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  • Page 2 T his manual explains how to use your Tll00 PLUS Portable Personal Computer. T he information described here is subject to change with­ out notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Toshiba America, Inc. © Toshiba America, Inc., 1986, 1987 MS-DOS is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 3 Opera­ tion with noncertified peripherals or peripherals not oper­ ated by Toshiba is likely to resUlt in interference to radio and TV reception. Shielded cables and ferrite core must be used on all interface cables with the equipment.
  • Page 12 Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION Chapter 1/1NTRODUCTION T he TII00 PLUS User's Manual How to Read this Manual Definition of Terms Computer Capabilities Options Benefits Accessories and Supplies...
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION The Toshiba T l lOO PLUS personal computer is co pact, light, and easily portable. Small but mighty, this powerful tool is compatible with all popular mM PC software. Various accessories, including an external diskette drive, color monitor and printer,.
  • Page 15 through this chapter it contains important infonnation regarding the Tll00PLUS. Diskette Drives Diskettes contains all you need to know 1/2" 1/4" about diskette drive options and how to care for 3 and 5 diskettes. Operating the Tll00 PLUS takes you step by step through loading the operating system (MS-DOS) and making a backup copy of your system diskette.
  • Page 16 Chapter 1/ INTRODUCTION How to Read this Manual Each chapter begins with a fold out flap that contains illustrations and Before you begin reading a chapter, the chapter's table of contents. turn to its table of contents and open the flap. The illustrations referred to in the text are on the flap and are identified by capital letters.
  • Page 17 A Centronics-type parallel printer port compatible with IBM PC parallel printer cables will enable you to connect your TIl PLUS to any IBM compatible printer. Toshiba's 3-in-One printers provide exceptional letter quality print and excellent graphics for use with the TIl PLUS.
  • Page 18 Chapter INTRODUCTION ,.., Options The following hardware options are available from Toshiba. An AC powered 1/4" external diskette drive allows the T1100 PLUS to read from and write to 1/4" diskettes that are interchangeable with ffiM and compatible computers.
  • Page 19 INTRODUCTION Chapter Accessories and Supplies • Your dealer can provide interface cables, 3 1/2" double sided, double density diskettes and 5 1/4" double sided, double density diskettes for use with the TIl 00 PLUS. ,..
  • Page 22 Chapter 2 QUICK START This chapter is for experienced computer users. If you familiar with MS-DOS, diskettes, and loading and unloading software, 'Quick Start' will enable you to begin using the TllOO PLUS within minutes of unpacking. If you are new to computers, however, we strongly recommend that you read the next chapter, 'Setting up the Computer' and use this chapter as a reminder once you have become familiar with the steps.
  • Page 23 QUICK Let the battery charge for at least five minutes. Leave the AC adapter connected wh.Ile operating the computer. Pull the two latches on either side of the computer forward and lift the display screen. Check that the A PRT switch on the left side of the computer is set at PRT.
  • Page 26 Chapter 3 SETTING UP THE COMPUTER This chapter describes the computer's parts, discusses charging the battery and explains how to connect all the parts in preparation for operation. The following is a list of the equipment that has been included with the TII00 PLUS.

  • Page 27: Left Side

    SETIING UP/Chapter problems with Toshiba. However, should your dealer's response prove unsatisfactory, contact Toshiba at the address below: United States Toshiba America, Inc. Information Systems Division 9740 Irvine Blvd. Irvine, CA 92718 Attn: Field Service Department Canada Toshiba Canada Ltd.

  • Page 28: Right Side

    Chapter 3/SETTING UP A B PRT switch is a slide switch. If you attach a 1/4" external drive to the Tiloo PLUS, this switch must be set on If you PRT. not using an external drive this switch must be on For a more detailed discussion on diskette drives and how to specify them, see the chapters, 'Diskette Drives and Diskettes' and 'Using MS­...

  • Page 29: Back

    Chapter SETTING UP Back Figure 3/0 shows the computer's back panel.' The parts described from left to right as you face the back of the computer. COMMS, The 9-pin RS-232-C serial (communications) port, lets you connect a serial device such as a mouse or serial printer to the Tll00 PLUS .

  • Page 30: Top With The Cover Open

    Chapter Cover Open with Figure A shows the computer with the LCD lifted, ready to work. References to 'left' and 'right' in the following discussion assume you sitting in front of the computer. liquid crystal display (LCD) is the screen on which data from the computer is shown.
  • Page 31 SETTING Chapter keyboard is composed of keys. How the keys work is discussed in the chapter entitled 'Operating the TIl 00 PLUS.' Power/Speed light has two functions: It indicates whether the computer is on or off. (7.16 It tells you if the computer is operating at fast clock (4.77 rate) or normal PC speed...

  • Page 32: Powering The Computer With The Ac Adapter

    Chapter 3/SETTING UP battery is recharged by the adapter. This section discusses powering the computer with the adapter and the battery. Powering the Computer with the AC Adapter Figure is a photograph of the TIIOO PLUSAC adapter. The cord with the white stripe ends in a small tubular connector. This is the output end of the adapter.

  • Page 33: Powering The Computer With The Battery

    SETIING Powering the Computer with the Battery The Nickel-Cadmium (Nicad) battery is light weight, compact and has a long operating life. The battery is inside the computer and does not need to be replaced by you. Charging the Battery ..The battery must be initially charged before it is ready to power the computer for the first time.

  • Page 34: Step 1 Connecting The Ac Power Adapter

    Chapter Recharging Table Charging Time: Operating Time: Operating times do not change when an external diskette drive is added to the system because the external drive draws power from its own power supply. Operating times are reduced when the internal modem is on.

