The T3 will auto-switch between two different viewing angles
Caution: All connectors are push-pull – do not twist
Setting up the Hardware
1. Connect the sensor(s) to the T3.
2. Position the sensor to make a measurement.
Note: Position the sensor before starting the T3; moving the sensor or cable while it is measuring may trigger a false measurement.
3. Place the sensor in the path of the X-ray beam.
Note: Make sure the temperature of the ion chamber (if used) has stabilized* before making a measurement.
4. The unit will have Quick-Start on and will choose a profile automatically.
Turn on the T3. The unit will automatically go into measure mode.
5. The firmware begins to initialize the hardware as indicated by the status at the bottom of the screen. If an ion chamber is connected, the bias supply needs to start and stabilize.
6. As soon as the “READY” message is displayed at the bottom of the screen, you can make a measurement.
7. Activate the X-ray machine to capture the exposure data.
8. The T3 automatically saves and displays the data for the measurement when the exposure is complete.
9. At any time you can review outputs of the current measurement or previous measurements. Make additional exposures as necessary.
Note: All measurements are automatic (except for Manual Trigger Mode) until you press the Pause button.
10. If you need to reposition the sensor(s), click the Pause button to temporarily take the sensor offline and prevent any inadvertent null exposures from being added to your measurements.
11. Click the Play button when you are ready to make your next measurement.
Measurements Using Solid State Mammographic Sensors
If using the multisensor for mammography, go to Manual Mode to choose the appropriate Anode-Filter (see Manual Mode). Radcal sensor calibrations assume that a 2.2 mm polycarbonate paddle, or the simulated paddle supplied with the multisensor (Model 8154), is placed on top of the sensor.
Making a Measurement with multiple sensors connected
The Accu-Gold T3 allows you to connect up to five sensors (depending on model – see System Configuration Options and Capabilities) simultaneously and collect data from all of the connected sensors.
*For changing environments, allow 10 minutes for every 10 C difference for the sensor/electronics to equilibrate.