Rockwell Automation 2705-ND1 User Manual
Allen-Bradley
Bulletin 2705
Keypad
ALLEN-BRADLEY
User
Development
Software
(Cat. No. 2705-ND1)
Manual
Disclaimer
Important User Information
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between solid state equipment and hard–wired electromechanical devices.
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must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is
acceptable.
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indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of
this equipment.
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purposes. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with
any particular installation, the Allen-Bradley Company cannot assume
responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
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written permission of the Allen-Bradley Company is prohibited.
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Table of Contents
Keypad Development Software
User Manual
A–B
Using this Manual
Overview of the Software
Installing the Software
Chapter 1
Chapter Objectives 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What the Package Includes 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Organization of Manual 1–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What You Need to Know 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conventions Used 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Related Publications 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Caution Symbol 1–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2
Chapter Objectives 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Description 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Software Functions 2–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What You Need 2–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3
Chapter Objectives 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What You Need 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Things to Consider 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Software 3–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System with 1 Hard Drive and 1 Floppy or Micro Disk Drive 3–1. . . . .
System with 2 Floppy or Micro Disk Drives 3–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System with 1 Floppy or Micro Disk Drive 3–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation Files 3–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started
Chapter 4
Chapter Objectives 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running the Software 4–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menus and Windows 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Highlight 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Menu Options 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu Control Keys 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Entry Keys 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Help 4–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Program Messages 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audible Beep 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exiting the Software 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu System 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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User Manual
Setup Functions
Creating/Selecting a Message File
Message Operations
Chapter 5
Chapter Objectives 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Menu 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Display Color 5–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting the Computer Clock 5–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Time 5–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Date 5–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6
Chapter Objectives 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Message Files 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing to Another Directory 6–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a New File 6–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a File 6–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 7
Chapter Objectives 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Message Menu 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a New Message 7–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sample Create Messages 7–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing a Message 7–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting Messages 7–12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copying Messages 7–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Start Value 7–18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Increment Value 7–19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start Copying 7–20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Renumbering Messages 7–22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Start Value 7–25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering the Increment Value 7–26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Start Renumbering 7–27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Searching Messages for Text Strings 7–29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving Files 7–32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exit and Save File 7–33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Save File Only 7–35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exit without Saving 7–37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cancel Exit 7–38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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User Manual
Downloading Messages
Printing Messages
Chapter 8
Chapter Objectives 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Cable/Converter 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting Computer to Keypad Module 8–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setting DIP Switch on Keypad Module 8–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Menu 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a Port 8–4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a File 8–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing to Another Directory 8–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a File 8–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Download Operations 8–10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Messages to Download 8–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Download 8–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Terminal Mode 8–16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 9
Chapter Objectives 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to a Printer 9–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reports Menu 9–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing to Another Directory 9–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting a File 9–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Print Operations 9–7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting and Configuring a Port 9–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Messages to Print 9–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Print Operation 9–14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Managing Message Files
Chapter 10
Chapter Objectives 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
File Operations 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Files 10–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing to Another Directory 10–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Keypad Message Files 10–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting All DOS Files 10–8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting Files 10–9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copying Files 10–11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Renaming Files 10–15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Main Menu 4–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Menu System 4–6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup Menu 5–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Develop Menu 6–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Messages Menu 7–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cable/Converter 8–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Menu 8–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reports Menu 9–2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Files Menu 10–1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tables
Menu/Window Control Keys 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Entry Keys 4–3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Help Window Keys 4–5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter
Chapter Objectives
What the Package Includes
A–B
1
Using this Manual
This chapter gives an overview of the manual, including:
• What the software package includes
• Contents of the manual
• What you need to know
• Conventions used
• Warnings and cautions
The Catalog No. 2705-ND1 Keypad Development Software
package includes:
• One 5
1/4”
and one 3
• One cable/converter for downloading messages to the
Bulletin 2705 Keypad Module
• One 25-pin to 9-pin gender adapter
• User’s Manual for the Keypad Development Software
1/2”
installation disk
Organization of Manual
This manual describes how to install and use the Keypad Development
Software (Catalog No. 2705-ND1) to generate and download messages to the
Bulletin 2705 Keypad Module. The contents of each chapter are:
