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ASTROPHYSICS INC. X-Ray Imaging System User’s Manual Revision A
Revision A For XIS Application Software 1.0.x and 2.0.x Document Number QM-75-13-01 Revision A.2 November 2007
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DOCUMENT INFORMATION DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION TITLE DESCRIPTION REVISION RELEASE
XIS User’s Manual User’s manual for the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging Systems. A November 2007
REVISION HISTORY REV
AUTHOR
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F.Tamura
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F.Tamura
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F.Tamura F.Tamura
DESCRIPTION Rewrite of XIS Operator’s manual for Software Rev 1.0.0.4. Combined all XIS model manuals into a single common manual.. Updated for XIS with LCD monitors, XIS Software Rev. 2.01 Renamed User’s Manual Rev A Added Screener Assist info, back belt info Added XIS 100XDV Description
CHANGES All chapters, All chapters Chapter 4 Chapter 9
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW This manual is an operator’s guide for the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System with XIS Application Software 2.0.x* and 1.0.x*. It provides detailed instructions on using the following Astrophysics XIS systems: • Astrophysics XIS 5335 • Astrophysics XIS 5335-S • Astrophysics XIS 6545 • Astrophysics XIS 7858 • Astrophysics XIS 100X • Astrophysics XIS 100DX Although they vary in x-ray tunnel size and image resolution, each member of the above XIS Product Family behaves and operates essentially the same. The discussions and instructions in this manual apply to all members of the above XIS Product Family.
INTENDED AUDIENCE This manual is intended for all operators of the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging Systems including regular and supervisory users. It assumes that the operator is next to the XIS system and that it is ready for use.
Notes * XIS Application Software Version 1.0.x is inclusive of 1.0.1 through 1.0.9 (i.e. Version 1.0.1, Version 1.0.2, Version 1.0.3 etc.) XIS Application Software Version 2.0.x is inclusive of 2.0.1 through 2.0.9.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS LIST OF FIGURES .................................................................................................................................... 4 LIST OF TABLES...................................................................................................................................... 4 CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL........................................................................................... 5 CHAPTER 1 - SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................... 6 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................. 6 SAFETY FEATURES ..................................................................................................................................... 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................................................... 9 U.S. FEDERAL HEALTH AND SAFETY REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ......................................................... 10 LOCAL REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ......................................................................................................... 10 FACILITY SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................... 10 CHAPTER 2 - PRODUCT SUPPORT........................................................................................................ 11 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 11 PRODUCT WARRANTY .............................................................................................................................. 11 TECHNICAL SUPPORT, FIELD SERVICE, AND TRAINING........................................................................... 11 REQUESTING PRODUCT ASSISTANCE ...................................................................................................... 11 ASTROPHYSICS BUSINESS CONTACT INFORMATION ............................................................................... 12 CHAPTER 3 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... 13 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 13 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 13 XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS ............................................................................................................ 17 CHAPTER 4 – USING THE ASTROPHYSICS XIS .................................................................................. 19 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 19 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 19 SYSTEM STARTUP PROCEDURES................................................................................................. 19 LOGIN PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................ 21 X-RAY IMAGE SCREENING PROCEDURES................................................................................... 24 SCREENER ASSIST ..................................................................................................................................... 48 THE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY ..................................................................................................................... 50 THE FOOT MAT SWITCH........................................................................................................................... 50 CHAPTER 5 - THE ADVANCE OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL – REVISION 2 ................................ 51 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2 AOCP REV 2
KEY-SWITCH Æ TURNING THE XIS ON .............................................................. 52 KEY-SWITCH Æ TURNING THE XIS OFF ............................................................. 54 EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON ................................................................................. 55 STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS .................................................................................... 56 DUAL FUNCTION BUTTONS.................................................................................... 57 CONVEYOR CONTROLS - [LEFT], [STOP], AND [RIGHT]................................ 58 NUMERIC BUTTONS ................................................................................................. 60 SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS ................................................................................ 61 IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS ............................................................................ 63 ZOOM & SCREEN CONTRAST CONTROL BUTTONS ......................................... 65
CHAPTER 6 – THE ASTROPHYSICS TIP SYSTEM .............................................................................. 66 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 66 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 66 TIP PROCEDURES - USING TIP WITH THE XIS ............................................................................. 68 TIP PROCEDURES - HELPFUL HINTS ............................................................................................ 69 CHAPTER 7 - CBT OPERATION .............................................................................................................. 74 XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 74 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 74 CHAPTER 8 -THE XIS SUPERVISOR ...................................................................................................... 76 CHAPTER OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................... 76 XIS SUPERVISOR ..................................................................................................................................... 76 TO ADD, EDIT, DELETE USER NAME LOGIN ACCOUNT PROCEDURES .................................................. 76 CHAPTER 9 - THE XIS 100XDV DUAL VIEW SYSTEM...................................................................... 85 APPENDIX A- SOME GUIDELINES ON WHAT CAN BE X-RAYED................................................... 97 APPENDIX B - QUICK STARTUP GUIDE............................................................................................... 98 APPENDIX C – ABBREVIATIONS AND GLOSSARY ......................................................................... 102 APPENDIX D – XKEYPAD OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL .............................................................. 103 APPENDIX E – AOCP REVISION 1........................................................................................................ 104 AOCP REV 1 - EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON ................................................................................. 105 AOCP REV 1 - STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS .................................................................................... 105 AOCP REV 1 - KEY-SWITCH ........................................................................................................... 106 AOCP REV 1 - CONVEYOR CONTROL KEYS [LEFT], [STOP], AND [RIGHT ............................. 107 AOCP REV 1 - NUMERIC BUTTONS ............................................................................................... 108 AOCP REV 1 - SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS................................................................................ 109 AOCP REV 1 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS......................................................................... 110 AOCP REV 1 - ZOOM & SCREEN BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS...................................... 111 APPENDIX F – SCREEN MENU MAP.................................................................................................... 112 INDEX ....................................................................................................................................................... 113
LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 – XIS Safety Features.................................................................................................................. 8 Figure 2 - Please Log In Screen ............................................................................................................ 20 Figure 3 - X-ray Imaging Screen ............................................................................................................. 27 Figure 4 - B/W Images Adjustment Comparison..................................................................................... 44 Figure 5 - Color Image Adjustment Comparison..................................................................................... 46 Figure 6 - Foot Mat Switch ...................................................................................................................... 50 Figure 7 – AOCP Rev 2 - Advance Operator Control Panel – Keyboard Layout...................................... 52 Figure 8 - Add New User Screen ............................................................................................................ 77 Figure 9 - System Information Screen .................................................................................................... 82 Figure 10 - Report Generation Screen.................................................................................................... 83 Figure 11 - Tip Report Screen ................................................................................................................ 84 Figure 12 - Screen Menu Map .............................................................................................................. 112
LIST OF TABLES Table Table Table Table Table Table
1 2 3 4 5 6
– XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................15 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS ..................................................................................17 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTION AVAILABILITY...............................................................18 - XIS IMAGE COLORATION SCHEMA .................................................................................30 – LIST OF COMMON Z-NUMBERS......................................................................................32 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR STOPPED.........................................42
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Table 7 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR RUNNING ........................................43 Table 1 – XIS 100XDV Technical Specifications ..............................................................................87
CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL Throughout this manual, the Astrophysics Inc. X-ray Imaging System is generically referred to as the XIS. Operator console buttons are specified in “square” (“[“, “]”) brackets. For example, the STOP button on the operator console is represented as [STOP]
IMPORTANT NOTICE Very important notices are highlighted by the “IMPORTANT NOTICE” text box. These messages involve critical safety issues and deserve special attention.
Important operational information is highlighted in yellow.
Key step-by-step procedures are highlighted by a tan background. The Operator Control Panel has a Cirque Glidepoint ™ Touchpad. The Touchpad replaces the standard PC computer “mouse”. The touchpad allows users to simply glide a finger over the touchpad surface and gently tap to perform input functions. Double tapping the touchpad is equivalent to clicking the left PC mouse button in the Microsoft Windows Operating System. This manual may refer to selecting and “clicking” on an icon, textbox, or other object on the screen. In this case, the instruction to “click” refers to double tapping the touchpad.
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CHAPTER 1 - SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT The Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System produces and uses ionizing x-ray radiation. Xrays can be harmful to human health. They cannot be directly detected by any of the human senses. Please exercise the utmost safety and read this ENTIRE manual before using the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System.
Chapter Overview This chapter provides important safety information on operating the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS). It is intended for all users of the XIS.
Safety Features The Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (hereinafter referred to as the XIS) has many safety features to protect the operator and others including: •
Lead shielded construction to minimize radiation leakage.
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Lead fabric curtains at the inspection tunnel openings to help block scattered x-rays from escaping the tunnel.
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Interlock switches that stops (power off) the x-ray generator and conveyor belt when an access panel is opened or removed.
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Steel frame and heavy gauge steel panels that reduce any residual external x-ray radiation emissions.
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Infrared Photocells inside the inspection tunnels that senses when objects entering and exiting the inspection tunnel. The x-ray generator is activated only for the minimum amount of time necessary to image items traversing the inspection tunnel.
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Emergency Stop switches that can be pressed to immediately stop (power off) the x-ray generator and the conveyor belt.
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Green Power-ON LED lamps at each end of the x-ray tunnel and on the control panel to indicate when the system is powered on and ready for use. A Power-ON LED light is also located on the main operator control panel.
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Red warning X-ray ON LED lamps at each end of the x-ray tunnel and on the control panel to indicate when x-rays are being generated. An X-ray ON LED light is also located on the main operator control panel.
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Circuit breakers that disconnect power from the main AC input into the XIS if the unit becomes overloaded.
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A key-switch that requires that a key be inserted and turned to the “ON” position to power up and operate the XIS unit.
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An optional foot-mat switch that requires the continuous presence of an operator, manning the controls, while the conveyor and x-ray generator are being used.
