Instrumentarium Dental Express Imaging Plate System User Manual
ENGLISH
EXPRESS™
Digital imaging plate scanner
User’s Manual
204377 rev. 9 (2014-12)
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Copyright
Document code: 204377 rev 9 (2014-12).
Copyright © 2014 by PaloDEx Group Oy.
All rights reserved.
Documentation, trademark and the software are copyrighted
with all rights reserved. Under the copyright laws the
documentation may not be copied, photocopied, reproduced,
translated, or reduced to any electronic medium or machine
readable form in whole or part, without the prior written
permission of Instrumentarium Dental.
The original language of this manual is English.
Instrumentarium Dental reserves the right to make changes
in specifi cation and features shown herein, or discontinue the
product described at any time without notice or obligation.
Contact your Instrumentarium Dental representative for the
most current information.
INSTRUMENTARIUM DENTAL, EXPRESS and
CLINIVIEW are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Instrumentarium Dental in the United States
and/or other countries.
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owners.
Instrumentarium Dental, PaloDEx Group Oy
Nahkelantie 160,
FI-04300 Tuusula,
FINLAND
Tel. +358 10 270 2000
www.instrumentariumdental.com
For service, contact your local distributor.
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Contents
1. The EXPRESS™ ............................................................................. 1
1.1 Introduction .................................................................................................. 1
1.2 System installation ....................................................................................... 2
Positioning the unit .................................................................................... 2
Positioning the PC ................................................................................... 2
Other devices ............................................................................................ 3
2. Intraoral imaging plate unit .............................................................. 4
2.1 Main parts and controls ............................................................................... 4
2.2 Accessories ................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Display symbols and what they mean ......................................................... 7
2.4 Using the system ....................................................................................... 10
Preparing the system .............................................................................. 10
Preparing an IP for exposure ...................................................................11
Imaging plate holders .............................................................................. 13
Taking an exposure ................................................................................. 14
Reading an imaging plate ....................................................................... 16
Removing IPs from the plate collector .................................................... 19
Standby mode ......................................................................................... 19
Retrieve last image ................................................................................. 20
Shutting down the unit ........................................................................... 21
IP erasing mode (Initial erasing of the IPs) ............................................. 21
Taking an occlusal projection image ....................................................... 22
Errors ...................................................................................................... 23
3. Setup options.................................................................................. 24
4. Handling and care of imaging plates .............................................. 25
4.1 General ...................................................................................................... 25
4.2 Handling .................................................................................................... 25
4.3 Cleaning .................................................................................................... 26
4.4 Storage ...................................................................................................... 27
4.5 Replacement ............................................................................................. 27
4.6 Disposal ..................................................................................................... 27
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5. Unit care and maintenance............................................................. 28
5.1 Cleaning the unit ........................................................................................ 28
5.2 Disinfecting unit ......................................................................................... 28
5.3 Maintenance .............................................................................................. 29
5.4 Repair ........................................................................................................ 31
5.5 Disposal ..................................................................................................... 31
6. Symbols that may appear on the unit and accessories .................. 32
7. Warnings and precautions .............................................................. 34
Appendix A. Technical Specifi cations ................................................A-1
A.1 Unit ...........................................................................................................A-1
A.2 Imaging Plates and hygiene bags ............................................................A-2
A.3 Main dimensions ......................................................................................A-3
Appendix B. Installation and setup .................................................... B-1
B.1. System installation ..................................................................................B-1
B.2. Connecting the unit to a PC / LAN ..........................................................B-2
B.3 Setup options ...........................................................................................B-8
B.4 Troubleshooting ......................................................................................B-18
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Introduction Imaging plate unit
1. The EXPRESS™
1.1 Introduction
This manual describes how to use the EXPRESS
digital imaging plate scanner (the unit) which is
part of the digital intraoral imaging plate system
(the system). The complete system comprises the
following:
- the EXPRESS digital imaging plate scanner (the
unit).
- INSTRUMENTARIUM DENTAL™ Imaging
Plates (IPs), protective covers, hygiene bags
and other related imaging plate accessories.
- A PC (not supplied) in which suitable dental
imaging software.
- A local area network (LAN) cable will be
required if the system is to be used in a network.
The unit is a laser scanning device designed to
automatically read reusable INSTRUMENTARIUM
DENTAL intraoral imaging plate sizes 0, 1, 2, and 3.
