Model Number: DEASYCS220

Date of issue 01.09

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Operating Instructions

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VITA Easyshade Compact Medical equipment. With respect to electric shock,fire and mechanical hazards only in accordance withUL 60601-1, IEC/EN 60601-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 601.1

Attention, consult accompanying documents

Type B applied part

Single patient use only

Class II equipment

Definition of symbols:

Warning1. Use only with VITA power supply, Prod. No. 046002.2. Never look directly into the VITA Easyshade Compact

probe tip when the lamp is on.3. Do not immerse the VITA Easyshade Compact hand piece

or base unit in water or any other liquid.4. Follow the instructions in section 1.5 to properly apply

an anti-infection cover.5. Follow the instructions in section 8 to properly clean and

disinfect VITA Easyshade Compact.6. Do not expose the battery to temperatures above 60°C.

Do not disassemble or alter the electrical connectionsof the battery.

7. The general recommendations for the use of theVITA Easyshade Compact instrument in dentist practicesand dental laboratories precautions must be followed.

8. Anti-infection covers are forsingle patient use only.

Important information on electromagneticcompatibilityPortable and mobile radio frequency (RF) communicationsequipment can affect medical electrical equipment.This product is intended for use in the electromagneticenvironments specified. The user of this product shouldassure it is used in such an environment.

1) Portable and mobile RF Communications equipment(cell phones) should not be used at close distances.

2) Power frequency magnetic fields should be at levelscharacteristic of a typical location in a commercialor hospital environment.

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This unit and any accessory components are subjectto regulation 2002/96/EC (WEEE) and applicable nationallaws and must not be disposed of with unsortedhousehold waste within the European Union (EU).

The VITA Eayshade Compact instrument complieswith the applicable regulations of the EuropeanUnion (EU). The declaration of conformity can berequested from VITA Quality Management atwww.vita-zahnfabrik.com

Disposal of equipment

Important copyright information:© Copyright 2008, Vita Zahnfabrik. All Rights Reserved.Software in part © Copyright 2008, JJL Technologies LLC.All Rights Reserved.

This document and/or the software, data and informationreferenced or contained herein contain confidential andproprietary information of Vita Zahnfabrik and/or JJLTechnologies. This document does not convey or representany right or license to use any software, data or information,any right or license to use any intellectual property rights,

or any obligation on the part of Vita Zahnfabrik and/orJJL Technologies to provide support or other servicesin connection therewith. Any right or license to useany software data, information or other intellectual propertyrights of Vita Zahnfabrik and/or JJL Technologies, or anyobligation to provide services, must be conveyed byseparate written agreement with Vita Zahnfabrik and/orJJL Technologies.

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1 Getting started 61.1 Package contents 61.2 Product information 61.3 System setup / Features 71.4 Battery charging 81.5 Applying an anti-infection cover 81.6 Power-on 91.7 Calibrating 9

1.7.1 Automatic calibration 91.7.2 Manual calibration 111.7.3 Monitoring the calibration 11

2 Menu navigation 12

3 Measuring a tooth 13

4 Modes of Operation 154.1 Tooth single mode 154.2 Tooth areas mode 164.3 Restoration mode 174.4 Training mode 20

5 Recording the results 21

6 Extended color information 226.1 VITAPAN classical A1–D4 Shades 226.2 VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER Shades 226.3 Verify restoration 23

7 Battery level 24

8 Cleaning and disinfecting 25

9 Automatic power off 26

10 Interpolated VITA SYSTEM3D-MASTER® shades 27

11 Easyshade® LabRx software 28

12 Appendix 2912.1 Replacement parts 2912.2 Icons 2912.3 Screens 3012.4 Error messages 3112.5 Troubleshooting 3212.6 Technical data 3312.7 Storage and transport conditions 3312.8 Glossary 3412.9 Patents and trademarks 3512.10 Warranty 35

Table of contents

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1 Getting startedThank you for your purchase of the VITA Easyshade Compact precisioninstrument which provides accurate shade determination for naturaldentition and a variety of restorations.The instrument can measure a broad range of shades, includingVITA Linearguide 3D-MASTER, VITA Toothguide 3D-MASTER includingthe BLEACHED SHADE GUIDE shades and VITAPAN c1assical A1-D4 shades.VITA Easyshade Compact also measures 3D “interpolated shades,” whichare intermediate shades achieved by mixing two or more porcelains together.For accurate shade matching results, please read these instructionscompletely before using your instrument.

