KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D MEDICAL LASER PRINTER (9000D)
K972847 · Eastman Kodak Company · LMC · Oct 7, 1997 · Radiology
Device Facts
Record ID
K972847
Device Name
KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D MEDICAL LASER PRINTER (9000D)
Applicant
Eastman Kodak Company
Product Code
LMC · Radiology
Decision Date
Oct 7, 1997
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 892.2040
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
The KODAK Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer is a laser printer designed to produce hard-copy films of digitized medical images. It is a newly designed printer to be added to Kodak's family of medical laser printer products that is intended for the centralized network printing solution for high volume sites for maximum productivity. This printer will be environmentally friendly by eliminating wet chemistry, site concerns, costs and will reduce chemical disposal problems. This is accomplished by using a totally proprietary imaging process. Images printed on film from the laser printer will be used for primary diagnosis, similar to other laser printers and CRT mult-format cameras. Evaluation of the hard copy output by trained health care professionals provides adequate opportunity for competent human intervention. Laser printers are not represented to be of use in supporting or sustaining human life, nor do they present a potential for unreasonable risk of illness or injury.
Device Story
Secondary imaging device; receives digital, video, or network image data from medical modalities; transforms inputs into hard-copy film output via laser printing system; utilizes dry thermal processor instead of wet chemistry; operated by clinicians/technicians via keypad or autofilming link at system console; used in clinical environments for centralized network printing; provides radiologists with hard-copy images for primary diagnosis; benefits include increased productivity, elimination of wet chemistry, and reduced chemical disposal requirements.
Clinical Evidence
Bench testing only. No clinical data provided. Device performance verified through compliance with safety and electromagnetic interference standards (EN 60601-1, EN 60825, UL 2601-1, IEC 801 series).
Technological Characteristics
Red diode laser; polygon deflection; 4096x5120 image matrix; 12-bit depth; dry thermal processor; 79-micron pixel pitch; 50mw laser power; supports multiple network/digital/video inputs; seismic kit available; compliant with EN 60601-1, EN 60825, UL 2601-1.
Indications for Use
Indicated for production of hard-copy films of digitized medical images for primary diagnosis by trained healthcare professionals in high-volume clinical settings.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A medical image hardcopy device is a device that produces a visible printed record of a medical image and associated identification information. Examples include multiformat cameras and laser printers.
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). The device is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 892.9.
Predicate Devices
Kodak Ektascan 2180 Laser Printer (KELP 2180)
Reference Devices
DV 8700
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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# SUMMARY OF SAFETY AND EFFECTIVENESS
#### INTRODUCTION I.
The Kodak Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer (MLP 9000D) is a secondary imaging device that receives data from various modalities that can be stored and then printed on film for evaluation by a radiologist. The MLP 9000D is an integrated system which is based on the overall system concept of the Kodak Ektascan 2180 Laser Printer (KELP 2180), Common Protocol (CP) interfaces and the Kodak X-Omat 180LP/LPS Processor system. The MLP 9000D's film transport and exposure mechanisms will be a modification of the current KELP 2180 design. The Kodak X-Omat 180LP/LPS will be replaced by a dry thermal processor that will be used to develop a new photothermographic film.
The MLP 9000D will consist of many components which are similar to the KELP 2180. Examples are various input sections that are either video, digital, digital video, or network interfaces that interact between the host and the MLP 9000D to perform its tasks. The operator interfaces with the system by either using a keypad to store and print images or with an autofilming link to perform the same storing and printing functions at a system console.
### II. GENERAL INFORMATION
Name of Manufacturer: Eastman Kodak Company Health Imaging Division 901 Elmgrove Road Rochester, New York 14653-5513
Establishment Registration Number: 1317307
Device Name: KODAK Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer
Device Classification: Class II Device
UCT - 7 1997
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#### III. THE DEVICE
The general hardware configuration of the KODAK Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer contains the following major components / subsystems:
Modality Interfaces Laser Printing System Processor with optional Film Sorter
#### OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:
Image Buffer Controller / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
High Capacity Image Buffer Disk / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
Memory Board / 6 MP / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
Seismic Kit / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
Standard Image Buffer / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
Basic Image Buffer / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
Enhanced Image Buffer / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical.Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
High Capacity Enhanced Image Buffer / for KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D Medical Laser Printer and KODAK EKTASCAN 2180 Laser Printer
#### IV. INDICATION FOR USE
Images printed on film from the Laser Printer will be used for primary diagnoses, similar to other laser printers and CRT multi-format cameras. Evaluation of the hard copy output by trained health care professionals provides adequate opportunity for competent human intervention. Laser printers are not represented to be of use in supporting or sustaining human life, nor do they present a potential for unreasonable risk of illness or injury.
