HIGHLIGHTS
* Low price plus volume procurement discounts up to 40% at
quantities of 3,000 or more.
* Compatibility
- Plug compatible with IBM 3279 display Models S2A, S2B, 2A,
2B, and 2X with comparable function.
- Can be used in existing 3178 or 3278 environments to display
four colors with existing field attribute definitions.
* Screen characteristics
- Bright, clear colors.
- Requires no color convergence adjustments.
- Etched, enhanced contrast CRT screen is designed to reduce
both light reflections and fingerprint smudges and to produce
high quality, high resolution alphameric text.
* New keyboard
- A new modifiable keyboard with 122 keys provides 24
individual program function (PF) keys, a numeric pad in
adding machine layout, and cursor-move keys positioned in a
cross pattern for easier use.
- Keyboard layout can be modified by the customer to fit
application requirements.
- Low-profile, movable keyboard with coiled cable has an
adjustment for use at any of three angles of inclination: 6,
12, or 18 degrees.
- Keyboard switch setting by operator allows either of two
modes of keyboard operation:
. Emulation mode
When a 3179 keyboard is used in Emulation mode, it must
be attached to the following engineering change (EC) or
microcode release levels of the control unit or
Display/Printer Adapter.
3275 Any EC level
3274
Configuration Support A Microcode Release Level 15
or higher
Configuration Support B Microcode Release Level 26
or higher
Configuration Support C Microcode Release Level 47
or higher
Configuration Support D Microcode Release Level 61
or higher
Configuration Support P Any Microcode Release Level
Configuration Support T Microcode Release Level 31
or higher
4321 Any EC level
4331 Any EC level
4361 Any EC level
The 3179 keyboard emulates existing 3178, 3278, or 3279
typewriter keyboard. (#4621, #4627)
If the 3274 is configured to support ASCII, the necessary
keyboard changes are made by using clear lens keycaps and
paper insert accessories.
If the 3274 is configured to support entry assist in
Emulation mode, the necessary keyboard changes are made
by using clear lens keycaps and paper insert accessories
or stick on labels which are shipped with the 3274
Control Unit or ordered as publications.
. Native mode
When a 3179 keyboard is used in Native mode, it must be
attached to a 3274 with Configuration Support D
(microcode Release 63). This combination provides
several levels of function:
If the 3274 is configured to support entry assist or
response time monitor, a keyboard overlay is used to
indicate the appropriate definition of the PF keys.
If the 3274 is configured to support APL or data entry,
the necessary keycaps to change the keyboard
appropriately are available as accessories.
The 3274 keyboard definition utility is used to redefine
the keyboard layout. Additionally, the construction of
the keyboard is such that all standard size (or square)
keys have a removable keycap upon which the nomenclature
is engraved. With these facilities, a customer may define
the keyboard layout by swapping, moving, deleting, or
copying keys. Sets of keycaps will be made available as
accessories to accommodate some common layouts. Clear
lens keycaps and paper inserts will also be provided for
customer-unique labeling.
* Attachment
The 3179 attaches to a 3274 Control Unit, a 3276 Control Unit
Display Station (via the Terminal Adapter), or a 4321, 4331, or
4361 Processor (via the Display/Printer Adapter).
* Functional offerings
- The 3179 consists of five machine elements: video, logic,
keyboard, pedestal, and line cord.
- Audible alarm and security keylock are standard.
- Keyboard numeric lock (ON/OFF) is standard, selected via
keyboard switch setting by operator.
- The 3276 and the Display/Printer Adapter of 4321, 4331, and
4361 support four-color only. The 3274 supports both
four-color and seven-color.
- The ASCII keyboard layout is available in Emulation mode via
the use of clear lens keycap and paper insert accessories.
- The 3179 allows the customer who does not need the numerics
on the 'numeric pad' and who wants to ease the learning
process associated with the new PF key locations to copy some
PF keys down to the 'numeric pad.' PF keycaps for standard
keyboard layout are available as an accessory.
- The 3179 consumes less than half the energy and generates
less heat than the 3279.
- The 3179 does not provide the following 3279 optional
functions:
. 2560-character screen
. Magnetic reader control
. Selector light pen
. Programmed symbols (no GDDM graphics capabilities)
. Video output
. Operator selected color and highlight keys
* Human Factors
- Video pedestal, provided as standard, provides 19.4 degrees
of tilt (minus 4.4 to plus 15 degrees) and 180 degrees of
swivel (plus or minus 90 degrees from the center position).
- Compact display unit takes approximately one-third less desk
space, compared to the 3279, and is 10 kilograms (22 pounds)
lighter.
DESCRIPTION
* The 3179 attaches to a 3274 Control Unit, a 3276 Control Unit
Display Station (via the Terminal Adapter), or a 4321, 4331, or
4361 Processor (via the Display/Printer Adapter).
* Entry assist is supported for the 3179 in Emulation and Native
modes when the 3274 has appropriate microcode. This can provide
improved operator convenience and productivity for text-related
tasks.
Note: Keyboard overlays may be used for the nomenclature in
Native mode. Stick on labels shipped with the 3274 Control Unit
or ordered as publications may be used for the nomenclature in
Native mode.
