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iPan User Guide
Schick Technologies, Inc.
th
30-00 47
Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101
(718) 937-5765
(718) 937-5962 (fax)
PART NUMBER B1051601 REV. -

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  • Page 1 User Guide Schick Technologies, Inc. 30-00 47 Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101 (718) 937-5765 (718) 937-5962 (fax) PART NUMBER B1051601 REV. -...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2005 by Schick Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved CDR is a registered trademark of Schick Technologies, Inc and is covered by US Patent Numbers 5,912,942 and 6,134,298. Additional patents are pending. Trademark designations used by other manufacturers and sellers may appear in this document also.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Acquiring Panoramic Images ......................11 Using the Resend Feature ......................11 Panoramic Acquisition Control Properties ..................12 Panoramic Calibration Properties ....................13 Using the iPan Utility ......................14 Introduction ..........................14 USB Interface Test ........................15 iPan USB Interface Upgrade .......................16 iPan Sensor Module Upgrade ......................17 Cleaning ..........................
  • Page 4 Installers must ensure that the iPan system, when installed, provides the user with the optimal use of the equipment. To verify this requirement, installers shall confirm that the iPan system is installed as described in the Installation / Service Guide and shall perform the appropriate procedures therein.
  • Page 5 Equipment (ITE) computer equipment is acceptable. Protecting iPan Equipment from RF Interference Although the iPan equipment is designed to provide a reasonable degree of protection from electromagnetic interference, according to IEC International regulations, it must be installed at an adequate distance from electricity transformer rooms, static continuity units, two-way amateur radios and cellular phones.
  • Page 6 Symbols Refer to the following table for symbols found on the iPan itself, on packaging in which the equipment is shipped, or in text of this or other documents provided with the system. Symbol Description Indicates an attention to customers to consult accompanying documents for more information.
  • Page 7 Label Description Regulatory Markings and Manufacturer Label (located on bottom) iPan USB Interface Module Label Refer to the following figure for labels and / markings found on the iPan USB Interface Module. Label Description Manufacturer Regulatory Markings and Label (located on bottom) iPan User Guide B1051601 Rev.
  • Page 8 Drum Label Refer to the following figure for labels and / markings found on the iPan Drum Module. Label Description 9801284 Regulatory Markings and Manufacturer Label iPan Cassette Label Refer to the following figure for labels and / markings found on the iPan Cassette Module.
  • Page 9 Directive. WEEE Marking All Schick products subject to the WEEE Directive and shipped starting August 13, 2005 will be compliant with the WEEE marking requirements. These products will be identified with the “crossed-out wheeled bin” WEEE symbol shown below, as defined in European Standard EN 50419, and in accordance with WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.
  • Page 10 Information for Reuse Centers, Treatment and Recycling Facilities After August 13, 2005, and as required by the WEEE Directive, Schick Technologies or its Dealers will provide reuse, treatment, and recycling information for each type of new EEE put on the market within one year of the date in which the equipment is put on the market.
  • Page 11: Overview

    System Description The iPan system consists of the following hardware: iPan Sensor , Codestrip, iPan USB Interface (also referred to in text as the iPan Interface), iPan Power Supply, and associated cables. A simplified diagram of the iPan system is provided below.
  • Page 12: About This Manual

    About this Manual This User Guide is one of two documents needed to install the iPan system completely. Before performing the procedures in this document, you or a qualified service technician should complete the steps in the Installation Guide for your specific panoramic machine.
  • Page 13: Hardware

    2. Hardware Installation After installing the hardware for the iPan system, perform the following procedures to install the software. − Install iPan Interface Driver (Section 3.1) − Start using your iPan System (Section 4) Requirements The recommended system requirements for CDR DICOM workstations are: −...
  • Page 14: Software

    3. Software Installing iPan Interface Driver Start driver Perform the following steps to start installing the iPan Interface driver from installation Step Action Exit CDR DICOM or EagleSoft if either program is running and verify that the iPan USB Interface is NOT connected to the computer.
  • Page 15 Complete Perform the following steps to install the iPan Interface driver on your driver system. installation Step Action Click Install. Click Finish. An example of the Ready to Install the Program (iPan Interface Driver) screen is shown below. An example of the InstallShield Wizard completed screen (for installing the iPan Interface Driver) is shown below.
  • Page 16 Connect iPan Perform the following steps to connect the iPan USB Interface to the USB Interface computer. to computer Step Action Connect the iPan USB Interface to the computer using a USB cable. Click Next when the Add New Hardware wizard starts. Click Finish when the Add New Hardware wizard ends.
  • Page 17 An example of the iPan Utility is shown below. (Please note that the version numbers shown in the picture below are examples only and may differ from those reported for your system.)
  • Page 18: Controls And Led Indicators

