Astra D8000V User manual

Operator’s Manual
DVM
Camera System (USB)
Part Number D8000V

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FOREWORD
   Page
GeneralSafety3
Congratulations4
ImportantInformation5
KeyPartsIdentification6
ComponentDescription7
UnpackingandInspection7
Pre-InstallationInformation                                8
HandpieceFunctions9
SystemSetup10
CameraPortability12
Pre-Operation13
SystemOperation14
SystemCheck15
Maintenance16
Specifications17
PhysicalCharacteristics17
Accessories18
VISIXImagingSoftware18
Warranty 19
On-LineWarrantyRegistration                              19
ALLPROImaginghaspreparedthisdocumentasaguidetotheproperuseofthe
Astra DVM Camera System Review and follow the guidelines included in this
Operator’sManualtoensurethatyourAstraSystemgivesyouthehighestlevel
ofserviceIfanydifficultiesareencounteredwiththisproduct,pleasecontact
yourauthorizeddealer

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GENERAL SAFETY
Thisequipmenthas beendesignedto minimizeexposureof personnelto
hazardsWhiletheAstraSystemisdesignedforsafeoperation,certainprecautions
mustbeobservedUseoftheAstraSystemnotinconformancewiththeinstructions
specifiedinthismanualmayresultinpermanentfailureoftheunit
KNOWLEDGE OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Users must exercise every precaution to ensure personnel safety, and be
familiar with the warnings and cautions presented throughout this manual
andsummarizedbelow
Warnings.
 Topreventfireorelectricalshock,donotexposethisequipmenttorainor
moisture
 Do not spray cleaning liquids or disinfectants directly on the camera
handpieceortheHandpieceCableUsecarenottoallowliquidstorun
intointernalcircuitry
 Do not wipe the surfaces using benzine, thinner, etc as this may
degradethefinish
Cautions.
 There are no user-serviceable parts inside Servicing should be
performedbyqualifieddealerservicerepresentativesonly
 ConnectinganydevicetotheAstraSystemthatdoesnotmeettheequivalent
safetyrequirements of the systemmay reducethesafetyeffectiveness of the
AstraSystem
 Unplugthesystemcomponentsfrompowerbeforeperformingcleaning
procedures
Contraindications.
 Noneknown
Do Not Attempt Internal Service.
Theinteriorofthecameraisonlyaccessiblebyremovinghardwarewithtools
andshouldonlybeopenedandservicedbyanauthorizedservicetechnician
Contact your local ALLPRO Imaging authorized dealer for service Failure to
heedthisdirectivemayresultinequipmentdamageandvoidingthewarranty
Use of Accessory Equipment.
Allperipheralequipment(computers,monitors,printers,etc)connectedtothis
equipmentmustcomplywithIEC60601-1andtheresultingsystemmustcomply
withIEC60601-1and/orIEC60601-1-1harmonizednationalstandardswhen
set-upwithintheimmediatepatientvicinity(iewithin6feet)
AccessoryequipmentoutsidethepatientvicinitymustcomplywithIEC60601-1
orIEC60950-1asallowedbyIEC60601-1-1
Use of ACCESSORIES or cables other than those specified or provided by
ALLPROImagingmayresultinincreasedEMISSIONSordecreasedIMMUNITY
oftheequipment

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CONGRATULATIONS
CongratulationsonyourpurchaseoftheAstraDVMCameraSystem,thelatest
camerainthevideoimagingproductlinefromALLPROImaging,aleading
manufacturer of imaging systems for the medical, veterinary and security
markets
TheAstraCameraSystemdesignofferstheflexiblebenefitsofUSBPlug-N-Play
technologythatiseasilyintegratedintoanypracticeTheverylightweightone-piece
Astra Camera Handpiece is an extremely maneuverable instrument, which
producescrisp,clearimagesTheAstraDVMCameraSystem(USB)ishereafter
referredtoastheAstraSysteminthismanual
ReviewandfollowtheguidelinesincludedinthisOperator’sManualtoensure
thatyourAstraSystemgivesyouthehighestlevelofservice
For product support and information on how to expand your Astra System,
contactyourauthorizedALLPROImagingdealer
GENERAL SAFETY
Markings.
Thefollowingtermsorsymbolsareusedontheequipmentorinthismanualto
denoteinformationofspecialimportance:
Alerts users to important Operating and Maintenance
instructions. Read included documents.
Indicates type BF equipment in accordance
with UL/IEC 60601-1
Alerts users that the camera cover must be
used for only one patient and disposed of
properly in accordance with local code.
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Medical Electrical Equipment
with respect to electrical shock, re,
mechanical and other specied hazards
only in accordance with
UL-60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No.601.1
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EC REP Authorized Representative for
Medical Device Directive
Indicates date of manu-
facture
Identifies the name of
the manufacturer.
Indicates that the Astra complies with the
Medical Device Directive 93/42/EEC.

