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USER’S MANUAL

FOR

X‐RAY BAGGAGE SCANNER

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Index Chapter 1 – INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................... 4

1.1. Safety Warning Signs.......................................................................................................................... 4

1.2. Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................. 5

Chapter 2 – EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................................ 6

2.1. Scanning Body .................................................................................................................................... 6

2.2. Operating Keyboard ........................................................................................................................... 8

Chapter 3 – X‐RAY MACHINE BASIC OPERATION ........................................................................................ 11

3.1. X‐Ray Machine Inspection ................................................................................................................ 11

3.2. Turning the X‐Ray Machine On ........................................................................................................ 11

3.3. Operating Interface .......................................................................................................................... 12

3.4. Object Inspection ............................................................................................................................. 13

3.5. Power off .......................................................................................................................................... 14

Chapter 4 – IMAGE DISPLAY AND READING ............................................................................................... 15

4.1. Status Information Area ................................................................................................................... 15

4.2. Image Processing Functions Area .................................................................................................... 17

4.3. Operation Functions Area ................................................................................................................ 23

4.4. Menu and Image Navigation Area ................................................................................................... 23

Chapter 5 – MENU SETTINGS ...................................................................................................................... 24

5.1. Image Management ......................................................................................................................... 25

5.1.1 Sorting Images................................................................................................................................ 25

5.1.2. Image Selection ............................................................................................................................. 26

5.1.3. Exporting Images ........................................................................................................................... 26

5.1.4. Opening an Image ......................................................................................................................... 26

5.1.5. Printing an Image .......................................................................................................................... 26

5.1.6. Training Mode ............................................................................................................................... 27

5.2. Operator Management .................................................................................................................... 27

5.2.1. Operator ........................................................................................................................................ 28

5.2.2. Group ............................................................................................................................................ 28

5.2.3. Miscellaneous ............................................................................................................................... 29

5.2.4. Record ........................................................................................................................................... 30

5.3. TIP (Dangerous Goods Detection) .................................................................................................... 31

5.3.1. Image Library ................................................................................................................................ 31

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5.3.2. Rule ............................................................................................................................................... 32

5.3.3. Record ........................................................................................................................................... 33

5.4. Diagnose ........................................................................................................................................... 34

5.4.1. Detector ........................................................................................................................................ 34

5.4.2. X‐Ray Generator ............................................................................................................................ 35

5.4.3. Infrared Sensor .............................................................................................................................. 36

5.4.4. Control Keyboard .......................................................................................................................... 36

5.5. Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 37

5.5.1. Key ................................................................................................................................................. 38

5.5.2. Display ........................................................................................................................................... 38

5.5.3. Scan ............................................................................................................................................... 39

5.5.4. Assist Check ................................................................................................................................... 40

5.5.4. Counter ......................................................................................................................................... 40

5.5.5. System ........................................................................................................................................... 41

5.6. About ................................................................................................................................................ 41

Chapter 6 – CARE AND MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................................... 42

Chapter 7 – TERMINOLOGY ........................................................................................................................ 43

Chapter 8 – TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT ........................................................................................ 44

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Chapter 1 – INTRODUCTION

Dual‐energy X‐Ray security inspection equipment is a new security inspection equipment

which makes use of the penetrating power of X‐Ray to implement the rapid inspection of the

packing baggage and goods. The equipment is equipped with the advanced X‐Ray image

detection system and combines the advantages of the efficient semiconductor detector, digital

image processing technology and computer image display to provide users with an efficient and

reliable high‐quality image processing system with the service function.

The equipment can store any number of high‐definition images, and has the reliable

automatic alarm function for the dangerous goods and drugs, operator training function,

dangerous goods insertion function (TIP), network extending and interconnection function,

automatic error check and maintenance function.

1.1. Safety Warning Signs

Sign Number

Pictogram Description Location

1

Film safety and radiation danger signs

Tunnel access

2

Instruction on how to place objects for scanning (flat not raised)

Tunnel access

3

Instruction to raise the unit using a forklift (heavy item)

Side panels bottom, both sides

4

High voltage warning sign Outside power connection

5

Ground terminal sign Internal equipment

6

X‐Ray source X‐Ray source or sensor box

7

Moving parts warning sign

Both sides of the conveyor belt

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8

Do not insert your hand Front access tunnel

9 EMERGENCY Emergency stop sign Front and rear tunnel access

10 POWER Power light Front and rear tunnel access

11 X‐RAY X‐Ray in use light Front and rear tunnel access

12 ALARM Alarm light Front and rear tunnel access

1.2. Safety Precautions

Do not operate the X‐Ray machine without receiving training related to radiation

protection according to the local state and federal laws and regulations.

