User manual

Chapter 3: Getting to Know the 8515
The Keypad Backlight
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Macro Keys [M3] to [M6]
These keys are displayed in blue print on the [M1] and [M2] keys in the bottom row of exe-
cutable keys, and on the [N] and [M] keys in the first row of alpha keys on the keyboard. To
access these macro keys, press the [BLUE] key followed by the appropriate executable or
alpha key. For example, on a Qwerty keyboard:
• Press [BLUE] [N] to access macro key [M5].
• To access [M3], press [BLUE] [M1], etc.
3.4.3 The Keypad Backlight
The intensity of the keypad backlight and the conditions under which this backlight is acti-
vated can be configured using the Keyboard icon in the Control Panel. The behaviour of the
keypad backlight is tailored in the Keyboard Properties dialog box.
3.5 The Display
The 8515 is equipped with display backlighting to improve character visibility in low light
conditions. The backlight switches on when a key is pressed or the touchscreen is tapped.
The backlight intensity and the duration of time that the backlight will remain at full inten-
sity can be specified in the Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel.
3.6 8515 Indicators
The 8515Vehicle-Mount Computer uses onscreen messages and audio tones as indicators.
The computer is also equipped with a power indicator LED.
3.6.1 Power Indicator LED
A power indicator LED is located in the keyboard on the front of the unit. When the com-
puter is receiving power from an external source, the green power indicator LED is illumi-
nated. When the unit is in suspend, the LED remains on but is flashing.
3.6.2 Onscreen Indicators
The taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays a variety of system status indicators.
Note: Refer to “Backlight” on page 63 for details about this option. Keep in mind
that this option may be restricted to supervisory use only.
Note: Refer to “Backlight” on page 59 for details about the Display Properties dia-
log box.