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General Notes.
 AllinstructionsinthismanualformanintegralpartoftheunitTheymust
be kept close to the unit and in readiness whenever required Precise
observanceoftheseinstructionsisapre-conditionforuseoftheunitfor
theintendedpurposeandforitscorrectoperationThismanualshould
bepassedontoanyfuturepurchaseroroperator
 Safetyoftheoperatoraswellastrouble-freeoperationoftheunitareonly
ensuredifuseismadeoforiginalequipmentpartsMoreover,usemay
onlybemadeofthoseaccessoriesthatarespecifiedinthetechnical
documentationorthathavebeenexpresslyapprovedandreleasedbythe
manufacturerfortheintendedpurposeThemanufacturercannotwarranty
forthesafetyorproperfunctioningofthisunitinthecasewherepartsor
accessoriesareusedthatarenotsuppliedbythemanufacturer
 Thereisnoguaranteeagainstdamagearisingwherepartsoraccessories
areusedthatarenotsuppliedbythemanufacturer
 Observetheusageandstorageconditions
 TheAstraSystemmayonlybeoperatedusingauthorizedsoftware
 Themanufacturerregardthemselvesasbeingresponsiblefortheequipment
withregardtosafety,reliabilityandproperfunctioningonlyifassembly,
resetting,changesormodificationsandrepairshavebeencarriedoutby
anauthorizeddealerandiftheequipmentisusedinconformitywiththe
instructionscontainedinthismanual
 Thedeviceconformstotherelevantsafetystandardsvalidatthistime
 Anyreprintingofthetechnicaldocumentation,inwholeorinpart,issubject
topriorwrittenapprovalbythemanufacturer
Incorrect Usage
 Anyusethatisnotdescribedinthismanualascorrectusageisconsidered
asincorrectusageThemanufacturerisnottobeheldliableforanydamage
causedasaresultofincorrectusageTheoperatorbearsallrisks
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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KEY PARTS IDENTIFICATION
TheAstraSystemconsistsofaCameraHandpiece,aCameraHandpieceCable
and associated accessories The handpiece and cable, accessories may be
purchasedtogetherunderpartnumberD8000VSomeoftheitemsmaybe
purchasedindividuallybythepartnumberslistedonpage18
AstraSystem,PartNumberD8000V,includes:
Item Qty
CameraHandpiece 1
DisposableCameraCoversSamplePackfor
CameraHandpiece 50
HandpieceCable,10feet 1
HandpieceHolderwithChair-sideAdapter 1
CD,partnumberD8133,containing-
PDFversionofOperator’sManual
USBDeviceDrivers
DemonstrationProgramandUtilities
AdobeAcrobatReader
1
QuickStartInstructions
1
Operator’sManual
USBDeviceDrivers
DemonstrationProgramandUtilities
AdobeAcrobatReader
Rev.A
DiskP/N D8115
Intraoral Video Camera System
ASTR A
Quick Start
Instructions
Part Numbers: D8000
On-line Registration.
Quickly and easily register your new Astra System on-
line. Just have the product model and serial numbers available. Then go to the
Air Techniques web site, www.airtechniques.com, click the Warranty Registration
link and complete the registration form. This on-line registration ensures a record
for the warranty period and helps us keep you informed of product updates and
other valuable information.
Intraoral
Video Camera System
Thank You and Congratulations
on your purchase of the Astra Intraoral
Video Camera System, the latest product from Air Techniques, a leading
manufacturer of dental, medical and veterinary equipment since 1962. The
Astra is hereafter referred to as the Astra System in this document.
This document provides brief information to help you get started using your Astra
System for the first time.
Important: Refer to the Operator's Manual PDF file included on the Drivers
and Utilities Disk for detailed information. Review and follow
the guidelines included in the Operator's Manual to ensure
your Astra System gives the highest level of service.
Astra System Key Parts Identification
Handpiece Holder
with Chair-side
Adapter
Camera
Handpiece
USB/Handpiece
Cable, 10 feet
Camera
Handpiece
Disposable
Camera Covers
