The Wireless/Wired DR-ID 1200SDK System is intended to capture for display radiographic images of human anatomy . It is intended for use in general projection radiographic applications including pediatric and neonatal exams wherever conventional film/screen or CR systems may be used. The DR-ID 1200SDK System is not intended for mammography, fluoroscopy, tomography, and angiography applications.
Device Story
DR-ID 1200SDK is a flat panel detector system for capturing radiographic images; functions as a component for system integrators to build full radiographic systems. Input: X-ray radiation; Output: Digital radiographic images. Operates via indirect conversion (a-Si) with scintillator (GOS or CsI); utilizes Irradiation Side Sampling (ISS) to reduce blur and improve sharpness/DQE. System lacks integrated console/workstation, docking stand, and memory exposure mode; integrators provide console, image processing, and display. Used in clinical settings for general radiography; operated by radiology staff. Benefits include high-quality digital imaging for general and pediatric applications; enables integration into custom radiographic configurations.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical study performed. Substantial equivalence demonstrated via non-clinical performance data, including software verification/validation and adherence to AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 62304, and IEC 62366-1 standards.
Indicated for general projection radiographic imaging of human anatomy, including pediatric and neonatal patients. Contraindicated for mammography, fluoroscopy, tomography, and angiography.
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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FUJIFILM Corporation % Mrs. Kamila Sak Regulatory Affairs Specialist FUJIFILM Medical Systems U.S.A. Inc. 81 Hartwell Avenue, Suite 300 LEXINGTON MA 02421
April 10, 2020
#### Re: K200668
Trade/Device Name: DR-ID 1200SDK System Regulation Number: 21 CFR 892.1680 Regulation Name: Stationary x-ray system Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: MQB Dated: March 12, 2020 Received: March 13, 2020
#### Dear Mrs. Kamila Sak:
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)
K200668
Device Name DR-ID 1200SDK System
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Wireless/Wired DR-ID 1200SDK System is intended to capture for display radiographic images of human anatomy . It is intended for use in general projection radiographic applications including pediatric and neonatal exams wherever conventional film/screen or CR systems may be used. The DR-ID 1200SDK System is not intended for mammography, fluoroscopy, tomography, and angiography applications.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
> Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
_ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)
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### 510(k) Summary K200668
#### Date Prepared: April 02, 2020
#### Submitter's Information:
FUJIFILM Corporation 798 Miyanodai Kaisei-Machi Ashigarakami-Gun, Kanagawa, 258-8538, Japan FDA Establishment Registration Number: 3001722928
#### Contact Person:
Kamila Sak Specialist, Regulatory Affairs Telephone: (347) 577-2309 Email: kamila.sak@fujifilm.com
#### Device Name and Classification:
| Product Name: | DR-ID 1200SDK System |
|-------------------------------|-------------------------|
| Model Number: | DR-ID 1200 |
| Regulation Description: | Stationary x-ray system |
| Regulation Medical Specialty: | Radiology |
| CFR Section: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | MQB |
#### Predicate Device:
| Product Name: | FDR D-EVO II Flat Panel Detector System |
|-------------------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| Model Number: | DR-ID 1200 |
| Regulation Description: | Stationary x-ray system |
| Regulation Medical Specialty: | Radiology |
| CFR Section: | 21 CFR 892.1680 |
| Device Class: | Class II |
| Product Code: | MQB |
The subject device DR-ID 1200SDK System is a variation of the legally marketed FDR D-EVO II Flat Panel Detector System (DR-ID 1200). The predicate device FDR D-EVO II had received 510(k) clearance via K142003 on October 21, 2014, and was documented internally several times after that.
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The Wireless/Wired DR-ID 1200SDK System is intended to capture for display radiographic images of human anatomy. It is intended for use in general projection radiographic applications including pediatric and neonatal exams wherever conventional film/screen or CR systems may be used. The DR-ID 1200SDK System is not intended for mammography, fluoroscopy, tomography, and angiography applications.
#### Description of the Device:
The subject device DR-ID 1200SDK is a detector/software system, previously cleared as a component of the predicate FDR D-EVO II (K142003). The x-ray generator, necessary for a fullyoperational radiographic system, is not part of the subject device is designed as an alternative system added in FDR D-EVO II Flat Panel Detector System (DR-ID 1200) made by FUJIFILM. The subject device does not include imaging processing unit FDX Console (DR-ID 300CL) but the function of console is combined by system integrators. Both the subject device and predicate device are indicated for general purpose radiography. The software package is unchanged from the predicate, however the SW name was changed from DR-ID 1200MC (K142003) to DR-ID 1200SDK.
