Polaris D7500 User Manual

Universal  
Intraoral Video  
Camera System  
Part Number D7500  
Operator’s Manual  
GENERAL SAFETY  
This equipment has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to hazardsꢀ  
While the Polaris System is designed for safe operation, certain precautions must  
be observedꢀ Use of the Polaris System not in conformance with the instructions  
specified in this manual may result in permanent failure of the unitꢀ  
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 belowꢀ  
Warnings.  
To prevent fire or electrical shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or  
moistureꢀ  
Do not spray cleaning liquids or disinfectants directly on the camera  
handpiece or the Handpiece Cableꢀ Use care not to allow liquids to run  
into internal circuitryꢀ  
Do not wipe the surfaces using benzine, thinner, etcꢀ as this may degrade  
the finishꢀ  
Cautions.  
There are no user-serviceable parts insideꢀ Servicing should be per-  
formed by qualified dealer service representatives onlyꢀ  
Connecting any device to the Polaris System that does not meet the equivalent  
safety requirements of the system may reduce the safety effectiveness of the  
Polaris Systemꢀ  
Unplug the system components from power before performing cleaning  
proceduresꢀ  
Contraindications.  
None knownꢀ  
Use of Accessory Equipment.  
All peripheral equipment (computers, monitors, printers, etc) connected to this  
equipment must comply with IEC 60601-1 and the resulting system must comply  
with IEC 60601-1 and/or IEC 60601-1-1 harmonized national standards when  
set-up within the immediate patient vicinity (ieꢀ within 6 feet)ꢀ  
Accessory equipment outside the patient vicinity must comply with IEC 60601-1  
or IEC 60950-1 as allowed by IEC 60601-1-1ꢀ  
Use of ACCESSORIES or cables other than those specified or provided by Air  
Techniques may result in increased EMISSIONS or decreased IMMUNITY of the  
equipmentꢀ  
Do Not Attempt Internal Service.  
The interior of the camera is only accessible by removing hardware with tools  
and should only be opened and serviced by an authorized service technicianꢀ  
Contact your local Air Techniques authorized dealer for serviceꢀ Failure to heed  
this directive may result in equipment damage and voiding the warrantyꢀ  
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GENERAL SAFETY  
Markings.  
The following terms or symbols are used on the equipment or in this manual  
to denote information of special importance:  
Indicates type BF equipment in accordance  
with UL/IEC 60601-1  
Alerts users to important Operating and  
Maintenance instructions.Read included documents.  
Alerts users that the camera cover must be  
used for only one patient and disposed of  
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ATTENTION USERS:  
properly in accordance with local code.  
Manufacturing date code on serial number label is  
Identifies the name  
Indicates date of  
manufacture  
in the format: MONTh YYYY.  
of the manufac-  
turer.  
Manufacturer: Air Techniques, Inc.  
1295 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York 11747 USA  
CONGRATULATIONS  
Congratulations on your purchase of the Polaris Universal Intraoral Video Camera  
System, the latest camera in the dental video imaging product line from Air  
Techniques, a leading manufacturer of dental equipment since 1962ꢀ The Polaris  
Universal Intraoral Video Camera System is hereafter referred to as the Polaris  
System in this manualꢀ  
The Polaris System design offers the benefits of a flexible and reliable image cap-  
turing system that is easily integrated into any practiceꢀ The very lightweight  
one-piece Polaris Camera Handpiece is an extremely maneuverable instru-  
ment, which produces crisp, clear imagesꢀ  
In addition to providing quality high-resolution images, the Polaris Camera  
Handpiece is a versatile addition that can grow with your practiceꢀ Using a quick-  
disconnect feature the Polaris Camera Handpiece quickly detaches and is easily  
carried among patient operatories for use with other Polaris System componentsꢀ  
This manual covers the installation, operation and maintenance of:  
Polaris Camera Handpiece with Control Module,  
Power Supply Adapter and Cables ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀD7500  
Polaris Camera Handpiece ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀD7520  
Control Module with Power Supply Adapter and Cablesꢀ ꢀ ꢀ ꢀD7560  
Review and follow the guidelines included in this Operator’s Manual to ensure  
that your Polaris System gives you the highest level of serviceꢀ For product support  
and information on how to expand your Polaris System, contact your authorized  
Air Techniques dealerꢀ  
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION  
General Notes.  
