Videotec DCZ User Manual [en, de, fr, it]
DCZ
Universal keyboard for PC software applications
EN
English - Instructions manual
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DCZ
Universal keyboard for PC software applications
EN
English - Instructions manual
Contents
ENGLISH
1 About this manual ........................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Typographical conventions ................................................................................................................................ 5
2 Notes on copyright and information on trademarks ................................................5
3 Safety rules ................................................................................................................... 5
4 Identification ................................................................................................................ 6
4.1 Product description and type designation ................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Product markings ................................................................................................................................................... 6
5 Explanation of terminology......................................................................................... 6
5.2.1 Driver and configuration files ............................................................................................................................................ 6
5.2.2 MSD Device (Mass Storage Device) ................................................................................................................................ 6
5.2.3 HID Device (Human Interface Device) ............................................................................................................................ 6
5.2.4 CDC Device (Communication Device Class) ................................................................................................................. 6
5.2.5 Virtual com port (VCOM) ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2.6 Joystick HID (JOYHID) ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
6 Preparing the product for use ..................................................................................... 7
6.1 Contents and unpacking ..................................................................................................................................... 7
6.2 Safely disposing of packaging material ......................................................................................................... 7
7 Installation .................................................................................................................... 7
7.1 Installing the upper panel .................................................................................................................................. 7
7.2 Quick keyboard configuration at switching on ........................................................................................... 8
7.3 LED status at switching on .................................................................................................................................. 8
7.4 Installation in HID Joystick mode ..................................................................................................................... 8
7.5 Installation in Virtual Com Port mode ............................................................................................................. 9
7.5.1 Installation on PC with Windows environment ........................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1.1 Online retrieval of the configuration file............................................................................................................................................. 9
7.5.1.2 Retrieval of the unsigned configuration file from keyboard ....................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1.3 Keyboard connection and recognition ............................................................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1.4 Modifying the serial port number in Windows .................................................................................................................................9
7.5.2 Removal ..................................................................................................................................................................................10
7.5.2.1 Incomplete removal ................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
7.5.3 Functional testing with Windows environment ........................................................................................................10
7.5.4 Installation with Linux environment .............................................................................................................................10
7.5.5 Functional testing with Windows environment ........................................................................................................10
8 Configuration ..............................................................................................................11
8.1 Identification ID ....................................................................................................................................................11
8.2 Setup procedure ...................................................................................................................................................11
8.3 How to enter setup ..............................................................................................................................................11
8.4 Keys ...........................................................................................................................................................................11
8.4.1 Key 1: Inverting the keyboard ..........................................................................................................................................11
8.4.2 Key 3: Joystick calibration ................................................................................................................................................. 11
8.4.3 Keys 4 and 7: VCOM mode ................................................................................................................................................12
8.4.4 Keys 5 and 8: JOYHID Mode ..............................................................................................................................................12
8.4.5 Key 9: Configuration reset ................................................................................................................................................ 12
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8.5 Use in HID Joystick mode ..................................................................................................................................12
9 VCOM communication protocol ................................................................................ 13
9.1 Key and LED layout ..............................................................................................................................................13
9.2 Typographic conventions ..................................................................................................................................14
9.3 Sintax of messages...............................................................................................................................................14
9.4 Messages from keyboard to PC .......................................................................................................................14
9.5 Messages from PC to Keyboard .....................................................................................................................15
9.6 LED updates ...........................................................................................................................................................16
9.7 Lookup chart (for experts only) .......................................................................................................................16
9.7.1 Lookup value index ............................................................................................................................................................. 16
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9.7.2 Modifications to the lookup chart to move and change the number of joystick keys. ..............................16
9.7.2.1 Creating shift keys in VCOM mode ......................................................................................................................................................17
9.7.2.2 Reduced modifications to the joystick default settings .............................................................................................................. 17
9.7.2.3 Substantial modifications to the joystick default settings ......................................................................................................... 18
9.7.3 Modifications to the lookup chart to define alias keys ...........................................................................................18
10 Maintaining and cleaning ........................................................................................ 19
10.1 Plastic cover cleaning (PC) ..............................................................................................................................19
11 Disposal of waste materials ..................................................................................... 19
12 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 19
13 Technical data ........................................................................................................... 20
13.1 General ..................................................................................................................................................................20
13.2 Mechanical ........................................................................................................................................................... 20
13.3 Electrical ................................................................................................................................................................ 20
13.4 Communications ................................................................................................................................................20
13.5 Protocols ...............................................................................................................................................................20
13.6 Operating system...............................................................................................................................................20
13.7 Environment ........................................................................................................................................................20
13.8 Certifications ........................................................................................................................................................20
14 Technical drawings ................................................................................................... 20
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1 About this manual
Before installing and using this unit, please read this
manual carefully. Be sure to keep it handy for later
reference.
1.1 Typographical conventions
DANGER!
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High level hazard.
Risk of electric shock. Disconnect the
power supply before proceeding with any
operation, unless indicated otherwise.
WARNING!
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Medium level hazard.
This operation is very important for the
system to function properly. Please read
the procedure described very carefully and
carry it out as instructed.
INFO
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Description of system specifications.
We recommend reading this part carefully
in order to understand the subsequent
stages.
2 Notes on copyright and information on trademarks
The quoted names of products or companies are
trademarks or registered trademarks.
Microsoft®, Windows® 2000, Windows® XP, Windows®
Server, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7, Windows® 8
and the Windows® logo are trademarks registered
by Microsoft Corporation in the US and/or other
Countries.
