eFilm Workstation® 4.2.3  |  datasheet

Overview

Merge eFilm Workstation is a stand-alone workstation solution to view, distribute and manage studies. eFilm Workstation allows users to have a full diagnostic quality workstation, dedicated CD/DVD burning, DICOM printing and an image review station in a low cost and high content solution that is scalable to any organization.

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Refund Policy: *This is a non-refundable purchase.

What's New in eFilm Workstation 4.2.3 |  4.2 Release Notes

• Validated for use with MS Windows 8.1 and 10 Operating Systems
• Updated SQL Express Database
• Integration with iConnect® Cloud Archive (formerly Merge Honeycomb) 
• German Language User Guide Included 
  With the 4.2 release, eFilm can be integrated with Merge's iConnect Cloud Archive solution**. This integration will provide benefits to both eFilm and iConnect users.
  
  • eFilm users will be able to store a second copy of their images in the cloud, ensuring an effective backup and disaster recovery solution.
  • eFilm can be used as an alternate viewer for images archived in the Cloud Archive and can also perform functions like CD burning and DICOM print when needed.
• Auto-routing of Studies
  With eFilm 4.2, users who want to route images to a PACS or other DICOM destinations will no longer have to manually select and move files. Instead, eFilm will provide the capability to allow routing of studies based upon flexible rules that are managed within eFilm.
• Compression
  eFilm 4.2 offers image compression, for users who are bandwidth constrained but still need to move files can compress and send.
• GSPS (Gray Scale Presentation State)
  GSPS images will be displayed in eFilm 4.2.2 using industry-standard GSPS instead of the former proprietary format. This new capability will be valuable for users viewing images in systems other than eFilm, such as iConnect Cloud Archive.
• SUV for PET/CT
  eFilm will display the “Standardized Uptake Values” when displaying PET/CT data.

**iConnect Cloud Archive contract required for long-term archiving of studies.  Free 30 days of archive testing available.  Contact us for more information at efilm_sales@merge.com or 877-977-4004

Annual Licenses for Academic Licensing

If eFilm Workstation will be used for teaching purposes, the price is only $300* per annual license. Purchase online and follow the instructions for faxing in your credentials (University ID / Credentials, and course curriculum on University letterhead if applicable) For academic licensing, click here.

*Use of this academic license is solely for teaching, learning, or research purposes and not for rendering of services which are compensated or reimbursed. 

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows 10 Professional (64-Bit)
• Windows 8.1 Professional and Core (64-Bit)
• Windows 7 Professional (64-Bit)

FDA Class II registered medical device, CE Marked

eFilm Workstation is not approved for Mammography,

eFilm Workstation is not FDA-cleared for diagnostic use on mobile devices

*Important: eFilm Recall EFW-1895 involving eFilm Workstation/eFilm Lite versions 2.1, 2.1.2, 3.0, 3.1, 3.3.5, 3.4, 4.0, 4.0.1, 4.0.2, 4.0.3 and 4.1. Please update your software by downloading the new version 4.1.1 or higher. Click here for important information regarding this issue

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Features

New with eFilm Workstation 4.2.3: 

• 4.2.3 Includes many minor fixes to improve performance
• German language translation of user guide included
• Add ability to import .JPEG images 
• Auto-routing of studies included
• Image compression when sending studies
• Ability to connect to other efilm 4.X workstations securely without a VPN
• Gray Scale Presentation State (GSPS) support for Key Images
• SUV for PET/CT Included

User Login/Authentication

• Identifying the user to the system allows eFilm to retrieve user-specific profile information and provides a mechanism to meet HIPAA requirements regarding information access.

PET/CT Image Display

• Fused PET and CT images from the same study can be viewed, permitting visualization of functional PET data combined with anatomical CT data.

Pixel-for-Pixel Zoom

• Provides the option to display the image at full resolution with no interpolation.

