Argox Architect120 SW Um

Architect
Users Manual
DOC. NO. UM-PT202-03

Version 1.11
January 2013
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction ...........................................................................1
Features......................................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements...................................................................................... 2
Installing the Software ..................................................................................... 2
Opening the Software....................................................................................... 6
Chapter 2: Architect Interface ...................................................................7

Main Menu....................................................................................................... 7
File Menu....................................................................................................................7
Define Menu .......................................................................................8
Setup Menu ........................................................................................9
Build Menu ..........................................................................................9
Tool Menu ........................................................................................ 10
View Menu ....................................................................................... 10
Window Menu .................................................................................. 10
Help Menu........................................................................................ 11
Toolbars .........................................................................................................11
Main Toolbar .....................................................................................11
Node Toolbar .................................................................................................13
Windows ........................................................................................................13
Chapter 3: Creating a New Project ............................................................14

Step 1: Configure Project Settings.......................................................................14
General Page ................................................................................... 14
AID Setup Page ............................................................................... 15
Record Page .................................................................................... 15
Font Tool Page ................................................................................ 15
Barcode Page................................................................................... 15
Bluetooth Page................................................................................. 16
Lookup Page................................................................................. 16
Step 2: Create Nodes ...................................................................................17
Note Node .........................................................................................17
Display Node..................................................................................... 17
Input Node ........................................................................................ 20
Operand Node .................................................................................. 26
Program Node .................................................................................. 29
Transmit Node................................................................................... 30
Bluetooth Trans................................................................................. 31
Step 3: Create Links...................................................................................... 32
Step 4: Create the Record File...................................................................... 35
Step 5: Compile and Simulate ...................................................................... 38
Compile the Project .......................................................................... 38
Simulate the Application ................................................................... 39
Step 6: Configure the Communication Settings ........................................... 40
Step 7: Download the Application to the Terminal........................................ 41
Chapter 4: Sample Project.......................................................................... 42
How to Make This Project............................................................................. 43
ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL
Architect is a Windows-based software program use to create

and directly upload applications for use with PT-20 series
Terminals. Its user-friendly interface provides users the
simplicity in designing a project suitable for their business needs.
It is similar to drawing objects and lines on a piece of paper.
Architect is designed for novice and advanced users. Unlike
customary methods, basic programming is required to develop
an application. But with Architects node functions, novice users
can develop an application. For more advanced users, the
program node offers versatility that allows users to define basic
commands to execute.
Architect incorporates a systematic project flow: create,
design, compile, simulate and download.
Features
Reduces operation cost. There is no need to purchase a
separate compiler.
User-friendly. Architect uses nodes and drag-and-drop
functions to create and define project properties.
Systematic flow. Projects can be easily understood and
maintained.
Uses Basic language. To cope with more complex business
demands, Architect supports Basic programming input and
utilizes Basic Interpreter to compile applications.
Comes with additional tools. Architect also comes with a
built-in Simulator and PT FileManager . For more details,
Introduction
Sample
Project
Chapter 1: Introduction
Introduction
see Simulator on page 39 and PT File Manager on

page 41.
System Requirements
Before you start installing the software, make sure that your
computer meets the following system requirements:
IBM Intel 80586 or above
Microsoft Windows XP / 2000 / Vista
64 MB RAM
5 MB hard disk space for software installation
NOTE: Install Basic Interpreter in the Terminal to ensure
compatibility when running projects created with Architect.
Installing the Software
1.
2.
Insert the installation CD in your CD-ROM drive and locate

the setup file.
Double-click Architect Vxxx.exe. The window on the
below appears.
4.
Read the License Agreement. Click I accept the terms of

the license agreement, then click Next.
NOTE: The installation will be cancelled if you click I do not accept

the terms of the license agreement.
Introduction
3. The setup wizard will check your computer and display the
window below. Click Next.
Introduction
5.
Enter User Name and Company Name information, then

click Next.
6.
Select the type of installation, then click Next.
Click Install to begin installation.
8.
The progress window appears.
Introduction
7.
Introduction
9.
When setup is complete, click Finish to exit the wizard.
Opening the Software

