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The '''Tektronix 4014''' is a graphics terminal | {{Instrument Sidebar | ||
|manufacturer=Tektronix | |||
|model=4014 | |||
|class=Terminal | |||
|series=4010 | |||
|summary=Graphics terminal | |||
|image=Tektronix_4014.jpg | |||
|caption=Tektronix 4014 | |||
|introduced=1974 | |||
|discontinued=(?) | |||
|designers=Chuck Forsberg | |||
|manuals= | |||
* [[Media:070-1647-00.pdf|Tektronix 4014/4014-1 User Manual]] | |||
* [[Media:070-1649-00.pdf|Tektronix 4015/4015-1 User Manual]] | |||
* ''070-2303-00 4014/4015 Service Manual needed'' [[Category:Manual needed]] | |||
* [[Media:061-1370-00.pdf|Manual for 188C Adaptor for 4014 Series Terminals]] | |||
}} | |||
The '''Tektronix 4014''' is a graphics terminal [[Introduced in 1974]], based on a 19" [[direct-view storage tube]] displaying vectors. Resolution is 1k×1k (1024×768 visible) addressable points in the standard model, or 4k×4k (4096×3120 viewable) with the optional ''Enhanced Graphics Module''. The 4014-1 adds an interface for a hardcopy unit. The '''4015''' is essentially the same as the 4014 but adds the APL character set card from the 4013. | |||
As in earlier terminals, the bulk of the 4014's circuitry is still contained in the integral pedestal. A desk-mounting option allowed the display/keyboard case to be placed on a desk, up to 10 feet away from the pedestal. | |||
The 4014 sub-series (4014, 4015, [[4016]]) added a number of features on top of the 4010's capabilities which made them very popular in CAD applications. Some of the improvements reduce the number of characters to be sent to the terminal, improving writing speed. Another addition was a "defocussed mode" which drew at reduced intensity by making the beam slightly wider and spreading the energy out over a wider area. | |||
Earlier models were already able to draw a cursor in "dark mode" (with reduced beam intensity) so that while the beam can be seen, a stored image does not result. This mode became user-selectable in the 4014 sub-series as "Write-thru mode", making it possible to draw movable objects, although at the cost of having to continually refresh them in order to avoid flicker. This could be used, for instance, by drawing a moving indicator needle on top of a stored image of a gauge and scale markers. | |||
With the ''Enhanced Graphics Module (EGM)'' installed, 12-bit addressing became available, increasing resolution to 4096×4096 (4096×3120 visible). In addition, the EGM included circuity that periodically interrupted the beam as it was drawing a vector, allowing the creation of dotted, dash-dotted, short- and long-dashed lines in addition to solid lines. | |||
Other members of the 4010 family include the eponymous 11 | Other members of the 4010 family include the eponymous 11" [[4010]] (1972), the 11" [[4012]]/[[4013]] (1973), and the 25" [[4016]] (1979). | ||
Project Engineer for the 4014 was [[Chuck Forsberg]]. | |||
* [[ | ==See Also== | ||
* [[CM 018-0120-00|CM 018-0120-00 Interactive Buffer for 4014/4015 Terminals]] | |||
* | * [[067-0861-99]] | ||
==Links== | ==Links== | ||
* [https://vintagetek.org/dvst-graphic-terminals/ DVST Graphic Terminals] @ vintagetek.org | * [https://vintagetek.org/dvst-graphic-terminals/ DVST Graphic Terminals] @ vintagetek.org | ||
* [https://terminals-wiki.org/wiki/index.php/Tektronix_4014 Tektronix 4014 @ terminals-wiki | * [https://terminals-wiki.org/wiki/index.php/Tektronix_4014 Tektronix 4014] / [https://terminals-wiki.org/wiki/index.php/Tektronix_4015 Tektronix 4015] @ terminals-wiki | ||
* [https://github.com/rricharz/Tek4010 Open Source Tek 4010 series emulator for Raspberry Pi and other Linux systems] | * [https://github.com/rricharz/Tek4010 Open Source Tek 4010 series emulator for Raspberry Pi and other Linux systems] | ||
{{Documents|Link=4014}} | |||
{{Documents|Link=4014-1}} | |||
{{Documents|Link=4015}} | |||
==Prices== | ==Prices== | ||
* 4014: $8,450 in 1974 ($ | * 4014: $8,450 in 1974 (~$53,000 in 2024 dollars) | ||
{{MissingPics}} | {{MissingPics}} | ||
==See also== | |||
* [[4610]], [[4611]] and [[4631]] hardcopy devices | |||
* [[4924]] cartridge tape recorder | |||
* [[4662]] plotter | |||
* [[4957]] graphics tablets | |||
* [[4051]] and [[4052|4052/4054]] computers | |||
==Components== | |||
{{Parts|4014}} | |||
{{Parts|4015}} | |||
[[Category:4000-Series Terminals]] | [[Category:4000-Series Terminals]] | ||
Latest revision as of 07:53, 15 July 2024
The Tektronix 4014 is a graphics terminal Introduced in 1974, based on a 19" direct-view storage tube displaying vectors. Resolution is 1k×1k (1024×768 visible) addressable points in the standard model, or 4k×4k (4096×3120 viewable) with the optional Enhanced Graphics Module. The 4014-1 adds an interface for a hardcopy unit. The 4015 is essentially the same as the 4014 but adds the APL character set card from the 4013.
