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  • Page 2 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 59 62 134 D 3407 D 3407.208.01.10.02 07.2009...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Introduction ....................Components of the SIDEXIS XG system ......... General notes on the use of SIDEXIS XG ........SIDEXIS XG/ What’s new? .............. Structure of the documents .............. General notes for operation ................Checking the system time before starting ........
  • Page 4 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Contents Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.2.13 Pasting images from the Windows clipboard ....... 3.2.14 Working with several open examinations ......3.2.15 Sending an examination via email ........Templates ..................3.3.1 Ready-to-use templates ............3.3.2 Self-created templates ............
  • Page 5 Reducing 3D data volumes .............. 4.5.1 Deleting raw data manually ..........4.5.2 Deleting raw data automatically ........... 4.5.3 Deletion process..............Internet connection to SIDEXIS XG ..........System setup ....................136 Exposure settings ................Editing an exposure template ............5.2.1 The configuration workspace ..........5.2.2 Creating a new exposure template........
  • Page 6 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Contents Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 5.11 Displaying an error log ..............5.12 Service ..................... Buttons and hotkeys ..................155 “Exam” toolbar .................. “Image” toolbar ................. “Edit” toolbar ..................“Analysis” toolbar ................“View” toolbar ................... “Utilities” toolbar ................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    PC with monitor, mouse, keyboard, connection cables, pre-installed operating system software and manuals (when using a kit solution, this type of PC is required) ● SIDEXIS XG software (already pre-installed on the PC or supplied on CD- ROM) with manual ● Warranty passport Intraoral X-ray components ●...

  • Page 8: General Notes On The Use Of Sidexis Xg

    General notes on the use of SIDEXIS XG Intended use SIDEXIS XG is a software package for the personal computer (PC) which provides the working environment for generating, managing, archiving and analyzing digital X-ray and video exposures and enables the transmission of images via LAN/WAN and by e-mail.
  • Page 9 New features of SIDEXIS XG Version 1.4 - Overview ● Restriction of access rights; The functionality can be restricted in SIDEXIS XG by using users and roles. See the menu View / Customize... / Access rights. ● Support of video cards with WDM drivers: The program NGVidCap for configuring and testing WDM and VfW videos is featured in the application directory.
  • Page 10 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH SIDEXIS XG/ What’s new? Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG New features of SIDEXIS XG Version 1.6 - Overview ● A central installation speeds up the SIDEXIS update for the customer. A "master installation" must be set up only one time. The clients then retrieve the required information from the "master".

  • Page 11: Structure Of The Documents

    ● Extension of NGLogCollect with customer feedback New features of SIDEXIS XG Version 2.5 - Overview ● SIDEXIS XG can now administer and use address data for several practices. ● Images can be transferred from one patient to another. ●...

  • Page 12: General Notes For Operation

    2 General notes for operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Checking the system time before starting Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG General notes for operation Checking the system time before starting Why is it necessary to check the system CAUTION time? If the system clock is improperly set, the time of creation saved for new images will also be incorrect.

  • Page 13: Installing Other Sidexis Software Components

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 2 General notes for operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Installing other SIDEXIS software components Installing other SIDEXIS software components Explanation It sometimes becomes necessary to install additional or extended software components on the PC. NOTICE Later installation of the X-ray control book or SIMOCON etc. from the CD- ROM.

  • Page 14: Creating Backup Copies

    2 General notes for operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Creating backup copies Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example – Windows XP "start" 1. Open the start menu using the button. "Turn Off Computer..." 2. Select the function "Turn Off" 3. Select the option in the corresponding dialog box.

  • Page 15: Operation

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG General Operation General 3.1.1 Start SIDEXIS XG. Activating the function ➢ Double-click the program icon on the desktop. ➢ Activation via the “Start” button and the program icon. This icon is typically located in the lower left corner of the screen.

  • Page 16: Screen Layout

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH General Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Switching users While SIDEXIS XG is running, you can switch between users by pressing the [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [U] key combination. "Login" window opens. ➢ Simultaneously all images and exams are closed and the registered patient is deregistered.

  • Page 17: Functional Description And Workflows

    Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG General "Exam" It is called “ ” and can be opened, saved and managed in SIDEXIS XG. Area for management toolbars The area on the left margin of the program window shows various sorted toolbars with management tools...

  • Page 18: Working With Exams

    - It is called “Exam” and can be opened, saved and managed in SIDEXIS ● The SIDEXIS XG software is used in the context of an “Exam”. "Exam" ● Each image processing session can be saved as an “...

  • Page 19: Multi-Workstation Support For Exams

    Pressing the [Esc] key repeatedly first closes any images available one after the other and then finally checks out the registered patient. Another activation of the key exits the SIDEXIS XG program altogether. Continuing an interrupted workflow with the next step Activation ➢...
  • Page 20 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH General Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example X-ray room Treatment room 1 Treatment room 2 Treatment room 3 An example of a SIDEXIS multi-workstation installation is a network of several dental treatment rooms, each with a SIDEXIS workstation, and a central X- ray room with an X-ray PC.
  • Page 21 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG General Scope This function can be used for X-ray and video images. The relevant patient must be registered. If several orders are to be generated for a single patient, this function can be used repeatedly until all orders are generated.
  • Page 22 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH General Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screenshot 3.1.7.2 Accepting an order in a multi-workstation environment "Register patient" Explanation The program automatically jumps to the dialog box if this has not yet occurred during activation. If possible, the patient for whom orders are pending is already pre-selected in the patient registration dialog box.

  • Page 23: Changing The Program

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG General In addition to the image type, reason or notes, date and time of creation, the name of the workstation that has produced the order is also displayed. This simplifies possible queries. The buttons for selecting the image type and tooth are unavailable here –...

  • Page 24: Information Regarding Sidexis, Internet Connection

    Detailed information on relocation is provided in Section “Relocation of the image stock” [ 126]. "Mail You can make an email connection to the SIRONA hotline using the to:..." button on the left side. The button on the right side starts the Internet browser installed on your system and connects you to the Homepage of SIRONA.

