NEW SPECIAL FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS FOR IBM 5140 PC CONVERTIBLE MODELS 002 AND 022 Contents Announcement Letter Number 187-006 dated January 26, 1987 US - Last Revised on January 26, 1987 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability A 256Kb Memory Card (#6030) and an Enhanced Internal Modem (#4026) are available for 5140 Models 002 and 022. The Enhanced LCD will be standard with 5140 Models 002 and 022 shipped after January 26, 1987. For units shipped prior to that, an optional feature (#6010) is available. Also announced is PC Convertible support for the IBM 3852 Color Jetprinter Model 002, the IBM 6180 Color Plotter Model 001, and the IBM 7372 Plotter, each of which can be attached via the 5140's Serial/Parallel Adapter (#4015). Purchase Prices: #4026 - $450; #6010 - $250; #6030 - $390 Planned General Availability: January 26, 1987 Customer Letter Section HIGHLIGHTS o Enhanced LCD - Improved contrast, viewing cone, and glare control o 256Kb Memory Card - Increases maximum memory capacity to 640Kb o Enhanced Internal Modem - Recognizes IBM and Attention command sets DESCRIPTION The Enhanced LCD (liquid crystal display) provides improved readability through increased contrast, greater viewing cone (angle of readability), and better glare control. There is no impact on battery life. It fits into the same LCD assembly on the PC Convertible as the present screen. Note: The IBM PC Convertible Models 002 and 022 will be shipped with the Enhanced LCD beginning January 26, 1987. The Enhanced LCD will be available as a upgrade feature for all models shipped prior to January 26, 1987. The IBM PC Convertible 256Kb Memory Card enables the PC Convertible to be expanded to 640Kb of memory. The card is the same physical size as the 128Kb Memory Card. The Enhanced Internal Modem allows the user to communicate between the IBM PC Convertible and compatible units/systems over existing telephone lines. It is designed for U.S. and Canada use only. It uses modulation methods and frequency tolerances equivalent to either Bell 212A or Bell 103A. The modem supports both the IBM and Attention command sets. It is designed to run applications written for either IBM or Hayes modems. PUBLICATIONS The following publications are shipped with their respective products. o Memory Card Installation Instructions o Internal Modem Installation Instructions o Enhanced Internal Modem User's Guide The following publications are available through your IBM marketing representative. o Technical Reference Update #2 to SA23-1047 (includes information about the Enhanced LCD, 256K Memory Card, Enhanced Modem) (SN20-9837) o Hardware Maintenance and Service Update #3 to SA23-1046 (includes Memory) (SN20-9836) System library subscription Service (SLSS) is available by form number only for the above publications. Customers currently subscribing to SLSS for the above publications will receive updates automatically. SCHEDULE General availability is planned for January 27, 1987. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: The Enhanced Internal Modem is designed to meet the Bell 212A (1,200 bps) and the Bell 103A (300 bps) specifications. The modem supports both the IBM and Attention command sets. It is capable of running applications that use either IBM or Hayes modems. PREREQUISITES: The user must have IBM Personal Computer Disk Operating System (DOS) 3.2 (or higher) on 3.5' media or its Operating System (DOS) 3.2 (or higher) on 3.5' media or its equivalent to operate the PC Convertible properly. PLANNING INFORMATION CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES: The IBM PC Convertible and its associated options and features are designed for customer set-up. Detailed set-up instructions are included with each machine and feature. Set-up service is available from the IBM National Service Division at IBM Class 1 hourly rate and terms. Service may be obtained by calling the IBM Service/Exchange Communications Center's toll-free number, 1-800-428-2569. PROBLEM DETERMINATION: To determine the cause of any problem on the PC Convertible or its related options and features, first run the diagnostics. Once the customer has isolated the problem to the best of his ability he should contact his IBM service representative. PACKAGING: The Enhanced LCD is shipped with the warranty. The Enhanced Internal Modem is shipped with RJ11 cable, two screws, installation instructions, User's Guide, FCC label, and the warranty. The 256Kb Memory Card is shipped with the installation instructions and the warranty. SECURITY, AUDITABILITY, AND CONTROL User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND CHARGES TERMS AND CONDITIONS CUSTOMER SET-UP (CSU): Yes, CSU allowance is one day. IBM set up is available at the applicable IBM hourly service rate and terms. VOLUME PROCUREMENT AMENDMENT (VPA): Normal IBM Workstation VPA and IBM Personal Computer VPA provisions apply. For features that are ordered and shipped during the VPA contract period, the discount percent shall be equal to the machine discount percent applicable for the category of machine on which the feature will be installed. EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: A 20% educational allowance is available to qualifying institutions in accordance with the Educational Allowance Amendment. The educational allowance may not be added to any other discount or allowance. WARRANTY PERIOD: One year TYPES OF SERVICE: o Warranty - Customer Carry-In Repair (CCR) o Warranty Options - IBM On-Site Repair (IOR) o IBM Maintenance Agreement - IBM On-Site Repair (IOR) - Customer Carry-In Repair (CCR) All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM PC Convertible Models 002 and 022. CHARGES Feature Purchase Code Price For 5140 Models 002 and 022: Enhanced LCD 6010 $250 256Kb Memory Card 6030 390 Enhanced Internal Modem 4026 450 Publications: Single Form Feature Copy Description Number Code Price Hardware Maintenance and Service Update #3 to SA23-1046 SN20-9836 4088 $3.05 Technical Reference Update #2 to SA23-1047 SN20-9837 4082 5.20