Operating Instructions · 07/2007
SIMATIC RF310M
Mobile Reader
simatic sensors
DOCUMENTATION
SIMATIC Sensors
RFID Systems
SIMATIC RF310M
Mobile Reader
Operating Instructions
07/2007
J31069-D0191-U001-A1-7618
Introduction |
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Description |
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Power supply |
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Commissioning |
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Operation |
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SIMATIC RF310M software |
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Advanced functions |
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Troubleshooting |
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Technical Specifications |
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Appendix |
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Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices you have to observe in order to ensure your personal safety, as well as to prevent damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
with a safety alert symbol, indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
without a safety alert symbol, indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that an unintended result or situation can occur if the corresponding information is not taken into account.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property damage.
Qualified Personnel
The device/system may only be set up and used in conjunction with this documentation. Commissioning and operation of a device/system may only be performed by qualified personnel. Within the context of the safety notes in this documentation qualified persons are defined as persons who are authorized to commission, ground and label devices, systems and circuits in accordance with established safety practices and standards.
Prescribed Usage
Note the following:
WARNING
This device may only be used for the applications described in the catalog or the technical description and only in connection with devices or components from other manufacturers which have been approved or recommended by Siemens. Correct, reliable operation of the product requires proper transport, storage, positioning and assembly as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
All names identified by ® are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG. The remaining trademarks in this publication may be trademarks whose use by third parties for their own purposes could violate the rights of the owner.
Disclaimer of Liability
We have reviewed the contents of this publication to ensure consistency with the hardware and software described. Since variance cannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee full consistency. However, the information in this publication is reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections are included in subsequent editions.
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Ordernumber: J31069-D0191-U001-A1-7618 |
Copyright © Siemens AG 2007. |
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Introduction................................................................................................................................................ |
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Description................................................................................................................................................. |
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Application area............................................................................................................................. |
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Features....................................................................................................................................... |
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Design.......................................................................................................................................... |
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Antenna and antenna field........................................................................................................... |
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Power supply........................................................................................................................................... |
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Inserting the battery..................................................................................................................... |
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Charging function......................................................................................................................... |
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Using other batteries.................................................................................................................... |
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The backup battery...................................................................................................................... |
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Commissioning........................................................................................................................................ |
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Scope of supply ........................................................................................................................... |
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Switching on the device............................................................................................................... |
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Basic settings............................................................................................................................... |
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Setting the language.................................................................................................................... |
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Adjusting the acoustic signal volume........................................................................................... |
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Adjusting the screen backlighting and contrast........................................................................... |
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Operation................................................................................................................................................. |
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The keypad .................................................................................................................................. |
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The shift keys............................................................................................................................... |
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Key functions................................................................................................................................ |
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The SIMATIC RF310M menu ...................................................................................................... |
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SIMATIC RF310M software..................................................................................................................... |
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Overview of functions................................................................................................................... |
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Starting the SIMATIC RF310M software ..................................................................................... |
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The data editor............................................................................................................................. |
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The functions in the "File" menu.................................................................................................. |
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6.4.1 |
Loading a file................................................................................................................................ |
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Save............................................................................................................................................. |
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Exit............................................................................................................................................... |
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The functions in the "Tag" menu.................................................................................................. |
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Progress and timeout display....................................................................................................... |
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Requirements for operating the tag functions.............................................................................. |
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Read tag (MDS)........................................................................................................................... |
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Read OTP ................................................................................................................................... |
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Reading the tag configuration data ............................................................................................. |
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Writing to the tag ......................................................................................................................... |
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Write OTP .................................................................................................................................... |
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Read tag status ........................................................................................................................... |
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Reading the tag ID ...................................................................................................................... |
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Initialize the tag ........................................................................................................................... |
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The functions in the "Editor" menu .............................................................................................. |
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Jump to Address ......................................................................................................................... |
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Display ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Clear ............................................................................................................................................ |
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Data Edit ...................................................................................................................................... |
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The functions in the "Extras" menu ............................................................................................. |
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Password ..................................................................................................................................... |
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Language .................................................................................................................................... |
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Address Setup ............................................................................................................................. |
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Tag Type Selection ..................................................................................................................... |
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SLG Status .................................................................................................................................. |
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The functions in the "?" menu ..................................................................................................... |
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Advanced functions ................................................................................................................................. |
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File storage on the RF310M ........................................................................................................ |
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Copying data from and to the Mobile Reader ............................................................................. |
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Prerequisites ............................................................................................................................... |
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Working with the Active Sync program ....................................................................................... |
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Organization of the file READ.HEX ............................................................................................. |
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The automatic power - saving function ......................................................................................... |
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System reset ............................................................................................................................... |
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Error messages of the SIMATIC RF310M application.............................................................................. |
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Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................... |
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Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... |
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Appendix |
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FCC information .......................................................................................................................... |
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Accessories |
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Ordering components for advanced functions |
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Developing user applications |
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ASCII table |
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Service and support |
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A.7 ...................................................................................................................................... |
Contacts |
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A.8 ....................................................................................................................................... |
Training |
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Glossary .................................................................................................................................................. |
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Index........................................................................................................................................................ |
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Introduction |
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Purpose of this document
These operating instructions contain information required for starting up and using the RF310M device.