  • Page 25: Exiting Sidexis Xg

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exam concept ● Database path with information on the available disk space ● Information about the SLIDA interface ● Information about the connected digital X-ray components 3.1.10 Exiting SIDEXIS XG...
  • Page 26 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Exam concept Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Selection dialog box "Exam" All templates saved for an are displayed in the selection dialog box. NOTICE The use of this drawing function is explained in Section "Templates [ 37]".

  • Page 27: Opening A Saved Exam

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exam concept "Show previews" check box 3.2.2 Opening a saved exam "Exam" Explanation This function is used to open a saved If no patient is registered yet, the patient selection dialog box opens. See also Section "How do I use the patient selection dialog box? [ 40]."...

  • Page 28: Saving An Exam

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Exam concept Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Selection dialog box Function The selection dialog box contains all saved exams of the corresponding patient. The exams are sorted chronologically in the order in which they were created.

  • Page 29: Printing An Exam

    ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. The Save dialog box appears. Save dialog box "Exam" SIDEXIS XG suggests a name for the . This suggestion can be modified. "OK" "Exam" Use the button to save the 3.2.4...

  • Page 30: Exporting An Exam

    , select the menu item "E[x]port..." 3.2.5.1 NGE format Explanation The NGE format is an separate SIDEXIS XG format starting with version 1.5. Exporting in NGE format "Exam" Exporting an in NGE format means that all objects in the exam workspace are saved to a file.
  • Page 31 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exam concept 3.2.5.2 SVG format Explanation SVG format (Scalable Vector Graphics) is a file format which enables the use of vector graphics on the Internet. SVG is a language used for describing graphics in XML (Extensible Markup Language).

  • Page 32: Importing An Exam

    Exam concept Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.2.6 Importing an exam Explanation Using versions 1.5 and higher of SIDEXIS XG, it is possible to import an exam "Import exam" with the function. NOTICE The import function can be used only if the exam to be imported was exported from version 1.5 or higher of SIDEXIS XG.

  • Page 33: Deleting An Exam

    Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exam concept 3.2.7 Deleting an exam Explanation SIDEXIS XG offers the option to delete saved exams from the exam database. NOTICE The images contained in the deleted exam will not be deleted from the SIDEXIS database! Scope The function refers to the exam which is currently open.

  • Page 34: Displaying And Changing Object Properties

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Exam concept Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Closed-area objects This includes: ● Image objects - X-ray images - Video exposures ● Vector objects - Rectangle (see section “Rectangle” [ 124]). - Ellipse (see section “Ellipse” [ 124]).

  • Page 35: Removing Objects From The Workspace

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exam concept Validity ● The individually selected object. ● This function is only applicable to vector and measurement objects. Activating the function ➢ Click the button. ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Alt]+[Enter] "Attributes"...

  • Page 36: Copying The Active Image To The Windows Clipboard

    3.2.12 Copying the active image to the Windows clipboard Explanation SIDEXIS XG offers the option to copy the active image to the Windows clipboard. CAUTION If the copied image is edited with another software (e.g. PaintBrush), it is no longer suitable for diagnostics.

  • Page 37: Working With Several Open Examinations

    3.2.14 Working with several open examinations Explanation It is possible to set up SIDEXIS XG so that several examinations can be opened at the same time. Then you can switch between the examinations without having to reopen the respective examination in each case.

  • Page 38: Self-Created Templates

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Templates Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.3.2 Self-created templates Overview There are two types of self-created templates. ● Templates for intraoral radiography which can be edited with a special editor (see Section "Editing an exposure template [ 140]").

  • Page 39: Patient Management

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Patient management Enter the desired name of the template in this text box. "OK" Confirm your entry with the button. "Delete" Deleting a template Press the button. A confirmation dialog box appears.

  • Page 40: Which Dialog Box Is Used To Register A Patient

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Patient management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.4.1 Which dialog box is used to register a patient? "Register patient" Answer Patients are registered in the dialog box. Activating the function ➢ Click the button. ➢ Hotkey: Press the [Pos1] key.
  • Page 41 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Patient management Patient search There are two ways to search for patients. ● Searching with the scrollbar "Search criteria" ● Searching with the search box "Patient" Searching with the scrollbar ●...
  • Page 42 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Patient management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.4.2.2 "Exam" selection window "Exam" Explanation In the selection window, a new exam can be saved or saved exams can be called up. "Exam" box includes a tree structure representing a selection.

  • Page 43: How Can I Create New Patient Data

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Patient management Command button Meaning "Delete..." "Delete patient" This button opens the dialog box, in which an existing patient can be deleted from the SIDEXIS database. See also Section "How can I delete patient data? [ 45]".

  • Page 44: How Can I Modify Patient Data

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Patient management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG NOTICE The system recognizes if last name, first name and date of birth are identical to those of another patient and issues a corresponding warning. On the other hand, card index numbers can be used several times. A date of birth in the future is not accepted.

  • Page 45: How Can I Delete Patient Data

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Patient management Example screen 3.4.5 How can I delete patient data? Explanation This function deletes the currently registered patient from the patient database. As is logical, the patient is first checked out by the system during this operation.

  • Page 46: How Can I Check Out A Patient

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Patient management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen Legal retention periods To guarantee the legal retention periods for X-rays, it is not possible to delete patients for whom X-rays have already been stored in the image database.

  • Page 47: Image Management

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Image management 3.5.1 Saving original images Explanation It is not necessary for the user to save the X-ray images as they are automatically saved directly to thepatient database after image collection is complete.

