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Psion Teklogix 7535/7530 Hand-Held Computer User Manual 245
Chapter 6: Tekterm Application
Numeric Parameters
6.10.1.2 Numeric Parameters
Numeric parameters are displayed in reverse video. To increment or decrement
a number:
• Press the <RIGHT> or <LEFT> arrow keys, or
• Type the desired number in the field. Negative values are entered by typing
a “-” (minus) sign and then the number.
• Press <ENTER>.
Each numeric parameter has a preset range of numbers assigned to it – for example,
a preset range of 1 through 10. If you attempt to enter a number which either
exceeds 10 or falls below 1, the incorrect value will be rejected – the original value
for this parameter, if any, will be displayed.
6.10.1.3 Y/N Parameters
Y/N parameters can only be enabled (Y) or disabled (N). To enable or disable
a Y/N parameter:
• Press the <RIGHT> or <LEFT> arrow key once, or
• Type y to enable or n to disable the parameter.
Some Y/N parameters have sub-menus. For these parameters, a double right
arrow (») appears next to the “Y” or “N”.
6.10.1.4 Alpha Parameters
Alpha characters appear in reverse video in this type of parameter. The allowable
values for alpha parameters consist of a predetermined set of acceptable letters or
words. To cycle through the set:
• Press the <RIGHT> or <LEFT> arrow keys.
6.10.1.5 String Entry Parameters
Important: For detailed information about using string entry fields to
program macro keys, refer to “Macro Control Panel” on
page 255.
A sequence or string of characters can be entered in this type of parameter. When a
string entry parameter contains data, it is displayed in reverse video. (Empty fields