All operators must receive necessary training on how to operate the equipment.

Report the installation and operation of the X‐Ray machine to local authorities. It is the

client’s responsibility to acquire approval for system operation and to get operation approvals

from local authorities.

Check the radiation protection conditions of X‐Ray as recommended by manufacturer.

If the X‐Ray machine is not in operation for an extended time, allow the X‐Ray generator

to preheat according to the factory settings. This will guarantee the service life of the X‐Ray

generator.

Do not store the equipment in an environment that contains conductive dust or

chemicals.

Connect the unit to a professionally installed power source, according to the local

regulations.

For maintenance and repairs, contact a factory approved service company.

If any of the components (cables, belt, indicator lights, lead curtain, etc.) are damaged,

turn off the machine and contact a factory approved service company.

Do not open side panels.

When on, do not leave the machine unattended.

After the machine is powered on, do not insert any living body parts (hand, legs) or live

animals through the machine’s tunnel. This can result in body radiation and life threatening

situations.

When the conveyor belt is in use, the operator shall pay attention to objects placement,

to prevent them from blocking the access to the tunnel or falling from the conveyor belt.

Do not allow liquids from spilling over the conveyor belt or inside the tunnel. If such

situation occurs, turn the machine off and clean it immediately.

When the equipment is in operation, do not cover the vents of the access panel to ensure

that the heat dissipation inside the equipment internal is in good condition.

For the daily cleaning maintenance of the equipment, cut off the power.

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Chapter 2 – EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION

The X‐Ray machine has two major components. The first one is the scanning body that

contains the conveyor belt, X‐Ray, processing unit and power. The second one is the review

console that has the review monitor and the operation keyboard.

2.1. Scanning Body

See image below for details on the scanning body and the monitoring console. Depending

on the model, some of the features may or may not be available:

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Emergency Stop Button The emergency stop buttons are installed at top of the inlet and outlet of the tunnel and on the operating keyboard (see section 2.2. Operating Keyboard). When the button is pressed, the conveyor belt and the x‐ray emission will stop immediately. Note: the emergency stop button provided is latching, which means, that in order to return to normal operation, the button needs to be rotated according to the arrow on the button, about 30°.

Power Light (Green)

The power lights are installed at top of the inlet and outlet of the tunnel. They indicate the scanning body is turned on.

X‐Ray Light (Red)

The X‐Ray lights are located at top of the inlet and outlet of the tunnel, and on the operating keyboard (see section 2.2. Operating Keyboard). This light indicates that the scanning body is emitting X‐Ray (actively scanning objects).

Alarm Light (Yellow)

The alarm lights are located at top of the inlet and outlet of the tunnel. Alarms can be triggered when alarm function is enabled (scanned objects contain suspected or impenetrable goods). The display screen will box out the area and the light will go on at the same time.

Lead Curtain The X‐Rays lead curtain block x‐ray from leaking outside the tunnel. Note: If any part of the lead curtain is damaged or missing, turn off the machine and call service support.

Conveyor Belt The conveyor belt transfers the objects through the X‐Ray tunnel. Note: If the conveyor belt or any other component is damaged, turn off the machine and call service support.

Review Console The monitor and the operating keyboard are located inside the review console.

PC Mouse Depending on the unit model, this item is optional or standard. The user can zoom in on the screen image by rolling the wheel on the mouse.

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2.2. Operating Keyboard

The keyboard is used by the operator to turn on/off the conveyor belt, to view, replay

and to store images. For layout and button information, see image and table below:

7 1 2 3 4 5 6 11

8 9 10

1 Key Switch

The user has to insert the right key and to turn the system on. The absence of the key will not allow the user to turn on the machine when pressing the Start Button. Rotate the switch clockwise to the “ON” position to enable the next step (See Start Button below). Rotate the switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” positions. The workstation and the X‐Ray machine will turn off.

2 Start Button

When the Key Switch is in ON position, pressing the start button will power the X‐Ray machine and will boot the processing unit and turn on control lights.

3 Status Lights

Once the system is on, these light will indicate: ‐ Power ON; ‐ Communication between processing unit and

control keyboard; ‐ System status;

4 X‐Ray Light

This is on when an object is scanned (X‐Rays are emitted).

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5 Emergency Button

When the button is pressed, the conveyor belt and the x‐ray emission will stop immediately. Note: The emergency stop button is latching, which means, that in order to return to normal operation, rotated it about 30°, according to the arrow on the button.

6 Image Processing Buttons

Color/BW Image

This button allows the user to switch between color and B/W images.