Chapter Title Purpose
1 Using this Manual Provides an overview of the manual.
2 Overview of Software
3 Installing the Software
4 Getting Started
5 Setup Functions
6
7 Message Operations
8 Downloading Messages
9 Printing Messages
10 Managing Message Files
Creating/Selecting
a Message File
Describes the main features and operating
capabilities of the software.
Shows how to install the software on your
computer.
Provides general information on how to use
the software.
Shows how to set the color your computer
monitor displays and the computer clock.
Shows how to create and select a message
file for message operations.
Shows how to create and edit messages in
a message file. Also shows how to copy,
delete, or renumber messages and search
for text strings.
Describes how to download all or specific
messages in a file to the Keypad Module.
Provides details on how to print all or
specific messages in a file.
Shows how to copy, rename, or delete
message files.
1–1
Chapter 1
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Relate
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Using this Manual
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No special knowledge is required to use the Keypad Development Software.
However, since the software is used to create messages for the Bulletin 2705
Keypad Module, you should be familiar with the operation of the
Keypad Module.
You should also be familiar with basic DOS commands, but do not have to
be an experienced PC user.
The following conventions are used in this manual:
• A symbol or word in brackets represents a single key you press on the
computer keyboard. For example: [F10], [Esc], [Enter], [Backspace].
• The installation procedure contains examples of characters you enter at
the keyboard and characters the computer monitor displays.
Characters you enter at the keyboard appear bold. Characters the
computer outputs on the monitor appear lighter. For example:
C:> copy a:*:*
is what the computer displays and copy a:*.* is what you enter.
C:>
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• In the following chapters, we refer to the Keypad Development Software
as the software.
Other publications you may want to refer to include:
• User’s Manual for the Bulletin 2705
RediPANEL
• DOS Manual for your computer
The following caution symbol is used:
!
Keypad Modules
CAUTION:
A caution symbol means data may be lost or corrupted if
procedures are not followed.
1–2
Chapter
Chapter Objectives
General Description
A–B
2
Overview of the Software
This chapter gives a general overview of the features and capabilities
of the Keypad Development Software and defines what you need to use
the software.
The Keypad Development Software is an offline programming package that
allows you to generate messages for the Bulletin 2705 Keypad Module. The
messages are generated on a personal computer and then downloaded to a
Keypad Module immediately or at a later time.
All messages are stored in a file, which can hold up to 120 messages. This is
the maximum number of messages that the Keypad Module can store. When
downloading, you can download an entire message file or specific messages
in a file.
Software Functions
The software also simplifies the programming of multiple modules. You can
create messages on a computer and then download them to one or more
modules when necessary. This eliminates the need to manually enter
messages into each Keypad Module.
Storing messages on a computer also provides a backup facility in the event
that messages are erased from memory in the Keypad Module.
The Keypad Development Software is an easy-to-use menu driven package
which allows you to perform the following functions:
Develop Message Files
The Develop function allows you to:
• create a new file for storing messages
• select an existing file to perform message operations
After creating or selecting a file, you can:
• create new messages
• edit existing messages
• copy, delete, or renumber messages
• search messages for a text string
2–1
Chapter 2
Overview of the Software
Transfer Operations
The Transfer function allows you to:
• select a port for downloading
• download all or specific messages in a file
• enter terminal/keyboard mode to verify messages after they are
downloaded to the Keypad Module.