Sample Pack
Operator’sManual
USBDeviceDrivers
DemonstrationProgramandUtilities
AdobeAcrobatReader
Rev.A
DiskP/N D8115
Intraoral Video Camera System
A
STR
A
QuickStart
Instructions
PartNumbers:D7000
On-lineRegistration.
QuicklyandeasilyregisteryournewPolarisSystemon-
line.Justhavetheproductmodelandserialnumbersavailable.Thengotoeither
theAirTechniqueswebsite,www.airtechniques.com,ortheALLPROImagingweb
site,www.allproimaging.com,clicktheWarrantyRegistrationlinkandcomplete
theregistrationform.Thison-lineregistrationensuresarecordfor the warranty
periodandhelpsuskeepyouinformedofproductupdates and other valuable
information.
USBOnlyIntraoral
VideoCameraSystem
ThankYouandCongratulations
onyourpurchaseofthePolarisUSBOnly
IntraoralDigitalVideoCameraSystem,,thelatestproductfromAirTechniquesfor
aidinginthedetectionofcaries.ThePolarisishereafterreferredto as the Polaris
Systeminthismanual.
ThisdocumentprovidesbriefinformationtohelpyougetstartedusingyourPolaris
Systemforthefirsttime.
Important:RefertotheOperator'sManualPDFfileincludedontheDrivers
andUtilitiesDiskfordetailedinformation.Reviewandfollow
theguidelinesincludedintheOperator'sManualto ensure
yourPolarisSystemgivesthehighestlevelofservice.
www.airtechniques.com1-800-AIR-TECH(1-800-247-8324)www.allproimaging.com
USBPolarisSystemKeyPartsIdentification
HandpieceHolder
withChairside
Adapter
P/ND7172
PolarisHandpiece
P/ND7100
Polaris
Handpiece
Cable,10feet
P/ND7065
Polaris
Handpiece
Disposable
CameraCovers
SamplePack
Drivers and
Manual CD Quick Start
Instructions
USB
Connector Quick
Disconnect
Connector
1295 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, NY 11747-3062
Website: www.airtechniques.com
East Coast: 1-800-AIR-TECH (1-800-247-8324)
West Coast: 1-800-822- 2899
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ThecomponentsoftheAstraSystemaredescribedbelow
Camera Handpiece - TheCameraHandpieceisextremelylightweightwith
ahighresolution,highsensitivity,auto-exposurecontrolledCCDsensoranda
highperformancelenssystemilluminatedbyultra-brightwhiteLEDlampsThe
fixedfocuslenshasabroaddepthoffieldenablingthecameratofinelydetail
asectionofasingletoothtoatourofthemouthTheCameraHandpiecehas
2 keypad buttons that provide fingertip operating control of the system  The
specificfunctionsperformedbythekeypadbuttonsdependontheuser-supplied
compatiblestreamingvideocapturesoftwareapplicationused
Camera Covers Sample Pack -Providesasamplequantityof50disposable
cameracoversusedasaneffectivebarrierpreventinganyinfectionhazardtothe
patient
Handpiece Cable -A 10foot cablethatis usedto connecttheAstra
handpiecetotheuser’scomputerOneendofthecablehasakeyed,5-pin
quickdisconnectconnectorforconnectiontotheAstrahandpieceandthe
otherendhasaTypeAUSBconnectorforconnectiontoahighspeed,high
power(500mA)USB20portontheuser’scomputerThiscablecarriesall
power,videoandkeypadbuttoncontrolsignalsforthehandpiece
Handpiece Holder -TheHandpieceHoldercanbefastenedinaconvenient
location for safe storage of the handpiece when it is not in use In addition to
storage,thehandpieceholderalsohasbuilt-inmagnetsthatturnofftheAstra
HandpiecepowerThisfeatureconservesenergyandequipmentwear,allowing
thesystemtobereadyandoperationalwhenneeded
Compact Disk -Acompactdisk(CD)includedwiththeAstraSystemthat
includes:
1 USBDeviceDrivers,DemonstrationProgramandUtilities
2 PDFversionofOperator’sManual
3 AdobeAcrobatReader
UnpackeachcomponentoftheAstraSystemandinspectforphysicaldamage
suchasscratches,damagedconnectors,etcIfanydamageisnoted,immediately
notify your ALLPRO Imaging authorized dealer immediately so corrective action
canbetaken
Makesuretosaveallpackagingmaterialincaserepackagingandshipmentis
necessary
VerifythatalllisteditemswerereceivedIfanyitemismissing,notifyyourALLPRO
Imagingauthorizeddealer
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

