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The Tektronix 4956 is graphics input tablet compatible with the 4000 Series, 4010 Series, 4023 terminals and the 4050-series computers. A small controller box connects the tablet/stylus/cursor combination to a terminal or computer. The 4956 appears to have been OEMed from Summagraphics.
The model number 4956 is used for 2 different size tablets, 20" x 20" and 36" x 48" (Option 33).
Input is made with either a wired 4 button cursor or stylus.
- Resolution: 0.004 in (0.1 mm)
- Accuracy: ± 0.004 in (0.1 mm)
Parts
- Cursor: 119-0622-00
- Stylus: 119-0621-00
- Pedestal for Option 33 tablets: 4954F32
Links
Documents Referencing 4956
Document | Class | Title | Authors | Year | Links |
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Tekniques vol.1 no.9.pdf | Article | 4051 Used in Ship Hull Design System | 1977 | 4956 • 4051 | |
Tekniques vol.2 no.5.pdf | Article | 4956 Graphic Tablet Provides Fast and Accurate Graphic Input | Miki Tokola | 1978 | 4956 |
Tekniques vol.2 no.7.pdf | Article | 4051 Helps Plan Resource Use at Six Rivers | Thomas C. Bruce | 1978 | 4051 • 4956 • 4662 • 4051C01 |
Tekniques vol.3 no.5.pdf | Article | Computer Aided Design Prepares Students for World of Work | Patricia Kelley | 1979 | 4956 • 4662 • 4051 |
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Components
Some Parts Used in the 4956
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