Organics Sieving

This button allows the user to enable or disable the organics sieving image function

Inorganic Sieving

This button allows the user to enable or disable the inorganic sieving image function

Invert

This button allows the user to invert image colors.

Super Enhancement

This button allows the user to enhance image quality.

High Penetrating Power

This button allows the user to increase the X‐Ray penetrating power for objects that require more attention.

Sign Alarm

When an image is in full screen mode, impenetrable areas will be highlighted in purple red by pressing this button. Pressing the button again will restore the image.

Z789 Suspicious Organics Enhancement

This button allows the user to enhance certain suspicious organics.

Optimal Screen

When in full screen mode, pressing this button allows the user to restore a zoomed in image to 1:1 ratio and to center it.

Function Switch

NOT ENABLED

Zoom In/Out These buttons allow the user to zoom in (from x1 to x64) or zoom out. For the rate of magnification, see the bottom of the screed.

Variable Absorption Rate

This button allows the user to adjust the image variable absorption rate.

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7 Function Keys

Energy‐saving

When not in energy savings mode, the conveyor belt runs continuously. When the button is pressed, the conveyor belt will stop after 15 seconds if there are no objects detected on the conveyor belt. NOTE: This button functions only for units that have energy‐savings sensor module installed.

Menu

This button allows the user to enter the system menu.

Exit

This button allows the user to exit the system menu.

Image Management

This button allows the user to access the image management dialog box. Press the Menu button and then the Image Management button.

8 Custom Functions

For setting the function buttons, see section 4.3. Default configuration is: F1 – Super Enhancement F2 – Local Enhancement F3 – Image Invert

9 Conveyor Control

Forward

This button allows the user to set the conveyor belt to move forward

Stop

This button allows the user to stop the conveyor belt

Back

This button allows the user to set the conveyor belt to move backward

10 Mouse Pad

This area allows the user to move the mouse cursor and use the left and right mouse buttons.

11 Direction Navigation

When an image is in 1:1 scale, left and right arrows allow the user to call back historical images. When magnifying an image, the arrows allow the operator to move the image up, down, left and right.

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Chapter 3 – X‐RAY MACHINE BASIC OPERATION

Do not operate the machine without reading these operating instructions first. 3.1. X‐Ray Machine Inspection

Before turning the machine on, confirm power requirements (110Vac or 220Vac) and

inspect whether the power cable is properly connected. Make sure the equipment is properly

grounded. If the machine is equipped with a network interface, check the network cable is

connected to the machine. See image below:

Check all emergency buttons on both the scanning unit and the operating keyboard. If

any of them is pressed, rotate it clockwise to reset it. Note: If any of the cables are damaged and

the insulation is scratched, or the emergency buttons are not resetting, do not turn the

machine on and contact service support.

Check the lead curtains at both tunnel entry and exit sides. The curtains should not have

obvious gaps or damage. Note: If gaps or damages are noticed do not turn the machine on, and

contact service support.

Check the conveyor belt for any cracks or damages. Note: If the belt shows signs of

cracks, damages or it is misaligned, do not turn the machine on, and contact service support.

Check the inside of the tunnel for left behind objects. If any, remove and notify the

supervisor.

3.2. Turning the X‐Ray Machine On

Insert the key into the key switch of the control keyboard and rotate it clockwise 90° to

the “ON” position. Press and hold the power button for about 1 second until the power light

turns on. Wait for the processing unit to boot.

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3.3. Operating Interface

The system will automatically login as the default user. Note: If the system administrator

disabled the automatic login function, then use the provided user name and password to login.

The user can control the X‐Ray machine using the buttons from the operation keyboard

or using the soft buttons displayed on the monitor, by using the keypad mouse (or the regular

mouse if the monitoring console is equipped with one).

Note: Going forward, in this manual, the first button to be shown will be the soft button

(on the screen). The second button to be displayed is the hard button on the operating

keyboard. For example, on the image below, the operator can acknowledge the command by

pressing the soft button or the hard button: or .

After login, the software will display a “Clear the Channel” warning sign. The operator can

move the conveyor belt using the left/right soft buttons or the keypad left/right buttons:

/ soft buttons

operating keypad buttons

Use the stop buttons once the tunnel is cleared: or .

Once everything is clear, press the OK buttons: or .

If the machine is not in use for more than 24 hours, the X‐Ray generator needs to pre‐

heat when the machine is turned on. The image below will be displayed when entering the main

interface. Wait for 1 to 20 minutes for the X‐Ray generator to pre‐heat.