  • Page 35: Step 3 Connecting A Sv

    The TIl 00 comes with a parallel printer port and a serial port built NOTE For a parallel printer to work with the T1100 PLUS, the A B PRT switch on the left side of the computer must be set atPRT.

  • Page 36: Connecting A Serial Printer

    If your printer cable has 25-pin connectors on both ends, you will need to purchase a new cable from your dealer or local computer store. Toshiba manufacturers a 2-foot RS-232-C cable for this purpose. part number is: PC-IPA7434U. Longer cables are available at your local electronics store.
  • Page 37 SETTING Chapter Take the following steps to connect the cable to the Tll00 PLUS and the printer: Connect the 9-pin end of the cable to the RC-232-C (COMMS) port. Use a screwdriver to attach it finn l y. Connect the 25-pin end to the printer and fmnly attach the cable by tightening the cable's screws.
  • Page 53 Chapter DRIVES AND DISKETTES Figure 4/C shows the front of a 1/4" diskette enclosed in its protective jacket. Notice these parts: The head window Write protect notch Space for diskette label During use, the diskette spins inside the jacket. The diskette drive's read/write head makes contact with the magnetic surface of the diskette through the head window.

  • Page 54: Inserting And Removing Diskettes

    DISK DRIVES AND Do not use an eraser on a diskette label or near a diskette. Rubbing a diskette with an eraser can damage the diskette and eraser dust can easily get beneath the protective jacket. Do not write on the label of a diskette with anything other than a soft felt-tip pen.

  • Page 55: Labeling 5 Y4" Diskettes

    Chapter DRIVES AND DISKETTES CAUTION Never remove a diskette from an external drive or turn off the drive or computer when the indicator light is on. This light indicates when the diskette is in use, and if a diskette is removed when the computer is accessing or retrieving data, information on the diskette might be damaged.

  • Page 56: Diskette Drive Parts

    DISK DRIVES AND A 5 1/4" external diskette drive is available. Figures 4/E and 4/F show the front and back of the drive. The drive comes encased in a metal box with a connecting cable and an AC adapter. It uses 5 1/4" double sided, double density diskettes with 360K an information storage capacity of up to bytes, and is capable of...

  • Page 57: Drive To The Tll00 Plus

    Chapter DRIVES AND DISKETTES comes on whenever the external drive is in drive indicator light use. Do not remove the diskette or shut off power to the diskette drive when this light is on. CAUTION Be careful accidentally disconnect the adapter or drive cable while operating the external drive.
  • Page 58 Some software packages may instruct the T1100 PLUS Ctrl Del. not to restart by pressing This is rare, but if you take the above steps and the T1100 PLUS does not restart, turn the computer off, wait five seconds and turn it back on.

  • Page 61: The T1100 Plus

    Chapter 5 OPERATING THE T1100 PLUS The Toshiba TllOO PLUS portable computer is easy to operate. This chapter discusses many of its features, including an explanation of the keyboard, loading the operating system into the computer, and computer maintenance. Before you begin, make sure that: The computer is on a flat working surface at a comfortable height.

  • Page 62: Step 1 Thrning The System On

    OPERATING THE T11 PLUS/Chapter ,..The MS-DOS system diskette is at hand. Several blank 1/2" diskettes are available. Any external options such as a 5 1/4" diskette drive or a printer are connected and on. Step 1. Turning the System On If you are using an external drive or printer, tum it on before turning on the computer.

  • Page 63: Step 3 Adjusting The Lcd Screen

    OPERATING THE T1100 PLUS Chapter 5 the test fails, the screen displays: M E M O R Y E R R O R a second the screen clears. Refer to Chapter 'Diagnostics,' to resolve the problem. Step 3. Adjusting the LCD Screen While the computer is performing the self test, adjust the screen by moving it to a suitable angle.

  • Page 64: Step 5 Entering The Date And Time

    OPERATING THE T11 00 PLUS Chapter 5 NOTE you insert the system diskette in drive before the self test is completed, the message 'Place System Disk in Drive' is not displayed and MS-DOS is loaded automatically. you insert the system diskette in drive rather than drive the computer first looks for the diskette in drive...
  • Page 65 Chapter 5 OPERATING THE T11 PLUS You do not have to specify seconds or type leading zeros. following options allowed: 0-23 can be any number from 0-59 can be any number from ..0-59 can be any number from you make a mistake entering the date or time: Use the left arrow key to back up, deleting a character at a time, or Press to delete the entire entry.

  • Page 66: Step 6 Making A Working Copy Of The System Diskette

    NOTE This step is performed the first time you use your T1100 PLUS and does not need to be done again, unless you need to create a new system diskette. Before you begin work, make at least one working copy of your system diskette.

  • Page 67: Step 7 Formatting Diskettes

    OPERATING THE T11 PLUS Chapter 5 t y'0ur system diskette in drive Put a blank diskette drive DISKCOPY A: B: The computer prompts: Insert SOURCE diskette in drive A: Insert TARGET diskette in drive Press any key when ready ... Press a key.

  • Page 68: Formatting 3 Yz" Diskettes

    OPERATING THE T11 00 PLUS Chapter The steps below take you through the basic fonnatting procedure. For further infonnation on fonnatting, including how to make a system MS-DOS.' diskette, the FORMAT command in Chapter 'Using CAUTION It is important that you specify the correct drive when formatting.
  • Page 69 Chapter OPERATING THE T11 PLUS When fonnat is finished, the screen displays: Format complete 730112 bytes total disk space 730112 bytes available on disk (YIN)? Format another Enter. Type the letter for 'no' and press The system prompt appears and fonnat is done. 5 1/4"...

