Searching and managing patients and images..............9 5.2.2 DICOM storage (optional)....................9 5.2.3 Viewing and opening cases in Planmeca Romexis 3D module........... 9 5.2.4 Working with cases in Planmeca Romexis CAD/CAM module.......... 10 5.2.5 Working with cases in Planmeca Romexis Model Analyser module........10 5.2.6...
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12.15 Scanning multiple anteriors......................66 12.16 Non-restorative scanning........................66 12.16.1 Selecting initial scanning position..................67 12.16.2 Full arch scanning with Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S..........68 12.16.3 Full arch scanning with Planmeca PlanScan..............69 12.17 Scanning scan body........................71 12.18 Bite registration scanning....................... 73 12.18.1 Preparing bite registrations....................
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17.5 Spacer tool settings on bridges....................144 Functions in Planmeca Romexis......................145 18.1 Adjusting CAD/CAM settings......................145 18.2 Importing and exporting scans and cases..................150 18.3 Sending and receiving cases via Planmeca Romexis Cloud............150 Preparing restoration for milling......................151 19.1 Using milling settings........................151 19.2 Selecting block size........................153 19.3 Sprue placement..........................
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Table of contents 20.1.3 Autoclaving........................162 20.2 Cleaning scanner base.........................163 20.2.1 Planmeca Emerald......................163 Technical specifications..........................165 21.1 Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S scanners................165 21.1.1 Applicable standards......................165 21.1.2 Approvals (all systems)....................166 21.1.3 Optical specifications......................167 21.1.4 External components and connectors................168 21.1.5 UL listing...........................168...
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IEC 60364 - equipment is used according to the operating instructions. Planmeca pursues a policy of continual product development. Although every effort is made to produce up-to-date product documentation this publication should not be regarded as an infallible guide to current specifications. We reserve the right to make changes without prior notice.
The scanner takes digital impressions which can be used in different digital workflows in Planmeca Romexis or exported to a third party. NOTE The Planmeca PlanMill 40 S and 30 S milling units have separate user’s manuals. NOTE The Planmeca impression system is not indicated for orthopaedics or any indication beyond dentistry.
Be certain to read all product labelling. NOTE If any of the labels are missing or illegible, please contact Planmeca After Sales for replacement labels. NOTE The labels may have changed since this manual was published.
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Disposable item. Do not reuse. (Standard ISO 7000). Fragile General mandatory action General warning (Standard ISO 7010). Humidity limitation Keep away from rain. Laser information Laser warning Lot number Manufacturer (Standard ISO 7000). OFF Power IEC 60417-5008. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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Separate collection for electrical and electronic equipment according to Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE). Serial number (Standard ISO 7000) Standby IEC 60417-5010 Storage temperature limits Type B applied part (Standard IEC 60417). UL Laboratory Equipment Listing User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Failure to adhere to all safety warnings may result in personal injury, equipment damage, or data loss. WARNING Do not use the Planmeca products for any purpose other than its intended and labelled use. WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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WARNING The Planmeca scanner is designed to be used with the tip connected to the scanner. The connector pins on the scanner are energized when the tip is removed.
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Do not hold the scanner in a way that will cover the cooling vents. CAUTION Do not immerse the scanner base in liquid or expose the Planmeca products to conditions outside the operating conditions, see section "Technical specifications" on page 165 Clean the scanner according to the instructions in section "Cleaning / preventive maintenance"...
5 Getting started 5 Getting started To start using the Planmeca Romexis and the CAD/CAM module you need • Start Planmeca Romexis (see section "Starting Planmeca Romexis" on page 9). • Activate your Planmeca Romexis license. • Log in to Planmeca Romexis NOTE For detailed instructions see Planmeca Romexis User’s manual.
5.2.5 Working with cases in Planmeca Romexis Model Analyser module For detailed instructions see Planmeca Romexis user's manual. 5.2.6 Combining model to 3D volume A model can be combined to a 3D volume in Planmeca Romexis 3D module’s Volumes view.
6 Scanner setup 6 Scanner setup This section describes how to prepare the scanners for scanning. 6.1 Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S scanners The scanner comes with the following components: Planmeca Emerald S scanner • Scanner tip x 3 •...
6.1.2 Plugging scanner into laptop NOTE Keep the scanner connected to the cable at all times. Remove the cable from the scanner only when directed by customer support or when replacing the cable. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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1. Insert the USB-C cable into a USB 3 port on the laptop. All the ports on Planmeca laptop are USB 3. If you are not using a laptop provided by Planmeca, refer to your laptop’s user's manual to find the USB 3 port.
