VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Models VX225 and VX227 ------------------------------------------------------------ Installation Information Order Number: EK-VXT15-IN. B01 November 1992 This document describes how to · Install the VX225 and VX227 models of the VXT 2000 windowing terminal · Add memory to the terminal Revision/Update Information: This is a revised document. Digital Equipment Corporation Maynard, Massachusetts ------------------------------------------------------------ First Edition, April 1992 Second Edition, November 1992 The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Digital Equipment Corporation. Digital Equipment Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. The software described in this document is furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license. 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MPRII NOTICE: The VXT 2000 models VX225 and VX227 conform to the guidelines of the Swedish Standard SS 436 14 90 and NBOSH (Swedish National Council for Metrology and Testing Display Units), Test Methods MPR-2 1990:8. The following are trademarks of Digital Equipment Corporation: DEC, DECdirect, DECnet, DECwindows, ThinWire, ULTRIX, VMS, VXT 2000, and the DIGITAL logo. UNIX is a trademark of UNIX System Laboratories, Inc. Motif is a trademark of The Open Software Foundation, Inc. This document was prepared using VAX DOCUMENT, Version 2.0. ------------------------------------------------------------ Contents About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v 1 Preparing the Site About Your Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Memory Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Preparing the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Selecting a Location for Your Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Other Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Installing Your Terminal Installation Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpack and check the contents of each carton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Place the terminal in position. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Install options first. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connect the cables to the rear of the terminal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Check the terminal's test display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Final Steps... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Installation Problem? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 3 Making Adjustments Identifying Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Turning On the Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adjusting the Tilt-Swivel Stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Adjusting the VX225 Rotation and Centering Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Adjusting the VX227 Rotation and Centering Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 iii A Solving Problems Correcting Display Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 If the Terminal Window Is Not Displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 B Installing Optional Memory Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Installing Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Removing Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 C Options and Documentation Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 D Finding a Comfortable Working Position E Specifications Index iv ------------------------------------------------------------ About This Guide Purpose This guide describes how to · Install your VXT 2000 model VX225 or VX227 windowing terminal · Make simple video display adjustments · Solve simple display problems After installation, see VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Getting Started to start using your terminal. Who Should Use This Guide This guide is for the installer and new user of the terminal. Organization This guide contains three chapters and five appendixes: ------------------------------------------------------------ This Section . . . Describes . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Chapter 1 How to prepare your work site before you install the terminal. Chapter 2 How to install your terminal and connect it to a local area network. Chapter 3 How to make simple video display adjustments, such as contrast and brightness. Appendix A How to correct simple display problems and determine if your terminal is at fault when you have installation problems. Appendix B How to install or remove optional memory modules inside the terminal. Appendix C Options and related documentation you can order from Digital. Appendix D Tips on seating positions and avoiding physical discomfort. v ------------------------------------------------------------ This Section . . . Describes . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Appendix E General, environmental, and electrical specifications for the terminal. ------------------------------------------------------------ Conventions The following conventions are used in this guide: ------------------------------------------------------------ Convention Meaning ------------------------------------------------------------ Mouse Refers to any pointing device, such as a mouse, a puck, or a stylus. MB1, MB2, and MB3 MB1 indicates the left mouse button. MB2 indicates the middle mouse button. MB3 indicates the right mouse button. Users can exchange the MB1 and MB3 button assignments if desired. See VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal User Information to change button assignments. ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Return ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Keys or switches that are labeled appear in a box. Note Provides general information about the current topic. Caution Provides information to prevent damage to equipment or software. Warning Contains information to prevent personal injury. Menu items . . . Menu items followed by . . . display a dialog box when chosen. ------------------------------------------------------------ Note to the Reader The screens and windows shown in this guide represent the latest information available at the time of publication. Some screens and windows may not exactly match those that appear on your terminal. vi 1 ------------------------------------------------------------ Preparing the Site This chapter describes your terminal's memory requirements and how to prepare a suitable working environment for the terminal. About Your Terminal The terminal is a compact windowing terminal that lets you display X window applications from computer systems on your network. For example, you can use DECwindows Motif applications. The terminal also provides DECterm terminal windows, compatible with VT300 series text terminals. The terminal is one of Digital's family of X window terminals. The terminal can work with systems that use the UNIX, ULTRIX, or VMS operating system. VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal User Information describes the terminal's features in detail. Memory Requirements When you turn on the terminal, it loads its VXT software from a server (such as Digital's InfoServer) or from a host computer system. There are different memory requirements for using server-based or host-based software. The optional image accelerator board for the VX227 model also requires more memory. ------------------------------------------------------------ If You Use... And... Your Terminal Needs... ------------------------------------------------------------ Server-based VXT software - 4 megabytes of memory Server-based VXT software Image accelerator board 6 megabytes Host-based VXT software - 10 megabytes Host-based VXT software Image accelerator board 12 megabytes ------------------------------------------------------------ The standard terminal comes with 4 megabytes of memory. Appendixes B and C describe how to install and order additional memory. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 1 Preparing the Site Preparing the Network Before you install your terminal, make sure your system manager has prepared your network environment to support the terminal. Special hardware and software are required to support the terminal. See your system manager to make sure these requirements are met. Selecting a Location for Your Terminal · Select a surface area that is large enough to hold your terminal, keyboard, mouse, and mouse pad. · Select a location near ac power outlets and communication connectors. · Keep your terminal away from heaters, photocopiers, direct sunlight, and abrasive particles. · Do not block the air vents of the terminal. Blocking the air vents can cause the terminal to overheat. · Keep the air well circulated, to prevent excess heat and dust from accumulating. Other Suggestions Digital's video terminals have a number of built-in features to provide a more comfortable working environment. Here are some other suggestions for preparing your site. Arranging the Lighting · Avoid direct lighting or sunlight on the screen, which causes glare and reflections. · Try to place lighting behind or to the side of your working position. · Distribute available light evenly on all work surfaces. Eliminating Distractions · Background noise above 65 dBA is tiring. Sound-absorbing materials (curtains, carpeting, and acoustic tile) can help reduce background noise. · Movement around the work area can be distracting. Use curtains or partitions behind the terminal and to the sides--at least 158 cm (5 ft) for a sitting position, 183 cm (6 ft) for a standing position. 2 Installation Information Preparing the Site · If you install several terminals near each other, keep them a minimum of 70 cm (28 in) apart (center to center), and preferably 122 cm (48 in) to 152 cm (60 in). Keeping the Environment Comfortable · Keep the office temperature between 20° and 23° C (68° and 74° F), at 30 to 70 percent relative humidity. · Provide adequate air ventilation to operate the equipment and avoid fatigue. · Control static electricity. Some causes of static electricity are clothing and carpeting materials (such as wool and nylon), metal frame furniture, and poor grounding (two-pronged plugs). VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 3 2 ------------------------------------------------------------ Installing Your Terminal This chapter provides step-by-step instructions on how to · Unpack, inspect, and check the terminal's components · Connect the mouse, keyboard, and network cable to your terminal · Connect an optional printer or tablet · Verify the installation ------------------------------------------------------------ Before You Start ------------------------------------------------------------ Carefully read all installation instructions before you turn on the power. ------------------------------------------------------------ Installation Steps Unpack and check the contents of each carton. ------------------------------------------------------------ WARNING ------------------------------------------------------------ If necessary, use two people to lift or move the terminal. ------------------------------------------------------------ · Make sure you have all the items shown in the following Standard Parts Checklist. · If you ordered optional memory, image accelerator, cables, or adapters, also refer to the Optional Parts Checklist. · Carefully inspect the components for shipping damage. If you have missing or damaged items, contact your sales representative and delivery agent. · Save the empty shipping cartons and packing material for repacking, in case you move or relocate your terminal. 