Typewriter or
The largest block of keys on the keyboard is the alphanumeric or typewriter
Alphanumeric
keyboard with all the keys for the letters of the alphabet, numerals and
Keyboard
special characters. The characters (letters, numerals and special characters)
are arranged in generally the same way as on a normal typewriter. However,
there are a number of special keys which have specific special functions for
the PG 740.
Keyboard Labeling
The keyboard has international labeling.
Figure 2-11
Special Keys
The special keys in the alphanumeric keyboard have the following functions:
Programming Device PG 740
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International
Shift
Unshift
The Keyboard Labeling System
Key
Backspace Key
This key moves the cursor one space to the left and deletes the
character at this position
Return Key
The Return or Enter key is used mainly to terminate a command
line in the operating system; that is, the command you have
typed in is executed when you press this key. For other uses of
this key, please refer to the user manual of the relevant
application program.
CAPS-LOCK Key
Caps
Lock
If you press this key, the middle LED at the top right-hand corner
of your keyboard lights up. All letters then appear in uppercase
and the upper of the two characters on the individual keys
applies. If you wish to type in lowercase letters in this position,
you must first strike the Shift key.
If you are using an international keyboard, you cancel this
function by pressing the CAPS-LOCK key again. The LED goes
out. If you have a German keyboard, you must strike the Shift
key to cancel this function.
Installing the PG 740
National
Example: German
Font size and thickness
reduced
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Together with the
\
ß
ALT
key
GR
Function
2
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