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Commodore SX64 "VIP64"

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:MOS 6510 @ 0.98 MHz (PAL), 1.02 MHz (NTSC)
Operating system(s):Basic 2.0
Optional GEOS
Memory:ROM: 20 KB
RAM: 64 KB (38911 bytes available for Basic program)
Power supply:Mains
Current drain / power consumption:? W
Dimensions (W*H*D):425*140*393 mm (16.73*5.51*15.47")
Weight:10.5 Kg (23.15 lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Detachable
Graphics: "VIC-II" - MOS 6567 (NTSC) MOS 6569 (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: Integrated 1541 floppy drive
Optional tape recorder
External I/O ports:
Keyboard:   ?
Cartridge slot:   ?
A/V out:   ?
Floppy I/O:   ?
Printer port:   ?
TTL-RS232:   ?
User port:   ?
Game ports:   Two ?
Other:Optional mouse




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:Japan, 1984-1986 (Discontinued)
Additional info: The graphics color were modified for increased readability on the 5" screen.
Related documents: 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
1541
1541C
1541-II
1571
1581
1600
1650
1660
1670
1701
1702
1802
1902
Mouse. Joystick emulation only
Mouse
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
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