This manual is comprised of the Instructions for Use and the Setup Manual.
The Instructions for Use gives the information on how to use the printer for the
routine work.
The Setup Manual gives the system administrator the information needed to setup
the printer and connect it to the network.
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the space provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ____________________
Serial No. ____________________
WARNING
For the customers in Canada
This unit has been certified according to Standard CSA
C22.2 NO.601.1.
For the customers in the U.S.A and
Canada
Model UP-DF500 is Non-Patient Equipment.
This unit can not be used in the vicinity of patients.
* Patient Vicinity
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to
rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
This symbol indicates the equipotential
terminal which brings the various parts
of a system to the same potential.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection again harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
R1.83m
(6 feet)
Important safeguards/notices for use in
the medical environments
1. All the equipments connected to this unit shall be
certified according to Standard IEC60601-1,
IEC60950, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards
applicable to the equipments.
2. When this unit is used together with other equipment
in the patient area*, the equipment shall be either
powered by an isolation transformer or connected via
an additional protective earth terminal to system
ground unless it is certified according to Standard
IEC60601-1.
* Patient Area
R1.5m
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
This device requires shielded interface cables to comply
with FCC emission limits.
2
3. The leakage current could increase when connected
to other equipment.
4. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause
interference to other equipment. If this unit causes
interference (which can be determined by
unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these
measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the
susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the
susceptible equipment into different branch circuit.
Consult your dealer. (According to standard
EN60601-1-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)
Caution
When you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must
obey the law in the relative area or country and the
regulation in the relative hospital.
Warning on power connection
Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.
Warning on power connection for medical use
Please use the following power supply cord.
With connectors (plug or female) and cord types other
than those indicated in this table, use the power supply
cord that is approved for use in your area.
If Damage is Suspected .....................................27
If the Film Jams ................................................27
Index ......................................................................30
Introduction
About this Manual
Introduction
Describes the features and system configuration of the
digital film imager. Also provided is information on the
location and function of parts.
Preparation
Explains the steps involved in placing and connecting
the unit prior to getting started - checking the supplied
accessories and assembly. Once all assembly and all
connections have been made, there should be no need to
perform these operations again during normal printing
operations.
Operation
Describes loading of the film tray and blue thermal film,
and actual printing operations.
Adjustment
Describes how to make adjustment such as sharpness,
calibration and density adjustment, and to how to select
gamma curve, using the menus displayed on the LCD.
System Overview
The UP-DF500 digital film imager is a thermal printer
designed to reproduces image data in DICOM format
sent via the network.
The UP-DF500 has the following functions’
• Equipped with DICOM (Digital Imaging and
Communications in Medicine) features
The DICOM portion of the unit receives image data in
DICOM format sent from the modality via the
network, processes them at 14 inches × 17 inches
either by enlarging or reducing them.
• High quality and high print resolution
The unit allows you to print out in high-resolution
black and white (4096 shades) and in high-resolution
print mode (320 dpi).
• Suitable for diagnosing using image data captured by
diagnosis equipment
The unit prints image data on the 14 × 17 inches blue
thermal film, and these prints are used for diagnosing.
Also, the unit provides sufficient high picture quality
for image diagnosis.
• Space saving
You can place the unit either horizontally or vertically.
This allows you to design system configuration freely
in accordance with the location.
Introduction
Miscellaneous
Provides technical information in the unit, regular
maintenance, how to handle error messages displayed in
the LCD, and how to deal with paper jams. Also, an
index will assist you in locating the desired section
quickly.
Conventions used
Cross reference
Throughout this manual you will find references to other
sections of the manual that contain related information.
Important note
Be sure to read the sections marked . They
explain points that you should be aware of to operate the
unit correctly and prevent malfunctions.
Note
About this Manual / System Overview
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System Configuration
Location and Function
Introduction
Example
The system allows you to make printouts of the data in
DICOM format, sent from image diagnosis equipment
such as CTs, MRIs.
The following shows a system configuration example.
Personal computer for
managing the system
DICOM LAN network
DICOM server
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on
of Parts and Controls
For details, refer to the pages given in parentheses.
Front panel
UP-DF500
Modality
Image diagnosis
equipment and so on
Rear panel
A Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) (14, 15, 25, 26)
Displays messages showing the status of the unit.
Operational information is displayed when the unit
is in use. Error messages are displayed when an
error condition occurs.
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System Configuration Example / Location and Function of Parts and Controls
B Film remaining confirmation indicator (11)
Allows you to check the remaining amount of film
in the film tray.
When films are loaded enough: Lights in green.
When film is running short: Lights in yellow.
When film has been exhausted: Goes off. The
ALARM indicator lights in orange and the message
is displayed in the LCD.
CPRINT indicator (14, 26)
Lights in green while the printer is printing.
D ALARM indicator (25)
Lights in orange when the film has been used up,
film jams occur, or other problems occur.
E TOP cover (28)
Open when removing jammed film.
F Ventilation holes (23)
There is a built-in fan to prevent the thermal head
from overheating.
G EJECT TRAY button (11)
Push this button to pull the film tray out. This
button activates when the power is on and all covers
are closed.
N G, g, F, f (Cursor control) buttons (15, 16, 17,
19)
Press these buttons to increase or decrease the
setting values. Also press these buttons to select
menu items.
Introduction
O MENU button (15, 16, 17, 19)
Press these buttons to display menus on the printer
window display. Also press these buttons to return
to the normal window.
P Rear cover (28)
Open this cover when removing jammed film.
Q Network connector (RJ-45 modular jack) (9)
Conforms to the 100BASE-TX standard. Used to
connect to the LAN.
When using a LAN cable: For safety, do not
connect to the connector for peripheral device
wiring that might have excessive voltage.
R Special output connector
Not used. For future use.
H Film output slot (14)
Printed film sheets (printouts) are ejected here.
I Film tray (8, 11)
Load film sheet into this tray. Also, ejected film
sheets accumulate on this tray.
J Front cover lock lever (21, 22)
Used to open the front cover.
K Front cover (21, 28)
Open when the thermal head and rollers are being
cleaned. Also open when jammed film is being
removed.
