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CAMPS MSO OPERATION MANUAL
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2.3.3 Initial Setup
1 Verify that the MSP is Figure 2.2.3-1.a.
installed and connected
and that the circuit breaker
and power switch are OFF.
2 Verify that the ribbon is Refer to Sec. 2.2.2.
properly installed.
3 Load the unit with Refer to Sec. 2.2.2.
paper.
2.3.3 Initial Setup (cont'd)
4 Turn the audio control Refer to Figure
2.2.3-2.a.
on the front panel
to the
loudest position.
5 Set all facility circuit Refer to Figure
2.2.3-1.a.
breakers for this set
to ON. Set the TCM power
switch to ON.
6 Verify that the POWER lamp Refer to Figure
2.2.3-2.b.
on the front panel lights.
7 Insert the security key in Refer to Figure
2.2.3-2.c.
the key-lock and turn to
the ON position.
2.3.3 Initial Setup (cont'd)
8 Depress the LINE FEED push Refer to Figure
2.2.3-3.a.
button on the TCM front Verify that one
line feed
panel for at least one of paper occurs,
followed by
second. continuous line
feeds for as
long as the LINE
FEED push
button is depressed.
9 Continue to depress the Refer to Figure
2.2.3-3.a.
LINE FEED push button for
single line feeds until
the serrated edge of one
sheet passes the print-
head by 3 to 6 lines.
10 Depress the FORM FEED button Refer to Figure
2.2.3-3.b.
on the TCM front panel. Verify the paper
feeds to the same
popsition on the
next sheet. This
operation establishes
the form feed position.
11 Depress the TEST push button Refer to Figure
2.2.3-3.c.
on the TCM front panel for Verify that the
following
at least 5 seconds. is printed:
NO ERRORS IN ROM
NO ERRORS IN RAM
(Printer prints
66 lines barberpole
pattern). (There
may be a time delay
between printouts).
2.3.3 Initial Setup (cont'd)
The MSP is now ready
to receive message
traffic from the
line. Arrange to
have one or more
messages sent to
the MSP and verify
message content
with the transmitting
station. During
this time, the key-lock
switch should be
tested by setting
it to the OFF position
and verifying printing
has stopped. The
CAMPS system is
able to verify when
the switch has been
set to ON.
12 Set the key-lock switch to Refer to Figure
2.2.3-4.a.
OFF.
13 Remove the key. Refer to Figure
2.2.3-4.a.
̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲ ̲
^W̲A̲R̲N̲I̲N̲G̲^ Do not operate the
MSP with the cover open.
3.1.1 Sign On (SION) (cont'd)
After the boot sequence
and start up procedure
from the maintenance
position is finished,
the system will
present you for
a standard layout
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.1.1-1.
1 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.1.1-2.a.
control function key- Pressing the ATTN-key
causes
ATTN the VDU to present
ENTER in the system
line. The cursor
will be found in
the system line
and await a command
code.
2 On keyboard, enter the
command code SION.
3 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.1.1-2.b.
4 On keyboard, enter your The identification
code and
3 letter ID code and the password will
NOT be
your 8 letter password. displayed on the
screen.
Comma or space are
used as
separator.
5 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.1.1-2.b.
3.1.1 Sign On (SION) (cont'd)
6 If you enter invalid ID Blocking the terminal
will
code or password, you must take place after
three
go back to step 4 and try invalid attempts.
again.
7 If the terminal displays If the actual terminal
also
BLOCKED in the response have supervisor
capability,
line, proceed either to real blocking of
the terminal
step 1 and try again or will never take
place. You
contact supervisor for must press the Attn-key,
further help. which will bring
you back
Otherwise, proceed to to sign on mode
again.
step 8. Otherwise, you must
contact supervisor
for further help.
8 Proceed either to section If high level menu
is
HIGH LEVEL MENU presented proceed
to the
or section MSO MENU. high level menu
section.
If the MSO menu
is presented, proceed
to the MSO menu
section.
3.1.2 Sign Off (SIOF) (cont'd)
When you wish to
stop the
activity to a terminal,
you must enter the
command code
SIOF.
1 On keyboard, press the con- Refer to Figure
3.1.2-2.a.
trol function key-ATTN. Pressing the ATTN-key
causes
the VDU to present
the HIGH LEVEL MENU
on the screen.
The cursor will
be found in the
system line waiting
on a command code.
2 On keyboard, enter the com-
mand code SIOF.
3.1.2 Sign Off (SIOF) (cont'd)
3 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.1.2-4.a.
The time at which
the unattended operation
commenced, will
appear on the VDU
screen.
3.1.3 High Level Menu (cont'd)
The high level menu
format will inform
you about the possibilities
which exist, or
not exist for you
at the terminal
dependent of your
capability.
Refer to Figure
3.1.3-1.
The system will
display Y (yes)
or N (no) on a level
with the possibilities.
The cursor will
be found in the
system line and
await a command
code.
1 On keyboard, enter the You must enter one
of the
desired command: following possibilities:
SUPV SUPV - supervisor
MDCO MDCO - message distribution
MSOS MSOS - message service
USER USER - User.
ASSG ASSG - supervisor
assign.
ENGI ENGI - Engineering
function
SIOF SIOF - Sign OFF
You can only select
the commands, which
the system declares
with a Y (yes).
2 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.1.3-2.b.
If you select one
of the other possibilities
than MSO, the system
will present you
for the main menu
belonging to the
choice.
3 Proceed to MSO Menu section.
3.1.4 SECURITY PROCEDURES (cont'd)
Two security procedures
will be performed
during the MSO transactions:
- Security Interrogation
- Security Warning
The security procedures
are performed via
the system line
in the status header.
Refer to Figure
3.1.4-1.a.
S̲E̲C̲U̲R̲I̲T̲Y̲ ̲I̲N̲T̲E̲R̲R̲O̲G̲A̲T̲I̲O̲N̲
Security Interrogation
is employed to ensure
that the MSO terminal
is manned by an
operator who is
permitted to receive
messages up to the
level of classification
for which the terminal
is cleared.
The interrogation
will be performed
by the system which
outputs a request
in the system line.
1 If the question ENTER Refer to Figure
3.1.4-1.a.
PASSWORD appears in the
system line, proceed to
step 2.
Otherwise proceed to
step 4.
2 On keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.1.4-1.b.
PASSWORD.
The password is
a supervisor defined
8-letter code. The
password will n̲o̲t̲
be displayed on
the VDU screen.
3 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.1.4-2.a.
3.1.4 SECURITY PROCEDURES (cont'd)
If the password
is invalid INVALID
ENTRY !!!!!! appears
in the system line.
You must re-enter
the password. (repeat
from step 2).
If still invalid
after three attempts
or a reply is not
made within 3 minutes,
the terminal will
be blocked. You
must contact the
supervisor for further
help.
If the actual terminal
also have supervisor
capability, real
blocking will never
take place.
You can continue
by using the transaction
SIGN ON.
4 If the question ENTER
SECURITY CODE appears
on the system line,
proceed to step 5.
Otherwise proceed
to step 7.
5 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.1.4-3.a.
SECURITY CODE. The security code
is a 5-letter code.
The security code
must be equal to
the code specified
by the supervisor.
3.1.4 SECURITY PROCEDURES (cont'd)
S̲E̲C̲U̲R̲I̲T̲Y̲ ̲W̲A̲R̲N̲I̲N̲G̲
This procedure is
initiated by the
system before display
of information of
certain security
classification or
belonging to the
special handling
category as specified
by the supervisor.
The security warning
will be performed
by displaying a
warning message
of up to 500 characters.
The message will
be displayed in
the display area.
Refer to Figure
3.1.4-5.a.
6 press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.1.4-6.a. If
the
security
code
is
invalid
INVALID
ENTRY
!!!!!!
appears
in
the
system
line.
You
must
re-enter
the
security
code.
(repeat
from
step
5).
If still invalid
after three attempts
or a reply is not
made within 3 minutes,
the terminal will
be blocked. You
must contact the
supervisor for further
help.
If the actual terminal
also have supervisor
capability, real
blocking will never
take place.
You can continue
by using the transaction
SIGN ON.
7 Resume normal operation.
3.1.5 MSO Menu (cont'd)
1 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.1.5-2.a.
program function key F1 Pressing the F1-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "command".
2 Select one of the following
options:
MSGH Message Handling
OMAS Outgoing Message
Assistance
IMAS Incoming Message
Assistance
3 On keyboard, enter the The commands OMAS
and IMAS
command. will only become
important if messages
are queued in the
two corresponding
queues.
Refer to Figure
3.1.5-1.a.
The OMQ queue contains
messages which need
outgoing message
assistance.
The IMQ queue contains
messages which need
incoming message
assistance.
4 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.1.5-2.b.
If invalid command
is entered, an error
message appears
in the response
line together with
the MSO menu format.
Refer to Figure
3.1.5-1.b.
For further error
explanation, proceed
to the error messages
and error handling
section.
5 When the command is valid,
proceed to the section
corresponding to the
selected transaction.
3.2.2 Message Handling Menu (MSGH) (cont'd)
If you have selected
MSGH, the Message
Handling Menu is
presented on the
VDU screen. Refer
to Figure 3.2.2-1.
1 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.2-2.a.
program function key F1 Pressing the F1-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "command".
2 Select one of the following
options:
SMPR Service Message
Preparation
Menu
RELU Retrieval for Local
Use
READ Retrieval for Readdressal
RERN Retrieval for Rerun
REDS Retrieval for Redistribution
REDE Retrieval for Deletion
RESP Response Message
RECV Receive Message
3 On keyboard, enter the
command.
