User
Manual
USB 2.0 Digital
Intraoral Camera
Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely
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Claris i310 TM
Document No. X00089 Rev. D
Table of Contents
Indications for Use............................................ 2
System Requirements ....................................... 2
Safety Instructions ...........................................3
Cautions.......................................................... 4
Important Safeguards .......................................5
Software Setup ................................................ 8
Controls and Functions .................................... 23
Basic Operation ............................................. 23
Features and Specifications .............................. 25
Warranty....................................................... 27
Contact Us..................................................... 28
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Indications for Use
System Requirements
Claris i310D intraoral camera system is indicated for use to provide the
dentist and the patient with a view of the mouth before and after the dental
procedure, which assists the dentist in describing the dental procedure being
performed as well as showing the results.
z Intel´ Pentium´ 4 1.5GHz or higher
z 256MB of RAM or higher
z XVGA (1024x768) or higher resolution video adapter and monitor
z CD-ROM or DVD drive
z Available USB 2.0 port
z Microsoft´ Windows´ 2000/XP or later
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Safety Instructions
WARNING:
Illustrated below is the label on the camera.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER. NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER MAINTENANCE TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
THIS SYMBOL ALERTS THE USER THAT
IMPORTANT LITERATURE CONCERNING THE
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THIS
UNIT HAS BEEN INCLUDED. THEREFORE, IT
SHOULD BE READ CAREFULLY IN ORDER TO
AVOID ANY PROBLEMS.
CAUTION
PERSONNEL.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS DEVICE TO
MOISTURE.
TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
CAUTION
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED
BY THE MANUFACTURER COULD VOID THE WARRANTY.
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Cautions
Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a Licensed Dental
practitioner.
Cautions on safety
Be careful not to damage the USB cable. Be sure to hold the plug when
disconnecting the cable.
Do not leave the USB cable plugged into an USB 2.0 port without connecting it
to the camera; fire or electronic shock may result.
Do not place a container with water or liquid, or any small metallic objects on
this unit. If water, liquid, or any metallic objects enters this unit, pull out the
USB cable immediately and contact your dealer.
When smoke, abnormal sound or smell occurs, disconnect the USB cable and
contact your dealer.
When the unit is not in use for a long time, pull out the USB cable.
Do not apply impacts to this unit.
Cautions on installation
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated place, a dusty place, an unstable
place, or where soot or steam occurs.
Do not use this unit at high temperatures (higher than 40 qC) and at low
temperatures (lower than 5 qC)
Do not use in surgical theaters in hospitals where safety requirements are
different from a standard dental clinic, which is the designated place for this
device to be used.
Any desktop or laptop that is used with the camera should meet medical
standard (EN60601 certified)
Cautions on cleaning
Pull out the USB cable before cleaning.
Do not wipe the surfaces using benzene, thinner, etc., as this may degrade the
cover.
Lightly wipe off dirt on the cover and the operation panel section with a soft
cloth (i.e. flannel, etc.). When the cover is very dirty, rub it with a cloth
moistened with diluted detergent, and finish with a dry cloth.
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Important Safeguards
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacturing
of our intraoral camera, we place significant effort to ensure safety in the design of
our equipment.
This section lists important information that will help assure your safe and proper use
of the equipment. Please read the instructions carefully before operating your camera
and keep it in a handy place for future reference.
Installation
1. Read and Follow Instructions – All of the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the intraoral camera is operated. Follow operating and use
instructions.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained
for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – Comply with all warnings on the camera and in the operating
instructions.
4. This camera should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the marketing label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply in your
home/office, consult your dealer or local power company.
5. Attachments – Do not use attachments unless recommended by the camera
manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
CAUTION
MAINTAIN ELECTRIC SAFETY. POWER LINE OPERATED
EQUIPMENT OR ACCESSORIES CONNECTED TO THIS UNIT
SHOULD BEAR THE UL LISTING MARK OR CSA
CERTIFICATION MARK ON THE ACCESSORY ITSELF AND
SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN MODIFIED SO AS TO DEFEAT THE
SAFETY FEATURES. THIS WILL HELP AVOID ANY POTENTIAL
HAZARD FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE. IF IN DOUBT,
CONTACT QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
6. Water and Moisture – Do not use this camera near water. In effect, do not use
near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tubes, or swimming pool, or in a
damp basement.
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7. Accessories – Do not place this camera on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The camera may fall causing injury to a child or adult and
serious damage to the device. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the camera. Any
mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and
should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
8. A device and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the device and cart combination
to overturn.
