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User Manual Model : VEX-P300 Version : 1.49 English Full Version Postal Code: 18449 13, Samsung 1-ro 2-gil, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, Korea www.vatech.com...
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Phone: (+82) 1588 9510 E-mail: gcs@vatech.co.kr This document is originally written in English. The EzRay Air Portable is referred to as a device in this manual. Manual Name: EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual Document number: VDH-UM-067 Version: 1.49...
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Enter Password ..................24 Operation Mode ..................25 Positioning ..................... 27 Exposure ....................36 Using the Battery ................... 38 Service Mode ..................47 Overview ....................47 Changing System Parameters ............. 48 Service Mode Menu ................51 EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
How to Attach a Device to a Tripod ............. 77 How to Use Rotating Rectangular Cover ..........80 Tables of Exposure Times (Default) ............ 82 X-ray Dose Data ..................86 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Information ......95 Abbreviations ..................98 EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
operator. Disclaimer: EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) is sold with the understanding that the user assumes sole responsibility for radiation safety (as well as any state, provincial, or local regulatory compliance) and that VATECH, its agents or representatives, do not accept...
Light injury • Property damage • Indicates a potentially harmful situation, and improper handling may result in: Property damage • Indicates usage and other valuable information. Indicates a possible danger from radiation exposure. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Main Label Caution: Federal law restricts this device to sale by or about a Main Label licensed healthcare practitioner. Main Label, Generator Manufacturer’s name and address Label Main Label, Generator Date of manufacture Label EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Using a Torx wrench, unscrew the Main Label battery bay access door. Lift the door after the removal of the Main Label screw. This symbol indicates the direction Cone’s upper part of cover attachment/detachment. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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1. General and Regulatory Information 1.4.1 Label Locations Generator Label Main Label UDI Label The labels' design and contents may be different in some countries based on local regulations and standards. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
ANSI/AAMI, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60601-1 regulation. Classifications (IEC60601-1 6.1): Protection against the ingress of water: Ordinary Equipment (IPX0) Protection against electric shock: Class II equipment, Type B Applied Parts: Round Cover, Rectangular Cover, Rotating Rectangular Cover EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
If it is damaged or defective, contact your Service Representative for replacement. Mode of operation: Non-continuous operation with cyclic loading—This device needs a rest time of at least 60 times the exposure time before starting the next exposure. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
(i.e., noise) between other devices in the area during specific examinations or medical treatment. Battery chargers must be in an accessible area where they can be easily unplugged from the power source. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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If the device has not been used for long periods, it is recommended to charge the battery before use. After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge and discharge the cells or batteries several times to obtain maximum performance. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Policies established by the government. When selecting a Position Indicating Device, it should be considered if the PID can be used with the backscatter shield attached at the cone's outer end for most operator protection. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
X-ray exposure using intra-oral image receptors. Indications for Use EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) is an extraoral diagnostic dental X-ray source to produce X-ray images using intraoral image receptors. It is indicated for use by a dentist or a dental technician for both adult and pediatric patients.
Rotating Rectangular Cover (4x3) ● Rotating Rectangular Cover (2x3) ● Remote Exposure Switch ●* Base Holder ●* Tripod ●* ** Read the notice on the next page for the options with the symbol (*) EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
3. System Overview The remote exposure switch, base holder, and tripod are provided with EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) for users in the countries where a hand-held X-ray device is prohibited in the clinic. For more information, please contact a VATECH representative in your area.
