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Applied Technologies / MicroBee Systems - MicroBee "Standard, series 1"

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:Zilog Z80A @ 2 MHz
Operating system(s):Microworld Level II Extended Basic
DGOS (David Griffiths Operating System)
Memory:ROM: 4+16 KB
RAM: 16 or 32 KB (With battery backup)
Power supply:10-12 VDC
Current drain / power consumption:Less than 1.5 A
Dimensions (W*H*D):355*55*230 mm (13.98*2.16*9.06")
Weight:1.5 Kg (3.3 lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Integrated
Graphics: Synertek 6545 CRT controller
Text: 64*16 characters
Low resolution: 128*48 pixels
High resolution: 512*256 pixels
Monochrome output
Audio:Mono generator and built-in speaker, 2 octaves
Storage: Tape recorder. Kansas City standard. 300 and 1200 bd
External I/O ports:
Expansion port:   50-pin (Optional connector)
Parallel port:   DA-15s / DB-15f
Serial port:   DB-25s / DB-25f (Near RS-232C levels)
Tape I/O:   5-pin DIN
Video out:   5-pin DIN
Other:




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:Australia, 1982-1990 (Discontinued)
Additional info: The first version was sold as a kit.

New price 1982 in Australia: AUD$399
Related documents: User manual - "Your Computer" supplement 1982 (22.7 MB)
Modifications and fixes:
Notable "ham" software:
Reviews:
Some options / Accessories:
MB1217-54
MB1217-64
Color video card. Digital output
Color video card. Analog and digital output