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Explains the typing process and cursor movement.
Describes the Leap key function for text navigation.
Details the functionality of Page/Document and Insert keys.
Explains the elements depicted in the key diagrams.
Describes how to remove highlighting from text.
Explains how to move and copy text using highlighting.
Details the process for checking and correcting spelling errors.
Adjusting paragraph margins and indents for layout.
Configuring tab stops for text alignment.
Controlling the spacing between lines of text.
Introduces essential keystrokes for calculations.
Sorting text and data into alphabetical or numerical order.
Details on exchanging information over the telephone.
Instructions for setting the H/T switch with a straight cable.
Instructions for setting the H/T switch with a cross cable.
Guidance on where to begin learning the Canon Cat.
Overview of the tutorial's approach to learning.
Description of the Reference Guide's purpose and organization.
Explanation of the glossary's role in understanding the manual.
Summarizes the primary functions and features of the Canon Cat.
Lists the items included in the Canon Cat package.
Introduces the major components of the Canon Cat.
Lists printers compatible with the Canon Cat.
Specific notes for users of the Canon Laser Beam Printer VP3103H.
Instructions for connecting the Cat to peripherals.
Steps to ensure the printer is ready for use.
Configuring the serial interface for the VP3103H printer.
Choosing the correct serial port for printer connection.
Choosing the appropriate printer type from the list.
Details on the requirements for installing a phone.
Instructions for connecting the phone to the Cat.
Describes the steps involved in powering up the Cat.
Explains how to interpret and respond to screen beeps.
Explains the role of the cursor and document characters.
Guides users through the fundamental basics of the Cat.
Instructs on typing, printing, and recording a first document.
Explains the visual representation of keys in the manual.
Provides guidance on restarting if errors occur during learning.
Details the cursor's function and how to enter text.
Explains the functionality of the ERASE key for text deletion.
Describes how to use the RETURN key for text formatting.
Outlines essential rules for cursor behavior.
Explains how to leap forward and backward through text.
Describes using patterns to guide the leaping function.
Addresses common problems encountered during leaping.
Explains how to use LEAP AGAIN for efficient navigation.
Details the functionality of the USE FRONT keys.
Explains how case affects leaping operations.
Instructions on how to apply highlighting to text.
How to erase text using an extended highlight.
Methods for removing and reapplying text highlights.
Describes the creeping text selection method.
Techniques for adjusting the borders of text highlights.
Provides an overview of the Cat's command structure.
Explains the functionality and application of the UNDO command.
Instructions for moving text within the document.
Detailed steps for moving a single word.
Describes how UNDO can reverse text moves.
Fundamentals of typing text on the Canon Cat.
Introduction to the leaping navigation feature.
Fundamentals of text highlighting.
Managing page numbers and automatic page endings.
Instructions for printing the document.
Techniques for reviewing large text documents.
Guidance on managing disk space and usage.
Methods for protecting your data and information.
Core principles and techniques for typing.
Introduction to automatic page numbering.
How to mark the beginning of documents.
How to hyphenate words at the end of a line.
Methods for inserting new text into existing content.
How automatic page endings function.
Troubleshooting and correcting page ending issues.
Procedures for starting new documents.
Explains regular, decimal, and other tab stop types.
Details indicators for character positions on the ruler.
How to return to the previous position after a leap.
Identifies common errors and how to avoid them.
Techniques for accurately positioning the cursor.
Navigating text by sentence or word units.
Methods for leaping to precise locations like uppercase letters.
Navigating between documents using the Leap key.
Techniques for leaping by paragraph or page boundaries.
Using leaping for finding words and positioning.
How to use leaping for vertical scrolling.
Methods for removing and reapplying text highlights.
How to adjust the size of a text highlight.
Techniques for highlighting specific words or sentences.
Methods for highlighting entire documents or tables.
How to highlight all text within a document.
Instructions for moving paragraphs and pages.
Procedures for copying and moving text segments.
Explains forward and backward text erasing methods.
