Reference Guide
Table Of Contents
- About This Guide
- Chapter 1 Getting Started
- Chapter 2 Accessories Setup
- Chapter 3 Batch and Spectrum One Terminal Setup
- Chapter 4 Spectrum24 RF Terminal Setup
- Chapter 5 Operating the PDT 6800 Series
- Chapter 6 Maintaining the Terminal
- Chapter 7 Error Recovery and Troubleshooting
- Appendix A Null Modem Pin-outs
- Appendix B Keyboard Layouts
- Appendix C Communications Status Codes
- Appendix D Specifications
- Appendix E Boot-Up Quick Reference
- Appendix F 2D Scanner Drivers and Applications
- Numerics
- A
- B
- C
- D
- E
- F
- I
- K
- L
- M
- N
- P
- R
- S
- T
- U
- W
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Operating the PDT 6800 Series
Boot to Command Mode
Command Mode provides functions for:
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Running the Self-Test program to verify that the hardware is operating properly
(refer to Chapter 7, Error Recovery and Troubleshooting).
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Performing a Memory Transfer to upload data from a terminal to a host system (refer
to Chapter 7, Error Recovery and Troubleshooting ).
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Performing a Program Download to transfer an application from the host to a
terminal (refer to Chapter 3, Batch and Spectrum One Terminal Setup).
To boot to Command Mode:
For the 35-Key terminal:
" Power the terminal off
" Press and hold <BKSP> and <SHIFT>
" Press and release <PWR>
" Release <BKSP> and <SHIFT>.
For the 46-Key terminal:
" Power the terminal off
" Press and hold <F> and <I>
" Press and release <PWR>
" Release <F> and <I>.
Adjusting the Display
Display Contrast
The screen’s contrast is adjustable to eight levels, making the display more readable in
different lighting conditions, at various temperatures, and at different viewing angles.
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To reduce (lighten) display contrast, press FUNC Y.
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To increase (darken) display contrast, press FUNC X.
Backlighting
The backlight illuminates the display in dimly lit areas.