver 1
B15
Receiver 3
Active Element Inactive element
Figure 5: TPUPPER signal path.
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Preamp. 7
B13
Preamp. 1
B1
Preamp. 3
B5 Receiver 2
Preamp. 5
B9
Receiver 0
E2 E4 E6 E8
E1 E3 E5 E7 Preamp. 6
B11
Receiver 1
Preamp. 4
B7
Receiver 3
Preamp. 2
B3
B15
Active Element Inactive element
Figure 6: TPLOWER signal path.
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SECTION 2 – SETUP AND CALIBRATION
2-1 Coil Installation
2-1-1 Special Install Notes

The Phased Array Torso Pelvis Coil requires all eight (8) phased array preamplifiers to be
installed in the system. Refer to the system manuals for information on installing the
preamplifiers. Also, refer to instructions in the preamplifier kit (GE Part Number M1087CY).
If the coil will be used on more than one system, a preamplifier kit for each system must be
installed. However, ff the GE Peripheral Vascular Coil is already used on the system, then it is
not necessary to install the additional preamp kit.
2-1-2 Installing the Coil

The names for this coil are: TPUPPER and TPLOWER.
Add the coil using the Configuration File Manager. Refer to: Service Methods CD; System
Level Procedures; Software Utilities.
If the coil does not exist in the Coil Config File refer to the Adding New Coils to Config File
Manager procedure and use the coil configuration information in Section 7-3 of this manual.
2-2 Installation Functional Checks

1. Perform system level Signal to Noise Check. Refer to Service Methods CD; System Level
Procedures; Functional Checks; Signal to Noise Check.
2. Perform Section 3-2 Coil Imaging Performance Verification.
2-3 Periodic Quality Assurance Check

On a periodic basis, such as during planned maintenance, perform the quality assurance
checks as outlined below to ensure the coils is operating properly.
1. Check external cable for cracks or cuts.
2. Perform Section 3-2 Coil Imaging Performance Verification and record data values in Data
Sheet.
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SECTION 3 – FUNCTIONAL CHECKS
3-1 Scanner Verification

Perform system level Signal to Noise Check. Refer to Service Methods CD; System Level
Procedures; Functional Checks; Signal to Noise Check.
3-2 Coil Imaging Performance Verification
3-2-1 Tools Required

TOOLS REQUIRED – TABLE 3-2-1
Description GE Part # USAI Part # Qty
SNR Phantom 2298043-4 150213 1
Phantom Positioner Set 2298043-5 150225 1
3-2-2 Explanation of Procedure

The Torso Pelvis coil can be used in two modes of operation and has two coil names:
TPUPPER, and TPLOWER. SNR measurements must be made for each mode, requiring two
sets of signal and noise scans. Refer to the Data Sheet in Appendix 7-1 to understand the
data required to calculate the individual element SNR for each mode of operation. All ROI
measurements are made on the individual element images, not on the composite image.
The image quality check uses two different protocols for signal and noise image acquisition.
The signal scan is an FSE sequence used to minimize susceptibility and B0 inhomogeneity
effects. The noise scan is a GRE sequence that has a Control Variable (do_noise) to eliminate
the transmit RF completely during the scan. The signal scan must be run prior to the noise
scan as the R1, R2, and TG values from the signal scan are used for the noise scan.
3-2-3 Signal Scan

The following procedure is specific to the LX platform but can be easily adapted for 5.x
systems.
1. From the Scan Desktop, start new scan by selecting [New Pt]; set Patient ID to
“geservice” and Patient Weight to “111” pounds. Click [Patient Position] to open
protocols window.
2. Remove any other surface coils (if present) from the cradle.
3. Assemble the phantom set as follows: (1) place the lower section of the phantom
positioner on the posterior coil (see Step 1 of Figure 7); (2) place the phantom onto the
lower section of the phantom positioner (see Step 2 of Figure 7); (3) place the upper
section of the phantom positioner over the phantom (see Step 3 of Figure 7); (4) place the
anterior coil over the phantom positioner set and fasten with Velcro straps as shown in
Steps 4 and 5 of Figure 7. Be sure the anterior coil is aligned with the posterior coil.
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Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Figure 7: Assembling the

