Installing and Using The VT330/VT340 Video Terminal

This document serves as a comprehensive user manual for installing, operating, and maintaining the Digital VT330 monochrome and VT340 color video terminals. It begins by introducing the terminal components and features, including multi-session capabilities, windows, page memory, user-defined keys, and graphics/color displays.

The manual provides step-by-step instructions for physical installation, covering site considerations, unpacking, connecting the keyboard and power, and configuring communication cables for single or dual sessions. It details initial setup procedures, such as selecting the correct keyboard language and baud rate, using the terminal's interactive set-up screens.

Key sections are dedicated to explaining the keyboard layout, controls, and indicators; how to use set-up screens to customize display, communication, and keyboard features; composing special characters with multi-stroke sequences; defining and utilizing user-defined function keys; managing dual sessions and screen windows; and performing local editing tasks directly on the terminal. Advanced topics include graphics and color configuration (specifically for the VT340), connecting and setting up printers and modems.

Finally, the document includes a problem-solving guide with suggested solutions for common operating issues, information on power-up self-tests and error messages, and details on obtaining service and support from Digital Equipment Corporation. Appendices provide technical specifications, ordering information for accessories and documentation, a primer on VT300 control functions for programmers, various keyboard models, and connector pin assignments.