How to activate forward or backward erase modes.
Methods for recovering text that has been erased.
How to erase words, sentences, paragraphs, or entire documents.
Important safety measures for disk handling.
Explains the DISK command for disk operations.
Steps for recording and updating information on disks.
How to play back data from disks.
Procedures for when a disk is not found.
Instructions for creating backup copies of disks.
How to play back disk content without prior recording.
Steps for erasing the contents of a disk.
Compares on-screen text display with printout appearance.
Instructions for printing entire pages or documents.
How to interrupt and resume printing operations.
Controlling the order and number of sheets printed.
Details the functionality of the UNDO key.
Explains how to use the EXPLAIN key for help.
Details on customizing paragraph formatting.
Explanation of commands that affect paragraph appearance.
How to set paragraph appearance before typing text.
Executing multiple commands consecutively.
How to erase paragraph breaks.
How to set margins and indents for paragraphs.
Instructions for setting tab stops.
Procedures for setting and clearing tab stops.
How to manage existing tab settings.
Steps for setting tabs specifically for tables.
How to adjust line spacing for paragraphs.
Explains different paragraph styling options like flush, centered, justified.
How to capitalize words or letters.
How to underline words or letters.
How to make words or letters bold.
Formatting options for individual characters.
Methods for copying parts of text.
Process for checking and correcting spelling errors.
How to add custom words to the spelling dictionary.
Securing documents by locking and unlocking them.
Using leaping to navigate within specific document areas.
How to switch between different local leaping modes.
Changing between Keyboard I and Keyboard II settings.
Overview of the Cat's telephone communication capabilities.
Instructions for dialing numbers and hanging up.
Steps for dialing phone numbers.
How to use the Cat's automatic dialing features.
Procedure for answering incoming phone calls.
Managing calls between computers.
Understanding modes for voice to machine communication.
Details on the autoanswer feature.
How to hold conversations with the Cat.
How to send text during telephone conversations.
How to receive text during telephone conversations.
Steps for connecting to various data services.
How to send control characters for data services.
How to receive and resume data service operations.
Instructions for using the MCI Mail service.
How to retrieve calculation results and manage errors.
Explains the use of pockets for storing calculation results.
How to calculate the square root of a number.
How to perform percentage calculations.
Highlights advanced functions available in the CALC feature.
Explains the use of parentheses for calculation order.
How to name numbers for easier calculation recall.
Methods for recalculating without re-entering numbers.
How to total the values in columns.
How to utilize spreadsheet functionality for calculations.
Explains how the 'Use' function simplifies calculations.
How to use values from adjacent cells in calculations.
Details the specific usage and syntax of the 'use()' function.
Instructions for sorting data in a single column.
How to perform reverse and numerical sorting.
Methods for sorting data across multiple columns.
Advanced techniques for multi-column sorting.
Specific sorting method for last name, first name data.
How to sort address lists by name, city, state, or zip code.
Sorting numerical data based on quantity and order.
Using extended highlight to identify fields in records.
Explains the combined use of UNDO and LEARN commands.
Step-by-step guide to using the LEARN command.
How to re-enact previously learned commands.
Using LEARN for global search and replace operations.
Demonstrates changing specific text elements using LEARN.
How to store and recall frequently used phrases.
Incorporating formatting like CAPS and BOLD in LEARN.
How to link multiple LEARN commands together.
Explains the SETUP command for document format changes.
How to stop or interrupt printing processes.
Emphasizes the importance of consistent form in letters.
Outlines the plan for executing mail merge.
Instructions for copying and preparing the address list.
How to correct mistakes during mail merge.
Guiding the Cat through mail merge procedures.
Final steps for executing the mail merge process.
Information regarding FCC regulations for USA users.
Details on federal telecommunications requirements.
Information on Canadian telecommunications requirements.
Explains the typing process and cursor movement.
Describes the Leap key function for text navigation.
Details the functionality of Page/Document and Insert keys.
Explains the elements depicted in the key diagrams.