6 Scanner setup 6.1.3 Scanner tips Tip sizes • Standard tip x 2 • SlimLine tip x 1 The SlimLine logo is on the tip and the S displays on screen when in use. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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The Planmeca Emerald S / Emerald scanners come with removable tips. WARNING The Planmeca Emerald S / Emerald scanners are designed to be used with the tip connected to the scanner. The connector pins on the scanner are energized when the tip is removed. To ensure safety of the user and patient, do not touch the pins when the tip is removed.
Tip can be removed and disinfected while the next tip is being used. For cleaning instructions see section "Cleaning scanner tips" on page 161. 6.1.4 Scanner holder The Planmeca Emerald S and Emerald scanners come with a standalone holder. 6.2 Planmeca PlanScan scanner The scanner comes with the following components: •...
1. Attach the connector of the scanner into the adapter as illustrated. 2. Make sure the end is fully seated and a confirmation sound has been given from the Planmeca PlanCAD Easy. Disconnecting scanner When removing the scanner, hold the scanner connector with one hand and the adapter with the other hand.
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6 Scanner setup The smaller size tips are ideal for molar scanning. The landscape and portrait tips are compatible with Planmeca PlanCAD software revision 5.5 and later. The live view shows the differences in the scanning tips. The standard tip (on the left) has a higher focal point and captures more data at once.
6 Scanner setup WARNING The Planmeca PlanScan scanner is designed to be used with the tip connected to the scanner. The connector pins on the scanner are energized when the tip is removed. To ensure safety of the user and patient, do not touch the pins when the tip is removed.
Do not use the scanner when the battery is low. If the computer has to shut down before the model is generated, you will lose your scans. Make sure the laptop is plugged in during scanning to keep the scanning from slowing down. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Some system configurations will restrict the use and access of individual tabs. For communicating with associates or Planmeca you may wish to save an image of the screen. To take and save a screen-shot: On your keyboard, press the Windows and Print Screen (or Prt Scr) keys.
Teeth with indications (crown, abutment, inlay, onlay, veneer or pontic) • Occlusal scanning method (bite registration or buccal/opposing) • Tooth library • Restoration material • Translucency • Shade If you open an existing restoration, many of these settings may already be selected. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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9 Setting up restoration • You can select between: FDI (ISO) two-digit FDI World Dental Notation User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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• Universal Numbering System adopted by the ADA (American Dental Association). The numbering system can be set in Planmeca Romexis Configuration application, for more information see Planmeca Romexis Technical manual (publication number 10037884). 1. Start the setup by selecting the restoration site by clicking on the tooth / teeth on the anatomical model.
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2. Select the type of restoration by clicking on the appropriate restoration type. 3. Select the Buccal/Opposing scan type. NOTE The majority of Planmeca Romexis Cloud recipients will require Buccal/ Opposing cases. Bite registration cases can only be sent to recipients using Planmeca PlanCAD Easy. User's manual...
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Teeth 1-2 (7) through 2-2 (10) are Anterior A1. Teeth 1-3 (6) and 2-3 (11) are from Library A. Square-Round Teeth 1-2 (7) through 2-2 (10) are Anterior A2. Teeth 1-3 (6) and 2-3 (11) are from Library A. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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Teeth 1-2 (7) through 2-2 (10) are Anterior A2. Teeth 1-3 (6) and 2-3 (11) are from Library A. Cutback A4 For further processing in dental laboratories. The lingual pictures show the anterior library options grouped by type. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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9 Setting up restoration 5. Select material. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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"Milling IPS e.max ZirCAD" in chapter "Sending restoration to milling unit" on page 159 and the Planmeca PlanMill 30/40 S manual for information on how this material selection affects milling. 6. Select translucency (if applicable for the selected material). You can choose from low (LT), medium (MT) or high (HT) translucency.
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10. Link the restoration as a bridge by clicking the Link button and then clicking on the first and the last tooth of the bridge. 11. Proceed to scanning by clicking the Scan tab button. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
10 Scan tab overview 10.1 Scan type selection buttons Select the desired scan type by clicking these butttons. 10.2 Adjusting scan settings Open the scan settings dialog by clicking this button. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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When enabled, snapshots can be taken while hovering on the image. Take a snapshot by hovering over an area until you hear a shutter sound. With Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S scanners a snapshot can also be taken by holding down the lower button until a shutter sound is heard.