L ON/STANDBY switch/indicator (14, 26)
Press this switch to set the unit to on or to the
standby status. When the power is on, the indicator
lights in green. When the this switch is set to
STANDBY, the indicator blinks, and then goes off.
Pressing this switch while the indicator is blinking
turns the power back on.
Note
S Cable stopper
Fixes the network cable to prevent it from being
disconnected.
T -AC IN connector (9)
Used to connect the unit to a wall outlet with the
supplied power cable.
U Main POWER switch
Main power switch of the unit. Turns the unit on or
off. When this switch is set to on, the unit power is
on when the ON/STANDBY switch on the front
panel is set to on.
VEquipotential ground terminal connector
Used to connect to a ground (equipotential) plug to
bring the various parts of the system to the same
potential.
Refer to “Important safeguards/notices for use in
the medical environments” (on page 2)
If the main POWER switch on the rear panel is not
set to on, the power is not on even though the ON/
STANDBY switch on the front panel is set to on.
M EXEC button (16, 17)
Use this button in menu operations.
Location and Function of Parts and Controls
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Preparation
Preparation
Supplied Accessories
The unit is packed together with the following
accessories. Check that nothing is missing from your
package.
Film tray (1)
Assembly
Insert the film tray into the unit.
Holding both sides of the film tray and tray cover with
both hands, insert the film tray all the way into the unit.
Casters for vertical placement of the unit (2
AC power cord (1)
Cleaning kit (1)
Stopper sheet (1)
Ferrite cores (2)
Warranty card (1) (for the customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada only)
CD-ROM (Instructions for Use disk) (1)
Floppy disk (1)
Operation Guide (1)
a) Footnote for the customers in the U.S.A and Canada
When you use the printer in the U.S.A. or Canada, use the
AC power cord supplied. When you use the printer in a
country other than the U.S.A. or Canada, use the proper
AC power cord for your local power system.
a)
)
Placing the Unit
You can place the unit horizontally or vertically.
When placing the unit horizontally
To maintain performance, adequate space is needed for
ventilation. Also, to remove jammed film, space of
about 11 cm (4 3/8 inches) towards the back and about
26 cm (10 1/4 inches) over the top of the unit are
required.
26 cm
21 cm
(8 5/8 inches)
(10 1/4 inches)
11 cm
(4 3/8 inches)
Notes
• Retain the original carton and packing materials in
case you have to transport the unit in the future.
• Keep the supplied floppy disk, since it is required
when repairing.
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Supplied Accessories
When placing the unit vertically
You can place the unit vertically if you attach the casters
provided. This is convenient for placing the unit under a
desk and to pull it out easily.
Fix the unit using the front caster.
Connections
Connect the unit to the 100BASE-TX LAN.
Notes
• Connect the AC power cord last.
• Before connecting to the LAN, be sure to set up the
required IP address and sub-net mask.
For detailed information, consult the system
administrator.
• Before connecting the unit using a 100BASE-TX
cable, attach the ferrite cores provided to both ends of
the cable for noise prevention.
For detailed information on how to attach the ferrite
cores, see “How to attach the ferrite cores” (on
page 10)
Preparation
Stopper sheet
Fix the front caster using the stopper sheet
(supplied).
Be sure to place the roller of the caster in the groove
of the stopper sheet.
Notes
• Ask your nearest Sony dealer to attach the casters to
the unit.
• Use the casters to allow the unit to be pulled out from
under the desk and so on. Be sure not to use the casters
for moving the unit on an uneven surface.
• Place the stopper sheet (supplied) under a unit with
casters attached.
• When pulling the unit in and out while the unit is
equipped with the casters provided, be careful not to
damage the power cord, LAN cable, and so on.
• When placing the unit vertically, make sure the LCD
is near the floor, and leave a space of more than 8 cm
(3 1/4 inches) between the top of the unit and the
subject to prevent blocking the ventilation holes.
to the network connector
100BASE-TX cable
to the LAN
a) Be sure to use a network cable of less
than 30 m in length, and rated more than
category 5.
a)
Power cord (supplied)
to- AC IN
Connections
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Preparation
How to attach the ferrite cores
Before using the unit, attach the supplied ferrite cores
for noise prevention.
To confirm to radiation standards, attach the supplied
ferrite cores to both ends of the cable.
Ferrite core
Stoppers
12.5 mm
(1/2 inch)
12.5 mm
(1/2 inch)
1
Release the two stoppers to open the ferrite core.
2
Attach the ferrite cores to the end of the cable about
12.5 mm (1/2 inch) away from the connector.
3
Close the ferrite core until it clicks.
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Connections
Operation
Loading Film
Recommended Film
The following blue thermal film is made especially for
the UP-DF500.
UPT-517BL Blue Thermal Film printing pack
Contains blue thermal transparent film.
125 sheets of 14 × 17 inch film
Be sure to use film made expressly for the UP-DF500. If
you use other film, the quality of the printout cannot be
guaranteed. Use of another type of film may also cause
malfunction of the unit.
Loading Film
Proceed as follows to load film sheets.
If you use the unit immediately after purchase, start
operations from step 2.
To confirm the remaining amount of film
The remaining film confirmation indicator allows you to
confirm the amount of film remaining.
When this indicator is not lit, film has run out. Load new
film.
The film tray is partially ejected.
Push the EJECT TRAY button
Notes
• You can replace film without pulling out the film
tray completely out. However, if you want to pull
out it completely, hold both sides of the film tray
and film tray cover firmly.
• The film tray can not be ejected while printing or
when the covers are open.
2
Open the film tray cover by putting your fingers in
the grooves on both sides of the film tray, and
pulling it upward in the direction of the arrow.
Pull it upward in the direction of the arrow,
putting your fingers in the grooves.
Operation
Remaining film confirmation window
Notes
• Hold the film using the aluminum damp-proof bag. Do
not touch the film directly. Dust, finger prints, or sweat
are likely to cause unsatisfactory printing.
• Hold both sides of the film tray and tray cover tightly
when handling the film tray.
1
Push the EJECT TRAY button on the front panel.
