Polaris D7500 Operator's Manual

2 Page General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Congratulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Important Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Box Contents . . . . . . . . . . ...

While the Polaris System is designed for safe operation, certain precautions must be observed. Use of the Polaris 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 warnin ...

System, the latest camera in the dental video imaging product line from Air Techniques, a leading manufacturer of dental equipment since 1962. The Polaris Universal Intraoral Video Camera System is hereafter referred to as the Polaris System in this manual. The Polaris System design offers the benefits of a flexible and reliable image cap- turi ...

be kept close to the unit and in readiness whenever required. Precise observance of these instructions is a pre-condition for use of the unit for the intended purpose and for its correct operation. This manual should be passed on to any future purchaser or operator.  Safety of the operator as well as trouble-free operation of the unit are only ensured if us ...

Each is boxed separately along with associated accessories and is available individually by their selling numbers D7520 and D7560 respectively. When shipped together as a complete Polaris System, the separate boxes are packed in a single box as selling number D7500. Some of the items may be purchased individually by the part numbers listed below or as listed on page 23. The follow ...

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 below. 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 ...

camera covers used as an effective barrier preventing any infection hazard to the patient. 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 use. In addition to storage, the handpiece holder also has built-in magnets that turn off the Polaris Handpiece power. This ...

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. NOTE: VISIX Imaging Software is fully compatible with Polaris Systems. Minimum Computer System Requirements - The ...

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 ...

nection of the keyed 10-pin quick disconnect plug end from the multi-conductor Handpiece cable. Makes connection between the Camera Handpiece and Control Module to provide power, video output and control for the camera. Power Indicator Lamp A green LED lamp that illuminates to indicate the presence of 12 VDC operating power from the power supply adapter. STANDBY/ON Switch A rocker panel switch ...

for the Polaris System. 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 setups. Connect the Polaris System as required by individual office equipment. SYSTEM ...

Cable between the Camera Handpiece and Control Module as follows: 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. INSTALLATION Camera Handpiece Connection. 1. Using the gray molded connector cable end, align the connector key with the keyway of the Handpiec ...

corresponding figure below and perform the following procedure to connect the USB 2.0 High Speed output of the Polaris Control Module to the associated PC computer as desired. 1. Connecting Directly to PC. Connect the supplied 6-foot USB 2.0 high- speed cable between the USB connector located on the rear of the Control Module to be connected and directly to the USB 2.0 high spee ...

office equipment to connect the Polaris System video outputs. 1. S-Video. 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 required. 2. Composite Video. Connect the supplied composite video cable between the VIDEO R ...

from the Handpiece Cable and is easily carried among patient operatories for use with additional Polaris Camera System Control Modules. Refer to the corresponding illustrations and transport the Camera Handpiece as follows: 1. Retract collar of quick disconnect Handpiece Cable connector and simultaneously pull straight from the Handpiece connector. 2. Release connector quick disconnect collar. 3 ...

2. 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 layer. See A. 3. Push the Camera Handpiece completely in until the tip is fully inserted into the narrow tip of the sheath. See B. 4. Gently squeeze the illuminated tip of the Camera Handpiece between the thumb and index finger to ensure t ...

power on for operation of the Polaris System. 1. Review the Installation Section as needed and make sure the Polaris System components are setup and connected for the applicable operating con- figuration. 2. If connecting to a computer system, turn on the computer and run the applicable video capture software. Make sure that the video capture software is set to display an NTSC (M) i ...

ated directly connected to a video monitor. In this configuration the connected monitor displays high-resolution live video images taken by the camera. There is no computer system or software used to freeze and save the resultant images. Perform the following procedures to operate the Polaris System when connected to a video monitor. 1. Activate the Polaris System by performing the Pow ...

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 ...