Athena A228 User manual

A228/A248/A228I/A248I User’s manual 1
A228/A248/A228I/A248I
Medical Panel PC
USER’S MANUAL
P/N: ATH2015A2x8-02
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The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice

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VERSION CHANGE HISTORY
Date
Version
Description
Author
2015/3/9
2.0
Second release
Diego Chen
TRADEMARKS
Intel® generation Core i and Celeron are registered trademarks of Intel®
Corporation.
Microsoft Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
RTL is a trademark of Realtek Semi-Conductor Co., Ltd.
Award is a registered trademark of Award Software International, Inc.
Intel is a trademark or registered trademark of Intel Corporation.
All other product names or trademarks are properties of
their respective owners.

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FCC CLASS B
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential
environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with this user
manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Note that even when this equipment is installed and used in accordance
with this user manual, there is still no guarantee that interference will not
occur. If this equipment is believed to be causing harmful interference to
radio or television reception, this can be determined by turning the
equipment on and off. If interference is occurring, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Warning:
Any changes or modifications made to the equipment which
are not expressly approved by the relevant standards authority
could void your authority to operate the equipment.
To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be
connected to a supply mains with protective earth.
Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the
manufacturer.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INTENDED USE
The A228/A248/A228I/A248I is intended to serve as a medical PC which is
designed for general purpose for hospital environment and for diagnosis. It could
be used for Surgical, Radiology, PACS (Picture Archiving Communication
Systems), LIS (Lab Information Systems) and Electronic Medical Record purpose.
It shall not be used for life-supporting system.
WARNING: Critical diagnostic decision must not be based solely on images
displayed by this device
SETUP
Thank you for purchasing the A228/A248/A228I/A248I unit. We wish that this
unit will be durable and reliable in providing your medical application needs.
Please follow the instructions below to ensure the unit continues to have high
performance.
UNPACKING
After opening the carton, there will be a medical panel PC unit with an accessory
box. Examine the contents to see if there are damages to the unit and if all
accessories are present.
SETTING UP
Please read this manual carefully and remember to keep this manual for future
reference.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & CLEANING
The unit has undergone various tests in order to comply with safety standards.
Inappropriate use of the unit may be dangerous. Please remember to follow the
instructions below to insure your safety during the installation and operating
process.
TRANSPORTING & PLACEMENT OF UNIT
1. When moving the unit on a cart, be very cautious. Quick stops,
excessive forces and uneven surfaces may cause the cart to overturn
thus risking the unit to fall to the ground.
2. If the medical panel PC unit does fall to the ground, immediately turn
the power off and disconnect cords. Then contact a service technician
for repairs. Continual use of the unit may result in fire or electric shock.
Also, do not repair the unit on your own.
3. Having two or more people transporting the display unit is
recommended. In addition, when installing the unit by suspending it
also requires two or more people.
4. Before suspending the unit, make sure the material used for suspension
is sturdy and stable. If not properly suspended, the display unit may fall
and cause serious injury to people standing nearby as well as to the unit
itself.
5. If you wish to mount the display unit, remember to use only the
mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

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ELECTRICAL AND POWER SOURCE RELATED
1. This medical panel PC unit must operate on a power source as shown
on the specification label. If you are not sure what type of power
supply used in the area, consult your dealer or local power supplier.
2. The power cords must not be damaged. Applied pressure, added heat,
and tugging may damage the power cord.
3. The power cord must be routed properly when setup takes place. We
advise that this aspect measure is to prevent people from stepping on
the cords or while the unit is suspended to prevent flying objects from
getting tangled with the unit.

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4. Do not overload the AC outlets or extension cords. Electrical shocks or
fires may occur from overloading.
5. Do not touch the power source during a thunderstorm.
6. If your hands are wet, do not touch the plug.
7. Use your thumb and index finger, grip firmly on the power cord to
disconnect from the electrical socket. By pulling the power cord, may
result in damaging it.
8. If the unit is not going to be in use for an extended period of time,
remember to disconnect the unit.
9. The medical panel PC unit uses voltage between 100-240VAC. Connect
the unit to a power source with the same numerical value as shown.
Please use only the power cord provided by the dealer to ensure safety
and EMC compliance.
VARIOUS FACTORS OF ENVIRONMENT
1. Do not insert objects into the openings.
2. Do not have liquids seep into the internal areas of the medical panel PC
unit.
3. Having liquids seep in or inserting objects into the unit may result in
electric shocks from touching and/or short circuiting the internal parts.
4. Do not place the medical panel PC unit in the presence of high
moisture areas.
5. Do not place the unit near heat generating sources.
6. If water has flow in or seep in, immediately disconnect the unit. Then
contact a service technician for repairs.

