The exposure parameters are set as directed below:
1) select the tooth under examination
2) select the patient size.
The exposure time is automatically displayed on the handheld.
NOTE: It is not possible to access the sensitivity factor menu in USER mode. In addition, keys
in User mode.
The exposure times and mode assigned to the tooth – patient size combinations are custom set by following the directions given below:
1) press and hold down key
2) select the desired tooth-patient size combination
3) change the exposure time with keys
NOTE: it is possible to set exposure times ranging from 0.01s and 1.00s that are part of the R'20 scale.
4) press keys
and
5) select the operating mode with keys
6) quit the menu and press key
setting).
7) press and hold down key
NOTE: it is possible to set the exposure parameters for several combinations. To do this, repeat steps 2 to 6 before going on to
step 7.
4.5. Procedure to be followed when taking the x-ray
• Pick up the handheld and go a safe distance away (at least 2 meters) maintaining visual contact with the patient and x-ray unit during the
exposure. Make sure "READY" is indicated.
• Tell the patient to stay still.
• Press and hold down the "Exposure" key on the handheld until the audible warning sound (beep) stops and the yellow light goes out.
"X-ray emission" key
Light on control panel illuminated during x-ray emission
NOTE: If the "EMIT X-RAY" key is released at any time, exposure will be interrupted and error code E01 will appear on the display.
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Once exposure has been completed, it is possible to proceed with the next exposure unless the x-ray unit has reached the maximum allowable
temperature. The percentage the cone exceeds the maximum allowable temperature is always shown on the screen (see icon below).
EN
about two seconds. Customized settings can be entered and icon
and
.
simultaneously to open the menu used to select the operating mode
and
to make the entry operative (if key
for approximately two seconds to confirm the entry and disable customized settings (icon
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
comes on.
is pressed, the menu will be quit without changing the previous
and
are inoperative
goes out).
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