VIVIX-S VW series is used for the general-purpose diagnostic procedures, and as well as intended to replace radiographic film/ screen systems. The VIVIX-S VW series is not intended for mammography applications.
Device Story
VIVIX-S VW series consists of digital flat panel X-ray detectors (a-SI array) with imaging areas of 25x30cm, 36x43cm, and 43x43cm. Device intercepts X-ray photons; scintillator emits visible light; a-SI detectors convert light to electrical signals; signals converted to digital values. Integrated with operating PC and X-ray generator; used in clinical settings by radiology staff. Software (VXvue) acquires and processes data for display on monitors. Enables digitalization of X-ray images for diagnostic radiography. Benefits include improved workflow and image management compared to film-based systems.
Clinical Evidence
Single-blinded clinical concurrence study conducted per FDA guidance for solid-state X-ray imaging devices. Study compared subject device images to predicate devices (VIVIX-S 1717V, 1417N, 1012N), confirming equivalent diagnostic capability.
Technological Characteristics
Digital flat panel X-ray detector using amorphous silicon (a-SI) photodiode array and scintillator. Models: FXRD-2530VW/PLUS, FXRD-3643VW/PLUS, FXRD-4343VW/PLUS. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, 21 CFR 1020.30, 21 CFR 1020.31, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for general-purpose diagnostic radiographic procedures in human anatomy; intended to replace film/screen systems. Not for mammography.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A stationary x-ray system is a permanently installed diagnostic system intended to generate and control x-rays for examination of various anatomical regions. This generic type of device may include signal analysis and display equipment, patient and equipment supports, component parts, and accessories.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls). A radiographic contrast tray or radiology diagnostic kit intended for use with a stationary x-ray system only is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
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# Re: K200418
Trade/Device Name: VIVIX-S VW Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MQB Dated: January 27, 2020 Received: February 20, 2020
Dear Mrs. Chung:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely.
For
Thalia T. Mills, Ph.D. Director Division of Radiological Health OHT7: Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K200418
Device Name VIVIX-S VW
Indications for Use (Describe)
VIVIX-S VW series is used for the general-purpose diagnostic procedures, and as intended to replace radiographic film/ screen systems. The VIVIX-S VW series is not intended for mammography applications.
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# 510(k) Summary
(K200418)
This 510(k) summary information is prepared in accordance with 21 CFR807.92
# 1. Date Prepared [21 CFR 807.92(a) (1)]
3/9/2020
# 2. Submitter's Information [21 CFR 807.92(a) (1)]
Name of Sponsor: Vieworks Co., Ltd. Address: (Gwanyang-dong) 41-3, Burim-ro 170beon-gil,Dongan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do, 431-060 Republic of Korea Contact Name: Kim, Jordin / Regulatory Affairs Associate Registration Number: 3006013411 Name of Manufacturer: Same as Sponsor
# 3. Trade Name, Common Name, Classification [21 CFR 807.92(a) (2)]
| Trade Name: | VIVIX-S VW |
|----------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Model Name: | FXRD-4343VAW, FXRD-4343VAW PLUS, FXRD-3643VAW, FXRD-3643VAW PLUS, FXRD-2530VAW, FXRD-2530VAW PLUS |
| Common Name: | Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector |
| Classification Name: | Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Product Code: | MQB |
| Device Class: | 2 |
#### 4. Identification of Predicate Device(s) [21 CFR 807.92(a) (3)]
| 510(k) Number: | K181003 |
|----------------------------|------------------------------------------|
| Applicant: | Vieworks Co., Ltd. |
| Trade Name: | VIVIX-S 1717V |
| Model Name: | FXRD-1717VA<br>FXRD-1717VB |
| Common Name: | Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector |
| Classification Name: | Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System |
| Classification Panel: | Radiology |
| Classification Regulation: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Product Code: | MQB |
| Device Class: | 2 |
| Decision Date: | 03/15/2018 |
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Type: Traditional 510(k) Number: K163703 Vieworks Co., Ltd. Applicant: Trade Name: VIVIX-S 1417N Model Name: FXRD-1417NAW FXRD-1417NBW Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector Common Name: Classification Name: Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System Classification Panel: Radiology Classification Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1680 Product Code: MQB Device Class: 2 01/05/2017 Decision Date: Type: Traditional 510(k) Number: K152885 Applicant: Vieworks Co., Ltd. Trade Name: VIVIX-S 1012N Model Name: FXRD-1012NA FXRD-1012NB FXRD-1012NAW FXRD-1012NBW Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector Common Name: Regulation Name: Stationary X-Ray System Classification Name: Classification Panel: Radiology Classification Regulation: 21 CFR 892.1680 Product Code: MQB Device Class: 2 Decision Date: 01/28/2016 Type: Traditional
# 5. Description of the Device [21 CFR 807.92(a) (4)]
- General Description o
VIVIX-S VW, a series for of flat panel detectors models named; FXRD-2530VW, FXRD-2530VW PLUS, FXRD-3643VW, FXRD-3643VW PLUS, FXRD-4343VW, FXRD-4343VW PLUS, with imaging areas of 25cm x 30cm, 36cm x 43cm, 43cm, respectively. The device intercepts x-ray photons and the scintillator emits visible spectrum photons that illuminate an array of photo (a-SI)-detectors that create electrical signals. After the electrical signals are generated, it is converted to digital value, and the Software which acquires and processes the data values from the detector. The resulting digital images will be displayed on monitors. These devices should be integrated with an operating PC and an X-Ray generator. It can be utilized to digitalize x-ray images and transfer for radiography diagnostic.