1.1 Package contents1 – Operating instructions and Quick User Guide (not shown)1 – CD - Easyshade LabRx software (A)1 – Package of anti-infection covers (B)1 – Easyshade Compact hand piece (C)1 – Easyshade Compact base unit with (D) calibration holder1 – Power supply with universal wall (E) adapter kit1 – Mini USB cable

Note: If any items are missing, contact VITA Zahnfabrikimmediately.

1.2 Product informationPlease record the following information in the table below.

Date of purchase:

Serial number of theEasyshade Compact hand piece:

Serial number of theEasyshade Compact base unit:

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USB port

Charging LEDindicator light

Measurementswitch

Serial numberof base unit

Charging pins

Serial numberof calibrationholder

Serial numberof hand piece

Place the base unit on a flat surface.Insert the Easyshade Compact hand piece into the baseunit so that the battery charging port fits overthe charging pins.

1.3 System setupOpen the VITA Easyshade Compact shipping containerand remove the operating instructions, the CD-Romwith the Operating Instructions and LabRX,the Easyshade Compact hand piece, base unit withcalibration holder and power supply.Remove the power supply from the cardboardcontainer and insert the appropriate universalwall plug into the power supply.

The hand piece and the calibration holder will havethe same serial number (fig. 1); if not, contact VITAimmediately. The base unit may have a differentserial number.

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2 1.4 Battery chargingPlug the power supply into an appropriate power source usingone of the supplied universal wall plugs.Insert the plug into the base unit (fig. 2).

The green LED battery charging indicator light is lit when the batteryis charging (fig. 2). Let the battery of the hand piece charge for a minimumof five hours before initial use.

1.5 Applying an anti-infection coverIt is important to properly clean and disinfect the instrument betweenpatient uses and to use a new VITA Easyshade Compact anti-infection coverfor each patient to prevent patient cross-contamination.

The anti-infection cover also protects the fiber optics in theprobe tip from damage.

1. Insert probe tip into the cover2. Remove paper backing from the cover3. Pull cover carefully over the hook4. Secure cover on the hook

Verify that the anti-infection cover is stretched uniformly and flatly overthe face of the probe tip and that the cover has not torn during application(fig. 3-5).

The anti-infection cover should remain in place for all measurementswith the same patient, unless re-calibration is necessary as indicatedin section 1.7.3.

These non-sterile covers are for single patient use only and should beproperly disposed of.

Note: An anti-infection cover that has come into contact witha patient must not contact the calibration block assembly.If this occurs, follow the instructions for cleaning and disinfectionof the calibration block assembly in section 8.

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1.6 Power-onTurn on VITA Easyshade Compact by pressing and holding the measurementswitch on the top of the unit or any of the display switches for two seconds.As long as the hourglass icon is displayed, the unit is not ready for use.When the blinking calibration icon is displayed, VITA Easyshade Compactcan be calibrated (see section 1.7.1).

1.7 CalibrationThe unit may only be calibrated with a new anti-infection coverin order to prevent patient to patient cross-contamination.

1.7.1 Automatic calibrationIf the base unit is connected to the mains supply, the calibration procedureis carried out automatically.

Place the instrument in the calibration holder so that the probe tip is flushwith and perpendicular to the calibration block and depresses the calibrationswitch (see adjacent figure, anti-infection cover not shown).Make sure that the hand piece is fully seated in the calibration holder.

A green light in the center of the base unit is lit and shortly afterwardsthe hand piece probe will illuminate the calibration block (fig. 8).

A triple “beep” indicates the end of the calibration process.

Note: When the calibration icon is blinking, the hand pieceswitch will not function; measurements can not be carried out.Before carrying out any measurement, the unit must be calibrated.If power is not available to the base unit, the unit must be calibratedmanually (section 1.7.2).