After installing the software, two shortcut icons should appear
on your desktop, Architect and PT FileManager . To run
Architect , double-click the desktop icon.
If the shortcut icons do not appear on the desktop, click the
Start button >All Programs or Programs > Argox
Applications >Terminal >Architect.
This chapter describes the Architect user interface: main menu,

toolbars and windows. It is important to be familiar with these
functions to maximize the features of Architect .
Main
Menu
Main
Toolbar
Nodes
Toolbar
Project
window
Status Bar
The Archichtect Application Interface
Main Menu
The main menu appears at the top of
the application window. It consists of
the following menu items: File,
Define , Setup , Build , Tool , View,
Window and Help
File Menu
Submenu
Shortcut Key
Description
New
Ctrl + N
Creates a new project.
Open
Ctrl + O
Opens an existing project.
Architect Interface
Chapter 2: Architect Interface
Architect Interfac
Submenu
Shortcut Key
Close
Save
Closes the current project.

Ctrl + S
Save As
Print
Description
Saves the project.
Saves the project to a new file.
Ctrl + P
Prints the visual representation of the

project.
Print Preview
Previews the visual representation of

the project.
Print Setup
Sets printer properties.
Exit
Closes the software program.
Define Menu
The Define Menu is used to create and setup records and nodes
of the project. It consists of the following submenu: Project,
Note, Display, Input, Operand, Program, Transmit, BT Trans
and Link. To view and modify the project and record settings,
click Define > Project. See Creating a New Project on page 14
for more information.
To add nodes, click Define > the node you want to add.
After you select any of these items, move

the mouse pointer to the project window,
notice that the mouse icon corresponds to
the node that you selected, then click on
the area where you want to place the node.
See Step 1: Configure Project Settings on
page 14 for more information.
The Setup Menu is used to configure file records and

communication settings.
Submenu
Description
New Record
Creates a new file to save the data records. See

Step 4: Create the Record File on page 35.
Record Setting
Views and modifies existing record settings. See

Step 4: Create the Record File on page 35.
Communicate
Configures the communication port where the

Terminal is connected and sets baud rate. See Step
6: Configure the Communication Settings on
page 40.
To access these items, click a submenu to open its window.
Build Menu
The Build Menu is used to compile a project and create batch
files.
Submenu
Compile
Batch Build
Build Security
Description
Compiling means to process an

information to form usable codes that the
Terminal understands. After a project has
been compiled it is now an application.
To compile a project, click Build >
Compile. An Output window appears to
list any errors. See Compile the Project
on page 38 for more information.
Build the project for faraway user.
Data encryption while compile project.
Architect Interface
Setup Menu
Architect Interface
Tool Menu
The Tool Menu is used to simulate and download an
application.
Submenu
Description
Simulator
Loads the Simulator to test how the application will

run on the Terminal.
Download
Opens the PT FileManager to download the

application to the Terminal.
Download BI
Opens the PT FileManager to download the Basic

Interpreter file.
See Step 5: Compile and Simulate on page 38.
View Menu
The View Menu allows you to display or hide the following:
Toolbar, Node Toolbar, Status Bar, Output, and Language.
When you click on an item, a checkmark
appears indicating that the item has been
selected to be displayed on the Architect
application window. To hide it, uncheck the
item.
Window Menu
The Window Menu allows you to define how you want the
project windows to be displayed. It has the following options:
Cascade: Displays project windows on top of the other.
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Opened projects are listed here. A checked file name

indicates that the project is activated.
Help Menu
The Help Menu contains help topics and the software version
of Architect .
Toolbars
The Toolbars act as shortcuts for common functions.
Main Toolbar
Icon
Operation
Description
New
Creates a new project.
Open
Opens an existing project.
Save
Saves the project.
Print
Prints the visual representation.
Print Preview
Previews how the visual representation will be

printed.
New Record
Creates a new record file.
Record Setup
Views and modifies record settings.
One-byte Font
Selects a one-byte font format.
Two-byte Font
Selects a two-byte font format.
Build
Activates the compiler to compile the project.
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Architect Interface
Tile: Displays project windows on a tile format without

overlapping each other.
Architect Interface
Icon
Operation
Simulator
Communication
Download BI
Description
Activates the Simulator to test how the
application will run on the Terminal.
Sets the communication port and the baud rate
where the Terminal is connected.
Activates the PT FileManager to download the
Basic Interpreter file.
Download
Activates PT FileManager to download the

