Casio IT-2000W Specifications

IT-2000W(Windows version)Technical ReferenceManual(Version 1.00 )April 1998Casio Computer Co., Ltd.Copyright ©1998. All rights reserved.

101.2.2 Supported SoftwareThe software used with this terminal can be divided into two categories: the system software thatincludes the BIOS, OS, and

1007.5 PenMouse Driver7.5.1 OverviewThe PenMouse driver (PENMOUSE.DRV) simulates the operation of the mouse driver specific tothe personal computer

1017.5.2 Startup MethodThe PenMouse driver can be loaded by specifying as follow at [boot] section of SYSTEM.INI.However, it is loaded automatically

1027.6 Virtual Keyboard Driver7.6.1 FunctionThe Virtual Keyboard Driver (VKD.386) is a driver that enables access to the keyboard controlleron Windo

1037.6.2 Startup MethodThe Virtual Keyboard Driver can be loaded by making the following specification in the “386Enh”section of SYSTEM.INI. VDK.386

1047.7 System Library (main program file)7.7.1 FunctionSYSCALL.DLL is a dynamic link library that constitutes the main program of the system libr

1057.8 Display Driver7.8.1 FunctionDisplay driver (VGA_C.DRV, VGA_NC.DRV) is a Windows display driver for a screen size of192 x 384 dots. If this dr

106Note:If the above script is deleted from SYSTEM.INI or PENMOUSE.DRV is removed, no displayoperation is permitted on Windows.

1077.9 COM Driver for IrDA7.9.1 OverviewThe IrDA Driver consists of IRDA.DLL and IRCOMM.DRV. The former is processes the protocolsection and the l

108IrCOMM Layer (including TinyTP Layer)The IrCOMM (Infrared COMM) layer includes TinyTP (Tiny Transport Protocol) layer. IrDAprotocol can be used thr

1097.9.2 Windows 3.1 Communication FunctionsTo perform communication with IrDA use API of MS-Windows. The following table lists thespecifications of

11TFORMAT.EXE Basic drive (C:) F-ROM drive formatterWindows DriverThese drivers are necessary for the Windows to run on IT-2000. Download to F-ROM dri

110BuildCommDCBint BuildCommDCB(lpszDef, lpdcb)LPCSTR lpszDef; /* Address of the device control character string */DCB FAR *lpdcb; /* Address of

111ClearCommBreakint ClearCommBreak (idComDev)int idComDev; /* Device with canceled break state */The ClearCommBreak function cancels the break sta

112CloseCommint CloseComm(idComDev)int idComDev; /* Device to be closed */The CloseComm function will close the specified communication device and

113EnableCommNotificationBOOL EnableCommNotification(idComDev, hwnd, cbWriteNotify, cbOutQueue)int idComDev; /* Communication device identifi

114Note:If the application specifies -1 for the cbWriteNotify parameter, the WM_COMMNOTIFY messagewill be sent to the specified window in the case of

115EscapeCommFunctionLONG EscapeCommFunction(idComDev, nFunction)int idComDev; /* Identifier of the communication device */int nFunction;

116FlushCommint FlushComm(idComDev, fnQueue)int idComDev; /* Identifier of the communication device */int fnQueue; /* Queue to be flushed

117GetCommErrorint GetCommError(idComDev, lpStat)int idComDev; /* Communication device ID */COMSTAT FAR *lpStat; /* Address of t

118CE_TXFULLNot supported at present. The data will be passed from the transmission queue tothe transmission buffer according to the IrDA protocol. It

119COMSTAT structuretypedef struct tagCOMSTAT { /* cmst */BYTE status; /* transfer status */UNIT cbInQue;

12Development Tool LibrariesAll the libraries of Windows are provided either as Dynamic Link Library (DLL) or as VisualBASIC Custom Control (VBX). To

120GetCommEventMaskUNIT GetCommEventMask(idComDev, fnEvtClear)int idComDev; /* Communication device ID */int fnEvtClear; /* Event to

121OpenCommint OpenComm(lpszDevControl, cbInQueue, cbOutQueue)LPCSTR lpszDevControl; /* Address of the device control information */UNIT cbInQueue;

122Note on IrDA:The OpenComm function does not support the LPT device. Since the OpenComm function does notcontrol the power block of IrDA, the user s

123GetCommStateint GetCommState(idComDev, lpdcb)int idComDev; /*Communication device ID */DCB FAR * lpdcb; /* Address of the device contro

124ReadCommint ReadComm(idComDev, lpvBuf, cbRead)int idComDev; /* ID of the device to be read */void FAR * lpvBuf; /* Address of

125SetCommBreakint SetCommBreak(idComDev)int idComDev; /* Device to interrupt communication */The SetCommBreak function is used to interrupt charac

126SetCommEventMaskUNIT FAR *SetCommEventMask(idComDev, fuEvtMask)int idComDev; /* Communication device to be enabled */UNIT fuEvtMask; /

127Note:The application must enable the event using the SetCommEventMask function before theGetCommEventMask function records the occurrence of an eve

128SetCommStateint SetCommState(lpdcb)const DCB FAR * lpdcb; /* Address of the device control block */The SetCommState function will set the comm

129DCB structuretypedef struct tagDCB /* DCB */{BYTE Id; /* internal device

131.3 PrecautionsIf reading the internal clock with INT21h the significant data should include and be limited to the seconds digits. On this termina