As in earlier terminals, the bulk of the 4014's circuitry is still contained in the integral pedestal. A desk-mounting option allowed the display/keyboard case to be placed on a desk, up to 10 feet away from the pedestal.
The 4014 sub-series (4014, 4015, 4016) added a number of features on top of the 4010's capabilities which made them very popular in CAD applications. Some of the improvements reduce the number of characters to be sent to the terminal, improving writing speed. Another addition was a "defocussed mode" which drew at reduced intensity by making the beam slightly wider and spreading the energy out over a wider area.
Earlier models were already able to draw a cursor in "dark mode" (with reduced beam intensity) so that while the beam can be seen, a stored image does not result. This mode became user-selectable in the 4014 sub-series as "Write-thru mode", making it possible to draw movable objects, although at the cost of having to continually refresh them in order to avoid flicker. This could be used, for instance, by drawing a moving indicator needle on top of a stored image of a gauge and scale markers.
With the Enhanced Graphics Module (EGM) installed, 12-bit addressing became available, increasing resolution to 4096×4096 (4096×3120 visible). In addition, the EGM included circuity that periodically interrupted the beam as it was drawing a vector, allowing the creation of dotted, dash-dotted, short- and long-dashed lines in addition to solid lines.
Other members of the 4010 family include the eponymous 11" 4010 (1972), the 11" 4012/4013 (1973), and the 25" 4016 (1979).
Project Engineer for the 4014 was Chuck Forsberg.
See Also
Links
- DVST Graphic Terminals @ vintagetek.org
- Tektronix 4014 / Tektronix 4015 @ terminals-wiki
- Open Source Tek 4010 series emulator for Raspberry Pi and other Linux systems
Documents Referencing 4014
Document | Class | Title | Authors | Year | Links |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
History of the Information Display Division - John Lamb, June 1974.pdf | Article | History of the Information Display Division | John Lamb | 1974 | Information Display Division • 601 • 611 • 602 • 4002 • 4501 • 4005 • 4601 • 4901 • 4951 • 4002A • 4551 • 4701 • Tekplot • 4602 • 4010 • 4610 • 4911 • 4912 • 613 • 4903 • 4012 • 4013 • 4014 • 4015 • 4023 • 4503 • 4921 • 4922 • 4953 • 4954 |
Tekscope 1977 V9 N2.pdf | Article | The Fundamental Beauty of Computer Graphics | Bruce Rodgers | 1977 | 4012 • 4014 • 4051 |
Documents Referencing 4014-1
Document | Class | Title | Authors | Year | Links |
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Tekscope 1978 V10 N1.pdf | Article | New Products | 1978 | DF2 • P6303 • C-28 • 8001 • CT8100 • 4014-1 |
Documents Referencing 4015
Document | Class | Title | Authors | Year | Links |
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History of the Information Display Division - John Lamb, June 1974.pdf | Article | History of the Information Display Division | John Lamb | 1974 | Information Display Division • 601 • 611 • 602 • 4002 • 4501 • 4005 • 4601 • 4901 • 4951 • 4002A • 4551 • 4701 • Tekplot • 4602 • 4010 • 4610 • 4911 • 4912 • 613 • 4903 • 4012 • 4013 • 4014 • 4015 • 4023 • 4503 • 4921 • 4922 • 4953 • 4954 |
Prices
- 4014: $8,450 in 1974 (~$53,000 in 2024 dollars)
Pictures
- please add
See also
- 4610, 4611 and 4631 hardcopy devices
- 4924 cartridge tape recorder
- 4662 plotter
- 4957 graphics tablets
- 4051 and 4052/4054 computers
Components
Some Parts Used in the 4014
Part | Part Number(s) | Class | Description | Used in |
---|---|---|---|---|
154-0743-00 | 154-0743-00 | CRT | CRT | 4014 • 4015 |
154-0744-00 | 154-0744-00 | CRT | CRT | 4014 • 4015 |
155-0152-01 | 155-0152-01 | Monolithic integrated circuit | geometry and focus correction | 4006 • 4014 • 4052 • 4052A • 4054 • 4054A |
Some Parts Used in the 4015
Part | Part Number(s) | Class | Description | Used in |
---|---|---|---|---|
154-0743-00 | 154-0743-00 | CRT | CRT | 4014 • 4015 |
154-0744-00 | 154-0744-00 | CRT | CRT | 4014 • 4015 |