All instructions in this manual form an integral part of the unitꢀ They must  
be kept close to the unit and in readiness whenever requiredꢀ Precise  
observance of these instructions is a pre-condition for use of the unit for  
the intended purpose and for its correct operationꢀ This manual should  
be passed on to any future purchaser or operatorꢀ  
Safety of the operator as well as trouble-free operation of the unit are only  
ensured if use is made of original equipment partsꢀ 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 purposeꢀ 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 manufacturerꢀ  
There is no guarantee against damage arising where parts or accessories  
are used that are not supplied by the manufacturerꢀ  
Observe the usage and storage conditionsꢀ  
The Polaris System may only be operated using authorized softwareꢀ  
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 manualꢀ  
The device conforms to the relevant safety standards valid at this timeꢀ  
Any reprinting of the technical documentation, in whole or in part, is subject  
to prior written approval by the manufacturerꢀ  
Incorrect Usage  
Any use that is not described in this manual as correct usage is considered  
as incorrect usageꢀ The manufacturer is not to be held liable for any damage  
caused as a result of incorrect usageꢀ The operator bears all risksꢀ  
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION  
Unpack each component of the Polaris System and inspect for physical  
damage such as scratched panels, damaged connectors, etcꢀ If any damage is  
noted, immediately notify your Air Techniques authorized dealer immediately so  
corrective action can be takenꢀ  
Make sure to save all packaging material in case repackaging and shipment is  
necessaryꢀ Verify that all listed items were receivedꢀ If any item is missing, notify  
your Air Techniques authorized dealerꢀ  
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BOX CONTENTS  
The Polaris System is comprised of a Camera Handpiece and Control Moduleꢀ  
Each is boxed separately along with associated accessories and is available  
individually by their selling numbers D7520 and D7560 respectivelyꢀ When  
shipped together as a complete Polaris System, the separate boxes are packed  
in a single box as selling number D7500ꢀ Some of the items may be purchased  
individually by the part numbers listed below or as listed on page 23ꢀ  
The following lists the components included with the Polaris Systemꢀ  
Polaris System, Part Number D7500, includes:  
Item  
Quantity  
Contents of D7520 Camera Handpiece Box  
Camera Handpiece  
1
20  
1
Disposable Camera Covers Sample Pack  
Camera Handpiece Instructions  
Contents of D7560 Control Module Box  
Camera Control Module  
Dual Lock Fastener Kit  
1
1
Handpiece Cable, 15 feet  
1
1
1
1
1
Power Supply Adapter  
RCA Male Composite Cable  
Handpiece Holder with Chair-side Adapter  
USB 2ꢀ0 High Speed Cable  
CD containing -  
PDF version of Operator’s Manual  
USB Device Drivers  
Demonstration Program and Utilities  
Adobe Acrobat Reader  
1
1
Quick Start Instructions  
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KEY PARTS IDENTIFICATION  
Supplied Polaris System Components  
Disposable Camera  
Covers Sample Pack,  
USB 2.0 high Speed  
Power Supply Adapter  
Cable  
Camera  
handpiece  
handpiece holder  
with Chair-side Adapter  
Dual Lock  
Fastener  
Composite Video Cable  
Camera Control Module  
handpiece  
Cable  
with Cables  
Drivers and Manual CD  
Thank  
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and  
Congratula  
USB Only Intraoral Video Camera System  
tions  
On-  
line  
Reg  
istra  
tion  
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Disk P/N D7115  
Rev.A  
Quick Start  
Instructions  
Operator’s Manual  
USB Device Drivers  
Demonstration Program and Utilities  
Adobe Acrobat Reader  
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION  
The Polaris System is an intraoral camera system designed for dental applications  
that consists of the Camera Handpiece with holder, Control Module, Power Supply  
Adapter and associated cables as described belowꢀ  
NOTE:  
Air Techniques’ VISIX Imaging Software is fully compatible with the Polaris System. Contact  
your authorized Air Techniques dealer to acquire VISIX.  
Camera Handpiece - The Camera Handpiece is extremely lightweight with  
a high resolution, high sensitivity, auto-exposure controlled CCD sensor and a  
high performance lens system illuminated by ultra-bright white LED lampsꢀ The  
fixed focus lens has a broad depth of field enabling the camera to finely detail a  
section of a single tooth to a tour of the mouthꢀ The Camera Handpiece has the  
rich look and tactile feel of a metallic handpiece and provides 2 keypad buttons  
for fingertip operating control of the systemꢀ The specific functions performed by  
the keypad buttons depend on the user-supplied compatible streaming video  
capture software application usedꢀ  
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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION  
Camera Covers Sample Pack - Provides a sample quantity of 20 disposable  
camera covers used as an effective barrier preventing any infection hazard to the  
patientꢀ  
Polaris Handpiece Holder - The Polaris Handpiece Holder can be fastened  
in a convenient location for safe storage of the handpiece when it is not in useꢀ In  
addition to storage, the handpiece holder also has built-in magnets that turn off  
the Polaris Handpiece powerThis feature conserves energy and equipment wear,  
allowing the system to be ready and operational when neededꢀ  
Control Module - The Control Module is the single-point interconnection  
interface between the Camera Handpiece and a computer and/or video monitor as  
requiredꢀ This Control Module is designed to connect to a PC with USB streaming  
video capture software or to a PC with an installed capture card and associated  
video capture softwareꢀ When connected to a PC, the live video images taken by  
the Camera Handpiece are displayed on the computer monitor and can be saved  
on the computer’s hard disk via the video capture software applicationꢀ When  
operated directly connected to only a video monitor, the connected monitor  
displays high-resolution live video images taken by the Camera Handpieceꢀ  
Power Supply Adapter - The 15-watt power supply adapter connects to the  
Control Module to provide 12 VDC power for operating the Polaris Systemꢀ  
Camera Handpiece Cable - This 15-foot multi-conductor cable with  
quick-disconnect connectors at each end interconnects between the Camera  
Handpiece and the Control Module providing all power, video output and  
control for camera operationꢀ Optional 6, 9, 30 and 50-foot length cables are  
available from your Air Techniques Dealerꢀ  
USB 2.0 High Speed Cable - A 6-foot USB 2ꢀ0 cable that connects  
between the Control Module and the high power (500 mA) USB 2ꢀ0 port of the  
user’s computer Provides a digital video and camera button control output for  
use with a PC with user-supplied compatible streaming video capture software  
applicationꢀ  
Composite Video Cable - A 6-foot composite video cable is used to connect  
between the Control Module and external video monitor or computer with video  
capture card for direct viewingꢀ  
Compact Disk - A compact disk (CD) included with the Polaris System  
that includes:  
1ꢀ USB Device Drivers Demonstration Program and Utilities  
2ꢀ PDF version of Operator’s Manual  
3ꢀ Adobe Acrobat Reader  
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PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION  
IMPORTANT:  
NOTE:  
When operating the Polaris System connected to the USB 2.0 port on a Computer  
System, the computer must also be loaded with Air Techniques Authorized Twain or  
DirectX 9 compliant streaming video software application such as VISIX. Contact  
your dealer for available Computer Systems and software options.  