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VENTILATION SPACING
1. Do not cover or block the top and back sides of the display unit.
Inadequate ventilation may cause overheating thus reducing the
lifespan of the unit.
2. Unless proper ventilation is present, do not place unit in an enclosed
area; such as a built-in shelf. Keep a minimum distance of 10 cm
between the display unit and wall.
CLEANING THE UNIT
1. Always follow the cleaning instructions from the device cleaning
manual as given by Athena in appendix B
SERVICING, REPAIRING, MAINTENANCE & SAFETY CHECKS
1. Do not attempt to repair the medical panel PC unit on your own. Notify
and request a qualified service technician for servicing the unit.
2. To avoid risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected
to a supply mains with protective earth.
3. If any of the following situations occur turn the power source off and
unplug the unit. Then contact a qualified service technician.
(a) A liquid was spilled into the unit or objects have fallen into the
unit.
(b) The unit is dropped or damaged.
(c) If smoke or strange odor is flowing out of the operating unit.
(d) If the power cord or plug is damaged.

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4. When the unit is disfunctional.
5. When replacement parts are needed for the medical panel PC unit,
make sure service technicians use replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer, or those with the same characteristics and performance
as the original parts. If unauthorized parts are used it may result in fire,
electrical shock and/or other dangers.
ISO 7000-0434 : Caution, consult ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS.
ISO 7000-1641 : Follow operating instructions or Consult
instructions for use.
IEC 60417 -5009 : STAND-BY.
IEC 60417-5031 : Direct current.
EU-wide legislation, as implemented in each Member State,
requires that waste electrical and electronic products carrying
the mark (left) must be disposed of separately from normal
household waste. This includes monitors and electrical
accessories, such as signal cables or power cords.
When you need to dispose of your display products, please
follow the guidance of your local authority, or ask the dealer
where you purchased the product, or if applicable, follow any
agreements made between yourself.
The mark on electrical and electronic products only applies to the
current European Union Member States.

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When working with electrical devices, the operator is responsible for ensuring
that the resulting system meets the requirements set forth by the following
standards:
–EN 60601-1 (IEC 60601-1)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1: General requirements for safety
–EN 60601-1-1 (IEC 60601-1-1)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1-1: General requirements for safety
Collateral standard: Safety requirements for Medical electrical systems
–EN 60601-1-2 (IEC 60601-1-2)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1-2: General requirements for safety
Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility;
Requirements and tests
Accessory equipment connected to the
analog and digital interfaces must be in
compliance with the respective nationally
harmonized IEC standards (i.e. IEC 60950
for data processing equipment, IEC 60065
for video equipment, IEC 61010-1 for
laboratory equipment, and IEC 60601-1 for
medical equipment.)

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Furthermore all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC
60601-1-1. Everybody who connects additional equipment to the signal input
part or signal output part configures a medical system, and is therefore,
responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system
standard IEC 60601-1-1. The unit is for exclusive interconnection with IEC
60601-1 certified equipment in the patient environment and IEC 60XXX certified
equipment outside of the patient environment. If in doubt, consult the technical
services department or your local representative.

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Caution:
DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED
ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS
BELOW -20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS MAY
DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.
This equipment shall not be used in life support systems.
The user is not to touch the unit and the patient at the same
time.
Caution –Use suitable mounting apparatus to avoid risk of
injury.
The sound pressure level at the operator’s position according to IEC 704-1:1982
is no more than 70dB (A).
A) Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equipment is
connected to an equivalent receptacle marked “Hospital Only” or “Hospital
Grade”.
B) Use a power cord that matches the voltage of the power outlet, which has
been approved and complies with the safety standard of your particular
country.
C) Caution: The original medical adapter is a forming part of the medical device

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Acknowledgments ...................................... 2
FCC Class B ............................................... 3
Safety Instructions ...................................... 4
INTRODUCTION ............................................ 15
Product Description ..................................... 15
Package list ................................................ 16
Features .................................................... 16
Specifications ............................................. 17
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic
emissions ........................... 21
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic
immunity ............................21
Cleaning/Disinfecting ................................. 24 & Appendix B

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GETTING STARTED ...................................... 25
System Set Up .......................................... 25
I/O & Buttons ............................................ 26
Appendix A, connectors layout ................ 28
Appendix B, Cleaning instructions ………… 31
Scrap info and contact info ………………….. 32

