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Codonics
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Catalog Number HORIZON MNLU
May 21, 2 18
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Codonics, Inc.
17991 Englewood Drive
Middleburg Heights, OH 4413 USA
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Contents
Preface
Conventions Used in This Manual................................................................. xi
Bulleted Lists........................................................................................... xi
Numbered Steps ..................................................................................... xi
Control Panel Navigation ....................................................................... xii
Control Panel Keys ................................................................................ xii
Control Panel Menu Options .................................................................. xii
Notes and Tips ....................................................................................... xii
Cautions and Warnings......................................................................... xiii
Text Files and Displayed Text............................................................... xiii
User Data .............................................................................................. xiii
Important Information and Filenames ................................................... xiv
New Terms............................................................................................ xiv
Purpose and Scope ...................................................................................... xv
Product Information ..................................................................................... xvi
Warnings and Limitations of Use................................................................ xvii
Location of Safety and Compliance Labels.......................................... xvii
Voltage Warning.................................................................................. xviii
Dangers Electriques.............................................................................. xix
Laser Warning....................................................................................... xxi
Dangers au Laser................................................................................. xxii
Temperature Warning ......................................................................... xxiii
Dangers Température ......................................................................... xxiii
Compliance ......................................................................................... xxiv
Serial Number, Configuration, Date Code, and Modification Codes .... xxv
ESD Caution ....................................................................................... xxvi

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Potential for Radio Frequency Interference on Imager Operation ...... xxvi
Potential for Radio and Television Interference ................................. xxvii
Guidance Regarding Electromagnetic Emissions and Immunity ....... xxviii
Safety Precautions .............................................................................. xxxi
Précaution d’Emploi ........................................................................... xxxiii
Location Precautions.......................................................................... xxxv
Environnement de Fonctionnement .................................................. xxxvi
Cleaning Precautions ........................................................................ xxxvii
Précautions d’Entretien .................................................................... xxxviii
Media ............................................................................................... xxxviii
Codonics Paper/White Film Media.................................................... xxxix
File Transfer via FTP and LPR................................................................ xl
Color Management.................................................................................. xl
Image Scaling ........................................................................................ xli
Hardware Variations............................................................................... xli
Disposal Requirements ............................................................................... xlii
Conditions et Règles d’Utilisation.......................................................... xlii
European Disposal Requirements ........................................................ xlii
Indications for Use ...................................................................................... xliii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Welcome and Congratulations ................................................................... 1-1
Imager Features ......................................................................................... 1-2
State-of-the-Art Printing Technology .................................................... 1-2
Small Footprint ..................................................................................... 1-2
Wide Variety of Media Types and Sizes............................................... 1-3
Easy Access from a Variety of Image Sources .................................... 1-3
Support for Major Image File Formats ................................................. 1-4
Image Formatting and Enhancement Capabilities ............................... 1-5
Adding Captions to Printed Sheets ...................................................... 1-5
Easy Feature Upgrade ......................................................................... 1-5
Easy Imager Personality Swap ............................................................ 1-6
Easy Software Updates and Configuration Backups............................ 1-6