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PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION
IMPORTANT: When operating the Astra System connected to the high power (500 mA) USB 2.0
port on a Computer System, the computer must also be loaded with ALLPRO Imaging
authorized Twain or DirectX 9 compliant streaming video software application such
as VISIX. Contact your dealer for available Computer Systems and software options.
NOTE: VISIX Imaging Software is fully compatible with Astra Systems.
Minimum Computer System Requirements - TheComputerSystem(laptop
orcomputer,monitor,etc)andanyrelatedperipheralorotherequipment,suppliedby
theuser,orathirdparty,mustcomplywiththerequirementsforaccessoryEquipment
asspecifiedintheappropriateIEC60601-1and/orIEC60601-1-1harmonized
national standard Unless otherwise stated, the components of the computer
systemmustcomplywiththeminimumrequirementslistedbelow
CPUSpeed: Pentium-4,2GHzorhigher
OperatingSystem: WindowsXPProfessionalwithServicePack3orlaterfor
anIntel32-bitprocessor;
 MicrosoftWindowsXPProfessional64-bitEditionwith
ServicePack2orlaterforanIntel64-bitextended(x64)
processor;
 Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Enterprise, or
UltimatewithServicePack1orlaterforanIntel32-bit
oranIntel64-bitextended(x64)processor;
 Microsoft Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, or
UltimateforanIntel32-bitoranIntel64-bitextended
(x64)processor
SystemRAM: 256MB
OpticalDrive: CD-ROMCapable
Monitor: 800x600resolutionorhigher
VideoDisplayAdapter:16MBvideocardwith800x600pixelresolutionand
32-bitcolor
USBPort: USB20High-Speed,High-PowerPort
System Properties
System Properties.
If unsure of the operating system version
installed,checkthatitmeetsthenecessary
requirements by checking the System
Propertieswindow
This is done simply by right clicking the
My Computer icon Selecting Properties
from the menu list displays the System
PropertieswindowasshownTheinstalled
operatingsystem versionislistedunderthe
General Tab.
The System Properties window can
alsobedisplayedfromtheDesktopStart
button Just press the Start button and
select SettingsControl Panel and
thenSystem

