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Heathkit H9 User Manual

Heathkit H9
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VIDEO
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H9
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Heathkit H9 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHeathkit
ModelH9
CategoryTouch terminals
LanguageEnglish

Summary

HEATH COMPANY PHONE DIRECTORY

YOUR HEATHKIT 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY

INTRODUCTION

OPERATION

Local Function Keys

Explains keys that affect the display but do not transmit ASCII characters.

Special Function Keys

Describes keys that perform specific functions like Return, Line Feed, and Escape.

Display Modes and Settings

Covers PLOT mode, BAUD RATE, and OFF LINE functions for terminal operation.

Control and Special Keys

Details keys like BREAK, FULL DUPLEX, XMIT PAGE, CTRL, SHIFT for terminal control.

Control Characters and Hold Screen

Explains ASCII control characters and the HOLD SCREEN mode.

SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS

HEATHKIT COMPUTER SYSTEM INTERFACE STANDARDS

GENERAL INTERFACING

I/O CIRCUIT BOARD PROGRAMMING

Explains programming the I/O circuit board for various input/output modes and settings.

EIA RS-232C Serial Input/Output

Details EIA RS-232C serial connection configuration, including voltage levels.

TTL Serial Input/Output

Describes TTL serial connection configuration, logic levels, and jumper settings.

TTY (20 mA current loop) Serial Input/Output

Details TTY serial connection configuration, current loop signals, and jumper settings.

Active TTY Configuration

Configuration for active TTY connection where Terminal supplies loop current.

READER CONTROL

TYPICAL TERMINAL/COMPUTER SYSTEMS

Parallel Input/Output Connections

Describes pin assignments and data signals for parallel I/O connections.

Parallel Handshake Timing

Timing waveforms for handshake signals in parallel I/O communication.

Serial I/O Connections

Describes pin nomenclature for serial I/O connections (TTY, EIA, TTL).

Typical System

Typical Computer Systems

Diagram of typical computer system interfaces with H9.

Typical I/O Connections

Diagrams of typical I/O connections between H9 and paper tape reader/punch.

READJUSTMENT

BRIGHTNESS

Guide for adjusting the display brightness for optimal viewing comfort.

FOCUS

Steps to adjust the focus for sharp and distinct character display.

CENTERING

Procedure for centering the display on the screen for proper alignment.

HEIGHT

Instructions on how to adjust the vertical display height for optimal appearance.

WIDTH

Guide for changing display width settings using jumper wires.

REPEAT RATE

How to select and change the keyboard repeat rate.

CLEANING

Instructions for cleaning the terminal cabinet and screen window.

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

General Troubleshooting Information

General advice and checks for common kit assembly and soldering issues.

Troubleshooting Charts

Detailed charts listing common problems and their possible causes.

TROUBLESHOOTING WAVEFORMS

SHIPPING INFORMATION

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION

BASIC OVERVIEW

High-level description of the terminal's functional blocks and data flow.

POWER SUPPLY

Explanation of the terminal's power supply circuits and voltage regulation.

VIDEO CIRCUITS

Description of the video amplifier and sweep circuits that drive the CRT.

VERTICAL SWEEP CIRCUITS

Details the vertical sweep generation and its relation to the CRT display.

HORIZONTAL SWEEP CIRCUITS

Explanation of the horizontal sweep system and its control mechanisms.

HIGH VOLTAGE SUPPLY

Description of the high voltage generation for the CRT.

VIDEO AMPLIFIER

How video signals are processed and applied to the CRT cathode.

CHARACTER GENERATOR

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Overview of the character generator's function and screen mapping.

TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION

KEYBOARD CIRCUIT BOARD

Description of the keyboard encoder, special characters, and repeat rate functions.

RAM AND COUNTER

Explanation of the RAM, address counters, and cursor/scroll logic.

COUNTER CONTROLS

Details on how counter modes are controlled for different operations.

SCROLLING

Erasing Operations

Procedures for erasing text to the end of line or the entire page.

Cursor Operations

How cursor movement is handled and displayed.

Special Cursor Movements

Explains specific cursor actions triggered by control characters.

Refresh Interrupt and Transmit Page

Handles data rates faster than normal and screen data transmission.

Bell Detect and Power Up Reset

Detects bell characters and explains the power-up reset sequence.

I/O (Input/Output)

SEMICONDUCTOR IDENTIFICATION

COMPONENT NUMBER INDEX

Cross-reference of circuit component numbers to Heath part numbers.

ROM AND PLA PROGRAMS

ROM PROGRAM

Specific ROM program data tables for IC724.

SCHEMATIC OF THE HEATHKIT® VIDEO TERMINAL MODEL H9

CUSTOMER SERVICE

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Instructions for requesting replacement parts from Heath.

ORDERING FROM THE FACTORY

Procedures for ordering parts directly from Heath Company.

OBTAINING REPLACEMENTS FROM HEATH ELECTRONIC CENTERS

Information on getting parts from local Heath Electronic Centers.

TECHNICAL CONSULTATION

How to get technical help for assembly or operation issues.

REPAIR SERVICE

Details on how to send the unit in for professional repair services.

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