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Turning o the device COLOR TAKING WITH COBRA 7.1. Make a shade-taking 7.2. Automatic calibration 7.3. Error messages ACHIEVING A GOOD SHADE TAKING 8.1. Good practices for using the Cobra CLEANING AND DISINFECTION 9.1. General recommendations 9.2. Disinfection and sterilization procedures...
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User guide Cobra Shade Scan TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 Identification 10.2 AC adapter 10.3 Handpiece 10.4 Docking station 10.5 Battery 10.6 Environmental characteristics 10.7 Regulation and standardization 10.8 APPENDICES 11.1 Glossary 11.3 Patents 11.4 Warranty...
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ABOUT THIS USER GUIDE 1.1. Dear customers Congratulations on your purchase. The Cobra is a dental shade and translucency device according to known dental art standards with an accuracy of the order of ∆E=1. This self-calibrated device is intended for dentists and prosthetists.
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• Never use a damaged battery pack. • Do not drop the charger or battery pack or subject them to shocks. • Do not charge the device using a charger not approved by BOREA. Protect the device and charger against damage Environmental conditions •...
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- PSE 5V 1A for pack JAPAN RP0223 • Using generic chargers can shorten the life of your device or cause it to malfunction. • BOREA cannot be held responsible for the user’s safety if the user uses accessories or components not approved by BOREA.
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fire, and electric shock hazards for the United States. The Cobra device is a Class I medical device. It bears the CE marking in accordance with European Regulation (EU) 2017/745 relating to medical devices.
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Cobra Shade Scan COBRA SOLUTION DESCRIPTION The Cobra is a device intended for the determination of dental color and translucency. It is a multipoint spectral measurement device built around a two-dimensional optical sensor and a spectrometer allowing the acquisition of spectral data at any point of the tooth and the automatic production of a complete and precise cartography of the shade variations of this tooth.
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User guide Cobra Shade Scan 3.3. Spare parts and accessories The following spare parts and accessories are available from BOREA SAS or your distributor. ACCESSORIES 6 Calibration tips (Autoclavable) Ref : RA0209 SPARE PARTS Charger Ref : CA0213 (EU) - CA0214 (US) - CA0223 (JP)
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The condition of the tip attests to the quality of the calibration and guarantees the quality of the data collected by the Cobra. We invite you to check the condition of your tips, for this, please refer to the protocol for use of the Cobra present on the BOREA website. www.borea-dental.com 4.2.
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DEVICE INTERFACES User interface navigation The Cobra device is equipped with an OLED touch screen. To navigate between the di erent interfaces, follow the instructions below A click on the screen enable you to enter the selected menu.
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User guide Cobra Shade Scan 5.2. Note on device illustrations COBRA ICONS Device connected Device connected Scroll left Scroll right Back Don’t move but not but not synchronized synchronized Transfer in Acquisition Error during Software Update Update progress validated Acquisition...
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When the software is installed please follow the on-screen digital quick start guide. In step 5, you must enter the Cobra password indicated in the wifi settings. This interface indicates that the device is not connected to the Vision software.
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User guide Cobra Shade Scan 5.5. Information menu Here is displayed the battery level of your device. >0% >20% >40% >60% >80% Here is displayed your device serial number. Here is displayed your device software version.
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LOCKING AND SHUTTING DOWN THE DEVICE 6.1. Locking the Cobra Step 1 : By default, after thirty seconds of inac- tivity, the Cobra locks. If this symbol is displayed, press the trigger to access the device functions again. 6.2. Automatic shutdown of the Cobra 2nd step : The system automatically shuts down after five minutes of inac-...
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This video stream is displayed: - on the screen of the Cobra device - on the computer screen. Briefly press the trigger or click on the touch screen to start the acquisition.
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7.2. Automatic calibration The Cobra device performs a self-calibration at each acquisition. This is done using the sterilizable tip which has a gray pattern. It is necessary to ensure the cleanliness and condition of this calibration tip. It must also be protected from the sun’s rays and any other type of external aggression.
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Cobra_EE6A28 Connected et non synchronised Another Vision software within your structure may be synchronized with the device. To sync to Cobra, go to your device’s network settings, then select the profile you want. (See «5.4. Wifi menu», page 15) An error occurred during acquisition.
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8.1. Good practices for using the Cobra The specific design of the Cobra measuring head is the result of an ergonomic study which gives it accessibility right up to the pre-molars as well as trouble-free handling thanks to its wireless technology. For optimal shade-taking results, a few good practices listed below should be followed.
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9.1. General recommendations Cobra device: In order to clean the Cobra, it is recommended to use cleaning and disinfecting wipes for medical devices. Type FD 350 from Durr Dental. Calibration tips: The calibration tips (which clip onto the measuring head) are delivered in packs of 6. These must be decontaminated/disinfected and sterilized before use.
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User guide Cobra Shade Scan 9.2. Disinfection and sterilization procedures Please follow the steps below: STEPS CALIBRATION TIPS COBRA DEVICE AUTHORIZED WIPES - 1 - DISINFECTION INT / EXT SÉCHAGE RINSE THOROUGHLY WITH WATER - 2 - RINSING INT / EXT...
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Cobra Shade Scan TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 10.1 Identification Manufacturer BOREA SAS Medical device name Cobra 10.2 AC adapter Pack model RP0211 (UE COBRA Pack) Manufacturer XP Power Model VEU10US050-EU Supply voltage 100-240V AC Power frequency 50/60 Hz Output voltage 5.0V DC Output current 2.1 A...
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10.7 Regulation and standardization The Cobra device is a Class I medical device. It bears the CE marking in accordance with European Regulation (EU) 2017/745 relating to medical devices. Date of first CE marking: 2022. The unique identifier FR022935_05DXTJ attesting to registration in the register of producers in the EEE sector, pursuant to article L.541-10-13 of the Environmental Code, has been assigned...
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Cobra Shade Scan 10.8 The use of the Cobra device at the same time or in close proximity to another electronic device should be avoided as this could a ect its proper functioning. If this use cannot be avoided, check that both devices are functioning normally.
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These can be viewed on the website www.borea-dental.com in the download tab. Cobra Shade Scan - RP0211 - RP0212 - RP0213 User guide. Version 1.0 -2024- BOREA SAS, 6 Allée Duke Ellington, 87100 Limoges Cedex, France. +33 (0)5 44 00 01 70 - contact@borea-dental.com -...
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