Psion Teklogix 8570 Benutzerhandbuch

3.7.1  External Keyboard

The rugged 8570 Keyboard (PN 31612 or 31612-001) is an optional external 
keyboard, designed specifically for mobile computing applications. The touch 
screen will still operate when the keyboard is attached to the computer. 

The external keyboard PN 31612 is a DB9 backlit unit. If both the keyboard and a 
scanner are to be used together, a PS/2 version of the same keyboard is available 
(PN 31612-001). For detailed information, please refer to Appendix B: “The 8570 
Keyboard”.

3.7.2  Mouse

The 8570 can be operated through different types of mouse devices: serial or PS/2.

1. The serial mouse is connected to the COM1 or the COM2 port. For 

installation of software drivers, see “Installing Software” on page 39.

2. The PS/2 mouse is connected through the keyboard DB9 connector. 

This requires keyboard cable PN 31617, which has a DB9 male 
connector at one end and two PS/2 connectors at the other.

3.7.3  Printer

Any serial (RS 232/9-pin) printer can be connected to the 8570. For the installation 
of software drivers, see “Installing Software” on page 39.

3.7.4  Scanners

The 8570 supports the following tethered, decoded PowerScan scanners with 
keyboard wedges: 

• Standard Range

PN 7666-1251

• Long Range

PN 7666-2251

• Extra Long Range

PN 7666-3251

• High Density

PN 7666-5251

3.7.5  CD ROM Kit 

The CD ROM (PN 31340) plugs in through the PCMCIA slot on the top of the 8570.