Carestream 1500 Camera

The intraoral camera designed to deliver precise, true-to-life images with each and every shot

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Get the visual evidence you need to educate patients and make more accurate diagnoses with the CS 1500—the intraoral camera designed to deliver precise, true-to-life images with each and every shot.

Meet your ideal communication tool

Get the visual evidence you need to educate patients and make more accurate diagnoses with the CS 1500—the intraoral camera designed to deliver precise, true-to-life images with each and every shot. Available in both a wired and wireless version, the CS 1500 features a true autofocus and intuitive lighting system to eliminate manual adjustments and simplify sharing. And, the camera’s fully TWAIN compliant to ensure a smooth integration with third-party imaging software.

  • Intraoral camera
  • From full arch to macro views, the camera delivers consistently clear, high-resolution dental digital photography images that can be easily shared with patients
  • The advanced sensor and lens means even the smallest details such as cracks, caries and lesions can be viewed easily
  • Highest resolution – 1024 x 768
  • Still and video modes with autofocus
  • The 8-LED lighting system automatically adjusts to your current lighting conditions to optimise illumination and contrast levels

Easy to Share and Use

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With just one camera, anyone in your practice can perform both intra- and extraoral exams, capture still images or videos and then quickly display them on your choice of a PC or video monitor. The wireless version of the CS 1500 allows users complete freedom of movement while the wired version’s USB connectivity enables you to connect the camera directly to your computer without a docking station—making it even easier to share the camera between multiple examination rooms and chairs.

 

 

Superior Image Quality

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Offering the large depth-of-view necessary for both intra- and extraoral images, the CS 1500 Camera is an all-in-one solution for dental digital photography still shots and videos. From full arch to macro views, the CS 1500 Camera delivers exceptionally clear images and boasts a high still image resolution (1024 x 768) as well as the widest focus range on the market (1 mm and greater). Such sharp, clear visuals ensure your patients immediately understand their options—making the camera a perfect tool for patient education.
 

True Automation

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The camera’s true autofocus works like the human eye to intuitively focus according to the distance between the camera and the filmed object—no manual adjustments required. Meanwhile, the 8-LED lighting system automatically adjusts to your current lighting conditions to optimize illumination and contrast levels.

 

 

 

Unparalleled Usability

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Since the CS 1500 Camera requires no manual adjustments, capturing images is easier and faster than ever. The ergonomically designed and lightweight handpiece fits comfortably in either hand and can maneuver even the most hard-to-reach areas. Meanwhile, the camera’s single image capture button generates high-resolution images and automatically saves them to your computer or an SD card.

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CS 1500 Intraoral Camera Demo

Detailed below are a list of problems which may occur. Click on an error to see what this means and what action should be taken.

No image is displayed on the screen

Action:

  • Make sure the power indicator LED on the docking station is green (for wireless only).
  • Make sure the power indicator LED on the camera is green.
  • If you use a video monitor, make sure the correct port is used to connect the docking station to the video monitor.
  • Disable the firewall and the antivirus software then try again. If an image is now displayed, perform necessary adjustments to the firewall and the antivirus software settings before opening the Acquisition interface again.

The camera captures an image but does not display live video or record video

  Action

  • Make sure the computer meets the minimum system requirements.
  • Make sure you use the USB cable provided with the CS 1500 intraoral camera.

After installing the camera, other USB devices do not work correctly

  Action

  • Plug the camera into a different USB port (for desktops, it is recommended to use the rear USB ports).
  • If the camera is directly connected to the computer, try using a self-powered USB hub. If using a USB hub, try connecting the camera directly to the computer.

The camera is not active within the Imaging Software interface. The camera icon is "greyed out"

  Action

  • Imaging Software, go to Options -> Preferences -> Camera. Make sure that Use a Video capture source box is checked.
  • From Windows Control panel, select Add or Remove Programs and make sure that the CS 1500 IO Camera drivers are displayed.
  • Reinstall the Acquisition interface software.