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Password protected access to the application software.
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Prominent labels that warns users to not insert any part of their body when the x-rays are produced.
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The diagrams describes identifies the various safety feature on a typical Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System.
Figure 1 – XIS Safety Features
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Safety Precautions The Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS) is designed to be safe and easy to use. However, all major electromechanical devices can be hazardous and should be treated with care and respect. When operating the XIS, follow the safety precautions below: •
Do NOT operate the unit outdoors. The XIS must be protected from moisture, precipitation, and extremes of temperature.
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Connect the unit to a well grounded power outlet. The XIS requires a reliable protective earth ground to operate.
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Do NOT operate the unit when the x-ray curtains are torn or missing.
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Do NOT allow anyone to sit on or ride the conveyor.
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Clear the x-ray tunnel of all items before starting the unit.
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Do NOT insert any part of the body into the inspection tunnel while x-rays are energized. Avoid all unnecessary radiation exposures. If an item becomes jammed in the inspection tunnel, either (1) press [STOP], or (2) press the Emergency Stop button , or (3) turn the main AC switch to the OFF position, or (4) turn the key-switch to the OFF position BEFORE attempting to clear the tunnel.
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If required, post appropriate signs around the XIS to warn people that they are in the vicinity of a device that produces and uses x-ray radiation.
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Check the Power ON and the X-ray ON lights for proper operation before screening items. The Power ON light becomes lit when the key-switch is turned to the ON position. The X-ray ON light will momentarily turn on and off when the conveyor belt is just started. The X-ray ON light becomes lit again when the x-ray generator is producing x-rays for imaging. This occurs when objects are carried through the x-ray tunnel by the conveyor.
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The XIS internally uses high voltages. All cover panels must be closed and securely fastened before system operation.
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Keep fingers away from the edges of the conveyor belt and end rollers.
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Do NOT allow the entry of open containers of liquid into the inspection tunnel.
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If a threatening object is identified, follow the procedures established at your facility for handling such objects
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The XIS is recognized by the U.S. FDA as a cabinet x-ray device. The XIS should ONLY be installed, relocated, and serviced by an Astrophysics certified technician. There are no user serviceable parts inside the machine. If you need product support, contact the Astrophysics Customer Service Department. See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section on page 10 of this manual for the address and telephone number.
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U.S. Federal Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance The XIS is classified as a Cabinet X-ray Device by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It complies with U.S. Federal Health and Safety Regulations including: •
U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health and Human Services, Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 Section 1020.40, Radiological Health Standards for Cabinet X-Ray Systems;
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U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Section 108.17, Use of X-ray Systems; and
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U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, Code of Federal Regulations Title 14. Section 129.26, Use of X-ray Systems.
Local Regulatory Compliance Local radiation safety requirements differ significantly from one jurisdiction to another. •
Some jurisdictions require the registration of x-ray producing equipment PRIOR to their usage.
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Many jurisdictions and companies require an initial and annual radiation safety surveys.
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Many jurisdictions and companies require that employees wear personal dosimeters to measure any occupational exposure to ionizing radiation.
XIS users are responsible for their compliance with all applicable Federal, state, and local laws. Failure to comply may result in substantial penalties.
Facility Safety During security screening operations you may identify hazardous contraband, weapons, explosives, and other threats in the bags, packages, and articles that you are examining with your XIS. Plan ahead. Have your facility security manager prepare clear and concise instructions for handling these situations. Be prepared to follow them.
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CHAPTER 2 - PRODUCT SUPPORT
Chapter Overview This chapter provides product support, warranty, training, and business contact information for Astrophysics Inc. This information is intended for the all users of the XIS.
Product Warranty Per the terms of your sales contract, Astrophysics Inc. warrants the XIS to be free of defects for the warranty period. Under the parts warranty, Astrophysics Inc. will replace defective parts that are returned freight prepaid to Astrophysics Inc. within the warranty period. Astrophysics Inc. shall not be liable for other consequential, economic, or contingent damages. The parts warranty does not apply to any parts or material that has been damaged as a result of accident, misuse, neglect, improper installation or operation in a manner not set forth by this manual.
Technical Support, Field Service, and Training Astrophysics offers the following support services for your XIS: • Onsite and Factory Operator Training Courses • Onsite and Factory Maintenance and Troubleshooting Courses • Telephone, Virtual Internet, and E-Mail Technical Support • Warranty Service • Time and Material (Cost) Service • Radiation Leakage Measurement Service • Software Maintenance Update Agreement • Preventive Maintenance Agreements For further information on the above services please call the Astrophysics Customer Service Department. See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section on the following page for the telephone number.
Requesting Product Assistance If you have a problem with your XIS, please call the Astrophysics Customer Service Department See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section below for the telephone number. Please have the following information available when you call: 1. The Model and Serial Number of your XIS system, Note: The Serial Number of the XIS is usually located under the conveyor bed next to AC power cord connection.
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2. A description of the problem and any error messages that were displayed. Please note the circumstances that preceded your problem. 3. Your contact information including: • • • • •
Your Name (or the name of someone who we can call back) Your Company’s Name Your Telephone number Your E-Mail address Your (shipping) Address
Astrophysics Business Contact Information For technical support or to order accessories and replacement parts, contact Astrophysics Inc. at:
ASTROPHYSICS CONTACT INFORMATION Astrophysics Inc. 21481 Ferrero Parkway City of Industry, California 91789-5233 United States Telephone: (909) 598-5488 Fax: (909) 598-5466 Web Page: www.astrophysicsinc.com E-Mail:
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CHAPTER 3 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
Chapter Overview This chapter is an overview of the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System and its technical specifications.
Introduction The XIS is a sophisticated computer based dual energy** x-ray imaging system for screening baggage and cargo.. X-ray imaging allows the internal inspection of enclosed items without the need for opening the enclosing container. The XIS thus provides fast unobtrusive inspection of hand carried bags, packages, and other articles. It is designed to meet the screening needs of airport security checkpoints, court houses, prisons, corporate mailrooms and other areas requiring controlled access. The XIS combines simplicity of operation with state of the arts image clarity and resolution. This manual covers the following Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System models: • XIS 5335 • XIS 5335-S • XIS 6545 • XIS 6545-SC • XIS 7858 • XIS 100X • XIS 100XD Each member of this XIS Product Family shares the following attributes: • A common hardware design with common components, • A common operating system with common operating features, and • A common set of operating instructions. Although the different XIS models vary in x-ray tunnel size (which sets the size of largest bag or package that the system can inspect) and image resolution, each member of the above XIS Product Family nevertheless behaves and operates essentially the same. The discussions and instructions in this manual apply to all members of the above XIS Product Family except where noted. XIS 100X-DV (Dual View) System The XIS 100X-DV is a dual x-ray generator (all other XIS models have only one x-ray generator), dual x-ray view imaging system. For additional and specific information on operating the XIS 100X-DV, please refer to Chapter 9.
** Dual Energy – The XIS measures, and compares the transmission of High Energy (high frequency) and Low Energy (low frequency) x-rays through items that are being imaged. From this comparison, the XIS is able to determine approximate material composition. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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XIS Product Line
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XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS XIS 5335
XIS 5335-S
LANGUAGES SUPPORTED
XIS 6545
XIS 7858
XIS 100x
English Chinese Arabic (Other languages supported on special request)
IMAGING SPECIFICATIONS
Wire Resolution Sensitivity Steel Penetration
40 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 10 mm guaranteed 12 mm typical
Contrast
40 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 29 mm guaranteed 31 mm typical
42 AWG 42 AWG guaranteed guaranteed 1 mm 1 mm 29 mm 29 mm guaranteed guaranteed 31 mm typical 31 mm typical 4096 gray levels with 24 distinct visible levels as measured with step wedge
36 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 22 mm guaranteed 24 mm typical
IMAGING FEATURES Up to 32x Zoom In Image Magnification
Image Magnification Z-Number Image Archive Material Classification Color / B/W Imaging Contrast Adjustments
On-demand Z-number display Automatic storage and on-demand retrieval of last 20,000+ images Automatic identification and colorization of Organic / Inorganic materials Single monitor Dual monitors: (Optional Dual Monitor) Selectable Separate Color Monitor & B/W Monitor Color & B/W Imaging on-demand Simple 11 Step Density Imaging Adjustment
X-RAY TUNNEL DIMENSIONS
Height
35 cm (14 in)
35 cm (14 in)
Width
53 cm (21 in)
53 cm (21 in)
45.1 cm (17.8 in) 65 cm (21 in)
57.5 cm (22.6 in) 77.5 cm (30.5 in)
101.6 cm (40.0 in) 101.6 cm (40.0 in)
X-RAY GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
X-ray Tube Voltage X-ray Tube Current Cooling Duty Cycle Beam Direction
90 KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 84 K Vp 0.8 mA
160KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 148 KVp
0.7 mA
Maintenance free sealed oil bath with convection cooling and fan assisted ventillation 100% Vertically upward
Table 1 – XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) XIS 5335
XIS 5335-S
XIS 6545
XIS 7858
XIS 100x
512 High Energy & 512 Low Energy
512 High Energy & 512 Low Energy
640 High Energy & 640 Low Energy L-Shape array
832 High Energy & 832 Low Energy
1152 High Energy & 1152 Low Energy
X-RAY DETECTORS
Number Geometry RADIATION SAFETY
0.2 mR typical ISO 1600 / 33 DIN (or slower speed) film safe
Dose Per Pass Film Safety ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
110-120 VAC 15 Amp (max) 220-240 VAC 10 Amp (max) Inline AC Noise Filters
110 VAC 220 VAC Filtering PHYSCIAL DIMENSIONS
Overall Height
Approx 400 Kg (880 lbs) Approx 525 Kg (1160 lbs) 123 cm (48.5 in)
Approx 500 Kg (1100 lbs) Approx 553 Kg (1220 lbs) 123 cm (48.5 in)
Approx 590 Kg ( 1298 lbs) Approx 761 Kg (1680 lbs) 131 cm (51.5 in)
Overall Width Overall Length
76.2 cm (30.0 in) 132 cm (52.0 in)
76.2 cm (30.0 in) 132 cm (52.0 in)
87.3 cm (34.4 in) 252.7 cm (99.5 in)
Height Speed Bag Screening Capacity
73.7 cm (29.0 in)
73.7 cm (29.0 in)
Load Capacity
140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 27.9 cm (11.0 in)
140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 27.9 cm (11.0 in)
140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 64.8 cm (25.5 in)
140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 66.0 cm (26.0 in)
200 kg ( 441 lb) Distributed load 100 cm (39.4 in)
27.9 cm (11.0 in)
27.9 cm (11.0 in)
64.8 cm (25.5 in)
66.0 cm (26.0 in)
100 cm (39.4 in)
Weight (uncrated) Weight (crated)
Approx 1250 Kg (2750 lbs) Approx 1361 Kg (3000 lbs) 145 cm (57.0 in) 112 cm (44.0 in) 284 cm (112 in)
Approx 1400 Kg (3090 lbs) Approx 1361 Kg (3000 lb) 196 cm (77.2 in) 137 cm (54.0 in) 418 cm (163 in)
CONVEYOR SPECIFICATIONS
Std entry bed length Standard exit bed length
73.2 cm (28.8 in) 73.2 cm (28.8 in) 76 cm (29.9 in) 13.7 m/min (45 ft / min) Approx 24 20” (0.5m) wide bags per min with a 2” (0.8cm) interbag spacing
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 5o C to 40 o C (32 o F to 104 o F) 5% to 85% Non-condensing atmosphere
Temperature Relative Humidity PC CONFIGURATION
Intel 2 Core Duo (E6000 Series) or faster 1GB or greater Microsoft Windows XP™ or later release
CPU RAM Operating System
ATI Chipset with 256 Mb Video RAM or greater
Video LCD Displays
One standard (Dual monitors are optional) 43.2 cm (17 In) diagonal flicker free LCD displays. Automatic brightness and contrast adjustment
Disk Storage UPS Protection XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
Dual 43.2 cm (17 In) diagonal, flicker free monitors. Color and B/W display with automatic brightness and contrast adjustment 80 GB or greater capacity Line Interactive UPS
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XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) XIS Accessories and Options The XIS product line can be customized for specific applications and environments with the addition of following options and accessories. To order these options, please call the Astrophysics Sales department. Contact information for the Astrophysics Sales Department is located in the Astrophysics Business Contact Information Section of this manual.