USE
9. Cleaning – Unplug this camera from the USB port before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
10. Objects and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the camera
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or may cause a
short circuit that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of
any kind on the camera.
11. Lightning – For added protection for this camera during a lightning storm- or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the
USB port. This will prevent damage to the camera due to lightning and powerline surges.
12. Do not point the LED to the patient’s eye which may cause eye damage.
SERVICE
16. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this camera yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer
all maintenance to a qualified technician.
17. Conditions Requiring Service – Unplug this camera from the USB port and refer
servicing to a qualified technician under the following conditions:
a. When the USB cable or USB port is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the camera.
c. If the camera has been exposed to rain or water.
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d. If the camera does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustments of any other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the camera to its normal operation.
e. If the camera has been dropped or the cover has been damaged.
f. When the camera exhibits a distinct change in performance.
18. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, have the service
technician verify that the replacements he or she uses have the same safety
characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified by the
camera manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.
19. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the equipment,
make sure to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to
determine that the camera is in safe operating condition.
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Software Setup
It is important to install the Claris i310D driver BEFORE plugging
your Claris i310D into your computer. Please refer to the following
procedures for detailed installation instructions.
1. Insert the driver CD into CD-ROM or DVD drive.
2. Claris i310D setup screen will appear.
3. Click “Read First” to read the important information before installing driver.
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4. After reading “Read First”, click “Install Driver”.
5. Click “Run” to continue.
6. Click “Run” to continue.
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7. Installation will start.
8. When “Software Installation” window appears, click “Continue Anyway”.
9. When “Question” window appears, plug your Claris i310D into your computer.
The “ Question” window will remain until the driver is fully installed. You will
be asked to continue and click “Yes” on step 16.
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10. Windows will recognize your Claris i310D automatically. Select “No, not this
time”, then click “Next”.
11. When Asked for the driver, select “Install the software automatically…”, then
click “Next”.
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12. Windows will search for the driver.
13. When “Hardware Installation” window appears, click “Continue Anyway”.
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14. Driver installation will start.
15. Click “Finish” to complete installing the driver.
16. Now click “Yes” on “Question” window from step 9 to continue.
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17. The following dialog box will appear, click on the dialog box to continue.
18. Click “Next”.
19. Click “Next”.
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20. Click “Next”.
21. Click “Next”.
22. Click “Next”.
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23. When “Software Installation” window appears, click “Continue Anyway”.
24. When “Hardware Installation” window appears, click “Continue Anyway”.
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25. When “Parallel Port Joystick” window appears, close it.
26. Click “Close” to continue.
27. Parallel Port Joystick and Gamepad configuration utility will appear. Click
“Add…” to set virtual port.
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28. Set parameters as following. Then click “Add”.
29. Select “No, not this time”, and click “Next”.
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30. When asked for the driver, select “Install the software automatically…”, and
then click “Next”.
31. When “Hardware Installation” window appears, click “Continue Anyway”.
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32. Click “Finish” to continue.
33. Select “No, not this time”, and click “Next”.
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34. When asked for the driver, select “Install the software automatically…”, and
then click “Next”.
35. Click “Finish” to complete.
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36. Click “Done” to close this window.
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37. “Restarting Windows” will appear. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer
now”, then click “OK” to restart the PC to activate the driver.
Controls and Functions
Capture Button
FOCUS Button
Basic Operation
Located on the handset, it captures the image when pressed upon.
Located on the handset, it slides up and down to focus in and out of the image.
1. Be sure the camera is properly installed into the high-speed USB 2.0 port
2. When using the camera in the intraoral mode (inside a patient’s mouth), you
must place a disposable sheath on the camera. When using the camera in
extraoral mode, it is not necessary to have a sheath on.
3. Place the camera in your hand, holding it like a pencil. Center the camera in
your hand so it is comfortable and balanced. Make sure you can put your index
finger on the Focus Mechanism / the Capture button.
4. Hold the camera over the desired object and you should have an image on your
screen. If you do not have an image, and you have light at the end of the camera,
refer to the “connections” section of this manual.
5. Adjust the Focus button as needed, for the desired shot. Push the Focus button
out away from your hand for extraoral (70mm – 400mm) and pull the button in
towards your hand for intraoral or closer focus (4mm – 70mm).
6. To turn the camera off, place the camera in the Cradle.
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How to use a disposable sheath
Camera Insertion
Protective Covering Removal
Paper Backing Removal
Camera Inserted in Sheath
1.
