Selecting Image Resolution; Selecting Patient Entry Position - Planmeca ProMax 3D S User Manual

CONTROL PANEL
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Selecting image resolution

Resolution
High
HD (High Definition)
Normal
Low dose
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Selecting patient entry position

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NOTE The position of the target area can also be adjusted by
using the positioning joystick.
NOTE The y coordinate can also be adjusted by moving the
thumb wheel that is located on the underside of the
patient support table.
Touch the Resolution field to select the image resolution.
Note that the available options depend on the selected
program type.
Selecting normal image resolution will create 3D images
with a smaller file size. Selecting high image resolution
will create sharper 3D images which require more storage
space.
Selecting HD (High Definition) will provide better image
quality, particularly when imaging small targets (e.g. ear
bones).
Selecting Low dose will reduce the exposure values and
minimize the radiation dose to the patient.
NOTE Image resolution HD (High Definition) is not available
for Planmeca ProMax 3D s.
NOTE The exposure values (kV and mA) will automatically
change to correspond with the selected patient size
and image resolution.
Exposure time Exposure values
Medium High
Long High
Medium High
Short Low
The X-ray unit offers two patient entry positions: Entry 1
and Entry 2. You can use either of them according to your
individual preference.
Selecting Go Entry 1 will move the C-arm to the back,
away from the patient positioning area. This full view
position allows you to monitor and adjust the patient's
position freely from all directions.
Selecting Go Entry 2 will position the C-arm around the
patient support. This is the traditional closed patient entry
position.
NOTE If needed, the Go Entry 1 function can be disabled as
described in section "Behavioural preferences (i230)"
on page 34. This might be necessary if there is no
space for the C-arm to move back.
Voxel size Image frames
Typically 0.10 mm
Typically 0.15 mm More frames
Typically 0.20 mm
Typically 0.40 mm Less frames
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