  • Page 71: The Keyboard And Software

    Chapter 5 OPERATING THE T11 PLUS There are also special key combinations built in to the TIl PLUS that activate certain features. These are called 'soft switches' and are described below. The Keyboard and Software The tasks keys perform and the way they work varies depending on the type of software you are using.

  • Page 72: Typewriter Keys

    OPERA TING THE PLUS Chapter Typewriter Keys The light gray keys in the center of the keyboard operate much the same as those on a typewriter, that is, they produce characters and symbols that appear on the screen. There are a few differences, however, between typewriter keys and the PLUS: keys on the TII00 (Space)

  • Page 73: The Integrated Numeric Keypad

    Chapter THE T11 PLUS Some dark gray keys perfonn both typewriter and computer tasks. Enter, Shift Caps Lock. These are tab, backspace, left and right They are discussed later. The Integrated Numeric Keypad 7, 8, 9, U, I, 0, The integrated numeric keypad is overlaid on the data keys P, J, K, L, ;...

  • Page 74: Computer /Keyboard Control Keys

    OPERATING THE T11 00 Chapter 5 PLUS, minus' on the T l loo activate the integrated numeric keypad or use the following key combinations: PLUS Alt + Shift + ; MINUS Alt + Shift + P The integrated numeric keypad can also be used to control cursor Ctrl + Alt + B ac k space.
  • Page 75 Chapter 5 OPERATING THE T11 00 PLUS MS-DOS uses for editing a command line and for editing text in the Line Editor program, EDLIN. MS-DOS. not used by MS-DOS is used by to cancel a command before Enter is pressed. "'"""...
  • Page 76 OPER ATIN G THE T110 0 PLUS Cha p ter 5 is always used in conjunction with another key. Hold it down while pressing the key or keys required. MS-DOS Ctrl For example, uses to restart the system. • Caps Lock is a toggle key.
  • Page 77 Chapter OPERATING THE T11 PLUS MS-DOS. Scroll Lock is not used by It is used by some software packages. Break Ctrl. is used in conjunction with While holding MS-DOS Ctrl, Scroll Lock/Break down press to stop an command. MS-DOS PrtSe Shift uses in conjunction with...

  • Page 78: Soft Switches

    OPERATING THE T11 00 PLUS Chapter 5 Home, PgUp PgDn, End down and the arrow most keys are not used by MS-DOS. software packages, these cursor control keys move the cursor in the direction indicated on the key top. left arrow In MS-DOS the key performs the same backspace...

  • Page 79: Selecting The Display

    Chapter OPERATING THE T11 PLUS Power/Speed If normal speed is selected, the indicator shows a light. If fast speed is selected, the indicator shows a green light. Whenever you tum the TllOO PLUS off and back on again, the system goes to fast speed.

  • Page 80: Selecting Cursor Functions Using The Integrated Numeric Keypad

    OPERAT ING THE T11 00 PLUS Chapter 5 Selecting Cursor Functions using the Integrated Numeric Keypad Ctrl To use the integrated numeric keypad for cursor movement, press: Backspace. The table below lists the keys on the numeric keypad and their equivalent cursor movement: Cursor Movement Numeric Keypad...

  • Page 81: Turning The Computer Off

    Chapter OPERATING THE T11 PLUS Turning the Computer OfT PLUS You can tum the TIl off at any time. The most important points to remember are: Any work you wish to keep is lost unless you have saved it onto a diskette.
  • Page 82 OPERATING THE T11 void extreme temperature changes. If the computer is taken from a cold to a warm environment, let it warm up before you begin using it. Keep the computer away from heat sources (such as electric heaters). Do not spill liquids on the computer. TIIOO Do not drop the PLUS, or subject it to undue shocks...
  • Page 85 Chapter 6 USING MS-DOS The purpose of this chapter is to give you a basic understanding of MS­ DOS and how it relates to computer use. It does not discuss MS-DOS in depth. See your MS-DOS Manual for more detailed information. Microsoft's Disk Operating System (MS-DOS) is a group of programs that come with the TII00 PLUS and are stored on the computer's system diskette.
  • Page 86 USING MS-DOS Chapter data There are two basic kinds of files: program files and files. Program files include: found on your MS-DOS diskette used to execute MS­ commands. Programs in commercially available software packages. Programs written y you. Data files include: ..--.
  • Page 87 Chapter 6/USING MS-DOS A diskette directory is like a card catalog in a library. It contains an entry for each file on the diskette. The infonnation stored in the directory includes the file size, the file location and the date the file was created or last updated.

  • Page 88: Drive Identifier

    USING Chapter 6 The discussion below assumes you are organizing your· files with one directory on each diskette. ,..NOTE If you organize your files with more than one directory on each diskette you must designate a pathname whenever you specify a file. MS-DOS Your manual gives information on pathnames...

  • Page 89: Filename

    USING MS-DOS Chapter 6 Filename When naming files, note the following points: Filenames are from characters long and can have an optional extension which is characters long. The extension is separated from the rest of the filename by a penod (.). space (made with the spacebar) must not included in the filename.
  • Page 90 USING MS-DOS Chapter Once you add extension to a filename belonging to a data file, must include the extension whenever you specify the MS-DOS uses file extensions to indicate types of program files, for example: .ASM Assembly Source File .BAT Batch File .EXE Execution File .SYS System File •...
  • Page 91 Chapter MS-DOS MS-DOS commands are tools you use to manage your TilOO PLUS computer system. Whenever you want to copy a file, format a diskette or read a directory you use an MS-DOS command. They stored in files found on your MS-DOS system diskette. There two types of MS-DOS commands: internal and external.

