Kodak 9000 - Acquiring Images; Acquiring a Panoramic, TMJ x2 or Sinus Image; Preparing the Unit and Setting the Acquisition Parameters

KODAK 9000 3D Extraoral Imaging System_User Guide (SM710)_Ed 01 5–1
Chapter 5
ACQUIRING IMAGES
Acquiring a Panoramic, TMJ x2 or Sinus Image
Before acquiring an image, check that you have:
• Reset the Unit rotative arm to start position for patient entry
• Selected the patient record
• Accessed the Imaging Window
• Accessed the Panoramic Acquisition Window
Preparing the Unit and Setting the Acquisition
Parameters
To set the acquisition parameters, follow these steps:
1. In the Panoramic Acquisition Window, click the Program button to access the Program
pane. Click on the section of the jaw to select the anatomical zone for the x-ray image,
such as panoramic, TMJ x2 or sinus.
2. Click the Patient button to access the Patient pane.
Select the patient:
• Corpulence
• Dental arch morphology
• Incisors orientation
3. If needed, click the Parameter button to access the Parameter pane and select the
appropriate parameters.
4. Position the appropriate chin rest on the chin rest support and cover the bite block with a
hygienic barrier. If needed, use the edentulous bite block. Press and hold to raise
the chin rest to the maximum height.