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Last modified 2010-08-09

Acorn Electron

SPECIFICATIONS
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:Synertek SY6502A @ 0.59-2 MHz
Operating system:BBC Basic, Acorn MOS v2
Memory:RAM: 32 KB
ROM: 32 KB
Sound:One channel, 7 octaves. Built-in speaker
Graphics:160*256 pixels (4 or 16 colors)
320*256 pixels (2 or 4 colors)
640*256 pixels (2 colors)
320*200 pixels (2 colors)
640*200 pixels (2 colors)
Storage:External standard tape recorder (1200 bd). Floppy option
Input:Integrated keyboard
I/O ports:Expansion port
RF-modulator output
Composite video output
RGB video output
Voltage:18 VAC, external PSU
Power consumption:
Dimensions (W*H*D):340*65*160 mm
Weight:? Kg (? lbs)
Manufactured:England, 1983-1985 (Discontinued)
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