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Commodore 64C "C64C" / "VIC64C"

A picture of Commodore 64C ''C64C'' / ''VIC64C''

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:MOS 6510 @ 0.98 MHz (PAL), 1.02 MHz (NTSC)
Operating system(s):Basic 2.0 and GEOS
Memory:ROM: 20 KB
RAM: 64 KB (38911 bytes available for Basic program)
Power supply:9 VAC and 5 VDC (External PSU)
Current drain / power consumption:Max 15 W
Dimensions (W*H*D):410*70*250 mm (16.14*2.76*9.84")
Weight:? Kg (? lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Integrated
Graphics: "VIC-II" - MOS 6567/8567 (NTSC) MOS 6569/8569 (PAL)
160*200 pixels, multicolor
320*200 pixels, 16 colors
Text: 40*25 characters
Audio: "SID" - MOS 6581
3 voices, 9 octaves, 4 waveforms
Storage: External tape recorder (300 bd)
Optional floppy drives
External I/O ports:
Cartridge slot:   ?
RF out:   ?
A/V out:   ?
Floppy I/O:   ?
Printer port:   ?
Tape I/O:   ?
TTL-RS232:   ?
User port:   ?
Game ports:   Two ?
Other:




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:Hong Kong, 1986-1992 (Discontinued)
Additional info: This is nothing but a plain 64 in a new case, bundled with GEOS.
It was a strategic move in an effort to revitalize sales.
Related documents: User's guide (15.7 MB)
Programmer's reference guide (44 MB)
CPU: MOS 6510
AEA Doctor DX (DDX-64): User manual (113 KB, in swedish)
Modifications and fixes:
Notable "ham" software: Digicom 64 - Packet TNC software for simple modem
Doctor DX - CQWW CW contest simulator (By AEA)
Doctor QSO - CW ragchew simulator (By AEA)
MBA-TOR - ASCII/CW/RTTY/AMTOR software (By AEA)
Reviews:
Some options / Accessories:
1350
1351
1530
1541
1541C
1541-II
1571
1581
1600
1650
1660
1670
1701
1702
1802
1902
Mouse. Joystick emulation only
Mouse
Compact cassette recorder "Datassette"
5.25" floppy. Internal PSU
5.25" floppy. Internal PSU. White version
5.25" floppy. New design, external PSU
5.25" floppy. Made for the 128 but works with the 64 as well
3.5" floppy
Phone modem cartridge "VICModem"
Phone modem, 300 bd. Pulse dial only
Phone modem, 300 bd. Used the "SID" chip for DTMF
Phone modem, 1200 bd. Modified Hayes commands
Video monitor, 13 inch
Video monitor, 13 inch
Video monitor
Video monitor
A picture of Commodore 64C motherboard rev B