Linux® is a trademark registered by Linus Torvalds in
the US and/or other Countries.
USBDView is a free software produced by NirSoft
(www.nirsoft.net).
Copyright (c) 1994 Hewlett-Packard Company.
Permission to use, copy, modify, distribute and sell
this software and its documentation for any purpose
is hereby granted without fee, provided that the
above copyright notice appear in all copies and
that both that copyright notice and this permission
notice appear in supporting documentation. HewlettPackard Company makes no representations about
the suitability of this software for any purpose. It is
provided "as is" without express or implied warranty.
3 Safety rules
The manufacturer declines all responsibility
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for any damage caused by an improper use
of the appliances mentioned in this manual.
Furthermore, the manufacturer reserves
the right to modify its contents without any
prior notice. The documentation contained
in this manual has been collected with great
care. The manufacturer, however, cannot
take any liability for its use. The same thing
can be said for any person or company
involved in the creation and production of
this manual.
• The device must be installed only and exclusively
by qualified technical personnel.
• Before any technical work on the appliance,
disconnect the power supply.
• Do not use power supply cables that seem worn
or old.
• Never, under any circumstances, make any
changes or connections that are not shown in
this handbook. Improper use of the appliance
can cause serious hazards, risking the safety of
personnel and of the installation.
• Use only original spare parts. Not original spare
parts could cause fire, electrical discharge or other
hazards.
• Before proceeding with installation, check the
supplied material to make sure it corresponds
to the order specification by examining the
identification labels ("4.2 Product markings",
page 6).
• This device complies with FCC (Federal
Communications Commission) Part 15 Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation. Any changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
FCC ID: 2AAIPDCZ.
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4 Identification
4.1 Product description and type designation
DCZ is a dedicated keyboard used to control software
programs on Personal Computers.
This keyboard simplifies and rationalizes the user
interface quite remarkably and adds a joystick
and jog shuttle to the control system. It has been
conceived so that it can be used by both righthanded and left-handed users.
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Every time the operator uses the keyboard, it will
generate an event:
• Pressing of a touch key;
• Release of a touch key;
• Movement of the joystick;
• Movement of the jog dial;
• Movement of the shuttle ring.
All keys are totally independent. The pressing
and release of keys is recognised, whatever the
combination used. The software application will
interpret the command.
The keyboard also has an internal buzzer and
back-lighting for the keys. The software application
manages the buzzer and back-lighting of keys.
It can be connected to a PC together with other
standard peripherals (standard keyboard, mouse,
videogame joystick etc.).
Patent Pending.
4.2 Product markings
See the label attached to the outside of the package.
5 Explanation of terminology
5.2.1 Driver and configuration files
Software and configuration files requested by the
Operating System during installation to recognize
peripherals.
5.2.2 MSD Device (Mass Storage
Device)
USB peripheral device used to store and back-up
data. The most common MSD device is the USB
PenDrive. It does not require the installation of drivers
as it is recognized directly by the Operating System.
5.2.3 HID Device (Human Interface
Device)
USB peripheral device used to exchange information
with human beings. The definition also includes PC
keyboards, mouse, video game joystick and controls.
The HID peripheral device does not require the
installation of drivers as it is recognized directly by
the Operating System.
5.2.4 CDC Device (Communication
Device Class)
USB peripheral device used to exchange information
via serial channels.
When connected, the CDC peripheral device is
recognized by the OS which installs it without the
need for a driver (when using Linux) or after reading
a configuration file supplied by the peripheral
manufacturer (Windows).
5.2.5 Virtual com port (VCOM)
CDC device that emulates a standard serial port. This
is managed via a series of simple and consolidated
standard programming techniques which are
available for most programming languages. The
Windows OS will request a configuration file in order
to recognize the device during installation.
5.2.6 Joystick HID (JOYHID)
USB joystick that is recognized as a standard video
games joystick.
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6 Preparing the product for use
Any change that is not expressly approved
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by the manufacturer will invalidate the
guarantee.
6.1 Contents and unpacking
When the product is delivered, make sure that the
package is intact and that there are no signs that it
has been dropped or scratched.
If there are obvious signs of damage, contact the
supplier immediately.
Keep the packaging in case you need to send the
product for repairs.
Check the contents to make sure they correspond
with the list of materials as below:
• DCZ keyboard
• Die cut sheets with transparent protective panel
• Quick Start
• Instructions manual
6.2 Safely disposing of packaging material
The packaging material can all be recycled. The
installer technician will be responsible for separating
the material for disposal, and in any case for
compliance with the legislation in force where the
device is to be used.
Bear in mind that if the material has to be returned
due to a fault, using the original packaging for its
transport is strongly recommended.
7 Installation
7.1 Installing the upper panel
In the standard keyboard the joystick is located on
the right and the jog shuttle on the left.
This layout can be changed to suit the needs of a lefthanded operator.
Remove the upper panel secured with adhesive tape.
Fig. 01
Remove the lower film.
Fig. 02
Choose the layout for the keyboard and affix the
adhesive panel, making sure that it does not touch
the keys.
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Fig. 03
To confirm the layout and the operating mode, follow
the selection procedure described in the following
paragraph.
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7.2 Quick keyboard
configuration at switching on
The DCZ keyboard can operate in two different
modes:
MODE EMULATION
Virtual com port (VCOM). Virtual serial port (default).
Joystick Human Interface
Device (JOYHID).
Tab. 01
When switching on the keyboard, press the following
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keys simultaneously:
• SET + 4 : Virtual Com Port mode
• SET + 5 : HID Joystick mode.