130The DCB structure defines the control setups of serial communication.< Members >Id Identifies the communication device. This value is set by

131fOutxCtsFlow Not supported.fOutxDsrFlow Not supported.fDummy Reserved.fDtrDisable Indicates whether to disable the DTR (data terminal ready) signal

132TransmitCommCharint TransmitCommChar(idComDev, chTransmit)int idComDev; /* Communication device */char chTransmit; /* Character to be trans

133UngetCommCharint UngetCommChar(idComDev, chUnget)int idComDev; /* Communication device */char chUnget; /* Character to be placed in t

134WriteCommint WriteComm(idComDev, lpvBuf, cbWrite)int idComDev; /* Communication device ID */const void FAR * lpvBuf; /* Address

1357.9.3 Setting Up WIN.INI FileThe following parameters must be set in the [IrDA.COM2] section of the WIN.INI file. If theseparameters are not spe

136MaxBaudRateSets the baud rate (for IR communication). It is one the negotiation parameters. Parameters less thanthe default value can be concatenat

137MaxTurnAroundTimeSets the maximum turnaround time. It is one of the negotiation parameters. This is, however, fixedto 500 msec.Parameter

138DeviceNameSets the device name to be registered as the "DeviceName" of the IAS attribute. A maximum ofsixteen 1-byte characters can be se

1397.9.4 Installation MethodThe method used to install the IrDA driver in Windows is described here. Using WINST.EXE it isalso possible to install it

14If an LB1 event (low main battery voltage) occurs, the alarm buzzer starts sounding and systemoperation is suspended about 10 minutes later. If the

140Add the following to the WIN.INI file. For information about the setup value of each entryrefer to Chapter 7.9.3 "Setting Up WIN.INI File"

1418. Application Development8.1 OverviewThis terminal uses the IBM PC/AT architecture. Though the actual display size is 192 (H) x 384 (V)pixels, i

1428.2 Notes on Developing ApplicationThe use of double clicks on this terminal extremely difficult. Develop your application programso that only s

1438.3 Development Environment8.3.1 Development EnvironmentTo develop application programs a 16-bit compiler, Microsoft C/C ++ 7.0 or later, and a c

144These libraries do not have to be always used. And, in as far as standard MS-Windows is pursued,they do not have to be used at all. The sole except

1458.4 Program Development ProcedureThe following diagram shows the basic procedural flow used to develop an application program thatruns on this ter

1468.4.1 Creation of Execution FileApplication developers should develop programs using various application development libraries.The following sam

1478.4.2 Debugging Through SimulationBefore the debugging, SysCall.DLL (for simulation) must be copied to the directory ofWindows System. Since the s

148 Fig. 8.5The outline of the operation test using the simulation driver is summarized above. Debugging can ofcourse be performed using Microsof

1498.4.3 Operation Check on IT-2000 (Using COM2KEY/XY)If software coordination through simulation has been completed, it should be transferred onto

15The backlight is turned off by means of the ABO (Auto Backlight OFF) function. However, itis turned off 1.3 seconds after the setup time. This is be

1508.4.4 Installation of Application ProgramThis section describes how to install the application program, after it has been debugged, on theactual

151Installation work :In the slot, insert the ATA card that has been created for installation and lock the cardlock switch.If the terminal power is cu

1528.5 Simulation DriverThe simulation driver is used to develop on a personal computer the application programs that runon the IT-2000.The applicati

1538.5.1 System Library Simulator (SysCall.DLL)OverviewThis system library simulator can be called by various libraries and application program and

154 Fig. 8.7On the IT-2000 the backlight can be turned on and off by means of Fn + '7'. Namely, the backlightstatus can be changed not

155 Fig. 8.8SYS_SetThresholdOfABCSYS_GetThresholdOfABCSYS_GetBuzzerVolumeSYS_SetBuzzerVolumeSYS_GetLcdContrast

156Note on the simulation:As explained previously, this simulator does not exactly simulate the IT-2000 operations. Moreover,some operations can not b

1578.6 Library8.6.1 OverviewSince the IBM PC/AT architecture has been adopted in this system, all libraries including graphiclibrary supported by Mi

1588.6.2 System LibraryOverviewThe IT-2000 has various dedicated functions that can control the backlight and the power of variousdevices by software

159List of LibrariesThe following functions are supplied in the system library:Function Page Function PageAcquisition of BIOS Version 160 Software Car

162. Basic Software2.1 Overview2.1.1 Software ConfigurationThe following diagram shows the software configuration of the IT-2000W.

160Acquisition of BIOS VersionAcquires the ROM BIOS version number, which consists of the following three numbers:major number, minor number, sub-numb

161Acquisition of Memory Device SizeIf the memory device size is designated, the total capacity of the DRAM and the number ofNAND FROM chips is read.