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IR Port

After successful calibration, the measurement menu is displayed (fig. 9)and the unit is ready for use. The measurement used last is highlightedand activated after pressing the Enter key.

If a single “beep” sounds, the adjacent screen (fig. 10) anda corresponding error number will be displayed (see section 12.4).Calibration has failed and should be repeated.

Note: Make sure not to block the IR ports located on thehand piece and the base unit (see adjacent figure).

Avoid placing the unit in the vicinity of a powerful light source(such as sunlight or an incandescent light), which may interferewith the signal transmission between the base unit and the hand piece.

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12 1.7.2 Manual calibrationThe instrument can also be calibrated when a power source is notavailable for the base unit. For this purpose select the calibration iconin the Setting menu which is accessed from the toolbar icon in theMain menu (see section 12.3 Menus).

Place the hand piece in the calibration holder and press the hand pieceswitch to activate the calibration procedure.

The green light in the base unit will not illuminate.

Note: VITA Easyshade Compact is pre-calibrated at the factoryfor the calibration block that is shipped with the instrument.If you own more than one VITA Easyshade Compact, care must be takennot to switch calibration blocks between VITA Easyshade Compact units,which may adversely affect the accuracy of measurements.

Make sure that the serial number on the hand piece matchesthe serial number on the calibration holder (see section 1).

1.7.3 Monitoring the calibrationDue to environmental changes or after repeated use, it may be necessaryto re-calibrate the instument when performing repeated measurements.A blinking calibration icon, as indicated in figure 13, indicates thatthe instrument must be re-calibrated.

Re-calibration should be performed as soon as possible.If immediate re-calibration is required, error no. 106 will be displayedand the instrument will need to be re-calibrated before additionalmeasurements can be made (see section 12.4).

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Arrowbuttons

Display

2 Menu navigationThe two arrow buttons located below the display (as shown in figure 14)are used to navigate the instrument's menus.These buttons move the cursor over the icons.

Pressing the Enter button will select the highlighted icon.

See sections 12.2 and 12.3 – Description of all icons and a flow chartof all screens (menus).

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3 Measuring a toothThe instrument may be used to measure a single area on a tooth(“Tooth single”) or to measure the cervical, middle and incisal areas(“Tooth areas”) as described in section 4.

Procedure to perform accurate measurements withVITA Easyshade Compact:

The probe tip must be placed perpendicular and flush to the tooth surfaceas indicated in the adjacent figure (fig. 15).

For purposes of illustration, the probe tip is shown without an anti-infectioncover.

The probe tip must be placed on an area of the enamel surfacethat has underlying dentine.

While holding the probe tip steady against the tooth,press the Measurement button until three rapid “beeps” can be heardto indicate completion of the measurement.

VITA Easyshade Compact will display the results of the measurement.

Incorrect placement (fig. 16):Probe tip not flush on the tooth surface.

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17 Incorrect placement – incisal (fig. 17):Probe tip must be a minimum of 2 mmfrom the incisal edge.

Incorrect placement – cervical (fig. 18):Probe tip too close to gingival tissue.Maintain a minimum distance of 2 mm to the tissue margin.

If the probe tip is moved off of the tooth prior to the instrumentsounding a “beep”, an error message or an erroneous measurementwill be displayed and the measurement will need to be repeated.

Note: Prior to measuring a tooth, an anti-infection cover must beapplied to the VITA Easyshade Compact probe and the instrument mustbe calibrated. It is recommended to remove any stains from the surfaceof a tooth prior to measurement. It may be required to wipe the toothwith gauze to prevent the tip from sliding. The probe tip must be placedentirely on the natural tooth. Any contact with existing restorationsmust be avoided. Underlying restorations may adversely affect themeasurement result.

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4.1 Single tooth modeTo measure the base shade of a tooth, highlight and selectthe Tooth single icon on the Measurement menu and confirmby pressing the Enter button. Place the probe tip on the uppermiddle third of the tooth and press the measurement switch.

