21.3” 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01)
Applicant
Acula Technology Corp.
Product Code
PGY · Radiology
Decision Date
May 21, 2024
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2050
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) is indicated for use in displaying radiological images for review, analysis, and diagnosis by trained medical practitioners. The display is not intended for mammography.
Device Story
The UMD3-21B01 is a 21.3-inch 3MP color LCD display used by radiologists and medical practitioners in clinical settings to view radiological images. It accepts DVI-D and DisplayPort signals from a workstation or PC. The device utilizes IPS technology and an LED backlight to render images. It features internal Look-Up Tables (LUT) that store factory-calibrated display modes, including DICOM GSDF compliance, ensuring consistent image quality regardless of the connected display controller. The device includes integrated sensors (backlight, front, and ambient light) for luminance stabilization and quality control. The 'AcuCal' system, consisting of 'AcuCal-Pro' firmware and 'AcuCal Manage' PC software, performs automated luminance calibration and quality control monitoring. By maintaining DICOM conformance and luminance stability, the display assists clinicians in accurate image interpretation, supporting diagnostic decision-making.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. Performance evaluated per FDA guidance 'Display Devices for Diagnostic Radiology' and AAPM TG18 guidelines. Testing included spatial resolution (MTF), pixel aperture ratio, pixel defect analysis, visual artifact assessment, temporal response, luminance range (max/min), DICOM GSDF conformance, angular dependency of luminance, and chromaticity non-uniformity.
Technological Characteristics
21.3" color LCD (IPS) with LED backlight; 1536 x 2048 resolution; 0.2115 mm pixel pitch; 1000 cd/m2 brightness; 1500:1 contrast ratio. Connectivity: DVI-D (dual link), DisplayPort, USB 2.0. Integrated backlight, front, and ambient light sensors. VESA 100x100mm mount. Firmware-based calibration (AcuCal-Pro) and PC-based management software. DICOM GSDF compliant.
Indications for Use
Indicated for trained medical practitioners to display radiological images for review, analysis, and diagnosis. Not intended for mammography.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image management and processing system is a device that provides one or more capabilities relating to the review and digital processing of medical images for the purposes of interpretation by a trained practitioner of disease detection, diagnosis, or patient management. The software components may provide advanced or complex image processing functions for image manipulation, enhancement, or quantification that are intended for use in the interpretation and analysis of medical images. Advanced image manipulation functions may include image segmentation, multimodality image registration, or 3D visualization. Complex quantitative functions may include semi-automated measurements or time-series measurements.
Special Controls
*Classification.* Class II (special controls; voluntary standards—Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine (DICOM) Std., Joint Photographic Experts Group (JPEG) Std., Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) Test Pattern).
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ACULA Technology Corp Sheng-Sung Jian Director of R&D 11, Alley 21, Lane 20, Rd. Dashing, Luchu Dist. TAOYUAN, 33862 TAIWAN
#### Re: K233336
Trade/Device Name: 21.3" 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Regulation Name: Medical Image Management And Processing System Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PGY Dated: April 12, 2024 Received: April 16, 2024
Dear Sheng-Sung Jian:
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 (the 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 available 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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Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reportingmdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
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Sincerely,
Samul for
Jessica Lamb, Ph.D. Assistant Director Imaging Software Team DHT8B: Division of Radiological Imaging Devices and Electronic Products OHT8: Office of 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)
K233336
Device Name
21.3" 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01(MD3-21B01)
Indications for Use (Describe)
The 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01) is indicated for use in displaying radiological images for review, analysis, and diagnosis by trained medical practitioners. The display is not intended for mammography.
| Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable) | | |
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| <table><tr><td><span> <label><input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</label> </span></td><td><span> <label><input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</label> </span></td></tr></table> | <span> <label><input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</label> </span> | <span> <label><input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</label> </span> |
| <span> <label><input checked="checked" type="checkbox"/> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)</label> </span> | <span> <label><input type="checkbox"/> Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)</label> </span> | |
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#### K233336
# 510(k) Summary
### I. SUBMITTER
ACULA Technology Corp. Address: No. 11, Alley 21, Lane 20, Rd. Dashing Luchu Dist., Taoyuan City, Taiwan 33862 Phone: +886-3-3135577 Fax: +886-3-3233355 Contact Person: Sheng-Sung Jian Email: SSJian@acula.com.tw Date Prepared: September 19, 2023
#### DEVICE ==
Name of Device: 21.3" 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) Common or Usual Name: UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) Classification Name: Display, Diagnostic Radiology (21 CFR 892.2050) Regulatory Class: II Product Code: PGY
### III. PREDICATE DEVICE
510(k) Number: K201211 Model Name: C32S+, C32SP+ Applicant: Shenzhen Beacon Display Technology Co., Ltd. Common Name: 3MP LCD Monitors C32S+, C32SP+ Classification Name: Display, Diagnostic Radiology Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.2050 Product Code: PGY Device Class: 2
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#### IV. DEVICE DESCRIPTION
UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) is a 3 mega pixels 21.3" color LCD display for viewing medical images, not including mammography. The resolution of the display is 1,536 x 2,048 pixels (3MP) with a pixel pitch of 0.2115 mm and wide angle LCD technology (IPS) support Dual-link DVI and Displayport signals from workstation or personal computer.
