The Keys; Data Entry Fields - GE Optica Operator's Manual

Chapter 4. Programming the VGA Optica

4.2.1 The Keys

The following keys on the Optica's front panel are used for programming:
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performs the function shown on a selected control button.
ENTER
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TAB moves cursor to the next field or control button to select it.
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is an alternate action key. Each press toggles
SHIFT
green annunciator is displayed in the lower left corner of the screen.
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Accesses the alphabetic characters below the keys on the alphanumeric keyboard.
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Causes the
TAB
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Ten alphanumeric keys
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(Backspace) is used during direct data entry to delete the character to the left of the cursor.
BSP
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are used as follows:
Four softkeys
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During normal operation, to control the sensor heating and cooling, and balance functions.
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During programming, to move the cursor on the screen and select specific characters for each key on the
alphanumeric keyboard.

4.2.2 Data Entry Fields

There are two types of data entry fields:
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Direct entry
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Drop-down list boxes
4.2.2a Direct-Entry Fields
Direct-entry fields allow new values to be entered directly from the alphanumeric keyboard. Use the left and right
softkeys to move the flashing cursor on the screen to the desired character.
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To enter
numeric
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To enter
alphanumeric
key containing the desired letter. Finally, press the
available for that key, both upper and lower case.
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key to move the cursor
are used for entering numbers, letters and math functions.
data, just press the appropriate key.
data, first press
SHIFT
mode on or off. When
SHIFT-KEY
through the fields.
backwards
to access the letters on the keypad, and then press the appropriate
or arrow softkeys to step through the letters
UP DOWN
SHIFT-KEY
mode does the following:
SHIFT-KEY
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mode is on, a