The preheat mode helps to extend the lifetime of the X‐Ray generator. For an estimated

waiting period, see the table below:

If the machine is not on for 1 to 3 days Preheat time: 3 minutes



If the machine is not on for more than 90 days Preheat time: up to 60 minutes

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Once preheat is complete, the system main interface will be displayed; see image below:

3.4. Object Inspection

Place the object on the conveyor belt, at the tunnel entry (follow placement warning

sign).

Notes:

‐ Place light, thin, dirty and damaged objects in appropriate plastic container for

inspection.

‐ Do not extend hands or any other body parts behind the lead curtain, inside the

tunnel.

‐ Do not scan live animals.

‐ If objects accumulate at the exit of the tunnel, press the emergency stop button and

clear the belt.

Click the move buttons ( / or ) to run the conveyor belt forward

and backward, as necessary. When the objects are scanned, the X‐Ray lights will turn on (on both

the unit and the keyboard) and an image will display on the screen:

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Note: In default mode the operator can scan object only when the conveyor belt moves

forward. If Bi‐directional Scanning function is enabled, the operator can use / or

to scan objects when the conveyor belt moves backward.

Once the object image appears on the screen, the operator can click on the function keys

to better identify and judge the objects.

When the object arrives at the tunnel exit, press the conveyor belt stop button ( )

and remove the object. The operator can proceed to the next object inspection.

3.5. Power off

Check conveyor belt and tunnel for any left behind object. If any, remove it and notify the

supervisor.

Press the stop button ( or ) and rotate the key switch counterclockwise to

OFF position. The system will power off automatically.

Notes:

‐ Do not disconnect the power until all lights are off.

‐ Wait for 60 seconds before starting the machine again.

Remove the key from the key switch and store it according to the rules.

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Chapter 4 – IMAGE DISPLAY AND READING

See image below for the monitor view of the operating interface:

Image Display Area

Status Image Operation Menu and

Information Processing Functions Image Functions Navigation

4.1. Status Information Area

Current user group

There are three groups of users: sys (system administrator), mt (maintenance) and usr (general user). For the initial startup, the system will login as “usr”. Change the user using the menu options.

Magnification rate

This area displays the current magnification rate, which can vary from x1 to x64.

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Equipment status

The equipment can display a number of six status reports: waiting, ready, preparing, scanning, paused and fault. Ready – system started normally and conveyor belt is not running. Preparing – object is on the conveyor belt and is moving towards the tunnel. X‐Ray light turns on. Scanning – object moves in the scanning area, inside the tunnel. Paused – the object is in scanning area, but the operator reverses or stops the conveyor belt. Waiting – the object clears the scanning area. Fault – typically when the emergency button is triggered, or another fault appears with the system.

Scanning mode

Uni‐DIR – scan objects when conveyor belt moves forward only. Bi‐DIR – scan object when conveyor belt moves either forward or backward.

Counter

This area displays the number of objects scanned by the operator

Automatic sensor switch

When “Assist Check / Display Identification tags” is set to “Hide”, no markers will be displayed. If it is set to “Show”, then the following markers are displayed: Red marker – objects difficult to penetrate Yellow marker – suspected explosives Green marker – suspected drugs

TIP function Displays the status of the TIP function, either ON or OFF

Forced scan Display the status of the forced scan, either ON or OFF

System time Display system time

System status

Display current system status. Certain codes are available for easy fault identification: [100] Failure to communicate with the master controller. [101] Power switch of master controller triggered. [102] Emergency button triggered. [103] Micro‐switch for L‐type box triggered. [104] Micro‐switch for side cover plate triggered. [105] Acquisition system fault.

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4.2. Image Processing Functions Area

Images shown on the display monitor can be manipulated using the operating keyboard

or the soft buttons shown below:

The software displays the image with four types of colors according to a category:

orange for the organic matter, blue for inorganic matter, green for mixed and black (or red) for

objects with uncertain properties (or hard to penetrate). See below various options

BW

Color Image / Black and White Image Select BW to remove colors from the image.

LE Local Enhancement Select LE when an object is hidden behind another one or it has uncertain material properties.

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HP

Enhancement of High Penetrating Power

This selection modifies the image contrast.

LP Enhancement of Low Penetrating Power

This selection improves the contrast of the darker areas (low penetration)

GE

Super Enhancement

This selection displays objects hidden behind thick objects.

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OS Organics Exclusion This selection turns grey all organic material, allowing the operator to see the inorganic material (guns, knives, cans, etc.).

MS

Inorganic Exclusion

This selection turns grey all inorganic material, allowing the operator to see the organic material (drugs, explosives, etc.).

RS

Negative

This selection allows the operator to highlight less X‐Ray absorbent objects, like metal wire.

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BR Brightening This selection allows the operator to brighten the image

DK Darkening This selection allows the operator to darken the image.

