Breeze ECT User manual
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Breeze Embedded Computing Terminal
User’s Guide
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Disclaimer
This Manual has been reviewed and validated for accuracy. The descriptions it contains are
accurate for Breeze Embedded Computing Terminal. Breeze Innovation Pvt. Ltd. assumes no
liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions or discrepancies that
may appear in this manual including the product and the software described in it. It may also
be noted that this Manual is subject to change without notice.
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Trade Marks or Brand names of the respective companies and are used only for identification
and explanation to the benefit of the user.
Doc No: UG04081604
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Contents
1. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................4
2. INSTALLATION......................................................................................................................................5
2.1 Box Contents.....................................................................................................................................5
2.2 Do’s and Don’ts ................................................................................................................................5
2.3 Connecting the Cables to Terminal...................................................................................................5
2.4 Switching On the Terminal...............................................................................................................6
3. BREEZE ECT CONFIGURATION.......................................................................................................7
3.1 Configuring the terminal...................................................................................................................7
3.2 Terminal Screen Shortcut keys .........................................................................................................8
4. USER CONFIGURATION...................................................................................................................11
4.1 Profile Manager ..............................................................................................................................11
4.2 Menu...............................................................................................................................................12
4.3 Profile Manager ..............................................................................................................................13
4.3.1 Navigating the Settings in Menu.................................................................................................13
4.3.2 Save Settings...............................................................................................................................13
4.3.3 Menu –a comprehensive List .....................................................................................................14
4.3.4 Options Category........................................................................................................................15
4.3.5 Video Menu ................................................................................................................................17
4.3.6 Keyboard Menu ..........................................................................................................................18
4.3.7 SerialPort1 Menu........................................................................................................................21
4.3.8 SerialPort2 Menu........................................................................................................................23
4.3.9 Print Settings Menu.....................................................................................................................24
4.3.10 Term. Emul. Menu......................................................................................................................26
4.3.11 Profile Config .............................................................................................................................27
4.4 Reset ...............................................................................................................................................28
4.5 Power off.........................................................................................................................................29
5. ECT KEYBOARD LAYOUT................................................................................................................30
6. SERIAL PORT (RS-232 9 PIN ) INTERFACE.................................................................................32
7. SERIAL PORT (RS-232 25 PIN ) INTERFACE...............................................................................33
8. PARALLEL PORT INTERFACE ........................................................................................................35
9. GLOSSARY ..........................................................................................................................................36
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INTRODUCTION
Breeze ECT is a standalone terminal used to connect to Railway Application servers through Serial
port or through LAN for performing various activities related to Railways Ticketing applications
This can be used as a Dumb Terminal or Client of a Server based Computing System wherein all
applications and data are deployed, managed and supported on the Server. In addition, the entire
execution of the application takes place on the server. As the application logic is separated from the
user interface i.e., screen updates at the server and transported to the client, the Bandwidth occupied
is very less.
The Breeze ECT is a DEC VT320 Compatible data communication display terminal with many
advanced features. It consists of Three Modules. They are Display unit, Control Unit, and Keyboard
Unit. The Keyboard is Detachable.
This manual is intended for the users of ECT and provides the information needed to install and
operate the ECT. Screenshots have been used wherever possible to improve understanding.
Breeze ECT Features
Customized Embedded Linux OS.
Hindi language (ISCII 83/88) Printing Support.
Password Protected Setup for Local Terminal Configuration.
VT320 Terminal Emulation support with answerback.
Fully Compatible with DEC VT320 terminals.
IBM PC Keyboard Support.
A User Programmable Setup to configure the terminal’s Operating Parameters.
80 Column and 132 Column display.
Additional Status Line indicating cursor row/column and time.
Support for Centronics Parallel Printers and Serial Printers.
Telnet connectivity to Unix/Linux through LAN.
Profile configuration for choosing interfaces and server.
Ports / Interfaces
Two (RS232C) Serial Ports - One 9pin & 25Pin D type each
One 25 pin D-type Enhanced Parallel Port
Six USB ports.