True-sized Printing

• User can specify a scale factor that will result in true-sized DICOM printing, needed for orthopedic templating when using acetate templates.

MPR

• MPR Reconstruct a cross-sectional image in any plane from CT or MR data
• View real-time reconstruction in any orthogonal or oblique plane with exquisite image quality
• Use MPR plane to generate slabs of arbitrary thickness via MIP
• Automatically creates a new series
• Stack through the reformatted images as you would any other series; view each slice's relative position on the source image

User Profiles

• Create unique user profiles based on user name
• Save multiple user profiles on a given workstation to allow users to easily launch their preferred toolbar configurations, window and level presets, layout presets and more

3D/Volume Rendering

• 3D/Volume Rendering Preview slices and select particular images for inclusion (or exclusion) from volume reconstruction
• Adjust interpolation to suit processor speeds
• Color mapping opacity setting options
• View structures or organs as a whole (versus slices)
• IMPORTANT: To support optimal clinical visualization, the user must deploy a color monitor and a video card that fully supports Microsoft DirectX 8.1 or greater. In the absence of the DirectX 8.1 video card, Volume Rendering functionality and performance will be lower than optimal.

DICOM Printing

• Print to a large variety of printers
• Send a manufacturer-specific string to the printer, via the DICOM print configuration, for specifying a particular Look Up Table at the printer

Customizable Toolbars

• Customizable Toolbars Display only the tools needed when viewing various types of studies such as CR or MR
• Access needed tools quickly for increased efficiency
• Change the size of the icons on screen
• Invoke auto-hide feature to hide tools when not actively using them, maximizing use of diagnostic screen space
• Set up keystroke combinations to perform toolbar functions

Integrated CD & DVD Creation

• Burn CDs or DVDs directly from the eFilm Workstation application
• Burn a ‘lite’ version CD or DVD of eFilm Workstation to use as a portable viewer using the integrated DICOMDIR support feature
• Compliant with IHE Portable Data Interchange (PDI)
• Burn non DICOM Files to CD, and DVDs

Intuitive GUI

• Customize toolbars per modality
• Save user settings in a user profile
• Work more accurately with dynamic distance display, mouse-over recognition and an alternating color scheme that make measurement lines much easier to read

Mouse Support

• Accelerate productivity with a mouse configuration that allows users to use a variety of mouse hardware
• Assign right and left mouse click functions to different mouse or trackball buttons
• “Lock” a mouse or trackball button for common operations such as stacking and windowing; once the button is locked, the operation can be performed without requiring sustained button depression

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Requirements

This page includes minimum system requirements.

Supported Operating Systems

• Windows 10 (Enterprise and Professional)
• Windows 8.1 (Professional and Core)
• Windows 7 (Professional)

Required Hardware

To get the most out of eFilm, Merge Healthcare recommends that your computer meet the following specifications:

• Pentium 4-class processor
• 4 GB RAM
• 40 GB free hard drive space (1 GB for installing eFilm and 39 GB for image storage)
• Display resolution 1280 x 1024 with 32 bit/true color

For 3D Volume Rendering

• Video Card with at least 128 MB video
• RAM that fully supports DirectX 9.0 or higher

When choosing computer hardware, users should note that the most substantial performance gains result when RAM is increased. To prevent poor software performance, Merge Healthcare does not recommend that eFilm be run on a less powerful system than that listed above. Hard drive space should be added as image storage requirements increase.

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Support

Support Downloads

• eFilm Workstation 4.2.3 User Guide
• 4.2 Release Notes

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eFilm Community

Visit the eFilm Community and gain access to all support materials including quick tips, user guides, knowledgebase articles and much more.

Contact Support

24 X 7 Phone Support: 877.741.5369 | eMail

eFilm Sales and Licensing: 866.977.4004 | eMail

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FAQs

Q: I have eFilm 3.4 currently, should I update to eFilm 4.2?

