User’s Manual 5-5
The Keyboard
Windows special keys
The keyboard provides two keys that have special functions in Windows,
the Windows Start Button key activates the Start menu while the
application key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse
button.
This key activates the Windows Start menu.
This key has the same function as the secondary (right) mouse button.
Generating ASCII characters
Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard
operation, but you are able to generate these characters using their specific
ASCII codes.
1. Hold down ALT key.
2. Using the numeric keypad, type the ASCII code of the character you
require.
3. Release ALT - the ASCII character will appear on the display screen.