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Data Entry 9
E-EQ-VX6RG-A VX6 Reference Guide
Touchscreen Entry
Note: The touch screen should be calibrated before initial use. See “Touchscreen
Calibration” in Chapter 4, “System Configuration”.
Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the display. Never use
an actual pen, pencil or sharp object to write on the touch screen.
The touchscreen input performs the same function as the mouse that is used to point to and click
elements on a desktop computer. A stylus is used in the same manner as a mouse – single tap or
double tap to select menu options, drag the stylus across text to select, hold the stylus down to
activate slider bars, etcetera.
Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the
stylus then remove the stylus from the screen. The touch screen responds to an actuation force
(touch) of up to 4 oz. of pressure.
The touch screen can be used in conjunction with the keyboard and scanner and an input/output
device connected to one of the VX6’s serial ports.
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Touch the stylus to the field of the data entry form to receive the next data feed.
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The cursor begins to flash in the field.
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The unit is ready to accept data from either the keyboard, integrated scanner or a
device connected to a serial port.
Note: The touchscreen may be disabled. Please refer to “Disabling the Touchscreen” in
Chapter 4, “System Configuration” for details.
Right Click
A right click can be simulated on the touch screen. To perform a right click, touch the touch
screen with the stylus and hold it in the same location for a short time.
Input Panel (Virtual Keyboard)
Data may be entered via the input panel (virtual keyboard) on the touchscreen. For more details
on the input panel, please refer to Chapter 2, “Physical Description and Layout”.
Touchscreen and USB Mouse
Because the touchscreen also functions as a mouse, the pointer for a USB mouse may not always
be visible on the screen. The mouse pointer reappears when the USB mouse is moved or clicked.
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When a USB mouse is first attached to the VX6, the mouse pointer may not be
visible. However, moving or clicking the mouse causes the pointer to appear.
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When the USB mouse is unplugged, the pointer may remain visible until the
touchscreen is tapped.
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If the touchscreen is used for input, the mouse pointer may disappear. However,
moving or clicking the mouse causes the pointer to reappear.