Report Operations
The Report function allows you to:
• select and configure a port for printing
• print all or specific messages in a file
File Operations
The File function allows you to perform the following
housekeeping operations:
What You Need
• delete message files
• copy message files
• rename message files or move files into another directory
Setup Operations
The Setup function allows you to:
• set your computer monitor to use color or monochrome (black/white)
• set the computer clock (time/date)
To use the Keypad Development Software, you need
• Personal Computer (one of the following)
- IBM PC or PC compatible
- Allen-Bradley Industrial Support Terminal
- Allen-Bradley Industrial Terminal System
• At least 640K of memory with 400K free
• DOS 3.0 or later version
• One 5
1/4”
disk drive or one 3
1/2”
micro disk drive
• One serial port (COM1/COM2) for downloading to Keypad Module
• One printer port to print messages
• Standard ASCII serial or parallel printer
2–2
Chapter
Chapter Objectives
What You Need
A–B
3
Installing the Software
This chapter shows how to install the Keypad Development Software on
your computer.
To install the Keypad Development Software, you need:
• Personal Computer (one of the following)
- IBM PC or PC compatible
- Allen-Bradley Industrial Support Terminal
- Allen-Bradley Industrial Terminal System
• At least 640K of memory with at least 400K free
• DOS 3.0 or later version
• One 5
1/4”
disk drive or one 3
1/2”
micro disk drive
Things to consider
Installing the Software
Here are a few things to consider before installing the software:
• Check the amount of available RAM on your computer using the
CHKDSK command.
• Check the amount of free space available on your computer’s hard disk.
• The installation procedure creates the program directory \KEYPAD into
which all program files are installed. The procedure allows you to specify
a different directory path. If you do decide to specify a different
directory, make sure the path leading to the directory is defined.
This section shows how to install the Keypad Development Software on a
computer system with:
• 1 hard drive and 1 floppy or micro drive
• 2 floppy or micro drives
• 1 single floppy or micro drive
System with 1 Hard Drive and 1 Floppy or Micro Disk Drive
To install the software on a computer with 1 hard drive and 1 floppy or micro
disk drive, follow the instructions below. Prompts and responses for your
computer will be similar, if not the same.
1. Make sure DOS is ready and C:> is displayed.
Note: Your DOS prompt could be different.
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Chapter 3
Installing the Software
2. Insert the 5
1/4”
or 3
1/2”
installation disk into the floppy drive. Normally,
this is the A drive.
3. Change to the A drive. Type
C:> a: [Enter]
A:>
a: and press [Enter].
The A> prompt indicates that you have switched to the A drive.
4. Start the installation procedure by typing
A:> install [Enter]
install and pressing [Enter].
The installation procedure displays on your screen as it executes. Follow
the instructions until the installation is complete.
The procedure creates a subdirectory into which all of the program files
are installed. This is the directory from which you will execute and run
the software.
5. When the installation is complete, you return to the A:> prompt.
6. Change back to the C drive. Type
A:> c: [Enter]
C:>
c: and press [Enter].
7. Use the CD command to move to the \KEYPAD subdirectory (or the
alternate directory specified during installation).
C:> cd \keypad [Enter]
C:\KEYPAD>
8. To run the software, type keypad and press [Enter].
C:\KEYPAD>
keypad [Enter]
The copyright screen displays. Press any key to access the main menu.
3–2
Chapter 3
Installing the Software
System with 2 Floppy or Micro Disk Drives
To install the software on a computer system with 2 floppy or micro disk
drives, follow the instructions below. Prompts and responses for your
computer will be similar, if not the same.
Create a separate disk for storing Keypad message files. Storing files on the
Keypad Development Software program disk restricts the number of files
you can create.
CAUTION:
!
1. Insert your computer’s write protected DOS disk into drive A and turn
on the computer. Complete your computer’s bootup drive process,
entering the date and time.
Before you begin this procedure, write protect your DOS disk
by using a write protect tab. See your computer’s user manual.