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# 6. Indications for Use [21 CFR 807.92(a)(5)]
VIVIX-S VW series is used for the general-purpose diagnostic procedures, and as well as intended to replace radiographic film/ screen systems. The VIVIX-S VW series is not intended for mammography applications.
# 7. Technological Characteristics [21 CFR 807.92(a) (6)]
Comparisons with the predicate, devices show the technological characteristics of the proposed VIVIX-S 1751S device to be substantially equivalent to the predicate devices. The proposed devices are functionally identical to the predicate devices.
# 8. Substantial Equivalence [21 CFR 807.92(b)(1) and 807.92]
When compared to the predicate devices (K181003, K163703, K152885), the VIVIX-S VW presented in this submission has the same:
- Intended Use
- Technological characteristics
- Operating principle
- · Design features
- Communication Method
- Scintillator Materials
- Resolution
There is similar performance as follow.
- Performance (MTF)
- · Performance (DQE)
There are no significant difference between the VIVIX-S 1751S and the predicate device that would adversely affect the use of the product. It is substantially equivalent to these devices in design, function, materials, operational principles and intended use.
| Parameter | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Equivalence |
|---------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------|
| 510(k) Number | K181003 | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Vieworks Co., Ltd. | - | - |
| Device Name | VIVIX-S 1717V | VIVIX-S VW | - |
| Detector | FXRD-1717VA,<br>FXRD-1717VB | FXRD-4343VAW<br>FXRD-4343VAW PLUS | - |
| SCU | - | FXRS-04A<br>FXRP-02A | Power<br>Supply |
| Software | VXvue | VXvue | Software |
| Common Name | Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector | - | Equivalent |
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| Classification Name | Solid State X-Ray Imager (Flat Panel/Digital Imager) | | Equivalent |
|----------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Classification Panel | | Radiology | Equivalent |
| Classification<br>Regulation | 21 CFR 892.1680 | | Equivalent |
| Product Code | | MQB | Equivalent |
| Device Class | | 2 | Equivalent |
| Indications for Use | VIVIX-S 1717V series is<br>indicated for digital<br>imaging solution designed<br>as a general radiographic<br>system for human<br>anatomy. It is intended to<br>replace film or screen<br>based radiographic<br>systems in all general<br>purposes of diagnostic<br>procedures. It is not to be<br>used for mammography. | The VIVIX-S VW detectors<br>are used for the general-<br>purpose diagnostic<br>procedures, and as well as<br>intended to replace<br>radiographic film / screen<br>systems.<br>The VIVIX-S VW detectors<br>are not intended for<br>mammography<br>applications. | Equivalent |
| MTF<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1717VA:<br>72 | FXRD-4343VAW:<br>76 | |
| (Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1717VB:<br>60 | FXRD-4343VAW PLUS:<br>60 | |
| DQE<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1717VA:<br>45 | FXRD-4343VAW:<br>45 | |
| | FXRD-1717VB:<br>28.5 | FXRD-4343VAW PLUS:<br>53 | |
| Spatial Resolution | 3.5 lp/mm | FXRD-4343VAW:<br>3.5 lp/mm | |
| | | FXRD-4343VAW PLUS:<br>3.5 lp/mm | |
| Parameter | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Equivalence |
|----------------------|------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------|
| 510(k) Number | K163703 | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Vieworks Co., Ltd. | - | - |
| Device Name | FXRD-1417N | VIVIX-S 3643VW | - |
| Detector | FXRD-1417NAW,<br>FXRD-1417NBW | FXRD-3643VAW<br>FXRD-3643VAW PLUS | - |
| SCU | FXRS-03A<br>FXRS-04A<br>FXRP-02A | FXRS-04A<br>FXRP-02A | Power<br>Supply |
| Software | VXvue | VXvue | Software |
| Common Name | Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector | | Equivalent |
| Classification Name | Solid State X-Ray Imager (Flat Panel/Digital Imager) | | Equivalent |
| Classification Panel | Radiology | | Equivalent |
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| Classification<br>Regulation | 21 CFR 892.1680 | | Equivalent |
|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Product Code | MQB | | Equivalent |
| Device Class | 2 | | Equivalent |
| Indications for Use | FXRD-1417NAW and<br>FXRD-1417NBW are<br>indicated for digital<br>imaging solution designed<br>as a general radiographic<br>system for human<br>anatomy. It is intended to<br>replace film or screen<br>based radiographic<br>systems in all general<br>purposes of diagnostic<br>procedures. It is not to be<br>used for mammography. | The VIVIX-S VW detectors<br>are used for the general-<br>purpose diagnostic<br>procedures, and as well as<br>intended to replace<br>radiographic film / screen<br>systems.<br>The VIVIX-S VW detectors<br>are not intended for<br>mammography<br>applications. | Equivalent |
| MTF<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1417NAW:<br>75 | FXRD-3643VAW:<br>74 | |
| | FXRD-1417NBW:<br>61.5 | FXRD-3643VAW PLUS:<br>59 | |