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## V. Comparison of features
| IMAGING FEATURES | KELP 2180 | 9000 D | DV 8700 |
|-----------------------|------------------------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------|
| Laser Type | Red Diode | Red Diode | IR-Diode |
| Deflection | Polygon | Polygon | Galvo |
| xxxxScan | Scan Roller | Scan Roller | Galvo |
| Image Matrix | 4096x5120 | 4096x5120 | 4096x5120 |
| Bits/Pixel | 12/12 | 12/12 | 12/12 |
| Trim Option | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Pixel Pitch (Microns) | 79 | 79 | 80 |
| Laser Power | 5mw | 50mw | |
| TONE SCALE FEATURES | | | |
| Contrast | -5 to +5 | -5 to +5 | |
| Density Max | 3.2 | 3.2 | |
| Curve Shape | 6 | 6 | |
| Interpolation | Cubic/Rep/<br>Sharp Cubic/Bilinear | Cubic/Rep<br>Sharp Cubic/Bilinear | Cubic/Rep |
| PHYSICAL FEATURES | | | |
| Footprint (in.) | 31 x 52 | 31 x 52 | 32 x 26 |
| Kodak Processor | 180LP Wet | Thermal | Thermal |
| Roomlight Film Supply | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Film Sizes | 4 | 4 | 1 |
| PRODUCTIVITY | | | |
| Lockout Time (sec) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cycle Time (sec) | 20 | 30 | 30 |
| Print Time | 12 | 26 | |
| Memory Capacity (MB) | 4G | 4G | 128MB |
| Autoprint | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Random Erase | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MULTIPLE INPUTS | KELP 2180 | 9000 D | DV 8700 |
| Max Inputs | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Volatile Memory | No | No | Yes |
| Keypad/Autofilm | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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#### VI. REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
The Kodak Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer (MLP 9000D) is being designed and tested in conformance with the following standards.
Product Safety
| EN 60601-1 | Medical Electrical Equipment, General Requirements |
|---------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| EN 60825 | Safety of Laser Products, Part 1: Equipment Classification,<br>Requirement, and User's Guide |
| CSA C22.2 No. 601.1 | Medical Electrical Equipment, Part 1: General Requirements |
| UL 2601-1 | Medical Electrical Equipment, General Requirements |
| Laser safety: | Title 21CFR CHAPTER 1, /subchapter J, Part 1040.10 |
#### Electromagnetic Interference
EN 55011 Class B/1992, EN 50082-1/1992, EN 60950/1993 following the provisions of the applicable directives 89/336/EEC and amendments 72/23/EEC and amendments
EN 61000-3-2 Power Line Harmonics
EN 61000-3-3 Flicker
Electromagnetic Noise Susceptibility
EN 50082-1:92, Generic Immunity as tested per the following:
(a) IEC 801-2:91; ESD, 4 KV direct, 8 KV air.
(b) IEC 801-3:84; RF Immunity Severity Level 2.
- (c) IEC 801-4:88; EFT Severity Level 2
#### Seismic
Requirements of the State of California, Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development for "Pre-Approval" in accordance with California Administrative Code, Title 24, Part 2 and Title 22, Division 7, Chapter 7.
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
OCT - 7 1997
Robert L. Hiller Director, HI Regulatory Compliance Eastman Kodak Company Health Imaging Division 901 Elmgrove Road Rochester, NY 14653
K972847 Re:
Kodak Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer Dated: July 30, 1997 Received: August 1, 1997 Regulatory class: Unclassified Procode: 90 LMC
Dear Mr. Hiller:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the device referenced above and we have determined the device is substantially equivalent for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class III (Premarket Approval), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the Current Good Manufacturing Practice requirement, as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic OS inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submission does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your 510(K) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus. permits your device to proceed to the market.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4613. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours.
hDliau Yu
Lillian Yin, Ph.D. Director, Division of Reproductive, Abdominal, Ear, Nose and Throat, and Radiological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known): _ K97284
Device Name: KODAK DIGITAL SCIENCE 9000D MEDICAL LASER PRINTER
INDICATION FOR USE:
The KODAK Digital Science 9000D Medical Laser Printer is a laser printer designed to produce hard-copy films of digitized medical images. It is a newly designed printer to be added to Kodak's family of medical laser printer products that is intended for the centralized network printing solution for high volume sites for maximum productivity. This printer will be environmentally friendly by eliminating wet chemistry, site concerns, costs and will reduce chemical disposal problems. This is accomplished by using a totally proprietary imaging process.
Images printed on film from the laser printer will be used for primary diagnosis, similar to other laser printers and CRT mult-format cameras. Evaluation of the hard copy output by trained health care professionals provides adequate opportunity for competent human intervention. Laser printers are not represented to be of use in supporting or sustaining human life, nor do they present a potential for unreasonable risk of illness or injury.
Sincerely yours,
Robert L. Hiller
Robert L. Hiller
7/30/97
Robert L. Hiller Director, Regulatory Affairs KODAK Health Imaging
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