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Chapter 2: Setting Up the Imager
Preparing for Installation............................................................................. 2-1
Installing the Imager ................................................................................... 2-2
Connecting the Ethernet Cable .................................................................. 2-8
Powering On the Imager—First Time ....................................................... 2-10
Cleaning the Platen............................................................................ 2-11
Network Settings—Simple Network.......................................................... 2-12
Specifying the Imager’s IP Address ................................................... 2-13
Determining an IP Address.......................................................... 2-13
Specifying the Imager’s IP Address at the Control Panel ............ 2-14
Specifying IP Addresses for Other Devices on the Network .............. 2-17
Loading Media .......................................................................................... 2-17
Printing the Imager Status Test Print........................................................ 2-18
Testing Network Printing .......................................................................... 2-19
Changing the Service Password .............................................................. 2-20
Adjusting Image Appearance ................................................................... 2-20
Saving the Configuration Settings ............................................................ 2-20
Saving the Configuration Settings to Backup Media .......................... 2-21
Managing Your Backup Media ........................................................... 2-23
Restoring the Configuration Settings from Backup Media ................. 2-24
Moving Smart Card to a Swap Imager...................................................... 2-25
Preparing the Imager for Shipment .......................................................... 2-26
Chapter 3: Basic Imager Operations
Horizon Imager Components...................................................................... 3-1
Powering the Imager On and Off................................................................ 3-3
Powering On the Imager ...................................................................... 3-3
Observing the Imager’s Operating Status in the Status Screen ........... 3-4
Common Cassette Status Messages............................................. 3-5
Color Ribbon Status....................................................................... 3-6
Powering Off the Imager ...................................................................... 3-7
Rebooting the Imager........................................................................... 3-9
Understanding the Control Panel ............................................................. 3-10
Control Panel Indicators..................................................................... 3-11

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Alert and Fault Messages and the Fault Tone.................................... 3-12
Control Panel Display......................................................................... 3-13
Status Screen .............................................................................. 3-13
Main Menu ................................................................................... 3-14
Control Panel Keys ............................................................................ 3-16
Navigating the Control Panel Display................................................. 3-18
Cancelling Your Changes in a Screen ......................................... 3-21
Exiting the Menus ........................................................................ 3-21
Summary of Menu Conventions......................................................... 3-21
The Pause State....................................................................................... 3-22
Pausing the Imager ............................................................................ 3-22
Resuming Printing.............................................................................. 3-23
Using Online Help..................................................................................... 3-23
Chapter 4: Media Handling and Storage
Overview..................................................................................................... 4-1
Supply Slots and Cassettes ................................................................. 4-1
Viewing the Status of a Supply Slot ............................................... 4-3
Receive Trays ...................................................................................... 4-3
Inserting or Changing Cassettes ................................................................ 4-4
Determining Which Cassette to Use........................................................... 4-6
Handling and Storing Media ....................................................................... 4-7
Break-Off Leaders (ChromaVista Only) ............................................... 4-7
Changing the Ribbon (ChromaVista).......................................................... 4-8
Ordering Media ......................................................................................... 4-12
Chapter 5: Printing from DICOM Applications
Introduction to DICOM ................................................................................ 5-1
DICOM Conformance Statement ......................................................... 5-2
How a DICOM Print Job Is Processed ................................................. 5-3
Configuring the DICOM Application............................................................ 5-4
Sending a DICOM Print Job ....................................................................... 5-5
Specifying the Media Type and Size .................................................... 5-5
Using Job Settings Files with DICOM......................................................... 5-6

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Categories of Job Settings ................................................................... 5-6
Specifying a Job Settings File from a DICOM User Application........... 5-7
Hierarchy of Settings Used by the Horizon Imager .............................. 5-8
Chapter 6: Printing via PostScript
Introduction to PostScript ........................................................................... 6-2
Hierarchy of Parameter Settings Used by the Horizon Imager ............ 6-3
Specifying the Media Type and Size .................................................... 6-3
Printing from Windows Applications ........................................................... 6-4
Specifying Horizon PostScript Parameters .......................................... 6-4
Notes About Changing PostScript Parameters.............................. 6-5
Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters—Windows 98 and Me. 6-9
Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters—Windows NT ........... 6-12
Changing Horizon PostScript Parameters—Windows 2000 and XP ...
6-15
Printing from Macintosh Applications........................................................ 6-16
Specifying the Horizon Media............................................................. 6-16
Specifying Horizon PostScript Parameters ........................................ 6-18
Notes About Changing PostScript Parameters............................ 6-20
Saving Horizon Print Settings as Presets in OS X ............................. 6-24
Saving Horizon Print Settings in OS 8 and 9 ..................................... 6-24
Chapter 7: Printing via FTP and LPR
Printing via FTP .......................................................................................... 7-1
Specifying the Media Type and Size Using FTP .................................. 7-4
Printing via LPR.......................................................................................... 7-5
Examples of Printing Using LPR.................................................... 7-6
Specifying the Media Type and Size Using LPR .................................. 7-6
Chapter 8: Default Print Job Settings
Changing Default Settings.......................................................................... 8-2
Changing the Default Media Type and Size......................................... 8-3
Changing Default User Settings for a Media Type ............................... 8-5