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Keypad Buttons - Each keypad button provides the Astra Camera
HandpiecefingertipcontroloverthePCstreamingvideocapturesoftware
viatheHandpieceCableThespecificfunctionsperformedbythekeypad
buttonsdependonasoftwareinstallationthatsupportsthe2-buttonhandpiece
Typicalkeypadactionsprovidedbelow
NOTE: Simultaneously depressing both keypad buttons for approximately 3 seconds
deactivates the Camera Handpiece LED light source. This is commonly used
when imaging an X-ray on a light box.
(1) TopKeypadButton PressandreleasetosendaButton 1command
to the PC While the specific function
performed depends on the setting of the
videocapturesoftwareapplicationinstalled
on the PC, this command typically freezes
and unfreezes the image that is displayed
onthecomputermonitor
(2) BottomKeypadButton PressandreleasetosendaButton 2command
tothePCWhilethespecificactiondepends
on the video capture software installed, it
typically saves the image displayed on the
computermonitortothecomputerharddisk
(3) HandpieceConnector A 5-pin connector socket that accepts
connection of the keyed 5-pin quick
disconnect plug end of the Handpiece
Cable
HANDPIECE FUNCTIONS
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2
3
Astra Camera Handpiece

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InstallingtheAstraSystemisassimpleasmakingthenecessaryconnections
of the Handpiece Cable between a PC loaded with an ALLPRO Imaging
Authorized TWAIN or DirectX 9 compliant user-supplied streaming video
softwareapplicationsuchasVISIXandtheCameraHandpiecePerformthe
followingprocedurestosetuptheAstraSystem
SYSTEM SETUP
CameraHandpieceConnection
Notes: Authorized Imaging Software, such as VISIX, supplied by the dealer or other company, must be
installed on the computer in order to operate the Astra System.
A Microsoft® Driver Not Signed statement may appear. If it does, click Continue to
proceed with installation.
USB Device Driver Installation - Before connecting the Astra System to
yourcomputerorattemptingtouseitforthefirsttime,runtheSetupprogram
ontheAstraSystemDriversandUtilitiesDiskincludedwiththeAstraSystemThe
suppliedCDprovidesthedevicedriversneededtocommunicatebetweenthe
Astra System and the associated user-supplied USB streaming video software
applicationinstalledonthePCcomputersystemThismustbecompletedbefore
theAstraSystemwilloperateproperlyNormally,thisprogramrunsautomatically
whentheCDisinsertedintothedriveforthefirsttimeIfnot,runthesetupprogram
locatedintherootdirectoryoftheCD(typicallyD:\Astra.exe)
InstalltheStandardDeviceDriversbyselectingStandard(defaultoption)from
the Setup program menu  If full device functionality is not present after the
StandardDeviceDriversareinstalled,theLegacyDeviceDriversmayneedto
beinstalledMoreinformationcanbefoundintheInstallationInstructionsand
NotesfileontheAstraSystemDriversandUtilitiesDiskincludedwiththesystem
Camera Handpiece Connection - Carefully connect the Astra Camera
HandpiecetothesuppliedHandpieceCableasfollows:
1 UsingthegraymoldedconnectorendoftheHandpieceCable,alignthe
connectorkeywiththekeywayoftheHandpiececonnector
2 InsertstraightintoHandpiececonnectoruntilitsecurelysnapsintoplace
Connector
Key
Camera
Handpiece
Astra
Handpiece
Cable

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SYSTEM SETUP
USB Interface Connection -ConnecttheUSBTypeAconnectorsideofthe
HandpieceCabletoanyavailableUSB20HighSpeed,highpowerporton
theusersuppliedComputerSystemAlwaysmakesuretousethesameUSB
portwheneverre-connectionoftheUSBcableisnecessary
USB Interface Connection
USB Type A
Connector
Important: Use a High Power (500 mA) USB 2.0 Port Only
Handpiece
Cable
Computer
USB 2.0
Port
Handpiece Holder with Chair-side Adapter - InstallingtheChair-side
Adapter is as easy as deciding on a location for maximum convenience
andsecuringittoanemptycustomer-suppliedstandardHandpieceHolder
RefertotheillustrationbelowandinstalltheChair-sideAdapterasfollows:
1 Insert Handpiece Holder Adapter
(1)intothewideendofGrip(2)
2 Press Grip (2) into the top of the
chosenHandpieceHolder
3 InsertExpander(3)intothebot-
tomofGrip(2)
4 InsertandpushtheJointConnector
Hex Bolt (4) into Expander (3)
engagingthethread ofHandpiece
Holder Adapter (1) by turning the
JointConnectorHexBolt(4)clock-
wise
5 UsingthesuppliedShortArmAllen
Wrench(5),tightenJointConnector
Hex Bolt (4) until the Chair-side
AdapterissecureintheHandpiece
Holder HandpieceHolderChair-sideAdapter
Assembly
5
1
3
4
Customer-Supplied
Handpiece Holder and
Hanger Bar
2
1Handpiece Holder Adapter
2Grip
3Expander
4Joint Connector Hex Bolt
55/32 Short Arm Allen
Wrench