4 Installation Information Installing Your Terminal Standard Parts Checklist ! VXT 2000 model VX225 or VX227 windowing terminal " User documentation kit # Mouse and mouse pad $ Terminal power cord % One keyboard and legend strip: a. LK401/LK402 ANSI (standard or word processing style) b. LK421 short ANSI (UNIX style) c. LK443/LK444 PC (no legend strip) VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 5 Installing Your Terminal Optional Parts Checklist ------------------------------------------------------------ Caution ------------------------------------------------------------ If you ordered memory modules or an image accelerator board, do not remove them from the antistatic bag at this time. Static electricity can damage these components. ------------------------------------------------------------ ! 2- or 4-megabyte memory module (up to three modules) " Image accelerator board (VX227 model only) # Serial port and parallel port cables and adapters (adapters not shown) $ Thickwire Ethernet network cable % Twisted-pair Ethernet network cable & ThinWire Ethernet network cable, T-connector, and terminator 6 Installation Information Installing Your Terminal Place the terminal in position. Place the terminal on a level surface, following the Chapter 1 guidelines. Leave room at the rear of the terminal for connecting cables. Install options first. Install options in the following order: Memory modules Go to Appendix B. Image accelerator board Refer to the guide included with the board. After you install options, return here. Connect the cables to the rear of the terminal. Refer to the following figure and connect cables in order. The figure shows the VX227 model, but the VX225 layout is similar. ! Make sure the power switch at the front of the terminal is off. You press the switch in to turn the terminal on, and out to turn the terminal off. Connect the power cord to the terminal, then to a grounded electrical outlet. " Connect the keyboard to the terminal. Lower the keyboard's legs and install the legend strip for the top-row keys. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 7 Installing Your Terminal # Connect the mouse or graphics tablet to the terminal. Set the mouse on the mouse pad. $ If you have a serial printer or secondary host computer, connect the printer or host to the terminal. % If you have a parallel printer, connect the printer to the terminal. & Connect your network cable to the terminal. Connect the other end of the cable to your local area network. Some terminals have (a) a thickwire connector and (b) a twisted-pair connector. Other terminals have (c) a ThinWire connector. Check the terminal's test display. 1. Turn the terminal on by pressing in the power switch at the front of the terminal. The light on the switch should turn on. 2. The terminal performs its self-tests. During the tests, you should see the following display on your terminal: Display Meaning VXT V0n.nnn VXT boot ROM version number 08-00-2B-11-22-33 Terminal's Ethernet address nnMB Megabytes of memory installed (4 to 16) Self-test progress indicator (Fills in as tests are completed.) IMG Image accelerator board (if installed) If you installed additional memory: While the self-tests are running, make sure the amount of memory listed in the self-test display (nnMB) equals the total number of megabytes installed in your terminal. The standard terminal comes with 4 megabytes of memory. You can install up to three 2- or 4-megabyte optional memory modules. If you installed an image accelerator board: While the self-tests are running, make sure the board is listed in the self-test display, (IMG). 3. When the self-tests are done, the terminal loads its software from a supporting host system or server (such as Digital's InfoServer). Then the terminal displays the Terminal Manager window, unless your system manager has changed the terminal's settings. 8 Installation Information Installing Your Terminal Terminal Manager Window You may also see a log-in box from your host system, if your system manager has set up the terminal's AutoStart feature. Final Steps... · This is a good time to set the brightness, contrast, and viewing angle of your terminal. See Chapter 3. · To start using your terminal, see VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Getting Started. Installation Problem? If the Terminal Manager window does not appear or you have other problems, review the installation steps carefully. If the problem continues, refer to Appendix A in this manual. The Help menu at the upper right of the Terminal Manager window only appears on server-based terminals. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 9 3 ------------------------------------------------------------ Making Adjustments This chapter describes the terminal's controls and indicators. The chapter describes how to adjust the controls so you can set up screen display. The figures in this chapter show the VX225 model. The VX227 controls are in the same location. The chapter covers the following topics: · Identifying Controls and Indicators · Turning On the Terminal · Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness Controls · Adjusting the Tilt-Swivel Stand · Adjusting the VX225 Rotation and Centering Controls · Adjusting the VX227 Rotation and Centering Controls 10 Installation Information Making Adjustments Identifying Controls and Indicators The terminal has the following controls and indicators: ------------------------------------------------------------ Item Control or Indicator Function ------------------------------------------------------------ ! Power switch and indicator light (VX225 shown) Turns the terminal's power on and off. When the power is on, the indicator light is on. For extended monitor life, turn the power off when not in use. " Contrast Adjusts the video display intensity. # Brightness Adjusts the video background intensity. $ Rotation Lets you rotate the VX225 screen display if it is tilted. % Horizontal centering Adjusts the VX225 screen display to the left or right. & Vertical centering Adjusts the VX225 screen display up or down. ------------------------------------------------------------ On the VX227 model, you can center or rotate the screen display from the keyboard. See ``Adjusting the VX227 Rotation and Centering Controls'' in this chapter. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 11 Making Adjustments Turning On the Terminal ------------------------------------------------------------ Caution ------------------------------------------------------------ To avoid damage to the terminal, allow a cold terminal to warm to room temperature before turning it on. ------------------------------------------------------------ Push in the power switch. The switch's indicator light should turn on. Wait about 20 seconds for a video display. If the video display does not appear or the light does not turn on, refer to Appendix A. Adjusting the Contrast and Brightness Controls 1. Set the contrast " and brightness # controls to their maximum level by turning them all the way to the right. 2. Decrease the brightness until the background intensity or raster just disappears. 3. Adjust the contrast to your viewing preference. 12 Installation Information Making Adjustments Adjusting the Tilt-Swivel Stand You can swivel the terminal about its base and still maintain the tilt angle. ------------------------------------------------------------ Caution ------------------------------------------------------------ The terminal does not swivel in a complete circle. If you try to swivel the terminal in a complete circle, you could damage the base. ------------------------------------------------------------ To adjust the tilt angle, hold the base and either pull up or push down on the bottom of the bezel. Use a side-to-side swivel motion to aid the tilting effort. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 13 Making Adjustments Adjusting the VX225 Rotation and Centering Controls · If the display is tilted, adjust the rotation control $. · If the display is off-center, adjust the horizontal % or vertical centering & controls. ------------------------------------------------------------ Note ------------------------------------------------------------ Due to the earth's magnetic field, the video display may shift slightly when the terminal is rotated or moved from one place to another. ------------------------------------------------------------ 14 Installation Information Making Adjustments Adjusting the VX227 Rotation and Centering Controls To center or rotate the screen display, you use your keyboard and a simple setup screen accessed from the Customize pull-down menu in the Terminal Manager window. To view the video alignment screen: 1. Turn on the terminal. The terminal performs its self-tests, then displays the Terminal Manager window. If the Terminal Manager window is not displayed, your system manager may have changed the terminal's default settings. 2. Point to the Customize menu name in the Terminal Manager window's menu bar. Click mouse button 1 (MB1) to display the Customize menu. 3. Point to the Video Alignment . . . menu item and click MB1 to display the video alignment dialog box. 4. If the display is off-center, use the video centering arrows displayed in the dialog box. Each time you click MB1 on a centering arrow, the display shifts in the direction of the arrow. 5. If the display is tilted, use one of the rotation arrows displayed in the dialog box. Each time you click on a rotation arrow, the display rotates in the direction of the arrow. 6. Click on the OK button to save your new settings and dismiss the video alignment dialog box. Click on the Cancel button to dismiss the dialog box without saving your new settings. For more information on the video alignment dialog box, see VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal User Information. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 15 A ------------------------------------------------------------ Solving Problems This appendix provides you with information to determine the source of an installation failure and correct simple problems. This appendix covers the following topics: · Correcting Display Problems · If the Terminal Window Is Not Displayed Correcting Display Problems If you screen display is blank, distorted, or not aligned, try the following: ------------------------------------------------------------ If the . . . Then . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Screen is blank and the power indicator light is off Check all power cord and cable connections. Check that the power switch is on. Check that the power outlet is okay by plugging in another piece of equipment that you know is working. Screen is blank and the power indicator light is on Check the brightness and contrast adjustment controls. Press any key to reactivate the display. Screen display is distorted or rolling Move any electromechanical device, such as a fan, a motor, or an electric pencil sharpener, away from the terminal, or move the terminal. Display area is not centered on the screen Use the horizontal, vertical, and rotation controls to adjust the display area. ------------------------------------------------------------ If you perform all the suggested solutions and the problem still exists, contact your system manager or Digital service representative. 