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Digital Equipment VT225 User Manual

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Digital Equipment VT225 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ManufacturerDigital Equipment Corporation (DEC)
Resolution800 x 400 pixels
KeyboardIntegrated, detachable
Touch TechnologyCapacitive
CategoryTouch terminal
Display TypeCRT
Character SetASCII
Communication PortsRS-232
DisplayColor CRT
CommunicationRS-232

Summary

CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE TERMINAL

Physical Description of VT225 Terminal Components

Details the monitor/system unit, its components, and the keyboard.

Functional Description of VT225 Capabilities

Outlines the VT225's general purpose, high resolution, colour display, and definable features.

CHAPTER 2 USING THE VT225

Initial Setup and First Use

Guide to unpacking, connecting, and powering on the VT225 for the first time.

Terminal Controls, Indicators, and Connectors

Details the physical controls, indicators, and connection ports on the VT225 terminal.

Keyboard Layout and Function Keys

Explains the main, editing, auxiliary keypads and top-row function keys.

Visual and Audible Indicators

Describes the meaning of visual indicators and the behavior of audible signals.

CHAPTER 3 OPERATING PROCEDURES

VT225 Operating States

Explains the five operational states: Set-Up, Local, On-Line Interactive, and On-Line Edit.

VT225 Operating Modes

Describes VT200 (7/8-bit), VT100, and VT52 modes, including character sets.

Composing Characters and Editing

Details how to create special characters using compose sequences and local editing features.

Printing Operations

Covers printing modes like Normal, Auto Print, Printer Controller, and Local Controller.

CHAPTER 4 TERMINAL SET-UP

Set-Up Screen Overview

Introduction to the Set-Up concept and the various configuration screens available.

Directory, Display, and General Set-Up

Details on navigating Set-Up screens and configuring basic terminal features.

Communications and Printer Set-Up

Configuration options for serial communications and printer connections.

Keyboard, Tab, Edit, and Colour Set-Up

Customizing keyboard behavior, tab settings, editing functions, and display colours.

CHAPTER 5 COMMUNICATION

Host and Printer Port Interfaces

Describes the physical ports for host and printer connections and their interface signals.

Modems, Cables, and Printer Connections

Information on connecting modems, cables, and printers to the VT225 terminal.

Character Format and Data Flow Control

Explains character transmission format, XON/XOFF flow control, and buffer overflow prevention.

Transmission Modes and Data Compression

Details transmission in edit mode, block size, and data compression techniques.

CHAPTER 6 PROBLEM SOLVING

Common Operating Problems and Solutions

Lists common issues and their possible solutions for operating the VT225.

Power-Up Self Test Procedure

Details the self-test process and how to interpret its results.

Screen Error Messages

Explains the meaning of error messages displayed on the terminal screen.

APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS

VT225 Physical and Electrical Specifications

Details the dimensions, weight, power requirements, and electrical characteristics of the VT225.

Environmental and Display Specifications

Covers operating temperature, humidity, display resolution, character formats, and attributes.

Keyboard and Signal Specifications

Details keyboard layout, key specifications, visual indicators, and audible signals.

APPENDIX B OPTIONS, DOCUMENTATION & SUPPLIES

Related Documentation for VT225

Lists other manuals and documentation available for the VT225 terminal.

Cables and Supplies Information

Information on recommended cables and supplies for connecting and operating the VT225.

APPENDIX C KEYBOARDS

Illustrations of National Keyboard Layouts

Visual representations of keyboard layouts for various countries and languages.

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