application to the Terminal.
Help
Displays the software version.
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Understanding the functions of these nodes is vital in

designing a project.
Icon
Node
Display
Description
Create a note node. The note created will not be
displayed on the Terminal
Create a display node. See Display Node on page 17.
Input
Create an input node. See Input Node on page 20.
Note
Program
Create an operand node. See Operand Node

on page 26.
Create a program node. See Program Node on page 29.
Transmit
Create a transmit node. See Transmit Node on page 30.
BT trans.
Create a Bluetooth Transmission node on page 31.
Link
Create a link node. See Step 3: Create Links on page 32.
Operand
Windows
There are two types of windows in Architect :
Project Window: The interface where you design a project.
It consists of START and END points. Dotted lines appear as
grid on the window.
Output Window: The output window displays any
information, errors or warnings when you compile a
project. See Compile the Project on page 38.
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Architect Interface
Node Toolbar
Creating a New Project
Chapter 3: Creating a New Project

Follow the steps below to create a new project:
Step 1: Configure Project Settings. See below.
Step 2: Create Nodes. See page 17.
Step 3: Create Links. See page 32.
Step 4: Create the Record File. See page 35.
Step 5: Compile and Simulate. See page 38.
Step 6: Configure the Communication Settings. See page 40.
Step 7: Download the Application to the Terminal. See page 41.
Step 1: Configure Project Settings

To open the settings page, click Define > Project or double
click on a blank area on the project window.
General Page
Define the color of each node as you want it to appear on the
project window.
1. Click on a color to open the color palette and select the
desired color. To apply the default setting, click [Default].
2. Define Programming Keys P1 & P2 ,if project requested
Check to display the

status bar on the
display node screen as
it appears on the
Terminal screen. See
page 18.
3.
Click [OK].
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Use the AID Setup page to configure and require users to enter
the Agency ID (AID) or password on the Terminal before
accessing the application.
1. Select Check AID to enable the
function.
2. Enter the AID or Password.
3. Type your own error message or
use the pre-defined message.
4. Click [OK].
Record Page
See Step 4: Create the Record File on page 35.
Font Tool Page

Use the Font Tool page to make the
font image in project, if you use font
file in Program Node.
Barcode Page
Use the Barcode page to configure
the general barcode settings of the
project. Options vary depending on
the barcode type selected on the left
panel.
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AID Setup Page
Bluetooth Page
Use the Bluetooth page to configure
the general Bluetooth settings of
the connect device.
Lookup Page
Use the lookup page to setup the
lookup file.
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Step 2: Create Nodes

A node referes to a function or an operation that the Terminal
executes. Architect supports eight kinds of nodes: Note, Display,
Input, Operand, Program, Transmit, BT Trans. and Link.
Note Node
A Note node allows users to add comments that are shown on
the project window. This node does not affect the project and is
not displayed on the Terminal screen. This node is useful for
adding notes about the project for future reference or
maintenance.
To add a Note node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Note node icon.
2. Move the mouse pointer to the project window. Notice that
the mouse pointer turns .
3. Click on an area to place the note. The Note screen
appears.
4. Type your comments. To change the font, style, size and
color, click [Advance].
5. Click [OK]. The note is displayed on the project window.
NOTE: To move the note, click and drag the node to your desired
position.
Display Node
Use the Display node to design text layout and contents to be
displayed on the Terminal screen.
To create a display screen, do the following:
1.
2.
From the Node toolbar, click the Display node

icon.
Move the mouse pointer to the project window. Notice that
the mouse pointer turns
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Click on an area to place the display node.

The Display screen appears.
Page Tabs
See page 20.
Screen window
Click here to add
text.
5.
On the Display page, click anywhere inside the Screen

window, the Edit screen appears.
The Terminals
Status Bar, as
it appears on
the Terminal
screen.
Indicates the X
(horizontal) and Y
(vertical) position of
the mouse pointer
on the Terminal
screen. The values
change as the
mouse moves
around window.
Screen
Window
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3.
4.
6.
To add text, click [Add Text]. The Text Input

screen appears. Type the text on the Text Data
window and modify the font type, size, and color
if necessary.
Select available
font settings
here.
Type text here.