#### Performance Data:
Non-clinical Performance Data: DR-ID 1200SDK conforms to the following standards: AAMI/ANSI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 62304 and IEC 62366-1. In addition, the FDA's Guidance for the Submission of 510(k)'s for Solid State X-ray Imaging Devices (September 1, 2016) was followed to describe the detector characteristics.
As required by the risk analysis, necessary verification and validation activities were performed including software testing, and the results were satisfactory.
Clinical Performance Data: No clinical study has been performed. The substantial equivalence has been demonstrated by non-clinical studies.
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics:
The proposed device DR-ID 1200SDK differs from the predicate device in the following minor modifications:
- Removal of imaging processing unit FDX Console (DR-ID 300CL), optional Docking Stand (DR-ID 1200DS), and optional Fujifilm Access Point
- Removal of memory exposure mode
#### Substantial Equivalence:
The company's DR-ID 1200SDK System (DR-ID 1200) has the same intended use and indications for use as the previously cleared predicate D-EVO II Flat Panel Detector System (DR-ID 1200) cleared under K142003. The differences described below do not affect the indications for use, the fundamental scientific technology, safety and effectiveness, and image Special 510(k): DR-ID 1200SDK System (DR-ID 1200) 6-2
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quality.
The subject device DR-ID 1200SDK system does not include imaging processing unit FDX Console (DR-ID 300CL), Docking stand, and Fujifilm access point. Docking stand and Fujifilm access point are optional components and do not affect the Indications for Use. DR-ID 1200SDK system can be connected to the console made by system integrators. The DR-ID 1200SDK system itself does not have a user interface, but when combined with console, it has almost the same functions and performance as the predicate device.
The subject device DR-ID 1200SDK system does not support the memory exposure mode. The memory exposure mode is a function for capturing an image with the flat panel detector alone without image processing unit, storing the image in the flat panel detector memory, and transmitting the image to the image processing unit later. Even if this function is not supported, images can be sent to the image processing unit; thus the change does not affect the indications for use.
Therefore, the subject device DR-ID 1200SDK System (DR-ID 1200) can be considered to be substantially equivalent to the predicate device FDR D-EVO II Flat Panel Detector System (DR-ID 1200).
#### Comparison of Technological Characteristics:
A comparison of the technological characteristics between the subject device and predicate device is provided below:
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| | Subject Device<br>DR-ID 1200SDK system | Predicate Device<br>K142003, cleared Oct. 21, 2014<br>FDR D-EVO II | Comment for<br>safety and<br>performance | |
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| Indications for Use | The Wireless/Wired DR-ID 1200SDK system is<br>intended to capture for display radiographic images of<br>human anatomy. It is intended for use in general<br>projection radiographic applications including<br>pediatric and neonatal exams wherever conventional<br>film/screen or CR systems may be used. The DR-ID<br>1200SDK System is not intended for mammography,<br>fluoroscopy, tomography, and angiography<br>applications. | The Wireless/Wired FDR D-EVO II flat panel<br>detector system is intended to capture for display<br>radiographic images of human anatomy. It is<br>intended for use in general projection radiographic<br>applications including pediatric and neonatal exams<br>wherever conventional film/screen or CR systems<br>may be used. The FDR D-EVO II is not intended for<br>mammography, fluoroscopy, tomography, and<br>angiography applications. | Same as the<br>predicate device<br>except the device<br>name | |
| Detector Characteristics | | | | |
| Appearance | Image: DR-ID 1200SDK system appearance | Image: FDR D-EVO II appearance | Same | |
| Scintillator | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1202SE Gd2O2S:Tb (GOS)<br>DR-ID1211SE, DR-ID1212SE, DR-ID1213SE CsI:TI<br>(CsI) | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1202SE Gd2O2S:Tb (GOS)<br>DR-ID1211SE, DR-ID1212SE, DR-ID1213SE CsI:TI<br>(CsI) | Same | |