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WhetherdetachingjusttheCameraHandpiecefromtheHandpieceCableand
usingwithadditionalHandpieceCablesinstalledonothercomputersorbringing
thecompletesystem (handpieceandcable), theAstraSystem iseasily shared
amongpatientoperatories
Refertothecorrespondingillustrationsandperformthefollowingwhentransporting
onlytheCameraHandpiece
1 Retract collar of quick disconnect connector and simultaneously pull
straightfromtheHandpiececonnector
2 Releaseconnectorquickdisconnectcollar
3 Store the Handpiece Cable by placing cable slide holder into the
HandpieceHolder
4 TransportHandpiecetonextoperatory
5 ConnectHandpieceatnewlocationbyaligningtheconnectorkeywiththe
keywayofthematingHandpieceCableconnector
6 InsertstraightintoHandpiececonnectoruntilitsecurelysnapsintoplace
When transporting the complete Astra System (handpiece and cable) among
patientoperatories,simplydisconnecttheUSBconnectorendoftheHandpiece
Cable,transportthesystemandreconnecttothenewcomputerMakesurethat
thecomputerinthenewoperatoryisusingcompliantsoftware
CAMERA PORTABILITY
Do not twist or turn the Handpiece Cable connector. The connector is keyed and mates straight
on with Camera Handpiece connector.
Astra Handpiece Storage
Detaching Astra Handpiece
Quick Disconnect
Connector End
Handpiece Cable
Handpiece Holder
Connecting Astra Handpiece
Astra
Handpiece
Quick Disconnect
Collar
Handpiece
CAUTION: Always handle the Astra Hand-
piece carefully.
Do not drop and make sure to
protect the optical window from
scratches.
Astra
Handpiece
Quick Disconnect
Collar

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1 RemovetheCameraHandpiecefromtheholder
2 Insert the Camera Handpiece tip between the second and third layers
(betweentheouterpaperandplasticlayers)withthecamera/lightfacing
towardsthepaperlayerSeeA
3 PushtheCameraHandpiececompletelyinuntilthetipisfullyinsertedinto
thenarrowtipofthesheathSeeB
4 Gently squeeze the illuminated tip of the Camera Handpiece between
thethumbandindexfingertoensurethattheopticallyclearareaofthe
cameracoverisflatagainstthelenstipSeeC
5 Peelawayanddiscardthetopplasticlayerandthebottompaperlayer
SeeD
NOTE: For optimum image clarity, the optically clear section of the camera cover must be aligned with the camera
lens by facing the camera/light source section of the handpiece down toward the paper layer.
Disposable Camera Cover Installation - InstallanewCameraCover
ontheCameraHandpieceforeachpatientasfollows:
PRE-OPERATION
The Astra System should be used with a Camera Cover covering the handpiece.
Make sure to use a new disposable Camera Cover for each patient.
Camera Cover Installation
2The Camera Cover must be used for only one patient and disposed
of properly in accordance with local code.
SQUEEZE
Astra
CAMERA
HANDPIECE
LENS
CAMERA
COVER
PLASTIC
LAYER 2
PLASTIC
LAYER 1
BA
PAPER
LAYER 4
PAPER
LAYER 3
D
C