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Introduction
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The A228/A248/A228I/A248I Medical Panel PC are based on Intel Core i
processor which can deliver fast graphics with higher CPU performance. It
accommodates one 2.5” SATA III solid state drive and up to 8GB DDR3 SODIMM.
The high brightness LCD, Low noise solution, integrated multimedia functions
and extensive expansion options make them the perfect platform upon which to
build comprehensive Medical computing applications.
The A228/A248/A228I/A248I includes all the features of a powerful computer
into a slim and attractive chassis. The A228/A248/A228I/A248I has a 21.5” or
23.8” high brightness TFT display with 1920 x 1080 resolutions.
The A228/A248/A228I/A248I is a compact, Giga LAN and selectable WLAN
network compatible PC with full safety and medical approval and features to
control a dedicated system with a wide variety of applications. Combining the
A228/A248/A228I/A248I into your system can achieve both cost-saving and
efficient improvements.
Common applications include Surgical, Radiology, PACS (Picture Archiving
Communication Systems), LIS (Lab Information Systems) and Electronic Medical
Record. The A228/A248/A228I/A248I are definitely your perfect choices.

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PACKAGE LIST
Before you begin installing your Medical Station, please make sure that the
following items have been shipped:
•The A228, A228i, A248 or A248i Medical Panel PC unit
•Power Adapter x 1
•Power cord
•Screw x 4 (VESA 100 use)
FEATURES

Seamless on the front side
Easy wipe surfaces with no internal corners
21.5" or 23.8” (1920X1080) Diagnostic Panel
High performance Intel Core i series mobile CPU
Two mini PCI-e for expansion
SSD drive
Fanless Solution
Anti-bacteria (MRSA) plastic housing
Anti-Glare multi-touch glass

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SPECIFICATIONS
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Display
21,5” or 23.8” 300 nits Full HD TFT LCD
CPU Support
Intel® Core i7/i5 Celeron® processor
Intel J1900 quad core Baytrail
Disk Drive Space
2.5” Hard Disk Drive (SATA III)
Plug-In SATA SSD module
Expansion
Two Mini PCIe slots
Buttons
Power Button// brightness (+)(-)
// Touch on-off // reading light on-off
I/O
Standard version
2 RS-232 port
2 USB 2.0 ports
2 USB 3.0 ports
1 DC-in w/ lock function
1 Gigabit LAN RJ-45 Connector
1 x Line-in/out
1 x 1.5W Speakers on bottom side

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MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Architecture
Close-frame
Front Bezel
glass bezel with capacitive touch screen
Color
Medical-white
Mounting / Holder
VESA 100mm
Construction
3mm ABS + PC TYPE Plastic housing
Dimension (WxHxD)
A228/A228i 527 x 330 x 40 mm
A248/A248i 575 x 355 x 40 mm
Net Weight
A228: 5.1kg (w/o power adapter)
A228i: 5.3kg (w/o power adapter)
A248: 6.9 kg (w/o power adapter)
A248i: 7.4kg (w/o power adapter)
Packing Filler
PE
CONFIGURATION 2 - P.CAP TOUCH
Type
Full flat projective capacitive 10p touch panel
Interface
Controller with USB interface, 5V
Resolution
100ppi to 25ppi Based WIN7 definition ppi
(Pixel per inch)
Light Transmission
90% ± 3%
Life Time
100M times

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RF emissions CISPR 11
The model A228/A248/A228I/A248I uses
RF energy only for its internal function.
Therefore, its RF emissions are very low
and are not likely to cause any
interference in nearby electronic
equipment.
RF emissions CISPR 11
The model A228/A248/A228I/A248I is
suitable for use in all establishments,
including domestic establishments and
those directly connected to the public low-
voltage power supply network that
supplies buildings used for domestic
purposes.
Harmonic emissions
IEC 61000-3-2
Voltage fluctuations/
flicker emissions IEC
61000-3-3

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Recommended separation distances between
portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the model
A228/A248/A228I/A248I
The model A228/A248/A228I/A248I is intended for use in an
electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are
controlled. The customer or the user of the model
A228/A248/A228I/A248I can help prevent electromagnetic interference
by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF
communications equipment (transmitters) and the model
A228/A248/A228I/A248I as recommended below, according to the
maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum
output power of
transmitter
W
Separation distance according to frequency
of transmitter
m
150 kHz to
80 MHz
d = 1,2
80 MHz to
800 MHz
d = 1,2
800 MHz to
2,5 GHz
d = 2,3
0,01
0,12
0,12
0,23
0,1
0,38
0,38
0,73
1
1,2
1,2
2,3
10
3,8
3,8
7,3
100
12
12
23