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
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
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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