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Resetting to Factory-Default Settings......................................................... 8-7
Resetting the Default Media Selections ............................................... 8-7
Resetting the Default User Settings ..................................................... 8-8
Chapter 9: Adjusting Image Appearance
ChromaVista and Grayscale Images .......................................................... 9-1
Guidelines for Viewing Printed Images....................................................... 9-2
General Bracketing Guidelines................................................................... 9-2
GCS Bracketing Sheets.............................................................................. 9-3
Printing GCS Bracketing Sheets Using DICOM ................................... 9-4
Printing GCS Bracketing Sheets Using PostScript .............................. 9-5
DirectVista Adjustments ....................................................................... 9-5
ChromaVista Adjustments.................................................................... 9-7
Guidelines for Selecting Saturation Setting.......................................... 9-8
MCM Bracketing Sheets............................................................................. 9-9
Printing MCM Bracketing Sheets Using DICOM ................................ 9-11
Printing MCM Bracketing Sheets Using PostScript............................ 9-11
Chapter 10: Preventive Maintenance
Recommended Maintenance Schedule.................................................... 10-1
Horizon Cleaning Kits......................................................................... 10-2
Cleaning Print Head and Nosepiece ........................................................ 10-3
Cleaning the Platen and Donor Guide Bar ............................................... 10-8
Cleaning the Pick Tires........................................................................... 10-13
Cleaning the Barcode Reader Window .................................................. 10-15
General Cleaning Procedures ................................................................ 10-18
Cleaning the Area Around the Imager.............................................. 10-18
Cleaning the Receive Trays ............................................................. 10-18
Cleaning the Basement.................................................................... 10-19
Chapter 11: Calibration
Film Calibration (DirectVista Film Only).................................................... 11-2

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Chapter 12: Troubleshooting
Sources of Status Information .................................................................. 12-1
Control Panel ..................................................................................... 12-1
Error Log ............................................................................................ 12-1
Online Help for Displayed Messages ................................................. 12-1
Printing an Imager Status Test Print................................................... 12-2
Troubleshooting Tables ............................................................................ 12-2
Status Message Tables .......................................................................... 12-12
Common Cassette Status Messages ............................................... 12-12
Color Ribbon Status ......................................................................... 12-13
Clearing a Sheet Jam ............................................................................. 12-14
Clearing a Jam from a Cassette....................................................... 12-16
Clearing a Jam from the Printing Area ............................................. 12-19
Reinstalling Media Guides ............................................................... 12-22
Purging Print Jobs .................................................................................. 12-25
Manually Entering a Cassette Barcode .................................................. 12-26
Viewing Logged Error Messages............................................................ 12-28
Viewing Imager Information Online ........................................................ 12-29
Contacting Technical Support ................................................................ 12-30
Anonymous FTP .............................................................................. 12-31
Chapter A: Menu Hierarchy
Chapter B: Specifications
Specifications (English) .............................................................................. B-1
Specifications (French)............................................................................... B-4
Chapter C: System Job Settings Files
Chapter D: Print Job Parameters
Chapter : Index

