Maxray DX3000 - X-ray Exposure Procedure

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7.2.3 DX-3000 positioning
 The distance between the end of the cone and the patient must be within
at least 20cm (8 inch) from the X-ray focal spot.
 The target teeth must be positioned at the center of the cone in order to
cover the whole tooth structure.

Operate the exposure appropriate for the image receptor and the teeth being
radiographed. Ensure the DX-3000’s cone is perpendicular to the receptor and that the
cone is pointed at the center of the teeth.
7.3 X-ray Exposure
7.3.1 X-ray exposure sequence
 The DX-3000’s X-ray exposure sequence is as follows. Set up the user and
patient in a location that is optimal for radiography prior to exposure.
1
○ Set up the exposure time according to the recommendation for the target teeth
or to the user's preference.
2
○ Place the film or digital intra-oral sensor tightly inside the target teeth.
3
○ P
ut the cone of the device up to the target teeth and perpendicular to the film
or intra-oral sensor and
press and hold the x-ray exposure button.
4
○ Hold the exposure button until exposure has finished and then place
the device
in a safe place.
5
○ Check images from the fil
m or sensor after shooting.