Alternatively, it can be used as a service port Strap Loop Connect the strap. Display for the X-ray exposure settings and Control panel operation conditions Includes the X-ray tube and the high-voltage X-ray Generator generator. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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2) Indicates the battery needs to be Indicator charged when it flickers. SET Button Resets the X-ray exposure angle. Speaker Sound alarm for the X-ray exposure Tooth Type Selects the tooth type. Selection EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Kingdom, the United States, and some AUTO Button countries. (Consult the sales representative in your country for details) In these countries, only “NA” is displayed on the panel when this button is pressed. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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When using a tripod with 3 columns, make sure to have space of at least 1 min-width on the bottom. Refer to Appendix A.2 How to Use Rotating Rectangular Cover for instructions for use. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Make sure that at least one battery indicator light comes on. Battery level 1 When the battery indicator has one flickering light, charge the battery immediately by using the battery charger. For more information, refer to 4.6 Using the Battery. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Turn the jog dial to choose a number and press the dial to move to the next digit. When all three digits are set, press the jog dial again to save the setting. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
When the tooth type selection area flickers, turn the jog dial to select the tooth type. To see the Control panel before and after selection, refer to the figures below. Before tooth type selection After tooth type selection Tooth Type Symbol Type Incisor Canine Molar/Premolar Bitewing EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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When pressing the jog dial after adjusting the exposure time in Manual Mode, the exposure time is returned to the default setting. To save the exposure time as default in Manual Mode, press and hold the jog dial for about 3 seconds. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Have the patient sit on the chair with the sagittal plane vertical. For radiography of the upper maxillary, the Frankfort plane must be horizontal. Frankfort plane For radiography of the lower maxillary, the Occlusal plane must be horizontal. Occlusal plane EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Please refer to 2.2 Warnings and Safety Instructions. For further information about the patient positioning and beam angle for each mode, refer to the following Positioning Instructions. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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1. Phosphor plate or Sensor 2. Long axis of the tooth Position the tube head to the patient using the accepted standard positioning procedures. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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The x-ray beam is directed downward at 45°. Teeth Angle of inclination Incisor Maxilla +45˚ Mandibular Incisor The x-ray beam is directed upward at 25°. Teeth Angle of inclination Incisor Mandible -25˚ EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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The x-ray beam is directed downward at 45°. Teeth Angle of inclination Canine Maxilla +45˚ Mandibular Canine The x-ray beam is directed upward at 20°. Teeth Angle of inclination Canine Mandible -20˚ EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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The x-ray beam is directed downward at 30°. Teeth Angle of inclination Molar and Premolar Maxilla +30˚ Mandibular Molar and Premolar The x-ray beam is directed upward at 5°. Teeth Angle of inclination Molar and Premolar Mandible -5˚ EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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For a bitewing exposure, the patient closes their teeth during exposure on the phosphor plate/sensor holder. The x-ray beam is directed downward at 5° ~ 8° Teeth Angle of inclination Bitewing exposure +5˚~ +8˚ EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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4. Operation Positioning the Imaging Sensor Using EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300), a portable dental X-ray system, you may create an X-ray image on different types of imaging receptors: Digital sensors • Phosphor plate • To ensure image quality, the digital imaging sensor must be appropriately positioned (for information about the imaging sensor's proper placement, please refer to ‘Positioning Instructions.’...
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When using the PID, the X-ray device's exit pattern should be aligned perpendicular to the target receptor, as shown in the following figure. Once the PID is appropriately aligned, instruct the patient not to move. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Yellow: X-ray On Hold the Exposure Button or switch if the acoustic signal can be heard. Otherwise, the exposure will be faulty, and there will be an error message on the Control panel. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Remote Exposure Switch cable is not detached out from the unit accidentally during the operation. Keep vocal/visual contact with the patient during exposure. If any problem occurs during exposure, release the Remote Exposure Switch immediately. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
