Proface APL3000B - Node Box PC - Manual (Page 113)

PL3000 Series Reference Manual
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4.2 Features of KPM
KPM has function keys (F1/K to F20/*) and special function keys (PF1/A to PF20/~). These are used not only
for text input but also as shortcut keys for applications. They can be used as shortcut keys by assigning key
codes to each key in user applications.
4.2.1 Features of function keys and special function keys (About input mode)
In the input mode for function keys and special function keys, each has a Function mode and Alpha mode.
You can switch between input modes by pressing the [F/A] key. Switch the mode based on the task.
Function mode : Keys assigned in a user application (e.g. Shortcut operations)
Alpha mode : Text/symbol input
4.2.2 Switching between Function mode and Alpha mode
Use the [F/A] key to switch between input modes. Based on this, the function keys and special function keys
will switch between Function mode and Alpha mode.
• You can check the mode by seeing whether the LED on the [F/A] key is on or off.
For details about how to switch modes, refer to the following section.
• Each key except for the [F/A] key can have key codes assigned to it for an application. Assign
the key code based on the task. For details about key codes that can be assigned in applications,
refer to the following section.
• You can check the input mode by seeing whether the LED on the [F/A] key is on or off.
LED off: Function mode
LED on: Alpha mode
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4.2.2 Switching between Function mode and Alpha mode (page 4-4)
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4.3.2 Scan Code List (page 4-8)