1962 . The ScanX Duo is designed to process intraoral imaging plates only . See the sections Unpacking and Inspection and Technical Data for details . ScanX Duo is hereafter referred to as ScanX in this manual . ScanX has been designed and manufactured using state-of-the-art technology to give many years of dependable service .
. Correct packing guarantees optimal safety of the device during transport . Should it become necessary to return the device to the manufacturer during the warranty period, Air Techniques will not accept claims for damage arising from using incorrect packing materials .
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- evidence that the safety certification of the ACCESSORY has been performed in accordance to the appropriate IEC60601-1 and/or IEC 60601-1-1 harmonized national standard . Use of ACCESSORIES or cables other than those specified or provided by Air Techniques may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of the EQUIPMENT .
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Thoroughly rinse with running water any part of the body that comes in direct contact with the wet phosphor compound of the PSP . Disposal of PSPs. Consult with your federal, national, state and local government, for rules and regulations on disposal of PSPs . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 5...
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Air Techniques for the intended purpose . Air Techniques 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 Air Techniques .
. An additional feature of ScanX consists of an in-line plate eraser function that removes the latent image from the plate immediately after scanning . This design provides an efficient one-operation scanning and erasing process leaving the user with a PSP ready for the next X-ray procedure . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 7...
Unpack each component of ScanX and inspect for physical damage such as scratched panels, damaged connectors, etc . If there is any damage, notify your Air Techniques authorized dealer immediately so corrective action can be taken . Save all cartons and packing materials to protect ScanX in the event that it is to be transported or shipped in the future .
. The System Settings window can also be opened from the Control Panel button . Just press the Start button and select Control Panel and then click the System icon . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 9...
ERASER Switch Switch Keypad Control Panel Figure 2 . ScanX Duo Front Panel Controls and Indicators Keypad Control Panel POWER Switch Toggles between the Standby and Ready mode as follows: 1 . Press to switch from the Standby mode to the Ready mode .
Electromagnetic interference between the equipment and other devices can occur . Do not use the equipment in close conjunction with sensitive devices, or devices creating high electromag- netic disturbances . Electromagnetic Compatibility Conforms to IEC 60601-1-2 See Appendix A . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 11...
Provide a stable, flat counter top large enough to hold the scanner. Locate the computer within 6 feet (length of USB cord provided). Locate ScanX no further than 10 feet (length of line cord provided) from a hospital grade grounded AC outlet. Page 12 Air Techniques, Inc.
USB Type A connector located on the computer . Note: Connect the line cord to the ScanX DUO prior to plugging the line cord into the Mains outlet. 6 . Connect the line cord between the AC outlet and the IEC connector located on the ScanX rear panel .
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USB TO COMPUTER Main Power Switch (1/0) (See Note) 2 A Circuit Breakers Connector Line Cord TO AC OUTLET Note: Rear Panel The Switch is the Mains disconnect device. Figure 4 . Typical ScanX Duo Installation Page 14 Air Techniques, Inc.
Perform the normal Imaging Procedures for PSPs on page 18 . This method scans the plate and the imaging software may acquire a “junk image” (scanned latent plate image) that should subsequently be deleted from the imaging software (image folder) . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 15...
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. Peel off the adhesive strip and seal the envelope . See Figures 7a - 7c below . Figure 7a Figure 7b Figure 7c Insert the PSP . Peel off the adhesive strip . Seal the Barrier Envelope . Page 16 Air Techniques, Inc.
5. As shown by Figure 8, View C, the PSP is now ready to be scanned to read the image from the PSP by performing the Intraoral Imaging Procedures. View B View C View A Ejecting PSP to Transfer box PSPs ready for Scanning Empty Transfer box Figure 8. Preparing the Exposed Plate for Scanning Air Techniques, Inc. Page 17...
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4 . Verify that the track light illuminates yellow, indicating the Plate Guide slot is in use, the PSP has been sensed and the Scanner is transporting the PSP . Figure 10 . Figure 12 Figure 11 PSP Pick-up . Fully Inserted Plate . Feeding Intraoral Plate . Page 18 Air Techniques, Inc.
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. Figure 13 . 5 . The scanned PSPs still contain latent images that require ScanX Keypad Control Panel erasure . Make sure to erase each PSP prior to reuse for new images . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 19...
To ensure optimal ScanX performance, the plate transport should be cleaned once per week using a new ScanX Cleaning Sheet each time . Sheets can be purchased from your dealer . Refer to ACCESSORIES page 24 . Page 20 Air Techniques, Inc.
If yoU need assIsTance Air Techniques ScanX systems are designed and manufactured to high standards . They are easy to install and use and typically deliver high-quality performance . If any difficulties are encountered with this product, please contact Air Techniques Technical Support at 1-800-247-8324 .
• The PSP was erased prior to • Feed the PSPs into the scanner taking an X-ray and scan- scanning . immediately and quickly after ning with the ScanX. removal from the Barrier Envelope . • X-ray source failed. • Call your X-ray service dealer. • Hardware failure. • Call your Air Techniques dealer. Page 22 Air Techniques, Inc.
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. on it . 10 PSP does not drop • PSP may have clung to the bot- • Look below transport arch and into the receiving tray tom of transport arch due to gently touch the PSP to allow it to static electricity . drop . Air Techniques, Inc. Page 23...
Patented, Easy-Open Barrier Envelopes Size Order No. 73248-0 73248-1 73248-2 73248-3 73248-4 ScanX Cleaning Sheets Description Order No. ScanX DUO Sheets D1010 ScanX DUO Sheets D1020 One re-usable Release Liner is included in each box of Sheets. Page 24 Air Techniques, Inc.
. Contact your authorized dealer for information . Description Quantity Order Number 10-Foot IEC Power Cord 73096 6-Foot 2.0 USB Cable B3554 Plate Guides Size Order No. 73566-0 73566-1 F3566-2 73566-3 73566-4 Plate Transfer Box • PN 73470, Qty. 1 Air Techniques, Inc. Page 25...
This warranty does not apply to damage due to shipping, misuse, careless handling or repairs by other than authorized service personnel . Air Techniques, Inc . is not liable for indirect or consequential damage or loss of any nature in connection with this equipment .
. Portable and mobile RF communications equipment can affect ScanX operation . Use of accessories or cables other than those specified or provided by Air Techniques may result in increased ScanX emissions and decreased ScanX immunity .
Power frequency magnetic fields should be at (50/60Hz) levels characteristic of a typical location within magnetic field a typical commercial or hospital environment. IEC 61000-4-8 Note: Ur is the a. c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level. Page 28 Air Techniques, Inc.
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If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be neces- sary, such as re-orienting or relocating the ScanX. b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m. Air Techniques, Inc. Page 29...
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Note 1: At 80 and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies. Note 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, ob- jects and people. Page 30 Air Techniques, Inc.
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