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User’s Guide InfoWindow II 3153 ASCII Display...
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Preface DANGER: Electrical current from power, telephone, and communication cables is hazardous. To avoid shock hazard, connect and disconnect cables as shown on the following page when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product or attached devices. DANGER: The device’s switch is not the main disconnect. The device’s main power disconnect is the detachable line cord.
Chapter Introduction This terminal can emulate a number of ASCII and ANSI terminals, including IBM 3151, PC-Term and SCO™ Console. The keyboards supported by the terminal are the EPC 101-key and EPC 102-key.The dual host capability of the terminal allows you to run two different applications simultaneously.
§ Optional RS-422 host port 1 (EIA only) § Serial RS-232-C host/printer port 2 operating from 110 to 38,400 baud § Parallel IBM™/Centronics™ compatible printer port § Keyboard EPC 101/102-key keyboard for use in the US and Internationally § Up to 64 programmable function keys and 32 programmable edit keys §...
Parallel Printer Port – Connect the cable from the IBM* or Centronics* compatible parallel printer to this port. See the “Installation” chapter for options. Host/Printer Port 2 – Connect the cable from a second host (dual-host mode) or serial printer here.
Keyboards The EPC 101-key and EPC 102-key are similar in style and feature a number of key groups. The alphanumeric keypad is the main typewriter keypad, while the function key group lies along the top of the keyboard and can be programmed locally or downloaded from the host.
§ VT200/7, VT100, SCO Console, and AT386. applies to SCO Console and AT386 emulations only. § applies to IBM 3151 emulation only. § applies to parallel attribute emulations only which includes all § emulations except ADDS-VP and Wyse 50+ (which are field attribute emulations).
Communications This terminal is equipped with three ports. The two serial ports are intended for connection to either a host/modem or a serial printer. The remaining port is a Centronics-compatible printer port. The port you use as the printer port depends on whether you have a serial or a parallel interface to the printer.
Introduction Transmit Flow Control Likewise, the terminal will understand the Xon and Xoff requests from the host when it is transmitting data (provided the “EIA (or Aux) Xmt” is “Xon- Xoff” in Setup). This is referred to as “transmit” flow control. This terminal will stop transmitting data to the host or printer when it receives an Xoff (DC3) code.
Host/Printer Port 1 (RS-232-C or RS-422) This port, labeled “SES1-EIA,” is designed for connection to the host (computer or modem) or a serial printer via a 25-pin D-shell (DB25P) female connector. This port uses an RS-232-C communication interface, is configured as a DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) device, and can operate from 110 to 134,400 baud.
Introduction Host/Printer Port 2 This port, labeled “SES2-AUX,” is designed to connect to a second host connection (computer or modem) or a serial printer, and can operate from 110 to 38,400 baud. This port uses an RS-232-C interface via a DB25P female connector, and is configured as a DCE (Data Communication Equipment) device.
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Parallel Port Pin Assignments * These signals are held high, in an inactive state. If you have opted to use a parallel printer, but it is not connected, an error message will appear on the status line when any PRINT operation is done. To clear the message, press Ctrl-Shift-Tab.
Introduction Terminal to Modem (DCE) or Host Refer to the diagram below to understand why a null modem adapter may be needed when connecting the second serial port (SES2-AUX) to a modem or a DCE host. The first host will connect directly without a null modem since it is a DTE device.
Screen Display and Pages This terminal offers a variety of screen lengths including 26, 30, 44, or 52 lines. These numbers include the top and bottom status lines (or label line), as well as the lines used to display data. A “page” of terminal memory represents the total number of lines that can be accessed, whether or not they are all viewable on the screen at once.
Introduction The figure below represents the entire page memory of a 48 line page (24 base page length times a multiplier of 2) and the portion of the page that is viewable on the display screen, when “26 Lines” is selected. Notice that the label line is visible in this mode.
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If the current page or portion of the page is longer than the screen display or window in which it is displayed, then local keystrokes can be used to “pan” the window up or down (Ctrl-↑ and Ctrl-↓). As a window is panned up, the page appears to be moving down and the opposite is true when panning the window down.
chapter Installation This section provides a “walk-through” approach to the installation of your terminal. This will enable you to physically connect the terminal to a printer and one or two host computer(s)/modem(s), as well as to configure the Setup menu to suit your requirements and preferences. The terminal is designed to provide great flexibility in configuring the terminal.
First, refer to the Common Setups diagrams later in this chapter. If one of these setups matches your needs, then make the connections as shown in the diagrams by referring to the Host/Printer Connection. Each cable connection in the diagram (the lines with arrows on each end) has a letter next to it.
Installation Note that it is not general practice to assign the host port in one session as the printer port in another session, but this can be done if desired. If RS-422 daughter board is installed in the EIA port, it cannot be used with a printer.