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TheAstraSystemisoperatedconnecteddirectlytoacomputersystemrunning
various PC USB streaming video capture software applications such as VISIX 
Thecameraprovidestheimage/videosourcewhilethecomputerandassociated
softwareareusedtodisplayandsavetheresultantimagesPerformthefollowing
procedurestooperatetheAstraSystemwhencorrectlyconnectedtoacomputer
1 RemovetheCameraHandpiecefromthehandpieceholderandobserve
that the computer display shows the high-resolution live video images
takenbythecamera
2 Placethecameralenswindowoverareaofinterestandviewimageon
computerdisplaymonitor
3 Press and release the top keypad button on the Camera Handpiece to
freeze(iecapture)thedisplayedimageonthecomputermonitorscreen
Pressandreleasethetopkeypadbuttonagaintounfreezethedisplayed
image
4 PressandreleasethebottomkeypadbuttonontheCameraHandpieceto
savethecapturedimagetothecomputerharddriveandthentoreturnto
aliveimagedisplay
5 Repeatsteps2through5asnecessary
6 When imaging an X-ray film on a light box, deactivate the LED light
sourcebydepressingbothCameraHandpiecebuttonssimultaneously
for approximately 3 seconds Performsteps 2through 5tofreeze and
savetheX-rayfilmimageasdesired
 DepressbothCameraHandpiecebuttonssimultaneouslyforapproximately
3secondstoturnONtheLEDlightsourceasdesired
7 ReturntheCameraHandpiecetotheholderwhendoneVerifythattheLED
lightsourceandcameraturnsOFF
Verify that the video capture software is running and correctly configured.
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USB Video Diagnostic - IflivevideoisnotdisplayedonthePCmonitorof
theAstraSystemwhentheimagingsoftwareapplicationisrunning,therecould
beaproblemwiththesettingsinthesoftwareapplicationorwiththehandpiece
PerformthefollowingUSBVideoDiagnostic proceduretocheckthattheAstra
handpiece is working correctly, the Handpiece Cable is correctly connected
betweentheAstraSystemandthecomputerandtheAstraSystemUSBdriverfiles
areinstalledcorrectlyonthePC
1 GototheStartbuttonandselectPrograms
2 Select the Astra program option and click on Camera Demonstration
Programand observethattheCameraDemonstrationProgramscreenopens
3 Dependingontheoutcomeofthediagnostic,performoneofthefollowing:
a Ifaliveimageiscorrectlydisplayed,exitfromtheapplicationandmake
surethattheimagingsoftwareapplicationisconfiguredcorrectly
b Ifaliveimageisnotdisplayed,exitfromtheapplicationandcheckthe
handpiece,HandpieceCableandUSBdriverfileinstallation
4 Resetthedriver'svideosettingsbyperformingthefollowing:
a On the Astra Demonstration Program screen, click the Properties
buttonlocatedonthelowerleftoftheliveimagescreen
b OnthePropertiesscreenselecttheVIDEO PROC AMP tabandthen
clicktheDEFAULTbuttonTheimagecolorsshouldnowbecorrect
ClickOKtoclosethePropertiesscreenandexitfromapplication
SYSTEM CHECK
Properties
Screen
Video
Proc Amp
Screen
Intraoral Camera Demonstration Program - Astra Intraoral Video Camera
Properties
Properties
Live
Image
Screen
TabOpensVideo
ProcAmpScreen
DefaultButton:Selects
DefaultSettingsasShown
Properties
Button:Opens
Properties Screen
OKButton:Closes
PropertiesScreen

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INSPECTION AND CLEANING
Perform the following inspection and cleaning procedures periodically as a
preventivemaintenancemeasuretokeeptheAstraSysteminoptimalcondition
resultingintrouble-freeoperationproducingcrisp,clearimages
CAUTION: Unplug the Astra System components before performing cleaning.
Cleaning - Clean each component of the Astra System as necessary by
performingthefollowingprocedures
1 Camera Handpiece - Following every patient use, remove the Camera
CoverfromtheCameraHandpieceanddisposeinaccordancewithlocal
regulationsTheCameraHandpiececanbewipedcleananddisinfected
withanynon-corrosivesurfacedisinfectantsuchasBirex®se
2 Camera Window Lens - Remove debris or spots from lens window by
cleaningwithalcoholandcottonswabs
Inspection - Routinely inspect each component of the Astra System for
possibledefectsasfollows:
1 CameraHandpiece-
a Checkoverallhandpieceforchips,cracksorotherirregularities
b Checkthelenswindowfordebrisorspots
c Checktheconnectorsocketfordamage
2 CablesandConnectors-
a Checkcablesfordamagedordeterioratedinsulationkinkingor
twisting
b Checkconnectorsforloose,bentormissingpins
c Checkthatthequick-disconnectplugendsnapsclosetosnugly
securetheCameraHandpiececonnector
Do not spray cleaning liquids or disinfectants directly on the camera handpiece. Use
care not to allow liquids to run into internal circuitry.
Do not wipe the surfaces using benzine, thinner, etc. as this may degrade the finish.
Do not autoclave the Camera Handpiece.
Do not attempt any internal service of Astra System components. Contact your local authorized
ALLPRO Imaging dealer for service. Failure to heed this warning may result in equipment dam-
age and voiding the warranty.
2The Camera Cover must be used for only one patient and disposed
of properly in accordance with local code.
MAINTENANCE