  • Page 48: Opening Images From The Sidexis Database

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[I]mage" "Save [a]s..." ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. The Save dialog box appears. Example screen NOTICE The system automatically generates unique view names, however, these may be overwritten by the user with other, more meaningful names.
  • Page 49 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management ● Multiple selection [ 54] ● Patient data discrepancies [ 55] ● Procedure for relocated images [ 55] 3.5.3.1 Structure of the dialog box Dialog box View tabs You can switch between two different views by means of two tabs.
  • Page 50 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG The selected view is loaded and displayed as it was last saved in a window in the workspace. Saving image views is described in more detail in the "Saving image views"...
  • Page 51 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Odontogram An odontogram is displayed in addition to the tab for the intraoral X-ray (XI), transversal slice (XS) and intraoral video (VI) image types. This odontogram allows you to specify further search criteria for retrieving acquired images.
  • Page 52 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG SIDEXIS Classic layout Ceph image type (XC) For the Ceph image type (XC), a breakdown into PA, AP, lateral and carpus exposures is offered. The procedure is identical to that for intraoral images.
  • Page 53 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management GALILEOS layout To provide a clearer overview, the list of displayed images can be limited using the structural tree (Pan, Ceph, TSA etc). This limits you to the selected view in 2D image selection. Upon opening the 3D processing software (GALAXIS), this has no effect on the selected GALILEOS scan.
  • Page 54 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Open The last active view of the image is opened as follows: Selection ➢ Select the desired image by left-clicking it with the mouse. "List" tab only: A preview of the selected image is displayed in a window on the right.
  • Page 55 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Select the last required image by left-clicking it with the mouse. All images between the first and the last selected image are selected. Individual selection Select the first desired image by left-clicking it with the mouse.

  • Page 56: Image Description And Findings

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG For further information on this topic, please refer to Section "Configuring relocation [ 152]" Example screen 3.5.4 Image description and findings Explanation When an image is open and active, its description can be displayed or edited at any time.
  • Page 57 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Example screen Dialog box Image information The displayed dialog box shows the available image information for the currently active X-ray. "Image type" ● The image type is displayed here.
  • Page 58 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "Image date" ● This image information appears later on in the list box of the dialog box for selecting available images. The image creation date is read-only and cannot be edited.

  • Page 59: Removing Objects From An Exam

    An explanation of the abbreviations can be found in Section "Identification of images [ 61]". For panoramic, Ceph and transversal slice images made with SIDEXIS XG, additional information is displayed for radiation time, tube current, tube voltage, stand height, temple support width and forehead support. For all other exposures, this information is grayed out.

  • Page 60: Close Image

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG NOTICE When a patient is checked out or SIDEXIS is terminated, all views are closed automatically. 3.5.6 Close image Scope This function can be used for X-ray and video images (but not for live and still images).

  • Page 61: Identification Of Images

    This code (black lettering on a white background) appears in the bottom left corner of the image when it is exported, e-mailed or copied to the clipboard. When an image previously exported by SIDEXIS XG is imported again, the identification becomes visible. Re-importing images When an image is re-imported, all filter, contrast and brightness adjustments become visible again.
  • Page 62 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Position 2 Version number with which the image has been acquired or imported. SIDEXIS XG version numbers are displayed as 6.x. Position 3 Original image Copy Modified image Position 4...
  • Page 63 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management 3.5.8.2 Examples Example 1 ● A new image, saved without compression and modified (brightness, contrast), then exported: Coding: “SIDEXIS 5.35 M . . . " Example 2 ●...

  • Page 64: Exporting Image Views

    Position: Right-aligned in brackets in the same line as the image title 3.5.9 Exporting image views Explanation Exchanging image data produced with SIDEXIS XG with other systems (for "Export..." example, in the case of a referral) is facilitated with the function.
  • Page 65 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Function The WYSIWYG principle applies here. The images are always exported in the state in which they are at the time the command is selected. This means that all processing steps (rotating, filtering, brightness and contrast adjustment) are also exported.

  • Page 66: Importing An Image

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image management Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example dialog box 3.5.10 Importing an image "Import" Explanation function enables image data exchange between different systems, i.e., it is possible to load images that have been produced by a system other than SIDEXIS as well as images that have been produced and exported by another SIDEXIS system before.
  • Page 67 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management The system automatically detects whether a compressed format was used for export. NOTICE Exports from non-SIDEXIS programs may not be imported. Activating the function ➢ Click the button.

  • Page 68: Printing Images And Diagnostic Findings

    The portrait or landscape format must be selected manually. 3.5.12 Print preview Explanation SIDEXIS XG features a print preview option. ● This function can be used to obtain a preview of how the printout will look. ● The position and size of the contents of the printout are displayed on the screen.
  • Page 69 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Activating the function Print preview of an "Exam" ➢ Click the button. "E[x]am" "Print pre[v]iew..." ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Print preview of an image ➢...

  • Page 70: Scanning Images

    3.5.13 Scanning images Explanation The SIDEXIS XG system can read image data from any TWAIN-compatible device (scanner, digital camera, etc.) into the database. If several TWAIN devices are installed on the system, the appropriate device "Select scanner" can be selected using the function.

  • Page 71: Sending Images Via Internet As E-Mail

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[I]mage" "[S]can..." ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Tips for X-ray exposures When scanning X-ray images, the following must be observed: ●...

  • Page 72: Send Image

    You may enter further explanations and information regarding the image to be sent. "Send in the background" ● Check box You can continue to work with SIDEXIS XG while the image is transmitted. "Report after sending" ● Check box After the e-mail has been successfully sent, a confirmation message appears on screen.

  • Page 73: Move Image

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image management Validity This function can be used for X-ray and video images (but not for live and still images). This function applies only to the active image. The WYSIWYG principle applies here. The images are always exported in the condition at the time the command is selected.

  • Page 74: Image Acquisition

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[I]mage" "Move" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. "Register patient" window opens. Selecting the (target) patients 1. Select the (target) patient.