162Setting/Acquisition LCD ContrastThe contrast of the LCD display is affected and varied by the ambient temperature. Therefore,this terminal automati

163Increasing/Decreasing LCD ContrastThe contrast of the LCD display varies with the ambient temperature. Therefore, this terminalautomatically detect

164Switching Over COM2 ChannelIR, 14-pin, or 3-pin communication interface can be selected on the COM2 port. However,since the 3-pin interface is an o

165Setting/Acquisition of Reason Mask for RebootTo acquire the reboot request reason, enable or disable “mounting on I/O Box” or use of the CIsignal f

166Reboot RequestThis function is used to restart (reboot) the system without suspending IT-2000 operations.SYNTAXint SYS_Reboot(int nMode);INPUTnMode

167Setting ABO TimeThe ABO (Auto Backlight OFF) function is used to automatically turn off the backlight if neitherkey entry nor touch-panel entry is

168Acquisition of ABO TimeThis function is used to read the ABO setting. SYNTAXint SYS_GetAboTime();INPUTNoneOUTPUT= 0 Not activate ABO= 1 to

169Setting ABC (Auto Backlight Control) StatusThe ABC (Auto Backlight Control) function is used to sense the ambient light intensity andautomatically

172.1.2 Memory MapThe memory map of the IT-2000 is as follows. Fig. 2.2Extended MemoryROM BIOSNAND DISK BIOS/VGA BIOS

170Acquisition of ABC (Auto Backlight Control) StatusThe ABC (Auto Backlight Control) function is used to sense the ambient light intensity andautomat

171Setting/Acquisition of ABC ThresholdThe ABC (Auto Backlight Control) function is used to sense the ambient light intensity andautomatically turns O

172Backlight ON/OFFThis function is used to forcibly turn ON or OFF the backlight. If turned ON by this function, thebacklight will remain on until Ba

173Acquisition of Backlight StatusThis function acquires the current backlight status.SYNTAXint SYS_GetBacklight();INPUTNoneOUTPUT= 0 Backlight

174Setting Buzzer VolumeSets the buzzer volume to one of four levels: Large/Medium/Small/OFF.SYNTAXint SYS_SetBuzzerVolume(int nVolume);INPUTnVolume =

175Acquisition of Buzzer VolumeAcquires the buzzer volume as one of four levels: Large/Medium/Small/OFF.SYNTAXint SYS_GetBuzzerVolume();INPUTNoneOUTPU

176Acquisition of Device Power StatusAcquires the current power conditions (ON/OFF) of each device. SYNTAXint SYS_GetDevicePower(int Device);INPUTDev

177Device Power ON/OFFUsed to turn ON and OFF the power of each device. SYNTAXint SYS_SetDevicePower(int Device, int OnOff);INPUTDevice = device t

178Software Card LockSets or acquires the Lock/Unlock status of the software-type card lock switch.This machine has a card lock mechanism that is on t

179Acquisition of Connector StatusAcquires the connection setting of the I/O Box and AC adaptor.SYNTAXint SYS_GetConnectorStatus(int nType);INPUTnType

182.1.3 Drive ConfigurationThe drive configuration differs for each model as described in the following table:RAM diskDrive A:[Read and Write]This dr

180Key Click Sound ON/OFFSets the key click sound to ON or OFF. SYNTAXint SYS_SetKeyClck(int OnOff);INPUTnOnOff = 0 OFFOther than 0

181Acquisition of Key Click Sound StatusAcquires the key click sound ON/OFF setting. SYNTAXint SYS_GetKeyClick();INPUTNoneOUTPUT= 0 OFF= 1 ON=

182Acquisition of Reboot ReasonUsed to acquire the reason the system was rebooted.SYNTAXint SYS_GetPowerOnFactor();INPUTNoneOUTPUTb0 Power keyb1

183Acquisition of OFF ReasonAcquires the reason that the system was most recently turned OFF.SYNTAXint SYS_GetPowerOffFactor();INPUT NoneOUTPUT

184Setting Cancellation of Next Resume ProcessSets the power-on process (Resume/Boot) for each power OFF reason. The default setting isResume On.SYNTA

185Acquisition of Cancellation Status of Next Resume ProcessAcquires the power-on process setting (Resume On/Boot) for each power-off reason.SYNTAXint

186Request of Suspend (Software-triggered OFF)Used to turn off the system with the software. If there is a need to specify the next boot-upprocess, co

187Acquisition of Low Battery Voltage StatusAn APM (Advanced Power Management) BIOS has been installed in this terminal. This function isused to direc

188Setting APO TimeUsed to set a time until APO (Auto Power OFF) occurs.SYNTAXint SYS_SetApoTime (int nValue);INPUTnValue = APO time 0 Does not cau

189Acquisition of APO TimeAcquires the currently set APO time. SYNTAXint SYS_GetApoTime();INPUTNoneOUTPUT0 Disable the APO.1 to 15 Enab

192.2 Basic System Operation2.2.1 OverviewBasic operation of this system on the terminal consists of the suspend/resume process and bootprocess oper

190Setting Status of AlarmThis function is used to set the alarm so that Int4Ah will be executed at the specified time. If the settime precedes the cu

191Acquisition of Alarm SettingThis function is used to acquire the current alarm setting made for the RTC (Real Time Clock). SYNTAXvoid SYS_GetAlarm

192Resetting AlarmThis function prohibits an INT4Ah interrupt by internally calling INT1Ah (Ah = 7).Note that neither the time data set for the RTC is

193Setting/Acquisition of Power ON AlarmThis terminal has a function to automatically turn on the power to the main unit at the specified time.This fu

194Setting/Acquisition of Status of Power Control FunctionThis terminal has incorporated unique power control functions: the auto power OFF mode andDO

195Setting Key Click Sound ONThis function is used by application program to turn ON the key click sound. An example of the useis, when an button imag