    4. Controls and LED Indicators iPan Power Supply The iPan Power Supply is connected by Sensor cable to the iPan Sensor and by CAT-5 cable to the iPan USB Interface. The iPan Power Supply provides the necessary power to the iPan Sensor Module and accommodates the mains input voltage of 115 to 230V.
  • Page 19 IMAGE SENSOR POWER SUPPLY MAIN POWER LEDs are located on the exterior of the iPan USB Interface and provide power and status information. The illustration and table that follow provide additional details about this device. USB Cable Connector (Left) CAT-5 Cable Connector (Middle) Figure 3.
  • Page 20: Operation

    X-rays. General Operating Instructions Follow the steps listed below as a general guide when using iPan to acquire X-ray images. For setup and patient positioning information on specific panoramic machines, refer to that product documentation.
  • Page 21: Acquiring Panoramic Images

    6. Click Yes to the message, “Do you want to resend the last acquired image?” 7. The image appears in the selected viewbox. The Resend checkbox is cleared automatically after this function is used. iPan User Guide B1051601 Rev. –...
  • Page 22: Panoramic Acquisition Control Properties

    • Panoramic Device Driver Name (Displays the name of the device driver, iPan USB Interface, for the panoramic system) • Scan Direction (Drop-down menu displays list of travel options for the panoramic machine. Left to Right describes the movement of the imaging Sensor from the left side of the patient to the right side.
  • Page 23: Panoramic Calibration Properties

    Clip Saturated Pixels (When checked, dark subtraction is modified for pixels with values between 99 and 100%.) • Sirona Orthophos System (When checked, accomodates the particular design of this system in which the Sensor is inverted when installed.) iPan User Guide B1051601 Rev. –...
  • Page 24: Using The Ipan Utility

    6. Using the iPan Utility Introduction The iPan Utility is installed during the iPan Interface Driver setup program. This tool can be used to accomplish the following: − Perform iPan USB diagnostic test − Perform iPan USB Interface upgrades − Perform iPan Sensor Module upgrades A sample screen of the iPan Utility is shown below.
  • Page 25: Usb Interface Test

    A good test pattern will have distinct shades of gray that are easy to distinguish. A poor test pattern will have random and unrelated lines or other image artifacts. A poor test pattern suggests a problem with the USB cable, USB port, or possibly the iPan USB Interface itself.
  • Page 26: Ipan Usb Interface Upgrade

    USB Interface Upgrade Field updates to the iPan USB Interface can be accomplished by installing new firmware. When new firmware is available, it is typically provided with software releases and becomes part of the update to your existing system. In the event you are prompted to upgrade firmware, perform the steps provided below.
  • Page 27: Ipan Sensor Module Upgrade

    Sensor Module Upgrade Field updates to the iPan USB Interface can be accomplished by installing new firmware. When new firmware is available, it is typically provided with software releases and becomes part of the update to your existing system. In the event you are prompted to upgrade firmware, perform the steps provided below.
  • Page 28: Cleaning

    • Use a soft, lint-free cloth when wiping exterior surfaces of the iPan equipment. For stronger action, use a neutral soap to clean coated surfaces. • Make sure that water or other liquids do not seep into the iPan equipment, causing potential damage to internal, electrical, and mechanical components.
  • Page 29: Maintenance

    8. Maintenance Visual Inspection Like all electrical equipment, the iPan system requires not only correct use, but also visual inspection prior to operation, and routine checks at regular intervals. These precautions will help ensure that the iPan equipment operates accurately, safely, and efficiently.
  • Page 30: Appendix A. Reference

    Weight 0.35 lb ( 0.16 kg) 6.6 x 3.7 x 0.45 in Size (16.76 x 9.4 x 1.14 cm) iPan Drum Type Sensor Package Weight 0.8 lb ( 0.36 kg) (8 – 15)* x 6.6 x 0.45 in Size iPan Cassette Type Sensor Package (20.32 –...
  • Page 31: A-2. Electrical Summary Table

    80:1 A-4. Timing Characteristics The CCDs in the iPan Sensor employ TDI (Time Delay Integration) to generate a single image of the subject as it travels past the Sensor. For the resulting exposure to be clear (not “smeared” or “blurred”), the image readout at the CCD level and the panoramic machine’s motion must be exactly synchronized by iPan.
  • Page 32: A-5. Emc Tables

    Table 5. Guidance and Manufacturer's Declaration - Electromagnetic Emissions PLEASE NOTE: The iPan system is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The user of the iPan system must ensure that it is used in such an environment. Emissions Test...
  • Page 33 Table 7. Recommended Separation Distance between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the iPan System PLEASE NOTE: The iPan system is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the iPan system can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the system as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
  • Page 34 Sensor Module Upgrade, 16 Control Properties to, 12 USB Interface Test, 14 Steps to, 11 USB Interface Upgrade, 15 Appropriate Precautions during iPan Operation, ii Items Not Part of the System, ii Cleaning, 17 Label Controls and LED Indicators, 8...
  • Page 35 Software, 4 Specifications, 19 USB Interface Test, 14 USB Interface Upgrade, 15 Timing Characteristics, 20 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), iPan User Guide B1051601 Rev. –...

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