  • Page 75: Intraoral X-Rays

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image acquisition In contrast to X-rays, exposures with the video camera are possible even "Unknown patient" when the patient is not registered. The information appears in the title bar. If you later wish to save your video exposure and the patient has not yet been registered, you can register him or her afterwards.
  • Page 76 Templates for intraoral exposures Explanation You can select a template for intraoral exposure series from a template list. This feature is part of the exam concept of SIDEXIS XG. "Templates" You can create your own X-ray image series within the function.
  • Page 77 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image acquisition Selection dialog box 3.6.3.4 Tooth selection Explanation To enable the user to enter the number of the affected tooth, the findings dialog box explained in detail in the chapter on image description is displayed.
  • Page 78 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3.6.3.5 Operation with several intraoral X-ray units If several X-ray units are installed and networked in a practice, then an X-ray acquisition unit must be selected before taking an intraoral X-ray exposure.

  • Page 79: Panoramic, Ceph And Tsa X-Ray Exposures

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image acquisition Acquisition dialog box Function As long as SIDEXIS is busy with taking an intraoral X-ray exposure, a green indicator flashes as a warning below the intraoral acquisition unit symbol in the dialog box.
  • Page 80 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[I]mage" "[P]anoramic X-ray" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Operation with several panoramic X-ray If several X-ray units are installed and networked in a practice, then an X-ray...

  • Page 81: X-Ray Exposure

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image acquisition "Quit" Readiness for exposure ends when you press the or the [Esc] key. Once the exposure has been started, it can only be stopped via the ORTHOPHOS. Acquisition dialog box for ORTHOPHOS...
  • Page 82 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[I]mage" "[3]D-Scan" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Operation with several 3D X-ray units If several X-ray units are installed and networked in a practice, then an X-ray acquisition unit must be selected before taking a 3D X-ray exposure.

  • Page 83: Panoramic X-Ray Acquisition With Galileos

    Command Please refer to the GALILEOS documentation. 3.6.7 Video exposure Explanation The integration of video exposures in a SIDEXIS XG "Exam" is described in this section. Function As a rule, the live video image of the SIROCAM is activated by removing the camera from its holder.
  • Page 84 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[V]ideo" the menu item The live video image starts NOTICE If necessary switch to the full-face camera in the context menu of the video image. 3.6.7.3 Video start/stop "Video Start/...
  • Page 85 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Image acquisition Addendum 2 Only for: ● SIVISION 2 ● SIVISION 3 with SIROCAM in the dentist element ➢ Actuate the corresponding function at the treatment system. (Usually, this is the S key with the “C+” foot switch, or the “C” foot switch to the left).
  • Page 86 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Image acquisition Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Full-face camera After the SIROCAM has been removed from its holder, it has priority over an additionally connected extraoral full-face camera. However, you can switch to the extraoral camera in the pop-up menu of the active live video image (right- click to open context menu).

  • Page 87: Analysis Tools

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Analysis tools Explanation Analysis tools help to make the interpretation of X-ray and video exposures easier. 3.7.1 Selecting objects in the workspace Explanation The standard mouse pointer is used for selecting objects in the workspace.

  • Page 88: Restore Original Image

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[A]nalysis" "[S]elect" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Function There are several ways to select objects in the workspace.

  • Page 89: Measurement Tools

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools NOTICE For safety reasons, a message prompting you to reconfirm the command is displayed before the changes are undone. 3.7.3 Measurement tools 3.7.3.1 Measuring lengths Explanation The purpose of this function is to determine dimensions, distances or size ratios of the objects in the X-ray image.
  • Page 90 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Configuration ● On the left are three transverse partial images (TSA) with slightly different magnifications depending on the linear position (magnification as with normal TSA thin layer). ●...
  • Page 91 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools ● The display next to the line segment is highlighted with a colored bar and can be moved freely within the workspace. - At the same time, the measuring section remains connected to the measured value by a broken line.
  • Page 92 3. Enter the actual value as correction value in the input box. You can adjust this value in 0.1 mm steps using the two arrow keys. SIDEXIS XG displays the calculated correction factor. "OK" 4. Close the dialog box by clicking the button.
  • Page 93 Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools 3.7.3.3 Measuring angles Explanation SIDEXIS XG also provides a function for easily determining angles. NOTICE The indicated angles are relative values. They depend on the dimensions of the sensors used for acquiring the images.
  • Page 94 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 3.7.3.4 Measuring bone density Explanation This function enables a relative measurement of the bone density. An absolute measurement is not possible because of the lack of calibration.
  • Page 95 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools 3.7.3.5 Displaying the density profile "Measure density Explanation After determining a measuring section with the help of the profile" function in the active image, this function can be used to display the density along this measuring section.
  • Page 96 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG - Bright image areas generate correspondingly long bars, whereas dark image areas generate short bars. ● The chart is spread out when it is produced by assigning the value 0 to the lowest density and the maximum bar length to the highest density.

  • Page 97: Display Tools

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools 3.7.4 Display tools 3.7.4.1 Zooming the image Explanation The zoom function can be used to change the display scale of the active image. A distinction must be made here between two different types of zoom.
  • Page 98 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[V]iew" "[I]mage" "[Z]oom" "More ➢ In the menu bar , select the menu item details" Less details ➢ Click the button. ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[-].
  • Page 99 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools 3.7.4.3 Viewport Explanation A further tool is available for viewing images which cannot be displayed on the workspace in their entirety due to their size or the selected zoom factor.
  • Page 100 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG The red frame follows the mouse pointer movement. 4. Release the left mouse button when you have reached the desired area. The new image detail is now displayed in the related image window.
  • Page 101 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools 3.7.4.6 Status overview "Tile" Explanation In contrast to the function, this command arranges open image windows corresponding to their anatomical position. In the arrangement, account is taken both of intraoral X-rays and of video exposures in which the number of the displayed tooth has been stated.
  • Page 102 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Scope This function can be used for X-ray and video images (but not for live and still images). Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[V]iew" "[I]mage" "[A]rrange"...
  • Page 103 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[V]iew" "[M]agnifier" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. The magnifier window appears in the right upper corner of the exam workspace.
  • Page 104 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Turning by 90 degrees to the left ➢ Click the button. ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[L]. "[V]iew" "[I]mage" "R[o]tate" "Turn ➢ In the menu bar , select the menu item to [l]eft"...