2. Transfer the DOS disk to drive B and insert a blank disk into drive A.
3. Create a system disk (which will boot your computer and store your
messages) in drive A by using the FORMAT/S command. Type:
A:> b: [Enter]
B:> format a:/s [Enter]
4. When returning to the B:> prompt, create an AUTOEXEC.BAT file
on the system disk in drive A using the CON (CONSOLE command) and
the path instruction B:\. Type:
B:> copy con a:autoexec.bat [Enter]
path b:\ [Enter]
prompt $p$g [Enter]
^z ([CTRL] [Z] or [F6]) [Enter]
5. When returning to the B:> prompt, remove your DOS disk from drive
B and insert the 5
1/4”
6. Start the installation procedure by typing
B:> install [Enter]
or 3
1/2”
Keypad Software installation disk.
install and pressing [Enter].
The installation procedure displays on your screen as it executes. Follow
the instructions until the installation is complete.
Important: The installation procedure prompts you to Press the letter of
the disk drive you want the software installed on. You must enter A.
The procedure creates the subdirectory A:\KEYPAD into which all of the
program files are installed. This is the directory from which you will
execute and run the software.
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7. Remove the installation disk and insert a formatted disk into drive B.
This disk will hold your Keypad message files.
Note: You must insert the disks into the drives as follows to run the
Keypad Development Software:
Drive A: Keypad Development Software disk
Drive B: Keypad Message Files disk
8. The installation is now complete. Type a: and press [Enter] to change
back to the A drive.
B:> a: [Enter]
A:>
9. Use the CD command to move to the \KEYPAD subdirectory (or the
alternate directory specified during installation).
A:> cd \keypad [Enter]
A:\KEYPAD>
10. To run the software, type:
A:\KEYPAD> keypad [Enter]
The copyright screen displays. Press any key to access the main menu.
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Important: The first time you actually use the software you must change
the drive letter of the default directory path from A:\KEYPAD to B:\. See
page 6-2 in Chapter 6, Creating/Selecting a Message File for details on how
to change the directory path.
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System with 1 Floppy or Micro Disk Drive
To install the software on a computer system with 1 floppy or micro disk
drive, follow the instructions below. Prompts and responses for your
computer will be similar, if not the same.
Create a separate disk for storing Keypad message files. Storing files on
the Keypad program disk restricts the number of files you can create.
CAUTION:
!
1. Insert your computer’s write protected DOS disk into drive A and turn
on the computer . Complete your computer’s bootup drive process,
entering the date and time.
Before you begin this procedure, write protect your DOS disk
by using a write protect tab. See your computer’s user manual.
2. Make a copy of the Keypad Development Software installation disk
using the DISKCOPY command.
A:> diskcopy a: b: [Enter]
A:> format a:/s [Enter]
A:>
Use the Keypad Development Software installation disk as the source
disk and a formatted disk as the destination disk. Label the destination
disk A.
3. At the A:> prompt, reinsert your DOS disk and copy COMMAND.COM
onto disk A.
A:> copy command.com b:
4. Reinsert your DOS disk. Create a system disk using the FORMAT/S
command. Label this disk temporarily as disk B. This disk will both
boot your computer and run the Keypad Development Software.
A:> format/s [Enter]
Answer any required confirmation prompts.
5. When you return to the A:> prompt, insert disk A.
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6. Start the installation procedure by typing install and pressing [Enter].
A:> install [Enter]
The installation procedure displays on your screen as it executes. Follow
the instructions until the installation is complete.
Important: The installation procedure prompts you to Press the letter of
the disk drive you want the software installed on. You must enter B.
When the installation procedure displays:
Insert diskette for drive B: and strike any key
remove the installation disk from the drive and replace it with the system
disk. Strike any key.
Continue inserting the installation disk when the procedure prompts you
to Insert diskette for drive A and inserting the system disk when the
procedure prompts you to Insert diskette for drive B.
The procedure creates the subdirectory A:\KEYPAD into which all of the
program files are installed. This is the directory from which you will
execute and run the software.