Note
If the old printing surface protection sheet remains
in the film tray, remove it.
3
Remove the aluminum damp-proof bag from the
film carton.
Loading Film
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Operation
4
Cut the blank part of the bag from the wedges on
the bag.
Note
Remove the seal after loading the film in the film
tray. If you remove it before loading, the film may
slip and drop.
5
Hold the aluminum damp-proof bag with both
hands so that the opened side faces toward the inner
side of the tray and place the film in the film tray so
that the printing surface faces down, with the
printing surface protection sheet on the bottom.
Film tray
Face the cut part toward the inner side of the film tray.
Place the film with the printing surface facing down and
the printing surface protection sheet on the bottom.
Seal used to grasp the film sheets
An IC tag is attached to the printing surface protection
sheet. Be careful not to damage the IC tag or give it a
shock.
Notes
• When handling the film, do not touch the printing
surface of the film. Dust, finger prints, or sweat
are likely to cause unsatisfactory printing.
• Load the film so that it lays flat in the film tray. If
the film is curled, it will overflow the film tray
and the printing position may shift. Also, it may
cause film jamming.
• If you place the film in the film tray with its
printing surface facing up, it is recommended that
you clean the thermal head with the cleaning kit
(supplied). See “To clean the thermal head, platen
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Loading Film
roller, pinch roller, and separation rubbers” (on
page 21).
• Do not add film halfway through one bag of film.
The reason for this is because the unit counts the
remaining film using the IC tag on the printing
protection sheet on the bottom.
6
Remove the seal from the film placed in the film
tray.
1 Remove the sticky part of the seal, pulling the
blank part of the seal toward you.
Note
Be sure to check that the hooks of the film tray
cover and its magnets are attached firmly on the
film tray. If the film tray cover is not closed
correctly, film placed in the film tray may slide
around.
3 Remove the seal from the film completely, by
pulling the blank portion out of the film tray.
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Insert the film tray.
Operation
2 Close the film tray cover after you pull the
blank portion of the seal out of the film tray.
After a few seconds, the film tray is locked and the
following message appears on the LCD.
Notes on storing film
• If you remove the film and plan to keep them for a long
time, store unused film in the damp-proof bag.
• Store the unopened package in a cool, dark place.
Check that the hooks of the film tray cover are
locked and its magnets are attached firmly on
the film tray.
Loading Film
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Operation
Printing
Before printing
• Ensure that the unit is properly connected to the LAN.
(page 9)
• Ensure that the film sheets are properly loaded in the
film tray. (page 11)
LCD
PRINT indicator
2 The stored image data is printed.
During printing, the PRINT indicator is lit.
It takes about 70 seconds for a printout to
emerge from the film outlet. Once printing has
been completed, the PRINT indicator goes off,
and the unit returns to READY status.
1
1
Turn on the power of the unit.
After turning on the power, the LCD should appear
as shown here.
After a few minutes, the LCD should appear as
shown here.
When READY is displayed, the printer is ready to
print.
2
Send the image data from the modality.
1 While the unit is receiving image data, the
following message appears:
Notes
• During printing, do not open the covers.
• To prevent film jamming, do not allow more than
30 printouts to remain on the film output slot. The
message “REMOVE PRINTS” may appear even
if the number of printouts less than 30 has
accumulated, depending on the usage
environmental condition.
• Do not put the printout, which has been removed
from the film output slot, back inside the film
output slot. This may cause film jamming.
If the unit does not print
When an error message is displayed in the LCD, the unit
does not print. Take remedies according to “Messages”
(on page 25).
Notes on storing your printouts
• Do not leave the printouts in direct sunlight or bright
room light. Store in a cool and low humid place (under
77 °F (25 °C)). We recommend storing the printouts in
a polypropylene pouch in a cabinet.
• Do not allow any volatile organic solvent such as
water or alcohol to come in contact with the printouts.
This can cause fading of the printout. If the printouts
come in contact with such liquid, wipe them off
quickly.
• Adhesives from cellophane tape or PVC will cause
fading of the printout. Be careful when storing
printouts.
• Do not stack the printouts on or under a freshly
developed diazo copy sheet as this could cause the
film sheets to fade or stick to each other.
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The image data is stored in the unit memory.
Printing
Adjustment
Menu Operation
You can set the following items using the relevant menu:
• Confirming information (INFORMATION) (page 15)
• Adjusting the print quality (PRINT QUALITY)
(page 15)
• Calibration (CALIBRATION) (page 16)
• Adjusting the density (DENSITY ADJ) (page 17)
• Selecting a gamma curve (GAMMA SEL) (page 19)
Notes
• The next printout will be printed with the values most
recently set. You cannot adjust the setting during
printing. Once you have adjusted and stored the
settings, the printer operates according to those
settings until their values are modified.
• If you do not press any button for approximately 15
seconds after pressing the MENU button, the printer is
automatically reset to standby status.
3
Select the item you want to confirm by pressing the
F or f button.
To display the IP address
Select IP ADDRESS.
IP address
Note
You can change the IP address using the browser on
the computer used to manage the unit.
For details, see the Setup Manual.
To confirm the total number of prints made
since you started the unit
Select TOTAL PRINTS.
Adjustment
Confirming Information
You can confirm the IP address and the total number of
prints made since you started the unit.
1
3
2
1
Press the MENU button.
2
Display the INFORMATION menu by pressing the
F or f button, then press the g button.
Total number of prints
This item is useful to estimate when regular
maintenance such as replacing the cleaning roller,
cleaning the thermal head, etc., is necessary.
For details, see “Maintenance” (on page 20).
Adjusting the Print Quality
You can adjust the sharpness of the printout.
1, 4
2
3
1
Press the MENU button.
2
Display the PRINT QUALITY menu by pressing
the F or f button, then press the g button.
Menu Operation
15
Adjustment
The unit enters the sharpness adjustment mode.
3
Select the desired level by pressing the G or g
button.
Current sharpness
The sharpness can be adjusted among 15 levels
between 1 and 14 including OFF.
As the * mark is moved towards the right, the
outline is emphasized.