1968.6.3 Keypad LibraryOverviewThe keypad library (Padctrl.vbx) is used to perform key input with the keyboard that is graphicallydisplayed in the sc

197Input acceptance modeThere are two acceptance modes for key input. Down acceptance modeWhen the pen is down on the keypad, the touched area change

198(1) Initiate AppStadio, then select "File"- "InstallControls".Fig. 8.12(2) Move to the directory where the keypad library is

199(3) A new button is added in the lower section of the toolbox. However, if other controls have beenregistered already, the left hand-side figure

2Table of ContentsPreface5Chapter 1Overview61.1Features of System61.1.1Development Concept61.1.2Hardware61.1.3Software61.1.4Basic Specifications71.1.5

20The following table summarizes the power-on processes provided for this terminal.System Menu bootprocessAlways executes CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT

200(2) As the following dialog is displayed, select "Dialog" and click on the "OK" button. Fig. 8.16With the above operation

201(4) Modify the keypad size so that all keys can appear within the screen.Fig. 8.18(5) Subsequently, layout the necessary controls such as the

202Note:The keypad library will transmit characters to the control which is focused at. Accordingly, if thefocus is placed in other control than the e

203Where VB3 is used, select "Add File..." from the "File" menu.Fig. 8.21(2) When the following dialog appears for VB4, click o

204(3) When the following dialog is displayed, move to the directory where the keypad library isplaced and select "padctrl.vbx" as the fil

205(4) In the case of VB4, clicking on the "OK" button makes the previous dialog restored.Make sure that the check box at the right of "

206Explained next is the method of registering the "keypad" in the dialog.(1) First double-click on the "keypad" button (the lo

207(3) Subsequently, layout the optional controls such as the edit box, etc. properly in the dialog.Because the size of the IT-2000 display is 384

208Explanation of propertiesList of propertiesProperty Name DescriptionPadStatus Key acceptance property Specifies Up or Down acceptance.PadShow Keypa

209Keypad display/non-display propertyFunction This is a property to switch between display and non-display of the keypad.Property name PadStatusType

212.2.2 Power ON ProcessOverviewThe ON process is provided to make the system ready for use (ON state). The actual process variesdepending on the set

210Expansion keycode propertyFunction This is a property to set up the keycode of the expansion key to be registered.Property name KeyCodeType shortVa

211Example of expansion pad operation Registration of expansion key pad <In case of VC>void Cclass::SetProp( void ){ HBITMAP hBmp;PIC pic;HP

212 Deletion of expansion key pad<In case of VC>void Cclass::DeleteProp( int KeyNo, int ExtNo ){m_PadCtrl->SetNumProperty( "KeyNo"

2138.6.4 OBR LibraryOverviewThe OBR library is used to control the OBRs (Barcode Reader) from application programsdeveloped by the user with the C la

214Reception BufferThis library uses two reception buffers, as shown below, so that during the processing (read) of oneof the received barcodes the ne

215Data FormatThe reception data format is defined as follows:Barcode OFig. 8.32

216List of Available FunctionsPage. Function Description216 OBR_Open Initialization of COM port and power on217 OBR_Close Release of COM port and powe

217Release of COM PortReleases the COM port and turns off the power to the COM port.SYNTAX#include "obrlib.h"void FAR PASCAL _export OBR_Clo

218Transmission of CommandTransmits a command represented by a single ASCII code to the OBR. Various options including"Readout mode", "

219Acknowledgment of Received DataValidates barcode data in the reception buffer of the Library. If data is not received completely asbarcode data aft

22 System Menu Boot ProcessPress the RESET switch to set the drive C as the current drive, and load MS-DOS from thatdrive. As a result, the System Me

220Readout of Received DataAcquires the first barcode in the reception buffer and writes it to the specified buffer. The receptiondata SYNTAX is as fo

221Invalidating Code in BufferInvalidates a barcode in the reception buffer and clears the reception buffer.SYNTAX#include "obrlib.h"void FA

222Setting event of reception completionWhen a barcode data is received completely, specified message can be sent as user event to thespecified handle

223Setting Operation Mode / DT-9650BCROverviewOn this OBR various settings, as listed below, can be made through command transmission.For a list of th

224Example: To set the CODE39 C/D to "Prevent check (without changing the transferfunction)" with the corresponding expanded commandsOB

225Command List (Italic and bold letters indicate default value)1 Specifying the number of read digitsNo. of digits Command

226NW-7 start/stop code Transfer Not transfer Change codes to uppercase characters

227 NW-7 C/DDisable check (without changing the transfer function) Enable check/Transfer E

228Setting Operation Mode / DT-9656BCROverviewOn the OBR various settings, as listed below, can be made through command transmission.For a list of act

229Command ListItemCommandDefault Read all codes A0 -- UPC only J1 -- UPC + 2 digits of supplemental only J2 -- UPC + 5 digits of supplemental onl

23Note: The RESET switch can be used not only for initiating the System Menu but also as the forcedrestart switch when the user application program un

230 UPC-A 13 digits: Transfer all 12 digits: Not transfer "0" header for adjusting the

2318.Read time Infinite 2 sec 4 sec 6 sec 8 sec 10 sec 15 sec 20 secY0Y1Y2Y3Y4Y5Y6Y7Yes--------------9.Contrastof normal/reverse Normal contrast