Describes how to remove highlighting from text.
Explains how to move and copy text using highlighting.
Details the process for checking and correcting spelling errors.
Adjusting paragraph margins and indents for layout.
Configuring tab stops for text alignment.
Controlling the spacing between lines of text.
Introduces essential keystrokes for calculations.
Sorting text and data into alphabetical or numerical order.
Details on exchanging information over the telephone.
Instructions for setting the H/T switch with a straight cable.
Instructions for setting the H/T switch with a cross cable.
Guidance on where to begin learning the Canon Cat.
Overview of the tutorial's approach to learning.
Description of the Reference Guide's purpose and organization.
Explanation of the glossary's role in understanding the manual.
Summarizes the primary functions and features of the Canon Cat.
Lists the items included in the Canon Cat package.
Introduces the major components of the Canon Cat.
Lists printers compatible with the Canon Cat.
Specific notes for users of the Canon Laser Beam Printer VP3103H.
Instructions for connecting the Cat to peripherals.
Steps to ensure the printer is ready for use.
Configuring the serial interface for the VP3103H printer.
Choosing the correct serial port for printer connection.
Choosing the appropriate printer type from the list.
Details on the requirements for installing a phone.
Instructions for connecting the phone to the Cat.
Describes the steps involved in powering up the Cat.
Explains how to interpret and respond to screen beeps.
Explains the role of the cursor and document characters.
Guides users through the fundamental basics of the Cat.
Instructs on typing, printing, and recording a first document.
Explains the visual representation of keys in the manual.
Provides guidance on restarting if errors occur during learning.
Details the cursor's function and how to enter text.
Explains the functionality of the ERASE key for text deletion.
Describes how to use the RETURN key for text formatting.
Outlines essential rules for cursor behavior.
Explains how to leap forward and backward through text.
Describes using patterns to guide the leaping function.
Addresses common problems encountered during leaping.
Explains how to use LEAP AGAIN for efficient navigation.
Details the functionality of the USE FRONT keys.
Explains how case affects leaping operations.
Instructions on how to apply highlighting to text.
How to erase text using an extended highlight.
Methods for removing and reapplying text highlights.
Describes the creeping text selection method.
Techniques for adjusting the borders of text highlights.
Provides an overview of the Cat's command structure.
Explains the functionality and application of the UNDO command.
Instructions for moving text within the document.
Detailed steps for moving a single word.
Describes how UNDO can reverse text moves.
Fundamentals of typing text on the Canon Cat.
Introduction to the leaping navigation feature.
Fundamentals of text highlighting.
Managing page numbers and automatic page endings.
Instructions for printing the document.
Techniques for reviewing large text documents.
Guidance on managing disk space and usage.
Methods for protecting your data and information.
Core principles and techniques for typing.
Introduction to automatic page numbering.
How to mark the beginning of documents.
How to hyphenate words at the end of a line.
Methods for inserting new text into existing content.
How automatic page endings function.
Troubleshooting and correcting page ending issues.
Procedures for starting new documents.
Explains regular, decimal, and other tab stop types.
Details indicators for character positions on the ruler.
How to return to the previous position after a leap.
Identifies common errors and how to avoid them.
Techniques for accurately positioning the cursor.
Navigating text by sentence or word units.
Methods for leaping to precise locations like uppercase letters.
Navigating between documents using the Leap key.
Techniques for leaping by paragraph or page boundaries.
Using leaping for finding words and positioning.
How to use leaping for vertical scrolling.
Methods for removing and reapplying text highlights.
How to adjust the size of a text highlight.
Techniques for highlighting specific words or sentences.
Methods for highlighting entire documents or tables.
How to highlight all text within a document.
Instructions for moving paragraphs and pages.
Procedures for copying and moving text segments.
Explains forward and backward text erasing methods.
How to activate forward or backward erase modes.
Methods for recovering text that has been erased.
How to erase words, sentences, paragraphs, or entire documents.
Important safety measures for disk handling.
