User Manual
MultiBoard
G8x-7xxx/-8xxx
PS/2 Models
1 Advantages
• Cherry MX key technology with Gold Crosspoint
contacts (G80)
• Cherry FTSC key technology (G81)
• Robust and reliable
• Programmable keyboard
• Programming can be selected – manually or via
software macros
• Integrated memory
• UnifiedPOS supported (OPOS/JavaPOS)
2 Connecting the keyboard
1 Shut down the system.
2 Insert the PS/2 plug(s) into the corresponding
system ports.
3 Restart the system.
3 Magnetic card reader
The magnetic card reader reads all cards written
with data conforming to DIN ISO 7811/12, Gemini,
AAMVA and JIS. Tracks can be read individually,
in pairs or all together. The data is converted into
corresponding key codes and is transferred to the
system via the PS/2 port.
Using the magnetic card reader
1 Insert magnetic card into the right-hand side of
the magnetic card reader with the magnetic
strips downward and facing toward the
keyboard.
2 Swipe magnetic card through the magnetic card
reader to the left.
An audible tone (beep) confirms a valid reading
for each track.
You can configure the tone using the
Cherry Tools software: Switch the valid reading
signal on/off.
4 Barcode decoder (optional)
Available in two different sizes:
• Standard format: 8xxx series
• Compact format: 7xxx series
Alongside the functions of a standard keyboard,
the MultiBoard keyboards offer the following
additional functions depending on the model:
• Magnetic card reader
• Barcode decoder
• Touchpad
• Additional keys (extended layout)
• Inscribable keys
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Certain keyboard models come with an integrated
barcode decoder. You can connect up to two
reading devices to these keyboards using the
following external ports (barcode scanner not
included in scope of delivery):
Barcode ports on the keyboard:
• 9-pin DE9 D-sub connector (barcode 1) on the
rear
• 6-pin DIN socket (barcode 2) on the right-hand
side
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4.1 Connecting the barcode scanner
6.2 Physical and virtual configuration
1 Shut down the system before plugging in the
barcode scanner.
2 Only connect barcode scanners with a
maximum power requirement of 150 mA. (This
maximum value applies even when connecting
more than one barcode scanner.)
3 Observe the safety regulations specified by the
manufacturer of the barcode scanner. The basic
setting for a connected barcode scanner is
"laser emulation."
The data is converted into corresponding character
strings and is transferred to the system via the
PS/2 port.
An audible tone (beep) confirms a valid reading.
You can configure the tone using the
Cherry Tools software: Switch the valid reading
signal on/off or set to continuous.
5 Touchpad (Model MX 8100 only)
The touchpad replaces the mouse. You can move
the mouse cursor with your finger, and select and
drag objects.
You can configure the keyboard physically or
virtually.
Advantages of physical configuration:
• Once the configuration has been loaded to the
keyboard, it is stored there indefinitely
• The keyboard can be used on other systems
with the appropriate settings
• Functions independently from the operating
system
• No additional software support/drivers required
Advantages of virtual configuration:
• The configuration file is stored on the respective
system
• The configuration is executed in the form of a
software macro
• Additional functionality
6.3 Storage Capacity
All models except MY 8300
Physical
configuration
Virtual
configuration
Move the mouse cursor
¾ Move your finger across the touchpad.
Double-click
¾ Touch the touchpad twice in quick succession.
6 Configuration
6.1 Header and terminator
The header and terminator identify the start and
finish of the transfer of magnetic card or barcode
data. The header/terminator sequence is inserted
before/after the actual data.
Keys Max. 16
characters per
key
Header Max. 16
characters per
track
Terminator Max. 16
characters per
track
MY 8300
Physical
configuration
Programmable
function
keys (PF)
Max. 64
characters per
key per layer.
Max. 10 layers
(240 configuration
spaces)
Approx. 2000
characters per
key
Not possible
Not possible
Virtual
configuration
Approx. 2000
characters per
key at layer 1.
(Only layer 1 can
be configured
virtually.)
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7 Installation of the software
7.1 Cherry Tools
Install the Cherry Tools software.
You can configure all the functions of the keyboard
with the Designer found within the software.
The following functions are supported:
• Configuring the keyboard/keys/barcode
decoder/magnetic card reader
• Updating the country-specific settings (country
table)
• Updating the firmware
• Displaying the key configuration (KeyViewer)
Operation instructions are included in the direct
help for the Cherry Tools software. It offers you
information where you need it and can be called up
with F1.
7.3 Cherry UPOS support
The standards OPOS and JavaPOS are combined
and constantly developed (www.nrf-arts.org) under
the umbrella of the UPOS (Unified Point of Sale)
specification.