phantom positioner set.
4. At the magnet, press “Alignment Light” button to turn on the light. Move the cradle to
align the coil to the alignment marks as shown in Figure 8. Press “Landmark” button to
landmark the alignment.
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Figure 8: Coil landmarks.
5. Move the coil to scan position by pushing the “Move to Scan” button, ensuring cable
does not get snagged.
6. At the console, set the protocols per the Signal section from the Signal and Noise
Protocols – Table 3-2-4.
7. Click [Save Series] to download the protocols, then click [Prepare to Scan].
8. Open [Display CVs] menu under [Research Operations] (click right mouse button). Set
the “saveinter” CV to “1” (saves the intermediate images so ROI measurements can be
performed).
9. Run [Auto Prescan]. Record the R1, R2 and TG values on the SNR Data Sheet (found
in the Appendix).
10. Run [Scan].
3-2-4 Noise Scan

A signal scan must be run prior to the noise scan as the same R1, R2 and TG values must be
used for both the signal and noise scans. Do not run an Auto Prescan prior to the noise scan
as the values will be changed.
1. Copy the signal scan series. Use [Copy Series] (highlight signal series and click right
mouse button) and [Paste Series] in RX Manager.
2. Click [View Edit] and set the protocols per the Noise section from the Signal and Noise
Protocols – Table 3-2-4.
3. Click [Save Series] and click [Prepare to Scan].
4. Open [Display CVs] menu under [Research Operations]. Set the “saveinter”,
“rhformat”, and “do_noise” CVs to “1”.
5. Run [Manual Prescan], do not make any changes, and click [Done].
6. Run [Scan].
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SIGNAL AND NOISE PROTOCOLS – TABLE 3-2-4

Protocol Signal Value Noise Value
Patient/Exam Information
ID geservice geservice
Name TP Array TP Array
Patient Weight 111 lbs (50 kg) 111 lbs (50 kg)
Patient Position
Patient Position Supine Supine
Patient Entry Feet First Feet First
Coil TPUPPER or TPLOWER TPUPPER or TPLOWER
Series Description Signal Noise
Imaging Parameters
Plane Sagittal Sagittal
Mode 2D 2D
Pulse Seq FSE GRE
Imaging Options Variable Bandwidth, No Phase Wrap Variable Bandwidth, No Phase Wrap
PSD Name (leave blank) (leave blank)
Protocol (leave blank) (leave blank)
Scan Timing
# of Echoes 1 1
TE 17 minfull
TR 500 34
Echo Train Length/Flip Angle 4 1
Bandwidth 15.63 15.63
Additional Parameters (none) (none)
Acquisition Timing
Freq 256 256
Phase 256 256
NEX 2 2
Phase FOV 1 1
Freq DIR S/I S/I
Auto Center Freq Peak Peak
Autoshim On On
Phase Correct On On
Contrast Off Off
# of Reps B4 Pause 0 0
Scanning Range
FOV 38 38
Slice Thickness 3 3
Spacing 1.5 1.5
Start S/I 0 0
R/L Center 0 0
A/P Center A25 A25
End S/I 0 0
# Slices 1 1
Table Delta 0 0
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3-2-5 SNR Image Analysis

SNR Measurement
For the signal measurement, choose a rectangular ROI covering the appropriate section of the
phantom for the receiver channel being scanned. The rectangular ROI should be about 14000
mm2. ROIs are shown in Figures 9 through 13 below.
Figure 9: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 1 Figure 10: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 2

ROI ≈ 14000 mm
2
ROI ≈ 14000 mm
2
7.5 cm A-P 19.5cm S-I. 7.5 cm A-P 19.5cm S-I.
Figure 11: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 3 Figure 12: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 4

ROI ≈ 14000 mm
2
ROI ≈ 14000 mm
2
7.5 cm A-P 19.5 cm S-I. 7.5 cm A-P 19.5 cm S-I.
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Figure 13: Noise ROI ≈ 118000 mm .

