Setting Imaging Preferences

To set imaging preferences:

In the System icons, click . The Preferences window is displayed.
Click . The Imaging preferences are displayed.
Set the following fields and options:
Image overlay color—Select the color of text information overlays for your images.
Tooth numbering system—Select ADA (American) or FDI (European).
Inside looking out—Select to see all x-rays from inside the patient’s mouth looking out. The left side of the image on the screen corresponds to the patient’s left side.

If this option is not selected, the left side of the image on the screen corresponds to the patient’s right side; for example, the molars on the right side of a patient's head appear on the left side of the screen.

Blue filter—Applies a blue tint to all images, giving the appearance of traditional x-rays.
Monitor test pattern—Displays a test pattern the first time you launch CS Imaging each day. Use the test pattern to calibrate your computer monitor to properly render radiological images.
Display brand logo on images—Select to show the equipment brand logo when you view an image in the Image Viewing Workspace or Darkroom mode.
Display dosimeter on newly acquired images—Select to see a dosimeter reading on the newly acquired images.

Note: When a new image has been saved, the dosimeter reading is displayed only in the Image Information window.

Display calibration indicator on images—Select to see the calibration image on images.
Reset all warning messages—Select to reset all warning message settings.
Choose default program—For CS Model, CS Restore, CAD, and 3D files, select a default program to open the files.

Click Save.