The measurement results will be displayedon the screen of VITA Easyshade Compact:

The closest interpolated VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER shadeis displayed.

Both the VITAPAN classical A1-D4 and theVITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER shades are displayed.

A detailed description of these screenscan be found in sections 6.1 and 6.2.

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23 Press the Enter button to return to the shade result screen.

When more than one VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade is indicatedon the screen, the shade with the largest font is the closestVITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade and the nearest neighborVITAPAN classical A1-D4 shades are indicated with the small font(see fig. 21).

4.2 Tooth areas modeTo measure the cervical, middle and incisal shades of a tooth,highlight and select the Tooth area icon on the Measurement menu.

Measurement sequence: cervical, middle and incisal.

To begin, place the probe on the cervical area of the tooth andpress the measurement switch. Three rapid “beeps” will indicatea successful measurement and “OK” will be displayed.

Proceed with the measurements of the middle and incisal areas.

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26 After successful measurement of all areas, the VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTERand VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade results will be displayed.

If an error occurs during measurement, a long “beep” will soundand an “X” will be displayed in the measured tooth area (not shown).Repeat the measurement of the area until a successful measurementresult is obtained.

To receive extended color information, highlight and select oneof the displayed shade results. Refer to section 6.2 for a detaileddesciption of the results.

4.3 Restoration modeVITA Easyshade Compact enables dental professionals to extra-orallyverify that a restoration's shade is an acceptable match to the prescribedintra-oral shade. Both the 52 VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER interpolatedshades and the 16 VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shades can be verified.

To verify a restoration, highlight and select the Restoration iconon the Measurement menu and press the Enter button.

The target shade is selected before measuring the restoration.

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29 Use the arrow buttons and the Enter button to selecta VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER or VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shadeas illustrated in the adjacent screens.

The arrow buttons are used to switch between the value,hue and chroma groups of VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER.

The Enter button is used to scroll within each value,hue and chroma group.

Note: To verify a restoration, only the base shade of the restorationis measured in the middle third of the restoration.The ceramic material must have a minimum thickness of 0.8 to 1.5 mmto ensure accuracy of the measurement. Very translucent all-ceramicrestorations, such as veneers, will require the application of atooth-colored material, such as VITA Simulate, to obtain accuratemeasurement results.

Once the target shade is selected, measure the middle third of the restoration.

The degree to which the restoration matches the target shade is indicatedby 1 to 3 asterisks, as shown in the following figures.

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33 *** ”Good” means that the base color of the restoration haslittle or no color difference from the target shade to whichit has been verified.

** ”Fair” means that the base color of the restoration may havea noticeable but acceptable difference from the target shadeto which it has been verified. However, this may not be acceptablefor an anterior restoration.

* ”Adjust” means that the base color of the restorationhas a noticeable difference from the target shade to whichit has been verified, and that the restoration should be adjustedto be an acceptable shade match.

For extended color information, highlight and select the asterisk field.Refer to section 6.3 for a detailed description of the results.

Press the Enter button to return to the “Verify restoration” screen.

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36 4.4 Training modeTo learn how to use VITA Easyshade Compact, it is useful to practiseusing the instrument by measuring VITA Linearguide 3D-MASTER,VITA Toothguide 3D-MASTER or VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade tabs.

To measure a shade tab, highlight the Shade tab iconon the Measurement menu.

Hold the probe tip steady on the middle of the shade tab and pressthe measurement switch until three rapid “beeps” can be heard,which indicate completion of the measurement.

The measurement result with the closest shade match as determinedby the instrument is displayed on the screen.

Use the Classical and 3D-MASTER icons to switch betweenthe different shade systems.

If the probe tip is not held steady or is partially off the shade tab,a measurement error will be displayed on the Measurement screen.

For purposes of training, repeat the measurement until a correct resultis displayed.

Note: The 29 VITA Linearguide or Toothguide 3D-MASTER shadesand the 16 VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shades are displayed in the training mode.Measuring other shade guides or interpolated VITA shade tabs will producedifferent (possibly inaccurate) results. Due to the small difference in the colorand the natural color variations of the shade tabs, even slight changes inthe measurement process may lead to the fact that a nearest “neighbor shade”is displayed for some shades.

