Using the ScanX Scanner - Scanning Exposed Plates
The big picture:
Scan all exposed #2 plates in template order so images populate correctly in Eaglesoft.Why it matters:
Correct setup and plate sequence prevent image placement errors and keep the workflow moving.Before you start
- Confirm all ScanX plate guides are labeled for #2 plates.
- Power on the ScanX machine.
- Log in to Eaglesoft (ES).
Set up the patient exam
- Open Patient.
- Search for the patient and click Use.
- Select the X-ray icon or bitewing radiograph.
- Under New Exams, choose the matching template (example: FMX Horz 18).
Note:
Template film orientation appears opposite of the mounted images.
- Horizontal images appear vertical.
- Vertical images appear horizontal.
Start Scanning
- Click Acquire.
- In the ScanX Preview window, click Start.
- Confirm the mode is Intraoral Standard.
- Verify all ScanX slot indicators are green.
Load the plates
- Open the barrier for plate #1.
- Insert the plate into the far-left guide:
- Hold by the edges.
- Lettering faces outward.
- The small "a" enters first.
Watch the indicator lights:
- Green = slot available.
- Yellow = slot busy. Wait for green before reusing.
- Insert plate #2 into the second guide.
- Continue loading plates from left to right.
Important rules
- The ScanX has 4 plate slots.
- Always scan plates in the template order (1-18 for an FMX).
- Monitor scan progress in the left panel of the ScanX Preview window.
- Plates are erased during scanning and ready for the next patient.
Finish
- After all plates are scanned, click Finished.
- Images will populate the template.