| X-ray<br>Conversion | Indirect conversion (a-Si) | Indirect conversion (a-Si) | Same | |
| Unique Detector<br>Characteristic | ISS (irradiation side sampling): captures image from<br>front of detector, reducing blur, resulting in an<br>increase in sharpness and DQE | ISS (irradiation side sampling): captures image from<br>front of detector, reducing blur, resulting in an<br>increase in sharpness and DQE | Same | |
| Detector Cord | Wired / Wireless | Wired / Wireless | Same | |
| Detector Weight<br>(with battery) | DR-ID1201SE : Approx.5.7 lbs (2.5kg)<br>DR-ID1211SE : Approx.5.8 lbs (2.6kg)<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE : Approx.7.1 lbs (3.2kg)<br>DR-ID1213SE : Approx.3.3 lbs (1.5kg) | DR-ID1201SE : Approx.5.7 lbs (2.5kg)<br>DR-ID1211SE : Approx.5.8 lbs (2.6kg)<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE : Approx.7.1 lbs (3.2kg)<br>DR-ID1213SE : Approx.3.3 lbs (1.5kg) | Same | |
| Withstand Load | Point load: 1600N (160kg or 352.7 lbs) / ø40mm<br>(1.6in.)<br>Surface load: 3100N (310kg or 683.4 lbs) | Point load: 1600N (160kg or 352.7 lbs) / ø40mm<br>(1.6in.)<br>Surface load: 3100N (310kg or 683.4 lbs) | Same | |
| CR/DR<br>Integration | N/A | FDX Workstation capable of simultaneous connection<br>to Fujifilm CR and FDR D-EVO II | FDX Workstation<br>is not included in<br>the subject<br>device. | |
| Exposure<br>size/Active Area<br>(inch) | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE :13.8x16.8<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE :16.7x16.8<br>DR-ID1213SE : 9.07x11.3 | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE : 13.8x16.8<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE : 16.7x16.8<br>DR-ID1213SE: 9.07x11.3 | Same | |
| Exposure<br>size/Active Area<br>(cm) | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE :35.04x42.54<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE : 42.48x35.05<br>DR-ID1213SE: 23.04x28.80 | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE :35.04x42.54<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE:42.48x35.05<br>DR-ID1213SE: 23.04x28.80 | Same | |
| Number of Pixels | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE :2336x2836<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE :2832x2836<br>DR-ID1213SE: 1536x1920 | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE:2336x2836<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE:2832x2836<br>DR-ID1213SE: 1536x1920 | Same | |
| Dimensions<br>(Detector<br>exterior) | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE:<br>38.4cm(W) x 46.0cm(D) x 1.5cm(H)<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE :<br>46.0cm(W) x 46.0cm(D) x 1.5cm(H)<br>DR-ID1213SE:<br>26.8cm(W) x 32.8cm(D) x 1.5cm(H) | DR-ID1201SE, DR-ID1211SE:<br>38.4cm(W) x 46.0cm(D) x 1.5cm(H)<br>DR-ID1202SE, DR-ID1212SE :<br>46.0cm(W) x 46.0cm(D) x 1.5cm(H)<br>DR-ID1213SE:<br>26.8cm(W) x 32.8cm(D) x 1.5cm(H) | Same | |
| Pixel Size | 150 μm | 150 μm | Same | |
| Acquisition<br>Bit Depth | 16 bit | 16 bit | Same | |
| DQE (RQA5,<br>lp/mm) detector alone,<br>without tabletop | 1<br>- | DR-ID1201SE,DR-ID1202SE<br>31%<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%)<br><br>DR-ID1211SE,DR-ID1212SE,DR-ID1213SE<br>54%<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%) | DR-ID1201SE,DR-ID1202SE<br>31%<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%)<br><br>DR-ID1211SE,DR-ID1212SE,DR-ID1213SE<br>54%<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%) | Same |
| MTF (RQA5,<br>lp/mm) | 2 | DR-ID1201SE,DR-ID1202SE<br>42%(High mode)<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%)<br><br>DR-ID1211SE,DR-ID1212SE,DR-ID1213SE<br>54%(High mode)<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%) | DR-ID1201SE,DR-ID1202SE<br>42%(High mode)<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%)<br><br>DR-ID1211SE,DR-ID1212SE,DR-ID1213SE<br>54%(High mode)<br>Measurement tolerance (±10%) | Same |
| Detector tiling | One tile | One tile | Same | |
| Method of<br>Detector Cooling | No special cooling required | No special cooling required | Same | |
| Operating<br>Temperature (°C) | 15 to 30°C (operating condition)<br>5 to 35°C (non-operating condition) | 15 to 30°C (operating condition)<br>5 to 35°C (non-operating condition) | Same | |
| Auto X-ray | Supported | Supported | Same | |
| Detection<br>Feature | | | | |
| Wireless Feature | | | | |