A.10, as shown (see the figure below). After the device is connected to the battery charger and the battery level becomes ‘Level 1’, all functions are returned to normal operation. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Be sure to replace the battery (provided by VATECH). When the device is connected to the battery charger, the Battery Charging Indicator is always displayed except that the battery is fully discharged. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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When the battery duration decreases to half or less than half compared to when the battery was new, contact your Service Representative to get a new battery. To check how to replace the battery, see ‘Battery Replacement.’ EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Phillips screwdriver). Workforce One person, 3 minutes Tools required Phillips screwdriver (size: T20) Removal Procedure Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the battery bay access door. Lift the door and remove the battery. Battery EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Press and disconnect the battery Battery cable connector cable connector After disconnecting the battery cable DO NOT pull excessively on the battery cable. Install the new battery in the reverse order of removal. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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To return to normal operation, press any button on the device (except for the X- ray Exposure Button). When the device is not in use, turn off the power to avoid battery consumption. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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To return to normal operation, press any button on the device (except for the X- ray Exposure Button). When the device is not in use, turn off the power to avoid battery consumption. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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All displays are turned off on the Control panel. To return to normal operation in the Power Down Mode, MUST turn off the system and turn it back on. Refer to 5.3.10 Power Down Mode On/Off to disable the mode. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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5.3.7 Waiting Time Setting for the Sleep Mode 2 5.3.8 Waiting Time Setting for the Power Down Mode 5.3.9 Buzzer On/Off 5.3.10 Power Down Mode On/Off 5.3.11 Password Setting EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Press and hold the SET button and jog dial simultaneously (for about 3 seconds). Enter the 3 digits numeric password using the jog dial. (default password: 000) Turn the dial to choose a number and press it to move to the next digit. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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The system provides 24 service modes. To change each mode's settings from n.01 to n.24, press the AUTO button on the left. Upon pressing the button, n.01 is displayed on the control panel. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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To resume the operation, press the SET button and the jog dial simultaneously and hold them for about 3 seconds. Restart the device to check if the change is saved correctly EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
To save the setting, press the jog dial and hold it until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the factory default setting is on. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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After entering the mode, turn the jog dial to adjust the exposure time. Press the jog dial again and hold it until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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‘adult’ as default, then “YES” is displayed on the Control panel. Press the jog dial again and hold it until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved correctly. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Restart the device to check if the setting is saved correctly. To deactivate the password mode, select n.17, and repeat the procedure. In the United States, Password Mode is set as a default and cannot be turned off by users EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Turn the jog dial to adjust the angle increments you want. Press the dial again and hold it until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the setting is saved correctly. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Turn the jog dial to the right to change the time (The selection is available from 1 to 999 minutes). Press the dial again until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved correctly. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Turn the dial to change the default time (The selection is available from 1 to 999 minutes). Press the dial again and hold it until you hear a beep Restart the device to check if the new setting is correctly saved. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Turn the jog dial to change the default time (The selection is available from 5 to 999 minutes). Press the dial again and hold it until you hear a beep. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved correctly. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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“003” = Buzzer On for both 3. Press the dial again and hold it until a beep is heard. 4. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved correctly (optional). EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Press the dial again and hold it until a beep is heard. Restart the device to check if the new setting is saved correctly. To turn on the Power Down Mode again, select n.23 and repeat the procedure above. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Follow the same procedure for the next two digits. Press the dial until you hear a beep. Check if the new password has been correctly saved. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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A.11 Always disconnect the device from the charger before the start. Appears when the battery level is below the E.12 reference value during X-ray exposure. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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The receptor is facing the completely white. Reposition the receptor. wrong way. X-ray emission works, but Exposure time is too Increase the exposure time. exposure is too short. dark. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