Select to modify
font type, size,
and color.
Displays current
font settings.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Click [OK]. Move the mouse pointer

within the Screen
window and click on an area to place the text.
To show other input value, click [Add Object]. Select the
desired object from the box, and click [OK]. Move the
mouse pointer within the Screen window and click on an
area to place the object. The objects position is indicated
by .
Click [OK] when done.
On the Display tab, click either of the following:
Display in (time) second: To specify the amount of time
to display the text.
Any key to next object: To display the text until a key
is pressed.
Click [OK]. A display node is shown on the project window.
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Other Display node settings can be changed using the different

tab pages.
Page Tab
Description
General Page
Type your preferred node name.
Comment Page
Type any comments or notes for this node. The

information here will not be shown nor affect the
Terminal.
Display Page
As described above, tap here to add text to be

displayed on the Terminal.
Link Page
Shows and lets you adjust how the nodes are

connected. See Step 3: Create Links on page 32.
Input Node
An Input node allows users to select the device source, the
data type, range and initial values of input. The data gathered
from this function can be saved to a record file. See Step 4:
Create the Record File on page 35.
To add an Input node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Input node
icon.
3. Click on an area to place the node. The Input screen
appears.
4. On the Display page, define the prompt message to be
displayed on the Terminal. See page 18, steps 5 to 9.
5. Drag to adjust the position
of the display text and the
input location .
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Other Display Node Settings

NOTE: The position of the input location
is where the input
text will appear on the Terminal screen when input is finished.
6.
Click the Input tab. Configure the settings then click [OK].
The picture below shows the Input Device page.
Click an item here

to configure.
Device
Click Device to select the input device. Options are:
Keypad: Select to use keypad as the input source.
Scanner: Select to use scanner as the input source.
Check the ENTER to confirm in Scanner to
require users to press the ENT key on the Terminal
after scanning a barcode.
Keypad & Scanner: Select to use keypad or scanner
as the input source.
Date & Time: When you select Date & Time, the Format
parameters appears on screen. Select the format you
prefer.
Setting
Click Setting to define the data type and its limitations
which is allowed for input. This function verifies the type
of input received from the Terminal and is used to control
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NOTE: For more information about the link and node status,
see page 31.
Click the button to select

the type of input data.
Available parameters here
may vary depending on the
Data Type selected.
Data Type: Select the type of input data required.

Option
Example
Description
String
a, A, 1a
Alphanumeric characters can be entered.
Float
2.5,
12.65
Digits with a decimal point can be

entered. Only a maximum of 6 decimal
digits can be entered.
Integer
5, 4, 0
Numeric characters without fractional or

decimal points can be entered
2147483647-2147483648.
Password
ky1212
A password entry is required.
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the program flow. When the settings are met, the Node
status is set as True. Otherwise, the Node status is set as
Fail.
Bound: Set the limit of input entry.

Option
Length
Range
Description
Check the box to enable the set length
function, then enter the allowable
length of characters. This function is
available only for String and Integer.
Check the box to enable the set range
function, then enter the allowable range
of digits. This function is available only for
Integer.
Password: Enter the required password here. This

parameter is shown only when Password
data type is selected.
Initial Value
Click to select the

type of initial value
from the list.
Click Initial Value then the box to select the type of value
from the list.
Available options and their parameters may vary depending
on the data type selected.
Initial Value
Description
None
No initial value is set.
Constant
Select this option to enter a specific

value.
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7.
Description
From Data Node
Select this option to set the value of

another node as the initial value.
Lookup File
Select this option to set the initial value

from a key node entry or file.
Formula

from the result of a formula equation.
Enter the formula after Variable =.
To compare input entries, click the Check up tab
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Initial Value
This function compares the input entry from the Terminal

to a field in a file or a condition set by the user. When the
check up condition is met, the Node status is set as True.
Otherwise, the Node status is set as Fail.
NOTE: For more information about Node status, see page 32.
The parameters shown on the screen varies depending on
the option selected.