| Wireless<br>Specifications | IEEE802.11n<br>(2.4GHz, 5.2GHz, 5.3GHz, 5.6GHz, 5.8GHz) | IEEE802.11n<br>(2.4GHz, 5.2GHz, 5.3GHz, 5.6GHz, 5.8GHz) | Same | |
| Security feature | MAC Address Filtering (unique IP address)<br>Wireless LAN Segmentation<br>WPA2-PSK encryption with AES (Advanced<br>Encryption Standard) | MAC Address Filtering (unique IP address)<br>Wireless LAN Segmentation<br>WPA2-PSK encryption with AES (Advanced<br>Encryption Standard) | Same | |
| Recommended<br>Wireless Access<br>Point | D-Link DAP-2695<br>Silex SX-AP-4800AN2 | D-Link DAP-2695<br>Silex SX-AP-4800AN2<br>Fujifilm AP (853Y120009) | Not related since<br>Fujifilm AP is<br>mobile-dedicated | |
| Battery<br>Specifications | ~ 500 exposures or 3 hours<br>Standby time: ~ 4 hours (max 18 hours with extra<br>sleep mode*)<br>Charging time: ~ 3 hours | ~ 500 exposures or 3 hours<br>Standby time: ~ 4 hours (max 18 hours with extra<br>sleep mode*)<br>Charging time: ~ 3 hours | Same | |
| Additional<br>Components for<br>Wireless feature | Wireless Access Point (WAP)<br>Battery Charger<br>Li-ion Battery | Wireless Access Point (WAP)<br>Battery Charger<br>Li-ion Battery | Same | |
| Others | | | | |
| Memory storage<br>function | No | Yes | Not related<br>(refer to 12.2.3) | |
| Waterproof level | IPX6: Protected against powerful water jets | IPX6: Protected against powerful water jets | Same | |
| Antimicrobial<br>coating | Ag (silver)-based HYDRO AG coating technology | Ag (silver)-based HYDRO AG coating technology | Same | |
| Image<br>compression | Yes | Yes | Same | |
| System Components | | | | |
| Grids (Optional) | Custom fit grids (wired)<br>Standard grids (wireless) | Custom fit grids (wired)<br>Standard grids (wireless) | Same | |
| Standard<br>Configuration<br>Components | System requires<br>one or more DR-ID12xxSE detectors,<br>one or two power supply unit(s),<br>one or two or three power box(es)<br>and one control software*. | System requires<br>one FDX Console,<br>one or more DR-ID12xxSE detectors,<br>one or two power supply unit(s),<br>one or two or three docking stand(s),<br>one or two or three power box(es)<br>and one control unit*. | Substantially<br>equivalent except<br>for FDX<br>Console.<br><br>The whole system<br>including the<br>Console is<br>specified by<br>system | |
| | *The control software is installed in the Console PC. | *Depending on configuration, the control unit software<br>can be installed in the FDX Console PC. | | |
| | | | integrators. | |
| Workstation | N/A | FDX Console Version 8.0 and above | The system<br>including the<br>Console is<br>specified by the<br>system integrators. | |
| Minimum Basic<br>Computer<br>Configuration | CPU: Core 2 Duo or later (Performance equivalent or<br>more), Windows 10, Bus: PCI, RAM: 4GB, Hard Drive:<br>80 GByte | Computer "Off the Shelf" consisting of: Mini Tower,<br>CPU: Core 2 Duo or later (Performance equivalent or<br>more), Windows 7, Bus: PCI, RAM: 4GB, Hard Drive:<br>80 GByte, Keyboard, Mouse, Barcode scanner, DVD<br>Drive, 17 " or 21" color (touchscreen optional)<br>Monitor. | The PC of the<br>system is specified<br>by system<br>integrators. | |
| Image<br>Processing | N/A | EDR, GP, RP, MFP, DRC, FNC,DVII,VG | The image<br>processing is<br>specified by<br>system integrators. | |
| Operating<br>System | Control software (DR-ID1200SDK):<br>Windows 10<br>*32bit or 64bit SP1 | FDX Console:<br>Windows 7*/10<br>*32bit or 64bit SP1<br>Power supply unit (DR-ID1200MP):<br>WindRiverLinux2.0 (kernel:2.6.21.7)<br>Control cabinet (DR-ID1200MC)*:<br>Windows Vista and Windows 7<br>*Control cabinet may not be needed depending on<br>configuration. | The operating<br>system of Console<br>is specified by<br>system integrators. | |
| Image Transfer | N/A | Standard network connectivity via DICOM protocol &<br>via Fuji DMS Network | Standard network<br>connectivity is<br>specified by<br>system<br>integrators. | |
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#### Conclusion:
This Special 510(k) premarket notification submission has demonstrated Substantial Equivalence as defined and understood in the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act and various guidance documents issued by the Center for Devices and Radiological Health. We conclude the subject device to be as safe and effective as the predicate device.
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Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
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.