232 CODE93 Not transfer Transfer2M3MYes-- CODE128 N

2338.6.5 YMODEM LibraryOverviewThis library is used to transfer files from Windows applications using the YMODEM/bat protocol.The YMODEM library cons

234Error codesEach function of this library will return the following values as the error code. Error code Description1 Dialog box creation error, et

235SendByYMODEMThis function is used to transmit a file by means of the YMODEM/bat protocol. Before this functionis called, the OpenYMODEM function mu

236RecieveByYMODEMThis function is used to receive a file by means of the YMODEM/bat protocol. Before this functionis called, the OpenYMODEM function

237SetCommForYMODEMThis function is used to set up the communication parameters (baud rate, parity, and stop bit) to beused by the YMODEM library.Befo

238CloseYMODEMIf this function is called, the use of YMODEM library is completed, and the COM port is closed.SYNTAX#include "ymodem.h"short

2398.6.6 FLINK LibraryOverviewThe FLINK library (FLINK.DLL) is a utility used to perform communication between two IT-2000terminals or between the te

24This terminal has the Auto Power ON function which automatically starts the system. This AutoPower ON function can operate in one of the following t

240 Setup values of WIN.INI fileSet up the IrDA section of the WIN.INI as follows;[IrDA.COM2]IrDA=ONMaxBaudRate=115200 *To be set according to the

241 int DoFlink(int argc, char** argv)This executes the FLINK protocol and various processes.SYMTAXint DoFlink(int argc, char** argv)INPUTargc = Numb

242ExampleThis is an example of using the DoFlinkForVB function to transmit the "C: test temp.c"file on the source side so that it overwrite

243 File deletionint argc = 3;char* argv[] = {“fl”, “/d”, “c: dstn_sir *.dat”} File moveint argc = 4;char* argv[] = {“fl”, “/n”, “c: src_dir src

244Communication CommandsFile Transmission (/S)FunctionThis function transmits a file on the execution-side machine to the communication partner. If t

245Parameter setup examplesargc = 4argv[] = {“fl” , ”/S” , ”a: info *.dat” , ”d: data ”}With this specification all files with a "DAT" ext

246File Reception (/R)FunctionThis function is used to receive a file that exists on the communication partner side by specifying therequest pathname.

247Parameter setup examplesargc = 5argv[] = {“fl” , ”/R” , ”a: test *.dat” , ”d: info *.*” , ”b: data ”}With this specification all files with a &qu

248File Append (/A)FunctionThis function appends the contents of a file that is specified by the append file pathname to a file thatis specified by th

249File Deletion (/D)FunctionThis function deletes a file that exists on the communication partner side.Starting methodint argc = Number of parame

252.2.3 Power OFF ProcessOverviewTurns off the system power. However, the power to all the devices is not turned off and some can beused for storing

250File Move/File Rename (/N)FunctionThis function is used to move the specified file (move source pathname) on the communicationpartner side to the m

251Idle StartFunctionThis function is used to transfer the request right to the partner side. This function will be terminatedif it is abnormally term

252IrDA Environment Setup CommandsWait Time Setup (/L)FunctionThis function sets up the Wait time for communication. Starting methodint argc

253COM Environment Setup (/Y)FunctionThis function sets up the environment of COM port. Starting methodint argc = Number of parameter arg

254Following the parameter setting shown on the previous page as example, the communicationspecifications can be set according to the details listed i

255List of termination codesThe following table shows the termination codes returned by FLINK.DLL. Note that only thetermination code (i.e. with no me

256End CodeCategory Detail CodeProtocolErrorDescription01h 00h Command error (undefined function code).01h 01h Command error (undefined sub-function c

2579. Utility9.1 OverviewThe development kit contains some utility programs to be used as required. Calculator UtilityCalculator program including

2589.2 Calculator UtilityOverviewUse this calculator utility for decimal calculations. This utility provides arithmetic calculations,memory calculati

259Startup MethodThis utility is not stored in the basic drive (C: ). It must be copied to RAM disk (A: ) or FROMdrive (D: ) and can be started up fro

26OFF FactorsThe OFF factors refer to various causes that make the system enter the OFF state (suspend state), asfollows:OFF factor Description Suspen

2609.3 Clock UtilityOverviewThe clock utility is used to reference the current time, set the date and time, or set an alarm.This utility is provided

261Setup FileThe display formats for date and time, and logo can be specified at this setup file (WCLOCK.INI).The setup file must be stored in the dir

2629.4 Calendar UtilityOverviewUse this calendar utility for referring to dates. This utility is provided as a Windows utility. Fig. 9.3File Nam

2639.5 Remaining Battery Voltage Display UtilityOverviewThe remaining battery voltage display utility is used to monitor the remaining voltage of t

2649.6 FLINK UtilityOverviewThe FLINK Utility is used to perform communication either between the IT-2000 and PC, orbetween two IT-2000s by means of

2659.6.1 Communication Parameter Setup Command (/L={,,,}Sets up command parameters according to the command specified next to "=". If the

266Example of specificationFLINK /L={4M, 20, }Meaning:Communication will be performed with a maximum IrDA speed of 4 Mbps, the wait timeuntil the conn

2679.6.2 File Transmission (/S)FunctionThis function transmits a file from the terminal machine to the host machine. If the directoryspecified by the