| DQE<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1417NAW:<br>46.5 | FXRD-3643VAW:<br>41.5 | |
| | FXRD-1417NBW:<br>27.5 | FXRD-3643VAW PLUS:<br>51 | |
| Spatial Resolution | 3.5lp/mm | FXRD-3643VAW:<br>3.5lp/mm | |
| | | FXRD-3643VAW PLUS:<br>3.5lp/mm | |
| Parameter | Predicate Device | Subject Device | Equivalence |
|---------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------|
| 510(k) Number | K152855 | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Vieworks Co., Ltd. | - | - |
| Device Name | VIVIX-S 1012N | VIVIX-S 2530VW | - |
| Detector | FXRD-1012NA,<br>FXRD-1012NB,<br>FXRD-1012NAW,<br>FXRD-1012NBW | FXRD-2530VAW<br>FXRD-2530VAW PLUS | - |
| SCU | FXRS-02A<br>FXRS-03A<br>FXRS-04A<br>FXRP-02A | FXRS-04A<br>FXRP-02A | Power<br>Supply |
| Software | VXvue | VXvue | Software |
| Common Name | Digital Flat Panel X-ray Detector | - | Equivalent |
| Classification Name | Solid State X-Ray Imager (Flat Panel/Digital Imager) | - | Equivalent |
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| Classification Panel | Radiology | | Equivalent |
|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|------------|
| Classification | | | |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 892.1680 | | Equivalent |
| Product Code | MQB | | Equivalent |
| Device Class | 2 | | Equivalent |
| Indications for Use | FXRD-1012NA, FXRD-<br>1012NB, FXRD-1012NAW<br>and FXRD-1012NBW are<br>indicated for digital imaging<br>solution designed as a<br>general radiographic<br>system for human anatomy.<br>It is intended to replace film<br>or screen based<br>radiographic systems in all<br>general purposes of<br>diagnostic procedures. It is<br>not to be used for<br>mammography. | The VIVIX-S VW detectors<br>are used for the general-<br>purpose diagnostic<br>procedures, and as well as<br>intended to replace<br>radiographic film / screen<br>systems. The VIVIX-S VW<br>detectors are not intended<br>for mammography<br>applications. | Equivalent |
| MTF<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1012NA(W):<br>75 | FXRD-2530VAW:<br>76 | |
| | FXRD-1012NB(W):<br>58.5 | FXRD-2530VAW PLUS:<br>60 | |
| DQE<br>(Measured Values,<br>at 1lp/mm) | FXRD-1012NA(W):<br>49 | FXRD-2530VAW:<br>46 | |
| | FXRD-1012NB(W):<br>27 | FXRD-2530VAW PLUS:<br>52 | |
| Spatial Resolution | 4.0 lp/mm | FXRD-2530VAW:<br>4.0 lp/mm | |
| | | FXRD-2530VAW PLUS:<br>4.0 lp/mm | |
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### 9. Summary of Non-Clinical Data
A comparison test was conducted between the subject devices (VIVIX-S VW) and the predicate device (K181003, K163703, K152885) on the items such as DQE, MTF and spatial resolution.
These detectors comply with the following international and FDA-recognized consensus standards:
- · 21CFR1020.30, Diagnostic X-ray Systems and their major components
- · 21CFR1020.31, Radiographic equipment
- - IEC 60601-1 Medical Electrical Equipment -- Part 1: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance.
- CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1 (2008) (Medical Equipment –Part 1
: General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance) (includes National Differences for Canada)
- ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005+ C1:09+A2:10) (Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1
- · IEC 60601-1-2 Medical Electrical Equipment Part 1-2
- : General Requirements for Basic Safety and Essential Performance Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility - Requirements And Tests
# 10. Summary of Clinical Data
A single-blinded concurrence study according to CDRH's Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices was conducted, and the study confirmed that the new x-ray detectors VIVIX-S VW provide images of equivalent diagnostic capability to the predicate devices, the VIVIX-S 1717V, VIVIX-S 1417N, VIVIX-S 1012N and its results demonstrate substantial equivalence.
# 11. Conclusion [21 CFR 807.92(b) (3)]
The VIVIX-S VW Digital X-ray detectors are substantially equivalent to the currently marketed and predicate devices (K181003) in terms of design features, fundamental scientific technology, indications for use, and safety and effectiveness.
Additionally, Substantial equivalence was demonstrated through the non-clinical performance, which complied with the requirements specified in the international and FDA-recognized consensus standards, IEC60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, 3 and the clinical test, which complied with the requirements specified in the CDRH's Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices.
The results of these tests demonstrate that VIVIX-S VW Digital X-ray detectors meets the acceptance criteria and is adequate for this intended use. The comparison of technological characteristics, non-clinical performance data, safety testing, and clinical image concurrence data demonstrates that the device is as safe, as effective, and performs as well the predicate devices.
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Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.