7. The installation is complete when you return to the A> prompt.
8. Verify that the Keypad Development Software disk is drive A:, then use
the CD command to move to the \KEYPAD subdirectory (or the
alternate directory specified during installation).
A:> cd \keypad [Enter]
A:\KEYPAD>
9. To run the software, type:
A:\KEYPAD> keypad [Enter]
The copyright screen displays. Press any key to access the main menu.
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Installation Files
Important: The first time you actually use the software you must change
the drive letter of the default directory path from A:\KEYPAD to B:\. See
page 6-2 in Chapter 6, Creating/Selecting a Message File for details on how
to change the directory path.
The files are copied into the program directory (\KEYPAD) during
installation. Do not access or modify these files. They must remain in the
program directory as installed.
File Name Description
KEYPAD.EXE Executable file which actually runs the Keypad Development Software.
KPD.STP Setup file that is created when you run the software. This file stores the
name of the default program directory and other setup parameters.
KPD.HLP Help file for the Keypad Development Software. This file contains help
information that displays when you press [F1] to display help.
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4
Getting Started
This chapter provides some helpful hints on how to use the software,
including:
• Running the software
• Pop-up menus, windows, and highlight
• Selecting menu options
• Getting help
• Warning, error and program status messages
• Exiting the software
• Menu tree structure
Running the Software
To access the software, make sure that you are located in the default program
directory (created during installation). All examples in this manual assume
that you installed the software on a hard disk and show C:\KEYPAD> as the
program directory. Your DOS prompt may be different.
Run the software by typing KEYPAD and pressing [Enter]. The copyright
screen then displays.
C:\KEYPAD> keypad [Enter]
Press any key to access the main menu.
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Figure 4.1
Main Menu
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Menus and Windows
The top of the screen displays the main menu options with Develop
highlighted. The bottom of the screen displays the program name, the key
you press for help [F1], and the current date/time.
The software uses pop-up menus and windows to create and download
messages and perform other message operations. When you select an option
from the main menu, another menu of available options displays. For
example, selecting Develop from the main menu opens this menu.
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Some menu functions require you to enter data into fields or select items
from a window.
Highlight
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The software uses a highlight to show the current field or menu selection.
The screens above show Develop and Select File as the current selection.
If your monitor is set to monochrome, the highlight displays as a white box
with black text. If your monitor is set to use color, the highlight displays as a
cyan blue box with blue text.
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Selecting Menu Options
Menu Control Keys
You can select a menu option in one of two ways:
1. Highlight an option using the arrow keys and press [Enter].
2. Type the first letter of a menu option.
For example, to select Develop press the [D] key. The menu opens
immediately (without pressing [Enter]).
Note: If a menu lists several options starting with the same letter, typing
the first letter always selects the first menu option (not the second).
Table 4.A lists keys that are used to select menu options and window items.
Table 4.A
Menu / Window Control Keys
Key Function
[↑] [↓] [→] [← ]
[SpaceBar] Moves through menu options and window items.
[Enter] or [↵]
[Esc] Exits menu or window and returns to previous menu.
[Home] Moves highlight to first menu or window item.
[End] Moves highlight to last menu or window item.
[PgUp] [PgDn] Moves one page up or down in window displays.
Use arrow keys to move through menu options and window items.
Selects highlighted menu option or window item.
Data Entry Keys
Table 4.B lists keys that are used for data entry functions.
Table 4.B
Data Entry Keys
Key Function
[→] [← ]
[Enter] or [↵]
[BackSpace] Deletes character to left of cursor.
[Del] Deletes character at cursor.
[Ins] Toggles editing between insert and overstrike mode.
[Esc] Aborts data entry window or field without saving changes.
[F3] Cancels any changes and resets field or window to previous state.
[F5] Clears data field.
[F6] Clears to end of data field.
[F7] Moves cursor to beginning of field.
[F8] Moves cursor to end of field.
[F10] Saves data and returns to previous menu.
Moves cursor to right or left.