Any previous change to the configuration will be lost.
Video-game joystick.
7.3 LED status at switching on
When the keyboard is switched on, the backlit
keys briefly show the current configuration of the
keyboard:
Fig. 05 Virtual Com Port mode.
The keyboard is correctly oriented when the LED bar
is on the upper part.
When the keyboard is switched on, the central backlit
numeric keys show the firmware version and could
be needed in case of technical assistance.
7.4 Installation in HID Joystick
mode
The keyboard does not require installation. It is
automatically recognised by the operating system.
Fig. 04 HID Joystick mode.
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7.5 Installation in Virtual Com Port mode
7.5.1 Installation on PC with Windows environment
Installation consists of three phases:
• Retrieval of the configuration file
• Keyboard connection and recognition
• Change of the serial port number.
7.5.1.1 Online retrieval of the configuration
file
Download the driver at:
www.videotec.com/dcz.
7.5.1.2 Retrieval of the unsigned
configuration file from keyboard
Some Windows® versions do not request a signed
driver (Windows® XP, Windows® Vista, Windows®
2000). You can download the driver from the
keyboard.
Press and hold the ESC key and connect the
keyboard to the PC.
This will allow the keyboard to be recognised as a
MSD device on start-up. The OS recognizes it using
system drivers.
In Computer resources search for the relative device
(defined as Removable disk).
The device contains two files:
• xp_vista.inf for Windows Xp and Vista Operating
Systems;
• win2000.inf for Windows 2000 OS.
Copy the file required by the installed OS to the PC.
Disconnect the keyboard.
7.5.1.3 Keyboard connection and recognition
Connect the keyboard without pressing any keys. The
OS wizard procedure will ask for the driver. Enter the
path to where the configuration file has been saved.
Follow the wizard instructions to complete the
operation.
7.5.1.4 Modifying the serial port number in
Windows
The Windows OS allows for mapping of the serial
ports. Regardless of the hardware configuration, each
serial port can be assigned a COM number from 1 to
256.
When installing on Windows environment, the OS will
automatically assign a port number which may not
necessarily meet the needs of the user.
To change the serial port number:
• Connect and install the DCZ keyboard.
• Go to the settings in Control Panel/System/
Hardware/ Device Manager.
• Scroll the list of peripherals and select Ports (COM
and LPT). The USB CDC serial port emulation
(COMx) port corresponds to the DCZ keyboard.
• Click on Property for the required port.
• Go to Port settings/Advanced and change the
port number in COM port number. Some ports
may indicate they are in use by other devices,
though this is not usually the case. If you select
a port in use, check whether other devices (for
instance an analog modem) are already using it.
• Press Confirm and exit.
After changing the port number, the Device
Manager tab may still indicate the old COM number.
Close the Device Manager tab and then re-open it
again to see if the number has been changed.
The installation windows of Windows® 7
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and Windows® 8 are different between
them. For further instructions please visit
the address www.videotec.com/dcz and
download the file DCZ Installation.
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7.5.2 Removal
If there is an error during installation or it has not
been completed correctly, the keyboard can be
removed from the device list.
• Connect the DCZ keyboard. A message may
pop up to warn the user that the device was not
installed because an error occurred.
• Go to the settings in Control Panel/System/
Hardware/Peripheral Devices.
• Scroll the list of peripherals and select Ports (COM
and LPT):
• Select the USB CDC serial port emulation (COMx)
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port .
• Select Uninstall in the Action menu and confirm.
• Disconnect the keyboard.
The next time the keyboard is connected, the
installation wizard will appear again, as indicated
in the sections above (Installation wizard for new
hardware).
7.5.2.1 Incomplete removal
If it is not possible to remove the port, or the
operation has not been completed,
we recommend using USBDView
(http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/usb_devices_view.html)
to uninstall the device.
Go to Options and select Display Disconnected
Devices , then identify the device with the VendorID
204f. Select or remove it using File/Uninstall
Selected Devices.
7.5.3 Functional testing with Windows environment
Download the file Test software for virtual com port
mode at:
www.videotec.com/dcz.
7.5.4 Installation with Linux environment
Linux does not require any driver to recognize the
keyboard.
Launch lsusb from the terminal to obtain the list of
connected USB devices: the keyboard is recognized
as a 204F:0101 device.
The keyboard is managed by the system file as a /
dev/ttyACM0 device.
7.5.5 Functional testing with Windows environment
Minicom is used for these tests.
Launch the application on the terminal and request
the /dev/ttyACM0 device.
Type in [Buzzer+] to activate the buzzer. Type
[Buzzer-] to deactivate it. If the buzzer enables
and disables the keyboard, it has been recognized
and is operating correctly.
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8 Configuration
8.1 Identification ID
The keyboard has no ID as the serial ports are
identified universally by the OS. Even when more
than one keyboard is connected via a USB HUB to the
same USB port on the PC, they will be recognized as
separate serial ports (for instance COM3 and COM4).
8.2 Setup procedure
A specific key sequence allows users to access the
setup phase to:
• Set the keyboard orientation;
• Calibrate the joystick;
• Select the operating mode;
• Reset configuration to default values.
8.3 How to enter setup
• Press the START key;
• Press the LEARN key;
• Press the ESC key;
• Release the ESC key;
• Release the LEARN key;
• Release the START key.