To access the Setup menu, press Ctrl-Scroll Lock on your keyboard or Ctrl-minus (num). In the IBM 3151 emulation, Ctrl-minus (num) will enter Setup mode. In the Scancode mode Ctrl-Scroll-Lock is always the Setup key, even in the 3151 emulation.
Installation option (“xxxx/EIA”). The Host will be set in another connection procedure if needed. Follow procedure of Connection A, step 3. Connection F: RS-232-C Printer In the Setup Quick (F1) menu, set the Printer portion of the “Host/Printer” selection to “Aux” without changing the current Host option (“xxxx/Aux”).
STEP 9 – Additional Setup Options At this point, you should proceed to the Setup chapter and continue to set up your own selections for any other parameters such as those for the display, keyboard, function/edit keys, and tabs. Remember to repeat this procedure for Session 2 if you are running in dual session mode.
Installation Common Setups TERMINAL TERM INAL MODEM HOST D C E PARALLEL SERIAL PRINTER PRINTER Sessions=One Sessions=One Host/Printer=EIA/Para Host/Printer=EIA/Aux EIA/Baud, etc. matches the host EIA Baud, EIA Data Format, etc. matches Aux Baud, etc. matches the printer the host EIA Modem Control=On TERM INAL TERM INAL M O D E M...
Host/Printer Connection Guide CAUTION: Do not (un)plug in electrical storm. SES1-EIA (DTE) SES2-AUX (DCE) DTE Host* Connection B: Connection A: Not applicable. Connect the host Connect a null cable directly to modem adapter the AUX port. between the host cable and the EIA port.
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EIA port. cable and the PAR port. Parallel Printer (Centronics IBM) Connection H: Not applicable. Not applicable. Connect the parallel printer cable to the PAR port. ** Most serial printers are configured as DTE devices. The above connections assume RS-232 configuration for the EIA port.
Examples: Your Settings: Connections made C, D, and H Number of sessions Host/Printer (Session 1)* EIA/Para Host/Printer (Session 2)* Aux/None Emulations (Session 1) IBM 3151 Emulations (Session 2) ADDS VP Host 1: 9600 Baud Data Bits Stop Bits None Parity...
chapter Setup The Setup menu is your control panel for this terminal. It permits you to configure the terminal to communicate with the host computer as well as to suit your personal preferences. Overview The Setup menus have been designed to allow maximum flexibility with a minimum investment of time.
Entry and Exit Keyboard: Press Ctrl-Scroll Lock or Ctrl-minus (num) to both enter and exit setup. You can also press F14 or Pause to exit. For the IBM 3151 emulation, press Ctrl-minus (num) to both enter and exit setup. Saving Parameters Upon exiting setup mode, the prompt “Save All (Y/N)”...
The following keystrokes are also available but are not documented in the Setup help bar. Tab and Shift-Tab: Move from menu to menu forward or backward without using function keys. Space and Shift-Space: Cycle through the list of choices. Same as Enter and Shift-Enter.
Setup Map Menu Parameters Available (Not all will display for a given emulation, keyboard, or video mode) Quick Emulation Comm Mode EIA Baud Rate Enhanced Language Aux Baud Rate EIA Data Format Host/Printer Sessions Aux Data Format General Emulation Enhanced Auto Wrap Auto Font Load Auto Page...
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Line Control Disconnect Turnaround Char Send Null Suppress Ignore CTS Modem Control Print Prnt Line Term Prnt Block Term Prnt Region Prnt Mode Secondary Recv Print Chars Indep Pass Thru Emulation Attribute Bright Video Fkey Speed Page Edit WPRT Intensity WPRT Reverse WPRT Underline WPRT Blink...
Exit : Setup Key Emulation: [ADDS VP, Wyse 60, Wyse 50+, PC Term, VT300/8, VT300/7, VT200/8, VT200/7, VT100, IBM 3151, SCO Console, AT386, TVI 925] Select the “personality” of the terminal (the way in which it responds to commands). If you are using PC-Term emulation, refer to the Local Leadin selection in the Keys: F5 section for access to local “hot keys.”...
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Enhanced: [On, Off] Normally, the terminal responds to a set of commands that correspond to the emulation selected. When Enhanced mode is on, the set of commands is extended to those printed in boldface in the Programming chapter. EIA Data Format: [7/1/N, 7/1/O, 7/1/E, 7/1/M, 7/1/S, 7/2/N, 7/2/O, 7/2/E, 7/2/M, 7/2/S, 8/1/N, 8/1/O, 8/1/E, 8/1/M, 8/1/S, 8/2/N, 8/2/O, 8/2/E, 8/2/M, 8/2/S] Select a data bits/stop bits/parity combination which matches the data format of the primary host or printer.