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Preface
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Bullets are used to display a list of nonprocedural items. For
example:
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•Keys
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in a procedure are numbered. For example:
1. Press the key.
The Main Menu displays on the control panel. The selector
arrow (  ) automatically points to the first menu option.
2. To scroll through the menu options, press the and keys.
The selector arrow (  ) moves up and down through the list.
The bottom portion of the control panel display shows a
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example:
From the Main Menu, select the following options:
Default Media
Grayscale
DV Film Blue
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Control panel menu options are shown in bold type, for example,
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Notes contain additional information related to a topic or
procedure. For example:
NOTE: If your network is managed by a network administrator or an information technology
(IT) department, it would be considered a complex network. You should have the
responsible person perform any network-related administrative tasks.
Tips provide additional insights about a topic or procedure (such as,
why you may want to do something or a faster way to perform an
operation). For example:
TIP: Specifying print settings in a multi-user environment
If the Horizon imager is accessed by multiple users, it is typically better for individual users
to enter print values through the DICOM application interface rather than change the default
settings through the control panel.
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Cautions alert you to actions or situations that could cause harm to
equipment or data. For example:
Warnings alert you to actions or situations that could result in
personal injury. For example:
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words that you enter at a host workstation when performing
advanced imager operations. If the type is also italicized , it
indicates variable text. For example:
1. From your workstation, open
a UNIX or MS-DOS command
window.
2. Enter the command telnet hostname or telnet IP Address
(using either the Horizon imager hostname or IP Address).
3. At the login prompt, enter the command
status .
CAUTION Any changes you make to the imager default settings will also affect prints
made by other users. Use caution when changing default settings.
WARNING With the imager cover open, touch only those internal components
that are colored green.
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Bold type is used for emphasis, command names, and paths or
filenames. For example:
• The Horizon imager default settings can be changed both at the
control panel and using text files.
• The hostname and IP Address must be added to the /etc/hosts
file.
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Italic type is used when a term is introduced and defined. For
example:
• The Horizon imager has a complete set of default settings that
contain preconfigured values for every aspect of a printed sheet.

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Refer to this user manual for procedures on how to perform the
most common imager operations, including:
• Setting up the imager
• Loading media
• Sending print jobs from DICOM Print Service Class-compliant
applications running on imaging devices or image viewing
workstation
• Sending print jobs from workstations via PostScript
• Sending print jobs using FTP and LPR
• Changing the imager’s default image and sheet settings
• Adjusting the appearance of printed images for user preference
• Performing preventive maintenance
• Performing film calibration
• Troubleshooting common problems
NOTE: Some features and functions described here may not apply to older versions of the
software.
This User’s Manual is intended to be as simple and straightforward
as possible for the everyday user. If you need more detailed or more
technical information on a feature or topic, or wish to perform more
advanced operations, refer to the Horizon Imager Technical
Manual
(Catalog no. HORIZON MNLT). The Technical Manual
serves as a companion document to this manual
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For technical assistance with the Horizon, call Codonics Technical
Support at the following number:
Phone: [phone]
Toll Free: 800.444.1198 (USA only)
Technical Support is available anytime. Technical Support is also
available online via email and the Codonics web site:
Email: [e-mail]
Web Site: www.codonics.com
General product information can also be requested by sending
email to:
Email: in[email protected]m
Please include your postal mailing address and telephone number
in the email message. Basic product information is returned via
email unless otherwise requested.
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Horizon Imager User’s Manual xvii
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The following figure shows the locations of the imager’s safety and
compliance labels.
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Shock warning label
Compliance label
ESD label
Hot surface
warning label
Laser warning
label 1
Laser warning
label 2

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle and person
reading a manual symbol are intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying this device.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REMOVAL OF LABELS,
COVERS, OR ENCASEMENT FASTENERS VOIDS THE WARRANTY.
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE ELECTRICALLY GROUNDED.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
IMAGER TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
EQUIPMENT IS NOT TO BE USED AS A COMPONENT OF A LIFE
SUPPORT SYSTEM. Life support devices or systems are devices or
systems that support or sustain life, and whose failure to perform
can be reasonably expected to result in a significant injury or death
to a person. A critical component is any component of a life support
device or system whose failure to perform can be reasonably
expected to cause the failure of the life support device or system,
or to affect its safety or effectiveness.
WARNING Grounding reliability can be achieved only when the Horizon is
connected to a receptacle marked “Hospital Only” (that is, “Hospital Grade”).
WARNING The power cord connected to the Horizon is the main disconnect for
the system.
WARNING To disconnect overall power to the Horizon prior to servicing it,
power off the system (refer to “Powering Off the Imager” on page 3-7).

