Chapter 6. front panel operation, 1 overview – Comtech EF Data CDM-625A User Manual

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Chapter 6. FRONT PANEL

OPERATION

6.1 Overview

Feature Description

Function

See Chapter

Section...

1

LED Indicators

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

6.1.1

2

Keypad

The keypad comprises six individual keyswitches. The keys have a

positive ‘click’ action that provides tactile feedback. ENTER data

via the keypad. Data, prompts, and messages are displayed on the

VFD.

6.1.2

3

Vacuum

Fluorescent

Display (VFD)

The VFD is an active display showing two lines of 40 characters

each. It produces a blue light with adjustable brightness. Nested

menus (Figure 6-2) display all available options and prompt you to

carry out a required action.

6.1.3

Figure 6-1. CDM-625A Front Panel Features

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