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Last modified 2021-08-20

Sord M5

SPECIFICATIONS
Type:8-bit home computer
CPU:Zilog Z80A @ 3.58 MHz
Operating system:Basic
Memory:ROM: 8 KB (Expandable to 16 KB)
RAM: 4 KB (Expandable up to 36 KB)
Sound:SN76489 with 3 channels, 6 octaves + noise
Graphics:TMS9918, TMS9928 or TMS9929 depending on version. 16 KB VRAM
Text: 40*24 characters
256*192 pixels, 16 colors
32 sprites
Storage:Tape recorder, 2000 bd
Optional floppy
Input:Integrated keyboard
Connectivity:Composite video out
RF out
Audio out
Tape recorder I/O
Printer/Centronics parallel
2*game ports
Cartridge slot
Voltage:5 VDC, +12 VDC, -12 VDC (External PSU)
Power consumption:Max 900 mA @ 5 VDC
Max 250 mA @ +12 VDC
Max 250 mA @ -12 VDC
Dimensions (W*H*D):262*36*185 mm
Weight:800 g
Manufactured:Japan, 1982-198x (Discontinued)
Other:New price 1983 in Sweden: SEK 2700:- (Basic unexpanded model)
Related documents:
Modifications:
Notable "ham" software:
Reviews:RT / Elektronikvärlden (Sweden): October 1983 (#10)
Original options/accessories:
EB-5
EC-5
EM-5
FD-5
JP-5
JS-5
PI-5
PT-5
SI-5
Expansion box
Cartridge multiplexer
32 KB RAM expansion
Floppy disk drive
Joypad
Joystick
Parallel I/O cartridge
Thermal printer
Serial interface cartridge