4 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.2.2-2.b.
If invalid command
is entered, an
error message appears
in the response
line together with
the Message Handling
Menu Format.
Refer to Figure
3.2.2-1.a.
You must re-enter
valid command. For
further error explanation,
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.
5 When the command is valid,
proceed to the section
which corresponds to the
selected transaction.
3.2.2 Message Handling Menu (MSGH) (cont'd)
3.2.3.1 Service Message Preparation Menu (SMPR) (cont'd)
If you have selected
SMPR, the Service
Message Preparation
Menu is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.1-1.
1 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.1-2.a.
program function key F1 Pressing the F1-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "command".
2 Select one of the following
options:
PRPF Prepare New Plaindress
Message
PRAP Prepare New Abbreviated
Plaindress Message
PRAS Prepare New Abbreviated
Service Message
CPFP Continue Plaindress
Preparation
CAPP Continue Abbreviated
Plaindress Preparation
CASP Continue Abbreviated
Service Message
Preparation
PRNC Prepare New Comment
CTCP Continue Comment
Preparation
DESM Delete Service Message
OSMS Outgoing Service
Message Status
3 On keyboard, enter the
command
3.2.3.1 Service Message Preparation Menu (SMPR) (cont'd)
4 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.1-4.a.
If invalid command
is
entered, an error
message
appears in the response
line together with
the Service Message
Preparation Menu
Format.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.1-3.a.
You must re-enter
valid command. For
further error explanation,
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.
5 When the command is valid,
proceed to the section
which corresponds to the
selected transaction.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
If you have selected
PRPF, the NEW PLAINDRESS
PREPARE format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
Refer to fig 3.2.3.2-1.
NOTE: The new plaindress
prepare transaction
will be displayed
in 3 different formats.
1. Entry of ACP
127 information
2. Entry of text.
3. Action after
preparation.
Each format is validated
separately by the
system.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-1.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
2 NOTE: The ITEM REFERENCE ID Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-1.b.
is entered by the system This is an identity
for this message
until the message
is sent or deleted.
3 On Keyboard enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-1.c.
CLASSIFICATION You must define
the classification
of the message under
preparation.
You must enter one
of the following
possibilities:
UU - Nato Unclassified
RR - Nato Restricted
CC - Nato Confidential
SS - Nato Secret
TT - Cosmic Top
Secret
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
4 The SPECIAL HANDLING
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 6
5 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-3.a.
SPECIAL HANDLING You can enter the
follo-
wing possibilities
in the two fields:
LL - ATOMAL
YY - CRYPTO SECURITY
DD - DATA MESSAGE
PP - EXCLUSIVE
If you enter "national
eyes only", the
first field must
contain EE and the
second contain a
2-letter acronym
for the nationality.
After validation,
the system will
check the SPECIAL
HANDLING category
against the security
profile of both
the terminal and
operator.
The system will
also check the SPECIAL
category against
the security CLASSIFICATION,
to ensure that the
following combination
does not exist:
NATO unclassified
and any special
category except
"nationals" eyes
only.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
6 The PRECEDENCE ACTION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-5.a.
is a mandatory entry item. This defines the
precedence
On Keyboard, enter the by which the message
will
PRECEDENCE. be transmitted to
actions addresses.
You must enter one
of the following
possibilities:
ZZ - FLASH
OO - IMMEDIATE
PP - PRIORITY
RR - ROUTINE
7 The PRECEDENCE INFO
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 9.
8 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-5.b.
PRECEDENCE This defines the
precedence by which
the message will
be transmitted to
info addresses.
You must enter one
of the same possibilities
as from precedence
action, but precedence
info must not be
higher than precedence
action.
9 The MESSAGE HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 12.
10 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-5.c.
INSTRUCTION(s). You can enter instructions
for the receiver(s)
up to 50 characters.
NOTE - This field
will not be validated.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
11 The FROM is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-7.a.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
name of
On Keyboard, enter one of your local
the "name". headquarters using
plain language
address (PLA) or
PLA reference number
(PLAREF).
PLAREF(s) must be
entered as a 4-figure
number.
For instance 0137.
12 The TO ACTION is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 14.
13 On keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-7.b.
ADDRESS(es) You must enter the
address(es) of the
intended action
addresses.
You can only enter
one address per
line.
You must begin with
address indicator
groups (AIGs)/address
groups (AGs), if
any.
By using groups,
you must
first enter the
2- or 3 letter combination
AG/AIG followed
by the actual address
data.
For instance: AIG
5000.
This should be followed
by PLAs and/or PLA
reference number. …86…1
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3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
14 The TO INFO is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 16.
15 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-9.a.
the ADDRESS(es) You can enter the
address(es) of the
intented info addresses.
You must use the
same procedure as
described for action
addresses.
NOTE. If you defines
any info address,
the precedence info
field must be defined
too.
16 Either a TO ACTION
address or a INFO address
must be defined:
17 The EXEMPT is an optional
entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 19.
18 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-9.b.
ADDRESS(es) You can define PLAs
and/or PLA reference
number of addresses
to be excluded from
AIG(s) used in the
TO ACTION and TO
INFO LINES.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
19 If you do not need to insert If more lines are
required,
or remove address lines, proceed to step
20.
proceed to step 30. If removal of lines
are required,
proceed to step
25.
20 Place the cursor, where you The actual number
of lines(n)
wish to insert more lines. will be inserted
below the
cursor placement.
21 On keyboard, press pro- Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-12.a.
gram function key F2. Pressing the F2-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "INSERT (n)
LINES".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
22 On keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
inserted.
23 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-12.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be inserted by the
system.
24 Repeat from step 12…86…1 …02… …02…
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3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
25 Place the cursor, where The actual number
of lines(n)
you wich to remove will be removed
as the line
address lines. where the cursor
is placed and (n-1)
lines below the
cursor placement.
26 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-14.a.
program function key F4 pressing the F4-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "DELETE (n)
LINES".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
27 On keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
deleted.
28 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-14.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be deleted by the
system.
29 Repeat from step 12.
30 VALIDATION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-14.b.
On Keyboard, depress If invalid entry,
an error
the ENTER Key and the message number appears
in
system will validate all the left hand margin
data entries.
You must correct
your mistake by
inserting valid
data.
If you need further
error number explanation
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.…86…1
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3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
31 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-15.
outputs a new format When all entries
in the
on the VDU screen. "entry of ACP 127
information" format
are valid, you are
prompted for the
"entry of text"
format.
32 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-15.a.
text. This is the text
of the message which
can be sent to the
address(es) defined
earlier in this
"prepare new plaindress
message".
33 If you do not need more Every line may contain
lines for text, proceed up to 69 alphanumeric
to step 39 characters.
34 Place the cursor, where you The actual number
of lines(n)
wish to insert more lines. will be inserted
below the
cursor placement.
35 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-16.a.
program function Pressing the F2-Key
informs
Key F2 the system that
the next instruction
is a "INSERT (n)
LINES".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
36 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
inserted.
37 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-16.b.
The actual number
of lines
will now be inserted
by the system.
38 Repeat from step 32.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
39 If you do not need to remove
text-lines,
proceed to step 44.
40 Place the cursor, where you The actual number
of lines(n)
wish to remove lines. will be removed
as the line
where the cursor
is placed and (n-1)
lines below the
cursor placement.
41 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-18.a.
program function Key F4 Pressing the F4-Key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "delete (n)
lines"
The cursor will
be found in the
Command Line and
await a number.
42 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
deleted.
43 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-18.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be removed by the
system.
44 On Keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-18.b.
the ENTER Key. The system will
check that the textline
contains "something",
and if it is OK,
outputs a new format.
3.2.3.2 Prepare New Plaindress Message (PRPF) (cont'd)
45 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-19.
outputs a new format When the "entry
of text"
on the VDU screen. is finished, you
are prompted for
the "action after
preparation" format.
46 You must now decide
whether the message
shall be sent or kept
for further preparation.
47 If you select to send
the message. proceed to
step 48, otherwise to
step 51.
48 On Keyboard, enter SEN in Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-19.a.
the mandatory item. The system will
queue the
message for transmission.
49 Proceed to step 51
50 On Keyboard, enter DEF in Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-19.a.
the mandatory item. The system will
keep the
message and you
will be
able to do resumption
by the transactions
Continue Plaindress
Preparation (CPFP)
or Delete Service
Message (DESM).
51 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.2-20.a.
The message will
be sent or deferred
and the SERVICE
MESSAGE PREPARATION
MENU will be displayed
on your VDU screen.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
If you have selected
PRAP, the NEW ABBREVIATED
PLAINDRESS PREPARE
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-1.
NOTE: The new abbreviated
plaindress prepare
transaction will
be displayed in
3 different formats.
1. Entry of ACP
127 information
2. Entry of text.
3. Action after
preparation.
Each format is validated
separately by the
system.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-1.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
2 NOTE: The ITEM REFERENCE ID Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-1.b.
is entered by the system This is an identity
for this message
until the message
is sent or deleted.
3 NOTE: The following entries
are ACP 127 informations
to format line 2,3 and 4
respectively.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
4 The PRECEDENCE is Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-3.a.
a mandatory entry item. This defines the
precedence
On Keyboard, enter the by which the message
will be
PRECEDENCE transmitted.
You must enter one
of the following
possibilities:
ZZ - FLASH
OO - IMMEDIATE
PP - PRIORITY
RR - ROUTINE
5 The ROUTING INDICATORS
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 7
6 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-3.b.
ROUTING INDICATORS (s) This identifies
the routing indicator(s)
of this message.
The first letter
in the routing indicators
must be either R
or U.