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SPECIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS
Dimensions Length Width Height Weight
 AstraHandpiece: 86inches 083inches 115inches 27oz
 D8060 (2184cm) (211cm) (292cm) (7620g)
 HandpieceCable 10feet
 D4020: (305m)
InputPower: USBpowereddeviceusinglessthan
500mANoexternalpowersupplyis
requiredNomainsconnection
VideoOutputs: HighSpeedUSB20Video
Sensor: ¼InchCCD
Format: PAL
Pixels: 720HX576V
ExposureControl: Automatic
Illumination: Ultra-brightwhiteLEDlamps
Image: Normal,notmirrored
OperatingTemperature: 10to40ºC(50to104ºF)
StorageTemperature: 0to70ºC(32to158ºF)
Humidity: 10to90%non-condensing
Classifications: Portable,ContinuousOperation,TypeBF
AppliedPartNomainsconnection
ProtectionforIngress
ofWater: Ordinary(perIEC60529)
FlammableAtmosphere: Cannotuseinthevicinityofflammable
anestheticmixturesofair,oxygenor
nitrousoxide
DeviceClass: USA-21CFR/ClassI
 Canada-MDR/Classl,
 EU-93/42/EEC/ClassI

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Thefollowingliststheorderingnumberanddescriptionforaccessorycomponents
available to maintain and expand the Astra System to meet your professional
needsContactyourALLPROImagingdealerforinformation
Order
Number Description
D8000 CompleteAstraSystemconsistingofthefollowing:
D8060 AstraCameraHandpieceAssembly
D4020 HandpieceCable
D4170 HandpieceHolderwithChair-sideAdapter
ReplacementDisposableCameraCoversforCameraHandpiece
D4125 Boxof100
D4120 Boxof500
74500 VISIXImagingSoftware,5Licenses
ACCESSORIES
VISIX IMAGING SOFTWARE
Consider VISIX, our new comprehensive digital imaging software application,
providing seamless integration with our digital imaging suite; the Accent CCD
IntraoralSensor,ScanXPSPSystemsandAstraIntraoralCameras
Key Features.
Easytolearn
Simpletouse
Acquire,mount,viewandstoreimageswithjustafewmouseclicks
CustomizeimagestopersonalpreferenceswithoursimpleSet-Up1-2-3tool
Viewing-Providesautomaticimagemountingthatcanbeeasilycustomized
Flexibility-VISIXincludesabuilt-inbridgingsolutiontoover35Practice
ManagementSoftwaretitles
VISIX is the superb software complement for Astra  Contact your authorized
dealerforfurtherinformation

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WARRANTY
ThisALLPROImagingequipmentiswarrantedtobefreefromdefectsinmaterial
andworkmanshipfromthedateofinstallationforaperiodof1year
Any item returned to our factory through your authorized ALLPRO Imaging
dealer,willberepairedorreplacedatouroptionatnochargeprovidedthatour
inspectionshallindicateittohavebeendefectiveDealerlabor,shippingandhan-
dlingchargesarenotcoveredbythiswarranty
This warranty does not apply to damage due to shipping, misuse, careless
handlingorrepairsbyotherthanauthorizedservicepersonnelWarrantyvoidif
installedorservicedbyotherthanyourauthorizedALLPROImagingdealerser-
vicepersonnelALLPROImaging,Inc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
Quickly and easily register the Astra Camera on-line Just have your product
model and serial numbers available  Then go to the ALLPRO Imaging web
site, www.allproimaging.com, click the warranty registration link and
completetheregistrationformThison-lineregistrationensuresarecordforthe
warrantyperiodandhelpsuskeepyouinformedofproductupdatesandother
valuableinformation
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION
EC REP
Medical Device Safety Service
Schiffgraben 41
30175 Hannover, Germany
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Melville, New York 11747 USA

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