If you use applications which access the keyboard
or the magnetic card reader via OPOS or
JavaPOS:
Windows operating system
¾ Install the software Cherry OPOS Support or
Cherry JPOS Support.
Linux operating system
¾ Use the installation scripts for JavaPOS support
on the CD-ROM.
8 Manual configuration
(all models except MY 8300)
Latest software version on the internet
The software is subject to constant development.
The latest version is available on the Internet
under: http://support.cherry.de
1 Insert your CD in the CD-ROM drive.
The CD-ROM starts automatically.
2 If the CD-ROM does not start automatically,
double click on the CD-ROM drive in
Windows-Explorer and then on the file
autostart.exe.
3 Follow the installation instructions on the screen.
7.2 Restoring the basic setting
1 Open the Cherry Tools software.
2 Read out the active configuration of the
keyboard.
3 Select Restore standard values in the menu
bar under Configuration.
4 Save this configuration to the keyboard by
clicking on the Activate button.
The basic keyboard setting is restored.
You can also configure the keyboard manually
without installing any software. Physical
configuration is always used in this case.
8.1 Configuring magnetic card readers,
barcode readers and general
keyboard functions
1 Launch a text editor such as Notepad or Word
so that you can keep track of any input or output
on the monitor.
2 Only use the number keys on the keyboard
block, not those on the numerical keypad.
3 Select configuration mode by pressing the six
modifier keys simultaneously for at least three
seconds: left Shift key, left Ctrl key,
left Alt key, right Shift key, right Ctrl key,
right Alt Gr key.
A double beep is emitted to confirm that you are
now in configuration mode. Provided you have
activated this option, MENU ENTRY is displayed
in the editor.
4 To configure the magnetic card reader, barcode
decoder or general keyboard functions, enter
the corresponding programming code as
necessary (see "Codes for manual
programming" on page 15). Each code consists
of at least three key presses.
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If the entry is correct, a short beep is emitted. If
the entry is incorrect, a long beep is emitted.
5 Enter the header/terminator sequence if
necessary.
After entering the string, press the Enter key on
the numeric keypad.
6 Continue with the configuration or exit
configuration mode by pressing the spacebar.
A double beep is emitted as confirmation.
Provided you have activated this option, MENU
EXIT is displayed in the editor.
Example 1: Magnetic card reader, activating
track 1
1 Start a text editor.
2 Select configuration mode.
3 Press the J, 1, Y keys followed by the
spacebar.
Example 2: Magnetic card reader, track 1,
defining and activating the header
1 Start a text editor.
2 Select configuration mode.
3 Enter the sequence V, 5 followed by the
required string (for example MSRH1), press the
Enter key on the numeric keypad and then
press the spacebar.
8.2 Configuring keys
1 Launch a text editor such as Notepad or Word
so that you can keep track of any input or output
on the monitor.
2 Only use the number keys on the keyboard
block, not those on the numerical keypad.
3 Select configuration mode by pressing the six
modifier keys simultaneously for at least three
seconds: left Shift key, left Ctrl key,
left Alt key, right Shift key, right Ctrl key,
right Alt Gr key.
A double beep is emitted to confirm that you are
now in configuration mode. A menu is displayed
in the editor.
4 Press the key to be configured.
You can configure any key that is not part of the
keyboard block (alpha field).
5 Enter the string/key combination.
6 To complete the configuration, press the
configured key again.
If the entry is correct, a short beep is emitted. If
the entry is incorrect or the maximum storage
capacity has been reached, a long beep is
emitted.
7 Press the next key to be configured or exit
configuration mode by pressing the spacebar.
A double beep is emitted as confirmation.
Example: Assigning a string to the "Pause" key
1 Start a text editor.
2 Select configuration mode.
3 Press the Pause key followed by the required
string (for example 0815), press the Pause key
again and then the spacebar.
8.3 Resetting the configured key to the
basic setting
1 Start a text editor.
2 Select configuration mode.
3 Press the configured key twice.
4 Exit configuration mode by pressing the
spacebar.
9 Manual configuration
(MY 8300 model)
You can assign any key combinations to each of
the 24 programmable function keys (PF) with a
max. of 10 layers (240 configuration spaces).
The active layer (0 to 9) appears on the sevensegment display.
9.1 Permanently switching a layer
1 Press the Layer key.
The display starts to flash.
