FOREWORD ALLPRO Imaging has prepared this document as a guide to the proper use of the Astra DVM Camera System . Review and follow the guidelines included in this Operator’s Manual to ensure that your Astra System gives you the highest level of service . If any difficulties are encountered with this product, please contact your authorized dealer . TABLE OF CONTENTS Page General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Congratulations .
GENERAL SAFETY This equipment has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to hazards . While the Astra System is designed for safe operation, certain precautions must be observed . Use of the Astra System not in conformance with the instructions specified in this manual may result in permanent failure of the unit . KNOWLEDGE OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS Users must exercise every precaution to ensure personnel safety, and be familiar with the warnings and cautions presented throughout this manual and summarized below .
. The Astra Camera System design offers the flexible benefits of USB Plug-N-Play technology that is easily integrated into any practice . The very lightweight one-piece Astra Camera Handpiece is an extremely maneuverable instrument, which produces crisp, clear images . The Astra DVM Camera System (USB) is hereafter referred to as the Astra System in this manual . Review and follow the guidelines included in this Operator’s Manual to ensure that your Astra System gives you the highest level of service . For product support and information on how to expand your Astra System, contact your authorized ALLPRO Imaging dealer .
. Safety of the operator as well as trouble-free operation of the unit are only ensured if use is made of original equipment parts . Moreover, use may only be made of those accessories that are specified in the technical documentation or that have been expressly approved and released by the manufacturer for the intended purpose . The manufacturer cannot warranty for the safety or proper functioning of this unit in the case where parts or accessories are used that are not supplied by the manufacturer . There is no guarantee against damage arising where parts or accessories are used that are not supplied by the manufacturer . Observe the usage and storage conditions . The Astra System may only be operated using authorized software . The manufacturer regard themselves as being responsible for the equipment with regard to safety, reliability and proper functioning only if assembly, resetting, changes or modifications and repairs have been carried out by an authorized dealer and if the equipment is used in conformity with the instructions contained in this manual . The device conforms to the relevant safety standards valid at this time . Any reprinting of the technical documentation, in whole or in part, is subject to prior written approval by the manufacturer . Incorrect Usage Any use that is not described in this manual as correct usage is considered ...
KEY PARTS IDENTIFICATION The Astra System consists of a Camera Handpiece, a Camera Handpiece Cable and associated accessories . The handpiece and cable, accessories may be purchased together under part number D8000V . Some of the items may be purchased individually by the part numbers listed on page 18 . Astra System, Part Number D8000V, includes: Item Camera Handpiece Disposable Camera Covers Sample Pack for Camera Handpiece Handpiece Cable, 10 feet Handpiece Holder with Chair-side Adapter CD, part number D8133, containing - PDF version of Operator’s Manual Intraoral Video Camera System...
2 keypad buttons that provide fingertip operating control of the system . The specific functions performed by the keypad buttons depend on the user-supplied compatible streaming video capture software application used . Camera Covers Sample Pack - Provides a sample quantity of 50 disposable camera covers used as an effective barrier preventing any infection hazard to the patient . Handpiece Cable - A 10 foot cable that is used to connect the Astra handpiece to the user’s computer . One end of the cable has a keyed, 5-pin quick disconnect connector for connection to the Astra handpiece and the other end has a Type A USB connector for connection to a high speed, high power (500 mA) USB 2 .0 port on the user’s computer . This cable carries all power, video and keypad button control signals for the handpiece .
PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION IMPORTANT: When operating the Astra System connected to the high power (500 mA) USB 2.0 port on a Computer System, the computer must also be loaded with ALLPRO Imaging authorized Twain or DirectX 9 compliant streaming video software application such as VISIX.
HANDPIECE FUNCTIONS Astra Camera Handpiece Keypad Buttons - Each keypad button provides the Astra Camera Handpiece fingertip control over the PC streaming video capture software via the Handpiece Cable . The specific functions performed by the keypad buttons depend on a software installation that supports the 2-button handpiece . Typical keypad actions provided below . NOTE: Simultaneously depressing both keypad buttons for approximately 3 seconds deactivates the Camera Handpiece LED light source. This is commonly used when imaging an X-ray on a light box.
Authorized Imaging Software, such as VISIX, supplied by the dealer or other company, must be installed on the computer in order to operate the Astra System. A Microsoft® Driver Not Signed statement may appear. If it does, click Continue to proceed with installation.
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SYSTEM SETUP USB Interface Connection - Connect the USB Type A connector side of the Handpiece Cable to any available USB 2 .0 High Speed, high power port on the user supplied Computer System . Always make sure to use the same USB port whenever re-connection of the USB cable is necessary . Important: Use a High Power (500 mA) USB 2.0 Port Only USB Type A Computer Connector USB 2.0 Port Handpiece...
Do not twist or turn the Handpiece Cable connector. The connector is keyed and mates straight on with Camera Handpiece connector Whether detaching just the Camera Handpiece from the Handpiece Cable and using with additional Handpiece Cables installed on other computers or bringing the complete system (handpiece and cable), the Astra System is easily shared among patient operatories . Refer to the corresponding illustrations and perform the following when transporting only the Camera Handpiece .
PRE-OPERATION The Astra System should be used with a Camera Cover covering the handpiece. Make sure to use a new disposable Camera Cover for each patient. The Camera Cover must be used for only one patient and disposed of properly in accordance with local code.
The Astra System is operated connected directly to a computer system running various PC USB streaming video capture software applications such as VISIX . The camera provides the image/video source while the computer and associated software are used to display and save the resultant images . Perform the following procedures to operate the Astra System when correctly connected to a computer . 1 . Remove the Camera Handpiece from the handpiece holder and observe that the computer display shows the high-resolution live video images taken by the camera . 2 . Place the camera lens window over area of interest and view image on computer display monitor .
Handpiece Cable is correctly connected between the Astra System and the computer and the Astra System USB driver files are installed correctly on the PC . 1 . Go to the Start button and select Programs . 2 . Select the Astra program option and click on Camera Demonstration Program and observe that the Camera Demonstration Program screen opens . 3 . Depending on the outcome of the diagnostic, perform one of the following: a . If a live image is correctly displayed, exit from the application and make sure that the imaging software application is configured correctly .
Perform the following inspection and cleaning procedures periodically as a preventive maintenance measure to keep the Astra System in optimal condition resulting in trouble-free operation producing crisp, clear images . Do not attempt any internal service of Astra System components. Contact your local authorized ALLPRO Imaging dealer for service. Failure to heed this warning may result in equipment dam- age and voiding the warranty.
Accent CCD Intraoral Sensor, ScanX PSP Systems and Astra Intraoral Cameras . Key Features. Easy to learn . Simple to use . Acquire, mount, view and store images with just a few mouse clicks . Customize images to personal preferences with our simple Set-Up 1-2-3 tool . Viewing - Provides automatic image mounting that can be easily customized . Flexibility - VISIX includes a built-in bridging solution to over 35 Practice Management Software titles . VISIX is the superb software complement for Astra . Contact your authorized dealer for further information .
. ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION Quickly and easily register the Astra Camera on-line . Just have your product model and serial numbers available . Then go to the ALLPRO Imaging web site, www.allproimaging.com, click the warranty registration link and complete the registration form . This on-line registration ensures a record for the...
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