OPTIONAL FEATURE
DESCRIPTION
Entry Roller Extension Table
The Entry Roller Extension Table adjoins the entry end of the XIS. It allows more space for users to prepare items for entry into the x-ray tunnel.
Exit Roller Extension Table
The Exit Roller Extension Table adjoins the exit end of the XIS. It protects items from immediately dropping to the floor when they exit the x-ray tunnel.
Mobility Kit
The Mobility Kit replaces the small plastic caster wheels on the frame with larger rubber wheels. The rubber wheels allow easier movement of the XIS units.
Foot-Mat Switch
The Foot Mat Switch insures that an operator is manning the XIS when conveyor and x-ray generators are running. Many organizations and jurisdictions require the usage of an operator presence control device, like the foot mat switch, when using equipment that produces ionizing radiation.
Constant Voltage Stabilizer
The Constant Voltage Stabilizer (CVS) is an external device that protects the sensitive electronics in the XIS from momentary damaging spikes and sags in electrical power. The CVS is placed between the incoming wall power outlet and the XIS system. The CVS plugs into the wall outlet and the XIS plugs into the CVS.
TIP Software
TIP refers to Threat Insertion Projection. The TIP Software option provides the XIS operator online training and testing in “threat” recognition during regular screening operation. TIP also enhances operator alertness and vigilance through constant performance monitoring and reporting.
Computer Based Training Software
The Computer Based Training (CBT) system allows operators to train on the XIS system without the need to run parcels through the XIS. The CBT emulates the full functionality of the XIS system. The XIS or a standalone configured PC can be used as training terminal.
Remote Console Table
The Remote Console Table (RCT) is a separate table that holds the display monitor(s), the operator control console, and the key-switch. The RCT allows users to conveniently and comfortably locate their work station in proximity to the XIS. Table 2 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
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Availability of the various XIS accessories and options.
ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS
ASTROPHYSICS XIS MODELS XIS 5335
XIS 5335-S
XIS 6545
XIS 7858
XIS 100x
Entry Roller Table Extension 0.5m (19.7 in) & 1m (39.4 in) Length
9
9
9
9
9
Exit Roller Table Extension 0.5m (19.7 in) & 1m (39.4 in) Length
9
9
9
9
9
Foot Mat Switch
9
9
9
9
9
Mobility Kit
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
Remote Console Worktable TIP System Software Flat Table
9
Sloped (2 m) Conveyor Extension
9 Table 3 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTION AVAILABILITY
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CHAPTER 4 – USING THE ASTROPHYSICS XIS
Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS). It is intended for all XIS users.
Introduction The XIS has four phases of operation: (1) System Startup (2) Login (3) X-ray Screening (4) System Shutdown Procedures for each phase of operation are described below.
SYSTEM STARTUP PROCEDURES The first phase of operation is System Startup. System Startup involves the following steps:
STEP 1 - Insert the key into the key-switch. •
In regular operation, the XIS is usually started up just once a day.
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The XIS AC power cord should already be “plugged-in”. If it not plugged in, plug it in now. NOTE: The AC power cord is located under the exit end conveyor bed. NOTE: Always leave the AC power cord plugged in.
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The main AC switch should already be turned to the ON, or up position. If it is not in ON position, turn it to the ON position now. NOTE: The main AC switch is located under the exit end conveyor bed. NOTE: Always leave the main AC switch in the ON position. This allows the batteries in the internal UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to remain fully charged. The UPS battery slowly discharges on its own if the XIS is not plugged in and turned ON. If the UPS battery becomes fully discharged, it may require up to eight hours to fully recharge.
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STEP 2 - Turn the key-switch 90 degrees clockwise from the vertical “OFF” position to the horizontal “ON” position. . •
Leave the key-switch in the “ON” position until you have finished using the XIS. NOTE: When the key-switch is turned to the ON position, the following sequence of events will occur: o o o o
The LED lights on the computer monitor screen(s) become lit. The computer screen briefly displays the PC computer’s BIOS startup messages. The Windows Operating System briefly displays its startup messages on the monitor screen(s). The Windows Operating System briefly displays the Windows Desktop screen.
STEP 3 - Wait for the Please Log In Screen to appear
Figure 2 - Please Log In Screen
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LOGIN PROCEDURES STEP 1 – Using the touchpad, position the cursor over the [Operator] button and double tap the touchpad. •
The Touchpad allows users to simply glide a finger over the touchpad surface and gently tap to perform input functions of a regular PC mouse.
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Double tapping (i.e. tapping the touchpad twice) is equivalent to clicking the left mouse button in the Microsoft ™ Windows operating system.
STEP 2 – Position the cursor over down arrow, [ À ] (located right of the User Name entry box). Then double tap the touchpad. • In other words, click on the User Name drop down list arrow, [ À ].
STEP 3 – Position the cursor over your User Name in the drop down list and double tap the touchpad. • In other words, click on your User Name. • You must select your User Name from the drop down list. You cannot add a new User Name if it does not appear on the drop down list. • Contact your supervisor if you need to change or add a new User Name and Password for yourself.
STEP 4 – Enter your password. •
Asterisk characters (*) are displayed on the screen when you type in your password entry. To ensure security, the actual password characters are never echoed to the screen.
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All passwords are four characters long. Shorter or longer password entries are NOT allowed.
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Passwords can consist of either alphabetic (alpha) or numeric characters.
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To enter alpha characters, press the [ALPHA] shift button to enter alpha entry mode. In alpha entry mode, the XIS recognizes the alpha (i.e. upper shift) characters of each button. Alpha shift characters are labeled on the operator control panel. The ALPHA status light will be lit when you are in alpha entry mode.
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Pressing [ALPHA] shift button again will toggle you into numeric entry mode. The ALPHA status light will be off (unlit) when you are in numeric entry mode.
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• You can also enter your password numbers by positioning the cursor over the digits on the bottom of the screen and then double tapping the touchpad. • If a PC keyboard is available, you can also enter your password by typing the characters in and pressing the [Enter] key. All alpha character entries are automatically shifted into upper case characters for entry.
STEP 5 -Wait for the System Ready screen to appear. The system is now ready for immediate use
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STEP 1 Move the cursor over the Operator button and tap the touchpad.
STEP 2 Move the cursor over the User Name drop down list button. and tap the touchpad. a.
STEP 3 Move the cursor over your User Name and tap the touchpad.
STEP 4 Enter your password.
STEP 5 Wait for the System Ready Screen to appear.
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X-RAY IMAGE SCREENING PROCEDURES Successful x-ray imaging security screening requires: • knowledge of how to operate the x-ray imaging system and • knowledge of how to interpret the x-ray images. This manual provides you with detailed instructions on how to operate the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System. However, because the security needs of each user differs, it is beyond the scope of this manual to provide specific instructions on how to analyze and interpret x-ray images for every situation. Contact the Astrophysics Sales Department for further information and referrals on training on x-ray imaging security image analysis. In X-Ray Screening Mode bags, packages, and other articles are placed on the conveyor belt and are carried through the inspection tunnel by the conveyor belt. Inside the x-ray tunnels, items are exposed to penetrating x-rays. The XIS then generates and displays a scanned “x-ray” image revealing the internal contents of each item.
STEP 1 Press the [LEFT] button to start the conveyor in the left (forward) direction. If your system has a foot-mat switch, stand on it.
