VisualiX is a direct (filmless) digital X-ray imaging system, conceived specifically for dental radiography in the oral cavity. The system captures X-ray images and makes them available for display on a Personal Computer (PC) screen.

An X-ray image sensor (CCD) is positioned in the patient’s mouth just like intra-oral film. The sensor may be inserted in a special positioning device to facilitate positioning and alignment with the X-ray beam. The sensor may also be positioned by hand with the assistance of the patient.

There is no electrical or physical connection between VisualiX and the X-ray generator. Images are automatically acquired when X-rays are present in a dose which is percep- tible to the sensor.

Digital X-ray images are quickly displayed on the screen. Images can be optimized for viewing via imaging software, stored as image files, and printed out on a suitable printer if desired. VixWin is one example of a dedicated software that employs a number of utilities for optimizing viewing and printing of images.

VisualiX must be connected to a PC running on a Microsoft® Windows® operating system through the standard USB port (Universal Serial Bus). See the “System Configuration” paragraph for details.