  • Page 92: Ms-Dos Commands

    USIN G The following is a list of MS-DOS external commands: ASSIGN CHAD A1TRIB BACKUP CHKDSK COMMAND COMP DIS KCOMP DIS KCOPY EXE2BIN FIND FDISK FDISKOFF FORMAT GFTABLE LABEL GRAPHICS JOIN MODE MORE PRINT RECOVER REPLACE RESTORE SELECT SHARE SORT SUBST TREE XCOPY...

  • Page 93: How To Correct A Mistake

    Chapter USING MS-DOS When MS-DOS displays the message Press any key (A-Z) (0-9) press any alpha key, numeric key, or the spacebar. When specifying a command, you do not need to type the extension of a command filename. the SORT command is contained in a file called To issue the command to SORT, at the system prompt type:...

  • Page 94: How To Interrupt A Command

    USIN G MS-D OS Chap ter Bad command or file name and returns you to the system prompt. Type the correct name and press Enter. How to Interrupt a Command Ctrl To interrupt a command that is already processing, press Ctrl Break.

  • Page 95: How To Restart The Computer

    Chapter 6/USING MS-DOS B> indicates the computer is accessing drive and is ready to accept a command. Take the following steps to change the current drive. Assume the current drive is A and you want to access drive Next to the system prompt type the letter Following the letter type a : (colon).

  • Page 96: Copy

    USING MS-D OS Keep the following points in mind when perfonning a restart: If you have to restart you may have a software problem that should be investigated further. Before you restart, print the screen Shift PrtSe. contents using Some programs, as part of their nonnal operation, do not allow Ctrl Del.

  • Page 97: How To Copy A File On The Source Diskette

    Chapter USING MS-DOS A file from a source diskette copies over a file on a target diskette if the file on the target diskette the same filename. bears When copy a file (or files) from one diskette to another the target must formatted.

  • Page 98: How To Copy A File To A Target Diskette Changing Its Name

    USIN G MS-D OS Chap ter Enter Press The computer copies the fue 'fuename' found on drive A to drive The name remains unchanged. How to Copy a File to a Target Diskette Changing its Name Make sure your source diskette is in drive A and the formatted target diskette is drive type:...

  • Page 99: Del (Erase)

    Chapter USING MS-DOS DEL (ERASE) This is an internal command. Use it to delete one or more specified files from a diskette. Before you use the DEL command, note the following points: You can either use the letters DEL or the word ERASE when issuing the command.
  • Page 100 USING How to Delete a File on the Alternate Drive Make sure the diskette containing the file you are deleting is in drive At the system prompt type: DEL B:FILENAME.EXT i:!!,WI Enter. Press The computer erases the file 'filename.ext' from the diskette drive How to Delete all the Files on the Current Diskette Drive Make sure the diskette containing the files you are deleting is in...

  • Page 101: Dir

    Chapter USING MS-DOS This is an internal command. Use it to display a directory of the files on a diskette. Note the following points regarding the DIR command: The DIR command lists the names of files (and subdirectories if any), the sizes of files in bytes and the time each file was last modified.

  • Page 102: How To Specify Certain Files For Display

    Chap ter USIN G MS-D OS How to Specify Certain Files for Display Make sure the diskette containing the files you wish to display is in drive A. At the system prompt type: DIR A:FILE* Enter. Press the files beginning with the word 'file' on the DISKCOPY This is an external command.
  • Page 103 Chapter 6 USING MS-DOS CAUTION DISKCOPY destroys the original contents of the target diskette. To be safe, protect the source diskette to prevent accidently erasing information. How to Copy Diskette MS-DOS Put your system diskette drive A. At the system prompt type: DISKCOPY A: B: Enter.

  • Page 104: Format

    USING MS-DOS Chapter When the asterisks have filled the space between the brackets, formatting and copying are complete. The screen displays: (YIN)? Copy another diskette If you press the next DISKCOPY is performed on the drives specified. DISKCOPY prompts you to insert the diskettes waits until you press any key before starting the next copy.

  • Page 105: How To Format A 3

    Chapter USING MS-DOS 1/2" The following steps tell you how to fonnat a diskette, how to 1 / 4" fonnat a diskette and how to fonnat a system diskette. 1 / 2" How to Format a 3 Diskette MS-DOS Put your system diskette in drive A.

  • Page 106: Y2" System Diskette

    USING MS-DOS/Chapter V if Press you wish to fonnat another diskette and follow the prompts. Press if you fmished fonnatting. The system prompt returns to the screen. 3 112" How to Format a System Diskette If you need to make a diskette that can be used to start the computer, you must prepare a blank diskette capable of becoming a system diskette.

  • Page 107: How To Format A 514" Diskette

    Chapter USING MS-DOS FORMAT When is complete the screen displays: • Format complete System transferred bytes total disk space 730112 bytes used by ,system 69632 bytes available on diskette 660480 (YIN)? Format another Y if Press you wish to fonnat another diskette and follow the prompts.

  • Page 108: Rename

    USING MS-DOS Chapter "­ Press any key. The screen displays: Formatting cylinders sectors per track, side(s) Head : n Cylinder : nn FORMAT shows you its progress by updating the head and cylinder numbers as it formats them. When FORMAT is complete the screen displays: Format complete 362496 bytes total diskette space 362496 bytes available on diskette...

  • Page 109: How To Rename A File On A Diskette In The Current Drive

    Chapter 6 USING MS-DOS The following steps tell you how to rename a file on a diskette in the current drive and how to rename a file on a diskette in an alternate drive. The explanation assumes you are changing a file named 'oldname' to a file called 'newname.' How to Rename a File on a Diskette in the Current Drive...