7 Note: At least one
routing indicator must be
defined.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
8 The CLASSIFICATION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-5.a.
is a mandatory entry You must define
the
item. classification of
the
On Keyboard, enter the message under preparation
CLASSIFICATION.
You must enter one
of the following
possibilities:
UU - Nato unclassified
RR - Nato restricted
CC - Nato confidential
SS - Nato secret
TT - Cosmic Top
Secret
9 The SPECIAL HANDLING
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to define
this entry, proceed to step
11.
10 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-5.b.
SPECIAL HANDLING You can enter the
following possibilities
in the two fields:
LL - ATOMAL
YY - CRYPTO SECURITY
DD - DATA MESSAGE
PP - EXCLUSIVE
If you enter "national
eyes only", the
first field must
contain EE and the
second contain a
2-letter acronym
for the nationality.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
After validation,
the system will
check the SPECIAL
HANDLING category
against the security
profile of both
the terminal and
operator.
The system will
also check the SPECIAL
category against
the security CLASSIFICATION,
to ensure that the
following combination
does not exist:
NATO unclassified
and any special
category except
"nationals" eyes
only.
11 The MESSAGE HANDLING
INSTRUCTIONS
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to define
this entry, proceed
to step 13.
12 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-7.a.
INSTRUCTION(s) You can enter instructions
for the receiver(s)
up to 50 characters.
NOTE - This field
will not
be validated.
13 VALIDATION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-8.a.
On Keyboard, depress If invalid entry,
an error
the ENTER key and message number appears
in
the system will validate the left hand margin
all data entries.
You must correct
your mistake by
inserting valid
data.
If you need further
error number explanation
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
14 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-9.
outputs a new format When all entries
in the
on the VDU screen. "entry of ACP 127
information" format
are valid, you are
prompted for the
"entry of text"
format.
15 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-9.a.
text This is the text
of the message which
can be sent to the
address(es) defined
earlier in this
"prepare new abbreviated
plaindress message".
16 If you do not need Every line may contain
more lines for text, up to 69 alphanumeric
proceed to step 21 characters.
17 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-10.a.
program function pressing the F2-key
informs
key F2 the system that
the next instruction
is a "insert (n)
lines".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
18 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
inserted.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
19 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-12.a.
The actual number
of lines will now
be inserted by the
system.
20 Repeat from step 15.
21 If you do not need to
remove text-lines,
proceed to step 25.
22 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-12.b.
program function Key F4 Pressing the F4-Key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "delete (n)
lines".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
23 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
deleted.
24 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-12.a.
The actual number
of lines will now
be removed by the
system.
25 On Keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-12.a.
the ENTER Key. The system will
check that the textline
contains "something",
and if it is OK,
outputs a new format.
3.2.3.3 Prepare New Abbreviated Plaindress Message
(PRAP)(cont'd)
26 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-13.
outputs a new format on When the "entry
of text"
the VDU screen. is finished, you
are prompted for
the "action after
preparation" format.
27 You must now decide
whether the message
shall be sent or kept
for further preparation.
28 If you select to send
the message, proceed
to step 29, otherwise
to step 31.
29 On Keyboard, enter SEN in Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-13.a.
the mandatory entry item. The system will
queue
the message for
transmission
30 Proceed to step 32
31 On Keyboard, enter DEF in Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-13.a.
the mandatory entry item. The system will
keep the
message and you
will be able to
do resumption by
the transactions
Continue Abbreviated
Plaindress Preparation
(CAPP) or Delete
Service Message
(DESM) .
32 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.3-14.a.
The message will
be sent or deferred
and the SERVICE
MESSAGE PREPARATION
MENU will be displayed
on your screen.
3.2.3.5 Continue Plaindress Preparation (CPFP) (cont'd)
If you have selected
CPFP, the CONTINUE
PLAINDRESS PREPARATION
format is presented
on the VDU Screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.5-1.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.5-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 The REF. IDENTITY is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.5-1.b.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
id for
On Keyboard, enter the the message
ITEM REFERENCE ID you wish to continue.
3 Press ENTER Key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.5-2.a.
The system will
check the reference
id.
If the reference
id is known to the
system and the specified
message is deferred,
the system will
present the continue
preparation as described
under the prepare
new plaindress message.
The only difference
will be the terminal
function field which
will display "CONT
PLAINDRESS PREPARE".
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.5-1.c.
If you need further
help to continue
the message, proceed
to section 3.2.3.2.
3.2.3.6 Continue Abbreviated Plaindress Preparation
(CAPP)(cont'd)
If you have selected
CAPP, the CONTINUE
ABBREVIATED PLAINDRESS
PREPARATION format
is presented on
the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.6-1.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.6-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 The REF. IDENTITY is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.6-1.b.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
id for
On keyboard, enter the the message
ITEM REFERENCE ID. you wish to continue.
3 Press ENTER Key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.6-2.a.
The system will
check the reference
id.
If the reference
id is known to the
system and the specified
message is deferred
the system will
present the continue
preparation as described
under the prepare
new abbreviated
plaindress message.
The only difference
will be the terminal
function field which
will display "CONT
ABBR PLAINDRESS
PREP".
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.6-1.c.
If you need further
help to continue
the message, proceed
to section 3.2.3.3.
3.2.3.7 Continue Abbreviated Service Message Preparation
(CASP)
(cont'd)
If you have selected
CASP, the CONTINUE
ABBREVIATED SERVICE
MESSAGE PREPARATION
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.7-1.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.7-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 The REF. IDENTITY is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.7-1.b.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
id for
On Keyboard, enter the the message
ITEM REFERENCE ID you wish to continue.
3 Press ENTER Key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.7-2.a.
The system will
check the reference
id.
If the reference
id is known to the
system and the specified
message is deferred
the system will
present the continue
preparation as described
under the prepare
new abbreviated
service message.
The only difference
will be the terminal
function field which
will display "CONT
ABBR SERVICE PREP".
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.7-1.c.
If you need further
help to continue
the message, proceed
to section 3.2.3.4.
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
If you have selected
PRNC, the NEW COMMENT
PREPARE format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-1.
NOTE: The new Comment
prepare transaction
will be displayed
in 3 different formats.
1. Entry of comment
header information.
2. Entry of text.
3. Action after
preparation
Each format is validated
separately by the
system.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-1.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
2 NOTE: The ITEM REFERENCE Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-1.b.
ID is entered This is an identity
for
by the system. this comment until
the comment is sent
or deleted.
3 THE CLASSIFICATION is Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-1.c.
a mandatory entry item. You must enter the
classifi-
On keyboard, enter the cation of the comment
under
classification. preparation. You
must enter one of
the following possibilities:
UU - NATO UNCLASSIFIED
RR - NATO RESTRICTED
CC - NATO CONFIDENTIAL
SS - NATO SECRET
TT - COSMIC TOP
SECRET.
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
After validation,
the system will
check that this
classification is
within the security
profile of both
terminal and operator.
4 The SPECIAL HANDLING is an
optional entry item.
If you to not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 6.
5 On keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8.3.a.
SPECIAL HANDLING. You can enter the
following possibilities
in the two fields:
LL - ATOMAL
YY - CRYPTO SECURITY
DD - DATA MESSAGE
PP - EXCLUSIVE
If you enter "national
eyes only", the
first field must
contain EE and the
second contain a
2-letter acronym
for the nationality.
After validation,
the system will
check the SPECIAL
HANDLING category
against the security
profile of both
the terminal and
operator.
The system will
also check the SPECIAL
category against
the security CLASSIFICATION,
to ensure that the
following combination
does not exist:
NATO unclassified
and any special
category except
"nationals" eyes
only.
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
6 The PRECEDENCE Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-5.a.
is a mandatory entry This defines the
precedence
item. On keyboard, by which this comment
will
enter the precedence. be transmitted.
RR - ROUTINE
PP - PRIORITY
OO - IMMEDIATE
ZZ - FLASH
7 The ORIGINATOR SCD is Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-5.b.
a mandatory entry item. This defines the
originating
On keyboard, enter the staff cell designator
(SCD).
SCD.
8 The ORIGINATOR ID is Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-5.c.
a mandatory entry item. You must enter the
On keyboard, enter the ID. originators name,
rank and telephone
number in the 20
characters field.
9 The LOCAL DISTRIBUTION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-5.d.
is a mandatory entry item. At least one SCD
must be
On keyboard, enter the defined in the distribution
SCD(s) list. You can define
up to 10 local staff
cell designators.
10 VALIDATION Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-6.a.
On Keyboard, depress If invalid entry,
an error
the ENTER Key and the message number appears
in
system will validate all the left hand margin
data entries.
You must correct
your mistake by
inserting valid
data.
If you need further
error number explanation
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
11 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-7
outputs a new format When all entries
in the
on the VDU screen. "entry of comment
header information"
format are valid,
you are prompted
for the "entry of
text" format.
12 On keyboard, enter free Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-7.a.
text. This entry is mandatory
13 If you do not need Every line may contain
more lines for text, up to 69 alphanumeric
proceed to step 18. characters.
14 Place the cursor, where The actual number
of
you wish to insert more lines will be inserted
below
lines. the cursor placement.
15 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-8.a.
program function pressing the F2-key
informs
key F2. the system that
the next instruction
is a "insert (n)
lines".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
16 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
inserted.
17 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-8.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be inserted by the
system.
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
18 If you do not need
to remove text-lines
proceed to step 23.
19 Place the cursor, where The actual number
of
you wish to remove lines will be removed
text-lines. below the cursor
placement.
20 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-10.a.
program function Key F4 Pressing the F4-Key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "delete (n)
lines".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
21 On Keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
deleted.