A: You should as you will be getting the improved database as well as the opportunity to store a copy of your images in the cloud, ensuring an effective backup and disaster recovery solution.  Also, 4.2.2 has improve image scrolling and processing.  Also, eFilm 4.2.2  is validated with Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 for eFilm Workstation and eFilm Lite.  **Requires separate agreement for Merge Honeycomb hosted studies.

Q: How much does it cost to upgrade to eFilm 4.X?

A: Merge eFilm users with a current license or support agreement will be eligible to upgrade to the latest version at little or no cost. Users who have expired support and maintenance may be able to upgrade at a discount. Contact us for information.

Q: What happens if I need to replace my purchased license key for eFilm Workstation because my hard drive crashed?

A: When your workstation is up and running again, go to our website, download the latest version of the software and request a replacement license key here. We will issue a license key for the remaining amount of time that your license is valid. You must have a valid license and up to date support contract on file to receive a license key.

Q: How often does Merge Healthcare update eFilm Workstations with new versions?

A:  A lot of the requests for additional functionality and features come from our large and growing user base. You must have a valid support and product update contract to take advantage of product updates. If you have an annual license, you are covered for product updates in the year that your license is valid. If you have an unlimited time license, you are covered for the first year; if that year has expired, you can purchase an additional year of support and product updates here.

Q: What if I need support?

A: The support center phone number is 877.741.5369, which is staffed 24 X 7. Support staff can also be reached via e-mail. One can access all of the user guides online on our website . If you need support, but your one year of support included with your unlimited time license has expired, click here to renew.

Q: My company policies prohibit me from purchasing online. What other methods may I use?

A: You can call our call center Toll Free 866.977.4004.

The above frequently asked questions and answers are meant to be a quick quide to free-trial users and users who have purchased a valid eFilm Workstation license. Please refer to the End User License Agreement for official Merge Healthcare language regarding use of the software.

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Online Pricing & Purchasing Options: 

License Type	Annual	Perpetual	Academic
Price	$950 each	$2,500 each	$300
License Renewal	Yearly	Never	Yearly
Updates	1 Year	1 Year	1 Year
Email/Phone Support	1 Year / 24x7	1 Year / 24x7	1 Year / 24x7
Free 30 Day Trial	Yes	Yes	Yes
Request a Quote	Quote Request	Quote Request	Quote Request

Refund Policy: *This is a non-refundable purchase.

iConnect Cloud Archive Services

Available with eFilm 4.0 or higher.  Contact us if you would like more information on this per study model for hosted achiving of studies and web distribution.

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Academic Licensing Program

Merge Healthcare is committed to assisting in the education and training of future radiologists and technologists. The eFilm Workstation Academic License is available to support the students' development of softcopy reading skills. This scholarship program provides a fully functional diagnostic quality workstation for a substantially reduced licensing fee. This is the same desktop softcopy reading software used by over 40,000 clinicians worldwide.

*Use of this academic license is solely for teaching, learning, or research purposes and not for rendering of services which are compensated or reimbursed.

Program Qualifications

• University or College Faculty teaching a certified radiological course
• University or College conducting research that requires medical image viewing
• University or College Student in Radiology Medical Programs that require medical image viewing

To Order an Academic License

You must download the 30-day trial of eFilm Workstation first. Click the link below. If you have not already done so, you will be prompted to create an account. After you have entered in your order and payment information you will be instructed to fax proof of eligibility (current student or faculty ID, and course curriculum). Upon verification of eligibility, your order will be approved and you may license your software.

Click here to Purchase the Academic License - $300

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Additional Add-On Modules

eFilm Scan

Access digital technology from hard copy films. (requires scanner) Requires valid eFilm Workstation license (Trial or Purchased) to operate.

eFilm HIS/RIS SDK™

Sample code for eFilm Workstation allowing users to create seamless integration with their HIS and/or RIS.

eFilm Image SDK™

Adapt the image capabilities of eFilm Workstation with this software development kit.

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