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Shofu EyeSpecial C-II User Manual

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Smart digital camera designed exclusively for dentistry
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For the "Advanced Manual" of the EyeSpecial C-II, visit our website at www.shofu.de.
Read through the attached "Important Safety
Instructions" before using this camera.

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  • Page 1 Read through the attached “Important Safety Instructions” before using this camera. Smart digital camera designed exclusively for dentistry User’s Manual For the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II, visit our website at www.shofu.de.
  • Page 2 For the latest information on the EyeSpecial C-II, visit our website at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 3: Before Using Your Camera

    ● All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. However, should you notice an omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify your SHOFU dealer. ● In case of missing pages or disorder, please contact your local dealer for replacement.
  • Page 4 ● SHOFU will repair and replace main body and its system in case of defect within the warranty period. We do not assume any responsibility for subsequent damages arising from the failure of the unit beyond the warranty period.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using your camera 3 Playback Intended use Viewing your image Important precautions Single frame playback Reviewing other images 1 Getting to know your camera Magnifying images Names of parts Thumbnail images Front view Erasing images Bottom view Erasing the displayed image Back and side views Erase selected multiple images simultaneously Function keys...

  • Page 7: Getting To Know Your Camera

    Getting to know your camera Names of parts Front view Part name Part name Power switch Inside flash Shutter button Lens Pilot lamp LED light Outside flash Bottom view Part name Part name Strap eyelet Tripod socket Lock lever Name plate Battery cover...

  • Page 8: Back And Side Views

    Back and side views Part name Part name Function keys SET key 1a: F1 MENU key 1b: F2 Speaker 1c: F3 Liquid crystal display screen (touch panel) 1d: F4 SD memory card / DC in jack Dial key AV OUT connector Strap mount SD Card slot Function keys...

  • Page 9: Lcd Screen Indicator

    LED light mode – Illustration p. 25 Brightness compensation – Current magnification ratio p. 25 – Flash mode Other information might appear on the screen. ☞ Refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 10: Playback Mode

    There are two ways to operate this camera. Direct screen touch Touch a function tab you want to select. Tips Touch panel function of EyeSpecial C-II Screen keys can be operated with or without Face Low glare gloves or by using the tip of a stylus. However, securely pressing with finger is recommended.

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting started Perform the following preparation before you start taking pictures. Attaching the hand strap Attach one end of the strap to the strap mount on the lateral side of the camera and another to the eyelet on the bottom of the camera. ATTENTION CAUTION Always use the strap to avoid accidental dropping of the camera.

  • Page 12: Attaching The Lens Cap String (Optional)

    Put the other end of the strap through the strap eyelet. Adjust the strap while holding the camera until the optimal fit is obtained. Feed the strap end through the slide adjuster to fix. Insert the strap into the buckle as pictured below. Attaching the lens cap string (optional) Loop the lens string to the strap mount.

  • Page 13: Installing Batteries

    Installing batteries The battery slot is on the bottom side of the camera. Gently turn the camera upside down to install the batteries. Turn the lock lever to the position “UNLOCK”. Then, slide the battery cover to the front side of the camera. Flip up the lock lever and insert 4 rechargeable AA nickel hydride batteries or alkaline batteries.

  • Page 14: Inserting Sd Memory Card

    Close the cover securely. Formatting SD card To take full advantage of all the features of EyeSpecial C-II, your SD card should be formatted by EyeSpecial C-II (as opposed to formatting via your PC or another device). To do so, please follow these simple instructions: 1.

  • Page 15: Removing The Lens Cap

    Tips ● Storage capacities (number of pictures) Approximately 350 shots can be taken on a fully charged rechargeable nickel hydride cell (cell capacity 1,900 mAh). Approximately 250 shots can be performed when using new alkaline batteries (based on the in-house test results).

