| GENERAL |
| Type: | 8-bit home computer |
| CPU: | MOS 6502C @ 1.77 MHz (PAL) or 1.79 MHz (NTSC) |
| Operating system(s): | Atari Basic / XL OS |
| Memory: | ROM: 16-24 KB
RAM: 64 KB |
| Power supply: | 5 VDC (7-pin DIN) |
| Current drain / power consumption: | Less than 1 A (For a standard unit) |
| Dimensions (W*H*D): | 340*70*240 mm (13.38*2.76*9.45") |
| Weight: | 1.7 Kg (3.75 lb) |
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| I/O |
| Keyboard: | Integrated |
| Graphics: |
Text: 40*24 characters
Graphics: 320*192 pixels, max 16 colors from a palette of 256
Hardware sprites
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| Audio: | 4 channels, 3.5 octaves |
| Storage: |
Tape recorder
Optional floppy disk drive
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| External I/O ports: |
| Cartridge slot: | 30-pin |
| Joystick: | Two DE-9p / DB-9m |
| RF out: | RCA/Phono |
| Peripheral serial I/O: | 13-pin |
| Video out: | 5-pin DIN |
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| Other: |
GTIA = Graphics display chip
POKEY = Sound generator and control chip
ANTIC = Screen and I/O ports chip
FREDDY = Memory system control chip
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| MISCELLANEOUS |
| Manufactured: | Taiwan (Designed in USA), 1985-1993 (Discontinued) |
| Additional info: |
There was several versions of the 65XE including:
NTSC early, without ECI port, with channel selector switch. 1985-1987
NTSC late, with ECI port and channel selector switch. 1987-1989
PAL early, without ECI port and channel selector switch. 1985-1987
PAL late, with ECI port, without channel selector switch. 1987-1993
PAL late, Arabic version. 1987-1991
SECAM, with ECI port and color switch, without RF out. 1987-1991
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| Related documents: |
User manual (9.4 MB)
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| Modifications and fixes: | |
| Notable "ham" software: | |
| Reviews: | |
| Some options / Accessories: |
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XF-551
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Floppy disk drive. 5.25 inch, 160 KB
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