Check up Option
None
Lookup in file
Description
Does not perform the check up
function.
Select this option to compare the input
to a field in a record file.
Click [Search] to select the file.
Select the Location in the terminal
from the list.
Select the Separator among the list.
Enter the Field No. to compare.
Lookup in Record

to a field of a record.
Select the record and the field from the
list.
Condition Define

based on the condition defined by the
user.
Enter the condition after Result = .
Other Input Node Settings

Page Tab
Description
General Page
Comment Page

Terminal.
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Description
Check Up Page
Allows you to enter conditions to compare with the

input entries. See step 7 above.
Link Page

Operand Node
The Operand node is use to calculate mathematical equations
and compare the results.
To create an operand node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Operand node
icon.
.
3. Click on an area to place the node. The Operand screen
appears.
4. On the Display page, define the prompt message to be
displayed on the Terminal. See page 18, steps 5 to 10.
5. Drag to adjust the position of
the display text and the operand
location .
NOTE: The position of the operand location icon
is where the
resulting value will appear on the Terminal screen.
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Page Tab
6.
Click the Operand tab. Configure the settings. The picture

below shows the Operand Setting page.
Setting
Select whether the resulting value of the operation will be
an Integer or Float.
Initial Value
Click Initial Value then the box to select the type of value
from the list. Available options and their parameters may
vary depending on the data type selected.
Initial Value
Description
None
No initial value is set.
Constant
Select this option to enter a specific

value.
From Data Node
Select this option to set the value of

another node as the initial value.
Formula

from the result of a formula equation.
Enter the formula after Variable =.
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Select operation here.
With Constant
Select to enter a
constant value.
With Node
Click here to select the node to use as an operand.
7.
To add comparison conditions, click the Compare tab.

Select and define the condition. Options are:
None
Greater than (>)
Greater than or equal to (>=)
Less than (<)
Less than or equal to (<=)
Equal to (==)
Not equal to (!=)
User Define: Enter a user-defined equation.
NOTE: The result of this function can be used to control the
program flow.
Other Operand Node Settings

Page Tab
Description
General Page
Comment Page

Terminal.
Link Page

connected. See Step 3: Create Links on page 32
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Logistics
Click Logistics then select the operation to perform from
the list. Operations include: addition (+), subtraction (-),
multiplication (*), division (/), or a user-defined equation.
Program Node
The Program node is designed for users with programming
knowledge. With this node, users can define and execute PTBasic commands.
To create a program node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Program node
icon.
3. Click on an area to place the node. The Program screen
appears.
4. On the Program tab, type the Basic commands to execute.
PRINT "Input price"

GOSUB FN_GetPrice
Type the Basic commands

here.
For example, to execute
another node, named GetPrice,
type the command GOSUB
FN_GetPrice.
For more information about
the Basic commands, refer to
the Basic Interpreter
documentation.
5.
Other Program Node Settings

Page Tab
Description
General Page
Comment Page

Terminal.
Link Page
Shows and lets you adjust how the nodes are connected. See Step 3:
Create Links on page 32
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Transmit Node
5.
Other Transmit Node Settings

Page Tab
Description
General Page
Comment Page

Terminal.
Link Page

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The Transmit node is used to call up remote link while running

an application in the Terminal.
To create a transmit node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Transmit node
icon.
2. Move the mouse pointer to the project window.
3. Click on an area to place the node. The Transmit screen
appears.
4. On the Transmit tab, select the Port and Baud rate.
Bluetooth Transmission Node

The Bluetooth Transmission node is used to transfer data.
To create a bluetooth transmission node, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the BT Trans. node
icon.
.
3. Click on an area to place the node. The BlueTooth
Transmission screen appears.
4. On the Bluetooth Transmission tab, select the
Bluetooth Transmission and fill out the file name.
5.
Other Bluetooth Transmission Node Settings

Page Tab
Description
General Page
Comment Page

Terminal.
Link Page

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Step 3: Create Links

After creating the different nodes, you are now ready to
connect them to using the Link node. Link nodes control the
program flow. There should at least be two nodes (except a
note node) on the project window to create a link. The
connection flow from one node to another is indicated by
directional arrows.
To create links, do the following:
1. From the Node toolbar, click the Link node
icon.
3. Click a node (except a note node) then drag the mouse to
another node to connect.
Drag to link Item ID to Warning1.
This link node indicates that after performing

the display node (Demo_Display), the input
node (Item_ID) is activated.
4.
A directional arrow appears to indicate link.