22 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-10.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be removed by the
system.
23 On Keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-10.b.
the ENTER Key. The system will
check that the textline
contains "something",
and if it is OK,
outputs a new format:
3.2.3.8 Prepare New Comment (PRNC) (cont'd)
24 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-11.
outputs a new format When the "entry
of text"
on the VDU screen. is finished, you
are prompted for
the "action after
preparation" format.
25 You must now decide
whether the comment
shall be sent or kept
for further preparation.
26 If you select to send
the comment, proceed
to step 27.
Otherwise to step 29.
27 On keyboard, enter SEN Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-11.a.
in the mandatory
entry item.
28 Proceed to step 30
29 On keyboard, enter DEF Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-11.a.
in the mandatory entry The system will
keep the
item. comment and you
will be able to
do resumption by
the transactions
Continue Comment
Preparation (CTCP)
or Delete Service
Message (DESM).
30 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.8-12.a.
The comment will
be sent or deferred
and the Service
Message preparation
Menu will be displayed
on your VDU screen.
3.2.3.9 Continue Comment
Preparation (CTCP)(cont'd)
If you have selected
CTCP THE CONTINUE
COMMENT PREPARATION
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-1.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-1.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
2 The REF. IDENTITY is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-1.b.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
id
On keyboard, enter the for the comment
you
ID. wish to continue.
3 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-2.a.
The system will
check the reference
id.
If the reference
id is known to the
system and the specified
comment is deferred,
the system will
present the Continue
preparation as described
under the Prepare
New Comment.
The only difference
will be the terminal
function field which
will display "CONTINUE
COMMENT PREP".
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-1.c.
If you need further
help to continue
the comment proceed
to section 3.2.3.8.
3.2.3.10 Delete Service Messages (DESM) (cont'd)
If you have selected
DESM, the DELETE
SERVICE MESSAGES
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.10-1.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.10-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 The REF. IDENTITY is a Refer to Figure
3.2.3.10-1.b.
mandatory entry item. You must enter the
id of
On Keyboard, enter the the message
ITEM REFERENCE ID you wish to delete
3 Press ENTER Key. Refer to Figure
3.2.3.10-2.a.
The system will
check the reference
id.
If the reference
id is known to the
system the specified
message will be
deleted.
The system will
inform you by displaying
MESSAGE DELETED
in the response
line.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.10-1.c.
If the system do
not find the reference
id, ITEM NOT FOUND
will be displayed
in the response
line and you will
be promted for the
Service Message
preparation Menu.
NOTE: Only deferred
messages can be
deleted.
3.2.3.11 Service Message Status (OSMS) (cont'd)
If you have selected
OSMS, the SERVICE
MESSAGE STATUS format
is presented on
the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.3.11-1.
By informing you
with the timestamp
and item reference
number, the system
will give you a
list of:
1 - Messages sent
for
transmission
2 - Deferred messages
3 - Deleted messages
This is the status
at this terminal
since 24.00 hours.
The system will
give you the number
of messages prepared
since previous status
too
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.3.11-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 On Keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.11-2.a.
desired DISPLAY CONTROL The system displays
max 22
Key. lines of the message
status at once.
3.2.3.11 Service Message Status (OSMS) (cont'd)
You can get the
following page by
use of "page forward"
or the opposite
by use of "page
back".
"Scroll forward"
will get you one
line forward and
the opposite by
use of "Scroll back".
3 When you wich to stop Refer to Figure
3.2.3.11-4.a.
the activities in OSMS It is only possible
to come
mode, press special out of Service Message
Status
function key F11. mode by using F11
- CANCEL.
After this, you
can start a new
transaction.
4 On Keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.3.9-4.b.
special function Key F-12 By pressing F-12
Key the system returns
to the service message
preparation menu
(SMPR).
5 Proceed to section Service
Message Preparation Menu.
3.2.5 Retrieval For Local Use (RELU) (cont'd)
If you have selected
RELU, the RETRIEVAL
FOR LOCAL USE format
is presented on
the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.5-1.
NOTE: The retrieval
for local use will
be displayed in
3 different formats.
1. Entry of Key
type
2. Entry of retrieval
data.
3. Display of message
If more than one
message satisfies
the retrieval parameters,
a catalogue with
these messages data
will be displayed.
You can go back
and enter the specific
data for the desired
message.
3a. Display of catalogue.
3.2.5 Retrieval For Local Use (RELU) (cont'd)
1 Select one of the
following options:
A TIME STAMP + CHANNEL
ID +
CHANNEL SERIES NO.
B TIME STAMP + STATION
ID +
STATION SERIES NO.
+ FILE
TIME.
C TIME STAMP + DATE
TIME GROUP + HQ
ID + SIC's.
D TIME STAMP + ITEM
REF. ID
E DATE TIME GROUP
+ HQ ID
2 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5-3.a.
the KEY TYPE. You must enter one
of the possibilities:
A, B, C, D, E
This identify the
code for the Key
type by which the
message is to be
retrieved.
3 Press ENTER Key Refer to Figure
3.2.5-4.a.
4 Proceed to the selected You will find the
5 key
key section sections as described
below:
Key A - Section
3.2.5.1
Key B - Section
3.2.5.2
Key C - Section
3.2.5.4
Key D - Section
3.2.5.5
Key E - Section
3.2.5.6
3.2.5.1 Retrieval Key Type A (cont'd)
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-1.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen. A, the RETRIEVAL
KEY A format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
You can use this
format to retrieve
both incoming and
outgoing messages.
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
3 The TIME STAMP is a
mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-1.b.
TIMESTAMP. The time stamp is
the time from where
you decide to start
the search.
The timestamp must
consist of 14 characters.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
MINUTE (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2).
For instance:
192135Z FEB 82
4 The WINDOW is an If you do not define
the
optional entry item. time stamp WINDOW,
the
If you do not wish to search will only
occur
define this entry, within the defined
minute.
proceed to step 6.
3.2.5.1 Retrieval Key Type A (cont'd)
5 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-3.a.
HOUR and/or MINUTES This identifies
a time window used
to limit the search
of the catalogue.
You can enter max
upto 6 hours.
For instance:
1 hour 30 minutes
The search will
start at the time
specified in the
time stamp and stop
1 hour and 30 minutes
later.
6 The CHANNEL DESIGNA-
TOR is a mandatory entry
item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-3.b.
CD. The CD must consist
by 3 alpha characters.
This identifies
the specific Channel
by which the message
is to be retrieved.
7 The CHANNEL SERIAL NO.
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 9.
3.2.5.1 Retrieval Key Type A (cont'd)
8 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-5.a.
NUMBER The channel serial
number is the number
of messages sent
over the specific
channel.
You can enter the
number for the specific
message.
The sequence type
must be defined
in "channel no.
series control,
NOCC" as either
3 digits or 4 digits.
9 Press ENTER key and Refer to Figure
3.2.5.1-6.a.
proceed to section 3.2.5.3 If more than one
message
Catalogue Key Type A + B. satisfied the retrieval
parameters, a catalogue
is presented on
the VDU screen.
If you have employed
and finished your
retrieve data from
key type A or B,
the same catalogue
will be presented.
This catalogue is
described in section
3.2.5.3.-
Catalogue Key type
A+B.
3.2.5.2 Retrieval Key Type B (cont'd)
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-1.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen. B, the RETRIEVAL
KEY B format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
You can use this
format to retrieve
both incoming and
outgoing messages.
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
3 The TIME STAMP is a
mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-1.b.
TIMESTAMP. The time stamp is
the time from where
you decide to start
the search.
The timestamp must
consist of 14 characters.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
MINUTE (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2).
For instance:
192135Z FEB 82
4 The WINDOW is an If you do not define
the
optional entry item. time stamp window,
the
If you do not wish to search will only
occur
define this entry, within the defined
minute.
proceed to step 6.
3.2.5.2 Retrieval Key Type B (cont'd)
5 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-3.a.
HOUR and/or MINUTES This identifies
a time window used
to limit the search
of the catalogue.
You can enter max
upto 6 hours.
For instance:
1 hour 30 minutes
The search will
start at the time
specified in the
time stamp and stop
1 hour and 30 minutes
later.
6 The STATION ID is a
mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-3.b.
ID. This identifies
the id of the sending
station by which
the message is to
be retrieved.
7 The STATION SERIAL NO
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to define
this entry, proceed
to step 9.
8 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-3.c.
the NUMBER. The station serial
number is the number
of messages sent
over the specific
station.
You can enter the
number for the specific
message.
3.2.5.2 Retrieval Key Type B (cont'd)
9 The FILE TIME is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 11.
10 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-5.a.
FILE TIME The time of filling
consist of the Julian
date (3 digits)
and the time group
(4 digits).
11 Press ENTER key and Refer to Figure
3.2.5.2-6.a.
proceed to section 3.2.5.3 If more than one
message
Catalogue Key Type A + B. satisfied the retrieval
parameters, a catalogue
is presented on
the VDU screen.
If you have employed
and finished your
retrieve data from
key type A or B,
the same catalogue
will be presented.
This catalogue is
described in section
3.2.5.3 - Catalogue
key type A + B.
3.2.5.3 Catalogue Key Type A + B (cont'd)
1 If only one message
satisfies the retrieval
parameters, proceed
to step 6.
2 If more than one message Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-1.
satisfies the retrieval For every message
this cata-
parameters, a catalogue logue informs you
about:
is presented on the VDU KEY TYPE
screen. TIME STAMP
ITEM REFERENCE ID
CHANNEL ID
CHANNEL SERIES NO
STATION ID
STATION SERIES NO.
