ActilinoExternal KeyboardPage 776.2.1 Alphanumerical Character InputsThere are no special characteristics regarding the input of alphanumerical characters on thecentral keyboard area.6.2.2 Numerical PadThe keys on the numerical pad function just like the alphanumerical keys. The NUM key hasno function. All keys except Enter can be assigned your desired characters. In the factory-provided keyboard layout tables, these keys are assigned numerical meanings.Alternatively, any desired characters can be entered by means of the Alt+x function (wherex can be any number between 0 and 256). This Alt function is used for generating charactersthat are not directly accessible on the keyboard layout.6.2.3 Function KeysThe function keys have no function in conjunction with the Actilino.6.2.4 Navigation KeysThe term navigation keys refer to the 6-key block as well as the cursor keys located betweenthe main keyboard section and the numerical pad. These keys retain their functions withoutany restrictions. You should note, however, that the key "POS1" implements the chordcommand [SPC+1 3] and the key "End" the chord command [SPC+4 6]. If pressed at thesame time as the control key (Ctrl), "POS1" executes the command [SPC+1 2 3], while the"End" key executes [SPC+4 5 6].6.2.5 Special KeysThere are several special keys on many keyboards, which are described in detail below. Itshould be noted that on some keyboards, the right shift key does not work in conjunctionwith the right Alt key. The left Shift key can be used for these combinations instead.Shift Activates the secondary function until the key is released.ShiftLock / CapsLock After pressing this key, the secondary functions remain active untilthe Shift or ShiftLock key is pressed again. All keys are switched totheir secondary function, not only the letter keys.ALT / ALT left No function. If the key is held down continuously, ASCII codes maybe entered via the numerical pad.ALT Gr / ALT right Activates the tertiary function until the key is released.Ctrl Only remains active until the key is released.WINDOWS andcontext menu keys,print, scroll, pauseThese keys are not supported and cannot be assigned anyfunctions.6.2.6 Status IndicatorsLED status indicators are not used. This circumstance should be pointed out to sightedassistants. If the keyboard reacts in an unfamiliar manner, press the Shift and Control keysto ensure that no undesirable state has been activated.
