KaVo SCAN EXAM User manual

SCAN EXAM™
Digital imaging plate scanner
User Manual
ENGLISH
215948 rev.1
0.805.5059

User manual 215948 III
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Contents
1. The Scan eXam™ ....................................................... 1
1.1 Introduction....................................................................... 1
1.2 System installation ............................................................. 2
Positioning the unit ............................................................ 2
Positioning the PC ............................................................. 3
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
3 Using the system ....................................................... 11
3.1 General............................................................................11
3.2 Preparing the system .........................................................11
3.3 Preparing an IP for exposure...............................................13
3.4 Imaging plate holders ........................................................15
3.5 Taking an exposure............................................................16
3.6 Reading an imaging plate ...................................................18
Single user configuration ...................................................18
Express Share configuration...............................................22
3.7 Removing IPs from the plate collector ..................................23
3.8 Standby mode ..................................................................23
3.9 Retrieve last image............................................................24
3.10 Shutting down the unit ....................................................25
3.11 IP erasing mode (Initial erasing of the IPs)..........................26
3.12 Taking an occlusal projection image....................................27
3.13 Errors and warnings .........................................................28
4. Handling and care of imaging plates ............................ 29
4.1 General............................................................................29
4.2 Handling ..........................................................................29
4.3 Cleaning...........................................................................30
4.4 Storage............................................................................30
4.5 Replacement.....................................................................31
4.6 Disposal ...........................................................................31

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5. Unit care and maintenance......................................... 32
5.1 Cleaning the unit ...............................................................32
5.2 Disinfecting the unit...........................................................32
5.3 Maintenance .....................................................................33
5.4 Repair..............................................................................33
5.5 Disposal ...........................................................................33
6. Symbols that may appear on the unit and accessories ... 34
7. Warnings and precautions .......................................... 36
Appendix A. Technical Specifications............................... 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-19

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SCAN EXAM 1
1. The Scan eXam™
1. The Scan eXam™
1.1 Introduction
This manual describes how to use the Scan
eXam 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 Scan eXam digital imaging plate unit
(the unit).
- 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 (not
supplied) 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 KaVo Kerr
dental intraoral imaging plate sizes 0, 1, 2,
and 3. The Comfort 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 sofware.
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 configuration, or with
several PCs, the Express Share (multiple
user) configuration.

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1. The Scan eXam™
With the Express Share configuration up to
eight PCs can be used, one at a time, with
the unit.
NOTICE:
Only personnel trained and authorized by the
manufacturer of the unit are allowed to install
and configure 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 flat 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).

SCAN EXAM 3
1. The Scan eXam™
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).
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. Intraoral imaging plate unit
2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
2.1 Main parts and controls

SCAN EXAM 5
2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
2.2 Accessories
For additional information about the acces-
sories listed below contact your authorized
dealer. Not all accessories are available sepa-
rately for all units.
Imaging plates (IPs). Equivalent to film
sizes 0, 1, 2 and 3.
IDOT version. IDOT IPs (optional) have
individual identification codes that appear on
the images. IDOT aids quality assurance by
making it possible to identify the plates used
to take individual images.
Standard (STD) version. The standard ver-
sion has no identification mark on the active
side of the plate.
Protective covers. For IPs 0, 1, 2 and 3.
Hygiene bags. For IPs 0, 1, 2 , 3 and Com-
fort Occlusal™ 4C.

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2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
Comfort 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, pro-
tective covers and hygiene bags supplied by
the manufacturer of the unit or the manufac-
turer’s authorized distributors.
The manufacturer will not be held responsi-
ble for problems caused by using accessories
from other manufacturers.
IP storage box
For storing IPs safely and conveniently.
Microfiber cloth
For cleaning IPs.
IP holders
For bitewing, periapical and endodontic expo-
sures (optional, not included)
See section 3.4 Imaging plate holders for
more information.

SCAN EXAM 7
2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
2.3 Display symbols and what they mean
During use symbols and animations will ap-
pear 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 ad-
dress and other information will appear on
the unit display.
Patient name
Indicates a patient card is open. The patient’s
name is shown on the unit display.
Express Share wait
Express Share configuration. The unit is not
reserved by any PC in the system.
Express Share reservation
Express Share configuration. The unit has
been reserved by a PC (e.g. PC number 2).
UV disinfection in progress
The system is carrying out automatic UV dis-
infection cycle. Remaining cycle time will be
displayed.
Comfort Occlusal™ 4C mode
System in occlusal projection imaging mode.

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2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
Comfort Occlusal™ 4C mode
System in occlusal projection imaging mode,
insert second size 3 IP.
Unit door
Protective cover and imaging plate
Yellow: remove protective cover
Imaging plate
Yellow: wrong way round, rotate
Protective cover
Remove / disconnect
Insert / connect

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2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
Busy
Unit in operation.
UV disinfection
Unit in UV disinfection mode, the remaining/
elapsed disinfection time is shown.
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.

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2. Intraoral imaging plate unit
Rotate
Error state and error number
Check documentation supplied with the
unit
Unit in service mode
(Service technicians only)

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3. Using the system
3 Using the system
3.1 General
For optimum performance only use IPs, pro-
tective covers and hygiene bags designed for
this unit and supplied by authorized distribu-
tors.
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 maxi-
mum service life of the IPs. Refer to section
4. Handling and care of imaging plates.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
If you are using the system for the first time
check the setup options to ensure that they
are suitable for your work methods and den-
tal environment. See section Appendix B.3
Setup options.
3.2 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.
3. Press the on/off key to switch the unit
on.

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3. Using the system
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.
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).
NOTICE:
If the ready animation does not appear,
check the system setup described in the
installation instructions.