Accepts entry.
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Getting Help
Online help is available to assist you with using the software. You can get
help while any option or function is highlighted by pressing [F1]. The help
window opens at the bottom of the screen.
The following screen shows help that displays for the Develop option.
You can scroll through the help at the bottom of the screen or you can expand
the help window to fill the screen. To expand the help window, press the
[Alt] [F1] keys simultaneously. Pressing these two keys again returns the
help window to its contracted state.
The expanded help window looks like this:
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Table 4.C lists keys for scrolling through help text. To exit help, press
[Enter] or [Esc].
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Table 4.C
Help Window Keys
Key Function
[↑] [↓] [→] [← ]
[Home] Moves to beginning of help window.
[End] Moves to end of help window.
[PgUp] [PgDn] Moves one page up or down in help window.
[Enter] or [Esc] Exits help utility.
[Alt] & [F1] Toggles between contracted and expanded help window.
Use arrow keys to move through help text.
Program Messages
Audible Beep
Exiting the Software
The software displays messages to inform you of particular situations during
program operations. Some messages display the status of an operation;
others indicate an error; and some warn you of the potential loss of data.
The software generates a beep when:
• you press [F1] and help is not available
• you enter an invalid character
• a program error or warning message displays
To exit the software and return to DOS, select Exit from the main menu.
Highlight Exit and press [Enter] or just press [E].
A window opens and prompts you to confirm the exit. Select Yes, exit to
return to DOS. Select Cancel Exit to remain in the main menu.
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Menu System
Develop
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Select File
Create File
Directory
Download
T erminal/
Keypad Mode
Configure
Port
Select File
Directory
Figure 4.2 provides a layout of the menu system.
Figure 4.2
Menu System
Edit
Message
Select File Directory
Print File
Create
Message
Download
All Msgs
Printed
Copy
Message
All Msgs
Download
Configure
Port
Delete
Message
Renumber
Message
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Files
Setup
Exit
Select
File(s)
Copy
File(s)
Delete
File(s)
Rename
File(s)
Colors
Time & Date
Keypad
Msg Files
Color
All Dos
Files
Monochrome
Directory
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5
Setup Functions
This chapter shows how to use the Setup functions to:
• Set the display color
• Set the clock of your computer
Before using the software to create and download messages, you should set
the display color for the software to monochrome or color.
Monochrome color is best for monochrome displays, while color displays
may use monochrome or color.
If you know the color is set appropriately and don’t want to set the computer
clock, you can skip this chapter.
Setup Menu
To access the setup functions, select Setup from the main menu. Highlight
Setup and press [Enter] or just press [S]. The Setup menu then displays with
Colors highlighted.
Figure 5.1
Setup Menu
The Setup functions are:
Colors Accesses a menu of display color settings.
Time & Date Accesses a window to set the computer clock.
Quit Returns to the main menu.
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Setting the Display Color
To set the color for your display, select Colors from the Setup menu.
Highlight Colors and press [Enter] or press [C]. The Colors menu then
displays with Color highlighted.
The Colors functions include:
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Color Opens a window which allows you to set your display
to use color.
Monochrome Opens a window which allows you to set your display to
use monochrome (black/white).
Quit Returns to the Setup menu.
Select the option appropriate to the color of your monitor display. One of the
following windows will display with Yes highlighted.
The monochrome and color windows display the same options. Select Yes
to change to the displayed color selection. Select N or Quit to return to the
Colors menu.
Note: You cannot select the color option if you have a monochrome display
adapter. Laptops are an exception in that they emulate VGA monitors with
gray scale.
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If you select Yes, the following messages display indicating that the color
setting is saved to the setup file KPD.STP in the program directory.
The software checks the setup file when you enter the program to verify that
the display is set to the appropriate color.
Setting the Computer Clock
To set the clock (time/date) of your computer, select Time & Date from the
Setup menu. Highlight Time & Date and press [Enter] or press [T]. The
Time & Date window then opens with Time highlighted.
