VT510 Video TerminalInstallation and OperatingInformationOrder Number: EK-VT510-IA. B01
1Installation and Set-UpInstall the tilt/swivel stand.Insert hooksand slide intoposition.1. Carefully set the terminal facedown.2. Insert the hooks on
Install your terminal.Install your terminal.Connect thecables to theterminal.To install your terminal, connect the cables to the terminal asshown.4125
Install your terminal.Plug in thepower cord andpush the powerswitch on.The terminal will beep indicating that the power is on.12DSG-000323Set theBrigh
Install your terminal."Selftest OK"appears onscreen.The terminal takes a few seconds to warm up and complete itspower up self-tests. Then, t
Set up your terminal.Moving within aSet-Up MenuUse the arrow keys ( , , , ) to move among the menus orwithin a list, or to select buttons.In amenu . .
Set up your terminal.Figure 1–1 DEC VT-Style Keyboard LayoutXZXCVBNASDF GHJ KLIOPTYUWE RMQ1234567890!#$%^&*()a><ReturnShift?/.,:;"’|\}]
Select the Set-Up language.Select the Set-Up language.This language selection is for Set-up only and does not affectkeyboard, character set, or printe
Select the emulation mode terminal type.Select the emulation mode terminal type.Select the keyboard language.MA−0044−93.GRA1–8 Installation and Set-Up
Select the communication/printer port configuration.Select the communication/printer port configuration.Select the communication word size.Installation
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Select the communication parity.Select the communication parity.Select the communication transmit speed.1–10 Installation and Set-Up
Select the communication receive speed.Select the communication receive speed.Select the printer type.Installation and Set-Up 1–11
Save your settings.Save your settings.Select the Save settings menu item, then pressEnterorReturn.CautionIf you disable the Screen Saver feature, an i
2Desktop FeaturesInvoking Desktop FeaturesOverviewFrom the Actions menu, you can invoke the Clock, Calculator,Show character sets and Banner message f
Invoking Desktop FeaturesClock featureYou can enable the Clock feature without entering Set-Up bypressingCaps Lock Alt F11if you are not in an ASCII e
Invoking Desktop FeaturesCalculatorfeatureYou can enable the Calculator feature without enteringSet-Up by pressingCaps Lock Alt F12, if you are not in
Invoking Desktop FeaturesShow CharacterSets featureYou can enable the Show character sets desktop featurewithout entering Set-Up by usingCaps Lock Alt
3Maintenance and TroubleshootingCleaning your Video TerminalCleaning theScreenBefore cleaning the screen, set the terminal power switch to theoff posi
TroubleshootingTroubleshootingTableUse Table 3–1 to identify and correct any problem areas.Table 3–1 Identifying and Correcting ProblemsSymptom Possib
TroubleshootingTable 3–1 (Cont.) Identifying and Correcting ProblemsSymptom Possible Cause Suggested SolutionVideo display hasmoving dots anddistorted
ContentsPreface ... v1 Installation and Set-UpInstall the tilt/swivel stand. . . ...
Disposing of your TerminalDisposing of your TerminalWarningIf you need to dispose of your terminal, ask a qualifiedservice representative for the prope
Installing the ROM Cartridge1DSG-000372Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3–5
4Defining KeysDefine Key EditorOverviewThe VT510 provides a powerful Define Key Editor that allowsyou to modify the function of keys on your keyboard. Si
Define Key EditorCustomizationIf you want to program a key to behave differently than one ofthe factory defined keys, then you will need to know about t
Define Key Editor6. Press the key to return to the modifier selection.7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 to define other modifiercombinations as desired.8. Use t
ASpecificationsVideo TerminalThe following are the specifications for the VT510 videoterminal.DimensionsHeight 32 cm (12.6 in)Width 31.5 cm (12.4 in)Dep
SpecificationsTerminal Emulations ANSI, PCTerm, and ASCIIemulations: VT, WYSE, TVI, ADDS,or SCO console.Character SetSupportMultiple languages using IS
SpecificationsKeyboardThe following are the specifications for the keyboard.Keyboard style LK411/LK412 for ANSI/ANSI WPSstyle layout; PCXAL for enhanced
3 Maintenance and TroubleshootingCleaning your Video Terminal ... 3–1Troubleshooting . . . ...
SpecificationsCommunication/PrinterPortsSerial Bidirectional serial communication/printer portswith full modem support at 300 to 115.2K baud:EIA 232 EI
SpecificationsFigure A–3 Parallel Printer PortF2 DAT <0>3 DAT <1>4 DAT <2>5 DAT <3>6 DAT <4>7 DAT <5>8 DAT &
BKeyboard Function KeysUser Definable KeysOverviewAll keyboard keys are programmable by selecting the Definekey function from the Keyboard menu item in
Local FunctionsTable B–1 Local FunctionsFunctionNumber FunctionVTKeyboardSCOConsolePCKeyboardVT-StylePCKeyboardPC-StylePCKeyboardSCO0 no function1 Hol
Local FunctionsTable B–1 (Cont.) Local FunctionsFunctionNumber FunctionVTKeyboardSCOConsolePCKeyboardVT-StylePCKeyboardPC-StylePCKeyboardSCO32 C&P
Local FunctionsTable B–1 (Cont.) Local FunctionsFunctionNumber FunctionVTKeyboardSCOConsolePCKeyboardVT-StylePCKeyboardPC-StylePCKeyboardSCO48 Seconda
Local FunctionsTable B–2 Other Available Local FunctionsFunctionNumber FunctionFunctionNumber Function91 BS 120 Page 092 CAN 121 Page 193 ESC 122 Page
Compose CharactersCompose CharactersThe tables at the end of this manual describe how to composecharacters for the Multinational and ISO Latin 1 chara
PrefaceOverviewThis guide is for users who wish to install and configure theVT510 video terminal. This guide describes how to connectcables and enter t
Obtain the following information before installing your VT510video terminal. Write any changes to the default setting in thecolumn on the right.Inform
ConventionsThe following conventions are used in this document:Convention MeaningShift TabIndicates two keys that you must pressin combination. Press
Proper Setup and UseTable 1 Recommendations for Proper Setup and UseAdjust So that . . .Chair 1 Feet are flat on the flooror footrest, if needed.2 Legs
Proper Setup and UseTable 1 (Cont.) Recommendations for Proper Setup and UseAdjust To . . .Terminal 8 Eye level and at the correct distance for proper
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