  • Page 110: Type

    USING MS-DOS Chapter TYPE "- This is an internal command. Use it to display the contents of a file without modifying the file. Before you use the TYPE command, note the following points: Data is displayed unformatted except for tab characters. Only text files should be displayed using this command.
  • Page 111 Chapter 6/USING MS-DOS Enter. Press MS-DOS displays the contents of the file on the screen. As you use the TIIOO PLUS, you may fmd yourself typing the same sequence of commands over and over to perform frequently used tasks. Using MS-DOS, you can put the commands governing these tasks into a special file called a batch file.
  • Page 112 USING Use the DISKCOPY command to make backup COpIes of diskettes. Note If you have a fixed disk in the expansion chassis, use " the BACKUP command. Refer to the MS-DOS Manual for information. DISKCOPY Note the following points when using the command to make backup copies of diskettes: DISKCOPY...
  • Page 113 Chapter 6 USING MS-DOS Press a key. The screen displays: Copying cylinders sectors per track, side(s) Formatting while copying When DISKCOPY is complete, write protect the backup copy you have just made. Put the original system diskette in a safe place and use the backup copy for every day work.
  • Page 114 USING MS-DOS Chapter 6/30...

  • Page 117: Using Software

    Chapter 7 USING SOFTWARE ON THE T1100 PLUS The T l lOO PLUS's byte 3 1/2" diskettes provide more storage 720K capacity than is provided by most other personal computers. They are compact and easy to use. The first part of this chapter discusses procedures for converting 5 1/4"...

  • Page 118: Copy Protected Software

    SOFTWARE ON THE T1100 If you wish to be able to start TllOO PLUS with this disk­ 3 1/2" ette, follow the instructions fonnatting a system diskette. Set the PRT switch on TIl 00 Restart the PLUS with the external drive attached. Put the blank, newly fonnatted diskette in drive (the current 5 1/4"...
  • Page 119 Chapter SOFTWARE ON THE T1100 PLUS the software manufacturer provides the software package only on a 1/4" diskette in copy protected format, you have two options: 1/4" Use the software diskette on an external drive. You or your dealer can use a copy utility program to make a 1/2"...

  • Page 120: Screen Display And Graphics

    SOFTWARE ON THE T1100 PLUS Chapter Many software packages perfonn differently on different computers. When you use these packages on your TIIOO PLUS, there are two parts of the operation that may need modification: the screen display, and the diskette utilization.
  • Page 121 Chapter ON THE T1100 PLUS The LCD has three video attributes that can be used to distinguish different displays: Narrow or wide characters Steady or blinking Bla& on white or white on black Character width corresponds to intensity on a CRT. White on black is known as reverse video.

  • Page 122: Using Chad To Change Display Attributes

    Chapter SOFTWARE ON THE T11 00 that the software is unlikely to work at all if this display type is selected. Do not select any non-mM display types (such Hercules, etc.). Choosing the correct display type solves most of the display problems you may encounter with different software packages.
  • Page 125 Chapter 8 T1100 PLUS OP TIONS Your Ttt 00 PLUS has several options available that expand its capabilities: 5 1/4" 360K byte external diskette drive, AC powered Modem board for a t200 baud modem External RGB (color) or composite (monochrome) CRT monitor...

  • Page 126: Connecting The Tll00 Plus To An Rgb Monitor

    T1100 PLUS OPTIO NS/Ch apter Installation and use of the modem board is discussed in the Modem Manual that comes with the board. Standard RGB PLUS and composite ports at the rear of the Tiloo give you the options of using an (color) or composite (monochrome) 00 PLUS.

  • Page 127: Dte-Dce Signaling Arrangements

    PLUS OPTIONS Chapter 8 T11 00 The serial port lets you connect a serial device such a serial printer, mouse, or bar code reader to the T l lOO PLUS. Connecting a serial printer is discussed in Chapter 3, 'Setting up the Computer.' This section contains information necessary to connect a variety of serial devices to the computer.
  • Page 128 T1100 PLUS OPTIONS Chapter 8 Signals sent from a data tenninal device (the com p uter) to a data communications device (for exam p le, a p rinter or mouse) through a serial cable. The connectors on each end of the cable must have at least p ins for serial communications to occur.

  • Page 129: Defining The Output Device For A Serial Printer

    Chapter T11 00 PLUS OPTIONS · If the serial hardware you wish to attach to the T l loo PLUS is a DTE device, you need a 'null modem' cable. A null modem cable is a cable designed to connect two DTE devices together. Consult your dealer or the serial device's manual for further information.

  • Page 130: In The Serial Device

    T1100 PLUS OPTIONS/Chapter Parity is a bit added by the transmitting device to each byte trans­ mitted. It can give the byte an odd or even number of bits, or no parity may be used. If a parity bit is added, the receiving device ensures it receives the same parity bit, providing a basic form of error detection.

  • Page 131: Through The Software

    Chapter PLUS OPTIONS 8!T1100 Through the Software Communications parameters are usually set by the software package and you do not need to use the MODE command. Typically, software packages do this automatically. Refer to your software user's manual for instructions. With the Mode Command The MODE command is most often used to set communications parameters for use with a serial printer.
  • Page 132 T1100 PLUS OPTIONS/Chapter Stop bits optional. Legal values are Include a P in the syntax if you are specifying parameters for use with a serial printer. Separate each parameter with a comma (,). If you do not need to enter a value for a parameter, insert a comma (,) in place of the parameter (see the third example below).
  • Page 133 Chapter PLUS OPTIONS 'T11 MODE Some examples of using the command to set parameters are: To set the baud rate at bps (bits per second), specify no parity, data bits, stop bits and the printer option, at the system prompt type: MODE COM1 :30,N,8 ,2,P Enter.
  • Page 134 T1100 PLUS OPTIONS Chapter 8 The Aoppy Link consists of a board that fits in one of the expansion slots of an IBM PC/XT, PC AT or compatible computer, and a cable. The cable and board connect to the diskette drive .controller...
  • Page 137 Chapter 9 DIAGNOSTICS The T l lOO PLUS is designed to give trouble free performance. However, should problems occur, follow the procedures in this chapter to determine the cause. The general procedure to follow for problem resolution is to: Stop what you are doing. Observe what is happening to the system.
  • Page 138 When a problem occurs, always keep the following in mind: What appears on the screen? Write down any messages, characters or gibberish displayed. Do any lights come on? Which ones? Do they stay on or do they blink? Do you hear any 'beeps?' How many? they long or short? Do your disk drive(s) keep spinning? Which ones? How long? Is your printer working properly?

