Actilino
External Keyboard
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6.2.1 Alphanumerical Character Inputs
There are no special characteristics regarding the input of alphanumerical characters on the
central keyboard area.
6.2.2 Numerical Pad
The keys on the numerical pad function just like the alphanumerical keys. The NUM key has
no 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 (where
x can be any number between 0 and 256). This Alt function is used for generating characters
that are not directly accessible on the keyboard layout.
6.2.3 Function Keys
The function keys have no function in conjunction with the Actilino.
6.2.4 Navigation Keys
The term navigation keys refer to the 6-key block as well as the cursor keys located between
the main keyboard section and the numerical pad. These keys retain their functions without
any restrictions. You should note, however, that the key "POS1" implements the chord
command [SPC+1 3] and the key "End" the chord command [SPC+4 6]. If pressed at the
same 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 Keys
There are several special keys on many keyboards, which are described in detail below. It
should be noted that on some keyboards, the right shift key does not work in conjunction
with 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 until
the Shift or ShiftLock key is pressed again. All keys are switched to
their secondary function, not only the letter keys.
ALT / ALT left
No function. If the key is held down continuously, ASCII codes may
be 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 and
context menu keys,
print, scroll, pause
These keys are not supported and cannot be assigned any
functions.
6.2.6 Status Indicators
LED status indicators are not used. This circumstance should be pointed out to sighted
assistants. If the keyboard reacts in an unfamiliar manner, press the Shift and Control keys
to ensure that no undesirable state has been activated.