VISIX Imaging Software is fully compatible with Polaris Systems.  
Minimum Computer System Requirements - The Computer System (laptop  
or computer, monitor, etc.) and any related peripheral or other equipment, sup-  
plied by the user, or a third party, must comply with the requirements for accessory  
Equipment as specified in the appropriate IEC 60601-1 and/or IEC 60601-1-1  
harmonized national standard. Unless otherwise stated, the components of the  
computer system must comply with the minimum requirements listed below.  
CPU Speed:  
Pentium-4, 2 GHz or higher  
Operating System:  
Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 3 or later for  
an Intel 32-bit processor;  
Microsoft Windows XP Professional 64-bit Edition with  
Service Pack 2 or later for an Intel 64-bit extended (x64)  
processor;  
Microsoft Windows Vista Business, Enterprise, or  
Ultimate with Service Pack 1 or later for an Intel 32-bit  
or an Intel 64-bit extended (x64) processor;  
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional, Enterprise, or  
Ultimate for an Intel 32-bit or an Intel 64-bit extended  
(x64) processor.  
System RAM:  
Optical Drive:  
Monitor :  
256 MB  
CD-ROM Capable  
800 x 600 resolution or higher  
Video Display Adapter: 16 MB video card with 800 x 600 pixel resolution and  
32-bit color  
USB Port:  
USB 2.0 High-Speed Port  
System Properties  
System Properties.  
If unsure of the operating system version  
installed, check that it meets the necessary  
requirements by checking the System  
Properties window.  
This is done simply by right clicking the  
My Computer icon. Selecting Properties  
from the menu list displays the System  
Properties window as shown. The installed  
operating system version is listed under the  
General Tab.  
The System Properties window can  
also be displayed from the Desktop Start  
button. Just press the Start button and  
select SettingsControl Panel and  
then System.  
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HANDPIECE FUNCTIONS  
Polaris Camera Handpiece  
Center  
Position  
165º  
2
1
165º  
3
330º Swivel  
Lens Head  
IMPORTANT: Use care when adjusting the handpiece lens head. The swivel lens head turns only  
165º left or right from the center point. Forcing the head past the 165º limit will  
damage the device.  
Prior to rotating the lens, slide the Camera Cover about 1/2 to 3/4 inches up on the handle  
to provide enough slack in the cover for unrestricted rotation.  
330º Swivel Lens Head Adjustment - The 330º swivel lens head design  
allows the lens orientation to be adjusted nominally 165º left or right from the  
center point to easily view and capture all desired angles during an examinationꢀ  
Keypad Buttons - Each keypad button provides the Polaris Camera  
Handpiece fingertip control over the PC streaming video capture software  
via the Handpiece Cableꢀ The specific functions performed by the keypad  
buttons depend on a software installation that supports the 2-button handpieceꢀ  
Typical keypad actions provided belowꢀ  
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.  
(1) Top Keypad Button  
Press and release to send a Button 1 command  
to the PCꢀ While the specific function  
performed depends on the setting of the  
video capture software application installed  
on the PC, this command typically freezes  
and unfreezes the image that is displayed  
on the computer monitorꢀ  
(2) Bottom Keypad Button  
(3) Handpiece Connector  
Press and release to send a Button 2 command  
to the PCꢀ While the specific action depends  
on the video capture software installed, it  
typically saves the image displayed on the  
computer monitor to the computer hard diskꢀ  
A 8-pin connector socket that accepts  
connection of the keyed 8-pin quick  
disconnect plug end of the Handpiece  
Cableꢀ  
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CONTROL MODULE FUNCTIONS  
Control Module Front Panel  
Controls and Indicators  
Power  
Indicator Lamp  
CAMERA Connector  
A 10 pin connector socket that accepts con-  
nection of the keyed 10-pin quick disconnect  
plug end from the multi-conductor Handpiece  
cableꢀ Makes connection between the Camera  
Handpiece and Control Module to provide power,  
video output and control for the cameraꢀ  
Power Indicator Lamp  
STANDBY/ON Switch  
A green LED lamp that illuminates to indicate  
the presence of 12 VDC operating power from  
the power supply adapterꢀ  
A rocker panel switch that controls the application  
of 12 VDC operating power from the Power Supply  
Adapterꢀ  
When set in the ON position, the 12 VDC is  
applied, the LED power indicator lamp illuminates,  
and the camera is operationalꢀ  
The 12 VDC is removed and the camera is  
turned off when the switch is set in the STANDBY  
position and the LED power indicator lamp  
extinguishesꢀ  
Control Module Rear Panel  
Connectors  
12 VDC Connector  
S-VIDEO Connector  
Provides connection of the 12 VDC operating  
power from the Power Supply Adapterꢀ  
A 4-pin Mini DIN connector that provides output  
connection for S-Video peripherals (eꢀgꢀ video  
monitor or computer with capture card)ꢀ  
VIDEO Connector  
USB Connector  
An RCA connector that provides connection for  
composite video peripherals (eꢀgꢀ video monitor  
or computer with capture card)ꢀ  
A USB type B connector that provides connection  
to the USB 2ꢀ0 High Speed port of the computerꢀ  
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SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS  
Polaris System - The diagram below shows the possible interconnections  
for the Polaris Systemꢀ The heavy solid connection lines designate the typical  
operating configuration (connected to a computer system)ꢀ The dashed line shows  
the optional connection to a video monitor, while the lighter solid connection lines  
show camera and power connections common to all system setupsꢀ Connect the  
Polaris System as required by individual office equipmentꢀ  
System Interconnection  
Typical Connections  
Optional Connections  
Required Connections  
POLARIS  
CAMERA  
HANDPIECE  
ideo  
Capture Card  
15-Foot  
Handpiece  
Cable  
POLARIS  
CONTROL  
MODULE  
Note: S-Video and Composite Video cables can  
be connected to either a PC computer with  
capture card or video monitor as required by  
individual office equipment.  