The Occlusal 4C kit also allows two size 3 imaging
plates to be used to take an occlusal projection
image. After reading, the images can be viewed on
the PC using the dental imaging software.
The unit can either be connection directly to the PC
or to network via the LAN cable.
The unit can be set up to work with a single PC, the
single user confi guration, or with several PCs, the
Express Share (multiple user) confi guration.
With the Express Share confi guration up to eight
PCs can be used, one at a time, with the unit.
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NOTES:
Only personnel trained and authorized by the
manufacturer of the unit are allowed to install and
confi gure the unit.
Only use the imaging plates, protective covers and
hygiene bags supplied by the manufacturer of the
unit.
Please read the section 7. Warnings and
precautions before using the unit.
1.2 System installation
Positioning the unit
Do not position the unit in direct sunlight or near
bright light. Sunlight or bright light must not be
allowed to shine directly on the unit door into which
the IPs are inserted.
Position the unit on a stable fl at surface so that
vibrations will not degrade the image quality.
The unit can also be attached to a wall, under or on
a shelf with the optional mounting kit.
The unit must not be positioned so that it it touching
other equipment. It must not be placed on top of or
under other equipment.
The unit can be positioned within the environment in
which the patient is examined and treated (patient
environment).
Positioning the PC
The PC connected to the unit should not be used in
the patient environment.
The minimum horizontal distance between the
patient and the PC is 1.5 m (4.5 ft).
The minimum vertical distance between the patient
and the PC is 2.5 m (6.5 ft).
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Other devices
DO NOT connect any other devices to the unit or
the PC connected to the unit that are:
- Not part of the supplied system
- Not supplied by the manufacturer of the unit
- Not recommended by the manufacturer of the
unit.
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2.1 Main parts and controls
Power on / off key and status light:
- green = on
- flashing = entering the standby mode
- yellow = in the standby mode
Display
Proximity sensor
Unit door and
plate carrier
Start key
Imaging plate collector
Rear of unit
Power supply connector for the
power supply unit (PSU).
CAUTION:
Only use the PSU supplied with the
unit or an approved spare PSU
supplied by an authorized distributor.
(Refer to
RJ-45 connector for Ethernet cable:
- direct connection to PC
- network (LAN) connection
Ethernet cable (not included)
(Refer to )technical specifications
technical specifications)
PC (not included) with digital imaging
software that conforms to the MDD
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2.2 Accessories
For additional information about the accessories
listed below contact your authorized dealer. Not all
accessories are available for all units.
Imaging plates (IPs). Equivalent to fi lm sizes 0, 1,
2 and 3.
IDOT version. An identifi cation code (IDOT) is
printed on the IP and will appear on the intraoral
image. The IDOT identifi cation mark allows the IP
used for an exposure to be easily identifi ed and
removed if it damaged.
Standard (STD) version. The standard version has
no identifi cation mark.
Protective covers. For IPs 0, 1, 2 and 3.
Hygiene bags. For IPs 0, 1, 2, 3 and occlusal 4C.
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Occlusal 4C bite protector
For holding two size 3 IPs that are used for taking
an occlusal projection image.
CAUTION:
For optimum performance only use IPs, protective
covers and hygiene bags supplied by the
manufacturer of the unit or the manufacturer’s
authorized distributors.
The manufacturer will not be held responsible for
problems caused by using accessories from other
manufacturers.
IP storage box
For storing IPs safely and conveniently
Microfi ber cloth
For cleaning IPs
IP holders
For bitewing, periapical and endodontic exposures
(optional, not included)
See section Imaging plate holders for more
information.
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2.3 Display symbols and what they mean
During use symbols and animations will appear on
the unit display. These:
- indicate the status of the unit
- help you to operate the unit correctly
- show user mistakes and corrective actions
- display error codes
- display a preview image
The main symbols are:
Startup
During startup the unit serial number, IP address
and other information will appear on the unit display.
Express Share wait
Express Share confi guration. The unit is not
reserved by any PC in the system.
Express Share reservation
Express Share confi guration. The unit has been
reserved by a PC (e.g. PC number 2).
Occlusal 4C mode
System in occlusal projection imaging mode.
Occlusal 4C mode
System in occlusal projection imaging mode, insert
second size 3 IP.