NOTE: If a foot-mat switch is present, the XIS requires the presence of an operator standing on the foot-mat to run the machine. If no one is standing on foot-mat, the XIS will stop and display an “INTERLOCK” warning message on the bottom right corner of the screen. Stepping on the foot mat will clear INTERLOCK message from the screen and allow further operation of the machine. If the INTERLOCK warning is not cleared in two minutes, the XIS application will logout the user and return to the “Please Login Screen”.
NOTE: Make sure the foot-mat is properly plugged into the XIS and placed near the operator control console. Pressing the [LEFT] key, commands the conveyor to move in the left (forward) direction (moving from entry end to exit end) • •
Do NOT continuously run the conveyor in the RIGHT (reverse) direction for more than 30 seconds at a time. Running the belt in the forward direction keeps the conveyor belt in optimum alignment.
NOTE: Press the [STOP] button to stop the conveyor.
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STEP 2
Place the articles that you want inspected on the conveyor so that they are carried into the x-ray inspection tunnel.
Items carried into the inspection tunnel are automatically x-ray scanned and imaged. The resulting x-ray image is displayed on the computer monitors. Scanned bag images remain on the screen (i.e. do not scroll off) until another item is scrolled on to the screen. During x-ray imaging, observe the following safety precautions: •
Avoid unnecessary radiation exposures. Do NOT insert any part of the body into the x-ray inspection tunnel.
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Do NOT allow anyone to sit on or ride the conveyor.
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Do NOT manually (hand) open the x-ray curtains while the conveyor belt is moving.
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Do NOT overload the conveyor belt.
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Do NOT place sharp objects on the conveyor that can puncture the conveyor belt or cut the x-ray curtains.
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Be careful when objects exit the x-ray tunnel. They may drop onto the floor.
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Although pets are not harmed by the XIS, please be sensitive to the pet and its owner. The TSA (Transportation Security Administration), for example, requires metal detector, visual, and physical inspection of pets. Request that the pet owner remove the pet from its carrier. Pet carriers should be inspected separately using the XIS.
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Foods and drinks (in closed containers) are not affected by x-rays from the XIS. They can be safely inspected using the XIS. However, do NOT allow the entry of open containers of liquid into the x-ray tunnel. They may spill and damage the electrical components inside the XIS.
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Cell phones, calculators, computers, and other electronics devices are unaffected by the x-rays from the XIS. They can be safely inspected using the XIS.
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All developed film and printed pictures are unaffected by x-ray from the XIS. They can be safely inspected using the XIS.
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Most undeveloped film with a film speed of 1600 ASA or 33 DIN or slower are unaffected x-rays from the XIS. They can be safely inspected using the XIS. X-ray radiography film and very high speed scientific film should NOT inspected by the XIS.
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Sample Of A Typical X-Ray Image Screen Note the control messages on the bottom of the screen.
Video Display Mode Direction of Belt Travel Image Archive On/Off Status TIP On/Off Status PEC2 Photocell Status (yellow when parcel is blocking exit Photocell ) X-ray On/Off Status `` PEC1 Photocell Status (yellow when parcel is blocking the entry photocell)``` Contrast Brightness Level with control Image Counter Image Date and Time XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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Figure 3 - X-ray Imaging Screen
STEP 3
Carefully inspect each scanned image.
STEP 4
Repeat Steps #2 and #3 for every bag image.
STEP 5 To LOGOUT press the [EXIT ] button on the Operator Console. •
Logout allows another user to login and continue using the system.
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Logout also prevents unauthorized persons from using the system when it is unattended.
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Examining Images With The Operator Console Function Buttons ZOOM-IN (i.e. Zoom In) Function Operation SCREEN
FOR COLOR & B/W
Use the [ZOOM IN] (i.e. zoom-in) function to magnify and more closely examine areas of interest on the screen. To use the [ZOOM IN], i.e. ZOOM IN ) function: •
Press the [ZOOM IN] button on the Console.
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Then (using the touchpad) move the cursor over the area of interest on the screen.
o
Each press of the [ZOOM-IN] button increases the screen magnification by a factor of two times (2x). For example, pressing the STOP button twice magnifies the image by factor of four times (4x).
o
The “zoomed” screen re-centers itself around where the cursor was originally positioned.
o
Each screen can be separately “zoomed”. For example, you can “zoom-in” an image on the left (B/W) screen while leaving the right (color) screen image alone.
o
The [ZOOM-IN] button can be successively pressed to a button five times for a maximum zoom-in magnification of 32x.
ZOOM-OUT (i.e. Zoom Out) Function (Button) Operation
FOR COLOR & B/W SCREEN
The screen magnification can be reduced by pressing the Zoom Down [ZOOM OUT] button. •
Pressing the [ZOOM-OUT] now reduces the magnification by factor of one-half (1/2). For example, if the screen is at 8x zoom, pressing the [ZOOM-OUT] button once reduces the zoom to 4x.
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You can ZOOM down to a minimum of 1x magnification.
The screen also immediately returns to normal magnification (1x) when the Forward or Reverse button is pressed.
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SCREEN COLORATION
FOR COLOR SCREEN ONLY
Use the display colors on the color screen as guide to identifying materials and hence possible threats. The XIS materially classifies and colorizes items on the color screen according the following schema: MATERIAL MATERIAL COLOR SAMPLE SEPARATION: COMPOSITION ORGANIC / INORGANIC Foods, paper, most clothing, and the most dangerous military Organic explosives are organic.
The colors of various thicknesses of Lucite plastic, an organic compound. Organic (For purposes of Znumber classification air is considered organic.)
Air
Inorganic
Aluminum
The x-ray image of air is represented by the color white.
The color of a (25mm thick) pure block of aluminum, an inorganic metal.
Steel
Inorganic (Metallic)
The color of a block (10mm thick) of steel, an inorganic metal
Inorganic (Heavy Metal)
Lead and other very dense, thick materials The Color of thin (1mm block, left) and a thick strip (3mm block, right) of Lead, an inorganic metal.
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Table 4 - XIS IMAGE COLORATION SCHEMA
ORG Button Function
FOR THE COLOR SCREEN ONLY
Use the ORGANIC image function button to highlight organic material in the image. Pressing the organic image function button “de-emphasizes” the presence of inorganic items on the screen. This reduces distracting visual clutter. NOTE: “Organic” items are of special interest because the most powerful and dangerous (military) explosives are “organic” compounds. NOTE: Organic items are also very common. All foods are organic. Most clothing is organic. Papers and currencies are organic.
INORG Button Function SCREEN ONLY
FOR THE COLOR
Use the INORGANIC image function button to highlight inorganic material in the image. Pressing the [ INORG] image function button “de-emphasizes” the cluttering presence of organic items in the screen. NOTE: “Inorganic” materials are of special interest because most weapons including guns, knives, shanks, and “brass” knuckles are usually constructed of inorganic metals such as steel, brass, and aluminum. However, it is important to note these deadly weapons can also be constructed from dense “organic” plastics.
IMAGE DENSITY
FOR COLOR & B/W SCREEN
Use the lightness and darkness of the image as a guide for identifying overall object density. o
Dense objects are displayed on the screen in dark tones.
o
Less dense objects are displayed in lighter gray tones.
o
Air, the least dense material, is displayed as white.
o
Exceptionally dense objects are displayed in black.
Very dense objects are usually the most problematic in terms of security. For example, guns and knives, are usually made of dense hardened steel.
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[LIGHT] and [DARK] ADJUSTMENT Control
FOR COLOR & B/W SCREEN
Use the [LIGHT] to examine very dense objects. •
The [LIGHT] and [DARK] buttons allows the screen to lightened five steps or darkened five steps from the “normal” screen image brightness.
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Very dense objects are normally displayed in black or in very dark gray tones.
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Lightening a dark object may reveal hidden items (behind a dense object) and critically important details.
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The [LIGHT] and [DARK] controls adjust the image “brightness” of the across the entire screen. For example, moving the slide left 3 steps darken all objects in 3 “steps” darker.
B/W Button Function
FOR B/W SCREEN ONLY
Use the “B/W” Function button to select the default B/W display mode on the left Black & White display screen. The B/W functions only affects the image on the Black & White (i.e. left side) monitor. •
The B/W (Black and White) screen displays the scanned image in gray-tones based on the density of the scanned item. o Highly x-ray absorptive dense objects are displayed in dark black tones. o Lower densities are displayed in lighter tones. o The lowest density, air, is displayed as white. o Many users prefer using the B/W screen instead of the other pseudo colorized screen.
REV Button Function
FOR B/W SCREEN ONLY
Use the [B/W REVERSE ] button to invert the Black on White image to White on Black. The [B/W REVERSE] function only affects the image on the Black & White (i.e. right side monitor) display. Notice how the [B/W REVERSE] functions instantly inverts the normal contrast perspective. The image may now show critically important details that may have been previously overlooked.
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ATOM (Atomic Number) Button Function
FOR COLOR SCREEN ONLY
Use the ATOM function to check the Z-Number of suspicious objects on the screen. •
Z-Number, or Atomic Number, is equal to the number of protons (in the elemental atoms that make up the object). Z-number can be used to estimate material composition of the item. The XIS calculates Z number by measuring and comparing the absorption of low and high frequency x-rays by an object.
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To display Z-NUMBER function:
o
Press the [ATOM] button.
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Imagine a “box” that encloses the area of interest on the screen. Using the touchpad, position the cursor to one corner of that box.
o
Double tap the cursor. An expanding box will appear on the screen.
o
Glide your finger (i.e. slide your finger while keeping it in constant contact with the touchpad) across the touchpad and move the cursor to expand the box to cover the area of interest.
o
The average Z-Number of the area will be displayed on the bottom corner of the screen.
The XIS only calculates and displays the Z-numbers between 6 and 26.