GS Grey Level Scan This selection allows the operator to darken the brighter areas and to brighten the darker areas.

Use the operating keyboard to process images, as detailed below:

Image Magnification

These buttons allow the operator to enlarge an image up to x64 its original size. This action can also be accomplished by using the mouse wheel. Select the middle button to bring the image to its original size.

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When an image is magnified, the arrows allow the operator to move the image up, down, left and right.

PC Pseudo‐Color Processing

This selection allows the operator better identify objects. The combination of PC and HP function is suitable for the view of high‐density objects. The combination of the PC and RS function is suitable for the view of the thin objects (like wires)

Suspicious Organics Enhancement Z7 / Z8 / Z9

This button allows the operator to highlight certain objects based on their atomic number. 7 – water, plastic explosives 8 – impure drugs or explosives 9 – pure drugs

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Alarm Sign Box of Suspicious Organics

This command allows the system to automatically highlight the areas that contain suspicious items (red, yellow and green), and to turn the alarm light on for the security personnel.

EE Edge Enhancement This button allows the operator to sharpen the original image.

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4.3. Operation Functions Area

This area contains shortcut keys (F1 – Super Enhancement, F2 – Local Enhancement, F3 –

Negative), conveyor belt commands (forward, stop and back) and image commands (previous

and next

The function buttons can be customized. Default configuration is: F1 – Super Enhancement F2 – Local Enhancement F3 – Image Invert

These buttons allow the operator to use the mouse to move or stop the conveyor belt. The same commands can be done using the

keyboard buttons:

These buttons allow the operator to navigate through images (previous and next).

4.4. Menu and Image Navigation Area

This area allows the user to enter the settings menu, to calibrate the machine and to

preview images.

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Click on the Menu soft button (or the keypad button ). There are three access levels:

system administrator (sys), maintenance (mt) and operations (usr).

Click on the Calibrate soft button to calibrate the equipment performance. After the

operation is complete, the results are indicated on the result status bar of the information area.

refers to the normal scan state or the corresponding setting state. Click “Menu”

button to enter the menu interface, and press the button again to switch between

, and . When entering the training mode, will be

displayed on this location.

The image navigation are allows the operator to see the object from the main image in

the object line context.

Chapter 5 – MENU SETTINGS

In order to access the menu setting, press on the on the control keyboard.

Depending on the access level, the sub‐menu has different options, see image below:

System Administrator Maintenance Operations

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To access the appropriate menu, logoff and then log in using the approved username and

password.

5.1. Image Management

This option allows the user to enter the image management menu, see image below:

5.1.1 Sorting Images

On the bottom menu, select the third button: “Category 3”. This will enable the

operator to sort images by category and time.

Category ‐ Automatically saved ‐ image files recorded and saved in the scanning process ‐ Sample – images built‐in the equipment

Time This option includes multiple time choices: “Current session”, “Today”, “Yesterday”, “The day before yesterday” and “All”

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5.1.2. Image Selection

Select the corresponding images in the automatically saved list by clicking the "Select

All" button, "Deselect" button or a single click of the mouse applied on the image file. When an

image is selected, as shown in the image below, the following information becomes available:

scanning date and time, user and picture number.

5.1.3. Exporting Images

Insert a memory device (such as a USB stick) and choose the images to be exported. Click

the "Export" button and select desired format types for exporting the image (XF, PNG, BMP, JPEG,

TIFF, GIF):

5.1.4. Opening an Image

Select the image and click“0pen” button to preview and to process the image.

5.1.5. Printing an Image

If the equipment is equipped with a printer, then you can click “Print” button to print

the selected image(s)

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5.1.6. Training Mode

Click “Train” button and a pop up screen will confirm the system is in training mode:

Press and on the keyboard, the system will enter the operator’s training

mode. End the training mode by selecting “Menu” and then “Finish Training”:

5.2. Operator Management

This option allows the system administrator to manage users and groups. As seen below,

there are four tabs: Operator, Group Miscellaneous and Record:

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5.2.1. Operator

This option allows the system administrator to add, edit and remove users. Fill in user

name, assign a group and then click “Reset PWD”. Allow the user to input password.

This selection also allows the administrator o Edit or Delete any users:

5.2.2. Group

The group list has three permission groups: administrator, maintenance and operation;

the privilege list shows all the permissions of this group:

Click "Add" button to add a new group and to assign privileges (system settings, image

management, TIP, system diagnosis, operator management), and then click "OK" button.

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Click "Edit" button to modify the name, description and permission of the group; and

click the "Delete" button to delete a group:

5.2.3. Miscellaneous

Set up “Automatically Log in the System” and “0perator Automatically Log in”. The default

settings are “Enabled” and “usr”,

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5.2.4. Record

This option allows the administrator to see and export logs containing operator user

name, login and log‐out time spent and counter.