NOTE: There should at least be two nodes on the project window to
create a link node.
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5.
To configure link conditions, double-click one of the

connected node to open the nodes page. Click the Link
tab.
Select condition
option here.
Linked nodes are

displayed here.
Tap + to
expand the list.
Parameters vary
depending on
selected
condition.
Check to clear
the Terminal
screen after
performing the
nodes function.
Check this item

and select the
record to save
data.
Parameters
Link In
Link Out
Condition
Description
Lists the connected nodes that preceded the active
node.
Lists the connected nodes that the active node goes
to after completing its process.
Select an option to set conditions and determine
the next process of the program. Options are:
Key: Checks the key press from the Terminal.
Click the Keypad textbox
to activate the keypad
window and enter key.
Verify Node: Checks the node status. Node
status can be: Pass Always, Fail, Succeed.
Data Input (for Input node only): Checks the
input data.
Type the required data in
the Input textbox.
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6.
Description
Clear when
leave
Check this item to clear the Terminal screen after

performing the nodes function.
Write Record
Check this item to save the data to a record file (.txt

or .dat). Select the record from the list. See Step 4:
Create the Record File on page 35.
Click [OK] to close the page.
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Parameters
Step 4: Create the Record File

A record is used to save input data. To create a record, do the
following:
1. On the main toolbar, click the New Record
icon.
2. On the left panel, click Setting.
Click an option
to view page.
3.
Enter the required settings.

Items
Description
Record name
Type the record name.
File Name
Define the file to save the record. The file

should be a data (*.dat) or a text file (*.txt) If
you assign a file that exists in the PC, it will
be downloaded to the Terminal.
Location
Select the location where to save the record

on the Terminal.
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On the left panel, click Field. Define the fields of the record.
The screen should look something like this:
Click to move
the items to
the left or
right column.
Left Column
Right Column
Items
5.
Description
Left Column
Lists all the input nodes in the project.
Right Column
Move the input nodes to be saved as fields

of the record. The data will be saved in the
same sequence. Use the Up and Down
buttons to sort the sequence.
Overwrite record with
Check this item to overwrite the specified

record field. If left unchecked, the new data
will be recorded at the end of the file.
On the left panel, click Separator.

Select how you want the fields to be separated from the
list. If Length is selected, you need to set the length of
each field.
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4.
6.
For notes and maintenance purposes, click Comment on

the left panel and type your comments on the box.
7.

NOTE: To access the Record setup anytime, click the
icon on the
main toolbar or double-click anywhere on the project window or
click Setup > Record Setting.
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When the project flow is complete, compile and simulate your

project to check for errors.
Compile the Project

Click the Build
icon to compile. The Output window
appears and displays any errors or warnings. If errors occur,
debug your project. The picture below is an example of an
output window that shows the number and the source of
errors.
NOTE: Double-click the error message to directly go to the source

setting.
When the project is compiled successfully, an application

program is created. When the Output window shows the 0
error(s), 0 warning(s) message, see picture below, you are now
ready to simulate the application.
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Step 5: Compile and Simulate
Simulate the Application

With the Simulator, you can see how the application will work
when downloaded to a Terminal. Users can check the program
flow and match it to the users needs and expectations.
Simulating before downloading saves time for debugging at a
later time.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Click the Simulator

icon. The
Simulator is activated.
To turn on the Simulator, click the
PW key.
Click 1, then the ENT key to run
the application.
The Terminal screen displays the
simulated application.
To close the Simulator, click .
NOTE: If you enabled the Write Record function, running Simulator

will save the data in the record file. The record file will be saved in
the install path \\Simulator\.
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Before you download the application, you need to configure

the communication port settings.
1.
On the main toolbar, click the Communication
2.
Select the Port and the Baud rate.
icon.
NOTE: The Port is where the Terminal is connected to the computer.

The Baud rate set here should match the one set on the Terminal (see
the terminals user guide manual).
3.
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Step 6: Configure the Communication Settings
Step 7: Download the Application to the Terminal

To download the application, click the
icon. The PT
FileManager screen appears. The application is automatically
downloaded to the Terminal.
For more information about the PT FileManager, refer to the

softwares manual.
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Below is a sample project that generates the total cost based

on the quantity and the amount of an item.
Demo_Display: This is the display screen.