The key LEDs will light up when setup has been
accessed successfully:
• ESC : Exit without changes;
• 1 : Invert the keyboard;
• 3 : Calibrate the joystick;
• 4 and 7 : VCOM mode (with or without reset of
the lookup chart);
• 5 and 8 : JOYHID mode (with or without reset of
the lookup chart);
• 9 : Reset configuration (VCOM mode).
Functions which have flashing keys are to be
used very carefully as they could lead to apparent
malfunctions of the keyboard.
After any option has been selected, the setup
procedure terminates automatically.
8.4 Keys
8.4.1 Key 1: Inverting the keyboard
The keyboard can be used:
• By right-handed users (joystick on the right, jog
shuttle on the left);
• By left-handed users (joystick on the left, jog
shuttle on the right).
To invert the keyboard compared to the current
settings:
• Enter setup and press 1 . The keyboard will save
the setting and return to its normal operating
mode.
• Remove the caption panel, paying attention to the
fastening tabs. Rotate it by 180° and then replace
it.
• Adjust the feet on the bottom of the keyboard to
obtain the inclination required for each different
surface.
• Carefully remove the USB cable from the bottom
of the keyboard and insert it in the serpentine,
making sure it is not a nuisance to the operator.
The inversion of the keyboard has nothing to do with
the PC application which must not be changed.
The orientation of the keyboard can be set using
VCOM commands [Orientation+] and
[Orientation-].
8.4.2 Key 3: Joystick calibration
The joystick can be calibrated if it malfunctions.
To calibrate the joystick:
Enter setup and press 3 . The LEDs in the centre of
the keyboard will flicker during the calibration phase.
Move the joystick for a few seconds as far as it will go,
in both a horizontal and vertical direction. Rotate the
knob clockwise and counter clockwise several times,
as far as it will go.
Release the joystick to assess its position when idle.
After 5 seconds of inactivity, the keyboard will save
the values and confirm the calibration.
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8.4.3 Keys 4 and 7: VCOM mode
Selecting VCOM mode:
Key 4 : Select VCOM mode with reset of the lookup
chart.
Key 7 : (for experts only) select VCOM mode without
reset of the lookup chart.
When key 4 is pressed, all the changes made to
the key lookup chart are cancelled and the default
configuration is reinstated (each key is assigned a
number which corresponds to its default logical
address).
(For experts only) Select key 7 to save any changes
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made to the lookup chart. Some keys may not
necessarily be recognized as they were previously
assigned to the emulation of the joystick keys.
When setup has been completed, disconnect and
then reconnect the keyboard to enforce the changes.
8.4.4 Keys 5 and 8: JOYHID Mode
Selecting JOYHID mode:
Key 5 : select JOYHID mode with reset of the lookup
chart.
Key 8 : (for experts only) select JOYHID mode
without reset of the lookup chart.
When key 5 is pressed, all the changes made to
the key lookup chart are cancelled and the default
configuration is reinstated.
(For experts only) Select key 8 to save any changes
made to the lookup chart.
When setup has been completed, disconnect and
then reconnect the keyboard to enforce the changes.
8.4.5 Key 9: Configuration reset
The keyboard configuration is reset to default values
(VCOM mode). All changes made to the configuration
(e.g. the key lookup chart) will be lost.
8.5 Use in HID Joystick mode
When the keyboard in in JOYHID mode, it is
recognized as a standard 4-axis 40 key joystick (38
real keys and 2 emulated (Jog dial)).
According to the USB specifications (ref. USB HID
Usage Tables, ver1.12, paragraph 4.2 Axis Usages) the
axes are assigned by default as follows:
Pan: X axis
Tilt: Y axis
Zoom (rotation): Z axis
Shuttle ring (rotation): Rx axis
Jog dial (rotation): At every step, a pressing of key
33 (anti-clockwise rotation) or key 34 (clockwise
rotation) is emulated.
On pressing a key, the relative LED will light up.
3735 36 38 39
25 26
27 28
29 30
31 32
Fig. 06
The functions of the joystick's keys are established
by the application. Refer to the relevant installer's
manual.
01 02 03
04 05 06
07 08 09
10 11 12
2321 22 24 40
13 14
15 16
17 18
19 20
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9 VCOM communication protocol
When the keyboard is in VCOM mode it
communicates with the PC via a simplified ASCII
protocol. Printable characters are transmitted and any
numbers are transmitted as strings (not as decimal or
hexadecimal bytes).
No flow of hardware or software communication is
managed.
The PC application will open the serial port which
corresponds to the connected keyboard (the
baudrate and serial port configuration are irrelevant)
and it transmits/receives on this channel. The
keyboard responds to every command given by
the PC with an acknowledge message. Messages
transmitted by the keyboard do not require
acknowledgement by the PC application.
9.1 Key and LED layout
The DCZ keyboard manages a 72 key layout and the
corresponding LEDs (8 rows, each with 9 columns).
Regardless of the actual number of keys available
and used by the operator, each key/ LED coordinate
is always identified by the same 2 numbers: row (1..8)
and column (1..9).
When a key is pressed and released it transmits a
lookup chart value.
The lookup chart default values correspond to the
logical coordinates for each key:
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
31
49
48
47
46
45
44
43
42
41
59
58
57
56
55
54
53
52
51
69
68
67
66
65
64
63
62
61
79
78
77
76
75
74
73
72
71
89
88
87
86
85
84
83
82
81
Fig. 07
Example: On a default DCZ keyboard, the ESC key
is represented by code 13, the MONITOR key by
14, etc.
If the keyboard is rotated by 180°, the configuration
remains unaltered and there is no change from a PC
application point of view.