Since factory calibrated 3 display modes, each of which is characterized by a specific curve (including DICOM GSDF), a specific luminance range and a pre-defined color temperature, are stored in Lookup Table (LUT) within the display, the tone curve is e.g. DICOM compliant regardless of the display controller used.
AcuCal, a general name for the calibration and quality control functions of MD-series product, includes corresponding firmware (AcuCal-Pro) and management application of PC (AcuCal Manage). AcuCal-Pro is the controlling firmware of this LCD display. AcuCal-Pro can perform the luminance calibration without PC or workstation and also includes the quality control scheme to make sure display quality, especially DICOM conformance. AcuCal Mange is a PC application for managing a group of displays.
- ** UMD3-21B01 and MD3-21B01 refer to the same monitor. UMD3-21B01 is registered trade name for Acula Technology Corporation. MD3-21B01 is the model name for Acula Technology Corporation.
#### V. INDICATIONS FOR USE
The 3MP Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) is indicated for use in displaying radiological images for review, analysis, and diagnosis by trained medical practitioners. The display is not intended for mammography.
## VI. COMPARISON OF TECHNOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS WITH THE PREDICATE DEVICE
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The comparison table below provides information to support the substantial equivalence between the proposed device Color LCD Display UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) and predicate device Color LCD Display C32S+, C32SP+ (K201211) in terms of intended use, application and technological characteristics.
| Comparison<br>Item | Proposed Device<br>21.3" 3MP Color LCD<br>Display UMD3-21B01<br>(MD3-21B01) | Predicate Device 21.3"<br>3MP Color LCD<br>Display C32S+,<br>C32SP+ | Explanation of<br>Differences |
|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| 510(k) number | Unknown | K201211 | |
| Intended Use | The 3MP Color LCD<br>Display UMD3-21B01<br>(MD3-21B01) is<br>indicated for use in<br>displaying radiological<br>images for review,<br>analysis, and<br>diagnosis by trained<br>medical practitioners.<br>The display is not<br>intended for<br>mammography. | The 3MP Color LCD<br>Monitors C32S+,<br>C32SP+ are indicated<br>for use in displaying<br>radiological images for<br>review, analysis, and<br>diagnosis by trained<br>medical practitioners.<br>The displays are not<br>intended for<br>mammography. | Same |
| Display<br>technology | Color (IPS) | Color (IPS) | Same |
| Screen size | 54.1cm / 21.3"<br>Aspect ratio: 3:4 | 54.1cm / 21.3"<br>Aspect ratio: 3:4 | Same |
| Viewing angle | Horizontal: Typ.178<br>Vertical: Typ.178 | Horizontal: Typ.178<br>Vertical: Typ.178 | Same |
| Native resolution | 1536 x 2048 | 1536 x 2048 | Same |
| Viewable image<br>size | Horizontal: 324.86mm<br>Vertical: 433.15mm | Horizontal: 324.86mm<br>Vertical: 433.15mm | Same |
| | | | |
| Pixel pitch | Horizontal: 0.2115mm<br>Vertical: 0.2115mm | Horizontal: 0.2115mm<br>Vertical: 0.2115mm | Same |
| Response time<br>(typical) | 25ms (On/Off) | 25ms (On/Off) | Same |
| Brightness<br>(typical) | 1,000cd/m2 | 1,000cd/m2 | Same |
| Recommended<br>brightness for | 500cd/m2 | 500cd/m2 | Same |
| Contrast ratio<br>(typical) | 1500:1 | 1500:1 | Same |
| Backlight type | LED | LED | Same |
| Display colors | 10-bit (DisplayPort):<br>1.073 billion 1024 from a palette of 16,384 tones<br>8-bit(DVI): 16.77 million 256 from a palette of 16,384 tones | 10-bit (DisplayPort):<br>1.073 billion 1024 from a palette of 16,384 tones 8-bit(DVI): 16.77 million 256 from a palette of 16,384 tones | Same |
| Input Video<br>Signal | DVI-D (dual link) x1<br>DisplayPort x1 | DVI-D (dual link) x1<br>DisplayPort x1 | Same |
| Scanning<br>Frequency (H, V) | 31 - 97 kHz/59 - 61 Hz | 31 - 97 kHz/59 - 61 Hz | Same |
| Video bandwidth | DVI: 216 MHz<br>DisplayPort: 216 MHz | DVI: 216 MHz<br>DisplayPort: 216 MHz | Same |
| Power<br>Requirements | AC100-240V,<br>50/60Hz | DC 12 V / 6.67 A | Difference between<br>built-in power<br>supply and built-out<br>power supply |