FILE TIME
3 Select the searched message
from the information in
the catague.
4 On keyboard, press Special
function Key-F12. Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-2.a.
Pressing the F12-key
informing the system
to present the Message
Handling Menu.
5 Proceed to section 3.3.2 You can start a
new attempt
Message Handling Menu. by using the data
corresponding to
the
searched message.
3.2.5.3 Catalogue Key Type A + B (cont'd)
6 Observe that a message Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-3.
is displayed on the Before presentation
of the
VDU screen. message, you can
be prompted for
security procedures.
If so, proceed to
section 3.1.4 SECURITY
PROCEDURES.
7 If you do not wish The system displays
max 22
to 'page' in the message, lines of the message
at once.
proceed to step 9.
8 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-4.a.
the desired DISPLAY You can get the
following
CONTROL Key. page by use of "page
forward" or the
opposite by use
of "page back".
"Scroll forward"
will get you one
line forward and
the opposite by
use of "scroll back".
9 If you do not wish
to get a hard copy of
the message,
proceed to step 11.
10 On Keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-4.b.
program function Key F3. The system will
print out the whole
message on the
associated printer.
3.2.5.3 Catalogue Key Type A + B (cont'd)
11 If you have started the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-6.a.
retrieval from The system will
give you a
readdressal (READ) or new format which
rerun (RERN). corresponds to the
desired
Press ENTER key. start command.
Otherwise proceed to
step 12. If you need further
information to continue
the
readdressal transaction,
proceed to section
3.2.6
step 5 and to continue
the rerun transaction,
proceed to section
3.2.7 step 2.
12 Press Special function Refer to Figure
3.2.5.3-6.b.
key-F12 and proceed to By pressing F12-key
the
section Message handling system returns to
the
Menu. Message Handling
Menu.
3.2.5.4 Retrieval Key Type C (cont'd)
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-1.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen. C, the RETRIEVAL
KEY C format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
You can use this
format to retrieve
both incoming and
outgoing messages.
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
3 The TIME STAMP is a
mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.4.4-1.b.
TIMESTAMP. The time stamp is
the time from where
you decide to start
the search.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
MINUTE (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2).
For instance:
192135Z FEB 82
4 The WINDOW is an If you do not define
the
optional entry item. time stamp window,
the
If you do not wish to search will only
occur
define this entry, within the defined
minute.
proceed to step 6.
3.2.5.4 Retrieval Key Type C (cont'd)
5 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-3.a.
HOUR and/or MINUTES This identifies
a time window used
to limit the search
of the catalogue.
You can enter max
upto 6 hours.
For instance:
1 hour 30 minutes
The search will
start at the time
specified in the
time stamp and stop
1 hour and 30 minutes
later.
6 The DATE TIME GROUP
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 8.
7 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-3.b.
the DTG The DTG contains
information about
format line 5 of
ACP 127 messages.
The DTG must consist
of 4 characters.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
Minute (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2)
For instance: 192135Z
FEB 82
3.2.5.4 Retrieval Key Type C (cont'd)
8 The HEADQUARTERS ID
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 10.
9 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-5.a.
the ID. The ID contains
information about
format line 6 of
ACP 127 messages.
You can enter the
originating headquarter
using plain language
address (PLA) or
PLA reference number.
(PLAREF).
10 The SIC is an optional
entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 12.
11 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-5.b.
the SIC.
16 Press ENTER key and Refer to Figure
3.2.5.4-6.a.
proceed to section 3.2.5.7 If more than one
message
Catalogue Key Type C + D + E. satisfied the retrieval
parameters, a catalogue
is presented on
the VDU screen.
If you have employed
and finished your
retrieve data from
key type C, D, or
E, the same catalogue
will be presented.
This catalogue is
described in section
3.3.5.7 - Catalogue
key type C + D +
E.
3.2.5.5 Retrieval Key Type D (cont'd)
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-1.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen. D, the RETRIEVAL
KEY D format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
You can use this
format to retrieve
both incoming and
outgoing messages.
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
3 The TIME STAMP is a
mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-1.b.
TIMESTAMP. The time stamp is
the time where you
decide to start
the search.
The timestamp must
consist of 14 characters.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
MINUTE (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2).
For instance:192135Z
FEB 82.
4 The WINDOW is an If you do not define
the
optional entry item. time stamp window,
the
If you do not wish to search will only
occur
define this entry, within the defined
minute.
proceed to step 6.
3.2.5.5 Retrieval Key Type D (cont'd)
5 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-3.a.
HOUR and/or MINUTES This identifies
a time window used
to limit the search
of the catalogue.
You can enter max
upto 6 hours.
For instance:
1 hour 30 minutes
The search will
start at the time
specified in the
time stamp and stop
1 hour and 30 minutes
later.
6 The ITEM REF. ID.
is a mandatory entry
item.
On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-3.b.
the ID. This is the identity
of a message, defined
by the system.
You must enter the
number which identify
the search message.
7 Press ENTER key and Refer to Figure
3.2.5.5-4.a.
proceed to section 3.2.5.7. If more than one
message
Catalogue Key Type C + D + E. satisfied the retrieval
parameters, a catalogue
is presented on
the VDU screen.
If you have employed
and finished your
retrieve data from
key type C, D, or
E, the same catalogue
will be presented.
This catalogue is
described in section
3.2.5.7 - Catalogue
Key Type C + D +
E.
3.2.5.6 Retrieval Key Type E (cont'd)
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.6-1.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen. E, the RETRIEVAL
KEY E format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
You can only use
this format to retrieve
incoming messages
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.5.6-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID
3 The DATE TIME GROUP
is a mandatory entry item.
On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.5.6-1.b.
DTG. The DTG contains
information about
format line 5 of
ACP 127 messages.
The DTG must consist
of 4 characters.
DATE (2) HOUR (2)
MINUTE (2)
ZONE (1) SPACE (1)
MONTH (3)
SPACE (1) YEAR (2).
For instance: 192135Z
FEB 82.
4 The HEADQUATER ID
is an optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 6.
3.2.5.6 Retrieval Key Type E (cont'd)
5 On Keyboard, enter the ID, Refer to Figure
3.2.5.6-3.a.
The ID contains
information about
format line 6 of
ACP 127 messages.
You can enter the
originating headquarter
using plain language
address (PLA) or
PLA reference number.
6 Press ENTER key and Refer to Figure
3.2.5.6-4.a.
proceed to section 3.2.5.7 If more than one
message
Catalogue Key Type C + D + E. satisfied the retrieval
parameters, a catalogue
is presented on
the VDU screen.
If you have employed
and finished your
retrieve data from
key type C, D, or
E, the same catalogue
will be presented.
This catalogue is
described in section
3.3.5.7 - Catalogue
Key Type C + D +
E.…86…1 …02… …02…
…02… …02…
3.2.5.7 Catalogue Key Type C + D + E (cont'd)
1 If only one message
satisfies the retrieval
parameters, proceed to
step 6.
2 If more than one message Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-1.
satisfies the retrieval For every message
this
parameters, a catalogue is catalogue informs
you about:
presented on the VDU screen
KEY TYPE
TIME STAMP
ITEM REFERENCE ID
HEADQUARTERS ID
DATE TIME GROUP
SICs
3 Select the searched message
from the information
in the catalogue.
4 On Keyboard, press Special Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-2.a.
function Key F12. Pressing the F12-Key
informs the system
to present the Message
Handling Menu.
5 Proceed to section 3.3.2 You can start a
new
Message Handling Menu. attempt by using
the data
corresponding to
the
searched message.
3.2.5.7 Retrieval Key Type C + D + E (cont'd)
6 Observe that the message Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-3.
is displayed on the VDU Before presentation
of the
screen. message you can
be promp-
ted for security
procedures. If so,
proceed to section
3.1.4 SECURITY PROCEDURES.
7 If you do not wish to The system displays
max 22
'page' in the message, lines of the message
at once.
proceed to step 9.
8 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-4.a.
the desired DISPLAY You can get the
following
CONTROL Key. page by use of "page
forward" or the
opposite by use
of "page back".
"Scroll forward"
will get you one
line forward and
the opposite by
use of "scroll back".
9 If you do not wish to
get a hard copy of the
message
proceed to step 11.
10 On Keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-4.b.
the program function The system will
print out
Key F3. the whole message
on the associated
printer.
3.2.5.7 Retrieval Key Type C + D + E (cont'd)
11 If you have started Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-6.a.
the retrieval from The system will
give you a
readdressal (READ), new format which
corresponds
redistribution (REDS) to the desired start
or deletion (REDE). command.
Press ENTER Key.
Otherwise proceed
to step 12.
If you need further
information to continue
the readdressal
transaction, proceed
to section 3.2.6
- step 5 and to
continue the redistribution
transaction, proceed
to section 3.2.8
step 2 and to continue
the deletion transaction,
proceed to section
3.2.8 step 2.
12 Press Special function Refer to Figure
3.2.5.7-6.b.
key-F12 and proceed By pressing F12-key
the
to section Message system returns to
the
Handling Menu. Message Handling
Menu.
3.2.6 Retrieval For Readdressal (READ) (cont'd)
If you have selected
READ, the RETRIEVAL
FOR READDRESSAL
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.6-1.
NOTE: The retrieval
for readdressal
will be displayed
in 4 different formats:
1. Entry of key
type.
2. Entry of retrieval
data.
3. Display of message.
If more than one
message satisfies
the retrieval parameters,
a catalogue with
these messages data
will be displayed.
You can go back
and enter the specific
data for the desired
message.
3a. Display of catalogue.