  • Page 139: Floppy Link

    DIAGNOSTICS Chapter 9 The discussion in this section deals with areas in which problems may occur. Some of the solutions involve the Diagnostics Test. The next section in this chapter, 'Running the Diagnostics Test Program,' takes you through it step by step. Basic computer problems dealt with in this section occur in the following areas: Battery...

  • Page 140: Battery Errors

    DIAG NOST ICS Chap ter 9 Battery Errors The battery is designed to last for the life of the Tll00 PLUS. However, if the charge does not seem to last as long as it should (see the battery charging table in the chapter entitled 'Setting Up the Computer'), take the following steps to test the battery: Make sure the computer is off.

  • Page 141: Self Test Errors

    Chapter 9/0lAGNOSTICS Adjust the LCD contrast dial. It may be positioned incorrectly. If you are using a CRT, check that it is properly connected to the TIIOO and that the CRT light is on. If it is not, press Ctrl End, the soft switch that activates the CRT.

  • Page 142: Electrical Connection And Switch Errors

    DIAGNOSTICS/Chapter Random characters appear on the screen and normal function is lost. Take the following steps: Write down what occurred, including any error messages. Check all cable and electrical connections. Check switches. Tum the computer off and start it again. If the system fails again, take it to your dealer for servicing.

  • Page 143: Ms-Dos System Diskette Errors

    Chapter DIAGNOSTICS The LCD is selected. Cursor movement using the electronic integrated keypad is not selected. See the 'Keyboard' section in TIIOO 'Operating the PLUS,' for information on soft If you are using a printer, make sure it is properly connected to the computer.
  • Page 144 DIAG NOS TICS /Cha pter Toshiba Persona l Compute r Copyright Toshiba Corporation 1983, 1986 Copyright Microsoft Corporation 1981, 1986 Current date is Mon 5-16-1988 Enter new date (mm-dd-yy): NOTE If you have set up an AUTOEXEC.BA T file, the date and time prompts may not appear on the screen.

  • Page 145: Clock Errors

    Chapter Clock Errors If you do not encounter any errors in loading MS-DOS, the cursor is positioned next to the message: Enter new date (rnrn-dd-yy): Enter the date (see Chapter for instructions on how to enter date and Enter. time) and press The computer displays: Current time is 0:00:14:32 Enter new time:...

  • Page 146: External Monitor (Black And White Or Rgb) Errors

    DIAG NOST ICS/C hapte r Make sure the external drive's adapter is connected to a working wall outlet. Make sure the B PRT switch is correctly set to or B. If you want the external drive to be A, the switch must set on A.

  • Page 147: Diskette Errors

    Chapter 9 DIAGNOSTICS Diskette Errors If you insert a diskette into the diskette drive slot and the following message appears when you attempt to access the diskette, • Not ready error reading drive A: Abort Retry Ignore ? check to make sure the diskette fits frrmly into the drive. If you suspect a diskette you are using is faulty due either to a factory error damage...

  • Page 148: Floppy Link Errors

    DIAGNOSTICS/Chapter Run the Diagnostic Test. If the problem persists and you determine it is not due to the software, have the T1100 PLUS serviced. Floppy Link Errors If you have installed the Floppy Link and have connected the TIl 00...

  • Page 149: Modem Errors

    9/0lAGNOSTICS Chapter Make sure the software you are using is configured for the printer you are accessing. Refer to your printer user's manual. Run the Diagnostic Test. If the printer still does not work properly, take it to your dealer for servicing.

  • Page 150: Step 1 Loading Ms-Dos

    DIAGNOSTICS/Chapter 3· If you suspect a memory problem, run the Diagnostics Test program. problems persist, consult your dealer. The steps listed below take you through the Diagnostics Test program. Before you begin the Diagnostics Test, remember that should any errors occur during the running of the test, check first to make sure the following are in order: All cables are properly connected All switches are properly set...

  • Page 151: Step 3 System Configuration

    Chapter 9/DIAGNOSTICS When the Diagnostics Test program is loaded, the following menu appears on the screen: TOSHIBA personal computer T1100 PLUS DIAGNOSTICS version 2.10 Copyright Toshiba Corporation 1986 DIAGNOSTICS MENU : I-DIAGNOSTIC TEST 8-SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 9-EXIT TO MS-DOS PRESS [0]-[9] KEY...
  • Page 152 DIAGNOSTICS/Chapter • SYSTEM CONFIGURATION *-XXXKB MEMORY *-LCD *-2 FLOPPY DISK DRIVE(S) *-1 ASYNC ADAPTER *-0 HARD DISK DRIVE(S) *-1 PRINTER ADAPTER *-0 MATH CO-PROCESSOR PRESS [ENTER] MEMORY XXXKB ,.-.. This test indicates memory size. If the correct memory size (640KB 256KB) is not displayed, tum the computer off and have the system serviced.