The colours of the live video or captured images are not accurate

  Action

  • In the Acquistion interface, open acquisition mode settings Preferences and adjust contrast and brightness.
  • Check the contrast and brightness of the computer monitor.

Inconsistent auto focus or blurred image

  Action

  • Make sure the lens is not fogged.
  • Make sure the protective sheath is flattened against the lens and properly inserted (transparent side facing the lens).
  • Try restarting the camera.
  • Try replacing the sheath.

Live video/Recorded video is choppy or lagging

  Action

  • Make sure that the graphics card is using the latest drivers. Visit the website of the graphics card manufacturer to learn how to update the drivers.

Glitches with the display in Windows Vista or 7

  Action

  • Click Start -> Control Panel (View by Large Icons) -> Performance Information and Tools, and select Re-run the assessment to refresh the rating score.
  • Make sure that the graphics card is using the latest drivers. Visit the website of the graphics card manufacturer to learn how to update the drivers.

Camera focuses on sheaths during auto focus process

  Action

  • During the auto focus process, the camera may temporarily focus on the sheath prior to focusing on the correct item.

The camera does not power up properly or the white light LEDs never turn on

  Action

  • Use the dual USB cable to provide additional power to the camera (for wired USB model only).

The Activate Camera button is missing in the Acquisition module

  Action

  • Make sure the CS 1500 intraoral camera is properly paired to multiple docking stations.
  • Make sure that the correct version on Imaging Software is installed.
  • Make sure that the camera and docking station have the correct versions of firmware installed (for wireless model only).

Cleaning and Disinfecting the Camera

  • You must wear gloves while handling and using the camera.
  • The camera must be barrier protected with the protective sheath before use.
  • The camera must be disinfected with an EPA-registered intermediate-level disinfectant solution with tuberculocidal activity between patients.
  • Do not use a disinfectant containing phenolics or iodophors: doing so will damage the surface coating of the camera.
  • Never put the camera in a sterilizing device or immerse it completely.
  • Excessive fluids can damage the camera.
  • The camera is not protected against water spray.

Cleaning the Camera

If the camera is visibly contaminated with blood or body fluids, you must clean the camera before disinfecting it.

To clean the camera, follow these steps:

  1. Dampen (not soak) a lint-free cloth with lukewarm water.
  2. Remove the blood or body fluids with the dampened lint-free cloth.
  3. Wipe with an EPA-registered intermediate-level disinfectant between patients.

Disinfecting the Camera

Before each patient, the camera must be thoroughly disinfected.

To adequately disinfect the camera, follow the disinfectant manufacturer’s instructions for the appropriate contact time.

To disinfect the camera, follow these steps:

  1. Remove the protective sheath.
  2. Remove all visible soil
  3. Dampen (not soak) a lint-free cloth with 0.525% sodium hypochlorite or use a 1/10 dilution o 5.25% (for example, if in the USA, use GLUCO-CHLOR).
  4. Wipe all surfaces of the camera thoroughly. Do not rinse.
  5. Allow to dry in the open air.

Inspecting the Camera for Damage

Inspect the camera for signs of deterioration, such as the buttons or the cable. If damage is noted, do not use the camera and contact your representative.


Disposing of the Battery

The battery is a user-replaceable part ordered directly from the distributor or dealer.

To dispose of the battery, follow these steps:

  • Press the Battery Release button (A) and gently pull the battery out.

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  • Hold the camera in one hand, and use your other hand to push the new battery into the bottom of the camera.

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  • Make sure the battery is locked into place.
  • To make sure that the battery and all the cables are inserted correctly, press the ON/OFF for 3 seconds to power ON the camera.

At the end of its useful life, properly dispose the battery following all local regulations. 

For information on disposal/recycling options in the European Union, see the European Portable Battery Association (EPBA) at http://www.epbaeurope.net/

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