Click the "Export" button to select the exporting location (local or external memory

device), and also click "Create Directory" button and enter the name of the new directory (to

save the log):

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5.3. TIP (Dangerous Goods Detection)

The administrator can automatically insert images of dangerous objects into the scanner

memory, which will trigger and alarm once a matching object is detected during a regular scan.

The TIP menu has three tabs: Image Library, Rule and Record:

5.3.1. Image Library

The image library lists the image folders of dangerous goods to be inserted "knife",

"knife2" and so on. Open the pull‐down menu of the corresponding file and choose the

corresponding files to preview the image content.

Import allows the user to import typical images

Delete allows the user to delete images

Name allows the user to name the images

Ratio allows the user to change the image ration zise

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5.3.2. Rule

This menu allows the administrator to enable rules for images

Enable It refers to the enabled state of TIP, and you can choose "yes/no". If you select yes", the TIP is ON and at the same time, the information area on the application software interface displays: "TIP: ON"; if you select "no", the TIP is OFF and at the same time, the information area on the application software interface also displays: "TIP: OFF". In addition only in the condition of "TIP; ON", the settings below are valid.

Insertion interval It refers to that how many parcels one dangerous product is inserted. The range is the value of multiples of 5: 5‐100, and the insertion is random.

Floating Range It refers to the floating range of the insertion position for the TIP plc. and can be set to the value of multiples of 5 by 0% ~100%.

Time to Recognize when Keep Moving

It refers to the time from the appearance to disappearance of the TIP images, if in case of insert the TIP image while the scanning images are moving (i.e., you can recognize the TIP image in this period of time). During this period, if the tester or the user presses the functional shortcut "Recognize TIP" (a functional shortcut can be set to "Identify TIP" on the system setting, as shown in Section6.6), then the interface will pop up the prompt: “Has Recognize TIPxxx”; if no action is applied to" Recognize TIP" shortcut in this period, the interface will pop up the prompt:” Fail to Recognize TIPxxx”, as shown in the settings above. When TIP images are inserted, you can press "Recognize TIP" functional shortcut within 4 seconds, then the interface will pop up the prompt: “Has Recognize TIPxxx”; if no action is applied to" Recognize TIP" shortcut within4 seconds, the interface will pop up the prompt: “Fail to Recognize TIPxxx”. 4 seconds later, the TIP pic. will disappear automatically, and it can reappear only in the training mode

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Time to Recognize when Keep Still

It refers to the time from the appearance to disappearance of the TIP pic, while the scanning images are static. The principle and process are as the same with moving state.

5.3.3. Record

This option allows the administrator to see and export logs.

Click the "Export" button to select the exporting location (local or external memory

device), and also click "Create Directory" button and enter the name of the new directory (to

save the log):

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5.4. Diagnose

This option allows the administrator to diagnose the equipment performance.

5.4.1. Detector

Detector diagnosis module can display the gray level data curve of the sensor array and

you can press “Start Emit” and “Stop Emit” to observe the gray level of the curve to check

whether the detector is in good condition and whether the position of the detector board is in

the appropriate position.

”Start Emit" button – the X‐ray begins to emit and the curve rises;

"Stop Emit" button – the X‐ray stops emitting, the curve falls back.

"Forward", "Stop" and "Backward" button to test the "Forward", "Stop" and Reverse"

operations of the conveyor belt.

"Close" button – exit from the equipment diagnosis menu.

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Curve Judgement Criterion:

‐ Different devices are equipped with different number of the detection plates and the

number of sensing points differs.

‐ The gray level of the curve should be between 25,000 and 55,000 and the whole

curve presents an arc with a hollow center.

5.4.2. X‐Ray Generator

The diagnosis module can show whether the voltage and current are normal under the

condition of the normal emission of rays to make a preliminary judgment of X‐ray generator:

”Start Emit" button – the X‐ray begins to emit and the system displays the normal voltage

and current.

"Stop Emit" button – the X‐ray stops emitting. The specific voltage and current settings

vary with the equipment model.

"Forward", "Stop" and "Backward" button to test the "Forward", "Stop" and Reverse"

operations of the conveyor belt.

"Close" button – exit from the equipment diagnosis menu.

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5.4.3. Infrared Sensor

The "infrared sensor” diagnosis module is used to diagnose whether two pairs of infrared

sensors are activated at entrances and exits.

Test Method 1: Place an opaque object at the entrance to keep off the ray of infrared

sensors, then Port A will output a high‐level square wave; the longer the blocking time is, the

wider the square wave will be. This shows the Port A operation is normal. Test Port B in the same

way.