  • Page 153: Step 4 Selecting Diagnostic Test Options

    Chapter 9/0lAGNOSTICS 1 PRINTER ADAPTER This test indicates a parallel printer port is available. If a parallel port is not indicated, tum the computer off and have the system serviced. 0 MATH CO·PROCESSOR 8087 This test indicates that the system does not have an coprocessor.
  • Page 154 If the printer you are using is not IBM compatible, the characters printed will be garbled. The non-IBM compatible printer test can be used with any printer, even an ffiM compatible printer NOTE you own a Toshiba printer with dual emulation, you either printer test. However, compatible printer test does not automatically switch your Toshiba printer to compatibility mode.

  • Page 155: Step 5 System And Memory Testing

    Chapter 9/0lAGNOSTICS ,.., The diagnostics tests are automatically carried out in the following order: System test Memory test Display test FDD (diskette drive) test HDD (fiXed disk drive) test Printer test Step 5. System and Memory Testing After you have chosen whether or not to test the printer, the screen displays the message: TEST NAME IN PROGRESS XXXXXX...

  • Page 156: Step 6 Testing The Screen

    Step 6. Testing the Screen If no errors or faults are detected during the system and memory tests, the next phase of the Diagnostics Test begins automatically. This step tests the character attributes of the screen display. The screen appears follows: CHARACTER ATTRIBUTES NEXT LINE SHOWS NORMAL DISPLAY.

  • Page 157: Step 7 Testing Character Sets

    Chapter 9/0IAGNOSTICS If you are testing a monochrome CRT, check the troubleshooting section of the CRT user's manual to determine if the fault lies with the monitor. If you cannot resolve the problem, have the CRT and TIIOO PLUS serviced. The columns displayed below the characters test an RGB monitor.

  • Page 158: Step 9 Testing Diskette Drives

    DIAGNOSTICS/Chapter Step 8. Testing the Graphics Display 200. Two graphics modes are tested: mode is tested first, followed by the graphics mode. If problems occur, have the system serviced. Note On most RGB monitors the two areas on the left of the screen are gray.
  • Page 159 Chapter DIAGNOSTICS Note The diskettes must be formatted for the T1100 PLUS before they can be used in this test. you do not have a blank diskette or do not want to proceed with this test, put in a write protected diskette or leave the drive empty.

  • Page 160: Step 10 Testing The Hard (Fixed) Disk Drive

    Chapter 9 Step 10. Testing the Hard (Fixed) Disk Drive If you did not choose the (hard disk drive) test option at the beginning of the diagnostics test program, this test does not run and the test designated next begins. If you chose the test option, the system automatically begins the next phase.
  • Page 161 Chapter 9/0lAGNOSTICS Make sure the printer's ribbon, paper feeding mechanism and control switches are set up (See printer user's manual for instructions on When you printer are satisfied the printer is properly set up, tum it off, back on again and repeat the test. Make sure you did not choose the IBM-compatible test for a non­...
  • Page 162 9(26...

  • Page 164: Changing Screen Attributes

    Appendix A THE CHAD COMMAND CHAD (CHAnge Display) is an external command. It allows you to change the way color-on-color and color-on-black screen attribute combinations shown on the LCD. Although most software works very well on the TIl 00 PLUS without any modifications, some packages may need to be configured to adapt to the LCD.

  • Page 165: Using The Chad Menu

    THE CHAD COMM AND Appen dix Using the CHAD Menu Take the following steps to make screen attribute changes using the CHAD menu: Load MS-DOS into the computer. At the system prompt type: CHAD Enter. and press CHAD is loaded into memory, the screen displays the message: CHAD installed...
  • Page 166 A/THE CHAD COMMA ND Append ix NOTE the computer beeps instead of displaying the CHAD menu, your software is in one of the graphics modes. CHAD has no effect on graphics displays and cannot be activated from a graphics mode. Find the triangles.

  • Page 167: Using The Chad Command

    THE CHAD COMMAND/Appendix A Press to make the CHAD menu disappear after you have defmed the display modes. Using the CHAD Command When you have decided on the color modes you need, you can change configuration values directly through the CHAD command. The syntax of the CHAD command is: CHADc,b,W where...