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When enabled, an HD image is added onto the ICE view of the model. DASH (Dynamic Adaptive Scanning Host) The DASH speeds up the scanning rate of Planmeca Emerald S and PlanScan scanners. It does not affect the Planmeca Emerald scanner.
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This increases accuracy but might slow down scanning. • By decreasing (-) resolution less filtering is applied. Restore Defaults To restore the default settings, click this button. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Settings For detailed description see section "Adjusting scan settings" on page 32. Active delete To remove data, click this button to enable active delete and scan the data to be removed. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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The scanner is in heating stage 1. The scanner is in heating stage 2. The scanner is ready for scanning or scanning is ongoing. Current tip type Portrait as currently selected tip. Landscape as currently selected tip. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Another screen appears with the results. If contamination occurs, clean with a germicide wipe. Do not autoclave. Store the colour balancer in a plastic bag or keep a dust cover on it. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
10 Scan tab overview Fast scanning mode When this indicator is shown you are using Planmeca PlanScan scanner’s fast scanning mode. 10.4 Model editing tools Eraser tool Use this tool to remove unnecessary data like extra teeth, tongue, cheek, etc. of the scanned model. The tool can also be used to erase a misalignment or a part of the model that you wish to rescan without starting over.
"Aligning models" on page 10.7 View mode selection tools Select from the following view modes by clicking the arrows: • Occlusal • Lingual • Mesial • Gingival • Buccal • Distal Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
To zoom out the model scroll the mouse wheel towards your wrist. Moving model The model can be moved on the screen without being rotated. 1. Position the pointer on the model. 2. Press and hold down the mouse wheel. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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11 Moving/viewing 3D models 3. Drag the model to the desired location and release the mouse wheel. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
• Select ICE view • Select Data density 1. Hold down both buttons simultaneously. A menu appears on the screen To open the menu with Planmeca PlanScan, press and hold down the top button. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
2. Point the scanner towards the screen and rotate the scanner clockwise or counter-clockwise to select a desired action. 3. When the desired action is highlighted release the buttons. 12.2 Selecting scan type Start the scanning by clicking the desired scanning tab: Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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Scan Body - For scanning the scan body on a dental implant. NOTE When using Planmeca Emerald scanner you can move between the scan tabs by pressing the bottom button of the scanner. The scanned model will be generated automatically when moving to the next scan tab.
1. Position the scanner along the mesial-distal axis with the tip of the scanner pointing towards the distal. The axis follows the curve of the arch. The pictures show correct and incorrect positions along the arch. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Watch the model building on the left to see what information has been captured and where you need to move the scanner. The first scan is the most important scan because it determines the default orientation. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Buccal bite and antagonist • Pre-op (a wax-up of existing anatomy before preparation) 11. To exit the software, click this button on the top left corner of the window. The image is automatically saved to Planmeca Romexis. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
The colour of the outline changes based on how close or far the scanner is from the surface ranging from green (close) to orange and red (far). User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Yellow/Orange - middle of the reading range. • Red - end of the reading range (far away from tip). NOTE Any colour shown means the scanner is capturing data. The colours only correspond to the focal distance. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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12 Scanning 12.4.1.2 Adjusting field of view size If for example tongue, cheek or instruments, are interfering with your scans you can reduce the size of the scanning area. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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12 Scanning Select the desired size (small, medium or large). 12.4.1.3 Taking snapshots from live view To take a snapshot of the live view press the tab key Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Planmeca Romexis 2D module’s image browser. Photos category, click Refresh. If the snapshots are nor visible in the For more information on how to access the snapshots see Planmeca Romexis user's manual. 12.5 Scanning antagonist The opposing teeth are scanned to acquire bite information for the proposal.