OFF: The * mark is placed at most left position.
(Default level)
Pressing the g button: Increases the sharpness
level, and the outline is emphasized.
Pressing the G button: Decreases the sharpness
level, and the outline is blurred.
4
Press the MENU button.
The adjusted level is executed.
The unit returns to standby status and READY is
displayed on the LCD.
The unit operates according to the adjusted level
until these values are modified.
2
Display the CALIBRATION menu by pressing the
F or f button, then press the g button.
The calibration menu is displayed.
The unit enters the automatic calibration mode.
3
Select the desired calibration type by pressing the F
or f button.
To calibrate the unit
1 Display FULL RANGE CAL by pressing the F
or f button.
2 Press the EXEC button.
The unit starts printing and during printing, the
density is automatically calibrated.
The calibration performed at this printing
becomes effective for the next printing.
Printout of results of density calibration
Calibrating the Printing Density
The unit automatically calibrates the printing density
according to the density curve set.
1, 4
3
2
1
Press the MENU button.
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Menu Operation
To make a simple calibration
The unit can perform a simple calibration each time
it makes a printout. When this simple calibration is
selected, the test pattern is printed on the printout.
The calibration performed at this printing becomes
effective for the next printing.
1 Display LIMITED CAL, by pressing the F or f
button.
2 Select ON by pressing the G or g button.
Adjusting the Tone
You can adjust the high tone (dark areas of the images)
and the low one (light areas of images).
1
3
5
Display ON in capital letters by pressing the G or g
button.
To reset to the default status
If you reset to the default status, the calibration is
not performed by selecting FULL RANGE CAL.
1 Display CAL RESET by pressing the F or f
button.
2 Press the EXEC button.
4
Press the MENU button.
The unit returns to standby status and READY is
displayed on the LCD.
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1
Press the MENU button.
2
Display the DENSITY ADJ menu by pressing the
F or f button, then press the g button.
The unit enters the automatic tone adjustment
mode.
3
Display PATTERN PRINT by pressing the F or f
button.
Adjustment
4
Press the EXEC button to make a printout of the
pattern print.
Menu Operation
17
Adjustment
The unit starts the printing of the tone pattern.
5
Adjust the tone while checking the pattern print.
To adjust the low tone
Select the way the light areas of images will be
printed.
1 Display SELECT POINT 95% by pressing the
F or f button.
3 Display the selected number by pressing the G
or g button.
Display the selected number.
To reset to the default setting of the low
tone range
Display 25.
To adjust the high tone
Select the way the dark areas of images will be
printed.
1 Display SELECT POINT 5% by pressing the F
or f button.
2 Select the number of the desired high tone area
(dark area data 5%).
The high tone range is between 51 and 99 (60,
70, 80 and 90 are skipped).
2 Select the number of the desired low tone area
(light area data 95%) by pressing the G or g
button.
The low tone range is between 01 and 49 (10,
20, 30 and 40 are skipped).
Chart of the low tone range
The inside tone of each box on the chart is changed
in the right and left direction on the chart.
The outside
tone of each
box on the
cart is
changed in
the upper and
lower
direction on
the chart.
The next lightest part
Chart of the high tone range
The inside tone of each box on the chart is changed in
the right and left direction on the chart.
The outside
tone of each
box on the
cart is
changed in
the upper
and lower
direction on
the chart.
The next darkest part
The darkest part
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The lightest part
Menu Operation
3 Display the selected number by pressing the G
or g button.
Display the selected number.
To reset to the default setting of the high
tone range
Display 75.
Selecting a Gamma Curve
When the gamma curve is not specified at the modality
side, select the gamma curve to be used at the unit.
1
3
4
Gamma curveMeaning
SONY 1Default setting
SONY 2The half tone is darker compared to
SONY 1
SONY 3The half tone is lighter compared to
SONY 1
SONY 4The half tone is smoother compared to
SONY 1
SONY 5The half tone is sharper compared to
SONY 1
USER 6 to 10Not preset. For advice on settings,
contact your nearest Sony dealer. If
you select these gamma curves,
USER 6 to 10 before setting, same
setting as the one of SONY 1 is
applied.
Gamma curve
The gamma curves of SONY 1 to SONY 5 are
shown below.
Dark
Adjustment
2
1
Press the MENU button.
2
Display the GAMMA SEL menu by pressing the F
or f button, then press the g button.
The unit enters the gamma selecting mode.
3
Select the desired gamma curve by pressing the G
or g button.
The gamma curves for SONY 1 to SONY 5 have
been pre-set, you cannot change these settings.
The gamma curves for USER 6 to USER 10 can be
set to the desired value. For advice on the settings,
contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Printout
Light
Light
Input data
Dark
Menu Operation
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Miscellaneous
Precautions
Safety
film tray. This will cause the printer to malfunction.
Also, if the film is used in this state, spots are likely to
appear on the printout.
• To store a half-used package of film, replace the film
in its original packing and reseal the package. If
possible, before using sealed film, place it, in its
sealed package, in a warm room for several hours.
Doing so prevents condensation from forming when
the film is removed from its package.
Miscellaneous
• Operate the unit using the power source specified in
“Specifications” (on page 24).
• Be careful not to damage the AC power cord by
placing or dropping heavy objects on it; it is dangerous
to use the unit with a damaged AC power cord.
• If you do not intend to use the unit for a long time,
disconnect the AC power cord.
• Unplug the AC power cord by grasping the plug, not
the cable itself.
• Do not disassemble the unit.
• Do not remove the cabinet. There is a danger of
electric shock from the internal parts.
• Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the
unit, or to allow combustible or metallic material to
enter the cabinet. If used with foreign matter in the
cabinet, the unit is liable to fail, or present a risk of fire
or electric shock.
• If the unit malfunctions or if a foreign body falls into
the cabinet, disconnect the power immediately and
consult your Sony dealer.
Installation
Avoid placing the unit in a location subject to:
mechanical vibration
– high humidity
– excessive dust
– direct or excessive sunlight
– extremely high or low temperatures
– Ventilation holes are provided to prevent the unit
from overheating. Be careful not to obstruct them
with other units or by covering the unit with a cloth
etc.