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5 Recording the resultsThe instrument has a memory capacity to store 25 successfulmeasurements in the order in which they were made.Each set of tooth area measurement is stored as one result.

The Record icon is located on the lower left of theMeasurement menu screen.

When recording measurement results, a bar will be displayedwithin the Record icon. The length of the bar indicates the numberof measurements stored. Directional arrows allow navigationwithin the recorded data.

Once the maximum number of measurements is stored,the number 25 will flash. If additional measurement results are added,the value of position 25 will be replaced with the last measurement value.The first 24 measurement values will not be changed.

It is recommended to delete results before reachingthe number 25 position.

To delete results, highlight and select (Enter button)the Record icon on the Setting screen (see appendix 12.2 Icons).To avoid accidental deletion, the Record icon must be highlightedagain and the data in the memory will be deleted after pressingthe Enter button.

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6 Extended color information

6.1 VITAPAN® classical A1–D4 shadesThis screen indicates the distances in color space betweenthe measured area of the tooth and the closest matchingVITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade.

The bars graphically indicate the color distances.

L +/- The tooth's value is higher/lower than theVITAPAN classical A1–D4 shade.

C +/- The tooth's chroma is higher/lower than theVITAPAN classical A1–D4 shade.

h +/- The tooth's hue is yellower/redder than theVITAPAN classical A1–D4 shade.

6.2 VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER® shadesThis screen displays the L*C*h* *a*b color coordinatesin the CIEL*a*b color space for the measured area of the tooth.

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6.3 Verify restorationThe bars graphically indicate the color distancesof the restoration from the desired target shade.

L +/- The restoration's value is higher/lowerthan the target shade.

C +/- The restoration's chroma is higher/lowerthan the target shade.

h +/- The restoration's hue is yellower/redderthan the target shade.

This screen indicates the color distances of the restorationfrom the target shade in the L*C*h* color space.

For additional information on color theory,visit VITA's website at www.vita-zahnfabrik.com.

Note: The CIEL*a*b* values measured by VITA Easyshade Compactare measurement mode specific and only accurate for natural teeth.Measuring shade tabs or dental restorations in the Single Tooth orTooth Areas mode for CIEL*a*b values will produce inaccurate results.CIEL*a*b values are not displayed for shade tabs.

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47 7 Battery levelThe battery charge level is indicatedby the Battery icon.

When the battery is almost empty,the Battery icon will flash.

Highlight and select the Battery level iconon the Settings screen.

The battery charge level can be exactly viewedon the Battery screen.

Battery level

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8 Cleaning and disinfectingAfter each patient use, the hand piece and base unit should be cleanedwith a dental surface disinfectant wipe (such as MetriWipes®,Sani-Cloth® Plus, Sani-Cloth HB®, or Asepti-Wipe®).The recommended surface wipes are based upon quaternaryammonium compounds.Please follow the manufacturers' instructions for use.

If iodine, phenyl phenol-based products or isopropyl alcohol are usedto clean or disinfect VITA Easyshade Compact, permanent discolorationand/or cracks may result which are not covered by the Product Warranty.

Note: The dentist or health care provider should followthe CDC's recommendations for universal precautions duringthe use of VITA Easyshade Compact.

VITA Easyshade Compact may only be calibrated with a new anti-infectioncover. In the event that the calibration block becomes contaminated,the calibration block including holder must be removed from the base unit andsterilized using a steam autoclave in accordance with the instructions of themanufacturer of the sterilizing agent. Do not use a “heat only” autoclave.

While holding the base unit with one hand,turn the calibration block holder 1/4 turn anticlockwise to remove itfrom the base unit (fig. 50).

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9 Automatic power offAfter twenty minutes of inactivity, VITA Easyshade Compact turns off auto-matically (automatic power off) to save battery energy, unless the instrumentis connected to a computer via a USB cable.Press any switch to return to the Calibration screen.The unit must now be re-calibrated with a new anti-infection cover priorto performing new measurements.

