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Chapter 5. front panel operation, 1 introduction – Comtech EF Data CDM-750 User Manual

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Chapter 5. FRONT PANEL

OPERATION

5.1

Introduction

 
 
 
 
 
 

Feature Description

Function

See Chapter

Section...

1 LED

Indicators

The LEDs indicate, in a summary fashion, the status of the modem.

5.1.1

2 Keypad

Enter data via the keypad. The keypad comprises six individual

keyswitches. The keys have a positive ‘click’ action that provides
tactile feedback. Data, prompts, and messages are displayed on

the VFD.

5.1.2

3

Vacuum

Fluorescent

Display (VFD)

The VFD is an active display, with adjustable brightness, showing

two lines of 40 characters each. Nested menus display all available

options and prompts that guide you in carrying out required actions.

5.1.3

4 Rack

Handles These handles allow easy placement into and removal from a rack.

2.2

 

Figure 5-1. CDM-750 Front Panel View