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Texas Instruments TI-99/4A

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL
Type:16-bit home computer
CPU:TMS9900 @ 3.3 MHz
Operating system(s):TI Basic
Memory:ROM: 26 KB
RAM: 256 Bytes (Expandable to max 52 KB)
VRAM: 16 KB
Power supply:5, 8 and 16 V from external transformer (Male 4-pin jack)
Current drain / power consumption:
Dimensions (W*H*D):381*71*259 mm (15*2.8*10.2")
Weight:2.3 Kg (5.1 lb)




I/O
Keyboard:Integrated
Graphics:TMS9929A (PAL/SECAM) or TMS9918A/TMS9928A (NTSC) with 16 KB VRAM
Max 256*192 pixels, 16 colors
Audio:TMS9919: 3 tones, 5 octaves plus noise
Storage:Tape recorder
Optional floppy drive in the optional PEB
External I/O ports:
A/V out:   5-pin DIN (180°)
Cartridge slot:   36-pin edge connector
Cassette port:   DE-9p / DB-9m
Expansion port:   44-pin edge connector
Game/joystick:   DE-9p / DB-9m
Other:




MISCELLANEOUS
Manufactured:1981-1983 (Discontinued)
Additional info: The last production run (June 1983) had an all plastic beige
case and keyboard to lower production cost.
Related documents:User's reference guide (7.5 MB)
Modifications and fixes:
Notable "ham" software:
Reviews:Radio & Television (Sweden): September 1982 (#9)
Options / Accessories:
PHP1200
PHP1220
PHP1240
PHP1250
PHP1260
PHP1270
PHP?
TI-900
And more...
Peripheral Expansion Box (8 slots) A.k.a "PEB" or "P-Box"
RS-232C card (For the PEB)
Disk controller, single density (For the PEB)
Disk drive, 5.25" single density (For the PEB)
32K memory expansion (For the PEB)
P-code card / ROM-disk (For the PEB)
Two RS-232C and one parallel port (For the PEB)
TV/RF video modulator (Channel 3 or 4, selectable)

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