  • Page 105: Image Filters

    , select the menu item 3.7.5 Image filters Explanation SIDEXIS XG offers a powerful and extensive collection of image processing functions for preparing, interpreting and analyzing image information. The processing functions discussed below always refer to the active image. Basics A few principles and associated terminology must be explained here to help you to understand the possibilities of image information processing.
  • Page 106 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Adjusting brightness ➢ Adjust the brightness level with the left slider. ➢ Hotkey: Press the [Up arrow] key. The image turns brighter. ➢ Hotkey: Press the [Down arrow] key.
  • Page 107 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Activating the function ➢ Click the button. ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[Shift] +[M]. "[A]nalysis" "[M]ouse adjuster" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item.
  • Page 108 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Defining the region of interest 1. Place the mouse pointer at a corner of the desired region of interest. 2. While pressing and holding down the left mouse button, draw a frame around the desired region of interest.
  • Page 109 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools NOTICE "Only in the region of interest" If the function is not used, selected brightness and contrast control values are applied to the entire image. "[A]nalysis" "[D]efine ROI"...
  • Page 110 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 3.7.5.7 Color Explanation To enable better distinction of image details, the image can be displayed in a so-called pseudo-color mode. The grayscale values of the image are replaced by colors which the human eye can distinguish better from one another than the corresponding gray levels.
  • Page 111 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Example screen 3.7.5.8 Contrast optimization Explanation This image filter analyses the current grayscale distribution of an image and optimizes them using a non-linear statistical method. Recommended use Use of this function is particularly recommended for images whose contrast distribution does not make full use of the available grayscale value range.
  • Page 112 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 3.7.5.9 Smoothing "Smooth down" Explanation filter serves for softening very high-contrast or noisy images. This is done by reducing or averaging the contrast of adjacent pixels. Contrary to the "Sharpen"...
  • Page 113 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Example screen 3.7.5.10 Sharpen Plus "Smooth down" Explanation In contrast to the filter, the contrast of adjacent pixels is increased here. This function helps to accentuate edges or contours. The impression of a sharper image is created.
  • Page 114 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 3.7.5.11 Sharpen Plus variable "Sharpen Plus variable..." Explanation ➢ The filter offers the possibility of configuring the "Sharpen" filter individually. NOTICE "Smooth down" "Sharpen" The effects of the filter operations do not cancel one another out.
  • Page 115 Single pixel errors may occur when taking digital X-rays. These pixel errors appear as individual black dots when the optimum resolution (100%) is selected. SIDEXIS XG is capable of removing these black dots by evaluating the surrounding pixels. Scope This filter works only with X-ray exposures.
  • Page 116 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "[A]nalysis" "[F]ilter" "Reduce ➢ In the menu bar , select the menu item [n]oise (median)" Example screen 3.7.5.14 Relief display Explanation During this filter operation, the borders between high-contrast image details are analyzed and displayed lighter or darker.
  • Page 117 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Example screen 3.7.5.15 Undo last filter operation "Undo" Explanation The effect of the last filter operation can be undone by selecting the function. If no filter operations have been performed yet or if this function has already been applied, the command is not available.
  • Page 118 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG ROI settings Setting the size "[A]nalysis" "Mouse [t]ools" ➢ In the menu bar , select the required menu item. "[S]mall" ● "[M]edium" ● "[L]arge" ● ● "[V]ery large"...
  • Page 119 3.7.5.17 Transfer function Explanation SIDEXIS XG Version 1.5 and higher can acquire and process X-ray images with a 16-bit gray scale depth. In order to enable their display on screen, these 16-bit X-ray images are automatically converted to 8-bit gray-scale images.
  • Page 120 3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "Transfer" window appears. "Transfer" Preparation To better explain the functionality, the window has to be switched "Gamma" "Linear" from display. "Gamma" 1. Click the field with the left mouse button.
  • Page 121 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools The display of the X-ray image (sample image on the left) has been clearly improved (sample image/right). Changing medium tones (gamma function) Sometimes it is desirable to display the medium tones brighter or darker. This can be achieved with the gamma function.

  • Page 122: Drawing Tools

    3 Operation Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Analysis tools Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Medium tones brighter Example screen ➢ Push the slider to the right. "Transfer" The line of the function bends downward. The display value increases (example screen 2.03). Higher values lead to brighter medium tones.
  • Page 123 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools ● Section "Displaying and changing object properties [ 34]". ● Section "Removing objects from the workspace [ 35]" 3.7.6.2 Freehand lines Explanation This function can be used to draw freehand lines in the workspace.
  • Page 124 Section "Displaying and changing object properties [ 34]" ● Section "Removing objects from the workspace [ 35]" 3.7.6.6 Rectangle Explanation SIDEXIS XG also allows for drawing rectangles. Scope Can be freely used in the workspace. Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[A]nalysis"...
  • Page 125 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 3 Operation Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Analysis tools Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[A]nalysis" "D[r]awing tools" ➢ In the menu bar , select the menu item "[E]llipse" Functioning The use of this drawing function is explained in the following sections: ●...

  • Page 126: Special Functions

    Specialized function - Always on top Explanation With SIDEXIS XG it is possible to keep a SIDEXIS image window always on top, regardless which program is currently active. This enables you to enter ‚ your diagnosis conveniently e.g. in a Word...
  • Page 127 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 4 Special functions Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Relocating the image stock Relocation type There are two types or relocation. These have to be configured in the Service menu [ 154]. ● Storing on an additional hard drive).

  • Page 128: Procedure When Using An Additional Hard Drive

    4 Special functions Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Relocating the image stock Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Remaining here: • all patient data • all preview images • all images starting from 4th quarter 2007 SIDEXIS relocation 1: • 1. quarter 2007 •...
  • Page 129 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 4 Special functions Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Relocating the image stock Excluding patients from relocation Optional: "Exclude patients from relocation" "Choose patient" "Select..." Click the button to close the dialog box. All patients, the images of whom should be relocated, are selected with active check boxes.