2
The SNR shall be calculated using the signal-to-noise ratios of the individual receiver
channels. Individual receiver SNR is defined as the mean of data within the signal ROI divided
by the standard deviation of data within the noise ROI:
Note: The SNR calculation uses the MEAN of the signal image and STANDARD DEVIATION
of the noise image.
Individual Element Performance

Examples of typical Receiver Images are shown in Figures 14 through 18 below:
Figure 14: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 1. Figure 15: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 2.
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Figure 16: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 3. Figure 17: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 4.
Figure 18: Composite.
SNR Specification
The SNR measurements must be greater than or equal to the following specifications:
SNR SPECIFICATIONS – TABLE 3-2-5

CH0 CH1 CH2 CH3
TPUPPER 227.3 175.6 205.4 245.8
TVLOWER 192.9 186.3 212.0 211.1
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3-3 External Cable Check

PIN Diode Check from the Connector:
Step 1 – Select the Diode Test function on the multi-meter.
Step 2 – Using Figure 19 and External Cable Expected Readings – Table 3-3 below for the
correct pin locations, connect the negative multi-meter lead to the connector pin on Row A and
connect the positive multi-meter lead to the connector pin on Row B.
Step 3 – The reading on the digital multi-meter should be 1.05 ± 0.15 volts. If the reading is
below 0.9 volts, either the output cable is shorted or one of the pin diodes on the feed board
and the PIN diode board is defective. If the reading is above 1.20 volts, either the output cable
or the DC wires are open.
EXTERNAL CABLE EXPECTED READINGS – TABLE 3-3

Coil Element Number Positive Lead Connection Negative Lead Connection Voltage Reading
Anterior Coil #1 (L1) 13B 13A 1.05 ± 0.15
Posterior Coil #1 (S1) 15B 15A 1.05 ± 0.15
15 1
B
A
15 1
Figure 19: 30-pin Bendix connector.
3-4 PIN Diodes Check

Same as External Cable Check.
3-5 Mechanical Hardware Check

None.
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3-6 Troubleshooting Tips

When troubleshooting the coil, refer to the typical Receiver Images shown in Figures 14
through 18 in Section 3-2-5 SNR Image Analysis.
Symptom #1: The system reports a coil fault during prescan or does not recognize the coil
connection to the system when selected in the software.
Probable Cause Suggested Actions Resolution

Engage connector and try the
The coil connector has scan again. Make sure the
become disconnected Check to make sure the coil connector indicator light on the patient
from the system is fully engaged. table turns green with the
interface. proper coil selected on the
console.
From inside the coil, check the PIN
diodes using a DVM. Use diode mode
for forward-bias measurements and
One or more PIN diodes resistance mode for reverse-bias
Replace the coil.
have failed. measurements. Note that there should
be no reverse-bias leakage. Bad PIN
diodes are usually shorted or exhibit
reverse-bias leakage current.
If a short or open is observed,
There is a DC short or
Check the coil and associated DC paths check the output cable by
open somewhere within
with a DVM, in both diode check and itself (see below). If the cable
the DC path inside the
resistance modes. and PIN diodes are okay, then
coil.
replace the coil.
Disconnect the cable at the coil and
check each coaxial line with a DVM
(resistance). Try moving and twisting
The output cable has a the cable as you watch the meter to find
Replace the coil.
short or an open. any intermittent connections. Inspect
the center pins of the SMB and Bendix
connections for wear and proper
engagement into the mating connection.
There is a problem with Check to ensure the correct DC bias is
the DC bias from the being provided to the coil during
system interface or the transmit and receive per GEMS System Correct MRI system problem.
coil ID circuitry. Service Manual. Try a similar 2-channel
coil to see if the same problem occurs
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Symptom #2: The coil does not pass SNR tests or exhibits poor image quality on patient
scans.
Probable Cause Suggested Actions Resolution

Look at the uncombined images to
determine which channel has the
problem. Compare the noise standard
deviation measurements between
channels and system performance
One or more of the coil logs; they should be approximately the
channels has a high same. Replace the coil.
noise level.
Try swapping preamplifiers between