By changing the value associated to each key on the
lookup chart, it is possible to redefine its function and
to allow the user to use keys with the same value.
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9.2 Typographic conventions
The following typographic conventions are used in
the protocol described below:
• [messages]: Transmitted message
• variable_parameter: Variable parameter
inside a message
• ±: Plus or minus sign.
9.3 Syntax of messages
The messages sent to and from the PC consist in
printable characters (from ASCII 32 to ASCII 127
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codes, excluding ASCII 91 and 93) which are delimited
by brackets [ and ]:
• [ (ASCII 91) Open square bracket, STX start of
transmission
• Message text of variable length
• [ (ASCII 93) Closed square bracket, STX start of
transmission
Given the type of messages transmitted and the
quality of the USB communication, no checksum
system is foreseen.
Example: When the ESC key is pressed (row
1, column 3) the default keyboard will transmit
[K+13]:
• [: Identifies the start of the message
• K+: Pressed key
• 13: Key lookup value (row 1, column 3)
• ]: Identifies the end of the message.
9.4 Messages from keyboard to PC
The DCZ keyboard transmits every event to the PC
and does not expect an acknowledge message.
The events are:
EVENT MESSAGE PARAMETERS
Pressing of a
touch key.
Pressing of a
touch key +
shift.
Release of a
touch key.
Pressing a
"shift" key.
Releasing a
"shift" key.
Movement of
the joystick.
Movement of
the shuttle.
Movement of
the jog dial.
Movement of
the jog dial.
Tab. 02
[K+val] val: Value of the
[K+val:shift] val: Value of the
[K-val] val: Value of the
[H+shift] shift: Number of
[H-shift] shift: Number of
[J±pp±tt±zz] ±pp, ±tt, ±zz: Pan,
[S±aa] ±aa: Rotation angle
[D+1]
[D-1]
key in the lookup
chart.
key in the lookup
chart.
shift: Pressed
"shift" keys (‘1’..’8’).
key in the lookup
chart.
"shift" key (‘1’..’8’).
"shift" key (‘1’..’8’).
tilt, zoom position
-07..+07.
-70°..+70°.
Clockwise rotation
by one click (10
clicks per turn
angle).
Counter clockwise
rotation by one
click (10 clicks per
turn angle).
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9.5 Messages from PC to Keyboard
All the messages transmitted from the PC to the keyboard are confirmed by the DCZ keyboard by an
acknowledge message. The messages from PC to Keyboard are:
COMMAND
[Status?] [Ready]
[Model?]
[Firmware?]
[Date?]
[Led+rc] [LedrcSet]
[Led-rc] [LedrcSet]
[Led-Al] [LedAlSet]
[Led/rc] [LedrcSet]
[LedRowrsssssssss] [LedRowSet]
[LedImmediate] [LedImmediateSet]
[LedDelayed] [LedDelayedSet]
[LedUpdate] [LedUpdateDone]
[LedCopy] [LedCopyDone]
[Buzzer+] [BuzzerSet]
[Buzzer-] [BuzzerSet]
[Buzzer/] [BuzzerSet]
[Orientation±] [OrientationOk]
[JoyDirX±]
[JoyDirY±]
[JoyDirZ±]
[LookupWriterc,val] [Lookup(rc)<-val] Definition of the val value for the rc key* in the lookup chart
[LookupReadrc] [Lookup(rc)=val] Lookup value read set for a logical coordinate key rc* ("9.7
[BlockModeStart] [BlockModeStart]
[BlockModeEnd] [BlockModeEnd] This saves the last modified values [BlockModeStart].
Tab. 03 * The coordinates refer to the logical address of the LEDs, and not the value set in the lookup chart.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
BY DCZ
[Model=...]
[Firmware=...]
[Date=...]
[JoyDirOk]
MEANING
Keyboard online presence test.
Keyboard model and firmware version.
Led on.
rc: Row 1...8 column 1…9*.
Led off.
rc: Row 1...8 column 1…9*.
Switching off all LED's.
Led blinking.
rc: Row 1...8 column 1…9*.
Led row setting.
r: Row 1..8.
sssssssss: LED row status (+ on. – off, / blinking).
Immediate LED
("9.6 LED updates", page 16).
Delayed LED update
("9.6 LED updates", page 16).
LED update
("9.6 LED updates", page 16).
LED status copy
("9.6 LED updates", page 16).
Start buzzer.
Stop buzzer.
Alternated start buzzer.
Keyboard orientation:
+ Joystick on the right, jog shuttle on the left,
- Joystick on the left, jog shuttle on the right.
Positive direction of the joystick axis: allows you to invert the
direction of the individual joystick axis.
X+: To the right (default), X-: To the left,
Y+: Upwards (default), Y-: Downwards,
Z+: Clockwise (default), Z-: Counter clockwise.
("9.7 Lookup chart (for experts only)", page 16).
Lookup chart (for experts only)", page 16).
This allows you to modify the configuration without using the
memory following multiple changes in values.
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9.6 LED updates
The effect of the [Led+xx], [Led-xx] abe [Led/xx]
commands is usually immediate.
If it is necessary to set a number of LEDs at the same
time, there may be an update delay mainly due to the
asynchronous communication between the keyboard
and the PC.
A temporary buffer is used to avoid a delay of this
kind. After setting the temporary buffer values,
an update operation is performed so that the
contemporary change of all the modified LEDs is
visible.
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The following commands are used to this purpose:
COMMAND MEANING
[LedImmediate]
[LedDelayed]
[LedUpdate]
[LedCopy]
Tab. 04
The update of the LED is immediate.