  • Page 130: Procedure When Using Exchangeable External Media

    Mark the data media with an unambiguous color (green) ● Order the data media from a dental dealer for data security reasons. Correct functioning of data media purchased via a computer dealer cannot be guaranteed by Sirona Dental Systems GmbH. Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[U]tilities"...
  • Page 131 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 4 Special functions Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Relocating the image stock Excluding patients from relocation Optional: "Exclude patients from relocation" "Choose patient" "Select..." Click the button to close the dialog box. All patients, the images of whom should be relocated, are selected with active check boxes.

  • Page 132: Opening Relocated Images

    4 Special functions Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Constancy test Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 3. The relocation procedure Relocation of data can take some time. Its progress may be monitored in a "Cancel" dialog box. Relocation can be ended at any time by clicking the button.

  • Page 133: Reducing 3D Data Volumes

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 4 Special functions Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Reducing 3D data volumes Activating the function ➢ Click the button. "[U]tilities" "[C]onstancy test" ➢ Use the menu bar to select the menu item. Operation These constancy tests are carried out in conjunction with the X-ray logbook supplied with the system.

  • Page 134: Deletion Process

    4 Special functions Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Reducing 3D data volumes Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG The function is activated by clicking the 3D Data Reduction button. You can define for how long the unprocessed data should remain saved as well as the check intervals.

  • Page 135: Internet Connection To Sidexis Xg

    Explanation In the menu bar , the menu item can be used to select the SIDEXIS XG internet page. In addition to this, the menu item "Go to SIDEXIS XG user area" can be used to directly display the SIDEXIS XG user area.

  • Page 136: System Setup

    5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Exposure settings Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG System setup "System setup" Explanation This function allows for adapting the system to your individual mode of working and to the existing system environment. NOTICE Before you start to configure the system, any registered patients are automatically checked out.
  • Page 137 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Exposure settings Dialog box Dialog structure "Depending on image type" This option permits configuration of the exposure sequence. By clicking the different buttons (individually or in combination), you can determine the image type(s) for which the selected settings are active.
  • Page 138 5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Exposure settings Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "Depending on image type" / "Single exposure sequence" "Set tooth or program before exposure" ● The option activates / deactivates the automatic request for details on the area to be exposed (tooth type, area, program).
  • Page 139 "Configure" / "Image optimization" CAUTION This configuration window is used only to optimize the screen display of X- ray and video exposures. The image data in the SIDEXIS XG database are not changed. 59 62 134 D 3407 D 3407.208.01.10.02 07.2009...

  • Page 140: Editing An Exposure Template

    Depending on the image type involved, there are certain settings that are useful for diagnostic image display. The possibility of having these settings performed automatically by SIDEXIS XG in the screen display of the corresponding image type has been created here. ●...

  • Page 141: The Configuration Workspace

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Editing an exposure template 5.2.1 The configuration workspace Configuration workspace Sensor selection Teeth window Exposure template window Functions of the buttons "New" ● Creates a new empty exposure template.
  • Page 142 5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Editing an exposure template Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG ● Position in the mouth / vertical or horizontal. Example screen "New" Activating the function 1. Click the button. "Mixed dentition" 2. If the exposure is for a mixed dentition, select the check box.

  • Page 143: Editing An Existing Exposure Template

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Editing an exposure template Example screen 5.2.3 Editing an existing exposure template Explanation It may be useful to edit an existing template rather than creating a new exposure template from scratch.

  • Page 144: Changing The Tooth Registration

    5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Editing an exposure template Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG "Rotate" ● Rotates the sensor of the exposure position by 90° to the right and by 90° to the left when it is pressed again.

  • Page 145: Processing Standard Findings

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Processing standard findings NOTICE If you want to change the order once again or if you have made a mistake during this action, you must repeat the whole procedure after deactivating the check box and then reactivating it.

  • Page 146: Configuring A Printout

    5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Configuring a printout Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Complete the individual entries with the [Enter] key, keeping the entries as short as possible. You may use the “&” character to define your own hotkeys. The letter following the “&”...

  • Page 147: Configuring E-Mail

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Configuring E-mail Dialog box This function determines whether a tooth position marker is to be inserted into "L/R marking" the printed image if has not yet been selected for this image.
  • Page 148 5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Configuring E-mail Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Dialog box "E-mail active" Activates the e-mail function Dialog structure "Depending on image type" By clicking the different buttons (individually or in combination), you can determine the image type(s) for which the selected settings are active.

  • Page 149: Configuring The Export Function

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Configuring the export function "Depending on image type" / "Image file format" From this drop-down list you can select the file format to be used when sending images by e-mail.

  • Page 150: Configuring The Reminder Function

    5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Configuring the reminder function Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Dialog box Dialog structure "Depending on image type" This function allows for theconfiguration of X-ray image exports. By clicking the different buttons (individually or in combination), you can determine the image type(s) for which the selected settings are active.

  • Page 151: Configuring The Constancy Test Option

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Configuring the constancy test option Dialog box Dialog structure "Exam change" Exams are checked for modifications before the exam is closed. The program asks whether the changes should be saved.

  • Page 152: Configuring The Relocation Function

    The date of the last constancy test performed at this station is also provided for your information. The next test date is displayed when the SIDEXIS XG system starts up. For workstations which do not require a constancy test, you only need to "Refer to due date at program start"...

  • Page 153: Configuring The Permanent Dentist Data

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 5 System setup Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Configuring the permanent dentist data Dialog box Dialog structure "Depending on image type" By clicking the different buttons (individually or in combination), you can determine the image type(s) for which the selected settings are active.

  • Page 154: Displaying An Error Log

    5 System setup Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Displaying an error log Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Explanation When a patient is newly registered, the corresponding permanent dentist can "New patient" be selected from a picklist in the dialog box (see Section "How can I create new patient data? [ 43]").

