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	Periotron Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) How Do I Use the Periotron?

	The Periotron has been been designed to permit the use for a variety of paper strips for the collection of gingival crevice (GCF) and periodontal pocket (PPF) fluids, salivary flow and saliva thickness measurements. Power Button A circular black POWER button with a LED indicator is located on the front panel. Pushing this button will turn the Periotron on or off. Electrodes The Periotron has two electrodes that is used to measure moisture. The upper electrode is moveable, controlled by a lever, and the lower electrode is stationary. Closing the lever brings the two electrodes together and begins a measurement cycle. After a preset time (15 seconds), the Periotron will display a number. This number is referred to as a Periotron Score and represents the amount of fluid on the paper strip. Periotron Scores may be converted to volume and thickness. Display Panel A three character seven segment LED display is located on the front panel of the Periotron. Periotron Scores and error codes will be displayed here. Normal operation of the Periotron will have scores between 0 and 200. Mode Switch (Model 8000 Only) A mode switch is located on the rear panel of the Periotron marked PERIO/SIALO. This switch changes the calibration range to the one suited for the type of collection paper used. The mode status is indicated by LED on the front panel (Green for Perio mode, yellow for Sialo mode). Zero Adjust A plastic thumbwheel is located on the front panel to adjust the Periotron to a zero reading. This needs to be done only once when the Periotron is first turned on. Zero adjustment is necessary to calibrate the Periotron to a common baseline for accurate results. Click here for detailed instructions on how to zero adjust the Periotron. RS-232 Serial Port (Model 8000 Only) A 9-pin serial port is located on the back of the Periotron. By connecting a null-modem cable between the Periotron and a IBM compatible computer (PC), Periotron Scores will be sent automatically into a patient tracking program (Perio 2.52). Please note that this port is not supported under Windows 95, 98, 2000 or Me operating systems.