INSTALLATION  
Installing the Polaris System is as simple as deciding where to place the  
Control Module and making the necessary cable connections to a video  
monitor and/or a PC loaded with an Air Techniques Authorized DirectX 9  
compliant user-supplied streaming video software application such as Visixꢀ  
Perform the following procedures to install the Polaris Systemꢀ  
Control Module Location - Locate the Polaris Control Module on a table  
top, cart or any flat stable surface convenient to an AC wall outlet and associated  
computer system/monitorIt can also be installed hanging under a table top,  
under the chair or on the computer using the supplied Dual Lock Fastener Kitꢀ  
Make sure that the selected location allows easy access to front and rear panel  
controls and connectorsꢀ  
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INSTALLATION  
Do not twist or turn the cable connectors. The handpiece Cable connectors are keyed and  
mate straight on with the associated Camera handpiece and Control Module connectors.  
NOTE:  
In addition to the supplied 15-foot multi-conductor cable, optional 6, 9, 30 and 50-foot  
lengths are available from your authorized Air Techniques Dealer at an extra cost.  
Camera Cable Connection - Carefully connect the supplied Camera Handpiece  
Cable between the Camera Handpiece and Control Module as follows:  
Camera Handpiece Connection.  
Camera  
Handpiece  
1ꢀ Using the gray molded connector  
Polaris  
Connector  
cable end, align the connector key  
handpiece  
Key  
with the keyway of the Handpiece  
Cable  
connectorꢀ  
2ꢀ Insert straight into Handpiece  
connector until it securely snaps  
into placeꢀ  
Control Module Connection  
1ꢀ Using the 10-pin quick disconnect  
plug end, align connector key with  
the keyway of the mating CAMERA  
connector located on the front  
panel of the Control Moduleꢀ  
2ꢀ Insert the connector straight into  
the mating CAMERA connector  
until it securely snaps into placeꢀ  
handpiece Cable  
10-pin Quick  
Disconnect Plug  
Polaris Handpiece Holder with Chair-side Adapter - Installing the  
Chair-side Adapter is as easy as deciding on a location for maximum convenience  
and securing it to an empty customer-supplied standard Handpiece Holderꢀ Refer  
to the illustration below and install the Chair-side Adapter as follows:  
1
1ꢀ Insert Handpiece Holder Adapter (1)  
2
into the wide end of Grip (2)ꢀ  
2ꢀ Press Grip (2) into the top of the  
chosen Handpiece Holderꢀ  
3ꢀ Insert Expander (3) into the bottom  
of Grip (2)  
Customer-Supplied  
handpiece holder and  
hanger Bar  
3
4ꢀ Insert and push the Joint Connector  
Hex Bolt (4) into Expander (3) engaging  
the thread of Handpiece Holder Adapter  
(1) by turning the Joint Connector Hex  
Bolt (4) clockwiseꢀ  
5ꢀ Using the supplied Short Arm Allen  
Wrench (5), tighten Joint Connector  
Hex Bolt (4) until the Chair-side Adapter  
is secure in the Handpiece Holderꢀ  
1
2
3
4
handpiece holder Adapter  
Grip  
Expander  
Joint Connector hex Bolt  
5/32 Short Arm Allen  
Wrench  
4
5
5
Handpiece Holder Chair-side Adapter  
Assembly  
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INSTALLATION  
USB Digital Video/Button Control Connection Options - Refer to  
corresponding figure below and perform the following procedure to connect the  
USB 2ꢀ0 High Speed output of the Polaris Control Module to the associated PC  
computer as desiredꢀ  
1ꢀ Connecting Directly to PCꢀ Connect the supplied 6-foot USB 2ꢀ0 high-  
speed cable between the USB connector located on the rear of the Control  
Module to be connected and directly to the USB 2ꢀ0 high speed, high power  
(500 mA) port on the computerꢀ  
2ꢀ Connecting via High Speed Hubꢀ Connect the supplied USB 2ꢀ0 high-  
speed cable between the USB connector located on the rear of the  
Control Module to be connected and the USB 2ꢀ0 High Speed Hubꢀ If  
necessary, connect an additional USB 2ꢀ0 high-speed cable up to 16 feet  
long between the High Speed Hub and the USB 2ꢀ0 high speed, high  
power (500 mA) port on the computerꢀ  
USB Cable Connection Directly to PC  
REAR OF USER PC  
NOTES:  
USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED,  
On PC's that have both front and rear USB 2.0 high  
HIGH POWER (500mA)  
speed ports, it is recommended that the camera  
be connected to one of the rear mounted ports for  
best results.  