  • Page 155: Buttons And Hotkeys

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 6 Buttons and hotkeys Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “Exam” toolbar Buttons and hotkeys “Exam” toolbar Registering the patient ➢ Hotkey: Press the [Pos1] key.] See Section "Which dialog box is used to register a patient? [ 40]"...
  • Page 156 6 Buttons and hotkeys Sirona Dental Systems GmbH “Exam” toolbar Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Producing an order See Section "Generating an order in a multi-workstation environment [ 20]" Accepting an order See Section "Accepting an order in a multi-workstation environment [ 22]"...

  • Page 157: Image" Toolbar

    See Section "Exporting an exam [ 30]" Changing programs See Section "Changing programs [ 23]" Exit program See Section "Exiting SIDEXIS XG [ 25]" “Image” toolbar Activation of an intraoral exposure ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[Shift] +[I]. See Section "Intraoral X-ray exposures [ 75]"...
  • Page 158 6 Buttons and hotkeys Sirona Dental Systems GmbH “Image” toolbar Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Activation of a panoramic, ceph and TSA X-ray ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[Shift] +[P]. See Section "Panoramic, Ceph and TSA X-ray exposures [ 79]"...

  • Page 159: Edit" Toolbar

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 6 Buttons and hotkeys Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “Edit” toolbar Image view print preview See Section "Print preview [ 68]". Send image See section "Send image [ 72]" Sending an image via E-Mail. See Section Sending images via Internet as E-mail [ 71]"...

  • Page 160: Analysis" Toolbar

    6 Buttons and hotkeys Sirona Dental Systems GmbH “Analysis” toolbar Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “Analysis” toolbar Mouse adjuster for setting brightness and contrast ➢ Hotkey: Activate the key combination [Ctrl]+[Shift] +[M]. See Section "Mouse adjuster for setting brightness and contrast [ 106]"...
  • Page 161 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 6 Buttons and hotkeys Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “Analysis” toolbar Lines See section "Lines [ 123]". Text fields See Section "Text fields [ 123]" Special drawing tool for orthodontics See Section "Special drawing tool for orthodontics [ 124]"...
  • Page 162 6 Buttons and hotkeys Sirona Dental Systems GmbH “Analysis” toolbar Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Displaying object properties See Sections "Displaying and changing object properties [ 34]" Contrast optimization filter See Section "Contrast optimization [ 111]". Smoothing filter See Section "Smooth down [ 112]".

  • Page 163: View" Toolbar

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 6 Buttons and hotkeys Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “View” toolbar Applying the brightness/contrast settings See Section "Applying the brightness/contrast settings [ 109]" Contrast/brightness adjustment only active in region of interest See Section "Brightness/contrast adjustment in the region of interest [ 108]"...
  • Page 164 6 Buttons and hotkeys Sirona Dental Systems GmbH “View” toolbar Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Arranging images as overview in the workspace See Section "Overview [ 100]" Arranging images according to their anatomical positions in the workspace See Section "Status overview [ 101]"...

  • Page 165: Utilities" Toolbar

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 6 Buttons and hotkeys Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG “Utilities” toolbar Activates the “Transfer” function See Section "Transfer function [ 119]" Showing or hiding the status bar See Section "Screen layout [ 16]" Customize user interface See Section "Customizing the user interface and plugin administration [ 170]"...

  • Page 166: Appendices

    7 Appendices Sirona Dental Systems GmbH DICOM Export Wrap&Go Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Appendices DICOM Export Wrap&Go Explanation A complete examination and a viewer can be automatically burned to a CD using this function. This function is used e.g. to exchange patient data between attending doctors.

  • Page 167: Backup Copies

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 7 Appendices Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Backup copies NG0818 Select the individual images using the structure tree or the arrow key. Backup copies Basics – backup copies In order to increase the data security of the system and to prevent data losses in case of fixed component failure (such as hard disks), users have to regularly back up data and the SIDEXIS software.

  • Page 168: Database Backup

    7.2.1.1 Example: SQL Server 2005 Explanation During the standard installation of SIDEXIS XG version 1.6 or higher, SQL Server 2005 Express will also be installed and the database "PDATA_SQLEXPRESS" will be created. This installation is used to illustrate the database backup procedure.

  • Page 169: Database Restoration

    ● The database "Master" contains user and password information. Database restoration NOTICE For more information, refer to the SIDEXIS XG Service Manual. NOTICE The following description assumes that the logged-in Windows user has administrative rights on the SQL server. 59 62 134 D 3407...

  • Page 170: Customizing The User Interface And Plug-In Administration

    SIDEXIS XG provides the "NGSQLBackup.exe" application to restore the "PDATA_SQLEXPRESS" and "Master" databases. ● It is found on the SIDEXIS XG installations CD in the directory \Tools\NGSQLBACKUP ● This directory also includes a text file (readme.txt) with a detailed description of the application.

  • Page 171: Commands

    The tools of the selected menu bar title are located on the right side of the "Commands" tab ( Function The tools can be assigned to the toolbars of the SIDEXIS XG user interface via drag and drop. 59 62 134 D 3407 D 3407.208.01.10.02 07.2009...

  • Page 172: Toolbars

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Customizing the user interface and plug-in administration Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Dialog box 7.3.2 Toolbars Explanation The toolbars of the SIDEXIS XG user interface are managed on the " "Toolbars" tab. "[V]iew" "[C]ustomize..." Activating the function 1.
  • Page 173 Explanation In addition to the selection list box described above, you can also show and hide the toolbars directly through the menu bar of the SIDEXIS XG user interface. Activating the function Place the mouse pointer above the menu bar.

  • Page 174: Plugin Manager

    The resulting images may no longer be suitable for medical evaluation and purposes. For that reason Sirona cannot assume any liability for images produced or manipulated by such software.
  • Page 175 Mark the plugin to be deleted. software "Remove" Press the button. The plugin has been removed from the SIDEXIS XG software. Displaying hidden plugins ➢ Activate the "Show hidden plugins" check box. Hidden plugins are displayed in the selection box.

