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U n i v e r s a l
I n t r a o r a l Vi d e o
C a m e r a S y s t e m
Part Number D7500
Operator’s Manual
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FOREWORD A i r T e c h n i q u e s h a s p r e p a r e d t h i s d o c u m e n t a s a g u i d e t o t h e p r o p e r u s e o f t h e P o l a r i s U n i v e r s a l I n t r a o r a l V i d e o C a m e r a S y s t e m . R eview and follow the guidelines included in this Operator ’s Manual to ensure that your P o l a r i s System gives you the highest level of service . F or product support and information on how to expand
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GENERAL SAFETY This equipment has been designed to minimize exposure of personnel to hazards . While the P olaris System is designed for safe operation, certain precautions must be observed . Use of the P olaris System not in conformance with the instructions specified in this manual may result in permanent failure of the unit . KNOWLEDGE OF WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS U s e r s m u s t e x e r c i s e e v e r y p r e c a u t i o n t o e
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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 Alerts users to important Operating and with UL/IEC 60601-1 Maintenance instructions.Read included documents. Alerts users that the camera cover must be used for only one patient and disposed of 2 ATTENTION USERS: properly in accordance with local code. Manufacturing date code on serial n
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION General Notes. All instructions in this manual form an integral part of the unit . They must be kept close to the unit and in readiness whenever required . P recise 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
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BOX CONTENTS The P olaris System is comprised of a Camera Handpiece and Control Module . E a c h i s b o x e d s e p a r a t e l y a l o n g w i t h a s s o c i a t e d a c c e s s o r i e s a n d i s a v a i l a b l e i n d i v i d u a l l y b y t h e i r s e l l i n g n u m b e r s D 7 5 2 0 a n d D 7 5 6 0 r e s p e c t i v e l y . W h e n s h i p p e d t o g e t h e r a s a c o m p l e t e P o l a r i s S y s t e m , t h e
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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION Camera Covers Sample Pack - P r o v i d e s a s a m p l e q u a n t i t y o f 2 0 d i s p o s a b l e c a m e r a c o v e r s u s e d a s a n effective b a r r i e r p r e v e n t i n g a n y infection h a z a r d t o t h e p a t i e n t . Polaris Handpiece Holder - T h e P o l a r i s H a n d p i e c e H o l d e r c a n b e f a s t e n e d i n a c o n v e n i e n t l o c a t i o n f o r s a f e s t o r a g e
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PRE-INSTALLATION INFORMATION IMPORT ANT : 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. NOTE: VISIX Imaging Software is fully compatible with Polaris Systems. Minimum Computer System Requirements - The Computer System (laptop or compu
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HANDPIECE FUNCTIONS Polaris Camera Handpiece 0º Center 165º Position 2 1 165º 3 330º Swivel L ens 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 - T
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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 cable . Makes connection between the Camera H a n d p i e c e a n d C o n t r o l M o d u l e t o p r o v i d e p o w e r , v i d e o o u t p u t a n d c o n t r o l f o r t h e c a m e r a . P ower
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SYSTEM INTERCONNECTIONS Polaris System - The diagram below shows the possible interconnections for the P olaris System . The h e a v y s o l i d c o n n e c t i o n l i n e s d e s i g n a t e t h e t y p i c a l o p e r a t i n g c o n f i g u r a t i o n ( c o n n e c t e d t o a c o m p u t e r s y s t e m ) . T h e d a s h e d l i n e s h o w s t h e o p t i o n a l c o n n e c t i o n to a video monitor , while the lighter solid
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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 - C a r e f u l l y c o n n e c t t h e s u p p l i e d C a m e r a H a n d p i e c e C a b l e
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INSTALLATION USB Digital Video/Button Control Connection Options - R e f e r t o c o r r e s p o n d i n g figure below and perform the following procedure to connect the USB 20 . High Speed output of the P olaris 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 t o b e c o
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INSTALLATION Video Connection Options - Make connections as required by individual office equipment to connect the P olaris 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 supplie
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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 P olaris System to your computer or attempting to use it for the first time, run the Setup program on the P olaris System Driver
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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. 2 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
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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-P erform the following procedure as necessary to turn the power on for operation of the P olaris System . 1 . R eview the Installation Section as needed and make sure the P olaris System co
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SYSTEM OPERATION 2 . R emove the Camera Handpiece from the handpiece holder and observe that the computer display shows the high-resolution live video images taken by the camera . 3 . I f d e s i r e d , r o t a t e t h e l e n s h e a d l e f t o r r i g h t f r o m c e n t e r . 4 . P l a c e t h e c a m e r a l e n s w i n d o w o v e r a r e a o f i n t e r e s t a n d v i e w i m a g e o n c o m p u t e r d i s p l a y
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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 d