  • Page 16: Turning The Camera On

    Turning the camera on Rotate the power switch to turn the camera on. • To turn the camera off, rotate the Power switch with the dial notch to the “OFF” position. • This camera has power-saving function and auto-power off function. When the camera is left unused for a certain period of time, the camera automatically shifts into the power save mode.
  • Page 17 Choosing the display style Select one date format. Setting the date and time Rotate the dial key or touch the screen to move to the next item field. Press (F2 key) or (F3 key) to increase or decrease the value for each option. Selecting unit display You can choose from metric and imperial unit display.
  • Page 18 ● Slow response of the camera The EyeSpecial C-II sometimes does not respond to your command immediately when other operations are in progress; for example, immediately after you rotate the dial key to change the magnification ratio and then press the shutter half-way to focus or just after you take a picture etc.

  • Page 19: Taking Pictures

    Follow the safety information indicated in the attached “Important Safety Instructions”. Before you start taking pictures The EyeSpecial C-II is designed specifically for dentistry, which is different from general digital cameras that allow pictures at any distance from the subject. In order to take intraoral photos under optimal conditions, the distance from the subject has to be within a certain range.

  • Page 20: Input Patient Id Or Photograph Patient Record (Optional)

    Input patient ID or photograph patient record (optional) You can choose an image management method from the following 2 methods: • Give patient ID No. to each image. • Photograph patient record. This procedure is optional and can be skipped. Press the F3 key or touch the tab in the shooting mode;...

  • Page 21: Scanning Qr Code

    Scanning QR code Patient’s name and ID number can be stored by scanning a QR code exclusive to this camera. When you select “Scan QR Code”, the following display appears on the screen. Hold the camera over the code in such a way that the white square on the screen is centered over the QR code.

  • Page 22: Photograph Patient Record

    Patient’s name can be recorded by taking a picture of his (her) medical record. ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de. Confirm / erase patient ID To display the patient name together with the ID number, return to “Patient information”...

  • Page 23: Shooting Modes

    Shooting modes Mode Intended use Explanation Standard For standard intraoral Basic mode for dentistry. photography Surgery For intraoral photography from You can take photos from a greater distance than a distance in standard mode. This mode is optimal for surgery, when you do not wish to put the camera close to the subject.

  • Page 24: Custom Mode

    Scanning QR code Camera settings can be changed all at once by scanning a QR code (exclusive for this camera). ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 25: Select Magnification Ratio

    Selected magnification ratio ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de. Set focus distance Based on the optimal focus distance displayed on the upper area of the screen, set the distance between the camera and the subject.
  • Page 26 Change the camera position until the subject appears on the screen sharply. Too close Too far (blur) (sharp) (blur) Note Do not press the shutter button until the distance is determined. Tips ● Focus distance Even if the actual focus distance is outside the optimal focus distance, you can take a picture as long as it’s within the focus range.

  • Page 27: Taking Pictures

    Taking pictures Focus and take picture Half-press the shutter to focus. Set the focus within the AF frame. When the focus is properly determined, the following 4 types of information are displayed: AF area Actual distance from the subject when focused Auto-cropping indicator properly (Green): Auto-cropping in range...
  • Page 28 ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de. After focusing, press the shutter button completely down to take the picture. • After taking a picture, the image will automatically display on the LCD screen for about 5 seconds, letting you instantly preview the photo.

  • Page 29: Special Functions Of Shooting Modes

    The distance indicator is a reference for your convenience only. For optimal photo quality and the image size you desire, it is always recommended to maintain the optimal distance indicated. ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de. Special functions of shooting modes ● Mirror mode When taking a picture in Mirror mode, you can flip the image as shown in the message display.
  • Page 30 ● Tele-macro mode When selecting Tele-macro mode, “Attach close-up lens” appears on the LCD screen. Remove the lens cap first. Then the close-up lens should be screwed onto the front of the lens. Mount the close-up lens onto the camera lens and rotate it clockwise until it is securely attached.

  • Page 31: Playback

    Playback Follow the safety information indicated in the attached “Important Safety Instructions”. Viewing your image Single frame playback Press the F4 key in shooting mode to change to playback mode. The last image taken is displayed. Return to shooting mode… Enlarge image…...

  • Page 32: Magnifying Images

    Magnifying images • To magnify the image, press the F2 key in playback mode. Maximum magnification is at 6x. Press the F3 key to reduce the size of the picture. Press F1 to redisplay the picture at the 1x (original) size. •...

