Carestream CS 8100 3D - Acquiring Panoramic Images; Acquiring a Panoramic, TMJ x2, or Sinus Image; Preparing the Unit and Setting Acquisition Parameters

Panoramic and 3D Modality User guide for CS 8100 3D Family (SM842) Ed07 27
5 Acquiring Panoramic Images
Acquiring a Panoramic, TMJ x2, or Sinus Image for the Adult and
Pediatric Patient
Before acquiring an image, check that you have:
• Reset the unit rotative arm to the patient entry position for patient to enter the unit.
• Selected the patient record.
• Accessed the imaging window.
• Accessed the Panoramic Acquisition Interface.
Preparing the Unit and Setting the Acquisition Parameters
To set the acquisition parameters, follow these steps:
1. In the Panoramic Acquisition Interface, click the Patient button to access the Patient pane.
Select the Patient type and Dental arch morphology:
• Type (1 )
• Child
• Adult: Small, Medium, Large Jaw size
• Dental arch morphology (2)
Important: See the CS 8100 3D Family Safety, Regulatory and Technical
Specifications User Guide (SM844) for information on radiation protection
and recommendations when you select a patient type, especially the
pediatric patient.