* The response time monitor and alert capability are supported for
the 3179.
* The 3179 supports ASCII requirements in Emulation mode via the
use of clear lens keycap accessories, which can be labeled with
the appropriate ASCII notation. It is required that the control
unit be customized for ASCII.
* The 3179 supports APL and data entry keyboards via the use of
accessory keycaps in Native mode.
* The 3179 supports standard emulation keyboard layout via the use
of accessory keycaps and 3274 keyboard definition utility.
* Various keycaps are provided as accessories and can be ordered
from the IBM National Distribution Division (NDD) for the
modification of the keyboard. (See your IBM marketing
representative.)
* The following accessory keycap changes are available for shipment
only from the IBM plant at the time of machine order entry:
- APL Keycaps and Keycap Removal Tool (feature #3028)
- Data Entry Keycaps and Keycap Removal Tool (feature #3031)
- Clear Lens Keycaps (60 caps) and Keycap Removal Tool (feature
#3025)
- PF Keycaps for 87-Key Typewriter Keyboard Layout and Keycap
Removal Tool (feature #3034)
* The 3179 must be used with Configuration Support D with microcode
Release 63 in the attached 3274 to take advantage of the
modifiable aspects of the keyboard.
* The keyboard definition utility is supported in the 3274
Configuration Support D with microcode Release 63.
* A keyboard removal tool is standard with the 3179, so the
customer can readily change keycaps.
* A Switch Control Unit (feature #9181) is available as an
accessory and can be ordered from the IBM National Distribution
Division (NDD). It is also available for shipment only from the
IBM plant at the time of machine order entry.
* Through the use of error indicators, offline tests, and the
Customer Problem Analysis and Resolution (CPAR) guide, the
customer will isolate a failing element for repair or
replacement.
PUBLICATIONS
* 'IBM 3179 Color Display Station Description' (GA18-2177),
available now.
* 'IBM 3179 Color Display Station Operator Guide' (GA18-2180),
available at first customer shipment.
* 'IBM 3179 Color Display Station Repair Center Maintenance
Information' (SY18-2081), available at first customer shipment.
* Keyboard Overlay (GA18-2110), available at first customer
shipment.
Note: A copy of GA18-2180 and GA18-2110 will be shipped with each
machine.
SCHEDULE
First customer shipment for the 3179 is planned for March 1984.
First customer shipments for the 3179 accessories are planned
as follows:
Distribution Center NDD
First First
Feature Customer Part Customer
Number Shipment Number Shipment
APL Keycaps and Keycap
Removal Tool 3038 July 1984 1351711 April 1984
Data Entry Keycaps and
Keycap Removal Tool 3031 July 1984 1351741 April 1984
Clear Lens Keycaps
(60 caps) with
paper inserts (60
light and 60
dark) and Keycap
Removal Tool 3025 July 1984 6341707 May 1984
PF Keycaps for 87-Key
Typewriter Keyboard Layout
(two-sets) and Keycap
Removal Tool 3034 July 1984 1351742 April 1984
Switch Control Unit 9181 March 1984 6052157 May 1984
Blank Keycaps - light
(60 caps) and Keycap
Removal Tool Not Available 1351710 May 1984
Blank Keycaps - dark
(60 caps) and Keycap
Removal Tool Not Available 1351728 May 1984
Keycap Removal Tools
(six tools) Not Available 1351717 May 1984
Paper Inserts (150 light and
150 dark) for Clear Lens
Keycaps Not Available 6341704 4Q 1984
Keyboard Overlay (10
overlays) for Extended
Select Functions Not Available 6341703 4Q 1984
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT
SOFTWARE SUPPORT: The 3179 is supported, like the 3279, by the
current level of DOS/VSE, OS/VS1, OS/VS2 (MVS), VM/SP, VM/SP High
Performance Option, and SSX/VSE for System/370, 30XX, and 4300
processors. It is supported by DPPX and DPCX for 8100 systems. The
3179 can be added to existing 3279 configurations with no changes
required to existing programs written for the 3279 Models S2A, S2B,
2A, 2B, and 2X with equivalent function.
SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL
Data security functions provided by the 3179 are non-display
field control (specified in the attribute byte) and the security
keylock. User management is responsible for implementation of these
functions. If sensitive data is sent over external communications
facilities, user management may wish to pursue the application of
cryptography. For more information on data security controls, see
'Data Security Controls and Procedures' (G320-5649).
PLANNING INFORMATION
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITY: The 3179 is designated as a customer set-up
(CSU) machine. A copy of the 'Operator Guide' (GA18-2180), which
contains detailed CSU instructions, will be shipped with each
machine.
Customers are responsible for all modifications they make to
the 3179 keyboard.
Customers are responsible for handling any keyboard changes
necessary in the event of a maintenance action. That is, the customer
should remove all special keycaps prior to submitting a keyboard for
exchange. A keyboard with the standard key layout should be sent to
IBM and will be returned to the customer.
PHYSICAL PLANNING: See the '3179 Color Display Station Description'
(GA18-2177) for detailed physical planning information.