DO NOT use spray cleaner or disinfectant directly into the device as this could cause a fire. The soft cloth should be damp but not dripping wet. The clothes or wipes cannot be re-used. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Avoid placing the device near chemical storage and gas-filled storage facilities. When the device is not in use for a long time, fully charge the battery and remove it from the device before storage. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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‘4.6 Using the Battery’. Ensure that all visible labels are intact and legible. Monthly If any defects are found, do not operate the device since the problem must be handled only by qualified personnel. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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For disposal in countries outside of the European Union: This symbol is only valid in the European Union (EU). When discarding this device, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct disposal method. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Dissipation X-ray Tube Target Material Tungsten Target Angle 12.5° Inherent Filtration Min. 1.5 mm Al X-ray Coverage 70 mm at SID 200 mm Tube Voltage Max. 65 kV Tube Current Max. 3.0 mA EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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9. Device Specifications X-ray Tube Characteristics Maximum rating chart Emission characteristics Heating and cooling curves of X-ray tube housing assembly EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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9. Device Specifications Tube Dimensions [mm] EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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For details on using the battery charger, see ‘Battery Use.’ Power Supply is specified as a part of the ME EQUIPMENT. Power plugs may have various specifications for each country. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
-10 ~ 60 ℃ Transport and storage Relative humidity 10 ~ 75 % non-condensing Atmospheric pressure 860 ~ 1060 hPa Failure to follow the specifications above can result in severe injury and device damage. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
A screwdriver with a magnetic tip (preferred) Mounting Procedure Prepare the Base Holder, Tripod, and Remote Exposure Switch with a cable. The base holder’s bottom and upper parts are connected with 4 cross-head screws. (See the below) EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Ensure that the Base holder’s bottom part is securely attached to the Tripod’s base plate before connecting the upper part. Ensure to hold the device to avoid a fall while connecting the Base Holder’s upper part. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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How to connect the Remote X-ray Exposure Switch: Connect the Gender Cable to the Base Holder using the screwdriver. And plug the Cable’s end into the Remote X- ray Exposure Switch Port. Connect the Remote X-ray Exposure Switch to the Gender Cable. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Rotating Rectangular Cover rotates at 360 degrees. Rotating Rectangular Cover consists of the Outer Ring and the Inner Ring. The Outer Ring rotates in 90-degree increments. The Inner Ring rotates in 10-degree increments. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Turn the Outer Ring of the Rotating Rectangular Cover to adjust the angle roughly. Turn the Inner Ring of the Rotating Rectangular Cover to fine-tune the angle. When disassembling the rotating cover, follow the assembly steps in reverse order. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Dose Area Product (DAP) Table (65 kVp, 2.5 mA, SSD 200 mm) FOV: Ø 6 cm FOV : 3 x 4 cm FOV : 2 x 3 cm t (s) Dose (mGy.cm 0.12 0.14 0.16 0.18 10.2 EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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65 kVp, 2.5 mA, 1.0 s (Max. Exposure Condition) At Focal Spot to Distance 1 m < 0.25 mGy/h 1 : 60 Duty Cycle Test Equipment Instrument Manufacturer Model X / Gamma Radcal Co. 9015/10X5-180 91-1470/19069 Survey Meter EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Rectangular 4x3 direction [mGy/h] [mGy/h] [mGy/h] 0° 20° 45° 65° 90° 110° 135° 155° 180° 200° 225° 245° 270° 290° 315° 335° ND: Not Detected. The detection limit is 0.00001 mGy per exposure. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Instrument Manufacturer Model X / Gamma Radcal Co. 9015/10X5-180 91-1470/19069 Survey Meter Method PMMA Phantom aligned to 280 mm away from Focal Spot Max. Exposure Condition Measure point: 1000 mm from PMMA Phantom EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
IEC 61000-3-2 used in domestic establishments and those directly connected to the public low-voltage power Voltage fluctuations / supply network that supplies flicker emissions Applicable buildings used for domestic IEC 61000-3-3 purposes. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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± 1 kV line(s) to The quality of supplied line(s) line(s) power should be IEC 61000- suitable for the general ± 2 kV line(s) to ± 2 kV line(s) to business site or earth earth hospital environment. EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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Cycles Single VEX- P300 image phase: at 0º phase: at 0º intensifier is powered from an uninterruptible 0 % U T ; 250/300 0 % U T ; 250/300 power supply. cycle cycle EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
Field of View International Electrotechnical Commission International Standards Organization Light-Emitting Diode Medical Electrical PMMA Poly Methyl Meth Acrylate Radio Frequency Source to Image receptor Distance Signal Input Part Signal Output Part Source to Skin Distance EzRay Air Portable (Model: VEX-P300) User Manual...
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VATECH and EzRay have registered trademarks in the United States and other countries, and EzRay Air Portable is a trademark of VATECH Co., Ltd. worldwide. Reserved the right to make any alterations that may be required due to technical improvement.