2 Select the layer using the keys F1 to F10:
Layer 0: F10 key
Layer 1 to 9: F1 to F9 key
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9.2 Temporarily switching a layer
To quickly output a key sequence configured to a
different layer, use the following keys:
Key Function
Alt 1 layer higher
Shift 2 layers higher
Ctrl 4 layers higher
By combining the keys, the values are added up.
Example: You are currently on layer 0 and want to
output a key sequence that is assigned to
programmable function key (PF) 1 on layer 3.
¾ Press the Alt, Shift and PF1 keys
simultaneously.
The key sequence saved to the third layer is
output.
9.3 Configuring keys from PF1 to PF24
1 Launch a text editor such as Notepad or Word
so that you can keep track of any input or output
on the monitor.
2 Select configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
flashes.
3 Press the PF key to be configured.
4 Enter the string/key combination.
5 Press another PF key that you would like to
configure.
6 Exit configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
is no longer illuminated.
Example: Assigning the text "Test" to the PF1
key
¾ Press the following keys in sequence: Prog,
PF1, T, E, S, T, Prog.
9.4 Deleting the memory content of a
PF key
1 Select configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
2 Press the configured key.
3 Exit configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
9.5 Deleting the memory content of a
layer
1 Press the Layer key.
The display starts to flash.
2 Select the layer you wish to delete using the
keys F1 to F10.
3 Select configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
flashes.
4 Simultaneously press the Ctrl, Alt and Del keys.
5 Exit configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
is no longer illuminated.
9.6 Setting the output delay
In order to modify the string output according to
type of computer or program, you can choose
between 12 different delay times.
Key Delay in msec
F1 0
F2 2
F3 4
F4 6
F5 8
F6 10
F7 20
F8 30
F9 50
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Key Delay in msec
F10 70
F11 100
1 Clean the keyboard with a slightly damp cloth
and some mild cleaning agent
(e.g.: dishwashing liquid).
2 Dry off the devices with a soft, lint-free cloth.
F12 200
1 Select configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
flashes.
2 Press the key between F1 and F12 that
corresponds to the delay time.
3 Exit configuration mode by pressing the Prog
key.
The decimal point on the seven-segment display
is no longer illuminated.
Configuration example: Setting a delay time of
30 msec
¾ Press the Prog, F8, and Prog keys in that order.
Changes to the caps lock or number lock status
after pressing a PF key
If number lock or caps lock is activated, this status
may change following the string output. This
occurs if there is insufficient delay time and can be
resolved by setting a longer delay time.
11 RSI syndrome
RSI syndrome
RSI stands for "Repetitive Strain Injury". RSI arises
due to small movements continuously repeated
over a long period of time.
Typical symptoms are discomfort in the fingers or
neck. For further information see: www.cherry.de/
english/service/servicedownload_rsi.htm
1 Set up your workspace ergonomically.
2 Change the angle of the keyboard using the rear
supports.
3 Take several short breaks, with stretching exer-
cises if necessary.
4 Change your posture often.
12 Disposal
Dispose of the old unit via a
collecting point for electronic scrap or
via your dealer.
10 Cleaning of the keyboard
Caution!
Damage may be caused by harsh cleaning agents
or liquids in the keyboard
1 Do not use solutions such as gasoline or alcohol
and scouring agents or scouring sponges for
cleaning.
2 Prevent fluids from entering the devices.
3 Do not remove the keycaps of the keyboard.
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13 Technical data
13.4 Barcode decoder
13.1 Overview
Model
(item no.)
MY 7000
(G81-7000)
MX 8000
(G80-8200)
MY 8000
(G81-8000)
MX 8100
(G80-8113)
MY 8300
(G81-8308)
Magnetic
card
reader
Extended key
layout
X
XX X
X
XXXX
XX
13.2 Keyboard
Designation Value
Touchpad
Blank
keys
which
can be
labeled
Designation Value
Reading speed 3 to 400 ips
The following barcodes are automatically
recognized and decoded:
•EAN code
• UPC code
• Code39
• Code 93
• Code128
• Codabar
• Code 11
• Code 16K
• Interleaved 2/5 code
• Industrial 2/5 code
• Matrix 2/5 code
•Plessey
• MSI (Modified Plessey)
Port PS/2 plug
Power supply +5 V/DC ±5 % SELV
Current consumption
(without barcode
reader)
Storage temperature
range
Operating temperature
range
Max. 100 mA
–20 °C to +60 °C
0 °C to +50 °C
13.3 Magnetic card reader
Designation Value
Tracks Max. 3
Reading speed 3 to 125 ips at 75 bpi
3 to 50 ips at 210 bpi
Standards ISO 7811/-12, JIS 1,
AAMVA, Gemini
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