Two Technologies ProMotion Product manual

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ProMotion
Technical Reference Manual

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ProMotion Technical Reference Manual
Document Number: 15774(1.0.0.0)
Date of Last Revision: December 4, 2008
Copyright © 1998 – 2008, Two Technologies, Inc.
All rights reserved.
Printed in the United States of America
Copyrights and Trademarks
The 2T logo is a registered trademark and ProMotion is a trademark of Two Technologies, Inc.
Other products or company names mentioned herein may be the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective companies.
Reproduction Rights
This manual contains proprietary information. Permission to reproduce or otherwise use portions of the
material presented herein is explicitly given to Two Technologies OEMs incorporating the ProMotion
into their products. Please note that this publication contains material that may not be appropriate for
disclosure to some end users and that Two Technologies assumes no responsibility for technical
support burdens incurred, or any other consequences of OEM documentation decisions.
Changes and Addendum
Since Two Technologies is continuously improving the functionality and quality of its products, certain
information may not be included in this manual at its time of release. As a result, Two Technologies
may provide changed material as separate sheets included with this manual or separately in the form of
a change package, as it deems necessary.
Contact Information
Two Technologies, Inc.
419 Sargon Way
Horsham, PA 19044
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.2T.com
To contact Two Technologies by e-mail:
•Sales: [email protected]
•Customer Service: [email protected]
•Technical Services: [email protected]
•Repair Services: [email protected]

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Warranty Information
Seller warrants that the product specified in this agreement are free of defects in materials and
workmanship, and shall conform to the latest specifications published prior to Buyer’s acceptance of the
agreement for a period of three years.
Product specifications as defined supersede previous specifications and are complete. Any parameter
that is not specifically defined in the specifications is expressly excluded from the warranty. This
warranty does not apply to any product which have been subject to misuse, accident, alteration, or if
the unit has been serviced by anyone other than an authorized representative of Seller.
Seller’s sole obligation to Buyer for products failing to meet specifications shall be, at Seller’s discretion,
to repair or replace the non-conforming device.
After receiving a Return Authorization (RA) number and a mailing address from Seller, a defective unit
covered under this warranty may be returned freight prepaid. Any replacement or repaired product
shall carry only the unexpired term of the warranty plus any the period required for repair.
If Buyer has been expressly designated as an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) by Seller, the
warranty period shall commence upon the earlier date of (i) delivery to Buyer’s first customer, or (ii)
180 days from the original date of shipment by Seller. In the events that products for which: (a) Buyer
has title and, (b) have never been used, and (c) have been in the Buyer’s possession for more than 180
days and, (d) have an unaltered date code attached, may for an established fixed fee which will not
exceed ten percent (10%) of the original purchase price, have the date code updated by the Seller and
thereby reestablish those products with a new warranty.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND ARE MADE EXPRESSLY
IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR BY
OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OR
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR USE. TWO TECHNOLOGIES NEITHER ASSUMES NOR
AUTHORIZES ANY OTHER PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN
CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION OR USE OF ITS PRODUCTS AND TWO
TECHNOLOGIES MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER FOR PRODUCTS NOT
MANUFACTURED BY TWO TECHNOLOGIES.
TWO TECHNOLOGIES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES DUE TO DELAYS IN DELIVERIES
OR USE AND SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER ARISING FROM CONTRACT, TORT OR NEGLIGENCE,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF GOODWILL, OVERHEAD OR
OTHER LIKE DAMAGES.
To maintain your warranty and to avoid creating hazards, only qualified personnel should perform
authorized modifications to Two Technologies’ products. Two Technologies cannot assume
responsibility for any condition affecting the proper operation of this equipment that may result from
unauthorized modifications.
Product Returns
If, after inspection, you note any product damage or discrepancies, please contact us promptly within
five days of receipt. If the exterior of the package shows obvious signs of damage, please contact your
carrier directly.
All items returned to Two Technologies require a Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Please
contact Two Technologies’ Service department to request an RMA number.

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Regulatory Notices
FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.
Canadian Compliance
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectrique dépassant les limites applicables
aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique
édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
Certifications
UL
This product is a UL 1740 recognized component and meet the safety standard for industrial robots and
robotic equipment as set forth by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL).
CENELEC
*
EMI Standards
•EN55022: 1998 (CISPR22, Class B) Information Technology
•EN55011 (CISPR11, Class A) Industrial, Scientific and Medical
EMC Standards
•EN50082-1: 1997, General Immunity Part 1
•EN55024: 98 (CISPR24: 1997) Information Technology Equipment
Safety Standards
•EN60950: 2000 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
* Standard Configuration
Warnings
Changes or modifications to this unit, which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for
regulatory compliance, could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
Electrostatic discharge (static electricity) can have unpredictable adverse effects on
any electronic device. Although the design of this product incorporates extensive
ESD-related precautions, ESD can still cause problems. It is good practice to
discharge static by touching a grounded metal object before inserting cards or
connecting devices.