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If the alignment fails (the buccal alignment icon is red), see section "Aligning buccal data" on page 58 on how to manually align the data. 6. If desired click Refine Bite (unavailable if the models are not aligned). User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
To display a distance indicator (in mm) move the mouse cursor around the model. Occlusal Contacts legend displayed with the bite alignment tool indicates the strength of the bite or the distance to the opposing dentition assisting in defining bite intensity and clearance. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
On the Alignment screen the buccal bite model is translucent to aid in Show/Hide Buccal option which evaluation. The buccal bite has an extra enables hiding the buccal bite model and evaluating the opposing and prep models. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Buccal button is red. In this case you can manually realign the data. To designate the position of the three models (preparation, opposing, and buccal bite) in relation to each other proceed as follows: 1. Click Align Buccal. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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Distinctive features can include a cusp tip, groove, unique gingiva, etc. Do NOT click on smooth/round parts of the model or the model base. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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If the system is unable to align the drag and drop points that you selected, the models will go back to their original positions. Try again. To view the alignment with the buccal bite model removed click Show/ Hide Buccal. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Fill in missing data where needed. 12.9.1 Checking model for missing data 1. Click Data density view. The model refreshes with dark blue areas indicating the least data. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Be sure to erase and rescan ALL modified areas. The eraser can also be used in the pre-op, bite registration and scan body time saver tools. Click the Eraser tool to deactivate it and regenerate the model. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Use Pre-op scan when you want to scan a pre-operative tooth or a wax-up. Pre-op scans can be used in combination with the Library tooth or can be used as a template, like a bite registration. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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7. To deactivate the Eraser Tool, re-click it. 8. Activate the scanner and begin the scans with the occlusal of one of the adjacent teeth. Once you have established where you are, you can begin scanning the preparation. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
1. Start the scan on the occlusal of the preparation and then proceed to mesial proximal. 2. Rotate to the lingual and scan the teeth. 3. Rotate across the distal proximal to reach the facial side. 4. Scan the facial side. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Retract tool. • Buccal scanning - double buccal is enabled. Scan the molars on each side to get accurate alignment, for more information see section "Scanning buccal bite" on page 55. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Check that the scanner is straight over the incisal as illustrated. The scanner is incorrectly positioned if positioned straight from facial side, tilted towards facial or lingual side. For detailed description, see section "Full arch scanning with Planmeca PlanScan" on page 69. NOTE To eliminate interference of soft tissue, retraction devices are highly recommended.
12 Scanning 12.16.2 Full arch scanning with Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S 1. Start on the distal surface of one side and scan the occlusal of the entire arch. On the anteriors, rotate back and forth from the lingual and facial surfaces.
Buccal 2. 5. If needed repeat the refinement on Buccal 2. 12.16.3 Full arch scanning with Planmeca PlanScan 1. Keep the scanner in this orientation while scanning the anteriors. The end of the scanner should not follow the curve of the arch. (1) 2.
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Watch the demo videos for specifics on technique. Failure to capture using this method will result in loss of accuracy. 7. Scan the buccal scan the same way than with Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S, see Buccal scan for detailed instructions in section "Full arch scanning with Planmeca Emerald and Emerald S"...
1. Start scanning the occlusal surface of the jaw in which the implant is placed. Scan buccal and lingual surfaces. Make sure you have properly scanned the approximal contacts and the emergence profile. 2. Evaluate the model and make adjustments as needed. Select Scan Body scan type. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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4. Insert the scan body. 5. Start the scanning at the gingival in order to capture enough data. When possible, include teeth and tissue in the scans. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
6. Scan the antagonist and buccal bite as usual. 12.18 Bite registration scanning A bite registration can be used to optimize occlusion for proper alignment with the opposing tooth. Scan the preparation, ensuring there is enough User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Note that if you remove and replace it, the bite registration material may not seat properly. 12.18.2 Scanning preparation model Setup screen, select Bite registration. 1. On the Upper or Lower is automatically selected based on the selected tooth number. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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If you do not wish to use the Time Saver, the bite registration and adjacent teeth can be scanned on their own. To use time saver click OK. NOTE Time Saver cannot be used with Impression Mode. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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12 Scanning A copy of the preparation model is created in the bite registration model colour. 4. Click the eraser tool. 5. Erase the preparation and the marginal ridges of the adjacent teeth. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
This icon only appears on the 2. Click and drag the tools to highlight the areas of the opposing dentition that would come into contact with the restoration. 3. Click Bite Selection tool again to deactivate it. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
For positioning see also section "Positioning scanner" on page 46. NOTE Be careful not to squeeze or otherwise distort the impression while scanning. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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You can use the Data Density View to be sure there is enough data. 6. If there are areas that need additional scans, such as the mesial interproximal area, take extra scans. 7. Click Data Density View to deactivate it. 8. Click Impression Mode. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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The model is inverted into normal view. All other tabs will use the inverted model of the impression for creating the proposal. 9. Click the Margin Tool button and continue with the normal procedure for drawing the margin and designing the proposal. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Margin tab is selected, Orientation is automatically activated. The When the model displays with the Orientation Circle. When Orientation is active, use the left mouse button to rotate the model to the exact desired position. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