4. Display of header
data.
1 Select one of the
following options:
A TIME STAMP + CHANNEL
ID + CHANNEL SERIES
NO.
B TIME STAMP + STATION
ID + STATION SERIES
NO + FILE TIME
E DATE TIME GROUP
+ HQ ID.
3.2.6 Retrieval For Readdressal (READ) (cont'd)
2 On Keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.2.6-3.a.
KEY TYPE You must enter one
of the possibilities:
A, B, E.
This identify the
code for the key
type by which the
message is to be
retrieved.
Only the key types
A, B, E can be used
under readdressal.
3 Press ENTER Key. Refer to Figure
3.2.6-4.a.
4 The "entry of retrieval The only difference
for the
data" is similar to these two transactions
will be the
described during retrieval terminal function
field
for local use. which will display
RETRIEVAL FOR READDRESSAL.
Refer to Figure
3.2.6-3.b.
If you need further You will find the
3 key
information, proceed to sections as described
the selected key section below:
Key A - Section
3.2.5.1
Key B - Section
3.2.5.2
Key E - Section
3.2.5.6
3.2.6 Retrieval For Readdressal (READ) (cont'd)
5 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.6-5.
outputs a new format on If you have selected
the VDU screen. READ and retrieved
the specific message,
the READDRESSAL
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
6 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.6-5.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
7 NOTE: The system inserts Refer to Figure
3.2.6-5.b.
the TIME STAMP and the
ORIGINATING HEADQUARTERS
ID referenced to the
message.
8 The FROM is a mandatory Refer to Figure
3.2.6-5.c.
entry item. You must enter the
On Keyboard, enter the name of one of your
"name". local headquarters
using plain language
address (PLA) of
PLA reference number.
(PLAREF).
PLAREF(s) must be
entered as a 4-figure
number. For instance:
0137.
9 The TO ACTION is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 11.
3.2.6 Retrieval For Readdressal (READ) (cont'd)
Refer to Figure
3.2.6-7.a.
10 On Keyboard, enter the You must enter the
address. address(es) of the
intended
action addresses.
You must begin with
address indicator
groups (AIGs) or
address groups (AGs),
if any.
By using groups,
you must first enter
the 2- or 3 letter
combination AG/AIG
followed by the
actual address data.
For instance: AIG
5000.
This should be followed
by PLAs and/or PLA
reference number.
11 The TO INFO is an optional
entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 13.
12 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.6-7.b.
ADDRESS(es) You can enter the
address(es) of the
intented info addresses.
You must use the
same procedure as
described for action
addresses.
NOTE: If you define
any info address,
the precedence info
field must be defined
too.
13 Either a TO ACTION address
or an INFO address must be
defined.
3.2.6 Retrieval For Readdressal (READ) (cont'd)
14 The EXEMPT is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry,
proceed to step 16.
15 On Keyboard, enter the Refer to Figure
3.2.6-9.a.
ADDRESS(es). You can define PLAs
and/or PLA reference
number of addresses
to be excluded from
AIG(s) used in the
TO ACTION and TO
INFO LINES.
16 The LOCAL PRINT is Refer to Figure
3.2.6-9.b.
a mandatory entry item. If you enter Yes,
On Keyboard, enter Y(yes) the system will
print out
or N(no). a copy of the readdressal
assignment on the
associated PRINTER.
17 VALIDATION Refer to Figure
3.2.6-10.a.
On Keyboard, depress the If invalid entry,
ENTER Key and the system an error message
will validate all data number appears in
entries. the left hand margin.
You must correct
your mistake by
entering valid data.
If you need further
error number explanation
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.
When all entries
are valid, the message
will be transmitted
and you will be
presented with the
message handling
menu (MSGH).
3.2.7 Retrieval For Rerun (RERN) (cont'd)
If you have selected
RERN, the RETRIEVAL
KEY A format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.7-1.
This is the only
key type available
for rerun.
NOTE: The retrieval
for rerun will be
displayed in 2 different
formats.
1. Entry of retrieval
data
2. Display of message.
If more than one
message satisfies
the retrieval parameters,
a catalogue with
these messages data
will be displayed.
You can go back
and enter the specific
data for the desired
message.
2a. Display of catalogue.
1 The "entry of retrieval The only difference
for the
data" for Key A is similar two transactions
will be the
to this described during terminal function
field
retrieval for local use which will display
Key A. RETRIEVAL FOR RERUN.
Refer to Figure
3.2.7-1.a.
If you need further
information, proceed
to section 3.2.5.1
Retrieval Key Type A.
3.2.7 Retrieval For Rerun (RERN) (cont'd)
2 NOTE: A transmission If you have selected
RERN,
pilot will be automatically retrieved the specific
generated and the specific message and have
pressed
message sent for rerun. the ENTER Key the
specific message
will be sent for
rerun.
Only messages transmitted
earlier from this
CAMPS site can be
retrieved for rerun.
When rerun is generated
you will be presented
with the message
handling menu (MSGH).
3.2.8 Retrieval For Redistribution (REDS) (cont'd)
If you have selected
REDS, the RETRIEVAL
KEY C format is
presented on the
VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.8-1.
This is the only
key type available
for redistribution.
NOTE: The retrieval
for redistribution
will be displayed
in 3 different formats.
1. Entry of retrieval
data.
2. Display of message.
If more than one
message satisfies
the retrieval parameters,
a catalogue with
the data will be
displayed.
You can go back
and enter the specific
data for the desired
message.
2a. Display of catalogue.
3. Display of header
data.
1 The "entry of retrieval The only difference
for the
data" for Key C is similar two transactions
will be the
to this described during terminal function
field
retrieval for local use which will display
RETRIEVAL
Key C. FOR REDIST
If you need further Refer to Figure
3.2.8-1.a.
information, proceed
to section 3.2.5.4
Retrieval Key Type C.
3.2.8 Retrieval For Redistribution (REDS) (cont'd)
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.8-3.
outputs a new format If you have selected
on the VDU screen REDS and retrieved
the specific message,
the REDISTRIBUTION
format is presented
on the VDU screen.
3 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.8-3.a.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION
ID.
4 NOTE: The system inserts Refer to Figure
3.2.8-3.b.
TIME STAMP and the
ORIGINATING HEADQUARTERS
ID referenced to the
message.
5 Observe that the nominal Refer to Figure
3.2.8-3.c.
distribution list in the
retrieved message will be
presented in the unprotected
SCD fields.
6 Action/info SCDs (staff cell
designator) are optional
entry items.
If you do not wish to change
some of these entries,
proceed to step 8.
3.2.8 Retrieval For Redistribution (REDS) (cont'd)
7 On Keyboard, do the Refer to Figure
3.2.8-5.a.
changes. You can specify
new SCDs to which
the retrieved message
shall be distributed,
and delete SCDs
from the nominal
distribution.
This redistribution
will not change
the nominal distribution
list.
8 NOTE: Either one action or
one info SCD must be
defined.
9 The LOCAL PRINT is Refer to Figure
3.2.8-5.b.
a mandatory entry item. If you can enter
yes, the
On Keyboard, enter system will print
out a
Y (yes) or N (no). copy of the redistribution
list on your SUPERVISOR
PRINTER.
10 VALIDATION Refer to Figure
3.2.8-6.a.
On Keyboard, depress If invalid entry,
an
the ENTER Key and the error message number
system will validate all appears in the left
hand
data entries. margin.
You must correct
your mistake by
inserting valid
data.
If you need further
error number explanation
proceed to the error
messages and error
handling section.
When all entries
are valid, the message
will be redistributed
and you will be
presented with the
message handling
menu (MSGH).
3.2.9 Retrieval For Deletion (REDE) (cont'd)
If you have selected
REDE, the RETRIEVAL
KEY TYPE D format
is presented on
the VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.2.9-1.
This is the only
key type available
for message deletion.
NOTE: The retrieval
for Deletion will
be displayed in
3 different formats.
1. Entry of retrieval
data
2. Display of message
If more than one
message satisfies
the retrieval parameters,
a catalogue with
the data will be
displayed.
You can go back
and enter the specific
data for the desired
message.
2a.Display of catalogue
3. Display of Deletion
format.
1 The "entry of retrieval The only difference
for the
data" for key D is si- two transactions
will be
milar to this described the terminal function
field
during retrieval for which will display
RETRIEVAL
local use key D. FOR DELETION.
If you need further Refer to Figure
3.2.9-1.a.
information, proceed
to section 3.2.5.5.
Retrieval Key Type D.
3.2.9 Retrieval For Deletion (REDE) (cont'd)
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.2.9-3.
outputs a new format If you have selected
REDE
on the VDU screen. and retrieved the
specific message,
the DELETION format
is presented on
the VDU screen.
3 The DELETE is a mandatory Refer to Figures
3.2.9-3.a.
entry item. If you enter Yes,
the
On Keyboard, enter Y system will delete
the
(yes) or N (no). specific message.
Only messages transmitted
from this CAMPS
site can be deleted.
4 press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.2.9-4.a.
If you have entered
N (no), the VDU
will display the
Message Handling
Menu.
5 Observe that PLEASE ENTER Refer to Figure
3.2.9-3.b:
YOUR CONFIRMATION-CODE
appears in the command line.
3.2.9 Retrieval For Deletion (REDE) (cont'd)
6 If you do not wish to Refer to Figure
3.2.9-6.a.
confirm the transaction, Pressing the Special
press F11 key. Otherwise Function key - F11
cause to
proceed to step 7. CANCEL this transaction
and the system will
contain the same
information as before
the transaction
was started.
The VDU format area
will be cleared
and you will be
able to start a
new transaction.
