Kodak 1500 User manual

8J2862-03
KODAK 1500 Intraoral Camera
User’s Guide

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US Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a dentist.
The Kodak 1500 intraoral camera is also marketed and sold as the STV Pro +
intraoral camera.
Manual Name: KODAK 1500 Intraoral Camera User’s Guide
Part Number: 8J2862
Revision Number: 03
Print Date: July 2010
Authorized Representative:
Carestream Health France
LES MERCURIALES
40. rue Jean Jaures
93176 BAGNOLET CEDEX
France
Camera:
FCC ID: U72KODAK1500H
IC: 7027A-KODAK1500
Docking Station:
FCC ID: U72KODAK1500
IC: 7027A-KODAK 1500

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Contents
Chapter 1
About This Guide
Note to the User. . . . . . . . . . 1
Warning and Safety Instructions . . 2
Danger of Electric Shock . . . . 2
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Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Marking and Labeling Symbols . . 3
Chapter 2
KODAK 1500
Intraoral Camera
Overview
Camera Components . . . . . . . 5
Wireless Camera . . . . . . . . 5
Wired Camera . . . . . . . . . 7
Camera Holder Components . . . 8
Docking Station Components . . . 8
Charge Station Components . . .10
System Components . . . . . . .12
Chapter 3
Acquisition Module
Overview
Computer System Requirements . .15
General Software Overview . . . .15
KODAK Dental Imaging Software .
16
KODAK Acquisition Module. . .16
Capture Window . . . . . .16
Image Processing Toolbar . .20
Chapter 4
Getting Started
Setting Up the KODAK 1500
Intraoral Camera. . . . . . . . . .21
Inserting the Battery into a
Wireless Camera . . . . . . . .21
Inserting the Cable into a
Wired Camera . . . . . . . . .22
Installing the Camera Holder. . . .22
Setting up the Docking Station . .24
Connecting the Docking Station
to a Computer . . . . . . . . .24
Connecting the Docking Station
to a Video Monitor. . . . . . . .25
Status Icons . . . . . . . .28
Connecting the Antenna to the
Docking Station . . . . . . . 30
Pairing the Wireless Camera to
the Docking Station . . . . . . 30

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Pairing One Camera to One
Docking Station . . . . . . .31
Pairing One Camera to
Several Docking Stations. . .32
Switching Computer . . . . . .33
Setting up the Charge Station for
a Wireless Camera . . . . . . . .35
Connecting the Charge Station
to the Docking Station. . . . . 36
Using the Charge Station as a
Stand-Alone Device . . . . . . . .37
Setting up the Wired Camera
Directly Connected to a Computer 38
Using the Camera with a Protective
Sheath . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Chapter 5
Acquiring,
Reviewing, and
Storing Images
Acquiring Images Using a Video
Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
Acquiring Images Using a
Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Acquiring Images Through Third
Party Imaging Software . . . . . .47
Chapter 6
Maintenance
Hygiene and Disinfection. . . . . .51
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . .52
Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Monthly. . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Disposing of the Battery . . . . . .53
Chapter 7
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting a Wired or Wireless
KODAK 1500 Intraoral Camera . .55
Troubleshooting the System Setup .57
Chapter 8
Technical Features
and Specifications

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1 About This Guide
This guide documents the KODAK 1500 intraoral camera and
contains the following messages to emphasize information or
indicate potential risk to personnel or equipment:
Note to the User
To use and operate your software, you must follow this
instructions contained in this guide.
Warning: Failure to heed this warning could
result in damage to property or in bodily
Caution: Points out procedures that you
must follow precisely to avoid damage to
the system or any of its components,
Note: Provides additional information, such as
expanded explanations, hints, or reminders.
Tip: Provides extra information to improve
workflow.

