XIS User Manual RevA2 20080109 U0L

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 XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 1 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. 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 1.1 A A.1 A.2 AUTHOR F.Tamura F.Tamura 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. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 2 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. 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 Page 3 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. .......................................................................................................................................................ZOOM & SCREEN BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS..................... 74 INTRODUCTION ........................... 85 APPENDIX A.......... 46 Figure 6 ...................................................................................................... 108 AOCP REV 1 ............................................ 109 AOCP REV 1 .............................................. 103 APPENDIX E – AOCP REVISION 1.............................SOME GUIDELINES ON WHAT CAN BE X-RAYED...................... 44 Figure 5 ..................EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON ..............................................................................................................................................................................Screen Menu Map ..... 77 Figure 9 ...................................................................Color Image Adjustment Comparison..................................................................................... AND [RIGHT .................................................. 8 Figure 2 .............................17 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTION AVAILABILITY....................................................................................................................................... 52 Figure 8 ........KEY-SWITCH .........System Information Screen ............. 105 AOCP REV 1 ............................ 102 APPENDIX D – XKEYPAD OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL ..........A Rel 2007..........................XIS IMAGE COLORATION SCHEMA .................... 111 APPENDIX F – SCREEN MENU MAP.......................SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS.................................................................................... 83 Figure 11 ................ 112 LIST OF TABLES Table Table Table Table Table Table 1 2 3 4 5 6 – XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................... 97 APPENDIX B ................................................................................................................................................Foot Mat Switch ...................................................................CONVEYOR CONTROL KEYS [LEFT].. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.............................. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U................................................................................................... is prohibited................................................... 20 Figure 3 ............ 50 Figure 7 – AOCP Rev 2 .................................................... 106 AOCP REV 1 ......................................................................................................................... and international copyrights and patents.............................................. 76 CHAPTER 9 .... 105 AOCP REV 1 .....THE XIS 100XDV DUAL VIEW SYSTEM............... 74 CHAPTER 8 -THE XIS SUPERVISOR ..................QUICK STARTUP GUIDE.............................................. [STOP]............................................................................................ 112 INDEX ..................................... EDIT......................Please Log In Screen .....IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR STOPPED..........................X-ray Imaging Screen .......................S..............15 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS .......... 110 AOCP REV 1 ........................................................................................................................................10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc..........Tip Report Screen ................ Reproduction.......................................................Report Generation Screen......................... 84 Figure 12 .................32 ...........42 Page 4 of 113 XIS Users Manual Rev..................................................... DELETE USER NAME LOGIN ACCOUNT PROCEDURES . 76 CHAPTER OVERVIEW .................................................................Advance Operator Control Panel – Keyboard Layout.............. 76 TO ADD................................................................... 107 AOCP REV 1 .. 27 Figure 4 ..........................................................................................................................................IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS..................................B/W Images Adjustment Comparison..................................................................... adaptation............................................................ 98 APPENDIX C – ABBREVIATIONS AND GLOSSARY ............................................ 76 XIS SUPERVISOR .......................18 ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 104 AOCP REV 1 ..................................................................................NUMERIC BUTTONS .............................CHAPTER OVERVIEW ........ .................. 113 LIST OF FIGURES Figure 1 – XIS Safety Features. All rights are reserved.............................Add New User Screen ....................................................................................................................................................... 82 Figure 10 ...........30 – LIST OF COMMON Z-NUMBERS.........STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS ........ .. “]”) brackets.. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents.. .... The Operator Control Panel has a Cirque Glidepoint ™ Touchpad..S...43 Table 1 – XIS 100XDV Technical Specifications ........ textbox......IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR RUNNING ........ the STOP button on the operator console is represented as [STOP] IMPORTANT NOTICE Very important notices are highlighted by the “IMPORTANT NOTICE” text box.. This manual may refer to selecting and “clicking” on an icon.....10 Page 5 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved... Reproduction...Table 7 ..A Rel 2007.... Double tapping the touchpad is equivalent to clicking the left PC mouse button in the Microsoft Windows Operating System... the Astrophysics Inc..... X-ray Imaging System is generically referred to as the XIS...87 CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL Throughout this manual.... XIS Users Manual Rev....... or other object on the screen. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc....... Key step-by-step procedures are highlighted by a tan background.......... In this case. the instruction to “click” refers to double tapping the touchpad... The touchpad allows users to simply glide a finger over the touchpad surface and gently tap to perform input functions...... adaptation....... is prohibited... These messages involve critical safety issues and deserve special attention............ The Touchpad replaces the standard PC computer “mouse”...... Important operational information is highlighted in yellow... Operator console buttons are specified in “square” (“[“... For example........ Circuit breakers that disconnect power from the main AC input into the XIS if the unit becomes overloaded. is prohibited. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. It is intended for all users of the XIS.A Rel 2007. Lead fabric curtains at the inspection tunnel openings to help block scattered x-rays from escaping the tunnel. They cannot be directly detected by any of the human senses. The x-ray generator is activated only for the minimum amount of time necessary to image items traversing the inspection tunnel. . 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. adaptation. A key-switch that requires that a key be inserted and turned to the “ON” position to power up and operate the XIS unit. An X-ray ON LED light is also located on the main operator control panel. Interlock switches that stops (power off) the x-ray generator and conveyor belt when an access panel is opened or removed.CHAPTER 1 . 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. A Power-ON LED light is also located on the main operator control panel. Xrays can be harmful to human health. Steel frame and heavy gauge steel panels that reduce any residual external x-ray radiation emissions. Page 6 of 113 • • • • • XIS Users Manual Rev. Emergency Stop switches that can be pressed to immediately stop (power off) the x-ray generator and the conveyor belt. 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. Chapter Overview This chapter provides important safety information on operating the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS). and international copyrights and patents.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT The Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System produces and uses ionizing x-ray radiation. Please exercise the utmost safety and read this ENTIRE manual before using the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System. Infrared Photocells inside the inspection tunnels that senses when objects entering and exiting the inspection tunnel. Reproduction. All rights are reserved.S. Prominent labels that warns users to not insert any part of their body when the x-rays are produced. while the conveyor and x-ray generator are being used.A Rel 2007. is prohibited. manning the controls. Reproduction. All rights are reserved.S.10 Page 7 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation.• An optional foot-mat switch that requires the continuous presence of an operator. Password protected access to the application software. . and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. • • XIS Users Manual Rev. Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.A Rel 2007. adaptation.S.10 Page 8 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. . All rights are reserved. is prohibited. Figure 1 – XIS Safety Features XIS Users Manual Rev. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.The diagrams describes identifies the various safety feature on a typical Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System. Connect the unit to a well grounded power outlet. all major electromechanical devices can be hazardous and should be treated with care and respect. The XIS must be protected from moisture. If you need product support. 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. The X-ray ON light will momentarily turn on and off when the conveyor belt is just started. or (2) press the Emergency Stop button .S. Keep fingers away from the edges of the conveyor belt and end rollers. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. If a threatening object is identified. Reproduction. Page 9 of 113 • • • • • • • XIS Users Manual Rev. If an item becomes jammed in the inspection tunnel. relocated. follow the safety precautions below: • • • • • • Do NOT operate the unit outdoors. . This occurs when objects are carried through the x-ray tunnel by the conveyor. The XIS requires a reliable protective earth ground to operate. and extremes of temperature. Do NOT allow anyone to sit on or ride the conveyor.S. or (4) turn the key-switch to the OFF position BEFORE attempting to clear the tunnel. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. follow the procedures established at your facility for handling such objects The XIS is recognized by the U. The Power ON light becomes lit when the key-switch is turned to the ON position. Check the Power ON and the X-ray ON lights for proper operation before screening items. The X-ray ON light becomes lit again when the x-ray generator is producing x-rays for imaging. Clear the x-ray tunnel of all items before starting the unit. All cover panels must be closed and securely fastened before system operation. However. and serviced by an Astrophysics certified technician. Do NOT insert any part of the body into the inspection tunnel while x-rays are energized. There are no user serviceable parts inside the machine.A Rel 2007. or (3) turn the main AC switch to the OFF position. either (1) press [STOP]. FDA as a cabinet x-ray device. is prohibited. Do NOT operate the unit when the x-ray curtains are torn or missing. Do NOT allow the entry of open containers of liquid into the inspection tunnel.Safety Precautions The Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS) is designed to be safe and easy to use. The XIS should ONLY be installed. precipitation. adaptation.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The XIS internally uses high voltages. When operating the XIS. contact the Astrophysics Customer Service Department. Avoid all unnecessary radiation exposures. See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section on page 10 of this manual for the address and telephone number. If required. Reproduction.S.S. Be prepared to follow them. XIS users are responsible for their compliance with all applicable Federal. Code of Federal Regulations Title 14.26. Many jurisdictions and companies require an initial and annual radiation safety surveys. Many jurisdictions and companies require that employees wear personal dosimeters to measure any occupational exposure to ionizing radiation.S. Center for Devices and Radiological Health. Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Section 108.A Rel 2007.S. Failure to comply may result in substantial penalties. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. state. Section 129. U. Federal Health and Safety Regulatory Compliance The XIS is classified as a Cabinet X-ray Device by the U. Federal Aviation Administration. Code of Federal Regulations Title 21 Section 1020.40. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation. XIS Users Manual Rev. Department of Health and Human Services. Food and Drug Administration. and articles that you are examining with your XIS. Use of X-ray Systems. Food and Drug Administration. and local laws.10 Page 10 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Radiological Health Standards for Cabinet X-Ray Systems.17.S. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. packages. Federal Health and Safety Regulations including: • U. Use of X-ray Systems.S. Facility Safety During security screening operations you may identify hazardous contraband. is prohibited. Plan ahead. Have your facility security manager prepare clear and concise instructions for handling these situations. and other threats in the bags. weapons. Federal Aviation Administration. • • • Some jurisdictions require the registration of x-ray producing equipment PRIOR to their usage.U. explosives. It complies with U. . • • Local Regulatory Compliance Local radiation safety requirements differ significantly from one jurisdiction to another. and U. 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. please call the Astrophysics Customer Service Department See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section below for the telephone number.S. 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. is prohibited. Requesting Product Assistance If you have a problem with your XIS. All rights are reserved. Please have the following information available when you call: 1. Astrophysics Inc.10 Page 11 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. economic. Virtual Internet. Technical Support. Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. misuse. improper installation or operation in a manner not set forth by this manual. XIS Users Manual Rev. adaptation. Reproduction. and business contact information for Astrophysics Inc. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The Model and Serial Number of your XIS system.A Rel 2007.PRODUCT SUPPORT Chapter Overview This chapter provides product support. neglect. Astrophysics Inc. Field Service. warrants the XIS to be free of defects for the warranty period. Product Warranty Per the terms of your sales contract. . See the Astrophysics Business Contact Information section on the following page for the telephone number. or contingent damages. Note: The Serial Number of the XIS is usually located under the conveyor bed next to AC power cord connection. shall not be liable for other consequential. and international copyrights and patents. warranty. within the warranty period.CHAPTER 2 . training. The parts warranty does not apply to any parts or material that has been damaged as a result of accident. Under the parts warranty. This information is intended for the all users of the XIS. will replace defective parts that are returned freight prepaid to Astrophysics Inc. 10 Page 12 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. at: ASTROPHYSICS CONTACT INFORMATION Astrophysics Inc. California 91789-5233 United States Telephone: (909) 598-5488 Fax: (909) 598-5466 Web Page: www. . A description of the problem and any error messages that were displayed. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. 3.A Rel 2007. 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.2.S. All rights are reserved.com E-Mail: support@astrophysicsinc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.astrophysicsinc. Please note the circumstances that preceded your problem. adaptation. contact Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. 21481 Ferrero Parkway City of Industry.com XIS Users Manual Rev. 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. X-ray imaging allows the internal inspection of enclosed items without the need for opening the enclosing container. All rights are reserved.A Rel 2007. The XIS thus provides fast unobtrusive inspection of hand carried bags. court houses. 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.10 Page 13 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.. and other articles. and compares the transmission of High Energy (high frequency) and Low Energy (low frequency) x-rays through items that are being imaged. each member of the above XIS Product Family nevertheless behaves and operates essentially the same. For additional and specific information on operating the XIS 100X-DV. 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). The discussions and instructions in this manual apply to all members of the above XIS Product Family except where noted. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and • A common set of operating instructions. packages. adaptation. . From this comparison. corporate mailrooms and other areas requiring controlled access. The XIS combines simplicity of operation with state of the arts image clarity and resolution.CHAPTER 3 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS Chapter Overview This chapter is an overview of the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System and its technical specifications. the XIS is able to determine approximate material composition. Introduction The XIS is a sophisticated computer based dual energy** x-ray imaging system for screening baggage and cargo. is prohibited. and international copyrights and patents. ** Dual Energy – The XIS measures. XIS Users Manual Rev. dual x-ray view imaging system. please refer to Chapter 9. It is designed to meet the screening needs of airport security checkpoints. • A common operating system with common operating features. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction.S. prisons. and international copyrights and patents.A Rel 2007. Reproduction. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.10 Page 14 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. . adaptation.S. All rights are reserved.XIS Product Line XIS Users Manual Rev. 7 mA Maintenance free sealed oil bath with convection cooling and fan assisted ventillation 100% Vertically upward Table 1 – XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 15 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.S.5 cm (30. All rights are reserved.A Rel 2007.XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS XIS 5335 LANGUAGES SUPPORTED XIS 5335-S XIS 6545 XIS 7858 XIS 100x English Chinese Arabic (Other languages supported on special request) IMAGING SPECIFICATIONS Wire Resolution Sensitivity Steel Penetration Contrast IMAGING FEATURES 40 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 10 mm guaranteed 12 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 40 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 29 mm guaranteed 31 mm typical 36 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 22 mm guaranteed 24 mm typical Image Magnification Z-Number Image Archive Material Classification Color / B/W Imaging Contrast Adjustments X-RAY TUNNEL DIMENSIONS Up to 32x Zoom In Image Magnification 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 Height Width X-RAY GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS 35 cm (14 in) 53 cm (21 in) 35 cm (14 in) 53 cm (21 in) 45.8 mA 160KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 148 KVp 0. . adaptation.0 in) X-ray Tube Voltage X-ray Tube Current Cooling Duty Cycle Beam Direction 90 KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 84 K Vp 0.5 in) 101.6 cm (40.5 cm (22.6 cm (40. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Reproduction.6 in) 77.8 in) 65 cm (21 in) 57.1 cm (17. and international copyrights and patents. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.0 in) 101. is prohibited. 2 cm (30. and international copyrights and patents. Automatic brightness and contrast adjustment Dual 43.0 in) 27.8 cm (25.0 in) 140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 27.7 m/min (45 ft / min) Approx 24 20” (0.7 cm (99.XIS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Continued) XIS 5335 X-RAY DETECTORS XIS 5335-S 512 High Energy & 512 Low Energy XIS 6545 640 High Energy & 640 Low Energy L-Shape array XIS 7858 832 High Energy & 832 Low Energy XIS 100x 1152 High Energy & 1152 Low Energy Number Geometry RADIATION SAFETY 512 High Energy & 512 Low Energy Dose Per Pass Film Safety ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 0.0 in) 418 cm (163 in) Height Speed Bag Screening Capacity Load Capacity Std entry bed length Standard exit bed length ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 73.A Rel 2007.9 cm (11.2 cm (28.9 cm (11.7 cm (29.0 in) 73.5 in) 76.0 in) 284 cm (112 in) Approx 1400 Kg (3090 lbs) Approx 1361 Kg (3000 lb) 196 cm (77. adaptation.0 in) 112 cm (44.2 mR typical ISO 1600 / 33 DIN (or slower speed) film safe 110 VAC 220 VAC Filtering PHYSCIAL DIMENSIONS 110-120 VAC 15 Amp (max) 220-240 VAC 10 Amp (max) Inline AC Noise Filters Weight (uncrated) Weight (crated) Overall Height Overall Width Overall Length CONVEYOR SPECIFICATIONS Approx 400 Kg (880 lbs) Approx 525 Kg (1160 lbs) 123 cm (48.0 cm (26.4 in) 73.0 in) 132 cm (52.5 in) 76. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.0 in) 27.7 cm (29.9 in) 13.0 in) 66.8 in) 76 cm (29.0 in) Approx 590 Kg ( 1298 lbs) Approx 761 Kg (1680 lbs) 131 cm (51. Reproduction.5 in) 64.0 in) 132 cm (52.0 in) 140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 64.4 in) 252.8cm) interbag spacing 140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 27.8 cm (25. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.5 in) 140 kg ( 308 lb) Distributed load 66.0 in) 200 kg ( 441 lb) Distributed load 100 cm (39. All rights are reserved.8 in) 73.0 in) Temperature Relative Humidity PC CONFIGURATION 5o C to 40 o C (32 o F to 104 o F) 5% to 85% Non-condensing atmosphere CPU RAM Operating System Intel 2 Core Duo (E6000 Series) or faster 1GB or greater Microsoft Windows XP™ or later release ATI Chipset with 256 Mb Video RAM or greater One standard (Dual monitors are optional) 43. Color and B/W display with automatic brightness and contrast adjustment 80 GB or greater capacity Line Interactive UPS Video LCD Displays Disk Storage UPS Protection XIS Users Manual Rev.2 in) 137 cm (54.5 in) Approx 1250 Kg (2750 lbs) Approx 1361 Kg (3000 lbs) 145 cm (57. is prohibited.0 cm (26.3 cm (34.5 in) 87.10 Page 16 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.9 cm (11.2 cm (17 In) diagonal flicker free LCD displays.2 cm (28.2 cm (30.S.4 in) 100 cm (39. flicker free monitors.5m) wide bags per min with a 2” (0.2 cm (17 In) diagonal. .0 in) Approx 500 Kg (1100 lbs) Approx 553 Kg (1220 lbs) 123 cm (48.9 cm (11. It protects items from immediately dropping to the floor when they exit the x-ray tunnel. and the key-switch. Many organizations and jurisdictions require the usage of an operator presence control device. The CBT emulates the full functionality of the XIS system. and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.10 Page 17 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Table 2 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS Foot-Mat Switch Constant Voltage Stabilizer TIP Software Computer Based Training Software Remote Console Table XIS Users Manual Rev. OPTIONAL FEATURE Entry Roller Extension Table Exit Roller Extension Table Mobility Kit DESCRIPTION The Entry Roller Extension Table adjoins the entry end of the XIS. The Remote Console Table (RCT) is a separate table that holds the display monitor(s). The RCT allows users to conveniently and comfortably locate their work station in proximity to the XIS. Reproduction. please call the Astrophysics Sales department. TIP refers to Threat Insertion Projection. like the foot mat switch. The TIP Software option provides the XIS operator online training and testing in “threat” recognition during regular screening operation. is prohibited. The Exit Roller Extension Table adjoins the exit end of the XIS. The XIS or a standalone configured PC can be used as training terminal. It allows more space for users to prepare items for entry into the x-ray tunnel. To order these options. All rights are reserved. The rubber wheels allow easier movement of the XIS units. . adaptation. the operator control console. The Computer Based Training (CBT) system allows operators to train on the XIS system without the need to run parcels through the XIS. The Foot Mat Switch insures that an operator is manning the XIS when conveyor and x-ray generators are running. The Mobility Kit replaces the small plastic caster wheels on the frame with larger rubber wheels. 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.A Rel 2007. when using equipment that produces ionizing radiation. The CVS is placed between the incoming wall power outlet and the XIS system. TIP also enhances operator alertness and vigilance through constant performance monitoring and reporting.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. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Contact information for the Astrophysics Sales Department is located in the Astrophysics Business Contact Information Section of this manual.S. The CVS plugs into the wall outlet and the XIS plugs into the CVS. adaptation.Availability of the various XIS accessories and options. and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited.7 in) & 1m (39.5m (19. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.5m (19. All rights are reserved.4 in) Length Foot Mat Switch ASTROPHYSICS XIS MODELS XIS 5335 XIS 5335-S XIS 6545 XIS 7858 XIS 100x 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Mobility Kit Remote Console Worktable TIP System Software Flat Table Sloped (2 m) Conveyor Extension 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 Table 3 – XIS ACCESSORIES AND OPTION AVAILABILITY XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 18 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.S.4 in) Length Exit Roller Table Extension 0. Reproduction.7 in) & 1m (39.A Rel 2007. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. . ACCESSORIES AND OPTIONS Entry Roller Table Extension 0. is prohibited. This allows the batteries in the internal UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) to remain fully charged. or up position.Insert the key into the key-switch. turn it to the ON position now. All rights are reserved. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. NOTE: The main AC switch is located under the exit end conveyor bed.10 Page 19 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. . NOTE: Always leave the AC power cord plugged in. If it not plugged in. The UPS battery slowly discharges on its own if the XIS is not plugged in and turned ON. SYSTEM STARTUP PROCEDURES The first phase of operation is System Startup. If the UPS battery becomes fully discharged.CHAPTER 4 – USING THE ASTROPHYSICS XIS Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System (XIS). Reproduction. adaptation. NOTE: Always leave the main AC switch in the ON position. XIS Users Manual Rev. It is intended for all XIS users.A Rel 2007. System Startup involves the following steps: STEP 1 . 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. • The main AC switch should already be turned to the ON. the XIS is usually started up just once a day. NOTE: The AC power cord is located under the exit end conveyor bed.S. The XIS AC power cord should already be “plugged-in”. • • In regular operation. it may require up to eight hours to fully recharge. If it is not in ON position. plug it in now. STEP 2 .Turn the key-switch 90 degrees clockwise from the vertical “OFF” position to the horizontal “ON” position. . All rights are reserved.Please Log In Screen XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007. and international copyrights and patents. • Leave the key-switch in the “ON” position until you have finished using the XIS.Wait for the Please Log In Screen to appear Figure 2 . The Windows Operating System briefly displays the Windows Desktop screen. NOTE: When the key-switch is turned to the ON position. . adaptation.10 Page 20 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. the following sequence of events will occur: o o o o The LED lights on the computer monitor screen(s) become lit. The Windows Operating System briefly displays its startup messages on the monitor screen(s). or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. STEP 3 . Reproduction. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. is prohibited. The computer screen briefly displays the PC computer’s BIOS startup messages. STEP 2 – Position the cursor over down arrow. STEP 3 – Position the cursor over your User Name in the drop down list and double tap the touchpad. Double tapping (i. All passwords are four characters long. STEP 4 – Enter your password. [ À ].e. Then double tap the touchpad. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. [ À ] (located right of the User Name entry box). . Passwords can consist of either alphabetic (alpha) or numeric characters. All rights are reserved. tapping the touchpad twice) is equivalent to clicking the left mouse button in the Microsoft ™ Windows operating system. Shorter or longer password entries are NOT allowed. In alpha entry mode. • In other words. • • 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. The ALPHA status light will be off (unlit) when you are in numeric entry mode. • Contact your supervisor if you need to change or add a new User Name and Password for yourself. press the [ALPHA] shift button to enter alpha entry mode. adaptation. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. • You must select your User Name from the drop down list.S. the actual password characters are never echoed to the screen. the XIS recognizes the alpha (i. Alpha shift characters are labeled on the operator control panel. • In other words. upper shift) characters of each button.10 Page 21 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.e. click on the User Name drop down list arrow. and international copyrights and patents. • • • • XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007. To enter alpha characters.LOGIN PROCEDURES STEP 1 – Using the touchpad. is prohibited. The ALPHA status light will be lit when you are in alpha entry mode. Reproduction. Pressing [ALPHA] shift button again will toggle you into numeric entry mode. To ensure security. click on your User Name. • Asterisk characters (*) are displayed on the screen when you type in your password entry. position the cursor over the [Operator] button and double tap the touchpad. You cannot add a new User Name if it does not appear on the drop down list. All alpha character entries are automatically shifted into upper case characters for entry. . • If a PC keyboard is available. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.A Rel 2007. Reproduction.S. STEP 5 -Wait for the System Ready screen to appear. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The system is now ready for immediate use XIS Users Manual Rev. and international copyrights and patents.• 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.10 Page 22 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. All rights are reserved. is prohibited. you can also enter your password by typing the characters in and pressing the [Enter] key. STEP 4 Enter your password. STEP 5 Wait for the System Ready Screen to appear. STEP 2 Move the cursor over the User Name drop down list button. All rights are reserved. adaptation. is prohibited. Reproduction.STEP 1 Move the cursor over the Operator button and tap the touchpad. STEP 3 Move the cursor over your User Name and tap the touchpad. a.S. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. XIS Users Manual Rev. and international copyrights and patents. and tap the touchpad. .10 Page 23 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. NOTE: Press the [STOP] button to stop the conveyor. NOTE: Make sure the foot-mat is properly plugged into the XIS and placed near the operator control console. Running the belt in the forward direction keeps the conveyor belt in optimum alignment. the XIS requires the presence of an operator standing on the foot-mat to run the machine. NOTE: If a foot-mat switch is present. it is beyond the scope of this manual to provide specific instructions on how to analyze and interpret x-ray images for every situation. STEP 1 Press the [LEFT] button to start the conveyor in the left (forward) direction. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. because the security needs of each user differs. ™ Pressing the [LEFT] key. items are exposed to penetrating x-rays. packages. adaptation. the XIS application will logout the user and return to the “Please Login Screen”. XIS Users Manual Rev. 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 then generates and displays a scanned “x-ray” image revealing the internal contents of each item.A Rel 2007. In X-Ray Screening Mode bags. If no one is standing on foot-mat. All rights are reserved. the XIS will stop and display an “INTERLOCK” warning message on the bottom right corner of the screen. However. is prohibited.10 Page 24 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. Contact the Astrophysics Sales Department for further information and referrals on training on x-ray imaging security image analysis. Inside the x-ray tunnels. . stand on it. and other articles are placed on the conveyor belt and are carried through the inspection tunnel by the conveyor belt. and international copyrights and patents. ™ If your system has a foot-mat switch.S. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. This manual provides you with detailed instructions on how to operate the Astrophysics X-ray Imaging System. 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.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. They can be safely inspected using the XIS. Request that the pet owner remove the pet from its carrier. X-ray radiography film and very high speed scientific film should NOT inspected by the XIS. Cell phones. Do NOT manually (hand) open the x-ray curtains while the conveyor belt is moving.10 Page 25 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. ™ Scanned bag images remain on the screen (i.e. They may drop onto the floor. Although pets are not harmed by the XIS. for example. Do NOT place sharp objects on the conveyor that can puncture the conveyor belt or cut the x-ray curtains. adaptation.STEP 2 Place the articles that you want inspected on the conveyor so that they are carried into the x-ray inspection tunnel. do NOT allow the entry of open containers of liquid into the x-ray tunnel. visual. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. The TSA (Transportation Security Administration).S. ™ Items carried into the inspection tunnel are automatically x-ray scanned and imaged. and international copyrights and patents. please be sensitive to the pet and its owner. They can be safely inspected using the XIS. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. do not scroll off) until another item is scrolled on to the screen. However. is prohibited. The resulting x-ray image is displayed on the computer monitors. All rights are reserved. Be careful when objects exit the x-ray tunnel. Do NOT overload the conveyor belt. and physical inspection of pets. calculators. Foods and drinks (in closed containers) are not affected by x-rays from the XIS. computers. observe the following safety precautions: • • • • • • • Avoid unnecessary radiation exposures. • • • • XIS Users Manual Rev. All developed film and printed pictures are unaffected by x-ray from the XIS. ™ During x-ray imaging. They can be safely inspected using the XIS. and other electronics devices are unaffected by the x-rays from the XIS. Pet carriers should be inspected separately using the XIS. They may spill and damage the electrical components inside the XIS. Do NOT allow anyone to sit on or ride the conveyor. Reproduction. requires metal detector. . Do NOT insert any part of the body into the x-ray inspection tunnel. They can be safely inspected using the XIS.A Rel 2007. Most undeveloped film with a film speed of 1600 ASA or 33 DIN or slower are unaffected x-rays from the XIS. A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved.10 Page 26 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation.S. and international copyrights and patents. 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. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. . Reproduction.Sample Of A Typical X-Ray Image Screen Note the control messages on the bottom of the screen. X-ray Imaging Screen STEP 3 STEP 4 Carefully inspect each scanned image. Repeat Steps #2 and #3 for every bag image. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.A Rel 2007. and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited. STEP 5 To LOGOUT press the [EXIT ] button on the Operator Console.S. All rights are reserved. XIS Users Manual Rev. Logout also prevents unauthorized persons from using the system when it is unattended. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.Figure 3 . adaptation. . Reproduction.10 Page 27 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • • Logout allows another user to login and continue using the system. The [ZOOM-IN] button can be successively pressed to a button five times for a maximum zoom-in magnification of 32x. if the screen is at 8x zoom. you can “zoom-in” an image on the left (B/W) screen while leaving the right (color) screen image alone. For example. o Each press of the [ZOOM-IN] button increases the screen magnification by a factor of two times (2x). Each screen can be separately “zoomed”.e. Reproduction. Then (using the touchpad) move the cursor over the area of interest on the screen.e. To use the [ZOOM IN].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. o o o ZOOM-OUT (i. All rights are reserved. and international copyrights and patents. Zoom In) Function Operation SCREEN FOR COLOR & B/W ™ Use the [ZOOM IN] (i. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. i. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. • Pressing the [ZOOM-OUT] now reduces the magnification by factor of one-half (1/2). ZOOM IN ) function: • • Press the [ZOOM IN] button on the Console. XIS Users Manual Rev. . For example.S. pressing the STOP button twice magnifies the image by factor of four times (4x).Examining Images With The Operator Console Function Buttons ZOOM-IN (i. adaptation. 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. pressing the [ZOOM-OUT] button once reduces the zoom to 4x.A Rel 2007.e.10 Page 28 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. For example. The “zoomed” screen re-centers itself around where the cursor was originally positioned. zoom-in) function to magnify and more closely examine areas of interest on the screen. is prohibited. most clothing.A Rel 2007. adaptation. an inorganic metal. an inorganic metal. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Reproduction. Organic (For purposes of Znumber classification air is considered organic. an organic compound.) Air The x-ray image of air is represented by the color white. All rights are reserved. left) and a thick strip (3mm block. an inorganic metal Inorganic (Heavy Metal) Lead and other very dense. right) of Lead.10 Page 29 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. and international copyrights and patents.S.SCREEN COLORATION FOR COLOR SCREEN ONLY ™ Use the display colors on the color screen as guide to identifying materials and hence possible threats. paper. The colors of various thicknesses of Lucite plastic. Inorganic (Metallic) Steel The color of a block (10mm thick) of steel. XIS Users Manual Rev. . or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Inorganic Aluminum The color of a (25mm thick) pure block of aluminum. and the most dangerous military Organic explosives are organic. thick materials The Color of thin (1mm block. The XIS materially classifies and colorizes items on the color screen according the following schema: MATERIAL MATERIAL COLOR SAMPLE SEPARATION: COMPOSITION ORGANIC / INORGANIC Foods. ƒ o Exceptionally dense objects are displayed in black. brass.10 Page 30 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. and aluminum. and “brass” knuckles are usually constructed of inorganic metals such as steel. INORG Button Function SCREEN ONLY FOR THE COLOR ™ Use the INORGANIC image function button to highlight inorganic material in the image. Air. shanks. adaptation. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. All foods are organic. Less dense objects are displayed in lighter gray tones. knives.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. guns and knives. Very dense objects are usually the most problematic in terms of security. NOTE: “Inorganic” materials are of special interest because most weapons including guns. XIS Users Manual Rev. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. All rights are reserved. For example. IMAGE DENSITY FOR COLOR & B/W SCREEN ™ Use the lightness and darkness of the image as a guide for identifying overall object density. is displayed as white.S. are usually made of dense hardened steel. However. the least dense material.Table 4 . NOTE: “Organic” items are of special interest because the most powerful and dangerous (military) explosives are “organic” compounds. and international copyrights and patents. Most clothing is organic. NOTE: Organic items are also very common. it is important to note these deadly weapons can also be constructed from dense “organic” plastics. Pressing the organic image function button “de-emphasizes” the presence of inorganic items on the screen.A Rel 2007. Papers and currencies are organic. This reduces distracting visual clutter. Reproduction. . is prohibited. o o o Dense objects are displayed on the screen in dark tones. Pressing the [ INORG] image function button “de-emphasizes” the cluttering presence of organic items in the screen. 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. XIS Users Manual Rev. o Lower densities are displayed in lighter tones. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved. o Highly x-ray absorptive dense objects are displayed in dark black tones. For example. The B/W functions only affects the image on the Black & White (i.A Rel 2007.[LIGHT] and [DARK] ADJUSTMENT Control ™ Use the [LIGHT] to examine very dense objects. . The [LIGHT] and [DARK] controls adjust the image “brightness” of the across the entire screen.10 Page 31 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • The B/W (Black and White) screen displays the scanned image in gray-tones based on the density of the scanned item. Notice how the [B/W REVERSE] functions instantly inverts the normal contrast perspective.e. and international copyrights and patents. Very dense objects are normally displayed in black or in very dark gray tones.S.e. is prohibited. 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. o Many users prefer using the B/W screen instead of the other pseudo colorized screen. The image may now show critically important details that may have been previously overlooked. o The lowest density. Reproduction. right side monitor) display. adaptation. is displayed as white. moving the slide left 3 steps darken all objects in 3 “steps” darker. • • • • FOR COLOR & B/W SCREEN The [LIGHT] and [DARK] buttons allows the screen to lightened five steps or darkened five steps from the “normal” screen image brightness. left side) monitor. The [B/W REVERSE] function only affects the image on the Black & White (i. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. air. Lightening a dark object may reveal hidden items (behind a dense object) and critically important details. is equal to the number of protons (in the elemental atoms that make up the object). Imagine a “box” that encloses the area of interest on the screen.e. Using the touchpad. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. adaptation.ATOM (Atomic Number) Button Function FOR COLOR SCREEN ONLY ™ Use the ATOM function to check the Z-Number of suspicious objects on the screen. • o o o ƒ The XIS only calculates and displays the Z-numbers between 6 and 26. .A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved. To display Z-NUMBER function: o o Press the [ATOM] button. Glide your finger (i.10 Page 32 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. 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. exact value is determined by the container) 13 26 Table 5 – LIST OF COMMON Z-NUMBERS XIS Users Manual Rev. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Double tap the cursor. List of Common Z-Numbers Material Graphite (C) i. or Atomic Number. The average Z-Number of the area will be displayed on the bottom corner of the screen. carbon Water ( H20 ) Aluminum (Al) Steel (iron) Z-Number 7 8 (approximate. position the cursor to one corner of that box. The XIS calculates Z number by measuring and comparing the absorption of low and high frequency x-rays by an object.S. • Z-Number. is prohibited. and international copyrights and patents.e. An expanding box will appear on the screen. Reproduction. Z-number can be used to estimate material composition of the item. 10 Page 33 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. NOTE: The date and time of each image referenced by the pointer is displayed on the left bottom side of the screen. 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. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. XIS Users Manual Rev. 2. The Image Archive Selection Dial menu screen will now be displayed. Then double tap the touchpad.A Rel 2007. Reproduction. To return to regular x-ray image scanning. 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.000 previously scanned items on the color screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. 4. This represents the most recently scanned image.S. All rights are reserved. is prohibited. adaptation. Other older scanned images are represented to the left of this point on the dial. NOTE: The Image Selector first points to the very right hand side of the Dial Screen. Using the touchpad. The Image Archive feature provides on-demand retrieval and review of the last 50. press the Console’s [LEFT] (or [RIGHT]) button. The earliest image is represented on the very left most side of the dial 3. ™ Previously scanned images can be recalled as follow: 1. Position the cursor on the “selector” dial. . Press the [IA] button.The IMAGE ARCHIVE Button Function Use the Image Archive feature to review and compare previously scanned images if necessary. and international copyrights and patents. move the cursor to the left and select a starting point where you will begin reviewing images. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. All rights are reserved. 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. Press the [Print] button on the AOCP. . It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. XIS Users Manual Rev. and international copyrights and patents.10 Page 34 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.Printing the Current Color Screen Image ™ To print the current screen for future reference: • • • If the conveyor belt is moving. is prohibited. Reproduction.A Rel 2007. press the [STOP] button to stop the belt. is prohibited. The XIS distinguishes between organic and inorganic items by color. leather products. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The specific color shade is determined by an item’s density. TRACE ] [ PSEU ] [ INORG ] PPIM does three things: 1. but they are not rendered in enhanced detail as organic items are. It analyzes and re-displays the last bag image. the belt will first stop before the PPIM image is displayed. steel. and Page 35 of 113 XIS Users Manual Rev. while inorganic items displayed in hues of green to blue. All rights are reserved. Reproduction. tin. XIS will start conveyor and resume normal x-ray image imaging. • PPIM only displays the image of the LAST bag that was scanned. Picture Perfect Imaging Mode (PPIM) is started by pressing the [ F2 ] button. To resume screening bags. adaptation. • You can also exit PPIM and resume normal screening by pressing the following buttons: BUTTON [ LOGOUT ] [ LEFT ] [ RIGHT ] [ EDGE DESCRIPTION OF BUTTON FUNCTION Logout user Start conveyor in left direction Start conveyor in right direction Display image with Edge Trace image enhancement. The conveyor belt must first be stopped. In contrast. Inorganic items can also be imaged with PPIM. 2. Very dense items (and x-ray opaque items) are colored black. XIS will resume “normal” x-ray imaging when [LEFT] or [RIGHT] button is pressed. and all plastics. you must first exit PPIM by pressing [ F2 ].A Rel 2007. copper. such as aluminum. If [ F2 ] is pressed while conveyor belt is moving. Organic items refer to things that are made from “non-metallic” materials.S. items made of metals.Picture Perfect Imaging Mode “Picture Perfect Imaging” Mode (PPIM) is an enhanced imaging mode that displays organic items in much greater detail. The XIS displays organic items in the hues of orange to reddish brown. • Pressing the [ F2 ] button “toggles” the XIS between “Normal” and PPIM mode. most clothing fabrics. and international copyrights and patents.