Test Method 2: When you place an object on the conveyor and click the button, then Port

A will output a high‐level square wave. This shows the Port A operation is normal. Port B will

output a high‐level square wave, which shows like the image below:

5.4.4. Control Keyboard

Use this option to test if the keys on the control keyboard are operational. Only technical

personnel shall use this mode.

‐ The "Power" button, the "right button" of mouse and the mouse navigation area

cannot be tested in the diagnosis module.

‐ When you click the buttons on the multifunction keyboard, the corresponding button

on the software interface will be on. During the test, you should repeatedly test each

button for 6 ‐ 10 times and observe whether the key on the keyboard is pressed or up

normally and the corresponding button is on timely and smoothly.

‐ When you click "Exit" button, the system exits from the diagnosis menu of the

keyboard.

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5.5. Settings

This menu allows the system administrator to set various options (“F” keys, display, scan

assist check, counter and system).

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5.5.1. Key

This option allows the system administrator to set a command for the three “F” keys on

the control keyboard. By default, the commands are F1 – Super Enhancement, F2 – Local

Enhancement and F3 – Negative. From the drop down menu, additional command options are:

Original Image Inorganic Exclusion Assistant recognize

Edge Enhancement Z789 Recognize TIP

Super Enhancement Negative Log Off

High Penetration Grey Scanning Power Save

Low Penetration Var‐Absorbency Minus Reset Automatically

Brightening Var‐Absorbency Plus Image Management

Darkening Colorizing/Black and White Operator Management

Local Enhancement Organic/Inorganic Exclusion TIP Management

Black and White HighPen/LowPen System Settings

Pseudocolor Brighten/Darken System Diagnose

Colorizing Force Scanning About

Organic Exclusion Calibrate System

Select Yes/No for “Exchange Belt Direction Control Key”.

5.5.2. Display

Use the “Display” function to set the mirror images (horizontally or vertically), to set the

maximum magnification rate of the images or magnification reset once a new image is displayed

on the screen. See image below:

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5.5.3. Scan

See image below for the “Scan” menu:

Bi-directional Scanning This option enables the X‐Ray machine to scan objects when the conveyor belt is moving forward and back. Select “No” to scan only when the conveyor belt is moving forward

Scanning Direction This option determines the scanning direction of the X‐Ray machine (default is “Forward”). This option is only available when the machine is set to uni‐directional.

Forces a Scan This option is used to scan ultra‐thin objects. Default is set to “No”.

Energy‐Saving Mode This option is used to stop the conveyor belt 15 seconds after no objects are placed on it. Default is set to “No”

Calibrates Automatically When Logged in to the System

Enable or disable automatic calibration when a user log’s into the machine.

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5.5.4. Assist Check

The system can automatically detect certain objects that can be hard to penetrate,

dangerous or illegal. This option allows the user to enable or disable this function, and to highlight

any such object.

5.5.4. Counter

This option allows the system administrator to reset the temporary counter upon user

login and to display the count information on the software interface. Note: Total Counter

information cannot be reset.

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5.5.5. System

This option allows the system administrator to set the system date/time, tube current

and gain value.

Date and time synchronize automatically with the industrial PC.

Select “Senior 1” button to enter the advanced menu. Technicians should only perform

these operations. This option enables the technician to change X‐Ray tube current and the gain

value.

5.6. About

This menu allows the operator to view machine scan information such software version,

scanner type and serial number, scanning timer, working timer, emit timer and remaining and

total capacity.

Click the “S.N.1” button to activate the serial number of the machine.

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Chapter 6 – CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Follow the instructions below in order to maintain safe operation and to extend operating

life of the machine. NOTE: before operating any maintenance turn off and disconnect the

machine from the power supply.

1. Clean up the surface of the equipment on a regular basis in order to guarantee the

normal operation of equipment. Remove dust or any other kind of dirt using a clean

moist towel.

2. If the injection port of the photoelectric sensor is covered or blocked, the equipment

will emit x‐ray and scan immediately. If "Force a Scan" function is disabled, then the

photoelectric sensor may be covered or blocked. Please turn off the equipment and

remove the key from the operation keyboard. The photoelectric sensor is located on

the inner wall of the tunnel inside the lead curtain. Check whether the photoelectric

sensor is covered, which may affect the accuracy of the photoelectric sensor signal.

Gently wipe the surface of the photoelectric sensor with the moist cotton ball to clean

the sensor surface.

3. Disconnect power to the monitor. Wipe the LCD screen gently with a soft, dry cloth.

If any marks remain, moisten the cloth with LCD cleaner, and then gently stroke the

cloth across the display in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the

bottom.