268Example of specifications of storage destination directory nameSpecification of root directory D:Specification of sub-directory D: TEST BINIncorrec

2699.6.3 File Reception (/R)FunctionThis function receives a file from the host. The objective file name is specified by the full pathname(including

272.2.4 Battery Voltage Monitoring ProcessThis terminal uses a main battery (lithium-ion battery pack) for driving the main unit, and a primarysub-

270Note:If the terminal (reception) side has a file with the identical name, this command will forciblyoverwrite that file. However, this overwrite op

2719.6.4 File Append (/A)FunctionThis function appends (concatenates) a file on the terminal to the end of a specified file on the host.The objective

2729.6.5 File Deletion (/D)FunctionThis function deletes a file on the host.Startup MethodFLINK /D[Option] deleted pathname [deleted pathname...]Opti

2739.6.6 File Move/Rename (/N)FunctionThis function moves a file within the same drive or renames the file on the host. A file cannot bemoved into a

2749.6.7 Idle StartFunctionThis function passes the right of communication request to the terminal and enters the commandreception wait state. This f

2759.6.8 Termination Codes and MessagesIn the following table, termination codes and their error messages returned by FLINK.EXEare described.Error

276Note:Besides the detail codes which are defined in File Error (INT24h) above, other error codes may bereturned as fatal error code of DOS.Protocol

2779.7 XY UtilityOverviewThe XY utility is used to perform communication either between an IT-2000 and PC, or betweentwo IT-2000 terminals by means o

278About time stamping of files:This utility supports the function to exchange time stamp information between the transmitted fileand received file. T

279CommandAlways specify /S or /R. This command must be specified as the first parameter./R | /S Transmission or reception specification/R: File re

28Low Voltage LevelThe IT-2000 continuously monitors the voltage of the main battery, the primary sub-battery, and theSRAM card battery. This allows a

280Other parametersSpecify the options immediately after (without inserting a space) the command. Options must bespecified in the following order:/N

281Example of specificationsXY /SY A: WORK TEST.DATTransfers “A: WORK TEST.DAT” at transmissionside. “TEST.DAT” can be copied in the current directory

2829.8 Reverse Video UtilityOverviewThis utility is used to change the entire screen to reverse video.From the nature of the FSTN semi-transparent ty

2839.9 COM2KEY UtilityOverviewThis utility is a debug tool that allows key input at the DOS prompt from the personal computer.If this utility is resi

2849.10 Windows Installation UtilityOverviewMS-Windows has been installed on the MASK ROM drive (E:). However, MS-Windows cannot bebooted directly fr

285Operation at Menu StartupWINST.EXE can run either on the IT-2000 or on a personal computer. However, since the IT-2000is not provided with an arrow

286WINST.INFThe WINST.INF file is used to make installation procedure specifications for WINST.EXE. Themethod used to write the WINST.INF file is the

287Specifies the keyboard to be used. From the Setting column of the tableshown below select a value to be placed on the right side of the equation.Co

288Example of Using WINST.EXEPreparation of necessary filesThe table shown below includes files essential for setting up WINST.INF. If, for example, t

289MD G: WINDOWSCOPY E: WINDOWS LOCAL G: WINDOWSIf the IrDA interface is used to load COMM.DRV with the following procedure.COPY E: WINDOWS COMM.DRV

29Main Battery Voltage MonitoringIf the main battery voltage reaches LB1, the system issues a warning buzzer. If this warning buzzersounds, either sta

290Example of execution on the IT-2000Directly set up the environment by executing WINST.EXE on the IT-2000. If WINST.EXE and theother essential files

291 APPENDIX A: TFORMAT.EXE In this chapter, TFORMAT.EXE, the formatter for F-ROM drive (D:) of IT-2000, is explained.The TFORMAT.EXE is necessary t

292APPENDIX B: PC Card DriverIn this chapter, each PC card driver which is called by CONFIG.SYS or by AUTOEXEC.BAT isexplained. These PC card drive

293Card Identification (CARDID.EXE)This client device driver detects the insertion and removal of PC cards, automatically determines thecard type upon

294Refer to ATA Driver Modes section which follows.Card Service Power Management Enabler (CS_APM.EXE)CS_APM.EXE is a DOS-based background task that en

295APPENDIX C: Acquisition of Suspend/Resume Event and Power StatusOverviewSuspend/Resume event is notified by multiplex interrupt (INT2Fh). If any

296Acquisition of Power StatusApplication can acquire current power status by calling APM BIOS through the interrupt INT15h.The following power status

297DX = Remaining battery life - time unitbit 15 = 0 : Time unit is in second.1 : Time unit is in minutebits 14 to 0 = value for second or mi

33.10 YMODEM Utility 613.11 FLINK Command 653.12 System Date/Time Setup 683.13 Command Prompt 693.14 RAM Disk Size Change 703.15 Disk Format 723.16 Sy

30Sub-battery Voltage MonitoringThe sub-batteries are used for system backup while the main battery is being replaced. The sub-batteries consists of t

312.2.5 Low Consumption Current ProcessThis terminal has the APM BIOS installed to provide a low-power consumption capability.It works in combinati

32Auto Power OFF Function (APO)This function automatically shifts the system to the OFF state (suspend state) if no event has takenplace for a specifi