| Maximum Power<br>Consumption | 80W | 80W | Same |
| | | | In comparison with |
| Power save<br>mode | Less than 1W | Less than 5W | predicate device,<br>UMD3-21B01<br>(MD3-21B01)<br>consumes less<br>power in power<br>save mode. |
| Power<br>Management | DVI DMPM,<br>DisplayPort 1.2a | DVI DMPM,<br>DisplayPort 1.2 | Same |
| Quality-control<br>Software | AcuCal | Beacon Monitor<br>Manage | Different design<br>scheme |
| | Backlight sensor<br>Integrated front sensor<br>Ambient light sensor | Backlight sensor<br>Integrated front sensor<br>Ambient light sensor | |
| Sensors | Same | | |
| Luminance<br>calibration tools | -Integrated optical<br>sensor<br>-External optical sensor<br>-Calibration software:<br>AcuCal-Pro | -Integrated optical sensor<br>-External optical sensor<br>-Calibration software:<br>Beacon Monitor Manage | Different design<br>scheme |
| USB Ports | 1 upstream, 3<br>downstream / Rev. 2.0 | Upstream<br>USB 2.0: Type-B x 1 | In comparison with<br>predicate device,<br>UMD3-21B01<br>(MD3-21B01)<br>has one more<br>downstream USB<br>Port for service use |
| Brightness<br>stabilization | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Digital uniformity<br>equalizer | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Net weight | 10.9 kgs | 9.5 kgs | Different industrial<br>design |
| Hole Spacing<br>(VESA Standard) | 100 x 100mm | 100 x 100mm | Same |
| Dimensions<br>w/o Stand<br>(W x H x D) | 354.2 x 472.7 x 78.8<br>mm | 369 x 220 x 511.5 ~<br>596.15 mm | Different industrial<br>design |
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According to the above table, UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) is a medical device which has the same intended use as the predicate device. The difference in the above statement does not change the intended use. As a result, both devices have fundamentally the same intended use.
### VII. PERFORMANCE DATA
The performance tests below were performed on the UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) following the instructions in "Guidance for Industry and Food and Drug Administration Staff: Display Devices for Diagnostic Radiology":
- Measurement of spatial resolution expressed as modulation transfer function (MTF)
- Measurement of pixel aperture ratio
- The maximum number allowed for each type of pixel defects/faults ●
- Visual check of presence or absence of miscellaneous artifacts on the display screen as specified in Assessment of Display Performance for Medical Imaging Systems by AAPM Task Group 18 (TG18 guideline)
- Measurement of temporal response Performance data (provided by Innolux, LCD panel vender)
- Measurements of the maximum and minimum luminance that the device outputs as used in the application under recommended conditions and the achievable values
- Verification of the conformance to DICOM GSDF as specified in TG18 ● UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) 510(k) Submission
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guideline
- Measurement of the angular dependency of luminance response in horizontal, vertical and diagonal directions
- Measurement of the chromaticity non-uniformity characteristics of the display screen as specified in TG18 guideline
#### XIII. CONCLUSIONS
After analyzing all testing data and comparing it with the predicated device, it can be concluded that UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) is substantially equivalent to the predicate device (K201211) with respect to technological characteristic, application and intended use. Some of the technological characteristics of UMD3-21B01 (MD3-21B01) are different from the predicate device, but they do not affect the safety and effectiveness, so no new risk is raised.
The specifications of the primary component employed by the proposed device are the same as those of the predicate device, and other differences have been independently validated. Any differences between the devices do not affect safety or effectiveness.
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