The update of the LEDs is delayed
until the first command is received
[LedUpdate].
In the meantime, all the [Led+xx],
[Led-xx] and [Led/xx]
commands are memorized in a
temporary buffer.
The temporary buffer is copied
to the active buffer and all the
modification made in the meantime
are now visible.
The active buffer copies back to the
temporary buffer.
9.7 Lookup chart (for experts
only)
Each key is assigned a value found on the key
lookup. The default value corresponds to the logical
coordinates of the key (for instance, the ESC key row
1, column 3, corresponds to a value of 13).
The LookupWrite command allows you to modify
the value assigned to a key.
The changing of lookup values can cause
h
apparent system malfunctions in the event
that it is necessary to replace the keyboard
at a later date. It is highly recommended to
document any modifications made.
Changing lookup values enables you to:
• Have more keys which are acknowledged as the
same key;
• Change the default position and the number of
joystick keys in JOYHID mode.
9.7.1 Lookup value index
The lookup values range from 0.to 65535.
Certain value intervals have a special meaning:
• 0: Disabled key;
• 1..99: Normal key, the value is sent when the key is
pressed and released;
• 1001..1008: Shift Key descriptions;
• 50011..50089: Definition of multiple keys;
• 60001..60040: Assigning of keys in JOYHID mode;
• 60101..60103: For internal use, not available.
If a value of 01-99 is set, the corresponding code will
be sent by the keyboard when the key is pressed/
released in VCOM mode.
By setting a value between 1001-1008, the key
becomes a shift key. If any key is pressed while one
or more shift keys are pressed the message [K+xx]
changes to [K+xx:pressed_shift_list].
More than one shift key can be contemporaneously
pressed at any time.
If a value of 500rc (rc within the range of 11..89) is
set, this creates an alias and links the behaviour of the
key to another rc. logical coordinate key. This allows
you to manage a number of keys with the same
behaviour as if they were one single key.
If a value of 600nn (nn in the range of 01-40) is set,
the key will be assigned to the corresponding joystick
key nn in JOYHID mode.
9.7.2 Modifications to the lookup chart
to move and change the number of
joystick keys.
Modification to the lookup chart allows you to
change the position or the number of joystick keys
when in JOYHID mode.
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9.7.2.1 Creating shift keys in VCOM mode
The keyboard can have up to 8 shift keys, used to
change the behaviour of ordinary keys.
Example: Transform key 86 into shift key number 1,
and key 87 into shift key number 7.
OPERATION / COMMAND EFFECT
Enter the programming settings
Select 4 . It switches to VCOM mode
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
[BlockModeStart]
Command.
[LookupWrite86,1001]
Command.
[LookupWrite87,1007]
Command.
[BlockModeEnd]
Command.
Tab. 05
To check the correct definition of the shift keys:
• Press ESC (key 1,3) without any shift key: The
keyboard sends the code [K+13];
• Press INFO (key in line 8, column 6, defined as
shift number 1) and ESC : The key sends the code
[K+13:1]. The shift keys that have been pressed
are identified by the colon;
• Press SHIFT (arrow-up symbol, key in line 8,
column 7, defined as shift number 7) and ESC :
The keyboard sends the code [K+13:7];
• Press INFO , SHIFT and ESC : The keyboard
sends the code [K+13:17].
resetting the joystick
lookup chart.
It restarts in VCOM mode
This allows you to
modify the internal
memory without using
it for multiple writing
commands.
Creates the shift key 1
changing the behaviour of
key on row 8, column 6.
Creates the shift key 7
changing the behaviour of
key on row 8, column 7.
Saves the modifications to
the internal memory.
9.7.2.2 Reduced modifications to the
joystick default settings
Example: If you want to maintain most of the central
group of keys, move key 1, create a double key for
number 2.
OPERATION / COMMAND EFFECT
Enter the programming settings
Select 5 . Resets the JOYHID key
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
Enter the programming settings again
Select 7 . It switches to VCOM mode
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
[BlockModeStart]
Command.
[LookupWrite34,0]
Command.
[LookupWrite31,60001]
Command.
[LookupWrite32,60002]
Command.
[BlockModeEnd]
Command.
Enter the programming settings
Select 8 . Switches to JOYHID mode
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
Check that the corresponding
LEDs come on when the keys
are pressed.
Tab. 06
chart to default settings.
It restarts in JOYHID mode.
without resetting the
joystick lookup chart.
It restarts in VCOM mode.
This allows you to
modify the internal
memory without using
it for multiple writing
commands.
Cancels key 1 from the
default position (row 3,
column 4)
Assigns key 1 (60001) to
the key on row 3, column 1.
Creates a second 2 key on
row 3, column 2.
Saves the modifications to
the internal memory.
without resetting the
lookup chart that has just
been modified.
It restarts in JOYHID mode.
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9.7.2.3 Substantial modifications to the
joystick default settings
Example: If you want to use just 8 joystick keys on
the left side of the keyboard.
OPERATION / COMMAND EFFECT
Enter the programming settings
Select 5 . Resets the JOYHID key
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
Enter the programming settings again
Select 4 . It switches to VCOM mode
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Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
[BlockModeStart]
Command.
[LookupWrite31,60001]
Command.
[LookupWrite32,60002]
Command.
[LookupWrite41,60003]
Command.
[LookupWrite42,60004]
Command.
[LookupWrite51,60005]
Command.
[LookupWrite52,60006]
Command.
[LookupWrite61,60007]
Command.
[LookupWrite62,60008]
Command.