Condensation
• If the unit is subjected to wide and sudden changes in
temperature, such as when it is moved from a cold
room to a warm room or when it is left in a room with
a heater that tends to produce large amounts of
moisture, condensation may form inside the printer. In
such cases the printer will probably not work properly,
and may even develop a fault if you persist in using it.
If moisture condensation forms, turn off the power and
allow the printer to stand for at least one hour.
• If the film is subjected to wide and sudden changes in
temperature, condensation may form on the film in the
Transporting the Unit
Before transporting the unit, remove the supplied
accessories and then put them back into their original
packing. Transporting the unit with the supplied
accessories still installed may cause malfunctions.
Note
It is dangerous to move the unit with the casters used to
stand it vertically. Do not use the caster to move the unit.
Cleaning the Cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft dry
cloth, or a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of solvent, such
as alcohol or benzine, which may damage the finish.
Note
Be sure to set the ON/STANDBY switch on the front
panel to STANDBY before cleaning the cabinet.
Maintenance
Perform the following maintenance regularly after every
500 printings.
• Replacing the cleaning roller
• Cleaning the thermal head, platen roller, pinch roller
and separation rubbers
• Cleaning the fan filter
In addition to the above maintenance, regular
maintenance is required after every 5,000 printings.
However, you should ask your nearest Sony dealer to
perform this maintenance.
You can check the total number of prints using the
TOTAL PRINTS item of the INFORMATION menu.
For details, see “To confirm the total number of prints
made since you started the unit” (on page 15).
Note
Before starting the following maintenance, be sure to set
the ON/STANDBY switch on the front panel to
STANDBY, and then the main POWER switch on the
rear panel to OFF.
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Precautions
To replace the cleaning roller
The supplied cleaning kit contains the cleaning rollers
(for replacement) and wet pads.
Proceed as follows to replace the cleaning roller with a
new one.
1
Pull the lever toward you to open the front cover.
2
Hold the left side of the cleaning roller and remove
it by sliding it toward the right.
3
Remove the packing film on the new cleaning roller
and attach a new cleaning roller.
Insert the right side of the cleaning roller and push it
toward the right. Then push the left side of the cleaning
roller until it is locked.
Notes
• Be careful not to scratch the surface of the
cleaning roller and not to drop it.
• Do not wipe the surface of the cleaning roller
with the supplied wet pad.
Miscellaneous
Cleaning roller
4
Close the front cover completely.
If you continue the cleaning of the thermal head,
platen roller, pinch roller and separation rubber, it is
not necessary to close the front cover. Go to step 2
of the “To clean the thermal head, platen roller,
pinch roller, and separation rubbers” (on page 21)
Note
When you close the cover, be careful not to catch
your fingers or hand with the front cover.
To clean the thermal head, platen roller, pinch
roller, and separation rubbers
Proceed as follows to perform the following cleaning
tasks with the supplied wet pad.
Precautions
21
1
Pull the lever toward you to open the front cover.
3
Wipe the platen roller (black rubber roller) gently.
Platen roller (black rubber roll)
Miscellaneous
2
Wipe the thermal head with the wet pad.
Note
Before wiping the thermal head, touch the metallic
part of the unit to remove static electricity from
your body.
Thermal head
Wipe the surface of the thermal head gently
with the wet pad.
Wipe the platen roller gently with the wet pad
while turning it.
4
Wipe the pinch roller (dark blue rubber roller).
Pinch roller (dark blue rubber roller)
Wipe the pinch roller gently with the wet pad
while turning it.
22
Notes
• Be careful not to touch the surface of the thermal
head with your hand.
• Do not discard the wet pad. This wet pad is used
for the cleaning tasks to be performed on other
parts of the unit.
• Since the thermal head is still very hot just after
printing is finished, be careful not touch the
thermal head. Touching the hot thermal head may
cause a burn.
Precautions
5
Close the front cover.
6
Remove the film tray.
You can remove the film tray without pushing the
EJECT TRAY button when the power is off.
Note
When removing the film tray, hold both sides of the
film tray and the tray cover with both hands and
remove it.
7
Open the tray cover and wipe the separation rubbers
with the wet pad.
To clean the filters
Ventilation holes are provided on the unit to prevent it
from overheating.
Three filters are provided on the front cover for covering
the ventilation holes.
To clean the filters, proceed as follows.
1
Pull the lock lever to open the front cover.
2
Lift the filters upward a little and pull it toward you
to remove it.
Miscellaneous
Separation
rubbers
8
Reset the film tray.
The cleaning has been completed.
Notes
• Be sure to perform the cleaning tasks in the order
described above.
• Close the cover after the wiped parts have dried
completely.
• Do not use the wet pad used for wiping rollers to clean
the thermal head.
Filters
3
Clean the filters using a vacuum cleaner or the like.
Notes
• Be careful that the filter does not get caught in the
vacuum cleaner.
• Do not rub the net of the filter roughly.
Precautions
23
Miscellaneous
4
Reset the filters and close the cover.
After you have finished all cleaning tasks
Set the main POWER switch on the rear panel to ON,
and then set the ON/STANDBY switch on the front
panel to ON.
The following message appears for about several
minutes.
After the following message is displayed after about
several minutes, you can start printing again.
Specifications
Power requirements
100 to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Input current4.4 to 1.8 A
Operating temperature
10°C to 30°C (50°F to 86°F)
Operating humidity
20% to 80% (no condensation allowed)
Storage and transport temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Storage and transport humidity
20% to 90% (no condensation allowed)
DimensionsAbout 600 × 250 × 686 mm (w/h/d)
(23 5/8 × 9 7/8 × 27 1/8 inches)
MassApprox. 55 kg (121 lb 4 oz)
Printing system Thermal printing
Resolution12.59 dot/mm (320dpi)
Gradations4,096 levels
Maximum print size
(RJ-45 Modular jack), Conforming
to 100BASE-TX standard
Special output connector × 1
Input connector AC IN (for power)
Accessories supplied
Film tray (1)
Cleaning Kit (1)
Caster for setting the printer vertically
(2)
Stopper sheet (1)
Ferrite cores (2)
AC power cord (1)
Operation Guide (1)
CD-ROM (1)
Floppy disk (1)
Warranty card (1) (for the customers in
the U.S.A and Canada)
a) Footnote for the customers in the U.S.A
and Canada
When you use the printer in the U.S.A. or
Canada, use the AC power cord supplied.