To move the model so that your preparation is centred, hold down the mouse scroll wheel and move the model. The circle graphic moves with the model, but you can see the model moving in relation to the tabs at the top of the screen. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
The occlusal view is good for buccal/ lingual adjustments. 1. Position your mouse near the Buccal label on the circle graphic. 2. Hold down the left mouse button and move the mouse straight up. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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2. Evaluate the cusp heights of the adjacent teeth. Align your cusps and axial walls according to the Curve of Spee. Cusps before alignment Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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If necessary you can return to the Occlusal or Distal view to make adjustments You do not want to adjust the orientation from the buccal or lingual point of view because it is easy to accidentally change the mesial/ distal alignment at the same time. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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13 Orientating models 4. Click Occlusal. 5. From the occlusal, ensure the model is straight across from mesial to distal. You can imagine a straight line going from the mesial to the distal; INCORRECT: Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
To move the model into position based on the first scan, click Reset. 13.6 Rotating model If the scanner is not pointing towards the distal on the first scan, the surface indicators will be backwards. This is easily fixed with Orientation. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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13 Orientating models 1. Click the Facial arrow. 2. Click and drag the model in sideways motion multiple times to turn the model around. 3. Continue with the normal Orientation work-flow. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
This is an optional step which can make it easier to alter the orientation for each restoration. 1. To re-orientate the restoration, click and hold down the scroll wheel. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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When the scroll wheel is released, the circle graphic refreshes and moves to the centre. Repeat as necessary. 3. To get the correct orientation for the first tooth, rotate the model. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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6. While on the second tab, click Orientation to designate the orientation for the second preparation. 7. Drag the model so that the second preparation is centred. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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9. Click Orientation to accept. Clicking on each tooth’s tab moves the model to that tooth’s orientation. NOTE The model is centred on the original central point regardless of the tooth you have selected. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Margin view tools. 14.1 Using margin aid tools View ICE Preparation NOTE For intraoral cases only. Use View ICE Preparation to toggle between ICE view and stone view. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
The Paint tool is recommended for drawing supragingival margins. 1. Click the Paint button. 2. Draw the outer margin edge by pressing and holding down the left mouse button while dragging the mouse around the scanned preparation. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
1. Click the Trace button. 2. To highlight the high contour areas in green, click Show features. 3. Zoom in and rotate the model until there is a good view of the margin. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Trace tool. Draw the margin in the middle of the green high contour indication. 5. Click on the margin. A dot appears as the starting point. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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14 Defining margin 6. Draw the margin in the middle of the green high contour indication. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
To delete the margin and start over, click the Trace, or Lasso button. 14.2.3 Lassoing The Lasso tool is recommended for partial restorations and supragingival margins with a sharp edge. 1. Click the Lasso button. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
4. Finish the margin by clicking the blue starting dot. If you need to delete the margin and start over, click the Trace or Lasso button. 14.2.4 Adding segments Use the Add Segments tool to redraw a portion of the margin. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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2. Start by clicking on a section of the margin line that is acceptable. 3. Add new points by clicking across the gap on the line. A line is traced where you click. To create a curve use multiple clicks. 4. Click Add Segments. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
2. Click and hold down the mouse button on the margin line. NOTE You can change the tool’s area of influence by dragging the yellow button to increase or decrease the size of the ellipse. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
ICE View is not converted to STL format and cannot be used as a visual aid. Without retraction, the margin may be difficult for your recipient to see. Before starting the retraction the margin has to be drawn and edited. Click Retract. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
1. Click the tooth number tab for each abutment and draw the margin on the selected tooth. An edentulous space does not technically have a margin. The margin is drawn to aid the design process. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
NOTE For intraoral cases only. ICE Margin Mode determines which view the system uses to create the margin curve when using the Lasso tool. 1. Click Settings button. 2. Click ICE Margin Mode button. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Do not show this message again. 1. Click Selection area button. Selection Area window opens and the selection area tool options appear at the bottom of the screen. 2. Click Add to Selection. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
4. When you are satisfied with the selection area, click Margin Tool to edit the margin. 14.5.1 Removing area from selection 1. Click Remove from Selection. 2. Click and drag to select areas you want to remove 3. Repeat as needed. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