POWER RATINGS AND LINE CORD: Power - 120V AC, 1-phase, 3-wire, 60Hz;
line cord - a 3-meter (9.8-foot) or, a 1.8-meter (6-foot) cord with
non-locking plug is available via a specify feature.
CHARGES, TERMS, AND CONDITIONS
TERMS AND CONDITIONS Purchase only.
WARRANTY: Warranty B. IBM warranty service is provided for the IBM
3179 using the Customer On-Site Exchange service for the first three
months after the date of installation without additional charge.
WARRANTY OPTIONS (#9799): The Warranty Option may be selected anytime
before the warranty period expires. The Warranty Option, available
for an additional charge, provides IBM On-Site Exchange during
warranty and continues for nine months from warranty expiration date.
The customer can select IBM On-Site Exchange as a way of providing a
more convenient service offering during the warranty period. The
Warranty Option at expiration is converted to IBM On-Site Exchange
for an annual charge under the IBM Maintenance Agreement.
MAINTENANCE:
* Customer Carry-In Repair: To use this service, a customer calls
the IBM Service/Exchange Communication Center (S/ECC) on a
toll-free number (800-428-2569). The customer then transports the
failing element to an IBM service/exchange center (S/EC). The
S/EC ships the failing element to an IBM repair center where it
is repaired and returned to the S/EC for customer pick-up. The
customer has the option of shipping the failing element directly
to an IBM repair center. Shipping charges and arrangements are
the responsibility of the customer. IBM will repair the element
and ship it back to the customer prepaid. This service is
provided for an annual maintenance charge.
* Customer Carry-In Exchange: To use this service, a customer calls
the IBM Service/Exchange Communication Center (S/ECC) on the
toll-free number. IBM provides an equivalent replacement element
in good working order. Elements are furnished on an exchange
basis. The customer is responsible for delivering the failing
element to/from a service/exchange center. If desired, IBM will
arrange for delivery of the replacement element back to the
customer at customer expense. Customer Carry-In Exchange is
provided for an annual maintenance charge.
* Customer On-Site Exchange: To use this service, a customer calls
the IBM Service/Exchange Communication Center (S/ECC) on the
toll-free number. IBM arranges for the delivery of an equivalent
replacement element to the customer site (workstation location,
reception area, dock, etc., as specified by the customer) using a
carrier service within a designated service area or by UPS
outside the designated service area. The customer is responsible
for the installation and the test of the replacement element
using the customer set-up (CSU) procedures. The customer sends
back the defective element to IBM as instructed by IBM. The
delivery transportation charge to/from the customer site is paid
by IBM. This service is provided for an annual maintenance
charge.
* IBM On-Site Exchange: To use this service, a customer calls the
IBM Service/Exchange Communication Center (S/ECC) on the
toll-free number. An IBM representative brings an equivalent
replacement element to the customer site and installs and tests
the replacement element. This service is provided for an annual
maintenance charge.
* Time and Material: If desired, IBM repairs defective 3179
elements on a time and material basis at a repair center or
through a service/exchange center. Per call class applies.
* On-Site Assistance: If a customer desires on-site assistance to
perform Customer Problem Analysis and Resolution (CPAR), the
customer calls the Service/Exchange Communication Center (S/ECC)
on the toll-free number. IBM will assist the customer on site in
performing CPAR procedures using the same documentation that is
available to the customer. All On-Site Assistance is provided on
a per-call basis at the applicable hourly rates and terms.
CUSTOMER SETUP: One day.
PER CALL: 1.
VOLUME PROCUREMENT: For volume orders, the 3179 Color Display Station
is available at VPA discounts. For further information regarding
volume orders, contact your IBM marketing representative.
NAD complementary marketing users may order this product through NDD
Direct Response Operations (toll-free, 800-426-2468).
CHARGES
Maintenance Charge
Customer Customer Customer IBM
Carry-in Carry-in On-Site On-Site Warranty
Repair Exchange Exchange Exchange Option
Feature Feature Feature Feature Feature
Purchase #9821 #9816 #9824 #9830 #9799
Model (Annual) (Annual) (Annual) (Annual)
1 $2,295 $87 $96 $102 $135 $111
Machine Element Part Number (P/N) Purchase
Video 5954150 $985
Logic 5954160 985
Keyboard 6110668 295
Pedestal 5954170 20
Line Cord 5640670 10
Accessories
Distribution
Center
Feature
Number NDD P/N Purchase
APL Keycaps and Removal Tool 3038 1351711 $22.00
Data Entry Keycaps and
Removal Tool 3031 1351741 30.00
Clear Lens Keycaps/Paper
Inserts/Removal Tool 3025 6341707 50.00
PF Keycaps for 87-Key Typewriter
Keyboard Layout and Removal Tool 3034 1351742 30.00
Switch Control Unit 9181 6052157 85.00
Blank Keycaps - Light and Removal
Tool N/A 1351710 25.00
Blank Keycaps - Dark and Removal
Tool N/A 1371728 25.00
Keycap Removal Tools N/A 1371717 11.00
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