The documentation is aimed at commissioning engineers and machine operators who start up the application themselves, and it describes the functions of the "SIMATIC RF310M" software.
Scope of validity of this document
This documentation is valid for the SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader and describes the delivery status from July 2007.
Further information
The present instructions are a supplement to the operating instructions of the basic device PSION WORKABOUT PRO.
The documents "Quick Reference Guide" and "Regulatory & Warranty Guide" for "WORKABOUT PRO C/M-E Hand-Held Computer" are included with the device. Please note the information they contain.
You can find further information in the PSION User Manual and in the documentation for the docking station.
Conventions
The following terms/abbreviations are used synonymously in this document:
●tag, transponder, mobile data memory (MDS), data carrier
●Reader, read/write device (SLG)
History
Previous editions of these operating instructions:
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Description |
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SIMATIC RF310M expands the RF300 RF identification system with a powerful mobile handheld reader for applications in the areas of production and service. In addition, it is an indispensable aid for startup and testing.
The RF300 Mobile Reader is intended especially for the SIMATIC RF300 RFID system. The enclosed SIMATIC RF310M software allows user-friendly, distributed reading and writing of all RF300 tags.
The Mobile Reader can also be used in harsh environments. The Mobile Reader is extremely rugged and protected against spray water. The backlit display is easy to read even under unfavorable lighting conditions.
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Description
2.2Features
The SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader consists of a powerful, rugged and flexible handheld computer (PSION WORKABOUT PRO) and an integral read/write unit for the SIMATIC RF300 RFID system. It meets the requirements of mobile RFID data acquisition in harsh environments in an extremely user-friendly and ergonomic design. Based on communications standards, the device guarantees simple integration into existing or planned infrastructure.
The following functions can be executed:
Functions
●Reading the data from the tag (data memory)
●Writing the data to the tag
●Deleting the entire data memory (overwriting it with a filler)
●Reading and displaying the ID number of the tag
●Reading the data carrier status (MDS status)
●Reading the status of the read/write unit (SLG)
●Representing and editing the data in hexadecimal and ASCII format
●Activatable/deactivatable password protection for all write functions and for terminating the program
●Menu prompting in English and German (switchable)
●Saving of the read-in RF300 data to files. The Mobile Reader has approximately 1.8 MB available for this purpose.
The RFID read/write unit of RF300 is integrated into the PSION basic unit. Communication with the basic unit is handled via the internal serial scanner port that also supplies the power for the RFID unit.
Accessories
The charging and docking station (including wide-range power supply unit, 100 to 240 V AC, 50 to 60 Hz) for recharging the battery and connecting to PCs via USB port must be ordered separately. This station has a charging bay for an additional replacement battery. See Accessories (Page 65).
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Description
2.3Design
The RF300 Mobile Reader consists of a basic unit and an integral read/write head ( ) of the SIMATIC RF300.
The basic unit is a PSION Workabout PRO and represents a global standard among mobile readers.
The SIMATIC RF310M software is stored in an integral flash disk secure against power failure. The program launches automatically when the Mobile Reader is switched on.
The separately available accessories include a charging and docking station ( ) with USB port for data exchange with the PC.
All RF300 data memories can be edited with the Mobile Reader. It is not possible to edit data memories of other RFID systems.
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Read/write head |
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Holder for input pen |
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On/off button |
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Charging cradle |
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Display |
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read/write operations |
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LED lights up: |
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This increases the power |
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consumption of the |
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RF310M via the |
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processing of the |
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Description
2.4Antenna and antenna field
Read head with integral antenna
The antenna is housed in the read head under a cover.
Figure 2-1 Read head with antenna
Direction of propagation of the high-frequency field
The read/write area for transponders is above and below the front part of the housing. Transponders cannot be read or written to from the end.
The figure below shows the direction of propagation of the HF field of the antenna.
Figure 2-2 Propagation of the HF field
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The Mobile Reader's battery is located on the rear of the unit.
Steps for inserting the battery
1.Use the other end of the input pen as a screwdriver:
2.Turn the screws counter-clockwise.
3.To remove the cover, lift the screw side first.
4.Hold the battery at an angle when inserting so that the side of the battery with the direction arrow is inserted into the battery compartment first.
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3.2Charging function
Complete charging of an empty battery takes approximately 5 hours.
Starting the charging operation
The charging operation is started as soon as you insert the PSION Workabout Pro into the charging cradle.
WARNING
Explosion hazard when using a different charging cradle.