These act the same as the margin tools. Tracing 1. Click Trace. 2. Click or drag the mouse around the edges of the pre-op to designate the area that you want to combine with the library tooth. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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A black line traces where you click. Use multiple clicks to create a curve. 4. Finish by re-clicking Add Segments. The system redraws the pre-op area line and removes the bad section. 5. Repeat as needed. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Alt for occlusal/gingival adjustment Hold down the shortcut key while dragging with the mouse. NOTE To avoid distorting the anatomy, use these shortcuts carefully. To view the opposing information click the View Bite Registration icon. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
1. Click on the Resize button. 2. Drag the restoration to appropriate size. Moving 1. Click on the Move button 2. Drag the restoration into the right place. 15.2 Checking bite 1. Click twice on the bite registration tool. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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The bite registration shows in translucent. 2. Check the bite. If the bite is too heavy in some areas and the proposal too high in some areas use the Move tool to lower it. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
The tools on the left menu, each of which provides additional options in the box below the restoration: Tooth Libraries Spacer Tool Incremental Change Tools Freeform Change Tools Contact Refinement Abutments Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
To resize the preview tooth, hold down the Alt key and use the up or down arrows. It should be close in size to the adjacent teeth. The preview tooth can be moved to aid in Autogenesis. Click and drag the tooth into closer alignment with the adjacent teeth. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Library A tooth. Use the following steps to move or resize the library A tooth to modify the proposal, if desired. 1. Click Tooth Libraries. The Pre-op selection preview displays as green and the Library A tooth as dark red. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Click Incremental Change Tools button on the left most menu. The Incremental Change options appear. The recommended order (1. Rotate, 2. Move, 3. Expand) is instructed in the following sections. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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The Move controls are for overall movement and use a numerical distance field in conjunction with six directional arrows to move the occlusal table. 1. Use the number field or pop-up list to set the movement distance in microns. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
4. Click and release the mouse button. Rotate and zoom as needed to view the changes. Click and hold while dragging to make a line of material. Repeat, as necessary. To discard changes click Undo. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
16.4.6 Defining anatomical features Define Feature is used to add anatomical features to the restoration. Multiple features can be drawn and moved simultaneously. 1. Click the Define Feature button and trace the feature on the restoration proposal. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
2. Use the arrow controls to move the highlighted area in the desired direction. As an alternative, use the Rubber Tooth icon to pull or push the feature to the desired position or shape. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
By broadening the interproximal contacts you can also make the proposal more square. Start by selecting the desired strength for the bite and/or contacts. To adjust the selected strength you can: • automatically change the occlusal table or the interproximal contacts by clicking Refine, Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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16 Customizing restoration design • circle the desired area, • adjust the proposal by selecting Occlusal view and then clicking Broaden Distally and/or Broaden Mesially. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Broadening is suited e.g. for posterior crowns. The proposal is adjusted in set increments. It is not connected to the selected strength. NOTE Be careful not to overuse the broadening buttons to avoid making the proposal too square. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
16.6.1 Hide model To show / hide the adjacent teeth click this button. Hiding of the model is especially helpful when adjusting the contact areas. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
These are usually not a deterrent to the design process. If desired, Margin tab and edit the Selection Area. return to the 16.6.2 Material thickness Design tab click To show /hide the material thickness indicators in the Material Thickness. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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The thickness shown represents the shortest distance to the preparation (green line) and not necessarily the vertical thickness at that point (red line). User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Each time you click Slice Plane, a different cross section is shown. If needed, click and drag the slice plane line into the desired position. The thin dotted white line represents the slice plane’s original location. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
16.6.5 View bite registration, opposing model, or pre-op If a bite registration, opposing model, or pre-op was scanned, it can be viewed anytime during design. 1. Click View Pre-op View Bite Registration. To view the opposing model, click View Bite Registration. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
2. Click again to remove the template from view. 16.7 Designing abutments Start by clicking the Abutments button. Selecting implant system and block 1. In the opening window click the Select Implant System button. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
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2. For the implant system, select the manufacturer, brand and diameter. For the block, select material, translucency and shade. Confirm your selections by clicking Select. Creating hybrid crow Click the Create Hybrid Crown button. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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16 Customizing restoration design The hybrid crown appears on the model. 2. To adjust the emergence profile and neck length, use the sliders. The colour scale indicate tissue contact. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Margin Boost. Each type of restoration has the option of different settings. Select the appropriate settings for each restoration type. For crowns all of the options are selected by default. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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16 Customizing restoration design Contacts and Occlusion are selected For inlays and onlays For veneers all of the options are deselected. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Occlusal Contact in Autogenesis and Contact Refinement. NOTE Autogenesis may not create an interproximal contact if the proposal makes contact with gingival tissue, as illustrated in the example below. In that case create the contact manually. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Make any desired changes to the Margin Boost. In Tooth Libraries, click Apply to regenerate the proposal with the new settings. The settings are saved for the next proposal. NOTE Margin Boost is recommended over the use of Margin Thickness. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