Item_ID: This is an input node. The user enters the Item ID.
If the Item ID entered is invalid, the Terminal will execute
Error_ID (display node). The application will start again.
Quantity: This is an input node. If the Item_ID entered is
valid, the Terminal will ask the user for the Quantity.
Amount: This is also an input node. After entering the
quantity, the user will enter the amount of the item.
Total: This is an operand node. This node multiplies the
Quantity by the Amount and displays the total value. If
the total value is less than 500, the ADDCharge message is
displayed. If the total value is more than or equal to 500,
the application will start from the Item_ID node again.
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Sample Project
Chapter 4: Sample Project
Sample Project
How to Make This Project

1.
Create a display node as the

welcome screen. Name it
Demo_Display.
2.
Create an input node.

Name it Item_ID.
Create the display screen.
Set the input settings.

The input value can only
be between 1-3.
3.
Create a display node.

Name it Error_ID.
On the display page, type Stock ID error.
Set the display time to 2 second.
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Create link nodes.

Link START to Demo_Display.
Link Demo_Display to Item_ID.
Link Item_ID to Error_ID.
Link Error_ID to Demo_Display.
Double-click Item_ID and
go to the Link page.
Select Link out > Error_ID.
Select Condition: Verify
Node = Fail.
The default Condition is Pass Always, thus it is
unnecessary to change Link In > Demo Display.
NOTE:
5.
Create an input node.

Name it Quantity.
Create the display text and position the input location.
6.
Create another input node.

Name it Amount.
Create the display text and position the input location.
7.
Create an operand node.

Name it Total.
Create the display text and position the operand location.
On the Operand page, configure: Data Type = Integer;
Select Initial Value > Intial = From Data Node; Copy
Node = Quantity.
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4.
Sample Project
Select Logistics > Operator

= * (multiplication); With
Node = Amount.
On the Compare page,
configure: Condition = <;
With Constant = 500.
8.
Create a display node.

Name it ADDCharge.
Create the display text and set the time.
9.
Create link nodes.

Link Item_ID to Quantity.
Link Quantity to Amount.
Link Amount to Total.
Link Total to ADDCharge.
Link Total to Item_ID.
Double-click Item_ID and go to the Link page.
Select Link Out > Quantity > Condition = Verify Node;
Node Status = Succeed.
Double-click Total and go to the Link page.
Select Link Out > ADDCharge > Condition = Verify Node;
Node Status = Succeed.
10. Save the project.

11. Compile and simulate.
12. Download the application to the Terminal.
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Chapter 2: Architect Interface ...................................................................7

Chapter 3: Creating a New Project ............................................................14

Chapter 4: Sample Project.......................................................................... 42

How to Make This Project............................................................................. 43

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Architect is a Windows-based software program use to create

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

see Simulator on page 39 and PT File Manager on

Installing the Software

Insert the installation CD in your CD-ROM drive and locate

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Read the License Agreement. Click I accept the terms of

NOTE: The installation will be cancelled if you click I do not accept

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Enter User Name and Company Name information, then

Select the type of installation, then click Next.

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Click Install to begin installation.

The progress window appears.

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

When setup is complete, click Finish to exit the wizard.

Opening the Software

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

This chapter describes the Architect user interface: main menu,

Creates a new project.

Opens an existing project.

Chapter 2: Architect Interface

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Closes the current project.

Prints the visual representation of the

Previews the visual representation of

Sets printer properties.

Closes the software program.

After you select any of these items, move

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

The Setup Menu is used to configure file records and

Creates a new file to save the data records. See

Views and modifies existing record settings. See

Configures the communication port where the

To access these items, click a submenu to open its window.

Compiling means to process an

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Loads the Simulator to test how the application will

Opens the PT FileManager to download the

Opens the PT FileManager to download the Basic

See Step 5: Compile and Simulate on page 38.

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Opened projects are listed here. A checked file name

Creates a new project.

Opens an existing project.

Saves the project.

Prints the visual representation.

Previews how the visual representation will be

Creates a new record file.

Views and modifies record settings.

Selects a one-byte font format.

Selects a two-byte font format.

Activates the compiler to compile the project.

Tile: Displays project windows on a tile format without

ARCHITECT USERS MANUAL

Activates PT FileManager to download the