Up for sale is a rare vintage Honeywell VIP 7814 video display terminal (Part/Model: H5VN-7814-41500). Introduced in the early-to-mid 1980s, these intelligent terminals served as primary interactive and block-mode consoles for Honeywell DPS 6, DPS 7, DPS 8, Level 6 minicomputers, and Multics mainframe systems.

• Manufacturer: Honeywell Information Systems

• Model: VIP 7814 (VIP7800 Series, Controller Part: BCRU043A-002)

• Badge / Label Number: H5VN-7814-41500

• Display: Monochrome Green Phosphor (P31) CRT with anti-glare bezel

• Rear Panel Interfaces:

  • J1 (Keyboard): DB-25 connection for detachable mechanical keyboard

  • J2 (Printer): DB-25 auxiliary printer output port

  • J3 (Data Set): DB-25 RS-232-C / synchronous communications interface

  • Configuration Switches: S2, S3, S4 external DIP switch banks for baud rate, parity, and address configuration

  • Test Toggle: S1 Test / Normal mode selector switch

• Power: Standard 115V AC input (IEC C14 power inlet with rear power switch)

• Operating Status: Powered on and tested. As shown in the photos, the CRT powers up quickly with a sharp, bright green raster. It successfully passes initial internal power-on self-test routines and displays the 7800 02.0 firmware diagnostics on-screen. Further communication functions or keyboard inputs were not tested due to a lack of a matching detached keyboard and host system.

• Cosmetic Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition. The plastic housing shows typical age-appropriate patina/yellowing, minor marks, and light scuffs consistent with its age and commercial/industrial computing environment. The screen glass is intact with clear character focus and solid contrast. Please review all high-resolution photos for the exact cosmetic state.