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Unit door
Protective cover and imaging plate
Yellow: remove protective cover
Imaging plate
Yellow: wrong way round, rotate
Protective cover
Remove / disconnect
Insert / connect
Busy
Unit in operation.
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Unit in erasing mode
Check
Something wrong or take alternative action.
Dental imaging software
Software not open, not ready or waiting for user
action.
Unit connection
Not connected or connection not working.
Rotate
Error state and error number
Check documentation supplied with the unit
Unit in service mode
(Service technicians only)
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2.4 Using the system
For optimum performance only use IPs, protective
covers and hygiene bags designed for this unit and
supplied by authorized distributors.
The manufacturer of this unit will not be held
responsible for any problems caused by using
accessories from other manufacturers.
Proper handling, cleaning and storage of the IPs
ensures the best image quality and maximum
service life of the IPs. Refer to section 4. Handling
and care of imaging plates.
Preparing the system
1. PC: Switch on the PC connected to the unit.
2. PC: Open the dental imaging software and a
new or existing patient card where you wish to
store the intraoral images.
NOTE:
If you are using the system for the fi rst time you
may wish to check and / or change the setup
options. See section B.3 Setup options.
3. Press the on/off key to switch the unit on.
The startup animation will appear on the display
and the unit will carry out self test during which
the IP carrier will slide out of the unit door.
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When the status light turns green and ready
animation, indicating IP insertion, appears on
the unit display, the unit is ready to use (in the
ready state).
NOTE:
If the ready animation does not appear, check
the system setup described in the installation
instructions.
Preparing an IP for exposure
IMPORTANT NOTE
If the IP is being used for the very fi rst time or if it
has not been used within the last 24 hours, it must
be erased before use to remove any fogging caused
by background radiation. See section, Erasing an
imaging plate.
CAUTION:
When handling IPs, protective covers and hygiene
bags take all appropriate measures and precautions
to prevent cross contamination.
NOTE:
If you are taking an occlusal projection exposure
refer to section 3.12 Taking an occlusal projection
image and to the separate instructions supplied with
the Occlusal 4C kit.
1. Place the IP you wish to use onto a protective
cover. The light blue side (sensitive) of the
IP must face and be placed on the half of the
protective cover that is the same shape as the
IP.
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2. Fold the half of the protective cover with the
semicircular cutout over onto the IP. The metal
disk on the back (black side) of the IP must
appear in the semicircular cut out.
3. Turn the protective cover and IP over so that the
black side of the protective cover is uppermost.
This makes it easier to slide the protective cover
and IP into the hygiene bag.
4. Slide the protective cover and IP into the
hygiene bag as far as they will go. Make sure
that the black side of the protective cover is on
the same side as the black side of the hygiene
bag.
5. Peel off the cover paper from the sealing tape
and then fold the fl ap, along the pre-formed line,
over and onto the sealing tape.
6. Press and slide your thumb along the tape to
ensure that the fl ap is properly sealed.
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7. Turn the sealed hygiene bag over and check
that the IP and protective cover are in the
correct position.
You must be able to see the light side of the
protective cover and the metal disk on the IP.
Imaging plate holders
It is recommended that imaging plate holders be
used to ensure accurate IP positing and consistently
good images quality.
Using imaging plate holders improves image quality
because:
- the IP is positioned correctly in relation to the
tooth
- there is no positioning guesswork
- the IP is not bent and thus distortion is
eliminated
- the IP cannot move in relation to the X-ray unit
- images are standardized and reproducible
- there is no overlapping nor cone cut off
- IP wear and tear is minimized.
- image quality can be maintained irrespective of
who takes the image
- time is saved and profi tability increased
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Problems caused by manually positioning the IP
include:
- incorrect vertical alignment
- distortion
- cone cut off
- poor projection standardization
- inferior image quality.
For more information on imaging plate holders and
systems contact you dealer.
Taking an exposure
1. Place the IP, in its sealed hygiene bag, into the
appropriate imaging plate holder and then insert
it into the patient’s mouth in the position for the
image you wish to take.
Note that the back of the sealed hygiene bag,
the black side, must face the X-ray source.
2. Select exposure values appropriate for the
exposure you are taking.
The system will produce excellent images even
if the exposure values differ considerably from
the optimum values. In most cases the same
exposure values can be used for virtually all
imaging purposes.
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