To manually power off (turn off) the instrument, select the Power officon on the Settings screen (see appendix 12.2 Icons).The power off function is not available if the unit is connectedto a computer via a USB cable.

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0M10M1.50M20M2.50M3

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1.5M11.5M1.51.5M21.5M2.5

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3M13M1.53M23M2.53M3

3.5M13.5M1.53.5M23.5M2.53.5M3

4M14M1.54M24M2.54M3

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VITA Easyshade Compact measures teethand restorations to the nearestVITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER shade.

The 29 VITA Linearguide or Toothguide 3D-MASTERshades are shown in bold in the tables above.The tables also include the 52 interpolated shadesthat are achieved by equally mixing the appropriateVITA 3D-MASTER porcelains.

R shades

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11 Easyshade® LabRx softwareVITA Easyshade Compact can be connectedto a PC via the USB port located at the rearof the hand piece.Use the enclosed mini USB cable.

Follow the instructions included with theEasyshade LabRx software for software compatibilityand setup of the VITA Easyshade Compact softwareinterface.

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VerifyrestorationAdjust

Verifyrestoration

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VerifyrestorationGood

Directionalarrows

VITA SYSTEM3D-MASTERshade system

VITAPAN clas-sical A1–D4shade system

Recordingmemoryis empty

Recordingmemoryis full

Recordingmemory

Measuretooth single

Measureshade tab

Measuretooth areascervical

Measuretooth areasmiddle

Measuretooth areasincisal

Battery fullycharged

Batteryempty

HomeToolbar

Tooth single Tooth areas Verifyrestoration

Shade tab Off Measurementfailed

Calibrationfailed

Shade matchfailed

Calibration

12.2 Tables of icons

LabRX CD-ROM: D39000

Operating instructions: 1506

Quick start guide: 1559

Mini USB cable: D46007

External power supply: D46002

12 Appendix

12.1 Replacement parts and accessories for usersThe following replacement parts and accessoriesfor users are available from VITA:

Case with insert: DEASYCSK

Anti-infection cover: D39003

Shipping container: EASYCVP

Base unit: D46006

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12.3 Screens

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Calibrate the instrument.

Power unit off. Insert the probe tip into the calibration block holder.Switch the unit on and calibrate it.

Hold steady when measuring.

Internal message, contact VITA's Technical Serviceif problem persists.

Re-calibrate

Re-calibrate

Re-calibrate

Shade out of measurement range

Unplug the USB cable; then re-install USB cable.

Contact VITA's Technical Service.

Charge the battery

Error no. Then ...Symbol

12.4 Error messages

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VITA Easyshade Compactcan not be turned on

VITA Easyshade Compactcan not be calibrated or repeatedlyprompts to calibrate again

Measurements can not be madeafter switching onVITA Easyshade Compact

A measurement is made andVITA Easyshade Compactdisplays “-” in place of aVITAPAN classical A1-D4 shadeor VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER shade.

Consistently inaccurate shades aredisplayed when testing on shade tabs

A letter (S or W) is displayedto the right of the Toolbar icon

Charge the battery as described in section 1.4.

Make sure that the probe tip is correctly placed into the calibrationblock holder and held at an angle of 90° and is not lifted before hearingthe “beep”, which indicates completion of calibration.Reposition the probe tip as needed. Make sure that the IR portsof the base unit and the hand piece are not blocked (see section 1.7.1).

Make sure that the correct Measurement mode icon (see section 4)is highlighted on the Measurement screen.Make sure that the instrument is calibrated in accordance with section 1.7.1.

Either the color is outside the known range of dental shades,the probe tip was not correctly positioned or was lifted or movedduring the measurement. Measure again; be careful to use properplacement technique.

Make sure that Easyshade is in Shade Tab mode.Make sure that the calibration block and the probe tip are clean;then re-calibrate the unit. Use only approved VITA Easyshade Compactanti-infection covers. Repeat the measurement, assuring that the probe tipis touching the surface at 90° in the middle of the shade tab andthat the probe tip is not moving during the measurement.Verify that the correct calibration block for VITA Easyshade Compactis installed. Make sure that only VITA Linearguide or Toothguide 3D-Masterand VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade tabs are used.