Explains the DISK command for disk operations.
Steps for recording and updating information on disks.
How to play back data from disks.
Procedures for when a disk is not found.
Instructions for creating backup copies of disks.
How to play back disk content without prior recording.
Steps for erasing the contents of a disk.
Compares on-screen text display with printout appearance.
Instructions for printing entire pages or documents.
How to interrupt and resume printing operations.
Controlling the order and number of sheets printed.
Details the functionality of the UNDO key.
Explains how to use the EXPLAIN key for help.
Details on customizing paragraph formatting.
Explanation of commands that affect paragraph appearance.
How to set paragraph appearance before typing text.
Executing multiple commands consecutively.
How to erase paragraph breaks.
How to set margins and indents for paragraphs.
Instructions for setting tab stops.
Procedures for setting and clearing tab stops.
How to manage existing tab settings.
Steps for setting tabs specifically for tables.
How to adjust line spacing for paragraphs.
Explains different paragraph styling options like flush, centered, justified.
How to capitalize words or letters.
How to underline words or letters.
How to make words or letters bold.
Formatting options for individual characters.
Methods for copying parts of text.
Process for checking and correcting spelling errors.
How to add custom words to the spelling dictionary.
Securing documents by locking and unlocking them.
Using leaping to navigate within specific document areas.
How to switch between different local leaping modes.
Changing between Keyboard I and Keyboard II settings.
Overview of the Cat's telephone communication capabilities.
Instructions for dialing numbers and hanging up.
Steps for dialing phone numbers.
How to use the Cat's automatic dialing features.
Procedure for answering incoming phone calls.
Managing calls between computers.
Understanding modes for voice to machine communication.
Details on the autoanswer feature.
How to hold conversations with the Cat.
How to send text during telephone conversations.
How to receive text during telephone conversations.
Steps for connecting to various data services.
How to send control characters for data services.
How to receive and resume data service operations.
Instructions for using the MCI Mail service.
How to retrieve calculation results and manage errors.
Explains the use of pockets for storing calculation results.
How to calculate the square root of a number.
How to perform percentage calculations.
Highlights advanced functions available in the CALC feature.
Explains the use of parentheses for calculation order.
How to name numbers for easier calculation recall.
Methods for recalculating without re-entering numbers.
How to total the values in columns.
How to utilize spreadsheet functionality for calculations.
Explains how the 'Use' function simplifies calculations.
How to use values from adjacent cells in calculations.
Details the specific usage and syntax of the 'use()' function.
Instructions for sorting data in a single column.
How to perform reverse and numerical sorting.
Methods for sorting data across multiple columns.
Advanced techniques for multi-column sorting.
Specific sorting method for last name, first name data.
How to sort address lists by name, city, state, or zip code.
Sorting numerical data based on quantity and order.
Using extended highlight to identify fields in records.
Explains the combined use of UNDO and LEARN commands.
Step-by-step guide to using the LEARN command.
How to re-enact previously learned commands.
Using LEARN for global search and replace operations.
Demonstrates changing specific text elements using LEARN.
How to store and recall frequently used phrases.
Incorporating formatting like CAPS and BOLD in LEARN.
How to link multiple LEARN commands together.
Explains the SETUP command for document format changes.
How to stop or interrupt printing processes.
Emphasizes the importance of consistent form in letters.
Outlines the plan for executing mail merge.
Instructions for copying and preparing the address list.
How to correct mistakes during mail merge.
Guiding the Cat through mail merge procedures.
Final steps for executing the mail merge process.
Information regarding FCC regulations for USA users.
Details on federal telecommunications requirements.
Information on Canadian telecommunications requirements.
General| Processor | Motorola 68000 |
|---|---|
| RAM | 256 KB |
| Release Year | 1987 |
| Clock Speed | 5 MHz |
| Display | 9-inch monochrome CRT |
| Operating System | Proprietary |
| Ports | Serial, Parallel |
| Keyboard | Integrated keyboard with special function keys |
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