When you use the printer in a country
other than the U.S.A. or Canada, use the
proper AC power cord for your local
power system.
Accessories supplied separately
Blue Thermal Film Printing Pack
UPT-517BL
Cleaning kit UPA-500
a)
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Specifications
Medical Specifications
Protection against electric shock:
Class I
Protection against harmful ingress of
water: Ordinary
Degree of safety in the presence of
flammable anesthetics or oxygen:
Not suitable for use in the presence
of flammable anesthetics or oxygen
Mode of operation:
Continuous
Messages
There are two kinds of messages: error messages and
warning messages. This section lists these messages
together with their possible causes and remedies. Note
the messages and act accordingly.
Besides error and warning messages, other messages
stating the operating status of the unit are also displayed.
Those messages are not described here.
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Basic Film Session SOP Class1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.1
Basic Film Box SOP Class1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.2
Basic Grayscale Image Box SOP
Class
Print SOP Class1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.16
Basic Annotation Box SOP Class1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.15
1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.9
1.2.840.10008.5.1.1.4
Error Messages
If a problem occurs, the ALARM indicator lights and an
error message stating the problem appears on the LCD
window. Note the message and perform whatever action
is necessary to solve the problem.
In the error messages introduced in the following table,
“nn” indicates the number of the symbol displayed in the
actual message.
Error messagesPossible causes and remedies
SET FILMThe film sheets have run out.
SET TRAYThe film tray is not installed.
REMOVE PRINTSThe maximum number of printouts has
CLOSE COVEROne of the front, top, or rear cover is
REMOVE FILM
TRAY:J0
REMOVE FILM
REAR:J1
REMOVE FILM
REAR & TOP:J2
REMOVE FILM
TOP:J3
REMOVE FILM TOP
& FRONT:J4
REMOVE FILM
FRONT:J5
tLoad the film into the film
tray.(page 11)
tInstall the film tray (page 8).
accumulated on the film tray.
tRemove the printouts. Printing
starts again.(page 14)
open.
tClose the opened cover.
The film has jammed near the film
tray.
tPull out the film tray and remove
the jammed film.(page 27)
The film has jammed around the rear
of the unit.
tOpen the rear cover and remove the
jammed film.(page 28)
The film has jammed between the rear
and top of the unit.
tOpen the rear and top covers and
remove the jammed film.(page 28)
The film has jammed around the top of
the unit.
tOpen the top cover and remove the
jammed film.(page 28)
The film has jammed between the top
and front of the unit.
tOpen the top and front covers and
remove the jammed film.(page 28)
The film has jammed around the front
of the unit.
tOpen the front cover and remove
the jammed film.(page 28)
Miscellaneous
Messages
25
Miscellaneous
Error messagesPossible causes and remedies
REMOVE FILM TOP
& INNER:J6
REMOVE FILM
TRAY:J7
REMOVE FILM
SOME PLACES:J8
CALIBRATION
INVALID
MECHA TROUBLE
S nn
MECHA TROUBLE
M nn
MECHA TROUBLE
U nn
DICOM TROUBLETrouble has occurred in the DICOM
TAG INVALIDTrouble has occurred in the IC tag part.
The film has jammed around the front
or inside the unit.
tOpen the top cover, then the inner
cover and remove the jammed
film.(page 28)
The film has jammed near the film
tray.
tPull out the film tray and remove
the jammed film.(page 29)
The film has jammed at several points.
tOpen all of the covers and remove
the jammed film.(page 29)
The unit takes certain measurements to
estimate a value for automatic
calibration. However, the correct value
could not actually be measured. The
unit can print, but the automatic
calibration value is not updated.
tTry calibration again. If white strips
or scratches appear on the printout,
clean the thermal head and
rollers.(page 16)
Mechanical trouble has occurred in the
sensor system of the unit.
tTurn off the power once and then
turn it on. The unit may operate
correctly. However, if the message
still remains on the LCD, turn off
the power immediately and contact
your Sony dealer.
Mechanical trouble has occurred in the
motor system of the unit.
tTurn off the power once and then
turn it on. The unit may operate
correctly. However, if the message
still remains on the LCD, turn off
the power immediately and contact
your Sony dealer.
Mechanical trouble has occurred in the
unit system of the unit.
tTurn off the power once and then
turn it on. The unit may operate
correctly. However, if the message
still remains on the LCD, turn off
the power immediately and contact
your Sony dealer.
part of the unit.
tTurn off the power immediately and
contact your Sony dealer.
tTurn off the power immediately and
contact your Sony dealer.
Other Messages
When the following message appears, the ALARM
indicator does not light. The PRINT indicator blinks.
MessagesPossible causes and remedies
HEAD IN COOLING
PLEASE WAIT
HEAD IN HEATING
PLEASE WAIT
PLEASE WAITThe unit is retruning to the intial
The thermal head has overheated.
tLeave the unit until the head has
cools down and this message
disappears.
The thermal head is warming up.
tLeave the unit until the head has
warms up and this message
disappears.
settings to restart printing after closing
the covers which opened for removing
jammed film or cleaning.
tLeave the unit until this message
disapperas. When this message
appears, the PRINT indicator does
not blink.
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Messages
When REMOVE FILM TRAY: J0 appears
Troubleshooting
If Damage is Suspected
If a problem appears, check the following trouble
shooting guide first and perform whatever action is
necessary to solve the problem. If the problem persists,
turn off the printer and consult your Sony dealer.
SymptomPossible causes and remedies
Nothing appears in the
LCD.
The unit has not
turned on even though
ON/STANDBY
the
switch on the front
panel is set to ON.
The unit does not
print.
ON/STANDBY switch on
•The
the front panel of the unit is not set
to ON.
tSet the
• The connections may not be
correct.
tMake the connections correctly.