  • Page 168: Making Changes Permanent

    Appendix A/THE CHAD COMMAND ,.., • To set Color on Color to nonnal and Color on Black to intensified "..reverse, at the system prompt type: ..., CHAD 1,4 Enter. and press Making Changes Permanent To make the changes pennanent, add a after entering the value parameters.
  • Page 169 CHAD "-- -...
  • Page 170 Appendix ASCII C HARACTER C ODES SORf CfRL CODE CODE CHAR CHAR ()()() NUL I::: j SOH STX ETX • Ear ACK • 08 «) , § , • 18 •...
  • Page 171 ASCII CHARAC TER CODES/ Appendix SORT SORT CODE CODE CHAR CODE CHAR CODE 032(1) .. 066 & 03 9(2) 044 ( 3 ) 04 5 • • • • 094(4 ) 095(5)
  • Page 172 Appendix CHARACTER CODES SORT SORT CHAR CODE CODE CHAR CODE CODE 096(6) • "'""" " 125(7) 127(8)
  • Page 173 ASCII CHARACTER CODES Appendix SORT SORT CODE CODE CHAR CODE CODE CHAR ..•...
  • Page 174 Appendix B ASCII CHARACTER CODES SORT CODE CODE CHAR If l: jJ E8 E9 • If •...
  • Page 175 ASCII CHARACTER CODES Appendix...
  • Page 176 GLOSSARY AC: Alternating Current allocate: Assignment of space or function for a specific task. alphanumeric: Consisting of letters, numbers and other symbols, such as punctuation marks or mathematical symbols. Reference is to the keyboard characters and character set available for the various data transfer operations of the computer;...
  • Page 177 GLOSSARY ,..backup: A duplicate copy of files on a floppy disk kept as a spare in case the original is destroyed. (baud rate): baud Rate of character transmission speed over asyn­ chronous communication devices such as printers, terminals and MODEMs.
  • Page 178 GLOSSARY capacity: Amount of data that can be stored on a magnetic storage device such as a floppy disk. It is usually described in terms of K bytes, where one K 1024 bytes. card: Synonym for board. Centronics: The name of the printer manufacturer whose method of data transmission between a parallel printer and a computer has become an industry standard.
  • Page 179 GLOSSARY ..data: Information which is factual, measurable or statistical and which is ordered or formatted to be computer processed or stored/ retrieved. DC: Direct Current. (Data Communication Equipment): DCE and DTE indicate whether the specific equipment transmits on pin 3 and receives on pin 2 (DCE) or transmits on pin 2 and receives on pin 3 (DTE).
  • Page 180 GLOSSARY echo: A portion of a transmitted signal is returned to the sending device. Also, when a computer receives back a portion of a signal it has just transmitted to a CRT (or other peripheral device) and then retransmits the data to the printer, the printer is said to 'echo' the CRT.
  • Page 181 GLOSSARY ..handshake: The series of signals between a computer and another peripheral device (for example a printer) that establishes the parame­ ters required for passing data. hardware: The physical electronic and mechanical components of a computer system: typically, the Tll00 itself, external disk drives, etc. Contrast: software, firmware.
  • Page 182 GLOSSARY LCD: See liquid crystal display. liquid crystal display: The screen on which data from the TllOO is shown. It consists of a thin nematic layer of liquid crystal pressed between two glass plates. menu: A list of options which appears on the screen, along with an invitation to make a selection.
  • Page 183 GLOSSARY ..parallel: In computer terminology, usually refers to two or more proc­ esses or events which can occur simultaneously, and without interfer­ ing with each other. Contrast: serial. parallel interface: Refers to a type of information exchange capability available at the connection point with the system, for example, on the motherboard or back panel.
  • Page 184 GLOSSARY A metal shield enclosing Radio Frequency Interference Shield (RFI): the printed circuit boards of the printer to prevent radio and TV inter­ ference. High speed memory locations (J?cndom Access Memory): within the computer circuitry itself. (Receive Data): An RS232C signal used in the exchange of data between the computer and the printer.
  • Page 185 GLOSSARY terminal: A typewriter-like keyboard and CRT display screen con­ nected to the computer for input/ output of data. toggle switch: A switch in the form of a projecting lever whose move­ ment through a small arc opens or closes an electric circuit. Also, any control that acts like a toggle switch, switching from one mode to another and back.
  • Page 187 T1100 PLUS/Index C drive identifier: See drive Communications parameters: identifier serial parameters: 8/5-9 Centronics parallel: setting parameters through the cable: 3/4 MODE command: 8/7-9 connecting a parallel printer: setting parameters through 3/10-11 software: 8/6 printer port: 1/4 COMP command: 6/8 CHAD: 1/2, 6/8, 7/6, Appx A COMP jack: 3/4 Change current drive: 6/10...
  • Page 190 PLUS • Erase: See DEL FIND command: 6/8 Error messages: 9/2 Fixed disk drive: 4/1 Errors: See diagnostics diagnostic test: 9/16, 9/17, ESC: 5/5, 5 / 15 9/24 EXE: 6/6 Floppy disk: See diskette EXE2BIN command: 6/8 Floppy Link: 1/5, 4/1, 4/4, 8/1 0 EXIT command: 6n converting software: 7/1 EXP: 3/4...
  • Page 191 T1100 PLUS/Index IBM PC AT: 1/5,8/10 display attributes: 7/5-6 IBM PC/XT: 1/5,8/10 errors: 9/11 Identifying drives: 6/11 binge: 3/5 IF command: 6n screen adjustment: 5/3 Insertion slot: 3/3 selecting the display: 5/19 Left arrow: 5 / 18, 5/20 key: 5/17 Left side: 3/2 Integrated numeric keypad: 1/4, Lights:...
  • Page 192 Index/T1100 PLUS external diagnostics test: 9/16 Nul modem cable: 8/5 monochrome: 1/4, 3/4 Numeric keypad: See integrated ROB: 8/2 numeric keypad Num Lock/Stop Mouse: 3/11 key: 5/16 MS-DOS: 6/1-29 Num Lock key: 5/1 16 batch files: 6/27 changing drives: 6/1 0 common commands: 6/12-29 correcting a mistake: 6/9-10 directories: 6/1-4...
  • Page 193 T1100 PLUS/Index connecting a serial printer: 3/11-12 RAM disk: 1/4, 4/1, 4/2, 4 / 4 diagnostic test: 9/18, 9 / 24- errors: 9/13 serial: 8/5 power on/off: 5/20 serial printer and software: Random Access Memory: See 3/11 PRN: 6/5 Read/write head: 4/1 Problem determination: 5 1/4"...
  • Page 194 TIME command: 5 / 5, 6n errors: 9/2 Time and date: 4/2, 5/4-5 graphics: 7/4-6 Top with cover open: 3/5-6 running software: 7/4-6 Toshiba printers: 1/4 screen display: 3/5, 7/4-6 Troubleshooting: 1 / 2, unprotected: 7 / 2-3 diagnostics Space bar: 5/12...
  • Page 195 PLUS T1100 Index • 5/18, 5/20 Up arrow: Upper and lower disk in use 3n, 3/8 lights: Upper diskette drive: 4/2,4/4, VDISK: see RAM disk 9/13 VDISK.SYS: VER command: VERIFY command: Virtual disk: See VDISK VOL command: Warm boo t : See warm start 4/15, 6/11 Warm start: Wild cards:...

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