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Le point d'exclamation dans un symbole triangle et la personne qui
lit un symbole manuel visent à alerter l'utilisateur de la pr sence
d'importantes instructions d'utilisation et de maintenance
(entretien) dans la documentation qui accompagne cet
appareil.
AUCUNE PIECE N’EST REPARABLE PAR L’UTILISATEUR. POUR
SOUTIEN ADRESSEZ-VOUS AU PERSONNEL QUALIFIE. LE RETRAIT
DE LES ETIQUETTES, LES COUVERTURES, OU LES ATTACHES PEUT
ANNULENT LA GARANTIE.
CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE ELECTRIQEMENT RELIE A LA TERRE.
N’EXPOSEZ PAS CET APPAREIL À LA PLUIE OU L’HUMIDITÉ, EN
RAISON DU RISQUE DE FEU OU DE DÉCHARGES ÉLECTRIQUES.
WARNING Do not modify this equipment without authorization of the
manufacturer
WARNING External equipment intended for connection to signal input, signal
output, or other connectors, shall comply with relevant IEC standard (e.g., IEC
60950 for IT equipment and the IEC 60601 series for medical equipment). In
addition, all such combinations - systems - shall comply with the IEC 60601-1
standard for Medical Electrical Equipment Systems. Equipment not complying
to IEC 60601 shall be kept outside the patient environment, as defined in the
standard. Any person who connects external equipment to signal input, signal
output, or other connectors has formed a system and is therefore responsible
for the system to comply with the requirements of IEC 60601-1-1. If in doubt,
contact a qualified technician or Codonics Technical Support for approved
configurations.
WARNING Do not touch a patient while also accessing the internal components
that are under the top cover or receive trays.

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CET APPAREIL NE DOIT PAS ÊTRE UTILISÉ COMME COMPOSANT
D’UN SYSTÈME D’ASSISTANCE VITALE. Les devis ou les systèmes
vitale sont quelque devis ou système qui assistent ou soutiennent la
vie, et si les devis ou systèmes chouent, on peut attend
raisonnablement la mort ou la blessure. Cet appareil ne doit pas être
utilis dans des conditions où la d faillance de l’appareil pourrait
entrainer la blessure ou la mort de quelqu’un.
ATTENTION Une mise à la terre fiable est possible seulement pendant que le
Horizon est connecté aux appareils marqué "Hospital Only" (de qualité
hositalière).
ATTENTION Le fil électrique connecté à le Horizon est le système de coupure
principal de l’appareil.
ATTENTION Pour débrancher le fil électrique avant le soutien, se déconnecter
et puis éteint le système (renvoyer à " Powering Off the Imager " sur la
page 3-7).
ATTENTION Ne modifiez pas cet équipement sans l'autorisation du fabricant.
ATTENTION Toute équipement externe qui serait connecté vers le signal
d'entrée ou de sortie ou autre connecteur, doit être compatible avec la norme
IEC standard (IEC 60950 pour les équipements IT et IEC 60601 pour les
équipements médicaux). Toutes les combinaisons de systèmes doivent être
compatible avec IEC60601-1 standard, sécurité requise pour les équipements
électriques médicaux. Tout équipement non compatible avec IEC 60601 doit
être mis a l'écart de l'environnement patient, comme définis dans le standard.
Toute personne qui connecte un équipement externe vers une entrée signal, ou
sortie signal ou autres connecteur, est responsable de la compatibilité avec IEC
60601-1-1. Si vous avez un doute, contactez un technicien qualifié ou le support
technique de Codonics pour l'approbation des configurations.
ATTENTION Ne pas touchez un patient lors d'un accès aux composants
internes qui sont sous le capot supérieur ou les bacs de sortie.