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Warning and Safety Instructions
When operating the KODAK 1500 intraoral camera, observe
the following warning and safety instructions:
Danger of Electric Shock
This is an electrical unit. DO NOT expose it to
water spray. Such action may cause an electric
shock or a malfunction of the unit.
Caution
•You are responsible for the operation and maintenance
of this camera. You MUST have training to use the
camera.
•DO NOT place the computer and the peripheral
equipment connected to it in the immediate vicinity of
the patient. Leave at least 1.83 m distance between the
patient and the equipment.
•See your computer installation guide for details of the
data processing system, computer and screen. Leave a
sufficient amount of clear space around the computer
to ensure that it is properly ventilated.
•The computer intended to be connected to the camera
shall be at least IEC 60950 or equivalent standards
certified.

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•To obtain maximum image quality and visual comfort,
position the screen to avoid direct light reflections from
internal or external lighting.
•DO NOT place objects within the field of operation of
the equipment.
•Disinfect any parts of the unit that come into contact
with the patient and the operator after each image
acquisition.
•Always use a new protective sheath for each patient.
•Turn OFF the camera before charging. Failure to do so
will shorten the life of the battery.
•The surface temperature of the LED window can rise up
to 39°C. Do not allow the window to come in contact
with the patient’s mouth for more than 10 minutes.
•When the camera is not in use, ensure that the ON/OFF
button is set to OFF.
•The power adapter is certified by IEC 60601-1. You
MUST use the provided AC Mains adapter only.
Marking and Labeling Symbols
Type BF Applied Part
Classification in accordance with
IEC 60601-1

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2 KODAK 1500 Intraoral
Camera Overview
The KODAK 1500 intraoral camera is compliant with the
requirements of the EEC and international medical standards.
The camera has been designed to carry out the following
functions:
•Acquire still images and video
•Review images
•Store images
Camera Components
The camera is available in two models: wired and wireless.
Although they look similar, the buttons and LEDs have different
functions for different modes. The following illustrations
describe the components and functions for wired and wireless
models.
Wireless Camera
The wireless camera may be powered by a battery or a cable. If
you use a cable, the functions of the LEDs and buttons are the
same as those described for the wired camera.

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Figure 1 Camera Components—Wireless
1LED and Lens
window
View white LEDs that illuminate the
oral cavity.
2Power ON/OFF
button
Press 3 seconds to power ON. Press
5 seconds to power OFF.
3Battery Release
button
Press button and pull battery out.
4Shutter Release
button
Press halfway down to perform auto
focus. Press all the way down to
capture an image. Press halfway
down and release to return to video
mode.
5Battery indicator Green indicates the battery is working
properly; blinking orange indicates
the battery is low.
6WiFi indicator Solid blue indicates the connection is
working properly; blinking blue
indicates a communications problem.
7Battery Insert rechargeable cylindrical
Lithium-ion battery into bottom of
camera until it fits tightly in place.
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Wired Camera
The wired camera can be connected to the computer via the
docking station or directly connected to the computer using an
USB cable.
Figure 2 Camera Components—Wired
1 LED and Lens
window
View white LEDs that illuminate the oral cavity.
2PowerON/OFF
button
Press 3 seconds to power on. Press 5 seconds
to power OFF.
3 Cable Release
button
Press button and pull cable out.
4 Shutter Release
button
Press halfway down to perform auto focus.
Press all the way down to capture an image.
Press halfway down and release it to return to
video mode.
5 Power indicator Green indicates the camera is powered on; no
light indicates the camera is powered OFF.
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Camera Holder Components
Place the camera in the holder when you are not using the
camera. See “Installing the Camera Holder” on page 18.
Figure 3 Camera Holder Components
Docking Station Components
The docking station provides connectivity and power for the
camera. It lets you connect to a computer or a video monitor.
The docking station contains the SD card slot and all the
connections to use the camera.
6 USB Connection
indicator
Solid blue indicates the connection is complete.
Blinking blue indicates the connection is in
progress.
7 Cable Insert cable into bottom of camera until it fits
tightly in place.
1Opening to fasten the holder securely to the surface
2Adhesive tape
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Note: After the camera is idle for 1.5 minutes, it
switches to the sleeping mode. To use it again, pick
it up or press the Shutter Release button. When the
camera is idle for one hour, it shuts down.