channels to see if the problem follows
the preamp. If it does, then the
preamplifier is bad.
Look at the uncombined images to
determine which channel has the
One or more of the coil
problem. Compare signal mean Replace the coil.
channels has low signal.
measurements between channels and
system performance logs.
Window and level the images down to If padding or changing the
look at the background for signs of phantom position can minimize
Excessive ghosting is ghosting. Try padding the phantom in ghosting, then the problem is
causing the noise std. the holder. Try running the scan caused by excessive vibration
dev. measurements to without the phantom holder to see if the elsewhere in the system. If the
be artificially high. ghosting diminishes. Try turning off the ghosting is not symptomatic of
cold heads to see if the ghosting is phantom positioning or
vibration-related. padding, then replace the coil.
There is a problem with Check to ensure the correct DC bias is
the DC bias from the being provided to the coils during Correct MRI system DC bias
system interface or the transmit and receive per GEMS System problem.
coil ID circuitry. Service Manual.
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SECTION 4 – MAINTENANCE
4-1 Coil Care
WARNING
Detach the coil connector from the scanner before attempting to clean the coil. Do not
touch the connectors with bare fingers. Never press a sharp object against the surface
of the connector. Do not reattach the connector after cleaning the coil until the coil has
dried completely. Electric shock may result if the coil is attached to the system during
cleaning or when it is wet.
CAUTION
Do not spray or pour cleaning solution directly on the coil. Do not submerge the coil in
the solution. The coil contains sensitive electronic components that could be damaged
by the solution. The coil cannot be sterilized and should be cleaned only according to
the procedure outlined in this section.
The following solutions are recommended for the coil and pad surfaces: (1) a ten percent
bleach solution (some discoloration may occur), (2) one ounce commercial dishwashing liquid
mixed with one gallon of water or (3) warm water. Apply cleaning solution to a soft cotton cloth
and proceed to clean. The user place a cotton sheet over the coil before positioning the
patient to prevent soiling of the coil. If the coil is soiled, clean the coil as described above.
4-2 Special Care Requirements

Prior to returning a coil for service, use a ten percent bleach solution (as described above) to
eliminate risk of exposure to potentially infectious materials.
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SECTION 5 – REPLACEMENT
Simple removals that are clearly obvious are not described here.
Unless otherwise noted, the steps for re-assembly are simply the reverse order of the steps
described for disassembly.
5-1 External Cable Replacement

The following procedure applies to both the Anterior and Posterior Coils.
Step 1 – Remove the coil cover.
Step 2 – Remove the aluminum screws that hold down the two (2) O-ring connectors
containing the DC lines.
Step 3 – Disconnect the SMB plugs on the cable end from the interface boards.
Step 4 – Remove the old cable assembly.
Step 5 – Fix a new cable assembly to the coil by connecting the four (4) SMB plugs to the
corresponding receptacles on the interface boards.
Step 6 – Reattach the O-ring connectors to the PCB using the aluminum screw previously
removed.
Step 7 – Close the coil cover.
O-Ring Connector (1 of 2)
Containing DC Line SMB Plugs (1 through 4)
O-Ring Connector (1of 2)

Containing DC Lines
Figure 20: Posterior coil cable assembly.
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SMB Plugs (1 through 4) O-Ring Connector (1 of 2)

Containing DC Line
O-Ring Connector (1 of 2)
Connecting DC Line
Figure 21: Anterior coil cable assembly.
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SECTION 6 – RENEWAL PARTS
6-1 Field Replaceable Units
FIELD REPLACEABLE UNITS – TABLE 6-1

Part Name GE Part # USAI Part #
Coil 2298043-2 100189
Cable Asembly 2298043-3 110091
SNR Phantom 2298043-4 150213
Phantom Positioner Set 2298043-5 150225
6-2 Other Replaceable Accessories
OTHER REPLACEABLE ACCESSORIES LIST – TABLE 6-2

Part Name GE Part # USAI Part #
Patient Comfort Pad (Anterior) E8800RB 150181
Patient Comfort Pad (Posterior) E8800RC 150182
Velcro Strap Set E8800RA 150183
Coil Shipping Container Set 150279
Phantom Shipping Container Set 150280
Figure 22: Parts of the coil.
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SECTION 7 – APPENDIX
7-1 SNR Data Sheet

Use the table provided below to record the calculated signal to noise ratio (SNR) data obtained
from the Functional Checks section.
Date Comments
Signal Noise Spec

Mode R1 R2 T1 Channel SNR
Mean Std Dev Limit
TPUPPER 0 227.3
1 175.6
2 205.4
3 245.8
TPLOWER 0 192.9
1 186.3
2 212.0
3 211.1
Date Comments
Signal Noise Spec

Mean Std Dev Limit
TPUPPER 0 227.3
1 175.6
2 205.4
3 245.8
TPLOWER 0 192.9
1 186.3
2 212.0
3 211.1
Date Comments
Signal Noise Spec