When using the Incremental Change tools, the margins do not adjust to the new position until Apply is clicked or another tool is selected. 16.10 Mirroring contralateral dentition With contralateral tooth copy option an existing contralateral dentition can be copied and mirrored onto preparation. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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6. Orientate models (see section "Orientating models" on page 81) and define the margin (see section "Defining margin" on page 93). 7. Select pre-op editing tool and designate the anatomy of the contra-lateral dentition to copy. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
1. Scan, orientate and draw margins for both preparations (see sections "Scanning" on page 43, "Orientating models" on page 81 and "Defining margin" on page 93. 2. Plan and design the first restoration proposal. 3. Click the second tooth tab. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Any changes on the Plan tab for the second tooth is ignored when a design is being copied. The position of the contralateral design is based on the orientation of both preparations. Check the orientation of both teeth. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Setup tab select each tooth that is part of the bridge - the 1. On the abutment(s) and the pontic(s). 2. Select the restoration type for each tooth. 3. Click the Link button. The cursor changes to a chain symbol. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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The teeth are now designated as a bridge. 5. Select the first tooth in the bridge and designate the Library, Material, and Shade. The material and shade is duplicated on the other teeth in the bridge when you click on them. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Autogenesis with the design. 17.3 Designing bridges With any multiples case, it is generally best to start the Autogenesis process on a tooth with an existing neighbor. In a bridge case, that means starting with the abutments. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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The contacts of the bridge teeth will be fused together to form the bridge, so the actual contact strength is not a concern, but the contact should be heavy enough to ensure a proper connection. Mill tab. 8. When you are satisfied with your designs, click the Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Any thin area should be evaluated. 4. Move the Slice Plane to a connector. If the Slice Plane needs to be rotated to slice through the thinnest part, hold down the Ctrl key while moving the mouse to rotate. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
The normal maximum for the spacer is 0.20 mm. On bridge cases, the spacer defaults to 0.20 mm and can be increased to 0.30 mm. A larger default margin ramp of 1 mm is used to aid in stability. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis 18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis 18.1 Adjusting CAD/CAM settings To access Planmeca Romexis CAD/CAM module, click the CAD/CAM module button. Click Settings. You can scroll to left and right between the settings categories by placing the mouse cursor over the arrow.
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18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis Version Displays the version of the software. Reset warnings Do not show these messages again . If a new You can select the option operator is using the system, you may want to reactivate these warnings.
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18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis Margin ramp (For design systems) Default: 0.25 Default setting for the margin ramp incline. Use the slider or type a number in the box to change the setting. Increasing the margin ramp decreases the space between the restoration and preparation at the shoulder.
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18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis Default setting for the dropper tool has an amount / thickness of material and how much surface area it covers. • Thickness 0.040 • Width 2.000 Spaceball settings (Optional) Select to activate the Spaceball option.
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18 Functions in Planmeca Romexis Mill notification settings Use Mill Notification Settings to enable or disable the Mill Status on the laptop. Milling settings In Milling Settings you can select Standard (overmill) or Undermill setting. This settings only affect proposal with a sharp interior, like an anterior incision edge.
18.3 Sending and receiving cases via Planmeca Romexis Cloud Planmeca Romexis Cloud is a subscription based service that is integrated into Planmeca Romexis and can be used to transfer images and documents between Planmeca Romexis users. All transfers are encrypted and always appointed from user to user (both using Planmeca Online account), eg.
To change any of the settings listed below, click the Settings button on the Mill tab. Network settings This should only be changed by a customer service representative. Incorrect network settings will make the Planmeca PlanCAD Easy unable to communicate with the job server and milling unit. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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1. Proposal 2. Preparations 3. Standard 4. Undermill Simulation settings Mill tab to view / edit the Simulation Settings. Click Settings on the Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
If the restoration will not fit into any of the block sizes available for the selected material, click Settings to select a different material. 19.3 Sprue placement The default setting for the sprue can be changed, see section "Adjusting CAD/CAM settings" on page 145. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Do not mill a partial sprue if another position with full sprue is available. The orientation affects the position of the sprue. 4. Deactivate View Model to ensure the sprue is properly placed. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
19.5.1 Simulating and milling IPS e.max ZirCAD When milling IPS e.max ZirCAD perform a Sim to ensure inner surfaces are cleared out. For bridges, ensure the connectors are above minimum area requirements for strength. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
When simulating IPS e.max ZirCAD material always select the Detailed simulation option. If you are simulating with Planmeca PlanMill 40 milling unit or if the model of This case the unit is not indicated underneath the touch screen check the will be missed on a PlanMill 40 (not “S”...