List of Common Z-Numbers
Material Graphite (C) i.e. carbon Water ( H20 ) Aluminum (Al) Steel (iron)
Z-Number 7 8 (approximate, exact value is determined by the container) 13 26
Table 5 – LIST OF COMMON Z-NUMBERS
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The IMAGE ARCHIVE Button Function Use the Image Archive feature to review and compare previously scanned images if necessary. The Image Archive feature provides on-demand retrieval and review of the last 50,000 previously scanned items on the color screen.
Previously scanned images can be recalled as follow:
1. Press the [IA] button. The Image Archive Selection Dial menu screen will now be displayed.
2. Position the cursor on the “selector” dial. Then double tap the touchpad. NOTE: The Image Selector first points to the very right hand side of the Dial Screen. This represents the most recently scanned image. Other older scanned images are represented to the left of this point on the dial. The earliest image is represented on the very left most side of the dial
3. Using the touchpad, move the cursor to the left and select a starting point where you will begin reviewing images. NOTE: The date and time of each image referenced by the pointer is displayed on the left bottom side of the screen.
4. Position the cursor to the [FORWARD] button on the screen and double tap the touchpad to display bag images from oldest to most recent NOTE: To review bag images that were scanned earlier than the one currently referenced, move the cursor to the [REVERSE] button on the screen and double tap the touchpad to display bags from the most recent to older
5. To return to regular x-ray image scanning, press the Console’s [LEFT] (or [RIGHT]) button.
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Printing the Current Color Screen Image To print the current screen for future reference: •
If the conveyor belt is moving, press the [STOP] button to stop the belt.
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Press the [Print] button on the AOCP.
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A printer must be connected to the XIS and the printer driver software for that printer must be installed before the Print function will work. Please consult with the Astrophysics Customer Service Department before installing your printer.
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Picture Perfect Imaging Mode “Picture Perfect Imaging” Mode (PPIM) is an enhanced imaging mode that displays organic items in much greater detail. Organic items refer to things that are made from “non-metallic” materials. Organic items encompass a large variety of things including all foodstuff, most clothing fabrics, leather products, wood products, and all plastics. In contrast, items made of metals, such as aluminum, steel, tin, copper, etc are classified as “inorganic”. Inorganic items can also be imaged with PPIM, but they are not rendered in enhanced detail as organic items are. The XIS distinguishes between organic and inorganic items by color. The XIS displays organic items in the hues of orange to reddish brown, while inorganic items displayed in hues of green to blue. The specific color shade is determined by an item’s density. Denser items are colored with darker shades. Very dense items (and x-ray opaque items) are colored black. Picture Perfect Imaging Mode (PPIM) is started by pressing the [ F2 ] button. The conveyor belt must first be stopped. If [ F2 ] is pressed while conveyor belt is moving, the belt will first stop before the PPIM image is displayed. • PPIM only displays the image of the LAST bag that was scanned. • Pressing the [ F2 ] button “toggles” the XIS between “Normal” and PPIM mode. • You CANNOT screen other bags in PPIM. To resume screening bags, you must first exit PPIM by pressing [ F2 ]. • You can also exit PPIM and resume normal screening by pressing the following buttons: BUTTON [ LOGOUT ]
DESCRIPTION OF BUTTON FUNCTION Logout user
[ LEFT ]
Start conveyor in left direction
[ RIGHT ]
Start conveyor in right direction
[ EDGE
Display image with Edge Trace image enhancement. Display BW (black & white screen) image in Pseudo-color mode Display image with Inorganic image enhancement
TRACE ] [ PSEU ] [ INORG ]
COMMENTS Logs out users and returns to “Please Log In” screen. XIS will start conveyor and resume normal x-ray image imaging. XIS will start conveyor and resume normal x-ray image imaging. XIS will resume “normal” imaging when [LEFT] or [RIGHT] button is pressed. XIS will resume “normal” x-ray imaging when [LEFT] or [RIGHT] button is pressed.
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3. It displays organic items with enhanced “texture” and detail. • Note, if there is no organic items in the x-ray image, the Picture Perfect image of the last bag will appear the same as before without any change. • If the last bag is exceptionally long, PPIM displays only the last part of the bag. During imaging long bags are divided into 0.5 meter sections. PPIM has 6 sub-modes of x-ray image display: Picture Perfect Imaging “Sub-Mode”
Picture Perfect Dual Energy Color Imaging (PP DE Color) Picture Perfect Single Energy Color Imaging (PP SE Color) Picture Perfect Dual Energy “Organic” Enhanced Imaging (PP DE Organic) Picture Perfect Single Energy “Organic” Enhanced Imaging (PP SE Organic) Picture Perfect Black/White Mode (PP BW) Picture Perfect Reverse Black/White Mode (PP REV BW)
Displays thin objects well
Displays thick objects well
3 3 3
Displays organic items with enhanced Organic “texture” and contrast
Displays cluttered images (with thick and thin objects) well
3 3 3
3
3 3
3
The PP B/W mode is automatically displayed on the B/W screen when PPIM is first started (i.e. pressing [F2] ). This is the “Reverse video” version of PP B/W mode. (i.e. the image is displayed as white on a black background)
Picture Perfect Mode is first started by pressing [F2].
Pressing [ F2 ] returns (i.e. toggles) you to normal imaging mode.
Picture Perfect Mode enhances BOTH the Color and Black/White Screen image.
The various PPIM modes can be selected by pressing the [ORG], [COLOR], [B/W], or [REV B/W] button.
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The diagram below is a “State Diagram” of the various Picture Perfect Imaging Modes of Display. The text in bracket [ ] indicates the button press necessary to select the specific PPIM sub-mode.
ABBREVIATION PP DE COLOR PP SE COLOR PP DE ORGANIC PP SE ORGANIC PP BW PP REV BW
DESCRIPTION Picture Perfect Dual Energy Color Imaging Picture Perfect Single Energy Color Imaging Picture Perfect Dual Energy “Organic” Enhanced Imaging Picture Perfect Single Energy “Organic” Enhanced Imaging Picture Perfect Black/White Mode Imaging Picture Perfect Reverse Black/White Mode Imaging
The PPIM is usually exited by either: o
Pressing [ F2 ] button to resume to normal screening, or
o
Pressing [ LOGOUT ] to logout and return to the “Please Log In” Screen.
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The following AOCP function buttons do NOT work with PPIM The following AOCP Buttons that are NOT supported with PPIM
[ ATOM ] [ SAVE RGB ] [ SAVE WIM ] [ ZOOM IN ] [ ZOOM OUT ] [ PRINT ] “left” [ NORM ] [ CBT ] [ REVIEW ] [ ARCHIVE ]
Description of UNSUPPORTED AOCP button function
Display atomic z-number. Save screen image as “BMP” file. Save screen image as “WIM” file. Zoom-in (magnify) screen image Zoom-out (de-magnify) screen Print screen image Restore screen image to normal 1x zoom. Start computer based training Start image review Display image archive menu screen.
Examples of the various PPIM imaging:
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Operator Console Image Adjustment Button Operation When The Conveyor Belt Has STOPPED. IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON [B/W]
[COLOR]
BUTTON FULL NAME
AFFECTED SCREEN
Black & White (Black on White) Color
B/W Screen (Right Monitor)
[DARK]
Darken Contrast
[INORG]
Inorganic
[LIGHT]
Lighten Contrast
[NORM]
Normal Contrast
[ORG]
Organic
[PSEU]
Pseudo Color ( White on Black) Reverse ( White on Black)
[B/W REVERSE]
Color Screen (Left Monitor) Color Screen or B/W Screen Color Screen (Left Monitor)) Color Screen or B/W Screen Color Screen or B/W Screen Color Screen (Left Monitor) B/W screen (Right Monitor) B/W screen (Right Monitor)
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION WHEN BELT IS STOPPED Display the default normal B/W (black on white) video on the B/W Screen. Display the default color screen on the B/W Screen. Darken (lower) the contrast on the screen. Adjust the Color Screen (the monitor on the right) by “subtracting” out organic items from the display Lighten the contrast on the screen Resume normal contrast on the screen Adjust the Color Screen by “subtracting” out the inorganic items from the display Display the B/W image in colors. The coloration is based strictly on screen brightness, not on Znumber determination. “Invert” B/W Screen Display (to white on black). White is displayed as black and vice versa. Intermediate gray scales are similarly inverted
Table 6 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR STOPPED
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Operator Console Image Adjustment Button Operation When The Conveyor Belt Is RUNNING. SCREEN
B/W (right monitor) B/W (right monitor) B/W (right monitor) B/W (right monitor) B/W (right monitor) SCREEN Color (left monitor) Color (left monitor) Color (left monitor)
Color
IMAGE FUNCTION
FIRST BUTTON TO PRESS
Display NORMAL BLACK ON WHITE SCREEN (black on white) Display Reverse Video WHITE ON BLACK SCREEN (white on black) Display B/W PSEUDO COLOR
Left [ NORM] [REV]
Left [ NORM]
[PSEU]
Left [ NORM]
Display BLACK & WHITE SCREEN AND LIGHTEN CONTRAST
Left [LIGHT]
Display BLACK & WHITE SCREEN AND DARKEN CONTRAST
Left [DARK]
IMAGE FUNCTION
SECOND BUTTON TO PRESS
FIRST BUTTON TO PRESS
SECOND BUTTON TO PRESS
Display NORMAL COLOR SCREEN (right monitor)
Right [NORM]
Display ORGANIC COLOR SCREEN
[ORG]
Right [NORM]
[INORG]
Right [NORM]
Display INORGANIC COLOR SCREEN
Display COLOR SCREEN AND LIGHTEN CONTRAST
Right [LIGHT]
Display COLOR SCREEN AND DARKEN CONTRAST
Right [DARK]
(left monitor)
Color (left monitor)
Table 7 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR RUNNING
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The images below compare the effect of using the images adjustment “buttons” on the same bag image. The images were obtained from the (left side) B/W (Black and White) Video Monitor.
B/W Image after [LIGHT] button was pressed twice.