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Product Selection Guide
The ProMotion is an ASCII terminal for use with computers, properly equipped instruments and
industrial machinery. It features a 20, 30 or 45-key keypad with tactile feedback and a 192 x 128-pixel
liquid crystal alphanumeric display that can show either 8 lines of 24 or 16 lines of 32 characters. Four
programmable LEDs are optional.
The ProMotion is available in a number of configurations. A suffix applied to the model number
identifies the configuration as shown below:
PRM
Case Color
BK = Black
GY = Gray
BU = Blue
YL = Yellow
LED Options
LED = 4 LEDs
Power Supply
1 = 5V
2 = 7.5 to 12V 1
H = 9.5V to 28V 2
Interface
R2 = RS-232
R4 = RS-422
RT = CMOS/TTL
Keypad Type
Blank = Membrane
EK = Elastomeric
KL = Backlit Keypad
# Keys
20, 30, 45
Display Type
N = Supertwist
NEL = Supertwist Backlit
TEL = Ext. Temp. Backlit
1. A linear regulator (7805A) with a minimum input of 7.5 V and a maximum voltage of 28.0 V that dissipates one watt of
power thereby limiting maximum permissible input voltage according to current draw of terminal.
2. A switching type voltage regulator with a minimum input of 9.5 V and a maximum voltage of 28.0 V. Since input
voltage is not dependent on the terminal’s current draw, it is suitable for all options.

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Power Requirements
Power Supply Options
Depending on the current draw requirements, the ProMotion may require the use of different
power supplies. Use the configuration number listed below (see previous page) to determine
the correct power supply:
•"-1"—requires connection to a 5-volt ± 5% regulated power source.
•"-2"—requires connection to a power source between 7.5 and 12 VDC that can source
adequate current. However, depending on a unit's total current draw, an input of up
to 28 VDC may be applied. See chart on next page.
•"-H"—requires connection to a power source between 9.5 and 28 VDC that can source
adequate current. However, input voltage is not dependent on a terminal’s current
draw and may be used with all terminal options.
Calculating Total Current Draw
The table below summarizes the current draw requirements for the ProMotion in various
configurations (measured at its interface connector). Values listed are approximate due to
variations in individual components—actual values may vary.
Current Draw for Basic Configuration
Configuration Description Draw
PRM45R2 Base Unit with RS-232 55 mA
PRM45R4 Base Unit with RS-422 65 mA
Current Draw for Options
NEL Supertwist Backlit Display Add 60 mA
KL Backlit Keypad Add 80 mA
LED LED Indicators Add 4 mA per LED
To calculate the total current draw for your terminal configuration:
1. Read the model number on the back of your terminal.
2. Using the model number and the table above, add the current draw for each option
to that of the base unit.
Example 1—PRMNEL45R2:
RS-232 Option 55 mA
Supertwist Backlit Display 60 mA
Calculated Total Current 115 mA
Example 2—PRMNEL45KLR2:
RS-232 Option 55 mA
Supertwist Backlit Display 60 mA
Backlit Keypad 80 mA
Calculated Total Current 195 mA

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Determining the Maximum Input Voltage Allowed
The maximum input voltage allowed is based on a unit’s current draw.
To determine the maximum input voltage allowed based on current:
1. Calculate the maximum current draw using the table on the previous page.
2. On the following chart, locate the Calculated Total Current on the Calculated
Operating Current axis of the chart, and then move to the top of Operating Voltage
range.
3. Look at the corresponding Maximum Input Voltage Allowed where the intersection
occurs to find the maximum useable voltage for your terminal configuration.
Restricted Input Voltage vs. Current Draw
7.5
8.5
9.5
10.5
11.5
12.5
13.5
14.5
15.5
16.5
17.5
18.5
19.5
20.5
21.5
22.5
23.5
24.5
25.5
26.5
27.5
4003703403102802502201901601301007040 Calculated Operating Current (mA)
Maximum Input Voltage Allowed
Using Example 1 and the chart above, the 115 mA drawn by the PRMNEL45R2
intersects with 13.70 volts. If the maximum supply voltage to the terminal is greater
than 13.70 VDC, it requires a -H power supply configuration.
Using Example 2 and the chart above, the 195 mA drawn by the PRMNEL45KLR2
intersects with 10.13 volts. If the maximum supply voltage to the terminal is greater
than 10.13 VDC, it requires a -H power supply configuration.
To clarify, if your system is supplying 12.00 VDC, the power is acceptable for the
PRMNEL45R2 (Example 1), but not for the PRMNEL45KLR2 (Example 2). Applying
12.00 VDC to the PTNEL45KLR2 (Example 2) will damage it.
Operating
Volta
g
e
Example 1
115 mA, 13.70 VDC
Example 2
195 mA, 10.13 VDC