PORT  
Minimum PC processor and operating system  
requirements are listed in the Preinstallation  
Information of this manual.  
REAR OF POLARIS  
CONTROL MODULE  
A DirectX  
9
user-supplied compliant streaming  
video capture software application must be installed  
on the PC to display live video. The supplied CD  
provides the required WDM drivers.  
6-FOOT (2M ) USB 2.0 HIGH  
SPEED CABLE (SUPPLIED)  
USB Cable Connection via Hub  
REAR OF USER PC  
6-FOOT (2M ) USB 2.0 HIGH  
SPEED CABLE (SUPPLIED)  
USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED,  
HIGH POWER (500mA)  
PORT  
NOTES:  
A hub may be used to connect  
the camera to the PC when the  
connection is longer than 6 feet or  
when the PC only has a single USB  
2.0 high speed port and the camera  
must be connected along with other  
USB devices.  
USB 2.0 HIGH  
SPEED HUB  
REAR OF POLARIS  
CONTROL MODULE  
UP TO 16-FOOT (5M) USB 2.0  
HIGH SPEED CABLE  
Use either a self-powered or bus- powered USB 2.0 high speed hub.  
Follow installation instructions provided with the hub before connecting the camera.  
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INSTALLATION  
Video Connection Options - Make connections as required by individual  
office equipment to connect the Polaris System video outputsꢀ  
1ꢀ S-Videoꢀ Using an optional 6-foot S-Video, 4-pin Mini DIN cable, connect  
between the S-VIDEO connector located on the rear of the Control Module  
and the associated connector of a video monitor or a computer with a  
capture card as requiredꢀ  
2ꢀ Composite Videoꢀ Connect the supplied composite video cable between  
the VIDEO RCA connector located on the rear of the Control Module and  
the associated RCA connector of a video monitor or a computer with a  
capture card as requiredꢀ  
Optional Video Connections  
Optional  
S-Video  
Cable  
to Video  
Monitor or  
PC Capture  
Card  
Video  
Monitor  
Polaris Control  
Module Rear Panel  
REAR OF PC  
Composite  
Video RCA  
Connector  
S-Video  
4-Pin Mini DIN  
Connector  
S-Video 4-  
Pin Mini DIN  
Connector  
Video  
Capture  
Card  
Composite Video Cable to  
Video Monitor or PC Capture  
Card  
Composite  
Video RCA  
Connector  
Operating Power Connection  
The Control Module receives  
-
12 VDC  
Connector  
operating power from the supplied  
Power Supply AdapterConnect the  
dc power cord of the Power Supply  
Adapter to the 12 VDC connector  
located on the rear of the Control  
Module and then plug the Power  
Supply Adapter into an AC wall  
outletꢀ  
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INSTALLATION  
Notes: Authorized Imaging Software, such as VISIX, supplied by the dealer or other company, must be  
installed on the computer in order to operate the Polaris System.  
A Microsoft® Driver Not Signed statement may appear. If it does, click Continue to  
proceed with installation.  
USB Device Driver Installation - Before connecting the Polaris System to  
your computer or attempting to use it for the first time, run the Setup program on  
the Polaris System Drivers and Utilities Disk included with the Polaris Systemꢀ The  
supplied CD provides the device drivers needed to communicate between the  
Polaris System and the associated user-supplied USB streaming video software  
application installed on the PC computer systemꢀ This must be completed before  
the Polaris System will operate properlyꢀ Normally, this program runs automatically  
when the CD is inserted into the drive for the first timeꢀ If not, run the setup program  
located in the root directory of the CD (typically D:\Polaris.exe)ꢀ  
Install the Standard Device Drivers by selecting Standard (default option) from the  
Setup program menuꢀ If full device functionality is not present after the Standard  
Device Drivers are installed, the Legacy Device Drivers may need to be installedꢀ  
More information can be found in the Installation Instructions and Notes file on  
the Polaris System Drivers and Utilities Disk included with the systemꢀ  
CAMERA PORTABILITY  
Do not twist or turn the handpiece Cable connector. The connector is keyed and mates  
straight on with Camera handpiece connector.  
CAUTION: Always handle the Polaris handpiece carefully.  
Do not drop and make sure to protect the optical  
window from scratches.  
Camera  
Handpiece  
The Polaris Camera Handpiece quickly detaches  
Connector Key  
from the Handpiece Cable and is easily  
carried among patient operatories for use  
with additional Polaris Camera System Control  
Modulesꢀ Refer to the corresponding illustrations  
and transport the Camera Handpiece as follows:  
Detaching Handpiece  
1ꢀ Retract collar of quick disconnect  
Handpiece Cable connector and  
simultaneously pull straight from the  
Handpiece connectorꢀ  
Camera  
handpiece  
Quick Disconnect  
Collar  
Connecting Handpiece  
2ꢀ Release connector quick disconnect  
collarꢀ  
Handpiece  
3ꢀ Store the Handpiece Cable by placing  
cable slide holder into the Handpiece  
Holderꢀ  
4ꢀ Transport Handpiece to next operatoryꢀ  
5ꢀ Connect Handpiece at new location  
by aligning the connector key with  
the keyway of the mating Handpiece  
Cable connectorꢀ  
Handpiece  
Holder  
Quick Disconnect  
Connector  
Handpiece  
Cable  
Cable  
Only  
Handpiece  
& Cable  
6ꢀ Insert straight into Handpiece connector  
until it securely snaps into placeꢀ  
Polaris Handpiece Storing  
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PRE-OPERATION  
The Polaris 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.  