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Figure 4 Docking Station Components
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Front View
Back View
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Bottom View

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Charge Station Components
The charge station is used to charge the wireless camera and
the additional battery simultaneously or separately. You can use
the charge station as a stand-alone unit or attach it to the
docking station. The unit is used for wireless configuration only.
1USB connector to camera
2SD card socket
3Power indicator: green = power normal; dark = no power
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USB connection indicator (wired): blue = normal; blinking
= not normal
WiFi indicator (wireless): blue = normal; blinking = not
normal
5Antenna connector (wireless)
6USB connector to computer
7VGA connector
8S-video connector
9AV-out connector
10 Power DC-in connector
11 Footpedal connector (optional accessory)
12 DC-out connector (wireless)
13 Output switch: NTSC, PAL, S-Video, VGA

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Figure 5 Charge Station Components
If the indicators are flashing, you must re-insert the battery to
obtain good contact.
1Cameraport
2 Battery port
3 Power input
4 Camera indicator
5 Battery indicator
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Note: The camera reverts to the sleeping
mode when it is the charge station.
Note: If the camera is in the charge station for
more than one hour, it shuts down.

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System Components
The KODAK 1500 intraoral camera consists of a camera that
captures video or still images when connected wirelessly or
wired to a computer or video monitor. If you use a computer,
KODAK Dental Imaging Software is required to view images. If
you use a video monitor, additional software is not required.
Table 1 shows the system components for the KODAK 1500
intraoral camera.
Table 1 System Components
Item Description
1camera
1 camera cable with one USB connection
2 rechargeable cylindrical Lithium-ion
batteries (wireless)
1 camera holder
Protective sheaths

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1 docking station
1 DC power cable and adapter
1 AV cable
1 S-video cable
1 USB cable
1 antenna (wireless)
1 2G SD card
Table 1 System Components (Continued)
Item Description

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1 charge station (wireless)
Charge station power cord
1 additional camera cable with two USB
connections. It is used only if the traditional
USB cable with one USB connection can not
provide enough power to camera.
Document and
Software Package
CD containing:
•User’s Guide
•Safety and Regulatory Guide
•Accessory Information
Printed copies:
•Quick Start Guide
•Safety Information Sheet
•Warranty Sheet
•Quick Set-up Guide
Table 1 System Components (Continued)
Item Description
Note: The computer shall be at least IEC
60950 or equivalent standards certified.

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3 Acquisition Module
Overview
Computer System Requirements
The computer must meet the following requirements:
•Intel Pentium IV, 1.8 GHZ
•512 MB RAM (1 GB RAM for Windows Vista and
Windows 7 32 and 64 bits)
•DVD drive
•Standard CRT/LCD monitor with a minimum of 1024 X
768 screen resolution
•Direct X 9.0c supporting video card with at least 128
MB RAM
•USB 2.0 high-speed port.
General Software Overview
The KODAK 1500 intraoral camera operates with the following
software:
•KODAK Dental Imaging Software, version 6.11.7 or
higher
•Acquisition module.
For information, see KODAK Dental Imaging Software Quick
Start Guide.

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KODAK Dental Imaging Software
The KODAK Dental Imaging Software is a user-friendly working
interface, which is the common imaging platform for all of our
digital systems for dentistry.
KODAK Acquisition Module
The following windows and settings are used in the KODAK
Acquisition module.
Capture Window
The Capture window icon is located in the upper-left corner of
the screen. Across the bottom of the window is a series of still
thumbnail images of the entire exam.
Figure 6 Capture Window
1Capture button Displays the Capture window.
2Preview screen Displays either live video or captured
images.
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