The Time & Date functions are:
Time Allows you to enter a new clock time.
Date Allows you to enter a new clock date.
Quit Returns to the Setup menu.
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Entering the Time
The time is displayed and entered in 24 hour format (hh:mm:ss). To enter a
new time, select Time and press [Enter] or press [T].
When you select Time, the field to the right opens allowing you to enter a
new time. The cursor is positioned at the beginning of the field.
Valid entries for the time field are
hh Enter an hour value from 0–24
mm Enter a minute value from 0–59
ss Enter a second value from 0–59
Enter a new time and press [Enter]. The highlight then moves to Date.
If you enter an invalid time, the following message displays:
Use any of the keys below while entering data in the Time or Date field.
Data Entry Keys Function
[0] – [9]
[→] [← ]
[Enter] or [↵]
[BackSpace] Deletes character to left of cursor.
[Del] Deletes character at cursor.
[Ins] Toggles editing between insert and overstrike mode.
[Esc] Aborts data entry window or field without saving changes.
[F3] Cancels any changes and resets field or window to previous state.
[F5] Clears data field.
[F6] Clears to end of data field.
[F7] Moves cursor to beginning of field.
[F8] Moves cursor to end of field.
Enters digit into date or time field.
Moves cursor to right or left.
Accepts entry and moves to next menu option.
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Entering the Date
The date is displayed and entered in the format dd/mm/yyyy. To enter a new
date, select Date and press [Enter] or press [D].
When you select Date, the field to the right opens allowing you to enter a
new date. The cursor is positioned at the beginning of the field.
Valid entries for the date field are
dd Enter a day value from 1–31
mm Enter a month value from 1–12
yyyy Enter the current year in the
form 1991
Enter a new date and press [Enter]. The highlight then moves to Quit.
If you enter an invalid date, the following message displays:
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A–B
6
Creating/Selecting a Message File
This chapter shows how to use the Develop function to:
• Create a new message file
• Select an existing message file
• Change the default program directory
All messages are stored in a file, which can hold up to 120 messages. You
must first create a file before you can begin to create and store messages in
the file. Likewise, you must first select a file before you can access
messages in the file.
You can create as many message files as you want. The only limitation is the
amount of space on the disk where the files are stored.
Message files are initially created and stored in the program directory
C:/KEYPAD> (that is created during installation). The software also
searches this directory to locate files you select. You can store and access
files in other directories as well.
The functions that allow you to create or select a file and change the program
directory path are located in the Develop menu. Select Develop from the
main menu. The following menu displays.
Figure 6.1
Develop Menu
The Develop functions are:
Select File Selects an existing message file for message operations.
Create New File Allows you to create a new message file.
Directory Allows you to display/ change the default directory.
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Changing to Another Directory
The Directory function allows you to specify the default directory for
accessing and storing message files you create. The software uses the
program directory created during installation as the default. You can change
the default directory at any time.
Note: Any change remains in effect until the next time you change the
directory path.
To select this function, highlight Directory and press [Enter] or just press
[D]. A window opens and displays the current directory path.
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To change the directory path, enter a new path name using the following
format, then press [Enter]. You must enter the name of an existing directory.
drive:\directory\subdirectory
The software defaults to the current drive if you omit the drive letter.
Use any of the keys below while entering the data path name.
Data Entry Keys Function
[Enter] or [↵]
[Esc] Exits the window and returns to the menu.
[→] [← ]
[BackSpace] Deletes character to left of cursor.
[Del] Deletes character at cursor.
[F1] Displays help information.
[F3] Cancels any changes and resets field or window to previous state.
[F5] Clears data field.
[F6] Clears to end of data field.
[F7] Moves cursor to beginning of field.
[F8] Moves cursor to end of field.
[Ins] Toggles editing between insert and overstrike mode.
Accepts directory path name and returns to menu.
Moves cursor to right or left.
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