B/W Image after [B/W] button was pressed. (Displays Normal B/W Contrast)
B/W Image after the [DARK] contrast adjustment button was pressed twice. (Contrast level was adjusted two step darker)
(Contrast adjusted 2 steps lighter)
B/W Image after [REVERSE B/W] button was pressed. Note the enhanced image clarity.
(Black on White imaging was changed to White on Black)
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B/W Image after [PSEU] button was pressed. (Contrast was adjusted two step darker)
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The images below compare the effect of using the images adjustment “buttons” on the same bag image. The images were obtained from the (right side) Color Video Monitor.
Color image after the [COLOR] button was pressed.
Color image after the [ORG] button was pressed. (Image now emphasizes ORGANIC MATERIAL detail.)
(This selected normal contrast color image display.)
Color image after the [INORG] button was pressed. (Image now emphasizes INORGANIC MATERIAL Detail)
Color image after the [LIGHT] button was pressed twice. (Image now shows greater detail for dense materials.)
Figure 5 - Color Image Adjustment Comparison
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Color Image after the [DARK] contrast adjustment button was pressed twice. (Image now shows greater detail for the less dense materials.)
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Screener Assist Screener Assist is an optional software feature that allows the XIS to highlight areas of special
interests to the user when the XIS is screening items such as luggage bags and parcels. When the XIS detects a significant mass of organic material that has same Z-number* of military explosives, it draws a highlighting ellipse around the area to alert the XIS operator. It is important to note that many common organic items including certain foods, certain jells (i.e. shampoos, toothpaste, etc), large pieces of plastic, certain batteries (from notebook computers, cameras, etc) may also have the same Z-number as military explosives. Screener Assist may highlight these items as well. It is up to the operator to differentiate between these items and real potential threats by closely examining the screen and taking action when necessary. Action may include alerting your supervisor, questioning the owner of the bag, re-screening the bag in another orientation, opening the bag for direct visual examination, etc. Follow the security procedures in your facility for handling these situations. Screener Assist is an adjunct for detecting potential threats in the items that you are screening. Screening Assist does not replace constant vigilance or common sense. Carefully inspect the ALL x-ray images.
A Black & White X-ray image of bag with highlighting Screener Assist ellipses.
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CHAPTER 5 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Chapter Overview This chapter briefly describes the various components that make up the XIS. Introduction Externally, the XIS consists of four major components: The mainframe assembly The conveyor assembly The PC monitor(s) The Operator Control Console
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The mainframe assembly is a rectangular box that houses x-ray inspection tunnel on the top and the x-ray generator and controlling electronics below. Bag and packages enter the x-ray tunnel where they are exposed to x-rays and are imaged.. The x-ray tunnel is lined with lead and lead x-ray fabric “curtains” to prevent the escape of scattered x-rays.
The Conveyor Assembly The conveyor assembly includes the conveyor bed and conveyor belt. The conveyor belt “wraps” the conveyor bed. When the operator presses the [LEFT] key, the circular belt continuously travels from the entry end through the x-ray tunnel to exit end of the XIS. The exit end of the bed is easily identified by the presence of the AC power cord and switch that are located beneath it. The XIS 5335 and XIS 6545 has only a single conveyor motor located at the end exit of the conveyor. In this case the conveyor motor normally “pulls” the conveyor belt along. The XIS 7858 and the XIS 100x models have two conveyor motors located at both ends of the conveyor belt.
The Foot Mat Switch The Foot-Mat is an optional XIS accessory. It resembles a rubber mat and it is placed next to the operator console. The foot mat switch insures that an operator is physically manning the XIS when it is being used. The operator must stand on the foot mat in order to activate the conveyor belt (and hence the x-ray generator). If the operator steps off while the XIS is imaging, the conveyor belt and x-ray generator are immediately stopped and an INTERLOCK warning message is displayed on the screen. Stepping on the footmat switch will erase the INTERLOCK warning message and allow the operator to resume operation of the machine. NOTE:
If a foot switch mat is present, make sure that it is plugged into the XIS before use. The foot-mat switch requires about a 40 lb (18 kg) standing load before it will activate the XIS. Do NOT place a chair on the foot-mat switch. The point of the chair’s leg will abnormally wear the foot-mat switch and will result in premature failure.
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CHAPTER 5 - THE ADVANCE OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL – REVISION 2 The Advance Operator Control Panel (AOCP) Revision 2 is the latest operator control interface for the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS). The AOCP replaces the PC keyboard and mouse for communicating with the embedded PC inside the XIS. The AOCP has six main components: o A Emergency Stop Button, o A TIP Threat Alert Button, o A set of status control lights, o A Key-switch, o A set of operator control buttons, and o A touchpad interface.
The AOCP Rev 2.0
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Figure 7 – AOCP Rev 2 - Advance Operator Control Panel – Keyboard Layout
AOCP REV 2 KEY-SWITCH Æ TURNING THE XIS ON The AOCP Key-Switch is located in the upper right corner of the AOCP. The key-switch is used to turns the XIS ON and OFF.
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AOCP REV 2 KEY-SWITCH Æ TURNING THE XIS OFF
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AOCP REV 2 EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON AOCP Emergency Stop Button (ESB) provides for immediate and safe emergency shutdown of the conveyor belt and x-ray generator. In emergencies, such as an item being wedged in the x-ray tunnel or being snagged by the conveyor belt, press the ESB down immediately. Pressing the ESB immediately powers down and halts the conveyor belt and x-ray generator. This brings the XIS into a safe non-operational “EMEGENCY STOP” state. The XIS remains in this safe state until the ESB is turned clockwise. This releases the ESB and returns the XIS to normal operations. • The Emergency Stop Button should only be used in emergencies • Do NOT use the Emergency Stop Button as a substitute for the [STOP] button or the keyswitch. The conveyor belt and x-ray generator are also immediately stopped when o The KEY-SWITCH is turned to the OFF position. o Or when the is the main breaker switch is turned to the OFF position o Or when electrical AC power is disconnected from the XIS (i.e. pull out the power cord plug).
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AOCP REV 2 STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS The AOCP has a set of eight system status lights. They are located at the top of the panel. The status lights provide “real-time” operational information on the XIS. The function of each status light is described in the table below.
Status Light ALPHA
L1
L2 L3 SCREENER ASSIST TIP
X-RAY
Status when status light is lit (On). The ALPHABETIC characters are entered when the buttons are pressed. • Pressing the ALPHA button (lower left most button) sets the AOCP into alphabetic character output mode. The ALPHA output mode is indicated by the upper ALPHA status light. • Pressing the ALPHA button again returns the AOCP to “default” numeric/function mode. The Image Archive system is ON (I.e. IA is recording scanned bag images for future retrieval.) No function. (For future system implementation.) No function. (For future system implementation.) No function. (For future system implementation.) The TIP system is software is enabled (i.e. turned ON ) • When the TIP system is ON, the TIP system software will periodically blend in threat images to test the operator. The X-ray generator is ON and producing xrays. • Do NOT insert any part of the body into the inspection tunnel when the X-RAY light is lit.
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Status when status light is un-lit (Off). The (Upper Case) function button entries are entered when the AOCP buttons are pressed. • The Upper Case functions are indicated by the black text that highlighted with white background.
The Image Archive system is OFF (I.e. IA is NOT recording scanned bag images.) No function. (For future system implementation.) No function. (For future system implementation.) No function. (For future system implementation.) The TIP system is OFF (I.e. No TIP images will be projected.)
The X-ray generator is OFF and NOT producing x-rays.
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POWER
The AOCP key-switch is turned ON.
The XIS is turned OFF.
AOCP REV 2 DUAL FUNCTION BUTTONS Most of the AOCP buttons have dual function outputs. The dual function outputs are labeled on each key. For example, the [3 C] button outputs [3] in normal (numeric) entry mode and [C] in “ALPHA” entry mode. The ALPHA entry mode is selected by pressing the [ALPHA] button. The AOCP [ALPHA] status light becomes lit when the AOCP is in ALPHA entry mode. The AOCP remains in ALPHA entry mode until the [ALPHA] button is pressed again, toggling the OCP back into normal entry mode. On startup, the AOCP defaults to the normal function outputs that are labeled with a white background.
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AOCP REV 2 CONVEYOR CONTROLS - [LEFT], [STOP], AND [RIGHT]
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BUTTON [LEFT]
DESCRIPTION OF BUTTON PRESS OPERATION Start conveyor moving in the (right-to) left direction. • Left Tip Arrow Light becomes lit when conveyor is moving in the left direction. • The LEFT conveyor direction is usually the Forward direction of the machine. Bags traversing the inspection tunnel in the Forward direction enter from the Entry opening of inspection tunnel and leave throught the Exit (end) opening. o The Exit end of the XIS is the one with the power cord and main AC switch located on the bottom of the XIS (underneath the conveyor bed). o The Entry end of the XIS is opposite the Exit end. • When you press the [LEFT] button, Forward is displayed on the bottom of the screen. • When you press the [LEFT] button, the conveyor will momentarily, “back-belt”, (i.e. the belt will momentarily move in the reverse (right) direction for 2 seconds to clear items that may be blocking the x-ray window inside the inspection tunnel) and then the belt will continuously move in the left direction. • If you press the [LEFT] button when the conveyor is already moving in the right direction, the conveyor will first stop and then move in the left direction.
[STOP]
Stop the conveyor (if it is moving). • also functions as an [Enter] key during user log in
[RIGHT]
Start conveyor moving in the (right-to-) left direction. • Right Tip Arrow Light becomes lit when conveyor is moving in the left direction. • The Right conveyor direction is usually the Reverse direction of the machine. Bags traversing the inspection tunnel in the Reverse direction enter from the Exit (end) opening of inspection tunnel and leave through the Entry opening. o The Exit end of the XIS is the one with the power cord and main AC switch located on the bottom of the XIS (underneath the conveyor bed). o The Entry end of the XIS is opposite the Exit end. • When you press the [RIGHT] button, Reverse is displayed on the bottom of the screen. • When you press the [RIGHT] button, the conveyor will momentarily, “back-belt”, (i.e. the belt will momentarily move in the reverse (left) direction for 2 seconds to clear items that may be blocking the x-ray window inside the inspection tunnel) and then the belt will continuously move in the right direction. • If you press the [RIGHT] button when the conveyor is already moving in the left direction, the conveyor will first stop and then move in the right direction.