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. etc are classified as “inorganic”. • You CANNOT screen other bags in PPIM. Denser items are colored with darker shades. XIS will start conveyor and resume normal x-ray image imaging. Display BW (black & white screen) image in Pseudo-color mode Display image with Inorganic image enhancement COMMENTS Logs out users and returns to “Please Log In” screen. XIS will resume “normal” imaging when [LEFT] or [RIGHT] button is pressed. Organic items encompass a large variety of things including all foodstuff. . wood products. It erases the screen. PPIM displays only the last part of the bag. is prohibited.e. 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. . ƒ ƒ Pressing [ F2 ] returns (i.e. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.5 meter sections.e. XIS Users Manual Rev. This is the “Reverse video” version of PP B/W mode. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. PPIM has 6 sub-modes of x-ray image display: Picture Perfect Imaging “Sub-Mode” Displays thin objects well Displays thick objects well Displays organic items with enhanced Organic “texture” and contrast Displays cluttered images (with thick and thin objects) well 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) 3 3 3 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. [COLOR]. the image is displayed as white on a black background) Picture Perfect Mode is first started by pressing [F2]. toggles) you to normal imaging mode. Reproduction. Picture Perfect Mode enhances BOTH the Color and Black/White Screen image. adaptation. All rights are reserved. The various PPIM modes can be selected by pressing the [ORG]. [B/W]. (i. It displays organic items with enhanced “texture” and detail.S. • Note. or [REV B/W] button. • If the last bag is exceptionally long.3. During imaging long bags are divided into 0.10 Page 36 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. pressing [F2] ). and international copyrights and patents.A Rel 2007. .A Rel 2007. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation. is prohibited. All rights are reserved. Reproduction.S.XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 37 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. is prohibited.A Rel 2007. adaptation. All rights are reserved. 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 o Pressing [ F2 ] button to resume to normal screening.The diagram below is a “State Diagram” of the various Picture Perfect Imaging Modes of Display. and international copyrights and patents. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. or Pressing [ LOGOUT ] to logout and return to the “Please Log In” Screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Reproduction.10 Page 38 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The text in bracket [ ] indicates the button press necessary to select the specific PPIM sub-mode. XIS Users Manual Rev.S. . and international copyrights and patents.XIS Users Manual Rev. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.10 Page 39 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation.A Rel 2007.S. . Reproduction. All rights are reserved. is prohibited. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents. Reproduction. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. is prohibited. Zoom-in (magnify) screen image Zoom-out (de-magnify) screen Print screen image Restore screen image to normal 1x zoom. adaptation. Save screen image as “WIM” file. . All rights are reserved. Examples of the various PPIM imaging: XIS Users Manual Rev.The following AOCP function buttons do NOT work with PPIM The following AOCP Buttons that are NOT supported with PPIM Description of UNSUPPORTED AOCP button function [ ATOM ] [ SAVE RGB ] [ SAVE WIM ] [ ZOOM IN ] [ ZOOM OUT ] [ PRINT ] “left” [ NORM ] [ CBT ] [ REVIEW ] [ ARCHIVE ] Display atomic z-number.10 Page 40 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Start computer based training Start image review Display image archive menu screen.S.A Rel 2007. Save screen image as “BMP” file. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 41 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. Operator Console Image Adjustment Button Operation When The Conveyor Belt Has STOPPED. IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON [B/W] BUTTON FULL NAME Black & White (Black on White) Color Darken Contrast Inorganic Lighten Contrast Normal Contrast Organic Pseudo Color ( White on Black) Reverse ( White on Black) AFFECTED SCREEN B/W Screen (Right Monitor) 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 [COLOR] [DARK] [INORG] [LIGHT] [NORM] [ORG] [PSEU] [B/W REVERSE] Table 6 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR STOPPED XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 42 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. Operator Console Image Adjustment Button Operation When The Conveyor Belt Is RUNNING. SCREEN IMAGE FUNCTION FIRST BUTTON TO PRESS Left [ NORM] [REV] [PSEU] Left [LIGHT] Left [DARK] Left [ NORM] Left [ NORM] SECOND BUTTON TO PRESS 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) Display NORMAL BLACK ON WHITE SCREEN (black on white) Display Reverse Video WHITE ON BLACK SCREEN (white on black) Display B/W PSEUDO COLOR Display BLACK & WHITE SCREEN AND LIGHTEN CONTRAST Display BLACK & WHITE SCREEN AND DARKEN CONTRAST IMAGE FUNCTION Display NORMAL COLOR SCREEN (right monitor) Display ORGANIC COLOR SCREEN Display INORGANIC COLOR SCREEN FIRST BUTTON TO PRESS Right [NORM] [ORG] [INORG] SECOND BUTTON TO PRESS Right [NORM] Right [NORM] Color (left monitor) Display COLOR SCREEN AND LIGHTEN CONTRAST Display COLOR SCREEN AND DARKEN CONTRAST Right [LIGHT] Right [DARK] Color (left monitor) Table 7 - IMAGE ADJUSTMENT OPERATION WITH CONVEYOR RUNNING XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 43 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. B/W Image after [B/W] button was pressed.S. Note the enhanced image clarity. is prohibited. (Contrast level was adjusted two step darker) (Black on White imaging was changed to White on Black) B/W Image after [REVERSE B/W] button was pressed.B/W Images Adjustment Comparison XIS Users Manual Rev.The images below compare the effect of using the images adjustment “buttons” on the same bag image. All rights are reserved.10 Page 44 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The images were obtained from the (left side) B/W (Black and White) Video Monitor. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Reproduction.A Rel 2007. (Displays Normal B/W Contrast) B/W Image after [LIGHT] button was pressed twice. Figure 4 . (Contrast adjusted 2 steps lighter) B/W Image after the [DARK] contrast adjustment button was pressed twice. adaptation. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. . and international copyrights and patents. and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.10 Page 45 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. (Contrast was adjusted two step darker) XIS Users Manual Rev. . All rights are reserved. Reproduction. is prohibited.S. adaptation.B/W Image after [PSEU] button was pressed.A Rel 2007. The images below compare the effect of using the images adjustment “buttons” on the same bag image.) Color image after the [INORG] button was pressed. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Color image after the [COLOR] button was pressed. The images were obtained from the (right side) Color Video Monitor.) Figure 5 . (This selected normal contrast color image display. adaptation.Color Image Adjustment Comparison XIS Users Manual Rev. (Image now emphasizes INORGANIC MATERIAL Detail) Color image after the [LIGHT] button was pressed twice. (Image now shows greater detail for dense materials.) Color image after the [ORG] button was pressed. Reproduction. (Image now emphasizes ORGANIC MATERIAL detail.10 Page 46 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.S.A Rel 2007. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited. . or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. .) XIS Users Manual Rev. is prohibited. (Image now shows greater detail for the less dense materials. adaptation. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents.S.10 Page 47 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved.Color Image after the [DARK] contrast adjustment button was pressed twice. Reproduction. 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. Screening Assist does not replace constant vigilance or common sense.10 Page 48 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. toothpaste. Screener Assist is an adjunct for detecting potential threats in the items that you are screening. XIS Users Manual Rev. It is important to note that many common organic items including certain foods.e. Action may include alerting your supervisor.S. re-screening the bag in another orientation. large pieces of plastic. opening the bag for direct visual examination. cameras. A Black & White X-ray image of bag with highlighting Screener Assist ellipses.A Rel 2007. is prohibited. Follow the security procedures in your facility for handling these situations. etc) may also have the same Z-number as military explosives. All rights are reserved. certain jells (i. . adaptation. certain batteries (from notebook computers. questioning the owner of the bag.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. it draws a highlighting ellipse around the area to alert the XIS operator. Reproduction. shampoos. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Screener Assist may highlight these items as well. When the XIS detects a significant mass of organic material that has same Z-number* of military explosives. etc. and international copyrights and patents. Carefully inspect the ALL x-ray images. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. etc). Reproduction.10 Page 49 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Introduction Externally. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. adaptation. is prohibited.S. the XIS consists of four major components: ƒ The mainframe assembly ƒ The conveyor assembly ƒ The PC monitor(s) ƒ The Operator Control Console XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.CHAPTER 5 – SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Chapter Overview This chapter briefly describes the various components that make up the XIS. All rights are reserved. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. . and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited. . The exit end of the bed is easily identified by the presence of the AC power cord and switch that are located beneath it. Reproduction. the conveyor belt and x-ray generator are immediately stopped and an INTERLOCK warning message is displayed on the screen. Do NOT place a chair on the foot-mat switch. All rights are reserved. It resembles a rubber mat and it is placed next to the operator console. The conveyor belt “wraps” the conveyor bed. the circular belt continuously travels from the entry end through the x-ray tunnel to exit end of the XIS. The operator must stand on the foot mat in order to activate the conveyor belt (and hence the x-ray generator). 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.Foot Mat Switch XIS Users Manual Rev.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. The foot-mat switch requires about a 40 lb (18 kg) standing load before it will activate the XIS. When the operator presses the [LEFT] key. Bag and packages enter the x-ray tunnel where they are exposed to x-rays and are imaged.A Rel 2007.10 Page 50 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Figure 6 . adaptation. In this case the conveyor motor normally “pulls” the conveyor belt along.S. and international copyrights and patents. The foot mat switch insures that an operator is physically manning the XIS when it is being used. make sure that it is plugged into the XIS before use. If the operator steps off while the XIS is imaging. The point of the chair’s leg will abnormally wear the foot-mat switch and will result in premature failure. The x-ray tunnel is lined with lead and lead x-ray fabric “curtains” to prevent the escape of scattered x-rays. The XIS 5335 and XIS 6545 has only a single conveyor motor located at the end exit of the conveyor. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. NOTE: If a foot switch mat is present. Stepping on the footmat switch will erase the INTERLOCK warning message and allow the operator to resume operation of the machine. The Conveyor Assembly The conveyor assembly includes the conveyor bed and conveyor belt.. CHAPTER 5 . and international copyrights and patents.A Rel 2007. adaptation.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). . o A Key-switch.10 Page 51 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. o A set of status control lights. The AOCP Rev 2. o A TIP Threat Alert Button. All rights are reserved. is prohibited.0 XIS Users Manual Rev. The AOCP has six main components: o A Emergency Stop Button. and o A touchpad interface. The AOCP replaces the PC keyboard and mouse for communicating with the embedded PC inside the XIS. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction.S. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. o A set of operator control buttons. XIS Users Manual Rev. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.Figure 7 – AOCP Rev 2 . and international copyrights and patents.10 Page 52 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. is prohibited. .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. All rights are reserved.A Rel 2007. Reproduction. . Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation.10 Page 53 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.S. is prohibited. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. All rights are reserved.XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. AOCP REV 2 KEY-SWITCH Æ TURNING THE XIS OFF XIS Users Manual Rev. is prohibited. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.10 Page 54 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved. .A Rel 2007. adaptation. is prohibited. The conveyor belt and x-ray generator are also immediately stopped when o The KEY-SWITCH is turned to the OFF position. XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 55 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents. This releases the ESB and returns the XIS to normal operations.A Rel 2007. adaptation. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. such as an item being wedged in the x-ray tunnel or being snagged by the conveyor belt. All rights are reserved. The XIS remains in this safe state until the ESB is turned clockwise.e. pull out the power cord plug). Pressing the ESB immediately powers down and halts the conveyor belt and x-ray generator.S. press the ESB down immediately. In emergencies. . This brings the XIS into a safe non-operational “EMEGENCY STOP” state. • 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.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. 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. ) The TIP system is software is enabled (i. (For future system implementation. XIS Users Manual Rev. Page 56 of 113 Status when status light is un-lit (Off). The ALPHABETIC characters are entered when the buttons are pressed.) No function. • Pressing the ALPHA button again returns the AOCP to “default” numeric/function mode. All rights are reserved. • Do NOT insert any part of the body into the inspection tunnel when the X-RAY light is lit.S. IA is NOT recording scanned bag images. (For future system implementation. The status lights provide “real-time” operational information on the XIS. Reproduction. IA is recording scanned bag images for future retrieval.e. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The function of each status light is described in the table below.) No function. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Status Light ALPHA L1 Status when status light is lit (On).e. The X-ray generator is ON and producing xrays. The ALPHA output mode is indicated by the upper ALPHA status light.AOCP REV 2 STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS The AOCP has a set of eight system status lights. (For future system implementation. is prohibited.) No function. The Image Archive system is OFF (I. • The Upper Case functions are indicated by the black text that highlighted with white background.) No function. No TIP images will be projected. turned ON ) • When the TIP system is ON. They are located at the top of the panel.) The TIP system is OFF (I.) L2 L3 SCREENER ASSIST TIP X-RAY The X-ray generator is OFF and NOT producing x-rays. the TIP system software will periodically blend in threat images to test the operator. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation.) No function.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The Image Archive system is ON (I.e.) No function. The (Upper Case) function button entries are entered when the AOCP buttons are pressed. . • Pressing the ALPHA button (lower left most button) sets the AOCP into alphabetic character output mode. (For future system implementation. (For future system implementation.e. (For future system implementation.A Rel 2007. The XIS is turned OFF. the [3 C] button outputs [3] in normal (numeric) entry mode and [C] in “ALPHA” entry mode. All rights are reserved. the AOCP defaults to the normal function outputs that are labeled with a white background. The dual function outputs are labeled on each key. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. The AOCP remains in ALPHA entry mode until the [ALPHA] button is pressed again. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The AOCP [ALPHA] status light becomes lit when the AOCP is in ALPHA entry mode. adaptation. AOCP REV 2 DUAL FUNCTION BUTTONS Most of the AOCP buttons have dual function outputs. On startup. Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents.POWER The AOCP key-switch is turned ON.S. . For example. The ALPHA entry mode is selected by pressing the [ALPHA] button. is prohibited. toggling the OCP back into normal entry mode.A Rel 2007. XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 57 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited.[LEFT]. . Reproduction.AOCP REV 2 CONVEYOR CONTROLS .10 Page 58 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation.A Rel 2007. and international copyrights and patents. [STOP].S. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. AND [RIGHT] XIS Users Manual Rev. All rights are reserved. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Reverse is displayed on the bottom of the screen. • If you press the [LEFT] button when the conveyor is already moving in the right direction. 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). Stop the conveyor (if it is moving). and international copyrights and patents. • Right Tip Arrow Light becomes lit when conveyor is moving in the left direction. 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 Entry end of the XIS is opposite the Exit end. • 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. Reproduction.e. Forward is displayed on the bottom of the screen. • Left Tip Arrow Light becomes lit when conveyor is moving in the left direction. • When you press the [LEFT] button. adaptation. Bags traversing the inspection tunnel in the Forward direction enter from the Entry opening of inspection tunnel and leave throught the Exit (end) opening. [STOP] [RIGHT] XIS Users Manual Rev. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. • When you press the [RIGHT] button. • When you press the [LEFT] button. “back-belt”. • When you press the [RIGHT] button. 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. • The Right conveyor direction is usually the Reverse direction of the machine. All rights are reserved. (i.10 Page 59 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. o The Entry end of the XIS is opposite the Exit end.A Rel 2007.e. is prohibited. • also functions as an [Enter] key during user log in Start conveyor moving in the (right-to-) left direction.S. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. • The LEFT conveyor direction is usually the Forward direction of the machine. (i. “back-belt”.BUTTON [LEFT] DESCRIPTION OF BUTTON PRESS OPERATION Start conveyor moving in the (right-to) left direction. the conveyor will momentarily. . the conveyor will momentarily. the conveyor will first stop and then move in the left direction. 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. 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). . adaptation. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.AOCP REV 2 NUMERIC BUTTONS BUTTON [0] . “Z” entry (in ALPHA mode entry). All rights are reserved. Reproduction. [1]. is prohibited. …. and international copyrights and patents. [9] [ENTER] [DEL] DESCRIPTION Enter number (for entering user password in “Please Log In” Screen). or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007. Enter (when selecting username entry at “Please Log In screen”) Erase previous (character) entry (in NUM mode entry. XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 60 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc..S. turns off) the CXO function. X-rays are ONLY generated when the conveyor belt is running. Stopping the conveyor STOPS the production of x-rays. Display Diagnostic Screen (Optional Feature) Enable / Disable Continuous X-ray On (CXO) when conveyor belt is running.) Page 61 of 113 XIS Users Manual Rev. CXO allows imaging of thin items. . Reproduction. To use Picture Perfect : • Stop the belt after imaging a bag. Exceptionally thin items may go under the x-ray inspection tunnel’s photocells that trigger the x-rays to turn on. adaptation.S. connected. • Note Æ after enabling CXO. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents. you must start the conveyor to begin imaging. All rights are reserved. (i.e. Press [STOP] button. The print function only operates when a printer is installed. • Pressing [F1] enables CXO imaging. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. disables (i. • Pressing [F1] again. .A Rel 2007.AOCP REV 2 SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS BUTTON [PRINT] [DIAG] [F1] [F2] DESCRIPTION Print the current screen image to the printer. CXO allows imaging of these items. and powered on. Enable / Disable Picture Perfect Imaging “Picture Perfect “ imaging mode displays enhanced contrast imaging of organic items.e. is prohibited. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. All rights are reserved. This key is unsued.[SAVE RAW] [SAVE RGB] [ENTER] [LOG OUT] • Press [F2] to display the same image with enhanced “Picture Perfect” detail. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited.A Rel 2007. (You can also press any other image adjustment buttons to automaticallyexit “Picture Perfect” imaging mode. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation.S. 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. XIS Users Manual Rev. Reproduction. ) NO FUNCTION. • Press [F2] to resume normal imaging.10 Page 62 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. This XIS auto-saves all scanned bag images into the \Program\Files\XrayClient\XrayDoc NO FUNCTION. Exit x-ray image scanning screen and go to “Please Log In” screen. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.) • Press the [COLOR]. .S.) • Press the [ATOM] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [COLOR] button. “Glide” (slide your finger while keeping in contact with the touchpad) the cursor to expand the box to cover the area of interest. position the cursor to the upper left corner of the area of interest.10 Page 63 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved. • Press the [STOP] button. • Using the touchpad. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [EDGE TRACE] button.AOCP REV 2 IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS BUTTON [ATOM] DESCRIPTION Calculate and display z-number • Press the [STOP] button. Reproduction. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [ATOM] button. and international copyrights and patents.) • Press the [EDGE TRACE] to “edge sharpen” the image. • Lift your finger from the touchpad and the Z-Number will be displayed in the lower right corner of the screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. [EDGE TRACE] XIS Users Manual Rev. [COLOR] Display the default color mode screen on the Color Screen. Edge Sharpen the image (i. increase the contrast between boundaries of light and dark objects • Press the [STOP] button. is prohibited.e.A Rel 2007. adaptation. • An expanding area selection box will appear on the screen. • Double tap the touchpad. and international copyrights and patents. [LOG OUT] [ORG] • Press the [STOP] button.) • Press the [HIPEN].A Rel 2007. Reproduction. (For future implementation. Exit x-ray image scanning screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.BUTTON [HIPEN] DESCRIPTION Lighten (screen gamma) the screen contrast two “steps”. is prohibited. .10 Page 64 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [INORG] button.) • Press the [ORG]. No function. Go to “Please Log In” screen. • Press the [STOP] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [REVIEW] button. [REVIEW] [F1] [F2] • Press the [STOP] button.) • Press the [ORG]. • Press the [STOP] button. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [ORG] button. (The conveyor belt must be stopped before using the [HIPEN] button.) Picture Perfect Function XIS Users Manual Rev.S. This allows you to see through dense (usually inorganic) objects. Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize organic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials. Display Image Archive screen. All rights are reserved. adaptation. [INORG] Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize inorganic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials.) • Press the [INORG]. All rights are reserved. . It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. is prohibited. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. • The [LIGHT] button affects the “selected” screen. adaptation. and international copyrights and patents.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The Touchpad replaces the PC mouse. Zoom Out) 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. Zoom In) mode. • Move your fingers on the touchpad to position the cursor.S. Page 65 of 113 XIS Users Manual Rev. • 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.e. • The [DARK] button affects the “selected” screen.A Rel 2007. • First press either [Screen 1] or [Screen 2] to select screen and then press [LIGHT]. • Tap twice (quickly) to left click an entry.e. Reproduction. Display screen in Normal (1x magnification) zoom mode.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. Select Zoom UP (I. CHAPTER 6 – THE ASTROPHYSICS TIP SYSTEM Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the TIP (Threat Insertion Projection) System. The operator usually has no awareness of whether the TIP projections are real or not. Threat recognition is further complicated by the presence visual clutter of other innocuous items in the enclosing bag. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. such as electronics in the enclosing bag. is prohibited. . The results are then reported to security supervisor and to the TSA/FAA. foods. NOTE: TIP is an option for the XIS system and does not come with the basic system. The TIP system allows the operator to be regularly exposed to a variety of different threats. If he fails. The Astrophysics TIP system operates as an adjunct to the regular XIS operating system. and bombs) are periodically blended into the scanned images that are being displayed on the video screen. The TIP system scores all of the test results and summarizes the performance of each operator. • Use the [ORG] image to de-emphasize inorganic clutter. the TIP system highlights the presence of the TIP projection on the screen and warns the operator with a “MISS” message. Another benefit of the TIP system is that operators are continuously prodded be alert and vigilant when they are screening bag images. which is typically clothing. This initiative has been widely implemented by many of x-ray imaging system manufacturers including Astrophysics Inc. The operator thus receives on the job training with continuous performance monitoring. discreet pictures of guns. he is immediately congratulated by a “HIT” screen messages.A Rel 2007. The typical security screener rarely sees images of actual threats. All rights are reserved. When the Astrophysics TIP system is turned ON. • Use the [INORG] image adjustment button to de-emphasize the presence of organic clutter. The operator is tested on whether he can rapidly recognize and acknowledge the presence of the fictitious threat projections. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It is intended for all users of the XIS.e. For example. Some images are easily recognized because they are presented in their most familiar characteristic profile.S. knives. XIS Users Manual Rev. Introduction TIP is an abbreviation for Threat Image Projection. threat images (i. the x-ray image of a knife blade taken from along thin blade edge is often difficult to discern and recognize. and papers. Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents. 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. adaptation.10 Page 66 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Other images are less distinctive. • Use the [LIGHT] contrast adjustment button to “lighten” the image so you can see behind dense objects. If the operator correctly acknowledges the TIP threat. TIP was originally an initiative of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to improve airport security. Reproduction. XIS Users Manual Rev. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited.10 Page 67 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.Proficiency at threat recognition takes experience and practice. . or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. adaptation.A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved. When a TIP “threat” image is being projected.S. See your supervisor if TIP needs to be turned ON or OFF. is prohibited.10 Page 68 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • The TIP Projection image will be erased when the congratulatory message is cleared from the screen. NOTE: If any threat appears on the screen. • The TIP system will positively record your successful TIP threat identification. then Æ press [LEFT] or [RIGHT] to continue examining other bags. RE-EXAMINE THE SCANNED IMAGE VERY CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY! • The bag may still have a real threat inside. ™ 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).TIP PROCEDURES . and international copyrights and patents. adaptation. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. • • • The TIP system will only project images when the TIP system is turned ON. The TIP system is turned on and off by the supervisor and is not controlled by regular operators. Reproduction.USING TIP WITH THE XIS The Astrophysics XIS displays the status of its TIP system on the bottom right side of its scanning screen. When the TIP system is turned ON. • The original scanned image without the TIP projection will then be redisplayed on the screen. The TIP projection schedule is partially randomized to prevent operators from guessing when the next TIP projection will occur. All rights are reserved. NOTE: The Astrophysics XIS system operates as usual when TIP is turned ON. XIS Users Manual Rev. Press the [STOP] button to clear the congratulatory message from the screen. then Æ you will be greeted with a congratulatory message. TIP images are projected at specific intervals based on the bag count. When the TIP system is turned OFF. The projection schedule is not based on time. the message “TIP OFF” will be displayed. a small picture of a threatening article on is electronically blended into the current bag image as it is scrolled onto the screen. a message “TIP ON” will be displayed. All conveyor controls and imaging adjustment buttons work the same. press the TIP [SUSPECT] button.A Rel 2007. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. • When you have finished with your examination and you are satisfied that there is NO real threat. . After you login. • The TIP system scores the user who is currently logged in. ask your supervisor to assign you one.HELPFUL HINTS Always use your own login and password. All rights are reserved. If the TIP system indicates that you are NOT being tested. You are responsible for all TIP test results performed under your login. If the system indicates that TIP is turned ON. If the image of the potential threat is a fictitious TIP. TIP PROCEDURES . • It is important to remember that potential threats the screen can either be a real or fictitious TIP. • EXAMINE THE IMAGE QUICKLY AND RESPOND PROMTPLY. Act accordingly. . be alert for possibly frequent TIP tests. pressing the [STOP] button will give you an extra 30 seconds to respond.If bag still appears to have a real threat inside. • If you do NOT have your own login and password. and international copyrights and patents.S. it is scored as a “MISS”. check the TIP status. Use XIS Users Manual Rev. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.A Rel 2007. follow your facility’s security procedures for handling this situation. • Do NOT disclose your password to others. is prohibited. then: • Press the [STOP] button to clear the “False Alarm” message from the screen. • . then Æ RE-EXAMINE THE SCANNED IMAGE VERY CAREFULLY AND THOROUGHLY! If the bag appears to have a real threat inside. adaptation. Repeatedly pressing the [STOP] button will not give you more time. You will need to quickly decide if the threat in the bag image “looks” real. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It is important to note that other users may not be as motivated as you are in identifying and acknowledging TIPs threats. IF YOU SEE A POTENTIAL THREAT(S) IN A BAG --> PRESS THE [STOP] BUTTON.10 Page 69 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. 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. Otherwise you will have less than 3 seconds left to respond and press the [SUSPECT] button. The moment a TIP image scrolls off the screen. especially when they are logged under your account. Reproduction. • Do NOT let others use your User Name and Password to login. • DO NOT LET THE BAG IMAGE WITH THE POTENTIAL THREAT SCROLL OFF THE SCREEN. • The TIP system will record your “False Alarm” response. For example. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. • Use the [ORG] image to de-emphasize inorganic clutter. XIS Users Manual Rev. study the highlighted missed threat image.A Rel 2007. Learn from it. adaptation. and international copyrights and patents. is prohibited. which is often clothing and food.10 Page 70 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. Some mages are easily recognized because they display the item’s most characteristic profile. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. the x-ray image of a knife blade taken along a thin blade edge is often difficult to recognize. • Use the [LIGHT] Contrast Adjustment button to lighten the image to see items that may be concealed behind denser x-ray opaque objects. It takes practice and experience to become proficient at recognizing threats in x-ray images. Other images are less distinctive. Threat recognition is further complicated by the presence visual clutter of other innocuous items in the enclosing bag.the image adjustment buttons on the control keypad to carefully inspect the bag image. • Use the [INORG] image adjustment button to de-emphasize organic clutter. 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. If you miss a TIP test. All rights are reserved. such as electronics or mechanical frames and fastenings. . In this case. The TIP is acknowledged by pressing the [SUSPECT] key. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. . In this case. A “HIT” occurs when the operator correctly identifies and acknowledges the presence of TIP test image on the screen within the allotted response time.S. Press STOP Key to continue! The whole message is important. Check the bag to make sure that there are NO REAL threats. Note the message: HIT You have CORRECTLY identified a fictional threat. there actually is another REAL THREAT in the bag! XIS Users Manual Rev.10 Page 71 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. Reproduction. after the TIP appeared in bag image. All rights are reserved. the operator correctly pressed the [SUSPECT] button within the 3 seconds allotted response time. It’s important to check the bag again to insure that there are no real threats inside the bag. Note the presence of the IED (Improvised Explosive Device) TIP Threat.A Rel 2007. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. adaptation. The picture directly below is an example of a typical TIP “Hit” Screen.The pictures below show the TIP System in action. and international copyrights and patents. An actual real threat could have been coincidentally hidden in the bag. Reproduction. is prohibited. In this case. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Note the presence of the IED (Improvised Explosive Device) TIP Threat.10 Page 72 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved. A “Miss” was then reported. there actually is another REAL THREAT in the bag! XIS Users Manual Rev.The picture below is an example of a typical TIP “Miss” Screen. the operator did not press the [SUSPECT] button and the TIP “timed-out”.S. The whole message is important. adaptation. Check the bag to make sure there are NO REAL threats. Press STOP key to continue.A Rel 2007. An actual real threat could have been coincidentally hidden in the bag. . It’s important to check the bag again to insure that there are no real threats inside the bag. and international copyrights and patents. After the projection appeared the projection appeared. Note the message: Miss You did NOT identify a fictional threat. All rights are reserved. adaptation. Reproduction. is prohibited. and international copyrights and patents. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. XIS Users Manual Rev. Check the bag to make sure there are NO REAL threats. During regular screening operations.10 Page 73 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Note the message: False Alarm A Fictional threat was canceled. .A Rel 2007. 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.S. A “False Alarm” warning was then immediately displayed. Press FORWARD key to continue! False Alarms messages are also very important.The picture below is an example of a typical TIP “FALSE ALARM” Screen. Note the absence of any TIP Threat in the image. the operator pressed the [SUSPECT] button when NO TIP was being displayed. • • • Select your user name entry from the drop down.S. CBT users. 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.Have your supervisor turn the CBT option ON. can concentrate on learning to use the XIS controls buttons without the worry of missing real threats.Login as usual. XIS Users Manual Rev. The CBT is enabled by the ADMINISTRATOR user. Enter your numeric password using the console. \ STEP 2. • • STEP 4 . .10 Page 74 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. Wait for the System Ready screen to appear. • Simulated bag image will start scrolling across the screen. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. STEP 3 . Introduction CBT is an abbreviation for Computer Based Training. CBT users can also set their own training schedule and learning pace.CBT OPERATION Chapter Overview This chapter describes how to use the CBT (Computer Based Training) System. When the CBT is turned ON.CBT training is concluded when the users logs out. for example. . the XIS CANNOT be used for regular x-ray screening because normal conveyor belt operation is disabled. Notice how the bags keep scrolling even though the conveyor is stopped The bags will continuously scroll across the screen until the [STOP] button is pressed. It is intended for all users of the XIS. adaptation. is prohibited. The regular login procedures are described in Chapter 3. All rights are reserved.A Rel 2007. The Astrophysics CBT system emulates the screening operation of the XIS system without the need to run bags through x-ray tunnel. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. USING Astrophysics CBT STEP 1 . • • • The CBT option must be turned ON before it can be used.Press the [LEFT] button to start the CBT simulation.CHAPTER 7 . Press the [EXIT] button to logout. All of the imaging function buttons operate as normal. All rights are reserved. when you are ready to use the XIS for real screening operations. XIS Users Manual Rev. the CBT does NOT accumulate any statistics on performance. and international copyrights and patents. . It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. .• When TIP is turned ON. adaptation. is prohibited.Have your supervisor turn the CBT option OFF.S. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007. Reproduction.10 Page 75 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. STEP 4 . adaptation. and delete operator logins 2. Right click on the Password box. CBT. This task requires training users on threat identification and threat handling procedures. edit.10 Page 76 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. To Add. 1. Delete User Name Login Account Procedures Follow the procedures below for adding. XIS Supervisor XIS Supervisors have four important responsibilities: 1. All rights are reserved. Go to the Please Log In screen and select the Administrator label. To train their users on how to properly operate the XIS 4. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. . and deleting User logins. ` 3.S. editing. Edit. This training instruction is beyond the scope of this manual. XIS Users Manual Rev. To enable or disable usage of the various XIS software options including: IA. To add. It describes work instructions for operations and task normally assigned to Supervisors. 3. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents.CHAPTER 8 -THE XIS SUPERVISOR Chapter Overview This chapter is intended for Supervisory XIS users.A Rel 2007. and TIP options. To train their users on how to properly perform their security screening task with the XIS. is prohibited. Reproduction. To ADD A User 1. • The Administrator password for the XIS is provided to supervisors at the time of system installation. Click on the [Add] button. Enter the User Information Fields • Full Name (Optional information field) XIS Users Manual Rev. adaptation. Wait for the User Manager screen to appear. All rights are reserved.10 Page 77 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. .A Rel 2007. Figure 8 .4. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. 2. Reproduction. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Wait for Add New User Screen to appear.Add New User Screen 3. is prohibited. Enter the Administrator Password. and international copyrights and patents. 5.S. 3.S. To Delete a User 1. To return to the Please Log In screen. click on [Save] button. 4. Reproduction. 5. Wait for the Edit Users Screen to appear 4. Wait the User Manager screen to appear XIS Users Manual Rev. click on the top ADMINSTRATOR button 2. All rights are reserved. Edit the user’s profile. You will next return to the Please Log In screen. click on the [EXIT] button. 4. on the User Name (from User Name List) that you want to delete. Click on the [Edit] button. Enter the (numeric) Administrator password. When you are satisfied with your entries. click on the User Name (from User Name List) that you want to delete. To Edit a User’s Profile 1. . 2. adaptation. 2. click the [Yes] button. From the User Menu screen. TO TURN TIP ON / OFF TO TURN IA ON / OFF TO TURN CBT ON / OFF 1. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. 3. You will next return to the User Manager screen. When the prompt “Are You Sure …” appears. is prohibited. From the User Menu screen. Click on the [Delete] button. Click on [Save] when you are finished.10 Page 78 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007. 3. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. At the PLEASE LOG IN screen. 6. and international copyrights and patents. 5.• • • • • • • • • 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: ƒ Each user must have a unique User Name field entry. ƒ Carefully select whether the user is an Operator or Administrator. 1. You will next return to the User Manager screen. You will next return to the User Manager screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. click on it to change it to Threat Project Disable TO TURN IA (Image Archive) ON o o Check the IA status If the IA [IA Enable] button is present.10 Page 79 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. click on it to change it to IA Disable TO TURN IA (Image Archive) OFF XIS Users Manual Rev. click on it to change it to [Threat Project Enable] To Turn Tip Off o o Check the Threat Project status If the TIP [Threat Project Enable] button is present. Reproduction. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. click on the bottom [Menu] button.A Rel 2007. To Turn Tip On o o Check the Threat Project status If the TIP [Threat Project Disable] button is present. 5. adaptation. At the User Manager screen. and international copyrights and patents. Wait for the Menu screen to appear. All rights are reserved.4. is prohibited.S. . click on the bottom [Save] button. 7. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. To save your changes and return to the User Manager screen.o o Check the Threat Project status If the [IA Enable] button is present.10 Page 80 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. click on it to change it to CBT Enable 6. All rights are reserved. . and international copyrights and patents. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. click on it to change it to IA Disable TO TURN CBT (Computer Based Training) ON o o Check the CBT status If the CBT [CBT Enable] button is present. click on the bottom [Exit] button. is prohibited. To the return to Please Log In screen.S. click on it to change it to CBT Disable TO TURN CBT (Computer Based Training) OFF o o Check the CBT status If the [CBT Disable] button is present. Reproduction. click on the bottom [EXIT] 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. adaptation. 6.A Rel 2007.10 Page 81 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. ``````` To select an earlier reporting week. click on the [PREVIOUS] button. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved.TO REVIEW THE SYSTEM USAGE REPORT 1.S. and international copyrights and patents. 2. Click on the User Name Administrator Enter the Administrator password. 3. 7. is prohibited. To the return to Please Log In screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. To return to the User Manager screen. Wait the User Manager screen to appear 4. XIS Users Manual Rev. At the Please Log In screen. . click on the top [Report] button. click on the top [Supervisor ] button. click on the [CLOSE] button. Reproduction. 4. At the User Manager screen. A Rel 2007.e. select (i.System Information Screen XIS Serial Number XIS Software Version 3. Enter the (numeric) Administrator password. To return to the User Manager screen. Reproduction.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. Click on the [<<Back] button. 4. To return to the Please Log In screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. All rights are reserved. adaptation. click on the bottom [Exit] button. right click on) “System Information” Figure 9 . or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Page 82 of 113 XIS Users Manual Rev. 2. is prohibited. At the Please Log In screen. 3. Wait the User Manager screen to appear 4. click on the top Administrator label. At the User Manager Screen.S. To access the System Information screen use the following procedures: 1. . and international copyrights and patents.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Report Generation Screen 6. click on the top [REPORT] button. click on the top ADMINSTRATOR label. Wait the USER MANAGER screen to appear 4. At the USER MANAGER screen. 7.S. and international copyrights and patents. click on the upper right [Tip Report] Button. 2. At the PLEASE LOG IN screen. Wait for the Tip Report screen to appear. Wait for the REPORT GENERATION screen to appear. At the Report Generation screen. 3.A Rel 2007. 5. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Enter the (numeric) Administrator password. . Figure 10 . XIS Users Manual Rev. is prohibited.10 Page 83 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. All rights are reserved. Reproduction.TO REVIEW THE TIP USER PERFORMANCE REPORT 1. Misses. click on the [PREVIOUS] button. .S. click on the [CLOSE] button.A Rel 2007. is prohibited.o The TIP Generation screen itemizes the total daily number of TIP Hits. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. & False Alarms by number and percent for each operator user name in the current week reporting period. Figure 11 . Reproduction. 5. adaptation. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.Tip Report Screen To select an earlier reporting week. and international copyrights and patents. XIS Users Manual Rev. To return to the User Manager Screen.10 Page 84 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. click on the bottom [EXIT] button. To the return to Please Log In screen. All rights are reserved. CHAPTER 9 . If have a Dual View system. the “up-shooter”. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. . The other x-ray generator. XIS Users Manual Rev. is prohibited.e. The “up-shooter” produces the more common and traditional “up-shooter” x-ray image view.S. INTRODUCTION The 100XDV Dual View is an enhanced x-ray imaging system that has two x-ray generators instead of the usual one. please read this chapter carefully. points horizontally and produces a “side” (i. adaptation. profile) view of the item being scanned. the “sideshooter”. Exit End Corner View of the 100xDV.A Rel 2007.10 Page 85 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. One x-ray generator. All rights are reserved.THE XIS 100XDV DUAL VIEW SYSTEM This chapter is discusses the XIS Model 100XDV. The two x-ray generators point at different angles. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. dual view x-ray imaging system. and international copyrights and patents. points vertically upwards as it passes through the item being scanned. and international copyrights and patents.A Rel 2007. . It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. adaptation. Both x-ray generator views are simultaneously displayed on separate monitors. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved. is prohibited. Bags and other items entering the Dual-View are scanned and imaged by both x-ray generators. XIS Users Manual Rev. A cross-section view of the Dual View X-ray Imaging System. Together they provide a comprehensive internal image of the item being scanned.Figure.S. Reproduction. The two views complement each other.10 Page 86 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. All rights are reserved.10 Page 87 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.7 ma • Side-Shooter X-ray Generator 0. Reproduction. .A Rel 2007. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.XIS 100XDV DUAL VIEW SYSTEM – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS XIS 100XDV LANGUAGES SUPPORTED English Chinese Arabic (Other languages supported on special request) 36 AWG guaranteed 1 mm 22 mm guaranteed 24 mm typical 4096 gray levels with 24 distinct visible levels as measured with step wedge Three LCD Monitor Displays: • Left and Center LCD displays Up-Shooter View • Right LCD display shows Side-Shooter View Up to 32x Zoom In Image Magnification On-demand Z-number calculation and display Automatic storage and on-demand retrieval of last 80.S. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation. is prohibited.4 in) • Up-Shooter X-ray Generator 160 KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 150 K Vp • Side-Shooter X-ray Generator 160 KVp X-ray Tube Operating at 150 K Vp • Up-Shooter X-ray Generator 0.7 ma Maintenance free sealed oil bath with convection cooling and fan assisted ventilation • Up-Shooter X-ray Generator – 100% • Side-Shooter X-ray Generator – 100% • • Up-Shooter X-ray Generator – Vertically upward Side-Shooter X-ray Generator – Horizontal Table 8 – XIS 100XDV Technical Specifications XIS Users Manual Rev.4 in) 100 cm (39. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.000+ images Automatic identification and colorization of Organic / Inorganic materials (Optional Dual Monitor) Selectable Color & B/W Imaging on-demand Simple 11 Step Density Imaging Adjustment IMAGING SPECIFICATIONS Wire Resolution Spatial Sensitivity Steel Penetration Contrast IMAGING FEATURES Image Display Image Magnification Z-Number Image Archive Material Classification Color / B/W Imaging Contrast Adjustments X-RAY TUNNEL DIMENSIONS Height Width X-RAY GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS X-ray Tube Voltage X-ray Tube Current Cooling Duty Cycle Beam Direction 100 cm (39. 8cm) inter-bag spacing 200 kg ( 441 lb) Distributed load 100 cm (39.10 Page 88 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007.060 lb) With 1.1152 High Energy & 1152 Low Energy Side-Shooter Detector set . is prohibited. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.2 in) 137 cm (54. and international copyrights and patents.0 meter extension conveyor belt Approx 427 cm (168 in) 76 cm (29.5 meter extension conveyor belt Approx cm ( in) With 1.1152 High Energy & 1152 Low Energy Up-Shooter x-ray generator – oriented vertically up Side-shooter x-ray generator – oriented horizontally 0.7 m/min (45 ft / min) Approx 24 20” (0.XIS 100XDV DUAL VIEW SYSTEM – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (continued) X-RAY DETECTORS Number Geometry RADIATION SAFETY Up-Shooter Detector set .0 meter extension conveyor belt Approx cm (164 in) 226 cm (89 in) 196 cm (77 in) With 0.4 in) 5o C to 40 o C (32 o F to 104 o F) 5% to 85% Non-condensing atmosphere Intel 2 Core Duo ™ (E6000 Series) Dual Core Technology 1 GB or greater Microsoft XP ™ Operating system or later release ATI Graphics Adapter with 256 Mb Video RAM or greater Three 43.5m) wide bags per min with a 2” (0.845 kg (4.9 in) 13.5 meter extension conveyor belt Approx 327 cm (129 in) With 1.0 meter extension conveyor belt Approx 1. flicker free LCD monitors with automatic brightness and contrast adjustment 80 GB or greater Line Interactive UPS Height Speed Bag Screening Capacity Load Capacity Standard entry bed length Standard exit bed length ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS Temperature Relative Humidity PC CONFIGURATION CPU RAM Operating System Video LCD Displays Disk Storage UPS Protection XIS Users Manual Rev.S.0 in) With 0.860 kg (4. . Reproduction.3 mR typical ISO 1600 / 33 DIN (or slower speed) film safe 110-120 VAC 220-240 VAC 20 Amp (max) 15 Amp (max) Dose Per Pass Film Safety ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 110 VAC 220 VAC PHYSCIAL DIMENSIONS Weight (uncrated) Weight (crated) Overall Height Overall Width Overall Length Crated Height Crated Width Crated Length CONVEYOR SPECIFICATIONS Approx 1400 kg (3090 lbs) With 0. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.4 in) 100 cm (39.2 cm (17 in) diagonal.090 lb) 196 cm (77. All rights are reserved.5 meter extension conveyor belt Approx 1. adaptation. . adaptation.10 Page 89 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.A Rel 2007.S. is prohibited.The Dual View system has three separate display monitors. XIS Users Manual Rev. Reproduction. All rights are reserved. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents. The left-side and middle monitors displays the images from the “up-shooter” x-ray generator. The rightmost monitor displays images from the side-shooter x-ray generator. 10 Page 90 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • The up-shooter’s B/W view is a “basic” x-ray image that is displayed in gray-scale tones. • The side-shooter’s color view is colorized according to calculated material Z-number and organic / inorganic material classification. UP-SHOOTER B/W VIEW CENTER DISPLAY The center display always shows the up-shooter’s “Black & White” (BW) x-ray view. SIDE-SHOOTER VIEW RIGHT SIDE DISPLAY The right side displays both the sideshooter’s “Color” and “Black & White” (BW) x-ray views.S.A Rel 2007. The right side display can also show the side-shooter’s BW x-ray view. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Reproduction. XIS Users Manual Rev.DUAL VIEW DISPLAY DESCRIPTION UP-SHOOTER COLOR VIEW LEFT SIDE DISPLAY The left side display always shows the up-shooter’s “Color” xray view. follow the procedure below: • Using the touchpad move the cursor in the right most display. • The up-shooter’s color view is colorized according to calculated material Z-number and organic / inorganic material classification. The gray scale tones are determined from the transmissive x-ray signal intensity. The right side display initially defaults to displaying the side-shooter’s “Color” view. is prohibited. adaptation. . The gray scale tones are determined from the transmissive x-ray signal intensity. and international copyrights and patents. To select between the Side-Shooter’s Color and B/W display. All rights are reserved. • Press [COLOR] to select the Upshooter’s Color display. • The side-shooter’s B/W view is a “basic” x-ray image that is displayed in gray-scale tones. • Press [BW] to select the upshooter’s Black & White display. .e. and international copyrights and patents. adaptation. Reproduction. 2 The control panel interoperates with all three display monitor.10 Page 91 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.Both views of the Dual View are controlled by the same operator control panel. Figure – AOCP Rev.A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved. XIS Users Manual Rev. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. pressing [LIGHT] (i. For example. the XIS AOCP (Advance Operator Control Panel) Revision 2. causes the image on all three monitors to lighten. is prohibited. the LIGHT button).S. is prohibited. • The message. • Hence. • If the conveyor belt is already moving in the right (Reverse) direction. the conveyor belt will momentarily stop and then proceed in the left (Forward) direction.S. is displayed on bottom center of screen. is displayed on bottom center of screen.A Rel 2007. and international copyrights and patents. . “Forward”.10 Page 92 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • The message. COMMENTS • The [LEFT] buttons starts the conveyor moving from right to left. Up-shooter View (Left and Middle Screen Display) Displays normally. Side-shooter View (Right Screen Display Displays normally. Reproduction. “Forward”. XIS Users Manual Rev. is displayed on bottom center of screen. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. Up-shooter View Middle Screen Display Displays normally. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.THE DUAL VIEW OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL Conveyor Control Button Operation Control Button [LEFT] Start conveyor in left direction. “Forward”. the Left direction corresponds to the Forward direction. adaptation. • The control panel is usually oriented with the inspection tunnel entry opening on right and the exit opening on the left. • The message. which indicate that the conveyor is moving. Displays normally. is displayed on bottom center of screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. is prohibited.10 Page 93 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. “Reverse”. “Forward” and “Reverse” messages.S. Reproduction. “Forward” and “Reverse” messages. • If the conveyor belt is already moving in the left (Forward) direction. adaptation. • Hence. • The message. “Reverse”. . • The control panel is usually oriented with the inspection tunnel entry opening on right and the exit opening on the left. Displays normally. the conveyor belt will momentarily stop and then proceed in the right (Reverse) direction. .A Rel 2007. . XIS Users Manual Rev. . are cleared from the screen to indicate that the conveyor has stopped. which indicate that the conveyor is moving. Displays normally. Up-shooter View Middle Screen Display Displays normally. Side-shooter View (Right Screen Display Displays normally. “Reverse”. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. COMMENTS • The [STOP] button stops the conveyor belt. and international copyrights and patents. [RIGHT] Start conveyor in right direction. are cleared from the screen to indicate that the conveyor has stopped.Control Button [STOP] Stop conveyor. “Forward” and “Reverse” messages. All rights are reserved. which indicate that the conveyor is moving. • The [RIGHT] buttons starts the conveyor moving from left to right. is displayed on bottom center of screen. is displayed on bottom center of screen. Up-shooter View (Left and Middle Screen Display) Displays normally. • The message. • The message. are cleared from the screen to indicate that the conveyor has stopped. the Left direction corresponds to the Reverse direction. Operator Control Panel Button To adjust screen gamma (screen brightness i. Press [SCREEN 2] Press [LIGHT] or [DARK] Side-shooter View (Right Screen Display) Move the cursor to very left side display.e.S. The screen centers on the cursor’s position and screen is redisplayed with reduced magnification.10 Page 94 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.Most of the AOCP control buttons on the Dual View operates the same as on the regular XIS “Single View” Systems. XIS Users Manual Rev. • Press [ZOOM-IN] to magnify the screen. pressing the [ORG] button operates the same on both “views”. no screen magnification) of normal imaging. Press [ZOOM-IN] to magnify the screen. Press [SCREEN 1] Press [LIGHT] or [DARK] Side-shooter View (Right Screen Display) Move the cursor to the right side or middle display. • Each press of [ZOOM-IN] increases screen magnification by two times (2x). and international copyrights and patents. There are some differences that are noted below. To increase or decrease screen magnification.A Rel 2007. The [ZOOMOUT] button can be multiply pressed to multiply decrease screen magnification. remember to select the view! Use the touchpad to move the cursor between the up-shooter views (left and middle screen) and the the side-shooter view (right most display) Press [LIGHT] or [DARK ] Move the cursor to very left side display. Using the touchpad move the cursor to middle display. The screen centers on the cursor’s position and magnified screen is redisplayed.e. . • Press [ZOOM-OUT] to decrease screen magnification. is prohibited. Before adjusting screen brighness and darkness. • Each press of [ZOOM-OUT] button reduces the screen magnification by a factor of two (2x). The screen’s magnification can be reduced to a minimum of 1x (i. Move the cursor to the right side or middle display. For example. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. The [ZOOM-IN] button can be multiply pressed to multiply increase screen magnification. adaptation. lightness and darkness) Up-shooter View (Left and Middle Screen Display) Move the cursor to the right side or middle display. Reproduction. Press [ZOOM-OUT] decreases screen magnification. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. The maximum screen magnification is 32x. 10 Page 95 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. and international copyrights and patents. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. is prohibited. .A Rel 2007. Reproduction. All rights are reserved. XIS Users Manual Rev. adaptation.STARTING THE DUAL-VIEW – TURNING THE KEY-SWITCH TO ON The startup procedure for the Dual View is essentially the same as in the other XIS models. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. SHUTTING DOWN THE DUAL-VIEW – TURNING THE KEY-SWITCH TO OFF XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 96 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. APPENDIX A- SOME GUIDELINES ON WHAT CAN BE X-RAYED Below are some general guidelines on what can be x-rayed with your XIS. See your facility’s security manager for specific guidelines. ITEM TO BE INSPECTED. Water in a leak proof container COMMENTS • Water is unaffected by x-rays. • Water (in a container) can be safely inspected with the XIS and is safe to drink afterwards. • Do NOT allow the entry of open containers of liquids into the x-ray tunnel. • They may spill and damage the electrical components inside the XIS. • Foods are unaffected by x-rays from the XIS. • Foods can be safely inspected with the XIS and are safe to consume afterwards. • X-rays from the XIS do NOT cook or sterilize the food. • Cosmetics are unaffected by x-rays from the XIS. • Cosmetics can be safely inspected with the XIS and are safe to use afterwards. • Electronics are unaffected by x-rays from the XIS. • They can be safely inspected with the XIS. 1. 2. Open liquid container 3. Foods 4. Cosmetics 5. Electronics including computers, calculators, cell phones, PDAs and IPods ™ Camera Film 6. 7. 8. Flowers and plants Pets 9. Sharp objects 10. Bags, packages, and other articles. • X-rays ONLY affects undeveloped film. • Developed film and printed pictures are unaffected by x-rays. • Avoid x-raying undeveloped x-ray radiography film, scientific film, and special high speed films. • Most consumer photography film is low speed (i.e. between 25 to 1600 ISO) and is unaffected by x-rays. • Flowers and plants are unaffected by x-rays from the XIS. • They can be safely inspected with the XIS. • Please be sensitive to the pet and its owner. • The TSA recommends that you use a metal detector and visually and physically inspect the pet. • Have the owner remove his pet from its carrier and separately inspect the carrier with the XIS. • Be careful! • Very sharp objects can cut the conveyor belt and the x-ray curtains. • The vast majority of inanimate objects are unaffected by x-rays and can be safely inspected with XIS. • See your facility’s security manager for specific guidelines. XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 97 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. APPENDIX B - QUICK STARTUP GUIDE TO TURN ON SYSTEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Make sure the XIS is plugged in. Turn the main AC switch to the ON (vertical) position. Insert the key in to the key-switch. Turn the key-switch (90o clockwise) to the (horizontal) ON position. Wait for the Please Log In screen to appear. TO LOGIN 1. At the Please Log In screen, move the cursor over the Operator icon and double tap the touchpad. 