33DOZE/RUN Transit FunctionOn this terminal the system will reduce the clock speed of the built-in CPU if no activity (access tothe touch panel, keys,

342.2.6 How to Replace or Recharge BatteriesReplacement of BatteriesThe method used to replace the main battery, sub-battery, and SRAM card battery

35Note:The SRAM card is supplied power by the main battery when it is installed in the main unit.This means that the SRAM card can be used normally as

362.3 Supported Devices2.3.1 Display UnitHardware ConfigurationLCD FSTN semi-transparent liquid crystal displayResolution 192 x 384 dotsTone B/W 16

37Software FunctionsStandard Video BIOS is supported. This supports the following video modes:Mode No Mode Type Characters Resolution Colors Memory Se

382.3.2 EL BacklightOverviewThis terminal has the following functions to control the backlight. For more information refer toChapter 6 “Keyboard Cont

392.3.3 Touch PanelHardware ConfigurationMethod : Analog type touch panelResolution : 192 x 384 dotsSoftware FunctionTo enable application programs

48.4.2 Debugging Through Simulation 1478.4.3 Operation Check on IT-2000 (Using COM2KEY/XY) 1498.4.4 Installation of Application Program 1508.5 Simulat

402.3.4 DiskTypes of DiskType Drive name CapacityRAM disk A 0 to 1920 KbytesBasic drive C 768 KbytesF-ROM disk D 0, 4, 8, 12, 16 or 24 MbytesPC card

41F-ROM DriveThe F-ROM drive is supported as a disk for which both read and write operations are possible (onlyfor models with the F-ROM drive). Vario

422.3.5 Serial CommunicationAvailable InterfacesPort I/O Address Name Uses RemarkCOM1 3F8h-3FFh 8-pin serial I/F Connection with a barcodereader or

43COM2Either the 14-pin serial I/F or IrDA 1.0 can be assigned to this COM2 port depending on the systemlibrary setup. Both the 14-pin serial I/F and

442.3.6 PC CardHardware OverviewStandard Conforms to PCMCIA Release 2.1Register compatibility Has register compatibility with Intel 82365SL StepSlot

45Card Lock SwitchThe IT-2000 has a card lock switch to prevent accidental removal of the card. Any card can be madeusable only after it has been inse

462.3.7 Clock TimerClock BIOS00h to 07h of the INT1Ah function is compatible with the IBM PC/AT.Since INT1Ah can be called in the C language, an alar

472.3.8 BuzzerThis terminal is provided with a buzzer function that is compatible, via an appropriate interface, withthe IBM PC. The application side

482.3.9 Barcode ReaderOverviewThe IT-2000 supports the following two Casio OBR (Optical Barcode Reader) models:DT-9650BCR ( Pen scanner )DT-9656BCR (

492.3.10 Infrared Communication (IR)The infrared communication function of this terminal supports the protocol of IrDA 1.0(see note below) and IrDA 1

5PrefaceThe IT-2000 Technical Reference Manual (hereinafter referred to as this document) is provided toassist the user in developing programs to run

502.3.11 KeysHardware OverviewKey configuration 5 (column) x 3 (row) keysIRQ IRQ1Key repeat function availableSimultaneous pressing of multiple keys

512.3.12 SensorsThe IT-2000 has the following three types of built-in sensors:IlluminationsensorAttached to the upper section of this terminal and us

523. System Menu3.1 OverviewThe system menu is a program and used to perform various setups (system clock, contrast ofliquid crystal display, etc.

533.2 Basic OperationIn the system menu a common set of key operations are used. The following list shows thekeys that can be used in the system menu

543.4 Key Click Sound SetupFunctionSets the key click sound ON and OFF. If it is set to ON, a key click sound is heard when a keyis pressed or when

553.5 Buzzer Volume SetupFunctionSets the volume of the buzzer (beep). One of the four levels (OFF/Small/Medium/Large) canbe selected. Fig.

563.6 Contrast AdjustmentFunctionAdjusts the contrast of the liquid crystal display. Fig. 3.5OperationPress the “8 “ key to increase the con

573.7 Auto Backlight SetupFunctionSets the auto backlight control ON or OFF (refer to Chapter 6 “Keyboard Controller"). Fig. 3.6Opera

583.8 Auto Power OFF SetupFunction Sets the time-out period of the auto power off function (APO) (refer to Chapter 2.2.3 “Power OFFProcess").

593.9 Touch Panel CalibrationFunctionAdjusts the calibration of touch panel. If an inconsistency is noted between the target position andthe position

61. Overview1.1 Features of System1.1.1 Development ConceptThe IT-2000 is a data collection terminal for business use. After years of refinement Ca

60Note:If an mark does not disappear and the arrow does not move to the next position even if the mark has been touched by the stylus, an incorrect p

613.10 YMODEM UtilityFunctionUsed to achieve a file transfer via the COM cable.Communication can be established either between an AT-compatible machi

62Note: When the cable comes off while the communication takes place:If the connection cable is accidentally unplugged while communication between th

63Operations(1) SEND FILE TO HT (one file transmission from IT-2000 to IT-2000)This function may be available in future (as of now, not available). It

64When the "Normal End" message is displayed on the IT-2000 side, file reception has beencompleted. For information about the copy destinati

653.11 FLINK CommandFunctionFiles can be transferred by infrared communication (IR). This can be implemented either as PC-to-HT (AT-compatible machin

66Note:If the identical file name exists on the reception side, this command overwrites the existing file.At this time, the system does not unconditio

67Note:If the “CLR” key is pressed during file transfer, transfer will be interrupted. It will take about 10seconds for communication to completely st

683.12 System Date/Time SetupFunctionThis is used to set (modify) the date and time of the built-in timer in the IT-2000 unit. Fig. 3.15OperationE

693.13 Command PromptFunctionThis is the MS DOS command prompt screen. An appropriate DOS command can be inputtedthrough the keypad.This DOS command

7 PC card slot conforms to PCMCIA Release 2.1 supporting various PC cards. Implements IrDA 1.1 protocol for high-speed infrared communication.