The main POWER switch on the rear
panel is not set to ON.
tSet the main POWER switch on the
rear panel to ON. (page 7)
An error message appears on the
window display.
tTake the measures recommended in
“Messages”. (page 25)
ON/STANDBY
switch of the printer to ON.
(page 14)
(page 9)
1
Remove the film tray.
When the unit is not turned on, you can pull the film
tray out without pushing the EJECT TRAY button.
Note
When you pull out the film tray, hold both sides of
the film tray and the tray cover with both hands.
Note
If any printouts have been ejected onto the film tray,
remove them first before removing the film tray.
Miscellaneous
If the Film Jams
If the film jams before printing starts or during printing,
printing stops and the following messages appear on the
LCD.
An error message indicates the position where the film
has jammed. Check the position and follow the steps
below to remove the jammed film.
After the jammed film has been removed, the unit starts
printing if there is image data still to be printed.
• REMOVE FILM TRAY: J0
• REMOVE FILM REAR: J1
• REMOVE FILM REAR & TOP: J2
• REMOVE FILM TOP: J3
• REMOVE FILM TOP & FRONT: J4
• REMOVE FILM FRONT: J5
• REMOVE FILM TOP & INNER: J6
• REMOVE FILM TRAY: J7
• REMOVE FILM SOME PLACES: J8
Notes
• When you put your hands inside of the unit, be careful
not to hurt yourself by touching parts.
• If you turn off the power, image data that has not been
printed yet is cleared.
2
Remove the film jammed around the sepration
rubbers.
3
Re-insert the film tray as it was.
When messages from J1 to J6 appear
1
Open the cover corresponding to the message and
remove the jammed film slowly while holding the
film with both hands.
MessageCover to be opened
REMOVE FILM
REAR: J1
REMOVE FILM
REAR & TOP: J2
REMOVE FILM
TOP: J3
REMOVE FILM
TOP & FRONT: J4
REMOVE FILM
FRONT: J5
REMOVE FILM
TOP & INNER: J6
Rear cover
Rear and top cover
Top cover
Top and front cover
Front cover
Top and inner cover
Troubleshooting
27
When the rear cover is opened
When the front cover is opened
Miscellaneous
When the top cover is opened
When the top and the front covers are
opened
When the top and inner covers are opened
2
Close the opened cover firmly.
The following message appears on the LCD.
28
Wait until the message disappears.
When the unit enters standby status, the following
message appears.
Troubleshooting
When REMOVE FILM TRAY: J7 appears
1
Remove the film tray completely.
2
Remove the jammed film near the inside of the unit.
3
Re-insert the film tray as it was.
When REMOVE FILM SOME PLACES: J8
Several film sheets have jammed. Open all of the covers,
rear, front, top and inner covers and check the location
of the jammed film.
Since there may be a film sheet jammed around the film
tray, pull the film tray out and check for the jammed
films.
About the Setup Window ....................................34
Opening the Setup Window ..............................34
Components of Pages ........................................35
Setup of the Unit ...................................................37
Setup of E-Mail ....................................................37
Confirmation After Setup ...................................38
Preparation
Preparation
Overview
This setup manual gives the system administrator
information needed to setup the unit on the network or
to reset the IP address and so on.
This setup manual describes the preparation for the
setup, gives an overview of the setup window, explains
how to perform setup related to IP address and so on,
and explains how to setup an E-mail warning to tell
automatically when any trouble occurs.
Requirements
The following hardware and Web browser software are
necessary to perform the setup.
• Computer: A computer which can be connected to the
network connector of the UP-DF500
• Operating system
Windows 98, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, or
Windows XP
• LAN cable: 100BASE-TX cross cable
• Web browser software: Internet Explorer
later, or Netscape
Set the Web browser software as follows:
No proxy
A blank page is opened when the Web browser
software is started.
a) Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and Internet
Explorer are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or in other
countries.
Netscape and Netscape Navigator are registered
trademarks of Netscape Communications Corporation
in the United States and/or in other countries.
Other system names and product names mentioned in
this manual are also trademarks and registered
trademarks.
a)
: Microsoft Windows 95,
a)
4 or later
a)
5.5 or
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Overview / Requirements
IP Address
When you use the unit for the first time immediately
after you purchase the unit, it is necessary to set up the
DICOM part placed inside the unit, adding an IP address
and so on.
Before starting the setup, confirm the following with the
network administrator.
• The IP address the UP-DF500 will use on the network
• Sub-net mask of the network
• Gateway address, if a gateway is included in the
network
To confirm the IP address
The IP address assigned to the UP-DF500 can be
confirmed.
1
Turn the UP-DF500 on.
2
Press the MENU button.
3
Display INFORMATION on the LCD by pressing
the F or f button, and then push the g button.
4
Display IP ADDRESS on the LCD by pressing the
F or f button.
The IP address assigned to the UP-DF500 appears
on the LCD.
Preparation
IP Address
33
Setup
Setting up the Personal
Computer to be Used for
Setup
Setup
1
Start the personal computer to be used for setup.
2
Open the TCP/IP setting page.
3
Enter the IP address of the computer and the subnet mask.
IP address of the computer: NNN.NNN.NNN.nnn
NNN.NNN.NNN.NNN: IP address assigned to
the UP-DF500 on the network
nnn: Arbitrary numbers (from 1 to 254, should
not be the same as those of the fourth NNN of
the UP-DF500 IP address.)
Sub-net Mask:255.255.255.0
4
Restart the personal computer.
5
Connect the UP-DF500 and the personal computer
to be used for setup using the network cross cable.
About the Setup Window
The UP-DF500 can be set up on the setup window
displayed on the Web browser of the personal computer
to be used for setup.
The setup window has the following pages:
• Summary/Print Job page
Displays the summary and print job status of the UPDF500.
• DICOM Settings page
Sets up the IP address, DICOM AE title, and so on.
• Printer Status page
Displays the status of the UP-DF500.
• E-Mail Settings page
Sets up the items related to E-Mail.
Opening the Setup Window
1
Start the personal computer to be used for setup,
and then start the Web browser software.