Use only the original charging cradle from PSION. Use of another charging station can result in explosions and serious personal injury.
Detecting the level of charge
You can check the level of charge via the charge indicator (LED) on the Mobile Reader:
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Charging in progress. |
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Permanently lit |
Battery is fully charged. |
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Charging not in progress. Battery fault! |
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External temperature too high. |
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Power supply 3.3 Using other batteries
Other AA batteries can be used in the PSION Workabout Pro . These can be rechargeable lithium ion batteries or non-rechargeable alkaline batteries.
CAUTION
Information in the PSION manual concerning the use of other batteries
When using other batteries, please note the information in the PSION User Manual!
Unsuitable batteries can result in damage.
The backup battery in the unit PSION Workabout Pro is used for retaining the application data when the main batteries are uncharged. The backup battery is a lithium cell that cannot be charged. Please note that a new backup battery (in the case of an empty or removed main battery) can only retain the data in the RAM for a few minutes.
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3.4 The backup battery
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Commissioning |
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The scope of supply of the RF310M comprises several components.
Ordered components |
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Mobile Reader SIMATIC RF310M |
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Commissioning
4.2Switching on the device
Requirements for startup
●The Mobile Reader SIMATIC RF310M is ready-mounted
●The unit's battery is charged (see Charging function (Page 14)).
Note
Before switching the device on for the first time, you must insert the Mobile Reader into the charging cradle and charge it for approximately 5 hours.
Switching on the device
To switch the Mobile Reader on, press and hold the red "ENTER ON" button for at least one second.
Figure 4-1 <ENTER ON>/<OFF> key
After switching on, the first power-up lasts a few seconds. The RF310M application launches automatically.
Switching the device off
To switch the SIMATIC RF310M Mobile Reader off, press the blue key and then the <ENTER ON> key.
Automatic shutdown of the device
The device shuts down automatically if no key is pressed for 5 minutes. After switching on again, the Mobile Reader continues to operate with the same interface it was using before it was manually or automatically switched off.
See also
The automatic power-saving function (Page 54)
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Commissioning 4.3 Basic settings
You can set the following menu languages for operating the Mobile Reader SIMATIC RF310M:
●English
●German
Procedure for selecting the language
Select the desired language in the "Language selection" window of the "Extras > Language" menu and confirm with "OK".
Figure 4-2 Language selection window
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Commissioning 4.3 Basic settings
The tag functions trigger an acoustic signal indicating whether the operations were successful or were terminated with an error. You can switch these acoustic acknowledgements/signals on and off and you can regulate their volume.
Adjusting the volume of the acoustic signals
1.Press the blue key twice in succession so that "BLUE KEY" appears on the right of the display.
2.Regulate the volume of the acoustic signals using the keys "A" (quieter) and "B" (louder).
Figure 4-3 Keys for regulating the volume
Specific setting of the acoustic signals
Select "My Computer > Control Panel > Volume & Sounds" on the desktop.
On the "Volume" tab, you can regulate the volume between "Soft" and "Loud" using the bar.
You can also permit or deactivate acoustic signals for different messages by activating the relevant checkboxes.
You can adjust the brightness of the screen by pressing the following key:
Key Function
Changing the backlighting
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Pressing a shift key causes a change in the function of the subsequently pressed keys. The following keys of the SIMATIC RF310M are shift keys:
●<SHIFT>
●<CTRL>
●<ALT>
●<ORANGE>
(changes the key assignment in accordance with the orange-colored labeling on the keypad)
●<BLUE>
(changes the key assignment in accordance with the blue-colored labeling on the keypad)
Activating the shift keys:
When you press a shift key, the name of the selected switch key appears in lowercase in the task bar, e.g. "org key", "blue key". Any subsequently pressed key then changes its function, the display in the task bar disappears and the shift key is deactivated again.
Defining shift keys
If the shift key is to remain set, it must be pressed twice in succession. The display in the task bar then appears in uppercase, e.g. "ORG KEY, "BLUE KEY".
If the shift key is pressed a third time, it is deactivated again and the display in the task bar disappears.
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Operation
5.1 The keypad
Overview of the keypad
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Figure 5-1 Overview of the keypad
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Operation 5.1 The keypad
Key functions
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Enable navigation to the left, right, up and down in the |
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Arrow keys |
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Closes the currently open menu, dialog window or started |
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<ESC> |
application and leads back to the previous interface. |
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<CTRL> |
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Shift key: |
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Changes the function of other keys |
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<BLUE> |
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<SPACE> |
Inserting spaces. |
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Display of uppercase letters (A-Z) and symbols also |
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<BKSP> |
Moves the cursor to the left to delete the last entered |
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<DEL> |
Removes the character following the cursor. |
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(blue key and |
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<BKSP>) |
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<ORANGE> |
Shift key: |
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Changes the function of other keys |
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<ALT> |
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Moves the cursor to the right or down at specific intervals. |
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