[BlockModeEnd]
Command.
Enter the programming settings
Select 8 . Switches to JOYHID mode
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
Check that the corresponding
LEDs come on when the keys
are pressed.
Tab. 07
chart to default settings.
It restarts in JOYHID mode.
resetting the lookup chart
(no keys valid for the
joystick).
It restarts in VCOM mode.
This allows you to
modify the internal
memory without using
it for multiple writing
commands.
Creates key 1 on row 3,
column 1.
Creates key 2 on row 3,
column 2.
Creates key 3 on row 4,
column 1.
Creates key 4 on row 4,
column 2.
Creates key 5 on row 5,
column 1.
Creates key 5 on row 5,
column 2.
Creates key 7 on row 6,
column 1.
Creates key 8 on row 6,
column 2.
Saves the modifications to
the internal memory.
without resetting the
lookup chart that has just
been modified.
It restarts in JOYHID mode.
9.7.3 Modifications to the lookup chart
to define alias keys
It is possible to have several keys that all perform the
same commands (e.g. the shift keys). If a series of
alias keys are pressed together at the same time, the
pressed key event ([K+xx]) is only transmitted the
first time it is pressed; the released key event ([K-
xx]) is only transmitted when all the keys with the
same alias have also been released.
Example: The 5 bottom keys on the keyboard act as if
they are the same key.
OPERATION / COMMAND EFFECT
Enter the programming settings
Select 4 . Switches to VCOM mode
Disconnect and reconnect the
keyboard.
[BlockModeStart]
Command.
[LookupWrite84,50083]
Command.
[LookupWrite85,50083]
Command.
[LookupWrite86,50083]
Command.
[LookupWrite87,50083]
Command.
[BlockModeEnd]
Command.
Enter the programming settings
Check that when the 5 lower
keys are pressed, they all
transmit the same message
[K+83].
Tab. 08
resetting the lookup chart.
It restarts in VCOM mode.
This allows you to
modify the internal
memory without using
it for multiple writing
commands.
The key on row 8, column
4, is an alias of the key on
row 8, column 3.
The key on row 8, column
5, is an alias of the key on
row 8, column 3.
The key on row 8, column
6, is an alias of the key on
row 8, column 3.
The key on row 8, column
7, is an alias of the key on
row 8, column 3.
Saves the modifications to
the internal memory.
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10 Maintaining and cleaning
10.1 Plastic cover cleaning (PC)
We suggest using neutral soap diluted with water or
specific products for lens cleaning applied with a soft
cloth.
Avoid ethyl alcohol, solvents, hydrogenated
h
hydrocarbide, strong acid and alkali. Such
products may irreparably damage the
surface.
11 Disposal of waste materials
This symbol mark and recycle system
are applied only to EU countries and not
n
applied to the countries in the other area of
the world.
Your product is designed and manufactured with
high quality materials and components which can be
recycled and reused.
This symbol means that electrical and electronic
equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of
separately from your household waste.
Please dispose of this equipment at your local
Community waste collection or Recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection
systems for used electrical and electronic products.
12 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
The INF file is
requested during
installation
The keyboard is
connected via a
hub and will not
switch on
When the keyboard
is connected, the
other connected
USB devices switch
off or reset
POSSIBLE CAUSES AND
SOLUTIONS
See chapter "7 Installation", page 7.
Connect the keyboard directly to
the PC or only use a hub which is
powered separately and can supply
500mA to each port.
The USB power supplied by
the PC does not meet required
specifications.
Connect the keyboard to another
USB port or use a hub that supplies
500mA per port.
PROBLEM
The installation
procedure was
not successful and
Windows does
not allow you
to complete the
operation
The LED and key
coordinates do not
correspond to your
requirements
Tab. 09
POSSIBLE CAUSES AND
SOLUTIONS
Option 01:
• Connect the keyboard anyway
and ignore the error message;
• Go to Control Panel/System/
Hardware/Device manager and
identify Ports (LPT and COM);
• Select the keyboard;
• Right click on the description of
the keyboard and select Uninstall
from the popup menu;
• Now reinstall it again.
Option 02:
• Use USBDView to view the USB
devices installed
(http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/
usb_devices_view.html);
• Enable Option/Display
Disconnected Devices;
• Uninstall it using File/Uninstall
Selected Devices;
• Now reinstall it again.
Option 01:
• The keyboard has probably been
inverted and must be rotated
by 180°;
• In VCOM mode transmit
the [Orientation+] or
[Orientation-] command or
launch the setup procedure and
press 1 to invert it;
• Now rotate the upper panel and
move the support feet and the
cable on the bottom shell.
Option 02:
• The lookup chart has been
modified;
• Launch the setup procedure.
Press 4 to enable VCOM mode
and to reset the keyboard to
factory settings.
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13 Technical data
13.1 General
Backlit rubber keys
Alarm buzzer
13.2 Mechanical
Dimensions: 379x89x224mm (15x3.5x8.8in)
Unit weight: 1.4kg (3lb)
13.3 Electrical
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USB powered
Consumption: 350mA max
13.4 Communications
USB 2.0
13.5 Protocols
Dedicated Virtual Com Port protocol
Joystick HID 4-axis 40 keys emulation
14 Technical drawings
13.6 Operating system
Windows® compatible (drivers available on www.
videotec.com/dcz): Windows® 2000, Windows® XP,
Windows® Server, Windows® Vista, Windows® 7,
Windows® 8
Linux® compatible
13.7 Environment
Indoor
Operating temperature: 0°C (32°F)/+45°C (+113°F)
13.8 Certifications
CE: EN55022 Class B, EN50130-4, EN61000-6-3, EN60950-1
FCC Part 15, Class B
cULus Listed
The values are in millimeters.