This indicates a temporary change to the instrument, due to environmentalfactors, such as static discharge or disconnecting the battery.Turn the unit off and on again; the letter will not be displayed.

Problem Then ...

12.5 Troubleshooting

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Temperature range:

Humidity range:

Pressure range:

- 40 °C to + 60 °C

10% to 90%, non condensing

500 to 1060 hPa

12.6 Technical data

Height /Width/Depth:

Weight:

Battery:

Lamp type:

Connection:

Classifications:

Temperature range:

15.9 cm / 17.2 cm / 10.8 cm

511g

Rechargeable Li-Ion battery

White High Power LED

Use only approved power supply,VITA Prod. No. D46002

UL 60601-1 Class II equipment

Type B applied part

IPXO

Equipment is not suitable for use in presenceof flammable anesthetic mixture with air or nitrous oxide.

15°C to 40°C

12.7 Storage and transport conditions

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Spectrophotometer

VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER shades

VITAPAN classical A1–D4 shades

Value

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Hue

Interpolated

CIEL*a*b*

An instrument for color measurement that measures the spectraldistribution of light and converts it into color values (tristimulus value)or an internationally accepted numerical form.

Refers to the 29 shade sample teeth including 3 Bleached Shade Guideand the 52 VITA SYSTEM 3D-MASTER interpolated shades.

Refers to the 16 original VITAPAN classical A1-D4 shades found on theVITAPAN classical A1-D4 shade guide, which was originally calledthe Lumin Vacuum shade guide.

The luminance of the color. It is the lightness or darkness of a colorrelative to a series of grays ranging from white (L = 100) to black (L = 0).

The saturation (intensity) of a color. It is the difference between the colorand a gray having the same brightness, measured as the distance fromthe neutral axis. It is sometimes referred to as the purity of the color.

What we commonly call color (red, yellow, green, blue or some other color).It corresponds to the physical wavelength of light. In the L*C*h* system it isrepresented as an angle ranging from 0° to 360°. Angles that range from 0° to 90°are reds, oranges and yellows; 90° to 180° are yellows, yellow-greens and greens;180° to 270° are greens, cyans (blue-greens) and blues; 270° to 360° are blues,purples, and magentas, returning again to red at 360° (the same as 0°).

The mixture of two or more shades of porcelain to achieve an intermediateshade. For example, 2M2 can be mixed with 2M3 to achieve the shade 2M2.5.

A three-coordinate representation of color (tristimulus) in color space,defined by the International Commission on Illumination (CommissionInternationale d'Eclairage). For additional information on color theoryvisit VITA's website at www.vita-zahnfabrik.com

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12.9 Patents and trademarksVITA Easyshade Compact is covered by one or moreof the following US Patents (6,040,902; 6,233,047;6,239,868; 6,249,348; 6,264,470; 6,307,629; 6,381,017;6,417,917; 6,449,041; 6,490,038; 6,519,037; 6,538,726;6,570,654; 6,888,634; 6,903,813; 6,950,189; 7,069,186;7,110,096; 7,113,283; 7,116,408; 7,139,068; 7,298,483;7,301,636) and other U.S. and foreign patents pending.

Easyshade®, VITAPAN® and 3D-MASTER® areregistered trademarks of VITA Zahnfabrik.

Windows® is a registered trademark ofMicrosoft Corporation.

Other trademarks shown herein arethe property of their respective owners.

12.10 WarrantyThe warranty claims of the original purchaserof the Easyshade Compact spectrophotometerare based on the General Terms of Businessof VITA and the statutory provisions.

Visit www.vita-zahnfabrik.com to readthe General Terms of Business of VITA.

VITA does not assume any liability for loss of datacaused by the use of the LabRX CD-Rom.Technical support or service for Easyshade Compactare available from VITA at + 49/77 61- 5620.

If necessary for service, a Returned GoodsAuthorization number will be provided withfurther instructions. We recommend to retainthe original packaging for service/warrantyif necessary.

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