2. Move the cursor to the down arrow [ À ] which is located on the right side of the User Name entry box. Tap the touchpad to pull down the User-Name list. 3. Move the cursor over your User Name and double tap on the touchpad. 4. Enter your numeric password. 5. Wait for System Ready screen to appear.. TO GET X-RAY IMAGES 1. Press the [LEFT] (or [RIGHT]) button. 2. Place bags and packages on the entry end of the conveyor belt • Let conveyor carry the items through the x-ray tunnel. • X-ray images of the bags are displayed when the bags enter the x-ray tunnel. 3. Examine the scanned image very carefully. 4. Remove the bags and packages from the conveyor belt when they exit the tunnel. 5. Press [STOP] when there are no longer bags or packages to examine. 1. Turn the key-switch (90o counter clockwise) to the OFF (vertical) position. 2. Wait for the PC monitor screen to turn off. 3. Remove the key from key-switch and safely store the key. TO TURN OFF SYSTEM Astrophysics Business Contact Astrophysics Inc. 21481 Ferrero Parkway City of Industry, Ca 91789-523 United States Telephone 909 598-5488 Fax 909 598-5546 Web Page www.astrophysicsinc.com E-mail: [email protected] XIS Users Manual Rev.A Rel 2007.10 Page 98 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.S. and international copyrights and patents. All rights are reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. is prohibited. A Rel 2007. . you must start the conveyor to begin imaging.QUICK STARTUP GUIDE (continued) SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS CONTROL BUTTON [ATOM] [EXIT] [IA] [LEFT] [RIGHT] [STOP] IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTON FULL BUTTON NAME Atomic Number Exit Image Archive Forward Conveyor Reverse Conveyor Stop DESCRIPTION Display Atomic (Z) number Exit and return to the “Please Log In” screen. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. • Pressing [F1] enables CXO imaging. CXO allows imaging of these items. adaptation. (You can also press any other image adjustment buttons to Page 99 of 113 [B/W] [COLOR] [DARK] [INORG] [LIGHT] [NORM] [ORG] [PSEU] [B/W REVERSE] [F1] Color Darken Contrast Inorganic Lighten Contrast Normal Contrast Organic Pseudo Color ( White on Black) 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) Reverse ( White on Black) B/W screen (Right Monitor) Continuous X-ray ON Color Screen & B/W Screen [F2] Picture Perfect Imaging Color Screen & B/W Screen XIS Users Manual Rev. To use Picture Perfect : • Stop the belt after imaging a bag. . Display Image Archive Menu Run conveyor in the left direction. IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS BUTTON FULL NAME Black & White (Black on White) AFFECTED SCREEN B/W Screen (Right Monitor) DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION Display the default normal B/W (black on white) video on the B/W Screen.APPENDIX B . or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. disables (i. Run conveyor in the right direction. Display the default color screen on the B/W Screen. Intermediate gray scales are similarly inverted Enable / Disable Continuous X-ray On (CXO) when conveyor belt is running. Exceptionally thin items may go under the x-ray inspection tunnel’s photocells that trigger the x-rays to turn on. White is displayed as black and vice versa. The coloration is based strictly on screen brightness. turns off) the CXO function. 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.e. X-rays are ONLY generated when the conveyor belt is running.10 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. • Pressing [F1] again. All rights are reserved.) • Press [F2] to display the same image with enhanced “Picture Perfect” detail. • Note Æ after enabling CXO. is prohibited. Press [STOP] button. Enable / Disable Picture Perfect Imaging “Picture Perfect “ imaging mode displays enhanced contrast imaging of organic items.S. Darken (lower) the contrast on the screen. (i. Reproduction. Stopping the conveyor STOPS the production of x-rays. not on Z-number.e. CXO allows imaging of thin items. and international copyrights and patents. Stop conveyor. • Press [F2] to resume normal imaging. “Invert” B/W screen display (to white on black). or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.10 Page 100 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. ) XIS Users Manual Rev. and international copyrights and patents. Reproduction. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.A Rel 2007. .automatically exit “Picture Perfect” imaging mode. is prohibited.S. All rights are reserved. adaptation. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.S. Adjust screen contrast to darken the image. adaptation. . Reproduction. on both Color and B/W monitor screens. Adjust Color screen. is prohibited.A Rel 2007. Adjust screen contrast to lighten the image on both Color and B/W monitor screens. and international copyrights and patents.PC KEYBOARD – CONTROL PANEL EQUIVALENCE PC KEYSTROKE XKEY CONTROL PAD EQUIVALENT KEYSTROKE BUTTON FULL NAME REVERSE CONVEYOR STOP FORWARD Conveyor Toggle Black & White Screen Display Mode Toggle Color Screen Display Mode DARKEN Contrast LIGHTEN Contrast DESCRIPTION Run conveyor belt in right direction Stop the conveyor Run conveyor belt in left direction Adjust B/W screen.10 Page 101 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. F1 F2 F3 [RIGHT] [STOP] [LEFT] [B/W] [REV] [PSEU] [COLOR] [INORG] [ORG] [DARK] [LIGHT] F4 F5 F6 F7 XIS Users Manual Rev. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. Toggle Color Screen from (1) (Normal) COLOR To (2) ORGANIC display mode and then to (3) INORGANIC display mode. Toggle Black & White Screen (left side monitor) from (1) normal B/W mode to (2) REVERSE VIDEO and then to (3) PSEUDO COLOR mode. FAA – Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA is responsible for regulating civil aviation in the United States. XIS Users Manual Rev. They are produced by the interaction of matter with electrons or other x-rays. and services. beta particles. gamma rays. systems.S. Ionizing radiation – Refers to electromagnetic radiation or energetic particles capable of producing ions. Forms of ionizing radiation include xrays. ionized atoms can disrupt cellular processes. Roentgen exposure is calculated by absorbed dose in RADs multiplied by the quality factor. electrically charged atoms. UPS – Uninterruptible Power Supply XIS – X-ray Imaging System.10 Page 102 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. adaptation. The TSA is responsible for protecting the U. ASTM International.milliampere PDA – Personal Digital Assistant PLC – Programmable Logic Controller Roentgen – A unit of dose equivalence used to measure human radiation exposure. and neutrons. DAS is a PCI board that converts analog data from the x-ray detectors into digital imaging data.APPENDIX C – ABBREVIATIONS AND GLOSSARY AOCP – Advance Operator Control Panel ASTM -American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). . products. and international copyrights and patents. Reproduction. Ionized atoms tend to be very chemically reactive. transportation systems. The FAA was created by the Federal Aviation Safety Act of 1958. is prohibited. In living tissue.A Rel 2007. CBT – Computer Based Training DAS – Data Acquisition System. which considers the biological effects of different types of radiations. All rights are reserved. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.X-rays are a very penetrating form of electromagnetic energy. is an organization focused on the development of technical standards for materials. KV – Kilovolts LED – Light Emitting Diode LXDA – Linear X-ray Detector Assembly mA . X-rays have a wavelength less than 100 angstroms . It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. alpha particles. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in as part of the Aviation and Transportation Security Act of 2001.S. TIP – Threat Insertion Projection TSA – Transportation Security Administration. X-Rays . . Reproduction. and international copyrights and patents.S. All rights are reserved. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U.10 Page 103 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. XIS Users Manual Rev.APPENDIX D – XKEYPAD OPERATOR CONTROL PANEL The XKEYPAD is an early version of the XIS Operator Control Panel. It is shown below to assist users of legacy XIS systems. adaptation. is prohibited.A Rel 2007. A Rel 2007. All rights are reserved. Reproduction. o A TIP Threat Alert Button. is prohibited. Information on AOCP Rev 1 is provided for “legacy” users of this control panel.10 Page 104 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc. The AOCP Revision 1 replaces the PC keyboard and mouse for communicating with the embedded PC inside the XIS.S. and o A touchpad interface. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. and international copyrights and patents. The AOCP has six main components: o A Emergency Stop Button. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc.APPENDIX E – AOCP REVISION 1 The section below describes the Advance Operator Control Panel (AOCP) . o A set of status control lights. o A set of operator control buttons. XIS Users Manual Rev. adaptation. . AOCP Revision 1 is an earlier version of the current release AOCP Revision 2. o A Key-switch. AOCP Revision 1. Pressing the ESB immediately powers down and stops the conveyor belt and until the operator clears and releases the ESB by turning it clockwise. All rights are reserved. The XIS is powered up and turned ON. The XIS will automatically re-start if the XIS is (1) powered up.) The XIS has detected an internal problem and is prompting the user to contact the manufacturer. TIP will periodically blend in threat images to test the operator. Reproduction. IA is recording scanned bag images for future retrieval. The XIS is turned OFF. The TIP system is OFF (I. No TIP images will be projected.) No function. adaptation.) The Image Archive system is OFF (I.e.S. The X-ray generator is ON and producing xrays. The X-ray generator is OFF and NOT producing x-rays. and (3) the key-switch is turned to the ON position. It contains information that is confidential and proprietary to Astrophysics Inc… The information contained herein is protected by U. The status provides real-time status information to the user.STATUS CONTROL LIGHTS The AOCP has a set of status control lights. The ESB stays activated case of emergencies.EMERGENCY STOP BUTTON The AOCP Emergency Stop Button (ESB) is for use in x-ray generator.) The XIS has NOT detected an internal problem. IA is NOT recording scanned bag images.A Rel 2007.0 (continued) AOCP REV 1 . The TIP system is ON (I. located at the top of the panel. . rendering the XIS into an absolutely safe state. (For future system implementation. is prohibited. (For future system implementation. Status Light TIP Auto-Detect IA Service X-ray Power Status when status light is lit (On).e. or translation without prior written permission of Astrophysics Inc. AOCP REV 1 .10 Page 105 of 113 This Manual is the property of Astrophysics Inc.) No function. Status when status light is un-lit (Off). and international copyrights and patents.) The Image Archive system is ON (I. XIS Users Manual Rev.Appendix E . (2) the main breaker switch is turned ON.e.e. Key-switch in (horizontal) ON position Wait for the "Please Log In" screen to appear.0 (continued) AOCP REV 1 . XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.KEY-SWITCH To Turn XIS to ON The key-switch is located in the upper right corner of the AOCP.10 Page 106 of 113 .10.® Appendix E . Turn the key-switch clockwise to (horizontal) ON position.AOCP Revision 1. ® Appendix E . AND [RIGHT] BUTTON [LEFT] [STOP] [RIGHT] DESCRIPTION Starts conveyor moving in the (right-to-) left direction. [STOP].CONVEYOR CONTROL KEYS [LEFT]. Stop the conveyor (if it is moving).10.0 (continued) AOCP REV 1 .10 Page 107 of 113 . ** also used to as an [ENTER] key during user log in Starts conveyor moving in the (left-to-) right XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.AOCP Revision 1. [1].® Appendix E .10. [9] [ENTER] [CLEAR] DESCRIPTION Enter number (for entering user password in “Please Log In” Screen). Enter (when selecting username entry at “Please Log In screen”) Backspace (Backspace cursor when entering password in “Please Log In Screen”) XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.AOCP Revision 1.0 (continued) AOCP REV 1 .NUMERIC BUTTONS BUTTON [0] .10 Page 108 of 113 . …. No function.10 Page 109 of 113 .) Exit x-ray image scanning screen and go to “Please Log In” screen.10. (For future implementation.) Save current screen bag images to C:\Program\Files\XrayClient\XrayDoc No function. Display Image Archiving Menu Screen Displays Maintenance Menu Screen Print current screen image.AOCP Revision 1 (continued) AOCP REV 1 .SYSTEM CONTROL BUTTONS BUTTON [ACCEPT] [EXIT] [IA] [MENU] [PRINT SCREEN] [REJECT] [SAVE SCREEN] [SEND] DESCRIPTION No function.) XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007. (For future implementation.® Appendix E . (For future implementation. XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007. No function. No function.10. No function.® Appendix E . Exit x-ray image scanning screen. (For future implementation.10 Page 110 of 113 .IMAGE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS BUTTON [ATOM] [COLOR] [EDGE TRACE] [HIPEN] [INORG] [LOG OUT] [ORG] [UD1] [UD2] DESCRIPTION Calculate and display z-number Display the default color mode screen on the Color Screen.) Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize inorganic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials. (For future implementation.) No function. Go to “Please Log In” screen. Adjust the Color Screen to emphasize organic materials and deemphasize inorganic materials.AOCP Revision 1 (continued) AOCP REV 1 . XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.® Appendix E .10.e. First press either [Screen 1] or [Screen 2] to select screen and then press [DARK] Lighten bag image on screen. Zoom Out) mode.AOCP Revision 1 (continued) AOCP REV 1 . • Move your fingers on the touchpad to position the cursor. Display screen in Normal (1x magnification) zoom mode. First press either [Screen 1] or [Screen 2] to select screen and then press [LIGHT].e. Affects “selected” screen. 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. The Touchpad replaces the PC mouse. Zoom In) mode. Affects “selected” screen.10 Page 111 of 113 . Select Zoom UP (I.ZOOM & SCREEN BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS BUTTON [DARK] [LIGHT] Left side [NORM] Right side [NORM] [SCREEN 1] [SCREEN 2] [ZOOM DOWN] [ZOOM UP] Touchpad DESCRIPTION Darken bag image on screen. • Tap twice (quickly) to left click an entry. 10.10 Page 112 of 113 .Screen Menu Map XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.® APPENDIX F – SCREEN MENU MAP Figure 12 . 28 foot-mat switch. 16. 104 C CBT. 19. 78. 7. 109 ASTM.x-raying foods. 70. 10 TSA. 72. 6. 54. 68. 107 Z ZOOM IN. 42. 34. 107 Astrophysics Business Contact Information.® INDEX A Advance Operator Control Panel (AOCP). 37. 39.10 Page 113 of 113 . 55 Advance Operator Control Panel (AOCP) Revision 1. 92. 107 Foods . 78.26. 27. 19. 107 UPS. 65. 19. 22. 11 ORG image adjustment function button.17. 6 Ionizing radiation. 19 Mobility Kit. Parts 129. 16. 13. 107 F FAA. 93. 9. 9. 74. 103 X X-ray ON LED. 103 L Login. 79. 28. 107 dual energy**. 54 P PDA. 107 Power-ON LED. 76. 12.. 104 Inorganic. 104 Interlock switches. 21 M O Operator Training Courses. 19. 54 Foot-Mat Switch. 102. 22. 46. 46. 32 ZOOM OUT. 28. 34. 92. 79 LXDA. 23. 40. 19 I Image Archive. 10 Title 21 Parts 1020. 107 Pseudo. 7.10. 35 T Technical Support. 19. 11 K key-switch. 107 U W warranty. 2. 22. 6. 46. 19 REV image adjustment button. 10 Title 14. 17. 107 Title 14 Parts 108. 107 Picture Perfect. 70. 13 E Emergency Stop. 34 Organic. 19 Exit Roller Extension Table. 21. 6 x-ray tunnel. 19 curtains. 78. 6 Programmable Logic Controller. 9. 73. 19 R Remote Console Table.40. 80 logout. 6 Entry Roller Extension Table. 70. 79 Constant Voltage Stabilizer. 77. 104 D DAS. 28. 75. 11 TIP. 104 PLC. 32 XIS User’s Manual Rev A 2007.