4. During a prolonged scanning process, the conveyor belt of the equipment may deviate

from the center, which will require a belt adjustment. Contact professional

maintenance personnel to adjust the conveyor belt.

5. Inspect and dust clean the lead curtain. If the gap is too large or the curtains fall or

are damaged, contact the professional maintenance personnel. NOTE: use gloves

when adjusting or replacing the lead curtains.

6. Inspect the light indicators and make sure they function as described in this manual.

If any damages are found, contact professional maintenance personnel.

7. The Emergency Stop buttons on the X‐Ray machine and the operation keyboard are

the key safety devices, so if one of them or both are loose or its shells are damaged,

stop the equipment immediately, and contact the professional maintenance

personnel to maintain or replace the corresponding Emergency Stop button. After

maintenance, press this Emergency Stop button. At this moment, the motor inside

the system will stop running; the X‐ray generator will stop emitting X‐ray. A pop‐up

message will show on display stating the “Emergency Stop button is pressed down”

which show that the switch can work normally.

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Chapter 7 – TERMINOLOGY

Equipment: Micro‐dose X‐ray security inspection equipment based on computer platform for energy resolution.

Line Resolution: Equipment’s ability to distinguish a single solid copper line. The line resolution is generally expressed in nominal diameter of the line (mm) or the corresponding wire size (AWG).

Penetration Resolution: The ability of the equipment to distinguish the single solid copper line under the condition of the aluminum alloy step with the specified thickness. The penetration resolution is expressed in the nominal diameter of the line (mm) or the corresponding wire size (AWG).

Penetrating Power: The ability of the equipment to penetrate an object to be inspected and is generally expressed in the thickness of the steel plate (mm).

Space Resolution: The ability of the equipment to distinguish a metal wire. It is expressed in the nominal diameter of the line (mm).

Equivalent Atomic Number

In interaction of X‐ray and matter, the equivalent atomic number is the characteristic parameter used to calculate the attenuation, absorption and scattering ability regard with to X‐ray. For the elementary substance, the position number in the periodic table, namely the electron number of an atom for the substance, it is the atomic number; for the compound or mixture, it is obtained by calculation or experiment.

Organics Substance with the equivalent atomic numberless than 10.

Inorganics Substance with the equivalent atomic number more than18.

Single Inspection Dose X‐ray dose absorbed by the goods to be inspected in the process of one inspection in Gy (1Gy=1J/kg).

Ray Leaking Dose Rate Ionizing radiation intensity per unit time of the X‐ray which penetrates the radiation shield and leaks out of the equipment in uGy/h.

Micro‐dose X‐ray Security Inspection System

X‐ray security inspection system with the single inspection dose less than5 uGy.

Start Button of Secondary Electric Power Supply

It refers to the switch component that should be confirmed twice to power on the equipment, and is generally applied for the radiation equipment.

Preheating Tube It refers to the process of X‐ray tube's voltage being increased gradually in the boot and automatic start process of the equipment, and its purpose is generally to protect the service life of the ray tube.

Scroll It is used to display the image from left to right of the screen or from right to left.

Operator Sensor Sensor used to detect the operator on‐the‐job state. If the system is equipped with such component, then when the operator is close to it, the equipment can normally; when the operator is away from it, the equipment will automatically shut off the power supplies of the X‐ray generator and the conveyor.

Emergency Stop button

It is used in an emergency and will cut off the power supplies of the X‐ray generator and the conveyor at once.

X‐ray Detector A sensor that can detect (measure) X‐ray and convert the X‐ray intensity into a processed electrical signal.

Test Object(Box) Test object used to test and evaluate the performance indications of X‐ray image.

Test Card Test object used to test and evaluate an index of X‐ray image.

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Organics Resolution It refers to the ability of the equipment to distinguish organics and is expressed in the thickness of discriminable organic step.

Inorganics Resolution It refers to the ability of the equipment to distinguish inorganics and is expressed in the thickness of discriminable steel step.

Impenetrable Area The objects’ area that cannot be identified by the equipment. The strength that the X‐ray penetrates the objects and reaches the detector is almost zero.

Uncertain Material Area

It refers to the area where the X‐ray can penetrate but the detector cannot identify the material property of the goods to be inspected.

Pass Rate It refers to the quantity of goods in length of 1 meter inspected by the equipment within one hour.

Chapter 8 – TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT

For Troubleshooting and Support, please contact Aventura Technologies Inc.:

Tel: +1.631.300.4000

Fax: +1.631.434.7000

Email: [email protected]

Skype: aventurasupport

Web‐site: http://www.aventurasecurity.com

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