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NOTE:  
For optimum image clarity, the optically clear section of the sheath must be aligned with the camera  
lens by facing the camera/light source section of the handpiece down toward the paper layer.  
Disposable Camera Cover Installation - Install a new camera cover  
on the Camera Handpiece for each patient as follows:  
1ꢀ Remove the Camera Handpiece from the holderꢀ  
2ꢀ Insert the Camera Handpiece tip between the second and third layers  
(between the outer paper and plastic layers) with the camera/light source  
facing towards the paper layerSee Aꢀ  
3ꢀ Push the Camera Handpiece completely in until the tip is fully inserted into  
the narrow tip of the sheathꢀ See Bꢀ  
4ꢀ Gently squeeze the illuminated tip of the Camera Handpiece between the  
thumb and index finger to ensure that the optically clear area of the cam-  
era cover is flat against the lens tipꢀ See Cꢀ  
5ꢀ Peel away and discard the top plastic layer and the bottom paper layerꢀ  
See Dꢀ  
Camera Cover Installation  
A
B
CAMERA  
COVER  
PLASTIC  
LAYER 1  
POLARIS  
CAMERA  
HANDPIECE  
LENS  
PLASTIC  
LAYER 2  
PAPER  
LAYER 3  
C
D
PAPER  
LAYER 4  
SQUEEZE  
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ACTIVATION  
NOTE: When all camera system components are plugged into a single AC power strip, make  
sure that power strip is turned on. When camera system components are plugged into  
separate AC power outlets, make sure that each individual power outlet is turned on.  
Power Turn On-Perform the following procedure as necessary to turn the  
power on for operation of the Polaris Systemꢀ  
1ꢀ Review the Installation Section as needed and make sure the Polaris System  
components are setup and connected for the applicable operating con-  
figurationꢀ  
2ꢀ If connecting to a computer system, turn on the computer and run the  
applicable video capture softwareꢀ Make sure that the video capture software  
is set to display an NTSC (M) image with a 640 x 480 pixel resolutionꢀ If the  
video capture software supports a 2-button, joystick type footswitch, make  
sure that this software is set to enable and configure the buttons as neededꢀ  
3ꢀ If connecting to an analog video monitor, turn on the video monitor’s  
power switchꢀ  
4ꢀ Turn on the Power switch on the control module front panel and verify that  
the power indicator LED illuminates greenꢀ  
5ꢀ Remove the Camera Handpiece from the Handpiece Holder and verify that  
the camera’s white LEDs illuminateꢀ  
6ꢀ If connecting to a computer system, verify that live video from the camera  
is correctly displayed on the computer monitor and also verify that the  
camera buttons perform the operations that apply to the video capture  
software that is being usedꢀ If not, follow the General USB Driver Check  
procedure provided belowꢀ  
7ꢀ If connecting to an analog video monitor, verify that live video from the  
camera is correctly displayed on the video monitorꢀ  
8ꢀ Place the camera back into the handpiece holder and verify that the  
camera’s white LEDs turn offꢀ  
SYSTEM OPERATION  
Computer-Connected System Operation - The Polaris System is  
normally operated connected directly to a computer system running various  
PC USB streaming video capture software applicationsꢀ In this configuration  
the camera provides the image/video source while the computer and associated  
software are used to display and save the resultant imagesꢀ Perform the following  
procedures to operate the Polaris System when connected to a computerꢀ  
Make sure that the Polaris System and associated computer power is turned on.  
Verify that the video capture software is running and correctly configured.  
1ꢀ Activate the Polaris System by performing the Power Turn-On procedures  
described aboveꢀ  
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SYSTEM OPERATION  
2ꢀ Remove the Camera Handpiece from the handpiece holder and observe  
that the computer display shows the high-resolution live video images  
taken by the cameraꢀ  
3ꢀ If desired, rotate the lens head left or right from centerꢀ  
4ꢀ Place the camera lens window over area of interest and view image on  
computer display monitorꢀ  
5ꢀ Press and release the top keypad button on the Camera Handpiece to  
freeze (ieꢀ capture) the displayed image on the computer monitor screenꢀ  
The keypad button used may depend on the video capture software  
installedꢀ  
6ꢀ Press and release the bottom keypad button on the Camera Handpiece to  
save the captured image to the computer hard drive and then to return to  
a live image displayꢀ The keypad button used may depend on the video  
capture software installedꢀ  
7ꢀ Repeat steps 3 through 6 as necessaryꢀ  
8ꢀ When imaging an X-ray film on a light box, deactivate the LED light  
source by depressing both Camera Handpiece buttons simultaneously  
for approximately 3 secondsꢀ Perform steps 3 through 6 to freeze and  
save the X-ray film image as desiredꢀ Depress both Camera Handpiece but-  
tons simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds to turn ON the LED light  
source as desiredꢀ  
9ꢀ Return the Camera Handpiece to the holder when doneꢀ Verify that the LED  
light source and camera turns OFFꢀ  
10ꢀ Set the STANDBY/ON switch on the Control Module front panel to the  
STANDBY position and verify that the front panel LED indicator lamp  
extinguishesꢀ  
Monitor-Connected System Operation - The Polaris System can be oper-  
ated directly connected to a video monitorIn this configuration the connected  
monitor displays high-resolution live video images taken by the cameraꢀ There  
is no computer system or software used to freeze and save the resultant imagesꢀ  
Perform the following procedures to operate the Polaris System when connected  
to a video monitorꢀ  
1ꢀ Activate the Polaris System by performing the Power Turn-On procedures  
provided on page 18ꢀ  
2ꢀ Remove the Camera Handpiece from the Handpiece Holder and observe  
that the video monitor display shows the high-resolution live video images  
taken by the cameraꢀ  
3ꢀ If desired, rotate the lens head left or right from center Place the camera  
lens window over area of interest and view image on displayꢀ  
4ꢀ When imaging an X-ray film on a light box, deactivate the LED light  
source by depressing both Camera Handpiece buttons simultaneously  
for approximately 3 secondsꢀ Depress both Camera Handpiece buttons  
simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds to turn ON the LED light source  
as desiredꢀ  
5ꢀ Return the Camera Handpiece to the holder when doneꢀ Verify that the LED  
light source and camera turns OFFꢀ  
6ꢀ Set the STANDBY/ON switch on the Control Module front panel to the  
STANDBY position and verify that the front panel LED indicator lamp  
extinguishesꢀ  
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES  
USB Video Diagnostic - If live video is not displayed on the PC monitor  
of the Polaris System when the imaging software application is running, there  
could be a problem with the settings in the software application or with the  
handpiece. Perform the following USB Video Diagnostic procedure to check  
that the Polaris handpiece is working correctly, the Polaris Handpiece Cable  
is correctly connected between the Polaris System and the computer and the  
Polaris System USB driver files are installed correctly on the PC.  