7 On keyboard, enter the
confirmation code, CC.
8 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.2.9-6.b.
The system will
continue by asking
you for the confirmation-code
until you have entered
the valid confirmation-code,
or, used the Special
Function key F11-CANCEL.
If the system accepts
the confirmation-code,
the actual message
will be deleted
and the VDU will
display the Message
Handling Menu.
3.2.10 Response Message (RESP) (cont'd)
1 Before presentation of If you have selected
RESP,
the message, you can the system will
present
be prompted for a message from the
response
security procedures. queue on your VDU
screen.
If so, proceed to Refer to Figure
3.2.10-1.a.
section 3.1.4
If the queue is
empty, the system
will display END
OF QUEUE in the
response line.
Refer to Figure
3.2.10-1.b.
If the VDU displays
'offline retrieval
off' together with
the retrieval data,
the system awaits
mounting of the
disc pack which
contains the search
information.
If a catalog is
presented, you can
select the desired
message and use
its data for a new
retrieving attempt.
2 If you do not wish to
'page' in the message
proceed to step 4.
3 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.10-2.a.
desired DISPLAY CONTROL key. The system displays
max. 22
lines of the message
at once.
You can get the
following page by
use of "page forward"
and the opposite
by use of "page
back".
"Scroll forward"
will get you one
line forward and
the opposite by
use of "Scroll back".
3.2.10 Response Message (RESP) (cont'd)
4 If you do not wish to
get a hard copy of the
message, proceed to
step 6.
5 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.10-4.a.
Special Function key F-3. The system will
print out the message
on your associated
printer.
6 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.2.10-4.b.
The system will
give you a new format
dependent of the
retrieval start
command.
For further information
to continue the
actual transaction,
proceed to one of
the following possibilities:
READDRESSAL Section
3.2.6 step 5.
RERUN, section 3.2.7
step 2.
REDISTRIBUTION,
section 3.2.8 step
2.
DELETION, section
3.2.9 step 2.
3.2.11 Receive Message (RECV) (cont'd)
1 Before presentation of If you have selected
RECV,
the comment, you can the system will
present
be prompted for se- a comment from the
re-
curity procedures. ceive queue on your
VDU
If so, proceed to screen.
section 3.1.4 Refer to Figure
3.2.11-1.a.
SECURITY PROCEDRUES. If the queue is
empty, the system
will display END
OF QUEUE in the
response line.
Refer to Figure
3.2.11-1.b. If more
than one comments
are placed in the
queue, the system
will present the
comment with the
highest level of
precedence at first.
2 If you do not wish
to 'page' in the comment,
proceed to step 4.
3 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.2.11-2.a.
desired DISPLAY The system displays
max 22
CONTROL key. lines of the message
at once.
You can get the
following page by
use of "page forward"
or the opposite
by use of "page
back".
"Scroll forward"
will get you one
line forward and
the opposite by
use of "Scroll back".
4 If you do not wish to
get a hard copy of the
comment, proceed to
step 6.
3.2.11 Receive Message (RECV) (cont'd)
5 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.2.11-4.a.
special function key F-3. The system will
print out the comment
on your associated
printer.
6 If you do not wish to You must now decide
whether
DELETE the actual com- the comment must
be deleted
ment from the queue, or kept in the queue.
proceed to step 9.
7 Press Special Function Refer to Figure
3.2.11-4.b.
key-F10. Pressing the F10-key
informs the system
to delete the displayed
comment from the
receive queue and
present next comment,
if there is any.
8 proceed to step 10
9 press Special Function Refer to Figure
3.2.11-4.c.
key F-9. Pressing the F9-key
informs the system
to keep the displayed
comment in the receive
queue and present
next comment, if
there is any.
10 If more comments If the queue is
empty,
are still in the receive the system will
display
queue, proceed to step 1. QUEUE IS EMPTY in
the re-
Otherwise, proceed to sponse line and
present
section 3.2.2 Message the Message Handling
Handling Menu. Menu on the VDU
screen. If more
than one comment
is placed in the
queue, the system
will present the
comment with the
highest level of
precedence at first.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
1 Before presentation of the If you have selected
OMAS,
message, you can be prompted the system will
present a
for security procedures. message from the
outgoing
If so, proceed to section message service
queue, OMQ,
3.1.4. Refer to Figure
3.3-1.a, together
with RI - ASSIGNMENT
format.
If more than one
message are placed
in the queue, the
system will present
the message with
the highest level
of precedence at
first.
Refer to Figure
3.3-1. Messages
are routed to you
for Outgoing RI
Assignment because
of the following
reasons:
- No channel open
in this circuit
- No RI of proper
classification
could be found
- No circuit of
proper classification
could be found
- Too many RIs
- X-PLAs
- Unknown RI
2 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.3-1.b.
outputs an identity in
the field TRANSACTION ID.
3 NOTE: The system inserts Refer to Figure
3.3-1.c.
TIME STAMP and the
ORIGINATING HEADQUARTERS
ID referenced to the
message.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
4 If you do not wish to look
through the message,
proceed to step 5.
5 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.3-4.a.
desired DISPLAY CONTROL key. The system displays
max. 22
lines of the messages
at once.
The actual message
will be presented
on the VDU screen
by using the PAGE/SCROLL
FWD keys. For further
RI update you can
return to the 'outgoing
RI Assignment' format
by using the PAGE/SCROLL
BACK Keys.
NOTE: All fields
within the message
format are protected
and you will not
be capable of modifying
or correcting in
the message.
6 If you do not want a
print of the message,
proceed to step 8.
7 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.3-4.b.
Special function key-F3. The system will
print out the whole
message with addresses,
classification etc.
on your printer.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
8 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.3-5.a.
outputs a list of PLA'(s). The shown format
(Figure
(Plain Language Address) 3.3-5) needs not
to be in scale
with the actual
message displayed
on your VDU screen.
It depends of the
routing list. The
dimension of this
list is arbitrary.
The shown format
(Figure 3.3-5) has
only one address
defined, but the
actual displayed
message could have
more addresses.
9 Observe that in front Refer to Figure
3.3-5.b.
of the PLA(s), routing All AIGs are converted
indicators (RIs) will to PLAs and in front
appear. of every PLA must
an associated RI
be placed.
10 Observe that a number Refer to Figure
3.3-5.c.
is placed in front of one In front of every
garbled
or more of the RI(s). routing indicator
a number will appear.
This number informs
about the actual
problem.
11 Press the TAB-key (or Refer to Figure
3.3-6.a.
BACK TAB-key) until Pressing the TAB
key will
the cursor has been move the cursor
to the next
moved to the desired field where data
input is
entry item. allowed.
12 If you do not wish to
decode an error number
proceed to step 16.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
13 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.3-8.a.
special function key F7. Pressing the F7-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "display error
message".
The cursor will
jump to the command
line and await an
error number.
14 On keyboard, enter the
number, you wish to decode.
15 Press ENTER key, Refer to Figure
3.3-8.b.
The error message
associated to the
number will be displayed
in the response
line and the cursor
will be found in
the actual entry
item.
16 On keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.3-7.a.
valid Routing Indicator If the field in
front of a PLA is
empty, you must
insert an associated
RI. Only X/PLAs
will be accepted
without an associated
RI.
If you do not insert
routing indicator
in front of an X-PLA,
the PLA will be
skipped.
You are allowed
to change routing
indicators in all
entry items, if
necessary.
It is not possible
to change PLAs,
but if you precede
PLAs with the prosign
Z̲E̲N̲, the system
will not look at
the specified PLA
at the PLA/RI selection
procedure.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
17 If more routing indicators
are to be defined, repeat
from step 11.
18 The PUNCH is an optional
entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 20.
19 On keyboard, enter Y (yes) Refer to Figure
3.3-9.a.
The system will
during the traffic
separation, forward
the message copies,
which cannot be
transmitted to the
dedicated paper
tape puncher.
20 The CLEAR is an optional
entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 22.
21 On keyboard, enter Y (yes) Refer to Figure
3.3-9.b.
The message classification
will be unchanged,
but the message
attribute classification,
which is the classification
used by the system,
will be changed
to unclassified.
22 NOTE: You cannot specify
both PUNCH and CLEAR
for the message.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
23 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.3-11.a.
outputs RIs for routing The sum of T instructions
assignment, if there are can maximum be 3.
any. The first RI defines
the relaying station
which must send
on the message.
If the relaying
station shall receive
a copy of the message,
the second field
contains the same
RI as in the first
field. The following
4 fields contain
the destination
RIs, where the relaying
station must send
on to.
24 The INTERNAL ASSIGNED
T INSTRUCTIONS are optional
entry items.
If you do not wish to
define these entries,
proceed to step 26.
25 On keyboard, enter Refer to Figure
3.3-11.b.
the RI(s) The fields must
be defined as described
for external assigned
T instructions.
The sum of T instructions
can maximum be 3.
26 The LOCAL PRINT is an
optional entry item.
If you do not wish to
define this entry, proceed
to step 28.
27 On keyboard, enter Y (yes) Refer to Figure
3.3-11.c.
The system will
print out a copy
of the RI-assignment
together with the
Time Stamp and Originating
Headquarters ID.
3.3 Outgoing Message Service Assistance (OMAS) (cont'd)
28 On keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.3-14.a.
the ENTER key. The system will
validate the entered
RIs and if the system
does not find errors,
the message will
be sent on and the
next message in
the outgoing message
service queue will
be presented on
the VDU screen.
If so, proceed to
section 3.3 Outgoing
Message Service
Assistance - step
1. If assistance
is needed again,
the message will
be returned exactly
to you (the same
MSO position).