16 Installation Information Solving Problems If the Terminal Window Is Not Displayed When you turn on the terminal, it performs its self-tests. Then the terminal displays the Terminal Manager window, unless your system manager has set up the terminal differently. If the Terminal Manager window is not displayed, you may have a problem with the terminal, the network, or your server. To see if the problem is in the terminal: 1. Turn the terminal's power switch off. 2. Disconnect your network cable from the terminal. 3. Turn the terminal's power switch on. The terminal performs its self-tests. You should see the following display with the network cable disconnected: Display Meaning VXT V0n.nnn VXT boot ROM version number 08-00-2B-11-22-33 Terminal's Ethernet address !nnMB Megabytes of memory installed Self-test progress indicator ?? 001 9 VNI 0168 Error for disconnected network cable " (any other error code...) >>> ! Make sure the memory size listed equals the amount of memory installed in the terminal. If not, remove and reinstall optional memory modules (Appendix B). If there is still a problem, contact your system manager. " If you see another error code here, the problem is in the terminal. Here are some errors you can correct: ------------------------------------------------------------ Error Code Solution ------------------------------------------------------------ ?MOP 255 Add terminal memory to load the VXT system image. ?? 003 3 QDZ 0096 Check that the mouse is plugged in correctly. ?? 002 3 QDZ 0080 Check that the keyboard is plugged in correctly. ?? 020 12 IMG 0016 Check that the image accelerator module is seated correctly. ------------------------------------------------------------ If you do not see another error code, the problem is related to your network, host system, or server. In any case, provide the results to your system manager. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 17 Solving Problems Other Problems? VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal User Information contains an appendix on solving problems and getting service. 18 Installation Information B ------------------------------------------------------------ Installing Optional Memory The appendix covers the following topics: · Installing Memory Modules · Removing Memory Modules Before You Start To install optional memory in the terminal, you must open the terminal's rear cover. Before you open the terminal's rear cover or remove parts from their antistatic shipping bag, read through the steps for installing your memory option. Static electricity can cause damage to some components. Installing Memory Modules If you ordered additional memory for your terminal, you should install it before connecting the cables. You may receive up to three memory modules. VX227 model: Install any memory modules before installing an optional image accelerator board. Use a grounding wrist strap and an antistatic mat to perform the installation, if available. Otherwise, frequently touch the metal chassis of the terminal during installation, to equalize any existing static charges. ------------------------------------------------------------ Caution ------------------------------------------------------------ Memory modules can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Handle the modules by their edges. Avoid contact with the gold contact fingers on the module. ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 19 Installing Optional Memory Open the terminal's rear cover. 1. If the terminal is already installed, turn the terminal off. Disconnect the power cord at the rear right of the terminal. Also disconnect the power cord from the power outlet. 2. Disconnect all remaining cables. Refer to Chapter 2 for more information. 3. Release the terminal's rear cover by pressing in the two locking tabs ! with your thumbs. 4. VX225 model: Slowly lower the cover toward you ". VX227 model: Remove the cover by pulling the cover 's slotted tabs straight out of their slots #. To close the VX225 cover, press in the two locking tabs ! with your thumbs and push the cover into place. Release the tabs to lock the cover in place. To close the VX227 cover, first insert the lower tabs in their slots. Then press in the two locking tabs ! with your thumbs and push the cover into place. Release the tabs to lock the cover in place. 20 Installation Information Installing Optional Memory Discharge the electrostatic charge. 1. After you open the rear cover, touch the terminal's metal chassis, to equalize any static charge. 2. Remove the memory modules from their antistatic bags. Install the memory modules. Refer to the following figure. 1. Find the slot labeled J1 at the right edge of the system logic board. 2. Place the first memory module into slot J1 at a 45-degree angle. The notch on the bottom corner of the memory module should fit into the bottom of the slot for the connector. 3. While pushing in on the memory module, move the memory module into a standup position. Both sides of the module lock into the metal connector clips. Make sure the plastic tabs go into the holes on the memory module. Also make sure the metal connector clips return to their original position. VX227 model: If there is an image accelerator board installed to the left of slot J3, temporarily remove the image accelerator board before trying to install a memory module in slot J3. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 21 Installing Optional Memory 4. Repeat these steps for a second and third memory module, if you ordered them. Insert the second module in slot J2 and the third module in slot J3. Connect the cables to the terminal. Return to Chapter 2 to complete the installation. Removing Memory Modules To remove memory modules from the terminal: 1. Open the rear cover. See the ``Installing Memory Modules'' section. VX227 model: If there is a image accelerator board installed to the left of slot J3, temporarily remove the image accelerator board before trying to remove the memory module in slot J3. 2. Remove the memory modules, starting with the module in slot J3. a. Release both sides of the memory module from the connector by gently pushing each clip away from the sides of the module. b. Grasp the edges of the memory module firmly and lift up to remove it from the connector. 3. Repeat these steps for each module you want to remove. Remove the module in slot J2, then the module in slot J1. 22 Installation Information C ------------------------------------------------------------ Options and Documentation This appendix lists some options and related documentation available from Digital for the VXT 2000 model VX225 and VX227 windowing terminals. Options Memory Modules ------------------------------------------------------------ Module Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ 2 MB memory module MS200-AA 4 MB memory module MS200-BA Image accelerator board (VX227 model only) 54-22339-01 ------------------------------------------------------------ Cables ------------------------------------------------------------ Cable Length Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ Network Cables ------------------------------------------------------------ Thickwire 2 m (6.5 ft) BNE4C-02 Twisted pair, uncrossed ( | | ) 3 m (10 ft) BN24G-03 Twisted pair, crossed (x) 3 m (10 ft) BN24F-03 ThinWire 3.6 m (12 ft) BC16M-12 9 m (30 ft) BC16M-30 T-connector - H8223 Terminator - H8225 LAN kit Includes 3.6 m (12 ft) cable, T-connector, and terminator BC16T-12 VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 23 Options and Documentation ------------------------------------------------------------ Cable Length Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ AC Power Cables ------------------------------------------------------------ Australia, New Zealand BN25R-2E Austria, Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden BN25V-2E Canada BN19R-1K Denmark BN22H-2E Ireland, United Kingdom BN26C-2E Italy BN24Z-2E Switzerland BN22A-2E ------------------------------------------------------------ For parallel and serial port cables and adapters, contact your Digital sales representative. Related Documentation This document is part of the terminal's user documentation kit. ------------------------------------------------------------ Document Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 User Documentation Kit EK-VXT15-DK VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Models VX225 and VX227 Installation Information EK-VXT15-IN VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Getting Started EK-VXT20-GS VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal User Information EK-VXT20-UG VXT 2000 Windowing Terminal Release Notes EK-VXT20-RN ------------------------------------------------------------ You can also order the following related documents from Digital. Check with your Digital sales representative for availability in your country. ------------------------------------------------------------ Software and Service Documentation Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT Software System Management Information AA-PPSAB-TE VXT Software Version 1.2 Installation Information AA-PJHFC-TE VXT Software Release Notes AV-PKWSC-TE VXT 2000 Model VX225 Windowing Terminal Service Information EK-VXT15-SV 24 Installation Information Options and Documentation ------------------------------------------------------------ Software and Service Documentation Part Number ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT 2000 Model VX227 Windowing Terminal Service Information EK-VXT17-SV ------------------------------------------------------------ Ordering Information You can order options and documentation by mail, phone, or electronically. Need Help? If you need help deciding which documentation best meets your needs, please call 800-DIGITAL (800-344-4825) and press 2 for technical assistance. Electronic Orders To place an order through your account at the Electronic Store, dial 800- 234-1998, using a modem set to 2400 or 9600 baud. If you need help, call 800-DIGITAL (800-344-4825) and ask for an Electronic Store specialist. Telephone or Direct Mail Orders ------------------------------------------------------------ If You Are From . . . Call . . . Or Write . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ U.S.A. DECdirect Phone: 800-DIGITAL (800-344-4825) FAX: (603) 884-5597 Digital Equipment Corporation P.O. Box CS2008 Nashua, New Hampshire 03061 Puerto Rico Phone: 809-754-7575 FAX: (613) 592-1946 Digital Equipment Caribbean, Inc. 3 Digital Plaza, 1st Street Suite 200 Metro Office Park San Juan, Puerto Rico 00920 Canada Phone: 800-267-6215 FAX: (613) 592-61946 Digital Equipment of Canada Ltd. 100 Herzberg Road Kanata, Ontario, Canada K2K 2A6 Attn: DECdirect Sales International - Local Digital subsidiary or approved distributor ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 25 Options and Documentation Digital Personnel You can order documentation by electronic mail. Contact the following organizations for instructions: ------------------------------------------------------------ If You Need . . . Call . . . Contact . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Software documentation 1 DTN: 241-3023 Software Supply Business Digital Equipment Corporation 1 Digital Drive Westminster, MA 01473 Hardware documentation DTN: 234-4325 (508) 351-4325 FAX: (508) 351-4467 Publishing & Circulation Services NRO2-2/I5 444 Whitney Street Digital Equipment Corporation Northboro, MA 01532 ------------------------------------------------------------ 1 You must request an electronic Internal Software Order Form. ------------------------------------------------------------ 26 Installation Information D ------------------------------------------------------------ Finding a Comfortable Working Position Eyesight · There is no evidence that eye damage can be caused by working at video terminals. Eye fatigue can be caused by a number of factors, such as glare, the image quality of the video display, uncomfortable furniture, and uncorrected eyesight. · If your eyes cannot focus easily to read at different distances, you may need special glasses to focus at the distance between your working position and the screen. · When working at the terminal, relax your eyes periodically by looking at distant objects. Physical Discomforts · Neck, shoulder, back, and arm discomfort may occur after working for prolonged periods at the terminal. These problems are related to posture and furniture rather than the terminal. · Take periodic work breaks. Morning, lunch, and afternoon breaks meet most recommendations. Take advantage of work breaks to move around and do simple muscle-relaxing exercises. Seating Position · Use a seat that promotes proper posture, with adjustments for seat height and lower back support. Use a headrest, if needed. · Place feet flat on the floor or footrest, with lower legs approximately vertical and thighs approximately horizontal. Place your weight on the buttocks, not thighs. Avoid compressing the area behind the knees, which could restrict blood flow. · Keep your upper body erect and support your lower back with a backrest. VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 27 Finding a Comfortable Working Position · Your upper arms should hang comfortably from your shoulder joints and straight down at the sides. Place your forearms within a 70 to 90 degree angle, so your elbows support your arm weight. Do not flex or extend your wrists more than 15 degrees. · Incline your head downward, but no more than 15 to 20 degrees. · If you use a mouse: Rest your hand on the mouse so that your wrist does not drag along the work surface. Operate the mouse close to your body's centerline. Leaning over to operate a mouse can be tiring. 28 Installation Information E ------------------------------------------------------------ Specifications This appendix lists general, environmental, and electrical specifications for the terminal. Dimensions Weight Height Width Depth VX225 terminal 15 kg 400 mm 400 mm 400 mm (33 lb) (16 in) (16 in) (16 in) VX227 terminal 18 kg 419 mm 406 mm 394 mm (40 lb) (17 in) (16 in) (16 in) LK401/LK402 ANSI keyboard 1.4 kg 45 mm 478 mm 191 mm (3.1 lb) (1.75 in) (18.8 in) (7.5 in) LK421 Short ANSI keyboard 1.0 kg 51 mm 335 mm 165 mm (UNIX style) (2.2 lb) (2.0 in) (13.5 in) (6.5 in) LK443/LK444 PC keyboard 1.4 kg 50 mm 450 mm 180 mm (3.1 lb) (2.0 in) (18.25 in) (7.25 in) Mouse 97 g 32.5 mm 60.9 mm 99.1 mm (3.4 oz) (1.28 in) (2.4 in) (3.4 in) Environment Operating Storage Temperature 10° to 40° C -40° to 66° C (50° to 104° F) (-40° to 151° F) Relative humidity 10% to 90% 0% to 95% Maximum wet bulb 28° C (82° F) Minimum dew point 2° C (36° F) Maximum altitude 4.9 km (16,000 ft) 9.1 km (30,000 ft) VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 29 Specifications Electrical Line voltage (U.S.) 100 V to 120 V ac nominal single-phase, 3-wire Line voltage (Europe) 200 V to 240 V ac nominal single phase, 3-wire Line frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz VX225 input power 130 W maximum VX227 input power 170 W maximum Power cord Detachable, 3-conductor, grounded Power cord receptacle EIA specified, CEE22-6A Monitor (Screen Size and Resolution) VX225 CRT 380 mm (15 in) Resolution 100 dots/in (1024 pixels  768 lines) VX227 CRT 425 mm (17 in) Resolution 110 dots/in (1080 pixels  1024 lines) LK401 or LK402 ANSI Keyboard ------------------------------------------------------------ Item Description ------------------------------------------------------------ Number of keys 108 sculptured keys with matte finish Models Available in many language dialects, including English Cord 1.8 m (6 ft) coiled cord with a 4-pin telephone-type modular connector Indicator lights 2 keyboard indicators: Hold Lock ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Keys Approximate Size ------------------------------------------------------------ Home row 30 mm (1.18 in) above desktop Key size (top) 13 mm (0.50 in) square 30 Installation Information Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------ Keys Approximate Size ------------------------------------------------------------ Key spacing 19 mm (0.75 in) center to center (for single-width keys) Numeric keypad 18 keys Function keys 5 predefined keys, 15 user-definable keys ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Audible Indicators If enabled . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Keyclick Sounds after each keystroke. Margin bell Rings once when cursor approaches right margin Warning bell Rings for compose errors and system messages. ------------------------------------------------------------ LK421 Short ANSI Keyboard (UNIX Style) ------------------------------------------------------------ Item Description ------------------------------------------------------------ General 74 sculptured keys with matte finish Available in North American/UK version only Cord 1.8 m (6 ft) coiled cord with a 4-pin telephone-type modular connector ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Keys Approximate Size or Number ------------------------------------------------------------ Home row 30 mm (1.18 in) above desktop Key size (top) 13 mm (0.50 in) square Key spacing 19 mm (0.75 in) center to center (for single-width keys) Function keys 5 predefined keys, 15 user-definable keys (including 10 ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Extend ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ key sequences, to emulate the full set of ANSI keyboard keys) ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Audible Indicators If enabled . . . ------------------------------------------------------------ Keyclick Sounds after each keystroke. Margin bell Rings once when cursor approaches right margin. Warning bell Rings for compose errors and system messages. ------------------------------------------------------------ VXT 2000 Models VX225 and VX227 31 Specifications LK443 or LK444 PC Keyboard ------------------------------------------------------------ Item Description ------------------------------------------------------------ Number of keys 101 or 102 sculptured keys with matte finish Models Available in many language dialects, including English Cord 1.8 m (6 ft) coiled cord with a 4-pin telephone-type modular connector Indicator lights 3 keyboard indicators: Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Keys Approximate Size ------------------------------------------------------------ Home row 30 mm (1.18 in) above desktop Key size (top) 13 mm (0.50 in) square Key spacing 19 mm (0.75 in) center to center (for single-width keys) Numeric keypad 17 keys Function keys 3 predefined key, 16 user-definable keys ------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------------------------------------------------ Audible Indicators ------------------------------------------------------------ Keyclick Sounds after each keystroke. Margin bell Rings once when cursor approaches right margin. Warning bell Rings twice for errors in set-up. ------------------------------------------------------------ Mouse ------------------------------------------------------------ Item Description ------------------------------------------------------------ Switches Three tactile-feel type switches with an actuating force of 85 grams (3 ounces) 25% Surface Nonglare textured finish Cable 1.5 m (5 ft) round, 0.375 cm (0.15 in) diameter 6-conductor, number 26 stranded, shielded, high- flexibility design Connector 7-pin micro-DIN type (male) ------------------------------------------------------------ 32 Installation Information ------------------------------------------------------------ Index A ------------------------------------------------------------ Adjustments, 12 brightness, 12 centering VX225, 14 VX227, 15 contrast, 12 rotation VX225, 14 VX227, 15 tilt-swivel, 13 AutoStart feature, 9 B ------------------------------------------------------------ Brightness control, 11, 12 C ------------------------------------------------------------ Cables connections, 7 part numbers, 23 Centering control VX225, 14 VX227, 15 Contrast control, 11, 12 Controls, 11 location, 11 Cover, removing, 20 D ------------------------------------------------------------ Documentation, 24 ordering, 25 E ------------------------------------------------------------ Electrical specifications, 30 Environmental specifications, 29 Error codes, 17 Ethernet address displayed by self-test, 8 Ethernet cables, 6 H ------------------------------------------------------------ Horizontal centering control VX225, 11 VX227, 15 I ------------------------------------------------------------ Image accelerator board, 6 memory requirements, 1 Installation memory, 19 to 22 selecting a location, 2 the terminal, 4 to 9 Index-1 K ------------------------------------------------------------ Keyboard specifications, 29, 30, 31, 32 Keyboard connector, 7 L ------------------------------------------------------------ Lighting, 2 M ------------------------------------------------------------ Memory installing, 19 to 22 removing, 22 requirements, 1 verifying the installation of, 8 Monitors controls, 10 specifications, 30 Mouse specifications, 29, 32 Mouse connector, 7 N ------------------------------------------------------------ Network cables, 6 Network connectors, 7 O ------------------------------------------------------------ On/off switch, 11 Operation overview, 10 Options ordering, 25 part numbers, 23 to 24 P ------------------------------------------------------------ Parts optional parts checklist, 6 standard parts checklist, 5 Power indicator light, 11 Power switch, 7, 11 Problems, 16 R ------------------------------------------------------------ Rear cover removing, 20 Rotation control, 11 VX225, 14 VX227, 15 S ------------------------------------------------------------ Seating position, 27 Self-test display, 8 checking for an error message, 17 Serial communications cable, 6 connector, 7 Site preparation, 1 to 3, 29 Solving problems, 16 Specifications, 29 to 32 T ------------------------------------------------------------ Temperature, 3 Terminal connectors, 7 optional parts checklist, 6 standard parts checklist, 5 Terminal cover removing, 20 Terminal Manager window, 9 Thickwire Ethernet cable, 6 connector, 7 ThinWire Ethernet cable, 6 connector, 7 Tilt-swivel stand, 13 Troubleshooting, 16 Twisted-pair Ethernet cable, 6 connector, 7 Index-2 V ------------------------------------------------------------ Vertical centering control VX225, 11 VX227, 15 VX225 windowing terminal connectors, 7 controls and indicators, 11, 12, 14 installing, 4 optional parts checklist, 6 specifications, 29 standard parts checklist, 5 VX227 windowing terminal connectors, 7 controls and indicators, 11, 12, 15 installing, 4 optional parts checklist, 6 specifications, 29 standard parts checklist, 5 W ------------------------------------------------------------ Working environment, 3 Index-3