  • Page 176: Options

    "Toolbars" configuration group box "Large Icons" check box The size of the SIDEXIS XG user interface buttons can be decreased by deactivating the check box. "ORTHOPHOS XG" check box If the check box is deactivated, the new image management layout of panoramic and ceph exposures in ORTHOPHOS XG design is replaced by the familiar SIDEXIS Classic layout.
  • Page 177 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 7 Appendices Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Customizing the user interface and plug-in administration "Manage…" button See Section "Manage user interface" [ 178]. "Background" ● configuration group box "Start screen" check box The background image of the start page can be switched off by deactivating the check box.

  • Page 178: Access Rights

    SIDEXIS XG is terminated and the user interface is saved using the previously displayed path. ● The saved user interface is loaded again the next time SIDEXIS XG is started. "Practice" - Only for the option: All SIDEXIS XG stations in the practice start with the same saved user interface.
  • Page 179 This area is used for managing the users of SIDEXIS XG. NOTICE The current user is preselected in the list! Structure ● Left selection field Contains a list of all users of the SIDEXIS XG database with selectable names. "Add" ● button "Add"...
  • Page 180 7 Appendices Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Customizing the user interface and plug-in administration Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 7.3.5.2 Configuration field "Assigned roles" Explanation In this area the roles for the selected user are displayed and managed. "Add" Structure ●...
  • Page 181 ● check box When you start SIDEXIS XG, the Windows login will be used. The user does not have to log on a second time. The user name must be identical to the login name used for logging on to Windows! "Request new password at next login"...
  • Page 182 7 Appendices Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Customizing the user interface and plug-in administration Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Example screen 7.3.5.4 "Roles" window "Roles" Structure ● configuration field - The text box shows the available roles. "Add" - The button opens up the "Role attributes" [ 183] window. In this window you can create and configure a new role.

  • Page 183: Personalization

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 7 Appendices Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Customizing the user interface and plug-in administration 7.3.5.5 "Role attributes" window Explanation The scope of actions of the respective role is displayed here. The dialog box is used for configuring the role.
  • Page 184 Configuration tab is subdivided into the following areas: "Language" ● Selection field The dialog language of the SIDEXIS XG interface can be changed here. "Tooth numbering" ● configuration group box The tooth numbering can be configured here. "International Tooth system (FDI)"...

  • Page 185: Error Processing

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 7 Appendices Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Error processing Error processing 7.4.1 Error messages Explanation The error messages generated by the SIDEXIS software are divided into different classes. Classes ● Notes and instructions [ 185] ● Questions and warnings [ 185] ●...

  • Page 186: List Of Error Messages

    7.4.2 List of error messages Explanation The list describes some of the error messages generated by SIDEXIS XG. Information how the user may eliminate the problem is also provided. NOTICE If this information does not lead to the desired result or the error is not included in the list, call the hotline for assistance.
  • Page 187 This is an internal error; unexpected data has appeared in the software. We cannot recommend any general way to proceed. You should report the error to Sirona Dental Systems with a description of the action that caused the error. Provided that it is possible to reproduce the occurrence of...
  • Page 188 7 Appendices Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Error processing Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG 1701 see 1700 1702 see 1700 1703 see 1700 1704 see 1700 1705 see 1700 1706 see 1700 1708 see 1610 1709 No further views of the active image can be saved to the database.

  • Page 189: Rescue Program (Sirescue.exe)

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH 7 Appendices Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Error processing 1804 You may need to install/reinstall the sensor being used. 1806 Connect a sensor or check the sensor’s cable or connection. 1807 The sensor has been successfully replaced or newly installed.
  • Page 190 Not for GALILEOS exposures! The SiRescue program does not work for GALILEOS exposures. In the event of difficulties transferring images with GALILEOS exposures, use the SIRONA CONTROL ADMIN Plug-in to resolve the problem. Please refer to the GALILEOS documentation. Recommendation ●...

  • Page 191: Service Utility

    Change the target path of the file if necessary. "Start" Press the button. The file " NGLogCollect.tar.gz " will be generated. Send this file to the SIRONA customer service center via E-mail upon request. 59 62 134 D 3407 D 3407.208.01.10.02 07.2009...

  • Page 192: Index

    Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Index Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Index Symbols ?? ..................50 » ................55 ~~ ..................49 Numerics 16 bit................137 acquisition unit select................78 acquisition units Question mark............78 Angle measurements ............93 angles................93 Anode current..............140 AP..................52 apex of the angle.............93 area ................138 backup................126...
  • Page 193 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Index Data loss ............... 167 Data security ..............167 data security..............74 data transfer ..............78 description............... 75 deselect................55 diagnostics is launched automatically ......59 digitization ............... 84 email ................71 email address..............
  • Page 194 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Index Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG hotline................186 Hygiene ................ 7 Hygienic protective sleeves.......... 7 image................74 image creation date............58 image database...............60 image date..............132 image description ............49 image type............23 image type code ............51 imported images..............93 incorrect assignment ............55 instructions ..............185...
  • Page 195 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Index name change ..............55 Network ................19 NGE ................30 NGE format NGE format .............. 30 NGLogCollect..............191 number of open images ..........75 number of the tooth ............77 OP programs..............51 orders ................
  • Page 196 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Index Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG ready dialog box ............80 ready for exposure ............74 register ................75 registration in the system ..........44 relative density ..............95 Relocated images............55 relocation............127 retention period ...............60 Retrieval ................132 retrieval................58 retrieved ................50 service disk..............13...
  • Page 197 Sirona Dental Systems GmbH Operator’s Manual SIDEXIS XG Index tube current ..............59 Tube voltage ..............140 tube voltage ..............59 VI..................50 Video acquisition ............... 7 Video camera ..............7 video image..............84 video images ..............39 Viewing stations .............. 20 Views Original view ............
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