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Fig. 08 DCZ
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379
253
89
34
205
224
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Printed in Italy
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DCZ
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ITALIANO
1 Informazioni sul presente manuale ............................................................................ 5
1.1 Convenzioni tipografiche .................................................................................................................................... 5
2 Note sul copyright e informazioni sui marchi commerciali ...................................... 5
3 Norme di sicurezza ....................................................................................................... 5
4 Identificazione .............................................................................................................. 6
4.1 Descrizione e designazione del prodotto ..................................................................................................... 6
4.2 Marcatura del prodotto ........................................................................................................................................ 6
5 Spiegazione dei termini ............................................................................................... 6
5.2.1 Driver e File di configurazione ........................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2.2 Dispositivo MSD (Mass Storage Device) ........................................................................................................................ 6
5.2.3 Dispositivo HID (Human Interface Device) ................................................................................................................... 6
5.2.4 Dispositivo CDC (Communication Device Class) ........................................................................................................ 6
5.2.5 Virtual Com Port (VCOM) ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
5.2.6 Joystick HID (JOYHID) ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
6 Preparazione del prodotto per l'utilizzo ....................................................................7
6.1 Contenuto e disimballaggio ............................................................................................................................... 7
6.2 Smaltimento in sicurezza dei materiali di imballaggio ............................................................................. 7
7 Installazione.................................................................................................................. 7
7.1 Applicazione del pannello superiore ............................................................................................................. 7
7.2 Configurazione rapida della tastiera all'accensione .................................................................................. 8
7.3 Stato dei LED all'accensione ............................................................................................................................... 8
7.4 Installazione in modalità Joystick HID ............................................................................................................ 8
7.5 Installazione in modalità Virtual Com Port .................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1 Installazione in ambiente Windows.................................................................................................................................9
7.5.1.1 Prelievo online del file di configurazione ........................................................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1.2 Prelievo del file di configurazione non firmato dalla tastiera ...................................................................................................... 9
7.5.1.3 Collegamento e riconoscimento della tastiera ................................................................................................................................. 9
7.5.1.4 Modifica del numero di porta seriale in Windows ........................................................................................................................... 9
7.5.2 Rimozione ..............................................................................................................................................................................10
7.5.2.1 Rimozione incompleta ............................................................................................................................................................................ 10
7.5.3 Verifica di funzionamento in ambiente Windows ....................................................................................................10
7.5.4 Installazione in ambiente Linux ......................................................................................................................................10
7.5.5 Verifica di funzionamento in ambiente Linux ............................................................................................................10
8 Configurazione ........................................................................................................... 11
8.1 ID di identificazione .............................................................................................................................................11
8.2 Procedura di setup ............................................................................................................................................... 11
8.3 Entrata in setup .....................................................................................................................................................11
8.4 Tasti ............................................................................................................................................................................11
8.4.1 Tasto 1: Inversione della tastiera .....................................................................................................................................11
8.4.2 Tasto 3: Calibrazione del joystick ....................................................................................................................................11
8.4.3 Tasti 4 e 7: Modalità VCOM ................................................................................................................................................12
8.4.4 Tasti 5 e 8: Modalità JOYHID .............................................................................................................................................12
8.4.5 Tasto 9: Reset della configurazione ................................................................................................................................12
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8.5 Uso in modalità Joystick HID ............................................................................................................................12
9 Protocollo di comunicazione VCOM .......................................................................... 13
9.1 Mappa dei tasti e dei LED ..................................................................................................................................13
9.2 Convenzioni tipografiche ..................................................................................................................................14
9.3 Sintassi dei messaggi ..........................................................................................................................................14
9.4 Messaggi da Tastiera a PC .................................................................................................................................. 14
9.5 Messaggi da PC a Tastiera .................................................................................................................................. 15
9.6 Aggiornamento dei LED ....................................................................................................................................16
9.7 Tabella di lookup (solo per esperti) ................................................................................................................ 16
9.7.1 Significato dei valori di lookup ........................................................................................................................................16
9.7.2 Modifica della tabella di lookup per spostare e cambiare il numero dei tasti joystick. ..............................16
9.7.2.1 Creazione di tasti di shift in modalità VCOM ...................................................................................................................................17
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9.7.2.2 Modifiche ridotte della configurazione di default del joystick ................................................................................................. 17
9.7.2.3 Modifiche sostanziali della configurazione di default del joystick .......................................................................................... 18
9.7.3 Modifica della tabella di lookup per definire tasti alias ..........................................................................................18
10 Manutenzione e pulizia ........................................................................................... 19
10.1 Pulizia delle parti in plastica (PC) .................................................................................................................19
11 Smaltimento dei rifiuti ............................................................................................. 19
12 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 19
13 Dati tecnici ................................................................................................................ 20
13.1 Generale ................................................................................................................................................................ 20
13.2 Meccanica ............................................................................................................................................................. 20
13.3 Elettrico .................................................................................................................................................................20
13.4 Comunicazioni ....................................................................................................................................................20
13.5 Protocolli ...............................................................................................................................................................20
13.6 Sistema operativo ..............................................................................................................................................20
13.7 Ambiente ..............................................................................................................................................................20
13.8 Certificazioni ........................................................................................................................................................ 20
14 Disegni tecnici .......................................................................................................... 20
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