Two PS2 Ports
One 10 /100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port.
SVGA Video output.
DC 12V Power Connector.
Kensington Lock.
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INSTALLATION
This chapter provides instructions to install and turn on ECT. Perform each step in order.
2.1 Box Contents
The ECT comes with the following items. Unpack the carton box and Check to make sure that you
have the following items.
i. ECT (Terminal Unit)
ii. 12V DC Adapter along with power cord
iii. User's Manual CD.
2.2 Do’s and Don’ts
Do’s and don’ts that needs to be taken care while installing the terminal is as follows
Do not place the terminal where it is subjected to a great deal of shock or vibration.
Do not use or place the terminal where there is excessive dust or heat.
Locate the terminal as far as possible from noisy electromechanical devices and avoid
locations that are characterized by strong magnetic fields.
Avoid placing objects on or around the terminal that will restrict the airflow through its
ventilation slots.
Place the terminal on a flat hard surface allowing 5 inches on all sides for ventilation.
Always use a grounded AC power outlet for powering the terminal.
Place the terminal sufficiently near the AC outlet for power connection to avoid any strain
on the AC power cord.
2.3 Connecting the Cables to Terminal
CAUTION: Do not force the connectors into the socket. If any resistance is encountered, ensure
that the connector is oriented correctly to the socket.
Before connecting the cables, ensure that the cables are of the correct lengths. Before applying power
to the terminal ensure the following:
Ensure that the Power ON Switch Located at the Front Side of the terminal is switched
off before connecting the connectors. The LED should not be glowing in the terminal.
Place the keyboard in front of the Monitor and connect the keyboard to PS/2 port on the
back side.
In case of using a RS232 Connector, Connect console cable from LANSTERM to the
Terminal to DB25 connector in the rear side. In case of using DB9 console cable connect
to the DB9 terminal Serial port.
In case of using a network connection, connect a 10/100 Base –T twisted pair network
cable to the network connector.
Depending on the configuration needs, connect a printer to the parallel port
Connect the video signal cable from the monitor to the 15 pin D type female connector at
the rear side of the Terminal. Secure the cable firmly by tightening the screws available
in the video signal cable.
Plug the Power Cord in to a 230V AC Grounded AC Outlet
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2.4 Switching On the Terminal
Connect the Power cord to the DC Adapter
Plug the DC adapter Outlet to the socket in the Terminal.
Connect the monitor to the Power source and switch on the monitor.
Press the power on switch provided in the front side of the Terminal to turn on the
terminal. The power on LED indicator located at the front will glow.
When the terminal turns on, boot messages will appear on the screen and all LEDs in
the keyboard turn on and off.
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BREEZE ECT CONFIGURATION
3.1 Configuring the terminal
Once the terminal is switched on, the Profile manager Dialog will appear
Press the Tab key in the Keyboard, So that the “Activate” button is highlighted or
selected. Then Press “Space” key Or “Enter” key to start the profile connection
By Default the profile is connected to Serial port 1.
To change any settings Press F3 in Profile screen or using Menu Button in the Profile
manager.
Figure 1
Once the activate button is pressed the terminal screen is opened as shown below
Figure 2
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3.2 Terminal Screen Shortcut keys
The below shortcut keys can be activated once the profile is activated
Switching between Active Profile and Profile manager –Ctrl + up Arrow
Menu
Invoke Menu –F3
Quit Menu –F3 / Alt
Activate Menu Item –Underlined Letter
Select item - Underlined Letter / Enter Key
Navigate Menu –Up / Down Arrow / Tab
Navigate inside menu –Right arrow / Left Arrow
Go to Parent Menu - ESC
The menu screen will appear as shown below
Figure 3
Press F3/ Alt in the parent menu to quit.
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Help
Invoke Help –Alt + F5
Help screen is displayed as shown
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Calendar
Invoke Calendar –Right ALT + Right SHIFT
Calendar Help - F6
Quit calendar –F11
Calendar screen is displayed as shown.
Figure 4
In Calendar Screen press F6 for help, to show the options as shown.
Figure 5
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