When all messages
in the queue have
been presented,
the system will
display END OF QUEUE
in the response
line and the MSO
menu will be presented
on the VDU screen.
29 Resume normal Operation.
3.4 Incoming Message Service Assistance (IMAS) (cont'd)
1 Before presentation of the If you have selected
IMAS,
message, you can be the system will
present a
prompted for security message from the
incoming
procedures. message service
queue (IMQ),
If so, proceed to section on your VDU screen.
3.1.4. Refer to Figure
3.4-1.a.
If more than one
message are placed
in the queue, the
system will present
the message with
the highest level
of precedence at
first.
The system split
up the messages
in 2 different actions.
- FOR GARBLE CORRECTION
- FOR INSPECTION
The terminal function
field will inform
you which one of
the possibilities
in question.
Refer to Figure
3.4-1.b.
2 Proceed to the section You will find the
2
which the terminal sections as described
below: function
field
displays
For Garble Correction
- 3.4.1
For Inspection -
3.4.2
3.4.1 For Garble Correction (cont'd)
The message which
need garble correction
will be presented
on your VDU screen.
Refer to Figure
3.4.1-1.
The casual shown
format (figure 3.4.1-1)
does not need to
be in scale with
the actual message
displayed on your
VDU screen.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.4.1-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 If you do not wish to The system displays
max. 22
'page' in the displayed lines at once.
message, proceed to step 4. If the dimension
of the displayed
message is large,
it can be necessary
to 'page' forward
to be informed of
all data in the
message structure.
3 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.4.1-2.a.
desired DISPLAY CONTROL key. "Scroll Fwd" will
get you one line
forward and the
opposite by use
of "scroll
back".
"Page fwd" will
give you the next
22 lines (next page)
if the dimension
of the message format
is large enough.
"Page back" will
do the opposite.
4 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.4.1-1.b.
outputs an information Main errors will
be
in the ANNOTATION FIELD displayed in the
annotation field
while analysis errors
will be indicated
in the left hand
margin by an error
code.
3.4.1 For Garble Correction (cont'd)
5 PROBLEM SOLUTIONS The main error displayed
in the annotation
field should give
you an idea about
the actual problem.
Dependent on which
error(s) the system
has found, y̲o̲u̲ ̲m̲u̲s̲t̲
̲n̲o̲w̲ ̲d̲e̲c̲i̲d̲e̲ ̲t̲h̲e̲ ̲f̲u̲r̲t̲h̲e̲r̲
̲e̲x̲p̲i̲r̲a̲t̲i̲o̲n̲.̲
For instance, you
have to do modification
in the message structure,
if the ACP 127 composition
is broken or elements
in the single format
lines are wrong
or missing.
You can decide about
the garbled message
must be "killed"
or possible take
a hard copy of the
message.
6 Press the TAB-key Refer to Figure
3.4.1-4.a.
(possible BACK TAB-key) Pressing the TaB-key
will
until the cursor has been move the cursor
one line
moved to the line, you forward and the
opposite
wish to modify. by use of Back-taB-key.
7 If you do not wish to
decode a possible error
number, proceed to
step 11.
8 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.4.1-4.b.
special function key F7. Pressing the F7-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "display error
message".
The cursor will
jump to the command
line and await an
error number.
3.4.1 For Garble Correction (cont'd)
9 On keyboard, enter the
number, you wish to decode.
10 Press ENTER key, Refer to Figure
3.4.1-6.a.
The error message
associated to the
number will be displayed
in the response
line and the cursor
will be found in
the actual format
line.
11 If you do not wish to If more lines are
required,
change the existing format proceed to step
12.
structure by inserting or If removal of lines
are
removal of format lines, required, proceed
to step 17.
proceed to step 22.
12 The cursor must be placed The actual no of
lines (n)
where you wish to insert will be inserted
below the
more lines. cursor placement.
13 On keyboard, press program Refer to Figure
3.4.1-6.b.
function key F2. Pressing the F2-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "INSERT (n)
LINES".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
14 On keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
inserted.
15 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.4.1-6.a.
The actual number
of lines will now
be inserted by the
system.
16 Repeat from step 11.…86…1 …02… …02…
…02… …02…
3.4.1 For Garble Correction (cont'd)
17 The cursor must be placed The actual number
of lines(n)
where you wish to remove will be removed
as the line
lines. where the cursor
is placed and (n-1)
lines below the
cursor placement.
18 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.4.1-8.a.
program function key F4. pressing the F4-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "DELETE (n)
LINES".
The cursor will
be found in the
command line and
await a number.
19 On keyboard, enter the
number of lines to be
deleted.
20 Press ENTER key. Refer to Figure
3.4.1-8.b.
The actual number
of lines will now
be deleted by the
system.
21 Repeat from step 11.
22 If you do not wish to
modify or insert data in
existing format lines,
proceed to step 26.
3.4.1 For Garble Correction (cont'd)
23 Press display Control Refer to Figure
3.4.1-10.a.
key(s), if neccessary. If the desired modification
are to be inside
the format line,
the cursor must
be moved to the
actual place.
This is done by
pressing the display
control keys with
arrows printed on
them.
The cursor will
be moved in the
same direction as
the arrows point
out.
For example, pressing
the key with an
arrow pointed to
right, will move
the cursor right
on the line.
24 On keyboard, enter data.
25 Repeat from step 11.
26 On keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.4.1-10.b.
the ENTER key. The system will
validate the entered
data and if the
system does not
find errors, the
message will be
sent on and the
next message in
the incoming message
service queue will
be presented on
the VDU screen.
If so, proceed to
section 3.4 Incoming
Message Service
Assistance - step
1.
If assistance is
needed again, the
message will be
returned exactly
to you (the same
MSO position).
27 Resume normal operation When all messages
in the queue have
been presented,
the system will
display END OF QUEUE
in the response
line and the MSO
menu will be presented
on the VDU screen.
3.4.2 For Inspection (cont'd)
Messages are queued
for inspection if
the message contains
pilot or incorrect
transmission identification.
The casual shown
format (figure 3.4.2-1)
does not need to
be in scale with
the actual message
displayed on your
VDU screen.
1 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.4.2-1.a.
outputs an identity in the
field TRANSACTION ID.
2 If you do not wish to The system displays
max 22
'page' in the displayed lines at once.
message, proceed to step 4. If the dimension
of the displayed
message is large,
it can be necessary
to 'page' forward
to be informed of
all data in the
message structure.
3 On keyboard, press the Refer to Figure
3.4.2-2.a.
desired DISPLAY CONTROL key. "Scroll fwd" will
get you one line
forward and the
opposite by use
of "scroll back".
"Page fwd" will
give you the next
22 lines (next page)
if the dimension
of the message format
is large enough.
"page back" will
do the opposite.
4 Observe that the system Refer to Figure
3.4.2-1.b.
outputs an information in Main errors will
be displayed
the ANNOTATION FIELD. in the annotation
field while analysis
errors will be indicated
in the left hand
margin by an error
code.
3.4.2 For Inspection (cont'd)
5 PROBLEM SOLUTIONS The main error displayed
in the annotation
field should give
you an idea about
the actual problem.
Y̲o̲u̲ ̲m̲u̲s̲t̲ ̲n̲o̲w̲ ̲d̲e̲c̲i̲d̲e̲
̲t̲h̲e̲ ̲f̲u̲r̲t̲h̲e̲r̲ ̲e̲x̲p̲i̲r̲a̲t̲i̲o̲n̲.̲
You will n̲o̲t̲ be
able to modify in
messages sent for
inspection, but
possible delete
and print a hard
copy of the message,
or, if you find
out that the message
has not been transmitted
earlier, let the
message be sent
on.
6 If you do not wish to
decode a possible error
number, proceed to
step 12.
7 Press display Control keys Refer to Figure
3.4.2-4.a.
until the cursor has been The cursor must
be moved
placed in the error number. to the actual error
number before the
number will be decoded.
This is done by
pressing the display
control keys with
arrows printed on
them.
The cursor will
be moved in the
same direction as
the arrows point
out.
For example, pressing
the key with an
arrow pointed to
right, will move
the cursor right
on the screen.
3.4.2 For Inspection (cont'd)
8 On keyboard, press Special Refer to Figure
3.4.2-6.a.
Function key F7. pressing the F7-key
informs the system
that the next instruction
is a "display error
message".
The cursor will
jump to the command
line and await an
error number.
9 On keyboard, enter the
number you wish to decode.
10 Press ENTER key Refer to Figure
3.4.2-6.b.
The error message
associated to the
number will be displayed
in the response
line.
11 Repeat from step 5
12 If you do not want
a print of the message,
proceed to step 14.
13 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.4.2-6.c.
special Function key F3. The system will
point the message
on your associated
printer.
14 If you do not wish to
"kill" the message,
proceed to step 17.
3.4.2 For Inspection (cont'd)
15 On keyboard, press Refer to Figure
3.4.2-8.a.
Special Function key F10. Pressing the F10-key
informs the system
that the currently
displayed message
to be deleted and
the next message
in the incoming
message service
queue to be presented
on your VDU screen,
if there are any.
16 Proceed to step 18.
17 On keyboard, depress Refer to Figure
3.4.2-8.b.
the ENTER key The actual message
will be sent on.
18 Resume Normal Operation If the MSO menu
will be presented,
proceed to section
3.1.5 MSO menu.
If there are more
messages in the
incoming message
service queue, a
new message will
be presented on
your VDU screen.
For further help,
proceed to section
3.4 Incoming Message
Service Assistance
- step 1.