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4. Click Slice Placement once or twice to get the desired slice direction. 5. Drag the slice to the approximate area of the overmilling. Rotate and zoom to evaluate. NOTE A maximum zoom of 1 mm is recommended. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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If you mill a problematic proposal, you may have too much spacer and loss of retention or you may have hangups and have to adjust the restoration (and mill another block) or adjust the preparation. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Recommended milling modes according to block size, material and restoration type Block size / Crown Bridges Inlay Onlay Veneer material I-12 Detailed Detailed C-14 Standard Standard C-16 Standard User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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Click OK to continue . If you are using a Planmeca PlanMill 40 milling unit (not the “S” model), This case will be missed on a PlanMill 40 checkbox before clicking check the Send to Mill.
20 Cleaning / preventive maintenance 20 Cleaning / preventive maintenance To guarantee the scanner’s proper operation, it must be checked and serviced once a year by a qualified Planmeca service technician. 20.1 Cleaning scanner tips NOTE For intraoral scanning systems only.
If necessary you can clean the surfaces as instructed in step 1 above. Ensure each surface is dry before connecting it to the scanner. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
2. Follow the germicide manufacturer’s instructions. 20.2.1 Planmeca Emerald Cleaning rubber sleeve The rubber sleeve of the scanner should be removed once a month for cleaning. 1. Start on the bottom of the sleeve and flip/roll it upwards. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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2. Continue rolling to the top of the scanner until you can pull it off. 3. Clean the cover and base with germicide as instructed in section "Cleaning scanner base" on page 163 above. 4. Ensure the cover is right-side-out and slide it back onto the scanner. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Scanner holder 119 mm x 186 mm x 114 mm (4.7 x 7.3 x 4.5 in.) Approximate weight Scanner with tip and cable Planmeca Emerald S : 339 g (11.97 oz) Planmeca Emerald : 338 g (11.94 oz) Scanner base Planmeca Emerald S : 213 g (7.51 oz)
ISO 14971:2007 ISO 13485:2003 21.1.2 Approvals (all systems) North America Product Safety Mark (NRTL) - UL C/US International CB Scheme Product Safety Test Certificate (UL) CB Scheme EMC Test Certificate (INTERTEK) CE Mark (TUV) Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
200 mW. The scanner incorporates design features that prevent exposure to any hazardous levels of laser radiation in normal operation modes and in any reasonable fault conditions. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Output rated 19.5 V dc Output current rated 9 A minimum Planmeca PlanScan is for indoor use only. The user moves the sensor into the operation position by hand. The system is used by dental care professionals. Prior to installation of the system check that the local conditions are compatible with the appliance design.
Laser Notice No. 50, dated June 24, 2007. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
IEC 60950. Connectors for attaching external devices conduct low voltages. Avoid touching the connector pins. Internal fuse The scanner contains an internal fuse. For changing the fuse please contact your local Planmeca sales representative. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
UL Medical Equipment Listing MEDICAL - GENERAL MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AS TO ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE AND MECHANICAL HAZARDS ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1 (2005) CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60601-1:2008 EN 60601-1 (2006) IEC 60601-1-2 IEC 60825-1 30SD Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – electromagnetic emission The Planmeca Emerald scanner is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of Planmeca Emerald scanner should assure that it is used in such an environment.
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3 Vrms 150 kHz to 80 Not applicable Portable and mobile RF 61000-4-6 communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Planmeca Emerald scanner, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
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Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3V / m. Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Planmeca Emerald scanner. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
Electromagnetic environment -guidance The Planmeca Emerald scanner is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the Planmeca Emerald scanner can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the Planmeca Emerald scanner as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
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Magnetic field IEC characteristic of a 61000-4-8 typical location in a typical commercial or hospital environment. Note:Uт is the A.C. mains voltage prior to application of the test level. User's manual Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system...
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3 Vrms 150 kHz to 80 Not applicable Portable and mobile RF 61000-4-6 communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the Planmeca PlanScan scanner, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter.
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Recommended Separation Distances Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Planmeca PlanScan scanner. The Planmeca PlanScan scanner is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The user of the Planmeca PlanScan scanner can help...
(or any other time that you are hovering). NOTE The Planmeca Emerald scanner does not contain any interchangeable or detachable parts specified replaceable by service personnel. Planmeca FIT CAD/CAM system User's manual...
This product must NOT be disposed of with other waste. It is the user’s responsibility to dispose of their waste electrical and electronic equipment by handing it over to an approved reprocessor, or by returning it to Planmeca for reprocessing. For more information about where you can send your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office or Planmeca.
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