GENERAL: F2 This chapter lists all possible parameters for each menu, and all possible choices for each parameter. Depending on the emulation selected, and the key mode (ASCII or ScanCode), Setup will only present the valid set of parameters and choices in each menu.
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In the case of a full display, toggling also brings the entire display of the selected host into view. The selection above is not available in the IBM 3151 emulation. Bell Length: [140 ms, 350 ms, 570 ms, 780 ms] Denotes duration of bell sound.
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Columns: [80, 132, 80-Only] Choose the number of columns that the screen can display. 80-Only provides more pages in memory for a given page length by disallowing changes to 132-column display. Width Change Clear: [On, Off] Select whether the screen is to be cleared when the number of columns on the screen is changed from 80 to 132 or vice versa.
When ScanCode is selected, “Comm Mode” is forced to Full Duplex and “Character Set” is forced to Multinational (8-bit). Keyclick: [On, Off] Choose whether pressing a key results in a clicking sound. The default is off in SCO Console emulation and IBM 3151.
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Key Repeat: [On, Off] Choose whether keys, including function keys, will repeat when pressed for more than half a second. This setting does not affect the following keys on the EPC keyboard: Caps Lock, Scroll Lock, Num Lock, Shift keys, Ctrl keys, Alt keys, Return, Print Screen, Pause.
Code Page: [DEC Multi, PC 437, PC 850, PC 852, PC 857, PC 860, PC 861, PC 862, PC 863, PC 865, PC 866, PC 869, ISO-1, ISO-2, ISO-5, ISO-Hebrew, ISO-Cyrillic, ISO-Greek] This selection is only available in 8-bit emulations in Multinational Mode. The default code page is based upon language and emulation selected.
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Return Key: [Field, New Line] When the Return Key =New Line, the functions specified in the New Line parameter are performed. When the Return Key = Field, the functions specified in the New Line parameter are performed unless the target line is within a protected field.
Disconnect: [Disabled, Pause, Alt-Pause] Select the keystroke that will generate a modem disconnect. Backspace: [BS/DEL, DEL/BS, DEL/CAN, BS/BS] Choose the codes sent by the backspace key in the normal/shifted positions. Desk Acc: [Ctrl ←, Disabled] Select how the Desk Accessories can be accessed. This selection does not appear when SCO Console emulation is selected.
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Aux Baud Rate: [110, 134.5, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 1800, 2000, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400] See the Quick menu earlier in this chapter. AUX Data Format: [7/1/O, 7/1/E, 7/1/M, 7/1/S, 7/2/N, 7/2/O, 7/2/E, 7/2/M, 7/2/S, 8/1/N, 8/1/O, 8/1/E, 8/1/M, 8/1/S, 8/2/N] See the Quick menu earlier in this chapter.
HOST: F7 Break: [250 ms, 170 ms, 500 ms, Off] Choose the duration of the break signal in milliseconds. This is an interruption in data flow, and can be disabled. Modem Control: [On, Off] If a modem is being used to communicate with the primary or secondary host, modem control should be on.
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Choose whether the terminal sends data from the entire screen or from the scrolling region. Ignore CTS: [Off, On] Ignore CTS is not displayed in IBM 3151 emulations Line Control: [CRTS, PRTS, IPRTS] PRTS* (permanent request to send) – PRTS handles the CTS and DSR ♦...
Send Null Suppress: [Off, On] Off – Trailing null characters are converted to space characters when ♦ data is sent to the host system. On – Trailing null characters are removed when data is sent to the host ♦ system. PRINT: F8 Print Mode: [Normal, Auto, Controller] Select the way in which printing is controlled.
Independent Pass Thru: [Off, On] When independent pass-through printing is enabled, the host system can concurrently send data to the 3153 terminal and to the printer. When a low speed printer is attached to the terminal, it allows print operations to continue without suspending normal terminal operations.
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Save Labels: [Off, On] When on, labels that are downloaded by the host will be saved in non-volatile memory. If this selection and Display NV Labels are off, labels written by the host would be lost upon entry and exit to Setup. Attribute: [Char, Line, Page] Choose the extent to which attributes are propagated.
Bright Video: Mode 1 [Off, , Mode 2] Provides a brighter display when set to Mode 1 or Mode 2. In Mode 1, both normal and dim text are brighter than in the standard mode. In Mode 2, only normal text is brighter, resulting in a greater contrast between normal and dim text.
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Feature Lock: [Off, On] When on, the host cannot change user features: key repeat, scroll speed, screen background, tab stops, and keyboard lock. Status Line: [Off, Indicator, Host-Write, Both] Specify the way in which the status line is to be used: for host messages [host-write], as a cursor position indicator [indicator], for [both] or off.