Mean Std Dev Limit
TPUPPER 0 227.3
1 175.6
2 205.4
3 245.8
TPLOWER 0 192.9
1 186.3
2 212.0
3 211.1
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7-2 Schematic
Passive Active
Blocking Blocking
Circuit Circuit
Anterior Coil Element 1
Output Cable
Passive Active
Blocking Blocking
Circuit Circuit
Posterior Coil Element 1
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7-3 Coil Configuration
Parameter Modes
Coil Name TPUPPER TPLOWER
Coil Type 3 3
Extremity Coil no no
Cable Loss 1.05 1.05
Coil Loss 1.72 1.72
Recon Scale Factor 1 1
Linear vrs Quadrature 1 1
Multiple Receiver Coil? yes yes
Number of Receivers 4 4
Starting Receiver ID 0 0
Ending Receiver ID 3 3
Multi-Coil Port Enable 9 6
Multi-Coil Port Error Enable 9 6
Additional Transmit Attenuation 0 0
Number of Fast Receivers 0 0
Starting Fast Receiver ID 4 4
Ending Fast Receiver ID 4 4
Start TA Value 90 90
Start RG Value 12 12
Multi-Coil Recon Enable 0 0
Head Default Freq. Direction 0 0
SCIC Axial 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05
SCIC Saggital 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05
SCIC Coronal 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05 1.5 0.35 0.2 5.0 128 0.2 1.05
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REVISION HISTORY
Rev Date Author Primary Reason for Change
A 06/11/01 Reva Zaretsky First Issue
B 06/21/01 Reva Zaretsky Revisions Requested by GE
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SERVICE MANUAL

GE Catalog Part Number: M1087TP

USAI Part Number: 160101

Copyright © 2001 by USA Instruments, Inc.

Language Policy For Service Documentation (Dir. 2128126)

§ This service manual is available in English only.

§ Ce manuel de maintenance n’est disponible qu’en anglais.

§ Dieses kundendienst-handbuch existiert nur in englischer sprache.

§ Este manual de servicio sólo existe en inglés.

§ Este manual de assistência técnica só se encontra disponível em inglês.

§ Il presente manuale di manutenzione è disponibile soltanto in inglese.

Damage in Transportation ...................................................................................................................................... 2

1-1 Product Identification and Shipping List

Figure 1: Coil labels.

Figure 2: The Phased Array Torso-Pelvis Coil.

SHIPPING LIST – TABLE 1-1

1-4 Environmental Requirements

1-5 Theory of Operation

Anterior Coil #1 Posterior Coil #1

Cable Trap Cable Trap Phase Correction

Anterior Coil #2 Posterior Coil #2

Cable Trap Cable Trap Phase Correction

Cable Trap Cable Trap Phase Correction

Anterior Coil #4 Posterior Coil #4

Cable Trap Cable Trap Phase Correction

Figure 3: Block diagram of the coil.

Feed Boards and Active Blocking

Phase Correction Board

Passive Blocking Circuits

Feed Boards and

Feed Boards and Phase Connection Board

Passive Blocking Circuits

Figure 4: Block diagram of the circuit layout.

Figure 5: TPUPPER signal path.

Active Element Inactive element

Figure 6: TPLOWER signal path.

SECTION 2 – SETUP AND CALIBRATION

2-1 Coil Installation

2-1-1 Special Install Notes

2-1-2 Installing the Coil

2-2 Installation Functional Checks

2-3 Periodic Quality Assurance Check

SECTION 3 – FUNCTIONAL CHECKS

3-1 Scanner Verification

3-2 Coil Imaging Performance Verification

3-2-1 Tools Required

3-2-2 Explanation of Procedure

3-2-3 Signal Scan

Figure 7: Assembling the

Figure 8: Coil landmarks.

3-2-4 Noise Scan

SIGNAL AND NOISE PROTOCOLS – TABLE 3-2-4

3-2-5 SNR Image Analysis

Figure 9: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 1 Figure 10: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 2

7.5 cm A-P 19.5cm S-I. 7.5 cm A-P 19.5cm S-I.

Figure 11: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 3 Figure 12: TP Upper/Lower Receiver 4

7.5 cm A-P 19.5 cm S-I. 7.5 cm A-P 19.5 cm S-I.