Overview: Calibration ensures the wired Trios scanner captures dental scans accurately. Frequent calibration is a standard part of daily practice routines for optimal hardware performance.
Prerequisites
Before beginning the calibration process, ensure the following equipment is available:
Scanner wand
Scanner base
Cylindrical calibration tip
Gray adapter
Boxed, rectangular calibration target
Mirror tip (Note: Mirror tips are distinct from protective tips)
Required Equipment for Calibration
The 3Shape Trios 3 box includes all necessary components for calibration. Verify the presence of the scanner wand, scanner base, and various calibration tips before initiating the software sequence.
Calibrate the Wired Trios Scanner
The Chairside software manages the calibration sequence for the wired Trios scanner. Follow these instructions to maintain scanner accuracy.
Automatic Calibration Prompts
The Chairside software automatically notifies the user when the wired Trios scanner requires calibration. When the software prompt appears, select the "Calibrate" option to start the guided sequence.
Manual Calibration Process
Users can initiate calibration manually at any time, such as the start of a workday. To start a manual calibration:
Place the scanner wand securely on the scanner base.
Select the Power icon located in the top-right corner of the Chairside software interface.
Choose Calibrate Scanner from the dropdown menu.
Follow the step-by-step instructions and visual guides in the Chairside software to calibrate depth and color.