1. Go to the Start button and select Programs.  
2. Select the Polaris program option and click on Camera Demostration  
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.  
b. If a live image is not displayed, exit from the application and check the  
handpiece, Polaris Handpiece Cable and USB driver file installation.  
4. Reset the driver's video settings by performing the following:  
a. On the Polaris Demostration Program screen, click the Properties  
button located on the lower left of the live image screen.  
b. On the Properties screen select the VIDEO PROC AMP tab and then  
click the DEFAULT button. The image colors should now be correct.  
Click OK to close the Properties screen and exit from application.  
Live  
Image  
Screen  
Intraoral Camera Demonstration Program - Polaris Intraoral Video Camera  
Properties  
Screen  
Properties  
Video  
Proc Amp  
Screen  
Properties  
Tab Opens Video  
Proc Amp Screen  
Properties  
Default Button: Selects  
Default Settings as Shown  
Button:Opens  
Properties Screen  
OK Button: Closes  
Properties Screen  
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MAINTENANCE  
INSPECTION AND CLEANING  
Perform the following inspection and cleaning procedures periodically as a  
preventive maintenance measure to keep the Polaris System in optimal  
condition resulting in trouble-free operation producing crisp, clear imagesꢀ  
Do not attempt any internal service of Polaris System components. Contact your local autho-  
rized Air Techniques dealer for service. Failure to heed this warning may result in equipment  
damage and voiding the warranty.  
Inspection - Routinely inspect each component of the Polaris System for  
possible defects as follows:  
1ꢀ Camera Handpiece -  
aꢀ Check overall handpiece for chips, cracks or other irregularitiesꢀ  
bꢀ Check the lens window for debris or spotsꢀ  
cꢀ Check the connector socket for damageꢀ  
2ꢀ Control Module -  
aꢀ Check for broken indicator lamp and switchꢀ  
bꢀ Check all connector sockets for damage, loose or missing hardwareꢀ  
3ꢀ Cables and Connectors -  
aꢀ Check cables for damaged or deteriorated insulation kinking or  
twistingꢀ  
bꢀ Check connectors for loose, bent or missing pinsꢀ  
cꢀ Check that both quick-disconnect plug ends snap closed to snugly  
secure the Handpiece Cable to the Camera Handpiece and Control  
Module connectorsꢀ  
CAUTION: Always turn Off power and unplug the Polaris System components before  
performing cleaning procedures.  
Do not spray cleaning liquids or disinfectants directly on the camera handpiece. Use  
care not to allow liquids to run into internal circuitry.  
Do not wipe the surfaces using benzine, thinner, etc. as this may degrade the finish.  
Do not autoclave the Camera handpiece.  
The camera cover must be used for only one patient and disposed  
of properly in accordance with local code.  