703.14 RAM Disk Size ChangeFunctionThis screen is used to set the RAM DISK size (capacity). The setting will become valid after thesystem has reboo

71Key Operation Function8 key Increases the RAM disk size.2 key Decreases the RAM disk size.RET key Confirms the currently selected RAM disk size and

723.15 Disk FormatFunctionFormats the RAM disk and F-ROM drive. Fig. 3.18OperationIn the screen shown above, use the “2” or “8” key to select wh

73Key Operation Function2 or 8 key Selects the objective item (drive selection screen).0 key Does not perform formatting (formatting start screen).1 k

743.16 System InitializationFunctionSets all the system setups to their default settings. Fig. 3.21OperationThe following table shows the availabl

753.17 Password EntryFunction When "FILE TRANSFER" or "MAINTENANCE" is selected for the first time after the systemmenu is initi

764. MS-DOS4.1 OverviewIn general, if a personal computer is booted-up with a floppy disk in the drive, first an attempt willbe made to read MS-DOS

77As described above, if the system power is turned on without an application installed (i.e. theconditions just after purchase), the CONFIG.SYS and A

784.2 How to Write CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BATThis section explains how to write the CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT files mentioned in theprevious sec

79(1) DOS=HIGH,NOUMBThis specifies that the main part of DOS is to be loaded in the HMA and, consequently, theUMB (Upper Memory Block) is not used. T

81.1.5 Model NameThe following IT-2000s of Windows version will be available. For price of each model, pleaseconsult with your local Casio representa

80Example of AUTOEXEC.BATThe following example shows a typical AUTOEXEC.BAT script. Since this example assumes thatthe system is booted from either th

814.3 Card BootBasically the "card boot" operation boots MS-DOS from the ATA card, just like it is booted from afloppy disk. For this termi

82the drive G, which is currently enabled, will be disabled.This problem arises from the fact that the hardware conditions established by initializati

83CONFIG.SYS which resides on the drive C. However, CARDID.EXE cannot be registered as adevice driver at a card boot. If this CARDID.EXE is registered

845. MS-Windows5.1 OverviewThe MASK ROM drive (E:) of this terminals has MS-Windows installed in it.However, MS-Windows cannot be booted directly fr

855.2 Installation of MS-WindowsAs explained on the previous page, it is necessary to move (copy) some files onto the write-permitdrive before bootin

86Note:The contents of the latest version of E: WINDOWS LOCAL may be released as SDK. If this isthe case, use the files in SDK instead of those stored

876. Keyboard Controller6.1 OverviewThis terminal is equipped with a sub-CPU dedicated to controlling the keyboard, touch panel,backlight, and vario

886.2 Keyboard ControlThe keyboard control of IT-2000 is compatible with the IBM PC/AT. The keyboard controllersenses if a key has been pressed and s

89Secondary codeBasically a system scan code is assigned to each key, however, for some keys, different codeswill be assigned depending on the Fn key.

91.2 System Configuration1.2.1 Hardware Block DiagramCPUi486GX1Power switchA/DconverterBufferDRAMFLASH ROM(DINOR)BIOS/DOSMASK ROMLithium-ionbatteryS

906.3 Touch Panel Control FunctionThe keyboard controller has incorporated a program for acquiring the touch coordinates of the touchpanel. This pr

916.4 Sensor ControlThis terminal has the following three types of sensors installed to serve as dedicated devices forhandy terminal.Sensor Purpose o

926.5 Backlight ControlThis terminal has incorporated two types of automatic backlight control functions: ABO (AutoBacklight OFF) and ABC (Auto Backl

93Transition of Backlight Control MethodsThe concept of ABC lies in automating user operations. However, automatic control depends on theillumination

94Press F7keyABOtime-upABCEnableABCDisableBecomesdarkBecomeslight1ABCdisabledBacklightON state 2 2 3 or 4*1--- Ignore Ignore2ABCdisabledBacklightOF

957. Drivers7.1 OverviewThe following drivers are supplied for this terminal. Install them as required for operation.Driver File name PurposeSystem

967.2 System Driver7.2.1 FunctionThe system driver (SYSDRV.SYS) must be installed because it executes critical processes in thisterminal. The system

977.3 Clock Control Driver7.3.1 FunctionThis driver adjusts the system time on this terminal. This driver must be installed.On a general PC a timer

987.3.2 Startup MethodThis driver is loaded by defining the DEVICE statement in the CONFIG.SYS file. TIME.SYS isstored in the basic drive (C:).Format

997.4 Keypad Driver/Hardware Window Manager7.4.1 FunctionThe keypad driver (KEYPAD.EXE) is used to add the keypad function to the system. Applicat