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Label: A label of up to 7 characters can be entered for function keys in ASCII emulations only. See “Display NV Labels” in the Emulation section. <Backspace> – delete ♦ <Shift> <Back> – default field ♦ Key: Select the key to be programmed. The keys that are listed as choices depend upon the Program parameter as shown below: The following choices apply for non-SCO Console emulations: When Program = F/Key, Sh-F/Key, Ctrl-FKey, or Ctrl-Sh-Fkey the...
Clear Screen: Clear the screen and the entire page. Default Session UDKS: Set the contents of all the function and edit keys associated with the chosen session to their factory default states. Edit Fields Setup uses overwrite mode in text editing fields. That is, the cursor keys cannot be used to move to a location in the text to insert characters.
Glossary of Terms Some of the terms that are used in the Exec (PrtSc) menu are defined below. Terminal Parameters Terminal parameters includes session parameters (defined later) and non-session parameters that affect the terminal globally without regard to the session. The non-session parameters and their defaults are listed below: Setup Parameters: Bell Volume (6), Screen Saver (5 min), Overscan Borders ♦...
Session Parameters Session Parameters are parameters that are specific to the emulation selected in the current session. These include three types of parameters: Setup-Edit keys, Setup, and Modes. Setup-Edit Keys: Function and Edit keys and the Answerback message. ♦ Setup Parameters: All other Setup variables that are not included in Setup ♦...
chapter Desk Accessories This terminal features five desk accessories, which can be accessed one at a time through pop-up windows. Overview Desk Accessory Menu To display this pop-up window to choose any of the five desk accessories, press Ctrl-←. Function keys F1-F5 are used to display the clock, calendar, calculator, ASCII chart, and diagnostic menu, respectively.
Exit Keystrokes To exit any window and restore the original screen, press ESC on the keyboard. Inhibiting Access Access to desk accessories can be inhibited by selecting “Disabled” for “Desk Acc” in the Setup menu. Calendar This displays a calendar for any month from the years 1900 to 2099. The current date is displayed at the bottom.
Clock The clock menu (shown below) contains seven lines which can be modified: Jan. Date 1, 1995 Time 08:00:00 AM Display Type Column Alarm Set 12:00 PM Tone Use the following keys to make changes: Up- or down-arrow keys – Select a line. The line is highlighted. §...
Column – Set the column (36-99) in which the date/time will display (as enabled by Display above). Alarm Set – Time at which an alarm (a 1-2 second bell tone) should sound. Tone – How alarm tone(s) should be activated: every Hour, on the Alarm setting only, or both on the Alarm setting and Hourly.
In addition to the keys on the numeric keypad, you may use: T – Toggle “tape” on/off. Results scroll above the display. § P – Toggle “printer” on/off. Results are transmitted onto the printer. § Use the printer option only when a printer is connected. Press Ctrl-Shift-Tab to clear a printer error.
Use the following keys to change the display of the ASCII chart: Up- or down-arrow – Scroll up or down the characters in the ASCII chart (0-127). § Left- or right-arrow – Scroll through the available font banks. The characters will §...
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Continued Scan Code Action Mode Increment Scroll Rate Shift-Ctrl-↑ Decrement Scroll Rate Shift-Ctrl-↓ Split-Full Toggle Shift-Ctrl- – (num) Roll-Window-Up Ctrl-↑ Roll-Window-Down Ctrl-↓ Change Status Line Ctrl-→ Home & Clear Page Shift-Ctrl-Home Auto Adjust Window Ctrl-Home Toggle Session Ctrl-Enter (num) Enter Desk Accessory Mode Ctrl-←...
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NOTES: This function is operational only if EIA (Aux) Rcv-Prtcl = Xon-Xoff/XPC or DTR. In ANSI emulations, this keystroke toggles in and out of Auto Print Mode. This function is operational even if Screen Saver is set to off. This function unlocks the keyboard, turns off all print modes and re-initializes the serial ports for setup parameters.
Page Configurations—Single and Dual Session Number of Pages Single Session Dual Session Lines per Page 80/132 80-only 80/132 80-only 2 (24/176) 2 (24/216) 2 (24/76) 2 (24/96) 2 (25/175) 2 (25/215) 2 (25/75) 2 (25/95) 2 (42/158) 2 (42/198) 2 (42/58) 2 (42/78) 2 (43/157) 2 (43/197)
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NOTE TO INSTALLER This equipment complies with the FCC Regulation for Class A devices, Subpart J of Part 15. Shielded, grounded interface cables were used on all ports for FCC radiated emission testing. The manufacturer is not responsible for any violation of the FCC Regulation for Class A devices that is caused by unauthorized modification of the equipment, or caused by equipment installation not in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
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