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Cleaning - Clean each component of the Polaris System as needed by  
performing the following proceduresꢀ  
1ꢀ Control Module-Use a non-corrosive surface disinfectant such as Birex® seꢀ  
2ꢀ Camera Handpiece-Following every patient use, remove the camera cover  
from the Camera Handpiece and dispose in accordance with local regula-  
tionsꢀ The Camera Handpiece can be wiped clean and disinfected with  
any non-corrosive surface disinfectant such as Birex® seꢀ  
3ꢀ Camera Window Lens-Remove debris or spots from lens window by  
cleaning with alcohol and cotton swabsꢀ  
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SPECIFICATIONS  
External Adapter Voltage input:  
Frequency:  
100-240 Volts ±10%  
50/60 Hz  
Voltage Output:  
12 VDC  
(Optional adapter configurations available for international outlet usageꢀ)  
Power Consumption:  
Video Outputs:  
Sensor:  
7ꢀ2 watts  
S-Video, Composite Video, High Speed USB 2ꢀ0  
¼ Inch CCD  
Format:  
NTSC  
Pixels:  
768 H X 494 V  
Resolution:  
470 TV lines (Analog Video)  
640 x 480 pixels (Digital Video)  
> 50 dB  
Signal to Noise Ratio:  
Exposure Control:  
Illumination:  
Automatic  
Ultra-bright white LED lamps  
Normal, not mirrored  
Image:  
Viewing Angle:  
Operating Temperature:  
Storage Temperature:  
Humidity:  
42 Degrees horizontal  
10 to 40º C (50 to 104º F)  
0 to 70º C (32 to 158º F)  
10 to 90% non-condensing  
Portable, Continuous Operation, Class 2, Type BF  
Classifications:  
Protection for Ingress  
of Water:  
Ordinary  
Flammable Atmosphere:  
Cannot use in the vicinity of flammable anesthetic  
mixtures of air, oxygen or nitrous oxideꢀ  
Refer to page 9 for the minimum PC requirements  
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS  
Dimensions  
Length  
Width  
Height  
Weight  
Handpiece D7600:  
8ꢀ3 inches  
(21ꢀ08 cm)  
1ꢀ0 inches  
(2ꢀ54 cm)  
0ꢀ9 inches  
(2ꢀ29 cm)  
3ꢀ7 ozꢀ  
(105 g)  
Control Module D7565:  
5ꢀ7 inches  
(14ꢀ5 cm)  
3ꢀ9 inches  
(9ꢀ9 cm)  
1ꢀ6 inches  
(4ꢀ06 cm)  
8ꢀ1 ozꢀ  
(251 g)  
Handpiece Cable D7540-15:  
15 feet  
(4ꢀ57 m)  
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ACCESSORIES  
The following lists the ordering number and description for accessory com-  
ponents available to maintain and expand the Polaris System to meet your  
professional needsꢀ  
Contact your Air Techniques Dealer for informationꢀ  
Polaris Camera System  
Order  
Number  
Description  
D7500  
D7520  
D7560  
A5135  
D7540-15  
77389  
B3554  
D7170  
Complete Polaris Universal Intraoral Video Camera System  
Polaris Camera Handpiece Assembly  
Polaris Control Module  
Wall-Mounted Power Supply Adapter  
15-foot Multi-Conductor Camera Handpiece Cable Assembly  
6-foot Composite Video Cable, RCA/RCA  
6-foot USB 2ꢀ0 High Speed Cable, Type A/Type B  
Camera Handpiece Holder with Chair-side Adapter  
D7563  
Drivers and Manual CD containing -  
PDF version of Operator’s Manual  
USB Device Drivers  
Demonstration Program and Utilities  
Adobe Acrobat Reader  
74500  
VISIX Imaging Software, 5 Licenses, see page 24ꢀ  
Replacement Disposable Camera Covers for Camera Handpiece  
D7125  
D7120  
Box of 100  
Box of 500  
Optional Multi-Conductor Camera Handpiece Cable Assemblies  
D7540-6  
D7540-9  
D7540-30  
D7540-50  
77379  
6-Foot Length Cable Assembly  
9-Foot Length Cable Assembly  
30-Foot Length Cable Assembly  
50-Foot Length Cable Assembly  
6-foot S-Video, 4-Pin Mini DIN/4-pin Mini DIN Cable  
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VISIX IMAGING SOFTWARE  
Consider VISIX, our new comprehensive digital imaging software application,  
providing seamless integration with our digital imaging suite; the Accent CCD  
Intraoral Sensor, ScanX PSP Systems and Polaris Intraoral Camerasꢀ  
Key Features.  
Easy to learnꢀ  
Simple to useꢀ  
Acquire, mount, view and store images with just a few mouse clicksꢀ  
Customize images to personal preferences with our simple Set-Up 1-2-3  
toolꢀ  
Exposure - Our Stop Light Exposure System is a unique indicator to ensure  
optimum data captureꢀ It helps you acquire great images by monitoring  
X-ray exposureꢀ  
Viewing - VISIX provides automatic image mounting that is completely  
customizableꢀ  
Flexibility - VISIX includes a built-in bridging solution to over 35 Practice  
Management Software titlesꢀ  
VISIX is the superb software complement for Polarisꢀ Contact your authorized  
dealer for further informationꢀ  
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WARRANTY  
This Air Techniques equipment is warranted to be free from defects in material and  
workmanship from the date of installation for a period of 3 yearsꢀ  
Any item returned to our factory through your authorized Air Techniques dealer, will  
be repaired or replaced at our option at no charge provided that our inspection shall  
indicate it to have been defectiveꢀ Dealer labor, shipping and handling charges  
are not covered by this warrantyꢀ  
This warranty does not apply to damage due to shipping, misuse, careless  
handling or repairs by other than authorized service personnelꢀ Warranty void if  
installed or serviced by other than your authorized Air Techniques dealer service  
personnelꢀ Air Techniques, Incꢀ is not liable for indirect or consequential damage or  
loss of any nature in connection with this equipmentꢀ This warranty is in lieu of all  
other warranties expressed or impliedꢀ No representative or person is authorized to  
assume for us any liability in connection with the sale of our equipmentꢀ  
ON-LINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION  
Quickly and easily register the Polaris Camera on-lineꢀ Just have your product  
model and serial numbers availableꢀ Then go to the Air Techniques web site,  
www.airtechniques.com, click the warranty registration link and complete  
the registration formꢀ This on-line registration ensures a record for the warranty  
period and helps us keep you informed of product updates and other valuable  
informationꢀ  
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NOTES  
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NOTES  
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Air Techniques is a leading manufacturer of dental products  
including air and vacuum systems, film processors, digital  
imaging systems and intra-oral digital video systems. We  
have been manufacturing quality products for dental  
professionals since 1962.  
Air Techniques’ products are only distributed through authorized  
dealers.  
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ScanX®  
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Sensa  
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