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Contents
Chapter 1. OVERVIEW ......................................................................................................................1
About this Manual ................................................................................................................................... 1
Symbols and Conventions .................................................................................................................. 1
About Two Technologies ........................................................................................................................ 2
About the ProMotion............................................................................................................................... 2
ProMotion Features ............................................................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2. OPERATION.....................................................................................................................5
Controls and Indicators........................................................................................................................... 5
ProMotion Safety Switches ..................................................................................................................... 6
Liveman Operation.............................................................................................................................. 6
E-Stop Operation.................................................................................................................................. 6
Connecting the Terminal......................................................................................................................... 7
Internal Communication Devices ...................................................................................................... 7
Signal and Pin Assignments ............................................................................................................... 7
The Boot Sequence ................................................................................................................................... 8
Keypad Operation.................................................................................................................................... 9
Display Operation.................................................................................................................................... 9
Cursor Position..................................................................................................................................... 9
Contrast Adjustment ......................................................................................................................... 10
Operating Modes.................................................................................................................................... 10
Host Control ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3. MANUAL CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................11
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Parameter Menu Settings...................................................................................................................... 11
Baud Rate ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Data Bits .............................................................................................................................................. 11
Parity.................................................................................................................................................... 12
Stop Bits............................................................................................................................................... 12
Display PE........................................................................................................................................... 13
Repeat .................................................................................................................................................. 13
Key Click ............................................................................................................................................. 14
KNP Function ..................................................................................................................................... 14
Cursor .................................................................................................................................................. 14
Cursor Blink........................................................................................................................................ 14
XON/XOFF......................................................................................................................................... 14
Handshake .......................................................................................................................................... 14
Echo...................................................................................................................................................... 15
Escape Mode....................................................................................................................................... 15
CR/LF Mode....................................................................................................................................... 15
Self-Test ............................................................................................................................................... 15
Shift Lock............................................................................................................................................. 16
Scroll .................................................................................................................................................... 16
View Angle (Contrast)....................................................................................................................... 16
Break Commands............................................................................................................................... 17
Screen Size........................................................................................................................................... 17
Backlight.............................................................................................................................................. 17
Menu Modes ....................................................................................................................................... 17
Parameter Menu Summary............................................................................................................... 18

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Viewing Parameter Settings..................................................................................................................19
Changing Parameter Settings ...............................................................................................................19
Loading Factory Default Settings.........................................................................................................20
Setting the Contrast Midpoint.......................................................................................................... 21
Restricting Access...................................................................................................................................21
Chapter 4. KEY PROGRAMMING...................................................................................................... 23
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................23
Defining Key Output .............................................................................................................................23
Extended Key Functionality .................................................................................................................26
Break Commands...............................................................................................................................26
Output Control Commands..............................................................................................................27
Pause Commands...............................................................................................................................27
Branching Commands .......................................................................................................................28
Handshake-Out Manipulation Commands....................................................................................29
Extended Function Key Command Summary ...............................................................................30
Chapter 5. ANSI MODE HOST COMMANDS...................................................................................... 31
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................31
Cursor Commands.................................................................................................................................32
CR/LF Commands.................................................................................................................................33
Erasure Commands................................................................................................................................34
Reset Commands....................................................................................................................................34
Escape Mode Commands......................................................................................................................34
Character Attribute Commands...........................................................................................................35
Key Attribute Commands.....................................................................................................................36
Self-Test & Return Commands.............................................................................................................37
Display Attribute Commands ..............................................................................................................38
Sound Commands..................................................................................................................................38
LED Control Commands.......................................................................................................................39
Parameter Modification Commands ...................................................................................................40
Programming Key Commands.............................................................................................................42
Custom Character Commands .............................................................................................................44
Graphics Mode .......................................................................................................................................46
Graphic Files .......................................................................................................................................47
Graphics Mode Commands..............................................................................................................48
Real-Time Graphic Commands........................................................................................................49
Advanced Control Mode.......................................................................................................................51
ACM Control Commands.................................................................................................................53
Shift and Ctrl Key Control Commands ...........................................................................................53
ANSI Mode Host Command Summary ..............................................................................................56
Chapter 6. PRIVATE HOST COMMANDS ............................................................................................ 59
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................59
Cursor Commands.................................................................................................................................59
Erasure Commands................................................................................................................................62
Character Attribute Commands...........................................................................................................62
Escape Mode Commands......................................................................................................................63
Key Attribute Commands.....................................................................................................................63
Sound Commands..................................................................................................................................63
Return Commands.................................................................................................................................64
Display Attribute Commands ..............................................................................................................64
Private Mode Host Command Summary ...........................................................................................65