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IBM InfoWindow II 3153 User Manual

IBM InfoWindow II 3153
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User’s Guide
InfoWindow II 3153
ASCII Display

Table of Contents

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IBM InfoWindow II 3153 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Display TypeCRT
Screen Size15 inches
Resolution1024 x 768
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Video InputVGA
Weight15 lbs
Color Depth8-bit (256 colors)

Summary

IBM InfoWindow II 3153 ASCII Display User's Guide

Preface

Statement of Limited Warranty

Details IBM's warranty terms for the machine and its parts, including warranty period and service information.

Electronic Emission Notices

Covers FCC and Canadian compliance statements regarding radio frequency emissions and potential interference.

Trademarks and Service Marks

Lists trademarks and service marks of IBM and other companies referenced in the publication.

Notices

Contains important disclaimers, information on product availability, and reproduction rights.

Safety Notices

Provides crucial danger, caution, and warning notices for safe operation and handling of the terminal.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Features

Lists the main capabilities and specifications of the terminal, including compatibility and display options.

Physical Features

Identifies and describes the physical connectors and controls on the terminal unit.

Keyboards

Details the layout and types of keyboards supported by the terminal.

Usage Notes

Explains the notations and symbols used throughout the manual for clarity and understanding.

Communications

Describes the terminal's serial and parallel ports and communication capabilities.

Screen Display and Pages

Explains screen line counts, page memory, and visual effects of display settings.

Chapter 2: Installation

STEP 1 - Know Your Devices

Determines the type of serial ports and devices to be connected to the terminal.

STEP 2 - Physical Connections

Guides on making the necessary physical connections, including null modem adapters.

STEP 3 - Number of Sessions Selection

Sets the terminal for single or dual session mode for host connections.

STEP 4 - Linking Ports to Sessions

Assigns serial ports to specific host sessions and printer connections.

STEP 5 - No Printer Option

Configures the terminal when a printer is not being used for a session.

STEP 6 - Know Your Serial Port(S) Protocol

Consults system administrator for serial device communication settings.

STEP 7 - Communications Setup Selections

Details the procedures for configuring communications based on physical connections.

STEP 8 - Emulation Setup Selection

Sets the terminal's emulation mode to match application requirements.

STEP 9 - Additional Setup Options

Guides on configuring other parameters like display, keyboard, and tabs.

STEP 10 - Save Parameters

Ensures that all setup parameters are saved in permanent memory.

STEP 11 - Establish Communications

Finalizes installation and establishes communication with host computer(s).

Common Setups

Provides diagrams for common terminal connection configurations.

Host/Printer Connection Guide

Offers a guide for connecting hosts and printers to the terminal's ports.

User Settings

A chart to document system and terminal configuration settings.

Chapter 3: Setup

Overview

Introduces the Setup menu as the terminal's control panel for configuration.

Entry and Exit

Explains how to enter and exit the terminal's setup menus.

Saving Parameters

Details methods for saving configuration changes to permanent memory.

Movement Inside Menus

Describes navigation techniques within the setup menus using keys.

Action Fields

Explains parameters that initiate actions rather than just selections.

Dual Session Mode

Covers the setup parameters for running the terminal in dual session mode.

Setup Map

Provides a comprehensive map of setup parameters organized by function keys.

QUICK: F1

The primary setup screen for critical terminal operation parameters.

GENERAL: F2

Configures general terminal behavior like auto wrap, screen saver, and bell volume.

DISPLAY: F3

Allows adjustment of screen length, video, cursor appearance, and page settings.

KEYBOARD: F4

Manages keyboard language, character set, key modes, and repeat settings.

KEYS: F5

Customizes the behavior of return, enter, alt, and other special keys.

PORTS: F6

Configures communication parameters for EIA and AUX serial ports.

HOST: F7

Sets host communication parameters, including break, modem control, and receive/send modes.

PRINT: F8

Controls printing modes, character sets, and print regions.

EMULATION: F9

Selects terminal emulation types and configures related attributes.

TABS: F10

Manages tab settings, including auto-initialization and column/field definitions.

ANSWERBACK: F11

Configures the terminal's answerback message and concealment settings.

PROGRAM: F12

Allows programming of function and edit keys for specific actions.

EXECUTE: Prnt Sc

Performs terminal and session reset, save, recall, and buffer clearing operations.

Edit Fields

Explains text editing behavior within setup fields, including overwrite mode.

Chapter 4: Desk Accessories

Overview

Introduces the terminal's five desk accessories accessible via pop-up windows.

Desk Accessory Menu

Details how to display the menu to select desk accessories like Clock or Calculator.

Exit Keystrokes

Explains how to exit a desk accessory window and return to the main screen.

Inhibiting Access

Describes how to disable access to desk accessories via setup.

Calendar

Displays a monthly calendar for years 1900-2099, with navigation controls.

Clock

Allows setting and displaying the terminal's date, time, and alarm functions.

Calculator

Provides a numeric keypad-based calculator with basic arithmetic functions.

ASCII Chart

Displays the ASCII character set, showing characters and their representations.

Diagnostic Menu

Shows terminal configuration information like RAM, keyboard type, and firmware revision.

Appendix A

Local Keys

Lists local keystrokes for various actions, including desk accessories and setup.

Page Configurations—Single and Dual Session

Details page memory configurations for single and dual session modes.

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