2
Enter the following address.
http://NNN.NNN.NNN.NNN
This is the IP address assigned to the UP-DF500 on
the network.
Page selection area
34
Setting up the Personal Computer to be Used for Setup / About the Setup Window
3
Click the desired page in the page selection area.
The desired page opens.
Components of Pages
Summary/Print Job Page
This page displays information on the UP-DF500.
DICOM Settings Page
This page allows you to set up the IP address and
DICOM AE title.
Setup
A Printer (printer status) display section
Printer Status: Displays the printer status.
Thermosensitive Film: Displays the type of film in
use.
14 × 17: Displays the size of the film in use (14 ×
17 inches)
B Printer Job List display section
Displays when a job is waiting to be printed.
C Add test pattern film to print job
Push this button to print the test pattern.
D Refresh button
Click this button to update the window.
A TCP/IP section
Setup Software Version: Displays the version of the
setup window.
IP Address: Sets the IP address and displays it.
Sub-net Mask: Sets the Sub-net mask and displays
it.
Default Gateway: Sets the default gateway and
displays it.
B Printer section
DICOM Software Version: Displays the version of
the DICOM software.
DICOM Software Serial #: Displays the serial
number of the DICOM software.
AE Title: Sets the AE title and displays it.
Port ID: Displays the port number.
Status: Displays the status of the DICOM software.
Communication Log: Keeps a communication log
if a checkmark is placed here.
C Save settings button
Click this button to save the settings performed on
this page. If you move to another page without
pushing this button, the settings will be lost.
Note
The “Secondary Printer (optional)” section is not used
currently.
About the Setup Window
35
Printer Status Page
This page displays the status of the UP-DF500.
D Refresh button
Click this button to update the window.
E-Mail Settings Page
This page allows you to perform settings related to Email.
Setup
A Printer Status display area
Motor/Sensor: Displays the error status of the
motor/sensor system.
Film Path: Displays the status of the printing path.
Cover: Displays the status of covers (opened or
closed).
Film Tray: Displays whether or not the film tray is
inserted.
Films: Displays whether or not film is loaded on the
film tray.
Tag: Displays the confirmability status of the IC
tag.
Film Output: Displays the status of the film output
slot.
Printer Engine Status: Displays the printer
operating status (idling, printing and so on)
B Printer Statistics display area
Displays the total printings performed by the unit.
Print count with the current thermal head: Displays
the total prints after the thermal head has been
replaced.
Lifetime print count: Displays the total prints since
the unit has been shipped.
A Errors/events to monitor setting area
Sets the criteria for sending the E-mail.
B Mail Server and Address setting area
Performs the setup of E-mail service.
C Send a test E-Mail button
Press this button to send an E-mail message for
testing purposes.
D Save settings button
Click this button to save the settings performed on
this page. If you move to another page without
pushing this button, the settings will be lost.
C Printer/Media Information display area
Vendor ID, Model Name, Version Number, Media
Type, Media Size, Pixel Matrix, Resolution,
Maximum Density, Minimum Density: Displays
various information on the unit status.
Film Remaining: Displays approximate number of
film sheets remaining in the film tray.
36
About the Setup Window
Setup of the Unit
Setup of E-Mail
Perform the following settings when the unit is used for
the first time after being purchased, or when the IP
address assigned to the UP-DF500 is changed.
1
Open the DICOM Settings page.
For detailed information on how to open the page,
see “Opening the Setup Window” (on page 34).
2
Perform the required settings related to TCP/IP.
IP Address text box
Sub-net Mask text box
Default Gateway text box
1 Enter the IP address of the UP-DF500 on the
network in the IP Address text box.
2 Enter the sub-net mask in the Sub-net Mask text
box.
3 Enter the IP address of the default gateway if a
gateway is used on the network.
The E-Mail settings page allows you to set up E-mail
service so that an e-mail message will be sent
automatically when an error occurs in the UP-DF500.
1
Open the E-Mail settings page.
For detailed information on how to open the page,
see “Opening the Setup Window” (on page 34).
2
Set criteria determining when an e-mail message
should be sent.
Motor/sensor error check box
Film jamming check box
More than 50,000 printed with the
current thermal head check box
Place the check marks on the check box
corresponding to an error that requires notification
via an e-mail message.
Setup
3
Enter the DICOM AE title in the AE Title text box.
Up to 16 characters can be entered.
DICOM AE text box
4
Click the [Save settings] button.
The settings are saved.
Error itemContent
Motor/Sensor error When an error occurs in the motor/
Film JammingWhen a film sheet has jammed.
More than 50,000
printed with the
current thermal
head
sensor system.
When the total number of prints
with the current thermal head
exceeds 50,000.
Setup of the Unit / Setup of E-Mail
37
3
Perform the settings related to e-mail.
Confirmation After
Mail Server IP Address text box
User ID text box
Setup
From text box
Send to text box
Enter addresses in the corresponding text boxes.
Enter itemContent
Mail Server IP
Address
User IDUser ID
FromReturn address of the E-mail
Send toDestination address of the E-mail.
IP address of the mail server
notification when an error occurs and
an e-mail message is sent.
a)
Setup
After all of settings have been completed
Turn off the power of the UP-DF500 and disconnect the
UP-DF500 and the personal computer for setup.
Proceed as follows to confirm the operation of the UPDF500.
1
Connect the UP-DF500 to the network.
2
Turn on the power of the UP-DF500.
3
Insert a film tray in which film sheets have been
loaded.
4
Send the image data from a modality.
The unit starts printing.
When the image data is not sent
Check whether or not the IP address of the modality side
is correct.
When setting up an E-mail
Confirm the settings for an E-mail as follows.
a) Use only numerical characters for the IP
address.
4
Click the [Save settings] button.
The settings are saved.
1
Click E-mail settings in the page selection area to
open the E-mail settings page.
When this page is opened after E-mail settings have
been completed, the Send a test E-Mail button
appears.
2
Click the [Send a test E-Mail] button.
A test e-mail message is sent if settings have been
correctly performed.
38
Confirmation After Setup
Send a test E-Mail button
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