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Proterm
ProTerm Picture The ProTerm is the large-screen member of the Transtech Systems family of hand held terminals. The exceptional size and clarity of its Supertwist LCD display makes the ProTerm ideal where long-term readability is a must — and ANSI 3.64 (VT-100) compatiblity makes it the perfect hand held solution for existing products. The ProTerm is also ultra-flexible — nearly every aspect of its operation, from screen viewing angle (contrast) to display mode and key definitions, can be changed via menu selections or direct host control. Any key (except SHIFT and CONTROL) can be redefined as a character or string to a maximum of 220 bytes overall and saved in non-volatile memory. The ProTerm has selectable display modes with 8 rows of 24 characters for the ultimate in readability or 16 rows of 32 chracters for maximum display density. Available I/O configurations include RS-232 and RS-422 as well as standard CMOS/LSTTL logic levels.

Like all Transtech Systems hand held terminals, the ProTerm is remarkably rugged and specifically designed for industrial use. Its case is molded from General Electric Cycolac® ABS, one of the most durable, chemical-resistant materials available. The keypad surface is securely framed and clamped into place to ensure excellent splash resistance and prevent curling or peeling of the keypad overlay. Stock and custom keypad layouts with 45, 32, 30, 20, and 15 keys are available. Key-release detection is provided as a standard feature and is particularly useful for setting variables and in motion control applications.

Features:
Large Display Hand Held Terminal (menu- or host-selectable, 192 or 512 characters)
ANSI 3.64 (VT-100) Compatibility
Supertwist LCD with optional Backlighting
Membrane or optional Elastomeric Keypad
45, 32, 30, 20, or 15 Keys, Standard or Custom Keypad Layouts
All Keys Programmable as Characters or Strings
Menu or Host-driven User Parameter Selection
Up to 19,200 bps Communications (9,600 bps without handshaking)
Rugged Cycolac® ABS Case
Three Year Warranty
Customized to Your Specifications
DISPLAY
192 x 128 Pixel Liquid Crystal:
Standard: Supertwist Nematic
Optional: Backlit Supertwist Nematic
Dark Characters on Light Background
Extended U.S. ASCII Character Set
26 User-Programmable Characters
User or Host-selectable display format:
• 8 rows of 24 characters
• 16 rows of 32 characters
Menu-Controlled Contrast Setting
Blinking and Inverse Video Attributes
KEYS and SWITCHES
Type Sealed, Membrane or Elastomeric
Layout 45-key (9 rows x 5 columns)
30-key (6 x 5)
32-key (8 x 4)
20-key (5 x 4)
and 15-key (5 x 3)
Options: Custom Keypad Layouts.
Feedback Tactile and Audible
Programmability All keys except SHIFT and CONTROL, 220 bytes non-volatile definition storage.
Options E-Stop switch/ E-Stop Liveman Switch
POWER
Voltage 5 VDC +/-5%
7.5-12 VDC Linear Regulator
9.5-28 VDC Switching Regulator
Current 85-90 mA (RS-232/RS-422)
Backlight Adds 50 mA
INTERFACE
Type RS-232, RS-422, or CMOS/LSTTL level
Handshake 2 lines (RS-232)
Data Rates 300 to 19,200 bps
Parity Even, Odd, Mark, Space, Ignore, None
Control Bits 1 start and 1-2 stop bits
Connector 6 pin female modular, optional permanent or custom cable configurations
USER SELECTABLE OPTIONS
Key Definitions (character or string)
Display Contrast (viewing angle)
Baud Rate, Data Bits, Parity, Stop Bits
Display Parity Error, Cursor, Cursor Blink
Enable/Disable Hardware
Handshaking, XON/XOFF
Echo, Escape Mode
Enter Key Function
Display Contrast (viewing angle)
Key Repeat, Click, Release Detection
Screen Size, enable/Disable Break
Menu Mode Selection
CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Custom Default Settings
Custom Keypad Graphics
Custom and Moulded-in Logos
Custom Firmware
Custom I/O Interface
Custom Case Colour
CERTIFICATIONS
FCC Class A
CENELEC EN 55022
CISPR Class A
EN50082-1
EN60950
CE (In standard configuration)
UL Listed In standard configuration)
ENVIRONMENTAL
Storage Temperature -20 to +70ºC
Operating Temperature 0 to +50ºC
Humidity 5-95% (non-condensing)
Height 8.25 in
(209.6 mm)
Width 4.10 in
(104.1 mm)
Depth 1.15 in
(29.2 mm)
Weight 12 oz
(340 grams)
Case General Electric Cycolac® ABS