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AOCP REV 2 NUMERIC BUTTONS
BUTTON [0] , [1], …, [9] [ENTER] [DEL]
DESCRIPTION Enter number (for entering user password in “Please Log In” Screen). Enter (when selecting username entry at “Please Log In screen”) Erase previous (character) entry (in NUM mode entry. “Z” entry (in ALPHA mode entry)..
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AOCP REV 2 SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS
BUTTON [PRINT] [DIAG] [F1]
[F2]
DESCRIPTION Print the current screen image to the printer. The print function only operates when a printer is installed, connected, and powered on. Display Diagnostic Screen (Optional Feature) Enable / Disable Continuous X-ray On (CXO) when conveyor belt is running. CXO allows imaging of thin items. Exceptionally thin items may go under the x-ray inspection tunnel’s photocells that trigger the x-rays to turn on. CXO allows imaging of these items. X-rays are ONLY generated when the conveyor belt is running. Stopping the conveyor STOPS the production of x-rays. • Pressing [F1] enables CXO imaging. • Pressing [F1] again, disables (i.e. turns off) the CXO function. • Note Æ after enabling CXO, you must start the conveyor to begin imaging. . Enable / Disable Picture Perfect Imaging “Picture Perfect “ imaging mode displays enhanced contrast imaging of organic items. To use Picture Perfect : • Stop the belt after imaging a bag. (i.e. Press [STOP] button.)
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[SAVE RAW] [SAVE RGB] [ENTER] [LOG OUT]
• Press [F2] to display the same image with enhanced “Picture Perfect” detail. • Press [F2] to resume normal imaging. (You can also press any other image adjustment buttons to automaticallyexit “Picture Perfect” imaging mode. ) NO FUNCTION. This key is unsued. This XIS auto-saves all scanned bag images into the \Program\Files\XrayClient\XrayDoc NO FUNCTION. This key is unsued. This XIS auto-saves all scanned bag images into the \Program\Files\XrayClient\XrayDoc Performs as the [ENTER] key on a regular keyboard. Exit x-ray image scanning screen and go to “Please Log In” screen.
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AOCP REV 2 IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS
BUTTON [ATOM]
DESCRIPTION Calculate and display z-number • Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [ATOM] button.) • Press the [ATOM] button. • Using the touchpad, position the cursor to the upper left corner of the area of interest. • Double tap the touchpad. • An expanding area selection box will appear on the screen. “Glide” (slide your finger while keeping in contact with the touchpad) the cursor to expand the box to cover the area of interest. • Lift your finger from the touchpad and the Z-Number will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen.
[COLOR]
Display the default color mode screen on the Color Screen.
[EDGE TRACE]
• Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [COLOR] button.) • Press the [COLOR]. Edge Sharpen the image (i.e. increase the contrast between boundaries of light and dark objects • Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [EDGE TRACE] button.) • Press the [EDGE TRACE] to “edge sharpen” the image.
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BUTTON [HIPEN]
DESCRIPTION Lighten (screen gamma) the screen contrast two “steps”. This allows you to see through dense (usually inorganic) objects. • Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [HIPEN] button.) • Press the [HIPEN].
[INORG]
Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize inorganic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials.
[LOG OUT] [ORG]
[REVIEW]
[F1] [F2]
• Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [INORG] button.) • Press the [INORG]. Exit x-ray image scanning screen. Go to “Please Log In” screen.
Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize organic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials.
• Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [ORG] button.) • Press the [ORG]. Display Image Archive screen. • Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [REVIEW] button.) • Press the [ORG]. No function. (For future implementation.) Picture Perfect Function
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AOCP REV 2 ZOOM & SCREEN CONTRAST CONTROL BUTTONS
BUTTON [DARK]
[LIGHT]
Left side [NORM] Right side [NORM] [SCREEN 1] [SCREEN 2] [ZOOM OUT] [ZOOM IN] Touchpad
DESCRIPTION Darken (gamma screen contrast of) bag image on scree to show greater detail for less dense (usually organic) objects. • The [DARK] button affects the “selected” screen. • First press either [Screen 1] or [Screen 2] to select screen and then press [DARK] Lighten (gamma screen contrast of) bag image on screen to see through dense (usually inorganic) objects. • The [LIGHT] button affects the “selected” screen. • First press either [Screen 1] or [Screen 2] to select screen and then press [LIGHT]. Display screen in Normal (1x magnification) zoom mode. Display screen with Normal (default) screen brightness for selected screen Select B/W Screen (for [Light] and [Dark] screen controls) Select Color Screen (for [Light] and [Dark] screen controls) Select Zoom Down (I.e. Zoom Out) mode. Select Zoom UP (I.e. Zoom In) mode. The Touchpad replaces the PC mouse. • Move your fingers on the touchpad to position the cursor. • Tap twice (quickly) to left click an entry.
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CHAPTER 6 – THE ASTROPHYSICS TIP SYSTEM
Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the TIP (Threat Insertion Projection) System. It is intended for all users of the XIS. NOTE: TIP is an option for the XIS system and does not come with the basic system.
Introduction TIP is an abbreviation for Threat Image Projection. TIP was originally an initiative of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve airport security. This initiative has been widely implemented by many of x-ray imaging system manufacturers including Astrophysics Inc. The Astrophysics TIP system operates as an adjunct to the regular XIS operating system. When the Astrophysics TIP system is turned ON, threat images (i.e. discreet pictures of guns, knives, and bombs) are periodically blended into the scanned images that are being displayed on the video screen. The operator usually has no awareness of whether the TIP projections are real or not. The operator is tested on whether he can rapidly recognize and acknowledge the presence of the fictitious threat projections. If the operator correctly acknowledges the TIP threat, he is immediately congratulated by a “HIT” screen messages. If he fails, the TIP system highlights the presence of the TIP projection on the screen and warns the operator with a “MISS” message. The TIP system scores all of the test results and summarizes the performance of each operator. The results are then reported to security supervisor and to the TSA/FAA. The typical security screener rarely sees images of actual threats. The TIP system allows the operator to be regularly exposed to a variety of different threats. The operator thus receives on the job training with continuous performance monitoring. Another benefit of the TIP system is that operators are continuously prodded be alert and vigilant when they are screening bag images. There are three broad categories of TIP tests: • Guns • Knives • Explosive including Bombs and IED (Improvised Explosive Devices) The TIP system blends in x-ray images of these items in various profiles. Some images are easily recognized because they are presented in their most familiar characteristic profile. Other images are less distinctive. For example, the x-ray image of a knife blade taken from along thin blade edge is often difficult to discern and recognize. Threat recognition is further complicated by the presence visual clutter of other innocuous items in the enclosing bag. • Use the [INORG] image adjustment button to de-emphasize the presence of organic clutter, which is typically clothing, foods, and papers. • Use the [LIGHT] contrast adjustment button to “lighten” the image so you can see behind dense objects. • Use the [ORG] image to de-emphasize inorganic clutter, such as electronics in the enclosing bag. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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Proficiency at threat recognition takes experience and practice.
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TIP PROCEDURES - USING TIP WITH THE XIS The Astrophysics XIS displays the status of its TIP system on the bottom right side of its scanning screen. •
The TIP system will only project images when the TIP system is turned ON.
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When the TIP system is turned ON, a message “TIP ON” will be displayed. When the TIP system is turned OFF, the message “TIP OFF” will be displayed.
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The TIP system is turned on and off by the supervisor and is not controlled by regular operators. See your supervisor if TIP needs to be turned ON or OFF.
NOTE: The Astrophysics XIS system operates as usual when TIP is turned ON. All conveyor controls and imaging adjustment buttons work the same. TIP images are projected at specific intervals based on the bag count. The projection schedule is not based on time. When a TIP “threat” image is being projected, a small picture of a threatening article on is electronically blended into the current bag image as it is scrolled onto the screen. The TIP projection schedule is partially randomized to prevent operators from guessing when the next TIP projection will occur.
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If any threat appears on the screen, press the TIP [SUSPECT] button.
If you were being tested by the insertion of fictional TIP into the bag that your are examining and if you respond within the allotted response time (usually 3 seconds), then Æ you will be greeted with a congratulatory message. Press the [STOP] button to clear the congratulatory message from the screen. • The TIP Projection image will be erased when the congratulatory message is cleared from the screen. • The TIP system will positively record your successful TIP threat identification. • The original scanned image without the TIP projection will then be redisplayed on the screen. RE-EXAMINE THE SCANNED IMAGE VERY CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY! • The bag may still have a real threat inside. • When you have finished with your examination and you are satisfied that there is NO real threat, then Æ press [LEFT] or [RIGHT] to continue examining other bags. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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If bag still appears to have a real threat inside, follow your facility’s security procedures for handling this situation. . If the TIP system indicates that you are NOT being tested, then Æ RE-EXAMINE THE SCANNED IMAGE VERY CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY! If the bag appears to have a real threat inside, follow your facility’s security procedures for handling this situation. If you determine on further examination that there is NO real threat inside the bag, then: • Press the [STOP] button to clear the “False Alarm” message from the screen. •
The TIP system will record your “False Alarm” response.