  • Page 33: Erasing Images

    Erasing images Erasing the displayed image Select playback mode and press the F4 key to erase the displayed picture. The message, “Erase this image?”, appears on the display. Press “OK” to erase it. Erase selected multiple images simultaneously You can erase multiple images simultaneously by selecting them from the thumbnail display.

  • Page 34: Edit Images

    Edit images You can draw on or rotate the recorded images. Press MENU key and this message appears on the display. Draw on images When “Draw” is selected, you can draw lines on the recorded images. • Press F2 to draw lines and F3 to erase them.

  • Page 35: Rotate Images

    Exif information correctly. This is caused by the compatibility issues with the software, not by any defects of the camera. Protect images Protect the image to avoid accidental deletion or unintended editing. ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 36: Transferring Images To Your Computer

    “SureFile”. To download this free software or for more information please visit www.shofu.co.jp/eyespecial/en/surefile.html. The easy to use and convenient SureFile software quickly sorts and files all images taken by the EyeSpecial C-II according to the patient ID entered prior to capturing images. To use SureFile, your SD card must first be formatted by the EyeSpecial C-II camera.

  • Page 37: Menus

    Menus The EyeSpecial C-II has a total of three menus; Shooting Menu, Playback Menu and Setup Menu. This chapter gives you an outline of the menus. ☞ For more details, refer to the “Advanced Manual” of the EyeSpecial C-II on our website, at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 38: Playback Mode Menu

    Playback mode menu You can edit the stored images (draw lines and rotate). Press MENU in the playback mode. Items Explanation Draw To draw lines on the images Rotate To rotate the image by 90° Protect To protect the images to avoid accidental deletion or unintended editing ☞...
  • Page 39 Items Explanation Tab 1 Image size To select the image size Image quality To select the image quality Image information To select on or off the image information (date and settings) Instant playback To select the time to display the last image taken Original image before flip To select save or discard the original image before flip Tab 2...

  • Page 40: Notes On Use

    Recording media ● The recorded data might be lost in the following cases. SHOFU will not be responsible in any way for the loss of recorded data or the consequences of such loss. It is recommended to always maintain backup data on another media (hard disc etc).

  • Page 41: Lcd Screen (With Touch Panel Function)

    Please contact your SHOFU dealer for maintenance and repair. Water proof and chemical proof ● The EyeSpecial C-II is IPX4 waterproof. This means that it can withstand water jets from all directions and can be cleaned with a disinfectant-moistened gauze (ethanol for disinfection). However, never immerse it into any liquid.

  • Page 42: Maintenance And Storage

    Maintenance and storage Follow the safety information indicated in the attached “Important Safety Instructions”. Maintenance ● Wipe the outside of the camera with a soft, clean and dry cloth. For disinfection, gently wipe with a disinfectant-moistened gauze etc. Should this camera come into contact with sand, avoid dusting off with hands, instead, use compressed air to clean.

  • Page 43: Troubleshooting

    Turn off the camera and remove all the batteries. Replace the batteries and turn The camera does not work on the camera again. If the camera still does not work, it might have some defect. p. 18 properly. Contact your SHOFU dealer.

  • Page 44: Error Messages

    SD card is defective. Please try another card if you have one. Something other than the provided p. 37 WB unadjusted SHOFU Gray card was photographed Use the provided SHOFU Gray card. when white balance is manually set.

  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions Question Answer How long is the battery life? Refer to “Tips: Storage capacities (number of pictures)” (p. 15) Why don’t the number of pictures remaining The picture does not take up enough space to decrease the number or decrease after taking pictures? Or why does it the picture takes up space to decrease 2 or more at once.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    0 to 40 ˚C / 10 to 80 % (without condensation) Storage Temperature / Humidity -10 to 60 ˚C / 10 to 90 % Water proof Complying with IPX4 Chemical proof Ethanol for disinfection ☞ For more details, visit our website at www.shofu.de.

  • Page 47: Accessories

    – Warranty – * The EyeSpecial C-II is sold without Alkaline AA batteries in EU countries and some other countries due to regulations. Warranty 10/11 This product has undergone strict quality control and inspection. In the unlikely event that a defect or other problem is discovered under normal usage within the warranty period (for 1 year after you purchase the product), SHOFU will replace or repair this product free of charge.

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