With the window side down towards the paper backing, slide the camera
beneath the white tab into the sheath opening. Push the camera to the end of the
sheath.
2.
Hold the camera at the cable end and pull the blue tab removing the protective
cover in the direction shown. Discard cover.
3.
Beginning at the top end of the camera, peel the paper backing in the direction
shown as disregard. After use, dispose of sheaths properly.
4.
The sheath must be removed after each patient use and the intraoral
camera must be cleaned and disinfected after each patient use and prior
to the replacement with a new sheath.
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CAUTION
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Features and Specifications
Camera Handpiece
Polycarbonate construction
Small handpiece (8.3 inches long, 0.85 inches wide; 0.24 oz)
Proprietary custom built high-performance color video camera
Sony DSP (Digital Signal Processing) Integrated Circuits that assures long-term
stability and reliability
1/4s Sony Super HAD Grade 6 CCF (highest grade Sony CCD)
Ergonomic, adjustable one-finger Focus Mechanism
One-click Capture button
Operating Voltage: 5V, powered by the USB port
LED
High Power Chip Type White LEDs
24000 mcd from 8 bright LEDs with luminous intensity of 3000mcd each
Low Current Consuming LEDs with 20mA each
Optics
High performance direct optical system
768x494 Pixels (NTSC visible)
60 degree full field of view
Range from 1/2 molar to full face (4mm to infinity)
New ED Lens Technology (Extended Depth) gives longest depth of field
available, which reduces user focusing
No color smear like grin lens optical design
No dark corners during the entire operational region
No blue light effect common in LED cameras
Disposable Sheaths
Initial quantity of 50 sheaths provided
Additional orders must be placed with Sota Precision Optics
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USB 2.0
Hi-speed USB 2.0 interface
Data transfer rate up to 480Mbits/second
30 frames per second at resolutions of up to 720x480
Streaming video with zero compression
Capture Rate: 30fps at VGA(640x480)
Frame Size: QCIF(160x120) to VGA(640x480)
Software Interface: Video for Windows, TWAIN interface, WDM driver
Data Format: YUV 4-2-2, YUV 4-2-0, RGB
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Warranty
Warranty Overview
This SOTA equipment is warranted to be free from defects in material and
workmanship from the date of installation for a period of 24 months. Please contact
SOTA representative for extended warranty program.
In the event the product is returned by the dealer or the end-user and the warranty has
expired, SOTA reserves the right to collect a reasonable fee from the end user for
services mutually agreed upon.
Any item returned to the factory in Orange, California, through SOTA’s Authorized
Dealer, will be repaired or replaced at our option at no charge provided that our
inspection indicates it to have been defective. Dealer labor, shipping and handling
charges are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty does not apply to damage due to shipping, misuse, or careless handling.
Warranty is void if installed, repaired, or serviced by anyone other than an authorized
SOTA Dealer service personnel. SOTA is not liable for indirect or consequential
damage or loss of any nature in connection with this equipment.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied. No
representative or person is authorized to assume for us any liability in connection
with the sale of our equipment.
Service Policy Guidelines
In the event that you have difficulty that requires factory service, please follow these
instructions:
Call (714) 532-6100 and request a return authorization (RA) number. Be sure to
have the serial number, the nature of the problem, and a major credit card
readily available to give our customer service representative. Please mark the
number on the outside of the shipping box and packing slip. Items shipped
without the RA written on the outside package will be returned to the customer
at their cost. All non-warranty repairs will need a credit card, or some form of
payment prior to the repair work being authorized.
If your repair is deemed under warranty, SOTA agrees to repair or replace the
item within 14 days from the time it was received and will then be shipped to the
person or persons whose name appears on the shipping label.
Returns are not accepted without prior written approval by SOTA. Defective
products will be repaired or replaced per SOTA’s warranty program. Sterile
sheaths are considered perishable items and are not returnable under any
circumstances unless defective. SOTA cannot be responsible for any missing
items unless contacted within 72 hours of shipment received by the customer.
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Contact Us
We at SOTA are interested in your comments about our products. While we enjoy
the good, it is more important that we are made aware of any problems you may have
encountered with the sales, installation, training or technical support. We appreciate
any suggestions or comments that will help us make Claris i310 a better tool. You
can contact us at Phone: (888) 266-SOTA or at sales@sotaoptics.com
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1073 North Batavia Street, Orange, CA 92867 U.S.A.
Sota Precision Optics, Inc.
Tel: 888-266-SOTA
Fax: 714-532-6107
Website: www.sotaoptics.com
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