TIP PROCEDURES - HELPFUL HINTS Always use your own login and password. • If you do NOT have your own login and password, ask your supervisor to assign you one. • Do NOT let others use your User Name and Password to login. • Do NOT disclose your password to others. • The TIP system scores the user who is currently logged in. You are responsible for all TIP test results performed under your login. It is important to note that other users may not be as motivated as you are in identifying and acknowledging TIPs threats, especially when they are logged under your account. After you login, check the TIP status. If the system indicates that TIP is turned ON, be alert for possibly frequent TIP tests. IF YOU SEE A POTENTIAL THREAT(S) IN A BAG --> PRESS THE [STOP] BUTTON. •
It is important to remember that potential threats the screen can either be a real or fictitious TIP. Act accordingly. •
DO NOT LET THE BAG IMAGE WITH THE POTENTIAL THREAT SCROLL OFF THE SCREEN. The moment a TIP image scrolls off the screen, it is scored as a “MISS”.
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If the image of the potential threat is a fictitious TIP, pressing the [STOP] button will give you an extra 30 seconds to respond. Otherwise you will have less than 3 seconds left to respond and press the [SUSPECT] button. Repeatedly pressing the [STOP] button will not give you more time.
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the image adjustment buttons on the control keypad to carefully inspect the bag image.
If you miss a TIP test, study the highlighted missed threat image. Learn from it. There are three broad categories of TIP tests: • Guns • Knives • Explosive bombs (IED) The TIP system includes x-ray images of these items in various profiles. Some mages are easily recognized because they display the item’s most characteristic profile. Other images are less distinctive. For example, the x-ray image of a knife blade taken along a thin blade edge is often difficult to recognize. Threat recognition is further complicated by the presence visual clutter of other innocuous items in the enclosing bag. • Use the [INORG] image adjustment button to de-emphasize organic clutter, which is often clothing and food. • Use the [LIGHT] Contrast Adjustment button to lighten the image to see items that may be concealed behind denser x-ray opaque objects. • Use the [ORG] image to de-emphasize inorganic clutter, such as electronics or mechanical frames and fastenings. It takes practice and experience to become proficient at recognizing threats in x-ray images.
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The pictures below show the TIP System in action.
The picture directly below is an example of a typical TIP “Hit” Screen. A “HIT” occurs when the operator correctly identifies and acknowledges the presence of TIP test image on the screen within the allotted response time. The TIP is acknowledged by pressing the [SUSPECT] key.
Note the presence of the IED (Improvised Explosive Device) TIP Threat. In this case, after the TIP appeared in bag image, the operator correctly pressed the [SUSPECT] button within the 3 seconds allotted response time. Note the message: HIT You have CORRECTLY identified a fictional threat. Check the bag to make sure that there are NO REAL threats. Press STOP Key to continue! The whole message is important. It’s important to check the bag again to insure that there are no real threats inside the bag. An actual real threat could have been coincidentally hidden in the bag. In this case, there actually is another REAL THREAT in the bag!
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The picture below is an example of a typical TIP “Miss” Screen.
Note the presence of the IED (Improvised Explosive Device) TIP Threat. After the projection appeared the projection appeared, the operator did not press the [SUSPECT] button and the TIP “timed-out”. A “Miss” was then reported. Note the message: Miss You did NOT identify a fictional threat. Check the bag to make sure there are NO REAL threats. Press STOP key to continue.
The whole message is important. It’s important to check the bag again to insure that there are no real threats inside the bag. An actual real threat could have been coincidentally hidden in the bag. In this case, there actually is another REAL THREAT in the bag!
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The picture below is an example of a typical TIP “FALSE ALARM” Screen.
Note the absence of any TIP Threat in the image. During regular screening operations, the operator pressed the [SUSPECT] button when NO TIP was being displayed. A “False Alarm” warning was then immediately displayed. Note the message: False Alarm A Fictional threat was canceled. Check the bag to make sure there are NO REAL threats. Press FORWARD key to continue! False Alarms messages are also very important. They indicate that you are not being tested by the TIP System and that the threat that you have found on the screen may actually be real.
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CHAPTER 7 - CBT OPERATION Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the CBT (Computer Based Training) System. It is intended for all users of the XIS.
Introduction CBT is an abbreviation for Computer Based Training. The Astrophysics CBT system emulates the screening operation of the XIS system without the need to run bags through x-ray tunnel. This allows the user to focus on learning to use the XIS without the distractions inherent in running the XIS at an actual security checkpoint. CBT users, for example, can concentrate on learning to use the XIS controls buttons without the worry of missing real threats. CBT users can also set their own training schedule and learning pace.
USING Astrophysics CBT STEP 1 - Have your supervisor turn the CBT option ON. •
The CBT option must be turned ON before it can be used.
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The CBT is enabled by the ADMINISTRATOR user.
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When the CBT is turned ON, the XIS CANNOT be used for regular x-ray screening because normal conveyor belt operation is disabled. \
STEP 2- Login as usual. The regular login procedures are described in Chapter 3. •
Select your user name entry from the drop down.
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Enter your numeric password using the console.
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Wait for the System Ready screen to appear. .
STEP 3 - Press the [LEFT] button to start the CBT simulation. •
Simulated bag image will start scrolling across the screen. Notice how the bags keep scrolling even though the conveyor is stopped
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The bags will continuously scroll across the screen until the [STOP] button is pressed.
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When TIP is turned ON, the CBT does NOT accumulate any statistics on performance.
STEP 4 - Have your supervisor turn the CBT option OFF, when you are ready to use the XIS for real screening operations, .
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CHAPTER 8 -THE XIS SUPERVISOR Chapter Overview This chapter is intended for Supervisory XIS users. It describes work instructions for operations and task normally assigned to Supervisors.
XIS Supervisor XIS Supervisors have four important responsibilities: 1. To add, edit, and delete operator logins 2. To enable or disable usage of the various XIS software options including: IA, CBT, and TIP options. 3. To train their users on how to properly operate the XIS 4. To train their users on how to properly perform their security screening task with the XIS. This task requires training users on threat identification and threat handling procedures. This training instruction is beyond the scope of this manual.
To Add, Edit, Delete User Name Login Account Procedures Follow the procedures below for adding, editing, and deleting User logins.
1. Go to the Please Log In screen and select the Administrator label.
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4. Enter the Administrator Password. • The Administrator password for the XIS is provided to supervisors at the time of system installation. 5. Wait for the User Manager screen to appear.
To ADD A User 1. Click on the [Add] button. 2. Wait for Add New User Screen to appear.
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Date of Birth (Optional information field) Gender (Optional information field) Phone Number (Optional information field)r Address (Optional information field) Social Security (Number) (Optional information field) Select Operator or Administrator (REQUIRED ENTRY FIELD) User Name (REQUIRED ENTRY FIELD) Password (REQUIRED ENTRY FIELD) Confirm Password (REQUIRED ENTRY FIELD) NOTE: Each user must have a unique User Name field entry. Carefully select whether the user is an Operator or Administrator.
4. When you are satisfied with your entries, click on [Save] button. 5. You will next return to the User Manager screen. To Delete a User 1. From the User Menu screen, click on the User Name (from User Name List) that you want to delete. 2. Click on the [Delete] button. 3. When the prompt “Are You Sure …” appears, click the [Yes] button. 4. You will next return to the User Manager screen. To Edit a User’s Profile 1. From the User Menu screen, on the User Name (from User Name List) that you want to delete. 2. Click on the [Edit] button. 3. Wait for the Edit Users Screen to appear 4. Edit the user’s profile. 5. Click on [Save] when you are finished. 6. You will next return to the User Manager screen. To return to the Please Log In screen, click on the [EXIT] button. 1. You will next return to the Please Log In screen.
TO TURN TIP ON / OFF TO TURN IA ON / OFF TO TURN CBT ON / OFF 1. At the PLEASE LOG IN screen, click on the top ADMINSTRATOR button 2. Enter the (numeric) Administrator password. 3. Wait the User Manager screen to appear
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4. At the User Manager screen, click on the bottom [Menu] button. 5. Wait for the Menu screen to appear.
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Check the Threat Project status If the TIP [Threat Project Disable] button is present, click on it to change it to [Threat Project Enable]
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Check the Threat Project status If the TIP [Threat Project Enable] button is present, click on it to change it to Threat Project Disable
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Check the IA status If the IA [IA Enable] button is present, click on it to change it to IA Disable
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Check the Threat Project status If the [IA Enable] button is present, click on it to change it to IA Disable
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Check the CBT status If the CBT [CBT Enable] button is present, click on it to change it to CBT Disable
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Check the CBT status If the [CBT Disable] button is present, click on it to change it to CBT Enable
6. To save your changes and return to the User Manager screen, click on the bottom [Save] button. 7. To the return to Please Log In screen, click on the bottom [Exit] button.
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TO REVIEW THE SYSTEM USAGE REPORT 1. 2. 3. 4.
At the Please Log In screen, click on the top [Supervisor ] button. Click on the User Name Administrator Enter the Administrator password. Wait the User Manager screen to appear
4. At the User Manager screen, click on the top [Report] button. 5. Wait for the Report Generation screen to appear.
The Report Generation screen itemizes the total daily login time by operator user name for the current reporting week. ``````` To select an earlier reporting week, click on the [PREVIOUS] button. 6. To return to the User Manager screen, click on the [CLOSE] button. 7. To the return to Please Log In screen, click on the bottom [EXIT] button. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10
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The XIS System Information Screen The XIS System Information screen displays the following information: o XIS Serial Number o Status of (Ethernet) Modular Jumper (Plug) o Status of (USB) Security Key o Status of Joystick o Status of Operator Console o Version Number of DirectX System Software o XIS Software Version o CPU Information o Amount of PC RAM o Disk Storage Capacity – Total Available and Unused Capacity Remaining o Status of Printer Driver The System Information screen is only available to Supervisory Users. To access the System Information screen use the following procedures: 1. At the Please Log In screen, click on the top Administrator label. 2. Enter the (numeric) Administrator password. 3. Wait the User Manager screen to appear 4. At the User Manager Screen, select (i.e. right click on) “System Information”
Figure 9 - System Information Screen XIS Serial Number XIS Software Version 3. To return to the User Manager screen, Click on the [
